News Detail
January 26, 2026
“Do justice, love goodness, and walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8
Dear DSHA community,
“The road of mercy leads us to the heart of God......Act justly, love tenderly, walk humbly with your God,” is the opening lyric and chorus of "The Road of Mercy," which we have been singing at our Thankful Thursday Masses during the preparation of the altar. This song aligns with our scriptural theme for the year.
The Thankful Thursday Mass last week was our Respect Life Mass. Catholics nationwide were encouraged to pray for an end to abortion and a greater respect for all human life, including topics such as euthanasia, climate concerns, and immigrants and refugees. These topics are of interest and concern to our daughters. At Mass last week, I was reflecting on the opportunity our daughters have to learn about these complex topics through the lens of faith.
If you’d like to learn more about what the Catholic Church teaches, there are many resources on the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops website.
Two-week outlook
Parent engagement survey
DSHA Parent Engagement and Communication Survey | As part of the While Child Education Immersion focus groups this fall, parents shared valuable feedback about opportunities to strengthen communication and deepen parent engagement. While strong teachers’ responsiveness and parent-to-parent connections were noted as strengths, parents had ideas about school communications and parent engagement. This survey is intended to gather your input to help DSHA improve how we communicate, build belonging among parents, and create more meaningful opportunities for partnership between the school and families.
It is in this spirit of goodness, collaboration, and care for our daughters that we invite you to take this short survey by Friday, January 30. Take the survey
Academic Updates
NEW! Course Selection is Closed | Course selection for 2026-27 closed on January 25. If you have any questions, please reach out to your daughter's 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
Learn About DSHA's Salvatorian Global Scholars Honors Program | This is the third year of DSHA implementing the Salvatorian Global Scholars program. Global Scholars learn the mission of the Sisters of the Divine Savior by exploring human kindness, rejoicing in cultural diversity, and finding common humanity across cultures and the curriculum. The Sisters of the Divine Savior is an international congregation of more than 1,000 sisters ministering in 26 countries on five continents.
In alignment with the mission, global scholars prepare for higher education and careers in which intercultural knowledge, critical thinking, communication skills, and multilingualism are assets. In addition to academics in core subjects, scholars pursue electives geared to developing a worldview and cultural awareness. They participate in co-curricular activities, service, and intercultural experiences that tie their academics with experiences outside the classroom. Your daughter may register for the Global Scholars program by contacting Academic Dean Erin Housiaux, World Languages Department Chair Susie Romero, World Language Faculty Thomas Head, or a school counselor.
Questions? Contact Academic Dean Erin Housiaux.
From the Dean of Student Affairs
NEW! Parking Passes Now Available | Parking passes are available for purchase for any student who currently has their driver’s license. Passes are $125 for the remainder of the year. If a student is interested in purchasing a pass, she should contact Executive Administrative Assistant Dawn Hathaway in the Main Office.
Weather-Related Cancellations | As we get deeper into winter, please review the DSHA snow closing procedures.
Submit Senior Photos | We know seniors are beginning to have their portraits taken! Submit your senior photos directly to Jostens, our yearbook company, by February 1.
You may choose any professional photographer for your senior portraits. However, to ensure a cohesive and high-quality yearbook, please follow these important guidelines when selecting the photo to submit:
- Headshot only: Close-up portraits help with clear identification and visual unity in the yearbook. Yearbook staff will crop if needed.
- High-resolution images: For the best print quality, use a digital camera and save the image in a large format.
