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A Message From Ms. Durstock
We are officially a month into the school year and the classrooms are indeed buzzing with Joyful Noise. Last week, our third graders celebrated the 101st birthday of author Roald Dahl. Their day was filled with engaging instructional activities centered on his life and career; each student created their own character name based on his many books and they capped off their celebration by making "dream jars".
This week, 8th grade students have taken on the role of engineers, and are building rockets as part of their science unit on model and simulation. Their week of calculating mathematical equations, drawing design plans, and constructing their rockets will culminate with a launch from the football field on Thursday.
Our 6th graders have embarked on their annual Camp Kern trip. They have spent the past few days participating in team building exercises, interacting with nature on hiking trails, learning about historical aspects of Ohio and even fine tuning their line dancing skills at a hoedown. Be sure to check out the
Guardian Angels Facebook page for pictures of their Camp Kern adventures!
This is just a tiny glimpse into the many wonderful things happening throughout Guardian Angels school. Our year is off to a great start; and we look forward to many more days filled with learning, growing in our faith and making a joyful noise!
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125th Anniversary Celebration
Everyone is invited to join our
125th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, October 1st.
Archbishop Schnurr will be here to celebrate our noon Mass. A potluck lunch will follow Mass. The entrée, Eli's BBQ, will be provided; we ask parishioners to bring a side, salad, or dessert to share. You can
RSVP here
; we ask for an RSVP to better determine the amount of bbq needed.
This is the last week to RSVP for our 125th Anniversary lunch.
To conclude our anniversary celebration on October 1st, we will have a
golf ball drop on the football field. Golf balls are 1 for $10 or 3 for $25. You will receive a ticket number that coincides with your golf ball(s). The ball that lands closest to the target wins.
- $1,000 1st Place
- $125 2nd Place
- $125 3rd Place
Tickets will be available after Masses this weekend. Money raised will help renovate the concession area in the undercroft.
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Volunteers Needed For Servathon On September 29
Our 5th annual Servathon is one week from Friday.
This day of service for all of our students is a great way to make an impact in the community we serve. It is also the school's largest fundraiser of the year. Flyers were sent home and should be sent out as soon as possible.
If you need additional fliers or would like an electronic version, please email
Servathon@gaschool.org
.
This event is not possible without dozens of adult volunteers. If you are able to volunteer, please sign up online. All volunteers must be VIRTUS trained, up-to-date on the bulletins, and have a current background check on file.
You can also help us spread the word about this wonderful event by sharing our Facebook event. You can find a link to donate online to our cause through that event or on our website.
Your help is greatly appreciated in making this GA's largest fundraiser and a great experience for our students.
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GA Robotics & Engineering Club
The GA Robotics and Engineering Club will be starting up this year with the first meeting to be held on Thursday,
September 21st from
3:00-4:30pm in the GA Science Lab. The club is open to any students in grades four through eight.
We are welcoming any returning members from last year plus any new students who are interested, especially 4th grade students who are now eligible to join. The annual fee for the club is $50 which covers all materials, all robots, snack+ drink for all meetings and a Robotics t-shirt for new members.
The club's objective is to provide a fun and educational outlet for GA students in grades 4-8 to learn about different topics in robotics or engineering. This will be fostered by engaging the students with varied "hands-on" activities related to topics in engineering and by the building and programming of Lego NXT and EVO robots.
Planned meeting dates are : Sept 21, 28, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 7, Jan 11, 25, Feb 8, Mar 8, 22, April 12, May10
Attached is the sign up form for the club. Please have your child bring the signed and completed form and dues along with them to the first meeting. If they do not have the completed form, please still have your child attend the first meeting and a form will be provided to them. The first meeting will focus on rocketry. The students will make and launch air-powered rockets.
Thank you. If you have questions, please email
Steve Rowekamp.
