CIRCLE OF FAITH DISTINCTION DINNER TO CELEBRATE RONCALLI

COME HUNGRY. COME CASUAL. COME CELEBRATE RONCALLI. ❤️💙

On Thursday, September 24, the Ascension St. Vincent Gymnasium becomes the place to reconnect with the Roncalli community.

Mix and mingle while enjoying complimentary food stations featuring grilled skewers, chicken Asiago, pulled pork and beef tenderloin sliders, pasta, sides, desserts, beer and wine. We’ll also honor our 2026 Distinction recipients and hear four generations of Royals share their stories.

No fundraising ask. No formal dinner. Just a great night with the Roncalli family.

Complimentary admission. Registration is required and closing soon.

CIRCLE OF FAITH

2026 DISTINCTION HONOREES

Steve SH’63 & Sharon

(posthumously) Coffman

ST. JOHN XXIII AWARD

Patrick Kuntz R’05

ALUMNUS 
OF THE YEAR

Lizzie Layer R’16

ROYAL 
AWARD

Mary Sheets

HONORARY 
ALUMNA

Jeff Small

HONORARY 
ALUMNUS

Jennifer R’89 &

James Kedra

VOLUNTEERS 
OF THE YEAR

AUGUST STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to the August Students of the Month! Front: Charlie Jaffe, Lilly Bergman, Addison Foxlow, Katy Baker and Lily Daming; Back: John Spicuzza, Carter Baase, Bosco Khai, Sean Willison and Hunter Maurer; Not Pictured: Elisabeth Nelson.

The August students of the month were celebrated at a catered luncheon and certificate ceremony on Monday. Congratulations to our outstanding Royals!

HOMECOMING DANCE
- SEPTEMBER 19, 2026

Saturday, September 19

from 8:00 PM - 10:50 PM

Student Council will host the 2026 Homecoming Dance in a tent between the circle and the auditorium on Saturday, September 19, from 8:00 PM - 10:50 PM. It's shaping up to be a night to remember, filled with music, dancing, yard games, Kona Ice and more! While students have already been provided information about the event, appropriate attire and school guidelines, here are some last-minute reminders for parents:

• We've designated the circle as the area to use for those dropping off and/or picking up students. Please enter via Prague Road.
• The Bubble parking lot will be available for student parking. Please enter via Lasalle Street. 
• When making plans for before the dance (group photos at someone's house, dinner reservations, etc.), keep in mind that students may arrive no later than 8:30 PM. Students arriving after 8:30 PM will be subject to a substance abuse test. Once at the event, students may leave no earlier than 10:00 PM (the dance officially ends at 10:50 PM). If a student were to feel unwell during the event, a phone conversation between a school administrator and the student's parent will be required to arrange for pickup or to permit the student to be released if they drove themselves. Families with specific circumstances that conflict with this policy should contact Mr. Crissman, dean of students, at tcrissman@roncalli.org. 

For any other questions about the dance, contact Assistant Principal Michael Wantz at mwantz@roncalli.org.

HOMECOMING DANCE: DRESS CODE

DRESS CODE REMINDERS

Students are advised to err on the side of modesty and formality. Any student who violates the policy will not be permitted to enter the event until his/her attire meets the requirements.

Male students are encouraged to contact Mr. Crissman with any questions concerning their attire before purchasing their outfits. Here are the male attire expectations from the handbook:

• Long pants and collared shirts are required.
• Shirts must be worn appropriately at all times.

Female students are encouraged to contact Mrs. Kompara with any questions concerning their attire before purchasing their outfits. Here are the female attire expectations from the handbook:

• May wear a dress, skirt/top or pantsuit.
• May not reveal all contours of the body.
• Dresses shall be one-piece with straps over the shoulders and shall be longer than their fingertips. Furthermore, dresses shall cover all parts of the body so that no part of the midriff or cleavage is exposed.
• Any sheer, lace or see-through material in the dress cannot expose areas such as the midriff or cleavage.

*Because of differing body types, the same dress may meet the criteria for one person, but not for another.

WALKATHON T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST

T-Shirt Design Submission Link

RONCALLI SWIM LESSONS

LETTERMAN JACKET

A sales representative from Awards America will be in the main lobby (enter through door #1) on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM and Wednesday, September 30, 2026, during all lunch periods to take orders for all students interested in purchasing a Roncalli letter jacket this year. The only other time to order will be in late January.  

Payment (cash, check or card) will be required at the time of order, with checks to be made out to Roncalli High School.

Information/price sheets may be picked up at the main office or the athletic department office. If you have any questions, please email Regan Getz, administrative assistant athletic department, at rgetz@roncalli.org.

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

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.

ALUMNI CALENDAR

CONCESSIONS HELP NEEDED

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.

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.

ATTENDANCE REMINDERS

Parents and guardians, please remember:



• 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. 
• Absent: Contact us before 9:00 AM by calling 317-787-8277 or emailing afarris@roncalli.org.
• 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

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.

GIRLS IN AVIATION DAY - SEPTEMBER 19

The afternoon will give students an opportunity to explore aviation-related career paths through hands-on activities and workshops, conversations with women working in the industry and a panel of aviation professionals. Our goal is to show young women that there are many ways to build a career in aviation, including paths they may never have encountered before. Parents and guardians will also be included in the day's activities!

Register HERE!

SAINTS FRANCIS & CLARE OF ASSISI CATHOLIC CHURCH - FALL FESTIVAL

HOPE HOURS AVAILABLE!!

SIGN UP NOW

From your phone, click on the dropdown menu at the top of the page, select the area you would like to volunteer and then hit GO.

HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH - OKTOBERFEST

Visit their Facebook page for more details at Holy Name Oktoberfest 2026.

ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH - PURSE BINGO

CASTLE NIGHTS

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. 

ST. JUDE AUTUMN 5K

- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24

St. Jude Parish is hosting our fifthe 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 or to volunteer or donate, please visit www.autumn5k.com.

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.

SOUTH DEANERY JOB OPENINGS

Business Manager - The Secretariat for Catholic Schools, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46202, is accepting applications for the Business Manager position. Click here to apply: https://archindy.applicantpro.com/jobs/4133775

Bookkeeper - Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Catholic Church & School

https://www.ss-fc.org/about-us/job-openings

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.

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 $5,889.59 to Roncalli last school year through the Kroger Community Rewards program!

9/18/26

HOMECOMING
GAME

9/19/26

HOMECOMING 
DANCE

9/24/26

CIRCLE OF FAITH DISTINCTION DINNER

• For the repose of the soul of Charles Wargel, father of Katie (Wargel) Anderson, Roncalli math teacher.
• For the repose of the soul of Edward Johnson, father of Fr. Eric Johnson R'92, pastor of St. Mark Catholic Church, Sarah Johnson R'94 and Jeff Johnson R'98.
• 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.
• 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.

RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL

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