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CON TENTS FIFTH GRADE SCIENCE - PAGE 3 VIRTUES AT BBCS - PAGE 4 FINANCIAL REVIEW - PAGE 5 WINE TASTING - PAGE 6 FOSTERING THE FAITH - PAGE 7 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT - PAGE 8 VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT - PAGE 10
STRENGTH IN THE STORM FR. MIKE WOEMPNER
“The important thing is not so much that every child should be taught, as that every child should be given the wish to learn.” -John Lubbock I see that above quote being lived out at our Bishop Baraga Catholic School. Walk into any classroom, and the atmosphere is one of joy, genuine concern from the students, a love of learning, and a spirit of mutual support between teacher and students, and students with one another. In the past four years, our enrollment has increased from 108 students to 129. At a time when many schools are seeing a decrease in enrollment for a number of reasons, BBCS is growing! It’s not hard to see why. Did you know that our curriculum is being adapted by other schools in the diocese? There is a creativity at BBCS among our faculty and staff, under the leadership of Mr. Husing, that is attracting other educators. Page 1
CATHOLIC LIBERAL ARTS ADAM HUSING PRINCIPAL
The Diocese of Marquette is moving all nine of its Catholic Schools to the liberal arts model of education. For many, this begs the question: “What is Catholic Liberal Arts?” The answer lies in the past. Here is what The Institute for Catholic Liberal Education has to say: “The crisis of modern education points to what is missing at its foundation: a real understanding of the nature of a young person and his or her ultimate purpose. In contrast, the Catholic intellectual tradition rests on a deep conviction about that nature and purpose: we are made in the image and likeness of God, and we are created to be with Him forever. Authentic Catholic education is fosters the intellectual, moral, and theological virtues that make us fully human and happy; ultimately to become like Christ. The primary focus, then, is not on mere facts and skills to be acquired for college and career readiness. Rather, Catholic liberal education respects the dignity of the young person. It connects children’s minds, hearts, and souls with the truths beyond the facts so that what they know will transform their lives. The desire for God is written on the human heart because man is created by God and for God. God never ceases to draw man to himself. Only in God will he find the truth and happiness he never stops searching for. … But this search for God demands of man every effort of intellect, a sound will, “an upright heart”, as well as the witness of others who teach him to seek God.” (The Catechism of the Catholic Church, 27, 30) (http://www. catholicliberaleducation.org) Bishop Baraga Catholic School is a mission of hope for those who seek to liberate or free their minds by seeking wisdom and virtue.
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We can all take pride in our school. To me, it is a Beacon of Light in a culture that seems to be losing its way. We are forming the future of our Church and our society by instilling in them the teachings and values of our Catholic Religion. At a recent Education Council Meeting, we talked about the strengths of our school; here are a few that were mentioned: 1) a very gifted faculty and staff; 2) a strong Catholic Identity, and 3) supportive families. Let’s continue to support our wonderful Bishop Baraga Catholic School!
CHOOSING THE LIBERAL ARTS WHAT CURRICULUM IS BEST? RETURNING TO LIBERAL ROOTS
This is the age-old question, isn’t it? Every few years we hear about new ideas, techniques and approaches in the realm of eduction. Many of these miss the mark. It is difficult to see why, as a parent that simply desires the very best for their children. The answer lies at the end. At the end of a person’s life, what is truly valuable for them to have learned? If we know what we want a student to have read, studied, discussed, by the time they are an adult, we can work backwards, and decide what is best when they are six. For centuries, the Church led with the liberal arts (liberal meaning, wide and varied) and a wide-ranging intellectual curriculum fostered vocations, holy men and women and some of the greatest cultures of the world. In America, curriculum has come to mean profits. Profits for textbook manufacturers, technology developers and any toy-maker that will help us get a “head start” on learning. No wonder we are all confused on what is best. What is the Church’s take? Well, She seeks to fully form every person-body, mind and soul. This means exposing students to a wide array of important subjects. What makes a subject important? A subject should enlighten students to that which is true, good, and beautiful.
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UPPOSE THAT GOD IS NOT A FEELING BUT A FACT. IF HE EXISTS THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE, NOT JUST ABOUT SOME THINGS BUT EVERYTHING, INCLUDING ETHICS, POLITICS, SCIENCE, LITERATURE, ENGINEERING, BUSINESS AND RELIGION, IN A WORD, THE ENTIRE CURRICULUM.