- File format: Save the image as a JPG file, titled using the format LastName_FirstName.jpg
Submit your photo
Campus Ministry Updates
NEW! Catholic Schools Week | Catholic Schools Week runs Monday, January 26-Friday, January 30. Here's what's in store:
- Monday, January 26
- Tutus and tiaras
- Gr8 Lengths
- Tuesday, January 27
- Minion day — see the graphic for each grade's theme
- Blood drive; must be 16 or older; permission slips available in room 109
- Wednesday, January 28
- Dress as Elphaba or Glinda
- Pancake breakfast in the Quad
- 8 a.m. Mass
- All-day Eucharistic Adoration
- Thursday, January 29
- Senior vs. staff basketball game
- Friday Night Lights — see the graphic for each grade's dress-up theme
- Friday, January 30
- Wear silly accessories
- All-school Mass
NEW! Service Hours Reminder | All service hours are due April 20. Check in with your daughter to make sure she has a plan to complete these hours. X2VOL is regularly updated with opportunities. You can read the full service requirement and contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson with any questions.
NEW! Fr. Silas to Speak at Holy Family Parish | DSHA Chaplain Fr. Silas, SDS, will be speaking at Holy Family Parish in Whitefish Bay on March 12 at 7 p.m. He'll be discussing how we can turn our ordinary lives into opportunities for discipleship as well as offering space for reflection. This is a great way to spend the Lenten season!
Holy Family Parish is located at 4825 N. Wildwood Avenue in Whitefish Bay. Parking is available behind the school off Marlborough Avenue and in the Wildwood Avenue lot.
Chaplain Hours with Fr. Silas | Fr. Silas will be available every Wednesday morning from 7:45–8:45 a.m. in the chapel or Campus Ministry. You’re welcome to stop by to talk, ask for guidance, or receive the sacrament of reconciliation. We will also celebrate 8 a.m. Mass; it lasts about 20 minutes.
Questions? Contact Director of Campus Ministry Stephanie Monson.
Student Services Updates
NEW! Save the Date for a Presentation on Screen Time and Social Media from Children's Wisconsin: On February 24, 6-7:30 p.m., Children's Wisconsin Therapist Emi Orr will lead the event in the DSHA Commons. This presentation is open to DSHA and MUHS families. “Screen Time, Social Media, and your Adolescent Child" Presentation, led by Emi Orr, Children's WI therapist.
Social media and screen time play a powerful role in today’s teens’ mental health and well-being. Join Emi Orr, psychotherapist with Children’s Wisconsin and in-house therapist for DSHA and MUHS, for an informative evening exploring the benefits and risks of technology use, the impact of screen dependence on mental health, and practical strategies for helping teens build a healthy relationship with technology. Parents and caregivers will gain valuable tools, tips, and resources to support a more balanced and healthy home environment. If you have any questions, please reach out to Director of Student Services Maria Schram. RSVP by February 20
Student Services Counselor Resource | If your daughter experiences sadness during the winter, she may need some help feeling more like herself. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition in which individuals feel sad or unlike themselves when the season changes. We have resources to help! Please click here to read a fact sheet. Please click here for a Spanish version.
Questions? Contact Student Services Administrative Assistant Katie Hoffmann, DSHA '02.
College Counseling Updates
NEW! PSAT Practice Exams | Revolution Prep is providing FREE practice tests for DSHA students. Sophomores are encouraged to take the PSAT practice test, but the tests are open to all students. The PSAT (Preliminary SAT) is a standardized test taken by high school juniors to practice for the SAT. It helps students become familiar with the SAT format, identify strengths and weaknesses, and qualify juniors for National Merit scholarships.
Choose from one of these practice exams:
- Saturday, February 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., live online
- Sunday, February 22, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., live online
NEW! Individual Junior Meetings | Director of College Advising Kristin Shea has started meeting with each junior to help start the college search and share information on the college application process here at DSHA. Testing Coordinator/College Assistant Amy Lund will be scheduling the meetings.
NEW! College Applications Update | Mid-year report request forms became available on January 14 when Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea met with all seniors during their English class to discuss this procedure. Students should check the school's admission requirements to confirm if they need to submit mid-year transcripts. Students who are deferred should send a mid-year transcript to the deferred school(s) and follow the directives from that university.
