SHDHS Parent Newsletter

Information from the front office

Current Families RE-ENROLL for the 2022-2023 School Year

Click here to re-enroll for current students planning to attend SHDHS for the 2022-2023 school year. You will need to create an account, which will prompt you to re-enroll the current student button. Click on the button and complete each task. Once completed, a check mark will appear, allowing you to move on to the following form. For questions, contact Toni Lehan at 859-525-0255, ext 2826, or [email protected].

The FACTS Financial Aid application is open. Applicants can use 2020 Tax returns and 2021 W-2's. Applications are accepted throughout the school year, but the first awards deadline is March 1, 2022, and award notifications will be made on March 15, 2022. Please click here to apply if you have questions, please contact Connie Cornett at [email protected].

Scheduling for 2022-2023 is now live!
The scheduling portal is now open for students to enter their course requests for next year. Students have until Friday, February 11, to get everything entered. As a reminder, this is not a first come-first served situation; we will wait to start scheduling until all requests are entered. Helpful documents were shared in the students' classroom presentations, and they are all linked below for your reference.

Students should follow these scheduling process steps:

Review Course Description Guide and Program of Study Chart.
Consult teachers, parents, and counselors.
Log in to Tyler SIS using this link and click on the "Student" tab. Use the Google single sign-on.
Once you log in, there will be a banner in yellow that says "Course requests may now be entered;" click on "View."
Click "Add requests" (lower right corner).
Drop down to "Subject selection list" and click "Next."
Using your appropriate grade level worksheet as a guide, select the appropriate courses for 22-23. Courses are grouped by department; simply check the box for the course you want to select and continue until all of your courses are checked. You will have six total credits requested. Note that Religion is not listed for you to select; the appropriate Religion class will be scheduled for you. You do not need to request it.
- Rising 10th grade
- Rising 11th grade
- Rising 12th grade
After checking all boxes, click "Next" (lower right corner).
Review the list and click "Save" (lower right corner).
You will get a "Data successfully saved" message (lower right corner).
Complete the Alternate Course Request Form. In the case of a schedule conflict for your original elective requests, we will use this form to fill a gap with something else you'd like, rather than us picking for you.

Congratulations! You have now completed your course requests for 2022-2023!
If you have technical issues, see the Tech department. Let your counselor know if you have any questions or issues with the course selection process.

Updated COVID-19 Protocols, January 28, 2022

Please click here to review the updated Protocols for the Diocese of Covington Schools. This information was emailed on January 14, 2022.

Mask Update

SHDHS data indicates that Covid cases have stabilized at St. Henry District High School, so going forward for the week of January 31-February 4, masks will be recommended. Please check the newsletter on Fridays to determine the following week's mask guidelines.

CRU Bid & Bash

The 2022 Cru Bid & Bash is going virtual again this year! This annual auction is our school's longest-running fundraiser (can you believe this will be our school's 23rd annual auction event?), and we are always humbled by the support we garner from parents, alumni, and community members alike.

While the actual date of the virtual event is Saturday, February 19, the fun started early with our "Buffalo Trace Bourbon Basket" Kick-Off Raffle last November and XBox Raffle last December. But that was just the tip of the iceberg…or items…up for grabs this year. Our committee is gearing up to share the rest of their amazing "Best of Live" Raffle and Silent Auction items with you over the coming weeks, items such as:

A Red River Gorge Getaway & Kayak Adventure for up to 8 people
A Pro Sports Fan Experience (NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, or PGA) for 2 people
An Irrigation and Lighting Package from Expert Irrigation
Mixology Lessons + Bonefish Grill Package for up to 10 people
Designer Purses, Reserved Parking Spots, Lottery Ticket Basket, Alcohol Basket, SHDHS Custom Cornhole Set, and much, much more!

Be on the lookout for more information on the VERY popular Best of Bid & Bash Raffle next week. This raffle kicks off on Monday, February 7, and will be quickly followed up with our Playstation 5 Raffle.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Advancement Office at 859.525.0255 or [email protected].

Donations for Cru Bid & Bash
We are still accepting donations for the Bid & Bash, most especially gift cards or cash. Please click here for the complete list of gift cards our committee is currently soliciting. If you are looking for a way to help with this year's event (that doesn't involve giving up any of your limited time), a gift card or cash donation may be for you! Donations can be dropped off in the school office anytime between now and Friday, February 4 (please mark to the attention "Bid & Bash").

SHDHS $10K Raffle
It's not too late to purchase your ticket for a chance to win $10,000 in this year's $10K Raffle! Tickets are still only $25 each. The grand prize drawing will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022, during the Cru Bid & Bash virtual event. Click here to purchase your tickets today!

