November 1-5

       

All Saints Day Mass

Grades 2-4 will be attending Mass with the parish on Monday, November 1 for All Saints Day. 

Book Orders - Update

We received notification that Scholastic Book orders should be arriving in early November.

Science

2nd and 4th grades - Science test will be on November 4. 

4th Grade 

Cubbies have been hung outside the door of the 4th grade classroom!  This will be helpful as we approach the cold weather season with hats, mittens & snow pants.

Upcoming Library Dates

Always return every library book to school on or before library days.  Students can renew books at the library.

Tuesday, November 2 - Grade 2

Tuesday, November 9 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, November 16 - Grade 2

Tuesday, November 23 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, November 5

End of 1st Quarter

Tuesday, November 9

Picture Retake Day

Thursday, November 11

4th Graders lead Mass

Friday, November 12

Report cards go home

Thursday, November 18

3rd Graders lead Mass

Thursday, November 25 & Friday, November 26

No School - Thanksgiving Break

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Dear 2nd Grade Parents,

Second grade is such a milestone year for your children!  This year your children will receive both the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.  

Student lessons consist of two essential parts.  First, the students will be taught and prepared for these sacraments on an ongoing basis throughout the year by Mrs. Van Helvoirt within the day-to-day classroom setting.  Second, students in all Green Bay Diocese Catholic Schools also participate in their local parish lessons/activities.

Therefore, please watch for communications pertaining to parish activities from Mrs. Anne Stemper, Parish Discipleship Formation Coordinator. Please contact her at stclarefaith@stclareagw.org if you have any questions or conflicts.

Mrs. Stemper shared the following dates with us.  We will leave this information posted on this blog for your reference. 

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Saturday, February 26 ~ 9:00-11:00 AM

First Reconciliation Retreat for students and parents at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

Thursday, March 3 ~ 6:00 PM

Celebration of the Sacrament of First Reconciliation for parents and students at St. Clare church in Wrightstown

Friday, March 25 ~ 5:30-7:30 PM

First Eucharist Retreat Part 1 - "Bread Feast" for parents and students in the basement of the parish office building in Greenleaf

March 26 & 27 Weekend Masses

Continuation of "Bread Feast" - "Bread Sharing Weekend" for all families at all masses

Wednesday, April 27 ~ 6:15-7:30 PM (The mailing from Mrs. Stemper states, "AM," but it should read, "PM.")

First Eucharist Retreat Part 2 - "Taste & See" for parents and students at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

April 30 & May 1 Weekend Masses

Celebration of First Holy Communion

October 25 - 29

      

Halloween Party

Thank you for signing up to bring items for our Halloween party on Friday, October 29. Teachers will allow time for students to change into costumes after lunch. Please ensure that your child's costume is school appropriate (no weapons, blood, etc.)

Book Orders

Scholastic Book Club is experiencing delays in shipping.  We are still waiting to receive all September book orders.

Science

3rd grade will have their science test on October 28.

2nd and 4th grades science test will be on November 4. 

Math - Grade 2

The 2nd graders have been reviewing telling time to the hour and half hour and are beginning to tell time to the 5 minutes.  Since this is such a real world application that can be used in every day life immediately after learning the material and it builds such awesome confidence in each child!  It is incredibly beneficial if parents practice this newly taught skill with their children using analog clocks at home as well.  This is an area that I've traditionally sought assistance from parents (even 20+ years ago when I taught 2nd grade for several years) and parents have always stepped up and it certainly shows in the classroom!  Thank you, in advance, for your assistance!  A team approach is always best!

Upcoming Library Dates

Always return every library book to school on or before library days.  Students can renew books at the library.

Tuesday, October 26 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, November 2 - Grade 2

Tuesday, November 9 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, November 16 - Grade 2

Tuesday, November 23 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, November 9

Picture Retake Day

Tuesday, November 5

End of 1st Quarter

Friday, November 12

Report cards go home

Thursday, November 25 & Friday, November 26

No School - Thanksgiving Break

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Dear 2nd Grade Parents,

Second grade is such a milestone year for your children!  This year your children will receive both the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.  

Student lessons consist of two essential parts.  First, the students will be taught and prepared for these sacraments on an ongoing basis throughout the year by Mrs. Van Helvoirt within the day-to-day classroom setting.  Second, students in all Green Bay Diocese Catholic Schools also participate in their local parish lessons/activities.

