Weekly Update
September 29, 2023
- September 29: Homecoming Game in Spencer at 7:00pm vs. Nekoosa
- September 30: Homecoming Dance for 9th-12th grade
- October 3-4: Scotty's Dine to Donate
- October 4: Mass for SJBP
- October 4: Heavy Metal Tour - 8th Grade
- October 4-5: Senior Retreat
- October 5: Progress Reports go home in backpacks for SJBP
- October 5: Mass for OLPI and Columbus
- October 5: 5K classes visit Rock Ridge Orchard
- October 6: NO SCHOOL - TEACHER INSERVICE
- October 8: National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
- For more events, view our online calendar
october menu
Here is the lunch menu for October: CLICK HERE
NEEDS CLOSET DONATIONS NEEDED
Below is a listing of items we need for our Needs Closet. Will you help? You can drop off donations at the location that is making the request.
- Our Lady of Peace Intermediate: individual packages of goldfish and hair bands
- Columbus: Individual packs of applesauce, individual packs of Cheez-Its, individual packs of Teddy Grahams, individual packs of Belvita Breakfast Biscuits, individually wrapped string cheese, individual packs of pretzels.
please take our marketing survey
We are asking for your help and input to create a new informational video for Columbus and get your feedback on some of our marketing efforts. Click here for more information and to fill out our survey!
Winter Dress Code
Monday is the start of the Winter Dress Code. No more shorts are allowed at SJBP and OLPI.
Upcoming Events
- 5K students visit Rock Ridge Orchard on Oct. 5
- Progress Reports go home in backpacks on Oct. 5
- Parent Teacher Conferences Oct. 16-17, 3-6pm
- Grandparents Day Oct. 18 & 19, 2023
- Book Fair Oct. 16-20
- Trunk-or-Treat is Oct. 26, 4:30-6:00pm at the OLP Parking Lot
Winter Dress Code
Monday is the start of the Winter Dress Code. No more shorts are allowed at SJBP and OLPI.
trunk or treat
Trunk-or-Treat will be October 26th, 4:30 to 6:00, in the OLP parking lot. Parents who wish to participate should line up in the parking lot behind the church and be ready to hand out treats by 4:30pm
OLPI Parent-Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 2nd from 3:00 -7:00 PM
Heavy Metal Tour
Our 8th-grade students will participate Wednesday in the Heavy Metal Tour sponsored by Mid-State Technical College and CWIMA. This event gives 8th-grade students the opportunity to learn more about manufacturing careers in the area by visiting local employers.
Senior Retreat
The Senior Retreat to Mt. Tabor Retreat Center in Menasha will be on 10/4 and 10/5.
Progress Reports
Progress Reports were sent out on 9/27. Parents and students can check their grades using the family portal on FACTS. FACTS allows parents the ability to see a student’s grade and how he/she has done on all graded assignments or see if there are any missing assignments. You can find the app for Apple or Android at https://a3a.me/columbuscatholicschools. Once you go to the link, click on the Apple or Android icon, create a profile, and you are ready to go! You will be required to sign in to your account as if you are signing in to Family Portal every 30 days. Our district code is MACS-WI.
VARSITY ATHLETIC RESULTS FROM THE WEEK
Thursday, September 21, 2023
- Tennis traveled to Rhinelander for the GNC Meet and finished in 6th place. Maria-Laura Garcia won No. 2 Singles and Akosua Yeboah took 4th in No. 1 Singles
- Varsity Soccer defeated Amherst High School 5-2
- Varsity Volleyball defeated Neillsville 3-0, and Izzy Hoglund recorded her 1,000th career dig!
Friday, September 22, 2023
- SC Football fell to Amherst at Spencer High School
Saturday, September 23, 2023
- Our Varsity Volleyball Team took 2nd place at the Medford Invitational
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
- Cross Country competed in Edgar. Girls took 3rd place with Abby Wojcik taking 4th in individuals and Sam Casperson taking 15th. Boys took 8th place with Elijah Wolf taking 11th in individuals and Jackson Bernitt taking 22nd.
- Varsity Volleyball defeated Colby 3-0
Thursday, September 28, 2023
- Cross Country competed in Athens. Girls placed 11th overall with Abby Wojcik taking 28th in individuals and Sam Casperson taking 50th; and Boys took 9th overall with Isaac Scheer taking 1st in individuals and Nathan Scheer taking 9th.
- The Varsity Soccer Team defeated Gresham 10-0
- Varsity Volleyball defeated Greenwood 3-0
Upcoming Varsity Sports
Friday, September 29, 2023
- SC Football takes on Nekoosa during our Homecoming Game (7:00pm)
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
- The Varsity Soccer Team takes on Northland Lutheran at Greise Park at 5:00pm in this game rescheduled from Sept. 25.
- Cross Country attends the Auburndale Meet at 4:15pm
- The Tennis Team travels compete in Regionals at the John and Fay Menard YMCA Tennis Center in Eau Claire
- Varsity Volleyball travels to Spencer for an away game at 7:15pm
Thursday, October 5, 2023
- The Varsity Soccer Team takes on Pacelli at Greise Park at 4:30pm
- Varsity Volleyball has a home match against Gilman at 7:15pm
- The Tennis Team participates in the WIAA Sectional Championship at the John and Fay Menard YMCA Tennis Center in Eau Claire
Friday, October 6, 2023
- SC Football travels to Manawa High School for a game at 7:00pm
Saturday, October 7, 2023
- Our Varsity Volleyball Team participates in the La Crosse Logan Invite at 8:00am
- Varsity Soccer will play Aquinas at 2:00pm at Griese Park
- Cross Country travels to Wisconsin Rapids for an Invitational
DINE TO DONATE
The next Scotty's Pizza & Chicken “Dine to Donate” is coming up on Oct. 3rd and 4th. Click here for more information.
Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary - Rosary Rally - Saturday, October 7, 2023
Please join us in praying the Rosary at 12:00Noon at St. John the Baptist Church, followed by Fr. Arturo speaking on Mary, Mother of the Eucharist. Hear personal testimonies on Eucharistic Adoration. Bring a dish to pass to St. John the Baptist School / Columbia Kitchen before going over to the church. A potluck lunch will be served in the Columbia room following the conclusion of the rosary/speakers. For more information, please refer to the flyer: CLICK HERE
Marshfield area Youth Ministry
Youth group will begin again next week on Wednesday, October 4th from 7:45pm to 8:30pm. Our theme is "The Search for Truth", and we will have ice cream at the end. If you have a fun/unusual ice cream topping that you like (bacon bits?) , you can bring that along and see if you can win any converts. :-)
High School Youth Group is open to grades 9-12. We will meet in the Francis Room of St. John the Baptist Primary School, or in alternative space in St. John's primary when needed. Please enter through the Francis room door on the west side of St. John's primary, it has a statue of St. Francis above the door.
We will meet typically on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays with some exceptions, here are the planned meetings. Please take a look at the meetings and we will revise it as necessary.
