Wednesday Herald

January 7, 2026

Testing will take place on the following dates:

• Tuesday, January 13
• Wednesday, January 14
• Thursday, January 15
• Tuesday, January 20
• Wednesday, January 21
• Thursday, January 22

To help prepare your child for the i-Ready Diagnostic, encourage them to:

• Get a good night’s sleep and eat a typical breakfast the day of the assessment.
• Try their best on each question and try not to rush.
• Try not to worry about questions to which they do not know the answers—remind them that it is expected that they will only get about half of the questions correct.
• Be respectful of other students who take longer to finish.
• Use paper and pencil to show work for math questions.

God Bless,

Corey Stoops

Recognizing Our Amazing Teachers!

Everyone knows that Guardian Angels boasts some of the most amazing teachers and staff members! Each week, we want to recognize two of them and shower them with love and appreciation. This week we celebrate our 3rd Grade Teacher, Bree Bockhorst, and our Band Director, Jennifer Dickson.

Ms. Bockhorst is a constant source of motivation. She diligently works with her students to enhance their reading skills and is always eager to discover the best ways to support their learning. In addition to dedicating her time to students' education, she also serves as a volleyball coach. Her contributions are a significant reason why our students love being at GA. Thank you for all you do to support our students.

To experience a joyful classroom, stop by Mrs. Dickson's band room any day. Her cheerful demeanor and amazing dance moves are unmatched. She brightens everyone's day! Thank you, Mrs. Dickson, for infusing joy into music education and enriching our students’ lives.

Please join us in recognizing and celebrating these two outstanding GA staff members. You can leave a kind note here. Notes, cards, emails, flowers, gift cards, etc. are always appreciated!

2026 Catholic Schools Week

Jan. 28th - Feb. 2nd

The theme of Catholic Schools Week 2026 is “United in Faith and Community.” As a thriving Catholic school, we strive to provide the best educational instruction and religious formation for your family. Catholic Schools Week is a wonderful time to thank God for the many blessings He gives us as well as show our gratitude to you for choosing Guardian Angels and trusting us to enrich your children’s lives! We also thank the parish for supporting our school through your donations and prayers. There are many activities scheduled throughout the week. Please click here to see the theme and details for each day.

Safety Reminder on Alcore Terrace

Our neighbors who live on Alcore Terrace have contacted us about cars speeding when they exit campus onto Alcore Terrace. Please be mindful of all speed limits on and around campus to ensure the safety of our students and neighbors. 

Penny Wars

Start saving those coins! Our annual Penny Wars is coming up during Catholic Schools Week. It will run from Tuesday 1/27 - Thursday 1/29.

Dine to Donate

Library Volunteers Needed

Mrs. Leach needs volunteers several times during the week to check in and shelve books in our school library. Sign up to help here.

8th Fundraiser Fowling Warehouse & Fun!

Looking for a fun night while supporting a great cause? Join us at Fowling Warehouse!

Date: January 23

Time: 6:30–9 p.m.

We’ll kick off the evening with a lively tournament-style fowling competition—perfect for beginners and seasoned players alike. Dinner is included, and additional drinks will be available for purchase at the bar.

This event is a fundraiser benefiting the 8th Grade Class Trip to Washington, D.C.

Everyone is welcome to participate—all grade levels and families encouraged to join!

Pricing

• $50 per person to play
• $35 per person to spectate

Sign up HERE!

Come enjoy a great night out while helping support an unforgettable class trip!

Great News for Anyone Who Pays Ohio Income Tax and Supports Guardian Angels

We have many students at Guardian Angels who benefit from scholarships provided by the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF). Ohio taxpayers who donate to the CEF may be able to claim a dollar-for-dollar, non-refundable tax credit on their state income tax return, up to $750 per donor. For more information, click here.

We hope you consider a donation before the end of the year and choose "Guardian Angels School (Cincinnati)(C00160)" from the drop-down when prompted.