Therefore, please watch for communications pertaining to parish activities from Mrs. Anne Stemper, Parish Discipleship Formation Coordinator. Please contact her at stclarefaith@stclareagw.org if you have any questions or conflicts.

Mrs. Stemper shared the following dates with us.  We will leave this information posted on this blog for your reference. 

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Saturday, February 26 ~ 9:00-11:00 AM

First Reconciliation Retreat for students and parents at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

Thursday, March 3 ~ 6:00 PM

Celebration of the Sacrament of First Reconciliation for parents and students at St. Clare church in Wrightstown

Friday, March 25 ~ 5:30-7:30 PM

First Eucharist Retreat Part 1 - "Bread Feast" for parents and students in the basement of the parish office building in Greenleaf

March 26 & 27 Weekend Masses

Continuation of "Bread Feast" - "Bread Sharing Weekend" for all families at all masses

Wednesday, April 27 ~ 6:15-7:30 PM (The mailing from Mrs. Stemper states, "AM," but it should read, "PM.")

First Eucharist Retreat Part 2 - "Taste & See" for parents and students at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

April 30 & May 1 Weekend Masses

Celebration of First Holy Communion

October 18 - 22

     

Halloween Sign Up Genius

Please click on the link to sign up for snacks and drinks.  Thank you in advance!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0448AEAE2EA4FA7-halloween

Religion

At parent teacher conferences, parents of students in grade 2 (and any new students) will receive a booklet with the words to the grade level prayers, as determined by the Diocese of Green Bay.

Book Orders

Scholastic Book Club is experiencing delays in shipping.  We are still waiting to receive all September book orders.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Thank you for signing up for our upcoming parent teacher conferences.  We look forward to meeting with you!  Please note that we will be meeting in the 3rd grade classroom.

Social Studies - Grades 3 & 4

Students will have a social studies test on the following date:

Grade 3 - October 21

Grade 4 - October 19

Upcoming Library Dates

Always return every library book to school on or before library days.  Students can renew books at the library.

Tuesday, October 19 - Grade 2

Tuesday, October 26 - Grades 3 & 4

Monday, October 12-20

Feasting For Funds gift cards will be sold for Just Stop In (See family folder for the order form.)

Tuesday, October 19 & Thursday, October 21

Parent-Teacher Conferences (See SignUp Genius)

Friday, October 22

No School

Friday, October 29

Students in grades 2-4 will have classes as usual in the morning with Halloween activities in the afternoon. Teachers will allow time for students to change into costumes. Please ensure that your child's costume is school appropriate (no weapons, blood, etc.) (See SignUp Genius above.)

Tuesday, November 9

Picture Retake Day

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Dear 2nd Grade Parents,

Second grade is such a milestone year for your children!  This year your children will receive both the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.  

Student lessons consist of two essential parts.  First, the students will be taught and prepared for these sacraments on an ongoing basis throughout the year by Mrs. Van Helvoirt within the day-to-day classroom setting.  Second, students in all Green Bay Diocese Catholic Schools also participate in their local parish lessons/activities.

Therefore, please watch for communications pertaining to parish activities from Mrs. Anne Stemper, Parish Discipleship Formation Coordinator. Please contact her at stclarefaith@stclareagw.org if you have any questions or conflicts.

Mrs. Stemper shared the following dates with us.  We will leave this information posted on this blog for your reference. 

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Saturday, February 26 ~ 9:00-11:00 AM

First Reconciliation Retreat for students and parents at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

Thursday, March 3 ~ 6:00 PM

Celebration of the Sacrament of First Reconciliation for parents and students at St. Clare church in Wrightstown

Friday, March 25 ~ 5:30-7:30 PM

First Eucharist Retreat Part 1 - "Bread Feast" for parents and students in the basement of the parish office building in Greenleaf

March 26 & 27 Weekend Masses

Continuation of "Bread Feast" - "Bread Sharing Weekend" for all families at all masses

Wednesday, April 27 ~ 6:15-7:30 PM (The mailing from Mrs. Stemper states, "AM," but it should read, "PM.")

First Eucharist Retreat Part 2 - "Taste & See" for parents and students at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

April 30 & May 1 Weekend Masses

Celebration of First Holy Communion

Week of October 11-15

     

Monday is Picture Day!

Feel free to send a change of clothes for after photos.

Wednesday-Bring a Rosary to School

Your child is welcome to bring a rosary to school in a baggie with his/her name on it. They can bring the rosary to school before the 13th if they'd like.

