MARCH 5, 2021 WEEK OF MARCH 8: Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School
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MARCH 5, 2021 ____________________________________________________________________________ WEEK OF MARCH 8: ● Friday, March 5: NO SCHOOL (Students & Faculty) ● Monday, March 8: NO SCHOOL (Students & Faculty) ● Tuesday, March 9: Forever Faith and Family, An Alumni Prayer Service, 11 a.m. ● Wednesday, March 10: VASJ Freshman Registration, 3-7 p.m., Gym ● Thursday, March 11: NO SCHOOL (Students & Faculty) ● Friday, March 12: End of 3rd Quarter, NO SCHOOL (Students & Faculty) **Tuesday, March 16: VASJ Freshman Registration, 3-7 p.m., Gym **Thursday, March 18: VASJ Open House, 6-8 p.m. **Tuesday, March 23: Sophomore IOWA Testing, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., (asynchronous day for grades 9, 11 and 12 - ALL SOPHOMORES ARE REQUIRED TO BE ON CAMPUS FOR TESTING) *Check the VASJ website for up-to-date athletic events. ____________________________________________________________________________ FINAL FORMS Please make sure to update Final Forms whenever you have any change of address, phone number, email address, etc. It is very important that Final Forms is kept up to date.
A MESSAGE FROM THE INTERIM ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Rytas Petraitis: Hello Viking Village, My name is Rytas Petraitis '10, and I am the new interim Athletic Director at Villa Angela-Saint Joseph High School. As an alumnus, I am extremely excited to be here to continue the improvements and changes of VASJ. We must hold VASJ's values close to our hearts while striving for excellence, upholding traditions and implementing innovations. I am eager to work directly with all the coaches, parents and students to create wonderful experiences and programs that will benefit all. I'd like to share some details about my own professional experience. Prior to accepting this position, I had the opportunity to work with two Fortune 500 companies. My focus was on financials and process optimization. I cannot wait to use my skills to better this school and athletic programs, but I’m mostly looking forward to a more family-oriented work environment. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me directly. I look forward to getting to know all of you! Go Vikings! ____________________________________________________________________________
EDCHOICE & CLEVELAND SCHOLARSHIPS
Signing of checks or dropping off of renewal paperwork is available Saturday, March 6 from 9
-11 a.m. in the VASJ Gym with Mrs. Scheider. Enter the canopy gym doors.
Cleveland Scholarship renewals are happening now. Click here for renewal application and
return WITH UTILITY BILL to m
scheider@vasj.com or drop off in the main office.
EdChoice renewals are happening now. Click here for renewal application and return WITH
UTILITY BILL to mscheider@vasj.com or drop off in the main office.
EdChoice Income Verification form is available here. New this year: The Income Verification
portion can be completed online! The new process will allow parents to complete a paperless
income process by completing online forms and submitting electronic documentation. The new
secure income verification application will allow parents unlimited access to follow their income
application status to completion. The system will also update parents via email when the income
application review is complete or if a correction is needed. Parents will need to create an OH|ID
account (click here), then submit info to the income verification system (open in early March).
CAFETERIA MENU
Menu for week of 3/8/21: Click here.
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CAMPUS MINISTRY
LENT IS MORE!
Our theme for Lent this year is Lent is More. It is a play on the phrase "Less is more,” which is a
reminder that there is a gift in our sacrifices throughout Lent. It is in giving that we receive. It is in giving
that we are able to contribute to the greater good. Although it may seem like we have to survive on
less, we will ultimately have more — more personal peace of mind, more time for prayer, more hope,
faith, love, etc. ... and, in turn, it is likely that others will have the same. AND it also keeps us mindful
that there is more to Lent than what we may initially think! We will embrace this theme throughout the
entirety of Lent.
Lenten Mission Collection (LMC)
We are off to a great start! This was the last week for
SOUP CAN collections for the Euclid Hunger Center.
Next week we will continue with CHILDRENS’ BOOKS
collections, either new or gently used, to give to local
children in need to support childhood literacy.
If students are making a donation as part of their service
requirements (juniors and seniors), they should bring
their donation in a clearly labeled bag with their name
and 5-10 items per bag for that collection. IN PERSON
students, bring donations to the LOFT. VIRTUAL
students, bring donations to the MAIN OFFICE.
PENNIES FOR PATIENTS LMC COLLECTION
Throughout all of Lent, from February 17-March 31, students are
invited to donate to their “Class” page to raise money for the
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society while competing against the
other grade levels to see which graduating class can raise the most
money! For every $10 students raise/donate for the Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society, they earn 1 hour of service! (Donate $20, earn
2 hours… Donate $50, earn 5 hours!) If students ask friends or
family to donate on their behalf, be sure that the student’s name is
connected with the donation in some way or email
bwilson@vasj.com to confirm that a specific donation has been made from a friend/family member so
that they can get service credit.
