February 28, 2024 - Issue 28 | |
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Good evening!
Now beginning our third week of Lent, I trust your Lenten journey is giving you a chance to explore your special God-given gifts. Several of our Panthers have discovered their gifts and are incorporating their skills, time, and acts of kindness in making a difference in our greater community. Please read the Beyond the Panther Classroom below to learn how being supportive outside of a team circle brought joy to others. See how you might keep the ripple going, by joining the Senior Senates' efforts in supporting Period Poverty, found towards the end of the newsletter. Lent is still young, so you have plenty of time to find that gift and put it to good use.
Sunday evening, we welcomed the Class of 2028, at our annual rally. The Coliseum was filled with Panther spirit, as our current students came out to welcome the incoming class with cheers, music, support. Thank you for showing your pride, Panthers, and to the faculty and staff who joined us on a Sunday evening! Thank you to Mrs. Ziegelmeyer for her care and time in working with our new Panther families. We are all quite excited to welcome this class to EC.
Enjoy the rest of the week, Panthers, and keep the ripple going!
Annie Cunningham
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Pizza Night is February 28 - TONIGHT!
Get out of cooking dinner AND support the Marching Band at any Marco's Pizza in Elyria tonight. You still have time. Mention the ad if ordering over the phone or use the code "BAND" (All Caps) if ordering online. Thank you in advance for your support! Click for the flyer to show when ordering.
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Two Weeks Past Registration Deadline for the 2024-2025 School
It is already two weeks past the February 16 deadline date. We have a number of students who have not yet registered for the 2024-2025 school year. We want to be certain that you have a place at EC next year, as our waiting list individuals will be filling in those spots soon. Please click on these links for FINAL FORMS & Registration Payment to complete the process.
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Fund a Dream
Fund A Dream (FAD) is a special tuition assistance scholarship program crafted to support Catholic education. Through this initiative, donors are paired with deserving students. Each student selected for a FAD is granted a $2,500 scholarship, significantly reducing their annual tuition fees for one school year....Read more
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Current Student Scholarships
This is a reminder that several Current Student Scholarships (located on the EC website) are due March 1. To review these scholarships and to apply please click HERE.
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Scott Holland '02 Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is open to juniors and is due by March 11. Please click HERE for the application.
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State Scholarships
The following applications are available for renewal for the 2024-2025 school year. Please click on the links below and remember to include a copy of your current utility bill, showing both the billing and service address. We would like to have these submitted on our end by the completion of the school year. Thank you for your cooperation!
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Attention Senior Families!
We need help gathering items for our Class of 2024 Gala Basket. We are putting together a College Starter Kit. If you are able to assist, you can check out the Amazon link and your donation will be sent directly to the school, or you can bring items to EC and drop them off in the Campus Ministry office. Thanks in advance for considering!
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Acceptance Letters Needed
Any correspondence regarding scholarship or grants received, whether you are accepting them or not, should be brought to the Counseling Office for review as soon as it is received. We will make a copy and return the original to you. This information is used for the awards ceremony in May.
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Beyond the Panther Classroom | |
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Panthers in the Community
This is a kudos to the Girls Varsity Bowling team! Last week we highlighted and congratulated our Panthers on being the first girls' bowling team in EC history to make districts, this week we recognize them living the pillars of compassion and community.
Mrs. Lester received an email from the mother of a member of Keystone High School's girls bowling team, who made it to districts as an individual. She was in the lane next to our Panthers, and her mom wrote, "Today her lane was next to the Elyria Catholic team and from the second she walked onto the lane this morning your students, coaches, and their parents were nothing but amazing, exceptional, and caring people! They supported her throughout the whole day, from the coach cheering and high fiving her, to the girls team talking to her, high fiving each other, congratulating her, and to the parents cheering her on like she was part of them! We don't hear enough about the good things people do and I just wanted to reach out to you and let you know what an AMAZING team of girls and coaches (parents too) that you truly have! It honestly melted my heart and meant the entire world to my daughter!"
Additionally, our own, Mrs. Karla Espey, Math Teacher, was also at the tournament and remarked, "Keystone had a single bowler that bowled with our girls and they were so kind and made her feel so welcome. They cheered with her like she was a member of their team. If she wasn't wearing a different uniform, no one would know she wasn't a Panther. I am beyond proud of these young women! Just wanted to share how amazing they are."
Thank you Panthers for being present and caring for another member of the greater community. Way to keep the ripple going!
