High School Students' cell phone number

Starting with 2013-2014 registration, parents will be asked to supply their student's cell phone number as well as parents' cell and home numbers. The student's cell number will not be listed anywhere and will be used only by the administration in emergency situations. Other personnel in the school system will not have access to the number. We have come to this decision based on Emergency Preparedness review and in consultation with other Catholic High Schools who have also adopted this procedure. Parents will remain the first contact. Although we hope we never need to use the student's cell number, we do need to have in case of emergency. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with this new procedure.

 

2013-2014 HS Schedule

The High School teachers and Principal Schultz have been meeting on a regular basis to review the HS schedule, required classes, electives and daily schedule for 2013-2014. One possible change may be starting school at 8:00am instead of 8:05am. Our day is very short (currently 8:05-2:45 ) due to busing constraints.  After numerous dialogues with the transportation companies trying to get an extended day, it is clearly not possible. One option would be to begin our day at 8:00am (morning prayer) instead of 8:05am and be able to gain 5 minutes of instruction time. We would take into consideration those students who do ride the bus and would not count them tardy if they arrived after 8:00am. This is just in the review process as are other topics (moving electives to semester instead of year-long classes, adding new electives, searching for more hands-on classes, regular schedule versus drop schedule, how many class periods in the day, etc). Please feel free to share your opinion with Mrs. Schultz concerning these topics. You can anticipate the 2013-2014 Course Registration to begin in mid-March to April 2013 and by then any changes will have been communicated to parents and students.  

 

Study Table

One of Loyola's pillars is academic excellence.  As educators, we continually strive to meet the needs of all students.  We challenge our students to work to their ability and beyond.  We are excited to announce a great opportunity for our high school students who are in need of tutoring or some extra concentrated work. Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 13 a tutor from Minnesota State University will be working with our students in the media center from 3:00 - 4:00pm at "Study Table".  Some students will be required by their classroom teachers to attend, however this opportunity is open to all students who want to work on homework or get some extra help.  The teachers at Loyola want the students to be successful and this is one more strategy to support academic excellence.

 

Science Fair

Congratulations to Loyola students for their success at the Regional Science Fair February 16 at MSU.  Hannah Bradley and Mary Ninneman received a blue ribbon, a certificate for Outstanding Achievement from the American Meteorological Society and an award for Ability and Creativity in an Atmospheric Science Exhibit.  Ester Archer received a purple ribbon and will be advancing to the State Science Fair in April.  Ester also won a $50.00 gift certificate from Thin Film,  a U.S. Army certificate for Outstanding Project,  a $250.00 Project Display award, and was named an alternate to the International Science and Engineering Fair this May in Phoenix, Arizona.

Key Club

Blood Drive is March 6 from 9:00am - 1:00pm in LCS GC Campus Gym.

Walk-ins are welcome.  Call Sue Goebel 507-388-2997 ext. 279  or email [email protected] to make an appointment.

    

Loyola High School Band 

The Loyola High School Band will give a concert Sunday, March 3, the evening before Large Group Contest. The performance will be at 7:00pm in the Fitzgerald Theater and will last approximately a half hour. Come and support the band in their final contest preparation! 

This year we have 15 participants on three teams competing in High School Knowledge Bowl.  The teams are coached by Ryan Kuisle and Mary Beth Nygaard.  Knowledge Bowl Competitions are interdisciplinary, academic contests designed for students in grades 7-12.  Teams of students compete in written and oral rounds by answering questions related to all areas of learning typical of secondary educational programs.  Questions test recall, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.  Competitions are held from January - March, ending with a statewide competition.

There is one more meet before Sub-Regionals on March 12 at MSU.  Our teams have done well, with one team frequently placing in the top 5 (of 30+teams).  Our other two teams are less experienced, but are moving up the ladder of success, and learning essential skills to improve at each meet.  Everyone is having a great time representing Loyola and interacting with this wonderful group of academically gifted people.

We will keep you posted as this season reaches the qualifying meets.  Please keep us in your prayers!

Career Center

 Minnesota Business Venture 2013

• St John's (July 28-Aug. 2) or St Cloud University (July 14-19).  Open to students completing grades 9, 10, 11 or 12.
• Excellent opportunity to develop leadership and communication skills with high school students across the state.  It also develops networking skills and money management skills.
• Any student considering business as a career should definitely try to attend while in high school--however, anyone can benefit.
• Several Loyola students have attended over the years with a high rate of satisfaction.  (Last summer Andrew Sweere attended; Charlie Sorenson and Wes Otto attended the previous year.)
• Cost is $175 for a 6-day experience ($125 if the application is submitted by April 19).  This experience is free for those on free and reduced lunch.
• There is much more info, a video and application at  www.bestprep.org

Have you heard about the 2-Bite Club?

Students in Kindergarten-grade 3 are sampling two new foods each month.  When they eat "two bites" of a new food they get a sticker, if they try five new foods they earn a prize, and if they try ten new foods, they earn another prize!

In January we sampled Blood Oranges and Parsnips.  Although Blood Oranges taste much like regular oranges, their flesh is red in color.  Students thought Blood Oranges were sweeter than other oranges. We learned that the warmer the growing season, the darker the shade of red inside the orange.  We also tried parsnips.  Most students really liked the way we fixed them and some asked for the recipe.  Here it is:

Parsnips recipe:

• 6 parsnips peeled, with top and bottom cut off
• � cup flour
• � teaspoon seasoning salt

Clean parsnips, then boil in water until tender [like potatoes]. Cut in strips or cubes to look like french fries.

In plastic bag, combine flour and seasoning. Add parsnips and shake to coat, put olive oil on cookie sheet, about � to � cup.  Place a single layer of floured parsnips on cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until lightly brown.

Kale Chips:

• 1-bunch kale washed and middle stem removed
• Olive oil
• Sea Salt

Wash kale and remove the center stem. Tear into bite-size pieces. Pat dry with paper towel. In large bowl, pour olive oil over kale and toss lightly, making sure all kale is coated.  Place in a single layer on cookie sheet and sprinkle with sea salt to taste. Bake at 250 degrees for 40 minutes.  May keep leftovers in covered jar for a few days.

Remember you may join your student for lunch any day. The cost is $3.50 for adults.  If you have any questions please contact Peggy at 507-388-0612 or [email protected].

MACS Nite "Over the Hill, On the Hill"  May 4, 2013

On May 4, over 1200 people will gather on "The Hill" to enjoy music, a live auction, silent auction, bingo, bakery, raffles and great food. In 2013, we are celebrating the 40th year of MACS Nite with the theme "Over the Hill, On the Hill". 

During the evening, a lucky person will win $20,000 through the Lucky 20 Raffle.

We thank you for your past support and invite you to be a part of this great event by contributing a completed basket, gift certificate, or cash donation.  If you decide you would like to contribute, you may drop off your donation any time at the Advancement Office at 145 Good Counsel Drive or contact Barb Chicos, the Advancement Administrative Assistant at 507-388-0615 or [email protected] 

Please let Barb know by March 20 what you plan to donate.  We would like the actual donation in by April 19 so it can be processed and ready for the event.  Remember to include your name and address with your donation. 

Thank you!   

SCRIP

Weekly orders due Mondays by 10 a.m. at www.shopwithscrip.com 

ReloadNow retailer gift cards

Reload Advantages:  (1)many retailers are available to reload (2) reloads are available sooner than waiting for physical cards (3) reload your retailer card when you need more funds

• Order retailers gift card from www.shopwithscrip.com 
• Thereafter, order retailer(Reload) option and follow the instructions.
• The processing time for reloading of cards is within minutes when paid with PrestoPay online payment option or within 1 business day-Loyola order is released by Scrip Coordinator (Mondays). 

Examples of reloadable cards are: Aeropostale, BP, Bath & Body Works, Buffalo Wild Wings, Burger King, Cubs Foods, CVS Pharmacy, Domino's Pizza, Exxon, Gymboree, Hallmark,  JC Penney, Jiffy Lube, Lowe's Home Improvement, Papa John's Pizza, Starbucks, Subway, Super America, Target and Texaco.

"We first started using the SCRIP program upon deciding to send our daughter, Elizabeth, to Loyola.  We heard about the program so thought we'd give it a try.  It was easy ordering online and over the last 3 years, I have gradually increased our use of the program.  We started out using it for things like groceries, gas and such.  It made budgeting easier as well as gift giving. I try to keep a small stash of gas, LivAveda and certain cards for restaurants on hand as last minute gifts. We really enjoy the increased number of retailers available for ScripNow (electronic cards) and reload. We use the reload feature weekly and ScripNow has come in handy for last minute prescriptions or that unexpected purchase. With these features and the ease of payment through PrestoPay, our family relies on these options more and more.  We have started to have family and friends use the programs as well, especially some the of ScripNow retailers."

~ Becky & Jim Ness

Loyola parents