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Rich TraditionsBright Future

Faith Service Knowledge Responsibility

1928Enrollment - 21

First Graduating Class - 1Classes were held in what is now

our Maintenance Manager’s house.The primary grades were in the dining room.Grades 4 through 8 met in the living room.

Saint Jude School

In 1928 construction was started on the school and wascompleted in 1929. For many years the school auditorium

served as a temporary church.

By 1945 the enrollment increased to 200 students in grades 1 – 8.

Progress Continued

In 1955 the enrollment had increased to 500 students, all accommodated

within the 12 rooms of that which is now the old building.

Do the math!

In 1957 when the church was dedicated,

the school was able to usethe gym for educational purposes.

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Challenges and Blessings form a Vision for Catholic Education

We need active parents and committed parishioners who understand and appreciate the mission of Catholic

education: the unique partnership we share, raising children in the way of holiness.

We need outstandingschool leaders

who are focused in their professionalism, imaginativein their thinking courageous in their thinking, courageous

in their actions, and committed to integrating faith-based values into every aspect of school life.

We need teachers who are on fire with love of their calling as Catholic school educators and

who transform their classrooms with their faith, optimism, energy and competence.

We need quality programming that inspires and enables all students to maximize their growth academically,

spiritually, emotionally and socially. We all need to demonstrate Christian hospitality which

encourages respect, generosity, and gratitude.

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We need physical resources which facilitate student learning: facilities, technologies, and infrastructures that support the

development of 21st Century Learning Environments.

Two major additions, the primary wing and the new Gym & Activity Center, have been added to the Saint Jude campus over the past 20 years.

We need financial assistance in every form, but we especially need scholarship aid for current students and endowments

significant enough to provide for our school’s future sustainability.

Saint Jude the Apostle SchoolCommitment & School Fees

The Mission of Saint Jude Parish and School

For over 88 years Saint Jude School has been a driving forceof our parish as the earliest members petitionedof our parish, as the earliest members petitioned

the Archbishop for a parish with a school.

With great determination these pioneer families began their fundraising with Thanksgiving turkey raffles, socials, church bazaars

and even competitive wrestling.

This vibrancy and dedication has continued throughout our history.School and parish numbers grew hand-in-hand.

RICH TRADITIONS BRIGHT FUTURES

It is important to note that Saint Jude School does an exemplary job with instilling Catholic values and Catholic identity. This fact is demonstrated through the choices parents and students make to transition to Catholic high

schools following their time at Saint Jude.

Following their graduation in June of 2016Following their graduation in June of 2016,90% of the 8th graders enrolled

in area Catholic High Schools where tuitions range between $10,000 and $13,000 per year.

This provides a possible explanation as to why contributions drop off once our students graduate.

CATHOLIC IDENTITYSaint Jude School is most fortunate in that it has been able to

maintain its Catholic identity in an era when many of the surrounding schools are no longer able to make such a claim.

There are a number of schools in District 12 alone whose enrollment of non-Catholic students ranges between 90% to 99%.

Over recent years Saint Jude School has been able to maintain aOver recent years, Saint Jude School has been able to maintain a consistent enrollment between 460 and 480 students, with over

92% of these who maintain membership in Saint Jude Parish as well.

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3K Pre-school Fees

Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday $1,690.00

Monday/Wednesday/Fridayor $2,490.00Tuesday/Thursday/Friday

Financial contributions to Saint Jude significantly change

after pre-school.

Monday – Friday $3,980.00

4K – Grade 8School Fees and Financial Commitments

Contribute toward:

a portion of the administrative salaries for parish/rectory personnel

school/parish building maintenance and repair costs

snow removal and lawn maintenance expenses

Activity Center expenditures, including maintenance, cleaning and personnel

teacher salaries and benefits

school supplies, texts, services and other expenses directly related to school

“Asked“Asked--for” Commitmentfor” Commitmentfor a Family with One Child vs. Tuitionfor a Family with One Child vs. Tuition

The “asked-for” range is between$3,500 - $4,500

(Annual Church Contribution)plus

School Fees of approximately $1,500 per childfor a total of

$5,000 for the first child attending Saint Jude School

We are so fortunate that our exemplary reputation and rich history continue to attract new families

to join both our parish and school.

As stewards of the parish, we commit ourselves to wisely, carefully and responsibly fulfilling our roles

as we manage the varied resources andministries of Saint Jude.

