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Wednesday Herald
May 10, 2023
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Health Update
During the time period of 5/3/23- 5/9/23, 1 community members tested positive for Covid.
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Penny Fair Out-of-Uniform Day
Students may be out of uniform on Friday, May 12 for Penny Fair. This is a tops-only out-of-uniform. Students must wear their uniform bottoms or the approved GA sweatpants/gym shorts.
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Last Day of School
Our last day of school is scheduled for Friday, May 26. Bus service will be available in the morning, but there will be no bus transportation for dismissal. All students must be picked up from school. We will conclude the school year at mass with the circle song. Mass begins at 9:00 a.m. After mass, students will return to their classrooms and all students will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m. Report cards, student awards, and IOWA results will be sent home on the final day.
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All Library Books are Due May 12th
The last day to check out books from the GA Library was Friday, May 5th, so all books should be returned the following week by Friday, May 12th.
Overdue notices will be sent out weekly until the end of the school year. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Leach at hleach@gaschool.org . No library books may be kept over the summer.
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Penny Fair is May 12th!
Penny Fair will be held on Friday, May 12th. Students in preschool to 8th grade will be attending to play games, win prizes and have fun with their classmates! It's a day all students look forward to each year!
For this event we are looking for volunteers to donate their time helping to monitor games, hand out prizes, and set-up/clean-up. This event runs on volunteer support!! We cannot do this without your help!
Volunteer Signup: https://tinyurl.com/GApfVol
If you cannot donate your time, please consider a monetary donation or donating some of the supplies needed for this event.
Supply Donations: https://tinyurl.com/GApfDonate
Monetary Donations: Guardian Angels PTA - Cheddar Up
****Cash and Check are accepted as well!
**** DONATIONS can be left in the school office with Melissa Boston. Please email megan.jones.schulte@gmail.com; bfesenmeier@gmail.com when they are dropped off!!
Reminder to parents with students in Grades Kindergarten and 1st grade - a parent or guardian is REQUIRED to attend this event and walk around with students for the duration of the event (10:30am-1:30pm)! Additional communications from your child's teacher will be sent out soon.
Questions? Reach out to Bridget Fesenmeier (bfesenmeier@gmail.com) & Megan Schulte (megan.jones.schulte@gmail.com)
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Celebrate with Us: 50th Anniversary Ordination Mass and Reception for Fr. King | |
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Book Swap in the Library May 15th-24th
It is hard to believe that we are already facing the end of the school year! To celebrate, we are having a “Book Swap” in the library May 15-24. Clean off those home bookshelves and bring in gently used books to trade for new books for summer. There is no limit on the number of books brought in, but please make sure they are appropriate for our school and in good condition. For every book brought in, students will receive a ticket to trade in for another book. Any leftover books will be donated. What a great way to “spring clean” and get some new books for summer reading!
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Circle of Grace
Before the end of this school year, students in grades KDG-8 will participate in the Circle of Grace program as part of their religion classes. This program is designed to educate students on proper Safe Environment/Protection of Children areas. Additional information on the program can be found through the Circle of Grace website. A parent letter can also be found here. If you do not wish for your child to participate in the program, please email Corey Stoops as soon as possible.
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St. Xavier High School Companion Scholars Program
The St. Xavier Companion Scholars Program is currently enrolling students for the summer session, which runs from June 12th - June 30th, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm daily. Companion Scholars is an academic enrichment program developed by St. Xavier High School for any high-achieving African American, Hispanic, multicultural, or low-income young men currently in the fifth or sixth grades from any Cincinnati area school.
The academically rigorous three-week summer program is designed in the following way: Mornings consist of four academic classes taught by St. Xavier faculty and other experienced teachers in the areas of math, science, reading, and writing. Afternoons consist of elective courses taught by St. Xavier young alumni and a Physical Education Class. The first two Fridays consist of educational off-campus field trips, and the final Friday concludes with a field day, family cookout and awards celebration.
The deadline of April 28th has been extended; however, parents/guardians and students are expected to attend one of the orientation sessions on Wednesday, May 10th, 5:00-7:00 pm or Saturday, May 20th, 9:00-11:00 am. Click here for additional information. Non-athletic camp funds are available through the State of Ohio. Click here for more information.
