Weekly Newsletter – Friday, May 11, 2012
A LEGEND RETIRES - JOIN US TO SAY THANKS, GREAT JOB AND HAPPY RETIREMENT TO MARILYN MILES -- FRIDAY, MAY 18
Say it ain’t so!! But it is.
Roncalli High School English teacher extraordinaire, Marilyn Miles, will be retiring from teaching at the conclusion of this school year. This marks the end of an illustrious career in the classroom that spans 52 years of teaching; the first two years at Bennett High School (Catholic high school in her hometown of Marion, Indiana; 34 years at Emmerich Manual High School and the last 16 years at Roncalli High School.
Countless students from multiple generations revered Marilyn for the great instruction they received from her as well as for the personal interest she took in their lives and their development as young people! So many of her students and former students were the recipients of one of those personalized notes from Marilyn acknowledging some good work they had done!! Even as she moved through her 52nd year of teaching this year, she remained one of the most vibrant, energetic teachers on the faculty.
The entire public, but most especially those whose lives she touched at Emmerich Manual and Roncalli High School, are invited to a reception in her honor on Friday, May 18, from 3:15 – 5:30 PM in the RHS Media Center. Punch and cookies will be served.
RECORD NUMBER OF PERFECT REBELS - 9 PERFECT SCORES ON THE LATEST ACT TEST
We had a record number of perfect scores earned by our students in the latest offering of the ACT test. Seven different Rebel juniors registered nine different perfect scores on this nationwide college admissions test. Congratulations to the following juniors who now join the “Perfect Rebels” club:
- Cori Allen – English
- Brett Bennett - Reading
- Amanda Grahn – Reading
- David Page – Math and Reading
- Ben Shilson – Math
- Andrew Stallings – English and Reading
- Joey Wolf – Reading
      
Wow – great job Rebel Scholars!
REBEL SOPHOMORE THOMAS MYERS SELECTED FOR FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY
 Congratulations to Rebel sophomore Thomas Myers who has been chosen to attend the 2012 FBI National Academy Youth Leadership Conference in Quantico, VA. There is one representative selected from the state of Indiana so this is quite an honor for Thomas and Roncalli! Thomas will participate in an eight day leadership series and physical fitness regimen which includes a 4.25 mile “Yellow Brick Road” obstacle course! Proud of you Thomas – good luck!!
SENIORS JARRET CLARK & TAYLOR JOHNSON EARN STUDENT OF THE YEAR HONORS AT CENTRAL NINE
We are proud to announce that RHS seniors Jarret Clark and Taylor Johnson were honored last week with Student of the Year Honors at the Central Nine Vocational School Honors Banquet. Jarret was the Student of the Year for Emergency Medical Services. Taylor was Student of the Year in Medical Assisting. Great job Taylor and Jarret!
 
SENIOR MASS CELEBRATED THIS THURSDAY
The traditional Senior Mass, which marks the final time our seniors will participate in an All School liturgy at Roncalli, will be held this coming Thursday, May 17, at 8:30 AM in the Family Room. Following the senior mass the seniors will move through a practice for Baccalaureate and Graduation and then be dismissed for the day. They should be dismissed at approximately noon. The west student parking will be kept open for guests to use.
JUNIOR DAY OF INFORMATION – NEXT THURSDAY; EARLY DISMISSAL FOR THEM
Following the senior mass next Thursday we will hold what has become a Junior Day of Information at which time we walk the juniors through a great deal of information that they will need as they begin preparing for their senior year. Following this morning of information, the juniors will be dismissed for the day. Their dismissal should come at approximately noon.
GRADUATION TICKETS & HANDICAPPED SEATING
On Thursday of this week during all lunch periods seniors were able to pick up their “inclement weather” graduation tickets. Each senior received two floor seats for the family room, four bleacher seats, and two auditorium seats for the video simulcast. A reminder that graduation is scheduled for the stadium but if the weather prevents this, we will be in the family room and tickets will be required.
Additionally, if your family is in need of handicapped seating for graduation, whether it is indoors or out of doors, please contact Mrs. Mary Sheets (msheets@roncallihs.org or 787-8277 ext. 232) in the guidance area as soon as possible. A written or emailed message should include the disability and any special circumstances related to the health issue. The handicapped seating must be included in the eight tickets provided to each senior.
EXAM SCHEDULE & END OF YEAR SCHEDULE (DON’T FORGET THAT MAKE UP DATE)
Second semester exams will be administered on May 22-25 with the final day of school being Friday, May 25. The second semester exam schedule may be accessed by clicking here.
A reminder that the school calendar indicated that May 24 would be our final day of school but per Bishop Coyne’s request we cancelled school on Friday, November 18 so that students could attend the National Catholic Youth Conference which was being held in Indianapolis. That missed day of school is now being made up on Friday, May 25.
