Weekly Newsletter: 1/24/2022 |
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Celebrating National School Choice Week! |
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Thank you to all of our families for choosing Saint Agnes School! We are blessed to serve you!
To find out more about the ways in which a number of local entities including the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota Catholic Conference, Aim Higher Foundation, and Opportunity for All Kids are working to make school choice a continued reality for our families, please watch the video below:
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Aggie Apparel on Sale This Wednesday, 1/26!
We will have a fresh shipment of Aggie Apparel available for purchase this Wednesday, January 26th after school in the UAC Commons!
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Paid After School Care Help Needed
We are in need of help with our After School Care program. Currently, we are understaffed; the program needs two people to manage the time between 2:50 and 5:00 p.m. each day. Below are our current needs:
- We have a coverage need for an additional person each day of the week Monday-Friday, and a need of two staff members each Wednesday.
We are also currently assessing the program and our ability to staff it on a consistent basis with our own faculty and/or staff for the remainder of this school year (as well as in subsequent years).
Willing to help out?
If you have interest in covering some of our After School Care needs this school year, or are interested in considering managing or working the program in the 2022-23 school year, please contact Mr. Michael Adkins, Director of Lower School, ASAP.
This is an hourly paid position from 2:50-5:00 p.m. each day.
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SAINT AGNES SPRING MUSICAL 2022–HOLIDAY INN!
Time is running out to create one of your greatest high school memories. There are only 4 days left to register for the musical. Registrations are due this Thursday, January 27th. After that there will be a $20.00 late fee per family for registrations turned in through January 31. Following the 31st, the doors are closed forever. One can always drop out if the musical does not fit you, but you cannot jump in after registrations close. Don't wait. Get your paperwork to Mr. Johnson's room today.
The musical is open to 7th through 12th graders with 9th through 12th graders eligible to audition for lead roles. Auditions are February 1st and 2nd. Audition packets are on the cart outside Room 154. Only those seeking lead roles need audition.
The Children's Chorus will be formed from grades 2 through 6.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity. Talk to others who have been part of past musicals. You will be glad you joined us.
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Tap Dance Workshop
There is one tap dance workshop left which is Sunday, January 30th from 1:30-3PM. It is open to 7th through 12 graders. Come even if you missed the first one. There are two chorus tap dance numbers in the show plus the four main leads also tap. This workshop will help you to be considered for these numbers. Bring tap shoes or wear hard-soled shoes. No tap dance experience is needed.
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Volunteers with Youth – E3/VIRTUS Updates
If you are hoping to Chaperone, work Hot Lunch, help with the Musical or otherwise volunteer with youth at Saint Agnes School you will need to be E3 compliant. E3 includes: Background Check/123B report, Code of Conduct and Safe Environment training. Updates required every three years. Due to slower process times nationwide – it can take up to 2 weeks to process Background Checks and 123B reports.
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New Volunteer – 90 minutes online in VIRTUS, required paperwork + completed BG check and 123B report.
Multi-Location (new to Saint Agnes) – required signed releases to get paperwork from other Archdiocese locations.
Current Volunteer – (updates every 3 years) 45 minutes online in VIRTUS, required paperwork + completed BG check and 123B report.
Current Volunteers: VIRTUS will send out automatic update reminders 30 days prior to due dates. Non-E3 compliant VIRTUS accounts will be inactivated.
Questions? Please contact Volunteer & Safe Environment Coordinator Annette Beaudry at 651-925-8826.
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Red & White Saturday 2/12
Auction Donations: Please bring items for the auction to the school office ASAP! Deadline is this week.
Volunteers: We need help for set up and flower work on Friday, Feb 11th during school hours. Students will do the heavy lifting. A few spots also remain to work the event on the 12th.
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50/50 Raffle Back by Popular Demand!
Win up to $5,000 in the 50/50 Raffle! Winner receives half the pot. Tickets are $100 and only 100 tickets will be sold. Call Amy at 651-925-8709 to buy!
Tickets MUST be purchased with cash, check or debit card ONLY!
Drawing will take place after the Red & White Program on Feb 12.
Need not be present to win.
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Raffle Ticket Sales Continue!
Don't stop selling yet--tickets will still be available to sell until our live drawing at the Red & White Benefit on February 12th!
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Help your kids fall in love with their Catholic faith at CYSC!
