Hello St. Gabriel Families,

Check out the following headlines and links to stay up-to-date as we prepare to welcome everyone back to school. 

Mrs. Piotrowski is working hard in her 5K classroom and can't wait to welcome everyone back to school!

The headlines that are highlighted are NEW or UPDATED for this Gazette.

As you scroll towards the bottom of the Gazette, there are various messages/events/needs from our parish and school committees like the HSA (Home and School Association), ATHLETICS, ADULT & YOUTH MINISTRY, etc. Please continue to scroll down to the end of this email to see all that is happening at our vibrant school and parish!

"TAKE ACTION NOW/NEW" ARTICLES & LINKS

School Communication System:

St. Gabriel Parish School has a communication system connected to our database that allows us to text, email, and contact families in an efficient manner. We will be using this system when we need to send out messages to all families, certain grade-level families, teachers/staff, etc. This system is particularly helpful in emergency situations and when school is canceled due to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. 

If you are new to the school you will need to opt in to this program once you receive the first message. After that, you will receive all texts, emails, and phone calls without needing to opt in. The system is set to use the contact information in our system. If you would like to add or change contact information to the message system, please contact the school office and let Linda know.

Bussing:

If your family is within our bussing area and would like to receive bussing service this school year, please contact Riteway Bus Company (rosegrulkowski@goriteway.com) if you have not already done so. Riteway is in the process of creating bus routes and would like to complete the routes as soon as possible. If you do not notify them of your wishes, your family will not be added to the bussing routes. Please list your child(ren)'s name and whether they will be riding AM, PM, or both. You can reach Riteway directly at 262-677-8739 and speak with Patty, Rose, or AJ. Please also notify St. Gabriel School's office so we can plan accordingly.

Back-To-School Packets:

The "Welcome Back Packets" were mailed on Monday, August 12. Please be sure to review and fill out the necessary documents and bring them back to the Meet and Greet on August 26.

Library Volunteers Needed!

Library volunteers are needed on Wednesdays for library day. We have two shifts every Wednesday that will help our volunteer Librarian, Katie Martinez. 

• The morning shift (4K and Grade 1) goes from 8:15 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. (It's OK if a volunteer needs to come later due to Mass attendance.) 
• The afternoon shift (Grades 5K, 2, 3, 4, and 5) goes from noon to 3 p.m. 

We could have as many as four people sign up for any one shift, though technically two would work out fine.

No experience is necessary just a passion to help our school and students.

CLICK HERE to help!

ALL volunteers working with students must complete Safeguarding for God's Children's class. See below.

Safe Environment Class (Safeguarding for God's Children)

The next class at St. Gabriel is scheduled for Thursday, September 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

CLICK HERE to sign up!

Please contact Jill in the parish office at jsheehan@stgabrielhubertus.org or (262) 628-1141 if you have any questions.

INFORMATIONAL ARTICLES & LINKS

Please scroll all the way to the bottom!

Meet and Greet:

Our back-to-school Meet and Greet is scheduled for Monday, August 26, 2024, from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.. There is much to do to get ready for the school year.

• Meet your teachers and pack your desks/lockers with all of your school supplies for the year.
• Meet some of your classmates, old and new.
• Step into the gym while you are here to get your school picture taken. 
• Please use this PrePay picture link to order your picture packages. Type "St. Gabriel Catholic School" in the search bar. Yearbooks will be sold at a later date. They are not included in the packages.
• Visit our uniform swap tables that will be set up again in the parish hall. If you have uniform items that your child has outgrown, bring them along and swap them for a bigger size, or just pick up a few gently used items that your child could use during the upcoming school year.  

We look forward to seeing everyone again!!!

6th Grade Orientation:

The transition to middle school can be overwhelming! Let us help settle your nerves and answer any questions you and your child may have. Our middle school teachers will be meeting with our new 6th graders on Monday, August 26th (during our Meet and Greet) from 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.. Please bring your school supplies and your questions.

Playground/Lunchroom Volunteer Program:

Interested in earning a tuition rebate? It’s Simple! You can earn up to $1,000 towards your tuition just by volunteering to help on the playground or in the lunchroom during the 2024-2025 school year.

• Commit to a specific shift each week (ex. Every Monday) for the school year
• Complete a short training session
• Earn $500 toward your school tuition (per shift: maximum of 2 shifts per family)

Shifts are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sign Up Here

Click HERE to see more ways to save on tuition.

Parent Meetings…Save the Date:

Our mandatory parent meeting dates have been set. This meeting will answer any remaining questions you may have about the school year. Our school committees will be available to answer questions about activities and volunteer opportunities. Representatives will be available to talk about fundraising, SCRIP, and volunteering. Our teachers will also be available to share more information regarding their classroom procedures and specific grade-level activities. 

