RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
October 2, 2026
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🍁 HAPPY FALL BREAK 🍂
Loving God,
Thank You for the gift of learning and for our families and friends.
Bless this fall break with rest, joy and renewal.
Refresh our minds and hearts so we return ready to serve You with gratitude.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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FALL & SPRING BREAK POLICIES
School policy does not provide for any early start or extension of either fall or spring break. No student will be excused from school on any day(s) the week before or the week after fall or spring break. Any student’s absence on these days will be considered unexcused. An unexcused absence means that one point will be deducted from the student’s cumulative grade in each class at the end of that grading period. Teachers are not required to make special provisions for students who are unexcused. Students absent because of illness on the day(s) preceding and/or immediately following fall or spring break will be required to bring a doctor’s excuse to the Attendance Officer upon their return to school.
| | GIRLS GOLF AT REGIONALS - JANSEN GOES TO STATE! | | |
The Lady Royals placed fifth out of 15 schools at regionals on Saturday at The Legends. The Royals ended the season with a team score of 353. Leading the team was freshman Hannah Jansen who placed third overall with a 79. Hannah advanced to the State Finals on Friday and Saturday! Following were juniors Ava Wenzel with 85 and Izzy Huxley with 87 and senior Ava Linton with 102.
State competition began today at 8:30 AM, and continues Saturday morning at 8:30 AM at Battle Creek Golf Course.
| | BOYS TENNIS SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS | | |
Congratulations to the boys tennis team, who won their second consecutive sectional title, defeating Decatur Central 4-1 to move to 14-7 this year. Winning matches were Brian Moreno, Brody Daeger, Ben Woodruff and Owen Sidhom-Preston Griffith.
Regionals are Wednesday, October 7, 5:00 PM at Center Grove High School.
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WALKATHON 2026: ONE MOORE STEP TO CHRIST!
Congratulations to winning t-shirt designer, senior Vivie Hayes! She received $50 for her winning design.
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Walkathon season is officially underway! This annual all-school fundraiser brings our Royals together for fun, school spirit and a shared purpose.
Fundraising starts today! Students are bringing home their Walkathon envelopes and received their personal online fundraising link in their school email during 9th period. Encourage your Royal to share their link with family, friends and neighbors and start working toward those Walkathon goals!
Funds raised this year support needs-based tuition assistance and faculty professional development, helping make a Roncalli education possible for more students while investing in the teachers who make it so special.
Help us stock the Prize Vault! We’re also collecting gift cards to restaurants, stores and other student favorites for incentives and prize drawings. Donations may be dropped off at school. Please mark attention: Brandi Young, director of alumni relations and special events, or email at byoung@roncalli.org to coordinate.
Every gift. Every student. Every step makes a difference.
One community. One mission. One MOORE Step to Christ.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2026
ASCENSION ST. VINCENT GYMNASIUM
1:00 PM ALL-SCHOOL MASS
Roncalli High School is pleased to invite and honor anyone currently serving or who has served in the military to our all-school Mass this Veterans Day. Please join us in the Ascension St. Vincent Gymnasium on Wednesday, November 11. Spouses and family members are welcome to attend. RSVP and provide us with your service details. If you are unable to attend, please click the RSVP button to respond with your service details so that we are able to honor you in your absence.
Thank you for your service!
| We would like to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. If you have a family member or friend who was killed while in the military, please click the button below to share their information. | | |
Last week, a group of sophomores and juniors attended the Herff Jones Legacy Leadership Summit at IU Indianapolis. The Herff Jones Legacy Leadership Summit is an interactive, high-energy workshop program designed to inspire high school student leaders to problem-solve, build relationships and implement positive changes on their school campuses and in their communities. The group heard from guest speakers and worked on a project to bring back to the halls of Roncalli.
Attending the summit were (pictured above kneeling) Chris Jerry, Cohan O'Connor, Isaias Hawkins, Jon Nelson, (standing) Lydia Heinekamp, Kahle O'Connor, Alayna Garnica, Hattie Knott, Elleigh Bartley and Cailan O'Connor.
| | RONCALLI FUTURE COURSES & PATHWAYS FEASIBILITY SURVEY | | |
Roncalli High School is exploring new courses, career pathways, certifications and work-based learning opportunities as Indiana transitions to its new high school diploma.
The new Indiana Diploma provides students with greater flexibility to personalize their high school experience around their goals for college enrollment, employment, enlistment and/or service. Roncalli is seeking input from families, alumni, businesses, industry leaders, community members and important stakeholders to determine which opportunities are both valuable to students and feasible for Roncalli to develop.
