St. Bruno Parish School

08/20/2026

Meet our new Music teacher, Ms. Pytel!

Jessica Pytel is a versatile musician and educator based in Janesville, Wisconsin. She currently offers string lessons at Voigt Music Center and runs the Saint Jane String Program with Elaine McDonald at Saint John Vianney Catholic school.

Jessica has a strong dedication for music education. She discovered her passion for teaching during her undergraduate studies as a member of the Illinois State University’s String Project program. While teaching private lessons and group classes, she also led orchestra rehearsals directly alongside the string faculty at ISU. In her graduate studies at BGSU Jessica served as the graduate teaching assistant for the string technique classes. She was also the lead teacher for BGSU’s Music Plus program where she lead orchestra rehearsals for students from lower-income areas. One of her favorite experiences was working with the Wood County PATHE program, which brought music to students with severe behavioral and social-emotional needs. Jessica draws experience from several educational approaches and strives to create an environment that is accessible to students of all ages and backgrounds. She is a firm believer that music is for everyone.

Originally from Elgin Illinois, Jessica graduate from Illinois State University in 2022 with a B.M in Music Performance. In 2023 she completed a Performance Certificate at Bowling Green State University and graduate with her M.M in Music Performance at Bowling Green State University in 2025.

08/11/2026

Still feeling unsure about where to send your child this fall? 🏫
Worried the cost of an excellent Catholic education is too high? 💵
Fear not!
St. Bruno is a proud participant in the School Choice Wisconsin voucher program, where qualifying families can provide their children with a TUITION-FREE Catholic education!
The enrollment window closes in just 9️⃣ days.
Visit https://stbrunoparish.com/wisconsin-parental-choice-program for more information.
Enroll today! 🍎✏️

07/31/2026

07/29/2026

Come see us at Hartland Kids Day!

07/25/2026

📣 School Families 📣

Walk, bike, or scoot with us during tomorrow's DOUSMAN DERBY DAYS parade! Meet at Wolf Paving by 10:30am.

07/17/2026

Hello, St. Bruno Parish School families! 👋My name is Hunter Bruckner, and I am excited to be joining St. Bruno as the new 4th grade teacher. I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. After completing my student teaching in a second-grade classroom, I gained valuable experience substitute teaching in local schools, where I further developed my passion for helping students learn and grow.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family hunting and fishing 🎣, as well as competing in archery tournaments 🎯. I am grateful for the opportunity to join the St. Bruno community and look forward to a wonderful year of learning, growth, and faith-filled experiences together!

07/15/2026

☀️ Beat Summer Boredom: DIY Sidewalk Chalk Stained Glass! 🎨

Looking for an easy, outdoor activity? Turn your driveway into a colorful masterpiece! It keeps kiddos busy for hours and washes away with the hose.

📋 What You Need:
Sidewalk chalk
Painter's tape
Driveway or sidewalk space

🛠️ How to Do It:
Tape: Crisscross tape on the ground to create geometric shapes.
Color: Have kids fill in each section with bright chalk.
Reveal: Peel up the tape to show sharp "stained glass" lines!

📸 Show us your artwork! Drop a photo of your kids' masterpiece in the comments below! 👇

07/15/2026

Come visit St. Bruno Parish School at Hartland Kids Day! 🎈 Join us at Nixon Park on Wednesday, July 29, from 9 AM–1 PM. Be sure to stop by our booth—we'd love to meet you!

07/09/2026

Free music. Tacos. Shaved ice. Tonight. 🎶🌮🍧

We’re hosting a FREE outdoor concert with tonight and you won't want to miss it. Grab your lawn chairs and your favorite people and come hungry!

⏰ Music starts at 6:30pm. See you there!

07/07/2026

Hello St. Bruno Families! 👋 My name is Jessie Smith and I am the new principal for the ‘26-’27 school year. I graduated from UW-Whitewater with my teaching degree and taught mostly middle school for 15 years. I taught at St. Anthony’s Milwaukee, Fontana Jt. 8, and East Troy Community School District. I then went back to get my master’s degree from UW-Oshkosh. After I received my degree I was the Dean of Students at East Troy Middle School.

After my interview at St. Bruno’s, I knew that this was more than a school and I wanted to be a part of something great. When I am not at school, I enjoy reading 📕, running 🏃‍♀️, and playing all different board games with my family👨‍👩‍👧. I am looking forward to a great school year filled with many memories!