Author Archives: Hannah Testin

February e-Newsletter: In the News

The following are news snippets from the February e-Newsletter highlighting the Pacelli Catholic School system, individual students, alumni, staff, and members of the PCS community who have recently been highlighted for their accomplishments. Pacelli Catholic Schools received the United Way’s Go-Getter Award for outstanding campaign effort from the community’s student population. PCHS senior Jacob Elliott broke the boys basketball […]

Packing for Peru: PCS Students, Families Support Orphanage in Peru

Early morning on January 5, nineteen Pacelli Catholic High School (PCHS) students, parents & administrators packed about 35 suitcases, loaded onto a bus, and began their J-Term journey of servant leadership. Their destination? Casa Hogar Juan Pablo II, the diocesan orphanage in Lurin, Peru. But the contents of the three dozen suitcases were filled with […]

Students Give Thanks & Give Back

Families gathered on Thursday evening at Pacelli Catholic Elementary School-St. Bronislava (PCES-St. Bronislava) in the spirit of giving thanks and giving back. Over 100 people – students, parents and staff – gathered to take part in community building and community service projects this Thanksgiving season. Activities included decorating cookies, making turkey headbands, children’s games, and […]

Portesi Fund Awards Grants to Pacelli Catholic School Programs

The Portesi Fund for Catholic Education has awarded grants for six projects that will enhance the educational experiences in Pacelli Catholic Schools. The projects funded are listed below by school. Pacelli Catholic Elementary School-St. Bronislava Third and fourth graders will receive funding for an interactive SMART Board game called Newzbrain. This exciting and innovative current […]

Pacelli Catholic Elementary School Students Learn How to ACT in Bullying Situations

Students in Pacelli Catholic Elementary Schools learned some important lessons on Tuesday.  There is something they can do to reduce negative behaviors and bullying in their lives. The students participated in an interactive theater presentation with CLIMB Theatre.  CLIMB is an educational theatre organization out of Minneapolis, MN that brings valuable lessons to students throughout […]

Pacelli Catholic Schools Announces New Leadership

July 31, 2015 Nathan Vine, Stevens Point Journal STEVENS POINT – Pacelli Catholic Schools, formerly Steven Point Area Catholic Schools, has announced a new administrative structure beginning Aug. 1. Lead Principal Gregg Hansel will become director of education, supervising all aspects of the educational program for the entire system. In his new role, Hansel will […]