God Bless,
David Alcott
Director of Faith Formation
Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library
Click below to learn more about these activities:
- Calendar of events for October 2023
- Tuesdays at the Library Oct. 3 - Prehistoric Facts
- Tuesdays at the Library Oct. 10 - Ryan Sargent
- Tuesdays at the Library Oct. 17 - Disney Trivia
- Teen Library Council meeting on October 19
- Tuesdays at the Library Oct. 24 - Frankenstuffs
- Tuesdays at the Library Oct. 31 - Halloween Bingo
Best Snow Day
Children in 4K-6th grade can get snow pants, boots and winter pajamas! November 4, 2023, 10am - 4pm at 200 S. Lincoln Ave, Marshfield. View flyer for more information.
Chuck Hennes Memorial Brat Fry
This year the event will be Thursday, October 5, 2023. Proceeds will be used to support the Veterans Wall of Honor in Marshfield and to provide scholarships in Chuck’s name at Columbus Catholic High School. For more information, or to pre-order brats for yourself (or a group of brats for work, etc.), contact Tom Buttke at 715-897-1604.
Keep Kids Safe
KEEP (Kiwanis Enormous Equipment Playground) will be Saturday October 7, 2023, 10am – 4pm at the Marshfield Fairgrounds Park. Click here for more information:
Howl-oween at the Zoo
The third annual "Howl-oween" at the Zoo is coming up on Friday, October 6th and Saturday, October 7th. Join them for tricks and treats throughout the Zoo, food trucks, a pumpkin patch, a zoo store, and so much more! Watch Sarah, the Zoo manager, in the video below talk about the event.
Wildwood Zoo's Fall Hours
September 5 - October 31: 7:30am - 6:00pm
November 1 - March 31: 7:30am - 2:30pm
September 21, 2023
- September 22: Dress Down Day
- September 24: Deadline to order Spiritwear
- September 24-30: Homecoming Week
- September 26: Wisconsin Education Fair - 11th Grade
- September 27: Progress Reports are emailed for OLPI, CCMS & CCHS
- September 27: Mass Day for SJBP
- September 28: Mass Day for OLPI and Columbus
- September 29: Homecoming Game in Spencer at 7:00pm vs. Nekoosa
- September 30: Homecoming Dance for 9th-12th grade
- October 3-4: Scotty's Dine to Donate
- October 4: Heavy Metal Tour - 8th Grade
- October 4-5: Senior Retreat
- October 5: Progress Reports go home in backpacks for SJBP
- October 6: NO SCHOOL - TEACHER INSERVICE
- October 8: National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
- For more events, view our online calendar
NEEDS CLOSET DONATIONS NEEDED
Below is a listing of items we need for our Needs Closet. Will you help? You can drop off donations at the location that is making the request.
- Our Lady of Peace Intermediate: individual packages of goldfish and hair bands
- Columbus: Individual packs of applesauce, individual packs of Cheez-Its, individual packs of Teddy Grahams, individual packs of Belvita Breakfast Biscuits, individually wrapped string cheese, individual packs of pretzels.
please take our marketing survey
We are asking for your help and input to create a new informational video for Columbus and get your feedback on some of our marketing efforts. Click here for more information and to fill out our survey!
Dress Down Day
Students are invited to participate in the first dress-down day on Friday, September 22, with funds raised going to Casa Hogar. To join in, a $2.00 donation is requested, and they may choose to wear jeans (without holes or frays), athletic shorts, or sweatpants, along with tees, hoodies, crewneck sweatshirts, quarter-zip, or jersey with appropriate graphics (including non-CCS apparel). There are two payment options available. Students can either pay as they go by bringing their cash donations to their homeroom on the dress-down day or pay for the entire year using our payment link. It is important to note that homeroom teachers will not accept entire-year payments..
Tech ed projects wanted!
Do you have a small construction project you’ve always wanted done? A hunting blind? Chicken coop? Greenhouse? The Columbus Catholic High School Building and Construction Class is looking for projects and willing to make your custom-built item for only the cost of materials! It’s a win-win for everybody: you provide the materials and transport the project when it’s done; our Building and Construction Class gains knowledge they need on a real-world job. Please send your project idea to Mr. Hoernke by SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 at hoernke.lee@columbusdons.org
Columbus dons spiritwear
Our next group “Spiritwear” order with Hummingbird Apparel HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH. Be sure to get your order in! Please note: all the styles you see are available with BOTH logo options! https://columbusdons2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
free clothes!
Read this message from a mom who has free clothes to give away! CLICK HERE
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Upcoming Events
- Progress Reports go home in backpacks on Oct. 5
- Parent Teacher Conferences Oct. 16-17, 3-6pm
- Grandparents Day Oct. 18 & 19, 2023
- Book Fair Oct. 16-20
- Trunk-or-Treat is Oct. 26, 4:30-6:00pm at the OLP Parking Lot
free clothes!
Read this message from a mom who has free clothes to give away! CLICK HERE
trunk or treat
Trunk-or-Treat will be October 26th, 4:30 to 6:00, in the OLP parking lot. Parents who wish to participate should line up in the parking lot behind the church and be ready to hand out treats by 4:30pm
OLPI Parent-Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 2nd from 3:00 -7:00 PM
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Heavy Metal Tour
Our 8th-grade students will participate in the Heavy Metal Tour on October 4th, sponsored by Mid-State Technical College and CWIMA. This event gives 8th-grade students the opportunity to learn more about manufacturing careers in the area by visiting local employers.
Senior Retreat
The Senior Retreat to Mt. Tabor Retreat Center in Menasha will be on 10/4 and 10/5.
Wisconsin Education Fair
On September 26, the Junior class will attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids. At the fair, students will receive information and have the opportunity to converse with representatives from over 100 colleges, technical institutions, and military organizations.
Progress Reports
Progress Reports will be sent out on 9/27. Parents and students can check their grades using the family portal on FACTS. FACTS allows parents the ability to see a student’s grade and how he/she has done on all graded assignments or see if there are any missing assignments. You can find the FACTS Family App for Apple or Android https://aware3.net/shortcode/?code=columbuscatholicschools Once you go to the link, click on the Apple or Android icon, create a profile, and you are ready to go! You will be required to sign in to your account as if you are signing in to Family Portal every 30 days. Our district code is MACS-WI.
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL
Is your middle school student interested in Student Council? Click here to learn more, or contact Mrs. Paulick or Ms. Rayeske!
“Hollywood Homecoming” September 24-30:
- Events that are open to our parents/families to watch:
- Sunday, September 24 (All CCS families are welcome to watch)
- Powderpuff flag football @ 5:30 (back field)
- Lip Sync competition @ 7:00 (gym doors open at 6:30, cost is $1)
- Powerbuff volleyball right after the lip sync (in the gym)
- Friday, September 29 (CCHS parents are welcome to watch)
- Pep rally at 1:30 pm (gym)
- CCHS, CCMS, 5th grade, Spencer Football team will attend
- Pep rally at 1:30 pm (gym)
- Saturday, September 30 (open to CCS families/friends)
- Homecoming Court Coronation @ 9:30 pm, cost is $3/person
- Sunday, September 24 (All CCS families are welcome to watch)
- The sophomore class (advised by Mrs. Lossman and Mr. Jevaltas) will be planning and hosting the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 30. Attached are the guest form and dress code for the dance, as well as a helpful Dance Dress Code Do’s and Don’ts slide show for clarification. It is important to note that the dance dress code has not changed and was communicated at Prom last year as well as listed in the student handbook for this year.
