Ursuline Academy Newsletter | Dec. 2022
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Dear Ursuline,
What a joyous time of year! The spirit of this Advent season has been so very present in our community in recent weeks. As we await the good news in the birth of our Savior, I reflect on the words we have heard with each passing week: Hope, Peace, and Joy.
This semester began with great hopes for our students, that they achieve their academic goals, develop their unique interests and passions, and grow in sisterhood. From Community days, and Spirit week, to athletics, National Honor Society Induction, reunions and Open House, I know I’m not the only one who felt the excitement of all that happens here each and every day.
As we wrap up this semester and prepare for some much-deserved relaxation and time with loved ones, it is also a time for peace and reflection on the year’s blessings. The Ursuline community came together in so many ways in recent weeks - supporting our mission on Giving Tuesday, packing over 50,000 meal kits for families in Haiti, and collecting over 500 toys for Whole Kids Outreach - I’m inspired by how our students, parents, alumnae, co-workers and friends have shown the peace of Christ to others and continue to live out our value of Serviam.
And finally, with this season of Advent has come much joy. We celebrate the individual successes and those we share. We enjoy the unique gifts of each one among us and their presence in this community. And we are rich with camaraderie!
Together, we look forward to upcoming year’s events - our annual Trivia Night, UA Soiree Auction, welcoming the class of 2027, and much more - with great anticipation. My hope is that you find peace in this Christmas holiday and together with family, share in the joys of the season. See you in 2023!
Season's Blessings,
Peggy Slater - President
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Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Community Events
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Help raise funds for tuition assistance for Ursuline students & Join us for Ursuline's Annual Trivia Night, Q&A at UA! on Saturday, Feb. 4!
- $200 Per Table of 8 before Jan. 20, 2023
- $240 Per Table after Jan 20, 2023 or until the event is sold out.
- VIP tables available for $280 Per Table before Jan. 20, 2023 or $320 after Jan. 20, 2023 or until sold out. Beer, wine, soda and dessert bar included.
- Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. - Questions start at 7:00 p.m. There will be raffle prizes, games and a 50/50 drawing!
Hosted by the Ursuline Academy Alumnae Association.
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Save the date and plan to join us for a night of Dining, Drinks & Donating at our annual auction!
The Annual Auction is Ursuline's most important fundraising event of the school year. All proceeds benefit the Ursuline Fund, the highest needs of the school, and directly impact our Ursuline students. As we are inspired by St. Angela and her devotion to the education of young women for Christian living and leadership, we look at this time and this auction as our opportunity to support her legacy. It is our hope you join us in showing your support and continuing St. Angela’s mission!
Be sure to visit our webpage for updates and all the ways you can support the UA Soirée Auction!
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An Invitation from the Ursuline Academy Board of Trustees
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In January, the Board of Trustees will begin the process of recruiting new members to the Board and its committees. All members of the Ursuline Academy community will be invited to nominate individuals who demonstrate the needed expertise and a commitment to serving our Bears. At that time we will also communicate the expectations tied to these important roles, committee descriptions, specific criteria for membership and the process for recruitment and nomination, which will be completed by April 2023.
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For now, please begin thinking of anyone that you know - including yourself! - who may be interested. If you have questions in the meantime, feel free to contact
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Looking Ahead - Spring Semester
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Current Student Retreat Week
Jan. 3-7th
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UAClassof2027 Acceptance Day
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Ursuline STL
International Serviam Day
Jan. 28th
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Q&A at UA Annual Trivia Night
Feb. 4th
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Father-Daughter Dance
Feb. 11th
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"Without doubt you will see marvellous things."
- Saint Angela Merici
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With only a couple weeks left of 2022, we hope you will consider Ursuline Academy in your end-of-year giving. Your gift this year allows us to continue to make an Ursuline education possible for our students now, and in the years to come.
If you haven't yet, please consider being a part of our new year, and all the exciting things to come in 2023!
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