MRS. HEISEL'S HEADLINES
MARCH 22, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is guest writer Mr. Meyer with you today, as Mrs. Heisel, Mrs. Auletto and the French delegation are in Nancy, France, as a part of our exchange with St. Sigisbert - Notre Dame Academy. They have toured Nancy on a scavenger hunt (they had to find the stinkiest cheese in the market), taught English to French students, and toured a castle. This weekend they will spend quality time with their host families before flying back to Cincinnati on Monday. Please keep them in your prayers as they experience this chance of a lifetime!
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday this weekend. This time is at the root of our Faith as Catholic Christians. Perhaps try attending a service this week that is new to you! Mike Davis has a Lenten concert in church tonight, the Holy Thursday Mass is a time to recognize our role as servants to the Church, and the Easter Vigil next Saturday is a beautiful celebration of the Resurrection that also welcomes our newest members into the Faith.
Our Easter Break begins after three more days of school next week. We look forward to seeing the students through Wednesday, and we wish all of you a faithful and fun Easter Break.
Mr. Matt Meyer
**Please note there will not be a Wildcat Wire next week.
SCHOOL COMMITTEE SEEKING 3 NEW MEMBERS
The St. Ignatius School Committee is seeking three new members for the 2024-2025 school year. The roles of the committee include 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 April 12. The nomination form is a google form located at this link. If more than three people apply, then an election will be needed and your answers from the google form will be shared during the election process. Please direct any questions to Kate DiCarlo, School Committee Chair at katedicarlo22@gmail.com. We'd love for you to consider joining the School Committee.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Mar. 22: Fish Fry, 5:00-7:30pm, and Mike Davis concert, 7:00pm, church
Mar. 28-April 5: NO SCHOOL/ EASTER RECESS
Mar. 28-31: Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday
April 7: Divine Mercy Sunday
April 8: NO SCHOOL/ SOLAR ECLIPSE DAY
April 11: Adoration, grade 3 at 2:00pm
April 16: PTO Fundraiser, Jets Pizza, time TBD
April 19: Deadline to order yearbook
April 22-26: Everybody Counts!
May 13: PTO Meeting
May 21: PTO Fundraiser, Chipotle, time TBD
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
RESPECT
"Recognizing the dignity of all people."
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Please send information to wildcatwire@saintischool.org.
Items are subject to approval and edits. Deadline for articles is noon on Wednesday.
SCHOOL NEWS
LUNCH MENU
**Hot Lunch-$3.00
Double Entree-(grades 4-8) $1.75
**Salad Entree-$3.75
Milk/Juice-$.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 March 25
Salad of the Week: COBB
MONDAY: Mini Pancake, Sausage, Cherry Juice, Salad
TUESDAY: Soft Pretzel w/ Cheese, Carrots w/ Dip or Hummus or Salad
WEDNESDAY: Hot Dog, Potato Chips or Salad
THURSDAY: Holy Thursday/ No School
FRIDAY: Good Friday/ No School
Week of April 8
Salad of the Week: BLT
MONDAY: No School/ Solar Eclipse day
TUESDAY: Cheese pizza, carrots w/dip or hummus or salad
WEDNESDAY: Mac and cheese, green beans or salad
THURSDAY: Walking taco, corn or salad
FRIDAY: French toast sticks, hashbrown or salad
**Please remember students may bring sides if they only enjoy the entree of the meal we serve.
**All families owing more than $100.00 in lunch fees will be restricted from buying extra drinks, doubles or snack cart.
**All families owing more than $100.00 in lunch fees will be restricted from buying extra drinks, doubles or snack cart.
The cafe is in need of volunteers to help with lunch duties everday! Please go https://signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c094badae28abf49-cafeteria to or more information!
**Remember, all volunteers must be up-to-date on Safe Parish!
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
EVERYBODY COUNTS!
APRIL 22-26
Join us for Everybody Counts! This year, we're streamlining the process for volunteers, which means no meetings are required and no prep work is needed. Simply sign up!