Here is an illustration: Imagine a 12inch ruler. Many would view education as the ruler held vertically. They would seek to expose the student to just a few subjects and go very deeply into each - JOHN SENIOR one. A liberal arts education is like holding the ruler horizontally. The student is exposed to a wide variety of subjects. than simply studying English. Students At one time or another, we have all learn, memorize and discuss Truths been in awe of a young person that seems of the Catholic faith. Students get the “well rounded”. This is a great example opportunity to speak and present in of the aim of a liberal arts education. front of their peers-gaining valuable What does the Church say makes a communication skills. Finally, students “well rounded” individual? They are learn the value of writing clearly and one that discusses Truth, morals and consciously to present their ideas. dilemmas. They are one that gets to The liberal arts continue to be relevant. form opinions on modern-day issues as Through the upcoming years, we will well as those as old as time. This well continue to implement more of the rounded student is one that is exposed liberal arts into our curriculum. It is our to a broad array of learning so as to goal to extend into the high school years broaden themselves as much as possible. so as to give students four more years of a Recently, the public debated which our liberal arts education. country needs more: philosophers or Becoming a well rounded individual welders. This is the age-old argument will lead to success no matter where of either-or. The Church’s answer is, our students find themselves--welder or we need welders that philosophize! You philosopher or anywhere in between. see, good decisions need to be made, no matter the profession. Beauty needs to be sought no matter the socio-economic status. God’s truth should be known, no matter the value of one’s bank account. What do the liberal arts look like at Bishop Baraga Catholic School? Students memorize poetry and the classical, beautiful works of our culture. They study Latin as a means of learning English grammar better Page 2
HANDS-ON SCIENCE NEW DELTA SCIENCE IN FIFTH GRADE APPLYING SCIENCE TO THE WORLD AROUND
“Wow it’s working! I can see the cloud forming! The ice is cooling the water vapor!” These are some of the things one would have heard students exclaiming during a recent fifth grade science class at our school. Fifth grade teacher, Karen Hackstock, cannot say enough positive things about the new Delta Science Curriculum that the school is implementing. This science program is built around hands-on activities, such as the Creating a Cloud Activity, that students were engaged in recently. There is no text book with this program, rather students learn life, Earth, and physical science concepts through a series of hands-on activities. Students keep a Science Journal throughout each topic of study and share lab reports, notes, ideas, and observations with the entire class. This science program allows students to learn by doing, which is how science should be taught. BBCS fifth graders are currently finishing up their first Science Module for this year called Weather Forecasting. The students worked for approximately six weeks building a weather station, observing, recording, and interpreting the weather conditions (rainfall, wind data, temperature, and barometric pressure), plotting fronts, isobars, and isotherms on national
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weather maps, and distinguishing different cloud types. Over the span of the Science Module students learned how to keep accurate records and to use them to create weather forecasts. Another excellent component of the Delta Science Program, is the tests that go along with each module. Students complete a four-part assessment over a period of a few days. The first part is a hands-on assessment, where students must individually replicate some of the lab assignments they completed during the module, explaining things to the teacher while she observes. The second and third assessments are written tests that focus on visual analysis and critical thinking skills, and the fourth and final test is a comprehensive written test that ties together all the important concepts presented during the Module. The response from students and parents has also been overwhelmingly enthusiastic. The students of course love learning science by doing, and the parents enjoy watching the enthusiasm and growth of their children. “I have had several families come forth offering to purchase more modules for our classroom because they are so pleased with this curriculum,” states teacher, Karen Hackstock. “We feel very blessed that we have such generous families, who want to help us put the very best learning opportunities into the hands of our students.”