Family support:
Our community offers opportunities for support of our families. Attached is a list of events occurring in the coming months.
Volunteer opportunities:
The HS Student Council and Mission Club will be volunteering at Rotary Winter Wonderland on November 29 this year, but there are many opportunities for our students and families to volunteer at this worthy cause! Here is the information to sign up for the main “Set Up Saturdays” (October 14th, 21st, and 28th from 8am-2pm). These hours would count toward the graduation requirement of 10 hours per year!
VARSITY ATHLETIC RESULTS FROM THE WEEK
Friday, September 15, 2023
- SC Football lost to Weyauwega-Fremont
- During the Nightfall Classic Cross Country Meet at RiversEdge Golf Course:
- Isaac Scheer took 3rd place, Nathan Scheer took 9th place, and Elijah Wolf took 31st place
- Abby Wojcik took 21st place, Sam Casperson took 49th place, and Jenny Schneider took 57th
- Click here to see all the results!
Saturday, September 16, 2023
- During the Soccer Invitational at Kiel Soccer Complex, the Columbus Varsity Soccer Team tied 1-1 with Winnebago, lost 0-2 against Manitowoc, and defeated Sturgeon 4-0.
- During the Volleyball Invitational at McDonell Central our Varsity Team took first place
Monday, September 18, 2023
- Varsity Soccer won against Tri-County at Greise Park 9-0.
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
- Varsity Soccer defeated Regis 3-1 at Regis High School
- Our Varsity Volleyball team won against Owen-Withee at Columbus
Upcoming Varsity Sports
Thursday, September 21, 2023
- Tennis travels to Rhinelander for the GNC Meet at 9am
- Cross Country competes in the Spencer Meet at Frey Field at 4:30pm
- Soccer competes at Amherst High School at 7pm
- Varsity Volleyball competes at Neillsville at 7:15pm
Friday, September 22, 2023
- SC Football hosts Amherst at Spencer High School at 7pm
Saturday, September 23, 2023
- Our Varsity Volleyball Team will travel to Medford for an Invitational at 9am
Monday, September 25, 2023
- The Tennis Team competes against Assumption at Wisconsin Rapids at 4:30pm
- The Varsity Soccer Team takes on Northland Lutheran at Greise Park at 5pm
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
- Cross Country competes in Edgar at 4:30pm
- Varsity Volleyball travels to Colby at 7:15pm
Thursday, September 28, 2023
- Cross Country competes in Athens at 4:00pm
- Soccer travels to Gresham for a game at 5:00pm
- Varsity Volleyball takes on Greenwood at Columbus at 7:15pm
- Tennis competes at Oak Street vs. Black River Falls
Friday, September 29, 2023
- SC Football takes on Nekoosa during our Homecoming Game (7:00pm)
SNACKS NEEDED!
Thank you to everyone who paid dues, signed up to volunteer, and attended our meeting! We are still in need of snacks for finals week in December. Please consider helping us out by donating a snack or two. Click here to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA4AF23A4FA7-snacks#/
Cub Scouts Meeting today!
Cub Scouts will be at the Marshfield Public Library (Genealogy Room) September 21, 2023 from 6 - 7:30pm to sign up members or answer questions. Click here to view more information.
Chuck Hennes Memorial Brat Fry
This year the event will be Thursday, October 5, 2023. Proceeds will be used to support the Veterans Wall of Honor in Marshfield and to provide scholarships in Chuck’s name at Columbus Catholic High School. For more information, or to pre-order brats for yourself (or a group of brats for work, etc.), contact Tom Buttke at 715-897-1604.
Keep Kids Safe
KEEP (Kiwanis Enormous Equipment Playground) will be Saturday October 7, 2023, 10am – 4pm at the Marshfield Fairgrounds Park. Click here for more information:
Howl-oween at the Zoo
The third annual "Howl-oween" at the Zoo is coming up on Friday, October 6th and Saturday, October 7th. Join them for tricks and treats throughout the Zoo, food trucks, a pumpkin patch, a zoo store, and so much more! Watch Sarah, the Zoo manager, in the video below talk about the event.
Wildwood Zoo's Fall Hours
September 5 - October 31: 7:30am - 6:00pm
November 1 - March 31: 7:30am - 2:30pm
Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library
Click below to learn more about these activities:
Weekly Update for September 15, 2023
- September 15: Deadline to fill out Student Safe Environment and Child Comprehensive Medical Release Form
- September 16-17: Maple Fall Fest Pancake Breakfast
- September 18: Parent Association Meeting, 7:00pm at the HS/MS Cafeteria
- September 19: Volleyball Youth Night at CCHS, starting at 5:30pm
- September 20: Mass Day for SJBP
- September 21: Mass Day for OLPI and Columbus
- September 22: Dress Down Day
- September 24-30: Homecoming Week
- September 27: Progress Reports are emailed for OLPI, CCMS & CCHS
- September 29: Homecoming Game in Spencer at 7:00pm vs. Nekoosa
- September 30: Homecoming Dance for 9th-12th grade
- October 5: Progress Reports go home in backpacks for SJBP
- For more events, view our online calendar
FACTS FAMILY APP DRAWING
We want YOU to download our FACTS Family App! Well, if you haven't already! Download our app to be entered into our drawing... KEEP the app when you see how useful it is! Parents who have downloaded our app - even parents who have had our app since 2021 - will be entered into a drawing for: two varsity basketball season passes - you choose boys or girls! Deadline to download the app and be entered is 4pm Monday, September 18, 2023. Click here for more information, including download instructions! Please note: the intended audience for the app is parents of CCS students, and older students. Only current parents will be entered in the drawing.
please take our marketing survey
We are asking for your help and input to create a new informational video for Columbus and get your feedback on some of our marketing efforts. Click here for more information and to fill out our survey!
VOLLEYBALL YOUTH NIGHT!!!
Come and cheer on the Dons against the Owen-Withee Blackhawks on September 19th!
- 5:30-6:15 Meet the Dons and poster signing
- 6:00-7:15 Treat bags handed out by parents
- 5:45 JV Match
- 7:15 Varsity Match
Dress Down Day
Students are invited to participate in the first dress-down day on Friday, September 22, with funds raised going to Casa Hogar. To join in, a $2.00 donation is requested, and they may choose to wear jeans (without holes or frays), athletic shorts, or sweatpants, along with tees, hoodies, crewneck sweatshirts, quarter-zip, or jersey with appropriate graphics (including non-CCS apparel). There are two payment options available. Students can either pay as they go by bringing their cash donations to their homeroom on the dress-down day or pay for the entire year using our payment link. It is important to note that homeroom teachers will not accept entire-year payments..
Tech ed projects wanted!
