RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - February 21, 2020

MOCK TRIAL TO GOING TO STATE

Left to right “Ayy Mockarena”: Vincent Prendergast, Reese Wiley, Grace Vavra, Katie Baker, Grace Plahitko, Andrew Burgan

Two Rebel Mock Trial teams had great success at the Indiana Bar Foundation’s Mock Trial regional competition last weekend, and one team qualified for the state competition to be held in Indianapolis on March 7th and 8th. “Ayy Mockarena” came in 5th place at regionals and earned a spot in state competition. Congratulations to this team of seniors Katie Baker, Andrew Burgan, Grace Plahitko, juniors Grace Vavra, Reese Wiley and sophomore Vincent Prendergast. Congratulations also to team “Bend and Snaps.” Team members included freshmen Ansley Bishop, Jazzlyn Fonseca, Angel Hudspeth, Zach Schneider, Austin Strykowski and David Warner.

Other Rebels to earn awards at the regional competition were: two time winner Grace Plahitko and Ansley Bishop (most effective attorney award) and David Warner, Grace Vavra and Zach Schneider (most effective witness award).

CONGRATULATIONS SEMI-STATE WRESTLERS!

Left to right: Brayden Lowery, Alec Viduya, Sam Slivka and Bryce Lowery

We are proud of our 8 regional wrestlers! Four advance to Semi-State. Three individual semi-state champions: seniors Brayden Lowery (fourth semi-state title), Alec Viduya (fourth semi-state title) and freshman Bryce Lowery. Also advancing to state is senior Sam Slivka after finishing third.

Good luck to the Rebel wrestlers as they head into the state tonight, Friday, February 21 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse at 6:00 PM, with the tournament concluding on Saturday!

FINANCIAL AID FORMS FOR 2020-2021

DUE MARCH 1st

Financial aid forms for the 2020-2021 school year are now available ONLINE. You can access the link online application.

Please contact Amy Kuntz in the Business Office if you have questions. She can be reached at 317-787-8277 ext: 278.

All financial aid forms must be completed by March 1.

NEW IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS

ALL PARENTS of Current Freshmen through Juniors

The Indiana State Department of Health Immunization requirements for 2020-21 will require all high school students to have 2 Hepatitis A vaccines, administered 6 months apart.

If your child has already received these, please forward proof of immunization.

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If your child has not received these, please make arrangements to get these vaccines and forward proof of immunization prior to the start of the first day of school for the 20-21 school year. All information needs to be sent to the Guidance Office: fax 317-788-2282 or email msheets@roncalli.org.

2020-21 Requirements

2020-21 Requirements en Esapañol

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT for current Juniors:

All students entering the 12th grade are additionally required to have a second booster of the MCV4 (Meningococcal) vaccine. The immunizations that we have on file for each student may be viewed in FamilyLink. Questions may be directed to Mary Sheets or Jane Dias in the Guidance Office.

BENEFIT CHOIR CONCERT

The Beginning Mixed Choir and the Beginning Women's choir will present a benefit concert on Thursday, February 27 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. While there is no charge for this concert, donations will be accepted for the Lenten almsgiving project. The doors will open at 6:30 PM with open seating. Please join us!

BLOOD DRIVE

Roncalli High School is partnering with Versiti Blood Center of Indiana to save community lives.

Please come out to support our drive on Tuesday, March 3rd, from *2:00 to 7:00 PM in the old gymnasium.

Students may NOT sign up until 3:00 PM

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Follow this link below to schedule your donation appointment and help us make an impact on the lives of patients right here in our local Indiana hospitals.

*Click here for height and weight requirements.

**Must be 16 to donate. 16-year-old donors must bring a permission form signed by a parent or guardian to their appointment. Print the permission form here or take a copy from the Stu Co board outside the spirit store.

*** If you do not meet the requirements to donate, please encourage friends and family to sign up.

Contact Student Council Moderator Ryan Costello for more information.

MISSION TRIP

ATTENTION JUNIORS AND SENIORS!

Information is now available to sign up for the spring break mission trip to East Bank, West Virginia, a very poor small town close to Charleston. The cost of the trip will be $325.00 and will take place from Sunday, March 29 - Friday, April 3. See Mr. Striby for sign up sheets and additional information.

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Any student that participates in a spring break mission trip can count all HOPE hours earned toward their second semester service requirement (this year) or their first semester service requirement in the 2020-21 school year. Please watch the video below which gives more information about the organization with whom we work.

