DSHA: Parent eNews

2022-23 eNews

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2023-24 School Year Updates | May 1, 2023
May 1, 2023
Dear DSHA Parents and Guardians,
How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1
As you know we have started AP exams and are approaching finals, graduation, and all of the excitement that the end of the school year can bring. In the midst of this busy time for students and families, we wanted to take a minute to share some exciting updates for the 2023-24 school year. This current school year, our faculty collaborative teams have been hard at work planning for next school year. 95% of our outstanding faculty will be returning to support our Dashers for the 2023-24 school year, and the continuity of mission and providing an excellent Catholic, college-preparatory education will remain our constant priority.
DASHER TIME RESTRUCTURE | 2023-24 Updates
Dasher Time in the current iteration was implemented in the 2011-2012 school year. At the time we ran a 7-period schedule, and the purpose of Dasher Time was to make all DSHA resources available to students and meet the wellness needs of our students.　
Over the last twelve years we have changed to an 8-period/Extended Instruction schedule, implemented an Applied Wellness program, and created the ALPHA resource, which is available each period. Over time, the purpose and use of Dasher Time has lost its original focus of productive and optimized time for our students.　
At DSHA we are always looking to improve the quality of life for each Dasher. We want her to feel a sense of belonging and value at DSHA and to make good use of the faith, academic, co-curricular, and leadership opportunities available while growing in her connection to her Dasher sisters. Serving those purposes, Dasher Time remains an important part of our school culture.　
This past Thursday and Friday we met with rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors to clarify the purpose of Dasher Time and announce structural changes that will begin next academic year. Dasher time will be disconnected from lunch and DSHA will use new software to allow students to choose options most days to use her Dasher Time for academic, leadership, and social purposes. These modifications were vetted by a faculty committee and the student Policies and Practices Commission of the DSHA Student Council.
The key highlights include:　
Clarification of the 3 purposes of Dasher Time:   　
- Student academic resource time 　
- Campus Ministry & Student Council leadership meeting time and other related ministries　
- Creating opportunities for student engagement and connection, fostering belonging for every student　
  　
Student academic time can look like:　
- Students working with a teacher.
- Teachers leading academic work with students.
- Students working in small groups, focused on academics.
- Students working quietly on their own, completing homework or studying.
Dasher Dens on Monday Dasher Time:
- Intended to foster small communities of cross-grade level connection; will be based in a teacher’s classroom.
- Designed to increase student connection to DSHA and DSHA activities.　
- Provide additional leadership opportunities: 70 new leadership opportunities created among student body (Den Directors and Den Chaplains).
- Teachers and student leaders guiding girls to make the most effective use of their Dasher Times each week. 　
Faith Fridays + Co-Curriculars:
- Faith Fridays will be held during Dasher Time (disassociated from lunch).
- Because of this, the Co-curricular time on Fridays will be completely dedicated to co-curricular activities.
Supported by Software Tool: EdFiciency  　
- Intervention scheduling software that makes flex time more efficient, incorporates accountability, gives student choice, increases opportunities, and provides data. 　
- Students will fill out this software each week during the Monday Dasher Den time.　
Click here to view the Dasher Time Restructure: Improving the Quality of Life for Each Dasher for a full description.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP | 2023-24 Updates
Over the past several weeks, Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson, Director of Student Services Maria Schram, and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze have worked hard to encourage students to pursue leadership positions for next year in Campus Ministry, Student Council, Dasher Mentors, and the Student Diversity Council.
- Student leadership is important because it provides mentorship and guidance to younger students and improves the overall sense of community at DSHA. How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity!　
- Last week we announced that there would be over 70 new leadership positions to support the new Dasher Dens. This includes a Den Chaplain and two Den Directors for each Den.　
- Decisions regarding many of these positions were communicated last week.
- Students in these positions will participate in leadership training at the end of May in preparation for the 2023-2024 school year.
For questions, contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson, Director of Student Services Maria Schram, or Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DUAL CREDIT COURSES | 2023-24 Updates
For our dual credit courses impacted by Cardinal Stritch University’s closing, please know that we are actively working on developing a new university partnership for the affected courses. DSHA remains committed to offering dual credit courses and will update students and parents as soon as we have information to share. We continue to have dual credit partnerships with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater for Intermediate Fr 252: French and Eng 262: Contemporary Literature, and the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities for Lat 3004: Intermediate Latin Poetry: Vergil.
NEW COURSES | 2023-24 Updates
WORLD LITERATURE – 2360 | World Literature offers a thematic study of texts from around the globe. This course provides students with the opportunity to examine theme, perspective, and purpose within a diverse set of traditional and contemporary writings that may include short stories, poetry, drama, and novels. Each unit will take students on a journey to another corner of the world, allowing them to engage with literature from a variety of cultures. With a focus on both reading and composition, World Literature will require students to write consistently throughout the course. In addition to writing, students will build upon their thinking and speaking skills through large group discussions, small group interactions, and independent work. GRADES: 11-12 | CREDIT: ½ | LENGTH: 1 semester　
ADVANCED PLACEMENT PRECALCULUS – 5131 and 5132 | AP Pre-Calculus covers pre-calculus topics including polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric and polar functions, and functions involving parameters, vectors, and matrices. The material covered in this course will be challenging and may require an increased amount of time to do homework. Students are not required to take the AP exam in May. Students will have to contact colleges about receiving college credit. LENGTH: 2 semesters CREDIT: 1 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | REQUIRED: TI-84 PlusCE (or any T-84 graphing calculator) | PREREQUISITE: Any Geometry and Algebra II class
BL 105: General Biology I – 7141 & 7142 BL 105: General Biology I | This is a dual-credit course; as an introductory science course, this class would be appropriate for someone who is considering being a biology major but would also be a great choice for a student who knows she does not want to major in biology/science but would like the opportunity to earn college science credits at DSHA. This is a lab science course and will provide students with an opportunity to go more in-depth on the following biology concepts: cell division and reproduction, principles of genetic inheritance, gene theory and genetic engineering, the theory of evolution, natural selection and methods of speciation, and more. GRADES: 11-12 | CREDIT: 1 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQUISITE: Accelerated Biology and Chemistry or Honors Chemistry
JOURNALISM – 4175 | This course introduces students to the principles of journalism through the publication of our student newspaper: The Word (student edition). Participants will learn how to write for a variety of purposes and for our DSHA community as they engage in the exciting world of online media. In addition to learning about the laws and ethics of journalistic writing, students will engage in reporting, writing, editing, photography, advertising, management, and teamwork. This course encompasses both traditional, individualized learning and project-based learning. Not only can participants hone their writing skills, but they can also empower their voices as distinctive members of our community with a designated platform for expression. Skills developed in this course support careers in journalism, marketing, project management, and business. GRADES: 10-12 | CREDIT: ½ | LENGTH: 1 semester
Advanced Spanish Literature – 3241 & 3242 | This is a rigorous college preparatory language course intended to develop language proficiency in reading, writing, and spoken expression. Students will expand language comprehension skills through reading and discussing authentic literary works from revered classic and contemporary Spanish and Latin American authors. These literary works will allow students to gain cultural competence, awareness of historical and societal issues as well as deepen appreciation of world cultural diversity. This course uses literature as a base to apply grammar and structure through observation, analysis, and practice. Students make connections with relevant issues or topics in literature, examine and expand their ideas in writing and oral discourse using the target language. This course is taught entirely in Spanish. GRADES: 11-12 | CREDIT: 1 | LENGTH: 2 semesters | PREREQUISITE: Spanish IV, AP Spanish Language & Culture, or consent from the teacher

For questions, contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

While we update you for next year, we look forward to closing out the year with excellence. Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you for entrusting your daughter’s education with DSHA.
God Bless,
Principal Dan Quesnell

DSHA Parent eNews | April 24, 2023

Parent eNews | Monday, April 24

Dear DSHA Parents and Guardians,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Since the beginning of the year, DSHA has been focused on collaboration as one of the delegated responsibilities of the Sisters of the Divine Savior. During this time of year, there are two important things that happen as a result of the collaboration of parents, grandparents, school, and church that help Dashers grow into capable young women of faith, heart, and intellect who accept the gospel call to live lives that make a difference.

First, most confirmation celebrations take place during this spring semester. According to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, in the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is "sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit" and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ. We are grateful to be part of the faith journey of our students and congratulate all juniors who will or have been confirmed this semester.

On Friday this week, we will celebrate College Decision Day for our seniors. The college research, application, and selection process is a journey with which the DSHA College Counseling team is happy to assist. It is a journey you’ve prepared your daughter for since her birth, and one that she has worked hard for herself. Very shortly we will know where our students will matriculate, how much scholarship money they will have earned, and exciting courses of study they will pursue. To be reminded of the amazing accomplishments and matriculation information for the class of 2022, see the spring 2022 edition of The Word Magazine.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES/INFORMATION

NEW! Special Schedule | Wednesday, April 26

DSHA will have a special schedule for the upcoming Grandparent Liturgy on Wednesday, April 26. If your daughter is not attending the Mass, she does not need to be at school until first hour.

Grandparent Liturgy & Breakfast with Granddaughter(s) | 8 - 9:45 a.m.
1st Hour | 9:45 - 10:18 a.m.
2nd Hour | 10:22 - 10:55 a.m.
3rd Hour | 10:59 - 11:32 a.m.
4th Early Class | 11:36 a.m. - 12:09 p.m. & Lunch/Dasher | 12:13 - 12:37 p.m.
4th Late Class | 12:04 - 12:37 p.m. & Lunch/Dasher | 11:36 a.m. -12 p.m.
5th Hour | 12:41 - 1:14 p.m.
6th Hour | 1:18 - 1:51 p.m.
7th Hour | 1:55 - 2:28 p.m.
8th Hour | 2:32 - 3:05 p.m.

If your daughter is not coming to school with her grandparent(s), she must park on the street.

Parking restrictions are lifted on:

100th Street from W. Congress Street to W. Grantosa Drive
Marion Street from N. 100th Street to W. Grantosa Drive

Please consider dropping off your daughter or carpooling. If she arrives after 8:30 a.m., she may park in any available student parking spot.

Questions about Grandparent Liturgy? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

Final Exams | Tuesday, May 23 - Friday, May 26

The schedule for final examinations can be found in the calendar section of the DSHA website (see the month of May). Be sure to double-check the days and times and have your daughter plan accordingly.

Please see the Student Services section of this email for more information on final exam support for your daughter.

AP Exams will run from May 1 - 12; this schedule can also be found on the DSHA Calendar (see the month of May).

NEW! DSHA Dual Credit Courses | For our dual credit courses impacted by Cardinal Stritch’s closing, please know that we are actively working on developing a new university partnership for the affected courses. DSHA will update students and parents as soon as we have information to share.

AP, ACT, and SAT Test Program | We have a very user-friendly FREE AP/ACT/SAT online prep program that is totally individualized. Once a student establishes a login, she can access the test prep site from anywhere, anytime. The site provides individualized feedback on every question and a student could fit this prep into her day, 10-15 minutes at a time.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Campus Ministry Leadership Roles for 2023-24 | A new group of Campus Ministry leaders will be announced at the end of this week. Last week, over 200 students applied and went through interviews to fill various positions such as freshman and sophomore retreat small group leaders, Campus Ministry officers, Mass coordinators, Collections coordinators, Chapel Prayer coordinators, and more.

With such a high volume of enthusiastic candidates, Campus Ministry knows there will be some students who did not get the role they had hoped for. Our office was so impressed by every one and the decisions were hard to make. Please know that while your daughter may not receive a leadership position, she is a part of Campus Ministry and there will be lots of opportunities for her to be part of those ministries.

All 2023-24 Campus Ministry Leaders will have a leadership retreat on May 30 or May 31. Please remind your daughter to mark off 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. one of those days. There will be more information to come.

NEW! Upcoming Dates and Activities in Campus Ministry

Wednesday, April 26 | Grandparent Liturgy | 8 - 9:45 a.m.
Friday, April 28 | 2023-24 Campus Ministry Leadership Roles Announced & Faith Friday Mass
Monday, May 1 | Service Hours Due
Wednesday, May 3 | All Day Eucharistic Adoration in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel
Thursday, May 4 | Collections Day and PB & J Ministry
Friday, May 5 | Faith Friday Mass

NEW! Service Hours | Submissions Due Monday, May 1

DSHA believes that service to others is central to our Salvatorian Catholic identity. We not only require our students to serve others; we also give them credit for completing their service hours each year. Service is included on every students’ transcripts as a reflection of who we are and what we require of our students for graduation. Failure to complete service requirements shows up on permanent transcript records. Please check in with your daughters and ask them to complete the following:

Log their completed service hours on x2VOL.
Make sure their hours have been verified by the service sites.
Sign up for service hours.
Set up a meeting with Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84, to make a plan if she is struggling.

Contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart , DSHA '84, for additional information.

NEW! Hygiene Kits for Kinship Community | As with food insecurity, hygiene insecurity is more prevalent than we realize. When we provide hygiene products to our community, everyone can feel dignified, clean, and healthy.

The DSHA Service Team co-curricular has organized a drive for hygiene kits for the Kinship Community Food Center from Monday, May 1 - Wednesday, May 17, with bins for each class in the quad. Please contribute full-sized items, which allow community members to bring them home to their families. Donations will be according to classes.

Freshmen families can contribute the following: Baby shampoo, baby lotion, diaper rash ointment
Sophomore families can contribute the following: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss
Junior families can contribute the following: Body wash, shampoo, conditioner
Senior families can contribute the following: Body lotion, tampons, pads
TSC members can contribute the following: Shaving cream, deodorant, combs, brushes

The most generous class will receive a fun dessert on Friday, May 19 during lunch!

NEW! Pack the Pantries | DSHA's last two collection days of the year, Thursday, May 4, and Thursday, May 18, will benefit the nearby St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry and the Freidens Food Pantries in Milwaukee. Specific needs of the pantries include:

Peanut butter and jelly
Breakfast grains (cereal, oatmeal, etc.)
Canned fruits and vegetables (potatoes, corn, green beans, mixed fruit, peaches, etc.)
Canned meats (chicken, tuna, salmon, spam, etc.)
Canned soup/pasta (chicken noodle, cream vegetable soups, spaghetti-o's, ravioli, etc.)
Rice
Jell-O

Dashers who bring in a bag of 10 items for the pantries will be added to a raffle for the chance to win a $25 Starbucks gift card. The most generous class during Pack the Pantries will also receive popsicles on Thursday, May 18 during lunch!

NEW! Baccalaureate Mass & Senior Honors Night | Thursday, May 25 from 6 - 8 p.m.

Baccalaureate & Senior Honors Night will take place on Thursday, May 25 from 6 - 8 p.m. Information was sent home in a senior packet before spring break.

Just a reminder that all seniors are asked to be there as the first part of graduation and the last entire class event in the DSHA building. Dashers should plan to dress up in Mass-appropriate clothing and plan to stay through the honors awards. There is plenty of seating so bring family and friends to celebrate your senior. Mass will be a beautiful celebration of the faith that has been the foundation of their four years at DSHA and our blessing to them as they become women of faith in the world.

NEW! Lenten Season Recap & Thank You | Lent was such a blessed time at DSHA this year. We had strong participation from students in all of the programming, from the phone fast and Stations of the Cross, to the Soup with Substance speaker series, and more. Lenten Reconciliation Day was particularly powerful with the priests not having a single break in the day with so many Dashers choosing to receive the sacrament.

Near the end of Lent, we had our Campus Ministry Carnival to raise funds for Best Buddies, a non-profit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We are so grateful to the parents who donated spa items, gift cards, and other fun prizes for the event. Your generosity made this an appealing event to students and made the almsgiving a joyful celebration.

We couldn’t do anything in Campus Ministry without the amazing DSHA parents that form our students. You are their role models, and we get to see and support the best in them every day because of the amazing women you have parented them to be. In this Easter season, all of the campus ministers would like to say a special thanks to all of you.

Ballpark Day of Faith | Sunday, June 18

Are you looking for a bonding opportunity for your daughter and her father on Father's Day? The 12th Annual Ballpark Day of Faith is more that just a tailgate. Join the Brewers versus Pirates game for a chance to share a day of beauty and joy with family where the sacred meets the secular.

Click here to learn more.

Archdiocese of Milwaukee Safe Environment Week | “Safer Schools. Safer Parishes. Safer Families.”

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee recognizes April 24 – April 30 as Safe Environment Awareness Week. Each year in the month of April, which is recognized around the country as child abuse prevention month, every parish, school, and the entire faith community focuses on the importance of keeping our children and youth safe. The archdiocese is committed to maintaining safe environments in our parishes and schools through the following:

Adult child abuse prevention training
Criminal background checks for all clergy
Training for volunteers working with minors and employees
Safety training for children in each grade level
Adhering to to all mandatory reporting requirement laws

In addition, during this week, DSHA will pray for victims of child abuse. Students in Applied Wellness will have a chance to complete a pinwheel for prevention art project.

Click here to read Archbishop Listecki's Safe Environment Week Proclamation.

Click here to read the Safe Environment "Did You Know?" information.

SISTERS OF THE DIVINE SAVIOR UPDATES

NEW! Nominations for the Sisters of the Divine Savior’s Woman of Faith Award | Submissions Due Friday, May 26

Parents, if you know a woman in the Greater Milwaukee Area who positively impacts the lives of others through her service, we want to know her too. Nominations for the 23rd Women of Faith Award will remain open until Friday, May 26.

Click here to submit a nomination.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

NEW! Final Exam Support | Finals are just around the corner! Is your daughter ready? Prepared? Anxious?

Counselors are available to help students prepare for exams, make a study schedule, and assist with easing the nerves that finals potentially bring. Student Services and counselors can aid with time management, study skills, organization, and different ways to prepare for end of the year exams. Counselors will use the Applied Wellness experiences to work in small groups and prepare study schedules. They will also be available to work one-on-one with individual students. Please encourage your daughter to see their counselor for any final exam prep support.

Last names starting with A-G & X-Z | School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07

Last names starting with H-O | School Counselor Janet Como

Last names starting with P-W | School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

College Decision Day | Friday, April 28

Senior parents, your daughters are about eight weeks away from graduating and will soon join a community of over 15,000 women – the DSHA alumnae family.

College Decision Day is a long-standing tradition where graduating seniors don their college gear to represent where they will be attending next fall. This event will run from 11:59 a.m. - 12:29 p.m. The celebration begins in the DSHA Commons where both the Student Services and Advancement departments will collect vital information from the senior class. Afterwards, seniors will be invited outside to celebrate with sweet treats, music, photo opportunities, and more!

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea or Alumnae Director Danielle Rabe, DSHA '08.

NEW! College Scholarship Information Request | Due Monday, May 1

Senior parents — if your daughter has not done so already, please ask her to take a few minutes to complete the form regarding all scholarships and awards received. Please have her list college academic scholarships, local business scholarships, scholarships from organizations, and any non-DSHA scholarships.

This information may be used in several ways:

To celebrate all of the accomplishments of the class of 2023
To track and learn trends and opportunities to help guide future Dashers
To use in the Honors Day booklet, the awards ceremony booklet, or in other DSHA publications. We will not list the individual award amounts; we will use the class data in certain reports.

Students and parents/guardians must sign the form, and students must return it to Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02, in Student Services.

If this form is not returned by Monday, May 1, your awards/scholarships will not be included in the Honors Day booklet.

Click here to access the form.

NEW! PROMPT College Essay Support for Juniors | Wednesday, April 26 & Thursday, April 27

Juniors — are college essays on your mind? Prompt will be hosting two more of their “Secrets to Great College Applications and Essays" webinars. Your daughter has the opportunity to talk with a Prompt Writing Coach about developing excellent college essays. They’ll share practical advice on how to develop compelling essay content, avoid common mistakes, and answer questions during a live Q&A session.

Prompt is the world’s leading provider of college admissions essay coaching. Each year, they support thousands of students throughout the application and essay process. 3 in 4 applicants who work with Prompt gain admission to one or more of their reach colleges!

Registration is free, and is required for all Prompt events; you can sign up for the remaining April webinars here:

Wednesday, April 26 | 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 27 | 8:30 p.m.

NEW! DSHA College Application Workshop Additional Information | Mornings of June 6 - 8

This summer DSHA will once again hold the College “AppReady” Summer Workshop. Join Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea and college admissions representatives for a three-day College Application Workshop. The be "AppReady" workshop will prepare rising seniors by creating their accounts and beginning the completion of the common application. The workshop will help them tackle the first college essay draft and get them prepared for application season. There will be over twenty college admission counselors ready to give feedback on student essays.

There are only 50 spots available on a first come/first serve basis. All participants will be charged through MyTuition. The details are as follows:

Who: The DSHA Class of 2024
When: Tuesday, June 6 - Thursday, June 8
Time: 9 - 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 6 and Wednesday, June 7
Time: 9 - 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 8
Where: DSHA
Cost: $175 per student | Students will be billed through MyTuition

Please note that attendance is required for all three days of the program. A minimum registration of attendees will be required for this session to be held.

Click here to register.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Applied Wellness Experience | Applied Wellness experiences will continue to be offered through the end of the school year.

Students are encouraged to make wellness choices at the start of the week and commit to something they feel would be a suitable break for the week.
Research shows that periodic breaks throughout the day don’t just provide valuable downtime, but they also boost productivity while giving students opportunities to develop their creativity and social skills.

Encourage your daughter to take ownership of her wellness choices and avoid simply checking a requirement box.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogues | Friday, May 5 & Friday, May 12

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will be hosting a Hispanic Heritage Dasher Dialogue on Friday, May 5, in the Commons from 11:28 a.m. - 12:29 p.m. On Friday, May 12, in collaboration with the Asian Student Union co-curricular, the Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will host an Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Dasher Dialogue. This will be the last Dasher Dialogue of the school year and held in the DSHA Commons from 11:28 a.m. - 12:29 p.m.

The discussion topics for next school year's Dasher Dialogues will be decided at the upcoming Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council retreat in August.

Optional Dasher Dialogues have been a part of the fabric of DSHA for the last seven years. Consistent with the DSHA mission to form young women who accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference, Dasher Dialogues create a loving and caring space for conversations that can be uncomfortable. These conversations focus on the dignity of every Dasher while helping students understand their responsibility to act as disciples of Jesus Christ.

NEW! DEI Student Council Leadership Roles | Applications for the Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council closed last week. Interviews for these positions will be held in early May.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Junior Prom Information | Junior Prom will take place this Saturday, April 29 at the Italian Community Center in Milwaukee. Parking is available on site. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and students and guests must arrive by 7:15 p.m. The dance ends at 10 p.m.

NEW! Graduation Dinner Dance | Tuesday, May 30

Save the date for the Graduation Dinner Dance on Tuesday, May 30. This event is hosted by DSHA families of the class of 2023 for our graduates.

Invitation and further details will be sent to students and families soon. Register for this event via myDSHA from Tuesday, April 25 - Monday, May 8.

Families, if you want to help plan this memorable DSHA tradition, we are in need of organizers, chaperones, and underwriters! Please email senior class parent Sarah Martin for questions or to join this fun committee.

Graduation Dress Details | Senior parents, below are the guidelines for graduation dresses. All graduates must submit a photo of themselves wearing the dress to Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks no later than Thursday, May 2. The photo may be submitted in person or electronically.

Full or Tea Length White/Ivory Dress | The white or ivory graduation dress is to be floor length or tea length (mid-calf). A wrap or cover-up in white or ivory is allowed and encouraged with backless, strapless, or halter dresses. Any color graduation dress other than white or ivory is not acceptable. Alternatively, students may choose to wear a white or ivory pantsuit. Any color pantsuit other than white or ivory is not acceptable.
White Gloves | Full length white or ivory gloves are mandatory.
Hair, Jewelry, and Shoes | Hair and jewelry should be appropriate for the occasion and conservative in appearance. Shoes must be white or ivory in color.

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

Parking for 2023-2024 School Year | Information for parking for the rising juniors and seniors will be coming soon. Please watch your email for more information on how to register. All seniors who submit requests before the deadline will receive a pass. Junior parking passes will be issued through a lottery system.

Questions about parking? Please contact Executive Assistant

Dawn Hathaway.

Attendance Reminders | If your daughter is going to miss school for any reason, please call our Attendance Office at 414-721-2920 as soon as possible. If your daughter is marked absent from class, and we have not heard from you, she will be marked unexcused and given a slip to verify her absence. If her absence does not get verified, she may receive a Saturday detention.

Uniform and Snack Donations | We are in high need of uniform donations. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Secondly, the Student Services team is looking for snack donations that are given out to students in need.

Any snack or uniform donations can be dropped off at the DSHA Main Office.

Boys & Girls Club Free Driver's Education Courses | Monday - Friday, 5 - 7 p.m. at The Ready Center

The Boys & Girls Club is offering free driver's education courses to teenagers 15-17 years old at The Ready Center. Classes are limited to 20 participants and participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club.

Click here for registration information.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

BUSINESS OFFICE UPDATES

NEW! 2022-23 Tuition Statements | To access your statement, log into your myDSHA account, go to the Resource tab, and click on the Blackbaud Tuition Management tab.

Senior families – your tuition accounts must be paid by Monday, May 15.

Questions? Contact Accounts Receivable Coordinator Sandy Vrana at (414) 721-2916.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

NEW! Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, April 25 at 8:30am in the Fireside Lounge

Please join us for the last Parent Association Meeting of the year!

DSHA TSC Breakfast Volunteers | We need breakfast volunteers for the TSC (DSHA faculty and staff) breakfast on Wednesday, May 3. Please consider signing up.

Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting and to learn more about what is happening in the Fine Arts at DSHA. Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

NEW! Fine Arts Award Celebration | Wednesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Commons

This award celebration is hosted by the DSHA Parent Fine Arts Association. Please join us as we celebrate the 2022-23 student fine arts achievements, recognize participants, and announce the 2023 PFAA scholarship winners and reveal the DSHA Fine Arts Woman of the Year!

No RSVP is necessary. Please contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker with any questions.

NEW! Dasher Resale Information | Wednesday, June 14 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

If you are looking to buy or sell your daughter's used uniforms or textbooks, this is a great opportunity! Uniforms and textbook collections will happen during exam week.

Juniors and seniors | Drop off used uniforms and textbooks | Tuesday, May 23 from 11 a.m. - noon
Freshmen and sophomores | Drop off used uniforms and textbooks | Wednesday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - noon
All-students | Drop off used uniforms and textbooks | Thursday, May 25 from 11 a.m. - noon

Textbook and uniform inventory sheets and instructions on how to participate will be available on myDSHA under the Parent Resources tab after Monday, May 1. Students will also receive additional information from Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks in May.

Volunteer sign up will be available in May via sign up genius. Individuals volunteering for the actual Dasher Resale event or collections will receive priority shopping for the Resale. The volunteer sign up sheet will be available in the Parent eNews on Monday, May 8.

If you are planning to shop the Dasher Resale on June 14, you must sign up for a time slot. The shopping sign up genius will be available at the end of May. Volunteers receive priority and then the sign up genius will open to the rest of the DSHA community.

Please join us!

Join one of our DSHA Parent Associations | Parents are key members of the DSHA community and important partners in much of the work done through the school on behalf of each student. In addition to individual volunteer activities, these organizations provide opportunities for parents to meet and work together. The parent chairs of the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and the Parent Fine Arts Association invite you to become involved by supporting these organizations with your time and voluntary dues. Dues are $25 per association.

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

NEW! Parent Athletic Association Golf Outing | Friday, September 8

Save the date for the annual PAA Golf Outing! The team donation page is live; feel free to make an early donation on behalf of your daughter's sport.

Click here to donate to the PAA Outing.

Click here to volunteer for the PAA Outing.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Sign Up to Volunteer Today | Volunteers hold a special place in the fabric of our community, and we invite you to join a fantastic team that truly makes a difference in the lives of our young women while you get to know other Dasher parents.

Prom | Saturday, April 29 | Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks
Baccalaureate Mass & Graduation Ceremony | Thursday, May 25 - Friday, May 26
2023 Parent Athletic Association Golf Outing | Friday, September 8

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! Save the Dates | Upcoming DSHA Fine Arts Events

NEW! HandbellPalooza Spring-Bellaroo | Monday, May 1 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Commons

The concert will feature performances from the 1st hour Varsity Handbells and 2nd and 4th hour JV Handbells. The groups will be playing over 50 years of pop music including classic songs by The Beatles, Marvin Gaye, Led Zeppelin, Coldplay, and more. The Divine Strings drum, guitar, and keyboard players will perform with the groups.

NEW! Spring Instrumental Concert | Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

This concert is a celebration of the Baroque composer George Frideric Handel with excerpts from the Messiah by the DSHA Divine Strings and Orchestra. The performance will include the complete original and unabridged music for the Royal Fireworks. DSHA Divine Strings will feature senior guitarist and rising college music major Flora Miroslaw, DSHA '23, soloing on Purple Haze and Sweet Child O' Mine.

Parents, you won’t want to miss the orchestra’s take on two Van Halen classics. Please join us in the theatre or livestream the event on YouTube @DSHAHighSchool.

NEW! Spring Choral Concert | Friday, May 5 at 7 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

The 2023 Spring Vocal Concert, "O Lord, in the morning You will hear my voice," will feature both the DSHA Concert Choir and DSHA’s Angelaires. Audience members will be treated to songs centering on morning, dawn, and the beauty of the Earth. Featuring songs from Broadway to The Beatles, Harry Styles, and traditional American and English folk songs, you won’t want to miss this celebration of song. This free concert will also be livestreamed on YouTube @DSHAHighSchool.

NEW! Important DSHA Fall Musical Dates

Wednesday, May 10 | Title of DSHA's 2023 Fall Musical Announced
Wednesday, May 31 | Auditions for DSHA's 2023 Fall Musical
Thursday, June 1 | Callbacks for DSHA's 2023 Fall Musical

Audition information will be posted on the DSHA website on Monday, May 15. All students interested in participating should plan to attend. Students still on the fence about auditioning this school year will have the opportunity to join the ensemble in the fall.

Please contact Theatre Director Zachary Ziegler with additional questions.

Community Theatre Works | Disney’s Descendants | High Schoolers Needed!

Auditions for Community Theatre Works’ (CTW) summer production of Disney’s Descendents will take place on Wednesday, June 7 for students in rising grades 9-12. Adults may audition either day. Callbacks will be held Thursday, June 8 for all ages. Audition materials will be posted on the CTW website on Monday, May 1. All students in rising grades 9 - 12 will get a part in the show.

Students in rising grades 9-12 must register for DSHA Summer Cool to audition.

Rehearsals begin Monday, June 19 and run Monday through Friday from 12 - 4 p.m. for high school students and lead roles. There will be no rehearsal Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4. Performances will be held Friday, July 14 - Sunday, July 16.

Click here to register for DSHA Summer Cool for Community Theatre Works.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	3/5 - 19	3/20 - 4/2	4/3 - 23	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	4	1	0	88
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	20	11	0	181
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	1	2	1	58
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0	9
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

Community Health Measures | The health and safety of the DSHA community remains our priority. Our up-to-date COVID protocols can be found on the DSHA website under DSHA Community Health Measures. Any changes to the protocols during the school year will be communicated via the eNews.

Click here to view our full Community Health Measures | 2022-23

School COVID Lab Closing | Friday, April 28

The on-site COVID testing clinic will remain open for students, household members, and staff through Friday, April 28. After April 28, the COVID testing clinic will no longer be available as state programming will end that day. However, home testing kits will be available through School Nurse Patti Hughes. Please contact if her you need any kits and please report positive or negative test results to the school nursing office.

Click here to register for a test at the COVID lab.

NEW! Message from the School Nurse Patti Hughes

This is the last week of the DSHA COVID Lab. DSHA is so appreciative of the partnership with Accelerated Clinical Laboratories in Wauwatosa who has been with us for the last year and a half.
Federal funding for COVID tests will expire soon. If you or a family member are in need of a rapid home test kit, School Nurse Patti Hughes will be able to assist with that for the remainder of the semester. Individuals can also obtain test kits at their local pharmacies or have testing at their healthcare provider.
There are no school illness trends to share as we've just welcomed students back from the spring and Easter break. There have been some GI symptoms indicative of post-travel.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! #DasherDay2023 Updates and Thank You

The DSHA community showed up to make this year's day of giving the most successful one yet! Thank you for showing your DSHA spirit and sharing why you are #GladToBePlaid. We raised an initial $93,902 from 402 donors and surpassed our goal of 350 donors! One of DSHA's alumna was so inspired by the generosity of you – our community – that she donated $6,200 on Friday to help us reach $100,000 for #DasherDay2023.

Thank you so much for your support!

Click here to view the excitement from last week.

NEW! DSHA Annual Fund | There is still time to support the annual fund. Gifts of any size help us get one step closer to our goal of $1.08M this fiscal year.

Click here to make a gift to the DSHA Annual Fund.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! National Letter of Intent Signing | Tuesday, April 18

Tuesday, April 18 was the last opportunity for student-athletes to sign their National Letter of Intent at DSHA. The DSHA Athletic Department was proud to celebrate Yesenia Morales, DSHA '23, who will be playing rugby at the United States Military Academy West Point and Charlie Lund, DSHA '23, who will be rowing at the University of San Diego.

Congratulations and best wishes to the two Dashers as they move on to play at the next level!

Upcoming Events | Come support the DSHA lacrosse, rugby, soccer, softball, and track and field teams this season.

Click here to find event times and locations.

DSHA Spring Sports Calendar | If you are looking for an easy way to stay up to date about game times, locations, postponements, and opponents sign up for mobile alerts from r-School.

Follow the link
Click "Notify Me" on the right side of the column
Follow the prompts

NEW! DSHA Track & Field Competes in GMC Conference | Wednesday, April 5

The DSHA Track & Field team competed in the GMC Indoor Conference meet on Wednesday, April 5 at Germantown. The varsity team finished second overall. Special congratulations to the following Dashers:

Dani Riemer, DSHA '25, took 3rd in the 55 meter dash, 1st in the triple jump, and 1st in the long jump.
Natalie Swiderski, DSHA '24, took 2nd in the 55 meter high hurdles and 3rd in the 55 meter low hurdles.
The 4X800 meter relay team made up of Madeline Mahoney, DSHA '23; Mairin Daily, DSHA '25; Saylor Masters, DSHA '25; and Haddon Russell, DSHA '23, took 2nd.
Felicity Giampietro, DSHA '23, took 2nd in the 200 meter dash.
Annie Larsen, DSHA '24, took 3rd in the 3200 meter run.
Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23, took 3rd in the shot put.

Congratulations on a great meet!

Faith Fridays for Spring Sports | The Faith Fridays with spring sports intentions will be as follows:

Friday, May 5 | Soccer & Softball
Friday, May 12 | Spring Rugby

Please encourage your daughter to attend Faith Friday on the designated day. She can wear her team spirit wear with her skirt at Mass. A group photo will be taken following the service.

NEW! DSHA Golf Team Academic Honor | The Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin (GCAW) announced the recipients of the 12th annual Team Academic All-State award. The award was established to recognize high school golf teams with the highest team grade point averages. Team is defined as the five golfers on the roster for the girls’ fall 2022 WIAA regional tournament. Schools with at least a 3.25 team GPA will receive a certificate acknowledging honorable mention status.

DSHA achieved Honorable Mention in Division 1. Members of the team included Kate Krueger, DSHA '24; Maddie Olson, DSHA '23; Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23; Ava Roesch, DSHA '26; and Hannah Strachota, DSHA '25.

Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

DSHA Summer Cool Sports Camps | The DSHA 2023 Summer Cool Sports Camps still have spaces left. Please encourage families of girls in rising grades 1-9 to register by Monday, May 15.

Click here to register for DSHA Summer Cool.

2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame! The deadline for submission of nominations is Monday, May 1.

Click here to view the nomination criteria.

Click here to complete an online nomination.

Click here to download a nomination form to mail.

2023-24 Fall Tryouts| Fall tryout information is here.

Click here for tryout information and details.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

NEW! Upcoming Admission Events | Mark your calendars for the following admissions events!

Future Dasher Night | Monday, May 1

Help us cheer on DSHA's varsity softball team as they take on Brookfield Central on Thursday, May 4! The game starts at 4:30 p.m. Future Dashers should check in at the admissions table to receive DSHA swag!

Click here to register for Future Dasher Night.

2023 DSHA Summer Cool

Registration is still open for 2023 Summer Cool! From visual arts and STEM camps, to faith and athletics offerings, there is something for every girl in rising grades 1-9 at DSHA Summer Cool. Create and build a customizable schedule that works for your family!

Visit dsha.info/summer to view the full brochure, camp schedules, camp descriptions, and other important information.

Click here to register for DSHA Summer Cool.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA IS HIRING!

Current openings include:

Substitute Teacher
Head Basketball Coach

Click here to view DSHA's current openings.

Questions? Contact Director of Human Resources Claire Hartley.

DSHA Parent eNews | April 3, 2023

Parent eNews | Monday, April 3

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Last week, we completed our retreat programming for the school year with our final two sophomore retreats. Our DSHA Campus Ministry team, faculty and staff, and student leaders successfully led nine retreats this year—including the Mother Mary Mission Day Retreat for DSHA faculty and staff.

The sophomore retreat concludes with a particular prayer entitled The Gratitude Circle. During this time, students often express gratitude for the connections they made with classmates, the junior small group leaders, and the senior retreat coordinators. These connections come from spending time together in this setting and with phone-free conditions that allow for face-to-face conversations where girls see the goodness and kindness of Jesus in one another.

As we enter Holy Week, we are reminded that the goodness and kindness of Jesus is most evident in His sacrifice for us on the cross. Our mission as a Catholic school is centered on Christ, and one way we live this out is through our retreat program. The Gratitude Circle prayer helps our students live together in unity as they recognize the goodness and kindness of Jesus in one another.

May you have a safe and restful Easter and spring break!

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

NEW! Mandatory Class Meetings | Tuesday, April 4

Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will attend a mandatory class meetings to hear about various leadership opportunities in Campus Ministry, DSHA Student Council (including DEI council), Dasher mentors, co-curriculars, athletics, and more.
Seniors will attend a mandatory senior class meeting to discuss important end of year and graduation information. Parents, stayed tuned for additional information via email later in the week.

These are the last class meetings before spring break.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Academic Check-In

DSHA is halfway through the 4th quarter! Please be sure to check your daughter’s academic progress by logging into myDSHA. Once school resumes after Easter Break on April 17, students only have 5 weeks of classes before final exams.

NEW! Final Exams | Tuesday, May 23 - Friday, May 26

The schedule for final examinations can be found in the calendar section of the DSHA website. Be sure to double-check the days and times and have your daughter plan accordingly.

NEW! Congratulations to the DSHA Class of 2023 Valedictorian Kate Hemsworth, DSHA '23!

NEW! Congratulations to the DSHA Class of 2023 Salutatorian Mae Scheuing, DSHA '23!

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

Lent | During Lent, we unite ourselves through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to better enter the experience of the pascal mystery. This year we focused on supporting the organizations that the student body voted on as a part of our $10,000 Together challenge. Those organizations are the MacCannon Brown Homeless Sanctuary, Best Buddies of WI, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

NEW! Campus Ministry | Upcoming Events

Lenten Small Groups | Monday, April 3
Holy Week All-School Stations of the Cross | Wednesday, April 5
2023-24 CM Leader Applications Due Online | Sunday, April 16　
2023-24 Officer and Retreat Coordinator Interviews | Tuesday, April 18　
2023-24 Small Group Leader & Campus Ministry Leader Circles, Collections Day, and PB & J Ministry | Thursday, April 20　
Faith Friday Mass | Friday, April 21　
Alumnae Service Day | Saturday, April 22 - see below for more information

NEW! 2023-24 Campus Ministry Leadership Applications | Mandatory Class Meetings on Tuesday, April 4

Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will attend a mandatory class meeting on Tuesday, April 4, to hear about the Campus Ministry leadership opportunities for next year. Campus Ministry needs more than 100 student leaders for prayer, service, and retreats.

Please encourage your daughter to pray about applying for a Campus Ministry leadership position. It's a great opportunity to grow in her faith while bringing others closer to God.

Click here for more information and to view Campus Ministry leadership opportunities.

All-School Stations of the Cross | Wednesday, April 5 at 10:03 a.m.

In order to accommodate the All-School Stations of the Cross experience, Wednesday, April 5, will NOT be a late start day. Classes will begin at 7:50 a.m. as usual.

Students will experience Jesus’ Way of the Cross through the eyes of His mother, Mary, on Wednesday, April 5. This will take place in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre. Parents are welcome to join but should check-in at the main office upon arrival.

Please contact Theology Faculty & Campus Minister for Retreats Jena Thurow-Mountin for more information.

NEW! Grandparents Day Mass Ministers | Lectors, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, ushers, and gift bearers are needed for our 2023 Grandparents Day Mass on Wednesday, April 26. Please contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson by Wednesday, April 12 if your daughter and/or her grandparents would like to help with Mass.

NEW! Alumnae Service Day | Saturday, April 22

Is your daughter looking for more service opportunities? There will be lots of opportunities to get service hours on Saturday, April 22. The morning will consist of Salvatorian service with DSHA Alumnae and the afternoon will consist of DSHA service to our teachers and building.

All service opportunities can be found on x2VOL. Please contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84, for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

Spring Sophomore Meetings with School Counselors | School counselors are currently meeting with all sophomore students regarding their academic and college/career planning. The purpose of this meeting is to check in with students on how they have been getting involved and how they are engaging in their personal wellness. They will also have the chance to explore Naviance, an online tool available to all students in exploring career and college information. If your sophomore missed her sophomore meeting, she should reach out to schedule it with their assigned school counselor.

Last names starting with A-G & X-Z | School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07
Last names starting with H-O | School Counselor Janet Como
Last names starting with P-W | School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! College Decision Day | Friday, April 28

Senior parents, your daughters are just under eight weeks away from graduation and will soon join a community of over 15,000 women – the DSHA Alumnae.

College Decision Day is a long-standing tradition where graduating seniors don their college gear, to represent where they will be attending next fall. This event will run from 11:59 a.m. - 12:29 p.m. The celebration begins in the DSHA Commons where both the Student Services and Advancement departments will collect vital information from the senior class. Afterwards, seniors will be invited outside to celebrate with sweet treats, music, photo opportunities, and more!

Revolution Prep AP, SAT, and ACT Exam Support | As examination season is upon us, Revolution Prep is offering free practice tests.

Click here for more information and to register.

College Essay Support | This spring, Prompt is hosting a series of free "Secrets to Great College Applications and Essays" webinars. A Prompt writing coach will share practical advice to help your daughter develop a compelling personal brand, identify what to write about, and avoid common mistakes. They’ll also host a live Q & A session.

Registration is required for all Prompt events. Your daughter can sign up for the upcoming webinars here:

For more support from Prompt, check out the DSHA Prompt Resources Page.

Individual Junior Meetings | Now through Thursday, April 27

Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea will be meeting with each junior student to help start the college search and share information on the college application process here at DSHA. Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02, is in the process of scheduling the meetings. Please contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea with further questions.

DSHA College Application Workshop | Mornings of June 6 - 8

DSHA will once again be offering a college application workshop for rising seniors this summer. This three-day workshop will focus on completing the common application including the essay section. Students will also have their college essays read by two different college admissions counselors.

More information will be sent out at a later date.

College Fair Information and Registration | Wisconsin Education Fairs

Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location.

The fair includes all UW state universities and centers, Wisconsin's independent colleges and universities, Wisconsin technical colleges, and many out-of-state institutions. In addition, many community colleges, trade schools, and national service organizations are represented.

Click here for fair dates and registration.

National Association for College Admission Counseling Virtual College Fairs

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is hosting virtual college fairs. Title IV eligible and accredited colleges, universities, and other postsecondary institutions and programs will be present.

International institutions that offer academic degrees or diplomas sanctioned by the country's Ministry of Higher Education or by a US accrediting association will also be in attendance.

Click here for virtual fair dates and registration.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Applied Wellness Meeting Reminders

Applied Wellness will be meeting with sophomores and juniors for an end of the year check-in. There will also be an opportunity for them to complete an interest survey that will be used to develop programming for the next year. Attendance will be taken for sophomore and junior students. Any sophomore or junior student that misses April 3 or 4 should report to the DSHA Den during their Applied Wellness hour for information they missed.

Sophomore Check-In | Monday, April 3 | Robert & Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre during their Applied Wellness hour
Juniors Check-In | Tuesday, April 4 | Robert & Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre during their Applied Wellness hour
Senior Survey | Seniors will be completing a capstone survey allowing them an opportunity to reflect over the past 4 years.

NEW! Awesome School Mental Health Surveys | Available Sunday, April 2 - Monday, April 17

Your daughter will once again have the opportunity to complete a confidential self-care assessment through Awesome Schools from Sunday, April 2 - Monday, April 17. The ownership is on your daughter to complete the brief assessment within the window available. Immediate feedback is provided and she will see her new results compared to the previous fall semester.

This is a confidential assessment so only your daughter can view the results. An email will arrive from awe@awesomeschools.com so she should check spam if she does not see it in her dsha inbox by Monday, April 3.

If you would like to learn more, please feel free to visit Awesome School's website. Completing this assessment provides an opportunity for Dashers to compare the results of this assessment to their current state of mind. It allows your daughter to take a moment to reflect on what is both going well or not going well in her life.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogue | Friday, April 21

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will be hosting an Autism Awareness Dasher Dialogue on Friday, April 21, in the Commons from 11:28 - 12:29 p.m.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

Junior Prom | Tickets Available for Purchase Today - Wednesday, April 5

Tickets for Junior Prom are now available on your daughter's myDSHA account. They will be available for purchase until Wednesday, April 5. Forms must be signed by both the parent and student.

Full or Tea Length White/Ivory Dress | The white or ivory graduation dress is to be floor length or tea length (mid-calf). A wrap or cover-up in white or ivory is allowed and encouraged with backless, strapless, or halter dresses. Any color graduation dress other than white or ivory is not acceptable. Alternatively, students may choose to wear a white or ivory pantsuit. Any color pantsuit other than white or ivory is not acceptable.
White Gloves | Full length white or ivory gloves are mandatory.
Hair, Jewelry, and Shoes | Hair and jewelry should be appropriate for the occasion and conservative in appearance. Shoes must be white or ivory in color.

Uniform and Snack Donations | We are in high need of uniform donations. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Secondly, the Student Services team is looking for snack donations that are given out to students in need.

Any snack or uniform donations can be dropped off at the DSHA Main Office.

Boys & Girls Club Free Driver's Education Courses | Monday - Friday, 5 - 7 p.m. at The Ready Center

Click here for registration information.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

NEW! Ballpark Day of Faith | Sunday, June 18

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

BUSINESS OFFICE UPDATES

NEW! 2022-2023 Blackbaud Tuition Statements | To access your statement, log into your myDSHA account, go to the Resource tab, and click on the Blackbaud Tuition Management tab.

Senior families – your Blackbaud tuition accounts must be paid by Monday, May 15.

Questions? Contact Accounts Receivable Coordinator Sandy Vrana at (414) 721-2916.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

Future PFAA meetings include:

● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting and to learn more about what is happening in the Fine Arts at DSHA. Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

NEW! Parent Association Meeting | The next DSHA Parent Association meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 25. Please join us!

NEW! DSHA TSC Breakfast Volunteers | We need TSC (DSHA faculty and staff) breakfast volunteers for Wednesday, May 3. Please consider signing up.

Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

Dasher Resale Additional Information | If you are looking to buy or sell your daughter's used uniforms or textbooks, this is a great opportunity! Uniforms and textbook collections will happen during exam week.

Junior and senior students may drop off used uniforms and textbooks. | Tuesday, May 23 from 11 a.m. - noon
Freshman and sophomore students may drop off used uniforms and textbooks. | Wednesday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - noon
All-students may drop off used uniforms and textbooks. | Thursday, May 25 from 11 a.m. - noon

This parent-run event will happen on Wednesday, June 14 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Stay tuned for more details to come soon.