Do you have a small construction project you’ve always wanted done? A hunting blind? Chicken coop? Greenhouse? The Columbus Catholic High School Building and Construction Class is looking for projects and willing to make your custom-built item for only the cost of materials! It’s a win-win for everybody: you provide the materials and transport the project when it’s done; our Building and Construction Class gains knowledge they need on a real-world job. Please send your project idea to Mr. Hoernke by SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 at hoernke.lee@columbusdons.org
Columbus dons spiritwear
Our next group “Spiritwear” order with Hummingbird Apparel closes on Sunday. Be sure to get your order in! https://columbusdons2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Needs Closet
Thanks to an anonymous donor, we are able to bring the “Needs Closet” to Columbus Catholic Schools! Thanks to a kick-off grant we received we were able to purchase personal hygiene items for each school. These items can be used by ANY student who are at-need, going through a difficult time, or just needs a little extra help. Also, at the HS/MS building, a personal care basket has been placed in the girl’s bathroom. NOTE: if the program is abused in any way, we will make adjustments so it is not taken advantage of! We are sure the program will change as we discover what’s needed / not needed, etc. so we thank you for your patience as we navigate through this together. If you are interested in making a donation (cash or items), or have any questions, please contact Angela Loucks at 715-387-1177 ext. 3318 or loucks.angela@columbusdons.org For a listing of donation needs CLICK HERE FOR ATTACHMENT
Maple Fall Fest Breakfast
Columbus Dons Youth Football and Cheer will be hosting the pancake breakfast at Maple Fall Fest at Wildwood Park on Saturday, September 16th and Sunday, September 17th from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Help support our young players and cheerleaders by enjoying a delicious breakfast. Served carry-out style with on-site seating available. Cost: $10.00 per adult meal; $5.00 per kids meal age 6 and under.
- Click here for our Facebook Event: CLICK HERE
- To download our flyer: CLICK HERE
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Upcoming Events
- Progress Reports go home in backpacks on Oct. 5
- Parent Teacher Conferences Oct. 16-17, 3-6pm
- Grandparents Day Oct. 18 & 19, 2023
- Book Fair Oct. 16-20
- Trunk-or-Treat is Oct. 26, 4:30-6:00pm at the OLP Parking Lot
trunk or treat
Trunk-or-Treat will be October 26th, 4:30 to 6:00, in the OLP parking lot.
OLPI Parent-Teacher Conferences
Thursday, November 2nd from 3:00 -7:00 PM
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Student Pick Up in OLPI Lot
Parents who have both a middle school student and an OLPI student, please pick up your middle schooler in the corner of the OLPI lot closest to the middle school. Then continue through the pick-up line to the OLPI pick-up zone. If you need to get out of your vehicle, please park in the OLPI lot.
Advanced Absences
Family vacations and other extended absences should be planned within the Columbus Catholic scheduled vacation days. If vacations/absences are planned outside of scheduled vacation days, prior notification and an agreed-upon contract for making up the missed work are required. It is the responsibility of the student to make up work for any absence. Students are encouraged to complete assignments ahead of time so that they are not overloaded upon their return.
Senior Retreat
The Senior Retreat to Mt. Tabor Retreat Center in Menasha will be on 10/4 and 10/5.
Wisconsin Education Fair
On September 26, the Junior class will attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at Mid-State Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids. At the fair, students will receive information and have the opportunity to converse with representatives from over 100 colleges, technical institutions, and military organizations.
Progress Reports
Progress Reports will be sent out on 9/27. Parents and students can check their grades using the family portal on FACTS. FACTS allows parents the ability to see a student’s grade and how he/she has done on all graded assignments or see if there are any missing assignments. You can find the FACTS Family App for Apple or Android https://aware3.net/shortcode/?code=columbuscatholicschools Once you go to the link, click on the Apple or Android icon, create a profile, and you are ready to go! You will be required to sign in to your account as if you are signing in to Family Portal every 30 days. Our district code is MACS-WI.
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL
Is your middle school student interested in Student Council? Click here to learn more, or contact Mrs. Paulick or Ms. Rayeske!
Student Pick Up in OLP Lot
Parents who have both a middle school student and an OLPI student, please pick up your middle schooler in the corner of the OLPI lot closest to the middle school. Then continue through the pick-up line to the OLPI pick-up zone. If you need to get out of your vehicle, please park in the OLPI lot.
“Hollywood Homecoming” September 24-30:
- Information on the week’s festivities will be emailed to HS students and parents early next week. A lot of information has been shared with the students verbally and through surveys already.
- The sophomore class (advised by Mrs. Lossman and Mr. Jevaltas) will be planning and hosting the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 30. Attached are the guest form and dress code for the dance, as well as a helpful Dance Dress Code Do’s and Don’ts slide show for clarification.
- Regarding Homecoming Court: Over the years, more and more students have asked to have their names taken off the ballot for Homecoming Court. This year, 80 HS students informed me they did NOT want to be on court. We will still have a Homecoming Court, but please understand that the seniors vote for the 4 senior couples and the 1 couple for each underclass from the students who are comfortable being on court. You can check with your own student to see if he/she asked to remove his/her name from the court ballot. Homecoming Court will be voted on next week and will be announced at the Homecoming Lip Sync competition on Sunday, September 24.
Family support:
Our community offers opportunities for support of our families. Attached is a list of events occurring in the coming months.
Volunteer opportunities:
The HS Student Council and Mission Club will be volunteering at Rotary Winter Wonderland on November 29 this year, but there are many opportunities for our students and families to volunteer at this worthy cause! Here is the information to sign up for the main “Set Up Saturdays” (October 14th, 21st, and 28th from 8am-2pm). These hours would count toward the graduation requirement of 10 hours per year!
VARSITY ATHLETIC RESULTS FROM THE WEEK
Friday, September 8, 2023
- SC Football lost to Wittenberg-Birnamwood
Saturday, September 9, 2023
- Varsity Volleyball took first place at a Tournament at Auburndale High School
- During the Cross Country meet at Colby High School: Isaac Scheer took first place for the boys competition, with Nathan Scheer taking 10th and Elijah Wolf taking 31st; and for girls, Abby Wojcik took 23rd place, Sam Casperson took 33rd, and Jenny Schneider took 38th.
Monday, September 11, 2023
- Varsity Soccer won against Pacelli 7-2
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
- Varsity Volleyball defeated Loyal 3-0
Thursday, September 14, 2023
- The tennis team lost to Newman
- Varsity Soccer beat out Newman 5-0
Upcoming Varsity Sports
Friday, September 15, 2023
- SC Football at Weyauwega-Fremont at 7:00pm
- Cross Country competes at RiversEdge Golf Course: Girls at 7:30pm, Boys and 8:10pm
Saturday, September 16, 2023
- Varsity Soccer competes at an invitational at Kiel Soccer Complex
- Varsity Volleyball also competes at an invitational at McDonell Central Catholic High School
Monday, September 18, 2023
- Varsity Soccer takes on Tri-County at Greise Park at 5pm
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
- Varsity Soccer travels to Regis to take on McDonell/Regis at 7pm
- Varsity Volleyball hosts Owen Withee at 7:15pm
Thursday, September 21, 2023
- Tennis travels to Rhinelander for the GNC Meet at 9am
- Cross Country competes in the Spencer Meet at Frey Field at 4:30pm
- Soccer competes at Amherst High School at 5pm
- Varsity Volleyball competes at Neillsville at 7:15pm
Friday, September 22, 2023
- SC Football hosts Amherst at Spencer High School at 7pm
dUES
If you haven’t done so, you can pay your dues HERE. If you are unsure if you have paid, please email parentassociationofficers@columbusdons.org Some of the projects these dues will be used to help fund are:
- Average of $2600 in bus fees for retreats for 7th- 12th grade
- Events for Catholic Schools Week for SJB and OLP students
- Appreciation for our AMAZING teachers and staff
Volunteer
Don't forget to take a look at our tabbed sign up genius to see if there are any events that you would like to help with (we will explain these duties in more detail at the upcoming meeting).
