May 11, 2018
                                                                                                           
Principal's Message
Dear Parents, 

After a late start to the spring sports season, our teams and individuals are having great success.  Baseball, Track and Field, Softball, and LaCrosse are all in full swing.  Post season competition begins in less than two weeks!  Our kids have been busy and getting the opportunity to compete.  Our seniors have shown great leadership this spring.

 We have a fun activity planned for next fall. On  Friday, September 21st, we will be playing an early afternoon Volleyball match at St. Clair as a part of their homecoming week festivities.  The following year they will come to our gym during homecoming week to do the same thing.  This will be a great addition to homecoming and should be fun for both school communities.

As we wind down the school year, I would like to thank all of our parents and staff that have volunteered to help in our activities this year. Helping make our activities a great experience for our students is greatly appreciated.

Upcoming events-   May 14th - Loyola Golf Classic
May 16th- Baccalaurate Mass
May 20th- Graduation 



John Landkamer
Loyola Activities Director/Dean of Students 

All School News

 ENROLL NOW  For the 2018-19 school year.

SEEDS OF FAITH TUITION ASSISTANCE- DUE MAY 17
Seeds of Faith Tuition Assistance (Catholic Foundations of Southern Minnesota)
Catholic Scholarships for families with demonstrated needs. $132,000 available to Catholic families throughout Minnesota.  Applications are available in the Loyola Enrollment office or, email/call Angela Casteel:  507-388-0615   or  [email protected]  for an application, due May 17.

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
We said thank you to our teachers this week with a special luncheon provided by a Loyola family, treats from our wonderful Home and School Association, and a trail mix bar provided by Loyola administration. THANK YOU TO OUR WONDERFUL LOYOLA TEACHERS FOR ALL YOU DO!


BOARD OF TRUSTEE VACANCIES
The Loyola Board of Trustees is seeking candidates to fill two vacancies. The Board is established to act as a decision-making authority, responsible for the governance of Loyola Catholic School. Candidates must have an interests and commitment to Catholic education and be willing to participate in school functions throughout the year, have an interest in facilities and advancement work, and be a member of a Mankato-area Catholic church, among other expectations. For more information or to apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to: [email protected]

SUMMER PARADES
We will have a float once again in a few summer parades. We are looking for donations of candy to throw out to parade-goers. If you would like to donate, please drop off bags of candy (non-meltable; no chocolate, please) in the office. We will be sending out volunteer information for the parades in the coming weeks. Thank you!


INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS- HOSTS NEEDED
There are several students that are interested in coming to Loyola next year through the International Experience program.  If  you are interested in hosting, or would like more  information, please contact Angela Casteel: 507-388-0615 or  [email protected]


LUCKY 20 RAFFLE


ALL Lucky 20 tickets sold or unsold need to be turned in PRIOR to the drawing on May 14! Please wrap up your sales please drop your tickets off at school or contact Ginger Leiferman to make pick up arrangements. 507-386-5381 or [email protected]
Together we can make great things happen!
 Click here for a printable Lucky 20 proxy ticket!



The tournament is FULL but remember to invite your spouse to the social hour, silent auction and dinner!



Volunteers are still needed for on-course games and raffle ticket sales at the tournament. HELP us make a difference and enjoy a beautiful day on the course!   Early shift volunteers are treated to lunch, and later shift volunteers are treated to dinner! Click here  to sign up to help with the Crusader Golf Classic!



Please save the date for Rockin' on the Hill! Saturday, July 21.  
 Neon LIVE takes the stage 5:30-7:30pm and Pop ROCKS, 8-11pm!  

Great news! Mankato Brewery will be partnering with us again this year providing a specialty brew just for Rockin' on the Hill! Stay tuned for the flavor reveal!

Mankato's newest food truck, 507 will be joining us at Rockin' on the Hill! Be sure to check out t heir menu!

 

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE VERY SOON! Watch for details!
Follow Rockin' on the Hill on Facebook! Click here!
Activities News


LOYOLA BASEBALL FUNDRAISER- MAY 23 5-9PM  BUFFALO WILD WINGS

LOYOLA SUMMER SPEED AND AGILITY PROGRAM
Who : All students entering 7- 12 grade fall 2018
When : Tuesday and Thursday 9-10am; June 12-Aug 2
Where : Loyola Catholic School
Click here for more information

LOYOLA SUMMER SPORTS CAMP GRADES 4-7 JUNE 25-29
Click here for information

LOYOLA GIRLS/BOYS SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP GRADES 2-12 JUNE 11-14
Click here  for information
 
LOYOLA/ST. CLAIR SUMMER FOOTBALL CAMP FOR 7-12 GRADERS
Click here for information

FREE TENNIS LESSONS
 Mankato East/Loyola High School Boy's Tennis Coach Paul Williams is offering 2 free group lessons to boys and girls in grades K-12. You can contact Coach Williams to get signed up:   [email protected]  Lessons will be taught in the months of June, July and August

Be sure to check our  Activities Calendar for upcoming events and activities! Come out and show your Crusader pride!
Community News
Be sure to check out all of the summer camp/program options!