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Save the Date for Our Spring Fine Arts Fair | |
We are looking for volunteers to help set up the art fair on May 11th. If you are available to help during the day, please click here to sign up. | |
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8th Grade Events and Important Information
May looks to be a very exciting month for our 8th-grade angels here at GA!
Click here to see a spreadsheet listing all the events and important need-to-know information. Please contact Heather Seurkamp if you have any issues accessing this spreadsheet. Be sure to pay attention to the various links and signups.
As always, feel free to contact the school with any questions. We look forward to celebrating our 8th graders in their final weeks with us!
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Scholastic Book Fair was a Great Success
Everyone who visited our Spring Book Fair enjoyed a terrific selection of quality Scholastic books and literacy materials. Thank you to everyone who made purchases: you all helped purchase some fantastic books for our library! A special "thank you" goes out to our volunteers!
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School Supply Kits Available to Order for Next Year
School supply kits for kindergarten through 8th grade are now available to purchase for the coming year. It offers convenience for parents to have all of your child's needed items collected and ready for the start of the school year. The prepared kits are delivered to your home before classes begin. The deadline the order supply kits is Saturday, July 1st.
Participation in this program is not required. When ordering supply kits, or purchasing your own supplies, remember to use the list for the grade your child will be entering, NOT his/her current grade. All students entering 6th, 7th and 8th grade must have a Texas-Instruments TI-30Xa calculator, so please purchase one if needed.
Click here to order your child's supply kit. If parents would like to shop on their own, grade level supply lists can be found here.
Preschool families will get information from their teachers about their supplies.
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Kindergarten Screenings May 9th - May 11th
Kindergarten screenings will take place on Tuesday, May 9th through Thursday, May 11th. All incoming kindergarten students must complete a screening. During the assessment, your child will meet with both kindergarten teachers and the school psychologist. They will be screened on the letter names and sounds, numbers, social skills, and other basic kindergarten readiness skills. Screening sessions are approximately 45 minutes and parents do not need to stay for the entire session. To sign up for a screening timeslot, please click here.
Please ensure to have your child's current preschool/pre-k teacher complete this form and bring it to the screening.
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Volleyball Camp with the UC Bearcats D1 Players and Coaches | |
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Step Up Sunday
Are you interested in getting more involved at Guardian Angels? Do you feel called to do more to help the Church’s mission but can’t figure out where to start? Do you want to connect with fellow parishioners outside of Mass but aren’t sure how, when, or where to do it? Please join us in the Gathering Space immediately after the weekend Masses on May 20 and 21 for “Step-Up Sunday.” Representatives from several of GA’s parish service organizations (PSOs) will be on hand to tell you more about what their organization does and how you can be part of it. No commitments required—this is an informational event only and just a chance to meet fellow parishioners and to find a greater sense of belonging at Guardian Angels. See you there!
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Bid n Buy Registration is Live!
Registration is now open for the Bid-N-Buy auction! You can view the great offerings we have so far with more items being added daily. All GA school children whose parents have registered by June 1 on Qtego will receive an out-of-uniform day during the 2023-2024 school year (Mr. Stoops will choose the day). Please register here.
The following donations are still being accepted:
- Check out the Amazon wish list
- Lottery tickets in any amount.
- 3. Season tickets to local sports events. We are looking specifically for Bengals, UC, Ohio State, and Notre Dame.
- 4. Cash/check donation to the rectory. Please make your check out to Guardian Angels and mark your check as "Bid-N-Buy Donation."
Guardian Angels Church
6531 Beechmont Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45230
Tags are set up in the gathering space if you visit the church. Take one and return it with your donation. Don't forget to include your name so I know who to thank! Gift cards are needed for entertainment, restaurants, and shopping.
You will be able to bid on items starting Thursday, June 8 at 7 am until 8 pm on Sunday, June 11.
Last-minute donations will be accepted only until Wednesday, June 7.
Pick up of winning items will be Tuesday, June 13, and Wednesday, June 14 from 5-8 pm each day at the school entrance.
Thank you for your generosity!
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Camp GAudeo Registration is Open!
