Parent Newsletter: 4/29/2019
A MESSAGE FROM THE HEADMASTER
KFerdinandt
Happy Easter to you and your families!

We are excited to announce the return of all four of our Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist to Saint Agnes School for the 2019-20 school year. That means Sister Mary Margaret, Sister Mary Consolata, Sister Mary Philomena, and Sister Teresa Christi will return to their same teaching assignments for next year as well! They have all stated to me, in person and in writing, their excitement to return to Saint Agnes.

While some in our community may wish we could have long-term stability among our sisters (especially given how good these four Dominican sisters really are), part of the gift of their Dominican life is going where God (and Mother Assumpta) calls them to go and serving there. In other words, this may be the only time that we have the same four sisters in consecutive years. Please pray for them this summer as they return to our community in August.

I am so grateful for these four holy sisters, and I know that they are such a gift to our school. If you haven’t heard their vocation stories, please click here to view their respective videos.

Blessings on your Easter days,
Kevin Ferdinandt
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK
Aggies Qualify for National History Bee in Chicago
Congratulations to Mary M. '26 and Vinny D. '25 for competing at the International Academic Competition's Regional History Bee and qualifying for Nationals this summer in Chicago!  #AggiesBeeWinning #HistoryInTheMaking   #GoAggies
Aggies Earn Honors in National Greek Exam
Dr. Kirsch’s Honors Greek I participated in the National Greek Exam in February and did themselves proud. Two seniors won awards on the Beginning Attic Greek: Joe C. ‘19 earned High Honors and Ben L. ‘19 With Merit. Kudos (κῦδος)! #GoAggies
Aggie Takes 1st in Writing Contest
Congrats to Zoe B. '26: From more than 800 entries, her essay won 1st place in the 4th-6th grade category of the Center for Mission Writing Contest! Inspired by Matthew 25:35 "I was a stranger and you welcomed me," Zoe reminds us that we are all capable of sharing Christ's love with those who are different from us.  #GoAggies
UPCOMING EVENTS
Don Bosco Holy Hour with Special Prayer for Grades 7-8 - Friday, May 3
Join us from 2:00-3:00 PM every Friday afternoon for Eucharistic Adoration in the lower church chapel to pray for our school! Special prayer intentions will be offered this week for grades 7-8.
Final Weekend of Newsies - May 3-5
Limited tickets still available for our final three musical performances! Save your seats and purchase tickets through our online box office today! Please contact our Main Office with questions at 651-925-8702.
7-12 Upper School Grandparents Day - Thursday, May 9
Please RSVP for the new date by Friday, May 3. More details available on our website ! Questions can be directed to Mrs. Kate Boyle .
11-12 Prom 2019 - Saturday, May 11
Prom is quickly approaching! Juniors and Seniors – RSVP’s were due April 10. Please see Mrs. Richtsmeier if you have any questions.

Grand March will be in the Helene Houle Auditorium starting at 5:00 PM on Saturday, May 11. Doors to school will open at 4:45 PM. All are welcome! Information packets for students and parents can be found in the main office. Please contact Mrs. Richtsmeier  with questions.
K-8 Field Day - Friday, May 24
Field Day for all K-8 students is Friday, May 24 from 9:30 AM-1:45 PM at West Minnehaha Playground. See the parents letter for more details . Please turn permission slips ( K-4; 7-8 Form | 5-6 Form ) in no later than Monday, May 13. Questions can be directed to Mr. Sam Thompson .
CORRECTION: Corpus Christi -
Sunday, June 23
Correction from the Pastor's Message on 4/23: We will have a traditional Eucharistic procession outdoors after the 10:00 AM Mass on Sunday, June 23. Please join us as we publicly witness our love for Jesus in the Holy Eucharist!
10-11 Boundary Water Trip - June 9-13, 2019
Students currently enrolled in grades 10 and 11 are invited to participate in a Boundary Waters Canoe Trip this June 9-13. See this flyer for more details! Registration is available on the school’s website. Contact Mr. Karl Hendrickson with questions.
FROM THE ADMISSION OFFICE
Future Kindergartner Visit Days
Parents can bring their future Class of 2032 Kinder (or come by themselves) to join us for Morning Meeting on Tuesday, May 7 or Friday, May 17. Future Kindergarten families are also welcome to join us on Wednesday, May 22 for a special BBQ Picnic, the first-ever meeting of our Class of 2032! Please RSVP online if you plan to attend any of these events, and feel welcome to invite other families who might still be looking for a Kindergarten option next year. Contact Admissions Director Joseph Olson for more information at 651-925-8803.
FROM THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
K-12 Upcoming Testing Dates
Mark your calendar for spring testing dates ! Please contact Mrs. Kemp with questions.
Job Opportunities for Students
Cedar Creek Landscaping - Hiring high school students for the summer! Contact Mike Klein at 651-324-8144 for more information.

