MR. VANCE'S NEWS FOR THE WEEK
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we enter Thanksgiving Day week, I want to thank you for choosing St. Ignatius for your child’s spiritual formation and academic development. We are very grateful for the many sacrifices families make so that their children can attend our school. During this week, I will offer a special prayer of Thanksgiving for you. May you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving, filled with great food, family time, and fun.
I continue to lift you, our families, up in prayer every day. Please continue to pray for the students, staff, and benefactors of this school. It is a source of strength and support.
In Christ’s Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
A Thanksgiving Reflection
Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude to God, our Creator and Provider,
whose guidance and care go before us...and whose love is with us forever.
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the changes,
Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude to God, our Creator and Provider,
whose guidance and care go before us...and whose love is with us forever.
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the changes,
to remember that we, too, grow and change
from one season of life to another.
Thanksgiving is a time of changing seasons,
from one season of life to another.
Thanksgiving is a time of changing seasons,
when leaves turn golden in Autumn's wake and apples are crisp
in the first chill breezes of fall.
Let us remember the true meaning of Thanksgiving.
As we see the beauty of Autumn,
Let us remember the true meaning of Thanksgiving.
As we see the beauty of Autumn,
let us acknowledge the many blessings which are ours...
let us think of our families and friends..and let us give thanks in our hearts.
- Author Unknown
- Author Unknown
2022-2023 REGISTRATION WILL GO LIVE ON DECEMBER 6
The new student application is now open on our website at "New Student Application." Current students at St. I's can begin registering for the 2022-2023 on December 6. If you know someone who may be interested in our school, please have them email Mrs. Cross at jcross@saintischool.org to schedule a tour.
The new student application is now open on our website at "New Student Application." Current students at St. I's can begin registering for the 2022-2023 on December 6. If you know someone who may be interested in our school, please have them email Mrs. Cross at jcross@saintischool.org to schedule a tour.
ABSENCES AND LATE ARRIVALS
If your child is going to be absent or arrive late to school, the school office must receive a phone call by 9:00 am. You are welcome to also email your child's homeroom teacher, but the school requires a phone call. Thank You!
If your child is going to be absent or arrive late to school, the school office must receive a phone call by 9:00 am. You are welcome to also email your child's homeroom teacher, but the school requires a phone call. Thank You!
CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION GRANTS FOR 2022-2023
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL FEBRUARY 6
If you are in need of tuition assistance, The Catholic Education Foundation has opened the application window for the 2022-2023 school year. Applications are being accepted until February 6, 2022. Please go to: https://catholicbestchoice.org/tuition-aid/k-8-tuition information/ for more information and to apply.
If you are in need of tuition assistance, The Catholic Education Foundation has opened the application window for the 2022-2023 school year. Applications are being accepted until February 6, 2022. Please go to: https://catholicbestchoice.org/tuition-aid/k-8-tuition information/ for more information and to apply.
THANKSGIVING BREAK
School will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on from November 24-26. We look
forward to welcoming the students back on Monday, November 29.
School will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on from November 24-26. We look
forward to welcoming the students back on Monday, November 29.
ST. I COMMUNITY AT BENGALS GAME!
Join the St. Ignatius community at Paul Brown Stadium on Sunday, December 26 at 1:00pm for the rivalry game against the Ravens. Students, teachers, staff, alumni, parents, family and friends will receive the group discount by purchasing through the link shown below.
Section 311 is $57/ticket and section 312 is $43/ticket.
