Dear Parents,
Please mark your calendar and join us for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, February 6, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Teachers and guidance counselors will be readily available in the Welch Activity Center, Cafeteria, and Guidance area to discuss your student’s progress, answer any questions, and discuss concerns you may have. Please note that teachers will be limited to 5-minute rotations per parent(s). Should a longer meeting be necessary, you may use your 5 minutes to schedule a future appointment with your child’s teacher. For any questions or concerns, please contact Anna Lynn Houk in the Office of Academic Affairs at 317-968-7324. We hope to see you there!
PARENT NEWS
Below is a glance at our next week of school:
Friday, January 17 – Day 2, 8:50 student arrival
Monday, January 20 – No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 21 – Day 3, County, Senior Retreat
Wednesday, January 22 – Day 4, Senior Retreat
Thursday, January 23 – Day 5, 8:50 student arrival, Senior Retreat
Friday, January 24 – Day 6, Senior Retreat
Upcoming Events & Altered Schedules
January 27-31 – Catholic Schools Week and Winterfest
January 30 – Little Sibs Shadow Day – More information will be shared soon!
February 6 – Parent-Teacher Conferences
2019/2020 Important Dates
View the Academic Schedule for 2019 – 2020 for more dates!
2020/2021 Calendar
We have finalized the 2020/2021 calendar. Click this link to view important dates in our academic schedule. Read More
Junior parents, please note that we will be holding our Baccalaureate Mass on Friday evening, opposed to the Saturday morning before Graduation. We made this change to serve the many students who have other important end-of-year commitments that often conflict with Baccalaureate when it is on a Saturday.
Give your prom dress a second chance!
This year we are offering prom dresses for students who may need or want a dress. Read More
If you have a prom dress that you no longer need, don’t let it hang in the back of your closet and gather dust for another day. Instead, donate it.
We are collecting gently used, or unused prom dresses for our Student Services Prom Closet. Dresses can be dropped off in the Student Services Center. With questions, contact Kathy Saum at ksaum@gocathedral.com or 317-968-7372, or Angie McGruder at amcgruder@gocathedral.com or 317-968-7301.
In Need of a Host Family
We have an urgent need for a host family for a male international student currently enrolled at Cathedral High School. Read More
Host families receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses. If you consider helping this student by welcoming him to your home or know someone who may be interested, please contact Anna Taul, Director of Admissions, as soon as possible –
ataul@gocathedral.com, 317-968-7309. Thank you.
Join us at ShamrAuction on 2/29/20, Cathedral’s Premiere Fundraiser
Are you ready for the “Hottest Party on The Hill?” Read More
Picture an extravagant affair with rhythmic samba music, magnificent costumes, brightly colored decor and more than 700 of your closest Cathedral friends ready to P.A.R.T.Y…and you’ve set the scene for this year’s theme: Copa Cathedral! One of the largest single night fundraisers in the Midwest, ShamrAuction raises more than $500,000 for need-based tuition assistance and to promote excellence in academics, the arts and athletics. Our event brings together generations of alumni, parents, supporters and friends in an over-the-top evening of food, fun and festivities, live and silent auctions, complimentary valet parking, open bar, hors d’oeuvres, plated dinner, music and entertainment. Only 20 tables remain so be sure and secure your spot as soon as possible! Visit
www.gocathedral.com/shamrauction for further details!
Copa Cathedral CASH Raffle
ShamrAuction Raffle Early Bird Drawing – Friday, January 24 Read More
Our second ShamrAuction early bird drawing for a cash prize of $500 will be held on Friday, January 24. ShamrAuction CASH raffle tickets are $100 a piece and $20 of the purchase price can be directed to your club/team of choice. Due to Indiana Gaming Laws, all purchases must be made by cash or check (payable to Cathedral High School). We’ve sold just over 200 to date, so the odds of winning are pretty great right now! For more information, visit
www.gocathedral.com/raffle (License #150269)
Math League Update
With two-thirds of the season behind them, the Fighting Irish Mathletes are in top form! Read More
Leading the way on the Math League Leaderboard are Liam Eifert, Nicholas Grill, and Isaac Michael. In a very close second are Andrew George and Cade Johnston. One point behind in third place are Harry Huang, Ruidi Huang, and Levi Wojtalik. Rounding out the leaderboard are Lauren Caldwell, Henry Eifert, Anya Neumeister, and Baichen Zhang.