Mid-Quarter Report - Grades 2-4

We are midway through the first quarter.  On Monday, all students will be bringing home a handout of his/her current grades.  Please sign and return the bottom portion of the report.  For a detailed list of grades, please refer to PowerSchool.  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!

Social Studies - Grades 4

Use your study guide to prepare for the social studies test on 10/19. 

Music - Message from Mr. Wallace

Hello Parents/Guardians!

Now that I am finally in a groove with bouncing between schools, I wanted to send out a fall newsletter to all of you. Music has been great with the students so far and we're diving into Christmas music already - Crazy! They bring energy and passion every day and we're making lots of noise. I wanted to share with you some notes for the fall and give any of you an opportunity to reach out to me with any questions.

kwallace@stclareagw.org

3rd/4th Grade - Recorders:

If your student is in 3rd or 4th grade, we will be learning recorders this fall/winter and they will need to bring their recorder or obtain one if they do not have one.  I have school ones that they can rent for $5 for the year and the $5 will go towards our music budget.

Cursive - Grades 3 & 4

Going forward, Mrs. Bartosch will be teaching cursive to the 3rd grade class.  Mrs. Van Helvoirt will continue to review cursive with 4th grade.  The 4th graders will be using cursive more in their everyday classwork as well as their homework.

Upcoming Library Dates

Always return every library book to school on or before library days.  Students can renew books at the library.

Tuesday, October 12 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, October 19 - Grade 2

Tuesday, October 26 - Grades 3 & 4

Monday, October 12-20

Feasting For Funds gift cards will be sold for Just Stop In (See family folder for the order form.)

Tuesday, October 19 & Thursday, October 21

Parent-Teacher Conferences (See SignUp Genius)

Friday, October 22

No School

Friday, October 29

Students in grades 2-4 will have classes as usual in the morning with Halloween activities in the afternoon. Teachers will allow time for students to change into costumes. Please ensure that your child's costume is school appropriate (no weapons, blood, etc.) Watch for a SignUp Genius if you are interested in donating a drink or snack item.

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Dear 2nd Grade Parents,

Second grade is such a milestone year for your children!  This year your children will receive both the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.  

Student lessons consist of two essential parts.  First, the students will be taught and prepared for these sacraments on an ongoing basis throughout the year by Mrs. Van Helvoirt within the day-to-day classroom setting.  Second, students in all Green Bay Diocese Catholic Schools also participate in their local parish lessons/activities.

Therefore, please watch for communications pertaining to parish activities from Mrs. Anne Stemper, Parish Discipleship Formation Coordinator. Please contact her at stclarefaith@stclareagw.org if you have any questions or conflicts.

Mrs. Stemper shared the following dates with us.  We will leave this information posted on this blog for your reference. 

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Saturday, February 26 ~ 9:00-11:00 AM

First Reconciliation Retreat for students and parents at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

Thursday, March 3 ~ 6:00 PM

Celebration of the Sacrament of First Reconciliation for parents and students at St. Clare church in Wrightstown

Friday, March 25 ~ 5:30-7:30 PM

First Eucharist Retreat Part 1 - "Bread Feast" for parents and students in the basement of the parish office building in Greenleaf

March 26 & 27 Weekend Masses

Continuation of "Bread Feast" - "Bread Sharing Weekend" for all families at all masses

Wednesday, April 27 ~ 6:15-7:30 PM (The mailing from Mrs. Stemper states, "AM," but it should read, "PM.")

First Eucharist Retreat Part 2 - "Taste & See" for parents and students at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

April 30 & May 1 Weekend Masses

Celebration of First Holy Communion

Week of October 4 - 8

    

Social Studies - Grades 2 & 3

Grade 2 - Continue to study for the upcoming social studies test on 10/8. 

Grade 3 - Continue to study for the 50 States Competition on 10/8.

Recorders - 3rd & 4th Grades

Just a reminder to have your 3rd/4th grader keep his/her recorder inside of his/her backpack on a daily basis.   

MAP Testing

All students have completed their Math and Reading MAP testing which concludes our Fall MAP testing session for grades 2-4.  Data will be shared with parents at our October Parent-Teacher Conferences. 

Upcoming Library Dates

Always return every library book to school on or before library days.  Students can renew books at the library.

Tuesday, October 5 - Grade 2

Tuesday, October 12 - Grades 3 & 4

Tuesday, October 19 - Grade 2

Tuesday, October 26 - Grades 3 & 4

Monday, October 11

Picture Day 

Monday, October 12-20

Feasting For Funds gift cards will be sold for Just Stop In (See family folder for the order form.)

