ST. THOMAS AQUINAS ACADEMY
Archangels Anthologies #31 (Week of 4/15)
St. Thomas Academy is a vibrant Catholic learning community, empowering and preparing future leaders for lifelong stewardship through an academically challenging and faith-centered environment.
With Springtime comes a renewed sense of focus, a renewed joy, and the promise of sunshine and laughter. Everyone seems to smile a bit more, and steps are lighter as we round out the next few months together.
As we progress through April, I want to take time out to thank all of our families for your diligence in having your child(ren) to school on time, and well-prepared for learning each day. This both supports and optimizes our instructional goals for each child, and aids us in helping your child be as successful as he/she can. High standards and expectations are the foundation of our school. It is with pride that we hold these high standards, and ask each of our families to commit to maintaining the extraordinary record of achievement and contribution that has been the legacy of St. Thomas Aquinas Academy. We are an exceptional learning community comprised of parents, teachers, support staff, students, parishes, and parishioners. Together, we can achieve anything!
Have a great weekend!
Blessings,
Andrea Bergmann
Principal
Week of 4/15-4/19
SAVE THE DATE!!!
March 18th-April 26th: Forward Testing
April 15th: Marketing Committee Meeting 7:00-8:00pm
April 16th: National PJ Day (students wear pajamas) &School Advisory Committee 7:00-8:00pm &
PSA Event: STAA Night At SkyZone 5:00-8:00pm
April 19th: Family Can Drive & Families
April 22nd: STAA Star Student Due (end of the day) & Can Drive Dress Down Day
April 25th: Book Fair & Generous Dress Down Day-The Healing Center - Advocate Aurora Healthcare
April 26th: Middle School Retreat
April 30th: Spirit Wear Day
May 3rd: Val Lamar Concert 10:00am (3rd-8th grade)
May 6th-10: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 6th-17th: MAP Testing
May 9th: McTeacher Night 4:30-7:00pm
May 15th: May Crowning
May 24-27th: Memorial Day Weekend (No School)
May 29th: Athletic Banquet 6:00-7:00pm
May 30th: Seton Arts and Music Festival
May 31st: Field Day & Color Walk
June 5th: Chalk Talk (details TBA)
June 6th: 8th Grade Graduation 6:00pm (St. Veronica)
June 7th: 5K Graduation 9:15am (St. Veronica)
June 10th: End of the Year BBQ
June 11th: Last Day Of School & End Of The School Year Mass @ 8:30am
For the month of February, the Shared Value will be: Service.
The characteristic of the value of Service for the week of April 15th is: Giving.
SETON MATH COMPETION APRIL 18TH (4:00-4:45PM)
Our third Seton Math Competition for students in grades 4-8 is Thursday April 18th at 4:00pm. Spring is the theme.
Math Competition - Thursday April 18. 4:00 – 4:45 on this Zoom link -
APRIL IS SAFE ENVIRONMENT MONTH
CIRCLE OF GRACE CURRICULUM-WEEK OF APRIL 22ND
The Circle of Grace curriculum will be taught the week of April 22.
This curriculum is important for the emotional, mental and physical development of children. However, if you would like your child to opt out, please print and return the opt out form to the school office.
The attachment has 3 pages. Letter, English opt out, Spanish opt out.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FYh2z67FJhOXeQUk8mR6FjLLb3RgDsY5/view?usp=sharing
Thank you
2024-2025 STAA FAMILY CALENDAR
The attached is the 1st draft of the STAA Family Calendar for the 2024-25 school year. A more detailed calendar is forthcoming, closer to the start of the 24-25 school year.
OFFICE HOURS 7:30-3:30PM & REPORTING ABSENCES/APPOINTMENTS
The main office is available via telephone or in-person by appointments 7:30am-3:30pm.
Reporting Absences
A verbal communication is required for any absences, stating the reason by the parent/guardian. You may leave a message at 414-744-1214 #1.
If a student is absent, the parent/guardian must report the absence to the school office by 8:30am.
If a student is absent without an excuse and/or phone call from the parent/guardian a phone call will be made by the school.
Reporting Appointments Or Other Notifications
A verbal communication is required for any appointment or other notification (extended care/pick up) during school hours. Please call the office at 414-744-1214 #2.
Please do not use Class Dojo to notify the office.
STAA MCTEACHER'S NIGHT FUNDRAISER-MAY 9TH (4:30-7:00PM)
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR-APRIL 25TH (2:30-6:00PM)
PSA EVENT: STAA NIGHT AT SKYZONE (APRIL 16TH 5:00-8:00PM)
Join PSA and jump for joy at our SkyZone fundraiser! Please fill out your waiver ahead of time!
Here is the SkyZone flyer and the link to the waivers.
TRACK & FIELD UPDATE
The STAA Track & Field Practice & Meet information can be found here on the STAA Track website.
Practices will be held on Mondays & Wednesdays from April 10th - May 15th.