Meeting
We encourage everyone to come to our meeting in the Columbus High School cafeteria on September 18 at 7pm. Along with volunteer opportunities, we'll be discussing ideas for a free family event this winter.
MAPLE FALL FEST
The leaves are beginning to turn colors, marking the time of the year for the 31st annual Maple Fall Fest at Wildwood Park. It features over 150 arts and crafts vendors, a potato pancake breakfast, a children’s area, Amish specialties, and a food court—inflatable rides for the kids and fun for the whole family. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2427128730798409
Event info:
- September 16 and 17, 2023
- Hours: Sat. 9 am – 5 pm, Sun. 10 am – 4 pm
- Place: Wildwood Park & Zoo, 1800 S. Roddis Avenue, Marshfield, WI
- Public Admission Price: Free
Chuck Hennes Memorial Brat Fry
This year the event will be Thursday, October 5, 2023. Proceeds will be used to support the Veterans Wall of Honor in Marshfield and to provide scholarships in Chuck’s name at Columbus Catholic High School. For more information, or to pre-order brats for yourself (or a group of brats for work, etc.), contact Tom Buttke at 715-897-1604.
Keep Kids Safe
KEEP (Kiwanis Enormous Equipment Playground) will be Saturday October 7, 2023, 10am – 4pm at the Marshfield Fairgrounds Park. Click here for more information:
Car Seat Checks
There will be car seat checks at the Fire Department provided by Wood County Health Department. Wood County Health Department provides FREE child car seat inspections. Their certified child passenger safety technicians will check your child's restraint to ensure it is safe and has not been recalled. They will teach you how to safely secure your child in the car seat and install it correctly in your vehicle. For more information: 715-421-8911.
- Sept. 19 at the Marshfield Fire Department 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Nov. 21 at the Marshfield Fire Department 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Howl-oween at the Zoo
The third annual "Howl-oween" at the Zoo is coming up on Friday, October 6th and Saturday, October 7th. Join them for tricks and treats throughout the Zoo, food trucks, a pumpkin patch, a zoo store, and so much more! Watch Sarah, the Zoo manager, in the video below talk about the event.
Wildwood Zoo's Fall Hours
September 5 - October 31: 7:30am - 6:00pm
November 1 - March 31: 7:30am - 2:30pm
Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library
Click below to learn more about these activities:
Weekly Update for September 8, 2023
- September 12: School photos at SJBP
- September 13: Mass at SJBP
- September 13: School photos at Columbus
- September 13: High school students attend Rural Life Day Mass at Heiman's Holsteins
- September 14: Mass at OLPI/Columbus
- September 14: School photos at OLPI
- September 15: Deadline to fill out Student Safe Environment and Child Comprehensive Medical Release Form
- September 16-17: Maple Fall Fest Pancake Breakfast
- September 18: Parent Association Meeting, 7:00pm at the HS/MS Cafeteria
- September 22: Dress Down Day
- For more events, view our online calendar
Tech ed projects wanted!
Do you have a small construction project you’ve always wanted done? A hunting blind? Chicken coop? Greenhouse? The Columbus Catholic High School Building and Construction Class is looking for projects and willing to make your custom-built item for only the cost of materials! It’s a win-win for everybody: you provide the materials and transport the project when it’s done; our Building and Construction Class gains knowledge they need on a real-world job. Please send your project idea to Mr. Hoernke by SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 at hoernke.lee@columbusdons.org
Columbus dons spiritwear
Our next group “Spiritwear” order is with Hummingbird Apparel! https://columbusdons2023.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
NIGHTFALL CLASSIC XC '23
The Nightfall Classic is a cancer fundraising event at RiverEdge Golf Course on Friday, September 15, 2023. Spectators are welcome but must purchase a parking pass. Click here for details.
Needs Closet
Thanks to an anonymous donor, we are able to bring the “Needs Closet” to Columbus Catholic Schools! Thanks to a kick-off grant we received we were able to purchase personal hygiene items for each school. These items can be used by ANY student who are at-need, going through a difficult time, or just needs a little extra help. Also, at the HS/MS building, a personal care basket has been placed in the girl’s bathroom. NOTE: if the program is abused in any way, we will make adjustments so it is not taken advantage of! We are sure the program will change as we discover what’s needed / not needed, etc. so we thank you for your patience as we navigate through this together. If you are interested in making a donation (cash or items), or have any questions, please contact Angela Loucks at 715-387-1177 ext. 3318 or loucks.angela@columbusdons.org For a listing of donation needs CLICK HERE FOR ATTACHMENT
Maple Fall Fest Breakfast
Columbus Dons Youth Football and Cheer will be hosting the pancake breakfast at Maple Fall Fest at Wildwood Park on Saturday, September 16th and Sunday, September 17th from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Help support our young players and cheerleaders by enjoying a delicious breakfast. Served carry-out style with on-site seating available. Cost: $10.00 per adult meal; $5.00 per kids meal age 6 and under.
- Click here for our Facebook Event: CLICK HERE
- To download our flyer: CLICK HERE
Maple Fall Fest Breakfast – Volunteers Needed
Maple Fall Fest is still in need of volunteers and it is right around the corner! The event is coming up on September 16th & 17th at the Wildwood Park. Our Youth Football and Cheer program provides the annual pancake breakfast each morning of the event. This is a huge fundraiser and if any of you had a child in the program in the past, you know how much it means to the players and families in it now, in addition to how much fun it is to be a part of. Since it is a very large fundraiser, we need everyone's help to make it a success as it keeps growing each year. If you are interested in volunteering, click here to sign up! Thank you!
2023-24 Beginning of the Year Form
If you haven’t filled out this form yet, please do so now! The form covers, and gives us permissions, for many important back-to-school items such as the Scrip Program Agreement, Student Handbook Agreement, Electronic Resources / Internet Acceptable Policy Agreement, etc.
2023-24 Beginning of the Year Form
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Columbus Dons Youth Soccer - Fall 2023
- Who: CCS 1st-5th Graders
- What: 4 sessions of skills & games
- When: Fridays 3-4pm, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29
- Where: OLP & Columbus fields
- Cost: Free
If you would like to be a parent volunteer, please mark the designated question on the google form. No experience needed. We would love to have more parents involved! If you have questions, please reach out to nicki.kitchner@gmail.com CCS Youth Soccer Registration Form: https://forms.gle/QVgnXTjaZTPvaXKb8 CCS students are also invited to participate in the Marshfield Parks & Rec Fall Soccer League. This is a separate league from the CCS practices listed above. If your child would like to participate in Parks & Rec Fall Soccer (6 week season - games Sunday afternoons at Greise Park), please register and send payment for Parks & Rec soccer directly through Parks & Rec.
