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A PRAYER FOR OCTOBER
BY KATIE HIGGINS '99, VICE PRESIDENT OF MISSION
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“God never asks of us the impossible
but only to achieve the justice possible
in the imperfect world of the here and now.” (Bishop Mark J. Seitz)
Spirit of God,
We give thanks for your presence among us in our imperfect world.
Transform our hearts that we may love as You love--
unconditionally and with abounding mercy and compassion.
Give us a spirit of courage and humility
as we strive each day to be faithful to You and
to Your Gospel call to work for justice and peace in the here and now.
Amen.
Click here for this month's Mission Reflection: "Love Must Manifest"
by VP of Mission Emerita, Sr. Helen Jean Novy
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The Magnificat Circle of Prayer was established two years ago and is made up of members of the Magnificat community who wish to pray for the community's intentions throughout the school year. Prayer intentions (which are submitted online) are circulated weekly and members of the Circle are encouraged to pray The Magnificat daily for these intentions. Please click here if you wish to join the Circle of Prayer!
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VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE & NIGHT-IN-BLUE |
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Since we could not gather for our annual Fall Open House, we bring Open House to you!
Click above to watch Magnificat's first-ever Virtual Tour! Then, click here to see messages from members of the Leadership Team, view our Open House brochure, and find out more about the unique, Mission-driven experience that Magnificat provides for young women.
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NOVEMBER 14 & 15, 2020
Night-in-Blue 2020 is heading to the Hollywood Drive-In next month! Click here to purchase sponsorships, ads, and grand prize tickets, and to find out more about the Drive-Through Spaghetti Dinner and Grand Prize Drawing & Film Screening!
ALUMNAE: Click here to join the annual Alumnae NIB Ticket Challenge!
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CONGRATULATIONS BLUE STREAKS! |
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SOPHOMORE COLLEEN WEDEN WINS LOCAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP COMPETITION |
Colleen's simulated food truck operation earned her first place at Lake Erie College's annual Learn About Business (LAB) Competition, where she competed against 35 other students interested in entrepreneurship and business. She received a scholarship to the college as part of her prize!
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THREE BLUE STREAKS NAMED NATIONAL MERIT SEMINIFINALISTS |
We are proud to announce that Maya Daw, Lana Haddad, and Megan Miller have qualified as National Merit Semifinalists! As students in the top .5% of PSAT scorers in Ohio, they will have the opportunity to qualify for a National Merit Scholarship this Spring. Congratulations!
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SOPHOMORE CALISTA ZAJAC TAKES THIRD PLACE IN SHINING STAR CLE'S 2020 COMPETITION |
Calista placed third in this year's Shining Star CLE competition, which raises critical funds each year for Memory Care Services at Menorah Park in Beachwood. Click here to see Calista's award-winning performance! (You may remember her performance as Matilda last fall on the Magnificat stage!)
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STUDENTS EXPLORE ENGINEERING, FILM, DANCE, &
CULTURE IN NEW AND INNOVATIVE WAYS THIS YEAR
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Students in the Intro to Mechanical Engineering class offered by Motogo have adapted well to COVID-safe programming. Each student is taking apart and rebuilding their own vintage 1970s Honda CB 350 motorcycle engine in the converted Magnificat convent garage.
Here, Sarah Hastings '22 successfully removes the camshaft!
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FIRST MAGNIFICAT FILM FESTIVAL TO BE RELEASED THIS SEMESTER |
With the fall musical being moved to the spring, the Performing Arts department invited students to submit screenplay proposals to produce Magnificat's first-ever film festival. Three different student groups are working with faculty "producers" on three films that will be released this November or December. The project gives student actors, directors, and tech crews the opportunity to explore and deepen their production skills.
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DANCE 1 & 2 STUDENTS PREPARE FOR A SEMESTER OF CHOREOGRAPHY |
During the first month of the semester, Dance 1 & 2 focuses on conditioning, anatomy for dance, and the importance of stretching and use of breath. Students are able to participate either in-person or via live stream as they prepare as a group to learn different styles of choreography throughout the semester, beginning with Ballet this month. |
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SPANISH STUDENTS DRAW ENCOURAGEMENT FROM INFLUENTIAL LEADERS |
As part of the World Language & Cultures department's new unit on Wellness, Señora Hanicak's students chose a quote in Spanish that spoke to them personally and created artwork to explain how the words inspire them to live their lives each day. The art will decorate the World Language learning spaces as a source of inspiration throughout the year.
