Happy Thanksgiving

from St. Henry District High School

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EMPOWERING GOD'S CHILDREN® -DEADLINE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26

SHDHS will administer the fall semester Empowering God's Children® training sessions to students during the Week of November 27.

We ask that parents complete the following permission form by Sunday, November 26.

Unlike in past years, all students must have a permission form on file whether their parents "opt-in" or "opt out" of the training.

Digital Permission Form:   

PURPOSE: Empowering God's Children® is an age-appropriate comprehensive program through which educators (teachers, catechists, and youth ministers) and parents can give children and youth the tools they need to protect themselves and know what to do if someone tries to violate their boundaries. Each year, the program provides a theme that introduces and builds on the basic concepts of the Teaching Boundaries and Safety Guide.

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CRU SPIRIT SHOP NEWS

A Christmas pre-order sale has begun and will run until November 26. CRU Spirit Shop Link

Selected items available for pre-order can be ordered and delivered to school by 12/14 for pick-up. Current in-stock items are also available to purchase just in time for Christmas! Check out the new items and some fan favorites available now!

At A Glance - Important upcoming important dates
11/22-24 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
11/27-12/11 - Campus Ministry Toy Drive
11/27 - Booster Meeting, 6:30 pm
11/28 - HSPT Prep Session #1, 3:30 pm

12/1 - First Friday Dismissal, 1:00 pm
12/1 - Parent Night at the basketball games, sponsored by The FEC
12/5 - HSPT Prep Session #2, 3:30 pm
12/5 - Choir Christmas Concert, 7:00 pm
12/7 -  All-School Mass, 10:00 am
12/8 -  NO SCHOOL - Immaculate Conception
12/9 - HSPT, 9:00 am
12/13 - OOU for Toy Drive Winners only
12/14 - Mid-Term Exams
12/15 - Mid-Term Exams
12/18 - Mid-Term Exams
12/19 - Mid-Term Exams
12/21-1/2 - NO SCHOOL - Christmas Break
12/30 - Bingo, 11 am
1/3 - First Day of Second Semester 
 

SCHOOL CALENDAR
2023-2024 School Calendar
Click here for a quick look at the 23-24 pdf school calendar. Subscribe to our school calendar by clicking here for all up-to-date information.

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STUDENT TARDIES AND ABSENCES PROTOCOLS

As the weather is changing and illnesses are more prevalent, here is a reminder of the SHDHS Protocols for Tardies and Absences:

Reporting Tardy and Absence
We have a 24-hour message system for parents to report students who are tardy or absent. Please call the main office anytime, day or night, at 859-525-0255, press zero (0), and follow the instructions.

Leaving Early or Returning to School
If students need to leave school due to an illness, they must go to the office to have their parents called by school staff. They should not text their parent directly. 

Any student leaving early for any reason before the end of the school day must sign out at the office. Any student arriving at school any time of the day after the morning bell must sign in at the office. 

Absentee Notes Required
Upon returning from an absence period (whole or half-day), a student must bring a note from their parents or guardian. A note is required even if parents pick up their child or talk to the office by phone. This note must include the following information:

• Date the note was written;
• Student's first and last name;
• Date of the absence;
• The specific reason for the absence;
• Signature of parent/guardian.

Please email this information to the [email protected] or deliver a printed copy to the front office.

Extended Period of Absence
If a student is going to be absent for an extended time, the Extended Periods of Absence/Vacations Form must be filled out. 
Extended Periods of Absence/Vacations Vacations are strongly discouraged during instructional time. Students who know they will miss school for reasons related to athletics (not associated with SHDHS) or personal/family reasons should submit this form to the front office for approval by the administration of SHDHS at least five days before the absence. This will make communicating with school personnel about attendance and class assignments easier. Students will receive the same number of days absent plus one additional day to complete makeup work. Students must take the initiative to see their teachers and plan for missed work. 

The form is linked above and can be found on the SHDHS website under the Parent Resources Tab, All Resources/ Application Portal/ Student Absences. A form may also be picked up in the Front Office.