Wednesday, October 13

Schoolwide Rosary at 9am

*Your child is welcome to bring a rosary to school in a baggie with his/her name on it. 

Tuesday, October 19 & Thursday, October 21

Parent-Teacher Conferences (Watch for a SignUp Genius)

Friday, October 22

No School

Friday, October 29

Students in grades 2-4 will have classes as usual in the morning with Halloween activities in the afternoon. Teachers will allow time for students to change into costumes. Watch for a SignUp Genius if you are interested in donating a drink or snack item.

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Dear 2nd Grade Parents,

Second grade is such a milestone year for your children!  This year your children will receive both the Sacrament of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.  

Student lessons consist of two essential parts.  First, the students will be taught and prepared for these sacraments on an ongoing basis throughout the year by Mrs. Van Helvoirt within the day-to-day classroom setting.  Second, students in all Green Bay Diocese Catholic Schools also participate in their local parish lessons/activities.

Therefore, please watch for communications pertaining to parish activities from Mrs. Anne Stemper, Parish Discipleship Formation Coordinator. Please contact her at stclarefaith@stclareagw.org if you have any questions or conflicts.

Mrs. Stemper shared the following dates with us.  We will leave this information posted on this blog for your reference. 

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch, and Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Saturday, February 26 ~ 9:00-11:00 AM

First Reconciliation Retreat for students and parents at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

Thursday, March 3 ~ 6:00 PM

Celebration of the Sacrament of First Reconciliation for parents and students at St. Clare church in Wrightstown

Friday, March 25 ~ 5:30-7:30 PM

First Eucharist Retreat Part 1 - "Bread Feast" for parents and students in the basement of the parish office building in Greenleaf

March 26 & 27 Weekend Masses

Continuation of "Bread Feast" - "Bread Sharing Weekend" for all families at all masses

Wednesday, April 27 ~ 6:15-7:30 PM (The mailing from Mrs. Stemper states, "AM," but it should read, "PM.")

First Eucharist Retreat Part 2 - "Taste & See" for parents and students at St. Clare church basement in Wrightstown

April 30 & May 1 Weekend Masses

Celebration of First Holy Communion

Week of September 27-October 1

   

Reminder About Sunday, September 26!

Please pick up any Take & Bake King Pin pizza orders on Sunday.  See information on the flyer.

Music - 3rd & 4th Grades

We've been told that the 3rd & 4th graders will begin using recorders this coming week.  If your child has a recorder at home, please have your child keep it in his/her backpack daily so that if it is needed at school OR home, it is with your child.  Mr. Wallace said that if your child does not yet have a recorder, he will work something out with the student so that they can borrow one.  He also said that he will be sending an email so be sure to watch for that. 

Mass - 4th Grade

The 4th grade students will lead the congregation in the celebration of the Mass on Thursday, September 30.  Mass parts were sent home on Thursday, September 23.  Please help your child practice over the next week.  Your child's copy does not need to be returned to school as I will have another copy of it.

 

Tuesday, September 28

Grades 3 & 4 will walk to the library.

Thursday, September 30

4th Grade leads Mass (Parents are welcome to sit in the back half of church.)

Monday, October 11

Picture Day 

Wednesday, October 13

Schoolwide Rosary at 9am

Tuesday, October 19 & Thursday, October 21

Parent-Teacher Conferences (Watch for a Sign Up Genius)

Friday, October 22

No School

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt

September 20-24

  

Library

• 2nd grade will walk to the library on Tuesday, September 21.
• 3rd & 4th grades will go on Tuesday September 28.

Typically, this pattern of going to the library every other Tuesday will continue in our cohort. 

 

Thursday, September 23

• Book orders due.  Please place any book orders online.  Teacher codes are found on this blog. (See tabs at top.)
• Pizza order forms are due on this day as well!

Friday, September 24

No School / Teacher Inservice

SUNDAY, September 26

Pick up date for Take 'n Bake Pizza Fundraiser 

Thursday, September 30

4th Grade leads Mass (Parents are welcome to sit in the back half of church.)

Monday, October 11

Picture Day (Watch for more information coming.)

Tuesday, October 19 & Thursday, October 21

Parent-Teacher Conferences (Watch for a Sign Up Genius)

Friday, October 22

No School

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Information for Virtual Learning (Sept.13-14)

 9/10/21

Dear 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grade Parents,

As you know, grades 2-4 (and 5-6) will be staying home from school on Monday, September 13, and Tuesday, September 14.