CHORAL/THEATER BANQUET - MONDAY, MAY 14, 6:30 (CAFETERIA)
The 2012 Choral/Theater Banquet will be held on May 14 at 6:30 PM in the cafeteria. This is an event for the entire family with food, fun, awards and the announcement of the musical and play for the 2012-13 school year.
Don't miss the fun – join us on Monday!
RHS ALL SPORTS BANQUET - WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 (PRIMO BANQUET HALL)
The 2012 Roncalli High School All Sports Banquet hosted by the RHS Athletic Department will be held at Primo Banquet Hall on Wednesday, May 16 at 6:30 PM. RHS athletes and pre-school age children are free; family members and friends are $10.00 each. Athletes from all teams and all levels and their parents and guests are encouraged to attend as we celebrate our Rebel teams and athletes from this 2011-12 school year. A special encouragement goes out to our seniors and their parents as the evening will feature a great many seniors recognized for their accomplishments this year.
This year’s keynote speaker will be Jason Werner (RHS ’05/Indiana’s Mr. Football in 2005) and four year letter winner in football at Purdue University.
Please RSVP to the RHS Athletic Office at 788-4094 by Friday, May 11.
FREE ADMISSION TO RHS ATHLETIC & FINE ARTS EVENTS - GET A REBEL VIP CARD!
What is a Rebel VIP member card?
A Rebel VIP member card is a pass that gets you and your immediate family into any home athletic event free of charge (regular season games only IHSAA tournament and Marion County tournament games are excluded). A Rebel VIP Card also allows you to receive up to four free tickets to one performance of each fine arts production/concert.
How do I get one?
You can purchase a minimum half page ad for $275 in the Roncalli 2012 All Sports Fall Program or the 2012 Fine Arts Book. The sports book is distributed at all home sporting events in the fall, and features pictures of our 2013 Senior Athletes and a preview of the season from each sport’s coach. The fine arts book is disributed at all major fine arts performances and concerts and features pictures of our seniors in the fine arts program as well as pictures of the many different fine arts ensembles and groups.
- Who do I contact? To purchase a ½ page ad in the sports program, you may contact a member of the Roncalli Athletic Booster’s Committee: Jenny Amann, Kristie Clark, Bobbi Henn, Steve Fey, Kim Fogg, Gary Halter, Liza Holtkamp, Phil Oerhle, Suzanne Smock, or email Chris Lauck at calauck@aol.com.
- To purchase an ad in the Fine Arts book, contact a fine arts student or Miki Lewinski at mlewinski@roncallihs.org.
Other Ad Prices are as follows:
- Business Card Size - $65
- 1/4 Page Ad - $165
- 1/2 Page Ad - $ 275
- Full Page Ad - $450
The Roncalli High School Sports Program- Ad Campaign and Fine Arts Book ad sales are the primary fundraiser for the Roncalli Athletic and Fine Arts Booster respectively. ALL proceeds from the Fall Sports program and Fine Arts book campaigns go directly to support the athletic teams and Fine Arts department.
Becoming a REBEL VIP MEMBER is a GREAT way to support Roncalli, promote your business or recognize your student and provide a significant savings for your family!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT – GO REBELS!
SUMMER MORATORIUM WEEK
As a member of the Indiana High School Athletic Association Roncalli High School must adhere to the moratorium week requirements set forth by the association. The 2012 Moratorium Week is from July 1 through July 8. At Roncalli this means there will be no open gym, no open facilities, no practices, games, rehearsals, etc. There are to be no student activities at all during this week. We hope this allows families to enjoy some quality time together.
DRIVER EDUCATION DRIVING SCHEDULE - BALANCE OF COURSE FEE IS DUE NEXT FRIDAY
The schedule for the Behind the Wheel driving portion of our Driver’s Education program was posted this past week for students. Parents can access it by clicking here. Parents and students are encouraged to please mark on their family calendar the week, time and instructor’s name for their child’s driving time. The instructors are listed by their initials. The listing of their full names and their abbreviations is on the last page of the driving schedule. The student must have their Driver’s Education permit with them when they arrive for their driving time. No student will be allowed behind the wheel without their permit. Instructors will meet the drivers in the back parking lot by the back entrance to the gym.
Also, any student that still has a balance due for the Driver Education course must pay the balance by next Friday, May 18. No student is allowed to participate in the Behind the Wheel driving portion of the course who has an outstanding balance.
Please contact Mr. Weisenbach with any questions at cweisenbach@roncallihs.org or 787-8277, extension 224.
ALUMNI - WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU
Roncalli would love to hear up-to-date information on what's going on in the lives of past Rebels! - Any news on engagements, marriages, births, families, careers, etc. Send them our way! These will be compiled and included in each issue of the Update magazine section entitled "class notes." Please email these updates to: kslimak@roncallihs.org.
CAMP COLLEGE FOR JUNIORS!
