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Reitz Memorial High School
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Letter from the Principal:
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Dear Parents, Students and Staff,
School calendars are always a challenge, and we try to align ours with the eastside elementary schools and also with EVSC. Occasionally, spring break falls during Holy Week and that is the case for 2018. This is often a disappointment, as so many families travel during this time and we are separated from our parish and school.
At the same time, a Holy Week free from the responsibilities of school and work can offer enhanced opportunity for prayer. Over the years, my appreciation for the beauty and depth of our Holy Week liturgies has grown. I look forward to prayerful reflective time as we anticipate the greatest celebration of the year. One of the benefits of growing older is being able to look back and see that some of the most difficult of life’s experiences resulted in some of the greatest joys. That realization always helps me to face the next challenge.
I wish all of you a Holy Week filled with blessings, peace and the ultimate joy of Easter!
-Marie Williams
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LATE START FOR STUDENTS THIS WEDNESDAY.
TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE MORNING.
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STUDENTS ARRIVING EARLY
MUST ENTER THE MAIN DOORS
(FRONT CIRCLE) AND REPORT TO THE CAFETERIA FOR STUDY HALL. FIRST BLOCK BEGINS 9:35 AM.
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Note from Attendance Office:
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School begins at 7:35 a.m.
All students should be in class, engaged and ready to learn. As we guide our students through their high school years--we keep in mind that we are preparing them for the real world. Our students will move on to jobs--and getting to work on time is an expectation. Parents take on a responsibility to see that their sons/daughters get to school on time. Parents, students and schools working together yield results. Thank you for assistance in this matter. Feel free to contact the Attendance Office with any questions.
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Trivia night on Feb 17th was a big success and earned $1600 for the PTO. Most importantly, it was a fun night spent with our Memorial community. Thank you to the business sponsors: Salsarita's, Healthy Spaces, Swat Pest, Evansville Radiology, Breck Logistics, Paul's Pharmacy, Good Shepherd Knights of Columbus, Papa John's and Germania Maennerchor. We sincerely appreciate your support of RMHS!
We are making some changes to the PTO fundraisers for this next school year and will be moving trivia night to the fall. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 20 from 6:00-10:00 pm at Germania. Ladies Night Out at Gehlhausen's has been a huge success and we plan on having that one as well. We are open to suggestions and volunteers for additional or alternative fundraisers. If you'd like to share your time and talent, please let us know.
Plans are coming together for After Prom and After Baccalaureate. If you are interested in helping with these PTO events, please contact Dana Blanke, 812-760-7715.
The last PTO meeting of this school year will be on April 18 at 6:30 pm in the Media Center. Please join us to hear what's new with the PTO and what is being planned for the upcoming school year!
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Tuition Deposit Due - March 14:
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A $100 tuition deposit is
due on Wednesday, March 14
for all returning students for the 2018-2019 academic school year.
Deposits may be mailed in or dropped off at the business office located in Holy Cross Hall. If paying by check, please include your student’s name in the memo section of the check.
Please contact our Director of Admissions, Brian Heathcott, if you have any questions:
(812) 476-4973 ext.2022 or brianheathcott@evdio.org
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Many scholarship opportunities are arriving in the Counseling Office each week. A detailed description of each scholarship application currently in the Counseling Office can be found on the
Reitz Memorial website
. Since it is not possible to get scholarship information in the newsletter due to space constraints, it is important that students pay close attention to daily announcements and the RMHS website. There is also a scholarship drawer located in the Counseling Office with further information.
FAFSA DEADLINE APPROACHING
If you and your student plan to apply for financial aid, you must file the 2018-2019 FAFSA by April 15th. (Kentucky residents first come-first served.) Filing is done online at
fafsa.ed.gov
. Before filing you must get an FSA ID at
fsaid.ed.gov
. For further information on financial aid, visit
studentaid.ed.gov
and
www.in.gov/che/4497.htm
SENIOR TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY SCHOLARS
This is a reminder that all senior Scholars must file the FAFSA by the April 15th deadline in order to receive your scholarship. Also, remember to complete all Scholar requirements by the end of the school year, maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, and uphold all other pledge requirements.
