2025-2026 Lower Campus Weekly Info

I know I introduced a few changes over these last few weeks, and I'd like to take a moment to thank the families who have reached out with words of encouragement and support. Your kindness, flexibility, and partnership mean the world to me. Change can be uncomfortable, but it is also a sign of growth—and I am thrilled we are growing together.

A few of our Lower Campus students have been working on growth these last few months as well. As you may recall, earlier this fall, auditions for the SJCA production of Elf, Jr. were held here and at the Upper Campus. The show is just a few weeks away, and I’m pleased to share the details with all of our families. Please come support our Lancer participants of all ages, and get yourself in the holiday spirit.

While Monday's snow delayed us a day, TUESDAY we were able to use the stairs for our first award recipients. Congratulations to our next group of Saintly Scholars. How wonderful it was for our students, both presenters and award recievers to walk up the stairs and be on stage in front of their peers. Again my sincerest gratitude to Catalyst Exhibits for their incredible support throughout this project. If you missed the Facebook announcement about the stairs, be sure to check it out!

Little Lancerette Winter Dance Clinic

When: Sunday, December 7th | 1:00–3:00 PM

Parent Show: 2:30 PM (Seating upstairs on the balcony)

Performance Opportunity: All Clinic participants are invited to come perform with the Varsity Lancerettes at the Home Basketball game on December 9th at 7:00pm.

Cost: $45 per dancer

Cash or checks made payable to SJCA. Please drop off payment to either campus main office in a clearly labeled envelope. (No online payments will be accepted.)

Questions? Contact Coach Melissa Cronin – mcronin@sjcawi.org

UC First Responders Breakfast

Know a first responder? We’d love to welcome them to a special morning with our middle school students and staff. Please share this with any fire, police, or EMT professionals you know. We hope to fill the cafeteria with first responders from Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.

Thank you to all the families who joined us for parent–teacher conferences this week. Your partnership makes a meaningful difference in your child’s education. When home and school work together, we can better support not just academic success, but the whole child.

This week’s blog is a lighter one, but we hope the resources and reminders included are helpful as we move into the month of November.

Little Lancerette Winter Dance Clinic

When: Sunday, December 7th | 1:00–3:00 PM

Parent Show: 2:30 PM (Seating upstairs on the balcony)

Performance Opportunity: All Clinic participants are invited to come perform with the Varsity Lancerettes at the Home Basketball game on December 9th at 7:00pm.

Cost: $45 per dancer

Cash or checks made payable to SJCA. Please drop off payment to either campus main office in a clearly labeled envelope. (No online payments will be accepted.)

Questions? Contact Coach Melissa Cronin – mcronin@sjcawi.org

Parent Resource: Occupational Therapy

Just as we've proudly partnered with Simply Spoken Therapy* to bring accessible speech and language services directly to our students, we're excited to announce another incredible resource now available to our families. This year, we've welcomed Kid Power Pediatric Occupational Therapy to the SJCA Lower Campus.

If you've ever wondered whether your child might benefit from a little extra support with handwriting, staying focused, managing transitions, or building strength and coordination, this new partnership could be a helpful next step. You’ll find all the details about the referral process, services, and who to contact in the resources below.

If you're curious if your student(s) would benefit from any OT services, please ask your teacher this week during conferences.

(**Looking for info on Simply Spoken? See the October 3rd Archive below for all speech referral services available to you.)

Parent Teacher Conferences: November 5-6th

If you have not yet signed up for conferences, please do so immediately. Conferences are a wonderful time for parents and teachers to connect on their child's growth thus far, highlights, and areas for additional practice moving forward. I have included each teachers' links below for those that need it.

Altergott

Cardona

Eternicka

Jorgenson

Kenesie

Lipowski

Rondeau

Jones

Hill

Marshall

Pillizzi

Walsh

Anderlik

Leinenweber

Principe

Kaeppeler/Bennett

Williamson

Dinkel

Forbes

Hernandez

Ruck

Parent Resource: Occupational Therapy

Just as we've proudly partnered with Simply Spoken Therapy* to bring accessible speech and language services directly to our students, we're excited to announce another incredible resource now available to our families. This year, we've welcomed Kid Power Pediatric Occupational Therapy to the SJCA Lower Campus.