Registration is open for Damascus Catholic Youth Summer Camp (CYCS), a week-long residential camp for students entering grades 6-12.
Come to experience high adventure activities and high adventure faith with archery tag, adoration, color wars, kayaking, climbing walls, daily Mass, swimming and more! The CYSC-Northwoods experience will take place at Heartwood Resort and Conference Center, a beautiful facility located 2 hours from the Twin Cities in Trego, WI.
This year, there are 16 $150-off scholarships available to St. Agnes parishioner and school families! To receive the promotional code to get the scholarship, email registrationmn@damascus.net and identify yourself as a St. Agnes parishioner or school family. What a blessing!
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Father/Daughter Dance - THIS Saturday, Jan. 29th, 2022
We are rolling out the Red Carpet for the annual Father-Daughter Dance on Saturday, January 29th, 2022. Girls in grades 9-12 are invited to attend this annual event with their Leading Man (father, grandfather, godfather or other male role model). Formal / Semi-formal / Black Tie Optional. The event features a variety of music and dances complete with expert instruction, a dessert buffet, and a professional photo.
Event Schedule
6:30 PM – Social Hour and Professional Photographs**
7:00 PM – Music, Dancing & Expert Instruction, Dessert Buffet
10:00 PM – Evening Concludes
** A professional father/daughter photograph is included in the ticket price.
How You Can Help
Please consider volunteering to help at this event. We need help in the following areas:
*Event set-up from 9:00 – 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 29th
*Help during the event (two shifts available) from 5:30 – 8:00 PM or 8:00 – 11:00 PM
*Monetary donations can be made here or donations of gift cards for the purchase of desserts from Lunds, Kowalskis, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Wuollets, Café Latte, and Bread & Chocolate may be dropped off in the Main Office during school hours.
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Next Week is Catholic Schools Week!
Many fun activities are in store for our Lower School next week as we celebrate Catholic Schools Week!
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Lower School Yearbooks (PreK-8th Grade)
Please click on the link from our yearbook company Balfur to submit your order.
Cost:
- $20 until the end of January
- $25 starting in February
- Deadline to order: February 17th
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Semester One Honor Roll & Lettering in Academics (9-12)
Mr. Michael Adkins, Dean of Academics, is pleased to announce the 2021-22 Semester One Honor Roll:
Congratulations to all those students who’ve earned a spot! For students in grades 7-12 who earned a spot on the Honor Roll, a certificate will be provided to you soon.
At Saint Agnes School, our goal is that every student achieve the maximum capacity of his or her God-given potential.
Students in grades 7-12 earn a place on the Honor Roll in the following ways:
- Semester GPA of 3.00-3.32 = Honor Roll
- Semester GPA of 3.33-3.66 = Dean's List
- Semester GPA of 3.67-above = Headmaster's List
The criteria for Academic Honors and qualifying for a letter in Academics are as follows:
First Letter (Academics Patch - Book or Lamp):
- 2 consecutive semesters of Headmaster's (formerly Principal's) List (3.67 GPA and above)
- 3 consecutive semesters of Dean's List (3.33-3.66 GPA)
- 4 consecutive semesters of Honor Roll (3.00-3.32 GPA)
Subsequent Letters (Bar Patch):
- 1 semester of Dean's List or higher
Visit our website to see patch examples and where to purchase them for letter jackets under Academics and “Awards and Honors” tabs. Please note that letter patches are not provided by the school.
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Archdiocesan Miriam Dinner
Tuesday, Feb. 1, 6–8PM, Archdiocesan Catholic Center, St. Paul
Archbishop Bernard Hebda invites women, ages 16 – 35, who are discerning consecrated life to join him for dinner and conversation. Sister Mary Joseph, a Handmaid of the Heart of Jesus Sister, will help lead the dinner program that will include consecrated women sharing their vocation testimonies, stories of consecrated life and discernment tips. Religious are welcome to bring discerning guests to the Miriam Dinner! Online registration is required. Visit the link below for more information and to register.
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High School Yearbooks
The last day to order a yearbook will be January 31st, 2022.
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Updates from the Counseling Office |
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Junior Meetings
On January 13th, Mrs. Trana emailed juniors and their parents/guardians regarding signing up for their Junior Meeting. Every year, the Counseling Office gathers with each junior and their parents/guardians to talk about your student's future and life after high school. We will also discuss important information surrounding post-secondary options, including financial aid information, the college application process, and more. Please reference her email for the link to sign-up and all supporting information.
