MR. VANCE'S NEWS TO USE THIS WEEK
FEBRUARY 26, 2021
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We have made it 3½ quarters of the school year! What a celebration, and it is hard to believe that the 2020-2021 will be entering the last quarter soon. After all this snow, I am looking forward to spring and getting outside on a more consistent basis.
After serving St. Ignatius for 34 years, I am announcing that Mrs. Laura Sieve has decided to retire at the end of the school year. She has served this community in the classroom for 20 years and as an administrator for 14 years. In addition, she attended school here as a child and has been a long time faithful parishioner. I am sad for us but very happy for her and wish her the only the best. I have truly valued and enjoyed my time with her these past three years. Her care and compassion for children is always evident. She is committed to St. Ignatius, she demonstrates compassion in her interactions with students and adults, and most of all she is a dedicated and faith filled person. Please join me in celebrating with Laura!
St. Ignatius prides itself on providing a remarkable faith filled academic experience for our students. We have attached the list of scholarships that out current 8th graders have been awarded to this Wire. This list represents $1.5 million dollars in awards to help defray
the costs of tuition. We are very proud of the Class of 2021! Please join us in celebrating their many successes.
the costs of tuition. We are very proud of the Class of 2021! Please join us in celebrating their many successes.
Quarter 3 midterm reports were emailed this week. If you did not receive one, please contact the office and we will resend it.
These are unprecedented times, but we are resilient.
These are unprecedented times, but we are resilient.
These are challenging times, but we are hopeful.
These are stressful times,
but we place our trust in Christ to carry us through.
Please continue to keep all St. Ignatius students, staff, and families in your thoughts and prayers.
In Christ's Peace,
In Christ's Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
UPCOMING EVENTS
February 28: Track and Field deadline
March 8,9: Remote learning days
March 10: Remote learning only if necessary
March 12: No School, Teacher In-Service/School of Faith 12:30pm
March 20: 7th Grade Confirmation Retreat, 9:00am-3:00pm, church
June 7: Deadline to order Yearbook
GENTLE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMINDERS
2021-2022 SCHOOL CALENDAR DRAFT
Please see the draft of the 2021-2022 school calendar for planning purposes. It is still a draft because all the Sacrament dates have not been confirmed yet.
GOT NEWS TO SHARE?
St. Ignatius staff can help spread the word! The correct email for Wildcat Wire is wildcatwire@saintischool.org. The Wildcat Wire deadline is noon on Wednesday for Friday publication. Content is subject to approval by Mr. Vance and staff.
The best email to use for church communications including Insight, Flocknote, bulletin, social media, and website is communications@sainti.org. You can also submit articles or announcements online at https://sainti.org/church/st-ignatius-of-loyola-announcement-submission-form/. Content for the Spring 2021 issue of the Insight newsletter is due March 1. The bulletin deadline is noon on Thursday, 10 days before publication. Content is subject to approval by Fr. Fernandes and staff.
The best email to use for church communications including Insight, Flocknote, bulletin, social media, and website is communications@sainti.org. You can also submit articles or announcements online at https://sainti.org/church/st-ignatius-of-loyola-announcement-submission-form/. Content for the Spring 2021 issue of the Insight newsletter is due March 1. The bulletin deadline is noon on Thursday, 10 days before publication. Content is subject to approval by Fr. Fernandes and staff.
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH IS
PRUDENCE:
"Making good
decisions in specific circumstances."
decisions in specific circumstances."
NOTES FROM THE NURSE
Hello everyone,
Our COVID numbers have remained low for awhile now. Please continue to enforce mask wearing, handwashing, etc. to keep this under control.
We are now seeing a small amount of stomach bug illness starting, so good handwashing is especially important!
Water bottles:
We are now seeing a small amount of stomach bug illness starting, so good handwashing is especially important!
Water bottles:
I have kept a small supply on hand for those with bad headaches and such but word has gotten out and a lot of kids are coming in asking for them. Please send your child to school with a refillable water bottle to use throughout the day.
PreK and Preschool screenings:
PreK and Preschool screenings:
I am starting to work on vision and hearing screenings per state requirements. I will contact you if there are any concerns about your child's screenings.