• Elementary Parent Night: Tuesday, September 10 at 6:15 p.m.
• Middle School Parent Night: Thursday, September 12 at 6:15 p.m.

2024-2025 Enrollment/Welcome to Our New Families:

Our school family continues to grow. Our current enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year is 142.

Thank you for choosing St. Gabriel for your child/ren's education.

Please join us in welcoming these new families and students to our school:

• Tony & Meghan Berndt - Anthony will be in 1st grade
• Michael & Kelsey Brusso - Capri will be in K4
• Paul & Ellen Felician - Sam will be in 7th grade
• Tony & Maggie Haning - Georgie will be in K4
• Dale & Shanthae Harvill - Samantha will be in 3rd grade
• Jason & Rachel Helmrick - Rick will be in K4 & Jack will be in K5
• Ryan & Carrie Kastanek - Ruby & Penny will be in K5
• Paul & Jennifer Kramer - Thomas will be in 8th grade & Lilian will be in 5th grade
• Joseph & Bethanie Meyer - Gabriel will be in K4 & Edith will be in 1st grade
• Casey & Lauren Moneer - Ella will be in K4
• Derek & Anna Niemuth - Noah will be in K4
• Bill Street & Amy Rider - Abigail will be in K5
• Steve & Sam Sprung - CeCe will be in K4
• Matt & Maressa Sweeney - Avery will be in K4

We are still accepting registrations and giving school tours. If you know of any families interested please have them email me directly at klestina@sgabriel.org.

Don't forget - Save $500 off tuition. Refer a family; You can help our school family grow!

Current families can receive the $500 referral credit for each new family they refer who subsequently enrolls their student(s) at AND whose student(s) attend(s) St. Gabriel Parish School.

Staffing Updates:

• We are excited to share with everyone that Sr. Therese Marie will be teaching Spanish for us this upcoming school year. Her focus areas of study at UW Milwaukee were Math and ESL (English as a Second Language). Sr. Therese Marie speaks fluent Spanish and has experience teaching Spanish-speaking ESL students of various ages at schools in Milwaukee. In addition, we will be expanding our Spanish program to include all students in grades 1-8. We will focus on exposing students in grades 1-3 to the Spanish language and culture through music, games, and various activities. Spanish in grades 4-8 will include a more structured curriculum and graded coursework.

• Finding a qualified music teacher has been a bit more challenging. We are currently working with a staffing company who has assured us that they will be able to provide us with a music teacher for next year. Stay tuned for more details.

Meet Our New School Secretary/Administrative Assistant:

Mrs. Linda Schuh has been in the office for several weeks so you may have already met her. She has been working with Mrs. Fassbender and me this summer to prepare for the beginning of the school year. Please be patient and understanding as she learns everyone’s face and name. Do not be offended if she answers the door via the intercom to see who you are and how she can help you before she unlocks the door to the school. All questions and attendance information may be sent to her at lschuh@sgabriel.org. While Mrs. Fassbender will be helping us with the transition, she will no longer be answering emails.

School Commission & Home and School Openings:

Due to several member terms ending this year, we have openings on both the SAC (School Advisory Commission) and HSA (Home & School Association). Please see the links below for more information regarding each of these committees. If you have any questions or are interested in joining either of these teams, please contact the school office or email Kim Lestina at (klestina@sgabriel.org).

• SAC Roles & Responsibilities
• HSA Bylaws

2024-2025 Student Supply List:

Please see the link below for next school year’s supply list.

2024-2025 School Supply List



2024-2025 School Calendar:

Please see the link below for the 2024-2025 school year calendar. Next school year, our Christmas break is a little longer and spring break times are a little different than usual. This is because Christmas falls on a Wednesday this year and Easter is very late (April 20th). 

2024-2025 School Year Calendar

Dress Code:  (No changes have been made)

2024-2025 Dress Code Policy

Our Lands End school account has been updated to reflect this year’s dress code. 

Our school number is 900129099.

Lands End School Account Info

Lands End Website

School Spirit Store:

Our spirit wear store will be opening soon. We will send out the link via email and post it on our website as soon as it is available. Please remember, St. Gabriel spirit wear from the Spirit Store may be worn over a red or white polo or turtleneck top. Other brand logos (ie: Nike, Adidas, etc) are not allowed. St. Gabriel t-shirts and athletic shorts may be worn for gym only, for students in grades 5-8 but are not required.

$crip Certificates:

$crip certificates are the perfect gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, and thank yous. During the summer, $crip will only be available to purchase after the weekend Masses, or online.