Registration for Camp Gaudeo 2023 (June 26-30 and July 10-14) has officially opened! If you have or know a child currently in grades 4-7, then go to the Camp Gaudeo page on the Guardian Angels website to find promotional materials and registration. There are 30 spots per grade for Week A (June) and 15 per grade for Week B (July), and they will go fast!
If you currently have or know a student in grades 8-12, have them apply to be a student counselor. There are 55 possible service hours for each week, and they will get to attend the afternoon activities for free!
Also, keep in mind we're always needing adult volunteers at a variety of involvement levels. See this link to register as an adult volunteer.
This year, there are multiple ways for a camper to possibly come to camp for free! They include:
· Requesting Full or Partial Youth Ministry Scholarships
· First Month Raffle (Registration Completed by March 1st)
· Design Contest
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Bible Camp
Food Truck Party VBS invites children of all ages to get on a roll with God as a parade of Food Trucks rolls into their neighborhood for the summer's biggest party!
Children are invited to pray as Jesus teaches us in Matthew 6:11; "Give us this day our daily bread." These words serve as a reminder that everything we have comes from God — and that it's by turning to God in prayer that all of our daily needs are met.
GA’s Bible Camp runs from Monday, June 19 through Thursday, June 22 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
Click here for more information.
We are also in need of incoming 7th grade, 8th grade and high school volunteers. Contact Mrs. Froehlich to volunteer.
kfroehlich@gaparish.org/ 513-624-3146
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Weekly Guardian Angels Mass Schedule
Monday through Friday: 7:30am
Saturday: 3:30pm (Vigil Mass for Sunday)
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am
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Young Men's Faith and Fellowship
When: 1st and 3rd Monday every month from 8:00-9:00pm
Where: Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Room B in the undercroft or by zoom
Age: 20s - 40s
Join together in brotherhood with other men to grow in virtue and faith. Each session combines the best research from science with the teaching of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of a man fully alive and capable of transforming himself, his family, and greater society. Contact the group at mensfaith@gaparish.org for more information or to join via Zoom.
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Young Women's Faith and Fellowship
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday every month from 8:00-9:00 pm. Upcoming dates are May 10, May 24, June 14, June 28, July 12, July 26, August 9, and August 23.
Where: Guardian Angels Church in Room B in the undercroft
Age: 20s - 40s
Join together with other women to expand your Catholic faith and build meaningful relationships as we dive into various faith studies from the Blessed is She, Rooted devotional. No prior knowledge or materials needed; come as you are! Contact the group at womensfaith@gaparish.org for more information.
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Fathers Team
Each Friday, Fathers Team will be meeting for Fathers Team "Lite” which consists of review and discussion of the upcoming Sunday's scripture readings. All GA fathers are invited to join in person in the Undercroft (Conference Room B), or by Zoom, this Friday at 6:05 a.m. Contact us at GAfathersteam@gmail.com for the zoom information, or to get on the GA Fathers Team email distribution.
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Cheerleading Registration and New Coaches Welcome!
Cheerleading registration is currently open for students who will be in grades K-4 for the 23-24 school year. Please visit the boosters' website for more information.
Please welcome our new cheerleading coaches, Amanda Davis and Courtney Stenger! Practices information and important dates to come.
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Annual Golf Outing is May 26th
The Athletic Boosters Annual Golf Outing is Friday, May 26th at the California Golf Course! Registration begins at 9:15 am, with a shotgun start at 10:30 am. All proceeds benefit the Guardian Angels youth sports programs! Click here for the flyer with more details.
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SOCCER FOR FALL 2023: CO-ED (PRE-K & K) & SAY East Girls and Boys 1st-8th Grade
Guardian Angels Boosters are excited the opening of registration for our Co-ed & GA Fall Girls and Boys Soccer program, starting September through the end of October.
We continue to offer two leagues based on age and skill level.
Guardian Angels CO-ED Soccer: For our Pre-K and Kindergarten players we offer our own Guardian Angels Co-Ed league, where practice and a game are held during the same hour on Friday nights on our GA field. It is an instructional league and best serves those new and still learning the game.
SAY East Guardian Angels Soccer: Open to 1st - 8th grade students.
The SAY Divisions are based on a player’s age as of July 31 in the current year, not the grade. Passers (age 6-7), Wings (age 8-9), The Strikers (age 10-11), and Kickers (age 12-13).
