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Newsletter for the week of February 2, 2014
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 Rocket News and Reminders
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We need your help to ensure a successful McNick at Night!
 Please consider donating an item to our upcoming auction on March 8. Donations must be received by Feb.12; please click here for more information. -
With snow continuing to be in the forecast, students are reminded to not throw snow/snowballs in the parking lots.
- On Saturday, Feb. 22, the McNicholas High School Military Memorial Committee will hold their fifth annual Military Memorial Dance with Ooh La La & The Greasers playing classic oldies music for the crowd. Besides music and dancing, there are auction items from corporate and private sponsors, and split-the-pot raffles. Proceeds are used for scholarships for incoming freshmen. Advance tickets are $15 each or $25 per couple. Tables of ten may also be purchased for $125. Tickets may be purchased by completing this form or contacting Pat Farwick at McNicholas at 513-231-3500 ext. 5803 or [email protected]. Tickets for the event can be purchased at the door.
- Please remember to lock your cars and to keep valuables out of sight. Cars have been broken into in the GA parking lot. Windows were broken and many valuable items were stolen.
- Mardi Gras 2014 is only two weeks away. Ticket sales will begin during lunches on Wednesday, Feb. 5, which is Senior Priority Day. For ticket sale dates for other classes and for student expectations during the pageant, please click here.
- From Feb. 3-7, senior Raven York and religion teacher Teresa Davis will be collecting used music cd's for Xavier University's Interfaith Medical Mission Team's mission trip to Patanatic, Guatemala. The cd's will be sold and the money will help provide medicine for the residents of Patanatic. There is a container in the back of the caf� for the donated cd's. They can be old and used, but they have to be MUSIC cd's.
- For updated information between newsletters, please remember to check the website, online calendar, and our social media sites via Facebook and Twitter.
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Please join us in offering prayers for the following intentions:
Senior Tommy Wegener, who is recovering from surgery last week.
The family of Jim Powers, who entered eternal life this past week. Mr. Powers has been a generous supporter of McNicholas throughout the years and is the father of 5 McNicholas graduates and 12 grandchildren who are McNicholas graduates.
Those in our community mourning the loss of a loved one.
An end to abortion.
Please send prayer requests to Angie Noble at [email protected].
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Don't miss these upcoming events!
February 3
> PTSA meeting in the library at 7 p.m.
February 4
> Spring Coach Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
> Alumni Association Meeting in the Heritage Room at 7 p.m.
February 5
> NCAA Signing Day in the library at 2:45 p.m.
February 6
> Junior Parent Meeting in the library at 7 p.m.
February 7
> No School--Faculty Retreat > Students need to complete Snow Day Assignments for each class as posted on Schoology.
> Opening Night for "An Evening of One Acts" in the Jeanne Spurlock Theatre at 7:30 p.m.
February 8
> "An Evening of One Acts" in the Jeanne Spurlock Theatre at 7:30 p.m.
February 9
> Father/Son Breakfast in the cafe at 9:30 a.m.
> "An Evening of One Acts" in the Jeanne Spurlock Theatre at 2 p.m.
> Intramural Basketball in the Aux. Gym at 5 p.m.
Looking Ahead: School Advisory Board Meeting Feb. 10...Theatre Boosters Meeting Feb. 11...Block Day Feb. 13...Late Start and Block Day Feb. 14...Mardi Gras Feb. 16...No School Feb. 17.
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 For future events and for up-to-date changes, be sure to check the McNicholas calendar online.
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Congrats to the following Rockets!
- To all students who won awards in the annual Science Fair held Jan. 29. For a complete list of the winners, click here.
- To all students who made Honor Roll for the 2nd quarter of the 2013-2014 school year. Click here to see the complete list for Dean's List, 1st Honors, and 2nd Honors.
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Scholarship application deadline Feb. 14
The deadline for scholarship applications for current students is Friday, Feb. 14. Scholarships are available for current freshmen through juniors. For a complete list of scholarships available as well as qualifications, please click here.
Please contact Christina Mullis, Director of Admissions at [email protected] with any questions.
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In case you missed it at mcnhs.org
Hall of Fame events set for Feb. 26, 27
The Annual Women's and Men's Hall of Fame Evenings will be held on Feb. 26 and 27, respectively.
