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SHAMROCK LINES
February 2021
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Catholic Schools Week 2021
From Scotus Central Catholic President, Jeff Ohnoutka
Catholic Schools Week begins Jan. 31st and this year we definitely have reason to celebrate. Over the course of the last year, we have experienced the isolation and separation from each other brought on by the mitigation strategies to deal with Covid-19. We have spent way too much time looking at computer screens and less time in the presence of each other.
Thankfully, our Columbus Catholic School system has shown the resiliency necessary to combat all these things during the 20-21 school year. Throughout this school year, our staff and students have been committed to doing all the things necessary to stay in person. As we begin to start to feel a sense of normalcy in our lives, I hope that we never take for granted the extra efforts of this year.
Across the nation, you see many Catholic schools closing. This can be attributed to the pandemic but in many cases, it is caused by apathy and a lack of commitment to this important mission of our church. Our community has a history of supporting Catholic schools dating back to 1884. It is obvious to me that we support what we value. I am proud to live in a community that values Catholic education, and they ensure that it is available to all who desire it.
It may have been a challenging year, but it has once again proven that we are stronger together. I hope that you are proud of our Catholic schools!
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Kosch and Ostdiek stop by Scotus, talk about seminary |
2019 Scotus Central Catholic graduates Isaac Ostdiek and Caleb Kosch enjoyed their visit back home. |
On January 13th, two familiar faces stopped by Scotus, 2019 Scotus Central Catholic graduates Isaac Ostdiek and Caleb Kosch are current seminarians at Saint John Vianney College Seminary at the University of St. Thomas.
They spoke to students about seminary life and growing in their faith. Seeing them discuss life in the seminary and life after high school was a highlight for many.
Theology teacher Tyler Linder was very grateful for their time to share their stories. "Several of our upperclassman remember those two walking the halls. It's always a blessing when our alumni comes back and visits us," Linder said.
Those little trips back home mean a lot to our staff and students. Thank you Isaac and Caleb for stopping by Scotus. Good luck in your faith-filled journey!
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Scotus Central Catholic presents, "Oklahoma" |
The 2021 Scotus musical "Oklahoma!" will be held on February 12 and 13 at 7:00 pm and February 14 at 2:00 pm. To purchase tickets or donate online, please visit HERE.
Please note the following:
- Masks are required for all audience members for the duration of the event.
- No tickets will be available for sale at the door.
- Due to limited seating, we cannot honor family, senior, or staff passes this year.
- This event is live, in-person only. We cannot stream the event due to copyright restrictions.
- At this point in time, Memorial Hall is not ADA accessible.
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Winter Weather Closings Information
The arrival of February means the possibility of ice and snow and weather-related school closings. Scotus uses social media the local radio stations to announce any school closings due to the weather along with Civil Dispatch.
The earliest morning response is 5 am, unless the forecast was so threatening that closings could be announced the night before.
If weather necessitates that school closes during the day, all four Catholic schools will respond together. Mr. Ohnoutka will consult with the elementary principals before any dismissal is announced. A civil dispatch will be sent out.
Parents may pick up their student(s) or have them dismissed to drive home when there is threatening weather. Students are counted absent for missed time.
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Junior/Senior Prom
Prom will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021, in the Scotus cafeteria.
6:30 p.m. - Doors open
7:30 p.m. - Dinner
8:30-11:30 Dance
Please take time to review the dress code for formal dances, found in the Student/Parent Handbook. These dress code rules apply to both Scotus students and their outside dates.
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SEF16 Update
Members of the Shamrock Nation: your response to the SEF 16 fund drive has been wonderful, especially in light of the extraordinary times we are living in because of the virus. To date we have 710 individuals and businesses who have donated or pledged a total of $1,170,837. Thank you!
It has also been gratifying to receive first-time donations from 47 alumni and alumnae. We are now only about $104,000 short of the $1.275 million dollar goal to provide tuition assistance to every Scotus student for three school years, replace the floor in the Dowd Activity Center and make safety and energy efficiency improvements to our school. The campaign is not closed, in case you wish to participate—make your check payable to Scotus Central Catholic, or donate online through the school’s PayPal account HERE
Please click here for more information on SEF16.
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Mark Your Calendars for the 40th annual Gala
The 40th annual Gala dinner/auction will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021. This is the school’s largest annual fundraiser and all proceeds are used to balance the annual budget and keep tuition expenses low for our school families. At the present time, the Gala will be offered as an in-person event at Scotus, although it is likely that fewer reservations will be available due to attendance restrictions with COVID-19.
Everyone, including guests who are attending the Gala and those who stay home, will have the opportunity to bid online for the silent and super silent auction items, purchase chances for the jewelry box drawing and participate in the fund-a-need donation.
And, in addition to the Gala Lottery, we will offer the new Gala Raffle. We hope to involve our student body in this raffle which will offer a first prize of groceries for a year ($125.00 Hy-Vee gift card per month for 12 months) and a 2nd prize of a $500.00 Scheels gift card. Students will also get to earn an incentive prize if they sell a ticket!
New this year, the State of Nebraska will allow everyone to purchase lottery and raffle tickets online using their debit card. To purchase lottery or raffle tickets online, use the donate button on the school’s web site and be sure to tell us how many tickets for each drawing you are purchasing! Tickets are also available at school and from any Gala committee member.
If you would like to participate by donating an item for the silent or oral auctions, volunteer to help, or if you wish to receive an invitation to attend please contact our co-chairs, vice-chairs or Janice Rosenquist in the Scotus development office: 402 564 7165 ext. 154 or [email protected].