The Fall Season runs from September through the end of October (11 games). Based on the number of players, teams are formed by “Blind Draw” procedures balancing the number of players by age and number on each team. Time commitment will be 1 to 2 practices a week (younger grades 1 practice, older grades potentially 2 practices) held at Guardian Angels during the week, with games on Saturdays (Typically mornings and early afternoons) and Sundays (early and later afternoon).
Players will need shoes, shin guards, and are encouraged to bring water and their own soccer ball. If interested, please sign your son or daughter up on our Guardian Angels registration site. Registration closes July 31st . Sign up NOW to ensure a spot on a roster. See you in the Fall!
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Volleyball Registration and Evaluation Information
Registration is now open for Girls Fall Volleyball for grades 3-8. Please register your daughter and have her come to the evaluation for the grade level she will be entering in the 2023-2024 school year. Example: Current 5th graders would attend the 6th grade evaluation. Go to the Boosters' website to register. Registration remains open until May 18th.
Evaluations
6th-8th Grade: If your daughter is interested in trying out for a competitive team (usually A & B teams are considered competitive), she must attend two evaluations. If your daughter would like to play on a rec team, please indicate that via email or text to Chrissy Waleskowski cdwaleskowski@gmail.com or 513.545.4821 and she will not need to go through the evaluation process if she doesn't want.
3rd-5th Grade: We only have one evaluation for your daughter in order to divide the teams evenly.
Important Dates:
6th-8th Grade:
- Thursday, May 18th in the PC
- 7th Grade: 5:30-6:45 p.m.
- 6th Grade: 6:45-8 p.m.
- 8th Grade: 8-9:15 p.m.
- Friday, May 19th in the PC
- 7th Grade: 4-5 p.m.
- 6th Grade: 5-6 p.m.
- 8th Grade: 6-7 p.m.
3rd-5th Grade:
- Monday, May 22nd in the PC
- 3rd Grade: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
- 4th Grade: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
- 5th Grade: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Please contact Chrissy Waleskowski with any questions.
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Guardian Angels Football Registration Open!
The Guardian Angels (GA) Football Program Welcomes ALL active parishioners, CCD, school students of GA in grades K-8th grade to the 2023 football season. Join the GCYL, the largest and best youth football league in southwest Ohio.
Register here!
You do not have to pay until the fall! When registering, enter the grade your child will be in for the 2023-2024 school year.
Bandit: K-2nd Grade
Pony: 3rd & 4th Grade
Reserve: 5th & 6th Grade
Varsity: 7th & 8th Grade
Important Dates:
Conditioning Begins (optional): July 10th
Practice Begins (all levels): July 27th
Angel Bowl: August 19th
League Games Begin: August 26th/27th
Playoffs Begin/Bandit Bowl: October 21st/22nd
Championship Games: November 4th/5th
We follow USA Football's coaches training and player safety guidelines with coaches certified at all levels. Coaches are trained and certified in Concussion Awareness, Lindsay's Law practices, and SafeParish. Player Safety is our #1 concern. Coaches teach the appropriate fundamentals at each level which help our players become better prepared and skilled in the sport of football.
For any questions, concerns, or interest in coaching, contact Tim Trucco.
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School Masses
You can find a full schedule of school Masses on the calendar in Rediker. We will be livestreaming all of the All School Masses through GA’s YouTube channel.
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Lunchroom News
Kaldi's offers a daily hot lunch option for our students. All meals must be pre-ordered before 8:00 a.m. the day of service through the EZ-Parent website. Students have the option to buy additional items during lunch, as long as they have an account with a positive balance. To set up a new account, or manage an existing account, click here.
Click here for important tips when ordering. For questions regarding the program, email Kaldi's at ga@kaldiscatering.com. The menu is available on the school website.
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Cafeteria Volunteers Needed
We are always in need of helpful hands to keep an eye on our students in grades K-8 during lunch. Please consider sharing a small part of your day to assist. All volunteers must be SafeParish trained and up to date on ongoing bulletins. If you are interested, please sign up here.
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Cookie Ministry
Guardian Angels School Cookie Ministry teams up with the Parish Peanut Butter group to feed families in need. The Peanut Butter group makes 1,500 peanut butter and bologna sandwiches. GA students donate cookies. St. Francis Seraph Church in Over-the-Rhine gives the food to families in need.
