RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
May 2, 2025
| | BOYS VOLLEYBALL - MARION COUNTY CHAMPS | | The boys volleyball team claims the first Marion County trophy in school history. The Royals swept Southport to advance to the championship match. The Royals defeated Franklin Central in straight sets to claimed the trophy. Junior Xavier Lawrie and senior Eli Berger each had 25 kills on the day. Senior Matthew Dial led the team with 74 assists. | | BOYS GOLF - MARION COUNTY CHAMPS | | The Royal boys golf team won the Marion County Championship on a fifth score tie with Brebeuf Jesuit. They were led by sophomore Sam Eckhart, who shot 78 and finished 5th to make All County. Seniors Noah Irwin and Keegan Rund shot 79, tying for 7th place and also earning All-County. Freshman Jimmy Kessenich shot his career low 82, and sophomore Gabe Sulit shot 83 to enable the team to win on 5th score. Congratulations, Royal golfers! | | | | |
The boys track and field team continued their impressive season, placing 3rd at the McNulty Invite hosted by Warren Central.
Congratulations to the 4X400m relay team, juniors Owen Lewis, Anthony Litz, Ben Swiezy and senior Sam Vaught for setting a new school record of 3:21.46!
| | SIDHOM WINS ESSAY CONTEST | | |
Last week, sophomore Grace Sidhom, winner of the Serra Club of Indianapolis 2025 John D. Kelley Vocations Essay competition, was honored at the annual awards luncheon. Grace's essay, "Pilgrims of Hope: Following God's Call" won for the 10th grade category, and she was invited to read her essay out-loud during the event.
Grace's essay was about her journey of converting to Catholicism and how Father Eric Johnson R'92 and Father Tim Wyciskalla R'06 had such a big impact on her. "I won the essay contest, which really surprised me. It's an honor to receive this award because it truly shows how people shouldn't give up or don't think you won't win," said Grace. "I'm truly grateful for everyone who believed in me for this essay."
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Congratulations to the Royal Concert Band on earning a Gold rating at ISSMA’s Organizational contest, which was held Saturday in Shelbyville!
Hats off to Laura Gottman R'10, band director, and Lindsey Meyer, assistant band director, and the entire band on a job well done!
| | RONCALLI DEPARTMENT OF THE WEEK | | |
This week, we celebrate our amazing Cafeteria Staff as the Department of the Week! Thank you for taking such good care of all of us every day, making sure we are fed and happy.
Pictured: Lori Agresta, Jill Amonette R'01, Joan Cahill, Anne Elliott, Candace Golec, Clare Halfaker R'03, Tina Halfaker, Cathy Huser, Laura Kappel R'04, Michelle Marsh R'94, Kellie Meer, Amy O'Gara R'91, Katie Quillen R'99, Jeff Richardson, Karen Shover R'83, Deanna Smith, Sharon Swhear R'82, George Surface and Dennis Terry
Not Pictured: Emily Dozier R'02, Amy Feldman R'95, Ashley Irwin R'04, Sarah Kegerreis R'96, Mandy Kessenich R'98, Jen Kriner, Kathleen McGuire, Anna Schweers, Desirae Spearing R'98, Sharon Tolin R'73, Jeanne Wagner and Kelly Williams
| | FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT EVENTS | | |
Spring is here, and the Roncalli Fine Arts department is buzzing with activity!
The annual Art Show will be held TONIGHT, Friday, May 2, in the auditorium lobby. Artwork from all art classes will be on display from 5 PM to 8 PM with students from AP Studio Art available during this time to discuss their work. Light refreshments will be served. There is no admission charge for this event.
The Choral Pops concert is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. All choirs will perform at this concert.
The band will wrap up the Fine Arts season with their spring concert on Wednesday, May 14 at 7:00 PM in the auditorium. The Concert and Jazz Bands will perform a medley of songs.
The pops and band concerts are ticketed events. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. Tickets for both concerts are available at roncalli.booktix.com beginning April 25.
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We are thrilled to let you know that ROAR, Roncalli’s favorite fundraiser, was highly successful and exceeded our goal this year, including the funds raised for our Big Give, supporting the restoration of the Chapel of the Sacred Heart! The event also ensures our Circle of Faith projects, which include needs-based tuition assistance, teacher training and enrichment, projects on campus and the endowment are funded, making Roncalli the Greatest School on Earth.