This summer our juniors are invited to participate in Roncalli High School's Camp College program. This two day program facilitated by our College Counselor, Mrs. Mary Hall, will assist students in their college search as well as provide information and hints on essay writing, completing applications, scholarships, financial aid, and admissions policies. Guest speakers from several colleges will be part of the event. Camp College will meet May 30-31, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. until noon. This is a free opportunity. Additional information and registration materials can be found in the guidance carousel.
REBELS SPORTS SCOREBOARD
Congratulations to Coach Keith Hatfield and the Rebels baseball team as they defeated Lawrence North, Brebeuf, and Warren Central in Marion County tournament action last weekend. The Rebels now play in the 2012 Marion County Baseball championship game on Thursday versus Lawrence Central at Victory Field. The Rebels are looking to repeat as Marion County champs! Good luck Rebels!
Congratulations to Coach Loye Kegley and the #23 ranked Rebels girls’ tennis team as they defeated 10th ranked Park Tudor in the first round of the 2012 Marion County Tennis Tournament and Warren Central and Lawrence North in second and third round action. The girls now host the 2012 Marion County Tennis Tournament Championship match on Friday afternoon vs Brebeuf. Great job in the tournament Rebels – good luck in the finals! Good luck as well to the team as they begin IHSAA Sectional play next Wednesday at Franklin Central.
Good luck to Coach Royce Antolin and the Rebels girls’ track and field team as they compete in this year’s IHSAA Track and Field Sectionals next Tuesday at Shelbyville. The girls will be attempting to qualify for the Regional competition to be held the following week.
Good luck to Coach Frank Litz and the Rebels boys’ track and field team as they compete in this year’s IHSAA Track and Field Sectionals next Thursday at Warren Central. The boys will be attempting to qualify for the Regional competition to be held the following week.
FUNDRAISER FOR RHS SOPHOMORE JACKLYN JOHNSON
Roncalli High School sophomore, Jacklyn Johnson, underwent her 40th surgery in the past two years as she continues her fight to recover from injuries suffered when a basketball goal fell on her. Her aunt and uncle and RHS parents, Paul and Mary Schmoll, will be holding a fundraiser/yard sale this Friday from 8 AM – 3 PM with all proceeds going to offset medical expenses incurred by Jacklyn and her family. The Schmolls live at 320 E. Sumner. Your support of Jacklyn and her family would be greatly appreciated.
ST. ROCH MAYFEST NEXT WEEKEND!
St. Roch Mayfest is next week. All are invited to come enjoy the food, games, and rides: Thursday, May 17th 5:00-10:00, Friday, May 18th 5:00-11:00, and Saturday, May 19th 3:00-11:00. Pre-sale ride bracelets will be on sale Monday, May 14th-Thursday, May 17th for $30.00, and are good for all 3 days of rides. Great entertainment each night: Thursday: JoBuzz, Friday: Spinrut, Saturday: Uncle Juju. Come out and support St. Roch!!
TOM LANDRY AND BEING A PARENT
Tom Landry, coach of the Dallas Cowboys for almost three decades, said, “The job of a football coach is to make men do what they don’t want to do in order to achieve what they’ve always wanted to be.” The same is true of being a parent. Your children don’t always want to do what you tell them, but, if you’re thoughtful about the rules you set and the expectations you have of them, they can achieve what they ultimately want to be. Stay the course. One day, they’ll thank you for it.
Here are our top 10 favorite quotes from Tom Landry.
(Courtesy of All Pro Dad)
PLEASE PRAY
- For a full, speedy recovery for Mitch Phillips who continues to recover from heart surgery. He is the husband of RHS mathematics teacher, Charisse Phillips.
- For Megan Weisenbach, sister of Abbey Weisenbach (’14) and niece of principal Chuck Weisenbach, as she continues to battle during the final stages of her illness.
- For Rebel senior, Joe Kieffer, as he continues treatment to battle Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) and for his family as they support him during this recovery.
- For RHS sophomore, Jacklyn Johnson, who continues to rehab from multiple surgeries; your prayers for her are greatly appreciated.
- For Paul Pittman (RHS ‘84), father of sophomore Nick Pittman, as he continues his battle against cancer.
- For all those in the Roncalli Family that are battling life threatening illness, for their families and for their caregivers.
- For Pope Benedict and church officials in Rome as they deliberate and decide on who will serve the Archdiocese of Indianapolis as our next archbishop.
- For all those in the Roncalli Family and in our South Deanery Schools and Parishes that are seeking gainful employment.
- For the men and women of our armed forces and their families, especially our Roncalli High School alums who are serving in the military.
- For the many RHS alums who are preparing for a vocation as a priest at seminaries and houses of formation.
- For vocations to the priesthood, religious life and missionary field, and that Roncalli High School and its families will provide a nurturing environment that fosters and supports these vocations
THE MAIN THING IS TO KEEP THE MAIN THING THE MAIN THING.
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