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Dear Parents/Guardians:
EASTER PRAYER
Rejoicing with you as we celebrate the Resurrection and thanking you for your dedication, encouragement, and inspiration throughout the year. God's amazing grace shines through you.
Have a Happy Easter!
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IOU DAY will be here soon!
This week I met with the majority of the junior and senior IOU DAY groups discussing their particular activity. After spring break, I will meet with the groups that I missed due to us being off on Friday. All students are required to turn in a permission form to attend their particular activity. Please ask your daughter if she has a permission slip and have her return it to me after spring break.
Letters were mailed today to the freshmen and sophomore parents/guardians regarding IOU DAY and what activities the students will be engaged in that Friday.
Just a reminder that IOU DAY, April 22nd, is considered a regular school day. If your daughter is sick, please remember to call into the office and let the school know.
Thanks!
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As many of us participate in Holy Week and Easter services very soon, we may hear this Scripture verse from Matthew 28:5-6, "Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised just as he said."
Sr. Melannie Svoboda, SND, writes, "Although we do not fully understand all the implications of the Resurrection, this we do know: Easter celebrates not only Jesus' resurrection, but the resurrection that has already begun in each one of us. Wherever fragile life is cared for, where tears are wiped away, where the lonely are visited, where forgiveness is extended, where a hungry child is being fed, where honesty and integrity abide, where genuine peace is established, where an unjust situation is being made just - all of these are seeds of the Resurrection, seeds of new life. The Resurrection is not only a past event or future event. It is already in process here and now. This is Easter's promise! This is Easter's joy! What else could we say but Alleluia!"
Jesus, help me to notice and to plant the seeds of the Resurrection wherever I go! Sr. Eileen O'Keeffe, CCVI, Mission Integration
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IWA Day and Special Awards:
Each year on Incarnate Word Day we celebrate the feast of the Annunciation which commemorates the Blessed Virgin Mary saying "yes" to becoming the mother of Jesus. So this past Tuesday we recognized five women with some special IWA Day Awards. Just like Mary, these Women of the Word continue to say "yes" to living the mission of Jesus.
The Sister Peter Nolasco Keenan Award is presented to a senior who has clearly lived out the mission as expressed in the IWA mission statement: The mission of Incarnate Word Academy is to challenge young women of faith to achieve their God-given potential as academically successful Women of the Word, following the example of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, by promoting human dignity, thereby empowering themselves and others to make a positive impact on our world. Congratulations to Gracie Holloran for receiving the Sister Peter Nolasco Keenan Award.
The Sister Pat Kelley Award is presented to a senior who has contributed to society and school, as Sister Pat Kelley did. She is one who demonstrates IWA's Core Beliefs, particularly following the example of Jesus, promoting human dignity, and making a positive impact on our world. She displays a passion for assisting those who are marginalized and speaks for those who are voiceless. Congratulations to Blair McKee for receiving the Sister Pat Kelley Award.
The Mary Reilly Award is given in honor of the years of service that Mary Reilly gave to IWA as a secretary. The qualities of spirit, support and service demonstrated throughout the year are key qualifications for the recipient.
Congratulations to Ms. Patty Senft for receiving the Mary Reilly Award.
The Archbishop May Service Award is given to a senior who is recognized for her extraordinary achievement in service above and beyond that required by the school. The person selected for this award must be an outstanding example of someone who has demonstrated on and off campus her sincere and never ending desire to assist and serve others. Congratulations to Anna Salmo for receiving the Archbishop May Service Award.
The Lisa Orlet Leadership Award is given to a senior who has shown strong leadership qualities throughout her four years at Incarnate Word Academy. Congratulations to Shannon Groark for receiving the Lisa Orlet Leadership Award.
Energy Care's Trivia Night:
Several of our girls will be volunteering at Energy Care's Trivia Night on Saturday, March 19. It will be held in the MPR at Incarnate Word Academy. For more information about this Trivia Night, please call 314-773-5900.
Special Friends Retreat:
Several of our girls will be volunteering at the Special Friends Retreat held at Sacred Heart Parish in Florissant on Saturday, April 2, 2016 from 9:30-3:00. They will be experiencing the retreat day with the retreatants, and may be asked to help get discussions at tables started and to assist with activities.
Muscle Walk:
Students from IWA are invited to participate in the Muscle Walk to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Sunday, April 3 in Forest Park. The Muscle Walk is a one-mile, non-competitive, non-athletic, symbolic walk to honor the families affected by muscle diseases, remember those we have lost, and celebrate the strides the MDA has made. All of the money raised from the St. Louis MDA Muscle Walk will benefit research, summer camp and provide aidto those living with muscle disease in our community.
Service Cards:
The Sophomore service cards are due no later than April 8, 2016.
The Freshman service cards are due no later than April 15, 2016.
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Senior parents: Please remind your daughter to bring in a copy of all acceptance and scholarship award letters from all the schools where she has been accepted. Thank you!
