Mr. VANCE'S NEWS TO USE THIS WEEK
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Dear Parents and Guardians,
It is hard to believe, but Tuesday, November 22, is the last day of our first trimester! We anticipate report cards will be sent home the week after Thanksgiving.
Tomorrow, Saturday, November 19, our eighth-grade students who want to attend a Catholic high school, will take the High School Placement Test. This test is used to determine the level of classes student will be placed in freshman year, and to qualify students for scholarships. We wish our students the very best as they take the test.
A big thank you to our staff and all the parents who participated in the 470 Parent/Teacher Conferences last night. It was great to see everyone in the building with lots of smiling faces!
As we approach Thanksgiving, we take time to offer thanks to God for all that we have been given. We are forever grateful for the gifts of life, family, a roof over our heads, food to nourish our bodies, prayer to enrich the soul, and for the sacrifices you make for your children to attend St. Ignatius.
As we approach Thanksgiving, we take time to offer thanks to God for all that we have been given. We are forever grateful for the gifts of life, family, a roof over our heads, food to nourish our bodies, prayer to enrich the soul, and for the sacrifices you make for your children to attend St. Ignatius.
“Good and gracious God,
we give You thanks today, as we do all days,
first and foremost for the gift of creation and the gift of life.
We ask You to bless this food, that it may nourish us and
sustain us, and strengthen our ability to do Your will.
sustain us, and strengthen our ability to do Your will.
We pray in thanksgiving for all the hands
involved in bringing it to our table.
involved in bringing it to our table.
You tell us, Lord, that to whom much is given,
much is expected.
May this meal and the fellowship we enjoy
not only serve as clear reminders of Your love of us,
but of Your call for us to share Your love
and to serve our brothers and sisters,
especially those most in need.
especially those most in need.
We ask this as we ask all things,
through Christ, our Lord. Amen.”
We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and we hope that this holiday is filled with fun family experiences and time with friends. Please join me in praying that this school year is filled with wonder and awe for our students. I pray, also, for the happiness and success of all our students, families, and staff.
In Christ’s Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
In Christ’s Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
Parent/Teacher Conferences, Monday, November 21
Just a gentle reminder that Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Monday, November 21, beginning at 4:10pm.
Just a gentle reminder that Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Monday, November 21, beginning at 4:10pm.
Thank You for Your Generosity for The Toy Drives
A big thank you to all families who participated in the toy drives for St. Leo’s and McCreary County, Ky. The children in these parishes will be able to celebrate a joy-filled Christmas due to your donations and kindness.
Busing from Northwest Local School District
We have been informed that due to staff shortages, bus routes could be canceled day to day. Students riding a Northwest bus should have a backup plan in case their route is canceled. Please go to https://docs.google.com/document/d/10_fyw5vKnNjtdlTRrue3z_gYwilkXb5HQjdRv42Q-Zs/edit every Friday after 5:00pm to check for cancellations.
VOLUNTEERS AND SAFEPARISH
ALL volunteers must be registered in SafeParish. Please log into your account and make sure you are up-to-date with all modules and requirements. If you are new to SafeParish, you need to make sure you have completed the “online background check.” Log into your account, go to “user info” and make sure all requirements have the box filled in next to them. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Heisel at aheisel@saintischool.org.
CONGRATS ELLIE G., AVA P., AND REAGAN A!
Congratulations to 8th graders Ellie G., Ava P., and Reagan A.! Their design was selected for the 8th grade class T-shirt out of 7 entries that the students voted on. Thanks to all of the students for their participation and creativity in their designs. What a great showing of school spirit for the Class of 2023!