If you've ever wondered whether your child might benefit from a little extra support with handwriting, staying focused, managing transitions, or building strength and coordination, this new partnership could be a helpful next step. You’ll find all the details about the referral process, services, and who to contact in the resources below.

If you're curious if your student(s) would benefit from any OT services, please ask your teacher this week during conferences.

(**Looking for info on Simply Spoken? See the October 3rd Archive below for all speech referral services available to you.)

LC Book Fair!

Next week the LC Book Fair returns, with a new twist.

Students will have a chance to visit the book fair during the school day Monday and Tuesday. E-wallets can be set up here.

Volunteers are also needed to help make our book fair a success. If you are interested in volunteering please sign up now.

CLOSING THIS WEEKEND! Winter Sports Registration

Winter sport registration for Lower and Middle School will close this weekend! Lancer sports offer our students opportunities in grades 4–12 to learn new skills, build confidence, and be part of an SJCA team. Practices will be held twice per week. The following offerings are available now through November 2! Register here

• Boys & Girls Basketball - Grades 4-8

  • Basketball teams will compete in the South Shore Parochial League on Saturdays.

• Wrestling (Grades 5–8) 

  • Wrestling will participate in weekend tournaments with USA Wrestling.

Student Leadership Council - ENDS MONDAY!

Throughout the rest of October we will collect children's socks to be donated to Kenosha Giving Circle at Christmas.

• WHAT: Buy NEW boys or girls socks. Toddler to youth sizes.

• WHEN: October 20th-November 3rd

• PROCEEDS GO TO: Kenosha Giving Circle

With Halloween festivities right around the corner, I want to provide some helpful guidelines for Thursday’s Trunk or Treat and classroom parties. I’d also like to extend a heartfelt thank-you in advance to our LC Parent Association for orchestrating Saturday’s Halloween Party at the Upper Campus from 4:00–6:00 PM. We hope to see many of you there!

Halloween Costume Guidelines:

• No masks

• No inflatable costumes

• No weapons (real or pretend)

• Costumes must allow students to sit comfortably

• Costumes must allow students to independently use the restroom

LAST CHANCE: All Saints Day Mass

Participation is optional, but if your child would like to dress as a saint, please complete this Google Form by Monday, October 27th. Click here to sign up now!

CLOSING SOON! SJCA Winter Sports Registration

Winter sport registration is now live! Lancer sports offer our students opportunities in grades 4–12 to learn new skills, build confidence, and be part of an SJCA team. Practices will be held twice per week. The following offerings are available now through November 2! Register here

• Boys & Girls Basketball - Grades 4-8

  • Basketball teams will compete in the South Shore Parochial League on Saturdays.

• Wrestling (Grades 5–8)

  • Wrestling will participate in weekend tournaments with USA Wrestling.

Parent Association Information

This section is dedicated to news from our Lower Campus Parent Association. Take a moment to check out upcoming volunteer opportunities, a few important reminders, and why your support of their efforts makes a meaningful difference in our school community.

TRUNK OR TREAT: All participants must be Safeguarded! Please use this link  to register. The process can take time after completion of the class, so please complete with ample time to ensure you are able to attend.

Trunk or Treat Registration!

Student Leadership Council

Thank you to everyone who supported Tuesday's Heavenly Hats initative. We raised an incredible (insert amount - waiting on Sue) for children with cancer. Our next service project is detailed below.

• SOCKTOBER:

  • Throughout the rest of October we will collect children's socks to be donated to Kenosha Giving Circle at Christmas.

  • WHAT: Buy NEW boys or girls socks. Toddler to youth sizes.

  • WHEN: October 20th-November 3rd

  • PROCEEDS GO TO: Kenosha Giving Circle

As I mentioned in this week’s newsletter, our Lancer Gala is just around the corner—and I’d love to see as many of our Lower Campus families involved as possible. Events like the Gala aren’t just fun evenings out—they’re essential to how our school sustains.

