MR. VANCE'S NEWS FOR THE WEEK

MARCH 11, 2022

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Yesterday, a team of school administrators from Cincinnati and one from Toledo area took time to assist us in completing our State of Ohio Accreditation. This team spent many hours reviewing three years of a self-study completed by St. Ignatius, and confirmed that we are in compliance with all state standards. In addition, they reviewed two goals that will guide us for the next 5 years. One of the goals is an academic goal and the other a Catholic Identity goal. The team interviewed many of the teachers in order to best understand the two goals, and then helped with suggestions on how we can implement them. The final stage of this process happens in Columbus as they will review and affirm all the work that has been completed. This process is necessary for us to continue to receive state funding for the school. I am so proud of our staff for their hard work and commitment to this process.

This weekend, our 7th grade students will participate in their Confirmation Retreat. I ask that you take a minute and remember this group of children as they prepare to be fully initiated into the Church. The Confirmation ceremony will take place at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains on Wednesday, March 30.

Thank you to everyone who made a donation to our spirit day collection. It was great to see all the blue and gold in the building! $4,500 will be sent to the Catholic Ukrainian Epachy of St. Josaphat in Parma. Bishop Bohdan Danylo is a friend of Fr. Fernandes and he will make sure the money gets to the needy in this war-torn area. Thank you for your generosity, and please pray for peace.

Our mental health staff have created a resource if your child is having difficulty with processing the war in Ukraine. Please check the flyer attached to this Wire for more information.

Today our students and staff celebrated the life of Saint Ignatius. 400 years ago, March 12, 1622, Ignatius of Loyola was canonized a Saint. Students went on a scavenger hunt throughout the building learning facts about St. Ignatius, enjoyed a special treat at lunch, and received a blessed prayer card about him.

I continue to lift you and all St. Ignatius families in prayer every day. Please continue to pray for the staff, students, and benefactors of this school. Continue to offer a special prayer for those students preparing for First communion and Confirmation. It is a source of strength and support. May you and your family feel Jesus’ presence every day.

In Christ’s Peace,
Mr. Kevin Vance
Principal

SCHOOL COMMITTEE SEEKING 3 NEW MEMBERS

The St. Ignatius School Committee is seeking three new members for the 2022-2023

school year. The role of the committee includes policy setting for the school that is reflected in the parent/student handbook, and members also serve as an advisory group to the principal. Meetings are held throughout the school year at least four to five times. Members also assist with the Ice Cream Social for new students in August and Open House in January during Catholic Schools Week. Members are asked to serve a three year term.

Interested parents should complete the nomination form by Monday, March 21.

The application form is located at https://forms.gle/5uMXfGYJ1JXK1ap2A. Please note, an election will be held and your answers from the google form shared as part of the election process if there are more than three applicants again this year.

Please direct any questions to Peggy Sullivan, School Committee Chair,at mmargaretsullivan@yahoo.com. We hope you will consider applying to join the School Committee.

SUPPORTING YOUTH AFFECTED BY THE WAR IN UKRAINE

Please see the attached flyer regarding information about talking with your child about the war in Ukraine sponsored by the National Association of School Psychologists. For more information about resources regarding anxiety and supporting mental wellness, please go to https://www.nasponline.org/.

ESAP SCHOLARSHIPS

Seventh grade students and parents, please note that ESAP Scholarship applications are due March 16.

VIRTUE OF THE MONTH

MERCY: Caring for those who suffer.

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 12: 7th Grade Confirmation Retreat 9:00am-3:00pm

March 14: PTO Meeting, 7:00pm, Loyola Hall

March 17: End of 3rd quarter

March 18: No School/ School of Faith/ Teacher In-Service

March 25: Spirit Day/ Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly

March 28: Report cards

March 30: 7th grade Confirmation

HEISEL'S HEADLINES

We have another one of Mr. Foley's 5th graders who has conquered "The Highwayman" poem! "The Highwayman," by Alfred Noyes, is widely known to be "the best ballad poem in existence for oral delivery." Mr. Foley challenged his 5th graders to present the poem to the class, and Jackson R. rose to the challenge. 17 STANZAS!! He did an amazing job! https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43187/the-highwayman

SCHOOL NEWS

LUNCH MENU

Week of March 14

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: COBB

MONDAY: Round cheese pizza, strawberry and cream, salad

TUESDAY: Hot dogs, Baked Lays
WEDNESDAY: French toast sticks, hash browns

THURSDAY: Baked Potato w/ Bacon, Cheese, Broccoli (Happy St. Patrick's Day)

FRIDAY: No School/ School of Faith

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

PTO MEETING MARCH 14

Join us Monday, March 14 at 7:00pm in Loyola Hall for our PTO meeting!

SAVE THE DATE!

SATURDAY, MAY 14
The PTO is excited to host our first annual Family Movie Night for all St. Ignatius families on Saturday, May 14 on the lower athletic fields. More info coming soon!

TIME TO ORDER YOUR 2021-2022 YEARBOOK!

It is time to order your 2021-2022 yearbook! Please go to www.strawbridge.net, and follow four easy steps. Softcover books are $21, and hardcover are $26. Name on cover is an additional $5.

