MRS. HEISEL'S HEADLINES
APRIL 12, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Between our French exchange trip, spring break, and the solar eclipse, I feel like I haven’t “talked” with you in awhile! I hope everyone had a blessed Easter, and a wonderful break filled with quality time with family and friends! As we continue to observe the Easter season, we carry on here at school with many fun activities and exciting learning opportunities happening at St. Ignatius!
On Wednesday evening, about half of our 7th grade students celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Basilica Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains, and on Thursday, the other half received the Sacrament here at St. Ignatius Parish Church. 128 students were confirmed, surrounded by their sponsors, families, and the school staff. We are very proud of the newly confirmed and look forward to their contributions to the Church. I would also like to thank Mrs. Burgan and Mrs. Abele for their teaching, hard work, and coordination of these special Liturgies.
Please keep our second-graders in your prayers. They are in the final stages of their sacramental preparation for First Communion. We are very proud of these students as they continue on the path of deepening their relationship with Jesus.
On behalf of our kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Cassiere, I’d like to thank all who have been praying for her husband Scott, who received a kidney transplant from his living donor over break. He is recovering slowly, but each day seems better and better. Please continue to keep him in your prayers, as he heals and becomes stronger.
Please join me in praying for our staff and students. We truly appreciate all the prayers and support we receive from our families, friends, and benefactors.
In Christ’s Peace,
Angie Heisel
Principal
TUTION REFUNDS/ IF APPLICABLE
Some families had made tuition payments before all EdChoice was finalized and may have ended up overpaying. The parish office has been going through all of the accounts and has started issuing refunds. The first round of refunds has been sent out. If you feel you are due a refund because of overpayment of tuition, it is likely coming in the next round of refunds. If you have any questions, you can contact Barb Cambell in the parish office.
CONGRATS TO THE MARCH
TRUPARTNER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to TruPartner of the Month, presented by TruPartner Credit Union, St. Ignatius School and TruPartner of the Month, 4th grader Eliza D. When a student needed assistance reviewing their multiplication facts, Eliza stepped in to help. Thanks for being such a great helper, Eliza! She will receive a $100 credit and gift from TruPartner Credit Union!
UPCOMING EVENTS
April 15-19: Right to Read Week
April 16: PTO Fundraiser, Jets Pizza, time TBD
April 18: Adoration, grade 2 at 2:00pm
April 19: Deadline to order yearbook
April 21: First Communion Mass, 2:30pm, CGS and Miss Schoenfeld's classes
April 22-26: Everybody Counts!
April 25: Adoration, grade 1 at 2:00pm
April 26: Spirit Day/Magnified Giving
April 28: First Communion Mass, 2:30pm, Mrs. Crowley and Miss Eichhold's classes
May 3: NO SCHOOL/School of Faith
May 5: First Communion Mass, 2:30pm, Ms. Cassaro and Ms. Etris' classes
May 13: PTO Meeting
May 21: PTO Fundraiser, Chipotle, time TBD
May 27: NO SCHOOL/MEMORIAL DAY
May 29: Graduation Mass, 7:00pm
May 31: iWalk
June 4: Health and Safety Fair
June 5: Olympic Day
June 6: Last Day of School, early dismissal (after Mass and homeroom)
June 14: Pig Roast
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
FORGIVENESS
"Pardoning those who offend you."
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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 April 15
Salad of the Week: Fried Chicken Salad
MONDAY: Dino nuggets, corn or salad
TUESDAY: Mexican pizza, black beans, salad
WEDNESDAY: Cinnamon and sugar soft pretzel, mixed vegetables or salad
THURSDAY: Pepperoni and cheese breadsticks, green beans or salad
FRIDAY: Sausage biscuit, 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
APRIL PTO FUNDRAISER, TUESDAY, APRIL 16
JET'S PIZZA, 4:00-8:00pm
Head to JET’S PIZZA on Tuesday, April 16, between 4:00-8:00pm. 20% of all sales will be donated back to St. Ignatius PTO! You must mention the fundraiser when ordering for us to receive credit.
Also, mark your calendar to head to the newest Chipotle on West Fork Rd on Tuesday, May 21. This fundraiser will be from 3:00-9:00pm and they will donate 25% of all sales to our PTO. Remember to mention the fundraiser when ordering! Please check out the attached flyer for the online ordering code.
Also, mark your calendar to head to the newest Chipotle on West Fork Rd on Tuesday, May 21. This fundraiser will be from 3:00-9:00pm and they will donate 25% of all sales to our PTO. Remember to mention the fundraiser when ordering! Please check out the attached flyer for the online ordering code.