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Dasher Day of Giving | Wednesday, April 19

Dasher Day of Giving is an opportunity for parents, alumnae, dedicated faculty and staff, and friends of the DSHA community to join us and celebrate why we are #GladToBePlaid. The 24-hour period raises critical dollars for the DSHA Annual Fund and helps us reach our goal of $1.08 million this year. Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school.

Last year, on Dasher Day of Giving, the DSHA community rallied in record numbers. This year, let’s show our community how Dashers work together and set a new record of generosity. We have set a goal of 350 donors, the most gifts in one day in DSHA giving day history!

Want to be more involved? Join the #DasherDay2023 volunteer team! Whether in-person or virtually, giving day volunteers can have a big impact. Invite fellow families to give via text-a-thon, write thank you notes to donors, and generate a spirit of gratitude in partnership with other DSHA families. The best part? You can have a big impact by volunteering for 30 minutes or less.

Click here to make your gift early.

Click here to sign up to volunteer for Dasher Day of Giving.

Click here more information about Dasher Day of Giving.

Grandparent Liturgy | RSVP by Wednesday, April 19

DSHA invites grandparents to join us for the annual Grandparent Liturgy on Wednesday, April 26. Grandparents will enjoy Mass followed by a continental breakfast with their granddaughter and the DSHA community. Parents—please extend this invitation on our behalf!

RSVP no later than Wednesday, April 19.

Click here to register for the DSHA Grandparent Liturgy by Wednesday, April 19.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Dasher Day of Giving | Wednesday, April 19
5th - 7th Grade DSHA Open House | Sunday, April 23
DSHA Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26
Prom | Saturday, April 29 | Contact Director of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks to sign up.
Baccalaureate Mass & Graduation Ceremony | Thursday, May 25 - Friday, May 26

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney

NEW! Important DSHA Fall Musical Dates

Wednesday, May 10 | Title of DSHA's 2023 Fall Musical Announced
Wednesday, May 31 | Auditions for DSHA's 2023 Fall Musical
Thursday, June 1 | Callbacks for DSHA's 2023 Fall Musical

Save the Dates | Upcoming DSHA Fine Arts Events

Please join us for one of the following upcoming concerts and events!

HandbellPalooza | Monday, May 1 at 7 p.m.
Instrumental Concert | Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m.
Angelaires and Choral Concert | Friday, May 5 at 7 p.m.
Fine Arts Awards Night | Wednesday, May 10 at 7 p.m.

Community Theatre Works | Disney’s Descendants

Students in rising grades 9-12 must register for DSHA Summer Cool to audition. Registration for DSHA Summer Cool is now open!

Rehearsals begin Monday, June 19 and run Monday through Friday from 12 - 4 p.m. for high school students and lead roles. There will be no rehearsal Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4. Performances will be held Friday, July 14 - Sunday, July 16.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	2/20 - 3/5	3/5 - 3/19	3/20 - 4/2	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	22	4	1	88
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	5	20	11	181
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	2	1	2	57
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	1	0	0	9
Current active positivity rate: 2/772 (0.26%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

School COVID Lab Closing | Friday, April 28

The onsite COVID testing clinic will remain open for students, household members, and staff through Friday, April 28. After April 28, the COVID testing clinic will no longer be available as state programming will end that day. However, home testing kits will be available through School Nurse Patti Hughes. Please contact if her you need any kits and please report positive or negative test results to the school nursing office.

Click here to register for a test at the COVID lab.

NEW! Message from the School Nurse Patti Hughes

Most COVID home tests have extensions of their expiration dates. Studies have shown that they are valid longer than the printed expiration date. You may search for the manufacturer of your test kit to see the new extended expiration dates. Many have a 6–7 month extension. Check your extended date before throwing "expired" kits away.
Sore throats, colds, fatigue, and vomiting are the most common symptoms being reported at this time.
Top reported symptoms from positive COVID cases during this period are sore throat and runny nose.
There have also been a few confirmed cases of strep.
Please continue to monitor your daughter for any of the above symptoms.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! National Letter of Intent Signing | Tuesday, April 18

Tuesday, April 18 is the last opportunity for student-athletes to sign their National Letter of Intent at DSHA. The DSHA Athletic Department is proud to celebrate the following Dashers:

Yesenia Morales, DSHA '23, who will be playing rugby with the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Charlie Lund, DSHA '23, who will be rowing at the University of San Diego.

Come join in the celebration at 10:55 a.m. during lunch in the DSHA Commons on April 18!

Upcoming Events | Come support the DSHA lacrosse, rugby, soccer, softball, and track and field teams this season.

Click here to find event times and locations.

NEW! DSHA Spring Sports Calendar | If you are looking for an easy way to stay up to date about game times, locations, postponements, and opponents sign up for mobile alerts from r-School.

Follow the link
Click "Notify Me" on the right side of the column
Follow the prompts

NEW! DSHA Varsity Soccer Games Livestreamed | Thanks to DSHA Varsity Assistant Soccer Coach Steve Lawrence, individuals can livestream all of the DSHA Varsity Soccer games this season via “Veo Live”. It’s an application that needs to be downloaded. You can only view via a tablet or phone.

Once you’ve downloaded the application, and signed up for a free account, search for "MUHS." DSHA is sharing the software with Marquette University High School. When the scoreboard shows MUHS, it signifies DSHA.
Click on the "Follow" button once your search result shows MUHS.
This link will take you directly to the DSHA games.

The success of livestreaming these games at different facilities depends on the cellular coverage in that area.

NEW! Maura Reardon, DSHA ’20, Excels at Synchronized Skating

Maura Reardon, DSHA ‘20, is currently skating for Miami University’s Senior Varsity Synchronized Skating Team. This team is the highest level a synchronized skater can compete. Due to their success this season, the team was selected to compete as Team USA at an international competition in Salzburg and Milan this winter.

In early March, Reardon and her team also earned the silver medal at U.S. Nationals where they were named to the World Team. They competed as Team USA in the ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships in Lake Placid Friday March 31- Sunday April 1 and placed 6th overall. U.S. Figure Skating selects 2 teams to represent the United States at Worlds, where they will compete against 23 teams, representing 19 countries.

Reardon has competed in synchronized skating since 2011. The sport is a team of 16 skaters on ice at the same time who skate in unison.

Congratulations to Maura and her continued success!

Click here to read the latest article on Maura Reardon, DSHA 20, and her team.

NEW! DSHA Competes in First Flag Football Event | Saturday, April 1

The Green Bay Packers hosted the first ever Packers Girls Flag Football Open on Saturday, April 1 in Green Bay.

Girls flag football is being sanctioned as a high school sport in more and more states across the country and several National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) colleges now offer scholarships for girls to play at the collegiate level. As a result, the Green Bay Packers wanted to see those same opportunities provided to high school girls in the State of Wisconsin. Their goal is to have girls flag football sanctioned as a WIAA sport in the coming years.

All schools in the state were encouraged to apply and 10 schools were randomly drawn from those applications, DSHA included. Co-Head Varsity Field Hockey Coach, English Faculty, and Instructional Technology Coordinator Quinn Loucks and Health & Fitness Faculty Jess Liban took 13 girls to Green Bay to compete in the event. The girls were treated to a welcoming speaker at Lambeau Field, a stadium tour, and went through the Packers Hall of Fame.

Following lunch, they competed in several individual and team skills challenges that tested speed, agility, and athleticism at the Don Hutson Center. The Packers provided funds for transportation and the Nike uniforms which the girls kept. In addition, the NAIA colleges who offer girls flag football scholarships were all invited to come and watch the event.

To wrap up the day, they played 3 games in a jamboree style format. DSHA won all three games! They beat Clayton 44-19 in the first game, Milwaukee King 49-13 in the second game, and Wauwayega-Fremant 39-21 in the third game! Out of the 10 teams, DSHA was one of only two schools that went undefeated.

Thanks to the coaches and student-athletes who participated in this first of a kind event and represented DSHA in such a positive way! Stayed tuned to DSHA's social media for more on this special day!

Faith Fridays for Spring Sports | The Faith Fridays with spring sports intentions will be as follows:

Friday, May 5 | Soccer & Softball
Friday, May 12 | Spring Rugby

Please encourage your daughter to attend Faith Friday on the designated day. She can wear her team spirit wear with her skirt at Mass. A group photo will be taken following the service.

NEW! Faith Friday | Lacrosse & Track and Field

The DSHA Lacrosse and the DSHA Track and Field teams celebrated Faith Friday together on Friday, March 31. What a great way to start off the season together!

DSHA Summer Cool Sports Camps | The DSHA 2023 Summer Cool Sports Camps are open for registration. Camps fill up quickly so please register as soon as possible.

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame! The deadline for submission of nominations is Monday, May 1.

Click here to view the nomination material.

Click here to complete an online nomination.

Click here to download a nomination form to mail.

NEW! 2023-24 Fall Tryouts| Fall tryout information is here.

Click here for tryout information and details.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Admissions Events | Do you know a Future Dasher? Please share the following!

5th - 7th Grade Open House | Sunday, April 23

Click here to register for DSHA Open House.

NEW! Upcoming Admission Events | Mark your calendars for the following admissions events!

5th - 7th Grade Parent Tours | Thursday, April 27
Future Dasher Night | Thursday, May 4

Yard Signs

Help us spread the word by putting an Open House sign in your yard. Yard signs can be picked up at all school entrances.

Thank you for your help recruiting Future Dashers!

Click here to learn more about Open House.

2023 DSHA Summer Cool

Camps are filling up fast. Register now to reserve your camp spot!

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

Click here to view the 2023 DSHA Summer Cool brochure.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | March 20, 2023

Parent eNews | Monday, March 20

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Last week, the DSHA Class of 2023 returned to campus after their two-week Vocare service immersion experience. We formally welcomed them back in prayer on Thursday with the Vocare Welcome Back All-School Assembly.

Vocare in Latin means to "draw forth, to call." This experience sends each DSHA senior to serve for two full weeks in the greater Milwaukee community. By working alongside the elderly, children, those with special needs, or in community outreach organizations, each senior experiences firsthand many of the critical issues facing our society and gains a deeper understanding of how she can utilize her God-given gifts and talents in service to others.

During the welcome back prayer service, several girls shared their reflective experiences with the student body. The reflections represent how, through their DSHA experience, our students grow as confident and capable believers, critical thinkers, communicators, leaders, and self-advocates who accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! No School | Friday, March 24

Due to a professional development day for all DSHA faculty, there will be no classes on Friday, March 24.

NEW! Report Cards | Third quarter report cards are available on your daughter's myDSHA account. As a reminder, the quarterly report cards are a snapshot in time and are not permanent records. We have rolling grades at DSHA and the only permanent grades are at the semester. If you have questions or concerns about a grade, please reach out to your daughter’s teacher to seek more information.

STEM Scholars Program | New Applications due Wednesday, March 22

If your daughter is interested in joining the STEM Scholars Program for the 2023-24 school year, application forms can be picked up from Specialized Studies Department Chair & Mathematics Faculty Connie Farrow in room 314. Applications must be completed and returned to room 314 by Wednesday, March 22. This information was communicated to students via Microsoft Teams and announcements.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

Lent | During Lent, we unite ourselves through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to better enter the experience of the pascal mystery. This year we will be focusing on supporting the organizations that the student body voted on as a part of our $10,000 Together challenge. Those organizations are the MacCannon Brown Homeless Sanctuary, Best Buddies of WI, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

As we continue through this reflective time in the liturgical season, we encourage your daughter to participate in the programs listed below. There are many opportunities for her to grow stronger in her faith this season.

Lenten Programming | Upcoming Events

Best Buddies Down Syndrome Awareness Day Kickball Game | Tuesday, March 21
All-School Reconciliation in Theology Classes | Thursday, March 23
Sophomore Retreat #3 | Monday March 27 - Tuesday, March 28
Sophomore Retreat #4 | Tuesday, March 28 - Wednesday, March 29
All-Day Eucharistic Adoration | Wednesday, March 29
Bingo Fundraiser for $10,000 Together | Thursday, March 30
Faith Friday & Soup with Substance | Friday, March 31
Lenten Small Groups | Monday, April 3
All-School Stations of the Cross | Wednesday, April 5

All-School Stations of the Cross | Wednesday, April 5 at 10:03 a.m.

Wednesday, April 5 will NOT be a late start day to accommodate the All-School Stations of the Cross experience. Classes will begin at 7:50 a.m. as usual.

Please contact Theology Faculty & Campus Minister for Retreats Jena Thurow-Mountin for more information.

NEW! Salvatorian Service Reminder | Service due by Monday, May 1

The Sister of the Divine Savior's charism to be the goodness and kindness of the Savior compels us to serve the poor and vulnerable among us. All Dashers are required to participate in service and receive credit for completing their requirements each year. Your daughter's service hours must be logged on x2VOL and approved by Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84 by May 1. Service reflections will take place in Theology classes on Wednesday, May 10.

Students who do not meet the requirement will receive an incomplete in service at the end of the year. Parents and guardians, please confirm with your daughters that they have fulfilled their requirements to serve.

NEW! Interest Survey for a DSHA Italy Trip | Survey due Friday, March 31

DSHA is considering offering a school-sponsored trip to Italy in 2024. This trip would be co-sponsored by both the Latin and Campus Ministry programs and would highlight classical Rome and the heart of the Catholic world. Rome will act as the home base for students with trips to other Italian cities included.

We are looking for input from families that might be interested in going. If interested, please submit the survey information by March 31.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

NEW! Youth Risk Behavior Survey | Thursday, March 30 - Friday, March 31

DSHA students will be taking the online Youth Risk Behavior Survey at school during their Theology classes on Thursday, March 30 and Friday, March 31. This online survey is anonymous and was developed to monitor the health behaviors that contribute to social issues among youth and adults in the United States.

The Wisconsin Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) is conducted as part of a national effort by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to monitor health-risk behaviors of the nation's high school students. These behaviors result in the most significant causes of both mortality and morbidity during youth and adulthood. The behaviors monitored by the Wisconsin YRBS include traffic safety; weapons and violence; suicide; tobacco use; alcohol and other drug use; sexual behavior; and diet, nutrition, and exercise.

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has administered the YRBS every two years beginning in 1993. The YRBS is administered to students in Wisconsin's public high schools and voluntarily by Wisconsin’s private schools. Survey procedures were designed to protect the privacy of students by allowing anonymous and voluntary participation.

DSHA uses this data to inform programming such as the Risk Behavior Workshop where DSHA data is presented. Results from this survey are used to help determine programming within DSHA Student Services to best support our students. If you do not want your daughter to take the anonymous survey, please contact School Counselor Janet Como by the end of the day on Monday, March 27.

NEW! Spring Sophomore Meetings with School Counselors | School counselors are currently meeting with all sophomore students regarding their academic and college/career planning. The purpose of this meeting is to check in with students on how they have been getting involved and how they are engaging in their personal wellness. They will also have the chance to explore Naviance, an online tool available to all students in exploring career and college information. If your sophomore missed her sophomore meeting, she should reach out to schedule it with their assigned school counselor.

Last names starting with A-G & X-Z | School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07
Last names starting with H-O | School Counselor Janet Como
Last names starting with P-W | School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Revolution Prep AP, SAT, and ACT Exam Support | As examination season is upon us, Revolution Prep is offering free practice tests.

Click here for more information and to register.

Highly Selective Universities Admissions Program | Tuesday, March 28 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Marquette University High School, O'Rouke Performing Arts Hall

Please join us as we welcome Director of Outreach and Communications at the University of Chicago College Admissions Office Katie Chaszczewski who will lead a conversation on "Understanding Admissions at Highly Selective Universities." You and your daughter can gain insights from a seasoned, respected professional and learn tips on putting her best foot forward in the process. The program will have information geared towards sophomore and junior families who are closer to the college application process, though all families are welcome to attend.

If you and your daughter are interested in attending, please fill out this RSVP form no later than Friday, March 24.

NEW! College Essay Support | This spring, Prompt is hosting a series of free "Secrets to Great College Applications and Essays" webinars. A Prompt writing coach will share practical advice to help your daughter develop a compelling personal brand, identify what to write about, and avoid common mistakes. They’ll also host a live Q & A session.

Registration is required for all Prompt events. Your daughter can sign up for upcoming webinars here:

For more support from Prompt, check out the DSHA Prompt Resources Page.

Individual Junior Meetings | Now through Thursday, April 27

NEW! DSHA College Application Workshop | Mornings of June 6 - 8

More information will be sent out at a later date.

College Fair Information and Registration | Wisconsin Education Fairs

Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location.

Click here for fair dates and registration.

National Association for College Admission Counseling Virtual College Fairs

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Applied Wellness Program | Check-In Surveys

As we are halfway through the spring semester, please encourage your daughter to think about how she utilized her Applied Wellness this year. What has she enjoyed? What would she like to see offered? How has she taken ownership of her engagement?

Sophomore Check-In | Monday, April 3 | Robert & Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre during their Applied Wellness hour
Juniors Check-In | Tuesday, April 4 | Robert & Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre during their Applied Wellness hour
Seniors will be completing a capstone survey allowing them an opportunity to reflect over the past 4 years.

Any sophomore or junior student that misses April 3 or 4 should report to the DSHA Den during their Applied Wellness hour for information they missed.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogue | Friday, April 21

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will be hosting an "Autism Awareness" Dasher Dialogue on Friday, April 21 in the Commons during early and late Dasher time from 11:28 - 12:29 p.m.

NEW! Parent Meetings | Monday, March 27 at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the DSHA Commons

Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze will be meeting with parents who are raising students of color on Monday, March 27. Families can expect more information to be sent via email in the next few days.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Junior Prom | Tickets Available for Purchase Today - Wednesday, April 5

Tickets for Junior Prom are now available on your daughter's myDSHA account. They will be available for purchase until Wednesday, April 5.

Questions? Please contact English Faculty Kayla Gilgenbach.

NEW! Graduation Announcements | Senior parents, please stay tuned for information in the coming weeks regarding all-things graduation. You can expect to see information coming out by the first week of April.

NEW! Graduation Dress Details | Senior parents, below are the guidelines for graduation dresses. All graduates must submit a photo of themselves wearing the dress to Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes or Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks no later than Thursday, May 2. The photo may be submitted in person or electronically.

Full or Tea Length White/Ivory Dress:	The white or ivory graduation dress is to be floor length or tea length (mid-calf). A wrap or cover-up in white or ivory is allowed and encouraged with backless, strapless, or halter dresses. Any color graduation dress other than white or ivory is not acceptable.　　 Alternatively, students may choose to wear a white or ivory pantsuit. Any color pantsuit other than white or ivory is not acceptable.
White Gloves:	Full length white or ivory gloves are mandatory.
Hair/Jewelry/Shoes:	Hair and jewelry should be appropriate for the occasion and conservative in appearance. Shoes must be white or ivory in color.

Uniform and Snack Donations | We are in high need of uniform donations. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Secondly, the Student Services team is looking for snack donations that are given out to students in need.

Any snack or uniform donations can be dropped off at the DSHA Main Office.

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee | Spring Programing Available

The Davis, Mary Ryan, and Pieper Hillside Boys and Girls Club locations are hosting spring programming every Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. until Saturday, May 20. Kids and teenagers ages 9 and above are welcome to attend. The programming includes a variety of sports, games, art projects, and more.

Click here for more information about the program.

Boys & Girls Club Free Driver's Education Courses | Monday - Friday, 5 - 7 p.m. at The Ready Center

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

NEW! Lands' End Sale | Lands' End is running a promotional sale of 40% off on all uniform essentials. The sale will end on Friday, March 31.

Click here for sale information.

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, March 28 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

Please join us for our next meeting! Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

NEW! Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

Future PFAA meetings include:

● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting and to learn more about what is happening in the Fine Arts at DSHA. Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Save the Dates | Upcoming DSHA Fine Arts Events

Please join us for one of the following upcoming concerts and events!

HandbellPalooza | Monday, May 1 at 7 p.m.
Instrumental Concert | Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m.
Angelaire and Choral Concert | Friday, May 5 at 7 p.m.
Fine Arts Awards Night | Wednesday, May 10 at 7 p.m.

NEW! Dasher Resale Additional Information | If you are looking to buy or sell your daughter's used uniforms or textbooks, this is a great opportunity! Uniforms and textbook collections will happen during exam week.

Tuesday, May 23 from 11 a.m. - noon | Junior and senior students may bring donations
Wednesday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - noon | Freshman and sophomore students may bring donations
Thursday, May 25 from 11 a.m. - noon | All-students may bring donations

This parent-run event will happen on Wednesday, June 14 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Stay tuned for more details to come in April!

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

NEW! Grandparent Liturgy | RSVP by Wednesday, April 19

RSVP no later than Wednesday, April 19.

Click here to register for the DSHA Grandparent Liturgy by Wednesday, April 19.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Dasher Day of Giving | Wednesday, April 19
DSHA Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26
Prom | Saturday, April 29 | Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes to sign up.
Baccalaureate Mass & Graduation Ceremony | Thursday, May 25 - Friday, May 26

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Community Theatre Works | Disney’s Descendants

Auditions for Community Theatre Works’ (CTW) summer production of Disney’s Descendants will take place on Tuesday, June 6 for students in rising grades 5-8 and Wednesday, June 7 for students in rising grades 9-12. Adults may audition either day. Callbacks will be held Thursday, June 8 for all ages. Audition materials will be posted on the CTW website on Monday, May 1. All students in rising grades 9 - 12 will get a part in the show.

Students in rising grades 9-12 must register for DSHA Summer Cool to audition. Registration for DSHA Summer Cool is now open!

Rehearsals begin Monday, June 19 and run Monday through Friday from 12 - 4 p.m. for high school students and lead roles. Rehearsals will run from 1 - 4 p.m. for middle school students. There will be no rehearsal Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4. Performances will be held Friday, July 14 - Sunday, July 16.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	2/6 - 2/19	2/20 - 3/5	3/6 - 3/19	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	19	22	4	87
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	0	5	20	170
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	3	2	1	55
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	1	0	9
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! Message from the School Nurse Patti Hughes

Testing Supplies | If you would like free rapid COVID tests, the State of Wisconsin has a program with an easy order process. If you are in need of a rapid test kit for home use, School Nurse Patti Hughes is available to help. Many insurance companies offer a number of test kits at no charge for subscribers and can typically be picked up at a local pharmacy. Ask your pharmacist for availability.
Emergency Funding to End | The COVID Public Health Emergency is ending Thursday, May 11. Due to this, federal emergency funding to support COVID programs will end. It does not mean that COVID has ended but that emergency funding has ended as the pandemic moves into endemic status. Testing, treatments, and vaccines will likely have a fee after this change.
Antivirals | If you have tested positive for COVID and would like to be evaluated for antiviral treatments, the Department of Health Services has been offering telehealth appointments with health clinicians. If eligible, a prescription will be ordered. To participate, the individual must be 18 and over and tested positive for COVID (home or lab test) regardless of insurance status. The individual must be able to take the antiviral treatments within 5 days of symptoms beginning. The individual will not be asked for proof of positive test.

Click here for more information about antivirals.

School COVID Lab Closing | Friday, April 28

The School COVID Lab will close indefinitely on Friday, April 28. Until then, the lab is open to students, household members, and staff.

Click here to register for a test.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! Dasher Day of Giving | Wednesday, April 19

Dasher Day of Giving is an opportunity for parents, alumnae, dedicated faculty and staff, and friends of the DSHA community, to join us and celebrate the school spirit we all have for DSHA. The 24-hour period raises critical dollars for the DSHA Annual Fund and helps us reach our goal of $1.08 million. Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school.

Click here to sign up to volunteer for Dasher Day of Giving.

Click here for more information about Dasher Day of Giving.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

NEW! Sarah Hegarty Loyalty & Caring Award | Submissions due by Friday, March 31

DSHA has the privilege of annually honoring a current sophomore student with the Sarah Hegarty Loyalty & Caring Award. The award was created in 2014 to honor Mr. Rick Majerus, his values, and the impact he had on DSHA. In 2021, the award was renamed the Sarah Hegarty Loyalty and Caring Award to highlight the sisterhood developed between students at DSHA.

The award serves to recognize and perpetuate these values at DSHA and within the broader community. We invite you to nominate a current sophomore who demonstrates the values of loyalty and caring.

Click here for more information and to submit an online nomination.

NEW! Alumnae Service Scholarship Submission Extension | Applications due Friday, March 24

The Alumnae Service Scholarship recognizes the tradition of service, a cornerstone of the DSHA community. One scholarship will be awarded to a sophomore or a junior who is enrolled for her 2023-2024 academic year. Consideration may be given to students who have financial need. Application information has been emailed to current sophomores and juniors. Hard copies can be picked up in Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore's office.

NEW! Dashers Outstanding Pro-Life Advocate Scholarship Submission Extension | Applications due Friday, March 24

The Dashers Outstanding Pro-Life Advocate Scholarship was established in 2022 to be awarded annually to one student who has demonstrated her commitment to advocate for the unborn and serve the needs of expecting mothers. This includes, but is not limited to, membership in the Respect Life co-curricular, participation in pro-life events facilitated by DSHA, and/or service opportunities promoting pro-life initiatives. Application information has been emailed to current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Hard copies can be picked up in Theology Faculty Mary Duffy's room.

The scholarship is awarded to one student entering her sophomore, junior, or senior year, meets the criteria stated, submits a short essay reflecting on experiences as a pro-life advocate, shows her intention to further the pro-life mission at DSHA, and provides two letters of recommendation. A committee blindly reviews and selects the scholarship recipient based on that student’s merits.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! 2020 DSHA Graduate Wins National Championship

Jadin O’Brien, DSHA '20, attends the University of Notre Dame and won the National Collegiate Athletic Association Indoor Pentathlon at the track and field indoor championships on Friday, March 10.

O'Brien participated in basketball and track and field while attending DSHA and earned a Division 1 scholarship to compete in track and field at the University of Notre Dame. Congratulations on a fantastic accomplishment!

NEW! Upcoming Events | Come support the DSHA lacrosse, rugby, soccer, softball, and track and field teams this season.

Click here to find event times and location.

Soccer Tryouts | Today, March 20 - Thursday, March 23

Tryouts will be held at Hart Park, 7300 W Chestnut St, Wauwatosa, WI 53213. Varsity tryouts are from 4-5:30 p.m. and Junior Varsity 2 and Junior Varsity tryouts are from 5:30-7 p.m. All tryouts will be outside on the Hart Park turf field. Your daughter must attend all tryout days to be considered.

Spring Sports Picture Day | Wednesday, March 29

All spring sports pictures will be taken on Wednesday, March 29 after school in the Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium. Each sport coach will provide information on how to order a team and/or individual photo.

NEW! DSHA Basketball Great Metro Conference Honors | Congratulations to the following girls on receiving 2022-23 Greater Metro Conference Basketball All-Conference Honors and All-State Honors. 　　

Honorable Mention All-State & 1st Team All-Conference | Ally Timm, DSHA '24
Honorable Mention All-Conference | Ashley Jones, DSHA '23; Karinna Trotter, DSHA '25

NEW! DSHA Ice Hockey All-Conference Honors | Congratulations to the following girls on receiving 2022-2023 Eastern Shores All-Conference Honors and All-State Honors.

1st Team All-State & 1st Team All-Conference | Molly Jex, DSHA '24
2nd Team All-State & 1st Team All-Conference | Charlotte Fetherson, DSHA '24

NEW! DSHA Ski Team All-Conference Honors | Congratulations to the following girls on receiving 2022-2023 Midwest High School Ski Conference All-Conference Honors and National Team honors.

National Team Member & 1st Team All-Conference | Payton Bradford, DSHA ’24
National Team Member & 2nd Team All-Conference | Riley Doerr, DSHA ’26
Honorable Mention All-Conference | Mack Doerr, DSHA ‘23

NEW! Faith Fridays for Spring Sports | The Faith Fridays with spring sports intentions will be as follows:

Friday, March 31 | Lacrosse & Track and Field
Friday, May 5 | Soccer & Softball
Friday, May 12 | Spring Rugby

Please encourage your daughter to attend Faith Friday on the designated day. She can wear her team spirit wear with her skirt at Mass. A group photo will be taken following the service.

DSHA Summer Cool Sports Camps | The DSHA 2023 Summer Cool Sports Camps are open for registration. Camps fill up quickly so please register as soon as possible.

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame! The deadline for submission of nominations is Monday, May 1.

Click here to view the nomination criteria.

Click here to complete an online nomination.

Click here to download a nomination form to mail.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Admissions Events | Do you know a Future Dasher? Please share the following!

Open House | Sunday, April 23

Click here to register for Open House.

NEW! Yard Signs

Help us spread the word by putting an Open House sign in your yard. Yard signs can be picked up at all school entrances.

Thank you for your help recruiting Future Dashers!

Click here to learn more about Open House.

2023 DSHA Summer Cool

Registration is open for 2023 Summer Cool! From visual arts and STEM camps, to faith and athletics offerings, there is something for every girl in rising grades 1-9 at DSHA Summer Cool. Create and build a customizable schedule that works for your family!

Visit dsha.info/summer to view the full brochure, camp schedules, camp descriptions, and other important information.

We courage you to register now to reserve your camp spot!

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

Click here to view the 2023 Summer Cool brochure.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | May 22, 2023

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Parent eNews | Monday, March 6

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

This past week has been an opportunity for our students to gather in unity and engage in learning outside of our traditional classroom environments.　

On Ash Wednesday, our All-School Mass included a send-off for our seniors who are currently serving at 51 different service sites throughout the Milwaukee area. The Sisters of the Divine Savior led a special blessing over our seniors before embarking on their two-week service immersion experience. On Friday, our faculty were able to visit seniors at their sites for the afternoon. We ask that you join us in prayer for these young women as they serve as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ in the world at their sites this week.

On Wednesday, our sophomores and juniors had the privilege of taking place in Carla Olle, HA '60, Career Day. This long-standing tradition at DSHA invites DSHA alumnae back to school to discuss their careers with current students. Students heard from keynote speaker Kristin Branch, DSHA '92, who serves as the Director of Marketing Leadership Institute at UW-Madison. Following this presentation, Dashers were able to meet in smaller groups with alumnae working in professions of interest to each student.

Our freshmen had a unique opportunity this week as well—to gain practical and life-saving knowledge about how to be a Good Samaritan. One of the well-known lessons in the Bible is that of the Good Samaritan. This lesson of a passer-by helping a person in need is a great example of being the goodness and kindness of Jesus. Each year in our fitness classes, students are trained in CPR & AED, with the freshman class training this week. This training prepares our students to respond as the Good Samaritan. Students learned that Wisconsin's Good Samaritan law provides civil immunity to any person rendering emergency care at the scene of an accident or emergency.　

This past week is full of examples of how our young women are learning to accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference in this world—whether through service to the community, their future careers, or others in need.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

FINANCIAL AID UPDATES

2023-24 School Year Financial Aid Application | Submit by Friday, March 17

The financial aid application for the 2023-24 school year is open. Families who are interested in need-based scholarships and financial aid for the 2023-24 school year are welcome to complete this application due by Friday, March 17. 2022 tax information is required.

Click here to view the financial aid application instructions.

Questions? Contact Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Freshman/Sophomore Testing Day Information | Tuesday, March 7

Tomorrow, DSHA will be administering the PreACT to the entire sophomore and freshman classes. It offers students experience with the ACT test items, provides a predicted score, and offers a wealth of information to help students prepare for college. There is no student fee associated with this test and DSHA will handle the registration for this test. This test must be taken in person. Students will fill in non-testing information the day of. There is no need to pre-register.

On testing day, freshmen and sophomore students should expect the following:

Check-in and report to the DSHA Quad at 8:05 a.m.
Exams start promptly at 8:30 a.m. Once test booklets are distributed, a student can no longer participate in testing.
Your daughter should anticipate about 3.5 hours of testing, with an anticipated dismissal time of around noon.
Make sure to bring No. 2 pencils with good erasers, her student ID, a permitted calculator, snacks, drinks, and medications (if applicable).
Students may be out of uniform on testing day.
For students who commute via bus, there will be a bus commute available from UCC (Bruce Guadalupe) with the normal pick-up time. The bus will leave DSHA at 1:30 p.m.

NEW! Junior Testing Day Information | Tuesday, March 7

Tomorrow,  DSHA will be administering the ACT + Writing Test to the entire junior class. This test must be taken in person. All students are pre-registered but must complete the MyACT information to ensure non-testing information is entered and to take advantage of obtaining four free test scores. Students will be given their MyACT information during their Theology classes this week.

On testing day, all junior students should expect the following:  

Arrival time is 7:50 a.m. with exams starting at 8:15 a.m. sharp. Once the test booklets are distributed, a student can no longer participate in testing.
Your daughter should anticipate four hours of testing, with an anticipated dismissal time of around 12:30 p.m.
Please make sure your daughter brings No. 2 pencils with good erasers, her student ID, a permitted calculator, snacks, drinks, and medications (if applicable).
Students may be out of uniform on testing day.
For students who commute via bus, there will be a bus commute available from UCC (Bruce Guadalupe) with a normal pick-up time. The bus will leave DSHA at 1:45 p.m.

To opt your daughter out of testing, please contact Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02.

NEW! STEM Scholars Program | New Applications due Wednesday, March 22

If your daughter is interested in joining the STEM Scholars program for the 2023-24 school year, applications will be available beginning Wednesday, March 1. Application forms can be picked up from Specialized Studies Department Chair & Mathematics Faculty Connie Farrow in room 314. Applications must be completed and returned to room 314 by Wednesday, March 22. This information was communicated to students via Microsoft Teams and announcements.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Lent | During Lent, we unite ourselves through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to better enter the experience of the pascal mystery. This year we will be focusing on supporting the organizations that the student body voted on as a part of our $10,000 Together challenge. Those organizations are the MacCannon Brown Homeless Sanctuary, Best Buddies of WI, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

NEW! Lenten Programming | Upcoming Events

Tosa Cares & Vision Screening Service Field Trips | Thursday, March 9
Faith Friday Mass | Friday, March 10
Walking Stations of the Cross & Lenten Small Groups | Monday, March 13
Lenten Small Groups & Vocare Welcome Back Assembly | Thursday, March 16
All-School St. Patrick’s Day Mass | Friday, March 17
Lenten Small Groups | Monday, March 20
Best Buddies Down Syndrome Awareness Day Kickball Game | Tuesday, March 21
All-School Reconciliation in Theology Classes | Thursday, March 23
No School | Friday, March 24
Sophomore Retreat #3 | Monday March 27 - Tuesday, March 28
Sophomore Retreat #4 | Tuesday, March 28 - Wednesday, March 29
All-Day Eucharistic Adoration | Wednesday, March 29
Bingo Fundraiser | Thursday, March 30
Faith Friday & Soup with Substance | Friday, March 31
Lenten Small Groups | Monday, April 3
All-School Stations of the Cross | Wednesday, April 5

NEW! Walking Stations of the Cross | Monday, March 13 from 10:55-11:25 a.m.

The Walking Stations of the Cross will start in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to experience the way of the cross with both their feet and hearts. DSHA will be using the Salvatorians’ Way of the Cross, created by Brother Silas Henderson, SDS. If you would like a copy of this version, please contact Sister Grace Mary Croft.

NEW! Vocare Welcome Back Assembly | Thursday, March 16 at 10:20 a.m.

DSHA seniors are currently serving at 51 Vocare sites throughout the Milwaukee area and giving their gifts and talents to the community.

Last night, seniors reflected on their experiences so far, supported each other, and prayed as a class. On Thursday, March 16, they will share their reflections with the entire school community. Parents are invited to attend this reflection. Please contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84, for more information.

Donations Needed for Bingo Fundraiser | Thursday, March 30

We are still looking for small prizes for our Bingo fundraiser for our $10,000 Together challenge on Thursday, March 30. If you have fun items and are willing to donate to DSHA, please drop the items at the front office or send with your daughter to drop off at the Campus Ministry office. We are looking for the following items:

$5 Gift Cards
Unopened Make-Up
Specialty Products

We will use the items as prizes and offer them as single prizes or group them to make small basket items. Any item or basket not chosen that day will be donated to the MacCannon Brown Homeless Sanctuary. Feel free to contact Camps Ministry Administrative Assistant Tracy Richburg with questions or concerns.

NEW! All-School Stations of the Cross | Wednesday, April 5 at 10:03 a.m.

Wednesday, April 5 will NOT be a late start day to accommodate the All-School Stations of the Cross experience. Classes will begin at 7:50 a.m. as usual.

Students will experience Jesus’ way of the cross through the eyes of his mother, Mary, on Wednesday, April 5. This will take place in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre. Parents are welcome to join but should check-in at the main office upon arrival.

Please contact Theology Faculty & Campus Minister for Retreats Jena Thurow-Mountin for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

NEW! Youth Risk Behavior Survey | Thursday, March 30 - Friday, March 31

These behaviors are often established during childhood and adolescence. Some behaviors include alcohol and other drug use, unhealthy dietary behaviors, and inadequate physical activity. Results from this survey are used to help determine programming within DSHA Student Services to best support our students. If you would like your daughter to opt-out of taking this survey, please contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Highly Selective Universities Admissions Program | Tuesday, March 28 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Marquette University High School, O'Rouke Performing Arts Hall

If you and your daughter are interested in attending, please fill out this RSVP form no later than Friday, March 24.

College Fair Information and Registration | Wisconsin Education Fairs

Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location.

National Association for College Admission Counseling Virtual College Fairs

Individual Junior Meetings | Now through Thursday, April 27

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

NEW! Applied Wellness Experiences | All sophomores, juniors, and seniors have an Applied Wellness hour set in their schedule. Although we have minimal requirements each week, the purpose of this program is to allow students the opportunity to have a choice of as many breaks they feel they need each week. Experiences are offered during Applied Wellness hours, study hall, and Dasher times. Students should look ahead in the Applied Wellness application and filter ALL the hours that they are available so they can make the choice that works best for them each week.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

Experiences being offered in March include:

Registered Dietitian-led discussions
Mindfulness, neurographic art, phone detox series
Hands-only CPR/AED, jump rope, walks outside, and open fitness center
Student-led Lenten small groups, Bible study, Eucharistic Adoration
Charades, telestrations, Disney trivia, and other social games

The purpose of the program is to foster decision-making skills, personal accountability, and follow through within the comforting walls of DSHA. The flexibility of the program is intentional. This program is as unique as our students, and they are the drivers of their engagement, mindful participation, and reflection. We are here to support them, offering opportunities to reflect and engage in discussions on lessons learned.

Please encourage your daughter to play a role in her wellness choices by being engaged on the Applied Wellness application, reading the "Need to Know," and checking the Applied Wellness Microsoft Teams page weekly so she can make educated choices that work for her each week.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogue Location Change | Friday, March 10

On Friday, the Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will be hosting a Dasher Dialogue about eating disorder awareness. Due to the sensitive nature of the topic, the dialogue will be held in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge for added privacy.

NEW! Small Parent Meetings | Monday, March 20 at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the DSHA Commons

Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze will be meeting with parents who are raising African American students on Monday, March 20. Families can expect a personal email invitation to be sent within the next few weeks containing further details.

Black History Month Collaborative Celebration | February Prayers & Reflections Re-Cap

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council worked with the Sisters of Culture co-curricular to host Black History Month events at DSHA. There were several school-wide offerings for students, faculty, and staff to choose to participate in throughout the month, including an all-school prayer service. In addition, the Sisters of Culture co-curricular shared short prayers or reflections by or about faith leaders in the Black community during afternoon prayer each Monday for the month of February. Visit the DSHA Facebook and Instagram accounts to learn more.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Attendance Reminders | If your daughter is going to miss school for any reason, please call our Attendance Office at 414-721-2920 as soon as possible. If your daughter is marked absent from class, and we have not heard from you, she will be marked unexcused and given a slip to verify her absence. If her absence does not get verified, she may receive a Saturday detention.

Uniform and Snack Donations | We are in high need of uniform donations. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Secondly, the Student Services Team is looking for snack donations that are given out to students in need.

Any snack or uniform donations can be dropped off at the DSHA Main Office.

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee | Spring Programing Available

Boys & Girls Club Free Driver's Education Courses | Monday - Friday, 5 - 7 p.m. at The Ready Center

Click here for registration information.

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

DSHA Snow Closure Procedures | DSHA has policies and procedures in place to follow in the case of severe winter weather.

Click here to see the DSHA snow closure procedures.

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

NEW! Trap Recap | Thank you to those who came out to support Trap! The PFAA's concession sales, 50/50 raffle, and silent auction helped raise funds that will go directly towards the DSHA Fine Arts programs.

Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Future PFAA meetings include:

● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting and to learn more about what is happening in the Fine Arts at DSHA. Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, March 28 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

Please join us for our next meeting! Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

NEW! Save the Dates | Upcoming DSHA Fine Arts Events

Please join us for one of the following upcoming concerts and events!

HandbellPalooza | Monday, May 1 at 7 p.m.
Instrumental Concert | Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m.
Angelaire and Choral Concert | Friday, May 5 at 7 p.m.
Fine Arts Awards Night | Wednesday, May 10 at 7 p.m.

NEW! Dasher Resale | Wednesday, June 14 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

If you are looking to buy or sell your daughter's used uniforms or textbooks, this is a great opportunity! Uniforms and textbook collections will happen during exam week.

Juniors and seniors can plan to bring their donations to school on Wednesday, May 24. Freshmen and seniors can bring their donations on Thursday, May 25.

This parent-run event happens annually in June. Stayed tuned for more details to come in April!

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

NEW! DSHA Auction | Ways to Get Involved & Support the Auction

We’re so excited to see everyone on Saturday! If you can’t attend the DSHA Auction in person, there are still plenty of ways to support our school! Bid on our silent auction items, purchase DSHA Auction exclusive spirit wear, or donate champagne, sparkling wine, or prosecco to the bourbon and bubbles pull. Bourbon and pull donations can be dropped to the DSHA Main Office and are being accepted until Tuesday, March 7.

Additionally, Golden Tickets are available for purchase by cash or check at the DSHA front office. Please ask for Director of Volunteer Engagement & Special Events Sarah Delaney, at the school front office. Tickets will also be sold at the auction on Saturday, March 11.

Furthermore, if you're interested in live auction items or being a Stop-the-Auction proxy bidder, please contact Senior Director of Development Matt Johnson. Stop-the-Auction donations can also be made online here.

Click here to bid on DSHA silent auction items.

Click here to learn more about purchasing a Golden Ticket.

Click here to purchase limited DSHA Auction exclusive spiritwear.

Click here to volunteer the day of the auction.

Click here for more information about the 2023 DSHA Auction.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26

Save the date for the 2023 Grandparent Liturgy. Grandparents will be invited to accompany their granddaughters for Mass and a light breakfast at DSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11
Spring Fling | Saturday, March 18 | Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes to sign-up.
DSHA Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26
Prom | Saturday, April 29 | Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes to sign-up.

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Angelaires Auditions | Wednesday, March 15

Auditions for next year's troupe will be held after school on Wednesday, March 15. The Angelaires are an auditioned show choir and the musical ambassadors of DSHA. The group performs jazz, pop, rock, Broadway, and contemporary acapella. They meet every day during 9th hour, 3:15-4 p.m., until completion of the spring concert in early May. Auditions are open to any rising sophomore, junior, or senior student.

Director of Theatre, Choir, & Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler will host an audition workshop on Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 10 during the school day for students looking for additional audition support.

Worried about your daughter auditioning? Read the FAQ's below!

My daughter is in a sport. Can she do both? The Angelaires have students who are also athletes!
Can my daughter hold a job and participate in Angelaires? Most of this year’s Angelaires have jobs.
What if my daughter can't sing or dance? The Angelaires prioritize growth over perfection. Encourage your daughter to audition if interested and we’ll help her learn to be a better singer, dancer, and overall performer.

Community Theatre Works | Disney’s Descendants

Auditions for Community Theatre Works’ (CTW) summer production of Disney’s Descendents will take place on Tuesday, June 6 for students in rising grades 5-8 and Wednesday, June 7 for students in rising grades 9-12. Adults may audition either day. Callbacks will be held Thursday, June 8 for all ages. Audition materials will be posted on the CTW website on Monday, May 1.

Students in rising grades 5-12 must register for DSHA Summer Cool to audition. Registration for DSHA Summer Cool is now open!

Rehearsals begin Monday, June 19 and run Monday through Friday from 12 - 4 p.m. for high school students and lead roles. Rehearsals will run from and 1 - 4 p.m. for middle school students. There will be no rehearsal Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4. Performances will be held Friday, July 14 - Sunday, July 16.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	1/23 - 2/5	2/6 - 2/19	2/20 - 3/5	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	2	19	22	83
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	0	0	5	150
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	2	3	2	54
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	1	9
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

School COVID Lab Closing | Friday, April 28

The School COVID Lab will close indefinitely on Friday, April 28. Until then, the lab is open to students, household members, and staff.

Click here to schedule a testing time slot.

NEW! Message from the School Nurse Patti Hughes

DSHA is exhibiting about 2-3 positive COVID cases per report period. There are more close contact reports this report period due to some off-campus social events. The symptoms of loss of taste and smell have been reported in newer cases. Otherwise, runny nose, sore throat, headache, fatigue, and body aches are the most frequently reported first symptoms. Several of the most recent positive cases have experienced stomach symptoms as well.
There has been an increase in stomach viruses reported durng this period. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, or stomachaches with fever and fatigue.
Overall, reports of colds have reduced this past period. Sore throats, or sore throats with fever are still being reported. Currently, DSHA has no reported strep cases.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

Scholarship Opportunities | Thanks to generous and passionate donors, DSHA is able to offer both need-based scholarships/ financial aid AND a handful of merit-based scholarships. Eligibility for merit-based scholarships varies depending on the scholarship criteria which ranges from excellence in math and science to demonstrated leadership in and out of the classroom. The following require an application to be completed to be considered for the scholarship. All applications are due March 17 at 4 p.m. Recipients will be announced at the Underclasswomen Honors Assembly in May.

Mary Mross Public Policy Scholarship Information | Applications Due Friday, March 17
DSHA will award one scholarship to a current sophomore or junior who demonstrates exemplary knowledge and passion for public policy. The award will be applied to her 2023-24 academic year tuition. Application information has been emailed to current sophomores and juniors. Hard copies can be picked up in Social Studies Faculty & Department Chair Patrick Dawson's room. A committee blindly reviews and selects the scholarship recipient based on that student’s merits. Note: Students who applied as sophomores are eligible to re-apply their junior year if they have not previously been awarded the scholarship.
Dashers Outstanding Pro-Life Advocate Scholarship | Applications Due Friday, March 17
The Dashers Outstanding Pro-Life Advocate Scholarship was established in 2022 to be awarded annually to one student who has demonstrated her commitment to advocate for the unborn and serve the needs of expecting mothers. This includes, but is not limited to, membership in the Respect Life co-curricular, participation in pro-life events facilitated by DSHA, and/or service opportunities promoting pro-life initiatives. Application information has been emailed to current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. The scholarship is awarded to one student entering her sophomore, junior, or senior year, meets the criteria stated, submits a short essay reflecting on experiences as a pro-life advocate, shows her intention to further the pro-life mission at DSHA, and provides two letters of recommendation. A committee blindly reviews and selects the scholarship recipient based on that student’s merits.
Alumnae Service Scholarship | Applications Due Friday, March 17
The Alumnae Service Scholarship recognizes the tradition of service, a cornerstone of the DSHA experience. One scholarship will be awarded to a sophomore or a junior who is enrolled for her 2023-2024 academic year. Consideration may be given to students who have financial need. Application information has been emailed to current sophomores and juniors.

Mosaic Senior Gift Class Tradition

The Mosaic senior class gift is an important DSHA tradition in educating our future alumnae on the importance of paying it forward. The dollars raised will go towards this year’s DSHA Annual Fund to help close the gap between tuition and the full DSHA experience.

The Mosaic Leadership Committee has been hard at work this year! The committee, made up of 10 current seniors, one junior, and one sophomore, have set a steep goal of 100% participation from the senior class by graduation. They spent the first semester learning fundraising best practices and planning different events to promote their efforts.

