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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"HAVE FAITH AND KEEP UP YOUR COURAGE" St. Angela Merici
Dear Parents, Students, and Friends,
The start of a new year brings new goals and resolutions. Our faculty is here to help our students achieve their goals. We continually instill in students that their lives can be what they make them, and we are here to support that effort. We encourage: Reach for your goal, your peak. Do ordinary things in an extraordinary way, and always remember how special you are.
May God bless you and your families.
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Follow Mrs. Zogby on twitter@PrincipalZogby.
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St. Angela, watch over all our days.
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What a privilege it was to have alumna Denise Scales, Class of 1969, return for a dynamic lunchtime discussion about her career as Nurse Manager of the Christiana Care Post-Partum Unit. Denise shared stories and advice with our upper class students about her experiences as a nurse in the 1970's when the medical field was predominantly male. Topics ranged from premature baby care, to learning various cultural traditions from the diverse families, to the importance of earning respect, not popularity, as a manager. She also visited one of our health classes where she answered additional questions about delivery, gestational diabetes, post-natal care of mothers, and adoption. She closed with a story about applying for her nursing program. There was only one space left and two candidates applying. When she was selected to fill that final space, she was told it was because she attended Ursuline.
Thank you, Denise for an inspiring talk!
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Winter Camp/Renas Hall
Three tenth grade girls from Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, China will be shadowing at Ursuline Academy from February 8-11th. Renascentia Hall, LLC is looking for host families for students. Below is a tentative schedule.
February 7 - Host family picks up student(s) at Renascentia Hall
February 8 -11 - Student(s) shadow at Ursuline Academy
February 12 - Field trip - Student(s) leave from Renascentia Hall; 6-8 pm (Chinese New Year Celebration at Hibachi Grill)
February 13 - Student departs from Renascentia Hall for MD
The host family will have the student from February 7 - 13th and will need to transport her to and from school each day. On Friday morning (Feb. 12th), the host family will bring the student to Renascentia Hall for the field trip and pick her up at Hibachi Grill (host family to come as well). The host family then returns the student to Renascentia Hall on Saturday, February 13th. Please contact Monique Sharp for additional informational at msharp@ursuline.org.
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St. Ursula, protect our future.
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20th Annual Golf Outing Committee
 Volunteers Wanted!
Attention parents. Do you have a love or interest in golf or tennis? If so, please consider joining our 20th Annual Golf Outing Committee.
This is a great way to meet other parents and get involved in one of the largest school fundraisers. There are many new and exciting opportunities this year.
We have selected a new location for our outing which will take place on Monday, May 23, 2016 at the DuPont Country Club.
We are also interested in adding a tennis component. There is a silent auction committee as well.
Anyone with an interest or experience in golf or tennis is welcome to join the committee. To learn more, please contact Joanna Arat at jarat@ursuline.org or (302) 658-7158 x6257. |
ADVANCEMENT OFFICEDesigner Handbag Bingo
We're still dreaming of more fantastic bags...
Thank you to those who have already donated a bag. However, to host a successful event, we still need more accessories.
Donate your brand-new, never used, designer wallet, wristlet, purse, tote bag, or luggage for this spring's Designer Bag Bingo hosted by the Advancement Office.
To donate your bag and receive a gift in-kind tax-deductible receipt, 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 Bag Bingo, please contact Risha Gordon, Annual Fund Manager at jgordon@ursuline.org or 302-658-7158 ext. 6246.
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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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FINE ARTS
725 String Group Looking for New Members
Students from the morning string group began rehearsals on spring repertoire which included a "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik"- aka,"A Little Night Music"- by Mozart. The group is always looking for new players. Practice is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:25am.
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Drawing Class Creates Portraits As Part Of The Memory Project
Drawing class learned the "rules of the face" and created beautiful portraits for eleven children in Madagascar. Animals and wildlife from the region, as well as the children's favorite colors, were incorporated into the background. The portraits will be mailed this week and are bound to bring smiles to their faces!
