REGAL WEEKLY
March 22 - March 28
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IN THIS ISSUE
Centerwide
New Regal TV
Final Regina Fish Fry Tonight
Financial Aid Applications
Kingery Award Nominations
Foundation Scholarships Deadline
Regal Rewards Positions
Regina Open Staff Positions
Open Coaching Positions
Summer Camp Registration
Booster Spring Volunteers Needed
Booster Basketball Slam Fundraiser
Innovation In Education Nominations
School Level Updates
Early Childhood Center
Elementary
Jr/Sr High
Looking Ahead
Calendar of Events
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Lunch Menu
Monday March 18 - Pepperoni French Bread Pizza, Green Beans, Fruit
Tuesday March 19 - Chicken Fajita with Peppers & Onions, Refried Beans & Cheese, Fruit
Wednesday March 20 - Hamburger, WG Bun, Sweet Potato Puffs, Fruit
Thursday March 21 - Chicken & Waffles, Tri Tater Patty, 100% Juice Cup
Friday March 22 - No Lunch (Good Friday early dismissal).
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Weekly Rosary
Come join us each Wednesday morning at 7:30 AM in the Regina Chapel or online to pray the rosary. Click HERE for the Google Meet Link.
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Regina Families,
Our words have power. We talk to children about speaking nicely of others. After last night’s elementary music concert, the air was filled with compliments and praise. This week I had the privilege of interviewing teaching candidates. During these interviews they have shared their excitement about wanting to teach at Regina because of what they had heard from a parent or a teacher here.
Words have power. What a positive and joyful impact words of encouragement have on our community. And, to be frank, when they are words that tear down it hurts, it’s disheartening and it’s simply not kind. Whether it is in the parking lot or in the bleachers, let’s be intentional about what we say. When we don’t know, let’s ask instead of filling in the gaps or making assumptions. When we disagree, let’s take a moment to consider the big picture. When we know we are right, allow for the possibility there may be another version to the story. When it’s about someone who is not in the room, maybe it simply does not need to be said. When you disagree with a coaching or officiating decision from the bleachers, let’s remember what example we set by how we react.
There is much good in our community and the world that needs to be noticed. Let’s praise from the rooftops, everyone will benefit. But when there is concern, let’s address it directly and quietly so we can help each other grow. As we continue our journey during Lent, what an opportune time to reflect on our words. To make sure that we build up but never tear down.
Regina Registration for 2024-25
Thank you for your ongoing patience as we continue to wait for the registration software to be finalized. Know that no additional information has gone out to families at this time. We will continue to update families weekly until it becomes available.
In Christ,
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NEW
REGAL TV
Regina High School Activities Fans,
We're thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to your viewing experience! The Regina Activities Network (RAN) is undergoing a transformation and will now be known as Regal TV! This new platform provides you with an even better viewing experience and allows you to catch all the action from your favorite activities.
Starting April 1st, Regal TV will be hosted on a platform called "Hudl TV". This new platform will ensure smoother streaming and easier access for all our devoted fans to watch highlights, view scores, and much more. There's no logging in, or profile creation necessary. Just click and watch!
Also - there is a Hudl Fan App you can download to view the events on your Smart TV or devices!
What does all of this mean for the Regal fan? Our Regina YouTube page will remain active, but all new live-streaming will be on the new site. Be sure to bookmark the link below, because Regal TV is about to become your go-to destination for viewing Regina Activities remotely. GO REGALS!
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/iowa-city/organization/1537/regina-high-school
Questions?
Please contact Activities Director, Taylor Hotek at taylor.hotek@regina.org.
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REMINDER
Final Booster Club Fish Fry TONIGHT!!
Come to the Regina Cafeteria between 5:00 - 7:00 pm for the final Fish Fry of the season! Dine In AND Carry Out options are both available.
Orders for carry out start at 4:30 pm - you can call 319-338-5436 to place an order.