A message to the class of 2023 from their kick-off event last month:

“The mission of the Mosaic committee is to maintain the connection of the class of 2023 and thank DSHA for all they have done for us the past 4 years. Providing a community gift of love and gratitude to DSHA allows us to bond and provide legacy before graduation. On behalf of the Mosaic committee, we are looking for all 164 seniors to donate something back to DSHA before you leave. We recommend that each senior donates $20.23 in honor of our class, but any amount you can donate is greatly appreciated! These donations go towards filling the gap between tuition and the full DSHA experience. The donations you make will allow future dashers to enjoy the same retreats you did, participate in co-curriculars, and so much more!”
~ Meg Dorrington, DSHA ‘23, Mosaic Leadership Committee Member

The next Mosaic event, "Pie" Day, is scheduled for Tuesday, March 14. Stay tuned for more details and follow Mosaic on Instagram @dsha_mosaic.

Click here to learn more about the Mosaic program and follow their progress.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! DSHA Track and Field Information | If your daughter is interested in joining the 2023 DSHA Track and Field team, there is an informational pre-season meeting on Wednesday, March 8 in the DSHA Quad from 7 - 8 p.m. All are welcome to join!

DSHA Spring Sports Information | Spring sports are just around the corner. If your daughter is interested in participating in lacrosse, rugby, soccer, softball, or track and field, please have her check with Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell in the Box Office to make sure she has filled out and turned in all of the athletic forms. If your daughter has already participated in a sport, she should be set to go. If spring is her first sport season, she may want to double-check.

Tryouts and Start Dates for Spring Sports

Lacrosse | Today – Friday, March 10 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the indoor Uihlein Soccer Park on Pat Jones field. To be considered, your daughter must attend all tryout days.
Track and Field | Today in the DSHA Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium from 5:30-7 p.m.
Rugby | Tuesday, March 14 in the DSHA Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium from 7:15-9 p.m.
Softball | Monday, March 13 - Wednesday, March 15. Tryouts will be broken into two groups this week. Group one, mostly freshmen and sophomores, will tryout from 3:05-4:35 p.m. Group two, mostly juniors and seniors, will tryout from 4:15-5:30 p.m. On Wednesday, March 15 all groups will tryout from 3:05-5 p.m. and team assignments will be completed from 5-5:30 p.m. Your daughter must attend all three days of tryouts or speak with Social Studies Faculty & Softball Head Coach Tom Montgomery.
Soccer | Monday, March 20 - Thursday, March 23. Tryouts will be held at Hart Park, 7300 W Chestnut St, Wauwatosa, WI 53213. Varsity tryouts are from 4-5:30 p.m. and Junior Varsity 2 and Junior Varsity tryouts are from 5:30-7 p.m. All tryouts will be outside on the Hart Park turf field. Your daughter must attend all tryout days to be considered.

NEW! DSHA Varsity Ski Team State Champions | Monday, February 20

Special congratulations to the DSHA Varsity Ski team who finished in first place at the Wisconsin Alpine Racing Association State Championship. This is the team's fourth state championship in the last six years. The team finished 2nd overall in the Slalom, 5th overall in the Grand Slalom, and 1st overall in the Super Giant Slalom (Super-G Race) to bring home the trophy!

Payton Bradford, DSHA ’24; Riley Doerr, DSHA ’26; Mack Doerr, DSHA ’23; Piper Dupies, DSHA ’23; Joan Barry, DSHA ’23; Emily Peterson, DSHA ’26; and Anne Klaus, DSHA ’25, represented the team at the competition. A special congratulations to the following Dashers:

Payton Bradford, DSHA '24 | Bradford placed second overall as an individual and qualified for nationals. She also placed second in the individual Slalom, placed 3rd in the individual Giant Slalom, and placed fifth in the Super-G Race.
Riley Doerr, DSHA '26 | Doerr placed ninth in the individual Slalom and 9th overall in the individual Super-G Race.

In addition, the DSHA Junior Varsity Ski team placed 2nd at the Midwest High School Ski Conference Championship on Thursday, February 23 at Sunburst.

NEW! Ice Hockey Sectional Runner-Up | On Tuesday, February 21 the DSHA Co-Op Varsity Ice Hockey team defeated the Fond du Lac Warbirds 2-0 in the WIAA Sectional semi-final game in Fond du Lac! Eileen Carey, DSHA '23, scored the game winning goal in the second period with an assist from Charlotte Fetherston, DSHA '24. Goalie Molly Jex, DSHA '24, secured all 24 saves in the shutout victory!

On Saturday, February 24 the team fell to Bay Area with a score of 3-1 in the WIAA Sectional Championship. Charlotte Fetherston, DSHA '24, scored the lone goal for the team. The team finished the season with a 20-6-1 overall record. Congratulations on a fantastic season!

NEW! DSHA Varsity Basketball Regional Champions | Friday, February 24

The DSHA Varsity Basketball team hosted the WIAA Regional semi-final game on Friday, February 24 and defeated DePere 44-42 in an exciting game. The team moved on to the WIAA Regional Championship on Saturday, February 25 and took on #4 seeded Hartford at Hartford. They defeated Hartford 74-64 to claim their fifth straight WIAA Regional Championship!

On March 2, the team fell to #1 seed Germantown. Special thanks to Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Kelly Coury, DSHA '23; Meg Dorrington, DSHA '23; and Ashley Jones, DSHA '23, as well as senior managers Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23, and Grace Pawlowski, DSHA '23. DSHA is grateful for their dedication and hard work over the past four years!　

NEW! DSHA Varsity Ski Team Gives Back | The DSHA Varsity Ski team hosted a winter hat and mitten drive from Monday, February 13 - Friday, March 3. The proceeds went to Warm Hands, Warm Hearts, a non-profit organization that donates new hats and mittens for adults and children in need.

Thank you to the DSHA Varsity Ski team for serving this important cause!

DSHA Summer Cool Sports Camps | The DSHA 2023 Summer Cool Sports Camps are open for registration. Camps fill up quickly so please register as soon as possible.

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Admissions Events | Do you know a Future Dasher? Please share the following!

5th-7th Grade Open House | Sunday, April 23

Click here to learn more about DSHA Open House.

NEW! 2023 DSHA Summer Cool

Registration has started for the 2023 Summer Cool! From visual arts and STEM camps, to faith and athletics offerings, there is something for every girl in rising grades 1-9 at DSHA Summer Cool. Create and build a customizable schedule that works for your family!

Visit dsha.info/summer to view the full brochure, camp schedules, camp descriptions, and other important information.

We encourage you to register early to reserve your camp spot!

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

Click here to view the 2023 Summer Cool brochure.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | February 20, 2023

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity!- Psalm 133:1

On Ash Wednesday in 2009, I was at DSHA for an all-day interview as an applicant for the principal position. As I discerned this amazing opportunity, I was moved by the invitation to share in the Ash Wednesday liturgy with the DSHA community. Every time we gather for Mass or any form of prayer, it is a grace given to us by God.

On that day in 2009, I also learned how DSHA lives out its Catholic faith by building community during the Lenten season. Now, fifteen years later, DSHA continues to observe Lent in special ways. Besides Ash Wednesday Mass, we will gather for our Lenten kick-off assembly, walking Stations of the Cross, the Vocare welcome back assembly, our St. Patrick’s Day Liturgy, and more. Additionally, all students and staff will have the opportunity to participate in Eucharistic Adoration and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. A full list of Lenten activities can be found under the Campus Ministry section.

John 3:16 states, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” This passage unites us during the season of Lent because it reminds us that we are all loved by God. The DSHA Lenten observance gives witness to His love.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

FINANCIAL AID UPDATES

2023-24 School Year Financial Aid Application | Submit by Friday, March 17

Questions? Contact Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Parent-Teacher Conferences | Tuesday, March 7 via Zoom

Conference sign-ups are now open! Log in to your myDSHA account and click on the resources tab at the top. Find the tile Spring 2023-Parent Teacher Conferences and schedule an appropriate time.

Please keep in mind that spring conferences follow the same format as the fall conferences and will happen via Zoom and are five minutes in length.

Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Testing Day | Tuesday, March 7

Freshmen and Sophomores | DSHA will be administering the PreACT to the entire sophomore and freshman classes. It offers students experience with the ACT test items, provides a predicted score, and offers a wealth of information to help students prepare for college. There is no student fee associated with this test and DSHA will handle the registration for this test.
Juniors | DSHA will be administering the ACT + Writing Test to the entire junior class. Families will be billed $52 per student via Smart Tuition. Students who participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program will have the testing fee covered by the state of Wisconsin. DSHA will handle the registration for this test.

If you are opting your daughter out of testing or have additional questions, please contact Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02.

NEW! MyACT | Starting this week, all junior students will use MyACT to complete their non-test demographic and interested inventory information. The non-test information completed can provide several benefits to students including:

Career counseling
Identifying data gaps
College and career planning
Interest-major fit information
Sending scores to up to four (4) colleges for free

When students create a new MyACT account, they will be sent a verification code via email or text. Students will be expected to complete the information on their own before the deadline. Students will be notified of the deadline and when the sign-up window opens.

Families may be contacted by Revolution Prep as they work in collaboration with DSHA regarding test readiness, resources, and test preparation for the ACT. This is something families may consider if a student would like extra support before the actual test date.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

Lent at DSHA will kick-off with our all-school Lent Assembly on Tuesday, February 21. As we begin this reflective time in the liturgical season, we encourage your daughter to participate in the programs listed below. There are many opportunities for her to grow stronger in her faith this season.

Every Lunch Period throughout Lent | Campus Ministry Office | Encourage your daughter to fast from her phone with this offering! Fast from certain applications, substitute a positive behavior, etc. Campus Ministry will be hosting phone-free lunches all Lent with games and other fun activities.
Every Monday During Early Dasher Time | Lent Small Groups | Small Groups consist of freshmen and sophomore students who meet once a week with junior student leaders to prayer with scripture and then walk together. Your daughter can make some new friends, grow closer to God, and then head down for lunch when the bell rings for late Dasher.
Thursday, February 23 | Beats & Eats in the DSHA Commons | Live music and food in the DSHA Commons sponsored by the Sisters of Culture co-curricular. Proceeds benefit Pearls for Teen Girls.
Wednesday, February 22 | “Fasting in Different Religions” in the Sisters of the Divine Savior’s Fireside Lounge | This program combines a simple lunch with a simple message. Encourage your daughter to step away from the busy lunch room, enjoy some soup, and learn of various fasting practices.
Friday, February 24 | Walking Stations of the Cross | To participate, your daughter can meet at the Mother of Our Savior Chapel at the beginning of Faith Friday time. Groups of 30 will walk the way of the cross throughout the school building.
Thursday, March 9 | Tosa Cares Field Trip | Have your daughter sign-up on the Applied Wellness application if she is interested in delivering bags to the Tosa Cares Food Pantry during her co-curricular/Dasher time.
Tuesday, March 21 | Kickball in the Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium | Have your daughter help raise money for Best Buddies, WI by playing kickball on Down Syndrome Awareness Day.
Thursday, March 23 | All-School Reconciliation | Your daughter has the option to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, offered all day, during her theology class.
Wednesday, March 29 | Adoration | To participate, your daughter can sign-up for quiet time with Jesus through the Applied Wellness Program application. She has the option to stay for 15 minutes or a whole class hour.
Thursday, March 30| Bingo in the DSHA Commons | Have your daughter spend her lunch playing bingo for a good cause. Cards are $1 and there will be LOTS of prizes. Proceeds of this event benefit the $10,000 Together challenge.
Friday, March 31 | “Kinship Over Community” in the Sisters of the Divine Savior’s Fireside Lounge | This program combines a simple lunch with a simple message. Encourage your daughter to step away from the busy lunchroom, eat some soup, and learn with her classmates.
Wednesday, April 5 during co-curricular time | All-School Stations of the Cross | Your daughter will experience the Stations of the Cross through the eyes of Mary.
Labyrinth | Bible Study | Holy Week Craft in Wellness

Ash Wednesday Schedule Reminder | Wednesday, February 22 | Regular Start Time

Wednesday, February 22 will NOT be a late start day due to the All-School Ash Wednesday Mass and Vocare blessing. Please remember to send your daughters at the regular start time that day.

NEW! Freshman and Sophomore Small Lent Groups | Sign-ups end at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21

Parents of freshman and sophomore Dashers—Lent is a great time for your daughter to get involved in Campus Ministry. Throughout the Lenten season, underclasswomen are invited to participate in Lent small groups with the guidance and leadership of two junior students. The groups meet every Monday and give your daughter the opportunity to pray, get to know her classmates, and have some fun together.

Sign-ups can be found on your daughter's Microsoft Teams class page. Sign-ups end on Tuesday, February 21 at 3 p.m. Contact Theology Faculty & Campus Minister for Retreats Jena Thurow-Mountin for more information.

NEW! Donations Needed for Bingo Fundraiser | Thursday, March 30

We are looking for small prizes for our Bingo fundraiser for our $10,000 Together challenge on Thursday, March 30. If you have fun items and are willing to donate to DSHA, please drop the items at the front office or send with your daughter to drop off at the Campus Ministry office. We are looking for the following items:

$5 Gift Cards
Unopened Make-Up
Specialty Products

Vocare | Monday, February 27 – Friday, March 10

Vocare, Latin for "to draw forth or to call," is the capstone of each student’s four years of service. Each DSHA senior serves for two full weeks in the greater Milwaukee community. By working alongside the elderly, children, or those with special needs, each senior experiences firsthand many of the critical issues facing our society and gains a deeper understanding of how she can utilize her God-given gifts and talents in service to others.

Vocare helps integrate the true meaning of what it means to be a Dasher – believer, self-advocate, critical thinker, communicator, and leader. Senior parents are invited to join us for the prayer services surrounding Vocare. Please check your email for more information.

165 seniors will serve at 51 different sites throughout the two weeks. Please join us in praying for our seniors!

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATE

Marquette University High School My Ascension Documentary Film Viewing | Tuesday, February 21 from 6 - 8 p.m.

MUHS will show the documentary film, My Ascension, meant to spread hope and fight against suicide. There will be a Q & A session following the film. Due to the sensitive nature of the film content, high school students should be accompanied by an adult. The film will be shown in the MUHS O'Rourke Performing Arts Hall.

Click here for more information about the documentary film.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Carla Olle, HA '60, Career Day | Thursday, March 2 from 7:50 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

During career day, DSHA sophomore and junior students will experience a day filled with career exploration. The day will begin with keynote speaker Kristin Branch, DSHA '92, who currently serves as the Director of the Marketing Leadership Institute at the University of Wisconsin Madison. Following the speaker, the girls will attend four career presentations aligning with careers they selected through a survey. The day will end with a resume building workshop and learning networking strategies.

Attendance is mandatory for all sophomore and junior girls. Freshmen will have no classes on this day and seniors will be on Vocare.

NEW! Summer Pre-College Programs

Many colleges offer pre-college summer programs for high school students. The summer programs are all about learning through experience, receiving college credit, exposure to a major of study, networking, gaining a sense of independence, and learning about oneself. Please note, attending a summer pre-college program at a college will not boost your daughters chances of admission to that specific university or college.

Click here for a list of pre-college summer programs.

College Fair Information and Registration | Wisconsin Education Fairs

Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location.

National Association for College Admission Counseling Virtual College Fairs

Individual Junior Meetings | Now through Thursday, April 27

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

Black History Month Collaborative Celebration | Month of February

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council is working with the Sisters of Culture co-curricular to host Black History Month events at DSHA. There are several school-wide offerings for students, faculty, and staff to choose to participate in throughout the month including:

Thursday, February 9 | Black History Month Read-In hosted by the DSHA English Department.
Friday, February 10 | All-school prayer service organized by the Sister of Culture co-curricular which included a worship dance and song.
Thursday, February 23 | "Beats and Eats" food fair hosted by the Sisters of Culture co-curricular with special guest and DSHA current parent DJ Anthony (A-BIZ) Foster from HYFIN
Friday, February 24 | Optional Dasher Dialogue on Black History Month organized by the DSHA Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council

In addition, the Sisters of Culture co-curricular are sharing short prayers or reflections by faith leaders in the Black community during afternoon prayer each Monday for the remainder of February.

NEW! Civil Rights Pilgrimage | Wednesday, March 22 through Saturday, March 25

On Monday, February 13, students who will attend the Civil Rights Pilgrimage met to prepare for the trip. The Civil Rights Pilgrimage to Washington, D.C., led by Theology Department Chair Lisa Metz, will take place from Wednesday, March 22 - Saturday. March 25. This pilgrimage offers sophomores, juniors, and seniors the opportunity to “pray with their feet” as they learn, reflect, and share about racial justice and civil rights within our country and through the lens of our Catholic faith.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

Winter Formal Dance | Saturday, February 25 from 7 - 10 p.m.

The Winter Formal Dance, open to juniors and seniors, is on Saturday, February 25 from 7- 10 p.m. The doors will lock at 8 p.m. and will reopen at 9:30 p.m. Permission slip forms can be found on your daughter's myDSHA account from Friday, February 10 through Friday, February 24 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $10 per person and $20 for a couple. Be sure your daughter brings her high school ID to the dance. Contact Mathematics & Specialized Studies Faculty Libby Wissing, DSHA '10, or Mathematics Faculty Rissie Lundberg for questions.

Important Dates for 2023-24

Thursday, August 17, 2023 | Check-In Day
Friday, August 18, 2023 | Freshmen Orientation
Monday, August 21, 2023 | First Traditional Day of School
Tuesday, December 19 - Friday, December 22, 2023 | Semester Exams
Saturday, December 23, 2023 - Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | Christmas Vacation
Tuesday, March 28, 2024 - Sunday, April 7, 2024 | Easter Vacation
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - Friday, May 24, 2024 | Semester Exams
Friday, May 24, 2024 | Graduation

NEW! Uniform and Snack Donations | We are in high need of uniform donations. More than ever, we are accepting donations of used uniforms and are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Secondly, the Student Services Team is looking for snack donations that are given out to students in need.

Any snack or uniform donations can be dropped off at the DSHA Main Office.

NEW! Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee | Spring Programing Available

NEW! Boys & Girls Club Free Driver's Education Courses | Monday - Friday, 5 - 7 p.m. at The Ready Center

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

DSHA Snow Closure Procedures | DSHA has policies and procedures in place to follow in the case of severe winter weather.

Click here to see the DSHA snow closure procedures.

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

PARENT EDUCATION SERIES

Spring Parent Education Series | Tuesday, February 28

The spring semester has one remaining education series topic on coping skills to support mental health challenges with teenagers Tuesday, February 28. Please join us!

Click here for more information.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Future PFAA meetings include:

● Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting and to learn more about what is happening in the Fine Arts at DSHA. Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Click here for more information.

Parent Fine Arts Association Summer Scholarships | Applications due by Tuesday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m.

The Summer Scholarship applications will close on Tuesday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m. If you are a member of the PFAA, your daughter is eligible to apply for the scholarship to help offset the cost of summer camps, lessons, classes, or materials that further her development in the Fine Arts. Applications are available on your daughter's myDSHA account. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are eligible.

Fine Arts Woman of the Year Applications | Submissions Due Tuesday, February 28

Fine Arts Woman of the Year applications will close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, February 28. Only seniors are eligible for this award and the $1,500 scholarship. Applications are available on seniors' myDSHA accounts.

Parent Association Looking for Breakfast Donations | Wednesday, March 1

The Parent Association is looking for volunteers to donate breakfast items for a grab and go breakfast for TSC (faculty and staff) the morning of Wednesday, March 1. Donations can be dropped off at the DSHA front office.

Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, March 28 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

Please join us for our next meeting! Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

DSHA Auction | Registration for the DSHA Auction ends on Tuesday, March 1!

Just over ONE WEEK left to purchase your tickets to the 2023 DSHA Auction! Join us for a "pearly" party at the Pritzlaff to help us further the mission of DSHA. Ticket sales end on Tuesday, March 1.

A few important reminders for March 11:

Table capacity is 10.
Valet will be available for all attendees. You can pull up to 333 N Plankinton Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203.
The theme is Pearls of Wisdom, so feel free to work that into your cocktail attire for the evening. (We'll also have some beautiful pearl jewelry to bid on in the silent auction!)
Registration, open bar, silent auction, the giftcard wall, and the bourbon & bubbles pull will all open promptly at 5 p.m.

Last minute donation items should be dropped off at DSHA by Friday, February 24 at DSHA to Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney. Giftcards, and bourbon & bubbles (champagne, sparkling wine, prosecco) donations can be dropped off at DSHA through Tuesday, March 7.

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated items(s) to our auction this year! We can't wait to showcase all of the awesome packages which will continuously be uploaded to the Givesmart bidding site. Items will be up for bid starting Monday, March 6.

Click here to purchase a ticket by Wednesday, March 1.

Click here to become a family or corporate sponsor.

Click here to donate an item to the live or silent auction.

Click here for more information about the 2023 DSHA Auction.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26

Save the date for the 2023 Grandparent Liturgy. Grandparents will be invited to accompany their granddaughters for Mass and a light breakfast at DSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Winter Formal | Saturday, February 25 | Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes to sign-up.
Parent Association TSC Breakfast | Wednesday, March 1
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11
Spring Fling | Saturday, March 18 | Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes to sign-up.
DSHA Grandparent Liturgy Mass | Wednesday, April 26
Prom | Saturday, April 29 | Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes to sign-up.

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Tickets Available for Trap | March 2 - 5

Did you guess the secret? Did you tell the secret? The cat’s out of the bag—the official name of DSHA Theatre’s winter play is Trap! Tickets for Trap are on sale now!

In this documentary-style drama, using interviews with witnesses, loved ones, first responders, and the investigators pursuing the case, the cast and crew will bring to life the story of a strange, past event in the theatre where everyone in the audience fell unconscious — every person but one.

You won't want to miss this show! Note for parents of young children: Parent guidance is suggested as some scenes may be scary for young children. We estimate the show to be rated PG.

Click here to purchase your tickets.

NEW! Angelaires Audition | Wednesday, March 15

Auditions for next year's troupe will be held after school on Wednesday, March 15. The Angelaires are an auditioned show choir and the musical ambassadors of DSHA. The group performs jazz, pop, rock, Broadway, and contemporary acapella. They meet every day during 9th hour, 3:15-4 p.m., until completion of the spring concert in earl May. Auditions are open to any rising sophomore, junior, or senior student.

Director of Theater, Choir, & Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler will host an informational meeting during co-curricular time on Thursday, February 23 with this year’s Angelaires officers. Director of Theater, Choir, & Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler will also host an audition workshop on Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 10 during the school day for students looking for additional audition support.

Worried about your daughter auditioning? Read the FAQ's below!

My daughter is in a sport. Can she do both? The Angelaires have students who are also athletes!
Can my daughter hold a job and participate in Angelaires? Most of this year’s Angelaires have jobs.
What if my daughter can't sing or dance? The Angelaires prioritize growth over perfection. Encourage your daughter to audition if interested and we’ll help her learn to be a better singer, dancer, and overall performer.

Community Theatre Works’ Disney’s Descendants

Auditions for Community Theatre Works’ (CTW) summer production of Disney’s Descendants will take place on Tuesday, June 6 for students in rising grades 5-8 and Wednesday, June 7 for students in rising grades 9-12. Adults may audition either day. Callbacks will be held Thursday, June 8 for all ages. Audition materials will be posted on the CTW website on Monday, May 1.

Students in rising grades 5-12 must register for DSHA Summer Cool to audition. Registration for DSHA Summer Cool is now open!

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	1/9 - 22	1/23 - 2/5	2/5 - 3/19	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	2	2	19	53
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	20	0	0	145
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	3	2	3	52
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0	7
Current active positivity rate: 0/772 (0.00%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

School COVID Lab Closing | Friday, April 28

The School COVID Lab will close indefinitely on Friday, April 28. Until then, the lab is open to students, household members, and staff.

Click here to schedule a testing time slot.

NEW! Message from the School Nurse Patti Hughes

The majority of COVID positive students have reported cold symptoms but few of the recent cases have also reported an upset stomach along with cold symptoms as their early presentation.

During this reporting period we have also had an increase in colds and stomach viruses. There is public health guidance for returning to school after illness including:

A student with a fever of 100 or higher needs to wait 24 hours after the fever has broken and without the use of fever reducing medications before returning to school.
A student who has vomited needs to wait 24 hours before returning to school.
A student who has had 3 or more bouts of diarrhea in a day needs to wait 24 hours before returning to school.
The DSHA Community Health protocol asks for the student to test negative for COVID if their symptoms are consistent with potential COVID. Results are to be submitted to the school nurse. If you are in need of a home COVID test, please contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! Mosaic Senior Gift Class Tradition

A message to the class of 2023 from their kick-off event last month:

The next Mosaic event, "Pie" Day, is scheduled for Tuesday, March 14. Stay tuned for more details and follow Mosaic on Instagram @dsha_mosaic.

Click here to learn more about the Mosaic program and follow their progress.

NEW! Scholarship Opportunities | Thanks to generous and passionate donors, DSHA is able to offer both need-based scholarships/ financial aid AND a handful of merit-based scholarships. Eligibility for merit-based scholarships varies depending on the scholarship criteria which ranges from excellence in math and science to demonstrated leadership in and out of the classroom. The following are some opportunities:

Mary Mross Public Policy Scholarship Information | Applications Due Friday, March 17
DSHA will award one scholarship to a current sophomore or junior who demonstrates exemplary knowledge and passion for public policy. The award will be applied to her 2023-24 academic year tuition. Application information has been emailed to current sophomores and juniors. Hard copies can be picked up in Social Studies Faculty & Department Chair Patrick Dawson's room. A committee blindly reviews and selects the scholarship recipient based on that student’s merits. Note: Students who applied as sophomores are eligible to re-apply their junior year if they have not previously been awarded the scholarship.
Dashers Outstanding Pro-Life Advocate Scholarship | Applications Due Friday, March 17
The Dashers Outstanding Pro-Life Advocate Scholarship was established in 2022 to be awarded annually to one student who has demonstrated her commitment to advocate for the unborn and serve the needs of expecting mothers. This includes, but is not limited to, membership in the Respect Life co-curricular, participation in pro-life events facilitated by DSHA, and/or service opportunities promoting pro-life initiatives. Application information will be emailed this week to students. The scholarship is awarded to one student entering her sophomore, junior, or senior year, meets the criteria stated, submits a short essay reflecting on experiences as a pro-life advocate, shows her intention to further the pro-life mission at DSHA, and provides two letters of recommendation. A committee blindly reviews and selects the scholarship recipient based on that student’s merits.
Alumnae Service Scholarship | Applications Due Friday, March 17
The Alumnae Service Scholarship recognizes the tradition of service, a cornerstone of the DSHA community. One scholarship will be awarded to a sophomore or a junior who is enrolled for her 2023-2024 academic year. Consideration may be given to students who have financial need. Application information will be emailed this week to students.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! Greater Metro Conference Winter Scholar Athlete Award Winners

Congratulations to the Dashers who qualified for the Greater Metro Conference Scholar Athlete Award!

Basketball | Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Kelly Coury, DSHA '23; Meg Dorrington, DSHA '23, Ashley Jones, DSHA 23; Hailey Bachmann, DSHA '24; Lilly Cesarz, DSHA '24; Haley Feldbruegge, DSHA '24; Flan O’Keef, DSHA '24; Natalie Swiderski, DSHA '24; and Ally Timm, DSHA '24
Ice Hockey | Charlotte Fetherston, DSHA '24; Molly Jex, DSHA '24; Eleanor Langenfeld, DSHA '24; and Nina Szatmary, DSHA '24
Ski | Joan Barry, DSHA '23; Piper Dupies, DSHA '23; and Payton Bradford, DSHA '24

To receive this award from the conference, a student-athlete must be a junior or senior, varsity letter winner, and have a 3.5 or above cumulative GPA. Congratulations, Dashers!

NEW! DSHA Varsity Basketball Regular Season Recap | The DSHA Varsity Basketball team wrapped up their regular season on Thursday, February 16. The team finished 4th in the Greater Metro Conference with a record of 8-7 and an overall record of 13-10.

They begin their journey to the WIAA State Basketball Championship with WIAA Regional play on Friday, February 24 against DePere at 7 p.m. at DSHA. If they win, they will take on the winner of the Hartford versus Milwaukee King game and will play on Saturday, February 25 at 7 p.m. at the school with the higher seed.

Click here to view the WIAA website for more information on who, when, and where they will play.

NEW! DSHA Gymnastics Regular Season Recap | DSHA has a co-op with the West Allis schools to compete in gymnastics. DSHA has six girls competing on the team this season. The team competed in the Greater Metro Conference Tournament on Friday, February 17 to complete their regular season.

The WIAA Sectional is scheduled for Saturday, February 25 at Hartford beginning at 11 a.m., with the State Championship scheduled for Friday, March 3 - Saturday, March 4 at Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School.

NEW! DSHA Ice Hockey Team Regular Season Recap | The DSHA Ice Hockey co-op team with University School of Milwaukee finished their regular season with a 18-5-1 overall record, including a 5-1 win in the last game of the regular season over the Stoughton Icebergs.

The team moved on to WIAA Regional play on Friday, February 17 and won against the Lakeshore Lightning. The team will move on to the Sectional Semi-Final game on Tuesday, February 21 at 8 p.m. against Fond du Lac at the Blue Line Ice Center.

Click here to view the WIAA website for more information on who, when, and where they will play.

NEW! DSHA Ski Team Regular Season Recap | The DSHA Ski team finished the regular season with five first place finishes and 1 second place finish to take second place in the Midwest High School Ski Conference.

The team played in the Wisconsin Alpine Racing Association State Championship at Mount LaCrosse on Sunday, February 19 and Monday, February 20. Those competing in the state championships included Payton Bradford, DSHA '24; Riley Doerr, DSHA '26; Mack Doerr, DSHA '23; Piper Dupies, DSHA '23; Joan Barry, DSHA '23; Emily Peterson, DSHA '26; and Anne Klaus, DSHA '25.

The DSHA Junior Varsity Ski team qualified for the Junior Varsity Midwest High School Ski Conference and will compete on Thursday, February 23. Best of luck to both teams!

NEW! DSHA Snowboarder Chloe Rummel, DSHA '25, Competes at State

Special congratulations to Chloe Rummel, DSHA '25, who took 1st place in boardercross snowboarding and 3rd place in slalom snowboarding Saturday, February 4 and Sunday, February 5. Rummel ended the regular season as the Midwest High School Ski & Snowboard Conference Champion in boardercross, 3rd overall for slalom, and 3rd for giant slalom in the overall conference standings. She is the only female to place in all three disciplines.

Rummel moved on to the Wisconsin Alpine Racing Association State Championship meet in LaCrosse on Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18 and will competed in all 3 disciplines. She received 3rd place in boardercross, 4th place in giant slalom, 6th place in slalom, and 4th place overall.

NEW! Congratulations to Winter Captains

We want to send a special congratulations to captains!

Basketball | Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23, and Ally Timm, DSHA '24
Ski | Joan Barry, DSHA '23; Caroline Denton, DSHA '23; Mack Doerr, DSHA '23; and Sally Manning, DSHA '23

Students from other schools were chosen as captains on the gymnastics and ice hockey co-op teams.

NEW! DSHA Spring Sports Information | Spring sports are just around the corner. If your daughter is interested in participating in lacrosse, rugby, soccer, softball, or track and field please have her check with Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell in the Box Office to make sure she has filled out and turned in all of the athletic forms. If your daughter has already participated in a sport, she should be set to go. If spring is her first sport season, she may want to double-check.

NEW! Tryouts and Start Dates for Spring Sports

Lacrosse | Monday, March 6 – Friday, March 10 from 4- 5:30 p.m. at the indoor Uihlein Soccer Park on Pat Jones field. To be considered, your daughter must attend all tryout days.
Track and Field | Monday, March 6 in the DSHA Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium from 5:30-7 p.m.
Rugby | Tuesday, March 14 in the DSHA Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium from 7:15-9 p.m.
Softball | Monday, March 13 through Wednesday, March 15. Tryouts will be broken into two groups the week before. Group one, mostly freshmen and sophomores, will tryout from 3:05-4:35 p.m. Group two, mostly juniors and seniors, will tryout from 4:15-5:30 p.m. On Wednesday, March 15 all groups will tryout from 3:05-5 p.m. and team assignments will be completed from 5-5:30 p.m. Your daughter must attend all three days of tryouts or speak with Social Studies Faculty & Softball Head Coach Tom Montgomery.
Soccer | Monday, March 20 through Thursday, March 23. Tryouts will be held at Hart Park 7300 W Chestnut St, Wauwatosa, WI 53213. Varsity tryouts are from 4-5:30 p.m. and Junior Varsity 2 and Junior Varsity tryouts are from 5:30-7 p.m. All tryouts will be outside on the Hart Park turf field. Your daughter must attend all tryout days to be considered.

NEW! Spring Sports Picture Day | Wednesday, March 29

All spring sports pictures will be taken on Wednesday, March 29 after school in the Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium. Each sport coach will provide information on how to order a team and/or individual photo.

NEW! Basketball Team Gives Back

On Saturday, February 11, the DSHA Varsity Basketball team volunteered to work the 26th Annual Steve Cullen Healthy Heart Club Run/Walk. The organization helps fund life-saving heart research at the Medical College of Wisconsin in memory of former Milwaukee Alderman Steve Cullen who died of a heart attack at the age of 40. The Alderman was the father of DSHA Athletic Trainer Annie Cullen Olivares, DSHA '04. The Dashers served water during the race and chili to the runners after the race. The team had a wonderful experience!

NEW! DSHA Varsity Basketball Senior Night Recap

The DSHA Varsity Basketball team celebrated senior and senior parent night on Tuesday, February 14 prior to warm-ups of their 7 pm game. We honored seniors Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Kelly Coury, DSHA 23; Meg Dorrington, DSHA '23; and Ashley Jones, DSHA '23. In addition, we will also celebrated team managers Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23, and Grace Pawlowski, DSHA '23.

NEW! Milwaukee High School Sports Awards Girls Tennis Play of the Year | Winner Announced Tuesday, May 23 at the Pabst Theatre

The Milwaukee High School Sports Awards program announced the nominees for girls tennis player of the year on Tuesday, January 31. Two DSHA student-athletes were nominated including Molly Jex, DSHA '24, and Lizzie Stuckslager, DSHA '26.

In addition, three DSHA volleyball players were nominated for volleyball player of the year on Saturday, January 26 including Jordan Czajkowski, DSHA '25; Madison Quest, DSHA '25; and Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24.

The winners will be announced Tuesday, May 23 at the Pabst Theatre during the live show. During the show, nominees will be honored along with the athletes of the year in 24 other sports. The Milwaukee High School Sports Awards show is part of the USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, the largest high school sports recognition program in the country.

Click here for more information.

NEW! DSHA Summer Cool Sports Camps | The DSHA 2023 Summer Sports Camps are open for registration. Camps fill up quickly so please register as soon as possible.

Click here to register for 2023 DSHA Summer Cool.

2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame! The deadline for submission of nominations is Monday, May 1.

Click here to view the nomination criteria.

Click here to complete an online nomination.

Click here to download a nomination form to mail.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Admissions Events | Do you know a Future Dasher? Please share the following!

Save the date for these events !

7th Grade Visit Days | March 14, 21, 28 and April 4
5th - 7th Grade Parent Tours | March 9, 23, and April 20, 27
5th - 7th Grade Open House | April 23, 9 a.m. - Noon

Click here to learn more.

NEW! 2023 Summer Cool | Registration has started for the 2023 Summer Cool! From visual arts and STEM camps, to faith and athletics offerings, there is something for every girl in rising grades 1-9 at DSHA Summer Cool. Create and build a customizable schedule that works for your family!

Visit dsha.info/summer to view the full brochure, camp schedules, camp descriptions, and other important information.

We encourage you to register early to reserve your camp spot and take advantage of the 20% early bird discount, which ends Tuesday, February 28.

Click here to register and view the brochure for DSHA Summer Cool 2023.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | February 6, 2023

Parent eNews | Monday, February 6

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Last week, as part of our Catholic Schools Week celebrations, we were blessed by the presence of national Catholic speaker Chika Anyanwu for our All-School Goodness and Kindness of Jesus Assembly as part of our Catholic Schools Week celebration. Ms. Anyanwu showed our daughters how good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity by reminding them how they are all made in His image and likeness.

Ms. Anyanwu used the Beatitudes from the Gospel of Matthew to relate her faith story to the girls. Explaining one of the Beatitudes, “blessed are the poor in heart, for they will see God,” and using the pitfalls of social media as an example, she encouraged the girls to be in relationship with Jesus as that will lead to a clean heart.

During the evening presentation for parents, Ms. Anywanu recognized the joys, challenges, and stressors of parenting. She asked those present, "what if parents prayed for other parents?" The evening closed with prayer in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel.

DSHA celebrated the end of Catholic Schools Week with an All-School Mass on Friday, February 3. The closing song, We Are One Body, had the girls singing with loud voices and big hearts. We are one body, one body in Christ!

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

FINANCIAL AID UPDATES

2023-24 School Year Financial Aid Application | Submit by Friday, March 17

Click here to view the financial aid application instructions.

Questions? Contact Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Parent-Teacher Conferences | Tuesday, March 7 via Zoom

Sign-ups for parent-teacher conferences will be in the Parent eNews on Monday, February 20. For now, mark your calendars for March 7, between the hours of 2:45 – 6:30 p.m. If you have questions or would like to connect sooner, please reach out to your daughter's teachers.

NEW! Test and Quiz Make-Up Time | Wednesday, February 15

Parents, if your daughter would like to use the morning of Movie Day, Wednesday, February 15, to make up missing quizzes or tests, please let Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield know. There will be a teacher available to stay at DSHA to proctor quizzes or tests to help students get caught up.

NEW! Scholastic Writing Awards | Congratulations to Quinn Jennings, DSHA '23, who was awarded by the Scholastic Writing Awards in multiple categories. The Scholastic Writing Awards recognizes students with exceptional literary talent and gives them opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication, and scholarships.

In the southeast Wisconsin region, Jennings was awarded the Gold Key in the critical essay and poetry categories. Her critical essay "A Mocking Yet Honest Reflection" and her poem "Recollections of Home" will advance to the national competition where she will compete for the distinction of National Medalist. Jennings received a Silver Key in the writing portfolio category and was also given honorable mention in the contest categories of humor, personal essay and memoir, critical essay, and flash fiction.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Lent | During Lent, we unite ourselves through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to better enter the experience of the pascal mystery. Past Lent projects include hunger through Heifer International, Syrian refugees through Samaritan’s Purse, or women’s education through the Malala Fund. This year we will be focusing on supporting the organizations that the student body voted on as a part of our $10,000 Together Challenge. Those organization are the MacCannon Brown Homeless Sanctuary, Best Buddies of WI, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Other activities during Lent include:

Ash Wednesday all-school Mass
All-School Lenten Reconciliation
School-wide walking Stations of the Cross
Lent Small Groups, especially for freshmen / sophomore led by juniors
Bingo fundraisers, and more

More information is coming in the next Parent eNews on Monday, February 20.

NEW! Vocare | Monday, February 27 – Friday, March 10

Vocare, Latin for "to draw forth or to call," is the capstone of each student’s four years of service. Each DSHA senior serves for two full weeks in the greater Milwaukee community. By working alongside the elderly, children, or those with special needs, each senior experiences firsthand many of the critical issues facing our society and gains a deeper understanding of how she can utilize her God-given gifts and talents in service to others.

165 seniors will serve at 50 different sites throughout the two weeks. Please join us in praying for our seniors!

Ash Wednesday Schedule Change | Wednesday, February 22

Wednesday, February 22 will NOT be a late start day due to the All-School Ash Wednesday Mass and Vocare blessing. Please remember to send your daughters at the regular start time that day.

NEW! Pallium Lecture | Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. at the Brookfield Conference Center

The 2023 Pallium Lecture, “Love for the Eucharist in an Apostolic Age," will be presented by Monsignor James P. Shea, president of the University of Mary, in Bismarck, North Dakota. The presentation was selected by Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki and is an annual event meant to foster conversation through the Catholic intellectual tradition.

Free and open to the public, the evening is sponsored by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee with the support of The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation.

Click here to register for the Pallium Lecture.

NEW! Notre Dame Vision Summer Program | June 26 - 30 | July 10 - 14 | July 17 - 21

Notre Dame Vision combines theological exploration, personal renewal, and a committed community of campus and youth ministers from across the nation to invigorate ministry to young people. This program is available to high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Click here for more information about the program.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATE

Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Testing Day | Tuesday, March 7

Freshmen and Sophomores | DSHA will be administering the PreACT to the entire sophomore and freshman classes. It offers students experience with the ACT test items, provides a predicted score, and offers a wealth of information to help students prepare for college. There is no student fee associated with this test and DSHA will handle the registration for this test.
Juniors | DSHA will be administering the ACT + Writing Test to the entire junior class. Families will be billed $52 per student via Smart Tuition. Students who participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program will have the testing fee covered by the state of Wisconsin. DSHA will handle the registration for this test.

Additional information will be sent directly to students and parents via email in mid-February. If you would like to opt your daughter out of the test, please contact Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02.

NEW! Marquette University High School My Ascension Documentary Film Viewing | Tuesday, February 21 from 6 - 8 p.m.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Carla Olle, HA '60, Career Day | Thursday, March 2

During career day, DSHA sophomore and junior students will experience a day filled with career exploration. The day will begin with a keynote speaker. Following the speaker, the girls will attend four career presentations aligning with careers they selected through a survey. The day will end with a resume building workshop and learning networking strategies.

Attendance is mandatory for all sophomore and junior girls. Freshmen will have no classes on this day and seniors will be on Vocare.

NEW! College Fair Information and Registration | Wisconsin Educational Fairs

Wisconsin Education Fairs provide easy access to information about postsecondary options on a timely basis for all Wisconsin citizens, regardless of geographic location.

NEW! National Association for College Admission Counseling Virtual College Fairs

Individual Junior Meetings | Now through Thursday, April 27

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Black History Month Collaborative Celebration | Month of February

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council is working with the Sisters of Culture co-curricular to host Black History Month events at DSHA. There will be several school-wide offerings for students, faculty, and staff to choose to participate in throughout the month including:

Thursday, February 9 | Black History Month Read-In hosted by the DSHA English Department
Friday, February 10 | All-school prayer service organized by the Sisters of Culture co-curricular to include a worship dance and song.
Thursday, February 23 | "Beats and Eats" food fair hosted by the Sisters of Culture co-curricular with special guest and DSHA current parent DJ Anthony (A-BIZ) Foster from HYFIN
Friday, February 24 | Optional Dasher Dialogue on Black History Month organized by the DSHA Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council

NEW! Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze is working on connecting with the parents of our students of color during the spring semester.

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogue | Friday, February 24

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council just completed their second retreat where they discussed and decided topics for the second semester Dasher Dialogues. The next Dasher Dialogue will be held on Friday, February 24 during the lunch hour and will focus on Black History Month. Future Dasher Dialogues include:

Friday, March 10 | Eating Disorder Awareness
Friday, March 19 | Feminism & Self-Esteem
Friday, April 21 | Autism Awareness
Friday, May 5 | Hispanic Heritage
Friday, May 12 | Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage in collaboration with the Asian Student Union co-curricular

All-In Milwaukee | Applications due Wednesday, February 15

All-In Milwaukee is a college completion program that provides financial aid, advising, and career support to high potential, limited-income, diverse Milwaukee students to complete college, build meaningful careers, and transform the Milwaukee community. The DSHA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council is collaborating with DSHA College Counseling to support DSHA students who have met all requirements.

Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze will be meeting with the girls once a week until applications are due on Wednesday, February 15.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Important Dates for 2023-24

Thursday, August 17, 2023 | Check-In Day
Friday, August 18, 2023 | Freshmen Orientation
Monday, August 21, 2023 | First Traditional Day of School
Tuesday, December 19 - Friday, December 22, 2023 | Semester Exams
Saturday, December 23, 2023 - Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | Christmas Vacation
Tuesday, March 28, 2024 - Sunday, April 7, 2024 | Easter Vacation
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - Friday, May 24, 2024 | Semester Exams
Friday, May 24, 2024 | Graduation

NEW! Winter Formal Dance | Saturday, February 25 from 7 - 10 p.m.

Tickets are $10 per person and $20 for a couple. Be sure your daughter brings her high school ID to the dance.

Questions? Contact Mathematics & Specialized Studies Faculty Libby Wissing, DSHA '10, or Mathematics Faculty Rissie Lundberg.

NEW! Student Birthdays and Half-Birthdays in February

Students should use the following procedure for out-of-uniform birthday wristbands:

Students are expected to pick up the wristbands from the front office the day before they plan to dress out of uniform.
Picking up the day of is not an option due to the foot traffic in the front office.

Dash-A-Thon Movie Day | Wednesday, February 15

Students riding the bus should arrive to school by 7:45 a.m. and those driving to the theatre should arrive at 8 a.m. The movies should end between 11-11:30 a.m. Buses will arrive back at school between 11:30 a.m. and noon.

Uniform Donations | DSHA is always accepting donations of used uniforms. Please drop off any items you would like to donate in the Main Office. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

DSHA Snow Closure Procedures | DSHA has policies and procedures in place to follow in the case of severe winter weather.

Click here to see the DSHA snow closure procedures.

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

PARENT EDUCATION SERIES

Spring Parent Education Series | Tuesday, February 28

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

NEW! Parent Association Looking for Breakfast Donations | Wednesday, March 1

NEW! Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, March 28 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

Please join us for our next meeting! Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

NEW! Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Future PFAA meetings include:

● Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting and to learn more about what is happening in the Fine Arts at DSHA. Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Parent Fine Arts Association Summer Scholarships | Applications due by Tuesday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m.

NEW! Fine Arts Woman of the Year Applications | Submissions Due Tuesday, February 28

SPECIAL EVENTS

DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11

Registration for the 2023 DSHA Auction is now open! There are several ways to get involved in the auction including sponsorship, item donation, bourbon and bubbles pull donations, day-of volunteering, and more.

Click here to purchase your ticket by March 1.

Click here to become a family or corporate sponsor.

Click here to donate an item to the live or silent auction.

Click here for more information about the 2023 DSHA Auction.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

NEW! Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26

Save the date for the 2023 Grandparent Liturgy. Grandparents will be invited to accompany their granddaughters for Mass and a light breakfast at DSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! Tickets Available for Trap | March 2 - 5

Did you guess the secret? Did you tell the secret? The cat’s out of the bag—the official name of DSHA Theatre’s winter play is Trap! Tickets for Trap are on sale now!

You won't want to miss this show!

Click here to purchase your tickets.

NEW! Community Theatre Works’ Disney’s Descendants

Students in rising grades 5-12 must register for DSHA Summer Cool to audition. Registration for DSHA Summer Cool opens Wednesday, February 15.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	12/19 - 1/8	1/9 - 22	1/23 - 2/5	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	1	2	2	34
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	2	20	0	145
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	2	3	2	49
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0	7
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! School COVID Lab Closing | Friday, April 28

NEW! Message from the School Nurse Patti Hughes | Wisconsin made changes to the School Immunization Requirements for 2023-24 school year

Entry into 7th-11th Grades | 1-TDAP and 1-Meningoccal vaccine are now required. The previous schedule had the TDAP required for students entering 6th grade so most high school students typically have this vaccine. The Meningococcal/MenACWY vaccine is now required.
Entry into 12 Grades | A booster of the meningococcal/MenACWY has been added to the required schedule. Students who receive their first MenACWY at age 16 years or over do not need the booster.
Parents can sign a waiver of refusal of required vaccines for personal, religious, or medical reasons. The waiver must be on file at school.
Your doctor or clinic can assist you in knowing if your daughter is up to date with vaccines.
Schools must provide an annual report of required vaccination compliance or signed waivers to the state and local health departments by day 40 of each school year.