To get your discounted tickets, visit: https://fevo.me/stignatiusloyola
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
STEWARDSHIP: Returning to God the first fruits of your time, talent, and treasure.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 24-26: Thanksgiving break
Nov. 29: School resumes
Dec. 4: First Penance Family Service, 11:00am, Rms. 115, 118, PSR
Dec. 4: First Penance Family Service, 1:00pm, Rms. 109, 111, 114
Dec. 6: Enrollment for 2022-2023 school year begins
Dec. 14: El Rancho Grande fundraiser
Dec. 20-Jan. 2: Christmas break
Jan. 3: Happy New Year! School Resumes
**HEISEL'S HEADLINES**
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING MCCREARY COUNTY!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated new toys and spirit day money to McCreary County! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
SCHOOL NEWS
LUNCH MENU
Week of November 22
Hot Lunch $2.75
Double Entree (grades 4-8) $1.75
Salad Entree- $3.25
Milk/Juice- $0.50
Every meal includes a choice of fruit and milk
Salad of the Week: TACO
MONDAY: Waffles, sausage links, cherry juice
TUESDAY: Corn dogs, carrots w/ dip
WEDNESDAY: No School/ Thanksgiving holiday
THURSDAY: Happy Thanksgiving
FRIDAY: No School/ Thanksgiving holiday
Week of November 29
Salad of the Week: COBB
MONDAY: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes
TUESDAY: Variety quesadilla (mexican or cheese), corn
WEDNESDAY: Mac and cheese, green beans
THURSDAY: Dough pretzels w/ cheese, salad
FRIDAY: Geotta on a bun, tater tots
THANK YOU SIGN GREETERS!
St. Ignatius School would like to thank Sign Greeters Cincinnati for the Graduation sign displayed at the entrance of school. Two out of the five days were free of charge, and we would like to thank Sign Greeters for being so generous. Please follow them on social media!
Website: https://signgreeters.com/greeter/cincinnati-yard-greetings/
Instagram: @signgreeterscincinnati
Facebook: @signgreeterscincinnati
Website: https://signgreeters.com/greeter/cincinnati-yard-greetings/
Instagram: @signgreeterscincinnati
Facebook: @signgreeterscincinnati
GOOD LUCK TO THE 5th GRADE GOTR TEAM!
Tomorrow, Saturday, November 20, eleven St. I girls will run in the Girls On The Run 5K Race at Sawyer Point. Girls from all over Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will be participating and enjoying face painting, crafts, music and, of course, the run! Members of the are Quinn B., Masyn B., Bree B., Sofia C., Lillian C., Maura D., Ava G., Samantha K., Evie L., Lexi S., and Rachael S. A big “Thank You” to their coaches Ms. Frey, Mrs. Siemer, Ms. Telles, Ms. Zimmerman and Mrs. Crowley. Good luck, girls!
CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR THE ST. IGNATIUS FACULTY AND STAFF
Each year, the PTO collects donations from families towards the gifts for ALL of the St. Ignatius staff, which includes teachers, specialists, music, physical education, art, nurse, cafeteria staff, aides, office and administrative staff. All contributions are pooled together and the staff is able to select gift cards from the Shop With Scrip program which is greatly appreciated! The staff works tirelessly to ensure that our students are in the building, are safe, and are learning! Let's really show them how much we appreciate them and all they do for our children! This is also a great way to give a gift to ALL involved in your child’s education. Participation is voluntary, so if you want to give individual gifts, that is also fine.
Pre-labeled envelopes came home with your child last week. If you plan to contribute, please send your family donation to school in these envelopes by Wednesday, December 1. Please write your child’s/children’s name(s) on the envelope along with the grade(s) and send it to school. Checks are welcome and should be payable to St. Ignatius PTO. You can also venmo your donation to me @Stefanie-Kathman. The gift cards will be presented to the staff with a box of candy on the last day of school before Christmas break. Thank you in advance for your participation and contribution to help show our faculty and staff our appreciation!
Please contact Stefanie Kathman at thekathmans1408@gmail.com or 226-9183 or Sarah Holscher at theholschers14@gmail.com with any questions.
Pre-labeled envelopes came home with your child last week. If you plan to contribute, please send your family donation to school in these envelopes by Wednesday, December 1. Please write your child’s/children’s name(s) on the envelope along with the grade(s) and send it to school. Checks are welcome and should be payable to St. Ignatius PTO. You can also venmo your donation to me @Stefanie-Kathman. The gift cards will be presented to the staff with a box of candy on the last day of school before Christmas break. Thank you in advance for your participation and contribution to help show our faculty and staff our appreciation!