BEAUTY INSIDE VIRTUES ARE GIFTS WE CARRY WITHIN
An essay submitted by Mrs. Julie Gendron If you spend even a small amount of time at Bishop Baraga Catholic School;
either waiting in the hallway to pick up a student, volunteering, or stopping in the office, there is a good chance you will have the opportunity to observe virtues in action among the students, staff and faculty. As a parent, my heart does a little charismatic song and dance of “thank you, Jesus! Hallelujah!” to see the virtues lived out in the halls, classrooms and on the playground where my children see them every day. As a social worker, I have learned how imperative the grade school years are to the formation of one’s moral conscience. As a parent, I do not doubt that for the seven hours each school day that I entrust my child to BBCS, their conscience is being formed by solid Christian teaching including the virtues. I do not doubt because I have
seen virtue in action since my first child started school here. For the month of October, you may have noticed the virtue “Affability” written on the blackboard outside the
BBCS office; affability meaning being easy to approach and easy to talk to. One of the easiest ways to be an approachable person is to smile and this may be one of the most commonly observed virtues within the walls of BBCS. It is seeing the new student welcomed with friendly grins and a spoken, “Do you want to play with us?” It is the student who opens the door for someone with a giggle and “Hello!” It is the staff and volunteers that offer a compassionate, heartfelt expression
along with a band-aid or an icepack when a student scrapes their knee or bumps an elbow. Or the teacher that takes the time to patiently teach an old school mom (ahem…like me) the new way of learning math, and laugh with her along the way. It is in seeing a smile on the face of a student, staff, teacher, parent or anyone who walks through the building because the smiles are always present and plentiful at BBCS. Blessed Mother Teresa said, “Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.” It is so obvious that the love of Christ is present at BBCS. As a parent, it inspires joy to know my children are witnessing, learning and living the virtues because I know it is forming the adult they will become in the future.
Rev. Janusz Romanek, Pastor Corner of Prospect and “A” St. Iron Mountain Masses Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Confession Sat. 11 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.
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FINANCIAL REVIEW
BUSINESS MANAGER’S NOTES:
Budget Highlights: increasing enrollment, continuing commitment to fundraising, increasing tuition receipts
ALL ACTUAL FIGURES FOR YEAR-END 2014-15
We continue to focus on fundraising and third-source funding for our school. With the addition of the Wine Tasting and Golf Outing in recent years, we feel that we have events everyone can enjoy! Enrollment continues to climb each year and our student retention is very good (enrollment this year is at 129!). Our endowments are expected to under perform this year. Thus, you may notice an increase in fundraising activity in an effort to offset the projected loss. FUNDRAISER INCOME 2014-15
REVENUE
NET FUNDRAISER INCOME 2014-15
Tuition and Fees Tuition Angels Parish Subsidies Diocesan Revenue Endowment Income Donations/Fundraising Other
$201,531 $16,988 $281,978 $47,572 $221,067 $108,800 $2,056 $879,992
$50,000 $42,079
$40,000 Annual Fund Drive
$30,000
Super One & Econo Receipts Scrip
$20,000
Wine Tasting
$10,000
Golf Outing 52- Club
EXPENSES
Salaries and Benefits Administration Financial Aid Scholarships Instructional Materials Busing Occupancy Capital Outlay
$595,176 $163,360 $36,518 $30,512 $3,780 $30,021 $28,493 $887,860
ENROLLMENT & TUITION RECEIVED ENROLLMENT TUITION
0
2011-12
2012-13
125
108
$186,032
$170,467
CAPITAL OUTLAY
Prior to the start of the school year, we transitioned the computer lab into a multi-purpose room. We use it as a computer lab, art room, and lunchroom (all laptops securely put away at that time). We’ve added Chromebook laptops to our lab and the students say they perform better than traditional laptops. Also, we fixed a leak in the roof. CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Last year was the final year of our Capital Campaign funds. We used the money to improve the building and grounds, purchase Chromebooks, update lighting, 2013-14 2014-15 floors, bathrooms and outdoor area. 114
119
$187,444
$201,351
PARISH SUPPORT SUBSIDY INCOME
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2011-12
2012-13
2013-14
2014-15
$261,092
$261,097
$232,000
$281,978
TUITION ASSISTANCE
We believe that each parent that seeks a BBCS education for their children, and cannot afford full tuition, should be assisted to the best of our ability. Thus, last year we gave over $16,000 to families and $12,000 in tuition benefits to staff with students at our school (under Administration Expense). Funds for this effort come from the Msgr. Elmer and Trapasso endowments as well as Diocesan funds and our Tuition Angel donors. Thank you for helping with this effort!