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ST. HENRY PARENT ADVISORY BOARD OPENINGS

The Saint Henry Parent Advisory Board, which advises and supports the school's administrators in the domains of Catholic Identity, academic excellence, and operations, currently has openings for parent representatives needed from the following parishes: Saint Timothy, St. Barbara, Saint Paul, Immaculate Heart of Mary, and Mary, Queen of Heaven. 

The board meets approximately four to six times a year, with meetings lasting from an hour to an hour and a half. 

If interested, please contact Principal Brannen at [email protected] or Jill Felix at [email protected].

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REQUIRED WORKBOOKS AND SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS INVOICED

Some classes require students to purchase workbooks and supplementary materials. Items were available in their classrooms during the first week of school. Invoices were emailed through your FACTS account and are due by November 30. If you have questions, please contact Connie Cornett ([email protected]).

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PART-TIME CAFETERIA POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Cashier

• 2-3 days a week/ 2-3 hrs per day
• Hours between 10:45-1:20
• The job includes ringing out students for lunch

Food Prep/Server

• Three days a week/ M, W, F
• Hours 8:45-2:15
• Job Includes Prepping & serving food as well as cleaning up.

If interested, please get in touch with Deb Miller @ [email protected].

Mrs. Kaiser-Munday nominates Senior John Roebker for Crusader of the Week for Government and Politics.

"John is an insightful and diligent citizen in class and truly wants to learn how to positively impact the world around him. His creativity in his Friday articles and thoughtful reflections on Think the Votes are a gift to read. John asks questions in class that cause people to think. John is doing great things now and will continue to do so in the future! Congratulations, John!"

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Mrs. Rudy nominates Sophomore Abigail Arrasmith for Crusader of the Week for English II Honors.

"Abigail is a conscientious and hardworking student. While she is somewhat quiet in nature,  Abigail participates every day in her own way. She is a great demonstration of the power of quiet and positive leadership. Abigail is always prepared for class and approaches her work with rigor and attention to detail. Mrs. Rudy especially appreciates that Abigail consistently exhibits a Christian attitude and a willingness to help those around her. She always treats her classmates and teachers with kindness, respect, and an inclusive attitude. She is an absolute pleasure to teach. Congratulations, Abigail!"

CRU BID and BASH -  BLACK FRIDAY SALES

The Black Friday sales are a good place to find great deals on items that can be donated for raffle and silent auction baskets for the CRU Bid & Bash! Small appliances, electronics, home decor, etc. Questions? Contact the Advancement Office! 

We still seek volunteers to join the Advancement Committee for CRU Bid and Bash on March 16! Please get in touch with Toni Lehan at [email protected]. 

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SHADOW VISITS / FAMILY TOURS
Experience a day in the life of a St. Henry District High School student. Prospective 7th or 8th-grade students or transfer students can register to spend a school day on the SHDHS campus, attend classes, eat lunch, speak with teachers, and visit with other students. There is something for everyone at SHDHS! Spaces are limited.
Shadow Visit Registration 

Family Tours are an excellent way for families to walk the school and have one-on-one conversations with faculty. The family tours typically occur after the regular school day has ended. They usually last about an hour and a half. 
Family Tour Registration

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HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST (HSPT) - Saturday, December 9, 2023

• The HSPT will be administered on Saturday, December 9. Click here to register.
• If your student has a current formalized education plan (i.e., ALP, IEP, 504, etc.) and plans to request accommodations for the HSPT, they must be pre-registered by December 1, and the Accommodations option must be selected (this allows time for a thorough review of records for accommodation planning purposes). A PDF copy of the current plan must be uploaded at the time of registration.
• The registration deadline for those requesting an audio reader is November 21 (to allow time for those materials to be ordered). If you have specific questions regarding accommodations, please contact Laci Shea ([email protected]).
• Scholarships, beginning at 25% of Tuition and fees, will be awarded to students whose test results fall within the top 10% of tests administered at SHDHS (the total number of scholarships offered will vary based upon the number of students who test at SHDHS). Per diocesan guidelines, SHDHS can only offer merit-based HSPT Scholarships to students who take the HSPT at St. Henry District High School.