INDIANA CAREER EXPLORER – Tip for Seniors
There are a couple of tools that you can use within ICE to help with scholarships and financial aid. Go to the “Scholarship and Grant Search” option in the Plan for Education tab. You can conduct a broad or narrow search for scholarships within any state, school, or organization by choosing the appropriate search criteria.
You can also click on the “Learn About Financial Aid” link to become familiar with the steps in the financial aid process.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Check the RMHS website for "
Summer Opportunities
" which include job opportunities, workshops, seminars and classes taken at colleges around the world.
CLASS OF 2019
Testing experts recommend that Juniors take the SAT and/or ACT in the spring of their Junior year. This year the ACT will be offered at Memorial on April 14, June 9, and July 14.
SAT DATES:
- May 5, 2018 (Register by April 6, 2018)
- June 2, 2018 (Register by May 3, 2018)
ACT DATES:
- April 14, 2018 (Register by March 9, 2018)*
- June 9, 2018 (Register by May 4, 2018)*
- July 14, 2018 (Register by June 15, 2018)*
* Test offered at Reitz Memorial
Important facts:
-Reitz Memorial’s school code is
150980
. This number needs to be included in your student’s registration to ensure that RMHS receives their scores.
-The NCAA does not accept test scores from the student’s transcript. They must come directly from ACT/SAT headquarters. The student should indicate the
NCAA code (9999)
when registering.
-It is possible to obtain a
fee waiver for the ACT and SAT
to cover the cost of taking the test. Contact Mrs. Bennett for more information.
-More and more schools are requiring that test scores come directly from the College Board (SAT) and/or ACT test centers. Both ACT and SAT allow you to send scores to four schools for free! Please take advantage of this opportunity during the test registration process.
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55th Annual High School Art Show:
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The following students had artwork selected for the annual high school art show. The opening for the exhibit is on
Thursday, March 15th at 7 PM
with all artwork on display from March 16th through April 15, 2018 at the Evansville Museum of Arts and Science.
Congratulations: Cole Brinker, Gabby Cox, Molly Durham, Mara Gleason, Cleo Griffin, Seth Hansen, Meili McCleary, Erin Nixon, Mary Schiff
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MARCH 9 MARKS THE END OF THE THIRD GRADING PERIOD. STUDENTS ARE ONCE AGAIN PERMITTED TO WEAR UNIFORM POLOS. THE SPIRIT STORE IS FULLY STOCKED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR END OF YEAR NEEDS.
SHOP ONLINE
OR HAVE YOUR STUDENT VISIT THE STORE DURING HOMEROOM.
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IFCA 2017 Academic All-State:
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Congratulations to the following students who have been named IFCA (Indiana Football Coaches Association) 2017 Academic All-State: Angelo Hawa, Matt Kiesel, Luke Montgomery and Jon Shafer
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2017-2018 Yearbook Orders:
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The price of your 2017-2018 yearbook will
increase to $65 on March 17
. Be sure to order your yearbook by this date in order to receive the discounted rate of $60.
Orders can be placed online at
www.jostensyearbooks.com
. If you have problems placing your order, please call a Jostens representative at 1-877-767-5217.
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79% (nearly 8 out of 10) of Memorial High School students
rarely or never drink alcohol
*Rarely = two or fewer drinks in a year
During the month of March, Youth First representatives can be found at school lunches doing giveaways for March Madness, including new t-shirts. Youth First can also be found at spring sports starting in April.
All future freshman were given
Truth Is
back sacks - thank you!
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2018 Source + Summit - March 16, 17, 18:
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Registration for the 2018 Source + Summit is now open. This three day event is a special opportunity to deepen your faith and belief in the Most Holy Eucharist as the very real presence of Jesus Christ. This weekend gives participants the opportunity to gather with other young people from around the diocese, listen to amazing guest speakers, and experience the Catholic faith in a whole new way.
