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Notre Dame Academy

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Senior Parent Mtg, 6:30pm

Winter Pep Rally with Signing

P.A.N.D.A. Bake Sale

ACT Valentine’s Dance, 8-11pm

Mardi Gras Boosters 7pm

Ash Wednesday Liturgy

NO CLASSES-Faculty/Staff Formation

NO CLASSES-President’s Day

NDJA Info Breakfast

PLCProfessional Skills Lab 7:30am

Mad for Plaid

NO CLASSES-Service Day, Pre-ACT, & ACT Spring Sports Mtg. 6:30pm

PLCProfessional Skills Lab 7:30am

IMPORTANT DATES THIS

MONTH

“As Lent is the time for greater love, listen to Jesus’ thirst…He knows your weakness. He wants only your love, wants only the chance to love you.”

-St. Mother Thesesa of Calcutta

Dear NDA Families,

As we welcome February, we also prepare for the holy season of Lent. We are fortunate to spend each day in an environment where our faith shines through all we do. It’s incredible to watch God working through our students, faculty and staff. The kindness, compassion and dedication witnessed daily is truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your daughter(s) with us, as we all feel beyond blessed to be part of her journey and of the Notre Dame Academy family.

Blessings,

Mrs. Sarah Cullum, M.Ed., M.A. NDA Principal

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Embracing our Feminine Genius

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1P.A.N.D.A., 7pm

2Link Lunch

3HSPT - Class of 2022

Make-up (must RSVP) 8:00amHigh School Solo &

Ensemble (Not at NDA)

Speech Team Districts --State Qualifiers (Not at NDA)

4 5Newsletter OnlinePLC Committee Mtg.

6Senior Parent

Meeting, 6:30pm

7Schedule 3Winter Pep Rally

with Signing

8P.A.N.D.A. Bake SaleDept. Chair Meeting

9Schedule 2

10ACTValentine’s Dance,

8-11pm

11 12 13Special ScheduleMardi GrasSpirit Week Kick-offBoosters, 7pm

14Schedule 2BlazersAsh Wednesday

Liturgy

15Faculty/Staff Mtg.

16NO CLASSESFaculty/Staff

FormationSpeech Team

Districts--National Qualifiers (Not at NDA)

17Speech Team

Districts--National Qualifiers (Not at NDA)

18 19NO CLASSESPresident’s Day

20Junior High Info

Breakfast, 7:30am

21Schedule 4PLCProfessional Skills

Lab, 7:30amCampus Ministry

Morning 7:30amBYU Final Exam

(Session 3) 7:30-8:30am

22 23Special ScheduleVariety Show7th-8th Grade

Dance, 7-9pm

24Mad for Plaid

25 26 27NO CLASSESService Day

Grades 7 & 8Pre-ACT

Grades 9 & 10ACT (@NDA)Spring Sports

Meeting, 6:30pm

28Schedule 4PLCProfessional Skills Lab, 7:30am

February 2018

SCHEDULING WEEK

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK/SPIRIT WEEK

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1P.A.N.D.A., 7pmStates for Speech

Team (Not at NDA)

2SC Leadership Info

Session (SFT)States for Speech

Team (Not at NDA)

3States for Speech

Team (Not at NDA)

4Spring Fine Arts

Concert, 2pmIB Visual Arts

Reception I, 3-4:30pm

5Newsletter OnlineSC Leadership Info

Session (SFT)PLC Committee Mtg.

6Spring Sports

Pictures, 3:15pm Softball & Lacrosse

7Schedule 4PLCProfessional Skills

Lab, 7:30amCampus Ministry

Morning 7:30amIncoming Freshman

Registration, 4 & 6pmIB Visual Arts Reception

II, 4:30-6pm

8Dept. Chair Meeting

9Schedule 2BlazersLiturgy

10SATChoir Districts

11Mom & Me, 1-3pm

12 13Boosters, 7pm

14Extended PLCSchedule 6--2hr delayFreshmen

Enrichment (Gr. 9)

15Faculty/Staff Mtg.