There are two competitions remaining . . . mark your calendars for Feb. 11 and March 24! THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR PARTICIPANTS. Go, Irish Mathletes!!
Math Open Gym
Math “Open Gym” is a free opportunity for Cathedral students to gather with a Cathedral math teacher and National Honor Society tutors on Sunday afternoons from 2 to 4 p.m. at school. Read More
This is not one-on-one tutoring or an opportunity to work ahead, but help will be available to do homework or to review with students in algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, IB mathematics, and calculus. No reservations are necessary, but students are required to be picked up or to leave campus promptly at 4 p.m. Students should bring their ID cards, enter through the student entrance, and report to Room 4142 upon arrival. (This room is in B-basement.) Students should come prepared with their books, iPads, and anything else that they use in their math classes.
Students are encouraged to attend with a classmate, so that pairs/small groups of students can work together on the same subject. Teachers and tutors will circulate and assist students. Not all math teachers will be present on each Sunday.
Math “Open Gym” will be held on the following dates in the second semester: January 19, 26; February 2, 9, 16, 23; March 1, 8,15, 22, April 19, 26, and May 3,10. Students planning to attend Math Open Gym should always consult the most current student and parent emails, as changes to the schedule are sometimes necessary and will be updated there. Anyone with questions may always email Mrs. Ford before the Sunday in question.
2020 Spanish Competition
This year’s Spanish competition will take place on Saturday, February 22, at Southport High School. Read More
Students in all levels of Spanish, as well as students who speak Spanish in the home, are invited to join! Competitions include: vocabulary, grammar and scrambled sentence tests; speaking (both individually and with a partner); Toro trivia (in English); Latin dance; and art (posters and piñatas). Practices are held on days 1 and 6 during flex in Sra. Egan’s room (3301). Please contact Sra. Egan for more information:
regan@gocathedral.com.
Moms In Prayer
The Cathedral chapter of Moms In Prayer International continues to meet in the chapel twice a month to pray for our students and our school. Read More
In January, we are meeting Tuesday the 28th at 11 a.m. All women of Cathedral are welcome. For more information or to submit a specific prayer request, contact Cathy Michael at
cmbmichael@yahoo.com.
Dropping Off Student Items
Parents will no longer need to check in and deliver their child’s forgotten items to the Student Services Suite. Read More
Instead, parents can simply give the item(s) to the front office workers at door 4, and they will be sure it is delivered to the Student Services Suite for the student to pick up. It is our hope that this new procedure is helpful for our families!
Ghana Immersion
Cathedral will once again be visiting Ghana to spend time with Holy Cross Brothers and learn more about their culture. Read More
We will be working in schools and volunteering with other organizations in the area. The trip will be in early June and cost approximately $2,800. Click
HERE to learn more about the trip. Please contact Katie Lewis if you have any questions.
Cathedral Medjugorje Pilgrimage set for June 6 – June 16, 2020
Cathedral is excited to announce that we are planning to take a pilgrimage to Medjugorje! Read More
This coming summer,
June 6 – June 16, 2020, we would like to take 15-20 current Cathedral students, and fill the remaining spots with faculty, staff, college students,CHS & Academy alumni and family of Cathedral students. All are welcome to travel with us! The pilgrimage to Medjugorje, Bosnia will be to the Bosnian village where six visionaries have had apparitions of the Blessed Mother since 1981. If you are interested, contact Shannon Fox
sfox@gocathedral.com or 317-968-7317.
Student Opportunity to Join iSquad
Cathedral’s technology department is looking for a group of students who want to be a part of their team. Read More
If you think your child may want to help in the classroom, add value to the technology program, or just explore how they can make a difference, encourage them to come check out the iSquad. Any student interested should come to the Technology Support Center on Thursday, January 23 during Flex. The technology team is excited to work with our students and listen to their ideas!
New Immunization Requirements for the 2020-21 School Year
The Indiana State Department of Health has just released new immunization requirements for the 2020-21 school year.
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Grades 9 – 11will now be required to have 2 Hepatitis A vaccines. Since this immunization is a two dose series and must be given 6 months apart, please check with your physician as soon as possible to begin the series. The first dose must be given by the beginning of February 2020 in order to have both doses complete before the first day of school. View
new immunization requirements on this link. Please contact Nurse Courtney Jennings-mood at
cjenningssood@gocathedral.com with questions.
Holy Cross Winterfest
Once again, we will be combining Winterfest and Catholic Schools Week, January 27-31. Below are some of the events and dress-up themes. Each day we highlight one of our Holy Cross Values by incorporating it into the dress-up theme and activities. Read More
Monday, January 27: Excellence – Opposite of excellence (Roll out of bed and come to school in your PJ’s)
– Hot Chocolate & Marshmallows served during Flex in the SLC to keep us cozy.
Tuesday, January 28: Divine Providence– Throwback to the Future (students dress in either their past or future school spirit wear)
– Back to the Future Shown in SLC
Wednesday, January 29: Integrity– Wear your Sunday best for Mass!
– Boys-Shirt and tie or sweater and collared shirt and dress pants.
– Girls- dresses, skirts, or dress slacks and nice top. Please remember Christian modesty. Also, you will be sitting in the bleachers for Mass. So appropriate dress length and/or leggings under dresses should be considered.
– Sweats, jeans, shorts, or leggings (unless under skirts and dresses) will NOT be permitted.
– School uniform is acceptable if a student prefers not to dress up.
Thursday, January 30: Family- County
– Students wear spirit wear from any team or activity they participate in here at Cathedral with sweats.
– Little Sibs Shadow Day – More information will be shared soon!
Friday, January 31: Zeal- All Out Irish
– Gigi’s Cupcakes truck available for purchase during lunch!
– Holy Cross Winterfest Assembly
***We need parent encouragement!***
Wednesday, in particular, we need parent support! We want to start the tradition of dressing up in our Sunday best on Mass days. All Cathedral educators have been doing this for a while. The Mass during the Holy Cross Winterfest is going to be our first trial run. Please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for Mass (above are the expectations we will provide the students). We want to begin a tradition of setting the tone for Mass days to be special and something we cherish. Thank you in advance for your support!
News from the Spirit Shop!
Beat the winter blues, stop in and stock up on cozy Cathedral comfort apparel and warm uniform sweatshirts and fleece. Read More
We’re celebrating 2020 with 20% off of all fashion fuzzy fleece, sherpa, and selected items throughout the Shop!
Shop school days 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and online anytime at
www.cathedralspiritshop.com. Note: CLOSED Monday, January 20 (NO SCHOOL). It’s Time to Get Your IRISH On! Shop Cathedral, GO IRISH!
Amazon Smile
You shop, Amazon gives! Read More
Amazon
will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible Amazon items. Simply go to
smile.amazon.com instead of
amazon.com to shop and choose Cathedral Trustees Inc. as your non-profit organization of choice.
Kroger Community Rewards
Cathedral can benefit every time you shop at Kroger!
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Simply
click here and designate Cathedral as your preferred non-profit organization using Cathedral’s non-profit code of BB316. Cathedral will receive a donation every time you shop – it’s that easy!
Surrounding Parish/School News
Great things are happening at our surrounding parishes and schools! If your community has news to share, please feel free to contact Shannon Braun at Sbraun@gocathedral.com. Read More
St. Louis de Montfort
The 18th annual Mardi de Montfort will be held on February 22, 2020 at 6:30pm at Daniel’s Vineyard. To purchase your ticket, or donate, click the following link – https://www.mardidemontfort.org!
St. Simon
The Taste of St. Simon will be held on January, 31 at 7:00 p.m. Click HERE to find out more information about this “adult only” event!