SECOND ANNUAL WINE TASTING POUR YOUR HEART OUT
Our wine tasting benefit event at Pine Grove Country Club in October was an overwhelming success! With just over 100 attendees, and an evening of fine food and wine, everybody remarked this was our best event yet. New this year were the addition of a wine-pull raffle, 50/50 drawing and raffle basket giveaways. We also held a live-auction where bidders could win a
dinner with an area priest, a lunch-andlimo ride with Mr. Adam Husing, or custom wine glasses. The wine tasting event netted over $4,000 to benefit our school. Funds from the event will go into our general budget. Thank you to those that attended and those area businesses that sponsored the event. We could not be successful without you!
UPCOMING EVENTS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
January 31-February 6, 2016 BISHOP BARAGA LEGACY DINNER
Friday, February 26, 2016
WINE TASTNG SPONSORS DICKINSON COUNTY HOSPITAL ST. MARY QUEEN OF PEACE ERICKSON-ROCHON & NASH FUNERAL HOME, INC. G&G LUMBER MILLER FLORAL DR. KRISTI AND BRIAN OLSON BLAGEC BROS. NORTHERN CARPETS PRO TECH LUBE CENTER CLASSIC CARPET CARE ROMAGNOLI’S HOMETOWN LUMBER EDWARD JONES INVESTMENTMATT LOCKHART SPIRO’S DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT ANTONIO’S SUPER ONE FOODS
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FOSTERING THE FAITH SAINTLY HERITAGE
MIDDLE SCHOOL RESERACH PROJECT
One of the great culminations of our liberal arts education is the middle school saints project. Each year, sixth, seventh and eighth grade students select a Saint of the Church to study. First, they check out a book from Ms. Asam’s well-stocked library to learn about the Saint of their choice. In addition to the information presented in the book, students conduct further research to learn about the symbols of the Saint, their feast day and date of canonization. Next, students then record the important points and events of that person’s life onto notecards. The notecards will later serve as the means for their 3-minute speech on the Saint. Students are graded on how well they speak in front of the class, if they are able to maintain eye contact, if they have a captivating introduction and if they hit upon the important highlights of the holy person, among other things. As a part of their speech, students create poster board visual-aids for students to enjoy and learn from.
Finally, students also write a two to three-page paper containing much of the information from their speech. Each year, the middle school students look forward to taking an in-depth learning approach to a different holy man or woman of the Church. The project allows them to use all of the skills they have developed up until this point – reading, comprehension, note taking, and writing a paper. As well, students in the middle school enjoy the challenge of presenting in front of a group, refining their presentation skills and getting up in front of their peers. The Saint Project is just one of the ways we take all of the skills students are learning and pull them together in one big way.
DID YOU KNOW?
ARMATA BIANCA PRAYER GROUP
Our school started an Armata Bianca family rosary prayer group in March 2014. Armata Bianca (White Army) is an international movement that was started in 1973 for the purpose of consecrating children to God through the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Once children make their first holy communion, it is necessary to help them form lives of prayer: thus, Armata Bianca. Armata Bianca groups meet weekly as families to pray the rosary together, to teach children about prayer and penance, and to help them understand the power of prayer. Along with having the opportunity to lead some of the rosary prayers, each child is asked to state an intention for their prayers that day and can offer sacrifices they have made in the past week. Meetings are Mondays from 3:30-4:15pm at St. Mary and St. Joseph’s and are open to all! For more information, check out ArmataBianca.org. Page 7
SEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS PERFORM A PLAY ABOUT ST. JUAN DIEGO AND THE MIRACLE OF THE TILMA.
SALT CRYSTAL CHRISTMAS TREES - 6TH GRADE
EXTRA HELP NEW RTI INSTRUCTOR
STUDENTS RECEIVE EXTRA HELP AS NEEDED
Angela (Dougoveto) Oller is once again back at Bishop Baraga Catholic School - this time as an instructor. Angela attended our school (then, Dickinson Area Catholic School) from kindergarten through eighth grade and taught kindergarten here for a year upon graduating college in 1998. “It’s so nice to be back!” she remarked. This marks her first year as Response to Intervention (RTI) Aide. She works with students across grades that need extra help with their studies. “ I am teaching phonics, reading, math and any other subject teachers request. I work
ALUMNI
SPOTLIGHT
After graduating from Dickinson Area Catholic School, Todd Gingrass attended Iron Mountain High School and graduated in 1994. He went on to attend Michigan Tech University majoring in Electrical Engineering. While at Michigan Tech, Todd was involved in Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity where he served as Vice President and President. Todd graduated from Michigan Tech in 1999. In 1996, while still attending MTU, Todd started working in the summers for CCI Systems (formerly Cable Constructors) here in Iron Mountain. This ended up turning into his full time career after college and is still where he works today, holding the position of Director of Cable and Media Solutions. In his position, Todd gets
one-on-one or with small groups of students to reinforce concepts and provide extra support for the teachers and the students,” she reports. Angela brings thirteen years of classroom experience in Catholic schools along with her. She has taught kindergarten, third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade. Angela has been away from the classroom now for four years and is happy to be working with children again. “It has been a real pleasure getting to know the students of BBCS. They are polite, kind, and fun to work with. I am looking forward to a wonderful year!”
