December 8, 2021 | Issue 8 |
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assistant principal/director of student leadership and oversaw the development and implementation of the House Leadership System. Most recently, he has led Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in New Albany as principal since 2018.
Mr. Beyl earned his bachelor’s degree in communication (2004) and master’s in teaching (2007) from Bellarmine University. He is currently pursuing his certificate in Catholic school management from Villanova School of Business. He said he is grateful and eager for the opportunity to return to Providence and serve as principal.
“I can’t wait to begin cultivating strong relationships with our students, faculty, and families that will create an inviting and positive culture for all,” Mr. Beyl said. “Our team will work every day to earn the trust of our families in the formation of our students and to spread Blue Pride to future generations.”
President Victor Beeler ’94 said Mr. Beyl’s experience at Providence and his personality will allow Mr. Beyl to make an impact from the start.
“Steve’s credentials and demeanor set him apart from the candidates in the search, and his previous time and experience at Providence will allow him to hit the ground running when he comes on board in July,” Mr. Beeler said. “As an alumnus of the school, he is deeply entrenched in the Providence community and understands its wants and desires as it relates to the mission of the school. I look forward to guiding Our Lady’s school with Steve as we begin the 71st academic year next fall.”
Mr. Beyl is married to English/Spanish teacher Mrs. Corinne (Alles) Beyl ’99, and they are members of St. Mary Church in New Albany along with their sons, Kramer, 13, and Truman, 8, who are both students at OLPH.
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Advent Angels collection helps children in need |
For several years now, each House has adopted needy families in the New Albany Deanery to provide Christmas gifts. Initially, the Advent Angels project was a competition among the Houses to see which House could get the highest percentage of participation and raise the most donations. Students in the House shopped for, wrapped, and delivered the gifts.
This year, the event shifted focus to providing a Merry Christmas to families in need and removing the competitive element. Instead, all students and families were encouraged to donate, and each House was assigned a family for whom to shop and wrap gifts. More than $3,800 has been raised to provide gifts for 16 children, and the faculty and staff donated about $600 in groceries.
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More school news: Senior Mass, Powder Puff, and more |
Seniors attend Mass with archbishop
Last Wednesday, the seniors traveled to St. Malachy Church in Brownsboro to join all seniors in the archdiocese for a Mass with Archbishop Charles Thompson.
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Juniors win Powder Puff
The junior and senior girls held the annual Powder Puff competition, and this year, the junior girls won. The game was followed by a bonfire sponsored by the Houses of Integrity and Justice.
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Sophomore's design to be PHS Christmas card
Sophomore Kalena Martin is the winner of the Providence Christmas card design contest. Her design of the three Wise Men will grace the holiday cards sent to about 750 people this year. She was awarded a gift card for her design being selected.
Students place in music competition
Four students, who take voice lessons at Bella Voce Music Studio Of Southern Indiana, competed in the National Association of Teachers of Singing: 2021 Indiana Auditions and placed in the top three. Junior K.B. Merchant placed first in the upper high school musical theatre-treble division, sophomore Sawyer Elias, placed first in the lower high school musical theatre-treble division, junior Jackson Bettler placed second in the high school musical theatre-TBB division, and sophomore Margaret Gahagen placed third in the lower high school musical theatre-treble division.
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Additional cafeteria staff still needed |
The Cafeteria still has a few positions available during the school day. Job duties include food preparation, serving, and clean up in a fun environment – and parents and grandparents may be eligible to receive a tuition discount. Please contact Mrs. Sarah Gahagen at 812-945-2538 ext. 368, or email sgahagen@providencehigh.net. |
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Students give back by performing for schools |
The Popcorn Players and Providence Singers have wrapped up another season. Their performances included visits to all Deanery schools last week as well as the Christmas Show on Sunday. Additionally, the Popcorn Players performed at the Breakfast with Santa on Saturday. Continuing the holiday tradition is important to students in both performance groups because many of them grew up wanting to perform at Providence after seeing the performances at their own Deanery schools. |
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Dance Team hosting clinic, reunion event |
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The Dance Team is offering a Fun in the Sun Dance Clinic on Monday, Jan. 17, from 5:00-7:30 p.m. for students grades PK through eighth. Participants will then perform the following night, Jan. 18, at a Boys Basketball game. Click here to register.