Also if you ordered your own 3 lb box of breaded shrimp be sure to pick up your order tonight!
**Reminder that Rochester Avenue does have a detour currently and you may want to come in on the 1st Avenue side or just be aware that if you choose the Rochester route you will have to go through the detour.
Please see the attached graphic for menu options and pricing.
Questions?
Please contact Betsy Hoffmanreginaboosters.presidentelect@regina.org.
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NEW
Financial Aid Applications - Being Accepted Now (deadline April 15)
Families interested in applying for financial aid for the 2024-25 school year need to fill out the STO Financial Aid Form.
Click HERE for the 2024-25 Application Form (English)
Click HERE for the 2024-25 Application Form (Spanish).
This form and a copy of your 2023 federal income tax return (Form 1040 pages 1 and 2) need to be returned to the business office of Regina Catholic Education Center by April 15, 2024, with no exceptions. Please remember to get these forms completed and turned into the business office by the deadline date.
Questions can be directed to Michelle Winders by phone at 319.499.9020 or by email at michelle.winders@regina.org.
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REGINA FOUNDATION INFORMATION
NEW
Kingery Character Endowment Award
Nominate a favorite Regina teacher, coach, or staff member who goes “above and beyond” for the Kingery Character Endowment Award. The recipient will receive $250 to be used in his/her
classroom or program at Regina.
CLICK HERE to complete an online nomination form by April 30.
Below is a list of past Kingery Character Award recipients.
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2023 – Barbara Meyer
2022 – Phil Arendt
2021 – Jess Pizana
2020 – Diane Platte
2019 – Marlene Frantz
2018 – Lisa Rummelhart
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2017 – Julie Rhomberg
2016 – Michelle Harney
2015 – Kris Rutt
2014 – Julie Lacina
2013 – Marv Cook
2012 – Steph Foley
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2011 – Barb Reilly
2010 - Cynthia Hames
2009 – John Demory
2008 – Doug Vollstedt
2007 – Glenn Plummer
2006 – Kim Haverkamp
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REMINDER
Regina Foundation Scholarships
Deadline Approaching
Applications for new and returning students are due by APRIL 1. This is different from the usual April 15 deadline.
Applications for college-bound graduation seniors are due by APRIL 15.
Students and their families may view criteria and apply for scholarships online at regina.org/foundation. Scholarships will be awarded in May.
Questions? Contact the Regina Foundation at foundation@regina.org or 319-354-5866.
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Regal Rewards
Is looking ahead to fill some volunteer positions that will be open for next school year. If you are interested in a way to contribute to Regina or fulfill school stewardship hours check out the opportunities below.
Open Volunteer Positions Include:
1) Volunteer Coordinator - available to start training immediately
2) Program Coordinator - available to start training spring or fall 2024
Vendor Update
K&Q Nails will no longer be participating in Regal Rewards effective immediately as they have sold their salon.
Questions? For more information contact Michelle or Wendy at regalrewards@regina.org.
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Regina Job Openings
We currently have job openings at Regina. They include:
- 7-12 School Counselor
- 5-12 Orchestra Director
- Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Please share with anyone you know who may be interested in applying and working at Regina!
Visit www.regina.org/careers for more information on each position.
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Regina Summer Camp Registration
Summer Camp registration is now open! A variety of summer athletic and activity camps will once again be offered throughout the summer at Regina.
Registrations for summer camps are now going through BOUND. Click HERE to view available camps, then register and pay online.
Check back frequently as not all camps are added at this time and more will be added to this same link as the information becomes available.
Questions? Contact Carolyn Sueppel in the Activities office at carolyn.sueppel@regina.org.
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Booster Club Volunteers Needed
Spring Activities have started, and the Booster Club needs your help to make this season a success!
Please sign up for concessions or ticket taking volunteer positions at the Sign Up Genius link: HERE
Questions? Please contact Hilary Wilken at concessions@regina.org.