Academic Showcase

Stem
Our SHDHS STEM and STEM HONORS students completed their first mini engineering project and competition. The boxes are made from paper and follow measurement and instruction guidelines. The students then chose a product to put in their package and advertise it creatively. Congrats to our classroom finalists for "Best Overall Package": Eileen Michels, Julia Lyons, Avery Pleiman, Gavin Armbruster, and Magdalene Jump. Congrats to our classroom finalist for "Most Creative Package": Claire Schild, Jack Stich, Ben Dunham, Ainsley Potter, and Addison Millsap.
All students then voted to choose an overall winner in each category and win a donut party for their class. Congrats to Avery Pleiman for winning "Best Overall Package" and Ben Dunham for "Most Creative Package!"

Spanish I Classes

The project was about visiting one of the 21 Spanish-speaking countries. The students talked about places they visited, souvenirs they bought, and the favorite food they had. Some of the food they presented were arepitas dulces, pastel tres leches, alfajores, helado de cajeta, horchata, cubos de mango, cubitos rellenos de guayaba,
and buñuelos y plátanos fritos. They did a fantastic job cooking and having everything individually wrapped so that they could share.

Freshman Wellness and Fitness Class

The 7th-period Speed ball Champs! Edward Gruener, Jackson Theus, and Maggie Farmer.

Athletic News

Booster Meeting Monday, January 31 at 6:30 pm in room 105.
If you cannot attend the meeting, please reach out to Matt Schneider [email protected].

St. Henry Crusader Basketball Grade School Appreciation Night Tuesday, February 8, 2022

St. Henry vs Beechwood JV @ 6:00 PM | Varsity @ 7:30 PM

St. Henry Crusader Basketball invites all elementary and middle school students to Grade School Appreciation Night. Admission is free to all coaches and students wearing a team jersey or school spirit wear. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you!

St. Henry Lady Crusader Basketball Grade School Appreciation Night Saturday, February 12, 2022

Lady Crusaders vs. Boone County
Freshman @ 4:00 PM | JV @ 5:00 PM | Varsity @ 6:30 PM

St. Henry Lady Crusader Basketball invites all elementary and middle school students to Grade School Appreciation Night. Admission is free to all coaches and students wearing a team jersey or school spirit wear. The first 50 attendees will receive a free t-shirt, and all will enjoy free snacks and drinks.

Additionally, the girls will be entered into a drawing to be a team manager for the night receive free admission to the Lady Crusader Summer Basketball Camp and other fun prizes. The Varsity team will be signing autographs after the game. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you!

Important Track and Field Information

Calling all 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students interested in participating on the St. Henry Middle School Track & Field team, please sign up on Final Forms and also contact Head Coach Greg Enxel [email protected] or Matt Schneider, Athletic Director [email protected].

ESports Information

The Esports spring season, February 21 through April 15, with an extra two weeks for playoffs, is about to kick off at SHDHS, and the team is open to 8th graders! We are currently offering three game titles: Rocket League, Super Smash Bros, and
Splatoon 2.

SHDHS is proud to offer Esports as an officially sanctioned KHSAA sport in both the fall and spring seasons. We compete against other Kentucky high schools via PlayVS in the regular season and state tournament. Since the KHSAA added Esports in 2018, St. Henry has qualified for playoffs each season, bringing home a State Runners-up and three State Semifinalist trophies. We are hoping to add to our growing collection!

All games are played on-site in our Computer Lab with computers designed for gaming. Following school/diocesan protocol, we ask that all participants wear face coverings. All games are played at 4:30 pm on their designated days: Splatoon 2 on Tuesday, Super Smash Bros on Wednesday, and Rocket League on Thursday.

Any 8th grader interested in playing Esports for St. Henry this season should contact Mr. Zack Zvosecz ([email protected]) by Friday, February 11.

Campus Ministry

March for Life

A group of 22 from SHDHS attended the 49th Annual March for Life this year in Washington DC. The March commemorates the anniversary of Roe vs. Wade, which legalized abortion in the US. We started the day celebrating Mass with our Diocese, attended the outdoor Rally, which featured some amazing speakers, and concluded with over 100,000 people marching past the steps of the US Supreme Court as a witness to those who cannot speak for themselves, the unborn! The temperatures were low, but our spirits were high as we marched for a world where the beauty and dignity of every human life are valued and protected.

Collection for Emergency Cold Shelter of Northern KY during Catholic School Week: January 31- February 4
The Emergency Cold Shelter of Northern KY will move to its new and expanded location soon. The shelter has been full, to where guests have been using Mother of God Church facilities for overflow. While we cannot provide shelter, we can provide basic necessities that are in great need, shoes, and underwear. Plan to donate gently used gym shoes (both men and women's) and packages of new boxer underwear (men's size small) the first week of February.

