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| | Congratulations to the Class of 2010! | 
98% of our graduating seniors are continuing their education and 70% earned scholarships to colleges & universities totaling $6.45 million! A new Gross Catholic record!
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Educate for Formation in Faith |  You are always invited to join us as we celebrate our faith.
May 13
Ascension Day Mass at 9:05 am in the Main Gym
May 21
Baccalaureate Mass 6:00 pm at the Cathedral
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| Cougar Athletics & Activities | |
Instrumental Music
Spring Band Concert
May 3 at 7:00 pm
Auditorium
Districts May 7-8, 10-11
State May 15-20
Districts May 3-6
State May 14-19
Districts May 3-6
State May 14-19
RCC May 10
State May 20-21
RCC May 6
Districts May 13
State May 21-22
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Cougars are Environmentally Conscious! | 
The Gross Catholic Environmental Club recycled 25 lbs. of cans, 230 lbs. of plastic, 780 lbs. of paper, and 150 lbs. of glass in April!
The Environmental Club was recently honored with second place in Green Omaha Coalition's Grassroots competition
and received $500 to use in the arboretum and to fund their future recycling projects.
Think Green Thought for the Month: 10,433 empty cans weigh as much as Shaq O'Neal.
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Create a Lasting Tribute to Someone Special! | 
Commemorate your senior's graduation with a name brick or a tree in our arboretum. Contact Rich Carey for more information. |
| Upcoming Events | 
May 10 - 12
Senior Exams
May 13
Ascension Day Mass
May 21
End of Second Semester
Baccalaureate Mass
May 24 - 26
Semester Exams
May 24
Commencement
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Greetings! 
As we wind down another school year, we are very thankful for the opportunity to educate and work with such wonderful students.
This year has been very successful. Some of the highlights include two state champions this year with our Volleyball team in the fall and our Journalism students this spring. We are also very proud of our seniors and all their accomplishments. This year's senior class has set a new school record with their scholarships to colleges and universities. Seventy percent of the class were awarded scholarships totaling over $6.45 million! We wish our seniors the best of luck as they continue their education.
As soon as school is out we will begin improving the west entrance. New doors and windows have been ordered and we are looking forward to the renovation of that area. As soon as that area is completed, we will begin planning for the renovation of the commons restrooms. We will begin that project as soon as we have the funds available. Because of the generosity of so many people, we have the money pledged and will remodel as soon as we can.
It is our pleasure to have worked with you this year, and we hope that our students and their families have a restful and relaxing break. We will be looking forward to your return in the fall.
Have a great summer!
Beckie Cleveland, President |
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Provide an Integral, Quality Education |
| Semester Exams | |  Final Exam Schedule for Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
May 24-26 Students need only report to school when they have an exam. Students should be in dress code.
Monday, May 24Period 1 Exam - 8:00 am - 8:55 am Period 2 Exam - 9:05 am - 10:00 am Period 3 Exam - 10:10 - 11:05 am
Tuesday, May 25Period 4 Exam - 8:00 am - 8:55 am Period 5 Exam - 9:05 - 10:00 am Period 6 Exam - 10:10 - 11:05 am Wednesday, May 26Period 7 Exam - 8:00 am - 8:55 am Period 8 Exam - 9:05 am - 10:00 am |
| Book Return | |  Book Buy Back for Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Wednesday, May 26 8:00 am - Noon Students may sell their books back. The student will receive a receipt and the check will be mailed to the parent. If students miss this date, they may also sell their books back online at Varsity Books. Click here for details. |
| An Evening in Paradise! | |  CeleBration 26
Thank You! Our Chair Couples Dean & Nancy Coenen, Russ & Renee Iwan, and Bob & Jane Carnazzo Stutzman, wish to thank the students, parents, staff and alumni who helped to make CeleBration 26 a huge success! CeleBration 26 raised over $225,000 to support the quality programs at Gross Catholic that benefit ALL students. Make plans to attend CeleBration 27 next year on April 30, 2011! |
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College & Career Planning | | Class of 2010 Scholarships & Awards | |  Class of 2010 Sets New School Record!
We congratulate our graduating seniors for their outstanding accomplishments. 70% of the class of 2010 received scholarships to colleges and universities totaling over $6.45 million! A new school record! Thank you to our college counselor, Mrs. Liz Schow, for all her hard work assisting the seniors with their applications.
Watch for a list of the 2010 graduates & their scholarships in the June issue of Visions magazine. |
| For College-Bound Juniors | |
 ACT Testing June 12
Juniors! The last ACT of this school year is fast approaching. You can take the test at Gross Catholic. Deadline for registration is May 7. Late registration is from May 8-21 (late fee applies). Packets are available in the Guidance Center and contain a practice test. Register for the ACT online today!
 SAT TestingJune 5
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| College Athletics | |  NCAA Athletics
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| Information for You | | | Be Aware!
The National Society of High School Scholars is not connected in any way to Gross Catholic's National Honor Society. Whenever you receive something in the mail that requires a fee or purchase to join, belong to, or be honored by, beware! When in doubt call or email the guidance department and we will check it out. |
| Senior Exams | |  May 10 - 12
Seniors need only report when they have an exam scheduled. Seniors may wear appropriate casual clothes.