16Special ScheduleReconciliationService Hours DueEnd of Quarter 3

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18 19Campaign for Exec

Office

20Schedule 2Career Week

SpeakersCampaign for Exec

OfficeSpring Sports

Pictures, 3:15pm Track & Field and Rowing

21Schedule 2Career Week

Speakers7th Grade RetreatCampaign for Exec

Office

22Schedule 2Career Week

Activities

23Schedule 2Professional

Activities

24Spring ActivityProm & After Prom

25Winter Sports

Awards, 12pm

26Schedule 2SC Questioning

AssemblyExecutive SC Election7th-8th Stations of

the Cross

27 28Schedule 4PLCProfessional Skills Lab, 7:30amCampus Ministry

Morning 7:30amBYU Final Exam

(Session 4) 7:30-8:30am

29Schedule 5BlazersStations of the Cross2018-19 Registration

Payment DueAP & IB Testing Fees

Due

30Easter BreakGood Friday

28Easter BreakHoly Saturday

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News & UpdatesWe are in need of families to help host students who will be attending NDA for the 2018-2019 school year. NDA is now home to several international students. Some stay for one year to have a cultural exchange and some would like to graduate from NDA.

There are many benefits to hosting an international student. It brings a global perspective to your home. It encourages an international opportunity to learn more about another culture while sharing your culture with that student. It offers an opportunity to learn another language while teaching them about American language and meanings. More importantly, it is sharing your home with a young adult who is away from their parents and is looking for a supportive caring atmosphere to experience an academic, social and cultural experience.

General guidelines:• We only host students one year at a time. There is

no obligation past that one year for those students who are looking to stay until they graduate. However, if both parties should agree that they wish to continue a second year that can be a possibility but not an expectation.

• Can be single or married• Can share a room with another student• Just needs a bed, somewhere to put their clothes

and a study area• Needs to be loved and guided just like your own kids

We will have several students from other countries that will need homes for next year. Their profiles ready within the next few weeks.

We presently have a profile for a young lady from Taiwan, a girl scout who will be a sophomore, who is used to a younger sister who she helps with her homework. She has earned a scholarship to come and study in the US.

Please call now if you are interested or would just like to learn more with no obligations. Ms. Angie Joseph, 419-475-9359 ext 1253 or email ajoseph@nda.org

NDA IS LOOKING FOR HOST FAMILIES

Mardi Gras is Tuesday, February 13th. This is an annual charity fundraiser which the entire school community attends, hosted and organized by the Sophomore Class. It is a fun event for the school while doing good for others!

Half of the profits from Mardi Gras go to the Sisters of Notre Dame Mission in Papua, New Guinea, while the other half is donated to a charity chosen by the Sophomore Class. This year, the Sophomores have chosen the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Northern Ohio Chapter.

How can you help?• Consider making a donation of a gift card or any gift

item that we can combine with others to make a basket for the raffle. (This can be dropped off in the main office.)

• Volunteer to help sell tickets or wrap raffle baskets this week. (Contact Mrs. Ana Kraus at akraus@nda.org)

• Volunteer to help set up, serve, or clean up on Feb 13th (Contact Mrs. Ana Kraus at akraus@nda.org )

• Make sure your daughter buys plenty of tickets to buy lunch, enter the raffle, and participate in activities. Remember that we are supporting two charities with the profits.

Please contact Mrs. Joan Funk at jfunk@nda.org or Mrs. Karri Adler kadler@nda.org with any questions or suggestions. Thank you for your support of this very worthwhile event.

MARDI GRAS 2018

February 27th is a "no color" day. The 7th and 8th graders will be having a Service Day. The 9th and 10th graders will be taking the PreACT. The 11th graders will be taking the ACT. The 12th graders can use this day to go on college visits, work on scholarship applications, etc.

FEBRUARY 27TH REMINDERS

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“Give your hands to serve and your hearts to love.” ~Mother Theresa

Plans are underway and excitement is building for several fun events which will take place over the next few weeks at NDA. As always, we would appreciate support from our volunteers to help make these events a success.

February 8th: PANDA Bake Sale• Donations of baked goods needed.

February 13th: Mardi Gras at NDA• Help is needed in a variety of ways on this day as

well as the week before.

February 23rd: 7th / 8th Grade Dance, 7-9 p.m.• Help is needed providing supervision for the event.

Coming up next month is a very special event for all Notre Dame Academy students and their mothers (or special women in their lives). The Mom & Me event will take place this year on Sunday, March 11th from 1 to 3 p.m. Please see the invitation included in this newsletter for additional details. If you are able to help by donating items for the basket raffle for charity, please contact the event chairs, Gwen Smaciarz (smaciarz@me.com) or Michele Merritt (merrittm422@aol.com). Thank you!