Also, if you've not yet had a chance to register for the optional 2-Day HSPT Prep Workshop, you can still do so. 

• The optional 2-Day HSPT Prep Workshop will be held on Tuesday, November 28 & Tuesday, December 5. Click here to register.
• The workshop costs $51.50 per student for both classes.

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SHOP AND SUPPORT SHDHS

SHDHS participates in The Kroger Plus Community Rewards Program, where you can earn funds for SHDHS without spending additional money! Link your shopper's cards to St. Henry District High School and start shopping.
Kroger Community Rewards 
Visit https:www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards for detailed instructions.
Search for St. Henry District High School from the list, select, and click "Save."

SHDHS PARENT NIGHT AT BOYS BASKETBALL HOME GAMES! 

All SHDHS parents (and grandparents and Alumni!) are invited to come to hang out and cheer on our boys basketball teams on Friday, December 1:

Freshmen @ 4:30 pm | JV @ 6:00 pm | Varsity @7:30 pm

• The spirit theme for students and parents is CHRISTMAS (think ugly Christmas sweaters, Santa hats, or your favorite holiday PJs!)
• Sit in the designated parent section in the stands.
• Participate in shoot-out/knock-out games for a prize
• Visit the Cru Spirit Shop: open from 4:30 pm until half-time of the varsity game.
• The FEC hospitality area will be open to adults only from 6 - 8:15 pm in the cafeteria. Enjoy food and drink, mingling, and a chance to win a $150 gift card to Walt's Hitching Post.

If you RSVP for the event by clicking "GOING" on our Facebook Event Page, you will automatically be entered into the gift card drawing. We will draw that night, and you must be present to win.

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SHDHS NEW YEAR'S SPECIAL BINGO - Volunteers Needed!  

SHDHS will hold a special New Year's Bingo Fundraiser on Saturday, December 30. This is one of our biggest fundraising events, and many volunteers are needed to make it a success. SHDHS relies heavily on these BINGO funds to operate and support our school, students, teachers, staff, and community.  

Please consider doing your part and sign up for a shift today.
We still need A LOT of volunteers!   Thank you! 

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA4AE2DAAFC1-45785327-1230

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CRU BID & BASH PLANNING MEETING 

Mark your calendars for the next Cru Bid & Bash committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 10, at 6 pm in the cafeteria. We need many more volunteers to join the committee, especially the Silent Auction/Raffle committee, so please consider joining us. Thank you!

ARCHERY PARENT MEETING

An Archery parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at 6:00 pm in the SHDHS cafeteria. This meeting will provide important details on the upcoming season, practice times, tournament event details, and expectations for the season. Please plan to attend; if you cannot attend and have questions, please contact Coach Ernst at [email protected].

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BOOSTERS MEETING

All are invited to the Boosters Meeting on Monday, November 27, at 6:30 pm in the SHDHS Cafeteria.

2023 NCYC

Students from SHDHS attended NCYC- National Catholic Youth Conference" in Indianapolis from November 16-November 18. It was a gathering of about 15,000 young Catholics who spent their days meeting other young Catholics, praying, attending Mass and confessions, and adoring Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. It was an amazing conference, and many graces from the Holy Spirit were flowing!" 
Attendees included Emily Gross, Mikah Breetz, Maddie Ritchie, Kiara Ziolkowski, Cami Spellman, Sophia Hunt, Olivia Wulfeck, Michael Bischoff, Nathan Verkamp, and Keylee McDaniel. 

