REGAL WEEKLY

October 27th - October 31st

At Regina’s September board meeting, Superintendent Devaney presented updated Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws for Regina governance. We are deeply grateful for Bishop Walsh’s leadership in prioritizing Catholic education and for guiding this process across the Diocese of Davenport. All Catholic schools in the Diocese will be updating their foundational documents to ensure consistent board structures and best practices. Here is a summary of the major updates:

Our official legal name is now Regina Catholic Schools.
Governance and operations are now explicitly grounded in Canon Law, ensuring Regina remains faithful to the mission of the Catholic Church.
The documents clearly define the Bishop’s leadership role and the Pastors’ responsibilities in governance.
The Board of Education structure and officer roles have been updated for clarity and consistency across the diocese.
Committees have been streamlined to focus on Executive and Finance, with others created as needed.
Language was added to reaffirm Regina’s mission as a Catholic school open to all families, where every student participates in Catholic formation.

These updates ensure Regina remains strong in its Catholic identity and in alignment with the Diocese of Davenport.

The Regina School Board and Diocesan policies are available at www.regina.org/board. I am deeply grateful to those who have served on the School Board over the years and to our current members for their continued dedication. Their leadership helps keep Regina focus on our mission and committed to our students and families.

Key Dates

Football Playoffs 1st Round - Oct. 24
Girls Regional Volleyball - Oct. 27
PSAT Administration - Oct. 28
NHS Blood Drive - Oct. 29
Chocolate Prize Assembly - October 28th
Black and Orange out of dress code day:

-10:00am Eagles, Lambs, Lions, and Doves Halloween parade. 2:00pm Lions, Doves, K-6 Halloween parade @ front circle. - October 31st

Please submit requests for the Regal Weekly HERE by Wednesday 3:00 p.m.

CENTER-WIDE NEWS

NEW Volunteerism at Regina

Volunteering is a vital part of our Catholic School and an expression of our faith in action. Without volunteers, the events and programs that bring our Regina community together simply wouldn’t happen.

This year, our goal is for each family to have at least one person volunteer one time. There are many opportunities currently available and some you can even do from home!

Please visit www.regina.org/volunteer for more information and opportunities. This page is updated regularly with opportunities for both adults and students.

Our faith calls us to serve. Our Regina community is stronger when you do. So we challenge you to consider: If not you, then who?

NEW A reminder that all postseason tickets are sold online and no staff passes will be accepted.

Below are links to those tickets.

Football - https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/

Volleyball - https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/regina/tickets

Livestream to both - https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ia/iowa-city/organization/1537/regina-high-school

REMINDER

Lands' End Sale

Dates: Now through October 28

Discount: 30% off most uniform styles

Promo Code: UNIFORMSTYLE30

REMINDER

School Tuition Organization

School Tuition Organization (STO) provides need-based tuition assistance to Regina students. Donations receive a 75% tax credit. Click here for more information on STO or here for the STO website to donate.

REMINDER

Parent volunteers needed for Eucharistic Adoration

We are looking for adults who may have time in their day to sit in front of the Blessed Sacrament while students and/or classes come into the chapel for Adoration. Nothing is required of you except to be present in the chapel. Please sign up here.

JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

REMINDER
Jrs & Srs: Internships Available!

Explore a career interest and earn both high school and college credit with a 40-hour internship through Workplace Learning Connection.

Students need time built into their school schedule to participate, so before applying discuss this with your counselor to review your 2nd semester availability.

Student/Parent portions of the application are due by 3PM on Friday, October 31st. Apply here.

Students are encouraged to apply early as spots are limited!

Tyson Wirth (last names A-K), tyson.wirth@regina.org or David Zoeckler (last names L-Z), david.zoeckler@regina.org

REMINDER

LAST CHANCE!! '24-'25 Jr./Sr. High Yearbook

Missed ordering last year’s yearbook? We’ve got you covered - literally! A few 2024–'25 books remain for $60 each. With 93% of our 7–12 students pictured at least three times, the yearbook truly captures the joy of life at Regina.

