November 22, 2024 EDITION

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Dear Parents,

With Thanksgiving next week, I know that I have so much to be thankful for. Every time

I am in the building, I am awed by our students’ smiles, genuine greetings, and their

enthusiasm. Our students here are truly a gift. There are so many times that out in the

community I hear how wonderful they are and what a great tribute they are to our

school. For them I am grateful.

The faculty, staff and Board of Directors, day after day, continue to work to ensure that

our students are being given the tools to be successful. They stay late, they volunteer,

and they continue to be examples of Christ in our building. For them I am Grateful.

I am equally grateful for our parents who have entrusted us with the education of their

students. Thank you parents who continue to give of their time, talent and treasure.

We could not do this without you.

Every day here is a blessing for which I am thankful.

Happy Thanksgiving!

God Bless

Mrs. Hoy

You are now able to check grades through the PowerSchool App! Once you have created your parent account, go to your app store and download PowerSchool.

CRHS access code is TMHH.

¡Ahora puedes comprobar las calificaciones a través de la aplicación PowerSchool! Una vez que haya creado su cuenta principal, vaya a su tienda de aplicaciones y descargue PowerSchool. El código de acceso CRHS es TMHH.

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

Seniors & Families:The 2025-26 FAFSA is now available!

 This is a few days earlier than the anticipated December 1 date. As a reminder, in the state of Indiana, it is a requirement for seniors in high school to file the FAFSA. Both the student and at least one parent/guardian will need to create a FSA ID in order to complete the FAFSA. More information and the form itself can be found at studentaid.gov. All families are invited to attend Cardinal Ritter's FAFSA night on January 9th (same night as parent-teacher conferences) from 2-6 PM to receive in-person help completing the FAFSA; students and parents planning to attend this event are highly encouraged to create FSA IDs at least 3 days beforehand. In the meantime, if you need more immediate assistance with the form, you can contact Karen Heavin of Heavin College and Career Readiness at karen@heavinccr.com, the federal FAFSA helpline at 1-800-4-FED-AID, or INvestEd at outreach@investedindiana.org or 317-715-9007. 

The Pathways Program would like to extend a huge THANK YOU for bringing your exceptional scholars to visit Marian University’s historic campus!

Marian would like to learn more about students’ interests. Kindly encourage your scholars to complete the Marian University Interest Form by Tuesday, November 26^th to stay in communication with Marian University regarding admissions and youth summer camps and programs.

Summer camp registration opens on Friday, December 13^th. Scholarships are available for all Marian University Summer Camps!

Here is a list of what you can expect at Summer at Marian 2025

Healthcare Camp | June 2-6, 2025

This is a one-week overnight camp including hands-on, high-tech, and interactive experiences for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in learning more about the healthcare professions. This immersive experience will explore the variety of careers in the healthcare and medical fields and give participants a glimpse of what a day as a healthcare professional might be like. This camp is located at Marian University Indianapolis. Participants must apply and applications will be reviewed before being admitted.

INnovation through Engineering Camp | June 9-12, 2025

The E.S. Witchger School of Engineering (WSOE) is dedicated to fostering a new generation of engineers through its innovative summer program, INnovation Through Engineering! Summer Camp. This program is designed to ignite a passion for STEM, especially engineering, among high school students. It provides them a unique opportunity to explore engineering disciplines, develop critical skills, and envision a future in STEM. Central to the camp's mission are four key goals guiding every aspect of the experience, ensuring each participant gains a comprehensive and transformative understanding of engineering. This camp is located at Marian University Indianapolis. Participants must apply and applications will be reviewed before being admitted.

Knight’s Journey: A College Transition Camp for Students with Disabilities | June 12-June 13^th

A two-day camp aimed at providing tenth-twelfth graders with disabilities the knowledge and information needed to transition from high school to college. Topics include establishing accommodations, discussing your disability with others, and self-advocating for access needs. Along with transition knowledge, we will also provide students with the opportunity to socialize on a college campus. We will conclude our camp with a trip to the Indianapolis Zoo!