To RSVP for the Mom & Me event, please click the link below:

https://fs26.formsite.com/e8y7T9/form27/index.html

FROM THE VOLUNTEER COORDINATORMad for Plaid February 24, 2018 @ 6:00 p.m. The Pinnacle in Maumee

NDA Class of 2018 Graduation Package Silent Auction item!! Package includes: six (6) reserved seats in the non-parent section; two (2) reserved parking spaces at Rosary Cathedral on May 16, 2018; tent, tables, chairs; 3-hour limousine service for 6 guests. Must be used by September 30, 2018. Donated by: Notre Dame Academy, American Rent-All, and Childers Limousine Service.

Visit www.nda.org/mad-for-plaid/ for more information!

Any questions, please contact: Nikie Kunz ’94, Advancement Event Coordinator, 419.725.1279, nkunz@nda.org

MAD FOR PLAID 2018

Course Registration

Reminder! Your daughters Course Registration sheet for the 2018-2019 school year is due to the counseling center by Friday, February 9th. Please make sure that she has the appropriate signatures on her form, including a parent signature. If your daughter has any questions, please remind her that her counselor will be available in the main lobby every day during Student Flex Time.

FROM THE COUNSELING CENTER

Upcoming Deadlines

Wednesday, February 28, 2018: FACTS Management financial aid application deadline for all continuing students

~ The FACTS web address is: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3FHR2. If you utilized FACTS in 2017-18 for tuition assistance or for the monthly payment plan, you can use your same login information for 2018-19. All families with need-based assistance must re-apply annually.

Thursday, March 29, 2018: The $300 Registration Fee is due for all returning students. Payment to be made directly to Notre Dame. The Registration Fee is not included in FACTS payment plans.

FROM THE FINANCE OFFICE

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Seniors met with Mrs. Desmond to review the requirements for Senior Project. Completion of a Senior Project is a non-course credit bearing requirement (.25 credit). Only Full Diploma candidates are exempt from completing the assignment, as their CAS project takes its place.

Senior Project Due DatesJanuary 31st: Senior Project (Part II) Proposal Packet Form, Research and Checklist due to Mrs. Desmond

January 31st: Senior Project (Part III) Resume & Cover Letter Due to Mrs. Desmond

May 9th-15th: ShadowingMay 15th: Time Sheet, Sponsor Evaluation, Reflection Slides & Photocopy (picture) of Thank You Note Due to Mrs. Desmond

May 15th: Senior Project Sharing (TBA)

Junior AchievementThis month the 7th & 8th graders completed their study of the Junior Achievement program. We had a lot of fun role playing job interview scenarios and discussed helpful career tools such as job applications, resumes, cover letters, and letters of recommendation.

Dine & DoOn January 23rd, NDA welcomed Kristen Rausch, Coordinator of the Fine Arts Admissions at BGSU. She discussed pathways to careers in the Arts and highlighted the different careers associated with a B.F.A. vs. a B.A. She also answered questions from the students and shared details about her own professional journey to her current position.

A Mandatory Student & Parent Meeting for anyone interested in taking College Credit Plus courses was held on 1/23. (Must be a U.S. Citizen; Ohio resident to participate)

More information is available on www.nda.org-> Academics->Advanced Studies->

March 28th @ 12:00 pm: must submit Letter of Intent to Mrs. Desmond (April 1st we will be on Spring Break).

April 13th: must have your SAFE Account COMPLETE

Parents of SeniorsFebruary 27th is a day for seniors to go on a college visit, finish applications, work on scholarships, and work on the FAFSA. Seniors will not be reporting to school that day. Encourage your daughter to use her time wisely! Be sure to have your daughter bring us her acceptance letters and scholarship awards (we will make a copy and return it). This is the only way we are able to keep track of all of the good news as the colleges rarely alert us of their decisions. We thank you in advance! Be sure to complete your FAFSA (and CSS Profile if necessary). If you need assistance completing these forms, I am happy to help. www.fafsa.ed.gov. I am in the process of sending out mid-year transcripts. Encourage your daughter to turn in her blue Mid-Year Request form so I know where she wants her transcripts sent. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Adrian Meier at ameier@nda.org.