Mondays: 4:30-6 at STAA
Wednesdays: 4:30-6 at Humboldt Park (We will also use the Bay View High School track during this session.)
MILWAUKEE AREA PAROCHIAL SCHOOL SOCCER LEAGUE UPDATE
Last fall our students participated in the Milwaukee Area Parochial School Soccer League. In order to ensure a high quality experience for our student athletes, the league is looking for new board members. All schools that participate in the league must have board representation. If you are interested in joining the MAPSS board as our STAA representative, please email athletics@staamke.org.
For questions on the league or joining the board please email soccer@staamke.org.
FUTSAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
From the Athletics Committee:
Volunteers for the futsal season are needed. We have this weekend on the sign up but will add the remaining weekends soon.
As a reminder, two shifts are required per sport. Be sure to get your shifts in to avoid the $150 fee. This is your last chance!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4FAFAB28A6F94-48991571-staa
Please contact athletics@staamke.org with questions.
2024 FUTSAL SCHEDULES
PIUS XI BOYS BASKETBALL SUMMER CAMPS
Join Pius XI varsity boys basketball coach Dan Carey and his Popes players at summer basketball camp!
Fundamental Skills Camp (June 10-13) - This camp focuses on offensive skill development, primarily finishing, shooting, passing and catching, ball handling, attack moves and decision making.
Pure Shooting Camp (June 17-20) - This camp focuses on shooting technique, form and proper repetition. Campers shoot a high volume of shots each day, with emphasis on proper shooting mechanics.
Mighty Mites Camp (July 22-25) - OPEN TO BOYS AND GIRLS! This camp introduces basic basketball skills, using youth-sized basketballs and smaller hoops. Emphasis on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing and shooting.
Link to register for camps: https://piusxi.sportngin.com/register/form/157868931
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 2024 SOCCER CHALLENGE MAY 18TH (9:00AM-5:30PM)
Local Knights of Columbus Council to Sponsor Youth Soccer Challenge!
All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2024 Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge. The local competition will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024, between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm at Divine Mercy School - 695 E College Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 5317.
Boys and Girls Age / Competition Time Window
9 / 9:00 am – 10:00 am
10 / 10:30 am – 11:30 am
11 / 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12 / 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
13 / 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
14 / 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
The Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district, and jurisdictional competitions. International champions are announced by the Knights of Columbus international headquarters in New Haven, CT, based on scores from the jurisdiction-level competitions. All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are eligible to participate and will compete in their respective age divisions. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the event. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent. For entry forms, download and fill in the form that can be found on our SM Knights Of Columbus homepage: kc1709.org
For additional information contact:
Dennis Irwin
Council 1709
Community Director
dennis.irwin@yahoo.com.
Council 1709 in South Milwaukee is one of 16,000 Knights of Columbus councils that make up the world’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Founded in 1882 to assist working-class and immigrant Catholics in the United States, today the approximately two million members of the Knights put their faith into action through a broad range of charitable causes locally, nationally and internationally with financial contributions and hands-on service.
Join our South Shore Parishes celebrating their upcoming events. All are welcome!
Tuesday-April 16th
7:00pm IC Inter Org Meeting – Ryan School Hall
Wednesday-April 17th
5:00pm SHJ Finance Council Meeting
6:00pm SHJ Tri-Parish Council
7:00pm IC Joint Parish Choir Rehearsal - @IC Church Loȅ
Thursday-April 18th
3:00pm IC SVdP Meeting – Upper Rectory
6:30pm IC Boys Scouts – Ryan Hall
Friday-April 19th
4:00pm SA Fish Fry- Church Hall
7:30pm IC Group 48 Meeting - Ryan School Hall
Sunday-April 21st
5:30pm SV HS Religious Ed
Saturday-April 27th
9:00am SV Garden Clean Up
10:30am SA Family Holy Hour
9:00am-12:00pm SA Clean Up
Sunday-April 28th
12:30pm SA "The Rosary and Marian Devotion"
Sunday-May 12th
May Crowning @ SHJ after Mass
Do you have a child interested in performing hands-on science activities? Sign them up for the free event on Saturday, May 11, 9:00am – 11:00am in Johnson Hall at St. Veronica. This will be a jam-packed morning. We will learn about these things and more: yeast and how it works, DNA extraction in wheat, plant pigmentation, greenhouses and connect it all to God’s Word in the Bible.
Pre-registration due no later than May 6 but early registration ensures your child's spot. For questions, contact me via phone or email.
Karen Bushman
414-482-2920
karen@secatholic.org/southeastcatholic.org
Southeast Catholic Director of Religious Formation
Thank you for being part of our STAA Family!!
ST. THOMAS AQUINAS ACADEMY
Email: SCHOOLINFO@STAAMKE.ORG
Website: http://www.thomasaquinasacademy.com/
Location: 341 E Norwich St, Milwaukee, WI 53207, USA
Phone: 414-744-1214
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StThomasAquinasAcademyMKE