Like many Catholic schools, tuition at SJCA covers only about 70% of the true cost to educate each child. That remaining 30% is covered by generous donors, community partners, and essential fundraising events such as this. Catholic education here at SJCA is built on shared sacrifice, collective stewardship, and deep belief in our mission.

Whether you attend the Gala, contribute your time and/or God-given talents, your involvement matters. These efforts help fund classroom resources, academic programs, campus ministry, and so much more—making an immediate impact for your child and every student across our Academy.

If you’ve never attended before, this is a great year to jump in. If you’re a regular, I look forward to seeing you again for another unforgettable night in support of our mission. Click for more info!

Picture Retake Day

Picture retake day is THIS THURSDAY! Dress is school uniform best. Any students retaking pictures, please bring your original packet if available. Any students who missed the first opportunity should also plan to have their photos taken on retake day.

4th and 5th Grade Choir

Click the informational flyer to register today!

Storybook Pumpkins

Each fall, our Lower Campus library and cafeteria come to life with the creations of our families' storybook pumpkins!

This optional activity invites students to decorate a pumpkin to look like a favorite character from a book they love. Pumpkins are proudly displayed at school for classmates, teachers, and visitors to enjoy throughout the last weeks of October.

Here’s how it works:

• Pumpkins should be decorated—not carved—using paint, markers, fabric, or other materials that can be glued on.

• Choose a character from a children’s book and bring it to life through your pumpkin design.

• Please bring decorated pumpkins to school during the week of October 20.

• All pumpkins will go home by October 30. Any pumpkins left at school after that date will be discarded.

  
  

This is a fun and festive way to combine creativity with a love of reading—and we can’t wait to see what our Lancers come up with this year! 

All Saints Day at the LC: October 29th

As we prepare our hearts for All Saints Day, we remember that each of us is called to holiness. The lives of the saints remind us that ordinary people, through love and faithfulness, can do extraordinary things for God.

We warmly invite all Lower Campus students to choose a Catholic saint who inspires them and, if they wish, to dress as that saint for our All Saints Day Mass on Wednesday, October 29th. This is a beautiful way for our students to learn from the examples of the faithful who came before us and to reflect on how they, too, can live lives of holiness. Participation is optional, but if your child would like to dress as a saint, please complete this Google Form by Monday, October 27th.

Together, let us continue to grow in faith and strive to be saints in our own time. Click here to sign up now!

Student Leadership Council

Our Leadership Council is excited to announce that our school will be partnering with Heavenly Hats and Kenosha Giving Circle, two wonderful organizations that provide hats to children who have lost their hair due to medical treatments and socks to those in our community this winter.

• HEAVENLY HATS:

  • WHEN: Tuesday, October 21st

  • COST: Wear a hat for $1.00. 

  • PROCEEDS GO TO:  Heavenly Hats Foundation, Inc.

Each class has the option to participate in a school-wide hat parade, and classes will award one recipient in each of the following category: Craziest Hat, Most Colorful Hat, Smallest Hat, Largest Hat, and Best Holiday Hat, and Most Unique Hat.

• SOCKTOBER:

  • Throughout the rest of October we will collect children's socks to be donated to Kenosha Giving Circle at Christmas.

  • WHAT: Buy NEW boys or girls socks. Toddler to youth sizes.

  • WHEN: October 20th-November 3rd

  • PROCEEDS GO TO: Kenosha Giving Circle

These initiatives not only support those in need, but also fosters a spirit of compassion and community among our students. Our student leadership members and facilitators greatly appreciate your support.

Winter Sports Registration

Winter sport registration is now live! Lancer sports offer our students opportunities in grades 4–12 to learn new skills, build confidence, and be part of an SJCA team. Practices will be held twice per week. The following offerings are available now through November 2! Register here

• Boys & Girls Basketball - Grades 4-8

  • Basketball teams will compete in the South Shore Parochial League on Saturdays.

• Wrestling (Grades 5–8) 

  • Wrestling will participate in weekend tournaments with USA Wrestling.