MANKATO AREA YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Click  here for fall 2018 audition information

GREATER MANKATO AREA KIDS GOLF-A-PALOOZA- **RESCHEDULED FOR 5/18**
Click here for more information

WORLD VISION GLOBAL 6K FOR WATER MAY 19
Click here  for information

GIRL SCOUTS INFORMATION- click here

PEPPERS SUMMER SOFTBALL FOR GIRLS AGES 5-8
Click here for information

SUMMER READING SKILLS PROGRAM K-12
Click here for information

GUSTAVUS SUMMER NATURE CAMP FOR 5/6 GRADERS JUNE 20 & 21
Click here for information

MSU SUMMER CAMPS
Minnesota State has compiled all of the summer camps being offered by their 37 institutions across 54 campuses statewide that are available to middle and high school students. Camps include a variety of academic and athletic areas. Please click on the link for the complete list of opportunities.

MSU STEM summer day camps happening this summer for students who will be entering 6-9 grade next fall.  Click here for info


SUMMER SWIMMING LESSONS
Offered by Grace Hermer, Loyola grad. Click here for information
SPIRIT SHOP NEWS
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PRESCHOOL/PReK NEWS
PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT 2018/19
2018/19 Preschool Enrollment for current families is open Enrollment is now open to the public. Click here for enrollment information. Click here for class offerings

Elementary News
SPA DAY IN 1ST GRADE
Moms and special guests were treated to a special Mother's Day Spa Day in our first grade classrooms today.




3rd GRADE PEN PALS
Loyola 3rd graders met their SSND pen pals this week, after exchanging letters with each other all year.





LITERACY WEEK
Literacy Week is May 21-25.
Monday: PJs and a stuffed animal
Tuesday: Hat and cool sunglasses
Wednesday: Dress as Buckaboo- the rock and roll dog that must read a book a day before he plays.
Thursday: Dress as your favorite animal book character
Friday: Field Day, spirit wear

LOYOLA READS
Wednesday, May 23 6-7:30pm

K-6 AR READING RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Tuesday, May 22 1:40-2:20pm  in the Chapel.

Click here for the Literacy Week flyer with more info about the week.


LOYOLA SUMMER STREAM CAMP-STUDENTS ENTERING 4/5
Click  here for more information

LOYOLA SUMMER BOOK CLUB GRADES 1-6

Click here for grades 1-2 information
Click here for grades 3-4 information
Click  here for grades 5-6 information

LOYOLA SUMMER SPACE CAMP- CURRENT 5th GRADERS

Click here for more information

AMERICAN REVOLUTION WAX MUSEUM
5th grade students will be presenting an American Revolution Wax Museum on  Friday, May 18 from 1:30- 2:30pm  in the Sohler Commons. Each fifth grader will be portraying a person from the Revolutionary War and will give a short monologue on that person's life. Parents and students preK-6 are invited to come visit our Museum.

CLUBHOUSE FOR 2018/19
Click here for the  Online Enrollment Form

A NOTE FROM JESSICA KIRSCHNER, SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Parents, please see the link for a great summer camp opportunity for girls entering grades 5-9. BOLD is a summer camp that focuses on building self-esteem and empowerment in young girls. The camp is held in June on Clark Lake in Nisswa Minnesota. Click the link for more information and registration. 

5-8 GRADE POPS CONCERT
Friday, May 11 7pm  Students should report at 6:30pm.
This concert includes ALL  5th and all 6th graders, 5th grade band, 6th grade band, 7/8 grade band, and 7/8 grade choir.
Attire:
5th and 6th Grade and 7/8 Band   
    *  denim jeans (or dark capris for girls if they choose)
    *  bright, solid colored shirt with sleeves, NO logos
7/8 Choir:
Men - Khaki shorts(knee-length), Hawaiian shirts, white socks, sandals, bucket hats, sunglasses, Hawaiian lei
Women - dark capris or jeans rolled to the knee (no holes), white shirt with Hawaiian shirt over it, sandals, sunglasses, Hawaiian lei
Secondary 7-12  News
MAY CROWNING/8th GRADE CELEBRATION MASS
On Wednesday, Loyola 8th graders were honored at Mass, and received certificates as they move on to high school at Loyola. The annual Bishop Fitzgerald awards were apresented to Duram Kelly and Annelise Winch. Duram was also recognized for his participation in the regional spelling bee.  We also recognized Rhonda Martinka, longtime secretary at Loyola, who is moving closer to family in the Bemidji area. A reception was held for 8th graders and their parents after Mass.
 


AWARDS CEREMONY
Awards Ceremony for 9-12th grades will take place on  Friday, May 18th at 8:10am.  

