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Dear St. Alphonsus Families,
Finally the warm weather has arrived! Please remember that our dress code does not allow for shorts and skorts until April 1. Skirts still need to have tights or leggings under them as well. You can always check what our dress code is for things like this by visiting our website here!
On Friday, we had a wonderful in-service session with Mrs. Biernat, our Building Science Mentor. The goal of the session was to help teachers incorporate STEM as a verb, into their everyday teaching, across disciplines! You can see a couple of pictures of the presentation below. We are excited about bringing a school-wide STEM project designed to integrate learning across all subjects and grade levels to St. Alphonsus next year. Stay tuned for more information about this!
This is the last week for you to order your student's yearbook! You can find more information below. Ordering ends Sunday, March 15, no exceptions.
A quick reminder that our gym carline is one-way, with a single entrance & exit. This is for safety reasons and helps protect the flow of traffic through the lot. You should enter down by the apartments off of Loomis Road, and exit onto Churchway. Please do not try to enter the carline at the north entrance off of Loomis Road (closest to the church), as you risk cutting off those families who have already been waiting in the line.
Another reminder that our internal Financial Aid application is linked below. This application is for families who are NOT applying for School Choice. We are able to offer a limited amount of financial aid due to the support we receive from private donors and foundations who share our goal in making Catholic education affordable to all families. These applications are due by April 17. Related, the second round of School Choice applications is now open and will remain open until March 20. You can find more details and a link below.
Report Cards will be released Friday. You can find details about how to access these below.
Lastly, thank you to everyone who joined us for the very first Parents Night Out Puzzle Guzzle! The "winners" were Peter, Erica, Bradley, and Anni, who got the farthest on a very difficult Van Gogh-inspired puzzle. A lot of fun was had by all and we hope more parents will join us for the next one! Thank you so much to the Home & School Association for putting this event on.
I hope you all have a great week and get a chance to enjoy this beautiful weather. As a reminder, please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything: aschermetzler@st-alphonsus.org.
Have a great week! Thank you for all your support.
Mrs. Schermetzler
Lead Administrator
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2026-2027 Financial Aid Applications Now Available!
St. Alphonsus Catholic School is pleased to offer a limited amount of financial assistance to those who qualify. We are fortunate to have support from private donors and foundations who share our goal of ensuring that Catholic education is affordable and available to as many families as possible.
The application form & instructions are linked here.
Please note that applications are due by Friday, April 17, 2026.
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St. Gerard Scholarship Applications are Also Now Open!
Check out all the details and find a link to the application below.
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The scholarship application can be downloaded here, and the applications are due to our school office by April 10, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to type the application.
Please contact Mrs. Schermetzler with any questions.
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The Next School Choice Application Period is Open
Think of the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program as a new form of financial aid available to our current families. Our goal with this program is to be able to better assist our families already attending St. Alphonsus in affording Catholic school tuition! Applications for this program re-opened on March 1 and will close again on March 20. We encourage those families who are interested to apply early. You can find more information on schoolchoicewi.org and see the income eligibility chart below to learn if you qualify. You can apply online at this link.
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2026-2027 Tuition & Registration Information
2026-2027 Registration Form
2026-2027 Tuition Letter
2026-2027 Tuition Policy & Rates
As always, we will again have financial aid available for those families who may need it. We thank you for your commitment to Catholic education and to our school! We are so grateful for the community and support here.
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Remaining Student Lector Dates Announced!
We have scheduled our last student lector dates of the 2026 school year! Students in grades 2 through 8 are eligible to lector. School students will be lectoring at weekend Masses on the following dates:
March 15 at 9:00am
April 18 at 4:30pm
and May 16 at 4:30pm
We also need gift bearers. If you are interested in having your student participate, please sign up at this link.
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School Office Supplies!
The school office can always use some help keeping office supplies stocked. Please check out our Amazon wishlist to see some of the supplies that are always needed.
Thank you for your donations!
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It's time to order your yearbooks!
Yearbook order forms went home last month, and you can also click this link to order. Only pre-ordered yearbooks are guaranteed, and all yearbooks will be delivered by class at the end of the year. Orders must be received by March 15, NO EXCEPTIONS.
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Report Cards Will Be Released Friday!
Don't forget that report cards will be released at the end of the school day on Friday. To check your student's grades, follow these instructions:
- Click on Grades & Attendance on the left hand side.
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Select the Standards Grades tab on this screen.
- Click each Course on this window and the Standards grades should open up. You can also select Expand All in the upper right hand corner to expand all courses at once.
Per the Milwaukee Archdiocese, we use a Standards-Based Grading method here at St. Alphonsus School. Here are what the standards mean:
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1: This really only applies to students who demonstrate no knowledge of the standard. The student may be able to complete an assignment but only with assistance.
