WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
May 14, 2018
Principal Search Update:
Reitz Memorial High School began this semester with the announcement of the pending retirement of our principal, Dr. Marie Williams. Dr. Williams asked us to begin the search for a new principal because of her wish to retire. The process of hiring the principal is a combined effort with the Catholic Schools Office and my office, with input from representatives of our Board of Trustees.

The national search initially attracted over 20 applicants from six states (Ohio, Georgia, Florida, California, Missouri and Indiana). We narrowed the field of candidates and after interviews we felt we had not identified the next principal to lead Memorial to the next level of excellence. This search will continue until we find the person we believe will best serve as our principal in the years ahead.

In the meantime, Dr. Williams will continue to serve as principal with some additional support and reduced responsibilities as long as necessary, and she is able. Plans are being developed to ensure that we continue providing “a Christ-centered Catholic community which educates all students to their highest potential by developing religious values, providing excellence in education, and fostering a commitment to service.” 
Mr. John K. Browning, President of Reitz Memorial
2018-2019 NHS Officers:
Congratulations to the new National Honors Society officers:
President - Rosa Gomez
Vice President - Davis Howell
Treasurer - Nicole Neisen
Secretary - Carly Scheu
Traffic Alert:
Lincoln Avenue and Weinbach Avenue Intersection Closure May 14-21 for Water Main Upgrades

In conjunction with the water main upgrade project currently under construction on Weinbach Avenue between Division Street and Kathleen Avenue, the Evansville Water and Sewer Utility’s construction contractor (Ragle, Inc.) will close the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Weinbach Avenue beginning Monday, May 14, 2018 at 8:00 am. This closure is expected for seven consecutive days, with a reopening date of Monday, May 21, 2018.

During this closure, traffic will be detoured as follows:
  • Lincoln Avenue – Detour via Rotherwood Avenue, Walnut Street, Boeke Road
  • Weinbach Avenue – Detour via Washington Avenue, Boeke Road, Walnut Street
eCampus Book Buyback and Rental Returns will take place May 18 in the Small Gym from 11AM to 2 PM.
Final Transcript Request for Seniors:
Seniors must request their final transcript through Parchment by the end of the school year.  Transcripts need to be sent to the college your student plans to attend, in order to register for fall classes. Be sure to select hold for grades so this semester's courses are included.

Please contact Mrs. Bennett in the Counseling Office with questions.
End of the Year Locker Clean-Out:
All students must take home the entire contents of their locker and school lock by the last day of school. Any items left behind will removed and donated.  The summer crew will clean all lockers over the break, and your cooperation helps to increase the efficiency of this process.

Students should also check the lost and found in the cafeteria and the main office which includes misplaced uniforms, lunchboxes, etc. Any unclaimed items will be donated at the close of the school year.

*Please note, the Key Club is collecting extra school supplies which will be donated to students in Appalachia.
School Dismissal on Friday, May 18 is at 10:50 AM.
Sophomore and Junior Athletes:
If you have interest in playing a Division I or II sport in college , you need to register at  eligibilitycenter.org . It is recommended you do so sophomore year but NO LATER than the end of your junior year . Be sure to also tell your counselor so you can start an NCAA worksheet to ensure all academic requirements are met.
Class of 2019 Senior Weekend:
Plans are also underway for senior weekend that will take place Saturday, July 28 through Sunday, July 29. This weekend takes place at Camp Carson. It is a great start to their senior year, as well as a great bonding experience. They will come together as a class to play games, swim, create senior banners, and to have Mass as a class.

If you would like to help with this weekend, please join us this Thursday, May 17 at 6:30 PM in the cafeteria for a planning meeting, or contact Marla Stratman at 812-457-3664
Weekly Schedule

Monday, May 14 (BLUE)
Biology AP Exam - Room 103 - 7:35 AM
AP Music Theory Exam - Conference Room - 7:35 AM
Blue1 Review
Blue 2 Review
HR: Academic Decathlon - Old and New - Room 311
Boys Varsity Golf vs. Bosse/Harrison - McDonald Course - 4 PM
JV Baseball SIAC Tournament - Harrison - 4:30 PM
Varsity Softball vs. North - Nativity Church - 5 PM
Varsity Baseball vs. Gibson Southern - Home - 5 PM
JV Softball vs. North - Hargrave Field - 6:30 PM

Tuesday, May 15
AP Calculus Exam - Rooms 103, 212, 214 - 7:35 AM
Blue 1 Exam - 7:35 to 9:10 AM
Blue 2 Exam - 9:20 to 10:15 AM
Lunch Begins at 10:50 AM
Blue 3 Review - 10:55 AM to 12:55 PM
Blue 4 Review - 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Boys Varsity Golf vs. Boonville/Mater Dei - Home - 4:15 PM
JV Baseball - SIAC Semi-Finals - Harrison - 4:30 PM
Varsity Softball - Castle - 5 PM
Varsity Baseball - Castle - 5 PM
Girls Track & Field - IHSAA Sectional - Mt. Vernon - 5:30 PM
JV Softball - Castle - 6:30 PM

Wednesday, May 16
AP English, Language & Composition Exam - Rooms 102, 240 - 7:35 AM
Blue 3 Exam - 7:35 to 9:10 AM
Blue 4 Exam - 9:20 to 10:15 AM
Lunch Begins at 10:50 AM
White 1 Review - 10:55 AM to 12:55 PM
White 2 Review - 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Freshman Baseball - Castle - 4:30 PM
Varsity Softball Senior Night vs. Reitz - Nativity Church - 5 PM
Varsity Baseball Senior Night vs. Castle - Home - 5 PM
JV Softball vs. Reitz - Nativity Church - 6:30 PM
JV Baseball - SIAC Tourney Finals - Castle - 6:30 PM

Thursday, May 17
AP World History Exam - Rooms 214, 240 - 7:35 AM
AP Comparative Government Exam - Holy Cross Hall - 7:35 AM
Mass - Chapel - 7:00 AM
White 1 Exam - 7:35 to 9:10 AM
White 2 Exam - 9:20 to 10:15 AM
Lunch Begins at 10:50 AM
White 3 Review - 10:55 AM to 12:55 PM
White 4 Review - 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Girls Varsity Tennis Sectional - Bosse - 4 PM
Boys Track & Field - IHSAA Sectional - Central - 5:30 PM
Class of 2019 Senior Weekend Meeting - Cafeteria - 6:30 PM

Friday, May 18
White 3 Exam - 7:35 to 9:10 AM
White 4 Exam - 9:20 to 10:15 AM
Dismissal - 10:50 AM
Girls Varsity Tennis Sectional Semi-Finals - Bosse - 4 PM
Baccalaureate - St. Benedict Cathedral - 7 PM

Saturday, May 19
Boys Varsity Golf - Washington Invitational - 8 AM
Girls Varsity Tennis - Sectional - Bosse - 9 AM
Special Olympics at RMHS - 3:30 PM

Sunday, May 20
Commencement - ONE Plaza - 4 PM
UPCOMING EVENTS

May 23 - International Club Picnic
June 1 - Athletics Golf Scramble - Cambridge Golf Club
Reitz Memorial High School is a Christ-centered Catholic community which educates all students to their highest potential by developing religious values, providing excellence in education, and fostering a commitment to service.