Mr. VANCE'S NEWS TO USE THIS WEEK
DECEMBER 2, 2022
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Happy December! This past week we received great news from the State of Ohio! St.
Ignatius is one of 700 schools that received a grant from over 2000 schools that applied to focus on the safety and security of our campus and building while students are present. We have received the maximum award of $100,000! As a part of the application process, schools had to be assessed through a safety and security audit that was conducted in August. Items identified from the audit can be remediated through the use of the grant funds. The safety and security of our students and staff are our primary responsibility and we look forward to making these improvements. More information will be coming soon!
During the month of December, we will focus on the Virtue of Patience for our Virtues in
Practice Program. Patience is defined as "waiting and enduring without complaint." Students and staff will come to better understand how to live out this virtue through the examples of St. Monica, St. Isaac Joques, and St. Rita of Cascia.
Ignatius is one of 700 schools that received a grant from over 2000 schools that applied to focus on the safety and security of our campus and building while students are present. We have received the maximum award of $100,000! As a part of the application process, schools had to be assessed through a safety and security audit that was conducted in August. Items identified from the audit can be remediated through the use of the grant funds. The safety and security of our students and staff are our primary responsibility and we look forward to making these improvements. More information will be coming soon!
During the month of December, we will focus on the Virtue of Patience for our Virtues in
Practice Program. Patience is defined as "waiting and enduring without complaint." Students and staff will come to better understand how to live out this virtue through the examples of St. Monica, St. Isaac Joques, and St. Rita of Cascia.
Parents and guardians will receive first-trimester report cards for all grade levels today. If you did not receive it by email, please log into Alma and check under each child. If you have questions about a specific grade or comment, please contact that teacher directly. If you do not see a report card in your email or Alma, please contact the office and we will assist you.
Thank you to all those individuals who participated in Giving Tuesday. The proceeds from this special fundraising day are going towards new furniture for the 5th grade. Help students of all learning abilities achieve their highest learning potential. Your investment in the future could help fund a 21st-century learning environment that respects all student abilities and is tech-friendly for students and teachers. Donations are still being accepted for this very important project by sending a check to the school office.
Please join me in praying that this school year is filled with wonder and awe for our students. May all of our students, parents, staff, alumni, and friends feel God’s loving presence now and always.
In Christ’s Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
In Christ’s Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
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.
NOVEMBER TRUPARTNER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Trupartner of the Month, presented by TruPartner Credit Union, St. Ignatius School and Trupartner of the Month, Payton O. Payton who is a 5th grader, has helped many students get organized in class. She has helped them make check lists and just about anything else they need to stay organized. She does it all with a smile and a sincere heart! Congratulations Payton and keep up the great work! Payton will receive a $100 tuition credit and gift from TruPartner Credit Union!
2022 SPELLING BEE PARTICIPANTS
Congratulations to the following students who will compete in the St. Ignatius Spelling Bee on Friday, December 9, at 2:00pm in the gym.
4th Grade:
Angela N.
Avery S.
Ava L.
Juliana F.
5th Grade:
Linus E.
Charlotte K.
Connor B.r
Evan L.
6th Grade:
Jason O.
Grayson D.
Emmett D.
Jaxon W.
7th Grade:
Evan Z.
Aden T.
Sal D.
Violet M.
8th Grade:
Jack D.
Will M.
Nick L.
Will L.