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New GA Spirit Wear Sweatpants
The 8th grade will be selling sweatpants for all grades with the "Angels" logo down the side. They have been approved to wear for "out of uniform" days.
These are the ONLY sweatpants approved to wear on out of uniform days. If you have not sees the pants in person, here are sizing charts:
youth sizing and
adult sizing. If you have questions, please contact
Bridget Fesemeier or
Carmen Brunner.
Orders will be taken until September 29th. This is a one-time order with the proceeds going toward the 8th grade's trip to DC.
Click here for the order form.
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Library News
Scholastic Book Fair
Students are invited to bring a guest to lunch with them during the week of the book fair, then that guest is invited to shop in the library. A schedule and reservation form is
attached.
Volunteers are essential at our book fair, They help students select books, run cash registers, and restock merchandise. If you are able to volunteer, please
sign-up here.
Guardian Angels hosts an Author Visit on
October 12th.
Grades K-3 will be attending the "Author Visit."
From the beloved author and illustrator of
If I Could Keep You Little... and
I Love You So... comes a new uplifting and timely book that helps children celebrate bravery - in all of its various forms.
Be Brave Little One (
August 2017) is sure to become a new favorite from Marianne Richmond, who has sold over 2.5 million books.
An order form is attached.
Marianne is a wonderful presenter and has created a program around
Be Brave Little One that emphasizes not only the importance of bravery, but the fact that bravery can take many different forms.
Most of us, kids included, often equate bravery with the big, outward choices like starting a new school, standing up for someone, or climbing a big mountain. But courage is the small and quiet actions, too. It can be choosing to quit an activity or sport, going home at a sleepover, or choosing to keep going through a challenging situation. This presentation will make children see that courage takes all forms, and that sometimes fear and bravery can go hand in hand when you are living life with courage.
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Clothing Drive
We are conducting a clothing drive for Mission Sunday (weekend of Oct. 21-Oct. 22). This greatly benefits our missions in Appalachia and South Dakota.
Collection of gently used clothing (infants-adults) will begin Monday, October 9 and conclude on Wednesday, October 18. The families are in desperate need of infant and toddler clothing. But all donations are welcome. Clean out your summer clothing as we transition to fall. Pass on the word to family and friends.
Please send your donated items to Room 1, Mrs. Sarky's classroom.
Thank you so much for your support and generosity.
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Fathers Team
Guardian Angles Fathers Team topic for Friday,
September 22 - Who Are Your Male Friends
As parents we often look out to see who are children are associating with as friends. Are they good kids from good families? Are they going to help lead my children on a good path?
As adult men we will look at who are our close friends. How does my relationship with them influence me? How does it help them?
Through group discussion and shared experience, this group of dedicated GA Fathers striving all to be better Catholics, Husbands and Fathers will take up these questions from 6:05am - 6:55am Friday in Meeting room B (the undercroft next to school cafeteria). The group meets weekly. You can learn more on the
parish website.
A beautiful sunrise, hot coffee and meaningful conversation are promised to all who can attend.
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Athletics Boosters News
Lil Angels
Is your K, 1st or 2nd child ready to learn about the fundamentals of sports? Registration is now open for GA Lil Angels! Lil Angels is open to grades K-2, both boys and girls. Please register on the Guardian Angels Booster
website.
This is an 8 week program to teach the kids about the volleyball, basketball, soccer and being a good teammate.
Practices are right after school until 4:00pm; they start the week after Thanksgiving and will end early February.
Kindergarten - Wednesdays
1st Grade - Fridays
2nd Grade - Thursdays
If you are willing to help be an assistant coach, please mark that when you are registering your Lil Angel.
If you have any questions, please reach out to
Rusty Kinney.
Basketball
Basketball registration is now open! Please register your child
online.
Basketball is offered for grades 3-8 with no prior experience needed.
Register today!