Your feedback will help us identify potential programs, partnerships, internships, courses and career experiences that could prepare students for life after high school.
This survey should take approximately 5–7 minutes to complete. Please note: This is the same survey shared via email earlier this week. We’re sharing it again to make it easier for our community to participate. Thank you for your time!
| | NATIVITY KITS - ORDER TODAY! | | Nativity kits are now for sale. A basic kit is $110 and includes the Holy Family and the manger. Add-on #1, also $110, includes the Wise Men, shepherds and sheep. New this year, Add-on #2, also $110, includes the angel, drummer boy and more animals. The deadline to order is October 11. | |
INTERNET SAFETY SPEAKER
- SAVE THE DATE
| | On Wednesday, October 14, nationally known guest speaker Darin Odier will be at Roncalli to speak about internet safety. He will speak to the entire student body at 9:30 AM and to Roncalli parents at 6:00 PM in the Ascension St. Vincent Gymnasium. There is no charge for the program and parents can enter Door 11 or 15. Look for more information in newsletters closer to the event. Email Michael Wantz, assistant principal for student life, at mwantz@roncalli.org with any questions. | | RONCALLI STARS MEETING FOR 8TH GRADE PARENTS | | |
Roncalli is hosting a meeting for parents of 8th graders receiving special education services. At least one parent/guardian must attend this meeting with the required documentation of eligibility for your student to receive accommodations on the high school placement test.
Please RSVP to mroberts@roncalli.org.
STARS Informational Meeting
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Roncalli High School
Student Life Center
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PSAT DAY FOR FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS | |
PSAT Reminder for Roncalli Students – Friday, October 16
Freshmen, sophomores and juniors take the PSAT at school on Friday, October 16. Arrive by 8:15 AM with a fully charged Chromebook, two #2 pencils, and an approved calculator. Leave backpacks at home. Testing ends around 11:15 AM (about 12:15 PM for students with accommodations).
Juniors: This is the PSAT/NMSQT, which is the qualifying test for National Merit Scholarship recognition, so it's worth a little extra prep and a good night's sleep.
Seniors: No school that day, which makes it a great chance for a college visit or job shadow.
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NEW this year! Hoosier Heat Sports Cards is our official game ticket sponsor. Each ticket has a discount coupon of $5 off a $20 purchase on the back side. Be sure to save your ticket stubs!
| | | | Roncalli Media Network is the place to be for all things Roncalli! Click the live stream button to go to Roncalli's YouTube page. Past events can also be found there. Check out the RMN calendar at the bottom of the page for each week's broadcast information. | | RONCALLI MEDIA NETWORK SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | | PEEPLES' FILM AT HEARTLAND FILM FESTIVAL | | |
A feature-length motion picture by Max Peeples R'20 is being highlighted at the 35th edition of the Heartland Film Festival, which takes place October 8-18. His film, “Saving Ava,” was one of only eight chosen as an Indiana Spotlight film.
“The movie is about my personal experience growing up in Indiana,” Peeples said. “I’m so proud to represent our state through an art form that I’ve been practicing since I was a student at Roncalli!”
More information about the film, along with a trailer and showtimes, can be found at this Heartland Film Festival link. The film premiered last spring in Bloomington, and it is the Indiana University graduate’s second feature-length film.
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Interested in earning some extra cash? Need service hours? Want to meet other Roncalli families? Sign up to work in the concession stands at Roncalli!
We offer concessions for all home volleyball, football, soccer, basketball, track, lacrosse, baseball, softball, CYO football and CYO track events and games.
We have two concession stands, one in the Ascension St. Vincent Gymnasium and one at the Roncalli Stadium.
Parents and high school students are encouraged to sign up!
Students can choose to earn service hours or $10 per shift they work.
Parents can earn $20 per shift they work. Each shift is 2-3 hours in length.
Friday night football games pay $30 per shift for parents and $20 for students. These shifts are 4-5 hours in length.
Please follow this link to sign up: Concessions 2026 - 2027
Parents, please sign up in the Parent slots first. If those are full, then you can sign up in the volunteer slots.
Students, you can only sign up in Volunteer slots.
If you have any questions, please contact Brittany and Sarah at concessions@roncalli.org.
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Parents and guardians, please remember:
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Late to school: Contact us the same day with the reason for the tardy. If we do not hear from you, it will be unexcused. No call is needed if your child is late of their own accord. The appropriate consequence will be given.