Monday, May 10
Exams periods 1, 2 & 3
Tuesday, May 11
Exams periods 4, 5 & 6
Wednesday, May 12
Exams periods 7 & 8 |
| Book Return | | | Book Buy Back for Seniors
Wednesday, May 12 8:00 am - Noon Seniors may sell back their books. The student will receive a receipt and the check will be mailed to the parents. If students miss this date, they may also sell their books back online at Varsity Books. Click here for more information. |
| Baccalaureate Mass | |  Friday, May 21 at 6:00 pm
St. Cecilia's Cathedral 625 North 40th Street Seniors and their families are invited for the annual Baccalaureate Mass. Seniors are to wear dress clothes and their caps and gowns. |
| Alumni Legacy Students & Ortman Scholars | | | Alumni Legacy Students & Ortman Scholars Photo
Friday, May 21 at 5:15 pm St. Cecilia's Cathedral Congratulations to the 34 Alumni Legacy students and their families! These students are children of Gross Catholic alumni. The annual Alumni Legacy photo of students with their Gross Catholic alumni parents will be taken on the steps of the Cathedral before Baccalaureate Mass at 5:15 pm sharp. Students should be in their caps and gowns. Legacy families should have received a letter last week.
The annual Ortman Scholars photo will also be taken at this time. Students should be in their caps & gowns. Ortman Scholars will be notified after senior exams. |
| Graduation, Rehearsal & Tickets | |  Graduation Tickets Seniors should pick up their graduation tickets in the office during their exams. Graduation Rehearsal Monday, May 24 at 10:30 am Orpheum Theatre
409 S. 16 Street Seniors should meet at the Orpheum promptly for graduation rehearsal. Casual dress. Graduation Ceremony Monday, May 24 at 7:00 pm Orpheum Theatre
409 S. 16 Street
Seniors are asked to be at the Orpheum by 6:30 pm. Students should be dressed up and in cap & gown. All guests to graduation must have a ticket to be admitted.
Seniors should return their caps and gowns and pick up their diplomas by 2:00 pm on Tuesday, May 25. |
| Omaha Mayor's Youth Commission | |  Congratulations Anne Grzywa & Mary Stutzman!
Anne & Mary have been selected to represent our junior & senior classes on the Omaha Mayor's Youth Commission for the 2010-2011 school year. They will receive a first hand look into city government and the opportunity to provide feedback on city affairs from the students' perspective. |
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Cougar Sports & Activities Achievement | | Journalism State Champions! | | | Class B State Champions
Congratulations to the Cougar Journalism students who captured the Nebraska School Activities Association State Journalism title for the third time in school history!
Students will also compete for state medals on May 10 in Lincoln.
John Plambeck '11 - editorial cartooning & newspaper layout
Anna Shymanski '10 - headline writing
Annie Pigaga '10 - newspaper layout
Sam Zeitner '10 - yearbook layout
Jim Ficenec '10, Katie Depa '10 & Joey Murnan '11 - yearbook theme development
Joey Murnan '11 - yearbook theme copywriting
John Plambeck '11 - earned a 4th place medal in Sports Action Photography (previously awarded) |
| Journalism Awards | | 3rd Place at University of Nebraska Omaha Journalism Day
Congratulations to the Gross Catholic Paw Prints staff for their 3rd place finish in the best newspaper category.
Journalism students Jim Ficenec, Annie Pigaga, John Plambeck & Anna Shymanski also earned recognition in six separate categories in this competition. |
| Strength & Conditioning Program | |  2010 Refuel with Milk Grant Recipient
Congratulations to the Gross Catholic Strength and Conditioning program for being selected by the American Dairy Association for a $4,000 grant.
This grant will provide funds to implement sports nutrition practices with our Cougar athletes, including proper fueling food and the most effective recovery food in order to promote muscle repair and prevent injury and damage to muscle tissue incurred during competitive sports training. Gross Catholic believes in the importance of sports nutrition education for our coaches and athletes to help them achieve at their highest level.
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| All-Band Reunion & Farewell | |  May 14
6:00 - 8:00 pm Gross Catholic Commons
All current and alumni band members and band parents are invited for an All-Band Reunion and Farewell for Mrs. Leslie Janak.
Bring a snack or pop to share. Current & alumni band members, bring your instrument for an all-band jam!
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 Summer Session
June 7 - 18
7:30 - 10:00 am daily
Classroom instruction will be followed by behind-the-wheel driving. The cost is $265 for Gross Catholic students. A $50 deposit is required to hold your spot in class. Registration forms are available on the office counter or click here. | | Things to Do This Summer! | |  Summer Camps
With summer right around the corner, it is time to start thinking about summer camps. Gross Catholic's camps offer students the opportunity to explore and experience our quality programs. We will be offering camps in Baseball, Boys & Girls Basketball, Clay Art, Computers, Culinary Arts, Robotics, Softball, Football, Boys & Girls Soccer, Volleyball & Wrestling.
All camp dates & times are posted on the Gross Catholic website. You can register your child for the camps online here. If you have any other questions please contact Gross Catholic High School at 734-2000 or e-mail Tim Johnk, Director of Student Recruitment. |
| Summer Reunions | |  Classes of 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000 & 2005
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