Young adults, ages 13 to 24 are invited to participate in the Youth Retreat at Mater Dei High School, March 16-18.
There is also an adult retreat which will take place March 17, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church.
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Music Department Mattress Fundraiser:
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Join the RMHS Music Department in their Annual Mattress Fundraiser on
Sunday, March 11 from 11 AM to 5 PM in the Small Gym.
The Music Department has an anonymous donor who has pledged to match every dollar that is raised in this fundraiser in a donation to their program. So if you are in the market for a new mattress check out the selection on Saturday and your purchase can help this great organization!
- All Sizes Available!
- Delivery Available!
- Firm, Plush, Pillow Top, Latex, Gel Memory Foam, Air, Hybrid Mattresses.
- All Mattresses are Brand New with Full Factory Warranties!
- Adjustable Beds, Luxury Pillows, Sheets, Frames and Mattress Protectors.
- Cash, Check, Credit, Layaway and Financing Available!
- Every Purchase Benefits the Music Department!
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MONDAY, MARCH 5 (WHITE DAY)
HR: Football Meeting - Main Gym
HR: Speech Team - Cafeteria
Boys Basketball SIAC Meeting - Witting Media Center - 6 PM
TUESDAY, MARCH 6 ( BLUE DAY)
Book Club Meeting - Before School - Room 115
Red Cross Blood Drive
HR: Tiger Pride - Small Gym
HR: Yearbook Photos - Tiger Pride, Engineering Club, Student Council
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7 (WHITE DAY)
Faculty Professional Development - Late Start - 9:35 AM
Boys Track and Field Parent Meeting - Cafeteria - 5 PM
THURSDAY, MARCH 8 (BLUE DAY)
Mass - Chapel - 7 AM
Art Club Meeting - Room 131 - 3 to 5 PM
Tigerette Banquet - Cafeteria - 6 PM
FRIDAY, MARCH 9 (WHITE DAY)
End of Third Grading Period
HR: West Point Cadet Visit - Counseling Office
Boys JV Lacrosse vs. Mater Dei - Bob Hargrave Field - 5:30 PM
Winter Guard Exhibition - Main Gym - 6:30 PM
Boys Varsity Lacrosse vs. Mater Dei - Bob Hargrave Field - 7:30 PM
SATURDAY, MARCH 10
Set Construction - Auditorium - 8 AM-1 PM
Junior High Wrestling Invitational - Main Gym - 9 AM
Girls Varsity Lacrosse vs. Guerin Catholic - Bob Hargrave Field - 1 PM
Girls JV Lacrosse vs. Guerin Catholic - Bob Hargrave Field - 2:30 PM
Girls Varsity Lacrosse vs. Westfield - Bob Hargrave Field - 4 PM
SUNDAY, MARCH 11
Cheer Banquet - Cafeteria - 11:30 AM
Junior High Wrestling Invitational - Main Gym - 1 PM
Music Department Mattress Sale - Small Gym - 11 AM to 5 PM
Intramural Basketball - Main Gym - 7 PM
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March 12 - Senior Open Campus
March 12 - RMDM Give-back at Chipotle East - 4 to 8 PM
March 13 - Reconciliation Schedule
March 13 - Reitz Memorial Super Bowl Meet - Cafeteria - 4 PM
March 14 - Junior Retreat
March 14 - Football Parent Meeting
March 15 - Mass - Chapel - 7 AM
March 15 - Guest Speaker for Seniors - Auditorium - 8:35 AM
March 17 - Set Construction
March 18 - Wrestling Banquet
March 18 - Severe Weather Preparedness Week
March 20 - Swim Team Banquet
March 22 - All School Mass - Auditorium - 10:25 AM
March 26-30 - Spring Break
March 27 - Chrism Mass - St. Benendict - 5:30 PM
April 1 - School in Session
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