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2: The student isn't at mastery level but is learning the needed vocabulary and learning targets shown in the scoring guide. They stay at this level until they have shown full mastery of the standard being assessed. The student shows a partial understanding and is able to complete an assignment without assistance.
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3: The student has shown proficiency on the standard. Students may need more than one opportunity to demonstrate mastery of a standard. The student's understanding is demonstrated consistently and work is completed independently.
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4: The student has shown and applied the knowledge beyond what is expected at a given grade level. The student independently completes self-directed studies. It is high on Bloom's taxonomy level, beyond what has been taught in the classroom, something most students don't obtain, and is usually due to a combination of high ability, high interest, and/or high background knowledge.
If you have questions about accessing report cards, please email Mrs. Schermetzler. If you have questions or concerns about your student's standards-based grades, please contact their teacher directly to discuss.
| | | | Important Dates to Remember | | |
03/11
Dine Out Night
Cousins Subs
03/13
Father/Daughter Dance
Details Below!
03/16 - 03/20
Book Fair
Details Coming Soon!
03/25
Dine Out Night
Culver's
03/31 & 04/01
Living Stations of the Cross
Details Below!
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04/02
Holy Thursday
Early Dismissal 11:30am
04/03 - 04/10
No School
Spring Break
04/13
Classes Resume
04/15
Dine Out Night
Cousins Subs
04/17
Mom Prom
Details Below!
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Save the Date for the Spring Concert!
This year's Spring Concert will feature Grades 4th through 8th!
Save the date for the afternoon of Thursday, April 30. The concert will take place at 2:00pm in the Church.
More details will be available as the event nears!
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Save the Date for Living Stations of the Cross
Students pose each of the 14 Stations while others lead the congregation in prayer for a visual depiction of this beloved Lenten devotion.
This year’s Living Stations will take place on Tuesday, March 31 at 6:00 PM in the church. There will also be a performance on Wednesday, April 1 at 2:00 PM, again in the church. We hope you can join us.
7th & 8th Grade families will receive more information about their students' participation in Living Stations of the Cross this week.
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Out of Uniform Dates - March
We thought it might be easier for you to have a list of days that are Out-Of-Uniform either with a pass or with special circumstances for the whole month, so here are the Out-of-Uniform Days for March:
03/12
Out of Uniform with Dine Out Night purchase on 03/11 (receipt required)
03/17
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Wear green & white to celebrate!
03/26
Out of Uniform with Dine Out Night purchase on 03/11 (receipt required)
03/27
Last Friday of the Month
Out of Uniform with Purchased Pass
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Our Next Pizza Lunch Fundraiser of the Year is coming up next week on Wednesday, March 18!
Please remember that NO hot lunch or milk are served on pizza lunch days. Order forms went home last week and are due back by Wednesday, March 11. You can find a copy of the order form here.
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The Book Fair is Coming March 16 - March 23!
Next week is our Book Fair! You will be able to shop online and students will be able to shop at the fair next week during specific times throughout the school day. In addition, the Book Fair will be open to the public to shop after all weekend Masses on the weekend of March 22 & 23!
To get ready, you can visit the home of our online fair here and set up your e-Wallet. Instructions are shown below. This is an easy way to have your child shop at the fair without sending money to school. That said, we do also take cash, check (made out to St. Alphonsus) and charge card (parents only, we do not accept charge cards from students) during the Book Fair.
| Volunteers help us make this event great! You will help us by setting up, helping students shop, running the register, and restocking products and displays. On the weekend shifts, you will also help parishioners fulfill teacher wishlists and shop for their children and grandchildren! Find the sign-up genius here. | | |
Girls on the Run is Back for the 2026 Season!
Registration is open from February 16th to February 22nd at this link.
GOTRSEWI.ORG
The Girls on the Run program inspires girls in Grades 3 through 5 to discover, build, and grow their self-confidence. Together, they experience a sense of belonging and connection as a team. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy. At the end of the season, the team completes a Community Impact Project and a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confident mindset into motion.
This year's practice dates will be Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:30pm. The season will run from March 23rd to June 1st.
Our coaches this year are Mrs. Domzil (5K teacher), Ms. Brennan (former 5th grade teacher), and Mrs. Knautz (3K teacher).
For questions, please reach out to Mrs. Domzil at kdomzil@st-alphonsus.org.
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Track & Field Registration Now Open for Students in Grades 4-8!
Track & Field is one of the most inclusive and rewarding sports out there. Whether a student is new to athletics or already active in other sports, track provides a fun environment where everyone can participate, improve, and discover their strenghts. With events that range from sprints, distance running, and relays to long jump, shot put or high jump, there truly is something for every athlete.
Why join the track team?
