December 9, 2020 | Issue 8 |
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Popcorn Players, Providence Singers go virtual |
When in-person extracurricular events were restricted by the Clark County Health Department, the Popcorn Players and Providence Singers got creative in how they bring their holiday cheer to audiences. To make sure everyone could enjoy their performances, both groups will now record videos that will be posted to the school’s Facebook page in the coming days. |
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Sophomores deepen faith, relationships on retreat |
Sophomore students took part in their class retreat led by the group NET Ministries the week before Thanksgiving. The students enjoyed the opportunity to deepen their faith and bond more closely with their classmates. Held in the Administrative Corridor with students breaking into two separate day-long sessions, the retreat included skits, small group sessions, adoration, and witness talks. |
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Senior, sophomore place in Indiana theatre competition |
Following their success in the National Association of Teachers of Singing: Kentucky Chapter high school musical competition, senior Victor Beeler and sophomore KB Merchant also placed in the Indiana Chapter's competition. They each placed second, with Victor placing in Division 2-TTB and KB in Division 1A-2. |
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Incoming 9th graders to test on Saturday
Incoming freshmen will take the Providence Placement Exam on Saturday. Pre-registration, including the $15 fee, is required. If you have not pre-registered your eighth grader for the exam, please email Mr. Brad Burden at bburden@providencehigh.net for information.
Students should arrive by 8:45 a.m., and the test will continue until 12:15 p.m. Students should bring two No. 2 pencils and will enter the building by entrances assigned to each school. Students from St. Anthony and St. John Paul II will use the Robinson Auditorium entrance, students from Holy Family and Sacred Heart will use the PHS Student Entrance (next to the chapel), and students from Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. Mary of the Knobs will use the Cafeteria entrance (past the chapel). Students will then test in locations based on their school. Providence staff members will be on hand to direct students to their entrances and testing locations.
Senior receives dual nomination to military academies
Senior Landon Kruer has received two Congressional nominations each for the U.S. Naval Academy and the U.S. Air Force Academy. He now must wait to see if he will receive an appointment to one or both of the academies. Landon said his goal is to receive an appointment to the Naval Academy and major in engineering. Many seniors have already received college acceptance and scholarship notifications and should forward this information to the Counseling Center. Students have been accepted to a variety of universities and colleges, from Indiana University and the University of Louisville to Bellarmine, Loyola, and Xavier universities.
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PHS adopts a seminarian
The Archdiocese of Indianapolis has asked its schools to "adopt" a seminarian. The New Albany Deanery has chosen seminarian Tyler Huber, a native of Floyds Knobs and a member of St. Mary's of the Knobs Parish. Meet him in this video, and keep him in prayer during his formation. |
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Attendance restricted at extracurricular events |
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Per state mandate, capacity at athletic events is now at 25 percent, which is 550 people in our gym. For JV and varsity basketball games, household members of players and managers from each team plus the Cheer, and Dance teams will be offered season passes. Remaining tickets will be sold at the door, starting 30 minutes before tipoff until capacity is reached. For other winter sports, tickets will be sold at the door starting 30 minutes before the event until capacity is reached. Masks are required, and each household/group must maintain 6 feet of social distancing from others at all times. Watch the school's Facebook and Twitter accounts for information on live-streaming options.
Capacity limits are subject to change based on guidance from the Clark County Health Department.
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Girls Soccer coach opening |
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Applications are being accepted for the Girls Soccer head coach position for the 2021-‘22 school year. High school coaching experience is preferred. Interested candidates should send a letter or email PHSAthletics@providencehigh.net, along with details of their experience and qualifications, to: Providence High School Athletic Department
“G-Soccer Head Coaching Position”
707 Providence Way
Clarksville, IN 47129
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In-person classes resume Jan. 4
Final exams are canceled as we continue virtual classes through Dec. 17. BLUE Day sessions are available each morning from 7:30-8:10, and some students may be mandated to attend, either virtually or in person.