Upcoming Events
- Parent Teacher Conferences Oct. 16-17, 3-6pm
- Grandparents Day October 18 & 19, 2023
- Book Fair Oct. 16-20
OLPI Parent-Teacher Conferences
Are Thursday, November 2nd from 3:00 -7:00 PM
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Student Pick Up in OLPI Lot
Parents who have both a middle school student and an OLPI student, please pick up your middle schooler in the corner of the OLPI lot closest to the middle school. Then continue through the pick-up line to the OLPI pick-up zone. If you need to get out of your vehicle, please park in the OLPI lot.
Columbus Dons Youth Soccer - Fall 2023
- Who: CCS 1st-5th Graders
- What: 4 sessions of skills & games
- When: Fridays 3-4pm, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29
- Where: OLP & Columbus fields
- Cost: Free
If you would like to be a parent volunteer, please mark the designated question on the google form. No experience needed. We would love to have more parents involved! If you have questions, please reach out to nicki.kitchner@gmail.com CCS Youth Soccer Registration Form: https://forms.gle/QVgnXTjaZTPvaXKb8 CCS students are also invited to participate in the Marshfield Parks & Rec Fall Soccer League. This is a separate league from the CCS practices listed above. If your child would like to participate in Parks & Rec Fall Soccer (6 week season - games Sunday afternoons at Greise Park), please register and send payment for Parks & Rec soccer directly through Parks & Rec.
RURAL LIFE DAY CELEBRATION
Our high school students will be attending the Rural Life Day Celebration which will be held at Heiman Holsteins on 9/13. Student permission slips were due today, but will still be accepted on Monday. Bishop Callahan will celebrate Mass at 10:00 a.m. Please see the Diocese of Lacrosse Rural Life Day website for more information.
Checking Student Progress
Parents and students can check their grades using the family portal on FACTS. FACTS allows parents the ability to see a student’s grade and how he/she has done on all graded assignments or see if there are any missing assignments. You can find the app for apple or android at https://a3a.me/columbuscatholicschools . Once you go to the link, click on the apple or android icon, create a profile, and you are ready to go! You will be required to sign in to your account as if you are signing in to Family Portal every 30 days. Our district code is MACS-WI.
School Pictures
Picture forms were sent home this week. Even if you are not purchasing pictures, please fill out the form and have your child return this to school, as they need their pictures taken for their school ID. If you order pictures online, be sure to either print out the confirmation and send with your child OR put your order confirmation number on the packet and send with your child.
Homecoming
Homecoming is the week of September 24-30. All high school students will be invited to join homecoming planning committees.
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL
Is your middle school student interested in Student Council? Click here to learn more, or contact Mrs. Paulick or Ms. Rayeske!
Student Pick Up in OLP Lot
Parents who have both a middle school student and an OLPI student, please pick up your middle schooler in the corner of the OLPI lot closest to the middle school. Then continue through the pick-up line to the OLPI pick-up zone. If you need to get out of your vehicle, please park in the OLPI lot.
HOPE SQUAD:
Next week, the HS and MS students will participate in the nomination process for our school’s HOPE Squads. We are starting our third year with this program. Here is a brief explanation about HOPE Squad.
Homecoming Week Festivities:
High school students have started the planning process for Homecoming 2023 (September 24-September 30). All HS students are welcome to participate on any of the various committees (we meet during lunches at school). The overall theme is “Hollywood Homecoming.” More details will be decided in the coming week.
Homecoming Dance:
The sophomore class (advised by Mrs. Lossman and Mr. Jevaltas) will be planning and hosting the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 30. Attached are the guest form and dress code for the dance, as well as a helpful Dance Dress Code Do’s and Don’ts slide show for clarification.
Dress Code Reminders:
There are two dress code issues that have occurred frequently in the last two weeks and therefore warrant a gentle reminder:
- Midriffs should be covered at all times. If a shirt does not cover the midriff as a student is moving about, sitting down, etc., then the student should wear a tucked in tank top or camisole underneath the shirt to ensure midriff coverage.
- All students need to follow the hemline rule (shorts for both genders, skirts and dresses for females). Hemlines should fall no higher than three inches from “true knee” (the center of the knee) or should touch the top of the knee.
VARSITY ATHLETIC RESULTS FROM THE WEEK
- Friday, September 1, 2023
- SC Football fell to Shiocton
- Saturday, September 2, 2023
- During the Cross Country Invitational at Wildwood Park: Abby Wojcik finished in 6th place, with Sam Casperson in 11th and Jenny Schneider in 17th; and for the boys Isaac Scheer finished first with Nathan Scheer finishing third and Elijah Wolf taking 14th.
- Tuesday, September 5, 2023
- During the Cross Country Meet at Wildwood Park: Isaac Scheer came in first with Nathan Scheer in 9th and Elijah Wolf in 34th; Abby Wojcik took 44th place, Sam Casperson came in 53rd and Katelyn Casperson taking 78th.
- Varsity Tennis fell to Lakeland High School
- Varsity Soccer beat out Gresham 8-0
- Thursday, September 7, 2023
- Varsity Tennis fell to Medford Area High School
- Varsity Tennis fell to Medford Area High School
Upcoming Varsity Sports
- Friday, September 8, 2023
- SC Football at Wittenberg-Birnamwood at 7:00pm
- Saturday, September 9, 2023
- Varsity Volleyball attends a Tournament at Auburndale High School at 9am
- Cross Country will be at Colby High School at 10am
- Thursday, September 14, 2023
- Tennis will take on Newman Catholic in a home match at 4:30pm
- Varsity Soccer also takes on Newman Catholic in a home match at Greise Park at 5pm
- Friday, September 15, 2023
- SC Football goes to Weyauwega-Fremont High School at 7pm
dUES
If you haven’t done so, you can pay your dues HERE. If you are unsure if you have paid, please email parentassociationofficers@columbusdons.org Some of the projects these dues will be used to help fund are:
- Average of $2600 in bus fees for retreats for 7th- 12th grade
- Events for Catholic Schools Week for SJB and OLP students
- Appreciation for our AMAZING teachers and staff
Volunteer
Don't forget to take a look at our tabbed sign up genius to see if there are any events that you would like to help with (we will explain these duties in more detail at the upcoming meeting).
Meeting
We encourage everyone to come to our meeting in the Columbus High School cafeteria on September 18 at 7pm. Along with volunteer opportunities, we'll be discussing ideas for a free family event this winter.
Chuck Hennes Memorial Brat Fry
This year the event will be Thursday, October 5, 2023. Proceeds will be used to support the Veterans Wall of Honor in Marshfield and to provide scholarships in Chuck’s name at Columbus Catholic High School. For more information, or to pre-order brats for yourself (or a group of brats for work, etc.), contact Tom Buttke at 715-897-1604.