Click here to view your daughter's Wisconsin administered vaccine records.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! Annual Fund Thank You & Giving

Thank you to those who have already given to the annual fund this year. Giving to the annual fund makes a difference in the education of every young woman attending DSHA. These gifts supply important resources for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve the mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart, and intellect.

Help us reach our goal of $1,088,697 for the DSHA Annual Fund and make your gift today!

Click here to make your gift to the DSHA Annual Fund.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

Upcoming Games | Come support the basketball, gymnastics, ice hockey and ski teams this season!

Click here to find event times and locations.

DSHA Basketball Games Livestreamed | All DSHA home basketball games at all levels will be livestreamed on the NFHS network.

Click here to learn how you can livestream the DSHA Basketball games.

DSHA Varsity Basketball Senior Night | Tuesday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m.

The DSHA Varsity Basketball team will celebrate senior and senior parent night on Tuesday, February 14 prior to warm-ups of their 7 p.m. game at DSHA vs West Allis Hale. We will honor seniors Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Kelly Coury, DSHA 23; Meg Dorrington, DSHA '23; and Ashley Jones, DSHA '23. In addition, we will also celebrate team managers Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23, and Grace Pawlowski, DSHA '23. Come and support these Dashers!

NEW! Milwaukee High School Sports Awards Girls Volleyball Player of the Year | Winner Announced Tuesday, May 23 at the Pabst Theatre

The Milwaukee High School Sports Awards program announced the nominees for girls volleyball player of the year on Saturday, January 26. Three DSHA student-athletes were nominated including Jordan Czajkowski, DSHA '25; Madison Quest, DSHA '25; and Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24. The winner will be announced Tuesday, May 23 at the Pabst Theatre during the live show.

During the show, nominees will be honored along with the athletes of the year in 24 other sports. The Milwaukee High School Sports Awards show is part of the USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, the largest high school sports recognition program in the country.

Click here to learn more about the live show and purchase tickets.

NEW! MAX Field Hockey 2022 High School State Player of the Year

Mack Doerr, DSHA '23, was named the Wisconsin State Field Hockey Player of the Year! Doerr was a forward on the 2022 Wisconsin High School Field Hockey Association State Championship DSHA Varsity Field Hockey team. She was named First Team All-Conference, MAX Field Hockey Second Team All-West/Midwest Region, and MAX Field Hockey Pre-season Player to Watch!

Doerr will continue playing field hockey at Boston College in the fall.

NEW! MAX Field Hockey’s 2022 High School State Coaches of the Year!

Co-Head Varsity Field Hockey Coach, English Faculty, and Instructional Technology Coordinator Quinn Loucks and Co-Head Varsity Field Hockey Coach Sue Walline were named MAX Field Hockey's 2022 Wisconsin High School Coaches of the year! The two coaches led the Dashers to the 2022 Wisconsin High School Field Hockey Association State Championship with a 4-0 win over Arrowhead to finish the program’s first ever undefeated season at 12-0.

Congratulations on this honor!

NEW! National Letter of Intent Signings Re-Cap | Tuesday, January 31

Tuesday, January 31 was the second opportunity for student-athletes to sign their National Letter of Intent to play athletics at the collegiate level. The DSHA Athletic Department was proud to celebrate the following students:

Ellie Connor, DSHA '23, signed to play volleyball at Loyola University New Orleans.
Olivia deGuzman, DSHA '23, signed to play volleyball at Illinois Welseyan.
Piper Dupies, DSHA '23, signed to play soccer at Williams College.
Katarina Muha, DSHA '23, signed to row at Dunquesne University.

It was a great celebration! Best wishes to all four athletes as they move on to play their sport at the collegiate level!

NEW! Faith Friday DSHA Basketball Re-Cap | Friday, January 27

The DSHA Basketball teams celebrated Faith Friday on January 27. It was a great way to come together in prayer before their games against Wauwatosa East that night.

2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame! The deadline for submission of nominations is Monday, May 1.

Click here to view the nomination criteria.

Click here to complete an online nomination.

Click here to download a nomination form to mail.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Welcoming the DSHA Class of 2027

Congratulations and welcome to our newest class of Dashers! We are so excited for the class of 2027 to start at DSHA this fall. Do you know of a future Dasher in 8th grade who is thinking about DSHA? Please have them contact a member of our admissions team–we are happy to speak with them to share more about DSHA!

Click here to contact a member of our admissions team.

Click here to see several members of the class of 2027 receive their acceptance letters.

The School COVID Lab will close indefinitely on Friday, April 28. Until then, the lab is open to students, household members, and staff.

Click here to schedule a testing time slot.

Click here to register for Girls Night In.

Save the date for these events!

7th Grade Visit Days | March 14, 21, 28 and April 4
5th - 7th Grade Parent Tours | March 9, 23, and April 20, 27
5th - 7th Grade Open House | April 23, 9 a.m. - Noon

Click here to learn more.

NEW! 2023 Summer Cool | The 2023 Summer Cool brochure is here! Start planning your best summer yet!

From visual arts and STEM camps, to faith and athletics offerings, there is something for every girl in rising grades 1-9 at DSHA Summer Cool.

Visit dsha.info/summer to view the full brochure, camp schedules, camp descriptions, and other important information.

Registration for Summer Cool will open Wednesday, February 15.

Brochures will hit your mailbox in the next couple of weeks. We encourage you to start planning early to reserve your camp spot and take advantage of the 20% early bird discount, which ends Tuesday, February 28.

Click here to learn more about 2023 Summer Cool.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | January 23, 2023

Parent eNews | Monday, January 23

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Our community has two very special and celebratory weeks to bring us together in unity as we start off our second semester. Last week we celebrated Multi-Cultural Week and next week we celebrate Catholic Schools Week.

Multi-Cultural Week | As humans, we are all made in the image and likeness of God. Our human family is diverse just as our DSHA community is diverse. We are grateful for this because it reminds us our community is a gift from God. Diversity refers to the myriad of personal experiences, values, perspectives, talents, and worldviews that arise from differences in culture and circumstance. DSHA values diversity among the students we recruit and the staff we hire. DSHA promotes and supports diversity through a range of curricular and co-curricular offerings, as well as through programmatic pastoral and experiential learning. We support and develop young women, who rooted in their own faith tradition, are able to embrace and respect differences in background and perspective, while being open to appreciating and learning about the wider world.

Catholic Schools Week | The Most Reverend Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki has encouraged all Catholic schools to celebrate. His Catholic Schools Week letter aligns with our theme of unity. Our week-long celebration will include the following:

Monday, January 30 | DSHA will host the annual Gr8Lengths Assembly where students will have the option to donate their hair to children with cancer.
Tuesday, January 31 | Senior Dashers will play against staff in the annual student versus staff basketball game.
Wednesday, February 1 | Students will have the option to enjoy a pancake breakfast before classes begin.
Thursday, February 2 | Students, faculty, and staff will gather for an All-School Goodness and Kindness Assembly with special guest speaker Chika Anyanwu.　　
Friday, February 3 | Students, faculty, and staff with gather as a community for an All-School Mass to celebrate Catholic Schools Week.
Special Opportunity for Parents! | In unity, we are grateful for the opportunity to partner with you in the faith formation of your daughters here at DSHA. In fact, on Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel, parents are invited to join an evening of prayer and a talk by Chika Anyanwu. See the Campus Ministry section below for more information.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal　

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

FINANCIAL AID UPDATES

NEW! 2023-24 School Year Financial Aid Application | Submit by Friday, March 17

Questions? Contact Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Academic Learning Place for Higher Achievement (ALPHA) and Dasher Time | Your daughters will be halfway through the 3rd quarter on Friday, February 3. If she hasn’t tried ALPHA or seeing her teachers during Dasher time, please encourage her to do so! Data shows that students who participate in ALPHA or meet with their teachers during Dasher time have strong academic skills, relationships with their teachers, and generally feel less stressed over their academics.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

Respect Life Mass | Friday, January 27

On Friday, January 27, Fr. John Burns of St. Francis de Sales Seminary will preside over a Faith Friday Respect Life Mass in the Mother of Our Divine Savior Chapel at 10:24 a.m. in honor of the 50th Anniversary of March for Life. Fr. Burns will also meet with any students who want to talk about discernment. Please encourage your daughter to attend this Mass.

NEW! Parent Speaker for Catholic Schools Week | Tuesday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m

Chika Anyanwu is a Catholic evangelist, former Confirmation coordinator/youth & young adult minister, and the author of "My Encounter: How I met Jesus in Prayer." Please join us for a parent talk on Tuesday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel.

The evening will also include a group prayer for your daughters.

This program is open to the public so please bring your friends and family. Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson for more information.

NEW! Catholic Schools Week at DSHA

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Activity	Gr8 Lengths Assembly	Senior versus staff basketball game	Pancake breakfast before school	Collections & PB&J Ministry　　 Goodness & Kindness Assembly with guest speaker Chika Anyanwu	All-School Mass
Dress Up	Gr8 Lengths Shirt or DSHA Spirit Wear	Basketball Game Themes: 　 Freshmen: Beach Theme　 Sophomore: Pink Out 　 Junior: Construction Wear Senior: Basketball Attire	"Zoom Day" (Nice on the top, casual on the bottom)	BBQ dads vs. soccer moms	Crazy socks with uniform
Do Good, Be Kind	Kidnap a Teacher Fundraiser Students can donate money to vote on the teacher they want to "kidnap." The teacher who raises the most money will not teach on Monday, February 6 and her/his students will have a study hall. All proceeds go to the $10,000 Together Challenge.			Bring in a canned good for MGC Food Pantry.　　 Kidnap a Teacher Fundraiser result announced & Social Studies Faculty Tom Montgomery will play the recorder as a reward for completing the last challenge.	Bring your prayers to Mass!
Do Good, Be Kind	Birthday Bag Collection – We are making birthday cake bags for the non-profit organization Tosa Cares Food Pantry with all the ingredients for a delicious and fun birthday cake. Please bring in the following items all week:　 Cake mix Frosting Sprinkles Small oil bottle Apple sauce cups (egg substitute) Birthday candles

NEW! Ash Wednesday Schedule Change | Wednesday, February 22

Wednesday, February 22 will NOT be a late start day due to the All-School Ash Wednesday Mass and Vocare blessing. Please remember to send your daughters at the regular start time that day.

La Quinceañera Retreats

Casa Romero of Milwaukee is extending an invitation for a retreat day for all young women approaching their Quinceañera celebration.

Click here for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATE

NEW! Course Registration Reminder | Selections Close Wednesday, January 25 at 11:59 p.m.

Course selection is open via myDSHA and will close Wednesday, January 25 at 11:59 p.m. Once course selections have been made, make sure your daughter and one parent or guardian signs the course acknowledgment form found in myDSHA.

NEW! All-School Testing Day | Tuesday, March 7

DSHA will be administering the PreACT to the entire sophomore and freshman classes. It offers students experience with the ACT test items, provides a predicted score, and offers a wealth of information to help students prepare for college. There is no student fee associated with this test and DSHA will handle the registration for this test.
DSHA will be administering the ACT + Writing Test to the entire junior class. Families will be billed $52 per student via Smart Tuition. Students who participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program will have the testing fee covered by the state of Wisconsin. DSHA will handle the registration for this test.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

Individual Junior Meetings | Through Thursday, April 27

2023 Summer Mount Mary University Leadership Academy | June 25 - 29

Explore what's possible in the immersive personal development and career exploration sessions hosted by Mount Mary University faculty and staff and various Milwaukee business leaders. Participants will choose between three career pathways: arts & design, humanities & business, or STEM. They will be eligible to earn two college credits at Mount Mary University upon completion. This 5-day, 4-night program for current freshmen, sophomores, or junior high school students provides a leadership experience like no other. The application closes on Friday, March 3 or when spots are filled.

Click here for additional information about the program.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Wellness Requirements | Encourage your daughters to drive their engagement in Applied Wellness by planning, engaging, and reflecting on experiences each week. The program is designed for them to take breaks during their school day. Active and mindful engagement is a key part of this program. Some wellness experiences offered in the coming weeks include:

Board games
Fireside yoga
Salsa dancing
Badminton
Eucharistic Adoration
Progressive and muscle relaxation
Country line dancing
Guided breathing
School garden help
Walks
Bible study
Guest registered dietitians and nutritionists are offering experiences on Wednesday, January 25; Wednesday, February 1; Wednesday February 8; and Tuesday, February 14.

NEW! Wellness Co-Curricular | Mental Health Matters | Thursday, January 26 & Thursday, February 9

Director of Applied Wellness Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93, is a national board-certified health and wellness coach. What is wellness coaching? What does that mean and how can the students at DSHA benefit from this? Students are welcome to join her in discussion about what a coach does in this brief Q&A session.

Questions? Contact Director of Applied Wellness Joanna McQuide, DSHA 93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Multi-Cultural Week Recap & Thank You | Tuesday, January 17 - Saturday, January 21

Multi-Cultural Week was a great success and the engagement of DSHA students was wonderful. A sincere thank you to the students and staff who participated in the various student-led programming throughout the week including:

Tuesday, January 17 | The Student, Diversity, and Equity Inclusion Council helped organize an optional Martin Luther King Jr. trivia game during the lunch hour.
Wednesday, January 18 | For "Wear Your Ethnic Garb" Wednesday, students had the opportunity to trade their uniform for clothing that expressed their culture and background.
Thursday, January 19 | The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council helped organize the all-school Multi-Cultural Assembly. Students, faculty, and staff gathered in community for the special assembly with performances by several students and organizations.
Friday, January 20 | Students had the option to gather in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel during Dasher time to attend a Multi-Cultural Prayer Service. Following the prayer service, students could attend the Dasher Dialogue* on religious literacy.
Saturday, January 21 | Students were invited to DSHA for "A World United Under the Stars" dance with an open microphone session at 6 p.m.

*Optional Dasher Dialogues have been a part of the fabric of DSHA for the last seven years. Consistent with the DSHA mission to form young women who accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference, Dasher Dialogues create a loving and caring space for conversations that can be uncomfortable. These conversations focus on the dignity of every Dasher while helping students understand their responsibility to act as disciples of Jesus Christ.

All-In Milwaukee | Applications due Wednesday, February 15

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Dash-A-Thon Movie Day | Wednesday, February 15 | Permission Slips Due Wednesday, February 1　

As a reward for reaching their Dash-A-Thon fundraising goals, all students will be participating in Movie Day at the Marcus Cinema in Waukesha on Wednesday, February 15. Students will have several different movie options to choose from and do not need to be in uniform for the day. ALL students MUST have a parent/guardian log into their parent/guardian myDSHA account to complete the movie day permission form by Wednesday, February 1.

Please complete the form in order to indicate whether or not your daughter will be attending, and if she is, whether she will be riding the bus or providing her own transportation. Students riding the bus should arrive to school by 7:45 a.m. and those driving to the theatre should arrive at 8 a.m. The movies should end between 11-11:30 a.m. Buses will arrive back at school between 11:30 a.m. and noon.

Questions? Contact Health & Fitness Faculty Jess Liban or Social Studies Faculty Katie Leszczynski, DSHA '10.

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

DSHA Snow Closure Procedures | DSHA has policies and procedures in place to follow in the case of severe winter weather.

Click here to see the DSHA snow closure procedures.

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

Senior Photos for the Yearbook | See below for important information regarding senior photos. Photos must be submitted for the yearbook by February 1.

Click here for more information about senior photos.

PARENT EDUCATION SERIES

Spring Parent Education Series | Thursday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 28

The spring semester will offer two parent education series topics on Thursday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 28. Please join us!

Click here for more information.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, January 24 at 8:30 a.m. in the Fireside Lounge

Please join us for the next PA meeting! Arrive a few minutes early at 8:15 a.m. to enjoy coffee and snacks.

Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

NEW! Parent Fine Arts Association February Meeting | Our meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13 at 6 p.m. has changed. The PFAA will meet on Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room. Future meetings include:

● Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Parent Fine Arts Association Summer Scholarships | Become a PFAA member by Tuesday, January 31

If your daughter is interested in applying for a Summer Scholarship to offset the cost of summer camps, lessons, classes, or materials that further their development in the Fine Arts, then parents must be PFAA members by Tuesday, January 31. $25 dues must be paid to the Business Office at DSHA by noon on January 31. Summer Scholarship applications open on Wednesday, February 1 and close on Tuesday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m. on your daughter's myDSHA account.

Click here to join the Parent Fine Arts Association.

Click to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Father Daughter Dinner Dance | Saturday, February 4 | RSVP by TOMORROW, January 24

DSHA students and their fathers or special father figures will dance the night away to live music and spend quality time together. Buy your tickets to this special event today.

Click here to purchase your tickets to the Father Daughter Dance by Tuesday, January 24.

DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11

Invitations to the 2023 DSHA Auction hit mailboxes! There are several ways to get involved in the auction including sponsorship, item donation, bourbon and bubbles pull donations, day-of volunteering, and more.

Click here to become a family or corporate sponsor.

Click here to donate an item to the silent or live auction.

Click here to learn more about the 2023 DSHA Auction and the various ways to get involved.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

NEW! Grandparent Liturgy | Wednesday, April 26

Save the date for the 2023 Grandparent Liturgy. Grandparents will be invited to accompany their granddaughters for Mass and a light breakfast at DSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! 2023 Scholastic Art Winners | Saturday, February 11 at the Milwaukee Art Museum

DSHA is proud to announce that three students will be awarded in the 2023 Scholastic Arts Competition and Exhibition. Their work was juried in various art categories representing students from Wisconsin area high schools. This year we are proud to announce the following award winners:

Lily Janisch, DSHA 23 | Mixed Media "In the Forenoon" & Drawing and Illustration "The Silver Slumber"
Kallan Mosley, DSHA '23 | Drawing and Illustration "Porcelain Snake"
Alessandra Borchardt, DSHA '23 | Fashion Piece Handwoven Sunflower Crop Top

The 47th Scholastic Art Awards - Wisconsin Exhibition will be hosted at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Janisch, Mosely, and Borchardt will be presented with their award at the ceremony on February 11.

Congrats, ladies!

Annual Winter Play | March 2 - 5

Tickets will go on sale Monday, February 6.

Click here for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	12/5 - 18	12/19 - 1/8	1/9 - 1/22	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	3	1	2	32
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	20	2	20	145
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	8	2	3	47
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0	7
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

DSHA is seeing a reprieve from the stomach bug that has ebbed and flowed the last couple of months.
DSHA has had very low numbers for positive COVID cases. However, there have been reported increases in positivity in other parts of the country, which we may see in effect in the future.
Please continue to follow the school’s COVID testing protocol when your daughter has cold symptoms. Symptoms include headache and/or runny nose, low grade fever, chills, cough, and sore throat.
School lab COVID testing for students, families, and staff will be held Monday-Friday, 8-11 a.m. by the ACL Labs when school is in session. Please click the button below to register.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! Annual Fund Thank You & Giving

We're halfway to our DSHA Annual Fund goal!

Thank you to those who have already given to the annual fund this year! Giving to the annual fund makes a difference in the education of every young woman attending DSHA. These gifts supply important resources for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve the mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart, and intellect.

Click here to make your gift to the DSHA Annual Fund.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! National Letter of Intent Signings | Tuesday, January 31 in the DSHA Commons at 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, January 31 is the second opportunity for student-athletes to sign their National Letter of Intent. The following Dashers are signing their letters of intent:

Ellie Connor, DSHA '23, signing to play volleyball at Loyola University New Orleans.
Olivia deGuzman, DSHA '23, signing to play volleyball at Illinois Welseyan.
Piper Dupies, DSHA '23, signing to play soccer at Williams College.
Katarina Muha, DSHA '23, signing to row at Dunquesne University.

We will be celebrating each Dasher athlete during lunch on Tuesday, January 31. Come and join the celebration!

NEW! Female Student-Athlete Summit | Wednesday, February 1 at Alverno College

Seven student-athletes from DSHA will attend the first ever high school female student-athlete summit on Wednesday, February 1 at Alverno College. The event was put together by five local high school female athletic directors. Twenty-four schools from across the state will take participate in this day held on National Women in Sports Day. The day will include:

Title IX large group presentation from guest speaker Peg Pennepacker, C.A.A. Pennepacker has been a high school athletic director for 26 years.
Three breakout sessions on topics including female student-athlete nutrition, female sports psychology, branding, marketing, and a chance to hear from three-time Paralympian in wheelchair basketball.
A large group presentation from two-time Olympic Medalist in speed skating Katherine Adamek.

It should be a great day of learning and networking with other high school female student-athletes from Wisconsin.

NEW! DSHA Varsity Basketball Senior Night | Tuesday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m.

The DSHA Varsity Basketball team will celebrate senior and senior parent night on Tuesday, February 14 prior to warm-ups of their 7 p.m. game at DSHA vs West Allis Hale. We will honor seniors Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Kelly Coury, DSHA 23; Meg Dorrington, DSHA '23; and Ashley Jones, DSHA '23. In addition, we will also celebrate team managers Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23, and Grace Pawlowski, DSHA '23. Come and support these Dashers!

DSHA Basketball Games Livestreamed | All DSHA home basketball games at all levels will be livestreamed on the NFHS network.

Click here to learn how you can livestream the DSHA Basketball games.

NEW! 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame | Nomination Submissions Due Monday, May 1

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 DSHA Athletic Hall of Fame! The deadline for submission of nominations is Monday, May 1.

Click here to view the nomination criteria.
Click here to complete an online nomination.
Click here to download a nomination form to mail.

Faith Friday for DSHA Basketball | Friday, January 27

The DSHA Basketball team will observe Faith Friday at 10:28 a.m. in the Mother of Our Divine Savior Chapel. Please encourage your daughter to wear their team spirit wear with their uniform skirt. The group will take a team photo following Mass.

NEW! 2022-2023 DSHA Varsity Volleyball Team Receives Academic Honor | Members of the WIAA Division 1 State Volleyball Championship team have earned academic honors from the Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association.

The following members of the team earned a 3.5 or higher GPA first semester:

Sophia Anderson, DSHA '23
Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23
Ellie Connor, DSHA '23
Olivia deGuzman, DSHA '23
Bella Lipski, DSHA '23
Lilly Cesarz, DSHA '24
Caroline Harris, DSHA '24
Hannah Jochman, DSHA '24
Ava Kharitou, DSHA '24
Addy Leffler, DSHA '24
Nadia Perkovich, DSHA '24
Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24
Olivia Durst, DSHA '25
Madison Quest, DSHA '25

This achievement demonstrates the team's commitment to achievement both on the court and in the classroom. They have achieved the DSHA Athletic Department's core values of academic success and athletic excellence! Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

NEW! DSHA Ice Hockey Faith Friday Recap | Friday, January 13

The DSHA Ice Hockey team gathered in community at Faith Friday Mass on Friday, January 13.

NEW! DSHA Ski Team Faith Friday Recap | Friday, January 13

The DSHA Ski Team gathered in community at Faith Friday Mass on Friday, January 13.

NEW! DSHA Gymnastics Senior Night Recap | Wednesday, January 18

The DSHA Gymnastics team, is a co-op with other schools, celebrated senior and parent night on January 18 at West Allis Hale during their last home meet of the season. The DSHA students on the team are Jenna Czerwinski, DSHA '25; Emily Grining, DSHA '25; Dani Riemer, DSHA '25; Sophie Wrench, DSHA '25; Lucy Elgersma, DSHA '26; and Mary Stith, DSHA '26.

NEW! DSHA's Gymnastics Team Gives Back | Wednesday, January 18

The DSHA Gymnastics team held a bake sale at their meet on Wednesday, January 18 to benefit the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House. The team was able to raise $177! Thanks for your efforts to help serve others!

NEW! Bring Your Favorite TSC Member to a Game Recap | Friday, January 20

The DSHA Varsity Basketball team players and managers asked a member of the TSC to come watch them play. The TSC member received an "I Back A Dasher" T-shirt and were introduced to the crowd with their player or manager during halftime. A group picture was taken following the game.

Upcoming Games | Come support the basketball, gymnastics, ice hockey and ski teams this season!

Click here to find game times and locations.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell or Athletic Director Peggy Seegers-Braun.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Welcoming the DSHA Class of 2027

Click here to contact a member of our admissions team.

Click here to see Penny Dasher deliver acceptance letters to the DSHA Class of 2027.

Admissions Events | Do you know a Future Dasher? Please share the following!

Girls Night In | Friday, February 10

4th-7th graders are invited to DSHA on Friday, February 10 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. for Girls Night In. At this event, a few of our popular Summer Cool camps will be featured. Participants will also write Valentines cards for a local nursing home, make a Valentine's treat, and learn more about our Summer Cool camp opportunities.

Click here to register for Girls Night In.

Save the dates for these events!

7th Grade Visit Days | March 14, 21, 28 and April 4
5th - 7th Grade Parent Tours | March 2, 23, and April 20, 27
5th - 7th Grade Open House | April 23, 9 a.m. - Noon

Click here to learn more.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | January 9, 2023

Parent eNews | Monday, January 9

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Over the last several weeks, I have been reminded of the importance of grandparents in the lives of our students. They truly make a difference in faith, support, and influence and help us to live together in unity as God’s people. For example, many grandparents have been in attendance at sporting events, choral and instrumental music concerts, and at drop-off in the morning. Perhaps these are obvious examples.

A special and less obvious example came in the form of a recent school project. Last semester’s Introduction to Engineering course, taught by Specialized Studies & Mathematics Faculty Connie Farrow, culminated in a 3-week long final project using the engineering design process to create an assistive device for the elderly. Students were asked to research the needs of the elderly, select an area of focus, develop project constraints and criteria, and brainstorm solutions. Students then developed their design by constructing and testing iterative prototypes or creating a design in Onshape, a software design tool. Following completion, students presented their project at the end-of-semester design fair on Tuesday, December 20. Some devices included special wheelchair handles, lighted gadgets to help pick up dropped items, a nail clipping assistive device, and more. When asked what inspired them, almost every student mentioned her grandparents.

Recognizing the importance of grandparents, please remind your daughters and parents of the annual Grandparents Day Liturgy on Wednesday, April 26. An invitation will be sent to grandparents soon. Let us pray in gratitude for the positive influence of our earthly and heavenly grandparents.

God Bless,
Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION FOR THIS WEEK

NEW! Course Selection Presentations for Students | Wednesday, January 11

School counselors will be presenting information regarding course selection for the 2023-24 school year in the freshmen, sophomore, and junior theology classes on Wednesday, January 11. Students will receive updated course information and have the opportunity to work with counselors on their four-year plan.

Click here to view the 2023-24 curriculum guide.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

NEW! Course Registration | Wednesday, January 11 at 5 p.m. - Wednesday, January 25 at 11:59 p.m.

Course selection will open via myDSHA on Wednesday, January 11th at 5 p.m. and will close on Wednesday, January 25 at 11:59 p.m. Once course selections have been made, make sure your daughter and one parent/guardian signs the course acknowledgement form found in myDSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

NEW! Sophomore Success Night | Wednesday, January 11 from 7 - 8:25 p.m.

Sophomore Success Night is a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED event that will preview resources available to facilitate student success, help students develop personal accountability, and assist them in becoming more self-aware and confident in their college and career goals. Breakout sessions will give families a smaller group setting to receive information and ask questions. The goal of this evening is to give students a better idea of their future goals and ways they can engage in their DSHA experience to achieve those goals leading up to graduation.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Semester Report Cards | First semester report cards are now available on myDSHA. Please note, report cards will not be mailed home so if you need a hard copy please print one for your records. At the bottom of the report card, there is important information about the cumulative GPA. If you have any other questions, please contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield. If you need help accessing your daughter's report card please contact Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr.

NEW! Summer Class Opportunities | While our current students will soon be registering for their 2023-24 school year courses, there are two summer class opportunities for credit.

Topics in Literature: Modernism | The description for this summer course can be found on the last page of the 2023-24 curriculum guide.

Personal Finance | This course is being offered in partnership with MUHS and Marquette University. The course information was sent to your daughters on their class teams page; it is not in the DSHA curriculum guide. Please email Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield if you need a copy.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Respect Life Mass | Friday, January 27

On Friday, January 27, Fr. John Burns, of St. Francis de Sales Seminary, will preside over a Faith Friday Respect Life Mass in the Mother of Our Divine Savior Chapel at 10:24 a.m. in honor of the 50th Anniversary of March for Life. Fr. Burns will also meet with any students who want to talk about discernment. Please encourage your daughter to attend this Mass.

NEW! National Catholic Speaker | Thursday, February 2

We are excited to announce that Chika Anyanwu will be speaking at DSHA during an all-school Goodness & Kindness assembly on Thursday, February 2. Chika Anyanwu is a full-time international Catholic evangelist and the author of “My Encounter: How I Met Jesus in Prayer.” Her love of God and neighbor enthuses her to share the gospel through testimony, scripture, and honest conversations about the difficult realities of faith and life. She’s had the opportunity to evangelize at NCYC, Given, Steubenville youth conferences, FOCUS SEEK conferences, and The Catholic Feminist France pilgrimage. She’s also a contributor to Blessed Is She as well as “Connected” and “Venture: the Bible Timeline” by Ascension Press. Chika loves sharing about all things Jesus and draws joy and enthusiasm from her beautiful Nigerian family.

Additionally, DSHA parents are invited to a parent talk from Chika Anyanwu on Tuesday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Commons. See Parent Education Series section below or contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson for more information.

NEW! DSHA in the Catholic Herald | DSHA was featured in the Catholic Herald on Tuesday, December 27, for its student-led and faith-filled programming during the Advent season.

Click here to read the full Catholic Herald article.

Senior Retreat #2 | Tuesday, January 17 - Wednesday, January 18

Families are invited and welcomed to attend Mass with their daughters. Please check your email for more information.

La Quinceañera Retreats | Casa Romero of Milwaukee is extending an invitation for a retreat day for all young women approaching their Quinceañera celebration.

Click here for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Individual Junior Meetings | Available through Thursday, April 27

NEW! College Night Thank You | College representatives and organizations provided valuable information on the college search, financial fit, and application process on Wednesday, January 4. Thank you to the following organizations for supporting DSHA: Marquette University, Xavier University, Providence College, UW-LaCrosse, UW-Madison, Mount Mary University, Cardinal Stritch University, Miami of Ohio, Saint Louis University, and Revolution Prep.

Click here to access the presentation deck made by Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

Click here to access the class of 2024 college guide.

ACT Online Practice Exams | Saturday, January 21 from 8 - noon

This is a great chance for sophomore and junior students to get started on their testing plan or gain additional practice. A proctored practice exam will help your child build testing endurance and give a real-time snapshot of testing performance.
Materials will be emailed to students 24 hours before the exam.
Every exam comes with a free 30-minute score report review with a Revolution Prep testing expert to assess specific strengths and areas of improvement.

Click here to register.

Click here for additional information about the program.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Weekly Requirements

As we enter the spring semester, sophomores, juniors, and seniors should continue to refer to their weekly Applied Wellness tracker sheet and the "Need to Know" for weekly requirements. The weekly tracker sheet can be found in their Applied Wellness myDSHA page, in Microsoft Teams, or in the back of the student planner.
Students continue to have choice each week but should be mindful to communicate if they are out of the building for an extended period of time and unable to complete the in-person requirement. Students are expected to take accountability for their choices and follow through in attending.
We encourage students to use their wellness hour as a time to explore various breaks and learn more about what they may need to provide some balance throughout the week. Experiences are opened on the app the Friday before the following week. This allows time for students to look at their schedule and make choices that work best for them.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Multicultural Week | Tuesday, January 17 - Saturday, January 21

The DSHA Student Diversity Council will host a Multicultural Week from January 17 - January 21. There will be a variety of activities for students to participate in:

Wednesday, January 18 | "Wear Your Ethnic Garb"
Thursday, January 19 | All-School Multicultural Assembly
Friday, January 20 | All-School Prayer Service and optional Dasher Dialogue* on religious literacy
Saturday, January 21 | "A World United Under the Stars" Dance at 7 p.m. with an open microphone session that begins at 6 p.m.

All-In Milwaukee | Applications due Wednesday, February 15

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

Senior Photos for the Yearbook | See below for important information regarding senior photos. Photos must be submitted for the yearbook by February 1.

Click here for more information about senior photos.

PARENT EDUCATION SERIES

NEW! Spring Parent Education Series | Thursday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 28

The spring semester will offer two parent education series topics on Thursday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 28. Please join us!

Click here for more information.

NEW! DSHA Snow Closure Procedures | DSHA has policies and procedures in place to follow in the case of severe winter weather.

Click here to see the DSHA snow closure procedures.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, January 10 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Please join us for the next meeting to learn more about the PFAA and what is happening in the Fine Arts Department at DSHA this spring.

Upcoming PFAA Meetings

● Monday, February 13 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Parent Fine Arts Association Summer Scholarships | Tuesday, January 31

NEW! Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, January 24 at 8:30 a.m. in the Fireside Lounge

Please join us for the next PA meeting! Arrive a few minutes early at 8:15 a.m. to enjoy coffee and snacks.

Questions? Contact Parent Association President Moe Tarantino.

SPECIAL EVENTS

NEW! Father Daughter Dinner Dance | Saturday, February 4

DSHA students and their fathers or special father figures will dance the night away to live music and spend quality time together. Buy your tickets to this special event today!

Click here to purchase your tickets to the Father Daughter Dinner Dance by Tuesday, January 24.

NEW! DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11

The countdown for the DSHA 2023 Auction is on! There are several ways to get involved in the auction including sponsorship, item donation, bourbon and bubbles pull donations, day-of volunteering, and more.

Look out for an invitation in your mailbox coming soon!

Click here to become a family or corporate sponsor.

Click here to donate an item to the live or silent auction.

Click here to learn more about the 2023 DSHA Auction and the various ways to get involved.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Annual Winter Play Important Dates

All audition information is posted on the DSHA website.
Auditions are Wednesday, January 11 from 4 - 8 p.m.
Callbacks are Thursday, January 12 from 4 - 7 p.m.
Rehearsals begin Monday, January 16.
Performances are Thursday, March 2 - Sunday, March 5.

Click here for more information and audition materials.

NEW! Jerry Nominations | DSHA's fall musical, Sister Act, the upbeat, laugh-out-loud, hilarious, and vibrant musical with fabulous voices, Catholic fun, incredible dance moves, and talent from our students, received numerous nominations from the Jerry Awards program in late December. The Jerry Awards, run by the Overture Center in Madison, recognizes excellence in high school musical theatre across Wisconsin.

Individual Student Award Nominations

Outstanding Lead Role | Sandrine Biagui, DSHA '23
Outstanding Lead Role | Sera Stephenson, DSHA '24
Outstanding Lead Role | Maeve Pickart, DSHA '23
Outstanding Supporting Role | Caelinn Carraher, DSHA '23
Outstanding Supporting Role | Sarah Daniels, DSHA '23
Outstanding Lead Role | Luke Schneider, MUHS
Outstanding Lead Role | Henry Halpern, MUHS

Production Team Award Nominations

Outstanding Musical Direction | Music Director and Orchestra Conductor Julie Johnson
Outstanding Scenic Design | DSHA Producing Director Amanda Marsala
Outstanding Lighting Design | Lighting Designer Mike Van Dreser
Outstanding Costume Design | DSHA Parent Martha Connelly and DSHA Past Parent Laura Lois

Overall Production Award Nominations

Outstanding Ensemble
Outstanding Stage Crew

Cast Nominated Spirit Awards

Sandrine Biagui, DSHA '23
Emily Fricker, DSHA '24

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Human Trafficking Awareness Day | Wednesday, January 11

In collaboration with the Sisters of the Divine Savior, DSHA will recognize the issue of Human Trafficking by giving students the option of wearing a non-uniform blue top with uniform skirts on Wednesday, January 11.

Click here to learn more about the ministry of the Sisters of the Divine Savior.

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	11/21-12/4	12/5 - 18	12/19 - 1/8	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	2	3	1	30
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	0	15	2	125
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	2	8	2	44
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0	7
Current active positivity rate: 0/772 (0.00%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

The first couple of days of the semester have been fairly quiet in the nurse's office. Gastrointestinal illness (GI) is still spreading around. Symptoms include nausea, stomacaches, and vomiting. Please keep an eye on your daughter for such symptoms.
The ACL Lab stated the various schools they perform COVID testing for are seeing a significant rise in positive results this week. DSHA has not experienced this yet but it could mean that COVID is rising in the community. DSHA will continue the current protocol of asking students to be tested for COVID before being cleared to return to school, especially if experiencing symptoms.
School lab COVID Testing for students, families, and staff will be held Monday-Friday, 8-11 a.m. by the ACL Labs when school is in session.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! Thank You and End of Year Giving

There is still time to give!

Click here to make your gift to the DSHA Annual Fund.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! DSHA Basketball Games Livestreamed | All DSHA home basketball games at all levels will be livestreamed on the NFHS network.

Click here to learn how you can livestream the DSHA Basketball games.

NEW! Faith Friday For Winter Sports | To help your daughter plan ahead, the winter sports teams will gather for Faith Friday Mass on the following dates:

Friday, January 13: The DSHA Ski and Ice Hockey team will observe Faith Friday at 10:28 a.m. in the Mother of Our Divine Savior Chapel.
Friday, January 27: The DSHA Basketball team will observe Faith Friday at 10:28 a.m. in the Mother of Our Divine Savior Chapel.
Note: The DSHA Gymnastics team already observed Faith Friday on Friday, November 18.

Please encourage your daughter to wear their team spirit wear with their uniform skirt. The group will take a team photo following Mass.

NEW! DSHA Field Hockey Alumnae Games Wrap-Up | On Wednesday, December 28, DSHA alumnae from ten different graduating classes came together to play field hockey at the Uihlein Indoor Soccer Park in the 4th Annual Field Hockey Alumnae Scrimmage. Whether the alums were working professionals, college students, or recent DSHA graduates, they showed they still had it.

NEW! Top Volleyball Player in Wisconsin | Volleyballmag.com recently released the 2022 best high school volleyball players in all 50 states. Sophomore Madison Quest, DSHA '25, was named the top volleyball player in Wisconsin!

Click here to read the full article featuring Madison Quest, DSHA '25.

Open Gym & Spring Sports | If your daughter is interested in playing a spring sport, make sure she attends the open gym sessions being held this winter.

For more information on days and times, contact the head coach for each sport:

Lacrosse | Varsity Head Coach Caroline Forsmo
Soccer | Science Faculty and Varsity Head Coach Kevin Roethe
Softball | Social Studies Faculty and Varsity Head Coach Tom Montgomery
Rugby | Heach Coach John "Chin" Klein
Track and Field | Director of Fitness & Performance, Health and Fitness Faculty and Head Coach Brian Calhoun

Upcoming Dasher Athletic Events | Come support the basketball, gymnastics, ice hockey, and ski teams this season!

Click here to find event times and locations.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

NEW! Welcoming the DSHA Class of 2027

Some lucky members of the DSHA Class of 2027 received their DSHA acceptance letters from Penny Dasher! Join us in congratulating them and welcoming them to DSHA!

Click here to see Penny Dasher deliver acceptance letters to the DSHA Class of 2027.

Admissions Events | Do you know a Future Dasher? Let them know of our upcoming Future Dasher Night on Thursday, January 12.

Help us cheer on the DSHA Varsity Basketball team as they take on Brookfield East. Make sure to check in at the admissions table to receive a free ticket and some DSHA swag. There will be a designated section in the bleachers for Future Dashers and their families. A few DSHA students will be in this section ready to meet you and cheer on our Dashers!

Click here to register for Future Dasher Night by Tuesday, January 10.

Questions? Contact Admissions & Marketing Coordinator Meaghan Lagore, DSHA '16 or Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10.

DSHA Parent eNews | December 19, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, December 19

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Advent is a season of joyful anticipation and hope for the coming of our Savior who was sent to be the goodness and kindness in our world. At DSHA, we honored the spirit of the Advent season in many ways that represent the goodness and kindness of Jesus. Examples include:　

Reconciliation | On Monday, November 28, students had the option to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation during their co-curricular time.
Christmas at DSHA | On Monday, November 28, the Parent Association decorated the school with Nativity scenes, Christmas trees, wreathes, gingerbread houses, and more for students to enjoy.
Adoration | On Monday, November 30, students were invited to participate in an all-day Eucharistic Adoration in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel.
Rosary | On Monday, December 5, students were encouraged to pray the Rosary in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel.
St. Nick’s Market | On Tuesday, December 6, the proceeds from the 2^nd annual St. Nick’s Market went to support our $10,000 Together project currently benefitting La Casa de Esperanza and Warm Hands, Warm Hearts.
Immaculate Conception Liturgy | On Thursday, December 8, students attended the all-school Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Mass presided by Archbishop Jerome Listecki.
Christmas Music Assembly | On Friday, December 9, students attended the all-school Christmas music assembly to hear performances by the DSHA Divine Strings, Orchestra, handbells, and the Angelaires.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Liturgy | On Monday, December 12, students attended the all-school Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass celebrated by Fr. John Thiede, S.J. and planned by DSHA Campus Ministry and the Furia Latina co-curricular.
Christmas in the Quad | On Tuesday, December 13, students were encouraged to participate in the annual Christmas in the Quad event by decorating their lunch tables in Christmas themes.

We look forward to the return of our students on Wednesday, January 4. We will celebrate the beginning of the 2023 semester with an all-school Mass celebrating the Epiphany on Friday, January 6.

As we look forward to celebrating the Christmas season with loved ones, I offer this suggested prayer taken from the DSHA prayer book.

A Christmas Prayer　

Rejoice, rejoice Christ our Savior has come.　
Cast off the works of darkness.　
Put on the ways of light and clothe yourself with Christ.　
Put on love to surround you,　
put on hope to guide you, put on joy to sustain you　
and clothe yourself with Christ.　
Rejoice on this dawn of righteousness,　
rejoice for this day of justice,　
rejoice in the Prince of Peace　
and clothe yourself with Christ.　
Holy Mary, Mother of Our Savior, pray for us.　
Jesus, help me to be the goodness and kindness.　
Amen.　

Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas!

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

NEW! Final Exam Absence | If your daughter should miss a final exam due to illness, COVID, or other extenuating circumstances, please contact the Attendance Office at 414-721-2920 or contact Instructional Attendance Secretary Alyssa Tabers-Kwak. After the absence has been recorded, College Center Assistant and Testing Program Coordinator Katie Hoffman, DSHA '02, will reach out to your daughter to reschedule her exam.

Make-up time slots are built into each day of finals exams in the afternoon and students can take their missed exam(s) during the make-up exam slot. If a student misses the last day of final exams due to illness, she will take the exam(s) when she returns to school in January.

Final Exam Building Hours | During exam week, students are expected to leave the building once they have completed their last exam for the day. Please plan accordingly for students that will need to be picked up.

College Night for Junior Students & Parents | Wednesday, January 4 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

Please join Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea; the DSHA school counselors; and admissions representatives from Marquette University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Xavier College, Providence College, and others as they discuss the college journey for the class of 2024.

Sophomore Success Night | Wednesday, January 11 from 7 - 8:25 p.m.

Sophomore Success Night is a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED event to help your student plan the second half of her DSHA career. Students and families will engage in breakout sessions geared to all areas of personal success including fostering personal responsibility and self-awareness. Please join us to support your daughter as she builds the necessary skills to achieve her goals and engage more fully in her last two years at DSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

NEW! Interim Dean of Student Affairs

Congratulations to Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks on the pending birth of her first child. The plan is for her to head into Christmas vacation on Thursday, December 22 and be on maternity leave through the end of March 2023.

Dr. Kevin Hughes will act as the Interim Dean of Student Affairs. Dr. Hughes has a vast educational background. He has taught high school English and has served in several administrative capacities. Most of his educational experience has been in Catholic schools here in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. He is currently an adjunct professor at Alverno College and Carroll University.

Dr. Hughes holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Notre Dame University in English & Education. He has a Master of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Educational Administration. He also holds his PhD from the University of Wisconsin- Madison in Educational Leadership and Policy.

He is familiar with DSHA and has been a member of our substitute teacher team for the last three years. Additionally, his wife is a DSHA graduate.

Dr. Hughes has already begun working with Rachel Fredricks to create a smooth transition. In this role, he will lead the coordination and orchestration of our co-curricular activities and student discipline.

Please help us in welcoming Dr. Kevin Hughes to DSHA!

Questions? Contact Interim Director of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Special All-School Masses | In the past two weeks, we have celebrated two special all-school Masses in honor of the Advent season.

The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception | Thursday, December 8

Students, faculty, and staff gathered as a school community to celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Thursday, December 8. The Most Reverend Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki presided over the Mass with Master of Ceremonies Fr. Jim Lobacz. The DSHA Divine Strings, handbells, and the Liturgical Music Team provided the music.

At the beginning of the Mass, the Archbishop shared, “I want you to realize how much you represent the Catholic identity in our community.” He called attention to how DSHA lives out his three priorities of shepherding the Church: Catholic identity, evangelization, and stewardship.

As an all-girls school, we have a special devotion to Mary, Mother of the Savior. During the homily, the Archbishop discussed the idea of decision making, advising students to look to Mary as an example. He urged students, when making a difficult decision, to ask themselves, "am I following God's will?" He went on to emphasize that the basis of our Catholic faith is "listening to God and His will,” just as Mary did when she became the Mother of God – when she was around the same age as our students.

A most sincere thank you to Archbishop Listecki and Fr. Lobacz for helping us observe the Holy Day of Obligation at DSHA.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass | Monday, December 12

Faculty, staff, and students gathered as a school community to celebrate the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe with an all-school Mass on Monday, December 12. In collaboration with DSHA Campus Ministry, the Furia Latina co-curricular helped plan the bilingual Mass, which celebrated our devotion to Mary as an all-girls school.

Edgar Islas, father of Carolina Islas, DSHA '26, led traditional mariachi-style praise and worship music. Fr. John Thiede, S.J. from Marquette University presided over the Mass. Members from the Furia Latina co-curricular served as the choir, Eucharistic ministers, altar servers, and readers. At the preparation of the gifts, students from the Dance Academy of Mexcio performed a traditional Mexican folk dance as a form of prayer and to honor Mary who brought so many to Jesus in North America.

In the Gospel reading, Mary travels to visit her cousin Elizabeth while pregnant. Upon Mary's arrival, Elizabeth is filled with joy and the presence of the Holy Spirit. Just as Elizabeth experienced hope for the future, Fr. Thiede encouraged students to have hope this Advent season and for the coming of Jesus at Christmas.

Thank you to DSHA Campus Ministry and the Furia Latina co-curricular for organizing this special Mass.

NEW! Advent Hope, Joy, and Prayer

Advent is a busy time for your daughters because of looming exams, end-of-semester projects and tests, and all the extras of the holiday season. Campus Ministry focused on giving them moments of prayer and joy throughout the last couple of weeks. Students participated in the all-school Advent assembly, attended two all-school Masses, were offered times of Eucharistic Adoration, were invited to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and more. The Applied Wellness Program also offered prayer in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel, nativity crafts, and time in spent in Campus Ministry.

NEW! Important Reminders for Seniors

Vocare placements will be announced on Friday, January 6. Please remember to keep Monday, February 27 - Friday, March 10 free of daytime appointments or Sunday plans due to Vocare commitments.
Senior Retreat will be held Sunday, January 8 - Monday, January 9 or Tuesday, January 17 - Wednesday, January 18. Families are invited and welcomed to attend Mass with their daughters. Please check your email for more information.
If your daughter is applying for the Salvatorian Sisters' Service Award, her hours must be logged in by Sunday, January 1.

NEW! Thank You | Thank you to everyone that donated items to the Advent warm clothing collection. We were overwhelmed by the generosity and able to send 60 bags of coats, jackets, leggings, and clothing to Franciscan Peacemakers and House of Peace. In addition, 2 full bags of new hats and mittens went to Warm Hands, Warm Hearts.

NEW! La Quinceañera Retreats | Casa Romero is extending an invitation for a retreat day for all young women approaching their Quinceañera celebration.

