Welcome back! It’s hard to believe we are already halfway through Term 4 and in the final stretch of the school year. The time has truly flown by, and it’s exciting to look ahead to all that is still to come.

We are looking forward to many of our cherished end-of-year traditions, including Student Council Elections, Class Elections, Prom, the Spring Celebration of the Arts, May Crowning, the Mother-Daughter Event, and the Spring play. These moments are what make this time of year so special and memorable for our students and our community.

As the weeks ahead fill quickly with activity, we encourage our students to stay focused, finish strong academically, and take time to enjoy these meaningful experiences with their classmates. This season is a wonderful reminder of the growth, friendships, and accomplishments that have defined the year.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to celebrating these final weeks together.

Soli Deo Gloria,

Lindsay

Lindsay Jordan '02

Principal

STEM Experiment Day Tomorrow!

Join SUA's STEM team for experiment day tomorrow, Thursday, April 16, after school in Room 120 (the Physics Lab). We will be making stress balls, fire bubbles, elephant toothpaste, and straw towers. This event is open to everyone, and we would love to see your daughter there!

PowerSchool Class Action Settlement Notice

An email was recently sent to many students and parents regarding a class action settlement involving PowerSchool and the Illinois court system. After review, we can confirm that this email is legitimate.

St. Ursula Academy has not been provided with detailed information about this settlement and is not involved in the lawsuit. This matter pertains to individual students and parents/guardians of minors who accessed Naviance.

For those seeking more information, please refer to the original email you received. At the bottom, under “How Do I Get More Information?”, you will find additional details and a link to the official FAQ (www.powerschoolnaviancesettlement.com).

At this time, the school does not have further information to share. Any questions should be directed to the resources provided in the official communication.

Vaccination Reminders

Please plan accordingly for the 2026-2027 school year. The State of Ohio requires the following vaccinations:

Parents of current 6th graders—Two shots are required by the State of Ohio for admittance into 7th grade; a Tdap booster (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) and the meningitis vaccine (MCV4).

Parents of current 11th graders—The meningitis vaccine (MCV4) is required by the State of Ohio for admittance into 12th grade.

Once completed, please turn in a copy of the updated vaccine record to the Main Office or email a copy to Nurse Lauran Graves at lgraves@toledosua.org.

Test Results

IOWA Test Results

The State of Ohio requires students to earn test points on the End of Course exams or approved alternative assessment (such as the Iowa Test) to graduate. This spring, we administered the Iowa Test to freshmen and sophomores. Students were instructed to pick up their report this week. These assessments are also used to monitor yearly progress in addition to graduation requirements. Students are required to take the Iowa Test both freshman and sophomore years. Ask your daughter to view the report and the additional handout on Academic Central (on Canvas) that will guide you in interpreting the results.

ACT Test Results

The State of Ohio also requires students to complete the ACT to graduate. In the spring, we administered the ACT to the Class of 2027. If your daughter cannot view her report on the CollegeBoard site, she can stop by Ms. Shockey's office to pick up a printed report that is now available.

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Red Bird District First Friday

Ceramics II students had the opportunity to visit Alverno Studio on Lourdes University's campus to build and glaze whimsical birdhouses under the supervision of artists Sister Magdala Davlin and Jordy Rengifo Poma. 110 ceramic birdhouses were made by various artists in celebration of National Bird Migration Month and the 110th anniversary of the Sylvanian Franciscans.

The birdhouses will be displayed inside shops along Main Street in downtown Sylvania on Friday, May 1. We invite you to enjoy the birdhouses and a lively evening in the Sylvania community!

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SR. DONNA FREY'S

Monthly Angela Reflection

APRIL 2026—In the introduction to her Counsels, St. Angela addresses the local leaders of her Company. She first asks them to pray for guidance so that they may be faithful to their responsibilities and do what it is they need to do out of love.