Since this quarantine period consists of only 2 instructional days, students will need to refer to their grade-level virtual assignment sheet below which will be filled in by noon on Monday.

• Grade 2

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cNFNO7aMPGAaNfJHv9XalbLvF0q2iZfOOHAjX0G3xHQ/edit?usp=sharing 

• Grade 3

https://docs.google.com/document/d/163hBpnx5zm-C21QaCnbg5OGKU6leMzLqxpKcuftMYoE/edit?usp=sharing 

• Grade 4 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kQcoJoLe737wpF6YsheV5yX_IbgZ5wKiGOKPtKfy3MQ/edit?usp=sharing 

Additionally, some instructional materials were sent home on Friday.  Given the late notice, we did our best to compile a small packet for each student.  (It is the stapled set of papers with a yellow slip attached.)

Thank you for your understanding and support~

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Week of September 13-17

     

Math

All grades - Parents, if you see this stamp (pictured below) on your child's paper, your child should make the necessary corrections on his/her paper and return it to school.  Sometimes, a student will have errors, but I will not stamp the paper.  It will depend on the nature of the error, the grade level standards, and if it would be most beneficial to correct the mistake(s).

3rd & 4th Grades - The school has recently purchased multiplication flashcards for in-school use.  However, if you wish to purchase a quality set for use at home, I would recommend the following:  Multiplication Flashcards from Amazon  (These are $12.)

Library Cards & Masks (Reminder)

We will soon be walking to the library so if your child does not have a library card at school please send one. (They will be returned at the end of the year.)  When we walk to the library, masks will be required.  We suggest keeping one in a baggie in your child's backpack.

Gym Shoes(Reminder)

Students are required to wear tennis shoes/sneakers for gym class.  If the shoes that your child wears to school that day are already tennis shoes, they do not need to change.  If, however, your child wears other shoes to school on a gym day, please send a separate pair for gym class.

 

September 6

No School - Labor Day

September 11

September 11's server training will be in Greenleaf from 9:00-10:00 AM. Contact Theresa Reynders for more information at treynders@stclareagw.org.

September 13-17

Homecoming Week! Optional dress up days:

Mon. Sept. 13 - 50’s

Tues., Sept. 14 - 70’s

Wed., Sept. 15 - 80’s

Thurs., Sept. 16 - 90’s

Fri., Sept 17 - GAME DAY!

Wear Wrightstown Apparel (or blue & white)

September 23

Book orders due.  Please place any book orders online.  Teacher codes are found on this blog. (See tabs at top.)

September 26

Pick up date for Take 'n Bake Pizza Fundraiser (See flyer in latest Tuesday Family Folder.)

September 30

4th Grade leads Mass (Parents welcome to sit in the back half of church.)

Monday, October 11

Picture Day (Watch for more information coming.)

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt

Week of September 7-10

    

Library Cards & Masks

While we do not know yet if we will be walking to the library, let's begin preparing and hoping for the best.  If you have a library card at home for your child, please send it to school.  (They will be returned at the end of the year.)  If/when we are able to walk to the library, masks will be required.  We suggest keeping one in a baggie in your child's backpack.

Gym Shoes

Students are required to wear tennis shoes/sneakers for gym class.  If the shoes that your child wears to school that day are already tennis shoes, they do not need to change.  If, however, your child wears other shoes to school on a gym day, please send a separate pair for gym class.

Grades 3 & 4 - Notebook for Music Class

Mr. Wallace would like the 3rd & 4th graders to bring a wide ruled notebook to school for music class.  Please send one to school when you get a chance.

 

September 6

No School - Labor Day

September 8 & September 11

If your child in grades 4 or up is interested in learning to be a server at weekend and school Masses, please contact Theresa Reynders at treynders@stclareagw.org.  There will be server training on two dates and those interested are asked to attend one. September 8's training will be in Wrightstown from 3:30-4:30.  September 11's training will be in Greenleaf from 9:00-10:00 AM.

September 13-17

Homecoming Week (Optional dress up days. Watch for details.)

Thursday, September 23

Book orders due.  Please place any book orders online.  Teacher codes are found on this blog. (See tabs at top.)

September 26

Pick up date for Take 'n Bake Pizza Fundraiser (Watch for more information in the Family Folder)

September 30

4th Grade leads Mass (Parents welcome to sit in the back half of church.)

Monday, October 11

Picture Day (Watch for more information coming.)

Blessings,

Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt