July 3, 2026 EDITION

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How To Contact Cardinal Ritter

3360 W. 30th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333

Dear parents,


I hope you have been able stay cool during this summer heatwave. Summer offers a wonderful opportunity to slow down, spend meaningful time with family Whether your plans include travel, summer camps, work, or simply enjoying time at home, I hope that you make space for prayer and attend Sunday Mass. These simple practices help us to keep Christ at the center of our lives throughout the year.


While the building may be quieter during the summer months, important work continues behind the scenes. Our administrators, maintenance staff, athletic department and advancement team are busy preparing classrooms, facilities, scheduling class and planning for next year’s annual fund.  We remain committed to providing an exceptional Catholic education that challenges our students academically while nurturing their spiritual and personal growth.


As we look ahead, we are filled with hope and anticipation for another year of learning, leadership, and community. We are especially excited to welcome our newest students and families into our school family. Please continue to keep our students, faculty, staff, alumni, benefactors, and all members of our community in your prayers.

Thank you for choosing to entrust your children to our school. It is both a privilege and a sacred responsibility to partner with you in forming young men and women who will lead with faith, integrity, compassion, and excellence.


May God bless you and your family with a safe, restful, and joy-filled summer. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the fall, renewed in spirit and ready for another outstanding year together.


Happy 4th of July



God bless,

Mrs. Hoy

 


Estimados padres:

 

Espero que hayan podido mantenerse frescos durante esta ola de calor del verano. El verano ofrece una maravillosa oportunidad para bajar el ritmo y pasar tiempo significativo en familia. Ya sea que sus planes incluyan viajar, campamentos de verano, trabajo o simplemente disfrutar del tiempo en casa, espero que hagan un espacio para la oración y asistan a Misa . Estas prácticas sencillas nos ayudan a mantener a Cristo en el centro de nuestras vidas durante todo el año.

 

Aunque el edificio pueda estar más tranquilo durante los meses de verano, el trabajo importante continúa tras bambalinas. Nuestros administradores, el personal de mantenimiento, el departamento de atletismo y el equipo de desarrollo institucional están ocupados preparando los salones de clase, las instalaciones, organizando los horarios de clases y planificando la campaña anual de recaudación de fondos para el próximo año. Seguimos comprometidos a brindar una educación católica excepcional que desafíe académicamente a nuestros estudiantes mientras fomenta su crecimiento espiritual y personal.

 

Al mirar hacia el futuro, nos llena de esperanza e ilusión otro año de aprendizaje, liderazgo y comunidad. Nos emociona especialmente dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes y familias más nuevas a nuestra familia escolar. Por favor, continúen teniendo presentes en sus oraciones a nuestros estudiantes, profesores, personal, exalumnos, benefactores y a todos los miembros de nuestra comunidad.

 

Gracias por elegir confiar a sus hijos en nuestra escuela. Es tanto un privilegio como una responsabilidad sagrada colaborar con ustedes en la formación de jóvenes que lideren con fe, integridad, compasión y excelencia.

 

Que Dios los bendiga a ustedes y a sus familias con un verano seguro, reparador y lleno de alegría. Esperamos con entusiasmo darles la bienvenida a todos de regreso en el otoño, renovados en espíritu y listos para otro año extraordinario juntos.

 

¡Feliz 4 de Julio!

 

Dios los bendiga,

Sra. Hoy


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Prayer for Students

Lord our God, in your wisdom and love you surround
us with the mysteries of the universe.
Send your Spirit upon these students and fill them
with your wisdom and blessings.
Grant that they may devote themselves to their studies
and draw ever closer to you, the source of all knowledge.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.

R/. Amen.

UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES


July 10 & 11 - New & Used Uniform Sale - CRHS Gym

Friday 3pm to 6pm - Saturday 10am to 1pm


July 28 & 29 - Senior Pictures - 9am to 3pm - CRHS Gym


August 3 - Athlete's Mass


August 4 - Freshman Orientation 8:30am to 2:30pm

New Parent Orientation 6pm to 8pm

Transfer Student Orientation 6pm to 8pm


August 5 - Back To School Bash 6pm to 8pm


August 6 - Junior High Orientation 6pm to 8pm


August 10 - First Day Of School (7-9 Grades Only) 2pm Dismissal


August 11 - All Students Report


August 27 - Back To School Night



SUMMER

NEWSLETTER

SCHEDULE

July 17 and July 31

Back to weekly delivery on August 7th


CLASS OF 2027


Dear Parents/Guardians & Seniors of Cardinal Ritter High School, 


We are your school’s official senior photographer. We will be taking senior pictures for your yearbook July 28th & 29th, from 9 AM- 3 PM, no appointment necessary. Please enter through the main entrance, the photos will be taken in the main gym. The dress for your picture is Tux for the gentleman and drape for the ladies. The tux and the drape will be provided by inter-state studios. You will also be photographed in a graduation gown to celebrate this milestone. The multiple pose opportunity will only be offered during the summer. In-school make up will be offered, but only one pose. 


There are no fees, you will receive information to view your proofs and order via email in 1-2 weeks. 