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Other Upcoming Events
Bad Moms Night Out: September 30
The women of Guardian Angels Parish are invited to a Bad Moms Night Out. The evening includes a viewing of
Bad Moms, drinks, small bites, and connecting with other GA moms. The event is Saturday,
September 30th from 7:30-10:00pm at Lyceum on Berkshire Club Drive. It is $25 per person, due by September 29th. An RSVP form is
attached with more information.
Monster Mash: October 28
Our Annual Monster Mash will take place on Saturday, October 28 from 6:00-9:00pm in the GA Undercroft. The cost is $50 per family or $15 for individual tickets; all children must be accompanied by an adult.
More information will be included in future Wednesday Heralds and a ticket flyer will be sent home at the end of September.
We are looking for sponsors and volunteers to help on the committee, if interested contact Amy Armstrong Smith.
Parents Night Out: Saturday, February 10
Save the Date for the PTA's Annual Parents Night Out Event to celebrate Guardian Angels Parish's 125th Anniversary. More details about the event on February 10th will be released this winter.
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2017-2018 Enrichment Opportunities
Many enrichment classes will be offered at GA for the 2017-2018 school year; details are
attached. Some dates are still to be determined so look for those to follow. Sign-ups for the classes listed below are open now.
Legos We Do Journey Grades: 2-3
Take a "journey" to lands far away where giants and exotic birds live, to the rough oceans where boats and seaplanes venture, and to the crowd roaring arenas for Olympic soccer games! Build these and other LEGO models that come to "life" by programming them on a laptop to move and make sounds. See
attached flyer for more details and registration information.
Taught by: iSPACE
Classes Meet:Tuesdays 10/17, 10/24, 11/7 and 11/14; 3:00pm-4:30pm
Fee:
$85
Legos Power, Power, Power Grades Grades 4-6
Power Up some fun as students use LEGO's Motorized Mechanism kits with the Renewable Energy add-on sets to explore pneumatics and renewable energy! Design and build motorized vehicles and harness solar and wind energy to power a car. LEGO pneumatic kits allow students to ramp up the action as they explore the properties of gasses (pneumatics) to raise a scissor lift. See
attached flyer for more details and registration information.
Taught by: iSPACE
Classes Meet: Wednesdays 10/25, 11/1, 11/8 and 11/15; 3:00pm-4:30pm
Fee:
$85
Kidz Home Alone Grades Grades 4-6
Would your child know what to do if they have forgotten their house key? What if they are home alone and they are choking? This course is designed to teach your child about being home alone safely. An informative parent guide is included in the student manual, and provides an avenue for discussion between parent and child. See
attached flyer for more details and registration information.
Taught by: Enriching Kidz
Classes Meet: Mondays 10/2 and 10/9 from 2:45pm-4:45pm
Fee: $65
Jewelry Making Grades: 4-8
Learn how to make beaded bracelets and necklaces, use a crimping tool, and make scrabble tile jewelry.
See
attached flyer
for more details and registration information.
Taught by: Nancy Bellamah
Classes Meet: Mondays from 3:00-4:10, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30 and 11/6
Fee:
$50
Hurray for Holidays: Fall Session
Grades 1-8
This will be a fun way to celebrate the fall holidays! Create a leaf mobile, a sculpture painted pumpkin, and a stuffed felt monster. Level of difficulty will be based on grade level, so older students can be more challenged, while younger students can explore the medium. See
attached flyer
for more details and registration information.
Classes Meet: Mondays 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30 3:00-4:00pm Art Room
Fee: $50.00 All supplies included
Canvas Creations
Grades 4-8
Design & complete your own painting on canvas to take home and hang in a special place! See
attached flyer
for more details and registration information.
Classes Meet: Tuesdays 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14 3:00-4:00pm Art Room
Fee: $50.00 All supplies included
Hurray for Holidays: Winter Session
Grades 1-8
This is a fun way to celebrate winter holidays! Create a Thanksgiving Norman Rockwell inspired collage, a clay Christmas ornament, and New Year's Eve "make a joyful noise" maker. Level of difficulty will be based on grade level, so older students can be more challenged, while younger students can explore the medium. See
attached flyer
for more details and registration information.
