A message from the president
Greetings!
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At Scecina Memorial High School, we focus on preparing our students for college and for life in our Catholic Christian environment. For four years, we help them grow in knowledge, faith and wisdom as they develop into young adults ready for the next step that God offers them.
I really cherish seeing where those next steps lead. I had the pleasure recently of visiting the University of Dayton to attend a senior piano recital by Jonathan Higgins, Scecina's 2012 valedictorian. Jonathan will graduate next month and then head to St. Michael Catholic Church in Greenfield to lead its music ministry program.
Jonny's recital was a beautiful capstone experience for his K-16 educational career, every year of which has been in a Catholic school, first at Our Lady of Lourdes School, then at Scecina, and now at the University of Dayton. He beautifully wove elements of faith, academics, music, mission, and family together into a moving experience.
As yet another Scecina Commencement day nears, I have an update on three students from our Class of 2015: valedictorian Robert "Bo" Leszcynski (University of Dayton); salutatorian Caroline Sausser (Miami University in Ohio); and top-10 student Jessi Ryan (University of Kentucky). All have moved on successfully to college. They told us recently that Scecina's teachers and classes, especially our 21 Advanced Placement courses, really smoothed their transition. Thanks to AP credits, they're even able in some instances to take higher-level courses during their freshman year at college.
The Scecina Class of 2016 is about to embark on a similar journey. Like so many Scecina classes before them, they have been accepted at top universities and offered many scholarships. We'll be letting you know more about these achievements in the next month.
Thank you, Scecina families, for trusting us to help prepare your children for the future.
God Bless,
Joe Therber
(This is an edited version of President Therber's most recent blog post. The entire article is available at scecina.org/presidents-blog.)
New information in red headlines
To make The Weekly more reader friendly and easier to digest, information that is new that week will have red headlines. Older news will have black headlines.
Please note that dress-up day and the cap and gown photo shoot have been rescheduled for April 27. Please bring in your cap and gown on that day for the 2016 graduation photo. Thank you.
Last chance to order mulch Our annual mulch sale has raised more than $60,000 for Scecina's sports teams over the past decade. Be a Crusader supporter and order mulch by midnight this Monday, April 18. Remember: Delivery is always free. Place your order at scecina.org/mulch.
Student Spotlight
Each week the Scecina Student Spotlight introduces the Crusader Community to Scecina students who have been recipients of the President's Academic Excellence Award or Scecina Scholar Athletes. This week we feature seniors Drew Tucker and Edzna Sanchez. Please click on the photos below to read more about them.
Serra Club to visit for Mass
The Serra Club of Indianapolis will have its monthly vocation Mass at Scecina High School at 9:30 a.m. April 27 during school Mass.
The mission of the Serra Club is to foster, affirm, and promote religious vocations to ministry in the Catholic Church by encouraging a culture among the laity that recognizes and supports religious vocations. We work within our parishes and Archdiocese to achieve religious vocations through prayer, active personal involvement, and club-sponsored activities while growing in our faith and fellowship.
The Serra Club is named after St. Junipero Serra, who was canonized in 2015. Pope John Paul II called Serra "the Vocations Arm of the Church."
Prom tickets
Scecina's prom is April 30. Prom tickets are on sale before and after school in Mrs. Zeh Fulford's room. Tickets are $55 each (there is no couple discount). Tickets will be sold through Friday April 22.
Leon's prom deal
Leon's Tailoring in Downtown Indianapolis is renting the complete tuxedo outfit for the wholesale price of $102.94. The outfit includes coat, pants, shirt,vest, tie, suspenders, studs, cuff links, and shoes.
Please visit the store soon, as there are several proms the same day as Scecina's. Leon's is located at 809 N. Delaware St.
ANNIE in Irvington The Irvington Performing Arts Academy and Michelle Shea-Russell, Artistic Director, are delighted to announce their first theatrical production of the timeless classic musical "ANNIE" starring youth from the Irvington area.
"ANNIE" will hold public performances on Friday, April 22 and Saturday, April 23 at 7 p.m. at the Irvington United Methodist Church, 30 N. Audubon Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46219.
Tickets are $3 per person, ages 5 and younger are free. Tickets can be purchased at www.irvingtonarts.com or at the door. For more details, email michelle@irvingtonarts.com or call (317) 319-4914.
Water bottles needed
The Campus Crusade 2016 walkathon is Friday, May 20, and we would appreciate donations of cases of water bottles so the students stay hydrated.
If you would like to donate cases of water, please contact Beth Murphy at bmurphy@scecina.org. Or bring your donations to the main office. Thank you!
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Softball tournament Saturday
The Crusaders will compete in the North Central Varsity Softball tournament at 10 a.m. this Saturday at North Central High School. Tickets are $5. Scecina will play Lutheran for the chance to advance to the final game.
Track team update
The track team competed Monday at New Castle High School. The girls team finished third led by junior Jacqueline Kennedy who had two first places (100 hurdles and 300 hurdles) and two second place finishes (long jump and 4x400 relay).
The boys team finished 2nd, 14 points ahead of New Castle. Junior Satchel Oskins was a four event winner with firsts in the 100 High Hurdles, 300 Intermediate Hurdles, 4x100 relay and 4x400 relay. Senior Drew Tucker was on both relays with Oskins and also finished second in the long jump and 200m. Senior Isaiah Bryant and Junior Chad Kelley were also on the winning 4x100 relay and Sophomore Holden Martin and Freshman J.R. Fulmore joined Oskins in the winning 4x400 relay. Chad Kelley won the team's only other first place in the 200m.