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For supporting Saint Jude the Apostle School through your many contributions of time talent and treasuremany contributions of time, talent and treasure….

Meeting and exceeding your annual parish financial commitment.Attending and financially supporting parish events such as our Gala and Stampede.Attending and financially supporting school events such as Soles for Education Walk and Winterfest and numerous other fundraisers and initiatives.

Thanksgiving Food Collection Coats for Kids

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We need Catholic Identity. This is not what we have We need Catholic Identity. This is not what we have on our walls, but what we have in our hearts. on our walls, but what we have in our hearts.

The Saint Jude Faculty and Staff welcome you to

Saint Jude the Apostle School.

BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF COMMITMENTBUILDING A COMMUNITY OF COMMITMENT

We need everyone to be committed to the greater goodof Saint Jude the Apostle School, often sacrificing individual

concerns, knowing that the sacrifice will be beneficial for all. We need you, for it is up to us to make a bright future for generations to come.

to join ourSaint Jude

school community.

Communicationyourclasspage.com

user name is sjs7711520; password is bobcatsThe class page is a primary vehicle for communication.

Homework, calendar events and individual teacher pages can be found here. Also, be sure to read the weekly

Saint Jude School Newsletter.

Please check every week for our newsletter which can be found at www.yourclasspage.com. You will receive a notification each

Tuesday afternoon or evening, once it is posted.

Hard copies of the newsletter are available upon request to the school office.

A weekly classroom newsletter will be sent home with children in grades 3K through grade 2.

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The health roomThe health roomis staffed daily.is staffed daily.

Saint Jude Health and Safety

Saint Jude School is fortunate to have a safety

officer on staff.

The Parent Handbook is available at www.yourclasspage.com under files on both the Newsletter and Administration pages. The School Directory will be distributed at the September 22nd Open House.The daily schedule with recess and lunch times can be found in the Parent Handbook. S i t J d P i h b it i tj d i h

Resources

Saint Jude Parish website is www.stjudeparish.orgSaint Jude School website is www.stjudeschool.org

•Refer to the Parent Handbook for the policy.•Announcements will be posted via Blackboard

Connect 5 and on yourclasspage.com under Administration.

Blackboard Connect 5 Notification System

The Blackboard Connect 5 notification service allows us to:

send e-mail messages to parents.

provide important information about school events oremergencies.

notify families of school delays or cancellations due toinclement weather.

send reminders about various events, such as report carddistribution, open house, field trips and more.

If your child is sickplease call the school

office prior to 8:00.

If your family is going on vacation,

please inform both the child’s teacher and the school office ahead of time. This will allow

the teacher to prepare work for the student so

he/she does not fall behind in class

lessons.

All orders will be placed online. Please see the handout for further information and go to www.yourclasspage.com, LUNCH PAGE, for more details. This would include directions for ordering, menus, meal descriptions and the volunteer schedule.

It is recommended that the daily snacks brought by children be nutritious ones.

Safeguarding All God's FamilyThe goal of the Safeguarding

All God’s Family program is to protect our children.

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee has implemented this program for parents,

employees, educators and adult volunteers who work with children.

By creating awareness and understanding, we can all learn to

become more attuned to the warning signs of abuse and identify ways to

respond. Awareness is the first step in understanding our responsibilities

to all children.

Additional information about this program will be distributed to you as it becomes available.

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FOUR LANES•First Lane is a pass-through lane for Day Care.

•The two middle lanes are for drop-off They’re•The two middle lanes are for drop-off. They re our “Kiss and Go” lanes.

•The outer lane is for parking or passing through to the Middle School drop-off area.

Saint Jude School has many special events throughout the

course of the year to which you’ll be invited.

In addition, we hope you’ll consider joining us each week for our Wednesday All-school

Liturgies at 8:15. These are planned by individual grades, so check the newslettergrades, so check the newsletter to see which class is assigned

for the upcoming week.

Also, plan on joining the Saint Jude Community at the weekend liturgies, Saturdays at 5:00 and Sundays at 9:00 and 11:00.

Saint Jude School Uniforms are availablethrough Lands’ End (900133059).

The Saint Jude Thrift Shop frequentlyhas school uniforms availablehas school uniforms available.

See the Parent Handbook at www.yourclasspage.com (File under Newsletters) for our uniform policy. Note that there are warm

and cold weather options. We’re so happy you’re a part of our Saint

Jude School community. The door is always open if you have any questions or

concerns. You’re always welcome!