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UPCOMING CAMPUS MINISTRY DATES

• Nov. 27-Dec. 11 - Toy Drive for DCCH
• December 6 - Advent Reconciliation Service 
• December 7 - Advent All School Mass
• December 13 - OOU for Toy Drive Winners

Campus Ministry Weekly Events

• Tuesday 7 am Mass in the Chapel
• Thursday Adoration and Confession in FLEX
• Friday Mass during FLEX 

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TOY DRIVE

Click here to check what age group each first-period class is responsible for 

Every first-period class with 100% participation based on class enrollment will receive an out-of-uniform day on December 13. (For example, If a class has ten students, the class must collect ten toys for 100%.)

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SERVICE HOUR REMINDER

• Due Date: November 29
• Completion of 10 hours of Service Due Each Semester 
• At least 5 of those 10 hours MUST be Red Hours
• Direct and Onsite Service Benefiting the Community 
• Personal interaction with the people or agency being served 
• Red - volunteering with nonprofits serving disadvantaged people
• White - volunteering with a school, church, or community center

"People say, 'What is the sense of our small effort?' They cannot see that we must lay one brick at a time and take one step at a time. A pebble cast into a pond causes ripples that spread in all directions. Each one of our thoughts, words, and deeds is like that. No one has a right to sit down and feel hopeless. There's too much work to do." - Dorothy Day

SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITIES

Mary Rose Mission
Mary Rose Mission is a great place to complete red service hours for the semester! Mary Rose Mission serves meals to people in need in the community. The mission requests help serving food, organizing food prep, cleaning, and hospitality. Volunteer spots fill up fast, so I encourage you to head to their Sign-up Genius link and find a few dates to serve. They offer evening and weekend shifts! When you serve here, you must wear modest clothing and closed-toed shoes. Mary Rose Volunteer Sign-Up

The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati
The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati is looking for SEVERAL volunteers to help with their upcoming programs and events (October to December)! They offer weekend and weekday opportunities. Check out the link below to browse volunteer opportunities and to sign up!
DSAGC Volunteer Opportunities 

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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 9:45 am, and Mass starts at 10:00 am, followed by light refreshments.

For questions, please email Annie Poat (Campus Minister) at [email protected].

• Senior - Thursday, March 7
• Junior - Thursday, March 21
• Sophomore - Thursday, April 11
• Freshman - Tuesday, April 23

COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID NIGHT

The Counseling Department will host a Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, December 6, starting at 6:00 pm in the Drees Homes Auditorium. The Director of Financial Aid will lead the presentation from Thomas More University. With all the new changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for high school seniors and those currently enrolled in college - this presentation will provide you with the latest information you need to be prepared when applying for financial assistance. Please contact your student's assigned counselor if you have any questions. 

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HIGHLIGHTING SKILLED TRADES

Salary ranges for skilled trades

Do you want to learn about the CAP program?
Conduit Apprenticeship Program (CAP)

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SUMMER PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES

Governor's School for the Arts (GSA)  
The three-week summer arts education program offers nine disciplines: Creative Writing, Dance, Design, Drama + Film, Photography, Instrumental Music, Musical Theatre, Visual Art, and Vocal Music.
Open to current sophomores and juniors. 
Application Deadline: January 14, 2024

Governor's School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) 
Three-week summer program where students learn about entrepreneurship, team building, and leadership.
Open to current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.
Application Deadline: January 22, 2024

Commonwealth Honors Academy  
Three-week academic enrichment experience offered during the summer where rising seniors earn college-level honors credits, participate in social and personal growth seminars, take field trips to enhance their classroom experience, and so much more.
Open to current juniors.
Application Deadline March 1, 2024

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FREE APPLICATION FEES - LIMITED TIME AT NKU and University of Louisville

SHDHS CHRISTMAS BAND CONCERT

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ADVANCED TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS

Seniors in Mrs. Duff's Advanced Topics in Mathematics class recently worked on a trigonometry unit, culminating in a hands-on surveying project. Students had to measure a plot of land in front of the cafeteria, create scale drawings, and find the area and perimeter of our piece of land. We also had a visit from surveyor Tim Ryan, who showed our students the technology surveyors use to do their jobs. It was a great way to see math in action! 