A NOTE FROM JESSICA KIRSCHNER, SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Parents, please see the link for a great summer camp opportunity for girls entering grades 5-9. BOLD is a summer camp that focuses on building self-esteem and empowerment in young girls. The camp is held in June on Clark Lake in Nisswa Minnesota. Click the link for more information and registration.   Girls Are BOLD

5th - 8th Grade Pops Concert  Friday, May 11  7pm, report at 6:30  
This concert includes ALL  5th and all 6th graders, 5th grade band, 6th grade band,7/8 grade band, and 7/8 grade choir.
Attire:  5th and 6th Grade and 7/8 Band:  
    *  denim jeans (or dark capris for girls if they choose)
    *  bright, solid colored shirt with sleeves, NO logos
    * tennis shoes
7/8 Choir:  Men - Khaki shorts(knee-length), Hawaiian shirts, white socks, sandals, bucket hats, sunglasses, Hawaiian lei
Women - dark capris or jeans rolled to the knee (no holes), white shirt with Hawaiian shirt over it, sandals, sunglasses, Hawaiian lei

7-12 GRADE YEARBOOK UPDATE
The 2017/18 7-12 grade yearbook is changing from a spring to a summer delivery. Our sales window has been extended to May 25. Click here to order online, click here for the printable order form.
If you have any questions, please contact Yearbook advisor Bridget Prehn- [email protected]

Parents of 10th and 11th graders:  Please see this PDF for information regarding PSEO course information for the 2018-2019 school year. Interested students attended a meeting this past  Tuesday  with Mrs. Kirschner. All forms are due to Mrs. Kirschner by  Monday, May 14th . If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kirschner at  jkirschner@loyolacatholicschool.org  or 507-388-0600 ext. 604

SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Bold Futures Camp Information
Bold Futures is free one-week young women's residential summer camp opportunity hosted at Minnesota State University, Mankato from  June 10 through June 15 this year. Bold Futures camp is designed for up to 50 young women in southern MN who are entering grades 10-12 in fall of 2018. The vision is to build awareness of the business and career opportunities in STEM for young women in southern Minnesota.  By the end of the camp, attendees will have experienced career and business opportunities in STEM that they may not have thought possible before.
On-campus students will engage hands-on STEM and business curriculum, complete career interest assessments with career counselors, eat in the state of the art and recently built campus dining hall, and stay overnight in double suites within the recently built Julia Sears residence halls. In the afternoons and evenings students will engage in a variety of off-campus experiences including 
  • Learning onsite at Microsoft, the Minnesota Lynx headquarters, Taylor Corporation, and several other local STEM-related businesses
  • Kayaking and engaging in outdoor STEM programming with Bent River Outfitters
  • Engaging in a networking dinner and panel with women leaders of local and regional companies related to STEM, and other female role models from MNSU-Mankato and the community.
  • Rock climbing and team-building with the Adventure Education Program at MNSU-Mankato
Thanks to sponsorship from The Glen A. Taylor Foundation, this experience valued at $1,100 per camper will be offered free of charge to up to 50 students.  Click here for more information.

Grades 9-12:  Minnesota Business Venture.  Yes, even current seniors can attend this one. MBV is an excellent leadership camp that will help with financial literacy, exploring some career paths, and developing teamwork with other high school students from across the state. They have outstanding inspirational business leaders sharing wisdom also.  If you apply before April 15th, this camp is just $150 for a 6 day overnight camp, either at St. John's (July 22-27) or St. Cloud U. (July 8-13).  Jerrid Buhs and Colton Corcoran both attended in recent years and loved it.   www.bestprep.org/mbv   They have scholarships readily available.  Great Value!!  Excellent for the student who wants some leadership experience for their NHS and college applications.

Ages 14-18:  Scrubs Camp is a hands on experience to learn about the many careers in the healthcare field.  It is a 3 day camp that will be held in Mankato June 18-20 for $150.  Register SOON as this fills up fast. http://healthforceminnesota.org/students/scrubscamp_registration.html
Students may use this in place of one of their 3 job shadowing experiences as long as they attend the full 3 days.  There are some scholarships available for this camp.  Email Mrs. Arians if you are interested in scholarships.

Juniors: Camp College-free overnight camp at Bethany July 16-18.  Megan Hillisheim and Tatyana Beck both attended and loved it.  This camp will help you with college applications, financial aid, scholarships, and more. http://www.mn-acac.org/CAMP-COLLEGE     

ACT test   Registration                     
6/9                    5/4
7/14                  6/8
Mark Your Calendars

5/11  5-8 grade Pops Concert 7pm
5/14 Crusader Golf Classic
5/16 Baccalaureate 7pm
5/18 9-12 Awards Ceremony 8:10am
5/20 Graduation 7pm
5/22 AR Reading Recognition Program 1:40pm
5/25 Last day of school- noon dismissal

Elementary Mass: 9:50am Wednesdays  Secondary Mass: 10:40am Wednesdays

Please be sure you are checking the
Community Calendar  for all upcoming events!