Latino Pathways Camp | June 14-15, 2025

The one-day overnight camp program offers an immersive experience for up to 100 Latino high school students, designed to introduce them to college life through hands-on activities in Engineering, Medical, and Education Simulations. Throughout the camp, students will learn about the college admissions process, stay overnight on campus, and take part in culturally relevant evening events. Families will be invited to attend the camp’s opening, where the LLI Team will provide a special presentation in Spanish about Marian University!

Philosophy for Future Leaders Camp | June 16-20, 2025

Think better, live better, be better. This intensive, week-long summer camp will cultivate the critical thinking skills of future leaders in areas of ethical and social concern. Through an engagement with primary texts in small, expert-led discussion groups and hands-on activities, such as team debates and case studies, participants will develop the skills and sensibilities of thoughtful, ethically-minded leaders. Participants will be exposed to logic and critical thinking, ethical theories and character development, and principles of good citizenship, all while making friends and earning college credit.

Musical Theatre Camp 5^th-12^th Grade | June 16-27, 2025

Jump onstage with us as part of a full-scale musical this summer at the Marian University Musical Theatre Camp! Campers will receive hands-on training in acting, vocals, and dance and participate in an original musical theatre production. Registration includes a t-shirt, lunch, snacks, and two complimentary tickets to the performance.

21^st Century Scholars Camp | June 23-27, 2025

We are excited to invite 21st Century Scholar high school students to join our Marian University 21st Century Scholar Launch Your Future Summer Camp. During the camp scholars will have the opportunity to complete 21st Century ScholarTrack Activities to maintain their scholarship eligibility, participate in workplace tours to Indianapolis organizations such as the Indianapolis Zoo and Children's Museum, and interact with current 21st Century Scholar Mentors! This camp is located at Marian University Indianapolis. This camp is open to 21st Century Scholar High School students. The camp fee is free.

Klipsch Educators College Leadership Institute | June 23-27, 2025

Unlock your leadership potential at our immersive camp designed exclusively for high school students. This one-week day camp will help you develop essential leadership skills through interactive workshops, team-building activities, and off-campus experiences. Elevate your abilities, amplify your voice, and become a trailblazer ready to lead with confidence at our transformative leadership camp. Sibling Discounts are available. An additional $50 dollars is discounted off for each sibling who registers for this camp.

Marian University Band Camp | June 23-27, 2026

The Marian University Summer Band Camp is open to all 8th-12th graders who have at least 2 years of experience in band. Students will be able to participate in the color guard, drum major, musician, or student leadership tracks.

Bulldogs & Knights UNITE! Butler University & Marian University STEAM Academy | July 7-10, 2025

Marian University and Butler University are uniting to create a collaborative STEAM academy for rising sixth graders to rising ninth graders! Future Knights and Future Bulldogs will explore authentic character development skills and gain exposure to fields in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics in unique and engaging ways! Campers will explore civic-mindedness and go beyond the traditional STEM programs - breaking the stereotypes of what STEAM is all about! Campers will learn about how these fields of study appear and function in other countries which will result in expanded worldview, global exposure, and new perspectives - all while exploring life on college campus!

In partnership with NASA, the Hispanic Heritage Foundation is excited to bring you Hacking a Career in Space Exploration, a virtual event featuring NASA professionals sharing their career paths and insights.

Think you need to be a rocket scientist to work at NASA? Think again! Join us on Thursday, December 5th at 4:00 PM ET and learn from our panelists as they share their personal journeys, offer glimpses into their daily work, and discuss how they found their way to their current roles advancing space exploration.

Come discover how different skills, backgrounds, and experiences come together at NASA! No advanced STEM degree required - just bring your curiosity and questions.

REGISTER HERE

Want to take part in the conversation? Submit your questions during registration! You can even submit a video question for a chance to be featured during the live event!