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NEW! College Night Thank Follow-Up Information | College representatives provided valuable information on the college search, financial fit, testing, application process, and more on January 8. Thank you to the following colleges and organizations for supporting DSHA:
- Alverno College
- Indiana University
- Kent State University
- Lawrence University
- Marquette University
- Mount Mary University
- Providence College
- Revolution Prep
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- University of York
Junior students and junior parents will receive an email containing handouts and some information shared during the presentations.
Questions? Contact Director of College Counseling Kristin Shea.
Applied Wellness Updates
Applied Wellness is in full swing this Spring semester. The wellness program is a choice-based program with weekly requirements. Students engage with the intention of learning about breaks they enjoy and allowing themselves a weekly break from academics. Since it is choice-based, students need to prioritize wellness and plan. Experiences are offered every day, but there are limited spots within each, so students need to be mindful to choose their day and experience at the start of the week to solidify their experience of choice. School attendance, organization, and time management skills are embedded within the Applied Wellness program.
Questions? Contact Applied Wellness Director Joanna McQuide, DSHA '93.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Updates
NEW! New Date for Next Dasher Dialogue | This month's Dasher Dialogue has been moved to February 12. Students are invited to attend an optional Dasher Dialogue focusing on loving your neighbor.
Optional Dasher Dialogues have been a part of the fabric of DSHA for the last nine 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.
Questions? Contact Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cynthia Blaze.
From the Business Office
Tuition Fees | Second-semester course fees have been invoiced through your Blackbaud Tuition account as part of the February billing. Payments for these courses are due by February 15. Parents, you may make your payments by logging into your Blackbaud Tuition account or submitting your payment to the DSHA Business Office Monday through Friday between the hours of 8-4 p.m.
If you have any questions or need additional information regarding the fees invoiced, please contact the DSHA Business Office or by phone at 414-721-2916.
From Our Parent Associations
NEW! Parent Association | The next Parent Association Meeting is Tuesday, January 27 at 8:30 am. Stop in early for coffee and conversation starting at 8 a.m.! All parents are encouraged to attend. We'll be hearing from Athletic Director Kevin Roethe and our school administration.
Questions or want to join? Contact PA President Sue Miller. Become a member
Volunteer at DSHA
Parent Fine Arts Association Meeting on Tuesday, February 3 | Join us at our next meeting on February 3 at 7 p.m. in the DSHA Board Room. We are a fun group, and we would love for you to join us!
Last Call to Join the PFAA for 2025-26 & Apply for Summer Scholarships | The PFAA supports all the fine arts at DSHA. Dues are only $25 a year, and your contribution will go far. A reminder, your rising sophomore, junior, or senior becomes eligible for a summer scholarship if you joined the PFAA by January 31. If you are a member by then, the application for summer scholarships will come up in your daughter’s myDSHA account on February 1. All applications must be submitted by your student no later than February 28 for consideration. Click here to learn more and join the PFAA.
NEW! DSHA to Host WSMA Music Festival | DSHA is once again hosting the Wisconsin School Music Association's Solo and Ensemble Annual Music Festival on February 20-21. It was a great success last year; our girls had "home court" advantage, and our visitors were impressed by both our facility and our hospitality. We're delighted to do it again, but we need your help! Please sign up here for a volunteer spot or to donate to ensure that we once again host a fantastic festival! Questions? Contact Parent Fine Arts Association President Emma Gillette
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, the Parent Association (PA), Parent Fine Arts Association (PFAA), and PAA (Parent Athletic Association), provide opportunities for parents to meet and work together. The parent chairs of the PA, PFAA, and the PAA invite you to become involved by supporting these organizations with your time and voluntary dues. Dues are $25 per association.
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Dasher Athletics
NEW! Basketball Season Update | We're midway through basketball season. All three teams have shown growth and are looking for further support as they head into the second half of the season. The JV2 team is currently 5-7 with a recent win over the University School of Milwaukee, and the JV1 team continues to play at a high level with a record of 9-3. The DSHA varsity basketball team currently has a record of 10-4 with recent wins over Brookfield Central and Waukesha North/South.