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Absent: Contact us before 9:00 AM by calling 317-787-8277 or emailing afarris@roncalli.org.
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Leaving for an appointment: Send a note with your child before school or email afarris@roncalli.org. Please provide documentation from the appointment afterward.
Questions? Contact Mr. Crissman, dean of students, at tcrissman@roncalli.org.
| | WHAT IS A SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER? | | MORNING MASS EVERY TUESDAY | | NURSE ASHLEY - SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT BELOW | | |
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.
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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.
| | ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH - PURSE BINGO | NEWMAN CENTER VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIR | |
Castle Nights is an evening for high school boys to get a glimpse of seminary life at Bishop Simon Brute Seminary, with vespers, dinner, discernment discussions and games. This semester, Castle Nights will be on the following dates: October 21 and November 18.
Please note that this year, due to a large increase of enrollment of seminarians, Castle Nights will be limited to high school juniors and seniors.
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ST. JUDE AUTUMN 5K
- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
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St. Jude Parish is hosting our fifth annual 5K on Saturday, October 24 at 10:00 AM. Race proceeds benefit our high school youth attending NCYC 2027.
Register online at www.autumn5k.com before October 5 to guarantee your race shirt! After October 5, shirt supplies will be limited.
Families of three or more who register together can receive a 20% discount by entering the promo code FAMILY.
For more information on the race, please visit www.autumn5k.com.
We need volunteers to make the 5K a success! Student volunteers receive HOPE hours. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409054CAFAB2AA5F58-65478095-2026#/
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LITTLE ROYALS DAYCARE HIRING
Roncalli Little Royals Daycare is looking for a nurturing individual who would love to spend the day caring for our children in the Toddler Room.
This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Perfect for Roncalli High School parents.
Please contact Lynne Gorski, director Roncalli Little Royals Daycare, at 317-690-7747 or lgorski@roncalli.org for more information on the position and available benefits.
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SAINTS FRANCIS & CLARE OF ASSISI CATHOLIC CHURCH - AFTERCARE ASSISTANT | |
If you have a heart for working with young children and want to be part of a supportive, faith-filled environment, we would love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity for a high school student, college student, retiree or anyone who loves working with children and is looking for meaningful part-time work.
To learn more, contact ECM Director Stacy Harrison at sharrison@ss-fc.org.
| | 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 $5,889.59 to Roncalli last school year through the Kroger Community Rewards program! | | INDIANA MEMBERS CREDIT UNION | | |
Indiana Members Credit Union has a debit card program where a portion of every purchase with an IMCU Roncalli debit card comes back to Roncalli. Roncalli received $2,500 from IMCU in 2026! Go to IMCU to set up your checking account and get the Roncalli debit card.
https://www.imcu.com/personal/checking.
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10/05/26 - 10/09/26
RONCALLI
FALL BREAK
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10/16/26
PSAT DAY
FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS
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11/11/26
VETERANS DAY
MASS
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For the repose of the soul of Lance Corporal Riley Allstatt R'22, USMC, son of Christa Thompson and Mark Allstatt (Roncalli boys lacrosse volunteer) and brother of Tatum Allstatt R'24.
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For the repose of the soul of Father Dan Atkins, former chaplain at Roncalli from 1990 to 1995.
- For a blessed school year, that our students, faculty and staff may embrace God’s call to more, growing together in wisdom, unity and faith and drawing ever closer to Him in all that we do.
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For Pope Leo XIV, that the Lord may grant him wisdom, courage and a heart filled with Christ’s love as he shepherds the Church.
- For Archbishop Charles Thompson, that God may continue to bless and strengthen him as he faithfully shepherds the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.
- For all who struggle to meet their basic needs, especially those without adequate food, clothing, shelter or medical care, that they may find compassion, assistance and the loving mercy of God.
- For all who struggle with depression, addiction or other mental health challenges, that they may experience healing in body, mind and spirit and find hope, support and peace.
- For all those facing serious or life-threatening illnesses, that God may grant them strength, comfort and healing and sustain their families, caregivers and loved ones.
- For the men and women serving in our armed forces and their families, especially Roncalli alums serving our country, that God may protect and strengthen them and bring them safely home.
- For Roncalli alums discerning or preparing for religious vocations as priests, religious women or missionaries, that they may be strengthened in their calling and generously follow where God leads.
- For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, religious life and missionary service and that Roncalli High School and our families may nurture young people as they hear, discern and answer God’s call.
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RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL
(317) 787-8277
info@roncalli.org
roncalli.org
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