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SHAMROCK LINES
January 2021
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Bring on 2021!
From Scotus Central Catholic President, Jeff Ohnoutka
There is no doubt that we are all ready to leave 2020 behind us. It was a tough year but once again we showed we are up to the challenge. That challenge required that people step up and meet it head-on. It required us to be creative and innovative in finding ways to make sure that our school stayed in in-person learning. Catholic schools have a fighter's mentality.
We understand that our work ethic and expectations must match a desire to bring Christ to all who are part of our schools. This is what we are called to do, and it is our mission here on Earth. So, the pandemic is not going to change the high expectations we have or our pursuit of excellence. I think the following verse from Romans 8:18 sums it all up well.
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.
Happy New Year!
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Scotus Central Catholic presents, "Oklahoma" |
The Scotus Musical “Oklahoma!” is tentatively set for February 12, 13, and 14, 2021 in the Scotus Memorial Hall. Details regarding tickets and attendance will be made available via social media and the Scotus webpage closer to the event dates.
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Yearbook Sales will be the week of January 18-22. Sales will take place during English class.
Books are $49 and checks can be made payable to Scotus Yearbook. If you have question please email Mrs. Rusher.
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Junior/Senior Prom
Prom will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021, in the Scotus cafeteria.
6:30 p.m. - Doors open
7:30 p.m. - Dinner
8:30-11:30 Dance
Please take time to review the dress code for formal dances, found in the Student/Parent Handbook. These dress code rules apply to both Scotus students and their outside dates.
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Scotus One Act just misses out on Class B state |
Congratulations to our one act team for placing second at the B-4 District Meet in York in early December. Great team effort by our students and coaches. We'd like to give a special shoutout to all the seniors who took part in their last year of One Act. Thank you for leading the way for our program!
Seniors: Lauren Betthenhausen, Maddie Blaser, Keira Feehan, Noah Korth, Clarissa Kosch, Christina Oakley, Simon Pichler, and Josh Styskal.
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The play "MacBeth: A Tale of Darkness" earned the B-4 District Runner-Up trophy. |
Winter Weather Closings Information
The arrival of January means the possibility of ice and snow and weather-related school closings. Scotus uses social media the local radio stations to announce any school closings due to the weather along with Civil Dispatch.
The earliest morning response is 5 am, unless the forecast was so threatening that closings could be announced the night before.
If weather necessitates that school closes during the day, all four Catholic schools will respond together. Mr. Ohnoutka will consult with the elementary principals before any dismissal is announced. A civil dispatch will be sent out.
Parents may pick up their student(s) or have them dismissed to drive home when there is threatening weather. Students are counted absent for missed time.
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Donate to SEF today
We know you believe in our school and in our service to the Church and we ask you to support Scotus Central Catholic through our SEF 16 campaign, “Stronger Together.” As of 12-21-20 we have raised $1,117,722 which is 87% of our goal! Please click here for more information on SEF16.
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Mark Your Calendars for the 40th annual Gala
The 40th annual Gala dinner/auction will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021. This is the school’s largest annual fundraiser and all proceeds are used to balance the annual budget and keep tuition expenses low for our school families. Click here for Gala Lottery Ticket Order Form
Because of the changes we had to make for last Gala, our 2020 co-chairs, Dan & Jill Clarey, Mike & Nicole Fleming and Joe & Shelly Steffensmeier have offered to serve a second year as co-chairs along the 2021 co-chairs: Tim & LeAnn Parker, Bobby & Rachel Pensick and Joe & Amy Wemhoff. We are also pleased to announce that the 2021 vice-chairs are: Tim & Caree Cielocha, Cory & Tricia Faust and Matt & Sharee Jedlicka.
If you would like to participate by donating an item for the silent or oral auctions, volunteer to help, or if you wish to receive an invitation to attend please contact our co-chairs, vice-chairs or Janice Rosenquist in the Scotus development office: 402 564 7165 ext. 154 or [email protected].
Your involvement will be key to our event’s success and that’s why we urge you to mark your calendars today!
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Staff Wish List
Administration (Jeff Ohnoutka)
· Replace windows in stairwells, TBD
· Entrance floor mats, TBD
Maintenance (Joe Schoenfelder)
· Six (6) 3’ x 10’ entry mats, $76 dollars each
Health (Janet Tooley)
· Carpeting for west wall of Health classroom, TBD
Media Center (Cathy Podliska)
· 13” Globe w/ wood stand, approx. 3’ tall, $350
· Christian/Inspirational books, $355
· 2017 Commemorative World Book Encyclopedia, $700
· Refinish Library Circulation Desk, $1,200
To donate to a wish list item, please contact the office at 402-564-7165
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LFT Reminders from the Theology Department |
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Campus Ministry Students interacting with 7th graders in the fall. |
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The requirements for Living the Faith hours remain the same for this year. As always, students can find contact information for local organizations as well as upcoming service opportunities on the x2VOL dashboard, and the requirements for hours are detailed on pgs. 9-11 of the student handbook.
Your copy should address 3 key questions: Who am I writing for? (Audience) Why should they care? (Benefit) What do I want them to do here? (Call-to-Action)
Create a great offer by adding words like "free" "personalized" "complimentary" or "customized." A sense of urgency often helps readers take an action, so think about inserting phrases like "for a limited time only" or "only 7 remaining!"
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Scotus Journalism Photos For Sale
Do you want to support our awesome Journalism students and get a photo of your son or daughter during a school day? How about an action shot from a volleyball game or a pep rally? All Fall activities photos have been updated online. Click HERE to see the albums.
If you would like to support Scotus Journalism and purchase photos, you can use the order form HERE. Let Mrs. Rusher know if you have any questions! [email protected]
Your support is greatly appreciated and helps fund our journalism department to purchase new cameras, software and more.
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Mark Your Calendars
· SCHOOL RESUMES - Wed., Jan. 6
· Wrestling Varsity Dual - Thurs., Jan. 7
· NHS Officers Meeting - Tue., Jan. 12, Room 127, 8:00 AM
· StuCo Meeting - Wed., Jan. 13, Room 126, 7:40 AM
· NHS Meeting - Thurs., Jan. 14, Little Theater, 7:40 AM
· TEAM SCOTUS DAY - Fri., Jan. 15
· FBLA Meeting - Tue., Jan. 19, Little Theater, 7:30 AM
· DRESS DOWN DAY - Fri., Jan. 22
· TEAM SCOTUS DAY - Thurs., Jan. 28
· Nebraska Walk For Life, Sat., Jan .30, Lincoln
· NO SCHOOL INSERVICE DAY- Mon., Feb. 1
To see the calendar of Shamrock events for January click HERE
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Senior Scholarship Updates
o Is the ACT still needed? - Click here
· Drop and Add for Semester 2 will be from November 23rd - December 11th
· How to submit a Drop and Add Request:
o Go to scotuscc.org
o Click Academics/Activities
o Click Counseling Services
o Click “2nd SEMESTER DROP & ADD FORM” and answer the form accordingly
o Please feel free to come talk to Ms. Brichacek if you have any questions or concerns about your schedule for 2nd semester!
· Get into a habit of checking Naviance weekly for new scholarships that may be added. Click HERE to access your account.
· College admission counselors are great resources to use when wanting more information about scholarships you may be eligible for!
Job Shadowing
· Check out why job shadowing is important for our students! WATCH
· Working with our Careers Counselor is easy! Mrs. McPhillips helps all our students with setting up job shadows. WATCH
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