We are excited to welcome a group of prospective families to Saint Agnes this Tuesday evening for an Open House beginning at 6:30 p.m. Since our current families are our best ambassadors for the school, feel free to pass along that information to people you know who might be interested in attending Saint Agnes School beginning next school year.
Over the course of the past several years, Saint Agnes's pastor, administrators, and faculty members have been working on a guiding document for our school's approach to education that is entitled "The Philosophy of Education of Saint Agnes School." The document was then submitted to the Saint Agnes Corporate Board (including Archbishop Hebda and Fr. Charlie Lachowitzer), by whom it was approved in December 2016 as a "binding and guiding document for the mission of Saint Agnes School and the ongoing engagement and development of all Saint Agnes School faculty, staff, administration, students, and parents." Over the course of second semester, we will be working to introduce the document to parents and parishioners in a variety of ways. A special congratulations to Fr. Moriarty and to the faculty and staff of Saint Agnes School for their hard work on this excellent document!
At the end of January we will have our annual Catholic Schools Week (K-6) and Snow Days (7-12) festivities. Look for details to come in next week's newsletter.
Reminder: New PINs for Lunch Program
Just a reminder that the four digit PIN no longer works in the Educate system to purchase meals in the cafeteria. Please have your students memorize their new numbers. Cafeteria staff will assist as much as possible. Students in grades 7 through 12 will find their student ID number listed under their name on the ID card.
K-12 Semester 1 Report Cards Available by 4 PM Today, 1/9
Semester 1 report cards will be available to view, download and print via Educate/Cornerstone by 4:00 PM today, Monday, January 9. You may access your child's final grades for fall 2016 and previous report cards by following these directions:
Select the red Adobe PDF icon for the latest term (2016-2017 Semester 1)
You may save and print the document once it opens
* If you have forgotten your password, c
hoose "forgot password" under the log in. Please contact the main office with any other log in issues at (651) 925-8700.
K-12 Open House Tomorrow! Tuesday, 1/10
Please let your extended families and friends know about our upcoming admissions event. At 6:30 PM on Tuesday, January 10, we will host an open house for prospective K-12 students. We've found that our current families remain our best form of advertising, and so we are grateful for all you do in helping us spread the word about Saint Agnes School!
Next Curriculum Coffee is Tomorrow, Tuesday, 1/10
Stop by the UAC Commons after you drop off the kids on January 10 to enjoy some refreshments and listen to the second of four presentations on the Saint Agnes curriculum.
Mr. Michael Adkins, Dean of Academics, will discuss "Our Approach to Teaching History" beginning at 8:00 AM. Please contact Laurie Weyandt with questions at (
651) 925-8702.
Final Raffle Turn In is This Wednesday, 1/11
The final incentive turn in day is this Wednesday, January 11. Anyone who has sold $300 or more by this final turn in will have a chance to win a $150 Visa gift card (one K-6 winner and one 7-12 winner). After January 11, all tickets and money should then be turned in at the main office through February 17.Learn more about the Saint Agnes School raffle.
Winter Sports Photos This Thursday, 1/12
Winter sport team and individual photos will be taken this Thursday, January 12, in Bandas Gymnasium. Order forms may be obtained from a coach or from the athletics office. You may also order online through Lifetouch Photography.
Photo Day Schedule
3:00-3:10 PM - 8/7 boys basketball and 5th grade girls basketball
3:10-3:20 PM - 5th grade boys and 7th grade girls basketball
3:20-3:30 PM - 6th grade boys Red and 6th grade boys White basketball
3:30-3:40 PM - 8th grade girls baseball
3:40-4:00 PM - All high school basketball and cheer
Drama Club Presents "The Audition" on Sunday, 1/15
Saint Agnes Drama Club students will present "The Audition," a short play by Don Zolidis, on Sunday, January 15. Directed by Mrs. Tricia Roddy, the performance will be held at 7:00 PM in Gruden Gym.
There is no charge to attend, but a free will offering will be taken in support of the club.
No School/Offices Closed in Observance of MLK, Jr. Day: 1/16
As previously published, there is no school and offices are closed on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, January 16. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 17.
College Financial Aid Night, 1/18
Saint Agnes School will host a College Financial Aid Night at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, January 18. Held in the High School Library, this is an information night for high school students and parents to learn more about the process of applying for college financial aid. Parents and students will hear from college admissions representatives on how to fill out the FAFSA application, research scholarships, and interpret the financial aid packages offered by colleges and universities. Anyone interested may attend, however this event is especially relevant to juniors and seniors and their parents.
Note: As of this past year (2016), the FAFSA becomes available in October versus January. This means that current juniors may complete their FAFSA in tandem with college applications during the fall of their senior year. Please contact Mrs. Rachel Kemp with questions.
Purchase Father/Daughter Dance Tickets by 1/19 for Discount
The Father/Daughter Dance for high school girls and their fathers or male role models is Saturday, January 21. Tickets are $35 before January 19 and $40 at the door. Learn more and purchase tickets here.Volunteers are needed, so contact one of these parents to sign up:
This exam is required for all current 8th graders in order to best determine placement in 9th grade courses. All current 8th grade students must take the exam. Plan to bring a calculator and #2 pencils, and to arrive by 7:50 AM. The test will conclude around 11:30 AM. Breakfast, juice and coffee will be available before the exam.
Parents are welcome to stay in the UAC Commons area during the test. We will offer a brief overview of the transition to high school, as well information on financial aid packages and potential scholarships.
Please contact Mr. Olson with any questions at (651) 925-8803.
The Annual Musical Fair is Sunday, 1/22
The 2017 Musical Fair is Sunday, January 22, at 1:30 PM in Gruden Gym. Be one of the first to know the name of the brand new musical to be performed on the brand new stage. Audition materials and all paper work needed to join the cast will be available. Join us for refreshments, fun fellowship, and entertaining musical tidbits as we get the ball rolling on the most historical musical in Saint Agnes history. Don't miss it!
Saint Agnes Day Book Signing: Sunday, 1/22
On Sunday, January 22, the parish will celebrate the feast of St. Agnes with a book signing from or an introduction to the titles With God in America -- the life of Walter Ciszek, S.J. in the United States following years of Soviet imprisonment, The Four Men -- Hilaire Belloc's exhilarating fictional foot journey across England's Sussex, A History of the Twin Cities Chorale by Dr. Virginia Schubert, and Venerable Fulton J. Sheen's Justice & Charity -- a thought-provoking exploration into the social doctrine of the Church. Learn more about this event.
Reservations for Red & White Benefit Accepted Until 2/8 or Sold Out
Reservations will be accepted until February 8 or until sold out. Get your RSVP cards in soon as we have sold out the last several years.
Saint Agnes Production of The Wizard Oz Available on DVD
Last spring's production of The Wizard of Oz is available on DVD in the main office. Cast members and families can get this professional copy that includes the show's logo on the case and disk. The great sound and picture beautifully capture the excitement of the production to make a great souvenir of the experience. A donation of $10.00 is asked to cover the manufacturing expenses. Please make checks out to Saint Agnes; correct change is greatly appreciated.
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