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ACT Prep
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer an ACT Prep Course like we have in years past. In order to support our students, we have a few suggestions for them to prepare:
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Purchase The Official ACT Prep Guide 2021-2022 as a self-guided preparation.
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Purchase The Official ACT Self-Paced Course. This self-guided option is fully online. Mr. Walter is generally in the Upper School Library 1 or 2 afternoons each week (M-Th, through Mid-March) until about 5:00pm. Consider taking advantage of this time to use the Library computer lab.
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Want to practicing taking the test? Mrs. Trana will be offering a full-length ACT Paper practice test on Monday, March 21st and Wednesday, March 23rd from 3:30-5:30PM. Monday will cover English and Mathematics. Wednesday will cover Reading, Science, and Writing. This option is FREE. For preparation purposes, please sign up here: ACT Practice Exam with Mrs. Trana.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Trana.
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Attention Juniors: Registration for the ACT
It’s time to begin thinking about the ACT! You can find instructions to register here.
Saint Agnes is hosting the ACT on April 2, 2022. You must be registered by February 25! Due to COVID restrictions, we anticipate significantly reduced capacity. Note: April 2, 2022 is the Saturday at the end of our Spring Break this year.
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Scholarship Updates from the Counseling Office
As seniors prepare for the next chapter of their educational journey, we know how important it is to know of scholarship opportunities. Your senior students have been emailed information regarding the following opportunities:
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Trana, Saint Agnes College Counselor.
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Spring Sports Registration is Open
It’s time to register for spring sports. Please register as soon as possible so we can determine how many teams we will have and how many coaches we need to hire.
Registration deadline is Friday, February 18th.
High School Sports Offered
Baseball (Grades 9-12): Fee is $125
Softball (Grades 9-12): Fee is $125
Boys Lacrosse (Grades 7-12): This is a coop with Minnehaha Academy, Fee TBD
Girls Lacrosse (Grades 7-12): This is a coop with St. Paul Academy, Fee TDB
Boys Track (Grades 7-12): Fee is $125
Girls Track (Grades 7-12): Fee is $125
Trap Shooting registration will open soon
Grade School/Junior High Sports Offered
Baseball (Grades 5-8): Fee is $100
Softball (Grades 5-8): Fee is $100
7th and 8th graders wishing to join Track or Lacrosse must register through the high school registration form as this requires a physical and other paperwork required by the Minnesota State High School League.
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Thompson Named Head Football Coach
Longtime assistant Sam Thompson has been named the new head football coach at Saint Agnes School.
Thompson replaces Tom Flood, who decided to step down after his second 5-year stint as head coach of the Aggies. Flood finished 73-29 over his 10 years as head coach. He led the Aggies to the state tournament during the 1995-96 and 1997-98 seasons. Recently, the Aggies have played in 4 consecutive section championship games.
“My plan was to take the job for 5-6 years to rebuild the football team and mentor a successor,” said Flood. “The program is in a great place right now and Sam is ready to take the helm.”
Thompson has been Flood’s righthand man the past five seasons and has played a big role in the team’s success. The program has grown from 26 players in 2017 to 65 players this past season.
“I am very thankful and excited for this opportunity; it has been a privilege to be part of the rebuild of this program and I am ready to keep the program moving forward,” remarked Coach Thompson.
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Aggie Athletics Podcast: Episode 003 Now Available!
Fresh off of Christmas break, you'll hear a recent roundup of sports scores and highlights, Producer Neal is rusty on the keys, and Mike learns how to spell Tae Kwon Do with 4th Degree Black Belt Master, Student Council Vice-President, and current senior, Paityn Adams.
Paityn tells us about her discovery of Tae Kwon Do, what it takes to become a serious competitor in the sport, and she shares her Olympic aspirations.
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See the Saint Agnes athletic calendar for all times, locations, and livestreams for this week's games.
See the attached flyer for more information regarding busing, Covid-19 policies, and the NFHS Network.
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Center for Mission 2022 Writing Contest
The Center for Mission is sponsoring their annual writing contest focusing on the question, "How has listening to Jesus’ voice led you to live out the Church’ s mission to continue Christ’s work?" There are multiple grade brackets and prizes for the top essays! Entries will be accepted January 31-March 4, 2022.
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Forming Catholic Hearts & Minds in Faith, Reason, & Virtue |
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