Parent Association Information

This section is dedicated to news from our Lower Campus Parent Association. Take a moment to check out upcoming volunteer opportunities, a few important reminders, and why your support of their efforts makes a meaningful difference in our school community.

We can't wait to see so many of our families on the farm Saturday! Please join us if you're able! Events such as this are key to helping us raise money to put towards the main initiatives we have slated for this school year. We appreciate your support.

TRUNK OR TREAT: All participants must be Safeguarded! Please use this link  to register. The process can take time after completion of the class, so please complete with ample time to ensure you are able to attend.

Trunk or Treat Registration!

A Note from our Board of Directors

SJCA is forming an Enrollment Committee to support our admissions and parish engagement efforts. We are seeking dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our school community and eager to assist with admissions-related initiatives, outreach, and growing our SJCA community.

Members of Kenosha parishes are especially encouraged to apply, as parish engagement will be an important focus of this committee.

If you are interested in sharing your time and talents to help grow and strengthen our Academy community, please apply online.  For more information, please reach out to Joe Mariani at jmariani@gmail.com.

Did you know we had over 425 guests for Grandparent/Special Person's Day here on Wednesday?! A heartfelt thank you to every person who attended, Jen Portilia and Tracy Kelley for planning such a wonderful event, and the volunteers who helped out that morning.

4th and 5th Grade Choir

Click the informational flyer to register today!

Storybook Pumpkins

Each fall, our Lower Campus library and cafeteria come to life with the creations of our families' storybook pumpkins!

This optional activity invites students to decorate a pumpkin to look like a favorite character from a book they love. Pumpkins are proudly displayed at school for classmates, teachers, and visitors to enjoy throughout the last weeks of October.

Here’s how it works:

• Pumpkins should be decorated—not carved—using paint, markers, fabric, or other materials that can be glued on.

• Choose a character from a children’s book and bring it to life through your pumpkin design.

• Please bring decorated pumpkins to school during the week of October 20.

• All pumpkins will go home by October 30. Any pumpkins left at school after that date will be discarded.

  
  

This is a fun and festive way to combine creativity with a love of reading—and we can’t wait to see what our Lancers come up with this year! 

A Note on Attendance

As we continue to settle into our routines, I want to offer a gentle reminder about reporting student absences. It’s important that we have accurate attendance each day, and we truly appreciate your help in keeping our records up to date.

If your child will be absent, we ask that you notify both your child’s teacher and Mrs. Michelle Boyd in the school office. This ensures clear communication and avoids any confusion in our system.

You can contact Mrs. Boyd in any of the following ways:

• Call our attendance line at 262-656-7360 and leave a message

• Send a message on Seesaw

• Email mboyd@sjcawi.org

  
  

All Saints Day at the LC: October 29th

As we prepare our hearts for All Saints Day, we remember that each of us is called to holiness. The lives of the saints remind us that ordinary people, through love and faithfulness, can do extraordinary things for God.

We warmly invite all Lower Campus students to choose a Catholic saint who inspires them and, if they wish, to dress as that saint for our All Saints Day Mass on Wednesday, October 29th. This is a beautiful way for our students to learn from the examples of the faithful who came before us and to reflect on how they, too, can live lives of holiness. Participation is optional, but if your child would like to dress as a saint, please complete this Google Form by Monday, October 27th.

Together, let us continue to grow in faith and strive to be saints in our own time. Click here to sign up now!

Parent Association Information

This section is dedicated to news from our Lower Campus Parent Association. Take a moment to check out upcoming volunteer opportunities, a few important reminders, and why your support of their efforts makes a meaningful difference in our school community.

We can't wait to see so many of our families on the farm Saturday! Please join us if you're able! Events such as this are key to helping us raise money to put towards the main initiatives we have slated for this school year. We appreciate your support.

TRUNK OR TREAT: All participants must be Safeguarded! Please use this link  to register. The process can take time after completion of the class, so please complete with ample time to ensure you are able to attend.

Trunk or Treat Registration!