Reminder for all families: Testing day is Tuesday, April 19th. On this day, Freshmen and Sophomores will be taking a full length "practice" ACT (no writing), while the Juniors will be taking an "official" ACT (plus writing). All students are already registered to take these exams, so you will not need to register your daughter for this exam.
We will be hosting the ZAPs Test Prep program here on April 6th & 7th from 3:15 to 5:45 both days. ZAPS instruction has been helping teens raise their scores for more than 30 years. The cost for this 2 day workshop is $84.99. For more information and to register, please click here.
Cabrina Noonan, M.A.
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Happy St. Patrick's Day...
Congratulations to our Red Knigthts Basketball on making the Final Four. They leave this evening for STATE! They will take on MICDS Friday 2:30 at Mizzou Arena. If they win they will play in the championship game Saturday at 6:20 pm. If you are unable to make it to the game, here is a link to watch it LIVE or replay: click here.
Although we are on Spring Break, we have our first HOME varsity soccer game Monday, March 21st against Duchesne at 4:00pm. JV and Varsity Soccer will play again at HOME Wednesday March 23rd against St. Dominic, Varsity at 4:15 and JV at 5:30. Hope to see you in the stands! Lacrosse will play their first game at Francis Howell on Thursday, March 24th 5:30 pm. Varsity Track will have their first meet Saturday, March 26th at Washington University. Good Luck to all our teams over break!
Cheer Tryouts are set for April 2nd and April 3rd 9am-5pm in the IWA Gym with an hour break for lunch. If you have questions please contact Haley at reyland_haley@yahoo.com
Dance Tryouts are set for April 11th, 12th, & 14th from 5 pm-8 pm in the IWA gym. There are two pre-tryout dance clinics on March 21st and April 4th from 5pm-7pm. If you have questions contact Chasity Tyus at ctyus15@yahoo.com
Preparations are underway for our Golf Tournamentat Normandie. Save the Date May 6th. Our summer camps are on the website. Spread the WORD!
Thanks for ALL you DO!
Always a Great Day to be A RED KNIGHT!
Lisa P. Orlet '87
Athletic Director
lorlet@iwacademy.org
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FROM THE FINANCE OFFICE:
*The Registration Packets for the 2016-2017 school year was mailed to families. The paperwork and the $350.00 registration deposit is due back to the Finance Office by
Friday, March 18th.
If you did not receive your packet, please contact the Finance Office.
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IWA AUCTION - APRIL 9, 2016
Purchase your auction tickets now! You don't want to miss a night of fun & fundraising for IWA. You can buy your tickets here.
Oral Auction Preview:
St. Louis Brewery Tour
You and 19 friends will hop on your tour bus and visit 4 craft breweries where you'll meet brewers and sample signature and seasonal beers. Customized growlers (coolers on the bus keep them cold) and a $100 Visa gift card are included. Mutually agreeable date.
San Antonio, TX Getaway to vibrant San Antonio! Airfare, a 2-night stay at the Drury, and restaurant gift cards to La Paloma ($50) and Dick's Last Resort ($50) are included. Take a water taxi or leisurely stroll down the Riverwalk, visit the Alamo, soak up the eclectic culture, and indulge in some of the world's best Mexican cuisine. Time to Wine Down Pack your bags and head to the quaint, historic town of Hermann, MO. Situated on the river bluffs overlooking Norton vineyard, Hermann Hill B & B is known for it's luxurious and relaxing amenities along with spectacular views ($200 gift card). Visit Stone Hill Winery to sip award-winning wines and dine on contemporary world cuisine ($125). Enjoy your basket of wine and cheese back at the room or take it along to snack on while taking in one of Hermann's peaceful hillsides.
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From the Yearbook Moderator
Your Mission: Make sure your daughter has purchased a yearbook this year. Hello, moderator of the yearbook here to tell you that our second sales campaign has begun for purchasing a 2016 IWA school yearbook. The theme of our book this year is "Spy", and the staff is very excited about the overall "look" of the book with all of its spy-like connections and references. Our school yearbook is a priceless heirloom for every Incarnate student as it records so many memories of this year in an impressive and modern design. Further, our yearbooks have won Josten's Award for Excellence the last several years, so we create a product of great quality and value. Price: $70 for 156 full color pages. Due date is March 30, 2016.
Please make out your check to IWA and direct your cash or check to Bryan Villmer. If you have any questions, such as has your daughter purchased a yearbook already, please send them to bvillmer@iwacademy.org.
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Thursday, April 28, 2016
Live Link to Ticket Purchase soon!
Please watch IWA website banner.
For any additional questions, please contact either Phyllis Timmermann at pmtmom@aol.com or
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Friday, Mar. 18th - No Classes
March 21, 2016 - March 25, 2016 -
Spring Break
Mar. 28 - No Classes - Easter Monday
Mar. 29 - Regular day of school
Mar. 30 - Late Start - HR begins at 9:00 am
- HR - StuCo exec. & pres. speeches/elections
Mar. 31 - Regular day of school
April 1 - Regular day of school
- Beach Bash
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