RIGHT TO READ WEEK
APRIL 15-19
To celebrate Right to Read Week, your child is invited to come to school dressed as their favorite book character on Thursday, April 18. We ask that students stay away from anything violent or scary, including no weapons or masks. Their costume HAS to be a book character! You can be as creative or as simple as you would like, and there will be a prize for best dressed in each grade level! Students do not have to participate, but they will need to be in uniform if they choose not to participate.
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
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!
TriHealth Mobile Mammography will be visiting St. Ignatius on Monday, June 3, from 8:30am-3:00pm. Appointments are limited so sign up today!
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.
CONGRATS GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAMS!
Congratulations to several girls basketball teams for the following accomplishments!
4th Grade team Rizzo. St. Martin Tournament Champions. Players include Ava C., Natalie G., Lily K., Ellison M., Rosaly M., Nora O., Amber O., and Brooklyn R. Coaches Bill Rizzo, Chris Osterkamp.
5/6th Grade team Obert. St. Martin Tournament Champions.
Players include Katherine D., Elise F., Ava F., Juliana F., Charlotte K., Avery M., Payton O., and Olivia S. Coaches Mike Obert, Kevin Kueffner.
3rd Grade team Pope and Obert. St. Martin's Tournament Runner Up.
Players include Sophia Br, Olivia J., Josephine K., Charlotte K., Jessica M., Presley O., Chloe O., Molly P., and Ryan W. Coaches Brian Pope, Mike Obert.
Players include Sophia Br, Olivia J., Josephine K., Charlotte K., Jessica M., Presley O., Chloe O., Molly P., and Ryan W. Coaches Brian Pope, Mike Obert.
7/8th Grade B1 team Baker. St. Martin's Tournament Runner Up.
Players include Ellie A., Brynn A., Lyla B., Livia B., Gabrielle B., Arianna E., and Anna R., Riley T. Coaches Jeff Baker, Bernie Erwin.
7/8th Grade B team Ludwig. St. Dominic Tournament Runner Up.
Players include Maya B., Ella B., MacKenzie B., Maura D., Ava J., Ludwig A., Lacey M., Isabelle S., and Lucie W. Coaches Nick Ludwig.
3rd Grade team Gruber. St. Dominic Tournament Champions.
Players: Khloe A., Gretchen B., Hailey G., Bailey K., Hailey K., Autumn K., Addy M., and Addy S. Coaches John Gruber, Chris Samuelson.
Players: Khloe A., Gretchen B., Hailey G., Bailey K., Hailey K., Autumn K., Addy M., and Addy S. Coaches John Gruber, Chris Samuelson.
CONGRATS GIRLS 7/8 GIRLS BASKETBALL!
This team had an incredible season with a 20-1 record. They also had a perfect 10-0 league record earning another GWAC championship! Players include Kara B., Amanda C., Riley F., Charlotte H., McKenzie I., Olivia K., Ellie R., and Brooklyn T.. The team was coached by Kyle Koester and Keri Thoman.
CONGRATS 8TH GRADE
GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYERS!
Congratulations to all of the 8th grade girls basketball players who finished their careers at St. Ignatius. Thank you for your hard work and dedication over the years and thank you for representing St. Ignatius in such a positive light!
8th grade players include McKenzie K., Julia S., Morgan R., Charlie O., Hannah C., Olivia K., Ellie A., Brooklyn T., Charlotte H., Amanda C., and McKenzie I.
BOYS VOLLEYBALL 8TH GRADE NIGHT!
Join us for St. Ignatius Boys Volleyball 8th Grade Night! When: Saturday, April 27
Games at: 5:00pm, 6:00pm, and 7:00pm
Where: St. Ignatius gym
Hawaiian Luau Theme!
Concessions! Music! Fun! Come support our program!
Games at: 5:00pm, 6:00pm, and 7:00pm
Where: St. Ignatius gym
Hawaiian Luau Theme!
Concessions! Music! Fun! Come support our program!
ALUM NEWS
CONGRATS ALUMS, KINSEY SULLIVAN AND
DOMINIC JACKSON
Congratulations to Kinsey Sullivan and Dominic Jackson, both St. Ignatius Class of 2020 graduates, for being selected as Flying Pig Marathon Community Scholars. With 12 of their citywide peers, the Jeanne & Bob Coughlin Foundation and Skyline Chili awarded them $20,000 scholarships for college. Go Wildcats!
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
URSULINE ACADEMY
Spring Open House, Sunday, April 28, 1:00-3:00pm. Registration not mandatory, but encouraged.