A Note from our Board of Directors

SJCA is forming an Enrollment Committee to support our admissions and parish engagement efforts. We are seeking dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our school community and eager to assist with admissions-related initiatives, outreach, and growing our SJCA community.

Members of Kenosha parishes are especially encouraged to apply, as parish engagement will be an important focus of this committee.

If you are interested in sharing your time and talents to help grow and strengthen our Academy community, please apply online.  For more information, please reach out to Joe Mariani at jmariani@gmail.com.

I said it last week, and I’ll say it again — what another incredible week it has been here at the Lower Campus. Not only was the air buzzing with Homecoming excitement, but there was a sense of joy and unity that radiated throughout our building. From classroom activities to hallway cheers and spirit our students brought Homecoming to life in such a special way. We had so many students bring in candy to support our candy collection, and ended up with a multi classroom tie. As a result, I have decided to give THE ENTIRE LOWER CAMPUS A FREE DRESS DAY on Monday!

We ended the week with one of my favorite traditions — a blessing of the animals in honor of the Feast of St. Francis. Father Jose Mario led us in prayer as students held tightly to their stuffed animals, and it was a beautiful moment of reverence, laughter, and love. These gentle reminders of God’s creation and care are exactly t e kind of moments that ground us in faith and community. Many photos of our week were shared on social media, and a few additional blog exclusives can be found below.

As we head into a busy October, I want to remind all families to be sure you’re checking the blog and newsletter each week. Grandparents Day is just around the corner — RSVPs are essential, and you’ll find the form linked throughout this post. From family events to faith formation, October is full of opportunities to come together. Let’s make the most of it.

Grandparent/Special Person Day: Wednesday, October 8th

One of the most memorable days here at the Lower Campus, and I am thrilled to expeirence it with all of you this time around includes A reception in the GYM - students will come to the gym to visit with their grandparent/special guest, A classsroom visit, and then class as a whole campus. Due to the size of our student population, we will be splitting the reception and classroom visits into two shifts.

Everyone will check in at 8:00 using either Door 3 or Door 7.

GROUP A: All preschool through 2nd grade students, along with any siblings in grade students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade.

8:15 - 8:40 Principal welcome and reception

8:40 - 8:50 Travel from gym to classroom

8:50 - 9:20 Classroom visits

9:20 - 9:30 Travel to church

GROUP B: 3rd grade - 5th grade with NO younger siblings.

8:15 - 8:40 Visit classrooms

8:40 - 8:50 Travel from classrooms to gym

8:50 - 9:20 Principal welcome and reception

9:20 - 9:30 Travel to church

9:30-10:30 Mass for everyone in the church.

10:30 concludes of the event. Students will go back to their classrooms with teachers.

Important event details:

1. There are no elevators in the building! If a special guest is unable to do stairs, they are welcome to stay in the gym during both receptions. The gym to the church requires no stairs.

2. Grandparents are welcome to take home grandchildren by signing them out at the office before departing.

3. For safety and planning purposes, we will need ALL guests to RSVP. Please click here to submit for your family. Guests will not be granted access without submission. Deadline is October 5th!

   
   

For a printable version of this information please see the flier below.

Chess Scholars Returns!

Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity.

Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.

Schedule: 9 Tuesdays, October 21st - December 16th, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

To sign up, please visit https://www.learningmeansfun.com/signup. You will need to enter the course code SJC10.21.25 to register. Please register by 10pm PST on 10/13 for the early bird price of $141.75. If you have difficulty registering, please contact Afterschool Enrichment Solutions at 847-482-9999 or registration@learningmeansfun.com

FUNdraising for PA: Family Night at Thompson Farm!

Simply Spoken Speech Services

We are pleased to partner with Simply Spoken Therapy in Kenosha to support students who may be interested in or in need of an evaluation. Please see the information below for details.

Parent Association Information

This section is dedicated to news from our Lower Campus Parent Association. Take a moment to check out upcoming volunteer opportunities, a few important reminders, and why your support of their efforts makes a meaningful difference in our school community.

