MRS. HEISEL'S HEADLINES
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we prepare for the birth of our Lord, we have had many opportunities here at school to prepare our hearts and get ready to celebrate Christmas.
~~~Our 4th graders put on a their traditional pageant this week. Their angelic voices and special story reminded us of the true meaning of Christmas. Special thanks to their teachers for all of their hard work as well.
~~~Our band students also put on a wonderful performance to get us in the Christmas spirit! The hard work of these musicians and their teachers was evident as they played for us the sounds of the season. I am so proud of all our student performers and am so grateful for their talents and hard work.
Today, over $1000 was raised for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Cancer camp through our Spirit Day contributions. Thank you all for your donations and prayers.
On behalf of the faculty and staff, I would like to thank all who have contributed to the Christmas gifts. Your generosity and warm wishes are greatly appreciated, and we are beyond blessed to have such kind and giving parents.
As we complete the last couple of days before Christmas break, I would like to wish everyone a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year, full of love, happiness, and good health. We look forward to greeting all the children back on Wednesday, January 3.
In Christ’s Peace,
Angie Heisel
Principal
WATER BOTTLES
Spilled water from water bottles has become an increasing problem, including puddles on the floor, school work getting wet, and even spills on the iPads. I know how important hydration is, and I do not want to take that away, however, we do need a solution to this. Starting after the Christmas break,
all water bottles must have a closed lid. NO MORE straws as they spill very easily when tipped over. Having to unscrew the lid to take a drink is also not an option. The best types of water bottles are the kind where the students can drink out of the spout and then it can be closed (a flip-top spout).
I think this is a happy compromise!
Please also remember that only WATER is to be in the water bottles.
EDCHOICE UPDATES
At this point, we have 750 EdChoice scholarships "Accepted" and 144 still in the "Under Review" status. The EdChoice scholarship will come to the school in 10 monthly installments (10% each month), and the last one will be received in June, 2024.
To find your balance, please subtract your scholarship from the total amount of tuition that is due if you are not receiving the entire scholarship. If your child/ren is receiving the full amount, then you have nothing due, and you can disregard your monthly statements. Please know that your tuition statements will not truly reflect your exact balance because of the timing of us receiving, processing, posting balances, and sending out statements.
If your application is still "Under Review", EdChoice has advised us to have parents check their Income Verification status to make sure it is at least "Submitted". Please note that everyone who is applying for this scholarship MUST submit their 2022 income. If your Income Verification has been in "Submitted" status prior to September 15, please email edchoice@saintischool.org, so that we can contact EdChoice. If your "Submitted" status is AFTER September 15, please continue to be patient.
Acceptance Forms and Waivers
We check the EdChoice website several times a day, and as soon as we see an application go into the Awarded status, we are able to accept them, even prior to parents receiving the actual acceptance form in the US mail. When you receive this form, please send to Ms. Patty Thomas in the school office. In order for us to directly credit your account, please fill out and return the waiver that is attached to this Wire if you have not done so already.
New EdChoice Email
When corresponding with us regarding EdChoice, please use edchoice@saintischool.org.
CONGRATULATIONS NOVEMBER
TRUPARTNER OF THE MONTH, DREW B.
Congratulations to TruPartner of the Month, presented by TruPartner Credit Union, St. Ignatius School and TruPartner of the Month, 7th grader Drew B.! Drew helped clean up the iLab every day during the innovation project. Thanks for being such a great helper, Drew! He will receive a $100 credit and gift from TruPartner Credit Union!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dec. 15: Re-enrollment for current families deadline
Dec. 15: Mike Davis Advent Concert, 7:00pm, church
Dec. 15: Spirit Day/ Camp NJoyItAll
Dec. 20-Jan. 2: No School/ Christmas holiday
Dec. 31: Girls 2nd grade basketball registration ends
Jan. 3: School resumes
Jan. 12: NO SCHOOL/ Teacher School of Faith
Jan. 15: NO SCHOOL/ Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday
Jan. 20: Spring sports registration ends
Jan. 24: Progress Reports sent
Jan. 28: Open House, for current families only. New families should email Mrs. Joyce Cross to set up a tour.
Jan. 28-Feb. 2: Catholic School's Week
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
PURITY
"Keeping your soul free of sin."
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SCHOOL NEWS
LUNCH MENU
Hot Lunch-$2.75
Double Entree-(grades 4-8) $1.75
Salad Entree-$3.25
Milk/Juice-$.50
Every meal includes a choice of fruit and milk
Strawberry or cinnamon bagels,
PB&J or cheese and crackers are also available.
