REPORT CARDS WILL BE 
SENT OUT ON MONDAY

Due to the number of illness-related absences prior to break and the volume of make-up exams currently being completed, report cards will be sent out on Monday.

Anna Cromer and 
Eva Aguayo Martinez

Roncalli is beyond thrilled to announce that seniors Eva Aguayo Martinez and Anna Cromer have been selected as 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholars for Marion County and Johnson County! Eva received recognition from the Central Indiana Community Foundation, and Anna was selected by the Johnson County Community Foundation.

Scholars are selected based on outstanding academic achievement, leadership, character and dedication to serving their community. As recipients of the prestigious Lilly Scholarship, Eva and Anna will each receive a full-tuition scholarship, plus books and fees, to any college or university in Indiana to which they are accepted. Congratulations, Eva and Anna!

The Lady Royals are Circle City Conference Champions after defeating Brebeuf Jesuit 63-41 and going 3-0 in their Conference. Junior Elliot Leffler led the team in scoring with 16 points and two blocks. Senior Reagan Turk earned the Business Art DeSigns Royal Player of the Game and the Toughness Belt for her strong play on both ends of the court. She finished with 15 points, seven rebounds and three steals. Senior Catie Rosko had nine points and three assists. The Lady Royals are back in action tonight at home in a girls/boys doubleheader against Franklin Central for Cancer Awareness Night!

During the girls basketball Marion County Championship on December 15, junior Elliot Leffler surpassed 1,000 career points. Congratulations, Elliot!

The Royal wrestlers came home as Marion County Champs for the second straight year and the third county title in school history. The Royals had five individual champions, including senior Blake Getz who became only the seventh wrestler to have four county titles. 

Top scoring teams:

RONCALLI 262

Franklin Central 209

Decatur Central 181

Perry Meridian 167.5

Individual Results:

Senior Blake Getz 4x Champ

Senior Peyton Schoettle 3x Champ

Senior Jackson McCurdy Champ

Junior Caleb Morrow Champ

Sophomore Carter Sanford Champ

Sophomore Gavyn Kemp 2nd

Senior Andrew McHugh 2nd

Senior MJ Morton 2nd

Junior Jack Richardson 3rd

Junior Jack Andrews 6th

Junior Jake Ready 6th

Roncalli seniors Claire May 4-0 and Olivia Lemus 3-0 led with both placing first at the Perry Meridian sectionals. Sophomore Abby McNeil (2-1) placed third and also advanced to regionals. Junior Annabelle Rose (3-2) placed 5th. While sophomores Alayna Garnica and Kiera Conlin and freshman Piper Jackson fell short of moving on, they all showed huge improvements from the first time they stepped on the mat.

Left to right: Jack Andrews R‘11, Josh Campbell, Kari Andrews Campbell R'03, Bryan Espinoza R’28, Robin Bartram Andrews Hartkorn R'77, Emmett Andrews R'35, Tim Hartkorn R'79, Karlynn Andrews R'37 and Phil Andrews R'05

Congratulations to sophomore Bryan Espinoza, the 2025 recipient of the Karl Andrews Heart and Soul Memorial Scholarship. This is the 23rd anniversary of this scholarship in memory of Karl Damon Andrews. Pictured above is Bryan joined by the Andrews family at the football banquet.

SECOND SEMESTER CHOICE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

If you missed the Choice Scholarship Application (formerly known as a voucher) for the first semester, a second application window is open until January 15. If you have any questions or want to see if you qualify, please contact Julie Gantner, director of tuition assistance, at jgantner@roncalli.org.

MOCK INTERVIEW SESSIONS

The Guidance Department is hosting mock interview sessions to help students gain confidence and skills for future opportunities—whether a part-time job, full-time job, scholarship or more.

Dates:

Tuesday, January 13: 3:00 PM - 5:15 PM, Student Life Center

Thursday, February 5: 3:00 PM - 5:15 PM, Student Life Center

Students will participate in mock interviews with local professionals and receive personalized feedback to prepare them for real-world interviews.

For more information and to sign up your student, click here: Interview Ready - Student Sign Up

CHOIR SENIOR NIGHT & ROYAL RHAPSODY PREVIEW

Senior Night for our advanced choirs is Wednesday, January 21, at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. After honoring our seniors, Royal Rhapsody will kick off their competition season with a preview of their show. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6:30 PM. 

ATTENTION FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE PARENTS!

Scheduling for the Sophomore class for the 2026-2027 school year 

begins January 12!