GUIDANCE CORNER

Guidance Blast

Future Planning Meeting for our Burmese Families

On Saturday, February 22nd at 11:00 AM, Roncalli High School will host a Future Planning Meeting for Burmese Families in the Media Center. The meeting will cover academics, gathering career information, preparing and paying for college, and will be translated in Burmese, Hakha, Falam, and Tedim. Please contact Morgan Ellis with any questions. We hope to see you there!

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Greater Indianapolis Southside College Fair

The Greater Indianapolis Southside College Fair will feature 80+ colleges from Indiana and other states. The event will be held at the University of Indianapolis Dome, 1400 E. Hanna Ave., on March 9th from 6:30-8:00 PM. All high school students are encouraged to attend to learn about scholarships, athletic eligibility, student activities, majors/minors, housing, financial aid, and much more!

21st Century Scholars - Open Workshop

Click here for more details about the March 5th event. 1 - 5 PM at the Central Nine Career Center.

ISTEP CALENDAR CHANGES

Two-hour delay on April 21 and April 28 for freshmen, juniors and seniors. All sophomores start at their regular time of 7:30 AM for the state mandated ISTEP testing (graduation requirement).

All current sophomores, juniors and seniors are required to pass the ISTEP as a part of their graduation requirement. The state does not provide us with the testing window for the administration of ISTEP until after the school year has started. Thus, we can never include the two hour delays necessitated by ISTEP testing in the school calendar that is provided to families prior to the start of a school year.

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Given the length of these tests and their importance to the students, we feel it best to utilize a delayed start for the rest of the school on two days and use this time for administering the ISTEP test to the sophomores. Thus, the following changes have been made to the school calendar:

April 21 - School will start at 9:30 AM: All sophomores will report to school at the regular time of 7:30 AM.
April 28 - School will start at 9:30 AM; All sophomores will report to school at the regular time of 7:30 AM.

We apologize for any inconvenience this causes our families but we feel strongly that this not only provides our students who are testing the best environment but also provides the best use of instructional time for all other students as well.

GERMAN-AMERICAN PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED

The GAPP (German-American Partnership Program) exchange program and the German program will be hosting exchange students from our partner school in Germany this fall (school year 2020-2021). We are now looking for Roncalli families to host one of our exchange students for two weeks this September. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for your student to live with a host sibling, learn about each other's culture, and show our German hosts what's so great about American life - all at no cost to you! If you are interested, please email German teacher Louise Hibner.

ROUNDABOUT CONSTRUCTION

A roundabout at Sherman and Thompson is being installed, and we will update you with important information as we receive it. The tentative timeline is as follows:

After February 14, 2020 to be completed by August 1, 2020 - Sherman Drive closed for 25 days within this time period to relocate a gas main. Thompson Road will remain open during this time period, but will also incur some temporary lane restrictions. All utility work will be completed during this time period.
On or about August 17, 2020 to be completed no later than November 1, 2020 - Completion of the project with a 75 day closure within this time period and completion no later than November 1, 2020.

R FAMILY DAY

Saturday, March 7th, 12:00 to 2:00 PM

Roncalli High School is pleased to invite you to the first “R Family Day” to celebrate the diversity of the Roncalli Family. Join us on Saturday, March 7th from 12:00 to 2:00 PM in the Roncalli main lobby, cafeteria, and old gymnasium as we take a trip around the world to learn about cultures, ethnicities, and races.

As you enter the main lobby, you will be greeted by the sounds of a mariachi band and be given a passport to lead you on your adventure for the day. The first hour will feature educational booths in the cafeteria from countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, and South America. The second hour will be in the old gymnasium, as students showcase singing, dancing, and a fashion show to highlight their cultures and heritages.

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Sui Par, a senior at Roncalli and co-founder of the event, says, “On ‘R Family Day,’ we hope to celebrate a few of the numerous cultures and ethnic groups that make up our uniquely diverse community. Guests will be able to explore cultures, try new foods, and enjoy different traditions as the representatives share their respective cultures. It is a unique opportunity to travel the world in just one room.”

“It is our mission that through this event we will showcase how the Roncalli Family encompasses our diverse world. It has been a true joy to watch our students envision, lead, and execute this event,” said Assistant Principal for Student Life, Kevin Banich.

The event is open to the public and free of cost; however, donations will be gratefully accepted to support the event.

Please contact Kevin Banich if you have any questions.