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Regina Athletic Booster Club
Basketball Slam Fundraiser
Now that the tournament brackets are set and games are tipping off, remember to purchase your chance to win up to $250 and support the Regina Athletic Booster Club!
The Booster Club is selling Basketball Slam tickets. This fundraiser follows The March Madness Tournament. You’ll receive 4 different teams under a scratch off on your ticket. If your 4 teams score the most or least points after the tournament is over, you win a cash prize!
Total prizes being given away by Regina Athletic Booster Club are $500! You can support by clicking on the ticket image, then create a simple account, or login to your existing account if you have purchased before. Cards are $20 each. Buy two, get one free! Orders will be emailed to you (virtual scratch ticket) and there’s nothing else you have to do to win! Paper tickets will also be sold at the Regina Fish Frys starting February 16th!
Order Online Now! The last day to order online is April 1st, 2024. Thank you for your continued support of the Regina Athletic Booster Club!
Questions? Contact John Crane at john@jtcrane.com.
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REMINDER
Innovation in Education Awards Nominations
The Iowa City area business community invites you to nominate an outstanding person or program for special recognition at the Innovation in Education awards event. Thank someone for going the extra mile in your K-12 education experience!
Nominate: Nominate an outstanding teacher, student, faculty & staff member, program, or organization that deserves an award for their innovative and collaborative work in Johnson County’s K-12 education. Make a nomination through the online nomination form. Nomination Deadline: March 29th at 5pm
Celebrate: Mark your calendar or register for Wednesday, April 24th at The Englert Theatre to see the award presentation and recognize outstanding educators, students, and programs. This event is free and open to the public! Doors open at 5:30pm.
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REGINA EARLY
CHILDHOOD CENTER
NEW
Welcome back! We had a great week welcoming our ECC students back to school. We hope you and your family had a wonderful Spring Break full of sunshine, family time, and a little rest.
For our creative curriculum this week we learned about Simple Machines! Our students discovered and tested various simple machines in the classroom. For a fun addition of experiential learning, we tested if Ron the Amarilldo would make his way down a ramp safely. He was a huge hit! To dig deeper, we learned about safety when it comes to using simple machines and how helpful they can be.
Classroom Highlights:
- The Eagles classroom made a St.Patrick’s craft with rolling marbles!
- Our Lambs classroom created their own colorful paper robots and were outdoor helpers with some playground sand sweeping.
- Before Spring Break our Lions classroom earned a classroom goal. For earning this goal they were able to have Show and Tell this week.
- On March 22nd our Dove’s classroom celebrated their number of the week, 22! Of course, it's a very popular number, have you heard of Caitlin Clark? They wore black and gold, and completed activities related to 22!
Next Week: Our students will be concluding their simple machine unit while simultaneously speaking about Easter. We will be making creative Easter crafts during the week to celebrate the upcoming Holiday! Thank you for your kind support, our ECC team is sending you well wishes for a great weekend ahead!
Important ECC Dates in March
March 29th: Good Friday - Center Dismissal at 12pm
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REMINDER
Summer Camp
Our summer camp will be 9 weeks long and feature weekly themes. Each week will include a field trip and a splash pad visit. Our days will be filled with music, arts and crafts, STEAM activities, field trips, guest visitors, as well as lots of outdoor play and exploration, and much more!
Your family will have the opportunity to sign up for the entire summer or select a la carte weekly sessions. More detailed information regarding weekly themes and field trips will be announced in April. At that time, families will be able to select a la carte camp weeks. All program registration must be completed by May 1, 2024. Complete registration includes the Registration Form, $100 registration fee, and a $15 t-shirt fee.
Questions? Please contact the Early Childhood Center Director, Michala Cox at michala.cox@regina.org or Asst. Director Abbe Altman at abbe.altman@regina.org.