Summer Camps. For a full list of camp offerings, please check out https://www.ursulineacademy.org/summer.
ST. XAVIER
Future Bombers Cookout, Saturday, April 20, from noon-2:00pm. All families of grade school students are welcome! Please use this link to RSVP.
SETON
Flag Football and Cheer Grade School Night, April 27, 6:00-8:00pm, in Seton's parking garage off Vincent Avenue.
EASTER HOME BLESSINGS
Who will bless the most? The Class of '22 and
the Class of '23 have entered into a healthy competition of who will bless the most homes this Easter Season!
Have you ever had your home blessed? How about a blessing this Easter Season? Use the link below to sign up to have your home blessed by Fr. Tran! https://bit.ly/EasterHomeBlessing2024
the Class of '23 have entered into a healthy competition of who will bless the most homes this Easter Season!
Have you ever had your home blessed? How about a blessing this Easter Season? Use the link below to sign up to have your home blessed by Fr. Tran! https://bit.ly/EasterHomeBlessing2024
THANK YOU FISH FRY TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS!
Thank you to the Fish Fry team of volunteers! Whether you set-up/cleaned up, cooked food, took or prepared orders, served or delivered meals to the homebound, thank you for your service! The Fish Fry could not take place without the help of each and every volunteer who stepped up each week! We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Jennifer Smith for her organization, efforts and service of time to lead the Fish Fry! It takes many hands for the Fish Fry to run smoothly and Jennifer has been very gracious with her time.
The Fish Fry proceeds of over $7K will be used for extra security at parish and all school Masses. Thank you to all who have helped make the Fish Fry a great success!
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.
UPDATE ON MISSION TRIP TO KENYA
Currently we have just three parishioners committed to visiting with the St. Peter Upendo community in Molo, Kenya in August. We’d like to have another half dozen parishioners or so to join us as we continue to build our relationship with this community. We plan to meet with the priest who says Mass on Sundays and leads the Catholic faithful in many ways as well as the brothers and sisters of the parish council. Through these conversations we hope to discover how we can support their growth in many dimensions as well as understand how they can aid us in our faith journey. We have much to learn from these faith-filled and joyous people who lead a very rudimentary and simple way of life. Lodging is in a newly built home similar to what we might find here on the west side and a kitchen is available for our meals. A safari side trip is possible for those interested. For more information please come to our next meeting April 15 in the Behler Room at 7:00pm. Questions? Email tgagliarducci@sainti.org.
Blessings, Deacon Tony.
Blessings, Deacon Tony.
PARISH COMMUNAL HOLY HOUR FOR
EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL! APRIL 18
St. Ignatius parish has been holding 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 Thursday, April 18.
Stay up to date on other parish events by visiting our webpage at https://bit.ly/NationalEucharisticRevival !
IGGYFEST MAIN AWARD IS BACK IN 2024
TICKET SALES ARE NOW OPEN!
The festival is again offering main award chances online! Tickets can be purchased online at: https://sainti.org/mainaward
What: IggyFest 2024 Main Award
When: 3/22/24 – 8/16/24
Cost: 1 Ticket for $25, 5 Tickets for $100
Tickets that were purchased online will become paper tickets and placed in the hopper with all other tickets. Winners will be drawn at 9:00pm on Sunday, August 27.
1 – Grand Prize $10,000
1 – Second Prize $2,000
4 – Third Prize $500 ea
10 – Fourth Prize $100 ea
Contact Raffle Manager: festivalchair@sainti.org
The festival is again offering main award chances online! Tickets can be purchased online at: https://sainti.org/mainaward
What: IggyFest 2024 Main Award
When: 3/22/24 – 8/16/24
Cost: 1 Ticket for $25, 5 Tickets for $100
Tickets that were purchased online will become paper tickets and placed in the hopper with all other tickets. Winners will be drawn at 9:00pm on Sunday, August 27.
1 – Grand Prize $10,000
1 – Second Prize $2,000
4 – Third Prize $500 ea
10 – Fourth Prize $100 ea
Contact Raffle Manager: festivalchair@sainti.org
THE BOOK BOOTH IS BACK AT IGGYFEST 2024!
Starting on May 1, a container will be available in the arish Office lobby for donations of gently used books. All types of books are needed! Collection events will be held on Wednesdays and Sundays from May through August. Please see parish communications for those dates and times, but mark your calendar for the first collection event on May 22 from 5:00-6:00pm in Loyola Hall.
Questions? Contact us at bookbooth@sainti.org.
