Wednesday Herald

September 16, 2026

and Cara Richert served as our cantors and did an incredible job leading our school in song. Their beautiful voices and willingness to share their gifts truly enhanced our celebration. I was so proud to see them lead our school community and help all of our Angels participate more fully in the Mass!

Our students are also growing in their faith this week through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. All students in grades 3–8 either received the sacrament yesterday or will have the opportunity to do so on Thursday. What a blessing it is that our students have opportunities during the school day to experience God’s mercy and forgiveness and continue strengthening their relationship with Christ.

These are the moments that make Catholic education so special. Mass, Reconciliation, prayer, and opportunities for our students to share their God-given gifts are all part of what it means to be an Angel. I am grateful that we are able to experience and celebrate our faith together as a school community!

God Bless,

Corey Stoops

Thank You To Our Teachers and Staff!

A special thank-you to our amazing Junior High teachers for the dedication, patience, and passion you bring to Guardian Angels each day. Leading our older students comes with unique challenges and you do an incredible job guiding them academically, spiritually, and personally.

You serve as important role models for our entire school community, setting high expectations while helping our students grow into confident, responsible young adults. Your hard work and commitment are helping prepare our students for success as they move on to the many Catholic high schools ahead.

Thank you for all you do to challenge, encourage, and inspire our Junior High students. Guardian Angles is stronger because of you!

If you’d like to send them a quick note of encouragement and appreciation, you may do so here: Our teachers would love to hear from you! – Fill out form

iReady Testing

Our students began iReady benchmark testing last week, with testing continuing through September 25. Different grade levels will test on different days during this window.

iReady is a computer-based assessment that helps us measure each student’s skills in reading and mathematics, identify areas of strength and areas that need additional support, and monitor academic growth throughout the school year.

We benchmark three times a year—fall, winter, and spring—so teachers can track progress, adjust instruction, and provide targeted interventions when needed. The spring iReady assessment also serves as our end-of-year Ohio state testing requirement for participating grade levels. Once testing is complete, we will provide parents with information explaining how to access and view their child’s iReady results.



We ask parents to help their children do their best by ensuring they are well rested, arrive at school on time, and eat a healthy breakfast on testing days. Your support helps our students feel prepared, confident, and ready to show what they know!

Required Documents from Every Family



EdChoice

Each family accepting the EdChoice scholarship received an EdChoice Award letter mailed from the Ohio Department of Education and Workplace. As a school, we are required to retain this document at the school. If you have not sent this form to the school yet, please do so this ASAP. If you misplaced your letter or did not receive one, please fill out the template here and return to the school office. Please note, this is for each family accepting their approved scholarship and is not the application itself. Only complete this set if you have previously submitted an EdChoice scholarship application for the 2026-2027 school year.

Low Income Form

Every family received an email initiated by Katie Jacobs through our student information system- Plus Portals/Rediker. This email contained a link for families to fill our the required Low Income Form. Every family must fill out this form, regardless of income. 

Long-Term Substitute Teachers Needed!

We are seeking a long-term substitute teacher for our Jr. High Math and Pre-K this fall. Please click here for more information and or to share with anyone who may be interested in applying.

Picture Day is October 1st

Fall Picture Day will be Thursday, October 1st. A reminder that students may dress out of uniform but should wear school-appropriate attire.

Picture Day ID: EVTWT37N7

Safe Snack List

Please carefully review and follow our Safe Snack List when bringing food items to school for distribution to students. All food items brought in for distribution must be included on the Safe Snack List—no exceptions. If an item does not appear on the list, it may not be brought in or distributed to students. Homemade and bakery items are not permitted. Please verify that all items are on the approved list before purchasing or sending them to school.

The complete Safe Snack List is available on our school website and is also foudn here. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe environment for all students.

Chess Club

Guardian Angels School is thrilled to once again participate in the Cris Collinsworth ProScan Fund’s Chess in School program!

Do you love chess? Enjoy a good challenge? Ready to take your game to the next level? Chess Club is the place for you! Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their chess skills, learn new strategies, challenge themselves, and enjoy some friendly competition with their classmates.

The Chess Club will meet Wednesdays from 2:45–3:45 p.m. throughout the school year, beginning September 16th, and is open to students in grades 3–8 who know how to play chess and are interested in learning more about strategy and gameplay.

Space is limited! A handful of students will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't wait to sign up!

There is no fee to participate. Parents/guardians of participating students will be asked to volunteer periodically at club meetings.