DECEMBER VIRTUE OF THE MONTH:
HUMILITY
"Accepting your limitations and God-given talents"
UPCOMING EVENTS
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. 7: Young Adult outing to the Seminary's Advent Vespers at 7:30am
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. 13: 4th Grade Christmas Pageant, 6:30 PM, in church (4th graders arrive at 6:00)
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
Dec. 24: Christmas Eve. Masses at 3:00pm (church and gym), 5:00pm, and 10:00pm (church only)
Dec. 25: Nativity of the Lord. Masses at 8:00am, 10:00am, and noon
December 31:Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God. Masses/Holy Hour at 4:30pm Vigil Mass, 10:00pm Holy Hour, 11:00pm, Mass
Dec. 31: Deadline for Girls Basketball, 2nd grade Instructional League
Jan. 3: School Resumes
Jan. 9: PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM, cafeteria
Jan 13: No School/School of Faith
Jan 16: MLK Holiday
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 December 5
Salad of the Week: COBB
Strawberry or Cinnamon Bagels,
PBJ or cheese and crackers are also available
MONDAY: Grilled cheese and tomato soup or salad
TUESDAY: Sausage and pancake on a stick, tater tots or salad
WEDNESDAY: Hamburger/cheeseburger, Baked Lays or salad
THURSDAY: Garlic and cheese pullapart bread w/ marinara sauce, corn or salad
FRIDAY: Chili cheese fries, 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
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 2023
After 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.
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.
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
SPORTS NEWS
CONGRATS 1st/2nd GRADE BOYS PASSERS!
The 1st/2nd grade boys Passers went 16-0 on the season and recently won the State Championship game 1-0!
Players included Braxton B., Elijah G., Emmett H., Hudson P., James B., Noah S., Nolan L. and Tobias H.
CONGRATS 6th GRADE A VOLLEYBALL TEAM!
Congrats to the 6th Grade A team for winning the Our Lady of Lourdes Tournament! The team includes Brynn A., Liv B., Gabby H., Lily H., Emmalyn H., Marie K., Maddie M., Ellie R., and Riley T.
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
MERCY MCAULEY
Grade School Basketball Night, December 12. Festivities begin at 7:00pm. All future Wolves will receive free admission to the game, plus snacks and giveaways.
CALLING ALL MOMS!
ST. IGNATIUS MOM'S MINISTRY ST. NICK
CHRISTMAS PARTY
Come and join moms of the school and parish for the annual Mom's Ministry St. Nick Christmas party at West Side Brewery on Monday, December 5 at 7:00pm. Enjoy some laid back fun, meet some new moms, and catch up with others!
If you would like to participate, there will be white elephant gift exchange with the theme "my favorite things." There is a $10 limit to select one of your favorite things that you would like to share with the group. No pressure to participate. Come join us either way!
Light snacks provided will be provided. RSVP encouraged but not required (to help us plan the snacks needed.) Jump on our St. Ignatius Mom's Ministry FB page to RSVP or email us at momsministry@sainti.org.
If you would like to participate, there will be white elephant gift exchange with the theme "my favorite things." There is a $10 limit to select one of your favorite things that you would like to share with the group. No pressure to participate. Come join us either way!
Light snacks provided will be provided. RSVP encouraged but not required (to help us plan the snacks needed.) Jump on our St. Ignatius Mom's Ministry FB page to RSVP or email us at momsministry@sainti.org.
We can't wait to celebrate with you at Westside Brewery on Monday, December 5.
ADVENT SEASON
DECEMBER 4, 2ND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
Join us in celebration this Advent Season! All parishioners should have received an invite in the mail with the schedule for liturgies, and other opportunities to prepare for the birth of Christ! More copies can be found at the doors of church, or online at https://bit.ly/StIAdventOpportunities. We hope you can join us for these wonderful opportunities as we prepare our hearts during Advent!
Join us in celebration this Advent Season! All parishioners should have received an invite in the mail with the schedule for liturgies, and other opportunities to prepare for the birth of Christ! More copies can be found at the doors of church, or online at https://bit.ly/StIAdventOpportunities. We hope you can join us for these wonderful opportunities as we prepare our hearts during Advent!