The women's event will feature guest speaker Dr. Robin Martin, Associate Provost for Diversity and Inclusion at the University of Cincinnati. The inductees for the Women's Hall of Fame include Julie Lach McNeal '04 and Sara Staubach '06. The emcee for the women's event is Margaret McClure '83. The Men's Hall of Fame event will feature Cincinnati Enquirer sports columnist Paul Daugherty as the guest speaker. Honorees include Hall of Fame inductees Jerry Robinson '90 and Good Fellowship Award Winner Jeff Osterfeld '78. The 1984 State Championship Men's Soccer Team will also be recognized for the 30th anniversary of their win. The emcee for the men's event is Jeff Mulvey '86.  During the Men's Hall of Fame event, Jeff Osterfeld '78 will receive the Good Fellowship Award for his commitment to McNicholas and helping make Penn Station Stadium a reality. On Oct. 16, 2010, McNicholas held their inaugural football game in Penn Station Stadium and during halftime, Osterfeld received a framed "84" jersey, the number he wore when he played football as a Rocket. |
'An Evening of One-Acts' opens Feb. 7
The McNicholas High School Theatre Department will be hosting their annual winter production, 'An Evening of Winter One Acts,' on Feb. 7, 8, and 9. Unlike the typical multi-act show, this year's production will focus on two separate, one-act plays, each performed by a different set of students. Additionally, Theatre Director Teresa De Zarn has granted directing authority to two of her fellow McNicholas teachers, each of whom will direct one act of the production.
For science teacher and McNicholas alumnus John Chadwell, this year's production will mark his debut in the directing world. Chadwell will be directing Thornton Wilder's classic one-act, "The Happy Journey to Trenton and Camden," a lighthearted comedy that tells the tale of a family's road-trip to visit their recently-married daughter.
English teacher and alumnus Jeff Mulvey, who has directed a total of six main-stage shows during his time at McNicholas, is in charge of "!Artistic Inspiration," a modern one-act comedy by Don Zolidis that features two aspiring playwrights looking to make their fortune by writing a particularly lousy show.
Show time for Feb. 7 and 8 is 7:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. for Feb. 9. Tickets are priced at $8 for students and seniors or $10 for general admission, and will go on sale Feb. 27. To reserve a ticket, contact Teresa De Zarn via email at [email protected] or by phone at 231-3500 ext. 5137.
To read the complete story by McNicholas Milestone assistant editor Lauren Fisher, click here.
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Father/Son Breakfast set for Feb. 9
Enjoy breakfast with two McNicholas legends: Former men's basketball coach Jerry Doerger and Cincinnati Bengals Punter Kevin Huber, McNicholas Class of 2004. Cost is $15 per person. Please complete this registration form and return it to the school office by mail or in person by Wednesday, Feb. 5. Questions? Please contact Julie Mayer at 474-6250.
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Grief Support Group to begin at McNick
McNicholas High School is pleased to offer support to our students who have experienced the death of a loved one or friend. Companions on a Journey Grief Support, Inc. will be coming each month beginning February 2014 to provide students with the opportunity to discuss their experience(s) with peers who have had similar experiences. Students will meet in a confidential group setting to participate in various activities and discussions chosen to enhance their knowledge of the grief process and encourage healthy grieving. Please see this letter for more information.
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Digital Citizenship Night on Feb. 24
Do you know all the latest social media sites your children are exposed to? Do you know about the laws associated with misuse of technology and social media? Could your child be a victim of inappropriate use of social media and texting? McNicholas High School will be hosting a Digital Citizenship Night on Monday, February 24, at 7:00 p.m. in the McNicholas Library. We will educate parents about the latest social media sites your kids are using, digital literacy, using technology responsibly, laws associated with misuse of technology, and more. We encourage grade school parents and teachers to attend as well. If you plan to attend, please fill out the RSVP form at http://bit.ly/mcndcrsvp to help us accommodate for space.
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Attention all writers and artists!
Reflections submissions due by March 3
It is time to submit your original work to Reflections, the school literary journal. We will accept your short stories, poetry, drama, essays, reviews, translations, song lyrics, writing across the curriculum, photographs, and drawings. Please consider submitting a drawing for the magazine cover. Let's make this year's magazine the best one ever! Please type submissions in a clear 12 font style. All work should be your original work. All work is screened for appropriateness. Email submissions as an attachment to Ms. Colella at [email protected].
Important: The subject line of your email should be Reflections. Drawings should be submitted to Ms. Colella in room 1. Please draw on white paper for scanning. Ms. Colella will email you if she has questions about your submission. Make sure your name is on your submission. Deadline for submissions is Monday, March 3.
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PTSA News
- Please join the next PTSA meeting, Monday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. in the library. New members are always welcome!
- Be sure to send in your PTSA raffle tickets. A $100 prize is awarded each month. Need tickets? Contact Carol Niehaus at [email protected]. Congratulations to the January winner, Robyn Tore!
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The Rocket Shop
The Rocket Shop is open from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Shop The Rocket Shop Online! From uniform items to spiritwear items, it is accessible by clicking here.