Scheduling for the Freshmen class for the 2026-2027 school year 

begins January 26!

* Counselors went over the scheduling process with current sophomores on Wednesday, January 7, and current freshmen on Thursday, January 8. A scheduling packet should have come home with your student. 

* STUDENT REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED AND PAID BY THEIR SCHEDULING APPOINTMENT TO ENSURE PLACEMENT IN NEXT YEAR'S COURSES. Visit https://roncalli.fsenrollment.com/users/sign_in to complete registration for the 2026-2027 school year.  THE COST OF REGISTRATION WENT UP TO $150 on January 1, 2026!

* Please go over the prerequisites and courses with your student. Visit https://www.roncalli.org/academics/scheduling-forms/ to view all schedule-related forms. NOTE: We will not be providing a Master Schedule this year. Course conflicts will be addressed after course requests are complete.

* Your student will sign up for an appointment with their counselor using the link that will be sent on the day of their presentation. Students CANNOT sign up during a core class (English, Science, Math, Social Studies or Theology) or a class in which they have a test or quiz.  

* Advanced Placement and 8-Period day forms can be found on the scheduling website. Counselors will remove students from AP courses if the form is not filled out by January 16. Please sign these forms right away to ensure your child’s placement in AP courses.

Contact your counselor with questions!

ROAR is our premier annual fundraiser that supports our annual fund projects, including tuition assistance, student enrichment, teacher development and school improvements.

The night features food, drinks, silent auctions, raffles, live entertainment and much more. 

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers for our planning committee.

We are also seeking items for our auctions (vacation rentals, tickets to local sporting events, behind-the-scenes experiences, home improvement services, gift cards, wine, bourbon, spirits, etc.). Your donations are tax-deductible.

If you can help or have an item to donate, email Brandi Young, director of alumni relations and special events, at byoung@roncalli.org.

FAFSA NIGHTS

The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now open! All seniors should plan to complete the FAFSA, regardless of their plans after graduation. Check out the following opportunities to receive personal help completing your FAFSA form. Direct questions to Steven Freck, college and career counselor, at sfreck@roncalli.org. 

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK

AND PURCHASE A SENIOR AD

Do you want to make sure your student receives a yearbook for the current school year? You can order online now. The discounted price is $65 until February 15, when the price increases to $80. Yearbooks will be passed out to graduating seniors in July and to all other students on the first day of the 2026-27 school year.

Would you like to purchase an ad for your graduating senior? You can click the link for detailed instructions and pricing. Deadline is March 1 or when the ad space fills up, whichever comes first. If you have any questions about the yearbook, email Julie Albertson, journalism instructor at jalbertson@roncalli.org.

SERVICE HOUR REQUIREMENTS

The service expectations for each Roncalli student for the 2025/2026 school year are included below.

Join us for the Athletics Cash Bash & Raffle on FRIDAY, February 27, 2026 at The Atrium - 3143 East Thompson. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Dinner will be served at 7:00 PM, and the raffle begins at 8:00 PM. There are so many ways to win - tip boards, ticket draws, 50/50s, pull tabs and cash drawings and raffles totaling $5,000!

Contact David Lauck, athletic director, to become a sponsor or purchase your tickets. You won't want to miss this event!

2025-2026 PRICING

30 Tickets - $150

50 Tickets - $250

100 Tickets - $500

Physical Ticket Bundles/Eventlink Bundles:

• No refund, exchanges or replacement tickets will be given. Once tickets are purchased, they are the ticket holder’s responsibility.
• Good for all home events excluding Marion County and IHSAA tournament events. 
• Physical bundles can be purchased anytime in the Athletic Department during school hours. Payment options: cash or check (made out to Roncalli)
• Eventlink Ticket Bundles can be purchased on Eventlink at https://websites.eventlink.com/s/roncalli-high-school/Tickets

RONCALLI MEDIA NETWORK SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorships start at just $500 and include opportunities for digital ads, permanent signage, on-air commercials and more. Whether you’re looking to boost brand visibility or support Catholic education in a meaningful way, we can customize a package that fits your marketing goals and your budget.

For more information, contact Tina Hayes, director of advancement, 
at (317) 787-8277, ext. 239, or thayes@roncalli.org.

Roncalli Media Network is the place to be for all things RHS! You can check out the calendar at the button below for all broadcast information each week. You will just click on the date, and it will direct you to the live stream.

