MR. VANCE'S NEWS TO USE THIS WEEK
OCTOBER 23, 2020
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I pray this finds you and your family healthy during this fall season! The School Leadership Team recently discussing our operating plan in light of the Governor's announcement. It was announced that Hamilton County is now in the "Alert" stage due to the spread of Covid 19. After careful consideration, we have decided to remain open for the immediate future.
I want to share our reasoning so that you can understand why we feel this is the best option at this time. First, there have been no positive cases of students or staff since the beginning of school. Secondly, students who have been quarantined were exposed by another family member and not another student or staff member at St. Ignatius. There is no person to person spread in the building at this time. Finally, we feel that face to face instruction is the best for our students and staff. The quality of instruction is better, student performance and achievement is higher, and we can honor our mission of educating the whole child. Our health protocols are working to keep children safely in the building at this time, and most importantly, the staff and students want to be in school.
I share this with you so you can see how we are currently thinking. I do caution all of us to recall the spring when we were given a few hours of notice that a school closure was imminent. Please continue to secure childcare options should we have to close by order of the health department or for an outbreak in our school. The School Leadership Team will continue to to review the numbers, meet with medical and health professionals, and track the number of cases in the building to determine how safe it is for face to face instruction. After speaking with many of the staff and groups of students, they overwhelmingly want to stay in school. I agree. As long as we can stay healthy, we will remain in face to face instruction.
Please continue to practice the health procedures outlined in the Covid 19 Addendum attached to this Wire and also found in the family handbook. These include practicing social distance, frequent handwashing, and wearing a mask. I am confident we can do this! Thank you for your support of our remarkable students and staff!
Great news about our preschool! The State of Ohio Department of Education came for an unannounced inspection of the preschool yesterday (this is how it is supposed to happen). The program, curriculum, building, and administration were reviewed and evaluated. Due to the exceptional staff and program we have created, we are in full compliance with all rules and standards set by ODE. Congratulations to Mrs. Schnur and her staff!
Please keep our 8th graders in your thoughts and prayers as they continue to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation.
In Christ's Peace,
Kevin Vance
Principal
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND GENTLE REMINDERS
THE LAST SHALL BE FIRST (CAR RIDERS, THAT IS!)
Beginning on Monday, October 26 through the whole second quarter, please be aware that we will be changing the order of car rider dismissal. The last shall be first! We will announce Group 4 (last names S-Z) first at the end of the day and work our way through the alphabet in reverse order. We're trying to be sensitive to the long wait in the car rider line at the end of the day.
PJ AND DONUT PARTY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
All families who have sold 10 or more raffle tickets are welcome to wear comfy pajamas to school on Tuesday, October 27. These same students will be invited to come to the cafeteria in small groups sometime during the morning to have their donut treat while staying socially distant. Teachers will be provided with a list of names of eligible students on Monday.
HALLOWEEN IN TIMES OF COVID 19
Halloween will be celebrated on Friday, October 30. While things will look different this year, we are confident that we can hold classroom parties and a modified parade for students only. We ask that students arrive to school with their costume on and if they plan on changing out of their costume, they can wear spirit wear. We encourage creative costumes that promote healthy imagination and fun. Costumes should not be bloody or gory. No weapons, lookalikes, or anything that could be used like a weapon. No masks since students will need to be able to see while attending school. Students should also wear safe and secure shoes. Due to the heightened emotions around the election this year, we ask that no political figures or mottos be used as a costume or any part of a costume.
Room parents will be coordinating a collection of items for the classroom parties and creating some games that can be conducted in the classroom. Since we are currently not involving volunteers in the building, there will be no visitors during the day. Thank you for your continued support of our efforts in providing a healthy school environment.
Halloween will be celebrated on Friday, October 30. While things will look different this year, we are confident that we can hold classroom parties and a modified parade for students only. We ask that students arrive to school with their costume on and if they plan on changing out of their costume, they can wear spirit wear. We encourage creative costumes that promote healthy imagination and fun. Costumes should not be bloody or gory. No weapons, lookalikes, or anything that could be used like a weapon. No masks since students will need to be able to see while attending school. Students should also wear safe and secure shoes. Due to the heightened emotions around the election this year, we ask that no political figures or mottos be used as a costume or any part of a costume.