Your involvement will be key to our event’s success and that’s why we urge you to mark your calendars today!
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GALA LOTTERY
Five chances to Win ~ $14,000 in Cash Prizes!
$12,000 Grand Prize
& 4 - $500 consolation prizes
Only 600 Tickets - $100 Each
1st Early Bird Drawing, Feb.17. Drawing of 3 sold tickets and each winner will receive a free $100 lottery ticket.
2nd Early Bird Drawing, Mar. 17. Drawing of 2 sold tickets and each winner will receive a free $100 lottery ticket.
Only 600 tickets will be sold. Need not be present to win. Main drawing will be held on April 17, 2021 at the Scotus Central Catholic High School Gala Dinner/Auction. Lottery is for the benefit of and sponsored by Scotus Central Catholic HS, Columbus NE Raffle ID# 35-0633283
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GALA RAFFLE
1st PRIZE: Groceries for a Year ($125/month) at Hy-Vee
2nd PRIZE: $500 Scheels Gift Card
Tickets - $25 Each
Need not be present to win. Main drawing will be held on April 17, 2021 at the Scotus Central Catholic High School Gala Dinner/Auction. Raffle is for the benefit of and sponsored by Scotus Central Catholic HS, Columbus NE Raffle ID# 35-0633283
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Staff Wish List
Administration (Jeff Ohnoutka)
· Replace windows in stairwells, TBD
· Entrance floor mats, TBD
Maintenance (Joe Schoenfelder)
· Six (6) 3’ x 10’ entry mats, $76 dollars each
Health (Janet Tooley)
· Carpeting for west wall of Health classroom, TBD
Media Center (Cathy Podliska)
· 13” Globe w/ wood stand, approx. 3’ tall, $350
· Christian/Inspirational books, $355
· 2017 Commemorative World Book Encyclopedia, $700
· Refinish Library Circulation Desk, $1,200
To donate to a wish list item, please contact the office at 402-564-7165
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LFT Reminders from the Theology Department |
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Campus Ministry Students interacting with 7th graders in the fall. |
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The requirements for Living the Faith hours remain the same for this year. As always, students can find contact information for local organizations as well as upcoming service opportunities on the x2VOL dashboard, and the requirements for hours are detailed on pgs. 9-11 of the student handbook.
As a reminder, in order to qualify for hours, the students should receive no reimbursement or benefits in return for their service, the activity should not be done in service for a for-profit organization or business, and the activity cannot be a part of the student’s regular duties or expectations.
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Scotus Journalism Photos For Sale
Do you want to support our awesome Journalism students and get a photo of your son or daughter during a school day? How about an action shot from a volleyball game or a pep rally? All Fall activities photos have been updated online. Click HERE to see the albums.
If you would like to support Scotus Journalism and purchase photos, you can use the order form HERE. Let Mrs. Rusher know if you have any questions! [email protected]
Your support is greatly appreciated and helps fund our journalism department to purchase new cameras, software and more.
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Mark Your Calendars
· CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK - Mon-Fri., Feb. 1-5
· NO SCHOOL - Mon., Feb. 1
· StuCo Meeting - Wed., Feb. 3, Room 126, 7:40 AM
· Campus Ministry Meeting - Thurs., Feb. 4, Little Theater, 7:20 AM
· Speech Team Meeting - Fri., Feb. 5, Room 217, 7:40 AM
· Band Dinner Concert - Mon., Feb. 8, Activity Center, 7:00 PM
· NHS Meeting - Thur., Feb. 11
· DRESS DOWN DAY - Fri., Feb. 12
· Musical (3 nights) - Fri., Sat., Sun., Feb .12,13,14, (7:00, 7:0, 2:00) in Memorial Hall
· Ash Wednesday - Wed., Feb. 17
· Campus Ministry Meeting - Thurs., Feb. 18, Little Theater, 7:20 AM
· Speech Team Meeting - Thurs., Feb. 18, Room 217, 7:40 AM
· HOSA Meeting - Wed., Feb. 24, Little Theater, 7:30 AM
· TEAM SCOTUS DAY - Thur., Feb. 25
To see the calendar of Shamrock events for February click HERE
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Upcoming Registration
· Registration for the 2021-2022 school year is beginning soon. A registration form will be sent home with all upcoming 9-12 grade students, be watching for it!
· The Course Catalog is available online at www.scotuscc.org under Academics. A few minor changes are anticipated to the Course Descriptions. If you do not have access to a computer, hard copies are available.
· After reviewing your child’s upcoming course requests, the registrations are required to be signed (both student & parent/guardian) and returned.
· Students will be taken into the computer lab to enter class choices, beginning with juniors through the 8th graders.
· If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Brichacek at [email protected]
Senior Check List
· If you haven’t already sent in your applications to the schools of your choice, you need to do so quickly.
· Deadlines for scholarships for each respective college vary, check their website.
· Keep up to date on Naviance as new scholarships are currently being added.
Junior Class Information
· Juniors will be eligible to participate in Boys’ and Girls’ State. Applications will be made available this month. Please contact Ms. Brichacek for any questions!
Other items
· Get into a habit of checking Naviance weekly for new scholarships that may be added. Click HERE to access your account.
· College admission counselors are great resources to use when wanting more information about scholarships you may be eligible for!
Job Shadowing
· Check out why job shadowing is important for our students! WATCH
· Working with our Careers Counselor is easy! Mrs. McPhillips helps all our students with setting up job shadows. WATCH
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