to create new solutions for telephone and cable operators all around the world as they design, build and maintain their networks to provide voice, video, and data solutions to residential and commercial customers. Todd commonly speaks at many industry events helping service providers improve the solutions they offer. Todd lives in Iron Mountain with his wife Kelly and their two children, Abram and Aurelia.
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TUITION ANGELS HELPING FAMILIES AND STAFF JUST OVER 35% TO OUR GOAL
Tuition Angel
BISHOP BARAGA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
You’ve done it! You’ve given us a great start on student and staff scholarships for the year! You have donated over $16,000 to the Tuition Angels fund! Our goal is $46,000. One BBCS parent notes, “This is our children’s first year at Bishop Baraga Catholic School. We are so impressed by the excellent education they are receiving, in addition to the wonderful opportunities to grow in their faith that the school provides. Our attendance would not be possible without the help of Tuition Angels. We are truly appreciative of your sacrifices and keep you in our family’s daily prayers!” Another parent says, “My children attend Bishop Baraga Catholic School, due in large part to the school’s Tuition Angels Program. By the grace of God, my children are receiving a superior education in a religious setting. The school’s staff is phenomenal and the students are welcoming. I, as a mother, Page 9
could not be more grateful for such a unique opportunity.” Tuition Angel funds are used to help families that seek out a BBCS education for their children but cannot afford the full tuition amount. In addition, staff members receive a discount on tuition for their children. Our endowments typically help with this expense, however they are projected to under-perform this year. To donate to the fund, simply mark your donation “Tuition Angels.” Stop in our office, drop a check in your parish collection basket.
SCHOOL SUPPORTERS
Your support allows us to succeed! DONORS JULY 1 - PRESENT
Alison Alquist Maureen Anderson Jeanette Asam Mr. & Mrs. Francis Brouillette Michele Carroll Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Caswell Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Cecconi Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Claverie Mr. & Mrs. Lea Ellis Drs. Paul and Angela Fornetti Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Fornetti Drs. Kristi & Ted Fornetti Mrs. Mary & Dr. Ted Fornetti Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Freeman Mr. & Mrs. Donald Gabbert Mary Gagala Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Gauthier Betty Gingrass Letitia Guinter
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Hackstock Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Hanson Mr. & Mrs. David Karban Mr. & Mrs. Marshall Kesler Mr. & Mrs. Bob Korschner Mr. & Mrs. Terry LeHouillier Mr. & Mrs. Joe Limback Mr. & Mrs. John McCole Mr. & Mrs. Scott Meiner Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Menghini Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Menghini Laurie Moln Sue Noskey Beatrice Occhietti Mr. William Paupore Heddy Pearson Mr. and Mrs. Mike Richards Mr. & Mrs. Al Tobey Mr. & Mrs. Steven Wentarmini Mr. & Mrs. Dan Wentarmini
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Antonio’s B’s Country Cafe & Catering Blagec Bros. Classic Carpet Care Dickinson County Hospital Dr. Kristi and Brian Olson Econo Foods Edward Jones Investments-Matt Lockhart Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home, Inc. G&G Lumber Hometown Lumber Miller Floral Monette’s IGA Northern Carpets Northern Michigan Bank & Trust Northwoods Manufacturing Pro Tech Lube Center Romagnoli’s Spiro’s Downtown Restaurant St. Mary and St. Joseph St. Mary Queen of Peace Super One Foods The Bakery Shop
A HERITAGE OF GIVING VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHT INVOLVED TO BE INVESTED