Parents of JuniorsYour daughter will be taking the ACT on February 27th (during the school day). I encourage her to download an app on ACT Prep, go to a test prep website, or borrow a prep book from the library. Let’s make sure she is prepared for this important test! Some colleges require their applicants to take the SAT Subject tests. This is separate from the SAT/ACT. Check with the schools your daughter is interested in to see if this is necessary I have begun meeting individually with your daughters to discuss the college search and application process. If you would like to schedule a parent meeting, please contact Mrs. Adrian Meier at ameier@nda.org.

All parentsIt’s never too early to start planning college visits. Do you have spring break plans? Check and see if there are any campuses nearby for you to see! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Adrian Meier at ameier@nda.org

FROM THE COLLEGE COUNSELOR

NDA has a Professional Skills Lab where students can walk in on any Wednesday during Flex Time and receive assistance with the following:

• Resumes• Cover Letters• Networking• Job Application/Entry Assessments• Interviewing Preparation• Networking Development• Linked In • Senior Project Assistance

FROM THE CAREER COUNSELOR

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Any Freshmen or Sophomore interested in IB should take time to meet with Ms. Joseph to help determine how IB can fit in their schedules and be a fit for their goals. Parents are encouraged to meet as well with Ms. Joseph or call if they have questions or need assistance while helping their child find the right IB courses.

IB is self selecting and anyone is open to take the courses. However, all students must meet with Ms. Joseph before signing up for an IB class and get an IB registration form that must be signed and turned into Ms. Joseph directly.

Learn about the benefits of IB, the process and how our graduates have used it once they have gone to college and beyond. Contact Ms. Angie Joseph for more details ajoseph@nda.org.

FROM THE IB COORDINATOR

hurry, hurry! time is running out!Check out Summer Academy at nda.org!!

Take advantage of the $25.00 discount on all Academic (Computer Apps, Government, and Health) and Discovery Camps.

Camps will return to full price on Saturday, March 17!

Questions?? Contact Lauren Boyles-Brewitt, lboyles@nda.org, 419-724-1008

NEW for Summer ‘18!Academic: Computer Applications

Discovery: Cake Decorating (M-Th. week of June 5 only) Beginning Piano Creative Crafters, Inc. The Writer’s Café

For the 2018-2019 school year, the State of Ohio requires all 7th , 8th, 9th and 12th graders to be vaccinated against meningococcal disease. One dose is required for school entry.

Beginning now, students need to obtain this vaccine from their doctor or via the Shots for Tots program thru the Lucas County Health Department. Again, this vaccine is required for the 2018-2019 school year for our incoming 7th graders (Class of 2024), all 8th graders (Class of 2023), 9thgraders (Class of 2022) and our rising 12th graders (Class of 2019). After the vaccine is administered, please supply documentation of this to the nurses’ office. If you have any questions, please give us a call!

FROM THE NURSES

Upcoming Music Dept. Events: March 4: Fine Arts Concert, 2:00pm March 10: Choir Districts

Congratulations to the following students for being selected into the OMEA All-District Choir. They will perform at the Stranahan Theater on Sunday, February 18 at 7:00pm.

Emma KapszukiewiczClaire TamMaia JonesSamantha DrzewieckiPaloma DeLaFuente-Steeb Kathryn Roth

FROM MRS. JOHNSThe NDA Student Math Circle will meet the following days this semester: Thursday, February 22nd, Tuesday March 27th and Tuesday, April 24th. All three meetings will be from 3:15 to 4:30 in room 301. This Math circle is for 7th to 9th graders and allows the students to explore mathematics through games, projects and activities. Please encourage your daughter to come and experience math and have FUN!

FROM MATH CIRCLE

Work study schedules for those students who are scheduled to work after school during the 4th quarter will be mailed by the end of February. Work will begin March 19 and go through exam week at the end of May. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Cyndy Brookover at cbrookover@nda.org.

FOR WORK STUDY STUDENTS

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DATE CHANGE: Due to impending weather conditions, the NDJA Info Breakfast will be held on Tuesday, February 20th at 7:30am. Please email lpelz@nda.org with questions.

To NDA families who currently have, or have had, a daughter attend NDJA.