21ST CENTURY SCHOLARS

Students who are a part of the 21st Century Scholar program and their families are asked to attend one of the check-in meetings scheduled throughout the 2025-2026 school year!  Students should select one of the meeting dates/times listed below and connect with the Guidance Team in the Student Life Center (SLC). Families are welcome to attend the meeting with their student if they wish to learn more about the program. 

Every family who received an email from Steven Freck, college and career counselor, on September 4, 2025 has a student currently enrolled in the 21st Century Scholar program. Please direct questions to sfreck@roncalli.org. 

STAND UP TEAM

Each week, our STAND team meets to confidentially review student needs and address any physical, social, emotional or spiritual challenges that may affect learning. The team provides support, guidance and referrals, and also leads programs that promote healthy living and overall well-being in our school community.

If you have questions about STAND or concerns about a student’s mental health, please contact Assistant Principal Michael Wantz at mwantz@roncalli.org.

Read the full Stand Up Roncalli High School Mental Health Initiative linked to the button below.

TUITION WORK PROGRAM

Did you know that Roncalli offers opportunities for families to work at local venues such as Lucas Oil, Notre Dame Stadium, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Indiana Convention Center and more to help offset the cost of tuition? 

• Fill out this form - Tuition Work Program - 25-26 Sign-Up
• For some more FAQ, please click here - Tuition Work Program FAQ

Contact TuitionWorkProgram@Roncalli.org with questions.

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Parents did you know you can now register online for a virtual urgent care visit with your school-based nurse practitioner? Whether your child is at home or school, we've got you covered! Get quick, convenient care when it's needed most.

CLICK ON "SCHEDULE" AT THE TOP TAB AND THEN EITHER "ESTABLISHED PATIENT VIDEO VISIT" OR "NEW PATIENT VIDEO VISIT"

For more information contact Ashley Mahin, FNP-C Provider, at (317) 500-4572.

ALUMNI MASSES & LUNCHEONS 
- MARCH 2026

Each year, we are honored to welcome alumni from Sacred Heart, Bishop Chartrand and Kennedy Memorial back to Roncalli to gather in prayer and fellowship. These special Masses and luncheons provide a meaningful opportunity to reconnect, reflect and celebrate the shared traditions that continue to shape our community.

This year, we are especially proud to introduce a new addition, an alumni Mass and luncheon honoring our Roncalli Golden Guard alumni from the Classes of 1970–1975.

You may learn more about each of the March events here or RSVP:

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Roncalli Golden Guard Mass & Luncheon

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Bishop Chartrand Alumni Mass and Luncheon

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Sacred Heart and Kennedy Memorial Alumni Mass

We look forward to welcoming our alumni home this March.

SAVE THE DATE

KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS

Every little bit counts! Make sure your Kroger card is associated with Roncalli! Go to https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards and choose "link your shopper's card" or create an account if you do not already have one. Roncalli’s code is AS409. The Roncalli community donated $6,578.13 to Roncalli last school year through the Kroger Community Rewards program!

1/19/26

MARTIN LUTHER 
KING JR. DAY 
NO SCHOOL

1/21/26

CHOIR SENIOR NIGHT & ROYAL RHAPSODY PREVIEW NIGHT

1/25/26 - 1/30/26

NATIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 
WEEK

• For the Lobsiger family who lost their family home due to fire.
• For the repose of the soul of Regina “Gina” Eagan, wife of Michael Eagan C'68, mother of Brian Eagan R'95, mother-in-law of Erin Eagan, Roncalli STARS instructional assistant, grandmother of senior Frankie Eagan and Taylor Eagan R'22.
• For our Pope Leo XIV. Lord, grant him wisdom, strength and a heart like Yours to lead the Church with faith and love.
• For the healing of senior BC (Brayden Collins), who is battling leukemia.
• For God’s blessings and mercy upon Archbishop Charles Thompson and his ministry in shepherding the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.
• For those who struggle to find adequate food, clothing, shelter and medical services and for those most in need of God’s mercy.
• For healing of body, mind and spirit for all people dealing with depression, addiction or mental health issues.
• For strength and healing for all those fighting off life-threatening illnesses and for their families and caregivers.
• For the men and women of our armed forces and their families, especially our Roncalli High School alums serving in the military.
• For our Roncalli alums preparing for a religious vocation as a priest, religious woman or missionary.
• For vocations to the priesthood, religious life and missionary field, and that Roncalli High School and its families will provide a nurturing environment that fosters and supports these vocations.

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