Kelly Olson is one of the many volunteers who helps our school run smoothly each and every day. Kelly recently helped while our school secretary was out of the office due to illness. Kelly and her husband John have seven children, three of whom attend BBCS. Two of their children are in pre-kindergarten—Wyett and his twin brother Kaleb, and their daughter Maryann is in first grade. Having been a supporter of BBCS for many years, Kelly is a familiar face around here. Prior to enrolling her children at BBCS, she would purchase – and still does purchase – Scrip gift cards at the school office. She explained why the Scrip gift card program is a ‘win-win’ program for the school: “I figured that since I was going to make the purchases anyway, I would purchase Scrip gift cards for those stores and I would be giving back to the community at the same time.” (BBCS’s Scrip program sells gift cards out of the school office – and also out of the four local parish offices—American Martyrs, Immaculate Conception and St. Mary Queen of Peace, and St. Mary and St. Joseph—to hundreds of different local and national businesses, with a portion of the proceeds coming back to BBCS.) Though Kelly is non-Catholic, her reasons for choosing BBCS are similar to many Catholic families. “We chose a Christian-based education for our children because of the community-oriented sense of family in a Catholic education,” Kelly said. “We also really like the smaller class sizes and the good sense of morals and respect that is taught. Bishop Baraga Catholic School is full of the feeling of love and understanding.” She was also surprised to find out that there are many families like hers. “I found it an interesting fact that approximately twenty percent of the students at Bishop Baraga School are non-Catholic,” she said. “I thought there were a lot fewer nonCatholics at the school.” Kelly also believes it is very important to volunteer in her childrens’ school. “Volunteering in their school shows our children how important their education is,” she explained. “If you can show excitement about being in their school, it’s easier
for them to be excited about being there.” Kelly has also benefited intrinsically from volunteering at BBCS. “I find myself being drawn to the Catholic faith and the Church. I feel that if I have my children learning the Catholic faith, I should learn what they are.” She is also involved in other committees at BBCS. This is Kelly’s second year Sedation, Family, & Cosmetic Dentistry as the BBCS Parent Association treasurer and has also been making NATIONWIDE FOR 55 YEARS time to attend the education committee meetings and the marketing committee meetings. Thank you, Kelly, for your commitment to INTEGRITY • INSPIRED • INVESTED www.mjelectric.com our school! Page10
STAFF
Pre-K Mrs. Jennifer Gauthier Kindergarten Mrs. Meredith Pipp First Grade Mrs. Laurie Moln Second Grade Mrs. Cathy Menghini Third Grade Mrs. Marci Ellis Fourth Grade Mrs. Ann Brown Fifth Grade Mrs. Karen Hackstock Middle School Miss Jeanette Asam Mrs. Sheila Caswell Mr. Joe Limback Specials Mrs. Gloria Koerschner Mr. Bill Morrison Mr. Craig Recla Mrs. Aimee Tatangelo Mrs. Brenda Wilkey Business Mgr. Mrs. Annette Meiner Office Mrs. Adrien Brzoznowski Custodial Mr. Brad Hicks Principal Mr. Adam Husing
EDUCATION COUNCIL Chairperson
Mrs. Kristin Sommerfeld Mr. Tony Carobine Mrs. Monique Claverie Mrs. Dianne Gauthier Mrs. D’Nelle Kelly Mrs. Jane Lebouef Mrs. Cathy Menza Mrs. Jen Raiche Mr. Ryan Sanders
Mrs. Julie Gendron Mrs. Karen Hackstock Mr. Adam Husing Mrs. Victoria LaFave Mr. Joe Limback Mrs. Annette Meiner Mrs. Sarah Nieschulz Mrs. Kristin Sommerfeld Rev. Mike Woempner
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DESIGNER & PUBLISHER
Mrs. Jen Raiche
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IN THEIR OWN WORDS
WE chose to have our daughter attend Bishop Baraga due to
the smaller class sizes, the friendly environment and the spiritual influence. As a parent, one of the hardest things to go through is watching your child struggle with learning (and, in turn, crying over having to attend school). This year has been a huge change. Aurora is actually excited to go to school each day. S he is much more positive about her academics which is a huge relief. Aurora comes home with positive stories everyday about her new friends, wonderful teacher and excellent school system! BBCS has been an excellent change for our family!
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- TIM & JACKIE MCCARTHY PARENTS OF AURORA
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