Uniform Donation and Lost Items

We are happy to accept any SUA uniform items that are still in good shape if your daughter will no longer need them. Washed items may be dropped off in the Main Office. We can always find students that can use them!

Our lost and found is overflowing with items that do not have names on them. If your daughter is missing something, make sure she checks for it in the Main Office.

Campus Ministry

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Toledo YES Project

The Toledo YES Project is a four-day summer service project for high school students in the Toledo area. Students serve private homeowners who are unable to maintain or improve their homes, as well as participate in both social and spiritual activities.

Applications are open to all high schoolers, regardless of school, age, or faith background. Rising freshmen are also welcome to apply! Graduating seniors can apply to be Junior Crew leaders, and adults can volunteer in different capacities as well. Check out their website for more information.

Upcoming Service Opportunities

Every two weeks, students receive an Upcoming Service Opportunities flyer with places students can volunteer within the next month. Click here to view the flyer.

If you have any questions about Christian Service, please email Samantha Meklus at smeklus@toledosua.org.

Adoration

Every Wednesday at 7:00 a.m., we will be having Eucharistic Adoration in our chapel open to all students! We will conclude with a morning prayer at 7:45 a.m.

Toledo Labre Program

Students are invited to prepare and serve food to individuals on the South and East side of Toledo every Monday night from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. This opportunity is a unique, student-led effort that provides students with a hands-on, direct service experience. Students and parents can also donate casseroles to be served each night.

Student Sign-up Link

Student Release Form

Casserole Donation Sign-up Link

The Merici Society

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Prom and After-Prom Support Needed

We need your help and support for this year’s SUA Prom and After-Prom! If you are a parent of a high school student, we invite you to volunteer for the event by signing up using the provided link below.

You can also support the After-Prom celebration by donating gift cards or cash, which will be used as prizes. Please send your gift cards, cash, or checks to the school office, clearly marked “After-Prom” (c/o Rita Hayes). To help us track donations, be sure to include your name on the envelope.

Checks should be made payable to St. Ursula Academy, with “After-Prom Prizes” noted in the memo line.

Please submit all contributions by Friday, April 24—earlier submissions are greatly appreciated! You can also sign up to donate prizes using the provided link below.

Thank you for your generosity and support!

Sign-Up to Volunteer

Sign-Up to Donate

Senior Brunch Volunteers Needed

A team of SUA parents gets together once a year to host the annual Senior Merici Brunch. We prepare fresh-cooked Belgian waffles, a waffle bar with special toppings, and a few other goodies. It will occur on Friday, May 1, immediately after the May Crowning, around 9:15 a.m. in the South Dining Commons. Please sign up with the link below.

Volunteer Sign-Up

Arrow Athletics

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Spring Athletics Update

Softball defeated Wauseon on Friday, 14-4! The Arrows lost contests against Findlay and Orchard Lake St. Mary's. Saturday, the team will travel to Bryan before hosting Divine Child on Tuesday.

Varsity Lacrosse defeated Bedford, 18-8, to improve their record to 5-1! Both teams host Cranbrook Kingswood on Wednesday and Saint Joseph Academy on Friday.

Track won the Lima Invitational on Friday and a Tri-Meet against Marian and Mercy on Tuesday! The Arrows had several championship performances and personal bests! The team heads to St. John's on Friday for the Titan Invitational.

The Crew team opens their season at the Mitten Sprints in Ann Arbor this weekend.

Congratulations to our Senior Athletes of the Week,

Brooke Bowers and Addison Witek!

SUA Athletics Information

Website and Social Media

Information about Arrow Athletics can be found on the SUA website. Athletics also has accounts on Facebook, Twitter (X), and Instagram.

Home Game Ticketing

Spectators may purchase tickets through the SUA website at the link below or with cash at the event per the CHSL and Ohio State regulations. Spectator tickets for adults cost $10 online or at the door. General admission tickets at the door are $6 for students. SUA faculty and staff are admitted free to home events and may bring one guest.

Game Tickets