May 2025 Parent Pride Newsletter

Dear Parent / Guardian,

The time has almost come for an end to another successful school year. We have had so many positive things happen to us this year and we are so grateful for the involvement of our parents, families, and friends of Joliet Catholic Academy. As we look to the month of May, we have many exciting events. Our seniors will be celebrating their Baccalaureate Mass / Senior Honors night on Thursday, May 15th at The Cathedral of St. Raymond and Graduation on Sunday, May 18th in the Student Activity Center. The underclassmen will have their Honors Celebration on Monday, May 19th during school. The Mother’s Day Mass for Juniors and Seniors will be on Friday, May 9th at 12:00 PM in the Student Activity Center.

As the school year comes to a close, please take time to reflect on the school year and all of the events that have happened to your child at JCA in and out of the classroom. In the past, I have had suggestions given by parents about how to make JCA an even better place and I encourage you to do the same if you feel comfortable. We feel that it is very important to hear from all of our JCA family! Finally, please look online at our 25/26 At-A-Glance Calendar so you can plan accordingly for next year.

We at JCA hope that your family is blessed this summer and that you are able to enjoy each other and find time for family events. We look forward to seeing our students and families in the fall where we will continue to thrive as a JCA community and have an even better year!

Finally, we'd like to welcome Class of 2029 parents, who have been added to our e-mail list for this month, as upcoming tryouts and events hosted this summer will be pertaining to their students.

Blessings always,

Associate Principal's Office

BUS SCHEDULE

Wednesday 5/21 - Regular pick-up time (Buses depart at 11:35 a.m.)

Thursday 5/22 - Regular pick-up time (Buses depart at 10:25 a.m.)

Friday 5/23 - Regular pick-up time (Buses depart at 10:25 a.m.)

BOOK BUY-BACK

An online book buy-back will be conducted by BNC Services. Students can begin creating their quotes two weeks prior to the end of classes through their bookstore accounts. Detailed information will be posted to the JCA website, www.jca-online.org. If any of your books are not purchased or the quoted price is lower than you would like, you can try to sell the books elsewhere.

SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS

Summer assignments will be available at the end of the school year on the JCA website, www.jca-online.org, under the Students tab.

Dean's Office

Business Office

Tuition Accounts for ALL students must be current at this time. Any student whose account is not current by April 25, 2025 will be denied any year-end privileges granted to his/her class (i.e. Prom, end-of-year lunch, etc.). In addition, any JCA student with a past due balance may not participate on any school-sponsored trip until all current tuition and fees are paid in full.

The Registration Fee for 2025/2026 term was billed and will be due on March 31, 2025. This will hold your place as a registered student, but your student will NOT be registered or placed in the classes chosen for the 2025/2026 term until ALL balances are paid in full.

^{Senior Student will not receive any transcripts, diplomas, etc. until ALL balances are paid in full.}

* Payments not received by April 30, 2025 must be satisfied by cash, credit card, cashier’s check, money order, or certified check. Personal

checks will not be accepted.

Counseling Department

Dear Parents,

We join you in congratulating our Class of 2025 on their remarkable accomplishments. It has been an honor to work alongside you with each of our seniors through their four years at JCA. We wish your families the best as you begin the next chapter and ask you to stay connected with us going forward. Our students, our graduates, and our families are forever our foundation and our inspiration. We are grateful for each of you. We encourage our underclassmen and families to explore career pathways and college campuses this summer when/if time allows. Summer programs are offered at so many college campuses. We ask our students to take time to volunteer, shadow and/or network as they continue to explore their path for the future. Enjoy the summer!

God’s Blessings,

Kris Horn School Counselor/Director of Counseling

Advisory

Freshmen: This month Mrs. Horn will work with the Freshmen on preparing for final exams and completing 9th grade Naviance; Review end of the year goals.

Sophomores: This month Mr. Palmasani will work on the Student Paths survey along with finalizing resume building.

Juniors: This month Mrs. Voltz will work on the Student Paths surveys.