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Inside the Panther Classroom | | |
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The 5th Beatitude
Seniors Alyssa Rodriguez, Adrian Torres, and Andrew Krupka delivered a creative presentation with the 5th beatitude in Theology Class. They dressed up in costumes (adding some "razz matazz") to drive home the message, by pointing on the facts of solidarity, subsidarity, as well as false mercy. They also acted out the works of mercy and the 7th and 10th commandments which go with the beatitude. Andrew, the Cow- Bellwood, acted out stealing Adrian’s grass showing what not to do.
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Youth Summit
The Lorain County Youth Fund is hosting a Youth Summit on Sunday March 17 from 2-4:30 pm at LCCC. Take some time to focus on maintaining a healthy YOU...mind, body, and soul! Registration and FREE FOOD (from Cane's!) begins at 1:30. Register at peoplewhocare.org
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Scholarship Opportunities at LCCC
MyScholarships provides students with access to college funding so students can focus more on realizing their dreams and reaching their fullest potential. If a student is currently exploring options for scholarships, but have not yet applied for admission to LCCC, they can browse all Scholarships available by using the attached link. Before applying to scholarships, however, students will need to apply for admission to LCCC so the college can match any funds awarded to the student record. Upon applying for admission, students will receive an LCCC login and password, which can be used to complete the MyScholarship profile and apply for the scholarships listed in the LINK
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Short Term Training Programs
Whether they aren't quite ready for a degree program or they just want to get a good paying job, LCCC offers students a variety of short-term certificate programs that provide the skills and qualifications for in-demand careers - some in as little as 16 weeks! Students can also apply those credits to obtain an associate degree or transfer them to a bachelor's degree program. Please click the LINK to view and learn more about the dozens of programs available.
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Manufacturing Employers in Northeast Ohio
The Workforce Connect Manufacturing Sector Partnership is a collaboration of manufacturing employers in Northeast Ohio working together to ensure that the industry is a growth engine for the people and economy of Northeast Ohio. The Manufacturing Sector Partnership (MSP) Scholars Program is one way that this collaboration is investing their resources to unlock an abundance of diverse, skilled people that can access, thrive in, and love their career in manufacturing. Specifically, the program will support the academic achievement and social capital development of African American students pursuing a degree in engineering or manufacturing-related technologies who are interested in launching a career in Northeast Ohio's manufacturing industry.
Please see the attached LINK to learn more and apply. The application deadline is March 27, 2024 at 7pm.
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SAIL at LCCC
Students Accelerating in Learning program (SAIL) is a support program for real college students with real-world obstacles. LCCC also provides financial and academic support to help students graduate with their associate degree within three years. In addition to tuition and academic support, students have access to:
- Textbook vouchers
- Monthly Giant Eagle gift cards
- High-touch academic advising
- Personalized career advising
- Priority registration
- Workshops and bootcamps
Please click the LINK to learn more and apply - Space is limited.
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Avanzando Through College
Avanzando Through College, in partnership with Unidos U.S., is a learning community that is open to Latinx (Latino/Hispanic) first-year, second year and transfer students at LCCC.
The year-long program starts in fall semester as a 10-week course fulfilling the New Student Experience requirement for two-credits. During spring semester, students will participate in special events, peer mentoring, and academic support. The course content includes a stipend and covers, among other important skills:
- Mental Health Awareness
- Studying Skills
- Time Management
- Building Relationships
Please see the LINK to learn more.
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Check out these upcoming webinars through College Now:
When: Mar 5, 2024 06:00 PM
Topic: Understanding student loans 101
Register in advance for this webinar: LINK
When: Mar 13, 2024 06:00 PM
Topic: Understanding and comparing college award letters
Register in advance for this webinar: LINK
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Scholarships
This list has grown, but deadlines are coming fast. Take FULL advantage of these scholarships!
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Philanthropy & Engagement News | |
Senior Senate is hosting a period poverty drive during the month of March to celebrate Women's History Month. The goal is to collect 3000 pads and tampons before we leave for spring break. If we reach this goal, the whole school will be awarded with a free dress down day after break! All donations can be brought to the Campus Ministry office or ordered using our Amazon Wish List. | | |
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College Information Night for Juniors | 6:00 pm
Leap Year Day! $2 Dress Down Day - Wear Green - supports Junior Senate
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Class of 2028 Panther Registration Day | | | |
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Faculty Inservice - No Classes - March 7
No Classes - March 8
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Annie Cunningham, Director of Communications & Marketing
725 Gulf Road, Eyria, Ohio 44035 | elyriacatholic.com
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