The track teams will compete this Friday at the Decatur Central Twilight meet.
Intramural Basketball League
Scecina is pleased to announce its first official Intramural Basketball League!
Games will be on Sundays, starting April 17, 2016.
The league will consist of six regular-season games followed by a post-season tournament. Teams will consist of a minimum of five players* and a maximum of 10 players/$300 per team that must be paid before the first game of the season. 18+ (no high-school age players). The winning team of the tournament will receive a championship plaque.
*Players do not have to be Scecina alumni, but they are highly encouraged to play!
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Marian University's
College Tips
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Schedule Campus Visits
Location, class-size, and student-life are just some of the types of facts that are often listed on university websites and hand-outs. It is important to schedule campus visits to get a better understanding of what the facts and numbers really mean. University's offer overnight visits so your student and can immerse themselves into college life and get a feel for what type of campus best suits their needs. Marian University offers multiple campus visit options and opportunities for prospective students.
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Soulcore at Scecina
Ladies, join us for Soulcore at Scecina. Soulcore is a contemporary core workout that pairs exercise with the prayers of the rosary. A sensory experience that combines candlelight, music, reflections and movement to nourish body, mind & soul and encourages deeper meditation on the mysteries and virtues of the rosary. It is a new movement that consists of core strengthening, stretching and isometric exercises."
The founders of Soulcore, Colleen and Deanna, will lead this session followed by a short discussion about Catholic wellness. Light refreshments will be served.
Where: Scecina Memorial High School cafeteria
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday April 27
Cost: $10 free will offering
Wear comfortable clothing such as yoga wear. You can bring a yoga mat or a beach towel. Invite your friends!
Summer camps registration open
Registration for Scecina summer camps is now open! We're offering 17 sports, arts and enrichment camps for students in grades 1-8 through the month of June. To register, or for more information, click here. For information about sponsoring summer camps, contact Jean Donlan at jdonlan@scecina.org.
Course Request Forms
Freshmen and sophomores have been meeting with counselors to fill out next year's course requests. Please review and sign the forms and have your student return to the Guidance Center. If you have any questions, please email your student's counselor. For current sophomores, Jeremy Corn at jcorn@scecina.org; for current freshmen, Kalynn Huntoon at khuntoon@scecina.org.
Cafeteria balances due Please check your students' lunch balances and pay off as soon as possible! You should have received a letter about the new online cafeteria payment system. Thank you to all parents who are using it. For the parents who aren't, please try at www.mymealtime.com. The cafeteria will continue to accept checks or cash. The cafeteria policy states that students may "charge" up to three lunches, a total of $9. After that, students who owe money will be provided a peanut butter sandwich and milk until the account is brought up to date.
Deering Cleaners part time job
Deering Cleaners at 1160 N. Arlington has openings for after school and Saturdays. If interested, please call (317) 356-2471.
Service Opportunities
Scecina students are required to have service hours. Here are some current opportunities:
- Scecina's next service day at St. Vincent De Paul is Saturday is May 7, 2016.
Carpool Connection
Anyone interested in carpool information should send an email to admissions@scecina.org and give an email address and ZIP code. The information provided will then be posted on the school website under Student Life, then Carpool. Parents can email families in their ZIP codes to discuss carpooling. Thank you for helping other families in the Scecina Community with their transportation needs.
College scholarship opportunities
Scecina seniors can apply now for these scholarships. See Jennie Kitchll in the Guidance Department ( jkitchell@scecina.org):
- Eastside Emerging leaders Scholarship- Seniors, Demonstrated strong commitment to public and community service. Also those awarded the scholarship will have the opportunity to participate in an ongoing leadership development fields. This scholarship is made available by Indianapolis City Councillor Blake Johnson and contributions from local entrepreneur Chris Baggott and Community East Hospital and Historic Irvington Community Council. Scholarship amounts vary. Deadline April 29. Online application: info@johnsonforcouncil.com
- 2016 Marion County Fair Queen Pageant - anyone interested go to marioncountyfair.org for complete details.
- Phi Beta Kappa Alpha Association of Indiana. This is an award for High School Juniors, Marion County, 100 gift card to local bookstore and reception in September of recognition. The deadline is May 6.
- 2016 INTMA Scholarship (Indinana National Tooling and Machining Assc)- Student must want a career in tooling or machinery industry. $5,000 scholarship
- Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness; $1,500 scholarship.
- Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship Program- Fashion related career path, shown academic success. Deadline June 1
- Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program- High School seniors interested in animation, design, career, demonstrated academic success. $1,000, Deadline June 1
Bookstore Hours
Mondays: 7:15-8:15 a.m. and 2:45-3:30 p.m.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 7:15-8:15 a.m.
Thursdays: 7:15-8:15 a.m. and 2:45-6 p.m.
Fridays: 7:15-8:15 a.m.
The bookstore also will be open during various school and athletic events.
Shop and support Scecina
Earn money for Scecina while you shop at these businesses or online: Amazon, Marsh, Meijer, and Target. Visit www.scecina.org/rewards-programs for more information.
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April 15
Senior survey due
April 17-18
ISSMA music competition
April 17-18
Junior Retreat
April 18 Sophomore and freshman retreats
Progress Report Night, 5 p.m.
Senior dress-up for
cap and gown photo shoot
April 27 Soulcore at Scecina
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