Room parents will be coordinating a collection of items for the classroom parties and creating some games that can be conducted in the classroom. Since we are currently not involving volunteers in the building, there will be no visitors during the day. Thank you for your continued support of our efforts in providing a healthy school environment.
COVID 19 CASES IN YOUR FAMILY?
If Covid 19 affects your family, we ask that you contact our school nurse, Mrs. Kathy Reder. Please let her know if someone in your family has tested positive or that they have been quarantined due to an exposure to the virus. This information will help us track how prevalent it is in our community and plan for the future of your child's education. You can contact her by email at kreder@saintischool.org.
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH IS
FRIENDSHIP: Sharing in the mutual love
that seeks the good of others.
NOTES FROM THE NURSE
HEALTHY REMINDERS
Dear Parents,
We have done well so far with increased measures to prevent the spread of illness. Thank you! However, I feel it is necessary to put out a few reminders so we don't get complacent. Please:
1. Send your child to school with a clean mask and an extra in their backpack. (The masks ARE getting dirty and/or wet during the day.) Their mask should fit snugly but comfortably without large gaps and cover the nose and mouth. Masks should be handled by the straps.
2. Have them wash their hands before they leave for school and as soon as they get home from school. Effective hand washing needs water, soap and rubbing to form suds for 20 seconds getting all surfaces including finger tips.
3. Remind them NOT to touch their faces. With allergies and colds this time of year, it is extra important to remind them of this. If needed, send them with a supply of tissues to keep at their desks to use instead of their hands.
4. Remind them to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer if they blow or wipe their nose.
Thank you very much for your continued cooperation.
Kathy Reder RN
We have done well so far with increased measures to prevent the spread of illness. Thank you! However, I feel it is necessary to put out a few reminders so we don't get complacent. Please:
1. Send your child to school with a clean mask and an extra in their backpack. (The masks ARE getting dirty and/or wet during the day.) Their mask should fit snugly but comfortably without large gaps and cover the nose and mouth. Masks should be handled by the straps.
2. Have them wash their hands before they leave for school and as soon as they get home from school. Effective hand washing needs water, soap and rubbing to form suds for 20 seconds getting all surfaces including finger tips.
3. Remind them NOT to touch their faces. With allergies and colds this time of year, it is extra important to remind them of this. If needed, send them with a supply of tissues to keep at their desks to use instead of their hands.
4. Remind them to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer if they blow or wipe their nose.
Thank you very much for your continued cooperation.
Kathy Reder RN
SCHOOL NEWS
LUNCH MENU
Week of October 26
Hot Lunch-$2.50
Double Entree (grades 4-8) $1.50
Salad Entree-$3.25
Milk/Juice-$0.50
Every meal includes fruit and milk
Salad of the Week - Garden Salad
MONDAY: Walking taco, salad
TUESDAY: Grilled cheese, green beans
WEDNESDAY: Pancake and sausage on a stick, hashbrown
THURSDAY: Pepperoni pizza, carrots w/ ranch
FRIDAY: Cheddar Cheese filled breadstick, corn
BOX OF JOY OUTREACH PROJECT
DEADLINE FOR ITEMS IS THURSDAY, NOV. 5
This is just a reminder that classrooms are still collecting items for the Box of Joy outreach project that will help children around the world with a present to open at Christmas time. Each homeroom has a SignUp Genius created for families to bring in various items such as small games, toys, crayons, books, a small donation to pay for the shipping. Please see the list attached to this Wire for more information or go to https://crosscatholic.org/box-of-joy/. Families are also invited to create their own boxes and return them to school by Thursday, November 5. Extra boxes are available in the back of church.
VIRTUAL BID & BUY
NOVEMBER 4 - 15
The spirit of IggyFest lives on in the heart of our parish with a fun event just in time to celebrate our Jubilee and help our parish thrive; Introducing The St. Ignatius Virtual Bid & Buy! Going live on Wednesday, November 4 and running until Sunday November 15. We are hosting this event with items from our generous donors, both inside the parish and local businesses. There are some pretty exciting things to bid on, just in time for the holidays!
