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A Message From Mr Stoops
Principal's Message
Tomorrow, we will conclude another successful school year and have several meaningful activities planned to help celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of our students and faculty! I invite everyone to our final all school mass for the year, beginning at 9:00. At this mass, we conclude by singing the Circle Song. It is a heartwarming experience to hear our students be part of this tradition as they prepare to advance in grade level. Below, the chorus for the song is listed; and I could not agree with the words more! We will end the day and school year with our closing ceremony at 10:15 in the PC Gym. All parents are invited to attend both events.
All my life's a circle, sunrise and sundown.
The moon rose through the nighttime,
'Till the daybreak comes around.
All my life's a circle, but I can't tell you why
The seasons spinning 'round again.
The years keep rolling by.
Thank you for sending your angels to GA this school year. I cherish each one of the students, and have truly enjoyed interacting with them as they developed throughout the year. Guardian Angels School is a special place because of the people who make this an outstanding community! Thank you for sharing the gift of your children.
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End Of School Reminders
Important Notice Regarding Bus Service
There will be
no bus service on the last day of school, Thursday 6/2. All students must be picked up from school on this day, as there is
no Extended Day Care as well. Please keep in mind that dismissal on June 2nd is at 11:00am.
Medication In The Nurse's Office
If you have any medication that you want back, please drop by the Health Room tomorrow to pick it up. We will have to discard any medication left here.
Thank you for a great year. Have a fun, safe summer!
Robyn Pope and Elizabeth Pyles
Last Day of School
We will be celebrating the successes of our 2015-2016 school year on our last day, Thursday 6/2! Our school day will begin at the regular time of 8:00am. Our
final Mass of the school year will begin at 9:00am with the students singing our special GA Circle Song. Following Mass, the entire school community will participate in a
closing ceremony in the PC Gym at 10:15am. Parents and families are welcome to attend as well!
Our angels will be dismissed at 11:00am on Thursday, June 2.
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Important Notes For Summer
Summer Reading Assignments
In order to help students maintain their skills in Reading during the summer months, all students going into grades 1 - 8 are asked to read one required book as listed below and keep a reading log of all the books that they read during the summer.
Each grade level Language Arts teachers will be giving specific instructions to the students in a letter to them which will be sent home on the last day of school. Copies of the letters and of the reading log can be found on our website next week. Joseph-Beth Booksellers (Rookwood) will have the required books. You may also order the books through Book Rack at 8315 Beechmont Avenue.
Required Summer Reading List
Students entering Grade 1: Put Me in the Zoo by Robert Lopshire (a Dr. Seuss Easy Reader)
Students entering Grade 2: Get Ready for Second Grade Amber Brown by Paula Danziger
Students entering Grade 3: Third Grade Angels by Jerry Spinelli
Students entering Grade 4: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
Students entering Grade 5: The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davis
Students entering Grade 6: A Week in the Woods by Andrew Clements
Students entering Grade 7: Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Students Entering Grade 8: The Last Book in the Universe by Rodman Philbrick
Summer Math Books
Each student currently in grades K-7 will receive a Summer Solutions Math book to complete over the summer break. Books will be distributed to students on the final day of school. Each book costs $13.00 and is a requirement for all students to complete. If you have not already sent in your payment, please send $13.00 to your child's homeroom teacher tomorrow. Thank you very much!
Summer Office Hours
Typical office hours throughout the summertime will be from 7:00-3:00 daily. However, there may be times throughout the summer where office personnel are out of the office. If you plan to be on campus and need to speak with someone, please call ahead to be sure the office is open.
Teacher Tutors Available For The Summer
GA teachers are available this summer to help students review what they learned this year and make sure they are prepared for the next grade in the Fall. You have flexibility to schedule a tutor for the entire summer or for just a few weeks before school starts. Attached is a
flyer with more information.
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AngelsFest Is June 10, 11, 12
Guardian Angels Parish's largest fundraiser is quickly approaching!!!
You'll find great food, drinks, live entertainment and games for all ages. Here is a look at the schedule for each night:
Friday, June 10: 7:00pm-12:00am
Rides: Wristband Special from 7:00pm-11:00pm $15/each
Saturday, June 11: 5:00pm-12:00am
Children's Games: All You Can Play Wristband $25
Sunday, June 12: 4:00pm-10:00pm
Children's Games: All You Can Play Wristband $25
Rides: Wristband Special from 4:00pm-6:00pm $10/each
Also on Sunday, we'll have some special guests on hand! Anna, Elsa, Darth Vader, and a Jedi will be available to sign autographs and take pictures from 5:30-7:30.