Please contact Stefanie Kathman at thekathmans1408@gmail.com or 226-9183 or Sarah Holscher at theholschers14@gmail.com with any questions.
ENRICHMENT NEWS
GIVING TUESDAY: 21st CENTURY LEARNING
Have you seen the updated 1st and 2nd grade classrooms at St. Ignatius? So far, 12 classes (including all of 1st and 2nd grade, and one in Kindergarten and one in 3rd grade) are enjoying new furnishings when they come to school each day. By donating on or before #GivingTuesday, you are supporting the expansion of this 21st century learning environment, specifically, completing the remaining classrooms for our kindergarten students! Please preview the photos and options on our giving page at https://bit.ly/GiveCatholicSaintiSchool, and consider how you would like to participate in #GIVECatholicAOC this year.
Advanced giving begins on Monday! Join us for #GIVECatholicAOC and support 21st century learning for St. Ignatius students. Thank you!
AHG BUSKEN FUNDRAISER ORDER PICK UP TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 4:00-7:00pm
If you placed a pie or cookie order with American Heritage Girls, please remember to pick up your order from the Wildcat concession area on Tuesday, November 23 from 4:00-7:00pm at the concession stand. Thank you
to everyone who supported our organization this year! If you have any questions, please contact Dawn at 204-0202.
If you placed a pie or cookie order with American Heritage Girls, please remember to pick up your order from the Wildcat concession area on Tuesday, November 23 from 4:00-7:00pm at the concession stand. Thank you
to everyone who supported our organization this year! If you have any questions, please contact Dawn at 204-0202.
AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT (ASE)
REGISTRATION OPEN THROUGH
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23
Just a friendly reminder that ASE registration closes this Tuesday, November 23. Please remember to pick 3 separate choices on the form. If you do not pick all 3 choices, your registration will not go through (and there is no way for us to know). Also, registration is not complete until payment is sent in, also due on Tuesday. If you have any questions, please contact:
Stephanie Kramer 379-1044, stephanie.kramer@live.com or JoAnna Brougham 293-6430, joannakduc@yahoo.com.
Classes will be held on three consecutive Tuesdays: January 11, 18, and 25. The cost is $30 per child.
Here is the link to register: https://forms.gle/9zTKunsKkzeBLfKv7
CHESS CLUB 2022
Chess Club will be returning in early 2022 but we are in need of coaches to help teach, lead, and instruct our St. I students, especially those in grades K-3. Without the generous help and support of coaches, Chess Club for our young players will not be able to take place. Please reach out to Stephanie Kramer at stephanie.kramer@live.com for more information or if you are interested in being a coach.
coaches must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
PARENTS OF HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS
Jen Obert, Independent Educational Consultant, licensed school counselor, and St. Ignatius parishioner will be hosting a free virtual College Night for St. Ignatius families. Learn about starting the college search process, developing a college list, and what college admissions reps consider when reviewing applications. The Zoom event will take place Monday, November 29 at 7:00pm. Please RSVP to jenobert@midwestcollegeconsulting.com by Nov. 27.
ACT OF FAITH AND HANDBELL AND CHIME CHOIRS AT 3:00pm CHRISTMAS EVE MASS
The Act of Faith Choir (for fifth and sixth graders) will help in leading the singing at the 3:00pm Christmas Eve Mass that will be held in the gym. We will be rehearsing for this special Mass on Tuesday, November 30, December 7, and December 14 from 8:00-8:40am in the Music Room of the parish office.
In addition, the Handbell and Chime Choir (for seventh and eighth graders) will also be playing at the same Mass. we will be starting rehearsals again for the. These practices will begin on Wednesday, December 1 and will continue on December 8 and 15 from 8:00-8:40am in Loyola Hall.
If anyone is interested in joining either of these groups, please contact Patty Stretch at 661-6565, or you may simply come to the first rehearsal and you'll be signed up at that time. Thank you!