Classes Meet: Mondays 11/13, 11/27, 12/11, 12/18 3:00-4:00PM Art Room
Fee: $50.00 All supplies included
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Upcoming School Masses
Students will participate in an All School Mass (K-8) to kick-off our Servathon on Friday, September 29th at 8:15am.
For a calendar of upcoming Mass times, log into your parent portal in
Rediker. Click on the Calendar, the box with the arrow, found on the right side of your home page. School Masses are shown in the light blue color. Or you can make a selection in the filter drop down, to the right above the calendar dates, to just show School Masses.
Parents and other family members are invited to attend any Mass your child will be attending. You are also welcome to bring any younger siblings with you.
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Other News & Announcements
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Volunteer Opportunities
Photographer
Guardian Angels is looking for a skilled photographer to document wonderful things happening around our campus. You do not have to be a professional photographer, just someone who loves taking pictures and is able to capture great moments. The opportunities vary but include parish and school functions/activities and include weekend, evening, and daytime events. So there is an opportunity to fit any schedule! If you are interested, please contact
Tiffany Strah.
Heavenly Cafe
Parents are needed in the cafeteria to help wipe tables and assist children during their lunches. You can work once or twice a month or more, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. You are welcome to bring small children with you. All volunteers must be VIRTUS trained. If you are interested in volunteering in the cafeteria, please sign up via
this link
. If you have any questions, please contact
Katie Durstock
.
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Music Department Events
The music department has a full year of events outlined for the upcoming year. You'll find our talented musicians at the Christmas and Spring concerts, the Spring musical, PTA Spring event, the OMEA Professional Development Conference, and more! A complete list is
attached. If you have not done so already, please consider paying your $25 dues to the Music Boosters, which helps foster the musical education of all of our students.
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Children's Chant Choir
Learn and take part in what the Church considers to be her greatest artistic treasure, which has developed for more than a millennium: chant. This new choir, led by seminarians from Mt. St. Mary's, will focus on the principles of reading and singing some of the best-known chants of the Church. To take part in a chant choir is both to enter into our faith, history, and heritage and to understand through experience the foundations of Western music. It is hoped that this choir will be able to sing at school Masses and perhaps at other special events in the year.
Meetings will be
Wednesdays from 3:00-4:15pm in the music room near the cafeteria. All students in 4-8 grades are welcome to join and are able to join at any point throughout the year. Contact
Christian Cone-Lombarte with any questions.
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Cookie Ministry
Guardian Angels School Cookie Ministry teams up with the Parish Parish Peanut Butter group to feed families in need. The Peanut Butter group makes 1,500 peanut butter and bologna sandwiches. GA students donate cookies. St. Francis Seraph Church in Over-the-Rhine gives the food to families in need. Students are asked to bring in two dozen cookies, brownies, or rice krispie bars on their classroom's designated day. They do need to be bagged, two treats per bag. All 4th grade classes are responsible for the next donation on Monday, September 25th
. A
complete schedule
for the school year is attached.
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Box Top Collection
The Guardian Angels PTA is collecting Box Tops from various consumer products. GA students can submit Box Tops to their homeroom teachers and all parishioners can drop off Box Tops in the special collection envelope located on the bulletin board in the Church Gathering Space.
The Box Tops are picked up at the following dates: September 28, October 26, November 30, January 25, February 25, March 22, and May 19.
We use the funds earned to purchase indoor recess games and outdoor recess equipment. Please start collecting Box Tops today and help us make this year even more successful!
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Have News To Share?
If you have information you would like to be included in the Wednesday Herald, please email it to
Tiffany Strah
. Information must be received by Friday to be included in the next Wednesday Herald.