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CRUBOTICS IS GOING TO STATE!

St. Henry District High School's students from "Crubotics" VEX Robotics team 5631A secured a second-place finish at the VEX Robotics Competition that took place
in Lexington this past weekend.

Students competed with and against 38 teams from all over Kentucky. The action-packed day they required middle and high school students to execute the 2023-2024 VEX Robotics Competition game Over Under, presented by the Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation.

Crubotics has qualified for the Kentucky State Championship as a tournament finalist, extending their journey as they seek to qualify and compete in the VEX Robotics World Championship.

St. Henry District High School's VEX Robotics Competition team is comprised of Elizabeth Addington, Cameron Darnell, Spencer Gearding, Karissa Schmidt, and Colin Witkowski. To prepare for the tournament, the group worked together to design, build, and program a robot using VEX V5 that could quickly and efficiently solve specific challenges that come with playing the 2023-2024 VEX Robotics Competition game, Over Under. 

Each week, the students apply what they've learned about STEM in the classroom to build these semi-autonomous machines. An equally important set of skills is known through the competition -- communication, project management, time management, and teamwork.

Mr. Mark Von Bokern, the team's advisor, said, "It's remarkable how quickly these students pulled together to form a cohesive unit in August and have stayed with the program. Despite losing the first two qualification matches on Saturday, they persevered and came from behind to reach the final match. Special thanks to their parents and our technology consultant, Mr. Brian Smith."
 
St. Henry District High School VEX Robotics Competition team meets during the flex period once per week and after school two days per week. The students learn about electronics, programming, mechanical systems, animation, 3D CAD, web design, and materials fabrication.

St. Henry Crubotics will compete in the upcoming Loveland VRC Blended Event Qualifier VEX Robotics Competition on December 16, 2023, at Loveland Intermediate School in Loveland, Ohio. The event is open and free for media, families, and other community members to attend.

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ESPORTS SEASON RECAP

As we gear up for playoffs, it is time to look back upon how this season of Esports finished. This season, we had seven teams competing across three gaming titles. Three of those teams will be representing St. Henry in the playoffs.

Some of this season's best "clutch" moments came from the Super Smash Bros teams. The SS2 team had a particular penchant for impressive late wins, with Devon Holloway (Sophomore), Chris Diaz (Sophomore), Peter Holocher (Junior), and Kyle Warner (Junior) each having a moment in the spotlight. Most recently, senior Ray Neiheisel unexpectedly faced off against his Dupont Manual High School friend, eking out a narrow victory. His teammates Eli Abdrabbo (Senior) and Charlie Erwin (Sophomore) also fought in tough matchups, with Charlie coming up big to secure a win to close out the season.

Rocket League will be sending both of its squads to playoffs this season! The old guard of RL1, featuring Kyle Moellering (Senior), Matthew Hayden (Senior), and Gunnar Ditrick (Sophomore), will be joined in the playoffs by the young all-freshmen RL2 team composed of Ben Gulla, Mason Steinkoenig, and Sasha Dunn. Best of luck to both teams!

And finally, the Mario Kart Red Squad will also progress to playoffs. They boast an impressive ranking of 7th in the state, losing only two matches all year to the state's #1 and #4 teams. The Red Squad had not dropped a round outside those two matches. The White Squad also finished strong with a comprehensive win on the last day. They are unlucky because they are one of only four teams in the state not to qualify for playoffs despite a winning record. Better luck next season!

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CAN THE PANDA RESULTS

Thank you to all members of the Crusader Family who helped with our canned food drive, "Can the Pandas." With your help, we collected 7,300 items (roughly 17 items per student)! While this is a fantastic result, we were unable to beat NDA; they collected over 13,000 items (approximately 27 cans per student). The food pantries that both schools stocked have expressed their immense gratitude for helping the families they serve leading up to Thanksgiving. This project is an excellent opportunity for our students to help the wider community!

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