In addition, the Handbell and Chime Choir (for seventh and eighth graders) will also be playing at the same Mass. we will be starting rehearsals again for the. These practices will begin on Wednesday, December 1 and will continue on December 8 and 15 from 8:00-8:40am in Loyola Hall.
If anyone is interested in joining either of these groups, please contact Patty Stretch at 661-6565, or you may simply come to the first rehearsal and you'll be signed up at that time. Thank you!
CONGRATS GIRLS 5/6 GRADE
VOLLEYBALL TEAMS
Congratulations to the girls 5/6 grade volleyball teams for winning 1st and 2nd place in the St. Bernard‘s volleyball tournament!
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
SAINT URSULA ACADEMY
Showcase Night, December 2.
Grade School Basketball Night, December 13.
Registration for both of these events can be found at https://www.saintursula.org/Visit.aspx.
MAGNIFIKID! DAILY ADVENT PRAYERS AND MAGNIFIKID DAILY LENTEN JOURNEY BOOKS AVAILABLE FOR SALE
We are once again offering a bulk rate through the parish for these great resources for your children or grandchildren! Unfortunately, the books will not be in before the start of Advent due to stock and shipping delays.
Reserve your copy by November 24. Both the Daily Advent Prayers and the Daily Lenten Journey books (recommended for ages 7+) come at a reduced rate of $20 total for the pair. Please visit https://bit.ly/MagnifikidDailyAdventLentenBooks to reserve your copies. You'll be contacted via email when the order arrives.
After reserving your copies using the online link above, please drop cash or a check (payable to St. Ignatius) to the parish office, marked with your last name and Advent/Lenten book payment.
More information about these books can be found at https://bookstore.magnificat.net/magnifikid-advent-lenten.html
SAINT STORIES FOR KIDS (AND ADULTS!)
(5 minute podcast)
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the saints but don’t know where to start? Have the saints seemed distant, unrelatable and unreachable? This would be a great podcast for children (and adults!) to check out. Each episode is about 5 minutes, covering basic facts and a fun story about a saint: https://bit.ly/SaintStoriesForKidsPodcast
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY POTLUCK AND MOVIE
NOVEMBER 20
Plan to join us for a potluck dinner and viewing of Babette’s Feast at 6:00pm on Saturday, November 20 in Loyola Hall. We need you to RSVP to contribute to the meal, and so that we know how much meat to prepare: https://bit.ly/YoungAdultDinnerNov2021. Questions? Please contact Brad Macke at 661-6565, ext. 2743 or bmacke@sainti.org.
REDISCOVER YOUR MARRIAGE
Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) simply means 'rediscovery'. The program offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage. 10's of 1000's headed for divorce have successfully saved their marriages by attending. Retrouvaille is not a spiritual retreat, not a sensitivity group, not a seminar, not a social gathering. For confidential information about, or to register for the January program beginning with a weekend on January 7, 8, and 9 2022 call 486-6222 or visit the website at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JESUS 2021
DECEMBER 12
St. Ignatius Parish invites families with young children, ages 10 and under, to celebrate Advent together at our Happy Birthday, Jesus Event on Sunday, December 12 in the Ignatius Center.
Cost is $12 per child (Free for children under 1). Mail or drop payment-cash or check payable to St. Ignatius Church-to the parish office or collection basket in an envelope marked "Happy Birthday, Jesus" along with your family name by November 29.
If you have any questions, please contact Elaine Kroger at 661-6565 x2725 or ekroger@sainti.org.
MEN: DO YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE?
Deacon Tony is not asking for a "Fat Tire" brew, but instead is asking if you, for whatever reason, have stopped moving closer to Christ and the Church He founded? Do you want to continue your spiritual journey and move closer to Him? Or are you satisfied to stay where the flat tire has stalled you?
Get some air in that tire by joining Deacon Tony and the men of the WELCOME team 44 at St. Ignatius school on February 19 and 20.
Please email Mike Essen at messenphone@gmail.com for more information.