Click here for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

Student Schedules | Please have your daughters check myDSHA for their second-semester schedule. Encourage them to review their schedule for accuracy and to contact their school counselor should they have any questions.

Student last names ending in A - G and X - Z | School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07
Student last names ending in H - O | School Counselor Janet Como
Student last names ending in P - W | School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik

Click here for directions to access your second semester schedule.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! ACT 101 Webinar | Sunday, January 8 from 4 - 6 p.m.

We invite students to join Revolution Prep for a strategy session to practice for the official ACT! This is the last chance to register!

This free two-hour session is designed to give students insight into the ACT exam as well as provide tips and tricks for test day. In this session, one of the professional tutors will teach core test-taking strategies including a dive into the exam content and structure, how to avoid common traps, and how to create the best plan for success.

Click here to register.

NEW! ACT Online Practice Exams | Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 8 - noon

This is a great chance for sophomore and junior students to get started on their testing plan or gain additional practice. A proctored practice exam will help your child build testing endurance and give a real-time snapshot of testing performance.
Materials will be emailed to students 24 hours before the exam.
Every exam comes with a free 30-minute score report review with a Revolution Prep testing expert to assess specific strengths and areas of improvement.
Schedule your consultation to review the score report with a dedicated Revolution Prep team member, who will help you interpret the results and develop a customized plan to prepare for the official exam.

Click here to register.

2023 Summer Mount Mary University Leadership Academy | June 25 - 29

Explore what's possible in the immersive personal development and career exploration sessions hosted by Mount Mary University faculty and staff and various Milwaukee business leaders. Participants will choose between three career pathways: arts & design, humanities & business, or STEM. They will be eligible to earn two college credits at Mount Mary University upon completion. This 5-day, 4-night program for current freshmen, sophomores, or junior high school students provides a leadership experience like no other. The application opened on Thursday, December 15 and closes Friday, March 3 or when spots are filled.

Click here for additional information about the program.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

DEI Branch of Student Council Retreat | Saturday, January 14

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion branch of student council will evaluate the first semester and plan the second semester Dasher Dialogues. They will also plan Multi-Cultural Week scheduled for Monday, January 16 – Friday, January 20.

Dasher Dialogue | Friday, January 20

The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council will be hosting a Dasher Dialogue on Friday, January 20. The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council will collaborate with the Interfaith co-curricular and lead students in a discussion about religious literacy.

All-In Milwaukee | Applications due Wednesday, February 15

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

NEW! DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Announcements | Click on the link below to purchase graduation announcements and photo cards.

Click here to purchase items.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

NEW! Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, January 10 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room.

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting!

Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

NEW! Parent Fine Arts Association Summer Scholarships

For students to be eligible for the PFAA summer scholarships, parents must be members by Tuesday, January 31. The PFAA funds summer scholarships for students to continue their artistic development outside of DSHA. PFAA annual dues are $25.

Click here to join the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

NEW! Father Daughter Dinner Dance | Saturday, February 4

Save the date for a beloved DSHA tradition—the annual Father Daughter Dinner Dance! DSHA students and their fathers or special father figures will dance the night away to live music and spend quality time together. Tickets will be available when students return from Christmas break on Wednesday, January 4.

Click here for more information about the Father Daughter Dinner Dance.

NEW! DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11

Save the date for the 2023 DSHA Auction, a celebration that brings our community together while we raise funds to further the mission of DSHA. This year’s auction theme is Pearls of Wisdom, and the event will be held at the historic Pritzlaff Building in downtown Milwaukee.

Click here for more information about the 2023 DSHA Auction.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Annual Winter Play Important Dates

All audition information is posted on the DSHA website.
Auditions are Wednesday, January 11 from 4 - 8 p.m.
Callbacks are Thursday, January 12 from 4 - 7 p.m.
Rehearsals begin Monday, January 16.
Performances are Thursday, March 2 - Sunday, March 5.

Click here for more information and audition materials.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

Uniform Donations | DSHA is always accepting donations of used uniforms. Please drop off any items you would like to donate in the main office. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Questions? Contact Interim Dean of Student Affairs Dr. Kevin Hughes.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	11/7 - 20	11/21 - 12/4	12/5 - 18	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	0	2	3	29
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	6	0	15	123
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	2	2	8	42
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	1	0	0	7
Current active positivity rate: 3/772 (0.39%) ** Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! Spring Semester and Community Health Measures | As we move into second semester, our primary focus will be in managing our stay at home guidelines and our isolation and quarantine guidelines. Onsite testing will continue for students and staff, a dashboard will be published in each eNews, and there will be support for optional masking on campus. School Nurse Patti Hughes will continue to be available for all COVID-related matters. Our Community Health Measures website has been updated accordingly and can be found on the DSHA website under Community Health Measures.

Click here to view our full Community Health Measures | 2022-23.

NEW! Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

The school lab will be closed over the Christmas break from Friday, December 23 - Tuesday, January 3, but School Nurse Patti Hughes can help find open testing sites for those in need. Families are welcome to email her over the Christmas break as needed.
If your student is sick with COVID over Christmas break, please notify DSHA. DSHA tracks COVID up to 90 days after testing. School Nurse Patti Hughes will be available to discuss any COVID concerns over the break.
COVID is rising in the community. Fatigue, congestion, runny nose, headache, and itchy or sore throats are common first symptoms. Wet or dry cough, body aches, chills, hoarse voice, and sneezing are also reported. Nationally, there are even breakthrough cases with the new booster vaccines and/or with natural immunity. This is likely because there are new sub-variants that are circulating.
Please be aware that rapid tests are taking close to three days into symptoms to trigger a positive result. If given a negative result, that means the individual does not have COVID or that it is too early for this type of test to accurately detect the virus. Please be diligent with multiple tests if using rapid testing and have your daughter wear a mask if she is COVID negative and symptomatic.
As of Monday, December 5, household members are eligible for COVID testing at DSHA. The tests are free and no insurance information is required. DSHA household members should enter the DSHA back parking lot through the north driveway and enter the lab through door #12. If you need testing outside of the scheduled lab hours, contact School Nurse Patti Hughes to arrange a time.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! Thank You and End of Year Giving | Thank you to those who have already given to the annual fund this year! Your gift helps support DSHA's mission to develop students into capable young women of faith, heart, and intellect.

If you would like to make a gift, join current parents Megan O’Neill Daily & Dave Daily, along with many others in the DSHA community, and give to the DSHA Annual Fund today!

Click here to give to DSHA today.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! Open Gym & Spring Sports | If your daughter is interested in playing a spring sport, make sure she attends the open gym sessions being held this winter.

For more information on days and times, contact the head coach for each sport:

Lacrosse | Varsity Head Coach Caroline Forsmo
Soccer | Science Faculty and Varsity Head Coach Kevin Roethe
Softball | Social Studies Faculty and Varsity Head Coach Tom Montgomery
Rugby | Head Coach John "Chin" Klein
Track and Field | Director of Fitness & Performance, Health and Fitness Faculty and Head Coach Brian Calhoun

Upcoming Dasher Athletic Events | Come support the basketball, gymnastics, ice hockey, and ski teams this season!

Click here to find event times and locations.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DSHA Parent eNews | December 5, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, December 5

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

We welcomed students back from Thanksgiving break last week with the annual all-school Advent assembly. Liturgically, we have entered the season where we joyfully await the birth of Jesus. Academically, this can be a stressful time as students prepare for final exams. In an effort to support our community of learners, there are several things happening to help girls feel prepared.

Applied Wellness Study Hall | Wednesday, December 7 | Scheduled intentionally with exam preparation in mind, every student has a fitness or an Applied Wellness hour in their schedule that will serve as a supervised study hall to facilitate exam preparation.
Pancake Breakfast | Wednesday, December 14 | Campus Ministry; the Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council; and the Best Buddies co-curricular are collaborating to prepare a pancake breakfast for students from 7:55 a.m. - 8:40 a.m. Encourage your daughter to fuel her body and mind!
Therapy Dog | Thursday, December 15 | As a reward for reaching the goal of raising $1,000 for After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) last month, we will have a therapy dog present on Thursday, December 15. Students can sign up through the Applied Wellness application to relieve some pre-exam stress.
Study Checklist | Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield put together a final examination preparation and study checklist for students to utilize.

Click here to view Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield's final examinations preparation and study checklist.

Preparing and taking final exams is good preparation for college. A final exam is intended to assess learning from the semester. As we learned through the Dr. Lisa Damour presentation earlier this semester, stress can be a good thing to help us grow. It is okay for girls to experience some stress with final exams especially if we help them understand that this is normal.

As we continute to embrace the Advent season, we are grateful for the unity within our DSHA community. I offer this suggested prayer taken from the DSHA prayer book.

An Advent Prayer to Mary

O Mother of Wisdom, teach us your confidence and give us the same
peace of heart to say yes to what God asks of each of us.

O Mother of the Morning Star, enlighten us with the vision of Jesus
who is our sun of righteousness, dispelling the darkness of our fear.

O Mother of the King of Nations, share with us the indescribable joy it
is to feel the very presence of Christ in our midst.

O Mother of Emmanuel, show us the path to our Lord and our Savior,
who comes not in regal splendor,
but as the small child held in your loving arms.

Rejoice! Rejoice! For our God is with us, cradled in the lap of His
Mother.

Holy Mary, Mother of Our Savior, pray for us.
Jesus, teach me to be the goodness and kindness.
Amen.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

IMPORTANT DATES

Final Exam Schedule | Monday, December 19 - Thursday, December 22

NEW! College Night for Junior Students & Parents | January 4 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Robert Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

NEW! Sophomore Success Night | Wednesday, January 11 from 7 - 8:25 p.m.

Sophomore Success Night is an evening for parents and students to learn about the various ways students can get the most out of the second half of their DSHA experience. There will be a new format this year; more information to come!

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

Finals Help Sessions | The following study/help sessions are available to prepare students for final exams:

NHS Tutors | Thursday, December 8 from 3:15 – 4 p.m. | The National Honors Society (NHS) tutors will be available to any student needing some extra help getting ready for finals. No appointment is necessary; students should go to the library after school to check in and will then be directed to a tutor.
Focused Study and Support | Wednesday, December 14 – Friday, December 16 from 3:15 – 4 p.m. | Come to the library after school to keep focused, gain support from fellow Dashers who are also studying, and ask Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield any last-minute study/preparation questions.
ALPHA and Dasher Time | Every Day | Remember our ongoing academic resources available all year long: Academic Learning Place for Higher Achievement (ALPHA) and Dasher time. Students can go to ALPHA during their open Applied Wellness or study hall period to get one-on-one help with an English, math, or science teacher. Students can use Dasher time to meet and study with their own teachers to get a jump start on preparing for final exams.

For help accessing this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! St. Nick’s Market at DSHA | Tuesday, December 6

Join us in the Chris & John McDermott Gymnasium for the 2nd Annual DSHA St. Nick’s Market. This event helps support some amazing non-profit organizations and alumnae-owned businesses. Proceeds will benefit our $10,000 Together challenge and the organizations Warm Hands, Warm Hearts and La Casa de Esperanza. Vendors include: Franciscan Peacemakers; Full Circle Healing; S. Karlyn Cauley, SDS, DS '61; and student businesses. Art, jewelry, ornaments, Christmas treats, and more will be available. Please keep in mind that most vendors will be cash-only.

NEW! Immaculate Conception All-School Mass | Thursday, December 8

Archbishop Jerome Listecki will celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with Mass on Thursday, December 8. DSHA Handbells and the DSHA Divine Strings will accompany the choir in this special Mass.

NEW! Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass | Monday, December 12

DSHA Campus Ministry and the Furia Latina co-curricular will host the Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass with music and dance on Monday, December 12. The Dance Academy of Mexico and Señora Islas will be joining DSHA students, faculty, and staff for the feast day celebration.

NEW! Candlelit Memorial | Friday, December 16

DSHA Campus Ministry will host a prayer service in the Mother of the Divine Savior Chapel on Friday, December 16. For the first fifteen minutes of Dasher time, DSHA students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to fill the chapel and pray for their loved ones who have passed away.

Advent Special Collections | Thursday, December 1 - Friday, December 16

This Advent, please join the Service Team co-curricular in an all-school special collections for local families as we partner with three organizations — Franciscan Peacemakers, House of Peace, and Warm Hands, Warm Hearts — and serve those in need this holiday season. Bins and coat racks will be in the Quad. Thank you for your generosity, Dasher families! Specific needs include:

Gently used winter coats, jackets, mittens, hats, and all clothing
Gently used women's leggings
New winter hats, mittens, and gloves for all ages

Click here to view the Amazon Wishlist for Franciscan Peacemakers.

Questions about the Advent collection? Contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

Student Schedules | Please have your daughters check her myDSHA for their second-semester schedule. Encourage them to review their schedule for accuracy and to contact her school counselor should she have any questions.

Student last names ending in A - G and X - Z | School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07
Student last names ending in H - O | School Counselor Janet Como
Student last names ending in P - W | School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik

Click here for directions to access your second semester schedule.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

ACT vs. SAT Webinar | Wednesday, December 7 from 7 - 8 p.m.

The ACT® and SAT® are crucial parts of the college application. So which one is better for your child? Well, it depends. Learn the differences, the similarities, and how to choose the test that’s best for your student. During this presentation, your child will discover the different challenges each exam presents, what makes a test right for each student, how colleges look at and compare each exam, and tips for developing a great test prep plan.

Click here to register for the webinar.

Transcript Half Sheets | Students must have their transcript half sheets submitted to the DSHA College Center by Friday, December 9 to meet the Sunday, January 1 deadline over the Christmas break. Transcript half sheets inform the DSHA College Center where to send transcripts and letters of recommendation.

NEW! 2022 Summer Mount Mary University Leadership Academy | June 25 - 29, 2023

Explore what's possible in the immersive personal development and career exploration sessions hosted by Mount Mary University faculty and staff and various Milwaukee business leaders. Participants will choose between three career pathways: arts & design, humanities & business, or STEM. They will be eligible to earn two college credits at Mount Mary University upon completion. This 5-day, 4-night program for current freshmen, sophomores, or junior high school students provides a leadership experience like no other. The application opens on Thursday, December 15 and closes Friday, March 3 or when spots are filled.

Click here for additional information about the program.

Revolution Prep College and Testing Support | Revolution Prep is sharing valuable information through a series of free webinars.

In addition, DSHA is partnering with Revolution Prep to provide DSHA students with some standardized testing and academic support options. Revolution Prep is offering DSHA families a gift card for up to $200 toward programs offered.

Click here to check out the free fall webinars.

Click here to access your gift card.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! December Applied Wellness Breaks | December offers an opportunity for students to practice what they learned over the course of the fall semester. This semester, students were required to engage in one Applied Wellness break per week. They also completed monthly reflections allowing them to take a moment and process how they used that time.

Starting the week of Monday, December 5, students are not required to participate in a weekly wellness break although we highly encourage them to continue this practice. We are offering a variety of options from Christmas-themed fitness experiences, holiday movies, relaxation moments, and more. Our hope is for students to welcome wellness breaks as a benefit and stress relief.

Guest facilitator Natalie Harris, RD, CD, and owner of Eat with Permission, will be offering an experience that focuses on adequate nutrition planning for exam preparation on Tuesday, December 6 during hours 1, 2, 3, and 4. Any student that attends will have her name put into a drawing to win a stress relief kit for exams!

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

DEI Branch of Student Council Retreat | Saturday, January 14

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion branch of student council will evaluate the first semester and plan the second semester Dasher Dialogues. They will also brainstorm about Multi-Cultural Week scheduled for Monday, January 16 – Friday, January 20.

NEW! Dasher Dialogue | Friday, January 20

The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council will be hosting a Dasher Diaolgue on Friday, January 20. The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council will collaborate with the Interfaith co-curricular and lead students in a discussion on religious literacy.

NEW! All-In Milwaukee | Applications due Wednesday, February 15

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Supplies | Click on the link below to purchase graduation supplies.

Click here to purchase items.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

TSC Appreciation Christmas Luncheon | Friday, December 9

The DSHA Parent Association is looking for donations of desserts (cookies, brownies, cupcakes, puppy chow, etc.) to serve at the TSC Appreciation Christmas Luncheon. Treats can be dropped off at the front office the week of Monday, December 5 to Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

Help us thank the faculty and staff for all they do for our daughters with a gift at Christmas. The PA specifically recognizes each DSHA employee for their time and talents at the Christmas Luncheon with a gift card and a personal note thanking them for their love and support of our daughters.

Click here to donate to the TSC gift card donation fund.

Next Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Monday, December 12 at 6 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Please join us for the next PFAA meeting!

Upcoming PFAA Meetings

● Tuesday, January 10 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, February 13 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Save the Dates | More information coming soon!

Father Daughter Dinner Dance | Saturday, February 4, 2023
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11, 2023

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! Choral Christmas Concert & Angelaires Cookie Sale | Sunday, December 11

Join us for the DSHA and MUHS Combined Choral Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 11 in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre at 2 p.m. You will be treated to music performed by the Angelaires, the DSHA Camerata choir, and the Marquette University High School chorus. Delicious homemade cookie platters baked by the DSHA Angelaires will be available for purchase.

NEW! Instrumental Christmas Concert | Wednesday, December 14 at 7 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

Please join the DSHA Divine Strings and Orchesta to get into the holiday spirit!

Annual Winter Play Important Dates

Audition information will be posted on the DSHA website on Monday, December 12.
Auditions are Wednesday, January 11 from 4 - 8 p.m.
Callbacks are Thursday, January 12 from 4 - 7 p.m.
Rehearsals begin Monday, January 16.
Performances are Thursday, March 2 - Sunday, March 5.

NEW! Marquette University High School Spring Musical Important Dates | Auditions are Monday, December 12 and Tuesday, December 13 from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! 2nd Semester Senior Privilege | Senior parents, if your daughter is eligible for senior privilege second semester, you will find the parental permission form in your myDSHA account. Details regarding senior privilege can be found in the form and in the DSHA Student and Parent Handbook. Permission forms are due Monday, December 19.

NEW! Final Exam Building Hours | During exam week, students are expected to leave the building once they have completed their last exam for the day. Please plan accordingly for students that will need to be picked up.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	10/24 - 11/6	11/7 - 20	11/21 - 12/4	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	0	0	2	26
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	3	6	0	108
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	1	2	2	34
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	1	0	7
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

2022-2023 Community Health Measures | The health and safety of the DSHA community remains our priority. Our up-to-date COVID protocols can be found on the DSHA website under Community Health Measures. Any changes to the protocols during the school year will be communicated via the Parent eNews.

Click here to view our full Community Health Measures | 2022-23.

NEW! Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

As of Monday, December 5, household members are elibigible for COVID testing at DSHA. The tests are free and no insurance information is required. DSHA household members should enter the DSHA back parking lot through the north driveway and enter the lab through door #12. If you need testing outside of the scheduled lab hours, contact School Nurse Patti Hughes to arrange a time.

If your student is sick with COVID over Christmas break, please notify DSHA. DSHA tracks COVID up to 90 days after testing. School Nurse Patti Hughes will be available to dicuss any COVID concers over the break.
Continute to have your daughter take a COVID test when she is experiencing two symptoms that may be consistent with COVID. Symptoms include cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, excessive fatigue, congestion, runny nose, fever, chills, body aches, headache, nausea, and diarrhea.

COVID testing is available Monday through Friday 8 - 11 a.m. by the ACL Labs at DSHA.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! #GivingTuesday Thank You

The DSHA community showed up to make #GivingTuesdayAtDSHA a huge success! We raised $37,837 and closed the gap, the difference between tuition and the actual cost of a DSHA education, more than seven times. Thank you for supporting our Dashers!　

Tuesday was just one example of our amazing community. Together we are one step closer to reaching our overall annual fund goal this fiscal year. Gifts made to the DSHA Annual Fund impact all Dashers, giving them college-prep academics, faith formation, co-curricular experiences, and so much more.

Click here to watch the full student thank you video.

Click here to view the excitement from #GivingTuesday.

Click here to make your gift to the DSHA Annual Fund.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! DSHA Varsity Volleyball Coach Honored | DSHA Varsity Volleyball Coach Caitie Ratkowski, DSHA '02, was named the American Volleyball Coaches Association Region Six High School Volleyball Coach of the Year! Region Six includes the states of of Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Help us in congratulating Caitie!

NEW! DSHA Volleyball Ranked 19th Nationally | The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team was ranked 19th nationally in the USA Today Sports/American Volleyball Coaches Association National High School Volleyball Super 25 Final Ranking.

Click here to view the full list.

NEW! The DSHA Rugby A and B Teams Give Back | The DSHA Rugby A and B teams hosted a sock drive to support Hope House MKE for those experiencing homelessness in our community. The entire team participated in the service experience and were touched by how appreciative those at the Hope House MKE were with the donation. The team is hopeful their donations make a positive impact on the community.

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Athletic Events | Come support the basketball, gymnastics, ice hockey, and ski teams this season!

Click here to find event times and locations.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DSHA Parent eNews | November 21, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, November 21

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Throughout the fall semester, there are many occasions that foster a sense of community. One of these events is Dash-A-Thon where students raise money to advance the Catholic mission of Divine Savior Holy Angels High School. A sense of community develops through the collective effort to support DSHA and by the student experience walking the route. When the girls hit and exceed the incentive levels, this sense of community expands.

On Friday, November 18, the freshmen, sophomores, and seniors participated in PJ’s and Pizza. These three classes all achieved their class level incentives for Dash-A-Thon and celebrated together. An additional incentive is a day off for all students, faculty, and staff on Wednesday, November 23. And finally, in the depths of winter, when we need a community lift, the DSHA community will participate in the traditional Movie Day on Wednesday, February 15. We are so grateful for our students' support of their school and the chance to celebrate our community!

As we head into the Thanksgiving break, we are grateful for the unity within our DSHA community. As we gather with our loved ones this week, I offer this suggested prayer for our Thanksgiving meals. This prayer is taken from the DSHA prayer book.

A Thanksgiving Table Prayer

O Gracious God,
we give You thanks for Your overflowing generosity to us.
Thank You for the blessings of the food we eat
and especially for this feast today.
Thank You for our home and family and friends,
especially for the presence of those gathered here.
Thank You for our health, our work, and our play.
Please send help to those who are hungry, alone, sick,
and suffering from war and violence.
Open our hearts to Your love.
We ask Your blessing through Christ Your Son.
Holy Mary, Mother of Our Savior, pray for us.
Jesus, help me to be the goodness and kindness.
Amen.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES

NEW! Wednesday, November 23 | No classes.

NEW! Monday, November 28 | Classes resume following Thanksgiving break. This will be an even extended instruction schedule to celebrate our annual Advent Assembly.

NEW! Freshmen Student Council Applications | Due Monday, November 28
Applications are out for freshmen who are interested in participating in student council next semester. Applications were sent to students’ DSHA emails and Microsoft Teams pages and are due by Monday, November 28.

NEW! Final Exam Schedule | Monday, December 19 - Thursday, December 22

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Finals Help Sessions | The following study/help sessions are available to prepare students for final exams:

NHS Tutors | Thursday, December 8 from 3:15 – 4 p.m. | The National Honors Society (NHS) tutors will be available to any student needing some extra help getting ready for finals. No appointment is necessary; students should go to the library after school to check in and will then be directed to a tutor.
Focused Study and Support | Wednesday, December 14 – Friday, December 16 from 3:15 – 4 p.m. | Come to the library after school to keep focused, gain support from fellow Dashers who are also studying, and ask Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield any last-minute study/preparation questions.
ALPHA and Dasher Time | Every Day | Remember our ongoing academic resources available all year long: Academic Learning Place for Higher Achievement (ALPHA) and Dasher time. Students can go to ALPHA during their open Applied Wellness or study hall period to get one-on-one help with an English, math, or science teacher. Students can use Dasher time to meet and study with their own teachers to get a jump start on preparing for final exams.

To access this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Optional Junior Retreat | Monday January, 16 - Tuesday, January 17

Encourage your daughter to sign-up for Optional Junior Retreat. The theme of the retreat focuses on the story of Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42) and is a peaceful time to pray and spend quality time with her classmates. Fifty-five spots are available for sign-up.

To sign up:

Students need to sign-up on the link in their class Microsoft Teams page.
Parents need to sign the permission slip on myDSHA.

Retreat will take place at the Redemptorist Retreat Center. We will leave at 9 a.m. on Monday and be back by 3:05 p.m. on Tuesday.

Questions about Optional Junior Retreat? Contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84, for more information.

NEW! Senior Retreat Sign-Ups | Sunday, January 8 - Monday, January 9 or Tuesday, January 17 - Wednesday, January 18

Students were asked to sign up for one of the two retreats last week. Senior Retreat is an all-class retreat that focuses on Mary’s "Yes" to where God took her in life (Luke 1:26-38). Retreats will take place at Camp Whitcomb Mason.

Questions about Senior Retreat? Contact Theology Department Chair Lisa Metz for more information.

NEW! Spiritwear | The campus ministry spirit store is LIVE! Purchase some for your daughter, alumna, or yourself today. Itmes will be delivered by Christmas.

Click here to purchase Campus Ministry spiritwear.

NEW! Advent Special Collections | Thursday, December 1 - Friday, December 16

This Advent, please join the Service Team co-curricular in an all-school special collections for local families as we partner with three organizations — Franciscan Peacemakers, House of Peace, and Warm Hands, Warm Hearts — and serve the poor and vulnerable in our community. Bins and coat racks will be in the Quad. Thank you for your generosity, Dasher families! Specific needs include:

Gently used winter coats, jackets, mittens, hats, and all clothing
Gently used women's leggings
New winter hats, mittens, and gloves for all ages

Click here to view the Amazon Wishlist for Franciscan Peacemakers.

Questions about the Advent collection? Contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

NEW! Student Schedules | Please have your daughters check their myDSHA for their second-semester schedule. Encourage them to review their schedule for accuracy and to contact Student Services with any questions.

Click here for directions to access your second semester schedule.

NEW! Junior Interview Day Thank You from School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik | Thank you to all of our community volunteers that participated in Junior Interview Day. This experience could not have been so successful without your support and guidance for our junior class. Each student walked away with a valuable learning opportunity to practice real skills that will be invaluable to them in the future. Thank you again for all you do to support our students.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! College Application Deadlines | Please be aware of more upcoming college application deadlines. Thursday, December 1 is a popular early action, priority, and scholarship deadline. Check college websites for the most accurate deadline information.

NEW! Transcript Half Sheets | Students must have their transcript half sheets submitted to the DSHA College Center by Friday, December 9 to meet the Sunday, January 1 deadline over the Christmas break. Transcript half sheets inform the DSHA College Center where to send transcripts and letters of recommendation.

NEW! FAFSA, College Scholarships, and College Tuition Assistance | Thursday, December 1 is a priority deadline for many colleges to complete the FAFSA application. Work with your daughter to complete the application by the schools' priority deadline.

Be sure your daughter is checking Naviance for a list of local and national scholarship opportunities to investigate. We'll be updating the list as information comes to us.

Check with your employer(s) to see if there are any scholarships or tuition benefits available through the company/companies.

NEW! Summer Study Abroad Program | For over 75 years, the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) has been offering study abroad programs for students of all ages. Global Navigator High School programs are based on U.S. high school learning standards and provide students with the experience of a lifetime during 3- or 4-week programs in the summer.

During the program, students gain real-world experience in language, science, government, business, and the arts. A representative from CIEE Global Navigator will be available to answer student questions during both Dasher times on Monday, November 28.

Click here for more information.

Click here for an overview of study abroad programs.

NEW! Revolution Prep College and Testing Support | Revolution Prep is sharing valuable information through a series of free webinars.

Click here to check out the free fall webinars.

Click here to access your gift card.

ACT vs. SAT Webinar | Wednesday, December 7 from 7 - 8 p.m.

Click here to register for the webinar.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! End of the Semester Applied Wellness | As we approach the last month of the semester, we understand students' level of stress rises. Starting the week of December 5, we won’t have a weekly requirement for the students, but we will continue to offer experiences throughout the end of the semester. We encourage students to take a break and use what they learned during the semester with required weekly wellness breaks. Breaks can increase productivity and our experiences span the various dimensions of wellness. Experiences can last as little as 15 minutes and can allow for social interaction. Encourage your child to take a break, especially during stressful times. Students should still use their Applied Wellness app to access and sign up for experiences.

NEW! Awesome Wellbeing Assessment | Due the week of November 21

Students should complete the Awesome Wellbeing Assessment the week of November 21. The link is found in their DSHA email or they can go directly to awesomeschools.com. This is a self-led confidential wellbeing assessment that allows students to view a snapshot of their current social and emotional wellbeing. It assesses their experiences, feelings, functioning, and perceptions of how their life is going — both what is going right, and what is going wrong. This assessment is offered to students twice per year and their reports can be accessed at any time over their four years at DSHA.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Dasher Dialogue | Friday, December 2

The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council will be hosting a Dasher Dialogue on Friday, December 2. They will lead students in a discussion about the importance of mental health prior to semester exams, a time when stress levels can rise.

Optional Dasher Dialogues have been a part of the fabric of DSHA for the last seven years. Consistent with the DSHA mission to form young women who accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference, Dasher Dialogues incorporate Catholic Social Teachings and create a loving and caring space for conversations that can be uncomfortable. These conversations focus on the dignity of every Dasher while helping students understand their responsibility to act as disciples of Jesus Christ.

NEW! DEI Branch of Student Council Retreat | Saturday, January 14

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion branch of student council will evaluate the first semester and plan for the second semester Dasher Dialogues. They will also brainstorm about Multi-Cultural Week scheduled for Monday, January 16 – Friday, January 20.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

NEW! DSHA Class of 2023 Graduation Supplies | Click on the link below to purchase graduation supplies.

Click here to purchase items.

Senior Photos for the Yearbook | See below for important information regarding senior photos. Photos must be submitted for the yearbook by February 1.

Click here for more information about senior photos.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Next Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, November 29 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior Fireside Lounge

Join us for the next Parent Association meeting!

Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.

TSC Appreciation Christmas Luncheon | Friday, December 9

The Parent Association is looking for donations of desserts (cookies, brownies, cupcakes, puppy chow, etc.) to serve at the TSC Appreciation Christmas Luncheon. Treats can be dropped off at the front office the week of December 5 to Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

Click here to donate to the TSC gift card donation fund.

NEW! Next Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Monday, December 12 at 6 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Join us for the next PFAA meeting!

Questions about the meeting on Monday, December 12? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

NEW! Upcoming PFAA Meetings

● Tuesday, January 10 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, February 13 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m.
● Tuesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.
● Monday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
● Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.

Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Save the Dates | More information coming soon!

Father Daughter Dinner Dance | Saturday, February 4, 2023
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11, 2023

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! Holiday Concerts | Join us for one of the following holiday concerts!

HandbellPalooza | Monday, December 5 at 7 p.m.
Angelaire/Camerata Christmas Concert | Sunday, December 11 at 2 p.m.
Instrumental Concert | Wednesday, December 14 at 7 p.m.

NEW! Annual Winter Play Important Dates

Audition information will be posted on the DSHA website on Monday, December 12.
Auditions are Wednesday, January 11 from 4 - 8 p.m.
Callbacks are Thursday, January 12 from 4 - 7 p.m.
Rehearsals begin Monday, January 16.
Performances are Thursday, March 2 - Sunday, March 5.

NEW! Sister Act Thank You | Thank you to all of our parent volunteers and other DSHA community members who came out to support Sister Act! The PFAA concession sales, 50/50 raffle, and silent auction helped raise funds which will go directly toward the DSHA Fine Arts program.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Ski and Snowboard Club Information | If your daughter is interested in joining the Ski and Snowboard Club (not team) and missed the informational meeting during Dasher time last Thursday, she can reach out to Dean of Student Affaris Rachel Fredricks to get connected. No experience is necessary to join the club!

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	10/10 - 23	10/24 - 11/6	11/7 - 20	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	3	0	0	24
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	9	3	6	108
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	6	1	2	32
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	1	0	1	7
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

Click here to view our full Community Health Measures | 2022-23.

NEW! Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

In this reporting period, we had a few positive student COVID cases. Please continue to monitor and test if symptomatic.
Symptoms of nausea and vomiting have been reported this past week. A strong headache often precedes the nausea. Most students feel better within 2 days.
Non-COVID colds continue, with many complaints of ears feeling full, heavy congestion, low fevers, and hoarse voices. Unfortunately, these cold symptoms last for multiple days. Per school protocols, students exhibiting cold symptoms need a negative COVID test to return.
COVID testing for students and staff is available Monday through Friday 8 - 11 a.m. by the ACL Labs at DSHA.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! #GivingTuesday | Tuesday, November 29

The Goal. This #GivingTuesday, help us raise the gap ($5,200) for one DSHA student.

The Gap. The gap is the difference between tuition and the cost of a DSHA education. This year's gap is $5,200/student.

Bonus! Judy Bultman, DS '57, and past parent has generously agreed to match our efforts! She will match gifts dollar-for-dollar up to $5,200, helping us fill the gap two-fold!

Special holiday incentive! Have you always wondered what special dishes our faculty members cook over the holidays? Donate $50+ and receive special family recipes from Principal Dan Quesnell, Social Studies Department Chair Patrick Dawson, Theology Department Chair Lisa Metz, and World Languages Faculty Eileen Gleeson.

Make your gift now to be counted in our #GivingTuesday totals and help us get one step closer to closing the gap!

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Mazelin.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! WIAA State Swim and Dive Results

The DSHA Swim and Dive team competed in the WIAA D1 State Championship meet on Saturday, November 12 at Waukesha South High School. Allison Brennan, DSHA '24, placed 13th out of 24 divers. The 200-yard medley relay consisting of Chloe Rummel, DSHA '25; Lauren Correa, DSHA '24; Rose Kachelski, DSHA '24; and Maggie Brzezinski, DSHA '26, took 16th out of 24 teams and set a new school record with a time of 1:51.77! Correa also qualified in the breaststroke and placed 16th out of 24 and set a new personal PR with a time of 1:06.56! Congratulations on a great state meet!

NEW! National Letter of Intent Signing Recap

Mack Doerr, DSHA '23, signed her national letter of intent to play field hockey at Boston College on Wednesday, November 9. Family, friends, and classmates joined in the celebration. Best of luck Mack!

NEW! Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association WIAA State Tournament All-Tournament Team | Congratulations to Jordan Czajkowski, DSHA '25; Madison Quest, DSHA '25; and Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24, on being named to the WVCA state tournament all-tournament team.

Click here to see the full all-tournament team.

NEW! 2022 Fall All-Conference, All-Area, and All-State Honors

Cross Country

1st Team All-Conference + Greater Metro Conference (GMC) Individual Champion | Ava Johnson, DSHA '23
2nd Team All-Conference | Nora McCormick, DSHA '23; Olivia Campbell, DSHA '24
3rd Team All-Conference | London Chase, DSHA '25

Field Hockey

1st Team All-Conference | Mack Doerr, DSHA 23; Anna Falci, DSHA '23; Eleanor Langenfeld, DSHA '24; Morgan Mackey, DSHA '23
2nd Team All-Conference | Charlotte Featherston, DSHA '24; Kali Kiekow, DSHA '24; Mia Kurth, DSHA '24; Emily Lund, DSHA '25
Honorable Mention All-Conference | Ada Rebholz, DSHA '24

Golf

Academic All-State High Honors | Emma Bruckman, DSHA '24
Academic All-State High Honors + Honorable Mention All-State + 1st Team All-Conference | Kate Krueger, DSHA '24
Academic All-State High Honors | Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23
Honorable Mention All-State + 2nd Team All-Conference | Ava Roesch, DSHA '26
Academic All-State High Honors + 2nd Team All-Conference | Hannah Strachota, DSHA '25

Swim/Dive

2nd Team All-Conference 300-Yard Breastroke Relay | Trinity Beslic, DSHA '23; Lauren Correa, DSHA '24; Taryn Doyle, DSHA '26; Chloe Rummel, DSHA '25
3rd Team All-Conference 200-Yard Freestyle Relay | Maggie Brzezinski, DSHA '26; Lauren Correa, DSHA '24; Rose Kachelski, DSHA '24; Chloe Rummel, DSHA '25
3rd Team All-Conference 1 Meter Diving | Allison Brennan, DSHA '24; Lucy Koehn, DSHA '24; Kendall Rummel, DSHA '26

Rugby conference and state honors are forthcoming — stay tuned!

Tennis

WIAA D1 Doubles Champions + Greater Metro Conference (GMC) Doubles Team of the Year + Sectional #1 Doubles Runner-Up + 1st Team All-Conference #1 Doubles | Molly Jex, DSHA ’24; Lizzie Stuckslager, DSHA '26
1st Team All-Conference #1 Singles + Greater Metro Conference (GMC) Singles Player of the Year + Sectional #1 Singles Champion | Carolyn Schaefer, DSHA ‘24
Sectional #3 Singles Champion + 1st Team All-Conference #3 Singles | Saylor Masters, DSHA ’25
Sectional #4 Singles Champion + 1st Team All-Conference #3 Singles | Abby Frasher, DSHA ’25
Sectional #2 Doubles Champion + 1st Team All-Conference #2 Doubles | Joan Barry, DSHA ’23; Kelly Coury, DSHA '23
Section #3 Doubles 3rd Place + 1st Team All-Conference #3 Doubles | KK Buettner, DSHA ’23; Ellie Clemence, DSHA '24
Sectional #2 Singles 3rd Place + 2nd Team All-Conference #2 Singles | Madi Guillermo, DSHA ’24

Volleyball

American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American Team Honorable Mention + Honorable Mention All-State + 2nd Team All-Conference | Bella Lipski, DSHA ‘23
Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association All-Tournament Team + Honorable Mention All-State + Honorable Mention All-Conference | Jordan Czajkowski, DSHA ‘25
Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association All-Tournament Team+ 1st Team All-State + 1st Team All-Conference | Madison Quest, DSHA '25
Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association All-Tournament Team+ 2nd Team All State + 1st Team All-Conference | Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24
2nd Team All-Conference | Oliva deGuzman, DSHA '25
Honorable Mentional All-Conference | Olivia Durst, DSHA '25

NEW! Basketball Home Games Livestreamed | Can’t make a home basketball game this season? No worries, you can livestream all home basketball games at all levels this year.

Click here to livestream the basketball games.

NEW! Faith Friday for Gymnastics

The gymnastic team celebrated Faith Friday on November 18. It was a great way to begin their seasons together! Note: Students were dressed in pajamas in celebration of Pizza & PJ's.

NEW! Greater Metro Conference Student-Athlete Leadership Summit

On Wednesday, November 16, the Greater Metro Conference held a leadership summit at Germantown High School. Twenty-two of our student-athletes, which included at least one representative from each of our sports, attended the event. It was a great day of learning with other student-athletes in the conference. Thanks to those who attended and represented the DSHA Athletic Department in such a positive way.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DSHA Parent eNews | November 7

Parent eNews | Monday, November 7

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

This time of year brings the DSHA community together to support different student activities. It is activities like these that help girls feel a sense of belonging at DSHA as they support one another in their endeavors.

Dashers have come out in strong numbers to support one another at the field hockey, rugby, tennis, and volleyball state tournaments. When our students win a state or national championship, we hold a celebratory assembly so the entire community can congratulate their peers. Gathering as an entire community in the theatre for Mass or all-school assemblies builds a sense of unity.

This past weekend, Sister Act opened at DSHA. Ticket sales were strong, and many fellow Dashers came out to see the performance. In case you missed the show this weekend, Sister Act continues November 10-12 with shows at 7 p.m. Click here to purchase your tickets.

Finally, another community event is the annual Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon. You can still register for this event through November 9 here.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Important Information about Dual-Credit Courses | Any student enrolled in a dual-credit course who wants the college credit MUST:

Register for the university course following the college’s directions.
Print and save a copy of the course syllabus for every dual-credit course she is enrolled in. Universities will often ask to see the syllabus to determine how to award credit.

DSHA dual-credit faculty members will make these instructions clear. DSHA cannot enroll a student in a college course.

NEW! Department Release Day | Wednesday, November 16

In place of their world language courses on November 16, all students will participate in discussion about the Dr. Lisa Damour presentation last month. If you missed the October 13 parent presentation by Dr. Lisa Damour, you can watch the Zoom recording by logging into myDSHA and going to the Parent Resources tab.

To access this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Campus Ministry Calendar | Monday, November 7 - Tuesday, November 15

Monday, November 7 | Bible study Applied Wellness experience; Rosary during early Dasher time
Thursday, November 10 | Collections Day and PB & J Ministry (rescheduled from last week)
Friday, November 11 | Faith Friday Mass and DSHA Past Parent Gael Cullen will talk about her experience with After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD)
Monday, November 14 | Rosary during early Dasher time
Tuesday, November 15 | Optional Junior Retreat applications available

NEW! Senior Service Recognition Process | Each year, the Sisters of the Divine Savior honor seniors who have gone above and beyond the Salvatorian Service Requirement at DSHA. The Salvatorian Sisters’ Service Award will be given to those seniors who have served 55 or more hours during their years at DSHA. (The 55 hours have been adjusted to account for the effects of the pandemic on students’ ability to serve in the community.) We will reach out to the students who qualify, as well as their parents, who must nominate them in January. This year, eligible seniors include those who:

Completed 55+ hours of service freshman through junior years. All service hours, including parish, DSHA, summer service, and mission trips can be applied to this cumulative goal and must be submitted, verified, and approved through x2VOL.
Complete 20+ hours of ongoing service during senior year between the first day of school and the last day of the fall semester. At least 10 of these hours must be at one site.

For additional information or questions, please contact Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart, DSHA '84. All seniors were reminded of the award requirements by email on November 2, and any questions will be addressed in their theology classes early next week as well.

Click here to learn more about the Salvatorian Service Requirement and the Salvatorian Sisters' Service Award.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! College Application Deadlines | Please be aware of more upcoming college applications deadlines. November 15 and December 1 are popular early action, priority, and scholarship deadlines. Check college websites for the most accurate deadline information.

NEW! College Online Portals | When the DSHA College Counseling Center sends transcripts and letters of recommendations to your daughter's college(s), it may take a few days for the college to update her online profile. Rest assured, as long as the transcripts and letters of recommendation are submitted by the due date, even if they are not reflected immediately in her online portal, they are still considered on time.

NEW! ACT vs. SAT Webinar | Wednesday, December 7 from 7 - 8 p.m.

NEW! College Night for Juniors & Junior Parents | January 4, 2023 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

This evening program will provide current juniors and their families with valuable information regarding the college search, admissions process, financial aid, and more. Please keep a lookout for more information in the December Parent eNews.

NEW! 101 Strategy Sessions Webinar | Sunday, January 8, 2023 from 4 - 6 p.m.

We invite students to join Revolution Prep for a strategy session to practice for the official ACT! This free two-hour session is designed to give students insight into the ACT exam as well as provide tips and tricks for test day. In this session, one of our professional tutors will teach core test-taking strategies including a dive into the exam content and structure, how to avoid common traps, and how to create the best plan for success.

Click here to register for the webinar.

NEW! ACT and SAT Practice Exams | Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 8 a.m. - noon

With all the test-optional buzz in the industry, many parents have questioned whether their child should take and submit the SAT and/or ACT. What we've learned over the last two years is that students who submit good test scores are twice as likely to be admitted to selective colleges. Studies have shown that taking a practice test is the best way for students to preview what’s ahead and to help inform their decisions about submitting a test score in their college application.

Click here to register for the practice exams.

Click here to schedule a free 30-minute score report review with a Revolution Prep testing expert.

Next, attend the mock exam and get your results immediately with Revolution Prep’s mobile scoring app!

If you have questions or want to learn more about Revolution Prep, you can reach out to your dedicated Revolution Prep Academic Advisor Jaime Wareham at (412) 552-3532.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Applied Wellness Experiences Under Stress | The Applied Wellness Program entrusts students to navigate their schedule and sign up for an experience each week. We understand that this program entails students to be personally accountable, take ownership of their schedule, and actively practice time management.

When students are faced with busy weeks, we want them to lean into Applied Wellness even more and not look at it as the one thing to remove from their day. We encourage them to practice honoring their own self care in times of stress. All experiences for the week are viewable the Friday prior so students can make educated decisions about the type of break they would like to participate in moving ahead. During a typical school week students have four days they can engage in a wellness break so there is ample time to study beyond the requirement.

Students should be mindful to communicate with Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93, as soon as possible if there is a valid reason for missing an experience, such as illness. An alternative requirement can be discussed if needed.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Dasher Dialogue | Friday, November 11

The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council will be hosting a Dasher Dialogue on Friday. They will lead students in discussing navigating healthy relationships.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

NEW! DSHA Staff Name Change | Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander recently got married and has officially changed her name to Sarah Delaney. Her new email address is DelaneyS@dsha.info. Emails sent to her prior email address are still received by her.

Selecting Yearbook Photos | All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors need to view their school potraits on the VIP website and choose a yearbook photo. If an image is not selected by November 18, VIP will choose an image for you. To view your student's portraits, look for an email from Visual Image Photography or click the button below.

Click here to choose a yearbook photo.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

NEW! Next Parent Association Meeting | Tuesday, November 29 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior Fireside Lounge

Join us for the next Parent Association meeting!

Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.

NEW! TSC Appreciation Christmas Luncheon | Friday, December 9

The Parent Association is looking for donations of desserts (cookies, brownies, cupcakes, puppy chow, etc.) to serve at the TSC Appreciation Christmas Luncheon. Treats can be dropped off at the front office the week of December 5 for Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

NEW! Next Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, November 8 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Join us for the next PFAA meeting!

Questions? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon | Sunday, November 20

Join us for some holiday season fun at the historic downtown Milwaukee Pfister Hotel for Mass, brunch, and a Christmas gift giving program for daughters and mothers or special mother figures.

Click here to purchase tickets to Mother Daughter by November 9.

NEW! Save the Dates | More information coming soon!

Father Daughter Dinner Dance | Saturday, February 4, 2023
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11, 2023

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon General and Liturgical Help | Sunday, November 20
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11 | Our next auction planning committee meeting is Wednesday, November 9 at 6 p.m. at DSHA in the TSC Lounge. We’re still looking for chairs for our sponsorship and acquisitions committees. Join us to learn more!

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Delaney.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Tickets on Sale for DSHA's Fall Musical Sister Act!

This November, DSHA Theatre presents Sister Act. Based on the 1992 hit film, the story centers around disco star Deloris Van Cartier. After she witnesses a murder, she is placed where the cops won't find her — in a convent! Disguised as a nun, she uses her disco moves and powerhouse voice to breathe new life into the choir and church — and finds sisterhood in the process.

There are three performances left this upcoming weekend. Performances are both in-person and livestreamed. Tickets are available for both methods of viewing.

Click here to purchase your tickets.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	9/26 - 10/9	10/10 - 23	10/24 - 11/6	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	10	3	0	24
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	57	9	3	102
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	10	6	1	30
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	5	1	0	6
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

We had another quiet COVID reporting period. I am excited to announce that we had only one positive COVID case in the last two weeks.
Some neighboring counties to Milwaukee are now at high COVID levels, so we can expect to see more cases soon. COVID symptoms may be changing as the new variants grow in number.
Most common reported COVID symptoms have been sore throat, runny or congested nose, fatigue, or headache. Nausea is starting to be reported with more recent COVID cases. There has been an increase in students reporting stomach illness. Nausea, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, and occasionally diarrhea are being reported.
I have seen a reduced number of colds this reporting period. If your daughter has cold symptoms, please plan on testing for COVID. In the last couple of days we have had a couple of positive influenza cases.
If you were planning on your daughter getting a flu shot, it is not too late. Please consult your health care provider or local pharmacy.
COVID testing for students and staff is available Monday through Friday 8 - 11 a.m. by ACL Labs at DSHA.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

NEW! #GivingTuesday | Tuesday, November 29

This year, DSHA will celebrate #GivingTuesday on November 29, a global day of giving.