Parishioner and tax expert, Brien Dulle, is donating. Here's what he had to say. "Supporting the CEF is a no-brainer for me for two reasons. As a graduate of GA that is also sending my daughters to the school, I want to invest in the education that our children receive. Secondly, there's no extra money out of pocket since I can claim a dollar-for-dollar Ohio tax credit."

Tickets on Sale Now for the Father-Daughter Dance

To purchase tickets, click here.

Cafeteria Volunteers Needed

We are always in need of helpful hands to keep an eye on our students in grades K-8 during lunch. Please consider sharing a small part of your day to assist. All volunteers must be SafeParish trained. If you are interested, please sign up!

8th Grade Sweatpants Fundraiser

Support the 8th Grade Class of 2026 and order your sweatpants! Click here to order.

Get Your Tickets for Parents' Night Out!

Partner with the PTA

Calling all local businesses and organizations! The GA Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is looking for community partners to help us create meaningful opportunities for our students and families. Consider partnering with the PTA as a sponsor or hosting a giveback! 

Giveback: a pre-defined event set by the PTA and your company where we market your company to our community of families and encourage attendance and a portion of proceeds from sales at the company are given back to the PTA.

• Examples: Restaurant night where a % of sales supports the PTA, retail shop donating a portion of weekend sales, service-based business offering a special PTA promotion.

Sponsorship: a strategic partnership with the PTA where a company provides financial support in exchange for visibility and brand promotion at highly attended PTA events!

• Benefits may include: your company logo placement on event signage and flyers; recognition in school newsletters and social media; direct connection with hundreds of local families.

How to Learn More/Express Interest:

1. Fill out this survey (https://forms.gle/M3eTtvB6uRPmdX2a7) if you think your company would be interested in a potential partnership with GA!
2. Questions?: Contact Emily Keller (eegreenwood@icloud.com) 

We look forward to all we can accomplish together to support our wonderful teachers and the students at Guardian Angels!

Annual GA Dodgeball Competition

Come join us for an exciting evening of spirited competition at GA’s annual Dodgeball Competition. Hang out with friends and meet new ones! 

Teams will be co-ed and randomly assigned (this ensures even teams and encourages meeting new people). The tournament is open to all – ADULTS ONLY. 

Date: February 28th, 2026

Time: 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm in the PC gym (play begins at 7:00 pm)

Watch if you don’t want to play – SPECTATORS ARE WELCOMED AND ENCOURAGED! Music, food, beverages and lots of fun are all included. Help support the Athletic Boosters!!!

Prices: $60 to play, $30 to watch

Click here to register.

Deadline to register to play is Wednesday, February 18th

Please contact Jeremiah Badell or Chad Linz with questions.

Little Angels Basketball: Register Now!

The GA Boosters are thrilled to announce that our Little Angels Basketball League is returning for another fun and instructional season! This program is perfect for our youngest athletes to learn the fundamentals of basketball in a supportive environment.

League Highlights

• Age/Grade Divisions: Teams will be formed strictly by age/grade to ensure balanced play:
• Pre-K only
• Kindergarten only
• 1st Grade only
• 2nd Grade only
• Program Length: The league consists of 5 sessions held on Saturdays.
• Cost: The fee is $75 per child.

Key Dates to Remember

• Registration Deadline: Friday, January 16th
• Program Dates: Saturdays, February 21st – March 21st

Register Today! Don't miss out on this great opportunity for your child!

• Click here to register: here
• For more details on the program structure and schedule, please review the official document here.
• 

We look forward to seeing our Little Angels on the court!

Red & White Passes

Red & White Passes are now available for purchase on the Athletic Boosters website. A Red & White Pass provides admission to all GA home sporting events for the 2025-2026 school year. Cost is $75 for a family pass and $40 for a grandparent pass. Please click here to purchase your pass.

SGG Middle School Youth Ministry Feedback

We've been running Middle School Youth Ministry (MSYM) for 3 months now on Sundays from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm with varying degrees of success. Knowing that many of us live busy lives and not everyone can attend all the time, we'd like to offer some new times for MSYM as to provide the greatest opportunity for the greatest number of middle schoolers. Please complete this survey to help us determine what is most accessible. Please note that this survey will be anonymous.