Interested in learning more about buying online certificates using the RAISE RIGHT app? Please contact Laura Rogacki in the Parish Office at (262)628-1141 or lrogacki@stgabrielhubertus.org for the program code. 

Already have an account with RaiseRight? Online orders will be filled on Mondays and available to pick up after the weekend Masses. For any questions about the $crip program, please email Finance Manager, Laura Rogacki.

Volunteers Needed for $crip Program Outreach:

We are seeking ONE or TWO MORE enthusiastic volunteers to assist in contacting local businesses to explore their interest in participating in our $crip program. Your help is crucial in expanding our network and fostering community support.

If you are willing to contribute your time, please reach out to Connie Helm, Director of Development, at the Parish Business Office. You can contact her by phone at (262) 628-1141 or via email at chelm@stgabrielhubertus.org. Your participation is greatly appreciated!

Box Tops:

Last year from July 2023 to June 2024, we raised $360.30 just by scanning shopping receipts with products that contain Box Tops.

So far from July 1, 2024 - present we have raised $37.70 from the Box Tops program. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies, or experiences the kids love! Did you know you can now connect your Walmart account for even easier fundraising? You can earn cash for your school without scanning receipts! See the app for more details.

IVolunteer:

Per the update to the handbook regarding Volunteers, pg 12

VOLUNTEERS (4140) Volunteer service is a core value of a Catholic parish and school community and should be both encouraged and publicly acknowledged. The administration at St. Gabriel parish and school strongly believes that parental involvement and participation in school activities is a vital way to have a direct positive impact on your child’s school experience. Volunteers enable our school to run more smoothly, operate within our annual budget, and offer more family-friendly events. So that St. Gabriel can achieve our goals, we ask that each family volunteer at least 10-15 hours during the school year. Gratitude and appreciation for your volunteerism cannot be given with something of value-in-kind for your service. By definition, a volunteer is someone who gives services without any expressed or implied promise of remuneration. 

Make sure to stop at the committee tables at Parent's Night to sign up early OR

Click the link below to view all the current parish and school volunteer opportunities including:

• Helping in the library
• Helping at the Flea Market (there are many different jobs available)
• Helping Sell Raffle Tickets after weekend Mass on Aug. 24/25 & Sept. 21/22
• Sign up to Sing with Joe Hauer at the Biergarten!!!

https://stgabrielhubertus.ivolunteer.com/

NOTE - Adults who work exclusively with other adults do not need to undergo safeguarding measures. However, if a minor is involved at any point, safeguarding protocols as outlined by the Archdiocese must be followed. All volunteers who volunteer during school hours are required to be certified in the Archdiocese Safe Guarding All of God's Family Class. You can visit this webpage for more details.

We encourage every committee who has volunteer opportunities to email Nikki Packee their needs to this email nikki.packee@stgabrielhubertus.org. Please reach out, should you have questions, or visit this URL to volunteer!!! #manyhandsmakeworklight

Articles and updates for the school Gazette, weekly Parish Bulletin, website, or social media may continue to be sent to the bulletineditor@stgabrielhubertus.org email address.

On the Calendar...

8/20 - Ice Cream Social from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - For planning purposes, please, RSVP HERE

*Uniform Swap will be available during the ice cream social

8/26 - Meet & Greet/Picture Day from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

-6th Grade Orientation from 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

*Uniform Swap will be available again during the Meet & Greet

8/27 - First Day of School - drop off begins at 7:40 a.m.

8/30 - In-Service Day - No School

9/2 - Labor Day - No School

9/5 - Safe Environment Class at 6:00 p.m. Use the link to register

9/10 - Elementary Parent Night at 6:15 p.m.

9/12 - Middle School Parent Night at 6:15 p.m.

9/13 - Biergarten from 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Bring your own lawn games & sing with Joe!

9/14 - Annual GIANT Flea Market from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - VOLUNTEER HERE

Peace and Blessings,

Kim Lestina

Principal

St. Gabriel Catholic Parish School

We nurture academic excellence while we

Proclaim the Word, Form Disciples, Live a Sacramental Life

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A lot is happening at the School and Parish!!

We are so pleased to announce that $300 was raised for the football raffle and the winner was parishioner, alumni, and volunteer extraordinaire, Betty Miller!

We extend our heartfelt thanks for your continued support and express our deepest gratitude to the generous donor who made this raffle possible.

To watch a recording of the live drawing click the link below.

Video Recording

Tickets will be sold after Mass on Aug. 24 and 25. If you can

help sell tickets, please click the link below.

PARISH NEWS

Feel free to bring your own lawn games too.

Invite some friends and let's have some fun!

Bangin' Burgers will donate 10% of sales back to St. Gabriel.

We hope you will join us!

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