Alumnae, parents, and friends will be invited to participate by making gifts in support of our students through the DSHA Annual Fund. These gifts will support need-based scholarships, faculty who teach girls in the way they learn best, college-prep academics, faith formation opportunities, and all the things that make DSHA the #1 place for a young woman in Milwaukee. Every act of generosity counts. Together we give!

How can you show your support on #GivingTuesday?

Make a gift to DSHA.
Sign-up to be an advocate for DSHA by contacting Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller. An advocate is someone who makes a gift to DSHA on #GivingTuesday, spreads awareness to her/his peers during the day, and encourages others to join her/him in making a gift to DSHA.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.

ATHLETICS UPDATES

NEW! Volleyball Team WIAA D1 State Champions! | The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team finished their season on a high note making their first appearance at the WIAA D1 Girls Volleyball State Championship since 2017. On November 3, DSHA took on Middleton in the quarterfinals and won 25-9, 25-13, and 25-18. The school also sold the most tickets to this match and won the Run to the Resch competition bringing home a check for $1,000!

On November 4, the Dashers took on Appleton North in the semifinal match and defeated them 25-23, 25-17, and 25-14 to advance to the WIAA D1 State Championship match on November 5.

The Dashers faced the defending state champions Oconomowoc who had only lost one match all year to DSHA. The team came out on fire and won the first two sets 25-16, 25-16; however, Oconomowoc found their stride and took the next two sets 18-25, 18-25 to set up the fifth and deciding set. The set went back and forth until the Dashers pulled ahead and won 15-13 to capture the WIAA D1 State Championship — the fourth in school history and the first since back-to-back titles in 2014 and 2015. This is the second title under Varsity Volleyball Head Coach Caitie Ratkowski. Congratulations to the team! We are so very proud of you!

Jordan Czajkowski, DSHA '25, was nominated for Athlete of the Week by WisSports.net. Czajkowski set her teammates up for success all weekend and it led to DSHA capturing the state championship. In a 3-0 sweep of Middleton in the Division 1 quarterfinals, the sophomore setter had 37 assists, six digs, two aces, two kills, and one block. She added 22 assists, five digs, three blocks, one kill, and one ace in a 3-0 sweep of Appleton North in the semifinals. Czajkowski saved her best for last, and it was much needed in the championship showdown with Oconomowoc. She tallied 50 assists, 16 digs, four blocks, and a single kill as DSHA outlasted Oconomowoc to capture gold.

Click here to vote for her.

NEW! Swim and Dive Update | The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team competed in the WIAA Sectional with diving on November 4 and swimming on November 5 at Germantown. The team finished fourth out of 14 teams! Congratulations to those making it to the WIAA State Championship next Saturday, November 12 at Waukesha South Natatorium. Allison Brennan, DSHA '24, qualified for the diving championship which will take place at 9:30 a.m. The 200-yard medley relay made up of Chloe Rummel, DSHA '25; Lauren Correa, DSHA '24; Rose Kachelski, DSHA '24, and Maggie Brzezinski, DSHA '26, qualified for the swimming championship. Correa also qualified for the 100-yard breaststroke. Congratulations and good luck!

The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team celebrated Faith Friday on October 27. It was such a great way for the team to celebrate before heading into their conference tournament on October 29.

NEW! National Letter of Intent Signing | Wednesday, November 9 at 11:45 a.m.

The DSHA Athletic Department is proud to announce that Mack Doerr, DSHA '23, will sign her National Letter of Intent during late lunch in the Commons. Doerr will play field hockey at Boston College! Please come join in the celebration!

Basketball Tryouts | November 7 - 9

Below are the times for tryouts on November 7, 8, and 9:

Varsity Tryouts | 6 - 8 p.m.
JV 1 Tryouts | 5 - 7 p.m.
JV 2 Tryouts | 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Freshman Tryouts | 3:30 - 5 p.m.

All freshmen should attend the freshman/JV2 tryouts. All sophomores who did not play JV or Varsity last year should attend the JV1 tryouts. All returning varsity players, all players who played JV last year, and all juniors and seniors should attend the Varsity tryouts. After the first day, players may be asked to attend a different tryout time. Coaches will let the girls know at the end of practice if they need to come at a different time the next day.

Ice Hockey Tryouts | Monday, November 7

Ice Hockey tryouts begin Monday, November 7 at the University School Milwaukee ice rink. There will be a team meeting at 5:15 p.m. in the locker room with on-ice practice starting at 6:25 p.m.

Please let Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell know if you are planning to play so we can check your paperwork and send it to USM. In addition, please contact Coach Dan Carey if you are planning to play.

Ski Team Dryland Training Begins | Tuesday, November 8

The DSHA Varsity Ski team dryland training begins on November 8 in the DSHA Fitness Center with Coach McKeever from 3:15-4:15 p.m. Dryland training will run every Tuesday and Thursday until we can get on the slopes for practice.　

Gymnastics Begins | Monday, November 7

Gymnastics practices begin Monday, November 7 at West Allis Hale. Those interested should have attended the mandatory meeting for gymnastics at West Allis Hale. If you did not, and are still interested, please contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

NEW! American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) All Region Team | Congratulations to Bella Lipski, DSHA '23, on being selected to the AVCA All Region Team for Region 6!

Click here to see the All Region Team for Region 6.

NEW! Greater Metro Conference Scholar Athlete Award Winners | The following girls have been named Greater Metro Conference Scholar Athlete award winners. To receive this award, the student-athlete must be a junior or senior varsity award winner with a 3.5 or above cumulative GPA. Congratulations to the following girls who have met that criteria this fall:

Cross Country | Olivia Campbell, DSHA '24; Maura Foy, DSHA '23; Maggie Gavahan, DSHA '23; Lily Janish, DSHA '23; Annie Larsen, DSHA '24; Nora McCormick, DSHA '23; Abby Quesnell, DSHA '24; Julia Rentmeester, DSHA '23; Haddon Russell, DSHA '23; Anne Scheidt, DSHA '24; Mae Scheuing, DSHA '23; Ruby Thatcher, DSHA '23; Trinity White, DSHA '23
Field Hockey | Anna Falci, DSHA '23; Charlotte Fetherston, DSHA '24; Megan Kelroy, DSHA '23; Kali Keikow, DSHA '24; Eleanor Langenfeld, DSHA '24; Morgan Mackey, DSHA '23; Maddie Mahoney, DSHA '23; Lizzy McDevitt, DSHA '23; Caroline McGartland, DSHA '23; Maggie Murphy, DSHA '24; Ada Rebholz '24; Jayda Thomas, DSHA '23; Madison Wied, DSHA '23
Golf | Kate Krueger, DSHA '24; Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23
Rugby | Evelyn Coffou, DSHA '24; Payton Corr, DSHA 24; Tobie Dahm, DSHA '23; Katie Duffy, DSHA '23; Meghan Finerty, DSHA '24; Mary Foy, DSHA '23; Ellie Gonzales, DSHA '23; Yesenia Morales, DSHA '23; Flannery O’Keef, DSHA '24; Greta Rehmann, DSHA '24; Megan Reilly, DSHA '23; Jane Retzer, DSHA '23; Mary Setliff, DSHA '24; Madison Turcinovic, DSHA '24; Meghan Walsh, DSHA '24
Swimming and Diving | Caroline Arciszewski, DSHA '23; Allison Brennan, DSHA '24; Lauren Correa, DSHA '24; Heather Groppi, DSHA '24; Rose Kachelski, DSHA '24; Lucy Kohen, DSHA '24; Lilly Langhoff, DSHA '23
Tennis | Joan Barry, DSHA '23; Elizabeth Clemence, DSHA '24; Kelly Coury, DSHA '23; Molly Jex, DSHA '24; Lily Littrell, DSHA '24; Carolyn Schaefer, DSHA '24; Mara Stockhausen, DSHA '23
Volleyball | Sofia Anderson, DSHA '23; Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Lilly Cesarz, DSHA '24; Ellie Connor, DSHA '23; Olivia deGuzman, DSHA '23; Caroline Harris, DSHA '24; Hannah Jochman, DSHA '24; Ava Kharitou, DSHA '24; Addy Leffler, DSHA '24; Bella Lipski, DSHA '23; Nadia Perkovich, DSHA '24; Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

Dasher Athletics Updates | October 31, 2022
Monday, October 31

Dear DSHA Community,
We have been sharing athletic news with you all semester, from fall season updates and team service projects, to Faith Friday Mass intentions and senior nights. We have so much to celebrate!
As we wrap up the fall athletic season and move into the winter athletic season, the following email covers:
- State Volleyball Student Ticket Options
- Winter Athletics Tryout Information
- On-Going Fall Season News
- State Championships to Celebrate!
- And Fall Athletics Recaps
Go Dashers!

Student Ticket Options + Thursday Schedule | If 200 students purchase tickets to attend Thursday's volleyball state tournament game tomorrow, November 1, at DSHA, we will modify our school day on Thursday to accommodate attendance in support of the volleyball team. The premise is that if nearly a third of our student body is not in attendance November 3, this would be instructionally disruptive.
If we sell 200 tickets, Thursday will become an academic morning focused on getting extra help from teachers, on making up outstanding tests or quizzes, completing & submitting missing assignments, writing papers, etc. Faculty will be present beginning at 7:35 a.m. and any faculty not attending the game will be present until there are no students in the building for academic support. Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield will be working with Student Services and faculty to determine any students who will be required to come to DSHA to get extra help, to complete and submit missing assignments, make up tests/quizzes, etc.
Tickets to Thursday's game are $11. If students plan to ride the bus to and from the game, the bus ride is $19 in addition to the cost of the game ticket.

Winter Athletics Tryout Information
Basketball Tryouts | November 7 - 9
Below are the times for tryouts on November 7, 8, and 9:
Varsity Tryouts | 6 - 8 p.m.
JV 1 Tryouts | 5 - 7 p.m.
JV 2 Tryouts | 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Freshman Tryouts | 3:30 - 5 p.m.

All freshmen should attend the freshman/JV2 tryouts. All sophomores who did not play JV or Varsity last year should attend the JV1 tryouts. All returning varsity players, all players who played JV last year, and all juniors and seniors should attend the Varsity tryouts. After the first day, players may be asked to attend a different tryout time. Coaches will let the girls know at the end of practice if they need to come at a different time the next day.
We have open gyms which will allow athletes to practice skills prior to tryouts. Everyone is welcome to attend. Open gyms will take place on November 1, 2, and 3 after school from 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Ice Hockey Tryouts | November 7

Ice Hockey tryouts begin Monday, November 7 at the University School Milwaukee ice rink. There will be a team meeting at 5:15 p.m. in the locker room with on-ice practice starting at 6:25 p.m.
Please let Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell know if you are planning to play so we can check your paperwork and send it to USM. In addition, please contact Coach Dan Carey if you are planning to play.
A DSHA team/parent meeting will be on Sunday, November 6. Time and location to be confirmed.
Ski Team Dryland Training Begins | November 8

The DSHA Varsity Ski team dryland training begins on November 8 in the DSHA Fitness Center with Coach McKeever from 3:15-4:15 p.m. Dryland training will run every Tuesday and Thursday until we can get on the slopes for practice.
On-Going Fall Season News
Varsity Volleyball Team Headed to State!
The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team finished with an 8-0 conference record to win the Greater Metro Conference Championship and have been ranked no. 2 in the state. The team had a bye the first round of the WIAA Regional and defeated Whitefish Bay on Saturday, October 22 to win the WIAA Regional Championship! On October 27, the team defeated Germantown in the WIAA sectional semi-final game. They then defeated Sussex Hamilton in the sectional final on October 29 to take home the WIAA Sectional Championship and win a trip to the WIAA State Tournament. They will take on Middleton in the quarterfinals of the state tournament on Thursday, November 3 at 1 p.m. in Green Bay. Best of luck!
The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team celebrated senior night on October 11. The team defeated Brookfield Central and had a great tribute before the match. Thanks to Sofia Anderson, DSHA '23; Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Ellie Connor, DSHA '23; Olivia deGuzman, DSHA '23; Bella Lipski, DSHA '23, and manager Maddie Kitowski, DSHA '23, for all of your contributions over the last four years!
Congratulations to deGuzman and Lipski, who were named to the 2022 American Volleyball Coaches Association's Best and Brightest First Team! Students on this team earned a 3.8 GPA or above during their junior year.
The volleyball teams volunteered to help with the Special Olympics of Wisconsin volleyball tournament on Sunday, October 23. The DSHA volleyball players helped the tournament by line judging, score keeping ,and cheering the athletes on while they played. It was a great experience for the DSHA volleyball players to share the love and excitement of the game with the Special Olympic athletes.

Swim and Dive Update | The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team competed in the Greater Metro Conference Championships on Saturday, October 29 at Wauwatosa East and took 5th place. The team will now compete in the WIAA Sectional at Germantown High School. The diving sectional will take place on November 4 and the swimming sectional will take place on November 5. Good luck!
The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team celebrated senior night on October 13 at Germantown. Thanks to swimmers Caroline Arciszewski, DSHA '23; Trinity Beslic, DSHA '23; and Emily Brzezinski, DSHA '23, as well as divers Lily Langhoff, DSHA '23, and Paige Spicka, DSHA '23. Thanks for all of your contributions over the last four years!
State Championships to Celebrate!
Field Hockey Wins State Championship!
The DSHA Varsity Field Hockey team wrapped up their regular season on October 6, finishing their season 12-0 to win the Wisconsin High School Field Hockey Association (WHSFHA) Conference Championship! The team then moved on to the WHSFHA State Tournament. The first round of the tournament began on Monday, October 10 and DSHA earned a bye. The team then moved on to the semi-final game on Wednesday, October 12 at Uihlein Soccer Park and defeated University School Milwaukee 5-0 to move on to the championship game on Saturday, October 15 at Uihlein Soccer Park. They defeated Arrowhead 4-0 to capture the WHSFHA State Championship! It was a record-breaking season — the first undefeated hockey season in school history! Congratulations!
Tennis Doubles Team Wins State Championship!
The DSHA Varsity Tennis team sent singles players Carolyn Schaefer, DSHA '24, Madi Guillermo, DSHA '25, the doubles team of Joan Barry, DSHA '23, and Kelly Coury, DSHA '23, and the doubles team of Molly Jex, DSHA '24, and Lizzie Stuckslager, DSHA '26, to the WIAA Individual Tennis State Championship on October 13-15 at the Nielsen Stadium on the UW-Madison campus. Schaefer finished 7th in the singles tournament and Jex and Stuckslager who were seeded 4th won the doubles championship! What a great accomplishment! Congratulations!
The Varsity Tennis team tied for third at the WIAA Team State Tennis tournament held October 21 and 22 at the Nielsen Stadium on the UW-Madison campus. The team was the no. 3 seed and defeated Notre Dame Academy 6-1 on Friday night. They then lost to Middleton 2-5 to tie for third place marking the end of a fantastic season. We are so proud of all they accomplished this season!

The tennis teams did their service project with ACEing Autism, a non-profit organization that connects clients with autism to the sport of tennis. The team helped clients learn the game of tennis by feeding balls, teaching racquet skills, playing games with them to help with eye-hand coordination, and engaged socially with clients and volunteers. The team used positive reinforcement as clients learned to actively use their bodies to learn tennis skills.

Rugby A Team Wins State!
The first round of Wisconsin Girls' Rugby State Tournament took place on Saturday, October 22 at the Wisconsin Rugby Sports Complex in Cottage Grove. The DSHA Rugby A team took on Brookfield and defeated them 34-0. The DSHA Rugby B team took on Muskego and won 54-31. Both teams competed in the state championship games on Sunday, October 30 at the Milwaukee Sports Complex. The DSHA Rugby A team defeated Sussex Hamilton 36-26 to win the state championship! The DSHA Rugby B team fell to Catholic Memorial 17-35 to take 6th place in the tournament.
Fall Athletics Recaps
Golf Update | The DSHA Varsity Golf team took second in the WIAA Sectional Championship match on October 4 which qualified them as a team to compete in the WIAA State Championship tournament on October 10 and 11 at University Ridge for the first time in 11 years! The team battled both days and finished in 10th place overall. Ava Roesch, DSHA '26, finished tied for 30th place overall with a combined score of 166. Kate Krueger, DSHA '24, finished 32nd with a combined score of 168. Congratulations on a great showing!
The Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin (GCAW) announced that Krueger, Caitlin Organ, DSHA '23, and Hannah Strachota, DSHA '25, were named academic all-state honorees for the recently concluded fall 2022 girls golf season, receiving a designation of high honors. In addition, Emma Bruckman, DSHA '24, is an honoree with a designation of honors. To receive this designation, student-athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25, participated in at least 75% of their team’s matches, and are in grades 10-12. These four Dashers are student-athletes who serve as a great example to others, proving that academic and athletic successes are not mutually exclusive. Congratulations on a great accomplishment!
Cross Country Update | The DSHA Varsity Cross Country team competed in the Greater Metro Conference Championship race on Saturday, October 15 at Mitchell Park in Brookfield and finished in fourth place out of 9 teams. Ava Johnsen, DSHA '26, came in first at the varsity conference meet. The varsity team competed in their sectional race on Saturday, October 22. The team finished in 4th place overall. Congratulations on another great season!
The JV GMC championship race also took place on Saturday, October 15 at Mitchell Park and the team finished in second place. Maggie Gavahan, DSHA '23, came in first at the meet.
The cross country teams held a food drive for the food pantry at Mother of Good Counsel as their team service project this fall. They collected 45 cans of food!

Faith Friday Intentions for Athletic Teams | The volleyball teams celebrated Faith Friday on October 14 while the rugby teams celebrated on October 21. The swim and dive team celebrated Faith Friday on October 27. It is such a great way for the teams to share their faith together during the school day.
For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.
State Volleyball Student Ticket Options

Dear DSHA Community,

We have had quite a successful fall sports season! Rugby won the state championship last evening. Congratulations rugby! The field hockey team and our tennis doubles teams won state championships! The fall season continues Thursday, November 3, at 1:00 p.m. when our varsity volleyball team plays Middleton at the Ruesch Center in Green Bay.

Sale: Game and bus tickets for Thursday’s game to be sold on Tuesday, November 1 here at DSHA

Option One:
WIAA State Volleyball Tickets: $11
Bus Transportation: $19
Permission Slips: A State Volleyball Bus permission slip (linked below) signed by a parent must be turned in when tickets are purchased.
Note: Checks payable to DSHA. Cash in exact amount of $30 appreciated.

Option Two:
WIAA State Volleyball Tickets: $11
Permission Slips: A State Volleyball Driving permission slip (linked below) signed by a parent must be turned in when tickets are purchased.
Note: Checks payable to DSHA. Cash in exact amount of $11 appreciated.

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity!- Psalm 133:1
If 200 students purchase tickets tomorrow here at school, we will modify our school day on Thursday to accommodate attendance in support of the volleyball team. The premise is that if nearly 1/3^rd of our student body is not in attendance November 2^nd, this would be instructionally disruptive.

If we sell 200 tickets, Thursday will become an academic morning focused on getting extra help from teachers, on making up outstanding tests or quizzes, completing & submitting missing assignments, writing papers, etc. Faculty will be present beginning at 7:35 am and any faculty not attending the game will be present until there are no students in the building for academic support. Dr. Heather Mansfield will be working with Student Services and faculty to determine any students who will be required to come to DSHA to get extra help, to complete and submit missing assignments, make up tests/quizzes, etc.

Sale: Bus tickets for Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 will be sold on Wednesday, November 2

Note: If the girls do not advance to play on Friday or Saturday, money collected for the bus will be returned to students.

Friday, November 4:
WIAA State Volleyball Tickets: $11 sold online ONLY
Bus Transportation: $20
Permission Slips: A State Volleyball Bus FRIDAY permission slip (linked below) signed by a parent must be turned in when tickets are purchased. Students driving to Green Bay do not need a permission slip.
Note: Checks payable to DSHA. Cash in exact amount of $20 appreciated.

Saturday, November 5:
WIAA State Volleyball Tickets: $11 sold online ONLY
Bus Transportation: $20
Permission Slips: A State Volleyball Bus SATURDAY permission slip (linked below) signed by a parent must be turned in when tickets are purchased. Students driving to Green Bay do not need a permission slip.
Note: Checks payable to DSHA. Cash in exact amount of $20 appreciated.

All of this information was shared with students this afternoon and girls were encouraged to pick up permissions slips before leaving today. Questions about game or bus tickets can be sent to Maureen Stowell at StowellM@dsha.info.

Sincerely,
Dan Quesnell
Principal

State Volleyball Bus Friday
State Volleyball Bus Saturday
State Volleyball Bus Thursday
State Volleyball Driving Thursday

DSHA Parent eNews | October 24, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, October 24

Dear DSHA Community,

Fr. Mike Bertram, a Capuchin priest who is the pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, and the ministry director at St. Ben’s Community Meal and House of Peace, presided Friday over another packed optional Faith Friday Mass in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel.

Fr. Bertram began Mass by thanking the girls for attending optional liturgy. In addition, he thanked the freshman group who, during Freshman Retreat & Service Day last week, served at St. Ben’s and the House of Peace. He also recognized the students who spent two weeks there for Vocare last spring.

DSHA's retreat season kicked off last week with Freshman Retreat & Service Day followed by our first two sophomore retreats at the beginning of this week. These are wonderful examples for how we are living out our collaboration theme this year: How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Retreats take incredible effort by the adult leaders, student coordinators, student small group leaders, and students behind-the-scenes to bring students closer to God. More than 70 juniors and seniors who help plan and lead retreat were examples of faith and dedication to all. Faith is important in our families; this was evident by the number of freshman parents who turned out for the Freshman Retreat Mass.

The goal of Freshman Retreat is to encourage students to "Take Flight" in their faith, and the sophomore retreat theme is "Through the Turbulence." We collaborate as school and parents to plant seeds of faith so we might attain unity with God in heaven!

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

Parent Education: Fall 2022 Series

THIS WEEK! October 25 Presentation | Come and hear DSHA Children’s Licensed Professional Counselor Lauren Green, LPC, speak about the trends she’s seeing in her office related to creating healthy independence with your teen. She will provide education in the developmental stage of your student as well as some tips and tricks to help foster independence while still maintaining a healthy parent/guardian role. The presentation will take place from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the DSHA Commons.

Junior Activity and Interview Day l Friday, November 4

Junior Day Activity and Interview Day was created to give the junior class an opportunity to enjoy the company of their peers, celebrate the transition to becoming upperclasswomen, pray together, and take time from their busy schedule to have a little fun. The day starts with the class sharing breakfast together in the Quad. An inspirational reflection activity will be completed in the Quad before we move to the Mother of Our Savior Chapel for a prayer service.

For the afternoon portion of the day, the juniors will participate in a 25-minute interview process with a member of the DSHA community centered around her growth in the Qualities of the DSHA Graduate. Opposite her interview, girls will have the opportunity to engage in other college and career development activities. Dashers will be dismissed around 2:45 p.m.

Freshmen, sophomores, and seniors have no classes on November 4.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! National Merit Scholarship Program | The National Merit Scholarship Program has announced that Kate Hemsworth, DSHA '23, was named a National Merit Semi-Finalist. Morgan Mackey, DSHA '23; Audrey McCormick, DSHA '23; and Mae Scheuing, DSHA '23, were announced as commended students.

The National Merit Scholarship Program recognizes students for excellent performance on the PSAT their junior year. Kate will be continuing in the scholarship program and may become a finalist. Commended students are recognized for their excellent performance on the PSAT but do not continue in the scholarship program.

NEW! Changes to Microsoft Teams Streaming for Students with COVID | Beginning November 1, for any student who is absent due to COVID protocol, we will not be universally streaming classes. Teachers will stream by their discretion for classes involving a demonstration, lab, or some other activity. Teachers will continue to post pertinent information on their myDSHA course pages.

Any student absent for any reason (illness, sports, college visit, etc.), should:

1. Check out her classes’ myDSHA pages for any handouts, power points, homework assignments, and other course materials/information.

2. Communicate with her teachers via email and Microsoft Teams to check in about making up missed work and to set up a time to meet in person upon her return.

NEW! Dr. Lisa Damour Recorded Parent Presentation | If you missed the October 13 parent presentation by Dr. Lisa Damour, you can watch the Zoom recording by logging into myDSHA and going to the Parent Resources tab.

NEW! Department Release Day | Wednesday, November 2

In place of their world language courses on November 2, all students will participate in discussion around collaborative civil discourse. We will be asking girls who do not take a world language and have a study hall or applied wellness to also participate. This is being timed in advance of the mid-term elections and are guidelines we expect our students to employ in classrooms, social settings, and online. We are sharing the guidelines here for you to reinforce at home. Our collaborative civil discourse guidelines are rooted in our Catholic faith, the charism of the Sisters of the Divine Savior, and scripture.

Click here for the civil discourse guidelines.

NEW! Science Faculty Stacey Strandberg Published in American Biology Teacher Journal | Science Faculty and Department Chair Stacey Strandberg published an article entitled Autopolyploidy and Allopolyploidy Card Sort: Investigating Chromosomal Errors That Lead to Symptomatic Speciation in the Volume 84, No.8, October 2022 issue of the American Biology Teacher Journal.

Click here to read the article.

To access this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Campus Ministry Calendar | Tuesday, November 1 - Friday, November 11

Tuesday, November 1 | All Saints' Day All-School Mass
Wednesday, November 2 | Eucharistic Adoration in the Mother our Our Savior Chapel
Thursday, November 3 | Collection Day & PB & J Ministry
Monday, November 7 | Bible Study Applied Wellness experience
Friday, November 11 | Faith Friday Mass and Veterans Day speaker

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! College Early Action Deadline | Many colleges have their early action deadlines and other special deadlines on November 1. It is recommended that students submit their application before November 1 for those specific deadlines to avoid any technology errors. Students applying for early action should have submitted a half-sheet to the College Counseling Center last week. These half-sheets tell us where to submit student transcripts.

NEW! College Early Decision Deadline | If your daughter is applying early decision (binding admission decision that requires parent, student, and counselor waiver) and you have not received an email from Director of College Couseling Kristin Shea regarding that early decision, please contact her to complete all paperwork prior to the school's early decision deadline.

Naviance | DSHA uses Naviance for student career and college data. Explore Naviance for college exploration, visits, admissions, and more. Students are the only ones with log-ins and passwords. We encourage students and parents to interact on Naviance together.

Click here to access Naviance.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

Applied Wellness Communications | There are several ways we communicate about Applied Wellness to students:

The Applied Wellness Program requirements and app can be found on the Applied Wellness myDSHA page.
Requirement information is placed in the back of the student planner.
The weekly Student Need to Know and the Applied Wellness Microsoft Teams page contains information important to the functioning of the program, as well as information about new incentive programs or visiting guest facilitators and field trips.
Feel free to check our Instagram @dshaappliedwellness and see the fun happening in our program.

Registered Dietitians Experience | Two registered dietitians will be facilitating experiences for our students on certain Tuesdays and Wednesdays to discuss a variety of nutrition-based topics. Students should check their application each week to secure a spot, as they are limited.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

Dasher Dialogue Wrap-Up | On Friday, the DSHA Student Diversity and Inclusion Council hosted the first Dasher Dialogue of the school year. Students were welcome to listen and share their thoughts about cultural appropriation and microaggressions during the lunch hour.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

SPECIAL EVENTS

Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon | Sunday, November 20

Join us for some holiday season fun at the historic downtown Milwaukee Pfister Hotel for Mass, brunch, and a Christmas gift giving program for daughters and mothers or special mother figures.

Click here to purchase tickets by November 9.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon General and Liturgical Help | Sunday, November 20
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11 | Our next auction planning committee meeting is Wednesday, November 9 at 6 p.m. at DSHA. We’re still looking for chairs for our sponsorship and acquisitions committees. Join us to learn more!

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Tickets on Sale for DSHA's Fall Musical Sister Act

Performances are in-person and will be also livestreamed. Tickets are available for both methods of viewing.

Click here to purchase tickets.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Selecting Yearbook Photos & Picture Retakes | Retakes on Thursday, October 27 from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. in the DSHA Commons

Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who have not yet taken a yearbook photo or have reported a need for a new picture should stop in the DSHA Commons on Thursday.

All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors need to view their school portraits on the VIP website and choose a yearbook photo. If an image is not selected by November 10, VIP will choose an image for you. Retake photos will be added to the student's online image gallery next week. To view your student's portraits, look for an email from Visual Image Photography or click the button below.

Click here to choose a yearbook photo.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	9/12 - 25	9/26 - 10/9	10/10 - 23	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	3	10	3	24
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	20	57	9	99
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	6	10	6	29
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	5	1	6
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! COVID Numbers Low | We ended the two-week reporting period as “COVID quiet.” We had a few days with multiple positives, but our numbers remain low.

NEW! Change to School Testing Protocol | Per guidelines from the Wisconsin State Department of Health and Safety, the COVID testing lab will not automatically do both a PCR and rapid test on students. Students who are asymptomatic and test negative on a rapid test will not have the PCR run. If she wants to have the PCR run, she must ask for it. All symptomatic students and staff will have both PCR and rapid testing. School Nurse Patti Hughes encourages PCR testing for anyone who is exposed.

The DSHA lab hours for students and staff are Monday - Friday from 8 - 11 a.m.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

Give to the DSHA Annual Fund | Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school. Each year, all members of the DSHA community are called upon to make an unrestricted, tax-deductible contribution. The DSHA Annual Fund helps cover the gap between tuition and the cost of a DSHA education. Gifts to the fund supply vitally important revenue for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve our mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart, and intellect.

This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.

Help us reach our goal by making a gift today.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.

ATHLETIC UPDATES

Stay tuned for an email coming later this week with updates about the fall season including state championship victories in the individual tennis championship and the field hockey state tournament.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DSHA Parent eNews | October 10, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, October 10

Dear DSHA Community,

Alumnae Weekend, which took place September 30 - October 2, is filled with numerous opportunities for graduates of Holy Angels Academy, Divine Savior High School, and Divine Savior Holy Angels High School to re-engage with classmates as well as their high school. It serves as a great insight for current Dashers to help them realize that the relationships between friends and teachers and the sense of belonging they feel today will last for years to come.

On Friday, September 30 during assembly time, the student body heard from Judie Dalum Taylor, DSHA ‘87, President & CEO of Enterforce & Dueco Safecurity, LLC, and Lissa deGuzman, DSHA ‘12, Broadway and national-touring actress, currently playing the lead role of Elphaba in Wicked the Musical, now running in Chicago. They were presented with the Alumna of the Year and Young Alumna of the Year awards, respectively. Each alumna had a chance to respond to several questions. Thematically, both conveyed parallel lines of “grown-up” advice. Each honoree talked in gratitude for their parents, for their high school friends, and for DSHA. Each talked about how their faith, confidence, and passions grew at DSHA. They both referenced DSHA teachers who made a difference in their lives.

These will be our daughters someday — role models for the next generation of Dashers. It is a good reminder that in our student's lives, seeds of faith are germinating, confidence is growing, passions are forming, and their parents and teachers are making a difference.

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

NEW! Tickets on Sale for DSHA's Fall Musical Sister Act

Performances are in-person and will be also livestreamed. Tickets are available for both methods of viewing.

Click here to purchase your tickets.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

Parent-Teacher Conferences | Tuesday, October 11 from 5:15 – 8:15 p.m. and Wednesday, October 12 from 4:15 – 6:45 p.m.

Conferences will take place via Zoom. Sign-up slots to meet with faculty members were sent in an email to parents in late September.

These staff members still have slots left:

School Counselor Janet Como (Students with last names starting in H - O)
School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik (Students with last names starting in P - W)
Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea
Student Accommodation & Assessment Coordinator Chris Skogg
Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93

PSAT Testing Day | Wednesday, October 12

Sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT. The PSAT is good practice for both the ACT and SAT standardized tests. The National Merit Scholarship Program is awarded based on performance on the PSAT during junior year.

Sophomores and juniors |Arrive at DSHA at 7:45 a.m. The test will begin promptly at 8 a.m. The test typically finishes between 11 - 11:30 a.m. Students can be out of uniform for the test and should bring their calculator.
Freshmen | No classes on October 12.
Seniors | No classes on October 12. This is a good day for seniors to work on college applications.

NEW! Parent Education: Fall 2022 Series | Presentations & Parent Book Clubs

THIS WEEK! October 13 Zoom Presentation | We are excited to bring Dr. Lisa Damour, clinical psychologist and author of New York Times best seller Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls to DSHA.

Dr. Damour will present to parents on Zoom from noon – 1 p.m. this week on Thursday, October 13. She will also present to students during the October 13 assembly time and to faculty and staff from 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.

Click here to join the parent conversation on Zoom.

October 25 Presentation | Come and hear DSHA Children’s Licensed Professional Counselor Lauren Green, LPC, speak about the trends she’s seeing in her office related to creating healthy independence with your teen. She will provide education in the developmental stage of your student as well as some tips and tricks to help foster independence while still maintaining a healthy parent/guardian role. The presentation will take place from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the DSHA Commons.

Parent Book Clubs

Fat Luther, Slim Pickins: A Black Catholic Celebration of Faith, Tradition and Diversity by Marcia Lane-McGee and Shannon Wimp Schmidt | Facilitated by Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze. See the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Updates section for specifics.
Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls by Dr. Lisa Damour | Facilitated by Director of Student Services Maria Schram and Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield. Registration is closed.
A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women edited by Corynne Staresinic | Facilitated by Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson. Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson if interested.

Sophomore Risk Behavior Night for Students and Parents | Wednesday, October 19 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

This presentation will focus on behaviors that tend to rise during the high school years, what to watch out for, and how you can support your daughter throughout her years at DSHA. Children's Wisconsin mental health professional Julie Bremer will be presenting to families at this event.

Junior Activity and Interview Day l Friday, November 4

Freshmen, sophomores, and seniors have no classes on November 4.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

Accreditation Parent Surveys | Please engage in our three Cognia accreditation surveys, a key part of our 2022 – 2023 accreditation process. The results are anonymous, and all parent surveys are analyzed by our Academic & Student Life Committee of the DSHA Board of Directors. The three surveys are vital to our improvement process. It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete all three.

Every five years, DSHA goes through a year-long review, study, evaluation, and analysis of its institutional effectiveness and success at meeting national accreditation standards and benchmarks. Cognia is our accreditation body and a Cognia team will be engaging in a thorough review of our school this year, culminating with a visit in the spring. Students, faculty, staff, and parents are being surveyed on several aspects of DSHA to gather as much feedback and insights as possible. We want to look for things we can celebrate and things on which we can improve, so please help us identify our strengths and challenges.

Click here to take the climate and culture survey.
Click here to take the family survey.
Click here to Catholic identity program effectiveness survey.

To access this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Mathematics Department Release Day | Wednesday, October 19

In place of their mathematics courses on October 19, all students will take the student version of the Cognia accreditation surveys and the first quarter check-in survey.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Campus Ministry Calendar | Monday, October 10 - Friday, October 21

Monday, October 10 & Tuesday, October 11 | Rosary Walk Applied Wellness experience option
Thursday, October 13 | Freshman Retreat Preview
Friday, October 14 | Spanish Faith Friday Mass with Conchas after Mass
Sunday, October 16 & Monday, October 17 | Freshman Retreat & Service Day
Thursday, October 20 | Collection Day and PB & J Ministry
Friday, October 21 | Faith Friday Mass with Speaker Anne Haines, DSHA past parent and executive director of the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House

NEW! March for Life Trip | January 19 - 21, 2023 in Washington, D.C.

Applications for the 2023 March for Life trip are now available. This 3-day, 2-night trip is a whirlwind of prayer, advocacy, and life-changing memories. We will fly out on the morning of Thursday, January 19 and return on the afternoon of Saturday, January 21. The application was sent out in an email to students. Applications are due Thursday, October 13.

Questions about March for Life? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

NEW! October Collection | The Service Team and Respect Life co-curriculars are sponsoring a Women’s Wellness Special Collection all month. Students are asked to bring in diapers, wipes, and period products to support Women’s Care Centers, local pantries, and outreach organizations. Collection boxes are located in the Quad. Thank you for your generosity!

NEW! The University of Notre Dame Glee Club Concert | Sunday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Jude the Apostle Parish

The University of Notre Dame Glee Club be performing classical sacred and secular music, spirituals, folk songs, and songs of Notre Dame.

Click here for more information.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Financial Aid Night Follow-Up | Thank you to all who were able to attend the financial aid information night on October 5. If you missed the evening's program, the presentation in English and Spanish is available on the DSHA College Counseling webpage. A folder containing information sheets from the evening's presentation is available for pickup in Student Services.

Click here to view the presentation in English.
Click here to view the presentation in Spanish.

October College Visits at DSHA for Juniors and Seniors | Details about college visits can be found on Naviance.

Milwaukee Area Technical College
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Rhode Island School of Design
Creighton University
Loyola University Chicago
Washington University in St Louis
Xavier University
Bucknell University
Maryland Institute College of Art
United States Naval Academy
University of Denver
Denison University
Viterbo University
Saint Louis University
Lawrence University
Lake Forest College
Georgetown University
Savannah College of Art & Design - SCAD
Seattle University
University of St. Thomas
Providence College
Brandeis University
University of Dallas
Saint John's University (with College of Saint Benedict)
College of the Holy Cross
Ripon College
Saint Vincent College

Upcoming Events for Juniors and Seniors | Please note the following events:

FINAL REMINDER: Virtual ACT Practice Test | October 15 at 8 a.m. | Juniors and seniors.
Click here to see the event flyer and registration information.
Click here to hear about the benefits of an ACT practice test.
Virtual ACT 101 Webinar | October 26 from 7 - 9 p.m.| Juniors and seniors.
Click here to see the event flyer and registration information.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Applied Wellness Program Communications | There are several ways we communicate to students about the Applied Wellness Program:

The student's Applied Wellness myDSHA page includes all requirement information and the link to access the customized app.
Requirement information is placed in the back of the student planner.
The weekly Student Need to Know and the Applied Wellness Microsoft Teams page is used to share anything important to the functioning of the program, as well as share any new incentive programs or visiting guest facilitators and field trips.
Feel free to check our Instagram @dshappliedwellness and see the fun happening in our program.

NEW! Registered Dietitian Experience | Beginning this week, we will be hosting two registered dietitians who will be facilitating experiences for our students on certain Tuesdays and Wednesdays to discuss a variety of nutrition-based topics. Students should check their application each week to secure a spot, as they are limited.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Fall Parent Education Series | Parent Book Club | October - February from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Student Services Conference Room

DSHA is offering three parent book clubs this fall. (See Fall Parent Education Series section for additional titles.) One of our optional parent book clubs is reading Fat Luther, Slim Pickin's: A Black Catholic Celebration of Faith, Tradition, and Diversity written by Marcia Lane McGee and Shannon Wimp Schmidt. The group will meet four times on Tuesdays:

October 25 (discussing chapters 1-2)
November 22 (discussing chapters 3-4)
January 24 (discussing chapters 5-7)
February 28 (discussing chapters 8-10)

Parents who are interested in joining should contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogue | Friday, October 21

On Friday, October 21, the Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will host a Dasher Dialogue focused on the topic of cultural appropriation.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

Rescheduled October PFAA Meeting | Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

This change has been made so parents and PFAA members can attend the Fall Concert featuring the Angelaires and the DSHA Orchestra on October 10 at 7 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre.

Questions about the PFAA? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

NEW! PFAA Spotlight | PFAA Volunteer Liaison and Raffle Coordinator Martha Connelly, mother of Ella Connelly, DSHA '24

“It has been a pleasure to be part of the PFAA for the last several years. Joining the PFAA was a great way to meet an awesome group of DSHA parents. We all know it takes a village to raise a child, and I have learned that it takes an army of volunteers to make a show come to life in the theatre. The PFAA members get to help make these shows possible. It is so much fun to connect with other parents while we help off stage so our kids can use their God given talents to shine on stage.”

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

DSHA 8th Grade Open House | Sunday, October 23 | Current parent volunteers are still needed! Come and share your passion for DSHA with eighth graders and their families as they look to find the best high school option for their daughters!
Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon | Sunday, November 20 | Our next Mother Daughter planning committee meeting is Thursday, October 20 at 8 a.m. via Zoom.

Click here to join the Mother Daughter planning committee meeting.

DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 11 | Our next auction planning committee meeting is Wednesday, October 19 at 6 p.m. at DSHA. We’re still looking for chairs for our sponsorship and acquisitions committees. Join us to learn more!

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

ATHLETIC UPDATES

NEW! Athletic Hall of Fame

DSHA’s seventh Athletic Hall of Fame induction took place on Friday, September 30. Inductees included Amy Mickschl Ames, DSHA ‘97; Andrea Novak Bonk, DSHA, ‘00; and Dr. Kate Troy, DSHA ‘00. Congratulations to all!

Click here to read their accomplishments.

NEW! Cross Country | Post-Season Update | The DSHA Varsity Cross Country team will compete in the GMC Conference Championship meet on Saturday, October 15 at Mitchell Park at 10 a.m.

NEW! Field Hockey | Post-Season Update | The DSHA Varsity Field Hockey team will compete at the state semi-final game on Wednesday, October 12 at 7 p.m. at Uihlein Soccer Park with the state championship slated for Uihlein Soccer Park on Saturday, October 15 at 2 p.m.

The DSHA Varsity Field Hockey team celebrated senior night on September 27 and the DSHA Varsity Reserve Field Hockey Team celebrated senior night on September 28. Thanks to all 16 seniors for their dedication over the last four years and their outstanding leadership! Well done!

NEW! Golf | Heading to State | The DSHA Varsity Golf team competed in the WIAA Regional golf tournament on Wednesday, September 28 at Mee Kwon Golf Course. They finished second and advanced to the WIAA Sectional which was played on Tuesday, October 4 at Rolling Meadows Golf Course. The team again finished second which qualified them for the WIAA State Championship meet which will take place on Monday, October 10 and Tuesday, October 11 at University Ridge Golf Course in Madison. Special congratulations to the team as this is the first time since 2011 that the team has qualified to compete at the state championship! Good luck!

NEW! Rugby | Post-Season Update | The rugby state championship is slated for October 31.

NEW! Swim & Dive | Post-Season Update | The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team will compete in the GMC Conference meet on Saturday, October 29 at Wauwatosa East at 10 a.m.

NEW! Tennis | Heading to State | The DSHA Varsity Tennis team competed in the Greater Metro Conference Tournament on September 27 and 28 at Brookfield Central. The team won the conference championship for the sixth year in a row! The team then moved on to the WIAA Sub-Sectional on Tuesday, October 4 and then on to the WIAA Sectional on Thursday, October 6 at North Shore Elite and River Glen Elite Sports Club. The team scored 48 points to win the sectional. The team now moves on to the WIAA Team State Championship to be held at the Nielsen Tennis Center on the UW-Madison campus on October 21 and 22. Carolyn Schaefer, DSHA '24, and the doubles team of Molly Jex, DSHA '24, and Lizzie Stuckslager, DSHA '26, will compete in the WIAA Individual State Championship will be held October 13, 14 and 15 at the Nielsen Tennis Center. Best of luck to the tennis team!

NEW! Volleyball | Post-Season Update | The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team will compete in the WIAA Regional tournament October 20 and 22 and the WIAA Sectional tournament October 27 and October 29.

Madison Quest, DSHA '25, and Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24, were honored in the national magazine VolleyballMag.com. Every week, the magazine recognizes a "Dream Team" of volleyball players throughout the country who were standouts the week before. Quest was named to the "Dream Team" for the week of September 14, and Wendlick was named to the team the week of September 28.

Click here to read more about Madison Quest, DSHA '25.
Click here to read more about Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24.

The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team competed in the Asics Challenge September 30 and October 1 with the top 24 teams from Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, and Kentucky. The team finished in 6th place and Madison Quest, DSHA '25, was named to the 2022 Asics All-Tournament Team! Congratulations!

The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team will celebrate senior night on Tuesday, October 11 at 7 p.m. The Dashers will take on Sussex Hamilton. The Angelaires will sing the National Anthem, and it is Future Dasher Night! Come join the fun! Hope to see you at the game!

NEW! Congratulations to Fall Captains

Cross Country | *Maggie Gavahan, DSHA '23; *Nora McCormick, DSHA '23; *Haddon Russell, DSHA '23
Field Hockey | *Mack Doerr, DSHA '23; *Anna Falci, DSHA '23; *Morgan Mackey, DSHA '23
Golf | *Kate Krueger, DSHA '24
Rugby | *Mary Czarnecki, DSHA '23; *Ellie Gonzales, DSHA '23; *Yesenia Morales, DSHA '23; *Janie Retzer, DSHA '23
Swim and Dive | *Caroline Arciszewski, DSHA '23; *Trinity Beslic, DSHA '23; *Allison Brennan, DSHA '24; Emily Brzezinski, DSHA '23; Lauren Correa, DSHA '24
Tennis | *Joan Barry, DSHA '23; *KK Buettner, DSHA '23; *Molly Jex, DSHA '24
Volleyball | *Bella Lipski, DSHA '23; *Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24

Those with an asterisk by their name earned their National Federation of State High School Associations Captain’s Certification this fall by completing an online 4-hour course. We are proud of their commitment to outstanding leadership and their willingness to go above and beyond to be the best captain for their team!

NEW! Congratulations to Fall Chaplains

Cross Country | Lilly Janisch, DSHA '23
Field Hockey | Lizzy McDevitt , DSHA '23
Golf | Maddie Olson, DSHA '23
Rugby | Tobie Dahm, DSHA '23
Swim and Dive | Lauren Correa, DSHA '24
Tennis | KK Buettner, DSHA '23
Volleyball | Ava Kharitou, DSHA '24; Olivia deGuzman, DSHA '23

NEW! Team Intentions at Faith Friday | The third Faith Friday Mass of the year was celebrated on September 30 with the golf and field hockey teams as the intention. It was a great way to pray together as the team enters the last week of the regular season and varsity prepares for post-season play. The next Faith Friday will take place on October 14 for the volleyball teams. All teams are invited to wear their volleyball spirit wear with their uniform skirt and join us for Mass in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel at 10:28 a.m. Hope to see you all there!

NEW! Ski Team Parent and Athlete Meeting | Thursday, October 27 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Quad

This is a mandatory meeting. If you plan to ski this winter, you must attend.

Questions? Contact DSHA Varsity Ski Head Coach David Denton.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Uniform Items for Winter & Donations

Make sure your daughter has the uniform items she needs to stay warm this winter.

Click here for the code to save 30% on school uniform items from October 13-17 at Lands' End.
Click here for a reminder of uniform requirements.

DSHA is always accepting donations of used uniforms. Please drop off any items you would like to donate in the main office. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	8/29 - 9/11	9/12 - 25	9/26 - 10/9	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	4	3	10	21
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	7	20	57	90
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	6	6	10	23
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	5	5
Current active positivity rate: 2/772 (0.26%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! October 10 Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes:

After a nice lull at the end of the last reporting period, we did have an uptick of illness and COVID. The positive cases were reported from outside school sources, small school friend or social friend circles, and unknown sources.
Please continue to document your home tests and submit them School Nurse Patti Hughes. Most families are choosing home test kits for their symptomatic students. It is an acceptable practice, but it is taking three or more days of symptoms to build a viral load high enough to give a reliable home test result. This means that serial testing over many days is needed to fully clear someone. I do not want people to feel a false sense of confidence in their initial home test result.
If you live close enough to school, I would highly suggest that your daughter be tested in the professional school COVID lab. The lab at DSHA will perform both a rapid and PCR test. Students who are also worried about exposure from friends can test easily at school between morning classes. Click on the button below to create an account for your daugher to get tested at school.
The DSHA lab hours are Monday - Friday from 8 - 11 a.m.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.

Help us reach our goal by making a gift today.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.

FUTURE DASHER UPDATES

Do you know a future Dasher? Please share the following with 5th-8th grade families!

8th Grade Open House | October 23

Eighth graders and their families are invited to join us for DSHA's 8th Grade Open House on Sunday, October 23. After Mass at 9 a.m., meet DSHA faculty and staff; learn about a Catholic, Salvatorian education and thriving Campus Ministry; and hear from current students about the all-girls difference in the college-prep environment.