The Admissions Team would like to ask you to keep your eyes and ears open to any families who may be looking for a unique junior high option. As seasoned parents who have experienced our junior high, you have first-hand knowledge of the care and love given to our little eagles as they transition into high school. We would like to ask you to keep telling your story and inviting others to experience the JA with their daughter. Your girls are our best representatives of the success of our program and we want to bring in more bold, brilliant, beautiful and blessed girls like your own! If you have someone in mind we would be happy to reach out to them and invite them to visit – just call the admissions office and ask for Theresa or Liz. Thank you for your help!

FROM THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE

Abigail Firsdon (10) family friendClaire Hoyt (9) grandfatherJala Johnson (11) grandfatherNevaeh Krontz (9) grandmotherMcKenna Meehan (9) uncleAlana Okuley (12) grandfatherSabra Szavuly (12) grandmotherClaire Tam (7) fatherMrs. Karri Adler uncleMrs. Laura Firsdon family friendMrs. Liz Pelz uncle

We extend our deepest sympathies to the following students, faculty, and staff who have recently lost a loved one.

You and your families remain in our thoughts and prayers

With Heartfelt Sympathy

If you know someone with a 6th or 7th grade daughter who might like to learn more about our 7th and 8th grade and it's pre-IB curriculum, please invite them to our NDJA Breakfast on Tuesday, February 20 from 7:30am–8:30am. At the breakfast, staff will explain the curriculum including the new 8th grade pre-IB course next year where each student will learn high school organization and academic skills then apply IB-Learner Profile skills to a capstone project in a subject she is passionate about. Business office staff will also be at the breakfast to answer tuition and financial aid questions. Please have them RSVP to lpelz@nda.org.

INVITE A FRIEND TO THE NDJA INFO BREAKFAST

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Mandatory Paperwork/Forms:

**Important PRIVIT Update: Starting May 1, 2017, parents should log in to PRIVIT to join their daughter(s) to their 2017-2018 sports team(s) and all required documents should be e-signed by parents and students for the 17-18 school year.**

All of NDA’s athletic forms and paperwork for 7th through 12th graders will be completed online through PRIVIT. Physical forms must be completed on PRIVIT, printed off, and submitted to the athletic department with proper physician, parent, and student signatures and dates.

NDA only accepts the PRIVIT Physical Packet.

All other forms are completed and signed electronically on PRIVIT. Please visit this link for instructions: http://s3.amazonaws.com/vnn-aws-sites/10775/files/2016/08/47b67fe924f7b5b6-Notre-Dames-Privit-Profile-completion-guide-as-of-081516.pdf

The PRIVIT documents must be completed and e-signed online and a valid PRIVIT physical must be on file with the athletic department to participate in any summer events, tryouts, or practices.

Please contact Athletic Director Gary Snyder, gsnyder@nda.org, or Assistant Athletic Director Diane Clark, dclark@nda.org, with questions.

Check out the Athletic website via nda.org and follow the

Athletic Department on Twitter @NDAEagleSports

UPCOMING ATHLETICS REMINDERS

• Tuesday, February 13: Athletic Boosters Meeting in the Dining Commons, 7 pm.

• Monday, February 19: First Day of high school lacrosse and softball mandatory tryouts.

• Lacrosse tryouts- 2/19 7-9 pm, 2/20 7-9 pm, & 2/21 7-9 pm. Subject to change. Contact Head Varsity Coach Josh Schaar with questions at josh.schaar@gmail.com.

• Softball tryouts- 2/19 2-4:30 pm, 2/20 3:15-5 pm, 2/21 3:15-5 pm. Subject to change. Contact Head Varsity Coach Norm Kujawa with questions at njkujawa@buckeye-express.com.

• Tuesday, February 20: First Day of high school rowing mandatory practice. 6-7:15 am in Sr. Carol Hall. Please contact Head Rowing Coach Anna Muller with questions at notredameacademycrew@gmail.com.

• Tuesday, February 27: Mandatory Spring Sports Meeting for Parents and Student-Athletes, 6:30 pm at NDA in the Performing Arts Center. All student-athletes and at least one parent/guardian for students participating in high school lacrosse, softball, and track & field must attend.

• Monday, March 5: First Day of high school outdoor track & field mandatory practice at NDA, 3:30-5:30 pm. Indoor track & field (club) is currently training and will attend meets in February. Please contact Head Varsity Track & Field Coach Ray Strassner with questions at rcstrass@yahoo.com.

• Tuesday, March 6: High School Spring Sports Pictures for lacrosse and softball in the gym after school.