Here are the CLASS PAGES to donate. On that class page, click on the “Join Your Classroom” red button on the right side and follow the instructions from there. Freshman Class: https://events.lls.org/pages/noh/Villa-Angela-St-Joseph-High-School-2021/freshmanclass Sophomore Class: https://events.lls.org/pages/noh/Villa-Angela-St-Joseph-High-School-2021/sophomoreclass Junior Class: https://events.lls.org/pages/noh/Villa-Angela-St-Joseph-High-School-2021/juniorclass Senior Class: https://events.lls.org/pages/noh/Villa-Angela-St-Joseph-High-School-2021/seniorclass Faculty and Staff Fundraising: https://events.lls.org/pages/noh/Villa-Angela-St-Joseph-High-School-2021/facultyandstafffundraising Alumni Fundraising: https://events.lls.org/pages/noh/Villa-Angela-St-Joseph-High-School-2021/alumnifundraising Service Thursdays This is a weekly service offering throughout all of Lent. Each week we will feature a different service opportunity in the LOFT that addresses a different issue of injustice in our local community. There are only 25 spots for each event. It is first come, first served through Eventbrite RSVP. Masks are required. Students can RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/service-thursday-tickets-142157507933
Lenten Prayer Opportunities for Students Students are invited to join in prayer this Lent in ways the may or may not have experienced in the past. No RSVPs are necessary for these events. Stations of the Cross takes place every Monday from 3:15-3:30 p.m. in the Founders Chapel. “Lunch and Learn a Prayer” takes place every Tuesday during lunch in the LOFT. Reconciliation will also be offered during Lent. Prayer Intentions Is there someone or something in your life that is in need of prayer? Do you know a member of our community who needs prayer? Are there circumstances that are seemingly out of your control that you need to offer up to God's care? We, as a VASJ family, want to pray with you for your intention. To share your request for prayer with our Campus Ministry Department, click here. ____________________________________________________________________________ FROM THE BUSINESS OFFICE Appointments are required if you need to come in to discuss your student's account. You should be making your monthly tuition payments through FACTS.. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Katie Oriani in the Business Office at 216-481-8414 ext. 240 or koriani@vasj.com. Katie will try to return calls within 48 business hours; however, it may be a little longer around statement mailing dates and exclusion times.
FROM THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Youth Opportunities Unlimited. Summer Jobs Program for Cuyahoga County. The online
application opened Feb. 1, 2021, and will close at 5 p.m. on May 1, 2021.
If you have questions, please contact the Call Center at 216-776-3900 Monday through
Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Please feel free to visit the website:
www.youthopportunities.org. Click here for adult supports. C
lick here for student announcement.
Atlas Cinemas in Euclid is now accepting applications for immediate hire at the theater. Please
visit them at www.atlascinemas.net or stop in for an application and interview.
WORK PERMITS: Email jschubert@vasj.com
POWERSCHOOL ISSUES: Email powerschool@vasj.com
GUIDANCE COUNSELORS:
Ms. Jones ~ cjones@vasj.com (ext. 204) - Student last name A-M.
Ms. Marx ~ mmarx@vasj.com (ext. 231) - Student last name N-Z.
***Ms. Marx and Ms. Jones are available for students in-person and virtually! We are always
available via email! Appointments are suggested but student walk-ins are still permitted.
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FROM THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
WW.VASJVIKINGS.COM for the most up to date schedules of athletic
*Please check W
teams.
Pertaining to COVID-19 policy and procedure, we continue to follow the guidelines and
recommendations set forth by the CDC, ODH, governor's office and OHSAA. The physical and
mental safety of our student-athletes is the priority.
Cuyahoga County - PURPLE NOTICE: If Cuyahoga County's COVID-19 status moves to "purple," all competitions will be suspended. Practices may still take place; however, any and all traveling/competing will be halted for the foreseeable future. GAME DAY INFORMATION: Please review the VASJ Athletic Department’s WINTER Visitor guide. Click here! ____________________________________________________________________________
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VIKING NEWS
Help the VASJ Dance Team Take the Stage at Nationals!
The VASJ Dance Team has been
competing in State-level competitions
for the last five years, consistently
placing higher and higher every year.
This year, they have qualified for
NDA Nationals in Orlando taking
place April 17-18! For the first time
ever, the VASJ Dance Team will
compete at a NATIONAL LEVEL!
To learn how you can support the
VASJ Dance Team, please visit their fundraising page at vasjdance.givesmart.com or text
vasjdance to 76278.
Oarsmen Announce 2021 NCAA March Madness Pool
Are you ready for March Madness and a chance to win some cash? The Oarsmen are now
selling March Madness squares! Don't miss out — only 100 squares are available until March
18 (unless sold out). To learn more, visit vasj.com/oarsmen or click here for flyer.
VASJ SENIORS PLAN BLACK HISTORY MONTH
CELEBRATION:
Walking through the halls of VASJ during the month of
February, you would’ve spotted buttons pinned to
students’ shirts and posters on the walls that paid
tribute to Black History Month. These small tokens
were created by seniors Aneea Holman and Clarke
Moore, who wanted to celebrate Black History Month
within the school. Click here for the full story.