Changes to High School Youth Ministry

Volunteers Needed for Fish Fry

We are in the process of finalizing plans for our 2026 Fish Fry Events. Keep an eye out on upcoming bulletins and the Parish website for more information. If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to Marianne Glassmeyer at mglassmeyer@outlook.com. 

Mini Ministry Fair

Please join us to learn about SGG Social Action Council’s Distant Neighbors Cluster at our Mini Ministry Fair January 17-18 in the gathering spaces of all the parishes following each mass. Social Action members will be available to offer insight and highlight opportunities for involvement.

Our four twinning communities: the Cultural Center of Batahola Norte, Glenmary Sisters, St. Vincent Mission, and Our Lady of the Mountains Parish will be featured in addition to Environmental Stewardship, Fair Trade, Operation Rice Bowl, and the Comboni Missionaries Ministries. 

Young Men’s Faith & Fellowship

Middle School Youth Ministry — You're Invited!

All students in grades 6–8 are invited to join us for our weekly Middle School Youth Ministry program!

When: Every Sunday

Time: 3:00–5:00 PM

Where: Youth Room on IHM's campus

Each week is packed with fun, faith, games, and community as we grow together in our relationship with Christ. Come hang out, bring a friend, and be part of something great!

Got questions? Contact alexb@sggparish.org for more info.



We can’t wait to see you there! 

Register for Youth Group!

Coffee Connect Bible Study

Greeters and Gift Bearers Needed

Greeters and gift bearers are needed for all 3 weekend Masses. Please consider helping out in these important ministries! This helps the ushers prepare for Mass and not have to scramble to find gift bearers at the last minute. To sign up, click here. 

Fathers Team

Every Friday, GA Fathers meet at 6:05 am to discuss various topics of interest and importance to our roles as dads, husbands, and “brothers”. Each week is a different topic, with outside speakers occasionally. All GA fathers are invited to join in person in Room B (downstairs) or via Zoom. Contact us at GAfathersteam@gmail.com for the Zoom link and for any other info on the group.

School Masses

You can find a full schedule of school Masses on the calendar in Rediker. We will be livestreaming all of the All-School Masses through GA’s YouTube channel. 

Cookie Ministry

Guardian Angels School Cookie Ministry teams up with the Parish Peanut Butter group to feed families in need. The Peanut Butter group makes 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. GA students donate cookies. St. Francis Seraph Church in Over-the-Rhine gives the food to families in need. 

Students are asked to bring in two dozen cookies, brownies, or rice krispie bars on their classroom's designated day. Treats need to be bagged, with two treats per bag. Donations of juice boxes and prepackaged snacks are also needed. All Kindergarten classes are responsible for the next donation on Monday, January 12th. A complete schedule for the school year is attached.

Attendance Line

If your child will be absent or late to school, please call the main school office by 8:00 a.m. each morning. All parents needing to report their child absent or late to school should call using the main school phone number (513) 624-3141.

Box Tops For Education

The Guardian Angels PTA collects Box Tops and uses the funds earned to purchase indoor recess games and outdoor recess equipment. Box Tops is now on a digital platform. To participate, you’ll need to download the Box Tops App and scan your grocery receipt within 14 days of purchase. You’ll find more information here.

Kroger Community Rewards

Have you signed up for Kroger Community Rewards and designated GA as your beneficiary? The more families who register, the more money our school receives through the program. Kroger Community Rewards offers a great way for you to support our school's technology fund and you don't have to spend a penny. You can search for GA or use our NPO number, 80200. The amount Guardian Angels receives depends on the points our supporters rack up while grocery shopping.

Bulletin Advertising Available

Our bulletin publisher is looking for new advertisers and sponsors. Thanks to our sponsors, the bulletin is published weekly at no cost to our parish. Please consider purchasing an ad. Your ad and participation make the bulletin successful, and you attract customers! If interested, please email Sherry Montell or call/text her at 614-301-7444.

Advertisements and sponsorships can be purchased for a business, family, charity, in Honor or in Memory of a Loved One, or to support the church or a community service organization, such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters. We appreciate your support.

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