SCHOOL NEWS
LUNCH MENU
Week of March 1
Hot Lunch-$2.50
Double Entree (grades 4-8) $1.50
Salad Entree-$3.25
Milk/Juice-$0.50
Every meal includes fruit and milk
Salad of the Week - Cobb
Garden Salad on Fridays during Lent
Garden Salad on Fridays during Lent
MONDAY: Mac & cheese, green beans
TUESDAY: Pepperoni and cheese breadsticks, salad
WEDNESDAY: Popcorn chicken, corn
THURSDAY: Pancake and sausage on a stick, hashbrown
FRIDAY: PBJ or strawberry or cinnamon bagel, gogurt, carrots w/ ranch
CONGRATS 8TH GRADE ARTISTS!
Congratulations to 8th grade artist Josef Z. for designing the front cover for the 2020-2021 yearbook! Other 8th grade winning drawings will go on the back of the yearbook. These were drawn by Thomas G., Ben K., Maren M., Claire B., and Alyssa B.
CONGRATS KYLE G.! AND MATHCOUNTS
Congratulations to Kyle G. for representing St. Ignatius in the first round of MATHCOUNTS chapter competition on February 5. He ranked 6th out of 110 competitors and advanced to the Chapter Invitational yesterday. We are proud of Kyle and his accomplishments, and can’t wait to see his results from this week. Congratulations, Kyle!
ENRICHMENT NEWS
AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS AND BUSKEN SALE
TOMORROW AND SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27 AND 28
American Heritage Girls (AHG) will be taking orders for Busken cookies and cakes outside of church after Masses tomorrow and Sunday, February 28. Thank you for supporting this ministry! There will also be order forms and envelopes in the back of church, outside the parish office, and attached to this Wire. All orders and payment must be received by the parish office by Sunday, March 7.
Parishioners may pick up their freshly baked cakes and cookies at the Concession Area on Saturday, April 3 between 3:00-4:00pm. For any questions about the Busken Sale or more information about American Heritage Girls, please contact Troop Coordinator, Elena McSwane at emcswane@yahoo.com or 225-5779. Thank you for your generosity!
American Heritage Girls (AHG) will be taking orders for Busken cookies and cakes outside of church after Masses tomorrow and Sunday, February 28. Thank you for supporting this ministry! There will also be order forms and envelopes in the back of church, outside the parish office, and attached to this Wire. All orders and payment must be received by the parish office by Sunday, March 7.
Parishioners may pick up their freshly baked cakes and cookies at the Concession Area on Saturday, April 3 between 3:00-4:00pm. For any questions about the Busken Sale or more information about American Heritage Girls, please contact Troop Coordinator, Elena McSwane at emcswane@yahoo.com or 225-5779. Thank you for your generosity!
FAMILY BECOME WHAT YOU ARE!
NEW WEEKLY PARISH VIDEO
The time is right to dig deeper into God’s vision and plan for family life! That is why Brad Macke, our Director of Adult Faith Formation and Outreach, started a new weekly video series on becoming the family we were created to be based on a rich spiritual and theological foundation. Past episodes include topics such as:
**“Marriage as an Image of God”
**“Marriage as an Icon of God’s Love for Us”
**“Family Life is a Path to Holiness”
**“Family Prayer”
**“Family, Finances, and Faith”
Check out both the upcoming and past episodes here on our website: http://bit.ly/FamilyBecomeVideoSeries.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY!
Planning for the future is hard especially when you are still paying for the past. Listen! There’s a better way! In Financial Peace University, you’ll learn how to beat debt and make a plan for the future. Sign up for our class at St. Ignatius and start your 14-day free trial of Financial Peace at fpu.com/1133144.
Classes will be in the Fr. Gratsch room behind the parish office on Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm, beginning March 4 and ending May 13. The cost is $59.99 for 9 weeks, which includes the online platform with budgeting resources. Safe. Confidential. Limited space.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING IN A FOOD PANTRY THIS LENT?
If you have ever thought about volunteering your time and talents in a food pantry, now is the time to call St. Leo's at 921-1044. The pantry is opened to clients on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00-3:00pm, and volunteers are needed from 12:30pm to 4:00pm. You can also help by dropping off canned goods, such as beans, fruits, vegetables, and tuna at St I's. Put your donated goods in the 2 drawer metal cabinet that is located in the lobby of the parish office. Thank you and God bless you for volunteering and donating food.