- Build confidence: Athletes set personal goals and see measurable growth throughout the season
- Improve overall fitness: Track builds speed, strength, endurance and coordination; skills that benefit all sports
- Stay active with friends: Practices are upbeat, energetic and a great social outlet after school
- No experience required: Coaches teach all fundamentals and students can try multiple events to find what they enjoy
Please click on this link to sign up and do not hesitate to reach out to Athletic Director Nick Warrichaiet with any questions.
Track and field gear is also now available in the Athletics store! Please click on this link to check out all the options!
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Dine Out Night at Cousins Subs!
Wednesday, March 11th is Dine Out Night at Cousins Subs and we hope to see you there!
Dine in or carry out from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Franklin location, 7700 S. Lovers Lane Road. 20% of the sales will go to support St. Alphonsus. Remember to get a receipt (one per child) so that your student can be out of uniform the following day.
Come support our school and let Cousins do the cooking!
Dine Out Nights - the easiest and most delicious fundraisers around.
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The Father Daughter Dance is coming up this Friday, March 13th!
Join us Friday, March 13th from 6:30-8:30pm in the St. Alphonsus gym!
If you did not register but would still like to come, walk ins are welcome! $30 per father/daughter ($15 for additional daughters). Cash only at the door.
It will be an evening filled with music, dancing and fun!
Any questions, please contact Father/Daughter Dance Chairs Olivia Hartley or Margaret Fieldbinder.
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Welcome to the Jungle at the Annual Mom Prom on Friday, April 17!
Mom Prom will take place on Friday, April 17th. Find all the details and a registration form below. A physical copy of registration forms will come home this week, and more details about volunteering will be released soon!
For questions, please contact Mom Prom Chair Tricia Williams.
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March Box Topics: Ways to Earn with Box Tops
Scan your Box Tops receipts and earn cash for our school! It's really easy with the Box Tops app! Scan the QR code below or visit boxtops4education.com for more information!
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Registration is Now Open for the Parish Auction!
Join us for a super fun night out on Friday, April 24 right here at St. Alphonsus! Every year we have more and more St. Alphonsus school parents attending and it's always an awesome time.
Visit the parish auction web page for more details.
In addition to registration being open, this year we are also selling raffle calendars! $25 each and only 600 sold. These make great gifts to pop into Easter baskets and the like--yes, your kiddos could win, too (just adults need to purchase them!). Many chances to win, so check out all the details below and stop by the parish auction table in the gathering space to pick one up. Click the image below for more details.
We are also still looking for sponsors, donations, and ads for our auction booklet. Check out the letter below and our web page for more information on items we are looking for!
Thank you for your support of this year's auction!
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Travel Under the Sea to St. Thomas More High School to See Their Spring Production of The Little Mermaid!
Get ready for a show full of nautical fun, laughs, and Disney singalongs! Catch the Poor Unfortunate Souls of these St. Al's alumni in the show: Stuart T (class of 2022) as Scuttle, Hailey N (class of 2023) as Sebastian, Max C (class of 2024) as King Triton, and Abby A (class of 2023) backstage as the Stage Manager. Plus, see St. Al's third grader Kylie as a sea creature and seagull!
You can be a Part of Our World March 6, 7, 13, and 14 at 7 pm and March 8 and 15 at 2pm! Tickets will be available online soon at St. Thomas More High School - Theater and will be available at the door for just a few sand dollars. We hope to "sea" you there!
| | Check out St. Alphonsus Alumni Rory B (Class of 2023) in the Marquette University High School Prep Players spring musical, Matilda, taking place March 20 through March 22! Get your tickets and more information here! | |
Join the St. Alphonsus Moms Group!
Looking for other Moms to share in your journey of faith and motherhood?
Come to the Wiggle Room above the church at 10:00. Moms are welcome to bring their little ones with them!
We would love to get to know each other better and help one another grow in our faith. Motherhood isn't easy. Let's share the load! Contact Darleen Zelinka with any questions.
Second Semester Dates:
- March 17 at 10 a.m.
- April 21 at 10 a.m.
- May 5 at 10 a.m.
- May 19 at at 10 a.m.
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Join the St. Alphonsus Women's Group!
So... who is in your tribe?
We all need one! Why not make St. Alphonsus' Women's Group YOUR tribe?
This group is a little different than the Moms Group. This group is comprised of women of all ages and backgrounds. We meet to pray, discuss and enjoy life! Contact Maggie Ensing for more information!
Check us out:
- March 21, 2026
- April 25, 2026
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Do you have items for the newsletter? To submit them or for questions and submission guidelines, please contact Amy Schermetzler.
Please note that submissions are due by 12:00pm Fridays.
The actual puzzle guzzle winners were Erin, Gayle, Amy and Chris (if you ask them!)
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