We will also be serving local craft beer from 50 West and Blank Slate Brewing Companies.
Volunteers Needed For Festival Weekend
This is the parish's largest fundraiser. We ask every family who is able to participate in some way please.
Pre-Register Now For Our Bid-N-Buy
The Guardian Angels Festival is only a few weeks away, June 10-12. Details for the weekend can be found below but we want to make sure everyone is ready to bid on some exciting items once our festival kicks off. The Bid N Buy auction will be online again this year. How successful the auction is, depends on you!
Click
here to register your phone today. After you register, you will then receive two texts; one with confirmation you are registered, one with your PIN and a link to your personalized auction page. You need your PIN to view your site. Hold on to this PIN until after the festival weekend. Bidding is not open yet but it will be easier to get started bidding if you register sooner rather than later.
Any questions? Contact
Margaret Dunn
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Premier Raffle Items.
Also, don't miss a chance to win fabulous items from our Premier Raffle. Raffle tickets are $20 each of you can buy three for $50. Tickets will be sold after all Masses June 4 and 5 and at the festival. Here are the three items for which you may win:
You can always find more information about AngelsFest, including event hours, on our website.
Help us promote this great event by liking, joining and sharing our
Facebook event
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Thank You To Our Sponsors
Bid-N-Buy Sponsors
Premier Raffle Donors
Gold Sponsors
Cool Zone Sponsor:
Bachman's Inc
Silver Sponsor:
In-Kind Sponsors:
Seven Hills Women's Health Centers A&A Safety
Academy Rentals
Red Sponsors:
Archbishop McNicholas HS
EME Fence Co. Inc.
First Financial Bank
Penn Station Janell Inc. Concrete & Masonry
Messer Construction
White Sponsors:
Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church
Coins Plus
Party Princess Productions- Cincinnati
Courtesy Automotive Patriot Signage
J&M Marketing Queen City Propane
Pediatric Dentistry of Anderson
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Other News & Announcements
Thank You For Making The Variety Show A Success
What a night to remember! The 8th grade Variety Show was a huge success! The students had a fun and memorable time putting together some great acts and performing for the students and their
families! Thanks goes to all the 8th graders, their parents who helped behind the scenes,
and anyone
who simply supported the 8th grade's efforts! This show could not have been possible without the leads Donata Guessford and Emma O'Connor, helper moms Heidi Walsh, Andrea Mindrum and Ileana Russell as well as several 7th grade moms who helped keep everything running smoothly!
Teachers and administration, especially the 8th grade team, Bradley Barnes and Jan Diehl, could not have been more supportive of this Variety Show!! What a great note for our 8th graders to end their GA years!
Summer Soccer Camp
Guardian Angels has again partnered with Jack Hermans' OSYSA/Soccer Unlimited Camp to offer a private GA Soccer Camp this summer. Coach Hermans is a former professional soccer player and former head coach of the Xavier University men's soccer team. He brings with him many talented coaches to help young athletes learn and practice soccer drills, the rules of the game, and teamwork in a fun atmosphere.
Guardian Angels Soccer Camp
Dates: August 15th - August 19th
Hours: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (bring your soccer ball and water)
Location: Armleder Park
Lead Instructor: Jack Hermans, Director of OSYSA Summer Programs
Cost: $89 (2 or more per family: 10% discount)
A flyer is
attached with more information and the Registration Form. If you have any questions, please contact
Chris Beerman .
GA UC Skills Volleyball Camp
Guardian Angels has again partnered with the University of Cincinnati Volleyball Program to offer a unique opportunity to train with the Division 1 Coaches and players of the UC Bearcats Women's Volleyball Program!
The Bearcats will host an All-Skills Volleyball Camp this summer right here at Guardian Angels for all boys and girls in incoming grades 3-9. This year's camp will be lead by UC Head Coach Molly Alvey, Assistant Coach Philip White and the University of Cincinnati Bearcat Volleyball Players!
Guardian Angels hosts the ONLY grade school satellite volleyball camp offered by UC! Registration is limited. Last year we sold out both sessions, so please
register online early.