The program is designed to teach children about various disabilities and how children with these challenges cope with them. It also helps children understand that they don't have to be the best at everything to still be worthwhile and important. The goal is understanding, to help everyone know the person behind the disability, and to create a climate in which we all feel at ease with one another's differences.
The sessions are "taught" by parent volunteers who will be given copies of the lesson plan. The lesson plan is scripted with activities so no training is needed. Volunteers do NOT need any previous experience. The lesson plan is very informal and is meant to serve as a guide. All materials are provided.
Exciting news! All curriculums for K-5 have been freshly updated and revised.
Mark your calendars for April 22-26 and sign up now at https://tinyurl.com/EverybodyCounts24
LOST AND FOUND
WILL BE CLEARED OUT OVER EASTER BREAK
All items left in the Lost and Found before Easter break at will be donated to various charities. It is located outside the gym by the Boomer Road door. Parents are welcome to sign in and check the area for any lost items! There are numerous water bottles, coats, jackets, lunchboxes, eye glasses, uniform pants and sweats, and more!
ENRICHMENT NEWS
TRI HEALTH MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY IS COMING TO ST. IGNATIUS
MONDAY, JUNE 3, 8:30am-3:00pm
TriHealth Mobile Mammography will be visiting St. Ignatius on Monday, June 3, from 8:30am-3:00pm. Appointments are limited so sign up today! The TriHealth Mobile Mammography van features 3D digital tomosynthesis with ProFound AI. This cutting-edge breast imaging technology offers clearer images, resulting in the most accurate detection of early breast cancer. Images are stored in the electronic medical record and reviewed by a physician on the TriHealth Radiology team, giving you high-quality, seamless care conveniently provided in your neighborhood or workplace. This is open to all 40+ women, so invite your mom, your sister, or a friend to come with you for this convenient option that will only take a few minutes of your day!
TriHealth Mobile Mammography will be visiting St. Ignatius on Monday, June 3, from 8:30am-3:00pm. Appointments are limited so sign up today! The TriHealth Mobile Mammography van features 3D digital tomosynthesis with ProFound AI. This cutting-edge breast imaging technology offers clearer images, resulting in the most accurate detection of early breast cancer. Images are stored in the electronic medical record and reviewed by a physician on the TriHealth Radiology team, giving you high-quality, seamless care conveniently provided in your neighborhood or workplace. This is open to all 40+ women, so invite your mom, your sister, or a friend to come with you for this convenient option that will only take a few minutes of your day!
To schedule, call the Mobile Mammography scheduling team at 513-569-6565. Please contact Jenny Dermody at jdermody@saintischool.org with any questions
For more information, and to schedule online, please see the attached flyer.
For more information, and to schedule online, please see the attached flyer.
SAVE THE DATES FOR
2024 SERVICE CAMPS!
Week 1: July 8-12
Week 2: July 15-19
Week 2: July 15-19
Discover the true joy of giving of yourself and being Jesus to others. Participants will spend a week sharing their time and talent with others. We will visit local non-profit organizations like Matthew 25 Ministries, Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank, Bayley Place, and more! Open to incoming 6th-8th graders.
***Students will meet at specific locations each day. ***Current Safe Parish trained parents may be needed to help chaperone.
***Students will meet at specific locations each day. ***Current Safe Parish trained parents may be needed to help chaperone.
SAVE THE DATES FOR
2024 SUMMER HISTORY CAMPS
Week 1: July 30- August 2
Week 1: July 30- August 2
10:30am-2:00pm
Sites: A walking tour of OTR and downtown, the Harriet Beecher Stowe House, Freedom Center, and the Cincinnati Reds.
Week 2: August 6-9
10:30am-2:00pm
Sites: Heritage Village, walking tour of OTR, the William Howard Taft Historical Site, and the Cincinnati History Museum at Museum Center
New this year!