Click here to register for DSHA 8th Grade Open House.

DSHA Parent eNews | September 26, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, September 26

Dear DSHA Community,

How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1

Throughout this school year, we are living out the value of collaboration delegated to us by the Sisters of the Divine Savior. Last week, two of our largest co-curricular groups collaborated to provide a faithful and fun Father Jordan Spirit Week. This is the first time Campus Ministry and Student Council have collaborated to build unity during this week. It was a beautiful example of what Dashers can accomplish when they work together.

The week began with the Foundation Day Liturgy, and included a Campus Ministry social, a variety of dress down days, the senior vs. staff kickball game, Dash-A-Thon, a powderpuff football game, the air band assembly, and a packed Mother of Our Savior Chapel for Faith Friday Liturgy. The culmination of the week was the traditional homecoming dance.

The week gave beautiful witness to the possibilities when Dashers work together. There was a definite sense of unity last week. My prayer is that the sense of unity that grew last week will continue to grow in the weeks ahead.

God Bless,
Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

Last New Parent Meet and Greet | Wednesday, September 28 at 2 p.m.

As part of the ongoing orientation to DSHA that began with your admission or transfer journey, President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92,  Principal Dan Quesnell, and Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield will be available to freshman and transfer parents for an informal meet and greet meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to allow you to meet members of the DSHA Administration, as well as some other parents of other new students, and to share impressions and questions about your daughter’s early experiences at DSHA.

Click here to sign up.

NEW! Parent-Teacher Conferences | Tuesday, October 11 from 5:15 – 8:15 p.m. and Wednesday, October 12 from 4:15 – 6:45 p.m.

Conferences will take place via Zoom. Sign-up slots will go live on Wednesday, September 28. Keep an eye out for an email regarding conference sign-ups.

If you would like to meet with a counselor, please click on the name of your daughter's counselor to sign up for a time slot:

School Counselor Therese Hayden/Ron Weiss (Students with last names starting in A-G & X-Z.)
School Counselor Janet Como (Students with last names starting in H-O.)
School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik (Students with last names starting in P-W.)

Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea

NEW! PSAT Testing Day | Wednesday, October 12

Sophomores and juniors should arrive at DSHA at 7:45 a.m. The test will begin promptly at 8 a.m. The test typically finishes between 11 - 11:30 a.m. Students can be out of uniform for the test and should bring thier calculator.

Freshmen and seniors do not have any classes on October 12. This is a good day for seniors to work on college applications.

NEW! Parent Education: Fall 2022 Series | Thursday, October 13 from noon - 1 p.m. via Zoom

We will discuss Dr. Lisa Damour’s second New York Times best seller — Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls — a celebrated, urgently-needed guide to addressing the alarming increase in anxiety and stress in girls from elementary school through college. Information containing the Zoom link will be in the October 10 Parent eNews.

NEW! Sophomore Risk Behavior Night for Students and Parents | Wednesday, October 19 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

This presentation will focus on behaviors that tend to rise during the high school years, what to watch out for, and how you can support your daughter through her years at DSHA. Children's Wisconsin mental health professional Julie Bremer will be presenting to families at this event.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Accreditation Parent Surveys | Please engage in our three Cognia accreditation surveys, a key part of our 2022 –2023 accreditation process. The results are anonymous, and all parent surveys are analyzed by our Academic & Student Life Committee of the DSHA Board of Directors. The three surveys are vital to our improvement process. It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete all three.

DSHA is going through a year-long review, study, evaluation, and analysis of its institutional effectiveness and success at meeting national accreditation standards and benchmarks. Cognia is our accreditation body and a Cognia team will be engaging in a thorough review of our school this year, culminating with a visit in the spring. Students, faculty, staff, and parents are being surveyed on several aspects of DSHA to gather as much feedback and insights as possible. We want to look for things we can celebrate and things on which we can improve, so please help us identify our strengths and challenges.

Click here to take the culture and climate survey.
Click here to take the family survey.
Click here to take the Catholic identity program effectiveness survey.

NEW! Science Department Release Day | Wednesday, September 28

In place of their science courses on Wednesday, freshmen will be working with Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea and be introduced to Naviance and transcripts. Sophomores will be working with Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart in reviewing how to sign up for service hours. Juniors will be working with School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik to prepare for Junior Interview Day in November. Seniors will be working with Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson and Principal Dan Quesnell to work on a discernment prayer and college transcripts.

NEW! Mathematics Department Release Day | Wednesday, October 5

In place of their mathematics courses on October 5, freshmen will be working with Marian Scholars Program Director Mary Anderson, Marian Scholars Faculty Gretchen Caraher and Kate Jirschele, and Principal Dan Quesnell for an orientation to the Marian Scholars Program. Sophomores will have a supervised study hall. Juniors will be working with Director of Salvatorian Service Dr. Katie Pickart in reviewing how to sign up for service hours. Seniors will be working with Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson and Principal Dan Quesnell to work on a discernment prayer and college transcripts.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Campus Ministry Calendar | Wednesday, September 28 - Friday, October 7

Wednesday, September 28 | All-day Eucharistic Adoration in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel; Sophomore and senior Campus Ministry sessions during science department release time

Friday, September 30 | Faith Friday Mass with “Holy Donuts” and Campus Ministry co-curriculars

Monday, October 3 | Rosary in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel during early Dasher Time

Wednesday, October 5 | Junior and senior Campus Ministry sessions during mathematics department release time

Thursday, October 6 | Food pantry collection day before school and Campus Ministry PB&J Ministry in the Quad during Dasher Time

Friday, October 7 | All-School Mass for the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre

NEW! Retreat Save the Dates | Freshmen Retreat and Sophomore Retreats are coming up!

Freshmen Retreat and Service Day | Sunday, October 16 from 1 - 9 p.m. and Monday, October 17 from 7:50 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sophomore Retreat # 1 | Sunday, October 23 – Monday, October 24

Sophomore Retreat #2 | Monday, October 24 – Tuesday, October 25

NEW! Healthy Relationship Workshop with MU Theology for DSHA Students | Friday, October 28 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at DSHA

Social dynamics can be so hard as a teenager. Marquette University Theology Faculty will be running a workshop designed to help adolescents reflect critically on relationships so they are more equipped to understand their role and autonomy in a healthy relationship. It will cover relationships of all kinds – friend, familial, business, and romantic – from the context of their theological roots in human dignity and right relationship. The creation of this workshop was sponsored by the Taking Responsibilities grant from Fordham University.

This is an optional event on a day off of school. Lunch will be provided.

Click here for more information.
Click here to register by Tuesday, October 25.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

FROM THE SISTERS OF THE DIVINE SAVIOR

NEW! Concert to Support St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House | Friday, September 30 at 7 p.m. or Sunday, October 2 at 1 p.m.

Last week, the Sisters of the Divine Savior honored Anne Haines with their 2022 Woman of Faith Award. As founder and executive director of St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House, Anne provides survivors of sex trafficking with a loving and hospitable community.

Anne Haines, a DSHA past parent, worked with DSHA Campus Ministry this past winter on the DSHA Advent Project, which benefitted the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House.

Here I am Lord, a concert with liturgical musician Dan Schutte, will take place this coming weekend at two local parishes. All proceeds will go to support the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House.

Click here for more information and to register.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

NEW! AP, ACT, and SAT Test Program | We have a very user-friendly FREE AP/ACT/SAT online prep program that is totally individualized. Once a student establishes a login, she can access the test prep site from anywhere, anytime. The site provides individualized feedback on every question and a student could fit this prep into her day, 10-15 minutes at a time.

To access this program, have your daughter contact Librarian Christina Thiele.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! October College Visits at DSHA for Juniors and Seniors | Details about college visits can be found on Naviance.

Knox College
Spring Hill College
St. Ambrose University　
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
University of Greenwich
Marquette University
Saint Mary's College
Saint Norbert College
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Southern Methodist University
Boston College
Oberlin College
Case Western Reserve University
Milwaukee Area Technical College
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Rhode Island School of Design
Creighton University
Loyola University Chicago
Washington University in St Louis
Xavier University
Bucknell University
Maryland Institute College of Art
United States Naval Academy
University of Denver
Denison University
Viterbo University
Saint Louis University
Lawrence University
Lake Forest College
Georgetown University
Savannah College of Art & Design - SCAD
Seattle University
University of St. Thomas (MN)
Providence College
Brandeis University
University of Dallas
Saint John's University (with College of Saint Benedict)
College of the Holy Cross
Ripon College
Saint Vincent College

Upcoming Events for Juniors and Seniors | Please note the following events. It is recommended that juniors and seniors attend a college fair and financial aid night.

NACAC In-Person College Fair | October 2 from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Milwaukee | Click here for more information and to register.
Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET Fair) | October 3 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Marquette University High School | Click here to see the email that was sent to families. UPDATE: Loyola Marymount University will no longer be in attendance at the JET Fair.
Financial Aid Night | October 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre at DSHA | Click here to see the email that was sent to families.
Virtual ACT Practice Test | October 15 at 8 a.m. | Juniors and seniors. Click here to see the event flyer and registration information.
Virtual ACT 101 Webinar | October 26 from 7 - 9 p.m.| Juniors and seniors. Click here to see the event flyer and registration information.

Naviance | DSHA uses Naviance for student career and college data. Explore Naviance for college exploration, visits, admissions, and more. Students are the only ones with log-ins and passwords. Checking out Naviance could be a great family bonding activity!

Click here to access Naviance.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Variety of Applied Wellness Experiences

Since the beginning of the school year, the Applied Wellness Program has offered over 320 experiences for students to choose from and engage in for a wellness break. We have also offered self-led experiences for students that are home ill and need a break. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors are required to engage weekly, so encourage them to share their Applied Wellness customized application with you and see the variety of experiences available to them each week! Also check out our instagram at @dshappliedwellness. We have offered:

115 social/emotional experiences (ex. Coloring & Conversation, Share the Stress, meditation practices, chalk time)
123 physical experiences (ex. golf, zumba, walks, yoga, ultimate frisbee, school garden help)
52 spiritual experiences (ex. prayer beads, Bible study, Adoration)
36 intellectual experiences (ex. study skills/note taking skills, time management, college prep work)

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Upcoming Dasher Dialogue | Friday, October 7

The Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council will present What is a Dasher Dialogue? to students on Thursday, September 29. This presentation will explain the purpose and mission of Dasher Dialogues.

On Friday, October 7, the Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council, as well as the Furia Latina co-curricular, will host a Dasher Dialogue focused on the topic of Hispanic heritage.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

First Parent Association Meeting of the Year | Tuesday, September 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

Join us! The Parent Association is an excellent way for parents and guardians of DSHA students to get involved in their daughter’s high school experience. The PA meets monthly to hear school updates from faculty members and administrators, including President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92, and Principal Dan Quesnell, and to discuss upcoming and past events.

The association benefits our school community through educational programs, social functions, and faculty appreciation events. In addition, the PA provides vital volunteer and financial support for faculty appreciation events and Campus Ministry activities. Whether your commitment is small or large, all DSHA parents and guardians are encouraged to join the PA and stay connected and involved.

PA meetings start at 8:30 a.m., but feel free to join us for coffee starting at 8:15 a.m. or after student drop-off.

Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.

Click here for a full list of PA meetings and other PA events.

NEW! Rescheduled October PFAA Meeting | Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Questions about the PFAA? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

NEW! PFAA Spotlight | PFAA Orchestra Liaison Ann Stith, mother of Elizabeth Stith, DSHA '24, and Mary Stith, DSHA '26

“I joined all of the parent associations when my oldest daughter was a freshman because we wanted her to be well-rounded and wanted to know what offerings there were at DSHA. Now that we have two daughters at DSHA, I have become involved with the PFAA as a way to connect with other parents and to continue to share and receive the valuable insight that comes with experience. Being a member has also had its perks, like scholarships towards summer strings lessons for our daughter and building friendships as we work to support the arts at DSHA.”

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

DSHA 8th Grade Open House | Sunday, October 23
Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon | Sunday, November 20
DSHA Auction | If you are interested in volunteering for an auction committee or simply learning more, join us on Wednesday, September 28 at 6 p.m. at DSHA. Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander for more details.

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

Save the Date for DSHA's Fall Musical Sister Act | This November, DSHA Theatre presents Sister Act. Based on the 1992 hit film, the story centers around disco star Deloris Van Cartier. After she witnesses a murder, she is placed where the cops won't find her — in a convent! Disguised as a nun, she uses her disco moves and powerhouse voice to breathe new life into the choir and church — and finds sisterhood in the process.

Tickets will go on sale October 10.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

ATHLETIC UPDATES

NEW! Cross Country Update | The DSHA Varsity Cross Country team competed in the Arrowhead invite on September 8 and placed fifth out of 20 teams. They then competed in the Marquette invite and placed second out of six teams on September 17. The team then traveled to Minnesota and the varsity team competed in the Roy Griak invite on September 24. The varsity team finished third out of 51 teams. Congratulations to the team!

NEW! Field Hockey Senior Nights | Tuesday, September 27 at 4:15 p.m. and Wednesday, September 28 at 4:15 p.m. at Uihlein Soccer Park

The DSHA Varsity Field Hockey team will celebrate senior night at their game vs. Brookfield Academy on Tuesday, September 27.

The DSHA Varsity Reserve Field Hockey team will also celebrate senior night on Wednesday, September 28 at their game vs. the DSHA JV Field Hockey team.

Come support the teams and celebrate the seniors!

NEW! Golf Update | The DSHA Varsity Golf team competed in the Greater Metro Conference Championship on Wednesday, September 21. The team finished in second place at the tournament and in second place overall for the season. Kate Krueger, DSHA '24, was named 1st Team All-Conference and Ava Roesch, DSHA '26, and Hannah Strachota, DSHA '25, were named 2nd Team All-Conference! Congratulations! The team then competed in the Hartford invite on Friday, September 23 and took first place! They now compete in the WIAA Regional Golf tournament on Wednesday, September 28 at Mee-Kwon Park Golf Course at 9 a.m. The WIAA Sectional will follow on Tuesday, October 4 at Rolling Meadows Golf Course at 9 a.m. Best of luck to the team!

The DSHA JV Golf team competed in the Greater Metro Conference end-of-season 18-hole tournament on September 20. The team finished in third place — just 6 strokes from first place — to cap off their conference season! Congratulations on a great season!

NEW! Rugby Update | The DSHA Rugby A team opened their season on September 24 against Green Bay and won 54-0, while the DSHA Rugby B team tied Brookfield/Kettle Moraine 17-17. Congratulations!

NEW! Swim and Dive Update | The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team competed in the Greater Metro Conference relay meet on September 22 at Germantown High School. The diving relay finished in third place. Combined with the swimming results, the whole team finished in fifth place! Congratulations!

NEW! Tennis Update | The DSHA Varsity Tennis team is having an outstanding season. They are currently ranked no. 3 in Wisconsin and are 5-1 in dual match play. They competed in the Sweet 16 Tournament on September 9 and 10 and took third in this prestigious tournament! The team competed in the Nicolet invite on September 24 and won the invite! The team will compete in the Greater Metro Conference Tournament vs. Wauwatosa West on Tuesday, September 27 and Brookfield Central on Wednesday, September 28. The team will then move on to the WIAA Division 1 Sub-Sectional on October 3 or 4 at Menomonee Falls and then on to the WIAA Sectional on October 5 or 6 at Whitefish Bay. Best of luck to the team!

The DSHA JV Tennis team wrapped up their season on Saturday, September 24 at Menomonee Falls High School where they competed in the Greater Metro Conference Tournament. The event was postponed due to weather. Congratulations on a great season!

NEW! Volleyball Update | The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team is currently ranked no. 2 in Wisconsin. They are undefeated in the GMC Conference and dual match play. On September 16 and 17, they competed in the Sussex Hamilton 32-team invite and finished in second place overall. They competed in the sprawl tournament which took place in West Bend on September 23 and 24 and again finished in second place in the 24-team tournament! Congratulations and keep up the great work!

The team will celebrate senior night on Tuesday, October 11 at 7 p.m. The Dashers will take on Sussex Hamilton. Come support the team and the seniors!

NEW! Fall Athletic Team Faith Fridays | The second Faith Friday Mass of the year was celebrated on September 23 with the tennis teams as the intention. It was a great way to end the regular season together and it was a great send-off for both teams to their GMC Conference Tournaments and the varsity team to post-season play. Continued success to both teams!

On September 30, the Faith Friday intention will be for the field hockey and golf teams. All field hockey and golf players from all teams are invited to wear their team spirit wear along with their uniform skirt and join together for Faith Friday Mass. We will take a group picture following Mass. See you all there!

NEW! Volleyball Bring Your Favorite TSC Member to a Game Recap

The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team celebrated Bring Your Favorite TSC member to a Game on September 13 as the team took on Wauwatosa West. It was a great night having TSC support the student-athletes!

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Uniform Donations | DSHA is always accepting donations of used uniforms. Please drop off any items you would like to donate in the main office. We are especially in need of polos and sweaters in all adult sizes.

NEW! Dash-A-Thon Fundraising Extension | We had a beautiful day for Dash-A-Thon 2022! We "dashed through the universe," while students dressed in theme and had a blast celebrating the DSHA mission, vision, and community. It was a day of sisterhood, fun, and glitter!

Students still have time to reach their fundraising goal in support of their school. Online giving has been extended until Tuesday, September 27 at midnight.

Click here to learn more about Dash-A-Thon.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Lanes | As a reminder, the western lane in the drop-off/pick-up line is intended to be a passing lane. Please do not drop-off/pick-up in this lane as it creates a safety hazard and interrupts the flow of traffic.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	8/22 - 28	8/29 - 9/11	9/12- 25	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	4	4	3	11
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	6	7	20	33
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	1	6	6	13
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0	0
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! September 26 Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes:

We started this two-week reporting period with many colds and stomach viruses, a few positive COVID cases, a few fevers, a couple of strep throat cases, and a couple of mono cases.
This last week we had only one new COVID case. The appearance of COVID symptoms and colds remain indistinguishable.
Thank you for following the DSHA Community Health Measures. Please continue to document your home tests and submit them to School Nurse Patti Hughes.
I am happy to report that colds and stomach symptoms have been significantly down this past week. We are entering this next reporting period with an overall healthy student body!
Please remember that the school has a COVID lab available each morning. The lab hours are Monday - Friday from 8 - 11 a.m. The lab will offer both rapid and PCR testing.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.

Help us reach our goal by making a gift today.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.

DSHA Parent eNews | September 12, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, September 12

Dear DSHA Community,

Last week I witnessed a freshman and senior introduce themselves to one another. The senior is a National Honor Society student, and the freshman was looking to arrange a tutor for one of her classes. I couldn’t help but think of how the goodness and kindness of Jesus is evident in our academic support for all Dashers.

Besides National Honor Society tutors, students have daily access to our Academic Learning Place for Higher Achievement (ALPHA) staffed each hour by an English, math, and science teacher. Our teachers love to be busy with students and are eager to help girls refine their skills. During Dasher Time, students can see their own teachers for academic help. Here too, our faculty craves the opportunity to further assist students.

The freshmen resource period in the fall semester is part of the ongoing DSHA orientation that includes academics. In this course, girls have a supervised study hall and are encouraged to use ALPHA as a resource. The idea is to help students build strong academic habits including effectively utilizing all resources.

Within DSHA's Student Services department, our school counselors are here to help students grow academically. On Wednesday, September 14, Student Accommodation & Assessment Support Coordinator Chris Skogg will present to freshmen, sophomores, and juniors on study skills for success.

We offer academic support to all learners at DSHA because we want girls to thrive academically and be well prepared for college. This is also an example of the goodness and kindness of Jesus.

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

New Parent Meet and Greet | September, multiple date options

As part of the ongoing orientation to DSHA that began with your admission or transfer journey, President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92,  Principal Dan Quesnell, and Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield will be available to freshman and transfer parents for informal meet and greet meetings. The purpose of these meetings is to allow you to meet members of the DSHA Administration, as well as some other parents of other new students, and to share impressions and questions about your daughter’s early experiences at DSHA.

Thursday, September 15 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, September 20 at 2 p.m.
Thursday, September 22 at 8 a.m.
Monday, September 26 at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, September 28 at 2 p.m.

Click here to sign up.

Parent Education: Fall 2022 Series | Thursday, September 29 at 6:30 p.m. at DSHA

Learn how to talk with your daughter about civic participation for the common good through the lens of Catholic Social Responsibility. This session will be facilitated by DSHA Board Member and Emeritus Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Milwaukee Archdiocese Dr. Kathleen Cepelka and Social Studies Department Chair and Faculty Patrick Dawson.

Click here to RSVP by Thursday, September 22.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Questions About Classes | Have a question about one of your daughter’s classes? Not sure why that paper/project/test didn’t go well? Your best resource for any question involving your daughter’s classes is her teacher. Feel free to email any of your daughter’s teachers with questions you may have, big or small; they can email you back with a quick answer or call you if the conversation needs to be longer. We love our teachers here, and we love our parents, too. It’s great when teachers and parents get to talk and brainstorm together.

Click here to view the faculty and staff directory.

NEW! Progress Reports | This week marks the midway point through 1st quarter. Teachers will email each parent of any student earning a C- or below and provide suggestions for her improvement. Please see Principal Quesnell’s notes above about academic resources available for every student.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

NEW! Important Emails from Campus Ministry | Freshman, sophomore, and senior parents should check their emails for important Campus Ministry program information. Most information needs a response by this week Friday, September 16.

Parent Book Club: A Place to Belong | Join a book club with fellow DSHA parents this fall. We will be reading A Place to Belong (Pauline Press) which is a anthology of 25 touching letters from Catholic women about how they live out their unique vocation in the world and find a place of belonging in the Church. We will set a date and time to meet as a group.

Please contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson by September 19 to express interest.

NEW! Bread Donation Needed | Could you donate bread in bulk? Students use 40 loaves of bread twice a month for our PB&J Ministry that helps the homeless at Repairers of the Breach and the Guest House. Campus Ministry is looking for 1 or 2 families that could donate regularly to the ministry.

Contact Director of Salvatorian Service Katie Pickart for more information or to volunteer.

NEW! Musicians Needed | Does your daughter play piano or an instrument and want to play at Mass?

Encourage her to reach out to Director of Liturgical Music, Theatre, and Choir Zach Ziegler to volunteer.

Campus Ministry Social for Students | Sunday, September 18 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

FROM THE SISTERS OF THE DIVINE SAVIOR

2022 Woman of Faith Event | Thursday, September 22 at 7 p.m. at the SDS Community House next to DSHA

The Sisters of the Divine Savior will honor Anne Haines with their 2022 Woman of Faith Award. As founder and executive director of St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House, Anne provides survivors of sex trafficking with a loving and hospitable community. The annual Woman of Faith Award presentation and reception is free, but registration by September 16 is requested.

Anne Haines, a DSHA past parent, worked with DSHA Campus Ministry this past winter on the DSHA Advent Project, which benefitted the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House. Click here to read more.

Click here for more information and to register.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

About the Student Services Team | Student Services offers a wide range of support to students, parents, and faculty. Our team creates and facilitates:

Whole-group wellness activities for sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Freshman Wellness seminars for student academic success and social-emotional wellbeing
Topics for department release days
Individual academic and social emotional counseling
College counseling
Events such as Freshmen Orientation, Sophomore Risk Behavior Night, Sophomore Success Night, Junior Interview Day, and Senior College Night
Student achievement and support, working with teachers through staffings and learning plans.

Our department is committed to providing support to parents through our Parent Education Series, book clubs, and online resources.

Click here to view some community resources.

Meeting with School Counselors | If your daughter would like an individual appointment with her counselor, she should reach out to her counselor via Microsoft Teams, email, or visit Student Services.

School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07/Ron Weiss (Last names ending in A-G & X-Z)
School Counselor Janet Como (Last names ending in H-O)
School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik (Last names ending in P-W)

Other Support | If you would like additional information on how we can better support YOU, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Director of Student Services Maria Schram
Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze
Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93
Student Services Secretary Maria Enachi
Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea
Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr
Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02
Student Accommodation & Assessment Support Coordinator Chris Skogg

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Naviance | DSHA uses Naviance for student career and college data. Explore Naviance for college exploration, visits, admissions, and more. Students are the only ones with log-ins and passwords. Checking out Naviance could be a great family bonding activity!

Click here to access Naviance.

NEW! September College Visits at DSHA for Juniors and Seniors | Details about college visits can be found on Naviance.

Holy Cross College
U.S. Navy
Concordia University-Wisconsin
Villanova University
Miami University, Oxford
Boston University
Georgetown University
Wisconsin Lutheran College
The Catholic University of America
Indiana University-Bloomington
Hillsdale College
Lakeland University
Lewis University
Loras College
Texas Christian University
Northern Arizona University
Purdue University
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
St. Olaf College
University of Iowa
Butler University

Upcoming Events for Juniors and Seniors | Please note the following events. It is recommended that juniors and seniors attend a college fair and financial aid night.

NACAC In-Person College Fair | October 2 from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Milwaukee | Click here for more information and to register.
Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET Fair) | October 3 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Marquette University High School | Click here to see the email that was sent to families.
Financial Aid Night | October 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre at DSHA | Click here to see the email that was sent to families.
Virtual ACT Practice Test | October 15 at 8 a.m. | Juniors and seniors. Click here to see the event flyer and registration information.
Virtual ACT 101 Webinar | October 26 from 7 - 9 p.m.| Juniors and seniors. Click here to see the event flyer and registration information.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Whole Person Education & Applied Wellness

A student attending DSHA is committing to a high school experience that entails exposure and engagement within academics, faith/service, and wellness exploration.
All these elements are part of the whole person education model and woven into the graduation requirement.
Applied Wellness strives to offer programming that allows students to discover and nurture their character strengths.
The Applied Wellness program is a replacement to the traditional PE graduation requirement. In addition to offering physical fitness experiences, Applied Wellness offers experiences that spread across various wellness dimensions.
These experiences are facilitated by collaborators from Applied Wellness, Student Services, Campus Ministry, Health and Fitness, interested faculty/staff, and community partners.
Weekly engagement is required and is not optional.
All students are tracked weekly.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

NEW! Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council Retreat | This past Saturday, September 10, the leaders of the Student Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council participated in a retreat in the Sisters of the Divine Savior Community House. They spent time in prayer and planning for the upcoming school year.

NEW! Introduction to DEI for Seniors | On September 14, seniors will participate in Imago DEI: An Introduction to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion led by Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

Robotics Team | Calling all students interested in robotics! Join the award-winning robotics team, a collaborative team between DSHA and MUHS called Hilltopper Robotics. Experiences include building, programming, and operating robots, web design, marketing (including social media), fundraising, and encouraging team spirit in preparation for and at competitions. All interested students and a parent need to attend one of the Hilltopper Robotics information sessions:

Thursday, September 15 from 7 - 8 p.m. at MUHS
Tuesday, September 20 from 7 - 8 p.m. at DSHA

Click here for more information.

Questions about robotics? Contact Robotics Leader Marianne Stone.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

NEW! First Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting | Tuesday, September 13 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room

Parents with students in or interested in visual arts, theatre, orchestra, choir, and Divine Strings are encouraged to attend. This is a great resource to learn about what is happening in all areas of DSHA Fine Arts and meet other parents with students of similar interests. If this is your first time joining the group for a meeting, come in the front entrance and someone will be just inside to greet and direct you.

Questions about the PFAA? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker.

First Parent Association Meeting of the Year | Tuesday, September 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

PA meetings start at 8:30 a.m., but feel free to join us for coffee starting at 8:15 a.m. or after student drop-off.

Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.

Click here for a full list of PA meetings and other PA events.

NEW! PFAA Spotlight | Tanya Baynes, mother of Genevieve Baynes, DSHA ‘24

“I joined the PFAA to have the opportunity to know what was happening in the fine arts activities that interested my daughter. I was also eager to meet other parents and help as a volunteer, knowing it would be a lot of fun! And I’m happy to say it has remained one of the best decisions I’ve made since she became a Dasher!”

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Various Tasks in Campus Ministry
Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon Assistance
NEW! 2023 DSHA Auction | If you are interested in volunteering for an auction committee or simply learning more, join us on September 28 at 6 p.m. at DSHA. Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander for more details.

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Freshman and Sophomore Parent Party | Saturday, September 24 | Register by FRIDAY, September 16!

Moms, dads, and parent guardians of freshmen and sophomores — this one is for you. Drop your daughter off at Homecoming and then head over to 1st and Bowl for hosted football bowling, drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a chance to meet and mingle with other freshman and sophomore parents. You will also hear a special welcome message from President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92.

Click here to register by THIS FRIDAY, September 16.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! Save the Date for DSHA's Fall Musical Sister Act

Tickets will go on sale in October.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

ATHLETIC UPDATES

NEW! DSHA Golf Outing | Thanks to everyone who supported the golf outing or joined us for golf on September 9 at the University Club. This is the only fundraiser for the athletic program and we appreciate everyone’s efforts. Special thanks to John and Mary Ellen Krueger and their golf outing committee for making the event such a success! We are still taking team donations until September 23. Every donation matters.

Click here to make a team donation.

2022 Fall Athletic Schedules | Come see our Dashers play this fall!

Click here to view the fall athletic schedule.

NEW! View and Order Athletic Photos | Team and individual photos from the fall athletic teams' picture day have been uploaded to an online gallery to view and order.

To order photos:

Click here.
Select "View now" on the green Sports Team & Individual tile.
Enter your information in the search fields.
Select the school year (July 1st to June 30th) during which your photos were taken and click "search."
Follow the instructions to select your package or products and enter your information.
You will receive a confirmation email.

NEW! Cross Country Update | The DSHA Varsity Cross Country team competed in their first meet of the season on August 25 at Lincoln Park at the Milwaukee River invite and finished in 4th place out of 20 teams. The team then competed in the West Allis Hale invite and finished 9th out of 16 teams. Congratulations on a great start!

NEW! Field Hockey Team Travels to St. Louis Tournament | The DSHA Varsity and Varsity Reserve Field Hockey teams traveled to St. Louis for the Gateway Classic Tournament September 2 and 3. The varsity team won their pool championship with a 3-0 record! It was a great trip and the teams had a chance to bond as they played the sport they love. The varsity team is off to a great start with a 7-0 overall record as of September 8! Congratulations and best of luck the rest of the season!

NEW! DSHA Golf Athlete Named to the Journal Sentinel's Top Golfers in Wisconsin List | The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel put out their top 46 high school girl golfers in Wisconsin list and Kate Krueger, DSHA '24, was named to the list! Kate tied for 25th place at the Division 1 WIAA Golf State meet last season with a 163. She tied for first at the Hartford Sectional at Washington County last season with a 79 and was named honorable mention all-state last season by the Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin. Congratulations Kate and best of luck this season! We are proud of you!

NEW! Golf Update | The DSHA Varsity Golf team is off to a great start. They opened their season with a 10th place finish out of 24 teams at the Hartford invite, followed by an impressive 8th place finish out of 29 teams at the two-day HBC Classic which features the top teams in the state, and rounded out their early tournaments with a 5th place finish out of 18 teams at the Mukwonago invite! The team opened conference play on August 25 with a 2nd place finish. On September 6, the team played at the Blackwolf Run invite in Kohler and took 2nd out of 11 teams. Keep up the great work!

NEW! Rugby Update | The DSHA Rugby A team competes in their first game of the season on September 24 against Green Bay at Dretzka Park at 11 a.m. Come support the team in their home opener!

NEW! Swim and Dive Update | The DSHA Varsity Swim and Dive team is off to a great start! The team opened their season on August 18 with a dual meet win over Waukesha North. They then competed in the Wauwatosa West invite on August 20 and took 6th out of 13 teams. The diving team took 2nd in the diving portion of the meet. The team opened their conference dual meet season with a win over Wauwatosa East. Congratulations!

NEW! Tennis Update | The DSHA Varsity Tennis team is off to a great start! They took 2nd place at the Arrowhead Quad to open their season, followed with a 2nd place finish at the Brookfield East invite, and then took 1st place at the Brookfield Central invite! They opened conference play on August 29 with a win over Wauwatosa West, followed with non-conference wins over Whitefish Bay and University School Milwaukee! Congratulations!

NEW! Volleyball Update | The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team competed in the first big tournament of the season on August 26 and 27 at Homestead. This joust tournament consists of 24 of the top teams in Wisconsin and is played over two days to determine a winner. The varsity team finished first and brought home the championship trophy! The team went on to open conference play taking on Menomonee Falls at DSHA on August 30 and defeated Menomonee Falls in 3 sets. They then traveled to Brookfield East on September 7 and defeated Brookfield East in 3 sets. Congratulations on a great start to your season!

NEW! Fall Athletic Team Faith Fridays | Every level of every team is invited to participate with their teammates in a designated Faith Friday Mass. Each team is allowed to wear their team spirit wear with their uniform skirt and sit together at Faith Friday Mass. We will take a group picture following Mass. This is a great way for your daughter to celebrate with her teammates! The dates for this fall are listed below.

September 23 | Golf and Tennis
September 30 | Field Hockey
October 14 | Volleyball
October 21 | Rugby
October 27 | Swim and Dive

NEW! Cross Country Faith Friday Celebration | The first Faith Friday Mass of the year was celebrated on September 9 with the cross country team as the intention. It was a great way to start the year together in faith! Thanks to everyone for coming and celebrating together!

NEW! Volleyball Bring Your Favorite TSC Member to a Game | Tuesday, September 13 at 7 p.m.

The DSHA Varsity Volleyball team will invite their favorite TSC member to come watch them play tomorrow as the team takes on Wauwatosa West. Come join the fun! Players and TSC members will be introduced after the second set.

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Drop-Off and Pick-Up Lanes | As a reminder, the western lane in the drop-off/pick-up line is intended to be a passing lane. Please do not drop-off/pick-up in this lane as it creates a safety hazard and interrupts the flow of traffic.

Dash-A-Thon | Wednesday, September 21

Dash-A-Thon is our annual student fundraiser. The 7-mile walk/run around the neighborhood combines high spirits, tired legs, and each student’s opportunity to fundraise on behalf of the school she loves. Dash-A-Thon supports things like individual student support, Campus Ministry, athletics, theatre, student travel, and the list goes on and on. All details including fundraising goals, the Movie Day incentive on February 15, and the day before Thanksgiving incentive day were sent home with your daughter last week.

Click here to learn more about Dash-A-Thon.

DSHA Homecoming | Saturday, September 24 from 7-10 p.m.

DSHA Homecoming tickets are available on myDSHA. A separate form must be completed for each student and their guest, if they are bringing one. Tickets are $25 each. The doors close to the dance at 8 p.m. and students may not leave the dance until 9:30 p.m. Students and guests must bring their IDs with them to the dance.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID-19 Dashboard

Covid Information: Total Community Members (772)	8/22 - 28	8/29 – 9/11	Cumulative total for the school year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA *	4	4	8
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	6	7	13
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	1	6	7
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0	0
Current active positivity rate: 0/772 (0.00%) **　 Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts in this period.　　　 *Positivity rate reflects the number of active positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff=772) as of the date reported.

NEW! September 12 Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

Thank you to everyone for following the school’s COVID symptomatic protocols! A few items to note:

Please keep ill students home until they meet the criteria to return: no fevers, vomiting or diarrhea in the past 24 hours and a negative COVID test reported to the school nurse if the student is coughing or has multiple cold symptoms.
Home tests will be acceptable with a photo of the test results sent to School Nurse Patti Hughes.
Sometimes I will ask you to do a repeat home COVID test 24 hours later. This will not delay the return to school after the first test; it is just to provide a higher level of accuracy as home tests take a higher viral load to trigger.
Please remember that the school has a COVID lab available each morning. The lab hours are Monday - Friday from 8 - 11 a.m. The lab will offer both rapid and PCR testing.
Please expect a phone call or email if your student is out sick. It helps me track the trajectory of illness in the school or to provide guidance on return criteria.

Click here to access the COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

Give to the DSHA Annual Fund | Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school. Each year, all members of the DSHA community are called upon to make an unrestricted, tax-deductible contribution. The DSHA Annual Fund helps cover the gap between tuition and the cost of a DSHA education. The gifts to the fund supply vitally important revenue for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve our mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart, and intellect.

This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697.00. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.

Help us reach our goal by making a gift today.

DSHA Parent eNews | August 29, 2022

Parent eNews | Monday, August 29

Dear DSHA Community,

Retreats at DSHA are one of the many graces from God that the DSHA experiences offers. Freshmen will Take Flight in their faith. Sophomores will journey Through the Turbulence with faith. Optional Junior Retreat is Present to the Spirit. And Senior Retreat is all about Saying Yes to faith as seniors prepare to venture forth.

New this year, all students will experience A Retreat in Everyday Life: Salvatorian Classroom edition. We grow in our relationship with Jesus through our understanding of His goodness and kindness, and by living out His guiding principles through prayer. Many retreats have been adapted to fit the reality of our busy daily lives. Perhaps the most well-known is the 19th Annotation of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. We are going to offer a retreat in everyday life, or, in this case, in the classroom everyday to help students know Jesus, His goodness and kindness, and to live our collaboration theme.

Praying this retreat in everyday life in all classrooms allows us to learn more about our shared mission as a Catholic school, to live out the DSHA mission, and to breathe life into the charism of the Sisters of the Divine Savior, namely, to make known the goodness and kindness of Jesus, Our Savior, with a special emphasis on collaboration with the distinct goal of achieving a Blessed Community.

“How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity!”

Psalm 133:1

Periodically ask your daughter about her Retreat in Everyday Life!

God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

NEW! Parent myDSHA Login Reminder | If you have not already logged into myDSHA this school year to review your daughters details, please ensure you do so in the next few weeks. You will need to use your full email address including the @youremaildomain.com. DSHA no longer can reset passwords on your behalf, but can assist in changing the registered email address if you need your record updated. There is a forgot password link after you put in your full email address should you need to reset your myDSHA password.

Click here to access myDSHA.

NEW! Drop-Off and Pick-Up | As a reminder, any student drop-off and pick-up taking place 45 minutes before or after school will take place at the west gym entrance in the back of the building. Please do not drop-off or pick-up at the front door during this time period as this causes congestion and safety issues for pedestrians.

2022-2023 Student and Parent Handbook Review Due | Monday, August 29

Please take some time to review the 2022-2023 Student and Parent Handbook. All parents and students are required to review and agree to follow the policies outlined in the handbook. Parents and students must electronically sign the Handbook Acknowledgement form in myDSHA by Monday, August 29.

Click here to view the 2022-2023 Student and Parent Handbook.

Back to School Night | Thursday, September 1 from 6:30 - 9 p.m. at DSHA

Learn more about a day in the life of your daughter at DSHA! Back-to-School Night is your opportunity to meet her teachers at the beginning of the year and walk her schedule. The night will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre with a short program followed by dismissal to class.

In the spirit of collaboration, we will be holding a food collection drive as you enter DSHA just like your daughters will experience that morning. Parents may bring in a canned food item and will be given a wristband for their daughter to use as an out of uniform pass.

NEW! New Parent Meet and Greet | September, multiple date options

As part of the ongoing orientation to DSHA that began with your admission or transfer journey, President Katie Konieczny, Principal Dan Quesnell, and Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield will be available to freshman and transfer parents for informal meet and greet meetings. The purpose of these meetings is to allow you to meet members of the DSHA Administration, as well as some other parents of other new students, and to share impressions and questions about your daughter’s early experiences at DSHA. 

Monday, September 12 at 8 a.m.
Thursday, September 15 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, September 20 at 2 p.m.
Thursday, September 22 at 8 a.m.
Monday, September 26 at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, September 28 at 2 p.m.

Click here to sign up.

NEW! Parent Education: Fall 2022 Series | Thursday, September 29 at 6:30 p.m. at DSHA

NEW! New Parent Orientation Follow-Up | If you missed the new parent orientation meeting last week, the slides have been posted on myDSHA. Click on the Resources tab to review the Fall 2022 New Parent Orientation Slides.

ACADEMIC UPDATES

NEW! Academic Integrity Policy | Please review our updated Academic Integrity Policy in the Student & Parent Handbook (pages 23-26). There is a section at the end of the policy that includes parent responsibilities for helping your daughter maintain high standards of academic integrity. Our faculty will refer to the Academic Integrity Policy in their syllabi and talk with students about upholding academic integrity in each class. Sometimes we find that students are unsure about what constitutes academic dishonesty, so going over this policy with them at home also might be helpful to reinforce what we are doing at school.

NEW! Department Professional Days | Annually our academic departments are released from teaching to work together as a department on professional initiatives related to teaching and learning. These days start this week Wednesday and will take place through March.

This year there will be two release days. The first day, the department will shadow a student. For example, this Wednesday, the English department will be shadowing a random, unidentified student. Next Wednesday, they will meet as a department during the day.

The purpose of the shadow experience is related to our theme of collaboration. Faculty will have the opportunity to experience the day in the life of a current Dasher and see many of their colleagues in professional action.

During some of these professional days, Campus Ministry and Student Services will be doing work with students during the class period where their teachers are engaging in professional days. For example, this Wednesday, Children's Hospital On-Site Therapist Lauren Green will present Building Lasting Friendships, as well as providing a brief overview of her role at DSHA for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors during their English classes. Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea will present to seniors the DSHA college application policies and procedures, including Naviance and Common App matching, during their English classes.

On September 7, freshmen will be trained on our community service site, x2Vol. Sophomores and juniors will participate in Imago DEI: An Introduction to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion led by Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze, and seniors will again work on DSHA college application policies and procedures, including Naviance and Common App matching.

Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! Co-Curricular Fair | Thursday, September 1

On Thursday, DSHA will hold its co-curricular fair. Every student will have the opportunity to find out more about all of the co-curriculars offered at DSHA and sign up for at least one co-curricular to participate in throughout the school year. Each student is required to sign up for at least one student group.

NEW! Senior Privilege | Seniors with a 1st, 2nd, 7th, or 8th hour study hall or Applied Wellness hour (if they are not partaking in fitness or an Applied Wellness experience) are eligible for senior privilege.

Students may be excused from their first hour study hall or Applied Wellness hour on yellow, orchid, and extended instruction — odd days.
Students may be excused from their second hour study hall or Applied Wellness hour on extended instruction — even days.
Students may be excused from their seventh hour study hall or Applied Wellness hour on extended instruction — odd days.
Students may be excused from their eighth hour study hall or Applied Wellness hour on yellow, orchid, and extended instruction — even days.
Once a student arrives at school for the day, she is required to stay for her last class. There is no leaving school for breakfast, lunch, trips, etc.

If you would like to allow your daughter to use senior privilege this semester, please read the guidelines and complete the form in your myDSHA account. The senior privilege permission form must be completed by a parent AND student by Wednesday, September 7. Students with completed forms will be able to begin senior privilege on Monday, September 12. Seniors on academic or co-curricular probation, or who have any unverified absences this year, will not be eligible.

NEW! Dash-A-Thon | Wednesday, September 21

Dash-A-Thon is our annual student fundraiser. The 7-mile walk/run around the neighborhood combines high spirits, tired legs, and each student’s opportunity to fundraise on behalf of the school she loves. Dash-A-Thon supports things like individual student support, Campus Ministry, athletics, theatre, student travel, and the list goes on and on. All details including fundraising goals, the Movie Day incentive on February 15, and the day before Thanksgiving incentive day will be sent home with your daughters after the Dash-A-Thon kick-off assembly on Thursday, September 8.

NEW! DSHA Homecoming | Saturday, September 24 from 7-10 p.m.

DSHA Homecoming tickets will be available on myDSHA soon. A separate form must be completed for each student and their guest if they are bringing one. Tickets are $25 each.

Uniform Expectations | Please click below to review our uniform policy, paying special attention to our sweaters, sweatshirts, and skirt length guidelines. All approved uniform pieces are available for purchase on the school's Lands' End website.

Click here to review the uniform policy.
Click here to purchase uniform items at Lands' End.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES

Campus Ministry Social | Sunday, September 18 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Save the Date for Retreats!

Freshmen Retreat & Service Day

Theme: Set Sail | John 6:15-21

Dates: Sunday, October 16 from 1 - 9 p.m. & Monday, October 17 from 7:50 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Location: DSHA

* This is a mandatory, all class retreat.

Sophomore Retreat

Theme: Through the Turbulence | Isaiah 43: 2

Dates:

Option #1 | Sunday, October 23 – Monday, October 24

Option #2 | Monday, October 24 - Tuesday, October 25

Option #3 | Monday, March 27 – Tuesday, March 28

Option #4 | Tuesday, March 28 – Wednesday, March 29

Location: Redemptorist Retreat Center

*Sign ups will be emailed to parents and sophomores on September 13. The retreat starts at 2 p.m. and ends the next day at 3 p.m.

Optional Junior Retreat

Theme: Be Present | Mary and Martha

Date: Monday, January 16 - Tuesday, January 17

Location: Redemptorist Retreat Center

Senior Retreat

Theme: Say Yes | Luke 1:25-38

Dates:

Option #1 | Sunday, January 8 - Monday, January 9

Option #2 | Monday, January 16 – Tuesday, January 17

*Sign ups will be emailed to parents and seniors in November.

Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

FROM THE SISTERS OF THE DIVINE SAVIOR

NEW! 2022 Woman of Faith Event | Thursday, September 22 at 7 p.m. at the SDS Community House next to DSHA

Anne Haines, a DSHA past parent, worked with DSHA Campus Ministry this past winter on the DSHA Advent Project, which benefitted the St. Bakhita Catholic Worker House. Click here to read more.

Click here for more information and to register.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES

NEW! About the Student Services Team | Student Services offers a wide range of support to students, parents, and faculty. Our team creates and facilitates:

Whole-group wellness activities for sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Freshman Wellness seminars for student academic success and social-emotional wellbeing
Topics for department release days
Individual academic and social emotional counseling
College counseling
Events such as Freshmen Orientation, Sophomore Risk Behavior Night, Sophomore Success Night, Junior Interview Day, and Senior College Night
Student achievement and support, working with teachers through staffings and learning plans.

Our department is committed to providing support to parents through our Parent Education Series, book clubs, and online resources.

Click here to review some community resources.

NEW! Meeting with School Counselors | If your daughter would like an individual appointment with her counselor, she should reach out to her counselor via Microsoft Teams, email, or visit Student Services.

School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07/Ron Weiss (Last names ending in A-G & X-Z)
School Counselor Janet Como (Last names ending in H-O)
School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik (Last names ending in P-W)

Other Support | If you would like additional information on how we can better support YOU, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Director of Student Services Maria Schram
Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze
Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93
Student Services Secretary Maria Enachi
Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea
Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr
Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02
Student Accommodation & Assessment Support Coordinator Chris Skogg

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.

COLLEGE COUNSELING UPDATES

NEW! Senior College Night Follow-Up | Senior families, if you missed Senior College Night, you can review the PowerPoint presentation on the College Counseling page of the DSHA website.

Click here to view the Senior College Night presentation.

NEW! Upcoming Events for Juniors and Seniors | Please note the following events. It is recommended that juniors and seniors attend a college fair and financial aid night.

Virtual PSAT Practice Test | Saturday, September 10 at 8 a.m. | Juniors only. Registration sign up will be sent out soon.
NACAC In-Person Collge Fair | October 2 from noon to 3 p.m. in downtown Milwaukee | Click here for more information and to register.
Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET Fair) | October 3 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Marquette University High School | More information will be emailed to parents and students.
Financial Aid Night | October 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre at DSHA | More information will be emailed to parents and students.
Virtual ACT Practice Test | October 15 at 8 a.m. | Juniors and seniors. Registration will be sent prior to the event.
Virtual ACT 101 Webinar | October 26 from 7 -9 p.m.| Juniors and seniors.

Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.

APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES

NEW! Applied Wellness Experiences Begin Today | Below are a few reminders as we kick off Applied Wellness this school year:

Sophomores, juniors, and seniors met with Applied Wellness staff during their Applied Wellness hours the first week of school to ensure they understood this year's requirements and activate their AW accounts on their phones and computers.
Practicing weekly wellness breaks and engaging in monthly self-reflections is the basis of our program. Students are encouraged to step outside of their comfort zones as well as engage in experiences within their current realm of interests.
Engagement is a graduation requirement and connected to graduation credits. Students are not permitted to skip or ignore the basic requirements of engaging weekly.
It is key to have your student communicate with the Applied Wellness Director if she will be out of school for a week or more.
Engagement is tracked weekly, so communication is key.

Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES

Introduction to DEI for Sophomores and Juniors | On September 7, sophomores and juniors will participate in Imago DEI: An Introduction to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion led by Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

DEI Student Groups at Co-Curricular Fair | The Student Diversity Council, the Sisters of Culture co-curricular, and the Furia Latina co-curricular have met to organize and discuss their presence at the co-curricular fair on Thursday. They each will have a booth to welcome students to participate in their groups and share the variety of opportunities and offerings that students are able to engage in throughout the upcoming year.

Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.

IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES

NEW! Parent Book Clubs at DSHA | Please consider joining us for one of the following book clubs. The book clubs are a great way for parents to get to know one another and learn about various topics so they might be able to engage their daughters in conversation.

A Black Catholic Celebration of Faith, Tradition, and Diversity: Fat Luther, Slim Pickin’s by Marcia Lane-McGee and Shannon Wimp Schmidt | Facilitated by Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze | Parents interested should email Cynthia Blaze by Friday, September 2. She will coordinate with interested parents.
A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women edited by Corynne Staresinic | Facilitated by Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson | Parents interested should email Stephanie Monson by Friday, September 2. She will coordinate with interested parents.
Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls by Dr. Lisa Damour | Facilitated by Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield and Director of Student Services Maria Schram | Parents interested should email Maria Schram by Friday, September 2. She will coordinate with interested parents.

NEW! Senior Photos for the Yearbook | See below for important information regarding senior photos. Photos must be submitted for the yearbook by February 1.

Click here for more information about senior photos.

NEW! Robotics Team | Calling all students interested in robotics! Join the award-winning robotics team, a collaborative team between DSHA and MUHS called Hilltopper Robotics. Experiences include building, programming, and operating robots, web design, marketing (including social media), fundraising, and encouraging team spirit in preparation for and at competitions. All interested students and a parent need to attend one of the Hilltopper Robotics information sessions:

Thursday, September 15 from 7 - 8 p.m. at MUHS
Tuesday, September 20 from 7 - 8 p.m. at DSHA

Click here for more information.

Questions about robotics? Contact Robotics Leader Marianne Stone.

FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA

First Parent Association Meeting of the Year | Tuesday, September 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge

Join us! The Parent Association is an excellent way for parents and guardians of DSHA students to get involved in their daughter’s high school experience. The PA meets monthly to hear school updates from faculty members and administrators, including President Katie Konieczny, '92, and Principal Dan Quesnell, and to discuss upcoming and past events.

PA meetings start at 8:30 a.m., but feel free to join us for coffee starting at 8:15 a.m. or after student drop-off.

Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.

Click here for a full list of PA meetings and other PA events.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

NEW! Help Assemble Open House Yard Signs | Wednesday, August 31 from 9 a.m. to noon at DSHA
Our 8th Grade Open House yard signs are here and ready for assembly! We are looking for 5-6 parent volunteers to help assemble the signs and place at all school entrances. If interested, please email Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA ’10.
NEW! Various Tasks in Campus Ministry
NEW! Homecoming Chaperones
NEW! Mother Daughter Liturgy & Luncheon Assistance

Click here for a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

SPECIAL EVENTS

PAR-TEE at the PAA Golf Outing & Dinner | Friday, September 9 | Register by TOMORROW, August 30!

PAR-TEE with DSHA parents, alumnae, and other community members at the first and favorite party of the year!

Don't golf? No problem. Join us for dinner at the University Club that evening.

Here’s how to get involved:

Register | Join us for golf and/or dinner!

Purchase your Mulligan & Tumbler Package | We can all use a mulligan every once in awhile. Add a DSHA tumbler and three mulligan ticket package to your cart while registering. Tumblers and tickets will be distributed at check-in on event day.

Click here to register for the golf outing and/or dinner by TOMORROW, August 30!

Donate a Bottle of Wine | We're collecting bottles of wine to be used in various FUN-draising ways at the event. Any and all types of wine are welcome! Bottles of wine can be dropped off at DSHA with attention to Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander before September 8 or brought to the outing on September 9.

Give to your daughter's team | Every team is fundraising for the athletic department. The team with the most donations (calculated on a pro-rata basis) will win a coveted out of uniform pass! Please make sure to list your daughter’s teams when you make your donation. We encourage you to make your donation before the outing.

Click here to make a gift.
Click here for more information about the PAA Golf Outing & Dinner.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

Freshman and Sophomore Parent Party | Saturday, September 24

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

FINE ARTS UPDATES

NEW! Audition for DSHA's Fall Musical Sister Act | Tuesday, September 6

DSHA students and boys from area high schools are welcome to audition for DSHA's fall musical Sister Act!

The audition schedule is as follows:

Audition Workshop | Thursday, September 1 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Auditions | Tuesday, September 6 from 4:30 - 8 p.m.
Callbacks | Wednesday, September 7 from 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Click here for audition information.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.

ATHLETIC UPDATES

Fall Team Pictures | Monday, August 29

All fall team pictures will take place on Monday, August 29. Please make sure your student-athlete brings her uniform to school for her team picture.

Click here to order pictures.

2022 Fall Athletic Schedules | Come see our Dashers play this fall!

Click here to view the fall athletic schedule.

NEW! Livestream Home Volleyball Games

Click here to watch home volleyball games.

NEW! Student Athletic Advisory Council (SAAC) | The SAAC met for the first time this year on August 29. The group is made up of juniors and seniors who represent each sport offered at DSHA. The council provides a voice to student-athletes and creates a more streamlined format for communication and input regarding program improvement to enhance the athletic experience at DSHA. The SAAC supports the mission and core values of the DSHA Athletic Department which are to develop student-athletes who are committed to academic success, athletic excellence, teamwork, leadership, service to others, and sportsmanship. The group was chosen from coach recommendations and will meet once per month during the 2022-23 school year.

The following student-athletes are members of the Student Athletic Advisory Council: President Helena Cesarz, DSHA '23; Vice President Sofia Anderson, DSHA '23; Secretary Maggie Gavahan, DSHA '23; Service Coordinator Sophie Paruzynski, DSHA '23; Hailey Bachmann, DSHA '24; Emily Brzezinski, DSHA '23; Mandy Delcore, DSHA '24; Mack Doerr, DSHA '23; Charlotte Fetherston, DSHA '24; Molly Jex, DSHA '24; Kate Krueger, DSHA '24; Eleanor Langenfeld, DSHA '24; Dani Riemer, DSHA '25; Carolyn Schaefer, DSHA '24; and Madison Turcinovic, DSHA '24.

Follow them on Instagram @dasherathletics and on Twitter @DSHAathletics.

NEW! DSHA Tennis and Volleyball Athletes Named to the Journal Sentinel Top Athletes | The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel put out their top 37 high school girls tennis players and Carolyn Schaefer, DSHA '24, and Molly Jex, DSHA '24, were highlighted as players to watch. The Journal Sentinel also put out the top 86 high school girls volleyball players and Madison Quest, DSHA '25, and Sophia Wendlick, DSHA '24, were highlighted as players to watch. Congratulations to all four student-athletes and best of luck this season! We are proud of you!

NEW! Coaches and Student-Athlete Leadership Workshop | The entire coaching staff and student-athlete population were invited to participate in our annual leadership workshop on August 7 at DSHA. Jamy Bechler led the workshop for both groups. Coaches worked with Coach Bechler from 8:30-11:30 a.m. and then the student-athletes came in and worked from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Coach Bechler is the author of four books on leadership and also hosts the Success is a Choice podcast in addition to his 20 years as a college basketball coach and high school athletic director. He talked to the coaches about what a healthy culture looks like, how to effectively communicate with team members, how to help student-athletes become better teammates, and how to grow more positive leaders in your program. Coach Bechler then worked with our student-athletes discussing the concept that great teams have great teammates and 10 things all student-athletes can do to be great teammates. In addition, all teams will have access to The Leadership Playbook which provides continued access to leadership training throughout the year. It was a great day of learning!

NEW! DSHA Athletic Department Earns NFHS Level 2 Honors | The DSHA Athletic Department earned the National Federation of State High School Association's Level 1 and Level 2 honors for the 2021-2022 school year. We are the second school in the state of Wisconsin to earn this honor. This national distinction honors the dedication and commitment of our coaching staff to continuing education through research-based and student-centered curriculum that will assist them in their journey as interscholastic coaches, and will create a better experience for our student-athletes.

NEW! DSHA Athletic Department Earns the 2021-2022 WIAA Award of Excellence | The WIAA released the 2021-2022 WIAA Award of Excellence Award Recipients. Thirty-nine schools met the criteria for the award and DSHA is one of the 39 recipients throughout the state of Wisconsin! The award promotes and recognizes the efforts and achievements of schools in the areas of sportsmanship, ethics, integrity, leadership and character. The award began in 2016-2017 and DSHA has earned the award four times. We are proud of all of our coaches, student-athletes, and parents whose commitment to excellence have made our program one of the top in the state of Wisconsin!

For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.

FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION

NEW! COVID-19 Dashboard

COVID-19 Information: Total Community Members (772)	8/22 - 28	Cumulative Total for the School Year
Close contacts due to exposure outside DSHA*	4	4
Close contacts due to exposure inside DSHA*	6	6
Positive cases traced to outside DSHA	1	1
Positive cases traced to inside DSHA	0	0
Current active positivity rate: 1/772 (0.13%)** * Number of individuals that were identified/reported as close contacts during this period. ** Positivity rate reflects the number of positive cases divided by the total school community (students and staff = 772) as of the date reported.

NEW! August 29 Message from School Nurse Patti Hughes

The COVID lab registration has changed. The new site to register for student school testing is linked below.
You must create an account with COVID Connect 2. You can do so ahead of time. You only need to register once. The entire registration process takes two minutes.
Once the account is made, a parent can turn on and off consent on the Patient Profile page or leave consent on all year. Please note: If consent is “on” then a student can walk up to the lab and be tested. If you want to limit your student’s access to testing, select “Discard Consent” after your register. You will need to select consent for each individual testing. Testing availability is in your control.
Testing for the 2022-2023 school year will be for students and staff only. The school nurse will be happy to assist you in finding community testing sites to meet your family's needs.
Testing for students and staff will be available Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. by ACL Labs. The lab will offer both rapid and PCR testing.

Click here to access the new COVID testing registration site.

Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK

Give to the DSHA Annual Fund | Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school. Each year, all members of the DSHA community are called upon to make an unrestricted, tax-deductible contribution. The DSHA Annual Fund helps cover the gap between tuition and the cost of a DSHA education. The gifts to the fund supply vitally important revenue for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve our mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart, and intellect.

This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697.00. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.

Help us reach out goal by making a gift today.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.

DSHA Parent eNews | August 15, 2022
Parent eNews | Monday, August 15

Dear DSHA Community,
Summer is a wonderful time to pray, reflect, and recharge for the start of a new school year. For those of us who work full-time at DSHA during the summer, the early days of quiet are welcome. However, as the summer wears on, we miss our Dashers, teachers, and school year staff. Our vision of a blessed community includes our students, faculty, staff, and parents collaborating to help each Dasher become the young woman God intends her to be.
How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity!
Psalm 133:1
We are excited to have the DSHA community back together. We welcome the full class of 2026, at least six transfer students, and their families. Girls have started to return to campus for athletics and campus ministry planning. Our faculty returned to DSHA today, energized by the prospects of a new year!
Throughout this year, there will be many opportunities for us as a blessed community to collaborate to live out our mission. I’d invite you to peek at our Fall 2022 Parent Education Series as one example.
While our first step is welcoming our students and staff back to campus, we look forward to collaborating with you as well.
God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal
Look for the NEW! label to view information new to this edition of the Parent eNews.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION
Meet our New DSHA Faculty & Staff | We are excited to introduce you to our new faculty and staff. These new members of our community are committed to being the goodness and kindness of Jesus to your daughters as the newest members of our DSHA TSC (Total School Community made up of faculty and staff.) These are the faculty who are beginning this year or other staff who started at DSHA after the beginning of last school year.

Click here to meet the new DSHA faculty and staff members.

Thursday, August 18 | Check-In Day | All students attend.

Click here for more information about Check-In Day.

Thursday, August 18 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | New Parent Orientation | All parents new to DSHA will meet DSHA staff, learn the nuts and bolts of the DSHA experience, and meet other parents.
Friday, August 19 | Freshman and New Student Orientation | We are excited to welcome our incoming freshmen and transfer students to DSHA! Our newest Dashers will have an opportunity to run through their schedules, meet faculty members, eat lunch with their Dasher Mentors, and participate in Mass.

Click here for more information about Freshman and New Student Orientation.

Monday, August 22 | First Day of School | All students attend and are expected to be in uniform.
Monday, August 22 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre | Senior College Information Night | DSHA Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea will review the college application process including finding the right college fit, DSHA and student responsibilities, transcript request process, letters of recommendation, updates on the fall college process, and more. The program will conclude with a Q &A with several guest admissions counselors from private and public universities. Seniors should attend with a parent or guardian.
Thursday, September 1 | Back to School Night from 6:30 - 9 p.m. | Parents attend.

Click here to see the full DSHA master calendar.
Click here for a printable master calendar of important dates.

ACADEMIC UPDATES
Class Schedules | Class schedules were mailed home on August 3. If you need assistance, please contact Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr.
Laptops | DSHA is a BYOD – Bring Your Own Device – school. Feel free to have your daughter use any laptop for her school needs, with one caveat: we do not recommend Chromebooks. They tend to be too limited for a student’s use, which ranges from accessing online textbooks, doing research, and submitting assignments through our learning management system, to writing papers and creating projects. Windows or Mac laptops have consistently been the best fit for student laptop needs at DSHA.
School Supplies | Most students find binders, folders, and notebooks essential for notetaking and organization of syllabi, handouts, and other materials. Be sure to have your daughter bring the usual pens, pencils, highlighters, etc., as well.
Graphing Calculator | The DSHA Mathematics Department requires that each student have a TI-84 Plus Silver-Edition graphing calculator.
Final Exam Dates of the 2022-23 School Year | Please do not schedule vacations/planned absences during finals.
First semester exams | December 19 – 22, 2022
Second semester exams | May 23 – 25, 2023

Academic Resources | Parents, help your daughter plan on making this a strong academic year by having her take advantage of the resources we offer:
Academic Learning Place for Higher Acheivement (ALPHA)
Dasher time
After-school library hours
School counselors’ support
National Honor Society (NHS) tutoring
Applied Wellness experiences focused on building academic skill sets (organization, time management, project planning, and more.)

If you have a questions about any of these resources, please reach out to Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.
Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.

DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES

NEW! 2022-2023 Student and Parent Handbook | Please take some time to review the 2022-2023 Student and Parent Handbook. All parents and students are required to review and agree to follow the policies outlined in the handbook. Parents and students must electronically sign the Handbook Acknowledgement form in myDSHA by Monday, August 29.

Click here to view the 2022-23 Student and Parent Handbook.

NEW! MyMealTime Lunch Program | DSHA uses MyMealTime for hot lunch at school. Download the app to manage balances and load money onto your daughter's account.

Click here to learn more about MyMealTime.

NEW! Security Enhancements | The following are some security enhancements you may notice:
Fencing | You will notice fences controlling traffic in our two front lots. These gates will be closed after the morning drop-off. This will route all visitor traffic past the front door where we can better monitor cars that come onto campus. Gates will be re-opened just prior to the end of day rush.
Security Guard | Last year we hired Security Guard Patrick Brousseau. Mr. Brousseau’s normal hours are 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. We are in the process of hiring a part-time security guard so we can extend our coverage each school day from 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Electronic Visitor Check-In | We are implementing an electronic visitor check-in system that will allow us to better track when visitors enter and exit our building. It will also allow us to produce visitor badges with photo ID.

We have revised our overall safety and security plan protocols. We will train and drill our students and staff throughout the school year.
DSHA will hold our annual safety and security assembly with students during the first days of school where we review important school safety information with students.
Uniform Expectations | Please visit our website to review our uniform policy, paying special attention to our sweaters, sweatshirts, and skirt length guidelines. Students are expected to be in uniform during all classes and other events during the school day beginning on August 22. All approved uniform pieces are available for purchase on the Lands' End website.

Click here to review the uniform policy.
Click here to purchase uniform items on Lands' End.
Click here for the code to save 20% at Lands' End until August 24.
Parking Passes | Junior and senior parents — if you signed up for a parking pass for the 2022-23 school year, you have received an email confirmation and must pay for your pass by Check-In Day on August 18. Parking passes can be picked up on Check-In Day. If you did not sign up for a parking pass, you can be added to our waitlist. The sign-up for our waitlist is in your myDSHA account under Forms. If your student does not have a parking pass, they cannot park in the DSHA parking lot anytime during the school day.
Welcome Back Dance | Saturday, August 27 from 7-10 p.m. at DSHA
Students from DSHA and boys from area high schools with a current student ID will be permitted to attend this dance. No tickets will be sold in advance, but must be purchased for $5 at the door.
Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.
CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES
NEW! Campus Ministry Leaders' Planning Day | Thursday, August 18 from noon - 3 p.m.
Campus Ministry leaders — our CMC planning day at DSHA is this week. Meet in the Mother of Our Savior Chapel at noon and make sure you eat lunch before you come.

Click here to RSVP.

NEW! Campus Ministry Social | Sunday, September 18 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Campus Ministry eNews | Stay tuned for a special all Campus Ministry eNews next week.
Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.

STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES
Student Services Team | We are looking forward to meeting, supporting, and serving our students and parents throughout the year. Please do not hesitate to reach out to any of us for assistance:
Director of Student Services Maria Schram
Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze
Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93
Student Services Secretary Maria Enachi
School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07/Ron Weiss (Last names ending in A-G & X-Z)
School Counselor Janet Como (Last names ending in H-O)
School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik (Last names ending in P-W)
Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea
Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr
Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02
Student Accommodation & Assessment Support Coordinator Chris Skogg

Welcoming School Counselor Ron Weiss | Ron Weiss will assume Therese Hayden’s duties while she is on maternity leave. Mr. Weiss brings an exceptional wealth of experience as a former school counselor. He began his career at DSHA, and his experience includes school counselor and department chair at North Division High School, school counselor for career and college bound students at Milwaukee School of Entrepreneurship, and department chair and school counselor for seniors at South Division High School. Please join me in welcoming Mr. Weiss to our community.

Click here to learn more about Student Services.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.
APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES
Mandatory Informational Meetings (Sophomores - Seniors) | We are excited to offer another year of Applied Wellness to our students. We will launch the semester with mandatory informational meetings the first week of school. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors should take note of their assigned meeting days and report to the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre during their Applied Wellness hour on that day. This meeting will provide all the information needed for the students to navigate Applied Wellness this school year.
Monday, August 22 | Sophomores
Tuesday, August 23 | Juniors
Wednesday, August 24 | Seniors
If a student is absent on her assigned day, she must attend a make up session, held August 25 and 26 in the Applied Wellness Den at the start of each hour.
Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES
A Note from the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze | As the new Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Psalm 133:1 resonates with me. It is my goal to build a sense of unity at DSHA where all students feel a sense of belonging. I began my work this summer networking with colleagues, alumnae, and current students. My office is in the Student Services Center on the second floor, where I can collaborate with Director of Student Services Maria Schram on meeting the needs of all Dashers.
The DSHA Diversity Council, a commission of student council, will kick-off the year with a retreat to include prayer and planning scheduled for Saturday, September 10. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in joining the Diversity Council should reach out to me at the beginning of the new school year.
How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1
Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.
IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES
NEW! Parent Education: Fall 2022 Series | The DSHA Parent Education series is one example of our partnership in collaboration with parents. We share a love for each Dasher and commitment to help parents help their daughters grow into the person God intends her to be.
The fall 2022 series will focus on our Catholic faith, student mental health, and civic participation with the goal of collaborating with parents in raising confident and capable young women.

Click here for more information about and important dates for the fall 2022 Parent Education series.
Parent Communications
DSHA Parent eNews | You will receive this every other Monday during the school year in your email inbox. If you do not receive it, please check your junk mail and unblock DSHA in order to receive future emails from us to your inbox. It will include important school news and updates in your email inbox. For your convenience, each Parent eNews will be saved here.
DSHA Parent Event Invitations | You will also receive invitations to special events via email such as the annual Mother Daughter and Father Daughter outings. These invitations often require an online RSVP.
BrightArrow Time-Sensitive Communications | You will receive these school-wide mass communications from our BrightArrow platform via phone call, text, and email about weather-related school cancellations, and/or other time-sensitive communications. Weather-related updates will also be found on our school website and local television stations. SMS texting will be sent to the number listed on your myDSHA profile. Email messages will come from no-reply@dsha.info. Depending on your email provider, a notification email may or may not be marked as spam. Be sure to whitelist the no-reply@dsha.info address to assure that emails will not end up in your junk folder.
IMPORTANT! In order to ensure you receive these communications, please make sure we have your correct and current contact information!
Log in to the myDSHA website to verify/update your contact information. This email will be used to send BrightArrow messages and eNews, and must be unique to each user (i.e. each individual parent/guardian, etc.). 　
FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA
NEW! A Call to Join the Parents Fine Arts Association | The PFAA:
Supports the DSHA mission, vision, and the development of the Qualities of a DSHA Graduate through the fine arts.
Promotes and supports the fine arts through hospitality provided before all concerts to foster a sense of community for all individuals involved in the fine arts.
Celebrates students' interest and involvement in the fine arts through summer scholarships and the Fine Arts Woman of the Year Award.
Supports the DSHA Fine Arts faculty by helping fund equipment, as well as items and services which are not readily available through school funds.
Supports fine arts programs through volunteerism, communications, and publicity.
Generates revenue to offset expenses through concession sales and a 50/50 raffle at the fall musical and winter play.
The annual membership cost is $25. Talent in the fine arts is not required but a sense of humor is always appreciated!
Upcoming Parent Fine Arts Association Meetings | If you are interested in learning more about the PFAA, join us for one of our upcoming meetings:
Tuesday, September 13 at 7 p.m.
Monday, October 10 at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, November 8 at 7 p.m.
Monday, December 12 at 6 p.m.

Questions about the PFAA? Contact PFAA President Tracey Fricker at PFAA.DSHA@gmail.com.
First Parent Association Meeting of the Year | Tuesday, September 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge
All parents are welcome to attend the first PA meeting of the year! A light breakfast will be served, and meetings are recorded and posted on myDSHA Parent Resources Board. Minutes are also taken and posted on the website.

PA meetings start at 8:30 a.m., but feel free to join us for coffee starting at 8:15 a.m. or after student drop-off.
Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.

Click here for a list of PA meetings and other PA events.
Join one of our DSHA Parent Associations | Parents are key members of the DSHA community and important partners in much of the work done through the school on behalf of each student. In addition to individual volunteer activities, these organizations provide opportunities for parents to meet and work together. The parent chairs of the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and the Parent Fine Arts Association invite you to become involved by supporting these organizations with your time and voluntary dues. Dues are $25 per association.

Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
NEW! Sign Up to Volunteer Today | Volunteers hold a special place in the fabric of our community, and we invite you to join a fantastic team that truly makes a difference in the lives of our young women while you get to know other Dasher parents.
Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

Click here to view a full list of volunteer opportunities and to sign up today.

SPECIAL EVENTS
DSHA at Irish Fest | Sunday, August 21

We are excited to see you at Irish Fest this weekend! Before you come see us, attend the Milwaukee Irish Fest Liturgy for Peace and Justice at the American Family Amphitheater on the South end of the Henry Maier Festival Park. Prelude music will begin at 9 a.m. with Mass starting at 9:30 a.m. Enter through the South Gate with non-perishable food items between 8 - 11 a.m. for free admission. All non-perishable food will be donated to the Hunger Task Force.

Click here to learn more about Irish Fest 2022.

PAR-TEE at the PAA Golf Outing & Dinner | Friday, September 9

PAR-TEE with DSHA parents, alumnae, and other community members at the first and favorite party of the year!
Don't golf? No problem. Join us for dinner at the University Club that evening.
Here’s how to get involved:
Register | Join us for golf and/or dinner!

Click here to register by Saturday, August 27.

Sponsor | Promote your business or celebrate your family and your Dasher athletes. Sponsorship levels range from $350-$5,000.

Click here for a full list of sponsorship opportunities.

Donate wine and/or an auction item | We’re looking for bottles of wine as well as silent and live auction items including sporting event tickets, golf gear, gift cards, vacations, or other experiences to be auctioned at our event! Bottles of wine and auction items can be dropped off at DSHA with attention to Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.
Give to your daughter's team | Every team is fundraising for the athletic department. The team with the most donations (calculated on a pro-rata basis) will win a coveted out of uniform pass! Please make sure to list your daughter’s teams when you make your donation.

Click here to make a gift.
Click here for more information about the PAA Golf Outing & Dinner.
Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

Freshman and Sophomore Parent Party | Saturday, September 24

Moms, dads, and parent guardians of freshmen and sophomores — this one is for you. Drop your daughter off at Homecoming and then head over to 1st and Bowl for hosted football bowling, drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a chance to meet and mingle with other freshman and sophomore parents. You will also hear a special welcome message from President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92.

Click here to register by Friday, September 16.

Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

FINE ARTS UPDATES
Kids from Wisconsin | Saturday, August 20

Save the date for the season finale of the Kids From Wisconsin's BIG BANG BOOM tour at DSHA! The DSHA Angelaires will open the show at 6:30 p.m. and the Kids from Wisconsin will start their performance at 7 p.m. Both performances will have high energy numbers, perfect for the whole family!

Click here to purchase your tickets.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.
ATHLETIC UPDATES
NEW! Fall Sport Parent Meetings | If your daughter is playing a fall sport, please attend a parent meeting. The golf and swim and dive meetings have already taken place.
Cross Country | Wednesday, August 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre
Field Hockey | Wednesday, August 17 at 6 p.m. in the Quad
Rugby | Monday, August 29 at 6 p.m. in the Quad
Tennis | Monday, August 15 at 5:30 p.m. in the Quad
Volleyball | Friday, August 19 at 5 p.m. in the Chris and John McDermott Gymnasium

NEW! Fall Team Pictures | Monday, August 29

Coaches will send you a link to order pictures online. Please make sure your student-athlete brings her uniform to school August 29 for her team picture.
NEW! First Home Games of the Fall Season | Please join us for the first home games of the fall season!
Field Hockey | Monday, August 22 at 4:15 p.m. vs. University School of Milwaukee at Uihlein Soccer Park
Rugby | Saturday, September 24 at TBD vs. Green Bay at Dretzka Park
Tennis | Saturday, August 27 at 9 a.m. vs. Middleton at Elm Grove Tennis Courts
Volleyball | Tuesday, August 30 at 7 p.m. vs. Menomonee Falls at DSHA
The varsity cross country, golf, and swim and dive teams have away games during their seasons.
NEW! 2022 Fall Athletic Schedules | Come see our Dashers play this fall!
Click here to see the fall athletic schedule.

NEW! Fitness Center Hours | Monday - Friday from 3 - 6 p.m.
The fitness center will be open for in-season and pre-season workouts. If your daughter is in a fall sport, her team will work out together. If she is preparing for winter or spring sports, she is encouraged to come in and use the facility to prepare for her season.
For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION
NEW! 2022-2023 Community Health Measures | The health and safety of the DSHA community remains our priority. Our up-to-date COVID protocols can be found on the DSHA website. Any changes to the protocols during the school year will be communicated via the Parent eNews.

Click here to view our full Community Health Measures | 2022-23.

NEW! DSHA COVID Lab Testing | We have a few important updates from the state testing program:
Testing for the 2022-2023 school year will be for students and staff only. The program ended the availability of families to test at DSHA. The school nurse will be happy to assist you in finding community testing sites to meet your family's needs.
ACL labs will conduct testing for students and staff Monday through Friday from 8-11 a.m. The lab will offer both rapid and PCR testing.
When the lab is not at school, the school nurse will assist students with self-collections for PCR testing. Those samples will be processed by ACL labs in Wauwatosa. Rapid testing will only be available when the lab is on campus.

NEW! COVID Lab Registration | There is a new site to register for student school testing. Information can be found on the school website and will be updated as more information is made available to the school. The change was made by the state testing program to make the process more streamlined for parents. You will now create a one-time account and may have your student tested throughout the school year without having to complete the form. A parent will be able to toggle permission to test on and off.

Click here to access the new COVID testing registration site.

School Nurse Patti Hughes | School Nurse Patti Hughes will continue in her third school year as the DSHA COVID nurse. She will be able to assist with any health matters related to COVID. She has provided outstanding care and attention to each student and parent with questions and concerns related to COVID.
Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK
Give to the DSHA Annual Fund | Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school. Each year, all members of the DSHA community are called upon to make an unrestricted, tax-deductible contribution. The DSHA Annual Fund helps cover the gap between tuition and the cost of a DSHA education. The gifts to the fund supply vitally important revenue for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve our mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart, and intellect.
This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697.00. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.

Help us reach our goal by making a gift today.

Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.
DSHA Parent eNews | August 1, 2022
Parent eNews | Monday, August 1

Dear DSHA Community,
I hope that you all have had a summer full of God’s graces!
Core to our mission is to make known the goodness and kindness of Jesus. This value is imbedded in our mission statement and in the mission of the Sisters of the Divine Savior (SDS), our sponsoring order. We will continue to make it a priority to be the goodness and kindness of Jesus to one another this year. In fact, this will be our overarching point of emphasis for years to come. This year, we will do this through deliberate collaboration. Our scriptural theme for this year is:
How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity!
Psalm 133:1
The SDS have five delegated responsibilities they expect their sponsored institutions to follow, and collaboration is one of those responsibilities. Psalm 133:1 has been chosen by our Campus Ministry leaders to be our scriptural theme for the year drawing a connection between the goodness and kindness of Jesus and collaboration. Our goal this year is to build a DSHA community where all students, faculty, staff, and families experience how good and kind it is when we, as God’s people, live together in unity.
We eagerly await the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year!
God Bless,

Dan Quesnell
Principal

IMPORTANT DATES
Thursday, August 18 | Check-In Day | All students attend.
Click here for more information about Check-In Day.

Thursday, August 18 | New Parent Orientation | All parents new to DSHA will meet DSHA staff, learn the nuts and bolts of the DSHA experience, and meet other parents.
Friday, August 19 | Freshman and New Student Orientation | We are excited to welcome our incoming freshmen and transfer students to DSHA! Our newest Dashers will have an opportunity to run through their schedules, meet faculty members, eat lunch with their Dasher Mentors, and participate in Mass.
Click here for more information about Freshman Orientation and New Student Orientation.

Monday, August 22 | First Day of School | All students attend and are expected to be in uniform.
Monday, August 22 from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre | Senior College Information Night | DSHA Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea will review the college applications process including finding the right college fit, DSHA and student responsibilities, transcript request process, letters of recommendation, updates on the fall college process, and more. Seniors should attend with a parent or guardian.
Thursday, September 1 | Back to School Night | Parents attend.

Click here for the full DSHA master calendar.
Click here for a printable master calendar of important dates.

ACADEMIC UPDATES
Laptops | DSHA is a BYOD – Bring Your Own Device – school. Feel free to have your daughter use any laptop for her school needs, with one caveat: we do not recommend Chromebooks. They tend to be too limited for a student’s use, which ranges from accessing online textbooks, doing research, and submitting assignments through our learning management system, to writing papers and creating projects. Windows or Mac laptops have consistently been the best fit for student laptop needs at DSHA.
School Supplies | Most students find binders, folders, and notebooks essential for notetaking and organization of syllabi, handouts, and other materials. Be sure to have your daughter bring the usual pens, pencils, highlighters, etc., as well.
Graphing Calculator | The DSHA Mathematics Department requires that each student have a TI-84 Plus Silver-Edition graphing calculator.
Final Exam Dates of the 2022-23 School Year | Please do not schedule vacations/planned absences during finals.
First semester exams | December 19 – 22, 2022
Second semester exams | May 23 – 25, 2023

Academic Resources | Parents, help your daughter plan on making this a strong academic year by having her take advantage of the resources we offer:
Academic Learning Place for Higher Achievement (ALPHA)
Dasher time
After-school library hours
School counselors’ support
National Honor Society (NHS) tutoring
Applied Wellness experiences focused on building academic skill sets (organization, time management, project planning, and more.)

If you have a questions about any of these resources, please reach out to Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.
Questions? Contact Academic Dean Dr. Heather Mansfield.
DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS UPDATES
Meet our New DSHA Faculty & Staff | We are excited to introduce you to our new faculty and staff. These new members of our community are committed to being the goodness and kindness of Jesus to your daughters as the newest members of our DSHA TSC (Total School Community made up of faculty and staff.) These are the faculty who are beginning this year or other staff who started at DSHA after the beginning of last school year.
Click here to meet the new DSHA faculty and staff members.

Uniform Expectations | Please visit our website to review our uniform policy, paying special attention to our sweaters, sweatshirts, and skirt length guidelines. Students are expected to be in uniform during all classes and other events during the school day beginning on August 22. All approved uniform pieces are available for purchase on the Land’s End website.
Click here to review the uniform policy.
Click here to purchase uniform items at Lands' End.
Click here for the code to save 20% at Lands' End until August 24.

Parking Passes | Junior and senior parents — if you signed up for a parking pass for the 2022-23 school year, you have received an email confirmation and must pay for your pass by Check-in Day on August 18. Parking passes can be picked up on Check-in Day. If you did not sign up for a parking pass, you can be added to our waitlist. The sign-up for our waitlist is in your myDSHA account under Forms. If your student does not have a parking pass, they cannot park in the DSHA parking lot anytime during the school day.
Welcome Back Dance | Saturday, August 27 from 7-10 p.m. at DSHA
Students from DSHA and boys from area high schools with a current student ID will be permitted to attend this dance. No tickets will be sold in advance, but must be purchased for $5 at the door.
Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Rachel Fredricks.

CAMPUS MINISTRY UPDATES
Keep an eye on your inbox this week for a separate email with details about Campus Ministry this school year.
Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.
STUDENT SERVICES UPDATES
Class Schedules | Class schedules will be mailed home later this week. Please double check that your address in myDSHA is up to date and update it if needed. If you need assistance, please contact Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr.
Student Services Team | We are looking forward to meeting, supporting, and serving our students and parents throughout the year. Please do not hesitate to reach out to any of us for assistance:
- Director of Student Services Maria Schram
- Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze
- Applied Wellness Program Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93
- Student Services Secretary Maria Enachi
- School Counselor Therese Hayden, DSHA '07/Ron Weiss (Last names ending in A-G & X-Z)
- School Counselor Janet Como (Last names ending in H-O)
- School Counselor Mallorie Svetlik (Last names ending in P-W)
- Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea
- Educational Database Coordinator/Registrar Rachel Kirsenlohr
- Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02
- Student Accommodation & Assessment Support Coordinator Chris Skogg
Welcoming School Counselor Ron Weiss | Ron Weiss will assume Therese Hayden’s duties while she is on maternity leave. Mr. Weiss brings an exceptional wealth of experience as a former school counselor. He began his career at DSHA, and his experience includes school counselor and department chair at North Division High School, school counselor for career and college bound students at Milwaukee School of Entrepreneurship, and department chair and school counselor for seniors at South Division High School. Please join me in welcoming Mr. Weiss to our community.
Click here for more information about DSHA Student Services.

Questions? Contact Director of Student Services Maria Schram.
APPLIED WELLNESS UPDATES
Mandatory Informational Meetings (Sophomores - Seniors) | We are excited to offer another year of Applied Wellness to our students. We will launch the semester with mandatory informational meetings the first week of school. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors should take note of their assigned meeting days and report to the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre during their Applied Wellness hour on that day. This meeting will provide all the information needed for the students to navigate Applied Wellness this school year.
Monday, August 22 | Sophomores
Tuesday, August 23 | Juniors
Wednesday, August 24 | Seniors
If a student is absent on her assigned day, she must attend a make up session, held August 25 and 26 in the Applied Wellness Den at the start of each hour.
Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATES
A Note from the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze | As the new Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Psalm 133:1 resonates with me. It is my goal to build a sense of unity at DSHA where all students feel a sense of belonging. I began my work this summer networking with colleagues, alumnae, and current students. My office is in the Student Services Center on the second floor, where I can collaborate with Director of Student Services Maria Schram on meeting the needs of all Dashers.
The DSHA Diversity Council, a commission of student council, will kick-off the year with a retreat to include prayer and planning scheduled for Saturday, September 10. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in joining the Diversity Council should reach out to me at the beginning of the new school year.
How good and kind it is when God’s people live together in unity! - Psalm 133:1
Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.
IMPORTANT MISCELLANEOUS NEWS AND NOTES
Parent Communications
DSHA Parent eNews | You will receive this twice per month in your email inbox. If you do not receive it, please check your junk mail and unblock DSHA in order to receive future emails from us to your inbox. It will include important school news and updates in your email inbox. Each Parent eNews will be saved here.
DSHA Parent Event Invitations | You will also receive invitations to special events via email such as the annual Mother Daughter and Father Daughter outings. These invitations often require an online RSVP.
BrightArrow Time-Sensitive Communications | You will receive these school-wide mass communications from our BrightArrow platform via phone call, text, and email about weather-related school cancellations, and/or other time-sensitive communications. Weather-related updates will also be found on our school website and local television stations. SMS texting will be sent to the number listed on your myDSHA profile. Email messages will come from no-reply@dsha.info. Depending on your email provider, a notification email may or may not be marked as spam. Be sure to whitelist the no-reply@dsha.info address to assure that emails will not end up in your junk folder.
IMPORTANT! In order to ensure you receive these communications, please make sure we have your correct and current contact information!
Log in to the myDSHA website to verify/update your contact information. This email will be used to send BrightArrow messages, and eNews and must be unique to each user (i.e. each individual parent/guardian, etc.). 　
BUSINESS OFFICE UPDATES
Welcoming Sandy Vrana | The Business Office is excited to welcome Sandy Vrana to our team as our Accounts Receivable Coordinator. If you have any questions regarding your tuition balance or payments, you may reach her at vranas@dsha.info or by phone at (414) 721-2916.
Questions? Contact Accounts Receivable Coordinator Sandy Vrana.
FROM THE PA, PAA, AND PFAA
First Parent Association Meeting of the Year | Tuesday, September 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sisters of the Divine Savior's Fireside Lounge
All parents are welcome to attend the first PA meeting of the year! A light breakfast will be served, and meetings are recorded and posted on myDSHA Parent Resources Board. Minutes are also taken and posted on the website.

PA meetings start at 8:30 a.m., but feel free to join us for coffee starting at 8:15 a.m. or after student drop-off.
Click here for a full list of PA meetings and other PA events.

Questions? Contact PA President Moe Tarantino.
Upcoming Parent Fine Arts Association Meetings | If you are interested in learning more about the PFAA, join us for one of our upcoming meetings:
- Tuesday, September 13 at 7 p.m.
- Monday, October 10 at 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 8 at 7 p.m.
- Monday, December 12 at 6 p.m.
Questions about the PFAA? Contact us at PFAA.DSHA@gmail.com.
Join one of our DSHA Parent Associations | Parents are key members of the DSHA community and important partners in much of the work done through the school on behalf of each student. In addition to individual volunteer activities, these organizations provide opportunities for parents to meet and work together. The parent chairs of the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and the Parent Fine Arts Association invite you to become involved by supporting these organizations with your time and voluntary dues. Dues are $25 per association.
Click here to join the Parent Association, the Parent Athletic Association, and/or the Parent Fine Arts Association.

SPECIAL EVENTS
DSHA at Irish Fest | Sunday, August 21, 2022
We are excited to see you at Irish Fest this month! Before you come see us, attend the Milwaukee Irish Fest Liturgy for Peace and Justice at the American Family Amphitheater on the South end of the Henry Maier Festival Park. Prelude music will begin at 9 a.m. with Mass starting at 9:30 a.m. Enter through the South Gate with non-perishable food items between 8 - 11 a.m. for free admission. All non-perishable food will be donated to the Hunger Task Force.
Click here to learn more about Irish Fest 2022.

PAR-TEE at PAA Golf Outing & Dinner | Friday, September 9
PAR-TEE with DSHA parents, alumnae, and other community members at the first and favorite party of the year!
Don't golf? No problem. Join us for dinner at the University Club that evening.
Here’s how to get involved:
Register | Join us for golf and/or dinner!
Click here to register by Saturday, August 30.

Sponsor | Promote your business or celebrate your family and your Dasher athletes. Sponsorship levels range from $350-$5,000.
Click here for a full list of sponsorship opportunities.

Donate wine and/or an auction item | We’re looking for bottles of wine as well as silent and live auction items including sporting event tickets, golf gear, gift cards, vacations, or other experiences to be auctioned at our event! Bottles of wine and auction items can be dropped off at DSHA with attention to Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.

Click here for more information about the PAA Golf Outing & Dinner.
Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Sarah Zander.
Freshman and Sophomore Parent Party | Saturday, September 24
Moms, dads, and parent guardians of freshmen and sophomores — this one is for you. Drop your daughter off at Homecoming and then head over to 1st and Bowl for hosted football bowling, drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a chance to meet and mingle with other freshman and sophomore parents. You will also hear a special welcome message from President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92.
Click here to register by Friday, September 16.

FINE ARTS UPDATES
Kids from Wisconsin | Saturday, August 20
Save the date for the season finale of the Kids From Wisconsin's BIG BANG BOOM tour at DSHA! The DSHA Angelaires will open the show at 6:30 p.m. and the Kids from Wisconsin will start their performance at 7 p.m. Both performances will have high energy numbers, perfect for the whole family!
Click here to purchase your tickets.

Questions? Contact Director of Theatre, Choir, and Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler.
ATHLETIC UPDATES
Fall 2022 Athletic Information:
Athletic Registration | If your daughter is planning on playing a sport in the 2022-2023 athletics season, she must be registered by August 5. Follow these 5 steps to register:
1. Set up a family account for the online registration process (freshmen and new athletes only).
Click here for instructions to set up a family account.

2. Complete the registration process and watch the mandatory meeting video.
Click here to complete the registration process.
Click here to watch the mandatory meeting video.

3. Upload your WIAA physical card — dated April 1, 2021 or later — and submit the card to Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.
All freshmen and students who participated in athletics in the 2021-22 season were mailed physical cards in April. If you misplaced yours or are new to athletics this year, you can download one here.
After you submit your card during the registration process, you must submit the original to Mrs. Stowell at least 5 days prior to the start of tryouts or the start of the season.
4. Schedule your ImPACT test with Athletic Trainer Annie Olivares.
All students athletes must take this baseline concussion test if they did not complete it last year.
Click here for more information.

5. Attend the MANDATORY STUDENT MEETING on Sunday, August 7 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre.
All student athletes must attend this meeting, featuring Jamy Bechler speaking about leadership and team building.
Click here for more information.
Fall Athletic Season | If your daughter is interested in playing a sport this fall, see the information below for important dates.
Click here for fall tryout information.
DSHA High School and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Healthy Roster App | We are once again in an expanded partnership with Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin to ensure better health for our student-athletes. Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin is again helping to provide enhanced communication regarding athletic injuries with parents and coaches via the FREE Healthy Roster app. All fall sport athletes will receive an invitation to join Healthy Roster. The invite will come from a Healthy Roster email address. All you have to do is click on the invite link/button to join. Winter and spring athletes will receive an email during their seasons.
The registration, app, and access to Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin's certified athletic trainers is completely free and courtesy of Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin. Please take time to register to ensure better communication and treatment for your student-athlete.
Click here to learn more.
Click here to visit the Healthy Roster website.
Spring 2022 Athletic Information:
Click here to view results and awards from the spring 2022 athletic season.
For general DSHA Athletics questions, Contact Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE/ COVID-19 INFORMATION
School Nurse Patti Hughes | School Nurse Patti Hughes will continue in her third school year as the DSHA COVID nurse. She will be able to assist with any health matters related to COVID. She has provided outstanding care and attention to each student and parent with questions and concerns related to COVID.
COVID-19 Protocols | Additional information regarding the COVID protocols will be included in the next eNews.
Questions? Contact School Nurse Patti Hughes.

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT DESK
Give to the DSHA Annual Fund | Giving to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every single young woman attending our school. Each year, all members of the DSHA community are called upon to make an unrestricted, tax-deductible contribution. These gifts supply vitally important revenue for the day-to-day work of DSHA to achieve our mission of developing confident young women of faith, heart and intellect.
This year’s annual fund goal is $1,088,697.00. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students.
Help us reach out goal by making a gift today.
Questions? Contact Director of Annual Giving Kathleen Keller.
DSHA Parent eNews | Athletic Registration | July 5, 2022

July 5, 2022

Dear DSHA Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to the 2022-2023 athletic season!　
IMPORTANT | If you have a daughter who plans to participate or is considering participating in Dasher Athletics for the 2022-23 athletic season, please review the following information carefully: 　
Registration for 2022-23 Athletic Season | Today - August 5
The online athletic mandatory meeting and registration process is for all new and returning athletes.
All freshman and any returning students who did not participate in athletics last year need to set up a family account first. Then you may complete the registration process.
All returning athletes who set-up an account last year can register with the same account.
We ask that everyone complete the registration process no later than August 5. Parents/Guardians and student athletes need to watch the mandatory meeting video and complete the registration process together.

Click here for registration instructions, including how to create a family account.
Click here to complete the registration process.

MANDATORY STUDENT MEETING | Leadership and Team Building Speaker Jamy Bechler | Sunday, August 7 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in the Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre
All student athletes participating in athletics in the 2022-23 season must attend this meeting.

Click here for more information.

Athletic Physicals | All freshmen and students who participated in athletics in the 2021-22 season were mailed physical cards in April. If you misplaced it or are new to athletics this year, you can download the physical form here. After you upload your current WIAA physical card or alternate WIAA physical card during the registration process, students must submit the original card to Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell, who is located in the DSHA Box Office, at least 5 days prior to the start of tryouts or the start of the season. Physicals must be dated April 1, 2021 or later to be valid for the 2022-23 season.
ImPACT Testing | All student athletes should plan on taking this baseline concussion test unless they completed it last year. For more information, click here. Contact Athletic Trainer Annie Olivares for information on how to schedule your daughter's baseline ImPACT test or other questions regarding concussion testing.

Fall Athletic Season | If your daughter is interested in playing a sport this fall, see the information below for important dates.

If your daughter is interested in playing a fall sport, click here for tryout information.

Important winter and spring athletic dates are coming soon.

Parent Athletic Association | We ask that all families of athletes consider joining the Parent Athletic Association (PAA). This is our athletic booster club which supports all sports at DSHA.

Click here for more information about the Parent Athletic Association.

PAA Golf Outing & Dinner | Please save the date and sign up to participate in DSHA's annual golf event on Friday, September 9 at The University Club of Milwaukee (formerly Tripoli) located at 7401 N. 43rd Street, Milwaukee, 53209. The proceeds from this event support all of the teams in the athletic program.
Not a golfer? No problem! Come for dinner and the silent/live auction, or consider sponsoring or volunteering at the event.

Click here to register for the PAA Golf Outing and/or Dinner by August 30.
Click here to volunteer at the PAA Golf Outing and Dinner.
Click here for more information about sponsorships and the silent/live auction.
Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement & Special Events Sarah Zander.

We are excited for the 2022-2023 athletic season! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out at any time to me or Athletic Administrative Assistant Maureen Stowell.
GO DASHERS!
Peggy Seegers-Braun, MS, CIC, CMAA
Athletic Director

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