Keep Kids Safe
KEEP (Kiwanis Enormous Equipment Playground) will be Saturday October 7, 2023, 10am – 4pm at the Marshfield Fairgrounds Park. Click here for more information:
Car Seat Checks
There will be car seat checks at the Fire Department provided by Wood County Health Department. Wood County Health Department provides FREE child car seat inspections. Their certified child passenger safety technicians will check your child's restraint to ensure it is safe and has not been recalled. They will teach you how to safely secure your child in the car seat and install it correctly in your vehicle. For more information: 715-421-8911.
- Sept. 19 at the Marshfield Fire Department 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Nov. 21 at the Marshfield Fire Department 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Howl-oween at the Zoo
October 6, 4-6pm; October 7, 10am-1pm. Join the Wildwood Park & Zoo for a Spook-tacular time in your favorite costume! $5.00 per participants.
Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library
Click below to learn more about these activities:
Weekly Update for September 1, 2023
• September 4: Labor Day – NO SCHOOL
• September 5-6: Scotty’s Dine to Donate
• September 6: Mass for SJBP
• September 7: Mass for OLPI and Columbus
• September 12: School photos at SJBP
• September 13: School photos at Columbus
• September 14: School photos at OLPI
• September 15: Deadline to fill out Student Safe Environment and Child Comprehensive Medical Release Form
• September 16-17: Maple Fall Fest Pancake Breakfast
• September 18: Parent Association Meeting, 7:00pm at the HS/MS Cafeteria
• For more events, view our online calendar
Student Safe Environment Paperwork
If your child's yellow Safe Environment forms were sent home in their folders a second time, please make sure that all of the signature lines are signed or initialed as required, and that the back page has been completed. If your student is too young to sign or initial, you will need to sign for them. – Melissa Schmitt, Admissions Director, 715-387-1177 ext. 3300, Schmitt.melissa@columbusdons.org
Child Comprehensive Medical Release Form
Each year the Diocese of La Crosse requires that a Child Comprehensive Medical Release form be filled out for each student. This will be completed via Google Form this year. Every family will be emailed a link to the Google Form, and it is also linked here https://forms.gle/gMtT79uWG19q2pCa8 Please be sure to complete a form for each child in your household no later than Friday, September, 15th. These forms are sent along on field trips, and used in the case of emergencies. - Melissa Schmitt, Admissions Director, 715-387-1177 ext. 3300, Schmitt.melissa@columbusdons.org
Needs Closet
Thanks to an anonymous donor, we are able to bring the “Needs Closet” to Columbus Catholic Schools! Thanks to a kick-off grant we received we were able to purchase personal hygiene items for each school. These items can be used by ANY student who are at-need, going through a difficult time, or just needs a little extra help. Also, at the HS/MS building, a personal care basket has been placed in the girl’s bathroom. NOTE: if the program is abused in any way, we will make adjustments so it is not taken advantage of! We are sure the program will change as we discover what’s needed / not needed, etc. so we thank you for your patience as we navigate through this together. If you are interested in making a donation (cash or items), or have any questions, please contact Angela Loucks at 715-387-1177 ext. 3318 or loucks.angela@columbusdons.org For a listing of donation needs CLICK HERE FOR ATTACHMENT
Maple Fall Fest Breakfast
Columbus Dons Youth Football and Cheer will be hosting the pancake breakfast at Maple Fall Fest at Wildwood Park on Saturday, September 16th and Sunday, September 17th from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Help support our young players and cheerleaders by enjoying a delicious breakfast. Served carry-out style with on-site seating available. Cost: $10.00 per adult meal; $5.00 per kids meal age 6 and under. Click here for more details: CLICK HERE To download our flyer: CLICK HERE
Maple Fall Fest Breakfast – Volunteers Needed
Maple Fall Fest is in need of volunteers! This can be anyone in the system including parents (adults) and students! The ages are noted on the available volunteer spots where needed. Maple Fall Fest is a Marshfield community event on September 16th & 17th at the Wildwood Park in which the Youth Football and Cheer host the annual pancake breakfast. This breakfast is a fundraiser for the youth football and cheer program. This is a very large fundraiser and we need everyone's help to make it a success. If you are interested in volunteering, meeting new people, or seeing what Maple Fall Fest has to offer, this is a great opportunity! Click Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084AA5AB29A5FF2-maple3
2023-24 Beginning of the Year Form
If you haven’t filled out this form yet, please do so now! The form covers, and gives us permissions, for many important back-to-school items such as the Scrip Program Agreement, Student Handbook Agreement, Electronic Resources / Internet Acceptable Policy Agreement, etc.
2023-24 Beginning of the Year Form
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Columbus Dons Youth Soccer - Fall 2023
Who: CCS 1st-5th Graders
What: 4 sessions of skills & games
When: Fridays 3-4pm, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29
Where: OLP & Columbus fields
Cost: Free
If you would like to be a parent volunteer, please mark the designated question on the google form. No experience needed. We would love to have more parents involved! If you have questions, please reach out to nicki.kitchner@gmail.com CCS Youth Soccer Registration Form: https://forms.gle/QVgnXTjaZTPvaXKb8 CCS students are also invited to participate in the Marshfield Parks & Rec Fall Soccer League. This is a separate league from the CCS practices listed above. If your child would like to participate in Parks & Rec Fall Soccer (6 week season - games Sunday afternoons at Greise Park), please register and send payment for Parks & Rec soccer directly through Parks & Rec.
Upcoming Events
• Parent Teacher Conferences Oct. 16-17, 3-6pm
• Grandparents Day October 18 & 19, 2023
• Book Fair Oct. 16-20
OLPI Parent-Teacher Conferences
Are Thursday, November 2nd from 3:00 -7:00 PM
Dress Down and Spirit Days
Please click here to see a visual representation of what students can wear:
Student Pick Up in OLPI Lot
Parents who have both a middle school student and an OLPI student, please pick up your middle schooler in the corner of the OLPI lot closest to the middle school. Then continue through the pick-up line to the OLPI pick-up zone. If you need to get out of your vehicle, please park in the OLPI lot.
Columbus Dons Youth Soccer - Fall 2023
Who: CCS 1st-5th Graders
What: 4 sessions of skills & games
When: Fridays 3-4pm, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29
Where: OLP & Columbus fields
Cost: Free
If you would like to be a parent volunteer, please mark the designated question on the google form. No experience needed. We would love to have more parents involved! If you have questions, please reach out to nicki.kitchner@gmail.com CCS Youth Soccer Registration Form: https://forms.gle/QVgnXTjaZTPvaXKb8 CCS students are also invited to participate in the Marshfield Parks & Rec Fall Soccer League. This is a separate league from the CCS practices listed above. If your child would like to participate in Parks & Rec Fall Soccer (6 week season - games Sunday afternoons at Greise Park), please register and send payment for Parks & Rec soccer directly through Parks & Rec.
Welcome back
It is great to welcome all the new students and all of our returning students for the start of the 2023-2024 school year. It is great to see all the students in the building settling back into their routines. I hope it is a great school year for all our students. If there are any questions or concerns, please reach out to any teachers or me.
