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

Almighty Father,

You sent forth your Son as a beacon of hope for all people.
As Teacher, he has given us the prime example of the importance of education.
As disciples, we look to him for inspiration and strength.

Thank you for the many sisters, brothers, priests, and laypeople who have dedicated their lives in service to our Catholic schools.
Thank you for the teachers and administrators who sustain our schools today.
Thank you for the parents who have given support and witness to the importance of Catholic education in their daily lives.
Thank you for the students who work hard to further their education.

Bless Holy Trinity Catholic School and the many people who advance our mission.
May our building be a home for those who seek to grow in faith, knowledge, and service of others. May our community always support one another and exhibit hospitality to newcomers.

Fill our minds with knowledge and wisdom.
May our understanding of the world help us to grow in appreciation for it.

Fill our hearts with gladness.
May we always turn to you in times of need.

Fill our hands with the tools we need to serve others.
May we show them your unceasing love through our actions.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, pray for us.

St. John Neumann, pray for us.

St. Michael, pray for us.

In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Amen

This week we heard the familiar story known as Jesus' first miracle, The Wedding of Cana. When I was teaching in 3rd grade earlier this week, the students spent time reading and discussing this Gospel story as part of their religion curriculum. Jesus arrives at the wedding with his disciples and rather quickly, the wine runs out. Jesus' mother notices the problem and points it out to Jesus. Jesus questions how this concerns him and his mother ignores the question and simply tells the servants to do as he says. The rest is history. Jesus changes the water to wine and displays his ability to perform miracles.

This story made me think more about people in my life. The people that have encouraged me to do great deeds or make tough decisions that I was not prepared for. As Catholic Schools Week approaches, I think of those teachers who have challenged me, supported me, and encouraged me when things were difficult to understand or tough to do. Some people who have encouraged me are friends, family, and priests. With the encouragement of these people, I found I could accomplish things I did not know I was capable of.

I also think about times when I have taken the role of being the encourager in other's lives. I can think of several different times where I have encouraged and supported others.

Take time to ponder this: Who has encouraged you during difficult times and decisions? Who have you encouraged?

Blessings,

Mrs. Longden

To Jesus we go, through Mary

Family folders were sent out Wednesday. They included registration information for next year, scholarship applications, and information for Catholic Schools week dress up & service project. There was also the schedule for Masses this weekend for Catholic Schools week for those who volunteered.

Please remember to return your family folders to the office.

Parent/Teacher Conferences are on Tuesday, February 4th (3:00-6:30 PM) and Thursday, February 6th (3:00-6:00 PM).

Sign-up is open on OptionC through Friday, January 24th.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the school office.

If you would like to schedule a conference with a Specials teacher, please reach out to the school office.

Catholic Schools Week is January 26th-February 1st.

There are a lot of activities planned for the week and fun dress-up days.

A schedule of events and dress-up days are attached below and a copy was sent home in Family Folders yesterday.

Also attached is a letter from our new Archbishop to parents regarding Catholic Schools Week.

The Chili Luncheon is Sunday from 12:00-1:30pm! We are very grateful to all who have volunteered to help out, and hope that many of you are able to join us for fellowship and a warm cup of chili!

TODAY IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR TUBING!

Join us for a family tubing night at Sunburst, hosted by Home and School! It will be Thursday, January 30th from 5pm-7pm; $18 per person.

To fill out the liability waiver and purchase your tickets, please visit this website: https://shop.skisunburst.com/groups and use group code HT25 to login.

Please note: if you do NOT follow this link, you will not be registering in the portal and will not be counted as part of our group. This online portal is where anyone who plans on participating MUST register, fill out their liability waiver and pay. Everyone who plans on participating must be registered NO LATER than 11:59 pm on Thursday, January 23rd. Late registrations will NOT be accepted. If you have questions regarding registration, please email Lisa or Megan at homeandschool@htschool.net.

See you Sunday!

If you need to get in contact with the Home and School Association, please email them at homeandschool@htschool.net

If you would like the advisory commission to discuss anything, please email at advisorycommittee@htschool.net

SCRIP Ordering Dates

The following dates are when SCRIP will be ordered through the school office:

February 3rd and 17th

March 3rd and 17th

*Please have orders placed by 8 AM on Mondays.

*We will have some cards on hand in the office for sale as well. Please call the office ahead of time to make sure we have what you would like to order. Thank you for supporting Holy Trinity School through the purchase of SCRIP!

Friday, January 24th - Mass (Grades 4K-8)

Sunday, January 26th- Saturday, February 1st - Catholic Schools Week

Sunday, January 26th - Chili Luncheon 12:00-1:30

Sunday, January 26th - Open House 12:30-1:30

Wednesday, January 29th - Mass (Grades 3K, 5-8)

Thursday, January 30th - Field Trip to Holy Angels and West Bend Cinema

Friday, January 31st - Mass (Grades 4K, 5K-8)

Monday, February 3rd - 100th Day of School

Tuesday, February 4th - 101st Day of School (Out of Dress Code - Wear black, white, or polka dots -101 Dalmatians)

Tuesday, February 4th - Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00-6:30 PM

Wednesday, February 5th - Mass (Grades 1-4)

Thursday, February 6th - Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00-6:00 PM

Friday, February 7th - Mass (Grades 4K-8)

Wednesday, February 12th - Mass (Grades 3K, 5-8)

Friday, February 14th - Mass (Grades 4K-8) Bishop Schuerman celebrating Mass

Wednesday, February 19th - Mass (Grades 1-4)

Friday, February 21st - Mass (Grades 4K-8)

Thursday, January 16 - Zach Kraus

Friday, January 17 - Dean Kehl

Monday, January 20 - Debbie Watzlawick

Tuesday, January 21 - William Lapinski

Wednesday, January 22 - Sara Weninger

Congratulations!

Check out our school newspaper.

Articles will be updated each trimester.

Basketball Schedule:

Friday, January 24th - St. Katt's at Holy Trinity

Tuesday, January 28th - Away at St. Matt's

January 30th-February 2nd - B Girls St. John's Tournament

Friday, January 31st - SOTH at Holy Trinity

Friday, February 7th (8th Grade Night) - WCHSA at Holy Trinity

Free Throw Contest: 2025

January 26, 2025

Holy Angels Gym (enter through 8th Avenue Lobby Doors)

Gym Opens at 12:00 PM

9-11 Year Old Competition: Begins at 12:30 PM

Awards at approximately 1 PM

12-14 Year Old Competition: Begins at approximately 1 PM

Awards at approximately 1:30 PM

Open to 9-14 Year Olds, Boys and Girls

Champions in each age and gender

See the attached for information on events happening within the Parish and School.

It is time again to prepare for the Missoula Children's Theater. It will take place the week of March 10th to the 15th, 2025 in the high school theater. There will be two shows again this year on Saturday the 15th, one at 3 pm, and another at 7pm.

Attached you will find the poster and audition notice. The bottom portion can be returned and signed by the parent at the time of auditions.

Email: holytrinityschool@htschool.net
Website: http://www.htschool.net
Location: 305 Main St Kewaskum, WI 53040
Phone: (262)626-2603