Here’s how you can get ready to win some items:
Get the QTego App
The spirit of IggyFest lives on in the heart of our parish with a fun event just in time to celebrate our Jubilee and help our parish thrive; Introducing The St. Ignatius Virtual Bid & Buy! Going live on Wednesday, November 4 and running until Sunday November 15. We are hosting this event with items from our generous donors, both inside the parish and local businesses. There are some pretty exciting things to bid on, just in time for the holidays!
Here’s how you can get ready to win some items:
Get the QTego App
You can help by downloading the QTego app to be ready to bid! Then, beginning on November 4, start bidding on our exciting items. There is something for everyone! See the article on our website at www.sainti.org for complete details. Here is a sampling of some of the exciting items we will have on the St. Ignatius Virtual Bid & Buy!
Experiences:
Luxury Weekend Getaway for you and 12 of your guests at a local mansion with indoor heated pool and hot tub.
Wine Tasting Event at a glam OTR condo.
‘Dinner With Our Fathers’ freshly prepared dinner while you and your guests chat with Fr. Earl and friends!
Porch Party With Fr. Alex. Pizza party for you and 7 friends with our beloved "banjo-playing" Fr. Alex!
Golf Outing A day at the links with you and 3 friends at Miamiview Golf Club.
Family Fun: Night Under The Stars At The Observatory, a skating party, Family Zoo Membership, and much more!
Unique Items:
Unique Items:
$1000 GC For Orthodontics, Reds hat signed by Eric Davis, St. Francis garden statue, VIP parking, 5 handcrafted wreaths for all seasons, artisan handblown glass pumpkin, handcrafted domino set, modern cast-aluminum Nativity, 34 designer handcrafted statement necklaces, sports memorabilia, a salon package, and much more!
Big Ticket Items:
Big Ticket Items:
Blowup movie screen and projector, Nintendo Switch, Canon camera, Fire tablet, Donna Salyer faux fox fur luxury throw, Sol And Selene glam backpack, Margarita slushie machine, Instant Pot, telescope, Polar Express train, basketball hoop, firepit, Balsam Hill Christmas tree and much more!
Fun Items:
Fun Items:
Kids Science, pool party games, LEGOs, family game night games, mini golf passes, Barbie, outdoor fun, spiritwear, and much more!
JUBILEE COMMEMORATIVE ALE
West Side Brewing’s purchase site may say it will be ready for pick up today, but due to the the custom nature of this opportunity, we are pre-selling now, and pick will be in early November after the pre-sale closes.
Cans are sold by the 6 pack for $20 and available for pre-order now. Using the link below will take you to West Side Brewing’s site to handle the transaction.
https://bit.ly/WestSideJubileeAle
Cans will be available for pick up in early November at West Side Brewing, 3044 Harrison Avenue. Get your order in today, because they are limited in number and once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Cans are sold by the 6 pack for $20 and available for pre-order now. Using the link below will take you to West Side Brewing’s site to handle the transaction.
https://bit.ly/WestSideJubileeAle
Cans will be available for pick up in early November at West Side Brewing, 3044 Harrison Avenue. Get your order in today, because they are limited in number and once they’re gone, they’re gone!
ORNAMENT CONTEST DEADLINE EXTENDED!
It's not too late to enter! The St. Ignatius Jubilee Committee will accept entries for this year's ornament contest through noon on Monday, October 26. Students and parish members may submit an ornament that could represent St. Ignatius Church or School on the St. Peter in Chains Christmas tree. There are currently no church or school entries for 5th-8th grade and 9th-12th grade. The winner in each of the five age groups for both church and school ornaments will choose a $10 gift card!
Ornaments are being collected in designated bins in the front entrance of church and the main lobby of school. The winning ornaments will be decided online via Flocknote and Facebook by a majority vote. Voting will run October 26-29. Winners will be announced on Friday, October 30!
Ornaments are being collected in designated bins in the front entrance of church and the main lobby of school. The winning ornaments will be decided online via Flocknote and Facebook by a majority vote. Voting will run October 26-29. Winners will be announced on Friday, October 30!