Don’t miss out on your opportunity to be in the senior section of your school yearbook!

 


Queridos padres/tutores y estudiantes de último año de la Escuela Secundaria Cardinal Ritter:


Somos los fotógrafos oficiales de su escuela para los retratos de último año. Tomaremos las fotos para su anuario el 28 y 29 de julio, de 9 AM a 3 PM, sin necesidad de cita previa. Por favor, ingresen por la entrada principal, las fotos se tomarán en el gimnasio principal. El atuendo para su foto es esmoquin para los caballeros y drapeado para las damas. El esmoquin y el drapeados serán proporcionados por Inter-state studios. También se les fotografiará con una toga de graduación para esta gran celebración. La oportunidad de múltiples poses solo se ofrecerá durante el verano. Se ofrecerá una sesión de fotos de recuperación en la escuela, pero solo con una pose.


No hay tarifas, recibirán información para ver sus pruebas y realizar pedidos por correo electrónico en 1-2 semanas.


No pierdan la oportunidad de estar en la sección de último año de su escuela. 

CLASS OF 2027 SENIOR SHIRTS

Seniors, now is the perfect time to order your Senior Shirt so you have it in time for the start of school in the fall. It is a 1/4 zip long-sleeved shirt, in black or grey, and costs just $35. Stop by the St. Francis Center, next to the school, and see Mrs. Baker to order your Senior Shirt. Be sure to have the size you want and your payment, cash or credit card.

Friday July 10 3-6 pm
& Saturday July 11 10-1 pm

 

Used Uniform Items to sell: 

If you have uniforms to sell they can be dropped off at the school office. All items should be dropped off before July 3rd.

  • Items should be clean and in gently-used condition. Items without stains, with working zippers and no missing buttons fetch the highest resale price.
  • ALL used uniforms are 50% off the listed price after 11am on Saturday.
  • All resale items must include a tag securely pinned to the item (please do not staple) with the following information:

   1.  Family/student name

   2.  Suggested Price

   3.  Contact information 

 

  • If you would like to collect any unsold items, please arrive at the gym by 11:30 to sort through the remaining items and find yours.  
  •  All unclaimed unsold items are donated to the Parents Club for next year's sale inventory. You will not receive payment in subsequent years for items donated but not sold or claimed in 2026.
  •  Each family will need to pick up their earnings from the advancement office.
  •  Proceeds from the sale of donated items benefit the Cardinal Ritter Parent Club.


New Uniforms for Sale:

Families will be able to purchase new uniform polos, sweatshirts, quarter-zips and gym uniforms. 


New uniform bottoms (skirts, shorts, pants) will be available in all sizes to try on. You can then place your order on site.


 

Volunteers are needed to staff the sale:

  •    Friday, July 10 from 1-6 pm 
  •    Saturday, July 11 from 10 am -1 pm. 
  •    Preferred shift? Friday, Saturday or both!
  •    Volunteers must be available for one full shift either day. No split shifts are available.
  •    Volunteers have the sneak peek, pre-sale right to purchase  items Friday at 2:30 p.m.  

Volunteers should contact event chair Catherine Harrison cehharrison2@gmail.com and indicate preferred shifts.  

Parents,

School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger, our school uniform provider, is offering an exclusive Back to School discount for our families: 10% off storewide with no minimum purchase required. The promotion runs July 6–13.

This is a great opportunity to get a jump on Back to School shopping. Visit globalschoolwear.com to shop our school's uniform store.

Use promo code WK4BTS26JL at checkout. This code is valid July 6–13 only.


 Cardinal Ritter High School is proud to host

two exciting Youth Football Camps this July! Presented by FlexWork Sports!


 Daniel Jones Youth Football Camp

 Friday, July 10

 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

 Register here: Daniel Jones Youth Football Camp Registration


 Sauce Gardner Youth Football Camp

 Sunday, July 19

 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

 Register here: Sauce Gardner Youth Football Camp Registration


Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for young athletes to learn from two NFL stars while developing their football skills in a fun and positive environment.


Presented by FlexWork Sports.


We are hiring a part-time employee in our Littler Ritter Raiders daycare. This is a great opportunity to work the school calendar and never have any nights or weekends to work. We have a small daycare open to teachers and staff of

Cardinal Ritter, St. Michael-St. Gabriel, St. Anthony, and Marian University. Also, you can receive a tuition discount at Cardinal Ritter if you are an employee.


Please call our Daycare Director Sarah Medina at 317-924-4333 extension 480 to discuss your interest in this position.

Indiana Members Credit Union has a debit card program where a portion of every purchase with an IMCU Cardinal Ritter debit card comes back to Cardinal Ritter . IMCU continues to support our local community. Go to IMCU to set-up your checking account and get the Cardinal Ritter debit card.  https://www.imcu.com/personal/checking.

Shopping to Support CRHS


You can support Cardinal Ritter by shopping at Kroger and Office Max along with getting rewards from Box Tops and Coke for our school. Visit our website to find out more details


Earn Money for CRHS! Get the Box Top App on your phone
and scan your grocery receipts!
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