NEW! TSC & Senior Night for Basketball | The DSHA Varsity Basketball team will celebrate TSC night on Tuesday, February 3, against Menomonee Falls High School. Senior and senior parent night will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 17, before warm-ups of their 7 p.m. game (approximately 6:30 p.m.) at DSHA vs. Wauwatosa West. We will honor players Madeline Brown, DSHA ’26; Emily Frank, DSHA ’26; Maria Hilbert, DSHA ’26; Lillian Lancaster, DSHA ’26; Mia Minessale, DSHA ’26; and Margaret Richburg, DSHA ’26. Additionally, DSHA will honor team managers Grace Hodges, DSHA ’26, Meghan Quesnell, DSHA ‘26, and Mara Tyrrell, DSHA ’26.
NEW! Senior Night for Gymnastics | The gymnastics team will celebrate senior night on Wednesday, February 11 at their meet at West Allis Hale against Port Washington. We will honor Lucy Elgersma, DSHA ’26, Tirza Getty, DSHA ’26, and Mary Stith, DSHA ‘26.
NEW! National Letter of Intent Signings | The following Dashers will sign national letters of intent at early lunch on Wednesday, February 4:
- Maddie Brown, DSHA '26, will play volleyball for Winona State University
- Maggie Brzezinski, DSHA '26, will swim for Catholic University
- Journey Franz, DSHA '26, will play softball for Florida National University
- Maddie Hodges, DSHA '26, willl row for Creighton University
- Emily Kitowski, DSHA '26, will play volleyball for St. Norbert University
The final national letter of intent signing day is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15.
NEW! Spring Tryout Dates and Locations
NEW! Spring Tryout Dates and Locations
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Special Events
Join Us For the Love of DSHA! | DSHA's annual auction is coming up on Saturday, March 14. This event is our biggest fundraiser of the year; it's also a wonderful way to connect with the DSHA community and enjoy a night of fun!
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Exclusive Auction Items for Sale | Before the bidding begins for DSHA's annual auction, For the Love of DSHA, we’re offering our community a special opportunity to make an early impact.
A collection of exclusive pre-auction items is now available for purchase. These items are perfect for early supporters who want to help kickstart fundraising.
Volunteer at DSHA
NEW! Auction Volunteers and Donations Needed | We need your help to make this year's auction incredible! We're looking for volunteers to help set up the day prior to the auction and to help at the event on March 14.Additionally, we're accepting donations from our Amazon wishlist, as well as donations of wine, spirits, and gift cards — all worth $25 or more. Donations can be dropped off at the Main Office, attention Cassandra Aranda.
Volunteer for the auction
Shop our Amazon wishlist
Questions? Contact Director of Volunteer Engagement & Special Events Cassandra Aranda.
From the Development Desk
Support the DSHA Annual Fund | Donating to the DSHA Annual Fund makes a difference in the education of every young woman attending our school. Each year, all members of the DSHA community are asked 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 $1,000,000. Please help us reach our goal by making a gift today. Gifts of all sizes make an impact on our students. Make a gift
Questions? Contact Senior Director of Development Julie Felser.
For Future Dashers
Dasher Kickoff is February 4 | Help us welcome the class of 2030! Volunteer parents are needed to serve as ambassadors during this event on Wednesday, February 4 from 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. As a volunteer, you'll be in the hallways greeting and interacting with the class of 2030 parents and students. Please reach out to Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy Scott, DSHA ’10, if you can help.
7th Grade Visit Days | Do you know a current 7th grader interested in DSHA? We’d love to see them this spring so they can experience a day in the life of a Dasher.
Contact Director of Admissions Financial Aid Ann Duffy Scott, DSHA '10, or Admissions & Marketing Assistant Grace Grahek, DSHA '21, with any questions. DSHA is Hiring
NEW! DSHA is Hiring | Join our amazing network of professionals at a 2025 Journal Sentinel-recognized Top Workplace. DSHA is currently hiring for:
- Summer Cool instructors
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Contact Human Resources at careers@dsha.info for more information or with any questions.
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