A Moment for Mission

Give good example–teaching more by what you do than what you say.

St. Angela Merici 5th Counsel

Now that start-of-year and the big 175th celebration are behind us, I have the chance to share parent responses from last year’s survey. The surveys provide data for the strategic plan and also guide our planning for the following school year. For the 22/23 year, 80% or more of parents responded strongly agree/agree to the following statements: 

• I felt well-informed about opportunities to connect with other UA parents.
• I felt well-informed about opportunities to volunteer at UA.
• Communications from the school met my expectations.
• There was a good variety of activities to participate in as a parent.
• I participated in at least one parent activity (Parent mass, Pack-a-Thon, Moms and

Margaritas, Dad's BBQ, Auction, volunteer, etc.).

• I enjoyed the activity I participated in.

Suggested areas for improvement were the calendar, opportunities to volunteer and definition of school roles, i.e. who do I speak with if I have a question or problem? (On that last one, please begin with your daughter’s teacher or counselor for academic issues. For all others, the front office can guide you to the right place.) 

And lastly, in response to the statement, “I would be interested in parent activities like a pottery class, chess class or something else, possibly taught by UA coworkers,” only 32% agreed. I know that schedules are busy so I do not plan on any additions this year, unless something that’s very unique and interesting comes our way.

Thanks to those of you who participated in the survey. Your thoughts and ideas are invaluable. We will do it again mid-second semester. 

That’s all for now except to say… I hope you plan to join us for “Wendy and Peter Pan” next weekend. It’s the classic tale but told from the perspective of Wendy and Tinkerbell, and it’s been suggested that tissues will be needed. I’m in, along with a whole bunch of pirates and fairies roaming the halls!

Peggy Slater

(Team Fairy)

Weekly Lunch Menu: Oct. 23-27

Athletics for the Week

Oct. 20-26

Click here to view and check athletics times, updates, and information.

Link to the UA Athletics Live Stream: https://www.ursulinestl.org/athletics/

Daily Announcements

Did you miss the announcements over the intercom this week? Check out this document that will list all the announcements relayed over the intercom.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Thursday, October 26, 4:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 26 from 4:00-7:30 pm in the cafeteria and library.  Parents will have an opportunity to speak briefly to each of your daughter’s teachers. Please bring a copy of your daughter’s progress report or a list of teachers you would like to speak to.

Dine Out for Ursuline Academy @ Raising Cane's

Wednesday, October 26, 10:00 A.M.-10:00 P.M.

Kirkwood Location - 1034 S. Kirkwood Rd. Mention the Ursuline Academy fundraiser when you place your order and Cane's will donate 15% of sales back to UA! Dine and carry out!

We thank you in advance for your support! Order Flyer

Plaid Payoff Dress Down Coupon Reminder -

- Any student that sold 10 or more paid tickets gets one free Dress Down Day Coupon - Click here for the list. Please know that you have until this semester to use it and have to contact Mrs. Mueller 24 hours in advance during school hours. Just remember, the remainder of this semester goes fast, so don't forget to use it! 

Mother-Daughter Boots-N-Bling

Friday, November 10, 2023 6:00-10:00 p.m. at Orlando Gardens South

Join us for the Annual Mother-Daughter event. $55 per person, includes a full BBQ dinner buffet, mocktails, DJ and line dancing. Seating is limited, so please register by November 1st. Registration Link

Financial Aid Applications for 2024-2025

Sunday, December 31, 2023

The application process for Financial Aid for the 2024-2025 school year is now open.  Please go to https://www.ursulinestl.org/finance/ and find the “Apply online here” link under Tuition Assistance.  All families that would like to be considered for Financial Aid need to complete this process by December 31, 2023.  Completing this application after that time could impact the availability of aid.

UA Soirée Auction Donations: Shop the Wishlists!

Purchase an item from one of our auction wishlists by Dec. 1 for a chance to win 2 free tickets to the auction in February! *Items purchased ship directly to Ursuline.

Amazon Wishlist

Target Wishlist

Click here to sign up for opportunities to volunteer!

Visit our Events webpage to keep up to date on upcoming UA events!

Eucharistic Adoration

Oct 30 from 8:30-2:30 p.m. in the chapel

Adoration is a form of prayer where we come before the Blessed Sacrament. Because as Catholics we believe Jesus Christ is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament, we “watch and wait,” remaining in silent prayer and adoration, opening our hearts to Him, talking to Him interiorly, and listening for any silent words He gives us. We would like a minimum of 2 people there every half hour. Eucharistic Adoration Sign-up Sheet. Once the schedule is finalized Mrs. Weston will send you details for the day.

Submit Your Prayer Intentions

If you have prayer intentions you would like us to pray for please fill out this form and we will include them in our prayer day relay. Also, please feel free to send this to anyone you know within our UA family who may be interested!

Haiti Packathon Update

We made the decision this past summer to host this service event every other year. It is a significant financial expense to ask families to donate every year. It will be scheduled sometime during the 2024-25 school year and parents will be invited to participate. Every student will have the opportunity to experience it twice during their time at UA. If your family is interested in this type of service opportunity this year, Mrs. Weston is happy to help you find some local organizations that are planning a packathon so you can participate.

PSAT - Class of 2025

Thursday, October 26

All juniors will be taking the PSAT on Thursday, October 26. This standardized test measures reading and critical thinking skills in areas of reading, writing and language, and math. Juniors who score well on the PSAT may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship competition. Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and will conclude around 11:00 a.m. Students will be dismissed following the test. The PSAT is now digital, students will need to bring the following items. Students may dress down, layers are encouraged. 

• CHARGED computer
• Computer charger
• Pencil - for scratchwork
• Calculator (There is also a calculator available on the digital testing app.)
• The calculator used in UA math classes is acceptable.

National College Fair

Sunday, October 29 - 1:00-4:00 P.M. 

Saint Louis University - Simon Recreation Center 

We encourage students and parents to attend the National College Fair at Saint Louis University - Simon Recreation Center on Sunday, October 29. This is a great opportunity to gather college information and meet with admission representatives. Click here for a listing of colleges in attendance. 

Junior Year College Planning Information 

The counselors are excited to help the juniors start planning for college. The link below includes important college planning information for junior year. 

Junior Year College Planning Information

College Application Deadlines 

College application deadlines are fast approaching! We strongly encourage you to have applications submitted by HALLOWEEN. Many colleges have November 1 or November 15 deadlines for early admission or priority scholarship consideration. In order to have your transcript sent, you must add the request in Naviance AND complete the orange transcript request form in the Counseling Office. If you need a letter of recommendation for a November 1 deadline, you must request the letter by October 16. Since we are not at school on November 1, all transcript requests must be submitted by noon on October 31. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your counselor.