R Family Video

Student Booths

Burma, China, Columbia, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Lebanon, Malawi, Mexico, Nigeria, Philippines, Spain, and Switzerland

Other Organizations

Archdiocese of Indianapolis Intercultural Ministry, Burmese American Community Institute, Center for Leadership Development, Central Catholic Grade School, Grupo Folclorico Macehuani, Hope for Tomorrow, Indiana Latino Institute, Mariachi Sol Jalisciense, St. Mark Catholic Church, and St. Patrick Catholic Church

REBELATION RAFFLE TICKETS

PURCHASE NOW!

Rebelation High Stakes Raffle tickets cost $100 each and can be purchased with cash or check. Just download the betting form at roncalli.org/rebelation and send it in.

Early Bird drawings worth $500 will be held on March 13, 2020 — so act now! (note: Early Bird winner will be entered back into the raffle for the Grand Prize drawing).

There will only be 350 tickets sold! Winning tickets for the $10,000* Grand Prize through 3rd place will be drawn live at Rebelation on April 25, 2020. You need not be present to win.

For more information and a complete list of rules, please visit roncalli.org/rebelation.

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All proceeds benefit Roncalli families in need of tuition assistance.

$10,000 Grand Prize*
$2,000 2nd Place
$500 3rd Place
$500 Early Bird Prize

*Based on selling 350 tickets. Payout will be based on a percentage of tickets sold. Grand prize= 20%, 2nd Place=5%, 3rd Place=1%

If you’re not familiar with Rebelation, please click [here] (https://drive.google.com/a/roncalli.org/file/d/1oXOSEgU0kqWOFiflgMWmMISNtOqIbo0A/view?usp=sharing) for FAQs about the event.

Make a tax-deductible donation to our silent and live auctions. We are in need of the following items: vacation rentals, tickets to local sporting events like Indy 500, Colts, Pacers, Notre Dame, IU, Purdue and Butler, behind the scenes experiences, home improvement services, gift cards, etc.

If you can help or have an item to donate, please email Jeen Endris.

THE WINTER SNOWBALL DANCE

Roncalli High School is excited to offer its 3rd annual winter dance where all proceeds are donated to the Roncalli Appalachia Mission Trip for Spring Break. The dance is on Saturday, February 29th from 7:00 - 10:00 PM in the Roncalli Gymnasium. Students must arrive before 8:00 PM. Students must request a guest pass for a student from another high school from the Dean of Students no later than Friday, February 28th. Tickets will be on sale during all lunch periods for $10. All students are welcome to come with or without a date. The dress for the dance is relaxed semi-casual and students should not go out and buy something new for the dance. If you have questions please contact Mr. Kevin Banich.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Roncalli High School is pleased to offer several scholarships to students currently in grades 9-11 and a few scholarships for current seniors. The eligibility criteria and amount for each scholarship varies from $250-$1,500. All completed applications should be submitted online by March 2, 2020 no later than 3:00 PM. The selection process for each scholarship will be determined by the selection committee of each award. The presentation of most of these scholarships will take place at the spring Academic Honors Banquet. The scholarship monies would then be applied to the 2020-2021 tuition unless this is an award for a senior. Any questions regarding Roncalli scholarships can be directed to Kevin Banich, Assistant Principal for Student Life, at 317-787-8277 Ext. 284. Completed applications are due March 2, 2020, 3:00 PM.

IMPORTANT: The applications and information will only be available with a Roncalli student email account.

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SPRING PLAY

TICKETS ON SALE FEBRUARY 22

Tickets for the play, “You Can’t Take It With You” will be available beginning Saturday, February 22. The show will be performed March 12, 13 and 14 at 7:00 PM each night with an additional show at 2:00 PM on March 14. Tickets can be purchased at roncalli.booktix.com. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for Roncalli students and children 14 years old and younger. Remember to print off your tickets and bring them with you to the show. Tickets will be scanned at the entrance to the auditorium. VIP card holders will need to contact Miki Lewinski at 317-787-8277 Ext. 249 for your promo code to access your free tickets.

RONCALLI PARENTS & SUPPORTERS

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT OF HB 1066

HB1066 is designed to address an inequity in the Choice Scholarship Program designed to assist Hoosier students and families of low and moderate income. Its purpose is to address the injustice that exists in that a family with two or more children can have one child eligible for a voucher but not another one. We would ask that you send the request below to your state senator. Feel free to include any personal information you wish to include such as the name of the school your child attends.

If you do not know who your Indiana state senator is and/or do not know their email address, click on this link and it will direct you to your state senator and his/her email.