NOVEMBER VIRTUE OF THE MONTH:
HUMILITY
"Accepting your limitations and God-given talents"
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nov. 21: Last chance to sign up for Seeking Our Savior on December 4. (ages 10 and under)
Nov. 22: End of first trimester
Nov. 22: Dewey's Pizza fundraiser, 3:00-9:00pm
Nov. 23-25: No School/ Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov. 27: First Sunday of Advent. https://bit.ly/StIAdventOpportunities
Nov. 30: Listening session for parents of adult children no longer practicing the Catholic Faith at 7pm in the Ignatius Center
Dec. 3: 2nd grade First Penance Service, 11:00am or 1:00pm
Dec. 6: Youth group Family Event: Dinner and Holy Land Meditation; 6:00pm
Dec. 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Holy Day of Obligation. Masses at 7:00am, 9:15am, 2:00pm, and 7:00pm
Dec. 8: National Night of Prayer for Life, 9:00pm-1:00am
Dec. 9: Spelling Bee
Dec. 9: Mike Davis Perfect Storm Advent concert/reflection 7:00pm
Dec. 10: Rorate Mass at 6:30am, Candle Light Mass
Dec. 15: Dr. Andrew Sodergren, MTS, PsyD (lead psychologist of Ruah Woods Psychological Services) speaking on “Understanding Sexual Identity” at 7:00pm in Loyola Hall.
Dec. 20: Kindergarten Grandparent Christmas Concert
Dec. 20: El Rancho Grande fundraiser, 11:00am-10:00pm
Dec. 21-Jan. 2: No School/ Christmas Holiday
Jan. 9: PTO Meeting
Dec. 31: Deadline for Girls Basketball, 2nd grade Instructional League
Feb. 13: NO SCHOOL/ RAFFLE INCENTIVE DAY
SCHOOL NEWS
LUNCH MENU
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
Week of November 21
Salad of the Week: BLT
Strawberry or Cinnamon Bagels,
PBJ or cheese and crackers are also available
MONDAY: Mini waffles, yogurt, cherry juice or salad
TUESDAY: Hot dogs, Baked Lays or salad
WEDNESDAY: No School
THURSDAY: Happy Thanksgiving
FRIDAY: No School
Week of November 28
Salad of the Week: Chicken Caesar
MONDAY: Chocolate chip french toast, hashbrown or Salad
TUESDAY: Popcorn chicken, corn or salad
WEDNESDAY: Mac and cheese, green beans or salad
THURSDAY: Stromboli, carrots w/ dip or salad
FRIDAY: Mini corn dogs, baked beans or salad
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
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
5TH GRADE GOTR TEAM!
This Saturday, November 19, sixteen 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 St. I team are Willow B., Camryn B., Megan C., Evie C., Elise F., Sabrina G., Brianna G., Finley H., Lydia K., Maggie K., Katherine M., Natalie P., Avery S., Olivia S., Evie S., and Brooklynn Y. A big “Thank You” to their coaches Ms. Grause, Mrs. Hericks, Ms. Zimmerman, and Mrs. Crowley.
Good luck, girls!
DAD'S WEEK IN CAFE
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14 THROUGH
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20
Every year, we welcome dads to work in the cafeteria the week before Christmas break! We need six dads per day, so grab your friends, and come ready to "sling some hash!" Your children will be happy to see you. A fun time will be had by all! The time commitment each day is 11:00am-1:30pm.
Please email Beth Reynolds at breynolds@saintischool.org to sign up!
**Remember, ALL volunteers must be current in SafeParish.
AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT 2023After School TUESDAYS, JANUARY 10, 17, and 24!
Join friends and fellow schoolmates for three weeks of fun, education, and excitement in our ever popular After School Enrichment program! We will have some of our highly sought after classes returning, along with some new ones! Please go to
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1brc9xgJzAuB0NhTz48uL5aRa6GyXUgZc_CVjmPGDJnQ/edit?usp=sharing for a full description of the program and classes. Information is also attached to this Wire.
Sign-ups require registration via the google form at
and a $35 per student registration fee.
Registration and payment are due by 3:30pm on Tuesday, December 6.
Sign ups for parent volunteers will be sent out after registration closes.
PTO MINUTES AND INFORMATION
DId you miss our PTO Meeting on November 14? Please go to https://sainti.org/school/saint-ignatius-pto/ to see the minutes from Monday, and learn more about how you can help our school!
There will not be a meeting in December, so join us at our next meeting on January 9, 2023!
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 staff are able to select gift cards from the Raise Right program with the money collected, which is greatly appreciated! The faculty and staff are working tirelessly to ensure that our students are receiving an excellent education in a faith-filled, safe environment. Let's show them how much we appreciate them and all they do for our children! This is an easy and great way to give a gift to everyone who is involved in your child’s education. If you want to give your own gifts that is also fine.