• Monday, March 12: Round 2 of the Buffalo Wild Wings Bracket Challenge at the Central Avenue Location vs. Southview, 5-9 pm. Look for more details as we get closer. Thanks for your support in our Round 1 victory!

• Tuesday, March 13: Athletic Boosters Meeting in the Dining Commons, 7 pm.

• Tuesday, March 20: High School Spring Sports Pictures for track & field and rowing in the gym after school.

• Sunday, March 25: Winter Sports Awards in the PAC for high school basketball, gymnastics, and swimming & diving. Refreshments in Sr. Carol Hall from 12-12:30 pm. The program will start in the PAC at 12:30 pm.

Go Eagles!

FROM THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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Walking Taco Dessert

30 Beef Stroganoff

31 Tomato Soup Grilled Cheese

1 The Eagle Bowl

2 Baked Ziti

5 Taco Salad

6 Swedish Meatballs Augratin Potatoes

7 Baked Garlic

Parmesan Chicken

8 The Pasta Bowl

9 Garlic Cheese

Tortellini

12 Walking Taco

Dessert

13 Mardi Gras

14 Mac & Cheese

15 The Eagle Bowl

16 No Classes

19 No Classes

20 Chicken Alfredo

21 Chicken

Parmesan

22 The Oriental

Bowl

23 Cheese Lasagna

26 Walking Taco

Dessert

27 No Classes

28 Italian Chicken Roasted Red

Potatoes

1 The Eagle bowl

2 Tomato Soup Grilled Cheese

Any questions or concerns please contact

Susan Kosek- Resident Director AVI Foodsystems

419.725.1281

Additional Offerings Fresh Deli Sandwiches

Full Salad Bar with Assorted Toppings Varying Selection of Grill Sandwiches

The Lunch Menu for February

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February 2018

IMPORTANT DATES THIS

MONTH

2/13

2/16

2/19

2/20-23

2/23

2/27

3/6

Special Schedule: Mardi Gras

NO SCHOOL

NO SCHOOL

Catholic School’s Week

NDJA Dance 7-9pm

Special Schedule: JA Service Day

PenOhio forms due

Mardi Gras7th and 8th grade students will be celebrating Mardi Gras activities with the high school on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Students will be able to pre-purchase tickets this week. Please look for specific details on page 4 of this newsletter.

Catholic Schools WeekGrades 7 and 8 will be celebrating Catholic Schools Week this year from February 20 through February 23, 2018. Student Council members will be planning activities, and girls will learn what to expect in their homeroom in the upcoming weeks. Please Mark Your CalendarsPlease make a note in your calendars. In February, there will be no school on the following dates: February 16 (Faculty/Staff Formation) and February 19 (Presidents Day). Dance for Grades 7 and 8 will be Friday, February 23 from 7-9pm. If you are willing/able to help chaperone, please contact Mrs. Ana Kraus at akraus@nda.org.

Service Day for Grades 7 & 8On February 27th, the JA students will be traveling to different locations around Toledo for service. Students should plan to arrive at NDA by 8:15am, wear jeans or khakis, athletic shoes, and a spirit shirt, pack a brown bag lunch, and be picked up at 1pm. Permission slips will be going home with more details and any questions should be directed to Mrs. Smith at fsmith@nda.org.

Junior Academy News

Math CircleThe NDA Student Math Circle will meet the following days this semester: Thursday, February 22nd, Tuesday March 27th and Tuesday, April 24th. All three meetings will be from 3:15 to 4:30 in room 301. This Math circle is for 7th to 9th graders and allows the students to explore mathematics through games, projects and activities. Please encourage your daughter to come and experience math and have FUN!

Power of the Pen, now PenOhio: It is not too late to join if you have not yet!While we were saddened by the news that Power of the Pen would not be happening this year, Ms. Napoli is pleased to announce that Notre Dame Junior Academy has just joined a new competitive writing program! This program is called PenOhio, and closely resembles the values and goals of Power of the Pen.

Attached are two documents. The first is the initial welcome letter that was distributed last semester, but with the new PenOhio information in it. The second is the local tournament information sheet. This document needs to be filled out and signed by parents if your daughter is interested.

Additionally, there are directions for parents who are interested in chaperoning or judging during the tournament. I need this form completed and turned in to me either electronically or by your daughter by March 6, 2018. Even if you cannot chaperone or judge on the day of the tournament, I will need that form so that I know which students can attend.