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21ST ANNUAL RHS ATHLETICS CASH BASH & RAFFLE

Saturday, February 29, 2020

Presented by the Roncalli Athletic Booster Club

The Atrium - 3143 East Thompson Road
Doors open @ 6:30 PM
Dinner served @ 7:30 PM
Raffle begins @ 8:00 PM
$5,000 in Cash Draws and Raffles
Tip Boards, Ticket Draw Prizes, 50/50’s, Pull Tabs & Plinko

Tickets On Sale Now! License #002252

It promises to be an evening of great fun and lots of opportunities for winning.

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SUMMER CAMPS AT RONCALLI

Roncalli High School will again offer many different sport camps this summer for elementary age student athletes currently in grades K-8. These camps are conducted by members of the Rebel coaching staff and serve to provide fundamental instruction in each sport as well as a wonderful opportunity to have fun in a friendly and nourishing environment.

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CAMPS for BOYS in 2020:

Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Wrestling
Baseball
Soccer
Volleyball
Lacrosse
Speed Development

CAMPS for GIRLS in 2020:

Basketball
Cross Country
Volleyball
Softball
Soccer
Gymnastics
Cheerleading
Lacrosse

CO-ED CAMPS in 2020:

Golf
Tennis
Swimming
Diving

The cost for each camp is $50 per camper/per session. Registration begins March 1. Information/Online Registration is available at www.roncalli.org/camps. For more information, please call the athletic office at Roncalli High School (788-4094 or 787-8277 ext. 263).

ST. BARNABAS FISH FRY

FEBRUARY 28

Rebel Media Network

Video STREAMS

Boys Basketball February 22, 7:30 PM vs. Franklin Central
All School Liturgy February 26, 9:30 AM
Boys Basketball February 28, 7:30 PM vs. Brebeuf

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In partnership with Ascension St. Vincent, here is information that you might find useful.

Lung Cancer: 4 Surprising Facts about Risk Factors and Screenings

More men and women die from lung cancer every year than any other cancer. The biggest risk factor for lung cancer is smoking, which causes 80 percent of all lung cancer deaths in women and 90 percent in men according to the American Lung Association.

But there are also little-known facts about risk factors and screenings for lung cancer that could potentially save your life:

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Even non-smokers can get lung cancer. While smoking is the biggest risk factor for lung cancer, even non-smokers are at risk for the disease. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, up to 20 percent of people who die from lung cancer have never smoked a cigarette.

Second-hand smoke remains risky. Another major risk factor for non-smokers is secondhand smoke, which causes approximately 7,000 lung cancer deaths each year, according to the American Cancer Society. While laws that ban smoking in most workplaces and public places have helped decrease exposure to secondhand smoke, the risk remains because those laws can’t control what happens in private places.

Radon gas: No. 1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. The number one cause of lung cancer in non-smokers is exposure to radon gas, which accounts for approximately 21,000 lung cancer deaths annually, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Radon is an odorless, tasteless radioactive gas that is present both indoors and outdoors, according to the American Cancer Society. The only way to know if it’s a problem in your home is to have it tested.

Lung cancer screenings can help save lives. A low-dose CT lung scan is a screening method for lung cancer typically covered by insurance at no cost to the patient. Many people don’t realize that annual lung cancer screenings are available for high-risk patients. Lung cancer screening is effective but underutilized, according to the American Lung Association. In fact, only about 15 percent of the 8.6 million Americans eligible for lung cancer screenings are aware they should get them. A low-dose CT lung scan is the only screening tool that can reduce the risk of dying from lung cancer by catching it in its earlier stages, when it's more treatable.

To schedule an appointment with an Ascension St. Vincent physician near you, visit www.getstvincentcare.com. Online scheduling is available.

This health tip is provided by Ascension St.Vincent. Schedule an appointment online, anytime at GetStVincentCare.com.

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CIRCLE OF FAITH ANNUAL FUND

PLEASE PRAY

For Bernie Weimer, Sacred Heart graduate class of ‘59 and Roncalli band director 1970's-80's, who is struggling with health issues and is recovering from an accident.
For Monsignor Tony Volz as he battles health issues.
For God’s blessings and mercy upon Archbishop Charles Thompson and his ministry in shepherding the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.
For those who struggle to find adequate food, clothing, shelter, and medical services and for those most in need of God’s mercy.
For healing of body, mind and spirit for all people dealing with depression, addiction or mental health issues.
For strength and healing for all those fighting off life-threatening illness and for their families and caregivers.
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 our Roncalli alums preparing for a religious vocation as a priest, religious woman or missionary.
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.