Email Annie Gavin at annie.gavin@regina.org to grab yours!

PRESCHOOL NEWS

Our preschoolers have been busy continuing their learning this week with pumpkins!

This week was filled with hands-on activities. The children had the chance to explore the insides of real pumpkins, feeling the texture and the stringy parts, and counting so many seeds. Everyone was excited to share how the insides felt and how many seeds they counted. We also brought out our creativity by painting pumpkins in all kinds of fun colors, each one unique. It’s always so much fun to see learning come alive through play and interactive creative experiences!

NEWS FROM REGINA ORGANIZATIONS

REMINDER PISA Christmas Greenery Sale

Let Regina help you decorate your home or business for the Christmas season. The Parents in Support of the Arts/PISA annual Wreath & Poinsettia Sale is going on NOW! Please consider making a purchase for your family or as a gift. Donations are accepted as well.

Item Order Options: Beautiful Poinsettias in Red or Cream varieties. 25" Wreaths in: Classic, Victorian, Cranberry Splash or Wintergreen styles. The very popular 22” LIVE Dwarf Alberta Spruce Tabletop Christmas Tree with whimsical garland, LED light string, and gold star on top! Also, **NEW** this year we are able to offer a Sugarberry Centerpiece bursting with naturally scented mixed evergreens and includes an LED center wax candle and LED light set. Important Dates:

Order Deadline: Friday, October 31 by 11:59 pm.
Order and pay online: click HERE
Order Pick Up: will be on or around Saturday, Dec. 6th. Exact date TBA.
Door Drop delivery in IC, Coralville and N. Liberty for $10, exact date TBA.

Questions? Contact greenery sales chair Shane Schemmel at pisa.fundraising@gmail.com

REMINDER Staff Appreciation

Help us support our wonderful Regina staff by volunteering or donating to make our Staff Appreciation Week a success. Staff Appreciation Week is November 17-21, 2025 and we will be providing lunch, treats, and surprises all week.

Volunteer

Donate

JH/HS coffee signup

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact co-chairs Aubrey Stafford, aubreystafford@gmail.com or Brittney Ahrens at brittneyahrens@gmail.com

REMINDER Pop's Patio Auction Now Open for Post Season Play!

Bidding is now open here for our first post season game October 24th. Pop's BBQ for 20 people (pulled pork, mac-n-cheese, and cornbread). Host the patio on your own or go in with a group for a great time!

Bidding starts at $250. Don't want to wait until Thursday October 23rd at noon to find out if you won it, push the buy now button for $600 to secure your spot. If it's cold outside, we will have the heating tower going.

REMINDER Gala Class Baskets

Regina’s all school fundraiser -- The Regina Gala -- will be held on January 31, 2026. It is the committee's goal to find easy, budget-friendly ways for all Regina families to contribute to its success. With your help, we will create a themed gift basket from your student’s grade to be auctioned off at the Gala event. We are asking that you please consider donating an item or donating financially to the grade basket.

If you don't want to shop for an item this year, the Gala Committee has you covered! You can donate financially to a basket and they'll shop for you. Follow this link for class baskets and this link for the financial donation form for Class Baskets.

For questions contact: Jen Hoeger, specialevents@regina.org

REMINDER National Honor Society

Hey Regals! Save the date to save lives!

The Regina National Honor Society is sponsoring a blood drive on Wednesday, October 29th. Sign up here! We invite you to donate blood for our local hospitals and patients in need. You can help!

You can donate if you are 16+ and all students must bring a signed parental consent form. Regina staff and parents/guardians are welcome to sign up as well.

QUICK LINKS BELOW

Volunteer Opportunities

School Calendar(s)

Lunch Menu

Purchase 2025-2026 Athletic Passes Here

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