Rocket Shop needs your help for 2014-2015 school year: As many of you know, my daughter, Sarah Ruwe, will be graduating this May. While I have enjoyed all the work I have done for the Rocket Shop the past two years, it is time for me to start planning for the next step in my journey and to pass on the knowledge that I have acquired the past 2 years to those who will come after me.
If you enjoy designing spirit wear OR have ideas for items that should be available in the Rocket Shop, perhaps you might be interested in helping with the merchandise coordination for the 2014-2015 school year (and beyond). The merchandise coordination role can be performed by a single individual, but could also be broken up into some smaller roles, such as designing/ordering new spirit wear, ordering uniform apparel, processing online orders, coordinating Rocket Shop events (Open House, Homecoming, Freshman Registration).
If you are interested in learning more about the merchandise coordination role of the Rocket Shop, please contact Julie Dumont for more information.
E-mail: [email protected], home: 513-248-2916.
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ACT/SAT prep classes available at McNick
Join Crescendo Cincinnati for comprehensive test taking strategies, test familiarity, and subject area review. Skills taught in these classes are useful on other tests and will stick with students throughout their academic careers.
All practice ACT and SATs used in classes/workshops are REAL exams administered in the past. Students also receive review materials, formula lists, score report assessment, and opportunities to meet with the instructor one-on-one. Please note that the Diagnostic workshop is included as part of the Hybrid course. Students automatically register for the Diagnostic when they register for the Hybrid class.
All classes are held at McNicholas H.S. classroom #4
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION
SAT (just-in-time for the 3/8/14 test date) - HYBRID Course ($195)
> 2/20, 2/27, 3/6 - 3:30 pm-5:30 pm (plus Diagnostic on 3/1, 9-12:30)
> This class includes both classroom instruction and online, asynchronous instruction. Asynchronous online instruction means that the student may work through the online materials at his/her own pace.
SAT/PSAT (3/8/14 test date) - Diagnostic Workshop ($85)
> 3/1/14 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
> The Diagnostic Workshop includes a 2 hour diagnostic exam administered from a real practice exam and substantial time to review the diagnostic questions as well as general test taking strategies.
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 Campus Ministry Notes and News
Weekly Friday Morning Mass
Due to Faculty Retreat and no school for students on Friday, Feb. 7, there will be no morning mass this week.
All-school Mass scheduled for Feb. 21
The next all-school Mass will be on Friday, Feb. 21 at 10:20 a.m. at Guardian Angels Church. As always, members of the extended McNicholas community are welcome to attend.
Catholic Identity Enhancement
One goal that emerged from last year's strategic planning process is an attempt to "enhance the physical environment of public gathering places, classrooms, and offices to reflect the Catholic identity of the school," and work is currently underway to move forward with this goal. If this is an effort you would be willing to contribute to, please feel free to contact Director of Campus Ministry Jeff Hutchinson-Smyth or Religion Department Chair Sam Roflow for more details.
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Guidance Department News
- There will be a junior parent meeting on Thursday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. in the caf�. This meeting will focus on the college search and application process and there will be college representatives from UC and Miami University onhand to offer their expertise.
- Scheduling forms for freshman, sophomores and juniors were due Friday, Jan. 17. Counselors began meeting with students individually about their schedules, beginning with the current juniors. Counselors will be talking more about the college process with juniors during their meetings.
- Schedule changes can be made up until June 1 without a schedule change fee. After June 1, there is a $50 schedule change fee. Please contact your child's counselor if you have questions.
- Seniors, please remember to bring in copies of any acceptance and scholarship letters that you receive. The counselors need this information for the graduation program.
News for seniors and their parents
> The Physicians' Charitable Foundation is offering a scholarship for any students interested in entering the medical field. Students must reside within the extended Anderson Township area and show financial need in order to be considered for the scholarship. The application submission deadline is March 15, 2014. The application can be accessed here, and can also be found on Schoology in the Guidance group under Resources.
> The local area scholarship application is now available on the McNicholas website. Throughout this year, various community organizations will seek out students that meet various criteria to award a scholarship to and often it is up to McNicholas to determine one or two students to recommend for these scholarships. Local area scholarships are scholarships that you can use at any school that you plan to attend; they are not school specific. This application is used by the McNicholas High School scholarship committee to help determine eligibility for these various "local area scholarships." Please complete the application carefully and neatly, placing special emphasis on any unusual circumstances which may be affecting either you and/or your family. Applications need to be returned to the guidance office by Friday, Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. If you do not apply, you will not be considered. Please contact your counselor if you have any questions.
Seniors: Have you...
- Completed the transcript authorization form?
- Completed a transcript request for each school that you are applying to?
- Looked at deadlines for schools? Now is the time to start.
- Looked at the common application at www.commonapp.org to see if any of the schools you are interested in accept it? If so, create an account and start filling out the application.
