Friday 1/15 C Day Dress Down Day for Charity
Monday 1/18
Martin Luther King Day School Closed
Thursday 1/21
F Day End of Quarter Friday 1/22G Day March for Life
Saturday 1/23SAT's and Subject Tests Wednesday 1/27C Day Feast of St. Angela Liturgy FORMAL UNIFORM REQUIRED Friday 1/29E Day Dress Down day for Charity
Sunday 1/31
Catholic Schools Week begins
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"Never fail to render your neighbor the services that may depend on you.' St. Angela Merici
Dear Parents, Students, and Friends,
Happy New Year!! We hit the ground running here at Ursuline. On Monday, the faculty welcomed back the Class of 2015 at our annual Back to UA Day! It was wonderful to hear about our alums' successful first semester at college and provide the senior class with details of their collegiate experiences. The event was like a mini-reunion as everyone exchanged hugs, smiles, stories, and pictures.
May God bless you and your families.
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St. Angela, watch over all our days.
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SCHEDULING FOR 2016-'17 SCHOOL YEAR
It is time to begin to schedule classes for the 2016-17 school year. We encourage each girl and her family to review the Course Selection Guide, which is now on Edline, and to discuss all course options. Please pay attention to all pre-requisites and know if you have any specific questions you can contact our teachers, our counselors, or Mrs. Butler.
The process will begin on January 12th, when each current 9th, 10th, and 11th grader will meet with her advisor to discuss the Course Selection Guide and to begin to think about the courses she would like to enroll in next year. During the weeks of January 18th -29th, teachers will be talking to students about their recommendations for next year. On February 8th - 26th, our girls will meet with their counselor and review the course recommendations, and each girl will input their course selections into NetClassroom. After the counselor meetings, a copy of the course selection card will be sent home for parents to view, and all course selections will be available to view and approve by parents on NetClassroom until March 4th.
At any time, please feel free to contact Mrs. Butler if you have any questions regarding the scheduling process.
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STUDENT NEWS Coach Heidi Dell'Oso, Caroline Steele, Laura Hurff, and Katie Hosey
The All State Field Hockey Banquet was held at Polytech High School on Monday evening. Katie Hosey received Second Team All State and Caroline Steele received Honorable Mention All State. Congratulations Katie and Caroline! Laura Hurff, class of 2014, was the keynote speaker of the evening and delivered a truly motivating speech.
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St. Ursula, protect our future.
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Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge
The annual Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge at Rehoboth Beach on February 7, 2016 is the largest fundraiser for Delaware Special Olympics. For the past two years, the UA Frosty Raiders raised the most money per capita of any "Cool School" in Delaware. We are very proud of this accomplishment and would love to exceed last year's goal this year, but we need your support.
Donations, no matter how large or small, may be made to an individual team member or to the UA team as a whole. Please consider making a donation today to support Delaware Special Olympics Delaware.
All the DE Special Olympians and the UA Frosty Raiders thank you!
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ADVANCEMENT OFFICE
Designer Handbag Bingo
Did you get a designer handbag or accessory for Christmas that wasn't exactly your style?
Do you want to help UA AND spare feelings? If you screamed, "YES," then we have the perfect idea for you... DONATE IT! This spring, the Advancement Office will host a Designer Handbag Bingo supporting the Annual Fund. If you have a brand-new, never used, designer wallet, wristlet, purse, tote bag, or even luggage - we would LOVE to have it and provide you with a gift in-kind tax-deductible receipt. To donate your bag and receive proper acknowledgement, please include all packaging (if you have it), along with your name and address; donations can be brought to the Lower School Main Office. If you have questions or have a friend or family member who works for a boutique or department store and believe they would be willing to donate some items for our Designer Handbag Bingo, please contact Risha Gordon, Annual Fund Manager at jgordon@ursuline.org or 302-658-7158 ext. 6246.
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GLOBAL EDUCATION
SOUTH AFRICA IS COMING!!
On April 13, 2016, a delegation of fifteen students and three faculty from our sister school Brescia House in Johannesburg, South Africa will be visiting Wilmington. We are now accepting Host Family applications for these students. Hosting is a wonderful way to connect with our sister schools and to learn about different cultures. Our host families often say that they get as much out of the hosting experience as they would if they traveled to the visiting school. Plus - hosting is a great way to satisfy one of your required Co-Curricular activities for the Global Scholars Award. Applications are due on January 8th and are available here.