More information about positions with Donald's Uniform Store , Trojack Law Office , Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport , and Merriam Park Painting available on our website .

Please contact Mrs. Kemp with any questions regarding these opportunities.
ATHLETICS
Aggie Apparel Discount through Sideline Store
Now through Saturday, May 25, use code  MAY19  at checkout to receive 15% off when you place an order of $75 or more. Pick your product, pick your color, add your favorite Aggie logo, and it ships directly to your front door. Visit our Sideline Store  here . #GoAggies
Come Support Our Aggie Athletes this Week!
(M) April 29: Softball vs. SPA at West Mini (Grade 8, 3:45 PM)
Baseball vs. Nativity at West Mini (Grade 6, 4:00 PM)
Baseball at Fridley HS (JV 4:30 PM; Varsity 4:30 PM)
Softball vs. Harding at West Mini (JV 4:30 PM)
Softball vs. Highland Catholic at West Mini (Grade 6, 5:15 PM)

(T) April 30: Softball vs. New Life Academy at HealthEast Sports Center (Grade 8, 4:00 PM)
Softball vs. West Lutheran at Parker (Varsity 4:00 PM)
Track & Field All Meet at St. Croix Lutheran (4:15 PM)
Baseball vs. St. Peter Catholic at Edgerton Park, Maplewood (Grade 8, 4:30 PM)
Baseball vs. St. Patrick (Hudson) at Burton Field, Hudson WI (Grade 5, 4:30 PM)
Softball vs. Minnehaha Academy at Neiman Athletic Complex, Fort Snelling (JV 4:30 PM)
Boys Lacrosse vs. Robbinsdale Cooper at Minnehaha Academy South Campus (JV 5:00 PM)

(W) May 1: Baseball vs. Highland Catholic at Hillcrest Rec Center (Grade 7, 3:30 PM)
Baseball vs. Highland Catholic at West Mini (Grade 6, 3:45 PM)
Baseball vs. DeLaSalle HS at McMurray Field (C 4:15 PM)
Baseball vs. DeLaSalle HS at Frank Quilici Field, Shingle Creek Park (JV 4:15 PM)
Baseball vs. DeLeSalle HS at West Mini (Varsity 4:15 PM)
Track & Field MS Meet at Fridley HS (4:15 PM)
Softball vs. St. Croix Lutheran at West Mini (JV 4:30 PM)
Softball vs. St. Croix Lutheran at Carlander Field, Concordia University (Varsity 4:30 PM)
Baseball vs. Mounds Park Academy at West Mini (Grade 5, 5:15 PM)

(R) May 2: Baseball vs. Faithful Shepherd at West Mini (Grade 6, 3:45 PM)
Baseball vs. Holy Spirit at Edgcumbe Rec (Grade 8, 4:00 PM)
Softball vs. St. Paul Como Park at West Mini (JV 4:00 PM)
Softball vs. Minnehaha Academy at Carlander Field, Concordia University (Varsity 4:30 PM)
Baseball vs. Faithful Shepherd at West Mini (Grade 6, 5:00 PM)
Baseball vs. St. Peter Catholic at Edgerton Park, Maplewood (Grade 5, 5:30 PM) Rescheduled from 4-26
Boys Lacrosse at Providence Academy (JV 5:30 PM; Varsity 7:00 PM)
Baseball vs. Maternity of Mary-St. Andrew at North Dale Recreation Center (Grade 7, 6:00 PM)

(F) May 3: Baseball at Osseo HS (JV 4:30 PM, Varsity 7:00 PM)
Softball at Academy of Holy Angels (JV 4:00 PM; Varsity 4:00 PM)
Boys Lacrosse at Hastings HS (JV 4:30 PM; Varsity 6:00 PM)
Softball vs. St. Croix Catholic at Oak Park Heights (Grade 6, 4:30 PM)

(S) May 4: Softball Tournament at Fridley HS (JV 9:00 AM)
Softball Tournament at Becker HS (Varsity 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)

Visit our website for directions and up-to-date times and locations.
QUICK LINKS FROM PAST WEEKS
Plan three great months for your whole family with our Saint Agnes Summer Series !
Please bring cafeteria accounts to current by the end of the school year.
Allow families the chance to send their children to the school that is the best fit for them! Learn more about how to talk to our legislators about supporting school choice.
Coupons available for preschool, kindergarten, and new student uniforms. Shop June 1-30 for 10-20% off everything at Donald's Uniform Store.
Sign-up to donate flowers to our Sisters' Chapel over the summer.
Grades 9-12
Forming Catholic Hearts & Minds in Faith, Reason, & Virtue