We are blessed to have the support of our community – and support from our sponsors, donors, committee members and volunteers! We are especially thankful for the students who volunteered at the event to ensure our guests enjoyed every minute of the evening. Thank you for celebrating with us and for supporting the students, families, faculty and staff at Roncalli High School!
If you weren’t able to make it, use this link to make a donation or view photos from the event!
| | THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS | | |
Catholic Youth Organization
Indianapolis Fruit
Laundry & Tan Connection
Mader Design
Piazza Produce
O'Riley Branson Funeral Service & Crematory
Pittman Legal & Tax Advisors
VisionQuest Eyecare
Werner Financial
Wolf Family Dentistry
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Thank you for being part of ROAR! Whether you joined us at the event, explored our silent auction, or placed a bid, we’re grateful for your support and participation.
To help us make ROAR even better in the future, please take a few moments to complete a short survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we’d love to hear your thoughts!
| | On Wednesday, the Class of 2025 enjoyed their field day. Students played corn hole, connect four and teams competed in a kickball tournament. The "$ticks" team made up of (back row left to right) Drew Nelson, Maddux Haworth, Marty Babcock, coach Macen Hendrix, Jack Oncale, Daylan Powers, (front row left to right) Addy Poe, Josie Lezon, Kalise Gutierrez, Mac Kruer and Eva Hurrle won the competition. Congratulations! | |
NEWMAN CONNECTION
Parents and Students of the Class of 2025:
As a school community, we work every day to establish a strong faith community and to foster a love for our Church. After our students graduate, we recognize the need to support our graduates in staying connected to the Catholic Church. In our continued commitment to our student's spiritual growth, we partner with Newman Connection.
Newman Connection’s High School Outreach Program is dedicated to connecting graduating high school students to the Catholic campus ministry of their chosen college (whether it is a Catholic college or not). In an effort to bridge the gap in the transition between the community here at Roncalli and the Catholic faith community of our student's chosen college, Roncalli will provide our students' names and emails to the Newman Connection to invite them to connect to the Catholic campus ministry on campus - whether that is an invitation to come to Mass, to participate in a service opportunity or to receive pastoral support.
Parents or students can sign up now by clicking below.
| | If you are not interested in participating in this program, please contact Mary Sheets msheets@roncalli.org by graduation day. Please feel free to contact Katie Hibner khibner@roncalli.org, Roncalli's Campus Minister, if you have any questions regarding Newman Connection’s High School Outreach Program. | | SERVICE HOUR REQUIREMENTS | | |
Next deadline: *18 Hours (including 8 Hope Hours)*
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Monday, May 12th @ 11:59 PM - logged in MobileServe by student
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Thursday, May 15th @ 11:59 PM - verified by adult supervisor
| | | | Roncalli Media Network is the place to be for all things RHS! You can check out the calendar at the button below for all broadcast information each week. You will just click on the date, and it will direct you to the live stream. | | | | Seniors were given this graduation guide, and it contains all of the important upcoming events and dates leading up to graduation. (click button to view full-size guide) | | INDIANA CHOICE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION | | |
Please submit your 2025-26 Choice Scholarship (formerly "voucher") application and upload your 2024 taxes. Click here for income limits and a link to our google form application with dropbox link. You must reapply and submit taxes and documents each year. The state deadline is September 1, but we recommend completing everything by June 1 so that it is in place for your first tuition payment due July 10.
If you have any questions, contact Julie Gantner, director of tuition assistance, at (317) 787-8277 x 278 or jgantner@roncalli.org.
Universal Choice Update: Starting with the 2026-27 school year, the income cap will be removed entirely on Indiana's Choice Scholarship Program, allowing every Indiana family to apply. PLEASE NOTE - THIS DOES NOT CHANGE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR NEXT YEAR.
| | 2024-2025 YEARBOOK ORDERING | | |
Do you want to make sure your student receives a yearbook for the current school year? You can order online now. The price is $80. Yearbooks will be passed out to graduating seniors in July and to all other students on the first day of the 2025-26 school year. Questions? Email Julie Albertson at jalbertson@roncalli.org.
| | NURSE ASHLEY - SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT BELOW | | |
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.
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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.
| | ALUMNI NIGHT AT VICTORY FIELD | | |
RSVP now for a fun-filled evening at Victory Field. Ticket deadline is May 12. A ticket ($25) includes entrance to Victory Field, Corona Premier Patio, food, drink and a reserved seat. Fireworks to follow the game. Family and guests are welcome!
Game Day: Friday, June 13, 2025
Game Time: 7:05 PM
Food & Beverages: 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM.