In March and April, Ms. Napoli would like to meet with the team for an hour after school. Keep yours eyes peeled for an email with the dates of these meetings. If students have another commitment at the same time, do not worry, she is understanding!

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Hello NDJA Parents!  My name is Marisa Napoli (your children know me as Ms. Napoli), and I am the PenOhio team coach this year. PenOhio is a program that challenges junior high and high school students to express themselves through writing. The instructional alignments for PenOhio, and therefore for the ladies on the PenOhio team, are as follows:  

1. Anchored in Ohio’s Extended Writing and Reading Standards so as to build on writing skills that will prepare students for the next year of school 

2. Brings “production and distribution of writing” to life through socially-engaging experiences 

3. Student-centered inquiry is consistent with STEM curricula 4. Helps students build skills in narrative and creative writing so as to also 

emphasize skills needed for expository and persuasive writing 5. Praise focus: Holistic Evaluation Model 

 If you are receiving this letter, that means your daughter has expressed interest in being on the PenOhio team for the 2017-2018 school year. Not only would she be witness to the objectives above, but she will also learn to be accountable.   Team members will be required to attend bi-weekly meetings at the start of the season, and weekly meetings as the tournament date(s) grow closer. These meetings will be held during lunch on Tuesdays. (Please note: Your daughter can only attend these meetings if she brings a bagged lunch with her.) During the month prior to the first tournament date, there will be 2-3 meetings held after school. If the young ladies do not tell me that they will be missing a meeting or a tournament, the “three strike rule” will apply. After the third strike, we will need to set up a conversation as to whether or not she can remain on the team.  I am excited to help your daughters grow in their writing in beautiful ways!  God bless,   Ms. Marisa Napoli 

PenOhio Tournament Date and Information Name of parent completing this form: ________________________ Parent’s email address: ________________________ Daughter for whom this form is being completed: ________________ 

 Directions: Below, please checkmark the box if your daughter is able to attend the 

writing competition at Timberstone Middle School. If you, the parent(s), are interested in chaperoning or judging during the tournament, please specify in the appropriate column. Details of each role are explained below.  Chaperone: Your job will be to monitor the girls between their rounds of competition. There will be a designated table for the NDJA ladies to hang out in-between their rounds. You will sit at this table and keep an eye on them.  Judge: Each school that attends a tournament is required to bring along with them a certain number of judges. As a judge, you would “run” individual rounds. Being a judge is simple and fun! I will send you more information once I have the names of parents who are interested.  

Tournament date and location 

My daughter is able to attend 

I am able to chaperone 

I am able to judge 

April 21, 2018 8:00am - 3:30pm Timberstone Middle School 9000 West Sylvania Avenue  Sylvania, Ohio 43560 

     

 

The ladies who qualify for the 2018 PenOhio ⅞ Division State Finals will be able to attend the competition at The College of Wooster on May 24th and 25th. More details about this will go to parents of students who qualify. To qualify, students must perform well at the local tournament level.   ________________________________________ _____________ Parent signature Date 

 

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PenOhio Tournament Date and Information Name of parent completing this form: ________________________ Parent’s email address: ________________________ Daughter for whom this form is being completed: ________________ 

 Directions: Below, please checkmark the box if your daughter is able to attend the 

writing competition at Timberstone Middle School. If you, the parent(s), are interested in chaperoning or judging during the tournament, please specify in the appropriate column. Details of each role are explained below.  Chaperone: Your job will be to monitor the girls between their rounds of competition. There will be a designated table for the NDJA ladies to hang out in-between their rounds. You will sit at this table and keep an eye on them.  Judge: Each school that attends a tournament is required to bring along with them a certain number of judges. As a judge, you would “run” individual rounds. Being a judge is simple and fun! I will send you more information once I have the names of parents who are interested.  

Tournament date and location 

My daughter is able to attend 

I am able to chaperone 

I am able to judge 

April 21, 2018 8:00am - 3:30pm Timberstone Middle School 9000 West Sylvania Avenue  Sylvania, Ohio 43560 

     

 

The ladies who qualify for the 2018 PenOhio ⅞ Division State Finals will be able to attend the competition at The College of Wooster on May 24th and 25th. More details about this will go to parents of students who qualify. To qualify, students must perform well at the local tournament level.   ________________________________________ _____________ Parent signature Date