Newsletter - Week of Aug. 23-27 |
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A Moment for Mission
“Live in harmony, united together in one heart and one will.
Be bound to one another by the bonds of charity, treating each other with respect,
helping one another, bearing with each other in Christ Jesus”
St. Angela Merici - Last Counsel: vv. 1-3
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Welcome back! We hope you had a restful and restorative summer,
and are ready to have a great year!
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A Note from the President |
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Welcome back! I hope the summer gave you plenty of opportunities for relaxation and fun. We've been excited to begin the year and so far, it's been all we could have hoped for! Last week, our coworkers came together for two very full days of reflection, planning, training and reconnecting. And since then, it's been a whirlwind of technology training, Viaggio Days, Community Day with the traditional "tunnel welcome" for both freshmen and sophomores (who missed it last year), our first all-school mass since before the pandemic, Big Sis/Little Sis pairings and seniors painting parking spaces. And that's just the highlights! From my window I can see a class taking place outside and best of all, the buildings are busy and noisy again! We're off to a wonderful start.
It's my pleasure to acknowledge Melissa Daus and Ben Burkemper, who have stepped up to lead the Bear Moms and Fathers’ Club. I would also like to thank this year’s annual Auction Chairs, Erin Brasser and Jill Baleé. The message from last year was loud and clear that Ursuline parents are interested in having a variety of ways to come together and there will be many opportunities. You can connect through the "Current Parents" section of the website or Bear Moms Facebook page, Auction Facebook page, contacting your class rep or responding to emails from Melissa, Ben, Jill & Erin. In addition to the parent group activities being planned, we will be announcing the Parent Speaker Series soon. The high school years go by fast - don't miss out!
I look forward to seeing you on campus!
Peggy Slater
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Announcements & Resources |
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Athletics for the Week
Aug. 21-27
Click here to view and check athletics times, updates, and information.
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Senior Website - Class of 2022
Senior year is an exciting time for your daughters! In order to celebrate this special time, Ursuline Academy and senior parents have planned a variety of fun and meaningful events for both you and your daughters throughout the school year. Since we realize there are many dates and details to remember, we are sharing with you this link to the Senior Page Website, which contains the dates and any information for big senior events for your future reference. Additional information may be added throughout the year as it becomes available, and links to the Senior Page will be available in the 2022 Google Classroom and on the Ursuline Website. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs. Jones (mjones@ursulinestl.org).
Back to School Night
Thursday, August 26, 2021
All current parents are invited to experience a day in the life of their daughter. The night will begin at 5:45 PM for those parents with daughters taking a zero-hour class. All other parents will begin at 6:00 PM and the night should conclude by 8PM. Parents will follow their daughter's schedule and have an opportunity to meet the teachers. During your daughter’s study hall or after Period 8, please stop in the Bear Café to sample and enjoy the many lunch options available. Counselors, administrators and representatives of Bear Moms, Auction Committee and Fathers’ Clubs will be in the Café throughout the evening.
Bear Moms’ Moms & Margaritas
Tuesday, August 31, 2021, 6:00 p.m. / Ursuline Senior Patio
Calling all current UA Moms - Mark your calendar for our first Bear Moms Event of the 2021/22 school year! Join us for an evening of mingling and margaritas! You won’t want to miss this! RSVP here.
Annual Auction Save the Date - Ursuline Academy Soirée March 5, 2022
Win 2 tickets to the Ursuline Academy Soirée by bringing a whisky bottle valued at $30+ or a $25+ gift card donation to any of the upcoming parent events: Back To School 8/26, Moms & Margaritas 8/31, Father's BBQ 9/8. One entry for every donation. Look for the auction table at these events for donation drop-off and volunteer signup.
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Save the Date: Big Sis/Little Sis Lock-in
Thursday, Sep 16, 2021 from 6:30-10 pm with drop off in FRONT CIRCLE.
This event is required for all frosh/sophomores and is a culminating activity to the frosh induction festivities. Bigs and Littles will enjoy a fun-filled evening of activities. More details to follow!
Save the Date: Senior/Parent Mass and Continental Breakfast
Friday, Sep 24, 2021 at 8:00 am in the Chapel
This required senior Mass is open to parents as well. Join us as we celebrate their special year at UA! After Mass we will have a continental breakfast in O’Hara Hall.
Save the Date: Prayer Day Relay
Friday, Sep 24, 2021 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in the Chapel or virtually
Sign up for a shift to pray for the needs of our community and to pray for each of our students and co-workers by name. You can pray from home or pray in the chapel. Details will be sent directly to those who sign up.
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Senior Naviance Meetings
Monday, August 23 and Tuesday, August 24 during Activity Period
Seniors will gather in the BoardRoom for a mandatory meeting to discuss the protocol and timelines for college applications, transcript requests, and other pertinent information. Students whose last names begin with A-L will meet on Monday, M-Z will meet on Tuesday.
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Near Sights - Aug. 23 - 27
Monday, Aug. 23
A-Day
- 9:25-9:55 am -- Senior Naviance Meeting A-L
- 9:25-10:10 am -- Project USS Chairwomen + Drop-in meeting
- 3:00-5:15 pm -- Dance team
- 3:00-6:30 pm -- UA - VB practice
- 6:00-7:30 pm -- Mandatory Fall Sports Athlete and Parent meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 24
B-Day
- 9:25-9:55 am -- Senior Naviance Meeting M-Z
- 9:25-9:45 am -- Homes
- 3:00-5:15 pm -- Dance team
Wednesday, Aug. 25
A-Day -- Special Schedule
- 8:00-9:45 am -- Club Try-it-Out Morning
- 3:00-5:00 pm -- Cheerleading
Thursday, Aug. 26
B-Day
- 7:00-8:00 am -- Diversity Team Meetings
- 9:25-9:45 am -- House meetings - HOUSE SHIRT DAY
- 5:45*-8:00 pm -- Back-to-School Night (5:45 for Zero Hour)
Friday, Aug. 27
A-Day -- Late Start Schedule
DRESS DOWN FOR HAITI - minimum $2.00 donation going to Catholic Relief Services
- 3:00-6:00 pm -- Cheerleading
- 3:00-7:00 pm -- UA - Volleyball home game
- 3:00-7:30 pm -- UA-Home Field Hockey games
Far Sights - Aug. 30 - Sept. 3
Monday, Aug. 30
B-Day
- 9:25-9:55 am -- Common App Workshop
- 9:25-10:10am -- Project USS Chairwomen + Drop-in meeting
- 3:00-5:15 pm -- Dance team
- 3:00-6:30 pm -- UA - VB practice
Tuesday, Aug. 31
A-Day
- 9:25-9:45 am -- Homes
- 3:00-5:15 pm -- Dance team
- 3:00-6:30 pm -- UA - VB practice
- 6:00-8:00 pm -- Moms and Margaritas
Wednesday, Sept. 1
B-Day
- 3:00-5:00 pm -- Cheerleading
- 3:00-6:30 pm -- UA - VB practice
- 3:00-7:30 pm -- UA-Home Field Hockey games
Thursday, Sept. 2
A-Day
- 7:00-8:00 am -- Diversity Team Meetings
- 9:25-9:45 am -- House Fun Day
- 3:15-4:00 pm -- Co-Worker Meeting
- 3:00-6:30 pm -- UA - VB practice
Friday, Sept. 3
B-Day
- 3:00-6:00 pm -- Cheerleading
- 3:00-7:00 pm -- UA - Volleyball home game
- 3:00-7:00 pm -- UA-Home Softball games
Dates are subject to change.
Please see the Ursuline Calendar for the most up-to-date information.
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