Tickets will be provided at a later date.
New! Custom Indians and Roncalli t-shirts are only $20!
T-shirt order deadline is May 8. Order now!
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Annually, the Roncalli High School Alumni Association sponsors a summer basketball league. This league runs from June through August, consisting of eight regular season games on Sundays. The season concludes with a postseason tournament. Each game will consist of two-20 minute running halves and will be officiated by two IHSAA officials. Those who are not Roncalli alumni are welcome to play. The rule to ensure the integrity and intent of the league is that three alumni must be on the court for each team for the entire game. If necessary, different divisions will be implemented to ensure fair competition.
Additional information regarding the league and registration is forthcoming.
If you have any questions, please contact the alumni basketball league coordinator, Jack Hegwood R’18 at jackhegwood@gmail.com.
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Roncalli High School Class of 1975 50th Reunion
Weekend of July 26-27, 2025
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Roncalli High School Class of 1990 35th Reunion
Save the Date for August 23, 2025
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Roncalli High School Class of 1985 40th Reunion
Save the Date for September 13, 2025
| | | | The 2025 Katie's Walk for Hope will take place on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at noon at Roncalli. Please join us to remember Katie Lynch R'12, who passed away from childhood cancer in 2011 at the age of 17. This event has raised funds to provide numerous scholarships for high school and college students, as well as provide much-needed assistance to families struggling with cancer. Please click the following link or visit Katie's Hope on Facebook to register. Katie's Hope Foundation: 2025 Katie's Walk for Hope | |
OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
GOLF FORE FAITH FUNDRAISER
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Links to the St. Jude Volunteer signups:
| | SAINTS FRANCIS & CLARE OF ASSISI MEN'S CLUB ANNUAL GOLF OUTING | | |
Join us for the Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Men's Club Annual Golf Outing at the beautiful Hickory Stick Golf Club. More than just a round of golf, this event is a powerful way to support the heart of our community—our youth. Every swing, putt and cheer directly benefits the SSFC Youth Athletic Program, helping provide resources, equipment and opportunities for our young athletes to grow in confidence, teamwork and faith. Be a part of something meaningful—let’s drive it home for our kids!
EARLY BIRD May 10 - June 8, 2025 $125 per Golfer
June 9 - 12, 2025 $150 per Golfer
REGISTER NOW! TEXT 2025GolfOuting to 76278
VOLUNTEER & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! Visit our website at ss-fc.org to learn more.
QUESTIONS: Jerry Cecil, athletic director, jcecil@ss-fc.org
| | 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 $7,102.05 to Roncalli last school year through the Kroger Community Rewards program! | | INDIANA MEMBERS CREDIT UNION | | |
Indiana Members Credit Union has a debit card program where a portion of every purchase with an IMCU Roncalli debit card comes back to Roncalli. Roncalli received $2,500 from IMCU in 2024! Go to IMCU to set up your checking account and get the Roncalli debit card.
https://www.imcu.com/personal/checking.
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05/08/25
CHORAL POPS CONCERT
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05/14/25
CONCERT & JAZZ BAND PERFORMS
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- For the repose of the soul of Dr. Judy Grimes, mother of Julie Albertson, teacher, coach, publications advisor and athletic ministry coordinator at Roncalli, grandmother of Dexter Albertson R'09, Damen Albertson R'12, Grace Albertson R'17 and Sophie Albertson R'22..
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For Nicole "Coco" (Clark) Burke R'12, who is fighting alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, an extremely rare cancer.
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For Hannah Tyler R'23, daughter of Shane and Lisa Tyler and sister of Seth Tyler R'22. She had a glioma brain tumor removed and is recovering from surgery.
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For the healing of junior BC (Brayden Collins), who is battling leukemia.
- For God’s blessings and mercy upon Archbishop Charles Thompson and his ministry in shepherding the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.
- For those who struggle to find adequate food, clothing, shelter and medical services and for those most in need of God’s mercy.
- For healing of body, mind and spirit for all people dealing with depression, addiction or mental health issues.
- For strength and healing for all those fighting off life-threatening illnesses and for their families and caregivers.
- For the men and women of our armed forces and their families, especially our Roncalli High School alums serving in the military.
- For our Roncalli alums preparing for a religious vocation as a priest, religious woman or missionary.
- For vocations to the priesthood, religious life and missionary field, and that Roncalli High School and its families will provide a nurturing environment that fosters and supports these vocations.
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RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL
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info@roncalli.org
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