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Week of January 16, 2017

Purcell Marian Family News

From the Academic Dean

Parent/Teacher Conferences: Save the Date!

Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled for January 18 ^th from 2:30 until 5:00. Please note that this is a change from previous parent/teacher conferences. Due to a very light attendance at the January conferences we have changed the time of the conferences to see if this time frame better meets parents' needs. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call Carole at 751-1230 or email her at: [email protected] and she will be happy to help you.

Parent Focus Group

We are looking for additional parents to join the Parent Focus Group. The purpose of this group is to provide feedback regarding the blended learning program. The group meets every other month prior to the P3 meeting at 5:30. If you are interested in being a member of this group, please contact Jeanine Flick at 487-3101 or by email: [email protected] Thanks for considering joining this group.

From the Office of Student Life

Focus of the Week:
Tardy Policy

Students are given up to 4 unexcused tardies a quarter without disciplinary action. Anything above 4 tardies in 1 quarter will result in disciplinary action, see below:

- 5 or more tardies results in all school detentions

-10 or more tardies results in a cleaning detention and a demerit

-15 or more tardies will result in a Saturday detention.

Tardiness to class will be handled individually by each teacher and are listed as a minor infraction. Habitual or excessive tardiness to class may be referred to the D ean of Student Life and will be treated as a serious infraction. Students must be in each class before the bell rings. Any student not inside the classroom before the bell rings

will be considered tardy.

A reminder that excessive tardies that cause missed class time can result in a student not receiving credit for a course.

Dress Code Reminder

Only Purcell Marian sweat shirts and hoodies are to be worn in the school during the school day. We also allow Purcell Marian sport team jackets as well. Any other item worn during the school day will be confiscated by teachers and can be picked up by the student at the end of the day.

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Out of Uniform

We will have an out of uniform day Friday, January 20.

The cost to participate in the out of uniform will be $2.00. Please follow the rules for an out of uniform found on page 113 of the student handbook.

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Catholic Schools Week: January 29 - February 4

Catholic Schools Week is right around the corner from January 29^th - February 4th.
See attachment for details regarding schedule of activities, uniform information and Mass plans.

Click here for schedule

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844-SaferOH Tip Line

Purcell Marian has been added to a growing number of schools that have taken advantage of the SaferOH Tip Line. By calling or texting the statewide hotline 844-SaferOH, you can report anything that is suspicious or endangering to you, your friends, or your school. This tip line can be used by students, parent, or staff to report imminent suicides, violence, bullying, or other problems or potential hazards that may occur or are occurring.

Click here to visit our webpage for more information

Lunch Menu

Wednesday - Chick-Fil-Lay

$3.50 per sandwich

Thursday - Jersey Mike's

Listen to announcement for pricing

Friday - Pizza

$1.50 per slice

From the P3 President

All,

Happy New Year. Thanks again to all our parents who helped out last semester and especially for our big Teacher Appreciation Lunch at Christmas.

Here's an update of items that may interest you:

Blended Learning - Parent Advisory

Are you interested in discussing how Blended Learning is working for your child? Need more information on what is coming in the future? Please join the Parent Advisory, we need you. The school is asking for parent feedback on Blended Learning and how it is working for your child. You don't have to be a teacher or educational specialist to sit in on the meetings, you just have to know how your child learns. Please let Jeanine Flick know of your interest by emailing her at [email protected]

The next meeting is February 13 at 5:30 pm in the conference room.

Breakfast Buddies

Big news: we are getting a refrigerator from Breakfast Buddies from P3. The plan is to get a refrigerator delivered by Friday 1/13. Lunch items are the most needed. Click the link to see what is requested and to sign up. Or bring in any items to the front office any time. Everything is greatly appreciated.

January (click below)

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49a5a82fa02-2017

February (click below)

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f49a5a82fa02-february

Be On the Lookout:

P3 is forever trying to build our PM spirit inside and outside the school. So be on the lookout for: new community building ideas, new lunches, Catholic schools week treats, Teacher Appreciation dinner, senior day items, and more. And don't forget to sign up for our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1706357222947967/

P3 Meetings are the SECOND Monday of the month at 6:30 in the Board room. Next meeting: Monday February 13 at 6:30. See you there.

Happy New Year,

Megan Schultheis

P3-President

From the Guidance Office

College Credit Plus

There will be a College Credit Plus night Monday, January 23^rd from 6:30 - 7:30. There will be admission counselors from Cincinnati State and University of Cincinnati to answer any questions you and your student may have. If you are interested in attending please RSVP to Sarah Castlen at 513-487-3117 or [email protected] with your name, your student's name, your phone number, and email address.