VIKING REFLECTIONS: Ohio National Guard member John Henry Posey ’16
It has always amazed me how we, as human
beings, often seek to make our lives easier
while at the same time enabling ourselves to
do the work of God. I have come to realize that
we live in a world where our cell phones are
engineered to be smarter than the people that
use them, and our political leaders have
abandoned their duties to the people and cast
aspersions on one another. When I saw angry
mobs storming into our halls of policy and
democracy, I felt that we were living in fear of
those who share different political opinions
and become unable to discern between radicals and docile followers. Times of divisiveness
plague our society, and the feeling of animosity toward our fellow humans seems to be
perpetuated by the very news outlets that are supposed to give us proper information about our
world.
Click here for the full story.
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COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS UPDATE
Families that attended the CCP Information meeting and/or those who are considering taking a
CCP course this summer or upcoming year (either at VASJ or on your own) are encouraged to
create an OH|ID account. Creating this account is the first step to receive funding for CCP
courses.
Creating a OH|ID account:
PDF-
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NL4EYygJHbh-jcHXwdR-YaT1VxkE3upb/view?usp=sharing
Presentation-
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I7QPPj7KpEKax1jXZ1nB_yYJkhmmvke_/view?usp=sharingThe College Credit Plus state advisory committee met this week and more guidance is expected to be released for the 2021-22 school year. For the latest CCP info, please check the official site: https://www.ohiohighered.org/ccp/students-families. A reminder that CCP is a parent-driven program through the State of Ohio. VASJ can offer assistance but does not operate or have control over the program. For the latest CCP offerings and guidance form VASJ, please visit: https://vasj.com/collegecreditplus. ____________________________________________________________________________ ATTENTION SENIORS: ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK RECOGNITION AD Yearbook recognition ads are a great way for parents, families and friends to commemorate student achievements and important milestones. In addition, revenue from recognition ads helps our school to create a better yearbook. To purchase your ad online, follow the instructions on the form below. Jostens is managing our school's yearbook ad sales, so please do not contact or send materials to the school. Please take into account our school's ad content guidelines on the bottom of this form during the creation of your ad online. All ad orders must be placed online by May 1, 2021. Click here for more information. ____________________________________________________________________________ COLLEGE COUNSELING SENIOR PARENTS: Please make sure your student checks the College and Scholarship Google Classroom. This is where any scholarship opportunities are posted. If you would like to be added to it as well, please email me at kvduhigg@vasj.com with the email you would like added. I am also happy to meet with you via Zoom or talk on the phone if you have any questions/concerns. COLLEGE NOW APPOINTMENTS FOR FAFSA AND SCHOLARSHIPS: Meet with College Now adviser Sienna Zeilinger about the college process (particularly financial aid). We will go over the process and/or answer any specific questions you have about FAFSA,
testing, scholarships, etc. She has appointments available March 12, 19 and 23. Please see the link below to schedule a meeting. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca8a822a7fa7-vasj1 SCHOLARSHIPS: fastweb.com and scholarsapp.com Create an account on Fastweb and/or Scholars App to open the door for various scholarship opportunities for college. CLEVELAND NATIONAL CAREER FAIR: Although the Cleveland College Fair was canclled, Ohio students can still connect with colleges. See below for a list of Virtual College Fairs. Students and parents will find important information to help in the college search process. https://www.collegefairguide.com/cleveland-national-college-fair OHIO ACAC VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIRS: Students: Register for Free https://oacac.org/student-registration/ ◼ Monday, March 8: 4–7:45 p.m. ET (Information Panel) ◼ Wednesday & Thursday, March 24 & 25: 5–7:45 p.m. ET NACAC VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIRS: Students: Register for Free www.virtualcollegefairs.org ◼ Sunday, March 7: 1–5 p.m. ET (STEM) ◼ Tuesday, March 16: 4–8 p.m. ET (Performing & Visual Arts) ◼ Sunday, March 21: 1–7 p.m. ET ◼ Sunday, May 2: 1–7 p.m. ET QUESTBRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARS PROGRAM: QuestBridge is a national nonprofit based in Palo Alto, California, that connects the nation’s most exceptional, low-income youth with leading colleges and opportunities. By working with
these students — beginning in high school through college to their first job — QuestBridge aims to increase the percentage of talented low-income students attending the nation’s best colleges and to support them to achieve success in their careers and communities. Deadline to apply to the program is March 24, 2021. Please visit their site for more information: www.questbridge.org. OHIO UNIVERSITY MUSIC INDUSTRY SUMMIT: The third annual Ohio University Music Industry Summit will take place on Thursday, March 25, 2021, as an interactive virtual event. The summit features an exclusive gathering of national and regional music industry leaders and artists for a day of informative panels and compelling interviews as well as networking and learning opportunities for registrants. Event Schedule: https://www.ohio.edu/music-industry-summit/schedule To Register: https://redstory.brand.live/c/ohio-university-music-industry-summit-2021
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