TRUNK OR TREAT: All participants must be Safeguarded! Please use this like to register. The process can take time after completion of the class, so please complete with ample time to ensure you are able to attend.

Trunk or Treat Registration!

A Note from our Board of Directors....

SJCA is forming an Enrollment Committee to support our admissions and parish engagement efforts. We are seeking dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our school community and eager to assist with admissions-related initiatives, outreach, and growing our SJCA community.

Members of Kenosha parishes are especially encouraged to apply, as parish engagement will be an important focus of this committee.

If you are interested in sharing your time and talents to help grow and strengthen our Academy community, please apply online.  For more information, please reach out to Joe Mariani at jmariani@gmail.com.

What another incredible week it has been here at the Lower Campus. I’m thrilled to share photos of our first Be Not Afraid Award recipients—students who are showing faith-filled courage in beautiful ways.

One teacher shared that they selected their student for bravely forging a new friendship earlier in the day, and later in prayer, thanking Jesus for helping them be a good friend. Another staff member shared that their recipient came in one morning, walked right up to her, and said they couldn’t wait to hear the next part of her story about Noah and all the water.

NEW UPDATES FOR NEXT WEEK: To mark the start of the MLB playoffs, and the Brew Crew holding the top spot, our students are invited to a baseball-themed dress down day this Tuesday! Wear any team baseball/softball jersey or a top in your favorite team color, and any bottoms and help us celebrate the postseason fun together.

In honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi on Saturday, October 4th, Father Jose Mario will offer a special Blessing of Animals for our students. To participate, all students are invited to bring ONE small stuffed animal to school this Friday to be blessed. Please make sure it can comfortably fit inside a backpack, no oversized or giant plush toys, please!

SJCA Homecoming 2025

We’re glowing with excitement for Homecoming! This year’s Homecoming GlowCo 2025 will be full of fun and festivities planned for students, alumni, and our entire Lancer community. Check out all the details here.

Most important highlights for LC families:

• Wear spiritwear Thursday and Friday, October 2nd and 3rd.

• SJCA PA is asking for candy donations for the parade and I wanted to sweeten the deal. The classroom that collects the most candy will receive a dress down day from me.

• Our very own Mr. Connolly is the head coach of the varsity soccer team, and we’d love to show him our support! Join us at 4:00 PM at Ameche Field, immediately following the parade—to cheer on our beloved gym teacher as he leads his team to victory.

FUNdraising for the LC: Texas Roadhouse Night!

Come for an evening of FUNdraising. Carry out and IN-STORE gift cards counts as well! Grab one for a future outing and you'll still be contributing to our FUNdraising efforts. Please share by printing or simply showing your phone with this picture.

October Lunch Menu

Chess Scholars Returns!

Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity.

Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.

Schedule: 9 Tuesdays, October 21st - December 16th, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

To sign up, please visit https://www.learningmeansfun.com/signup. You will need to enter the course code SJC10.21.25 to register. Please register by 10pm PST on 10/13 for the early bird price of $141.75. If you have difficulty registering, please contact Afterschool Enrichment Solutions at 847-482-9999 or registration@learningmeansfun.com

Grandparent/Special Person Day: Wednesday, October 8th

One of the most memorable days here at the Lower Campus, and I am thrilled to expeirence it with all of you this time around includes A reception in the GYM - students will come to the gym to visit with their grandparent/special guest, A classsroom visit, and then class as a whole campus. Due to the size of our student population, we will be splitting the reception and classroom visits into two shifts.

Everyone will check in at 8:00 using either Door 3 or Door 7.

GROUP A: All preschool through 2nd grade students, along with any siblings in grade students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade.

8:15 - 8:40 Principal welcome and reception

8:40 - 8:50 Travel from gym to classroom

8:50 - 9:20 Classroom visits

9:20 - 9:30 Travel to church

GROUP B: 3rd grade - 5th grade with NO younger siblings.

8:15 - 8:40 Visit classrooms

8:40 - 8:50 Travel from classrooms to gym

8:50 - 9:20 Principal welcome and reception

9:20 - 9:30 Travel to church

9:30-10:30 Mass for everyone in the church.