Think. Plan. Play. Improve. Come make your next move at Guardian Angels Chess Club! Contact Jessica Hansen with questions.

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.

Lost Items

Please remember to label your child's clothing, lunch box, water bottle, etc. so that lost items can be easily returned.

After-School Art Enrichment

Dues and Class Fees

Annual Dues – $100 per family

This single fee supports all three parent‑led organizations at Guardian Angels: PTA, Athletic Boosters, and Fine Arts Boosters. (The PTA facilitates collection.) We rely on your support to fund essential programs and improvements. 

• PTA Initiatives: Penny Fair, used uniform exchange, teacher appreciation events, recess equipment, capital school improvements, and direct support for classroom needs.
• Recent Impact: Last year’s fundraising supported the PTA’s development project of painting the remaining school interior hallways and stairwells and updating the nurse’s office and intervention teaching spaces. These spaces were painted and outfitted with all new furniture.
• Athletic Boosters: Funds help cover rising costs for uniforms, equipment, and league fees, and support ongoing turf field and grounds maintenance.
• Fine Arts Boosters: Supports performing and visual arts programs across all grade levels.

Class Fees – $20 per child

Funds cover supplies and snacks. Preschool–4th grade will have parties led by their classroom coordinators for Halloween, Christmas and Valentine’s Day. 5th–8th grade will enjoy pizza parties for these same events.

To pay your dues, click here.

Your Order Does Good

Place your shirt order here and support Pink Ribbon Good during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Orders close 9/18.

Teacher and Staff Christmas and End of Year Gifts

Teacher Gifts:

The PTA facilitates the collection of monetary gifts for the teachers and staff at GA for both Christmas and End of Year. This is not mandatory, but allows families to show appreciation without the need for individual gifts. Families who donated will be listed for the teachers.

Deadline to contribute: December 11

Christmas Gift:

• Preschool - 3rd grade - amount goes directly to the homeroom teacher.
• 4th - 8th grade - money is totaled at the grade level and split evenly between the teachers of those grades.
• Teacher Aides Christmas Gift- Preschool or primary (1st & 2nd grade) aides will receive a collective monetary gift that will be split evenly between the appropriate aides.
• Additional Staff Christmas Gift- Money collected for additional staff Christmas gifts is divided between specials teachers (spanish, art, halo bell, gym, music), custodial staff and any additional administrative staff. 

Year End Gift:

• Preschool - 3rd grade: the amount goes directly to the homeroom teacher.
• 4th - 8th grade: the money is totaled at the grade level and split evenly between the teachers of the grade.
• Specials: (Spanish, art, Halo Bell, gym, music) the money will be split evenly between them.

To contribute to teacher and staff gifts, click here.

The Monster Mash is October 17th

Join us for our annual family-friendly Halloween party on Saturday, October 17th from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in the GA Upper Lot (PC Gym if bad weather).

We haven’t had enough volunteers in the past for cleanup – we’d really appreciate all the help we can get!

Purchase tickets here. 

Sign up to donate and volunteer here.



Tractor Ride • Balloon Artist • Face Painter • DJ • Photo Booth • Kids Games • Free Pizza, Snacks & Drinks • Adult Beverages for Sale

Questions? Contact Jennifer Allgier at jallgier1@gmail.com

Lunch Service

Kaldi's Catering Services provides GA students with lunch offerings each day. Parents need to set up and pre-order lunches through the EZ Schools Apps platform. Limited lunch items are available for students who have active accounts with available funds on the day of service. Please create an account if you don't already have one. 

SafeParish Training

We appreciate all our parent involvement on campus! To volunteer at Guardian Angels School or attend activities during the school day (class parties, lunch room volunteers, coaching, etc.) you must be SafeParish trained. Contact Joan Schoenhoeft with questions.

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!

Register for the Halo Hustle

The Halo Hustle is just 10 days away! We need volunteers to help make this day a success! Sign up here.

The after party will be filled with tons of fun, including Turtle Races! Click here to bid on naming rights for one of the turtles or to adopt a turtle after the races!

Office Helper Volunteers

The Volunteer Office Helper plays an important role in supporting teachers and office staff by assisting with a variety of organizational and preparation tasks. This position helps ensure classrooms run smoothly by preparing materials, organizing resources, and completing behind-the-scenes tasks that support student learning.

Please note there are two different vounteer spots for each day. One spot is to support the PS-3rd grade teachers in the main office and the other is to support the 4th - 8th grade teachers and will be in the top floor of the Beechmont building in the copy room. All are welcome to sign up for either spot. 