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School Events Calendar
Looking for more information about upcoming events at GA? You can find a calendar in your Rediker Parent Portal. Log into your account, then click on the Calendar on the blue navigation bar. The calendar shows school events, parish events, and much more.
Just a reminder, events posted on the school website,
www.gaschool.org
, only include those open to the public or new families who may not have activated a Rediker account yet. All other event information is posted in Rediker, which is password protected.
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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.
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Like Us On Facebook
If you're on Facebook, that is a great place to stay up on the latest happenings at Guardian Angels School and Parish. We post information about upcoming events, ways to get involved, and share stories about news on our campus. You can find our Facebook page
here.
In an effort to keep spam out of your newsfeed, Facebook changed how you see information from organizations and businesses.
If you would like all of our posts to show up in your feed, click on the like button. A drop down menu will appear. Click on See First instead of default.
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Have You Checked Out Formed.org
Guardian Angels invites you to explore all of the resources offered through
Formed.org
by registering with the parish code 4EVXRB. Registration is complimentary to all parishioners and residents of our parish area, so be sure to tell your friends. Great programs, videos, books and more are added every month. There are also a number of resources now available for children!
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Growing In Faith
Growing In Faith is a monthly publication produced by a company in Virginia. It offers our parishioners advice for living the Catholic faith, guidance about prayer, insights into Catholic traditions, and explanations about seasonal feasts and celebrations. For the latest edition, click
here.
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Other Opportunities For GA Families
McNicholas HS Upcoming Events
8th Grade Shadow Days:
Beginning September 26, students in 8th grade can be a Rocket for a day.
Our admissions office takes special care to pair your student with a trained Student Ambassador with similar academic interests, as well as co-curricular interests.
In order to give our guests the personalized attention all of our Rockets deserve, we cap the days to 20 guests per Shadow Day. Schedule today, as some days are beginning to fill!
Click here
to learn more about our Shadow Program and to register online.
Prospective Parent Information Night:
This event is designed for parents to mingle with other prospective parents, school faculty and staff while exploring what McNicholas has to offer.
Families will receive an prospective parent folder with information about the admissions process, benefits of the CoEd Advantage, financial aid and scholarships, and curriculum.
To register,
click here.
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St Ursula Academy Events
Saint Ursula Academy would like to invite 8th grade girls to our upcoming Girls Rock!
Junior High Leadership Day on Saturday, September 23 from 9:00am-12:00pm. This fun-filled event is designed to help girls develop the confidence and communication skills needed to become an effective leader. You can
register online.
Parents of 8th grade girls are invited to our
Financial Aid Information Night on October 18from 7:00-8:00pm. This session includes an overview of the financial aid application process, the FACTS tuition payment and aid application system, and Q&A with our Business Office Staff. Registration is available
online.
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Mercy McAuley HS Open House
Open House for the new Mercy McAuley High School will be held from 1:00-3:30pm
on Sunday, Oct. 15, and Sunday, Nov. 12. Both events will be held at 6000 Oakwood Avenue in College Hill. Guests may choose the date that is most convenient for them. Prospective students of all grade levels and family members are invited to attend any time during these hours. Those who attend will tour the campus and talk with current Mother of Mercy and McAuley students, faculty, staff and parents. Attendees will also learn about Mercy McAuley's academic programs, athletics, arts, clubs and more. Members of the Mercy McAuley Transition Committee will also be on hand to answer questions. Pre-register for the Open House at
www.mcauleyhs.net
or
www.motherofmercy.org
to save time at check-in.
Mercy McAuley High School, a new all-girls Catholic High School sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, will open at 6000 Oakwood Avenue in the fall of 2018.
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Have news to share? Send news or upcoming event information to Tiffany Strah.
The deadline to be published in next week's Wednesday Herald is Friday. |
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Contact
Corey Stoops, Principal
Katie Durstock, Assistant Principal
6539 Beechmont Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45230
513.624.3141
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