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EARN $$$ FOR YOUR CREATIVITY!
The Global Education & Fine Arts Departments have combined to offer students the opportunity to earn money while helping to create a legacy for our school. We are looking for a student (or group of students) to write a closing song for our Global Education activities. The winner of the contest will earn $150. Check out more information here.
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SERVE ON A DELEGATION
We still have a few slots open on our travel delegations: one spot left for Peru and one slot left for our UN trip in March. Please consider joining us!
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ALUMNAE RELATIONS
On Monday, January 4, we welcomed our newest alumnae, the Class of 2015, to Ursuline for "Back to UA Day."
This annual luncheon invites our recent graduates to gather with our current senior class and share their first semester college experiences. Topics covered included dorm life, playing a sport in college, dealing with homesickness, juggling a college workload, and more. It was a very informative discussion for everyone!
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ALUMNAE SPEAKER SERIES
Save the Date! January Alumnae Speaker Series Thursday, January 14, 2016 at 11:15am in Room 1
If you are interested in a degree in the medical field, you won't want to miss our next Alumnae Speaker, Denise Hinson Scales, Class of 1969. Denise is a Nurse Manager of the Post-Partum Units at Christiana Care where she has spent over 4 decades assisting thousands of new moms in the maternity ward. In this role, she oversees the daily operation of the expansive hospital's 38-bed Mother/Baby unit and has received several awards, honors, and recognitions for her dedication.
Students may bring or buy lunch and eat during the presentation.
RSVP to Mrs. Arat if you wish to attend.
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FINE ARTS
Featured Artist 
Erin O'Doherty
Learn more about your Generation "Z" ! (Read the Labels Carefully!)
This week on display in the library is Erin O'Doherty's innovative exhibit. Stop by and take a look.
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THE ARTS HALL OF FAME
Now Accepting Nominations
Ursuline Academy is honoring its rich history in the performing and visual arts by hosting its Inaugural Arts Hall of Fame. The nomination process in now open. Please contribute to the success of the event by nominating an alumnae, educator, or director/instructor that has excelled in his/her field. The criteria and forms are available by clicking here. Any questions can be directed to halloffame@ursuline.org.
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2016 Summer Driver's Education
New Castle County Summer Driver's Education will be offered at Ursuline Academy. Classes will begin Tuesday, June 14th. Please click here for the flyer for additional details.
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COUNSELING CENTER
College Acceptances
Congratulations to Midori Lofton who has been accepted to Rutgers University, main campus, and to Villanova University.
Congratulations to Bailey Garrison for being awarded the University Scholarship to Saint Joseph's University valued at $52,000 over four years and being admitted to the College of Charleston.
Congratulations to Lauren DePiero for being admitted to Villanova University and Loyola University Maryland where she has been awarded the Presidential Scholarship valued at $100,000 over four years.
Congratulations to Marissa Esposito for being admitted to High Point University.
Congratulations are in order for Kate Casey for being admitted to Widener University, Rosemont College, and Lasalle University. Kate was awarded the Widener University Presidential Scholarship valued at $92,000 over four years, the Maroon and Gray Scholarship at Rosemont College valued at $18,000 over four years and the Founder's Scholarship at LaSalle University valued at $64,000 over four years!
Congratulations to Maeve Russo who has been admitted to Fairfield University and awarded a Bellarmine Scholarship valued at $72,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Caroline Morris who has been admitted to Villanova University and to Loyola University of Maryland where she has been awarded a Presidential Scholarship valued at $100,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Julia LaPira who has been admitted to the University of Delaware and to St. Joseph's University and awarded a Presidential Scholarship valued at $80,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Elexa Thomas who has been admitted to Hofstra University and awarded a Dean's Scholarship valued at $30,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Sarah Quillen who has been admitted to the Catholic University of America and awarded an Alumni Grant and a Catholic University Scholarship with a total value of $88,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Morgan Thornton who has been admitted to Delaware State University and to High Point University.
Congratulations to Maddy Taylor who has been admitted to Washington and Jefferson College and given a Scholars Award valued at $96,000 over four years of study, and to Newberry College where she has been awarded a Newberry Academic Scholarship valued at $53,000 over four years.
Congratulations to Julia Glessner who was admitted to Coastal Carolina, High Point University, and the University of Alabama.
Congratulations to Monica Romero who has been admitted to the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising College's Bachelor's in Business Administration Program in Fashion Merchandising.
