Thursday, March 27, 2025

Friday, March 28th -

Stations of the Cross 2 pm

Fish Fry

4 - 7 pm

Wednesday, April 2nd -

No School Mass

Thursday, April 3rd -

School Mass

Friday, April 4th -

Stations of the Cross 2 pm

Friday, April 11th -

Stations of the Cross 2 pm

Sunday, April 13th -

Cousins Sub Day 11am - 2 pm

Tuesday, April 15th -

April Birthdays - Out of Uniform

Thursday, April 17th -

Early Dismissal 11:00 am

Friday, April 18th -

Fish Fry 4 - 8 pm

Friday, April 18th - April 27th

Easter Break

Monday, April 28th -

Classes Resume

Wednesday, April 30th-

May 2nd

Outdoor Ed - Camp Edwards

Gr. 6,7,8

Saturday, May 3rd-1st Communion 10:30 am

Check out our online calendar here.

Family Prayer 

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Reading I : Joshua 5:9a, 10-12

They ate the produce of the land.

• The first reading recounts Israel’s rebirth in the land of promise.
• As the people crossed the Jordan River, they celebrated Passover, just as they had when they crossed the Red Sea.
• The period of wandering in the wilderness was over.

Reading II : 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

We are reconciled with God through Christ.

• The main subject in Paul’s second letter to the Church of Corinth is reconciliation.
• Paul stresses reconciliation with God, with himself, and with the Corinthian Community.
• Through Christ, sinners are reconciled to God.

Gospel : Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

The son that was lost came back home.

• In the presence of the Pharisees and Scribes, who are outraged by Jesus’ treatment of sinners, Jesus tells the story of the return of the prodigal son.
• Today’s parable shows that God’s forgiveness is for everyone.
• God’s mercy and love is immeasurable and beyond human understanding.

"Go Out and Set Your Soul on Fire for God!"

2 Timothy 1:6

SJE Facebook Link

A Message from Mr. Oberdorf

May Crowning May 6, 2025 1:00

May Crowning will take place Tuesday, May 6 at 1:00. The time has been changed to during the school day so all of our students will be able to share in honoring Mary. Deacon Steve will be on hand to share his love of Mary. Please mark your calendars and join us. 

Brewers Recognition

On behalf of the Milwaukee Brewers, we were invited to nominate students for the Student Achievers Program presented by UW Credit Union. Our middle school teachers were excited to nominate students to be recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and effort this year.

These students were chosen for demonstrating good comportment in the classroom, consistent academic effort, and a high level of academic achievement across all their subjects. They are a pleasure to have in class and consistently model academic excellence and catholic values.

5th - Charlie G, Anastasia L

6th - Hayley G

7th - Justine C, Eliezer M

8th - Niamh C

All nominated students will receive two (2) complimentary ticket vouchers to be used for a game during the 2025 Brewers season! Students will also receive a certificate at our awards day in May. 

Pius XI Scholarship Winner

Congratulations to 8th grader, Tegan T, for winning the Pius Class of 2029 Art and Performance Scholarship! Great job!

Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive for People with Special Needs

Students are needed to help with The Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive for People with Special Needs before and after Masses on April 5th and 6th. Students will sell tootsie rolls to parishioners under the guidance of the knights. Consider signing up for both before and after the Mass you attend. Please use the link below to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094AA8AA22A0FE3-45054289-knights

Please join us for Stations of the Cross

During Lent, our students lead us in the Stations of the Cross each Friday at 2:00. Please join us for the Stations of the Cross. If you do attend, please use the Adoration door on the southside of the building to enter.  

Schedule for leading Stations of the Cross:

3/28 - Gr. 6

4/4 - Gr. 5

4/11 - Gr. 4

Panera Fundraiser Night has been postponed.

The Panera restaurant night fundraiser scheduled for March 28th has been postponed. If you are looking for food on the 28th come to the SJE fish fry.



Tuition Grant Forms

We have several options to help those families struggling to pay tuition if you do not qualify for the Choice program.

You are welcome to apply for all that you might qualify for. Click on this link

Angel Fund is currently on the website, and the application is due May 9, 2025.

St. Gerard Fund is currently on the website, and the application is due no later than April 7, 2025.