This role will not be working in the classroom. All completed work will be left in a centralize office area for teachers to retrieve.

Sign up here.

Do Good with Chipotle on September 28th

Girls Basketball Registration is Open!

Get ready for the upcoming season! To register, click here.

Below is the schedule for our Girls Basketball Evaluations at the PC Gym:

Tuesday, September 29th

6th, 7th & 8th Grade: 7:30 – 9 p.m.

Wednesday, September 30th

3rd Grade: 3 – 4:30 p.m.

Friday, October 2nd

6th, 7th & 8th Grade: 4:15 – 5:30 p.m.

Important Requirement for 6th–8th Grade:

Grades 6–8 are competitive teams. All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders trying out for these competitive teams must attend BOTH scheduled evaluations (Tuesday, Sept 29th AND Friday, Oct 2nd).

Please bring water, wear proper gym shoes, and come ready to play! 

See you on the court!

Boys Basketball Registration is Now Open!

Registration will close on October 9 so please be sure to register before the deadline.

Boys Basketball Evaluations

All evaluations will take place in the PC Gym.

8th Grade

Tuesday, October 13 — 8–9 p.m.

Tuesday, October 20 — 8–9 p.m.

Both dates are required.

7th Grade

Tuesday, October 13 — 7–8 p.m.

Tuesday, October 20 — 7–8 p.m.

Both dates are required.

6th Grade

Tuesday, October 13 — 6–7 p.m.

Tuesday, October 20 — 6–7 p.m.

Both dates are required.

5th Grade

Tuesday, October 13 — 5–6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 20 — 5–6 p.m.

Both dates are required.

4th Grade

Wednesday, October 14 — 6–7 p.m.

3rd Grade

Wednesday, October 14 — 5–6 p.m.

For 5th–8th grades, where competitive teams are offered, attendance at both evaluation dates is required for consideration.

Important Dates

November 1, 2026: Practices may begin

December 4, 2026: Regular season begins — first weekend of games

February 7, 2027: Regular season ends

February 11–14, 2027: Postseason tournament begins

No games: Weekends of December 26 and January 2

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at boysbasketball@gaboosters.org.

We’re looking forward to a great season of GA Boys Basketball and can’t wait to see everyone on the court!

Red and White Passes Are Available

Support GA Athletics this school year with a 2026–2027 Red & White Pass!

It gives you easy admission to all regular season home games—with options available for both families and grandparents—while directly supporting our student-athletes. Once you order, your pass will be mailed right to your door within 7 business days.

Grab yours today https://gaboosters.net/redwhitepasses/, or reach out to Jacob Sieber at jrsieber@gmail.com if you have any questions. Go Angels! 

Greg the Guardian's Grand Cherokee Giveaway!

The Guardian Angels Boosters are officially kicking off an incredible giveaway—and one lucky winner will drive away in a brand-new 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4!

Get Your Tickets: Support our Angels and enter for your chance to win! Scan the QR code or click the link to grab your entry today.

Good luck to everyone, and thank you for your continued support of Guardian Angels Boosters!

GA is Hiring!

Guardian Angels is hiring a Development Administrator, who will implement and fulfill Parish and School philanthropic goals. For more information on this role and to share with those who would be a great fit, click here.

Synod 2027

As we prepare for the excitement and busyness of the 2026-2027 school year, we wanted to make sure you knew about a unique opportunity this fall to contribute to the direction of our school, and our wider Catholic community—Synod 2027. 

A Synod is a prayerful process in which the faithful share personal reflections on how they encounter Christ in the local Church. Then, Church leadership, in our case Archbishop Robert Casey, prayerfully considers those reflections to determine how God is speaking through His people.  The Synod is not a vote and will not change any Church doctrine or dogma. It is a determination of the archdiocese’s top pastoral priorities. The outcome could impact school communities, so we encourage as many people participating as possible. Your main opportunity to participate is by signing up and attending a Conversations in the Spirit session, followed by participating in an online survey called the Disciple Maker Index. 

For more information, click here.

A Family Centered in Christ

Family life is often busy and chaotic. It's important to find a center that holds everything together. For a Catholic family, that center is Jesus. He gives us strength to order our priorities and find peace when life gets demanding. To read more, click here.

Guardian Angels Prayer Partner Program

The Guardian Angels Prayer Partner program was set up as part of the preparation for First Communion.  Each second grade child is paired with an adult from our parish and they are asked to pray for each other throughout the year.  It is not a huge time commitment. We try to get together 3-4 times throughout the school year to meet each other and go to mass with each other. During the times they are not together they are asked to pray for each other. 