Join us for World Youth Day August 1 – 6, 2023

The Diocese of Covington is coordinating a pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal, for youth and young adults ages 16 and up. Experience the universality of the Catholic Church in the presence of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, alongside millions of young Catholics from around the world. The pilgrimage includes several days spent in service to the local Diocese of Lisbon and a day trip to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima. Our Bishop, John C. Iffert, is hoping to join us along with a few priests from the Diocese.

The cost is $3,700 per person and includes round-trip airfare, transportation, lodging, meals, and tours. Initial payment of $300 is due by March 31, 2022, with the full amount of $3,700 paid by Friday, March 31, 2023.

If you are interested in attending, leading a group, or making donations to help the youth of our Diocese attend this powerful experience, please contact Isaak Abraham at 859-392-1500, ext. 1529 or [email protected].

Grandparent Masses
Please invite grandparents (or grandparent figures) to the annual grandparent Mass(es)! Each grade level will celebrate Mass in the auditorium. Grandparents will be seated at 10:00, Mass starts at 10:15 followed by a light refreshment/reception.

Freshman - Feb 10
Sophomore - Feb 25
Junior - March 10
Senior - March 31

Please RSVP here.

Service Reminder
Students must log service hours on MobileServe the month in which they are completed. Students are required to complete at least five red service hours (with non-profit agencies) by April 29. Several organized group projects will be made available in February and March.

Crusaders of the Week

Ms. Poly nominates Anna Dinius for the Crusader of the Week award. Anna is an absolute pleasure to be around. She is committed, kind, and most importantly has amazing communication skills. Anna's skills go beyond her academic capabilities; she is super creative and knows how to think outside the box. She has quickly proven to be a leader among her small group when working on projects. Anna's enthusiasm rubs off on those around her. She is prepared for class every day, is attentive while in class, and treats peers and adults alike with respect. Congratulations Anna!

It is with great pleasure that Mrs. Schwarz nominates Carter Scheben for student of the week in her Wellness and Lifetime fitness class. Carter is a hard worker and a wonderful example of what it means to push yourself, not only on the baseball field but the work necessary for an athlete to perform to their full potential. Carter consistently demonstrates great strength during our weekly workouts and does his best to get the most out of each session. Carter is a leader, understands the meaning of teamwork, and can get along with others. Congratulations, Carter, on this well-deserved award.

Counselors Corner

St. Elizabeth Internship Information for Junior Parents
St. Henry District High School is partnering once again with St. Elizabeth Healthcare's High School Senior Internship Program. SHDHS is one of the few Diocese of Covington High Schools involved with this program, and we are looking forward to working with St. Elizabeth again for the 2022 – 2023 school year.

As a part of the internship selection process, rising seniors must be reviewed by the
SHDHS committee first before moving onto the St. Elizabeth committee. Students
interested in the program are required to complete the attached SHDHS application, submit a 500-word essay, and request two letters of recommendation from a teacher or school principal.

Completed applications must be shared with Mr. Billy Sarge in the counseling department before 1st period on Wednesday, February 16. *Please note, the SHDHS deadline is different from the one listed on the St. Elizabeth website. The application will be posted Monday on Schoology.

Requirements set by SHDHS to apply for the program are:

Grade Point Average 3.0+ (weighted or unweighted)
Exceptional Attendance Record

Visit the St. Elizabeth High School Senior Internship Program link for more information. You will notice the link lists different 'Program Tracks' offered to student interns. However, the only tracks SHDHS students can apply to are Patient Care, Business, Marketing /Communications, and Information Technology.

If you have any questions, please contact Billy Sarge in the Counseling Department
at [email protected].

SHDHS Scholarship Update

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ASfqENwyRZDoUN9-p6tyWg1rdVpmk6B03pfrCaL03qg/edit?usp=sharing

Sallie Mae Scholarship Database
https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships/

Fastweb
https://www.fastweb.com/

FEC NEWS

FEC PARENT NIGHT at VARSITY BOYS HOME GAME - Our rescheduled parent night at a Varsity home game is set for next Friday, February 4. The Cru will be playing Holmes High School, and it will also be Senior Night for our basketball players/cheerleaders. All parents are invited and welcome to join us in our Parent Hospitality Suite (aka - the cafeteria) from 6-7 for food and beverages and friendship. The Senior presentations will begin at 7:00 and the game at 7:30. There will be a special parent seating section next to the student section, parent interaction with the Pep Club, a 1/2 time shoot out contest (to benefit Mayfield High School), a parent around-the-world contest to win free Cru Spiritwear, and a dress-up spirit theme for the evening of CRU-USA! Come on out and enjoy the night - please RSVP to the event on the parent Facebook Page to help us plan accurately.