On May 28th our Counseling Department will be offering a Common App Workshop. See the flyer below and encourage your student to register today!

Seniors: Please make sure your Senior sends in their college scholarship information to the Counseling Department.

2025 AP Exams

Monday May 5^th

8am- AP Biology; 3 hours

12pm- AP Microeconomics; 2 hours 10 minutes

Tuesday May 6^th

8am-AP Chemistry; 3 hours 15 minutes

12pm-AP United States Government and Politics; 3 hours

Wednesday May 7^th

8am-AP English Literature and Composition; 3 hours

12pm-AP Computer Science A; 3 hours

Thursday May 8^th

8am-AP Statistics; 3 hours

12pm-AP Japanese Language and Culture; 2 hours

Friday May 9^th

8am-AP United States History; 3 hours 15 minutes

Monday May 12^th

8am-AP Calculus AB; 3 hours 15 minutes

Tuesday May 13^th

8am-AP Pre-Calculus; 3 hours

Wednesday May 14^th

8am-AP English Language and Composition; 3 hours 15 minutes

8am-AP German Language and Culture; 3 hours 3 minutes

Thursday May 15^th

8am-AP Spanish Language and Culture; 3 hours 3 minutes

Friday May 16^th

8am-AP Physics; 3 hours

Campus Ministry

Mother's Day Mass is a long-held tradition at JCA. All Juniors and Seniors are welcomed to invite their mothers and the mother figures in their lives to join them for mass on Friday, May 9th, 2025, in the Student Activity Center at 12pm. Juniors are allowed to dress up for school that day but must remember to stay within the handbook guidelines. They will go to class through period 4 and then will proceed to the gym to meet their guests. Seniors take their 1^st and 2^nd period exams and then may go home to change and return for mass.

We ask that all Juniors and their guests sit in the bleachers; chairs are reserved for Seniors and their guests. Of course, any Junior with a guest who specifically needs a chair is welcome to use them. All Juniors and Seniors are dismissed after mass to enjoy the afternoon with their moms.

Please reach out to Campus Ministry if you have any questions.

JCA Work Service Program

Students in need of financial assistance to attend JCA may apply to work the JCA Summer Work Service Program. Students with the greatest financial need along with this completed application will take priority. Students should have applied for FACTS to qualify for the JCA Work Program. Please return the completed application by Friday, May 16, 2025. Contact Dr. Bailey with any questions.

Scholarship and Tuition Assistance | Joliet Catholic Academy

Institutional Advancement

The Annual Appeal is the foundation of fundraising to maintain academic achievement within our school. The school community of parents, alumni, faculty/staff, and friends contribute financially to help bridge the gap between the cost to educate a student and the cost of tuition. JCA’s tuition covers only 86% of the actual cost of educating a student. As a faith-based school our mission is to limit tuition increases for all families.

Your contribution helps us make up the difference – but, more importantly, your contribution makes a difference! Join us in keeping Joliet Catholic Academy strong by making your gift to the Annual Appeal today.

YOU are the DIFFERENCE!

Give to the Annual Appeal

Athletics

Each summer, Joliet Catholic Academy welcomes over 1,000 grade school students to the home of the Angels and Hilltoppers! JCA offers different camps to accommodate campers’ individual interests via Athletic, Activity, and Fine Art Camps. Our accomplished teachers and coaches enjoy working with campers so they can have fun, learn something new, and improve their skills. Camps are available to those of all ages, ranging from three-years-old all the way up to incoming freshmen.

Summer Camps | Joliet Catholic Academy (jca-online.org)

The BOUND JCA App

The Official JCA Athletics Android/iPhone App! This is great for everyone; Alumni, Families, Students, and JCA Fans! Download today and sign up for notifications!

Health Office

FRESHMEN: Illinois state law requires ALL freshmen to have a dental examination form on file. FRESHMEN who do not provide a dental exam by MAY 15, 2025 will have their final semester grade HELD!