10:30 concludes of the event. Students will go back to their classrooms with teachers.

Important event details:

1. There are no elevators in the building! If a special guest is unable to do stairs, they are welcome to stay in the gym during both receptions. The gym to the church requires no stairs.

2. Grandparents are welcome to take home grandchildren by signing them out at the office before departing.

3. For safety and planning purposes, we will need ALL guests to RSVP. Please click here to submit for your family. Guests will not be granted access without submission. Deadline is October 5th!

   
   

For a printable version of this information please see the flier below.

FUNdraising for PA: Family Night at Thompson Farm!

Simply Spoken Speech Services

We are pleased to partner with Simply Spoken Therapy in Kenosha to support students who may be interested in or in need of an evaluation. Please see the information below for details.

Parent Association Information

This section is dedicated to news from our Lower Campus Parent Association. Take a moment to check out upcoming volunteer opportunities, a few important reminders, and why your support of their efforts makes a meaningful difference in our school community.

SJCA is forming an Enrollment Committee to support our admissions and parish engagement efforts. We are seeking dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our school community and eager to assist with admissions-related initiatives, outreach, and growing our SJCA community.

Members of Kenosha parishes are especially encouraged to apply, as parish engagement will be an important focus of this committee.

If you are interested in sharing your time and talents to help grow and strengthen our Academy community, please apply online.  For more information, please reach out to Joe Mariani at jmariani@gmail.com.

CORRECTION: Monday’s MAP Testing will be for grades first through fifth, not fifth only as detailed in the calendar section of the newsletter.

This week also marked the Monday Morning Assembly, where we honor Lancers who are truly embodying what it means to be a Lancer. Each week, we highlight a different aspect of our mission—Scholar, Leader, Steward—with awards that reflect both achievement and virtue. This is a new tradition where we gather to kick off each week with joy, unity, and the following recognitions.

• Saintly Scholar Award: Given to a student showing academic excellence or sincere academic effort. Whether they’re mastering new material or simply giving their best, these Lancers inspire others with their dedication to learning.

• Be Not Afraid Award: Reflecting our school-wide theme, this award honors students who show faith-filled courage—through reverent Mass behavior, participating in religion lessons, or stepping up to serve in ways that stretch them.

• Lancer Value Award: Each month, we focus on a Lancer Value such as kindness, respect, or integrity. This award recognizes students who live those values in their words and actions.

  
  

I know being a student-only assembly is new for our returning families, and I promise to share photos. You will find them on our Facebook pages and in this blog.

Above all, these moments remind us that we are not just a school—we are a body made up of many parts, beautifully diverse, uniquely gifted, and perfectly placed in this time and place. Each child, each family, is made in the image of God and belongs fully to our community. It is a gift to grow together in faith, in learning, and in love.

SJCA Theater presents Elf Jr.

We are excited to announce auditions for the winter show of Elf Jr. Show dates are December 12-14th. Auditions will be Wednesday September 24 at the Lower Campus from 2:00-3:00 pm.

What to expect if I am cast in the musical?There will be weekly rehearsals on Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 for the month of September and October. In November, they will follow the Tuesday and Thursday Middle School reheresal schedule at the Upper Campus.

In the month of December there can be no conflicts.  Attendance for all rehearsals in December is mandatory.

Important theater links:

• Elf Jr. Audition Sign Up - to sign up for auditions.

• Audition Sides - students are asked to sing a chorus and a verse of any song of their choice. They will be asked to select a line to prepare from the audition sides.

• Tentative rehearsal schedule

Questions can be directed to SJCA Theater Director, Shannon Robertson.

SJCA Homecoming 2025

We’re glowing with excitement for Homecoming! This year’s Homecoming GlowCo 2025 will be full of fun and festivities planned for students, alumni, and our entire Lancer community. Check out all the details here.

Most important highlights for LC families:

• Wear spiritwear Thursday and Friday, October 1st and 2nd.