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PRAYER SERVICES AND RETREATS TAKE ON A NEW FORMAT |
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For both the Opening Prayer Service and the St. Francis of Assissi Season of Creation Prayer Service(first and third photos), Campus Ministry faculty and student leaders prerecorded prayers, readings, reflections, and music in order for our school community to participate together virtually during Advisory time.
Many Magnificat students traditionally participate in our Art, Nature, and Wellness Retreats during their junior or senior year. Since many of those retreats had to be cancelled last spring, Campus Ministry is running mini versions of these retreats throughout the year so students can take time away for prayer, reflection, and community-building.
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SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS ON AND OFF CAMPUS |
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On Saturday, September 26, 19 members of Students in Sustainability and Science faculty members Heidi Paul and Dagmar Kubasek volunteered for the Alliance for the Great Lakes Adopt-A-Beach program at Huntington Beach in Bay Village (first and second photos). Over just two hours, they collected 28 pounds of trash and 5 pounds of recycling!
Our Seeds of Service Club has been hard at work at work in the Hoop House harvesting end-of-summer and early-fall vegetables for Meals on Wheels and to be used by Chef Brant in the Magnificat kitchen (third photo)!
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Class of 2020 Adopted by Alumnae—A New
Magnificat Tradition is Born
Thank you to all alumnae who jumped at the opportunity to adopt our newest graduates. In just hours, more than 162 enthusiastic alumnae volunteered to provide small gifts, send a note of encouragement, and—most importantly—make themselves available to 2020 graduates as their first professional networking connection. All cards and gifts were mailed to graduates in September!
#magsproud #sisterhood
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Alumnae Ticket Challenge:
Let the Night-in-Blue Fun Begin
Our annual challenge to alumnae to help their class gain the highest percentage of participation in Night-in-Blue ticket purchases has begun! Each week, alumnae who purchase tickets will be randomly selected to win special prizes, and the winning class will not only have their class year on the Night-in-Blue flag, but will also be listed on the official 2021 Night-in-Blue sweatshirt. Click here for details and standings! The Classes of 1964 and 1973 have won all past challenges!
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Executive Functioning Series for Alumnae, Parents,
& Guardians
We will welcome certified life coach Melanie Murawski Shmois ’95 for the first of four presentations to explore core skills we can use for effective functioning. Subsequent topics are cognitive flexibility, time management, and organization. Details and registration for this free series will be available soon!
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9
NIB Ticket Drive-Through
From 5:30-7:30 p.m., the Alumnae Board will host a drive through for last minute NIB ticket purchases! Stay tuned for details. Expect special incentives and challenges!
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Holiday Cocktail Webinar
Plan to wear cocktail attire and learn to mix selected holiday beverages from a pro! Details and registration are coming soon!
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6
Night at the North Pole!
While we cannot host our family Christmas event in the same way this year, the show will go on! The Alumnae Board is finalizing plans to ensure that children get treat bags with Christmas crafts, you have an opportunity to capture a beautiful holiday photo for your Christmas cards, and much more! Details and registration will soon be available.
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Celebrate Reunion in 2021!
We look forward to TWO exciting weekends for alumnae! Class years ending in 0s, 1s, 5s and 6s will all celebrate milestone Reunions in 2021. Please see the dates below and save the date to reconnect with your classmates. If you would like to be involved in planning your Reunion, please email Maggie Mroz Lamb '84 at [email protected].
Saturday, June 5, 2021
Class Years Ending in 0s and 5s
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Class Years Ending in 1s and 6s and the Class of 1970
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THANKS TO ALL WHO JOINED US FOR SUNSET YOGA!
The weather was perfect on September 21 for the Alumnae Board’s latest Sunset Yoga event. Jackie Walsh ’08, owner of Hope Yoga in Fairview Park, led more than 30 alumnae and friends in some deep stretching and breathing on Karnatz Family Field. All of our guests left relaxed and revitalized with parting gifts, including a voucher for a free yoga class at Hope Yoga! The event raised $405 for the Angels-in-Blue fund, which provides Magnificat families with assistance for school-related expenses, such as uniforms and school lunches. We are thankful, too, for everyone’s cooperation with COVID-related precautions!
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INTRODUCING THE TRUE BLUE MONTHLY GIVING PROGRAM!
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We educate young women holistically to learn, lead,
and serve in the spirit of Mary's Magnificat.
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