NATIONAL NIGHT OF PRAYER FOR LIFE AND IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
Uniting the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with the Feast of St. Juan Diego: 7pm Thursday, December 8th to 1am Friday, December 9th. Mass will be offered at 7pm for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception followed by Exposition at 8pm and NNOPFL will begin at 9pm. St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish will host the National Night of Prayer for Life from 9pm to 1am. (NNOPFL). The purpose is to unite our prayers with Catholics throughout the country in an effort to help bring back the world to Christ and to bring about an end to abortion. The NNOPFL includes adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, the Holy Rosary, prayer to St. Michael, silent prayer and hymns. Confessions will be available throughout the night. The hours are chosen to coincide with Our Lady of Guadalupe’s appearance to Juan Diego. Join us as we pray with the country on this National Night of Prayer for Life! https://bit.ly/NatNightPrayerforLIfe2022
If you have any questions, please contact Elaine Kroger at 513-661-6565 x2725 or ekroger@sainti.org.
Uniting the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with the Feast of St. Juan Diego: 7pm Thursday, December 8th to 1am Friday, December 9th. Mass will be offered at 7pm for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception followed by Exposition at 8pm and NNOPFL will begin at 9pm. St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish will host the National Night of Prayer for Life from 9pm to 1am. (NNOPFL). The purpose is to unite our prayers with Catholics throughout the country in an effort to help bring back the world to Christ and to bring about an end to abortion. The NNOPFL includes adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, the Holy Rosary, prayer to St. Michael, silent prayer and hymns. Confessions will be available throughout the night. The hours are chosen to coincide with Our Lady of Guadalupe’s appearance to Juan Diego. Join us as we pray with the country on this National Night of Prayer for Life! https://bit.ly/NatNightPrayerforLIfe2022
If you have any questions, please contact Elaine Kroger at 513-661-6565 x2725 or ekroger@sainti.org.
RORATE MASS, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 6:30AM
(Bill’s) Doughnut breakfast/social to follow in the Cafeteria
The Rorate Mass is a particular votive Mass in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrated during Advent. The atmosphere of this Mass is different: it is meant to specifically express the expectant and prayerful waiting of Advent in a visual and experiential way. It is celebrated before first light and is entirely candle-lit (accounting for our early start time). The Mass gets its name from its entrance antiphon, which begins with the words “Rorate Caeli”, meaning “drop down, you heavens.” The antiphon in full is taken from the book of the prophet Isaiah: “Drop down, you heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain down the just one.” This quote encapsulates the prophetic expectation of the Messiah, fulfilled at the coming of Christ through Mary. This is an opportunity to enter the Mass in (literally) a different light and a tradition that can help give shape to Advent, which, even within the Church, has gotten somewhat lost in the rush to celebrate Christmas. In short, there’s no better use of your Saturday morning— please join us for this Advent Mass!
The Rorate Mass is a particular votive Mass in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrated during Advent. The atmosphere of this Mass is different: it is meant to specifically express the expectant and prayerful waiting of Advent in a visual and experiential way. It is celebrated before first light and is entirely candle-lit (accounting for our early start time). The Mass gets its name from its entrance antiphon, which begins with the words “Rorate Caeli”, meaning “drop down, you heavens.” The antiphon in full is taken from the book of the prophet Isaiah: “Drop down, you heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain down the just one.” This quote encapsulates the prophetic expectation of the Messiah, fulfilled at the coming of Christ through Mary. This is an opportunity to enter the Mass in (literally) a different light and a tradition that can help give shape to Advent, which, even within the Church, has gotten somewhat lost in the rush to celebrate Christmas. In short, there’s no better use of your Saturday morning— please join us for this Advent Mass!
EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL
Join us for a special study of The Mass video series from Bishop Robert Barron’s Word on Fire Ministries. Each Sunday from January 8 through February 12, one episode of the series along with brief insights, which you can watch on your own time and at your own pace, to explore the wonder of the Mass. Each episode of the series is only about 25 minutes. This is a great way to join fellow Catholics across the archdiocese to deepen your understanding of the Mass and experience it in a whole new way.
Visit CatholicAOC.org/theMass to sign up, and see more details on our website.
Visit CatholicAOC.org/theMass to sign up, and see more details on our website.