If you are interested in being part of this wonderful program, you will need to complete the Safe Environment Training Program. Please see the information below from our Safe Environment Coordinator, Mrs. Joan Schoenhoeft.

In accordance with the Archdiocese of Cincinnati’s Decree on Child Protection, any adult (18+) who volunteers in a capacity that involves contact with youth must meet specific safe environment requirements before they can begin volunteering.  

To become eligible, all volunteers must complete the following steps: 

1. Register for SafeParish 
2. Complete the Online Background Check 
3. Complete the Child Protection Training Bulletin 
4. Acknowledge Decree 

To maintain good standing, you will also be required to complete short (5 minutes), ongoing quarterly training bulletins sent via email. 

We are so blessed to have wonderful volunteers at G.A. and it is our great desire that you will continue as a prayer partner for our youth. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to me at Jschoenhoeft@gaparish.org, or 513-624-2195, and I will be happy to send you detailed instructions on how to complete the above requirements.  

RSVP for the Guardian Angels Parish Picnic

Come celebrate the Feast of the Guardian Angels with a community potluck lunch following the 10 am Mass on Sunday, September 27 from 11 am-1 pm.

At the picnic, GA will provide drinks and the main entrée (pulled pork and chicken). We ask parishioners to bring a side dish, salad, or dessert to share. Please bring your dish in a throw-away container and any utensils for your dish.

Please RSVP here by Monday, September 20th with how many people in your family plan to attend and what dish you plan to bring to share.  

Guardian Angels Major Awards

Young Men's Faith & Fellowship

Save the date: World Mental Health Day Celebration

Following the 5pm Mass at IHM, join the SGG Mental Wellness Ministry, with support of the SGG Health Council, in celebrating Word Mental Health Day.

Bring your families, friends, and enthusiasm to celebrate our awareness and concern for mental health in our community and around the world!

Rosary at the Bonfire Pit (by the IHM football field), with intercessions remembering those challenged by mental health problems.

Followed by a delicious fall picnic in the Pavilion, with food provided by the Mental Wellness Ministry and Health Council, and featuring s’mores for both kids and adults!

Watch future SGG bulletins for further details.

Children's Choir

Mr. Spencer is seeking to establish a children’s choir for the 2026-2027 school year for children in 4th-8th grade that will primarily sing for the Tuesday Morning (8:15AM) School Mass and selected scheduled liturgies on the weekend. A registration form is included with a schedule of events for 2026-2027. Rehearsals will begin September 2, 2026. If you have questions, please reach out to Matt Spencer, Associate Director of Worship at matts@sggparish.org of call (513) 624-3149.”

Suicide Healing and Remembrance Mass

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.

COMMUNITY NEWS

St. Ursula Academy

To help every young woman find her voice and give her the courage to sing.

• Middle School Volleyball Night: October 1
• Educational Services Information Night: October 6
• Shadow Days: Through November 13
• Open House: November 8
• Theatre Preview Night: November 11
• Showcase Night: December 3
• Sleigh Day: December 5
• Middle School Basketball Night: December 15

Click here for information on Admission events.

Saying

Purcell Marian

Cultivating the best in each for the benefit of all

• Grade School Sports Explosion: October 2
• Shadow Days: Schedule here
• Open House: October 21. Register here.

McNicholas High School

Explore McNicholas High School this fall and learn more about how you can Find Your Brilliance as a Rocket! 

• Shadow Days: Click here to schedule.
• Apply: Applications for admissions, scholarships, SAIL Program, and financial aid are open now through November 16.
• Information Sessions: September 30, October 13, 29 and November 13.
• Open House: October 25
• Future Rocket Sports Night: Football: August 21 or Girls Volleyball and/or Boys Soccer match(es): October 1. Free admission to grade school students!

St. Xavier High School

Men for Others

• Shadow Days: Click here to schedule
• Entrepreneurship Bootcamp: October 16 & 17. Register here.
• Open House: October 15 from 1-5 pm

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. All donations are taken to St. Francis Seraph Soup Kitchen.

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 small water bottles, jars of jelly, and individually prepackaged snacks are also needed.

All 4th grade classes are responsible for the next donation on Monday, September 21st. A complete schedule for the school year is attached.

Any children involved in the baking or packing of the treats can count their time toward Service to the Poor and Vulnerable.

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 contact Diocesan at Diocesan.com/Business or call 1-800-282-5106.

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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