Stadiums Camp
August 12-15
10:30am-2:00pm
Students will have the opportunity to tour Nippert Stadium, TQL Stadium, Great American Ballpark and Cintas Center.
**Camps are for incoming 4th-8th graders.
Registration will follow shortly.
Email Miss Koch with questions.
ST. IGNATIUS DRAMA PERFORMING
MY SON PINOCCHIO JR.
St. Ignatius Drama is performing My Son Pinocchio Jr. at Oak Hills High School tonight and tomorrow! Tickets may be purchased at the door for $10 each (cash or check), and it will be general seating.
Friday, March 22: 6:30pm Cast 1
Friday, March 22: 8:30pm Cast 2
Saturday, March 23: 1:00pm Cast 2
Saturday, March 23: 3:30pm Cast 1
EAT WELL FOR A GOOD CAUSE!
MONDAY, MARCH 25, 4:00-9:00pm
Please support St. Ignatius’s Boy Scout Troop 850 by eating at Frisch's between 4:00-9:00pm on Monday, March 25. By presenting OR mentioning the attached flyer, 20% of all food and drink will go to support the troop. Valid for dine-in, carry out, and drive thru only at Frisch’s, 5351 North Bend Road.
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
MERCY MCAULEY
Summer Sports and Enrichment Camps. There are a variety of camps for children of all ages. For details and to register, visit www.mercymcauley.org/camps.
MOUNT NOTRE DAME
New Summer Camps. Flag Football for 6th-8th grade girls, July9-11, and Golf, for 7th-9th grade girls, June 11-12, 10:00-noon. Register HERE.
PROJECT 5000
ANNUAL FOOD/PERSONAL CARE DRIVE
Project 5000 bags will be available at the doors of church on Palm Sunday and can be dropped off before/during Mass on Holy Thursday or in the back of church throughout the week. Thank you so much for your support of our neighbors in Over the Rhine who need our help!
Project 5000 bags will be available at the doors of church on Palm Sunday and can be dropped off before/during Mass on Holy Thursday or in the back of church throughout the week. Thank you so much for your support of our neighbors in Over the Rhine who need our help!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, SCUBA
JUN 24-28, 9:00am-NOON
Registration for Vacation Bible School, Scuba, is now open. For details and to register campers and student aides, please visit https://bit.ly/StIgnatiusCincyVBS2024.
Questions? Email vbs@sainti.org or call 513-661-6565 x2725.
Questions? Email vbs@sainti.org or call 513-661-6565 x2725.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE AN USHER?
Being a welcoming community is very important! Ushers and greeters are the first face of the parish. We would love to grow our ministry. If you are interested, please contact Anna in the parish office at 513-661-6565.
Being a welcoming community is very important! Ushers and greeters are the first face of the parish. We would love to grow our ministry. If you are interested, please contact Anna in the parish office at 513-661-6565.
ALTAR SERVER TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
St. Ignatius will be offering Altar Server training this spring for students who are interested. Students in 4th grade and older who would like to join the ministry are welcome to attend the training. For more information, please contact Anna Giglio in the parish office at agiglio@sainti.org.
St. Ignatius will be offering Altar Server training this spring for students who are interested. Students in 4th grade and older who would like to join the ministry are welcome to attend the training. For more information, please contact Anna Giglio in the parish office at agiglio@sainti.org.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY DEVOTIONS
APRIL 7
Join us for the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament following the noon Mass until 3:15pm on Sunday, April 7. Confessions 1:00-3:00pm with the Divine Mercy Chaplet sung at 3:00pm. In celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday, gifts will be available at the doors of church on Easter weekend as well as Divine Mercy Sunday.
Join us for the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament following the noon Mass until 3:15pm on Sunday, April 7. Confessions 1:00-3:00pm with the Divine Mercy Chaplet sung at 3:00pm. In celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday, gifts will be available at the doors of church on Easter weekend as well as Divine Mercy Sunday.