Online Code is YB114370

Deadline to order is July 1.

PHOTOS NEEDED FOR THE YEARBOOK
The yearbook committee is looking for photos of sports, service events, school activities, Halloween, homeroom group pictures, etc. All pictures can be sent to Saintiyearbook@gmail.com.

PI MEMORIZATION COMPETITION

MONDAY, MARCH 14

The Pi memorization competition will be held on Monday, March 14. Students will be asked to recite as many digits as they can to their math teacher before noon on that day. The digits of Pi will be available from your math teacher or you can find them online. Please see Miss Koch with questions.

SPORTS NEWS

CONGRATS GIRLS 5/6A BASKETBALL!

Congrats to Girls 5/6A basketball team for winning the St. Jude tournament. Players include Olivia K., Jayda S., Anna M., Brooklyn T., Charlotte H., McKenzie I., Aubrey B., Lily M., Kara B.

ST. IGNATIUS KINDERGARTEN SPORTS SIGN UPS

Sign ups for Kindergarten sports, including soccer, football, and cheerleading will begin in April. For more information, and to register, please go to www.saintiaa.org, or see the attached flyer.

**If you know of an incoming Kindergarten family, please share this information with them.

ENRICHMENT NEWS

CONGRATS ST. I MARLINS!

Exciting news! Aubrey B., Maura D., Sidney F., and Jacob M. will be swimming this weekend for the Cincinnati Marlins at the Ohio Junior Olympics. This is a huge honor, and takes a lot of hard work and dedication to qualify. Good Luck at Junior Olympics!

ENRICHING KIDZ AT ST. IGNATIUS
Enriching Kidz is offering two classes, Kidz Home Alone (for grades 4-6) and Better Baby Sitting (for grades 5-8) here at St. Ignatius. More information is available on the attached flyer and at EnrichingKidz.com.

ST. IGNATIUS DRAMA PERFORMING SOMEWHERE IN OZ!

MARCH 18 AND 19 AT OAK HILLS HIGH SCHOOL

St. Ignatius Drama is performing Somewhere in Oz! Order tickets by submitting this form:
Somewhere in Oz Ticket Order Form
Cast members are in all shows, and lead parts are assigned to Cast 1 or Cast 2.

The show will take place at Oak Hills High School. Tickets will be sent through school or available at Will Call. Tickets are nonrefundable. General seating. Show dates and times:
Friday, March 18: 5:30pm Cast 1
Friday, March 18: 7:30pm Cast 2
Saturday, March, 19: 1:00pm Cast 2
Saturday, March 19: 3:30pm Cast 1
Price: $8 per ticket

Please contact saraoverstake@yahoo.com with questions. Thank you!

HIGH SCHOOL NEWS

LaSALLE

Clothing Drive 2022, Clothing for a Cause. La Salle will be collecting gently used clothes, linens, and shoes to donate to Matthew 25: Ministries from March 17 through April 1. Community drop off dates in front of the school are March 20 from 12:00-4:00pm and March 27 from 12:00-4:00pm. If you have any questions, please contact Campus Ministry at campusministry@lasallehs.net. Thank you for your support.

MOELLER

Summer Camps. A wide variety of academic and athletic camps for boys and girls in grades K-8. Registration is available at https://moellercamps.campbrainregistration.com/.

MOUNT NOTRE DAME

High School Placement Test Prep program, to empower eighth grade girls to be more confident and prepared. Registration is available at https://www.mndhs.org/summer-camps-2022/.

Summer Camps. Several camps are already reaching capacity. Registration is available at https://www.mndhs.org/summer-camps-2022/.

SETON

Summer Camps. With a wide variety of special interest and athletic camps available, there is sure to be something for everyone. Register online at www.setoncincinnnati.org.

SEASON OF LENT

As we begin the season of Lent, we invite you to journey with us toward Easter! The resource page, https://sainti.org/church/lenten-resources/ has multiple resources such as the Confession Schedule, Stations of the Cross information, Almsgiving options, Lenten Mission by Fr. Richard Veras, fasting information and more! We hope and pray that this Lent may be a fruitful time for you to deepen the roots of your prayer life to bear abundant fruit at Easter and beyond.

ST. IGNATIUS PIG ROAST IS BACK!

SATURDAY, JUNE 4
After a two-year hiatus, the Pig Roast committee has started planning for this year’s event. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, June 4 to celebrate our wonderful coaches and volunteers. There will be dinner, live music, adult beverages, and much more. All are welcome to join! Be on the lookout for more information and advertising for this awesome event in the upcoming months.

PARISH SOCIAL AT WEST SIDE BREWING

MARCH 19

Join us on the Feast of St. Joseph to close out The Year of the Family, celebrating the Joy of Love! St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish is hosting a social at West Side Brewing (3044 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211) on March 19 from 5:30-9:30pm. This is an open Social! We are hosting this event to welcome all members of the St. Ignatius of Loyola community, new and old! Join us for: • Scavenger Hunt with prizes• Appetizers and cookies provided by parish• Soft drinks, beer & wine available for purchase • Free giveaways • Jill's Mobile Kitchen (food truck) • Small World Band begins at 8:00pm. This is a great way to engage with and meet more members of the St. Ignatius Community!