Week of December 18
Salad of the Week: VEGGIE GALORE
MONDAY: French toast sticks, hashbrown or salad
TUESDAY: Pepperoni and cheese breadstick, cherry juice, salad
WEDNESDAY: NO SCHOOL/ CHRISTMAS BREAK
THURSDAY: NO SCHOOL/ CHRISTMAS BREAK
FRIDAY: NO SCHOOL/ CHRISTMAS BREAK
Week of January 3
Salad of the Week: FRIED CHICKEN
MONDAY: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
TUESDAY: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
WEDNESDAY: Cheese pizza, cherry juice, salad
THURSDAY: Mini waffles, hashbrown or salad
FRIDAY: Chicken strips, corn 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
OVERDUE LIBRARY BOOKS
Parents, notices for overdue library books were recently sent out. Some emails may have been sent that referenced an overdue book belonging to a different student, so please disregard if you received an email in error. We are looking into how data was cross referenced to avoid this next time when overdue notices are sent out.
We still do have many overdue books out there, so please take a moment to see if your student has an overdue library book and send it to school on Monday or Tuesday. We brought in several hundred new books this school year and we want to make sure all library books are being returned for every student to enjoy.
If you have any questions, please reach out to stilibraryvolunteers@gmail.com.
We still do have many overdue books out there, so please take a moment to see if your student has an overdue library book and send it to school on Monday or Tuesday. We brought in several hundred new books this school year and we want to make sure all library books are being returned for every student to enjoy.
If you have any questions, please reach out to stilibraryvolunteers@gmail.com.
ENRICHMENT NEWS
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING
THE 8TH GRADE GIRL SCOUTS GIVING TREE
Thank you to the entire parish for participating in this annual Christmas service project which benefits various pregnancy centers, seniors, and underserved children and families in our area.
CHRISTMAS HANDBELLS
Anyone in 4th grade or older who would like to play handbells for the 3:00pm Christmas Eve Mass in the gym should report to Loyola Hall on Wednesday, December 20 from 12:45-2:00pm. There will be an additional rehearsal on Friday, December 22 at noon also in Loyola Hall. For more informatioin, please call or text Gwenn Brown at 513-509-3997.
CHESS CLUB SIGN UPS ARE OPEN FOR 2024!
Students in grades 1-8 are invited to join the chess club on Fridays from January 19-March 15. More details and coordinator info are in the attached flyer.
Please sign up through https://forms.gle/ApBWWj2BeNPu8nU19
We are still looking for a coach for the 1st grade class, so if you would be interested or know someone, please let us know.
Please sign up through https://forms.gle/ApBWWj2BeNPu8nU19
We are still looking for a coach for the 1st grade class, so if you would be interested or know someone, please let us know.
SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN THROUGH JANUARY 20
Spring Sports registration is now open through January 20th!
BASEBALL (Grades preK*-8), *Intended for pre-school aged children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2024.
BASEBALL (Grades preK*-8), *Intended for pre-school aged children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2024.
SOFTBALL (Grades preschool-8) *Intended for pre-school aged children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2024.
CONGRATS GIRLS 5/6B VOLLEYBALL
Congratulations to the Finch\Aldemeyer 5/6th grade B volleyball team who won 2nd place in the St. Dominic tournament last weekend!
Players include Leah A., Charlie K., Claire B., Elizabeth G., Evelyn C., Ava F., Nora Z., Sabrina G., Lauren F.
THIRD WEEKEND OF ADVENT,
OR GAUDETE SUNDAY
DECEMBER 17
Join with us and prepare your heart for the birth of Christ! The 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas Eve are on the same day this year. Use the link below to view opportunities during this Advent and Christmas Season. https://bit.ly/StIAdventOpportunities
Join with us and prepare your heart for the birth of Christ! The 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas Eve are on the same day this year. Use the link below to view opportunities during this Advent and Christmas Season. https://bit.ly/StIAdventOpportunities
PARISH COMMUNAL HOLY HOUR
EUCHARSTIC REVIVAL, DECEMBER 21
St. Ignatius parish will hold monthly communal Holy Hours on the third Thursday of each month from 6:00-7:00pm to include songs, guided meditations, and silence, during this Parish Year of the Eucharistic Revival.
St. Ignatius parish will hold monthly communal Holy Hours on the third Thursday of each month from 6:00-7:00pm to include songs, guided meditations, and silence, during this Parish Year of the Eucharistic Revival.
Mark your calendar for the next one on December 21! Stay up to date on other parish events by visiting our webpage at https://bit.ly/NationalEucharisticRevival !