St. John the Evangelist/Fr. Grom Scholarship Fund is currently on the website, and the application is due May 9, 2025.



If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 414-321-8540.

St. Joseph’s Feast Day Pizza Picnic

Ms. Woytych invited the K4 Families to a St. Joseph’s Feast Day Pizza Picnic on Wednesday, March 19th after school. Families played get to know you bingo. There was a raffle for gift cards. Children played in the gym together. Pizza was had by all at the celebration. The party was held picnic style with families lounging on blankets and lawn chairs in the school gym. Families provided snacks, desserts, and canned goods to donate to a local food pantry. Every K4 family participated and fun was had by all. A big shout out ot Ms. Woytch for organizing an event that strengthens our SJE community.  

Thursday Folder

Pro-Life Wisconsin Prayer Card Art Contest

2025 Entry Form

Please follow the instructions included on the entry form and mail in.

This is not a in school contest.

Reminders

Lunch Change March 31

On Monday, March 31 there is a lunch change. The lunch on March 31 will be glazed chicken legs with cornbread. The original menu for March 31 was turkey dog on bun. 

Pop’s Popcorn Fundraiser March 21st-April 4

Popcorn! Popcorn! Popcorn! Please continue to send in your orders for the popcorn fundraiser. The order form was in last week’s Thursday folder. If you need a replacement order form please contact the school office. 

If you have any questions please contact Lauren Koier at koierle@gmail.com. 

Fish Fry Help Needed Friday, March 28, 2025 4:00-7:00

Volunteers are needed for our first fish fry of Lent. Help is needed on March 27th for setup.  We also need help during the fish fry and for cleanup on March 28th. It is a great opportunity for students in grades 5-8 to earn service hours.  Please sign up using the link below. 

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094AA8AA22A0FE3-51927068-fish

SJE National Junior Honor Society Lent Collection

Please see the list of items that are being collected each week. 

Register for the 2025-26 School Year

Registration for the 2025-26 school year is happening now. Registration paperwork has been sent home in prior Thursday folders. If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you for choosing SJE for your family.

MPCP and WPCP CHOICE Registration Opened

Parents may apply for the Wisconsin Choice (WPCP) between February 3 and April 17th.

Open period for the Milwaukee Choice (MPCP) will run from April 1 - April 20th.

Families must reapply to the program each year. Please log into the Choice website and complete this process as soon as possible.

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has posted a number of resources for Choice schools and parents for the upcoming 2025-26 student application process.

Resources For Parents: https://dpi.wi.gov/choice

• Link to Online Parent Application
• Application Process Presentation
• Overview of Private School Choice Programs in Wisconsin Handout (available in English and Spanish)
• Application Guidelines for Parents Handout (available in English and Spanish)
• Frequently Asked Questions for Parents (available in English and Spanish)
• Online Parent Application Print Screens
• School Lists and Contact Information
• Residency Documentation Guidance for Parents
• Alternative Residency Documentation Form
• 2025-26 Income Limits

Bike Rodeo 

Join the Southwest Suburban Health Department and Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association at the Bike Rodeo on Sunday, May 18 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the West Allis Farmers Market (6501 W. National Ave.). Registration is required for this FREE event. Participants must check in by noon to participate.

Children ages 4-14 can bring their bikes for an afternoon full of fun including:

• Bike safety checks
• Free helmets (while supplies last)
• Helmet fitting and decorating
• 7 fun skill courses
• Lunch for participants
• Raffle prizes

Registration Required: https://bit.ly/41Lcb8J

Save the date: https://bit.ly/3XKMkMT

Are you interested in being a volunteer at SJE?

Register for Safe Environment

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee has a partnership with Catholic Mutual Group to provide Safe Environment Education. All participants must register online. If interested, please register on the archdiocesan website https://www.archmil.org/home.

View a listing of upcoming safe environment education sessions.

You must complete this class in order to volunteer in the school or accompany students on any field trips.

Scrip is available at all weekend Masses or during regular business hours at the parish office. You may also use the RaiseRight App (below).

Scrip Order Form

Download the RaiseRight app to reload cards, purchase e-cards, or purchase physical cards. Contact the Parish Office or School Office for the enrollment code.

St. John the Evangelist School

 "Go Out and Set Your Soul on Fire for God!"

414-321-8540

www.sje.k12.wi.us