Weekly Update
Holy Trinity Catholic School -- February 1st, 2024
Prayer
Dear God,
Help us to be open to the challenge of proclaiming your mercy in the modern world. Guide our school to be rooted in your example. Open our hearts to reflect your loving mercy in all we do, and inspire us to be brave in answering the call to 'proclaim your mercy'. As we journey through this week, strengthen us to reignite the Catholic ethos upon which our school was formed.
Amen
A Note from Mrs. Longden
Isn’t it wonderful that our Catholic Schools are so readily available in our country and around the world? There are over 5920 Catholic Schools in the USA with a student-to-staff ratio of 11 to 1. Catholic schools are located in the inner cities, suburbs, small towns, and rural areas, and several are virtual.
Catholic schools aim to bring our faith practices, beliefs, and traditions to the hearts and souls of our students, forming them into future leaders of our families, our church, and our society. Catholic schools teach students to serve their neighbors near and far. Academically, Catholic school students graduate from high school and are likely to go on to college at higher rates.
Parents and supporters of Catholic schools have a passion for the schools and believe that a Catholic school is the best choice for students to learn with mind, body, and soul. They are dedicated to the school and pay tuition to enroll their child or to support another child who attends. In the political realm, Catholic schools are a true gift to the nation saving the country $24.3 billion each year because the cost per student in the public schools of the USA is an average of $14,330 per child/year.
Catholic school teachers and staff members work with dedication and commitment. They do the job for the benefit of the child. They work extra hours, putting time in because it is good for the children and for the school. They donate to the school themselves and purchase many of their own teaching supplies. They do not get paid extra to participate in after-hours programs and events or to go to training workshops in the evening or in the summer. The Catholic school staff members are an extraordinary blessing and are the heart of the school.
We have great reason to celebrate. We are excited to have you join with us this week as we recognize all of the wonderful things about our beautiful Catholic school.
Blessings,
Mrs. Longden
Great to be Grateful
Letter from the Archbishop
Please see the attached letter from Archbishop Listecki.
February Virtue - Affability
AFFABILITY
Saint: Bl. Pier-Giorgio Frassati
Aspiration: Come Holy Spirit, increase in me the Gift of Piety
Meaning: Being easy to approach and easy to talk to - friendly
Prayer: Jesus, King of my Heart, You were kind to the little children who came to You. Be my strength as I try to be good to all those I am with today.
Scripture: Matthew 19: 13-14
Opposing Trait: Being mean, unkind, cruel, or unflattering
Ways to Cultivate: Recognize what is due to God first and then to others.
Looks Like/Sounds Like: Smile; greet people. "How are you doing?" Acknowledge the presence of others, both peers and adults. Take time to listen to others. Try to see Jesus in others.
Catholic Schools Week
Catholic Schools Week is January 28th-February 3rd.
Check out some pictures from the week.
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Reminder: Parent/Teacher Conferences are Tuesday, February 6th and Thursday, February 8th. If you need a reminder of your times, you can check OptionC.
Holy Trinity Parish Tithing Data
Part of being an active member of a parish is supporting the parish through tithing. Tithing is in addition to school tuition and helps with the parish subsidy that allows Holy Trinity to continue offering an exceptional Catholic education at a reduced rate.
Of our 77 families, 43 are registered at Holy Trinity Church.
In 2023:
16 families (37%) tithed $0
8 families (19%) tithed $60-$300
7 families tithed $500-$900
10 families tithed $1000-$3000
2 families tithed over $7000
56% of the families give less than $6 per week.
*This data is from Holy Trinity Parish Finance Council
Mental Health Presentation
See the attached flyer with information regarding a mental health presentation at St. Frances Cabrini with 3 Catholic counselors.
ITBS Testing
Iowa Test of Basic Skills will be from March 4th-18th for students in 2nd-8th grade. This is a shorter time frame than in previous years. Please make all efforts to not schedule vacations during this time. More information will be coming.
Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Come support Holy Trinity School and visit with the Easter Bunny!
SCRIP
Remember Scrip when you are planning for Valentine's Day this year. The School Office has lots of Scrip available, just give us a call and we can help you out!
Get your gift card shopping done in one phone call and reduce your tuition bill all at the same time. Special orders for delivery by Valentine's Day are due Monday, February 5 by 8:00 am.
Spring Concert News
SAVE THE DATE!!!!!
Spring Concert - Monday, March 18th at 5:30 P.M. in the Gym
Upcoming Dates
Friday, February 2nd - Mass
Tuesday, February 6th - Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-6:00)
Wednesday, February 7th - Mass (Grades 5-8)
Thursday, February 8th - Mass
Thursday, February 8th - Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:00-6:00)
Friday, February 9th - No School - Teacher Professional Development Day
Wednesday, February 14th - Mass (Ash Wednesday)
Friday, February 16th - Mass
Wednesday, February 21st - Mass (Grades 3K, 1-4)
Friday, February 23rd - Mass
Wednesday, February 28th - Mass (Grades 5-8)
Thursday, February 29th - Mass
Friday, March 1st - End of Trimester 2
Friday, March 1st - No School
March 4th-18th - ITBS Testing (2nd-8th Grade)
Wednesday, March 6th - Mass (Grades 3K, 1-4)
Friday, March 8th - Mass (Baptism Mass February/March/April)
Saturday, March 9th - Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Wednesday, March 13th - Mass (Grades 5-8)
Friday, March 15th - Mass
Saturday, March 16th - First Communion Retreat
Monday, March 18th - Spring Concert 5:30 PM
Wednesday, March 20th - Mass (Grades 3K, 1-4)
Friday, March 22nd - Mass
Wednesday, March 27th - Mass (Grades 5-8)
Thursday, March 28th - Prayer Service (Holy Thursday)
Friday, March 29th - No School - Good Friday
Sunday, March 31st - Easter Sunday
Calendar of Cash
January 25 - Gail Klassen
January 26 - Doug Scannell
January 29 - Linda Mueller
January 30 - Julie Rosbeck
January 31 - Cindy Presley
Congratulations!
Wildcat Basketball
February 2nd - Home game against WCHSA 1
February 9th - Away game against St. Matt's
February 16th - Home game against Shepherd of the Hills
February 22nd - Away game against WCHSA 2
Parish/School Events Flyer
See the attached for events happening within the Parish and School.
Altar and Server Guild Meetings
Mission
Our Mission is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to provide a high-quality education, and to guide children in living the Catholic faith.
Holy Trinity Catholic School
Email: holytrinityschool@htschool.net
Website: http://www.htschool.net
Location: 305 Main St Kewaskum, WI 53040
Phone: (262)626-2603