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Delaware Regional Scholastic Art Award Winners
Front row:Bella Tuo, Keely Renninger, Alexandra Kochie, Kryshell Gordy, Emma Derr, Kaitlin Coviello. Back row: Martha Skehan, Emily Alexio, Julia Sparco, Shayla Bartoli, Rinear Dougherty, Nina Kegeelman
Emily Alexio Sad World Gold Key
Morgan Blasetto Perfect Balance Silver Key
Katie Coviello Are You Alone? Gold Key
Katie Coviello Running on Empty Silver Key
Katie Coviello Body Parts Silver Key
Katie Coviello Lonely Silver Key
Emma Derr Wrapped up in Time Gold Key
Emma Derr Neatly Forgotten Gold Key,
Emma Derr Frozen in Time Honorable Mention
Rinear Dougherty Building Honorable Mention
Anna Garcia Pure Gold Key
Anna Garcia Good Mornin Silver Key
Anna Garcia Fall Fire Silver Key
Anna Garcia The Road Well Silver Key
Traveled Honorable Mention
Kryshell Gordy Between The Spoke Honorable Mention
Gabby Hogan Hiding Honorable Mention
Gabby Hogan Secret Honorable Mention
Kailyn Kampert Dreary Honorable Mention
Nina Kegelman Stolen VanGogh Silver Key
Alexandra Kochie Paint Brushes Honorable Mention
Alexandra Kochie Pills Gold Key
Martha Skehan Soiled Seas Honorable Mention
Julia Sparco Skeleton Silver Key
Bella Tuo Still Life With Lemon Honorable Mention
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STUDENT NEWS
Junior Kayla Larmore just completed her internship with the Global Education Program, and we are so thankful to her for her service. Thank you Kayla for all your hard work and dedication!
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Shayla Bartoli has been selected by Widener University and NBC Channel 10 in Philadelphia to receive the Widener University High School Leadership Award. This awards program is designed to recognize high school students like Shayla in the region who embody the university's commitment to develop and inspire leaders to affect positive change. With this award, the Widener University High School Leadership Awards Committee recognizes Shayla's ability to demonstrate courage by standing up for what is right, finding a way to address a wrong, or making a difference in a significant way. Shayla will join other selected students at a special award event at the National Constitution Center on March 23, 2016 followed by a unique leadership experience in the Fall of 2016 where all the student award winners will convene on Widener's campus for an exciting leadership training experience. With this award comes a $20,000 scholarship over four years should she choose to enroll at Widener University.
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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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COUNSELING CENTER
PSAT Scores
Juniors, please set up an appointment with your counselor to review your PSAT scores and begin the college counseling process. Bring your laptop with you since your score report is only available online at this point. Appointment lists are posted on each counselor's door. We can see two people per period. Sophomores will have their score report explained and reviewed in their Theology classes during the last week of January.
College Acceptances
Congratulations to Marissa Hohman for being admitted to the following colleges: 1. Saint Joseph's University and awarded the SJU Opportunity Award to Marissa, valued at $34,000 over four years. 2. Marissa was admitted and awarded an academic scholarship to High Point University valued at $20,000 over four years. 3. Marissa has also been admitted to Wagner College and awarded an Alumni Award worth $40,000 over four years. 4. In addition to these three schools, Marissa was also admitted to Loyola University Maryland.
Congratulations to Jena Awad for being admitted to Washington College.
Congratulations to Jenna Hilton for being admitted to the following colleges:
- Millersville University
- Hood College, where she was awarded the Founders' Scholarship valued at more than $70,000 over four years.
- Monmouth University, where she was awarded a Monmouth Academic Grant valued at $46,000 over four years and the Monmouth University Shadow Lawn Grant valued at $12,000 over four years
- Washington College, where she was awarded an Academic Tuition Scholarship totaling $52,000 for four years
- Albright College, where she was awarded a Presidential Scholarship valued at $96,000 over four years
Congratulations to Maddie Jablonski for being admitted to the following colleges:
- Saint Joseph's University, where she was awarded the University Scholarship valued at $52,000 over four years
- Seton Hall University, where she was awarded a University Scholarship in the amount of $68,000 and a Summer Scholarship in the amount of $4,500
- University of Pittsburgh
- University of Scranton, where she was awarded the Loyola Scholarship valued at $56,000 over four years
Congratulations to Olivia Hatton for being admitted to the following colleges: 1. Fordham University 2. Purdue University 3. Loyola University New Orleans and being awarded a Loyola University President's scholarship valued at $80,000 over four years.