Pre-labeled envelopes came home with your child earlier this week. If you plan to contribute, please send your family donation to school in these envelopes by Wednesday, December 7. Please write your child’s/children’s name(s) on the envelope along with the grade(s) and send it to school. Cash or checks are welcome and should be made payable to St. Ignatius PTO. You are also welcome to venmo your donation to Stephanie Kathman at @Stefanie-Kathman.
Pre-labeled envelopes came home with your child earlier this week. If you plan to contribute, please send your family donation to school in these envelopes by Wednesday, December 7. Please write your child’s/children’s name(s) on the envelope along with the grade(s) and send it to school. Cash or checks are welcome and should be made payable to St. Ignatius PTO. You are also welcome to venmo your donation to Stephanie Kathman at @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 513-226-9183 or Sarah Holscher at theholschers14@gmail.com with any questions.
LIBRARY IS LOOKING FOR YOU!
The Library needs your help! We are still needing 2 volunteers for the first Thursday morning of each month. The shift is from 9:45am-noon.
Miss Eichhold, Mrs. Hein, Mrs. Oliverio and Ms. Bennett's classes visit the library during this time.
If you can volunteer, please send an email to: stilibraryvolunteers@gmail.com. Thanks!
UPCOMING PTO RESTAURANT FUNDRAISERS
DEWEY'S PIZZA, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AND
EL RANCHO GRANDE, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20
Our next PTO food fundraiser at Dewey's Pizza, located at 5649 Harrison Ave will be Tuesday, November 22 from 3:00-9:00pm. Please mention the attached flyer when ordering and up to 20% of all food purchases will be donated to our PTO. Thanks in advance!
Also, mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 20! El Rancho Grande, 6121 Harrison Ave, will be donating 20% off the WHOLE DAY'S sales to our PTO. They are open from 11:00am-10:00pm.
Also, mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 20! El Rancho Grande, 6121 Harrison Ave, will be donating 20% off the WHOLE DAY'S sales to our PTO. They are open from 11:00am-10:00pm.
AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS BUSKEN PICK UP
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21 OR
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22
Pre-ordered Busken pies and cookies will be available for pick up at the Wildcat Concession Stand, located behind church on Monday, November 21, 4:00-6:30pm or Tuesday, November 22, 4:00-6:30pm.
**Please note, these are new dates and times.
Please contact Dawn at 513-204-0202 if you have any questions.
LOST AND FOUND
ITEMS TO BE DONATED ON DECEMBER 14
The Lost and Found, located by the Boomer Road doors in the gym, is overflowing with coats, hats, gloves, lunchboxes, uniform items, spirit wear and more! Please have your children check for missing items. Parents are also welcome to sign in at the office and browse through the collection.
**Items left on December 14 will be donated to St. Vincent dePaul
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
MERCY MCAULEY
Important deadlines. Admissions Application, and other important scholarship and financial aid documents. More information can be found at www.mercymcauley.org/classof2027.
MAGNIFIKID MAGAZINES
Are you looking for a way to encourage your 6-12 year old child to pray daily, develop a spiritual life, and participate fully during Sunday Mass? MagnifiKid magazines may be able to help! If you'd like to preview a copy of MagnifiKid magazines, you can find a sample in the Holy Family Chapel (Cry Room). To reserve subscriptions now for 2023, click HERE and complete a short form by November 17. Every week, MagnifiKid offers:
- All the readings and the prayers of the Sunday Mass with explanations of the difficult words and the meaning of the rituals;
- A suggested prayer for Morning and Evening;
- Many suggestions on how to live the entire week with the Lord;
- Various games, a comic, and activities to help children learn about Christian life and culture;
- A page intended for the parents with suggestions for family prayers.
For $14-19* per year, each subscriber will receive a monthly package that contains a booklet of 16 color pages for each Sunday as well as special issues for major feast days. These monthly packages will be reserved for your family in the Parish Office Lobby so that you can pick them up on your way into Mass. *St. Ignatius Parish is offering a bulk ordering rate, so the price is dependent upon the number of subscriptions received by November 17. You’ll be contacted about the payment once all reservations are made and the bulk rate is determined.Questions? Please contact Elaine Kroger at ekroger@sainti.org or 661-6565 x2725.