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REGINA
ELEMENTARY
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REGALS of the Week
March 18 - 22
Kindergarten:
Olivia Allan, Emma Domsic, Eloise Pechous
First Grade:
Max Bankston, Evelyn Leagjeld, Evie Luinstra
Second Grade:
Naomi Agbemadji, Graeme Butler, Luke Dolezal
Third Grade:
Genevieve Kees, Chale Li (not pictured), Charlie Rowlette
Fourth Grade:
Brody Barry, Scarlett Gavin, Alice Struve
Fifth Grade: Emma Chipara, Ryan Henkenius, Cece Klitgaard
Sixth Grade: Andrew Hinckley, Mikey Hoffman,Vincent Waikel
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NEW
Spring Music Concert 3rd - 5th Grades
Regina Elementary 3rd - 5th grade had a cheerful and entertaining Spring Vocal Music Concert last night! It was a great way to come back from Spring Break as they sang about Walking on the Beach, Loving the Planet, and Life on the Sea. Thank you to elementary music teacher Ms. Sydney Walker for teaching and preparing our students how to perform and enjoy music!
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Golden Shoe Award
Congratulations to Mrs. Ochoa's 2nd grade class for earning the Golden Shoe Award!
The Golden Shoe is a recognition awarded to any Regina Elementary class that has earned a Class Crown card from each Specials Class. This includes Music, Physical Education, Art, Library, Guidance and Computers. Classes earn the Class Crown card by demonstrating the R.E.G.A.L Way characteristics of Reliability, Effort, Gratitude, Attitude and Leadership.
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Home & School Childcare Volunteers
Home & School is in need some volunteers to help out with childcare for their May 2nd meeting at 6:30 pm.
High School students are invited to assist with this volunteer opportunity and earn Silver Cord hours!
Click HERE to sign up.
Questions? Contact Ashley Campbell at ashley.fehlman@gmail.com
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REGINA
JR/SR HIGH
JH/HS Weekly Schedule
NEW
Regina had a group of high school girls attend the annual Young Women in Leadership Conference on March 6th in Cedar Falls. They were able to spend the day on the University of Northern Iowa campus learning how to be a strong and effective leader at any age.
Participants included freshman and sophomores:
front row: Melanie Kirk, Rachel Nugent, Kennedy Dardis, Savannah Dickey
back row: Nora Wilhelm, Nora Wade, Abby Tierney and Yuchen Sarah Gong with the UNI Panther.
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2024 Italy Trip
Over spring break 63 Regina HS students, 11 staff, 46 family members and 2 parish partners (Fr. Chuck Adam and Deacon Joe Welter) traveled to Italy together for the Regina Italy trip that is organized by the school every other year.
The group visited Rome, Vatican City, Assisi, Florence, Pisa and Sienna. Significant places and things they were able to see and experience included: The Roman Colosseum and Forum, Papal audience, the Four Holy Doors (St. Peter's Basilica, Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, and the Basilica of St. Mary Major), the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain and the catacombs. Also St. Francis Basilica, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the statue of David, the Ponte Vecchio bridge, the Duomo the Piazza del Campo and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
They ate lots of pizza, pasta, pastries and gelato. Lots of gelato!! Highlights were Mass said by Fr. Adam with Deacon Welter and Alumnus Fr. Michael Rossman '03 on the first night of the trip at Santa Maria Trastevere in Rome, and Mass held on the rooftop terrace at their hotel near the Rome airport on the last night of the trip.
What a wonderful experience for our Regina students, families, and staff to take part in and create memories that will last a lifetime! You can view the Instagram account (italyregals24) created for the trip and look in the highlights for more videos and photos!
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REMINDER
2024-25 Student Ambassador Applications
Student Ambassador Applications for the 24-25 school year are now being accepted. Deadline to apply is March 29, 2024.
Students selected to be ambassadors need to be able to attend one meeting a month (generally held before school), complete at least three service projects and be a student in good academic standing.
Please click HERE to complete the online application if you are interested in getting involved. Application must be filled out by the student.
Questions? Please reach out to Pam Schowalter at pam.schowalter@regina.org.
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