Congratulations to Emily Latina who has been admitted to Coastal Carolina University.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Brigid Morrissey who will be Ursuline Academy's delegate to the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership Seminar this summer.
Summer Volunteer Opportunity
The Longwood Teen Volunteer Program is an eight-week summer experience that provides high school students with an opportunity to gain work experience, leadership skills, and be part of a team. Throughout the experience teens will be exposed to the history of Longwood and the horticulture and values that make it one of the great gardens of the world. Working in the Children's Garden, teen volunteers will interact with and provide hands-on activities for children of all ages. While working in this positive, fast-paced environment, teens will have the opportunity to earn volunteer hours, give back to the community, and make new friends. If you are interested in this program, please contact Mrs. Raineri in the Counseling Center for more information and an application. Completed applications are due by February 1, 2016.
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CAMPUS MINISTRY
MARCH FOR LIFE
Ursuline's annual trip to the March for Life in Washington, D.C.
Students pose with signs at last year's March for Life.
The March for Life began as a small demonstration on January 22, 1974, the first anniversary of the now-infamous Supreme Court decisions in Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton and rapidly grew to be the largest pro-life event in the world. The peaceful demonstration that has followed on this somber anniversary every year since is a witness to the truth concerning the greatest human rights violation of our time, abortion.
This year, Ursuline will continue the tradition of traveling to the March for Life in Washington D.C. A bus will pick up students at Ursuline at 7:15am on January 22, 2016, and we will return by 6:00pm. Please pack a lunch and snacks for the trip. Permission slips and fee ($20 per student) are due on January 20, 2016. For more information, contact Ms. Johnson (ljohnson@ursuline.org).
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Youth and Family Mass
January 17th at Christ Our King
This year Ursuline, Salesianum, Padua, Serviam and Nativity Prep Schools will work together with Christ Our King Parish to provide a Youth and Family Mass in the City of Wilmington. The mass will take place on the third Sunday of every month at the Christ Our King 5:00pm mass. Students of all ages are encouraged to attend the mass with their families.
Ursuline will be hosting the mass on January 17th. Any student interested in getting involved as a reader, singer, musician, usher, Eucharistic Minister, or someone to bring up the gifts, should contact Ms. Johnson ( ljohnson@ursuline.org) by January 14, 2016.
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Saturday January 30th
10:00am to 2:00pm7th FREE EKG Screening for ALL Delaware Students Aged 10-19
P.S. DuPont Middle School
701 W. 34th Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
Parking in rear of the school near the athletic field.
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YEARBOOK
Attention Senior Parents
There is still time to create a custom designed yearbook ad for your daughter. Simply Log onto www.balfour.com, type in Ursuline Academy-Wilmington, DE (Upper School), and click on Yearbook. You will then select Yearbook Ad , choose the size you want, and follow the steps to create your personalized ad!
Space is limited; create your ad today!
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LOWER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
Spread the Word!
Ursuline's Lower School Open House is this Sunday, January 10th from 1:00-3:00pm.
This is a great opportunity to learn about our 2 paths to 1st grade, which include our Montessori Program and our Traditional Pre-K/Kindergarten.
Our event will also showcase our Primary and Intermediate classes through 5th grade.
Walk-ins are welcome!
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ATHLETICS 
Follow us @UARaiders!
Basketball: Congratulations to the basketball team for their win over St. Elizabeth's this past Tuesday. The team will travel to Philadelphia University on Sunday to take on Archbishop Ryan during the Play by Play Classic.
Indoor Track: The Indoor track team did an amazing job at their last track meet, placing 5th out of 21 teams! Points were scored by Sophia Simoes in the Shot Put, Alexis Jeynes and Elizabeth Brutsche in the 55m high hurdles, Najiya Cornish in the 55m dash and Moira Carroll and Katie Hosey in the 400m dash. The team will travel to Haverford College this Sunday to participate in the Haverford Invitational.
Swimming: The swim team's next meet is on Wednesday 1/20 vs. Tatnall at H. Fletcher Brown Boys and Girls Club. Good luck ladies!
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RAIDER CLOSET
Come visit the UA Raider Closet and check out our new gear! Just in: Under Armour spandex, Under Armour 1/4 zips for men and women, fleece and sweatshirt blankets, HALO headbands, tumbler water bottles, red, and white crew neck sweatshirts.
Open: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00-10:00am and Friday from 2:00pm-4:00pm.
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Have a wonderful weekend!
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