Checking Student Progress
Parents and students can check their grades using the family portal on FACTS. FACTS allows parents the ability to see a student’s grade and how he/she has done on all graded assignments or see if there are any missing assignments. You can find the app for apple or android at https://a3a.me/columbuscatholicschools . Once you go to the link, click on the apple or android icon, create a profile, and you are ready to go! You will be required to sign in to your account as if you are signing in to Family Portal every 30 days. Our district code is MACS-WI.
School Pictures
Picture forms will be sent home later next week. Even if you are not purchasing pictures, please fill out the form and have your child return this to school, as they need their pictures taken for their school ID.
Homecoming
Homecoming is the week of September 24-October 1st. All high school students will be invited to join homecoming planning committees.
Student Pick Up in OLPI Lot
Parents who have both a middle school student and an OLPI student, please pick up your middle schooler in the corner of the OLPI lot closest to the middle school. Then continue through the pick-up line to the OLPI pick-up zone. If you need to get out of your vehicle, please park in the OLPI lot.
Student of the Month/Monthly Virtue Information:
During the month of September, we focus on the virtue of FAITH.
- "Faith is the theological virtue by which we believe in God and believe all that he has said and revealed to us, and that the Holy Church proposes for our belief, because He is truth itself. By faith 'man freely commits his entire self to God.' For this reason the believer seeks to know and do God's will." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1814)
- More concisely: “Faith is both a gift of God and a human act by which the believer gives personal adherence to God and freely assents to the whole truth that God has revealed.”
- What does the virtue of faith look like? Professing one's belief in Christ and the Church, confidently bearing witness to Christ, and spreading the Gospel, even in the face of persecutions.
At the end of the month, all faculty and staff in the Columbus building will be invited to nominate HS and MS students who have displayed the virtue of FAITH. Our MS and HS students of the month will then be selected by voting committees (one in the MS and one in the HS). We encourage all of our students to live their faith in their thoughts, words, and actions.
Volunteer Opportunities:
HS students are required to complete and log a minimum of 10 service hours per year. Here is the link to log those hours: student service (volunteer) hours reporting form. I have also emailed two volunteer opportunities to the students already this week–
- Concession stand help at sporting events: Sharon See is looking for volunteers for the concession stand at the Cross Country Meet this Saturday, September 2 at Wildwood Park. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4BA8AE2DA4F58-cross3 She is also looking for help with volleyball concessions throughout the season. The first game is September 7th. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4BA8AE2DA4F58-columbus1
- Youth Football and Cheer Pancake Breakfast at Maple Fall Fest on Saturday and Sunday, September 16-17: Students interested in volunteering to help at this event should see Mrs. Volkman personally to sign up to ensure the shift is suitable for a student (as opposed to some shifts that must be filled by adults)
I will share opportunities as I am made aware of them throughout the school year.
VARSITY ATHLETIC RESULTS FROM THE WEEK
- Friday August 25, 2023
- Varsity Volleyball finished 4th place at UW-Stout Invitational
- Varsity Soccer vs. Central Wisconsin Christian: CCHS tied 1-1
- SC Football lost to Colby High School
- Saturday August 26, 2023
- Varsity Soccer lost against Lake Country Lutheran, then won 2-1 to against Lake Mills at Central Wisconsin Christian High School
- The Varsity Tennis Team fell to Wisconsin Rapids during the Girls Varsity Quad.
- Monday, August 28, 2023
- Varsity Soccer won against Loyal High School 1-0.
- Tuesday, August 29, 2023
- Varsity Soccer won 4-0 against Three Lakes
- August 31, 2023
- Varsity tennis lost against Pacelli
- Varsity soccer won 6-0 against Northland Lutheran High School
Upcoming Varsity Sports
- Friday, September 1, 2023
- SC Football plays Shiocton at Spencer High School at 7pm
- Saturday, September 2, 2023
- Cross Country Invitational at Wildwood Park at 9:30am
- Tuesday, September 5, 2023
- Cross Country Meet at Wildwood Park at 4:00pm
- Varsity Tennis at Lakeland at 4:30
- Varsity Soccer vs. Gresham at Greise Park at 5:00pm
- Thursday, September 7, 2023
- Varsity Tennis at Medford Area High School at 4:30pm
- Varsity Volleyball vs. Stratford at CCHS at 7:15pm
- Friday, September 8, 2023
- SC Football at Wittenberg-Birnamwood at 7:00pm
dUES
Currently, about 15% of families enrolled at Columbus have paid their annual $25 Parent Association dues. If you haven’t done so, you can pay your dues HERE. If you are unsure if you have paid, please email parentassociationofficers@columbusdons.org
Some of the projects these dues will be used to help fund are:
- Average of $2600 in bus fees for retreats for 7th- 12th grade
- Events for Catholic Schools Week for SJB and OLP students
- Appreciation for our AMAZING teachers and staff
Volunteer
Don't forget to take a look at our tabbed sign up genius to see if there are any events that you would like to help with (we will explain these duties in more detail at the upcoming meeting).
Meeting
We encourage everyone to come to our meeting in the Columbus High School cafeteria on September 18 at 7pm. Along with volunteer opportunities, we'll be discussing ideas for a free family event this winter.
Dine to Donate
We are excited for another year of Dine to Donate with Scotty's Pizza and Chicken! Once again, Scotty will be donating 18% of the sales back to our Parent Association (don't forget to turn in your slip with your order)! The class with the most orders will win a pizza party! Our first Dine to Donate event of the year will be on Tuesday 9/5 and Wednesday 9/6. Click here to download our flyer.
Chuck Hennes Memorial Brat Fry
This year the event will be Thursday, October 5, 2023. Proceeds will be used to support the Veterans Wall of Honor in Marshfield and to provide scholarships in Chuck’s name at Columbus Catholic High School. For more information, or to pre-order brats for yourself (or a group of brats for work, etc.), contact Tom Buttke at 715-897-1604.
Keep Kids Safe
KEEP (Kiwanis Enormous Equipment Playground) will be Saturday October 7, 2023, 10am – 4pm at the Marshfield Fairgrounds Park. Click here for more information: FRONT BACK
Car Seat Checks
There will be car seat checks at the Fire Department provided by Wood County Health Department. Wood County Health Department provides FREE child car seat inspections. Their certified child passenger safety technicians will check your child's restraint to ensure it is safe and has not been recalled. They will teach you how to safely secure your child in the car seat and install it correctly in your vehicle. For more information: 715-421-8911.
- Sept. 19 at the Marshfield Fire Department 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Nov. 21 at the Marshfield Fire Department 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Howl-oween at the Zoo
October 6, 4-6pm; October 7, 10am-1pm. Join the Wildwood Park & Zoo for a Spook-tacular time in your favorite costume! $5.00 per participants.
Everett Roehl Marshfield Public Library
Click below to learn more about these activities:
• Tuesdays at the Library Decoupage Workshop – September 5, 2023
• Tuesdays at the Library Game Night – September 12, 2023
• Tuesdays at the Library Community Coloring Book – September 19, 2023
• Tuesdays at the Library Karaoke with Lonie G – September 26, 2023
• Teen Library Council meeting on September 21
• Calendar of events for September 2023