• SJCA PA is asking for candy donations for the parade and I wanted to sweeten the deal. The classroom that collects the most candy will receive a dress down day from me.

Looking forward to seeing all of you at the weekend festivities!

FUNdraising for PA: Texas Roadhouse Night!

Come for an evening of FUNdraising towards the LC Parent Association. Carry out and IN-STORE gift cards counts as well! Grab one for a future outing and you'll still be contributing to our FUNdraising efforts.

FUNdraising for PA: Family Night at Thompson Farm!

Let's double down on that FUNdraising towards the LC Parent Association with some farm fun.

PARENT ASSOCIATION: Annual Meeting Dates

The LC PA has released their quarterly meeting dates. Hosted in the LC at Cafeteria at 6:30pm each evening.

• December 10, 2025

• February 11, 2026

• April 1, 2026

Homecoming Week, classroom parties, Grandparents' Day, Trunk or Treat, and so much more are on the horizon. We love having family members in our building to share in these experiences with us. In compliance with the Archdiocesian requirements, all volunteers must complete the Safeguarding process. Many of you many already be familiar, but I wanted to get this information out so that anyone who is interested in participating is eligible. Every Archdiocesian priest, deacon, parish or school staff member, teacher and lay minister that is employed by a parish or school and ANY VOLUNTEER working with minors is required to meet three requirements:

Click here to read all the requirements!

We are all tasked with participating in ensuring that every child is able to feel safe in our school and therefore maintain compliance with this process. If a family member has NOT completed each requirement, we will not grant them access to volunteer the event. To make this process easier, SJCA is hosting three upcoming Education Sessions. Click here to register; seats are limited and offered on a first come, first serve basis.

• Wednesday, Sept. 17th at 3:30pm 

• Wednesday, Oct. 1st at 4:30pm

• Friday, Oct. 24th at 5:30pm

PARENT ASSOCIATION: Annual Meeting Dates

The LC PA has released their quarterly meeting dates. Hosted in the LC at Cafeteria at 6:30pm each evening.

• September 17, 2025

• December 10, 2025

• February 11, 2026

• April 1, 2026

FUNdraising for PA: Texas Roadhouse Night!

Come for an evening of FUNdraising towards the LC Parent Association. Carry out and IN-STORE gift cards counts as well! Grab one for a future outing and you'll still be contributing to our FUNdraising efforts.

FUNdraising for PA: Thompson Farms!

Let's double down on that FUNdraising towards the LC Parent Association with some farm fun.

This week's blog content is much lighter, and what a welcomed repreive it is. On the blog this week I am highlighting a few "housekeeping" type items.

REMINDER: Picture Day - Monday, September 8th!

Come dressed in your uniform best, along with this form! Please wear your uniform best and be ready to SMILE! Order photos online mylifetouch.com and the code is EVTPZ43VP. Picture proofs will come home in the coming weeks with additional ordering information included.

Snack and Birthday Treats

To ensure we are setting ourselves up for the best possible academic day, we are strongly suggesting parents consider a healthy snack option, such as fresh fruit, veggies and dip,

granola bars, cheese, crackers, pretzels, goldfish, meat sticks, and water for proper hydration. Snacks such as candy, chocolates, chips, Taki's, snack cakes, donuts, gartorade/prime or any beverage flavor packet should all be saved for another time outside of school. Similarly, I ask you use the same mindset when selecting a birthday treat. These must be store bought in the original packaging, These treats will only be shared with the children and teacher in the classroom.

Spiritwear Fridays

Just a friendly reminder, every Friday students may chose to where any SJCA logoed top, and any bottoms. Sweats, jeans, shorts, etc. On Friday, you pick!

Hallow App

As you may already know, SJCA is now a proud partner school of the Hallow App. New to the academy this year, this is a program for all ages. From littles to high school, the Hallow app hosts age appropriate prayer challenges, saintly lullabies, daily Gospel, and so much more. All Lower Campus students will need a signed consent by September 12th. Hallow accounts are able to be active on up to 5 devices, so families will be able to use their students' school emails to enjoy the app.

LINK for electronic submission!