Additionally, the Dance Team is hosting a PHS Dance Alumni Event on Saturday, Jan. 22, at the Boys Basketball game vs. Rock Creek. For more information, fill out the attached Google Doc. Or text Coach Debbie (Popp) Miller '87 at 502.552.7770 with questions. |
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Cross Country players earn postseason awards |
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Two Cross Country runners received All-State nominations. The Indiana Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches named junior Ben Kelly as a Class 2A Honorable Mention, and Maci Hoskins was named one of the Class 2A All-State runners. |
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Sports Spotlight: Girls Swim |
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This issue’s Sports Spotlight is on Girls Swim. Coach Jim Pfeiffer has nominated three swimmers: new swimmer and senior Sophia Reisert, who has been a leader in welcoming the freshmen, and senior Sarah Boehm and sophomore Maycy Scroggins for their dedication to practice, even if it means before-school sessions. |
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Final Exam Schedule posted
The final exam schedule for first semester has been posted. Exams are full days Dec. 13-14 and half days Dec. 15-16 with dismissal at 11:30 p.m. All students should be picked up by 1:00 p.m. on Dec. 15-16, and students will have access to a grab-and-go lunch sack on those days as well.
Happy Holidays!
We wish all our students, faculty, staff, and families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Christmas Break begins Dec. 17, and classes resume on Jan. 4. The second semester will begin with an A Day schedule.
First semester grades will be posted on Jan. 7. Additionally, families of students in grades nine to 11 will be receiving registration information for the next school year in January.
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Placement Exam for incoming ninth graders
Providence will hold its Placement Exam for incoming freshmen on Saturday at 8:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Please click here to register. Students are asked to bring two No. 2 pencils and a $15 check made out to Providence High School. Students will be grouped by school, so that eighth graders will be with the same students that they are with every day and able to be socially distanced throughout the testing period. The makeup date is Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, for those who can't make it on Dec. 11.
Updated guidelines for Senior Portraits
If seniors did not have their portraits taken for the yearbook this summer, they have this semester to have them taken. Click here for the updated guidelines. Additionally, Baby Ads are on sale. For more information, click here. |
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Save the date: Classes of 1971 and 1972
Save the Date! A combined Golden Diploma Dinner will be held for the classes of 1971 and 1972 on March 5, 2022. More information, including how to attend a performance of the spring musical Shrek! will be forthcoming.
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Reunion dates for 2021-2022
Classes with graduation years ending in 2 and 7 may be holding their reunions in 2022, and planning has begun for some. If you would like to help or need more information, contact Krissy (Beyl) Van Laan '05 at kvanlaan@providencehigh.net.
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Three Volleyball alumnae in NCAA Sweet 16 |
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Three Volleyball alumnae will represent their colleges in the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Tournament regional round starting tomorrow. Ceci Rush ‘20, a sophomore libero and defensive specialist for the University of Louisville Cardinals, helped the team to a perfect season and an ACC Championship title. It is her second year playing in the NCAA Tournament. Sisters Marissa Hornung ‘18, and Ali Hornung ‘21 helped Purdue University earn a 25-6 record and the No. 6 seed in the tournament bracket. |
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Dec. 11: Placement Exam
Dec. 13-16: Final Exams
Dec. 17-Jan. 3: Christmas Break
Jan. 7: First semester grades posted
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Prayer to Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception |
O most Holy Virgin, immaculate in body
and spirit, look kindly on me as I implore your powerful intercession.
O most Holy Mother, receive my prayers
as I present them to God.
(state your intentions here)
O Mary, Mother of Jesus and our Mother, you intercede for us with your Son.
O Mary conceived without sin,
pray for us who have recourse to thee.
Amen.
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