- Registered with the NCAA eligibility center If you plan to continue your sport at the varsity level in a Division I or II college? Be sure to let us know to send your transcript to the NCAA.
- Please remember that Guidance needs 2 weeks to process transcript requests.
> Be sure to check Naviance often for updated scholarship offers and other news important to the college process.
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Rocket Athletics News
Got Sports News?
All sports news appearing here is submitted by the Athletic Department, coaches, and/or parent communication reps for each sport. All sports news submitted about current McNicholas students will be considered for publication.Contact Director of Communications Angie Noble at [email protected] or 513.231.3500 ext. 5824. Please submit photos (be sure to include class year and name) when possible.
> McNicholas is looking for a men's varsity tennis coach for the 2014 spring season. Interested candidates should contact Rob Heise at 619-5807 or [email protected].
NCAA National Signing Days
McNicholas will be participating in the final two NCAA National Signing Days for senior athletes who commit to play a sport with their respective colleges. The remaining dates include the following:
- February 5, 2014
- April 16, 2014
Please note that athletes signing with colleges will only be recognized on one of these three dates. Athletes wishing to announce their college choice as part of National Signing Day must provide the Athletic Office in advance of signing day with documentation from the university indicating the university's offer of a grant in aid or the university's expectation that you will participate in athletics in the coming year. To participate in National Signing Day, please contact Susan Rohlfs at [email protected] or 231-3500 ext. 5142 by the end of the school day on Monday, Feb. 3.
Women's Basketball to play final home game
The Women's Basketball Team will play their final home game, which is also Senior Night (although it is a day game) on Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. when the Women Rockets will host Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy. There are 8 seniors on this year's team: Sara Colette, Maggie Danker, Danielle Piening, Corey Sheshull, Meghan Sweeney, Ashley Taylor, Hannah Taylor, and Maddie White. Students are encouraged to fill the stands on this special day honoring the efforts and contributions of these 8 women to McNicholas and Women's Basketball. Save the date and make plans to come out to support them on Feb. 8.
Divers compete in GCL Coed Diving Meet
On Sunday, Jan. 26, the McNicholas Diving Team competed in the GCL Coed Diving Meet placing in the top 3 spots for both men and women. GCL Coed League Meet Diving Results:
Men
1) Trent Hagenbuch (Alter) 262.60
2) Salvatore Marino (McNick) 135.45
3) Brendan Lynch (Alter) 126.30
Women
1) Claire Schuermann (Alter) 258.15
2) Maddie Mitchell (McNick) 199.30
3) Abby Mitchell (McNick) 175.15
The Diving Team continues competition throughout the month of February, and Rocket fans are always welcome to attend!
Sectionals at Miami
D2 Girls and Boys Feb. 3 (McNick, Wyoming)
District Qualifiers:
D2 Girls and Boys Feb. 10 (McNick, Wyoming)
State Qualifiers:
Feb.19 9 am Boys' Division II, 2 pm Girls' Division II Diving Competition
Submitted info.
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The pot continues to grow! Click here to purchase your chance today! Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50. Being a Split the Pot raffle, the more tickets sold, the larger amount for the winners!
- McNicholas Athletics will receive 50% of the pot
- The grand prize winner will receive 40%
- The second place winner will receive 7%
- The third place winner will receive 3%
- Congratulations to Julie Mayer who won $100 in the Christmas Day early bird drawing!
- The next early bird drawing will be on St. Joseph's Day on March 19 for $50. All tickets purchased through this date are eligible!
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Rocket Announcements for Students
> Mu Alpha Theta, the Mathematics National Honor Society, will offer tutoring again this year. Tutoring is available every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:15-7:35 a.m. in the library. Walk-ins welcome! Click here for the Semester I schedule.
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> Art/Architecture sets Europe trip for 2015
Any student interested in the travel/study abroad trip to Europe in the summer of 2015 to London, Paris, Florence and Rome, there will be a brief meeting right after school in Art Studio 111 on Tuesday, Jan. 28. For a look at the trip, please click this link to our website. There will also be a parent meeting in February. More details to come. Please see Ms. Gaskins if you have any questions.
Updated announcements are posted daily on Schoology for both students and parent.
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Have news to share with the McNick community?
Please send all story ideas, news items, and photos to [email protected]. For photos, please include the names and graduation year (if applicable) of all those pictured. For upcoming events, please submit 4-6 weeks in advance for ample time for publicity. All information received will be considered for publication.
The deadline for information to be submitted for the weekly newsletter is noon on Tuesday.
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Thank you to all who have sent us their
updated e-mail addresses!
E-communication to our alumni, current families, and friends of McNicholas is the main form of communication throughout the year.
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