2016 UC Bearcat Volleybal1 Summer Camp at Guardian Angels!
Session 1 incoming 3-5th
July 25, 26, 27 9:00-11:30am
(bring your brown bag & have lunch with the Bearcat players at 11:30-noon)
Session 1 Fee: $90 includes tee
Session 2 incoming 6-9th
July 25, 26, 27 12:00-3:00pm
Session 2 Fee $110 includes tee
All sessions held at the Guardian Angels Parish Center. A flyer is
attached with information. If you have any questions, contact
Connie Ganim.
Fall Sports Registration Now Open
Football
GA Football registrations are in full swing for the 2016/2017 school year! Our football program is one of a kind and consists of building relationships, working as a team, learning the game as well as becoming a part of a family. Yes, I said family! The boys and/or girls rely on each other, respect one another and respect the game itself. Football teaches discipline, respect, and team work on and off the field.
We are currently looking for more participants in all grades so sign up today and enjoy the upcoming season!!
Cheerleading
Do you have GA Pride? Do you have GA Spirit?
It's that time of year again, Cheer Sign ups! Please visit
our website to sign up your child for CHEER! We have Cheer for EVERY grade level!
GA cheerleaders are a part of a team representing our school at all football games and various other activities during the fall football season. The cheer and football season runs August through November with possible post season tournament play. All uniforms and Pom-Poms are provided!
We are ready to make this cheer season FUN for our kids, this means we also need parent involvement as Coaches and sideline helpers. If YOU have the desire to coach or assist, or want to create a dance or help with cheer camps....PLEASE volunteer! In order to have a successful program, we need YOU!
If interested in volunteering, please note that when you sign up or email
Kim Howell. All volunteers must be Virtus trained, have answered all bulletins to date, and have a current background check on file.
GA Pride, Spirit and Service is GA CHEER!!!!!
Golf
It is time to sign up for GA Golf! Open to boys and girls grades 6th-8th. This is not an instructional golf league, but all skill levels are welcome! Practices will be Saturday morning starting in mid-August and the matches are usually during the week and will run through mid-October. Please email Dan Brunner with any questions. Register online by June 15th.
Attention 6th & 7th Grade Parents
Each year, the 7 th and 8 th graders are allowed the privilege of wearing gray hoodies as part of the school uniform. The 8 th grade class sells hoodies as a fundraiser for their trip to DC. The hoodies have a new design each year which is personalized for the classes of 2017 and 2018. Each class's has all the students' names on them in that grade. These hoodies will be available to order when school resumes in the fall so look for details then. There is nothing to order over the summer.
Kroger Community Rewards
Have you signed up for Kroger Community Rewards and designated GA as your beneficiary? The more families who register, the more money our school receives through the program.
Kroger Community Rewards offers a great way for you to support our school's technology fund...and you don't have to spend a penny. Register your rewards card
online and select Guardian Angels as your beneficiary. You can search for GA or use our NPO number, 80200. The amount Guardian Angels receives depends on the points our supporters rack up while grocery shopping. Enrolling does NOT impact the points you use to redeem for discounts at the pump but supporters are required to re-register every year.
Remke Rewards
You no longer need to load gift cards in order to support our school while shopping at Remke Markets! Remke has revamped their Caring Neighbor Program effective January 1st. The new program works similarly to the Kroger Community Rewards program. Now, in order to support Guardian Angels, all you need to do is link your Remke card to Guardian Angels. Go
online
and click "Register your Remke Rewards card" in the upper right corner (in orange font). Fill out the requested information, and choose Guardian Angels PTA - 1883, under Caring Neighbors Non-profit Organization. Please be certain you choose organization number 1883, and that it mentions the PTA. There is a school in Northern Kentucky with an almost identical name to ours. Once you have registered your card, Remke will donate 2% of your purchases to the PTA. It's that easy! As with Kroger, cards will need to be re-registered each year.
If you do not have a Remke Rewards card, you can sign-up for one
here.
Whether you shop at Remke a lot or a little, we hope you will take a few minutes to register your Remke card. If you have any questions or difficulty signing up, please contact
Megan Roach.
Thank you for your support!
One Place For Catholic Content
Guardian Angels Parish is excited to bring a new platform to its parishioners that provides wonderful learning resources. Your access is free by using the code provided to our parishioners. On formed.org, you'll find programs geared towards Scripture Study, Sacramental Preparation, Marriage Preparation and Enrichment, Adult Faith Formation, and much more.
Register
online and enter
the code: 4EVXRB.
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