MEN'S WELCOME ONE-DAY RETREAT FEBRUARY 18
Yes, we know at the moment your focus might be on the busy fall sports schedule with kids. Yes, we know you might be planning the upcoming holiday season and what to get your wife for Christmas. Yes, we know New Years is next and then you’ll be watching the Superbowl, BUT, after that comes the WELCOME Retreat in the middle of the dregs of winter and nothing to do. Think about it! February 18, 2023, 8:00am to 8:00pm.
For details and sign-up, text or email Bill Jackson at wmjackson63@gmail.com or 513-503-8700, or Deacon Tony at tonygag002@gmail.com 513-255-6868.
Yes, we know at the moment your focus might be on the busy fall sports schedule with kids. Yes, we know you might be planning the upcoming holiday season and what to get your wife for Christmas. Yes, we know New Years is next and then you’ll be watching the Superbowl, BUT, after that comes the WELCOME Retreat in the middle of the dregs of winter and nothing to do. Think about it! February 18, 2023, 8:00am to 8:00pm.
For details and sign-up, text or email Bill Jackson at wmjackson63@gmail.com or 513-503-8700, or Deacon Tony at tonygag002@gmail.com 513-255-6868.
SEEKING OUR SAVIOR: AN ADVENT DETECTIVE JOURNEY (AKA HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JESUS)
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 AT IGNATIUS CENTER
Families with children under 10 are invited to use their detective skills to collect clues and answer questions about Advent. The day includes Advent crafts, snacks, Secret Santa Shopping and a visit with Santa!
Families will sign up by choosing a staggered start time via https://bit.ly/SeekingOurSavior2022 between noon and 3:00pm. Families can move at their own pace, and the journey will likely last about an hour. Cost is $15 per child, with cash or check payable to St. Ignatius Church. The cost includes up to 5 Secret Santa items for each child to choose for family gifts. Larger families may add an additional $5 per child to make 10 Secret Santa selections.
Please sign up and submit your payment to the parish office Attn: Elaine Kroger by November 21 to secure your family’s journey!
Adult and junior high or high school student helpers are needed to provide a successful event for our families! Please consider volunteering your time to set up on the morning of December 3, or work a station and/or clean up at the event on December 4. Adults must be Safe Parish compliant to volunteer. Find more details and sign up to volunteer here:
https://bit.ly/VolunteerSignUpSeekingOurSavior
https://bit.ly/VolunteerSignUpSeekingOurSavior
Questions? Contact Elaine Kroger at ekroger@sainti.org or at 513-661-6565 x 2725.
ROSARY ON MONDAYS IN CHURCH AT 6:15pm
Please join us on Mondays at 6:15pm in church to pray the Daily Meditations offered by the Holy Family School of Faith! More information about the Holy Family School of Faith Daily Meditations can be found at
https://www.schooloffaith.com/daily-rosary-meditations. You can sign up to receive more information daily!
https://www.schooloffaith.com/daily-rosary-meditations. You can sign up to receive more information daily!
We are seeking to support the HFSoF’s mission by leading people to Jesus through friendship, good conversation and the Rosary! (HFSoF’s motto) Everyone is welcome! We are seeking to bring our community together in prayer!
Learn more about the 15 Promises of the Rosary at -
https://sainti.org/church/15-promises-of-the-rosary/
https://sainti.org/church/15-promises-of-the-rosary/
MAINTENANCE HELP WANTED
The school is looking for maintenance help for classroom cleaning and custodial tasks. Part time shifts are available from 9:00am-noon, and 2:30-6:00pm. Some mechanical experience is helpful. Help with snow removal as needed.
Please send a resume to the parish office, attention Scott Campbell, or call 513-661-6565.
The school is looking for maintenance help for classroom cleaning and custodial tasks. Part time shifts are available from 9:00am-noon, and 2:30-6:00pm. Some mechanical experience is helpful. Help with snow removal as needed.
Please send a resume to the parish office, attention Scott Campbell, or call 513-661-6565.