The second semester begins Jan. 4, with students returning on a hybrid schedule. Freshmen and sophomores will attend in person the first two days, with juniors and seniors starting virtually. All students are scheduled to resume in-person instruction on Jan. 21, although a full virtual option will remain available to those who need it.
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Returning students to register
The registration process for returning students will begin Jan. 4-13, with counselors visiting classrooms to hand out information about registering for classes for 2020-2021. Students will receive an individualized course selection sheet, listing specific placement for core content classes, and given information about choosing electives. On assigned days between Jan. 19-26, students will meet with counselors or administrators to complete the registration process. More information on the parents' portion of the process will be forthcoming.
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Reunion dates, changes for 2020
Several class reunions have been canceled or rescheduled due to safety concerns. Please check the list below. If you don't see your class below, contact Krissy (Beyl) Van Laan at kvanlaan@providencehigh.net.
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1960: 60-year reunion now Aug. 21, 2021, Calumet Club in New Albany. Full information will be made available on our class website, www.olp1960.com. Annual mini-reunion brunch Dec. 12, 2020.
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1974: Save the date for next year's reunion on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. Email ProvidencePioneers1974@gmail.com with questions.
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1980: 40 Year Reunion to be rescheduled for spring or summer 2021. Please contact Chris or Ann (Kaiser) Day for details (Chris 812.989.3268 or Ann 502.396.9943).
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2011: Planning has begun for 10-year reunion to be held in 2021. For more information or to help plan, contact Clancy Hauber at clancyhauber@gmail.com or 812.987.1729.
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By Krissy (Beyl) Van Laan ’05, special events and alumni relations coordinator
Ready to Ignite your Blue Pride? The 2021 Virtual Gala is right around the corner!
The 2021 Gala is sure to spark your interest as a week-long virtual event spanning from January 25-31. You'll have time to browse and bid on our silent auction items, and through the final weekend, our most popular packages will be part of our “Super Silent” auction. You'll enjoy bidding on true blue favorites such as the Progressive Dinner and Victoria National Golf Package, or ignite your enthusiasm for one of the exciting new vacations added to the slate this year.
Watch your mail for invitations in early January. We look forward to "seeing" you in late January.
As we finalize our silent auction items, we continue to need donations of services and items for these offerings. Please email Mrs. Van Laan at kvanlaan@providencehigh.net if you have something to donate. We thank you in advance for your continued support of PHS. Blue Pride! |
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Art teachers support Little Free Libraries |
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Art teachers Mrs. Donna Burden and Ms. Stephanie LeBrun have volunteered their artistic efforts to decorate more installations for the Little Free Library project supported by the Arts Alliance of Southern Indiana. Ms. LeBrun's Little Free Library News Rack Box is on display at the Harrison County Library's Lanesville Branch until Dec. 15, which it will be installed at Lanesville Elementary. |
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Dec. 12: Placement Exam
Dec. 17: Final day of Semester I
Jan. 4: Semester II begins on Hybrid Schedule
Jan. 4-13: Students prepare for registration
Jan. 25-31: 2021 Virtual Gala
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A prayer when we put on our mask: |
Creator,
as I prepare to go into the world,
help me to see the sacrament
in the wearing of this cloth—
let it be "an outward sign
of an inward grace"—
a tangible and visible way of living
love for my neighbors,
as I love myself.
Christ,
since my lips will be covered,
uncover my heart,
that people would see my smile
in the crinkles around my eyes.
Since my voice may be muffled,
help me to speak clearly,
not only with my words,
but with my actions.
Holy Spirit,
As the elastic touches my ears,
remind me to listen carefully—
and full of care—
to all those I meet.
May this simple piece of cloth be
shield and banner,
and each breath that it holds,
be filled with your love.
In your Name and
in that love,
I pray.
Amen
— Rev. Dr. Richard Bott
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Our Lady of Providence High School
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