Queen of Martyrs Catholic School

Queen of Martyrs is very excited to announce Coach Mike Rafalin as the new Head Football Coach of the Wildcats beginning in the Fall of 2024. Coach Rafalin graduated from St. Rita High School in 1978 and has coached for over 30 years on the southside of Chicago including 23 years at St. Bede and 7 years at St. Linus. "Coach Rafalin's dedication to coaching and love of teaching the fundamentals of the game will help us establish and grow our program in the years to come. We are very blessed to have him join us," said Principal Stephen Davidson. After a several year hiatus, Queen of Martyrs will form a football team for students in Grades 3-5 with the goal of adding JV and Varsity level teams in the next couple of years. The Athletic Board and newly named Football Coordinator Karen Principato have been hard at work in raising funds to purchase new equipment, ordering new helmets and uniforms, and putting plans in place for a coaching staff and schedule. "I am very honored to have been chosen to help bring Queen of Martyrs Football back into the Southside Catholic Conference and return it to one of the top programs on the Southwest side. Go Wildcats!" said Coach Mike Rafalin. Students must be in Grades 3-5 and be enrolled at Queen of Martyrs School or the St. Gianna Faith Formation (Religious Education Program) to participate. Families interested in learning more about Queen of Martyrs Football and joining Queen of Martyrs School or the Religious Education Program can complete the following pre registration form to receive additional information. https://forms.gle/P39oMcpDnrULyXc97 Go Wildcats!

Attention all QM Families, Alumni, and Parishioners! Save the Date for our Spring Fundraiser: Inspiring a Brighter Future on Sunday, April 14th 1-5pm at Bourbon Street. Join us for food, drinks, live entertainment, a $10,000 Grand Raffle, chances to win great prizes and raffle baskets, and more! This is a +18 or older event. This year we will honor Ms. Mary Ann Cronin, long time educator, with a LifeTime WildCat Award for her 41 years of dedication to our school community. We hope you can join us to celebrate her tremendous contributions and dedication to Queen of Martyrs School. Learn more about the event and ways to support us at https://www.qmschool.com/page/inspiring-a-brighter-future-spring-gala

Dress Down on Wednesday, Feb. 28th with a donation of $2 or more to the "Get Behind the Vest Fund." https://cpdmemorial.org/mission/get-behind-the-vest/ Students should turn their donations in to their teachers on Wednesday morning. Thank you to our Police Officers for all you do for our community! Go Wildcats!

Queen of Martyrs is excited to partner with Young Rembrandts once again to offer a cartoon drawing class for K-5 grade students interested in art. The class will be offered for 8 weeks on Thursdays afterschool beginning on March 7th. Sign up using the QR code provided in the flyer.

Queen of Martyrs is excited to announce the Wildcats Scientist Club (Grades K-4) and QM Science and STEM Club (Grades 5-8) will begin in March! Are you interested in becoming a scientist, love performing experiments, or just love science? This is the club for you! During each session, students in the Wildcat Scientist Club and QM Science and STEM Club will work in the science lab performing experiments and competing in contests. Students will put into practice grade level concepts they learned through STEM and science discovery and experimentation. Visit our webpage at https://www.qmschool.com/page/science to learn more about the club, experiments, and how to sign up!

As part of our Lenten journey, the 6th, 7th and 8th Grade students sent ecards to the kids at St Jude Hospital to wish them well and lift their spirits. So proud of our kids who are putting their faith into action!

Congratulations to our 8th Grade Girls Volleyball Team for winning the Marist Valentines Volleyball Tournament in the Gold Division! Go Wildcats!

FSA will be hosting the St. Baldrick’s Day Event on Friday, March 15, 2024 in the QM Gym. Calling all Wildcats to participate and donate to a wonderful charity that raises funds to fuel research that gives hope to kids with cancer everywhere! All participating students must set up an account via the link attached. https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/QM2024 Father Benedykt will shave his head WHEN we reach $10,000! All donations are greatly appreciated to help reach our goal! Students who would like to participate without shaving their heads can color for the day with a minimum donation of their hair, GREEN $50. If you have any Questions, Comments, or concerns please reach out to Jenna Ruggiero at jenn.ruggiero93@gmail.com.

NO SCHOOL TOMORROW ~ Teacher Professional Development Day!

As a school community yesterday, we began the Lenten Season by receiving ashes. Father Benedykt reminded our students of the importance of prayer, almsgiving, and making a personal sacrifice by giving up something during the 40 days of preparation for the Death and Resurrection of Christ. As part of our observance of Lent, each student will receive an almsgiving box to collect spare change to donate to those in need. We were called to "repent and believe in the Good News of the Gospel" as we begin our Lenten Journey.

Today marks the beginning of Lent...

We cordially invite all families to celebrate our 3rd and 4th grade classes THIS SUNDAY, February 18th - in the QM Gym at 10:30am.

Join us for our QM Little Wildcats Valentine's Day Party on Wednesday at 9am!

Don't forget, reservations for our Father Daughter Dance are due Monday , February 12th!

Kindergarten Scholarships available for the 2024-2025 school year! Become a part of an great faith filled community with dedicated teachers and amazing families! Enrollment Open! https://www.qmschool.com/page/enrollment-process

With the return of Wildcat Football, the Queen of Martyrs Athletic Association is seeking donations for the purchase of new football helmets and equipment for the Fall of 2024. With each donation of $100 or more, donors will receive a game used QM helmet. Supplies are limited! Pickup only! What a perfect souvenir for any QM Football alum to put in their basement for all to see and reminisce about the glory days on the gridiron! Go Wildcats! https://www.qmschool.com/page/donations

As new families entertain the idea of sending their children to Queen of Martyrs School, one of the first things they do is look at online reviews. Do you love QM and what we have done for your child / children? LET THE WORLD KNOW! Your great reviews make a world of difference in helping families decide on where to send their kids to school. Log on to these websites and let the new, prospective parents know just how wonderful QM is!

Yesterday we celebrated 100 days of school at Queen of Martyrs! Our Preschool, Kindergarten and 1st grade classes had lots of fun with special learning activities and dress up! Let's keep up the great work!

Enrollment is open for the 2024-2025 school year. Become a part of a great faith-filled community! Visit our website under admissions to learn about how to enroll and scholarship opportunities for New Families and Kindergarten! https://www.qmschool.com/page/enrollment-process

Congratulations to QM 3rd Grader Nora Roossien who placed First Overall in the Cub Scout Pack 3637's Pinewood Derby last Sunday! Go Wildcats!