If you are interested in your child participating in the College Credit Plus Program next school year, your student must take the ACT or SAT by February. Please see below for dates and deadlines.

ACT/SAT Testing

ACT

Test Date	Registration Deadline	Late Registration Deadline
Feb. 11, 2017	January 6, 2016	Jan. 7-20, 2017

SAT

Test Date Normal Deadline Late Registration January 21, 2017 Dec. 21, 2016 Jan. 10, 2017

***More information can be found on: ACT - www.act.org SAT - www.collegeboard.org ***

Parent Meetings with Guidance!!

There will be a Sophomore Parent Meeting on Wednesday, January 25^th from 6:30 - 7:30 in the Center.

There will be a Junior Parent Meeting on Wednesday, February 1^st from 6:30 - 7:30 in the Center.

Athletics

From the Athletic Director

Click here for current Athletic news

Be sure and click the link above to link to important information regarding athletics, Sports Leader, upcoming dates, required forms, fees and more!
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Join Us for Monte Carlo January 28!

Purcell Marian Monte Carlo

Returns On Saturday, January 28!

Monte Carlo, the largest fundraiser for athletics, will take place on Saturday, January 28 here at the Castle! Doors open at 7 pm.

Tickets are $10 at the door

Includes two drink or food tickets

This is an adult affair held in the Eveslage Center and Alumni Hall, which are transformed into an indoor festival grounds, featuring Casino games, food, drinks and fun!

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND:

MEMORIAL & HONOR PATRON

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!

Consider honoring your favorite Cavalier, family member or business with a Patron Sponsorship! For just $50, a name, line of print or logo of your choice will be prominently displayed on one of our gaming booths alongside those of other dedicated Cavaliers!

Click here for more information

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Reverse Raffle

There is also a reverse raffle that takes place this evening. Tickets are $15 a piece or you can purchase a set of 5 for $60. Winners receive:

1st Place-$1000
2nd Place-$500
3rd Place-$250

Athletics has 550 raffle tickets that need to be sold before Thursday, Jan. 26th! If interested in purchasing ticket/s please contact David Brown ([email protected])

From the Alumni & Development Office

Grand Event Meeting This Thursday!

Please join us for a Grand Event Meeting at 6:30 PM in the Board Room on Thursday, January 19 ^th. All are welcome to assist in planning this exciting event!
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Attention Students!

Be sure to plan on being Out of Uniform to Help the Grand Event on Friday, January 20 ^th. Cost to participate is just $2!
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Christmas -- Let YOUR Gifts Keep on Giving!

If you have duplicate Christmas gifts, gift cards or items that you aren't able to exchange, please consider donating them to this year's Grand Event! No item is too small -- our amazing committee members will combine items for baskets, grab bags and other fundraising opportunities for the event. And best of all, you can turn those unwanted/unusable items into tax deductible donations! For more information, contact Sara Schaser at 513-487-3114 or via email at [email protected]

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Piggest Raffle Ever!

Join in on the fun for a chance to win $10,000 in cash-- and 100% of your donation comes back to Purcell Marian!!!

Click here and choose Purcell Marian to get started!

Opportunities in Communities

Students -- Earn Money with Free Soccer Referee Training!

This referee training is free. No registration required. Just show up!

Part 1 Passers Referee Training and Test

Saturday March 4th 8 AM to 12 PM

Location: District Four Police Station

Police Auditorium, 4150 Reading Road

Completion of Part 1 will allow a person to referee at Passers level for SAY EAST.
Please bring paper and pencil. Test at the conclusion of the Passer training.

Part 2 Wings and Above Referee Training

Saturday March 4th 12:15 PM to 3:00 PM

Location: District Four Police Station

Police Auditorium, 4150 Reading Road

Note: If Part 1 has been completed at a prior session, only Part 2 is required.

You can attend part 1 for a review. Test at conclusion - 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Please bring paper and pencil.

Bring lunch if staying for both parts.

SAY Wings and Above Referee Test 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Completion of both Parts 1 and 2, and a test score of 70% or higher will complete SAY Referee Requirements to referee at wings level and above.

Please park in the golf driving range parking lot if you plan to park your car for the duration of the training.

If you cannot attend this referee training visit the Milford Ohio SAY link http://nwccsay.com/ to see when their ref training session is. Passing any SAY Referee Training session will allow you to referee for Cincinnati East SAY.

SAY East referee shirts will be on sale at the March 4th referee training session for $10 a shirt. Please bring $10 cash or a check payable to SAY East Soccer.

If you have any questions please call Scott Hatch at 396-7041.
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Cincy Music Series Presents Grammy Nominee Sierra Hull Jan. 28 - Concerts For Catholic Schools

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