Congratulations to Alexis Jeynes for being admitted to Brock University and awarded the Brock Scholars award in the amount of $6,000.
Congratulations to Monica Romero who has been admitted to the LIM (Laboratory Institute of Merchandising) College in Fashion Merchandising and awarded an Academic Achievement Scholarship valued at $16,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Elexa Thomas who has been admitted to Mary Baldwin College.
Congratulations to Brooke Schaen who has been admitted to Marymount Manhattan College and awarded a Presidential Scholarship valued at $48,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Brianna Altmaier for being admitted to the following colleges: 1. University of Alabama 2. East Carolina University 3. Louisiana State University
Congratulations to Julia LaPira who has been admitted to the following colleges: 1. University of Delaware and awarded a Provost Scholarship valued at $4000 over four years of study 2. St. John's University where she has been awarded a Merit Scholarship valued at $126,000 over four years of study.
Congratulations to Sarah Quillen who has been admitted to the University of Delaware.
Available Scholarships
Seniors: If you are a resident of the city of New Castle, you could be eligible for the Trustees of the New Castle Common Scholarship Fund. Please see Mrs. Barillare for more information.
Seniors: If you are a resident of Concord Township in Pennsylvania, you could be eligible for the Concord Township Scholarship Award. Please see Mrs. Barillare for more information.
The Buick Achievers Scholarship program is offering 50 scholarships, each up to $25,000 per year. High school seniors who plan to enroll full time at 4 year college or university and plan to major in a specified course of study focused on engineering, technology, or design, with an interest in the automotive industry. Information can be found in the counseling center about how to apply. Deadline is February 29, 2016.
The Committee of 100 scholarship program is for any senior living in New Castle County, accepted for admission to an accredited college or university and must have declared an intention of majoring in business, economics, or related fields. If interested in applying for this $3,000 scholarship, please visit the counseling center for an application.
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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Practice Makes Perfect
In the upcoming weeks, our students will participate in an evacuation drill to be sure they are familiar with procedures for exiting the buildings. Your children's safety is our first priority and preparedness is the key to ensuring this outcome.
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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 and 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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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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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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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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YEARBOOK SALE
Yearbooks are for sale! The yearbook staff has been hard at work capturing and captioning the must-see moments at UA!
Don't miss a chance to preserve your memories of the 2015-2016 year.
It is important to order a copy as supplies are limited.
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ATHLETICS 
Follow us @UARaiders!
Basketball: Congratulations to the basketball team for defeating nationally ranked Cardinal O'Hara on Thursday 35-34. Alisha Lewis hit two free throws with six seconds left to seal the game. The team will travel to the Blue Star Tournament this Sunday to take on Neumann Goretti HS (PA), which is another team that is ranked nationally.
Indoor Track: The indoor track team finished eighth out of twenty one teams at last Sunday's meet at Ursinus College. Sophia Simoes finished second overall in the shot put! The team will travel to Ursinus College again this Sunday to participate in the Bear High School Invitational.
Swimming: The swim team will take on Tatnall on Wednesday, 1/20 at H. Fletcher Brown Boys and Girls Club at 3pm. Good luck ladies!
Important Date Change: The US Spring Sports Parent's Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 16th at 7pm in the auditorium. Spring sports include: golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis and track and field. At least one parent is required to attend this meeting if your daughter is playing a spring sport. This is a great time to meet the Athletic Director, Athletic Trainer as well as your daughter's spring coaches.
Reminder: If your daughter plans to try out for a spring sport, she MUST have a DIAA physical on file with the school nurse before March 1st.
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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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