Students are asked to bring in two dozen cookies, brownies, or rice krispie bars on their classroom's designated day. Treats need to be bagged, with two treats per bag. Donations of juice boxes and prepackaged snacks are also needed. All 7th grade classes are responsible for the next donation on Monday, May 15th. A complete schedule for the school year is attached.
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Attendance Line
If your child will be absent or late to school, please call the main school office by 8:00 a.m. each morning. All parents needing to report their child absent or late to school should call our Office Assistant, Melissa Boston, using the main school phone number (513) 624-3141.
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Box Tops For Education
The Guardian Angels PTA collects Box Tops and uses the funds earned to purchase indoor recess games and outdoor recess equipment. Box Tops is now on a digital platform. To participate, you’ll need to download the Box Tops App and scan your grocery receipt within 14 days of purchase. You’ll find more information here.
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Kroger Community Rewards
Have you signed up for Kroger Community Rewards and designated GA as your beneficiary? The more families who register, the more money our school receives through the program. Kroger Community Rewards offers a great way for you to support our school's technology fund and you don't have to spend a penny. You can search for GA or use our NPO number, 80200. The amount Guardian Angels receives depends on the points our supporters rack up while grocery shopping.
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Bulletin Advertising Available
Our bulletin publisher is looking for new advertisers and sponsors. Thanks to our sponsors, the bulletin is published weekly at no cost to our parish. Please consider purchasing an ad. Your ad and participation make the bulletin successful, and you attract customers! If interested, please email Sherry Montel or call/text her at 614-301-7444.
Advertisements and sponsorships can be purchased for a business, family, charity, in Honor or in Memory of a Loved One, or to support the church or a community service organization, such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters. We appreciate your support.
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St. Ursula Academy
Summer Camps at St. Ursula Academy
There is something for everyone this summer at Saint Ursula Academy! Registration is now open for Saint Ursula Summer Academy and Athletic Camps. Does your daughter dream of baking and decorating cookies? Is she a natural-born leader, driven to make the world a better place? Would she prefer to be tossing a ball or playing a guitar? Does she dream of being on stage? Or would she rather spend the day "Writing Away?" Does she look to her future and know that she will be a famous researcher, scientist, or computer programmer? Whatever topics captivate 2nd-8th grade girls, they are sure to be a part of one of our Summer Academy or Athletic Camps! To see full descriptions, or to register, click here.
SUA Girls' Night May 5th
We have planned several fun activities to help you get acquainted with Saint Ursula Academy. Play games, win prizes, meet girls from around the city and MORE! This FREE event is open to current 6th and 7th grade girls. Dinner will be provided. Parents are invited to a Q&A session from 5:15-6:00pm with optional tours from 6:00-6:30pm. We hope to see you on May 5. It's going to be a PAWesome night! To register, click here.
Xavier Summer Reading Enrichment Program
Sign up for the Xaiver Summer Reading Enrichment program. Programs are taught by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development. All programs meet once each week and are available for students entering kindergarten through the college prep level. For more information, click here.
McNick Summer Camp Opportunities
Find your way to McNicholas High School this summer for fun, exploration, and creativity through our athletic, academic, and just-for-fun camps. Preregistration is required by the Wednesday prior to the start of camp. Click here to register and for more information.
Xavier Summer Camp Opportunities
This summer St. Xavier is excited to offer a variety of summer camps where current and prospective students, as well as boys and girls in grade school, will meet new friends, explore the St. Xavier campus, and experience the core tenets of a Jesuit education. Through hands-on, community-based activities, St. Xavier’s teachers and coaches promote fun summer experiences filled with learning opportunities. Minecraft, filmmaking, guitar, acting, makers space, and a variety of sports camps are offered.
Class of 2028: St. Xavier is offering the first-ever Summer Enrichment Program! Through a mix of academic, cultural, social, and athletic activities, the SEP provides an excellent opportunity for students to become acquainted with life at St. X. Students will make a film, break out of an escape room, and build and race a soap box derby car. Register your son today for a fun-filled summer of meeting future classmates and having fun! This program is offered to rising 8th-grade boys only. Register here.
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