ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• soluble (adj.) able to dissolve 

• The plot of the spy film revolved around an untraceable and water-SOLUBLE poison.

• Need Service Hours? Stop by the Development Office! We are looking for students to help call alumni and friends who support St. Benedict’s Day each year. The calls will take place Wednesday - Friday after school, next week. Your calls help us reach our goal of $350,000, which helps offset the cost of tuition for every St. Bede student. Come be part of something that makes a real difference! Can you help?

• The spring musical “Into The Woods” will be performed this weekend.  Tickets are $10 at the door.  $5 K-8 grade. SBA students free.  The show begins at 7pm Friday & Saturday and 2pm on Sunday. 

• There has been a change in the lunch menu: Today will be Bruin Bowls and tomorrow will be Chicken Fajitas.

• Just a reminder that St. Benedict’s Day is March 20. The Development Team would like to thank all of the students who have already purchased a pair of Saint Bede socks to help us reach our fundraising goal. If you have yet to purchase a pair of SBA socks and would like to do so ahead of St. Benedict's Day, please stop by the Development Office today or tomorrow. 

• SBASG is excited to invite you to a schoolwide March Madness challenge. Please keep a close eye on your emails for the link to join! It’s free to participate, but for each bracket created, SBASG will donate $1 to charity! More entries = more money donated! We hope you’ll join us. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Gavin Gillan, Kerstin Williams & Mackenzie Stanbary see Ms. Bernabei now and bring your Chromebook.

• Caiden Kolodziej & Jonathan Ma see Ms. Bernabei.

• SBASG Executive Board Members- please meet in Mrs. Nambo’s room during homeroom today!

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• querulous (adj.) whiny, complaining 

• If deprived of his pacifier, young Connor becomes QUERULOUS.

• Tomorrow there will be an all-school assembly after period A, followed by Junior Day of Recollection. Attendance is mandatory, even for seniors with late arrival, so be here by 8:25 to check in. ACC students may arrive at their usual time. There will not be a homeroom, so announcements should be read during period C. Juniors will eat lunch between the two lunch periods.

• Save the Date: Juniors & Seniors interested in careers in agriculture. Plan to attend the Exploring Ag Opportunities event at IVCC on Friday, April 17th. Watch the announcements for sign up information the week after spring break.

• All seniors planning to attend IVCC after graduation needs to order a transcript and your SAT scores to be sent there asap using Parchment.  It must be received by IVCC BEFORE your Freshman Counseling Appointment. See Ms. Bernabei for help.

• Any student planning to attend summer school at IVCC this summer must send their transcript and SAT/PSAT scores and register for a Freshman Counseling appointment. See Ms. Bernabei for help.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Valeria Mendez & Olivia Hunter see Ms. Bernabei now

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, March 9, 2026

Monday, March 9, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• opulent (adj.) characterized by rich abundance, verging on tacky

• The OPULENT furnishings of the dictator’s private compound contrasted harshly with the meager accommodations of her subjects.

• Scholastic Bowl regionals today. Team will meet in Art Studio after school today.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None scheduled.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, March 5, 2026

Thursday, March 5, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None - worship schedule

• Any seniors planning to go to IVCC after graduation need to start the application and enrollment process NOW!  Appointments are filling up fast! See your email and follow the steps to do this.  See Ms. Bernabei asap if you need help!

• Any students planning to attend the IVBT Union Apprenticeship Expo on Tuesday need to turn in your permission form to Ms. Bernabei or the main office asap. Be sure to check with your teachers about any work you will miss.

• Turnabout 2026 is Saturday! Several of you were sent emails last night regarding status of payment or guest request forms. If this does not get worked out, you and/or your guest may not be unable to attend. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions! Check your email if you haven’t already done so!

• Students from each class were randomly polled in order to get feedback on how to improve future Turnabout dances. If you were sent this email last night, please respond to it during homeroom today.

• Mrs. Theisinger is out of the building from 8:00-1:00 today. Please report to the main office if you are in need of assistance during that time.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None - worship schedule

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

• All freshmen with 8th Grade Shadows, please report to the PSC now.

• SAT Word of the Day:

• mandate (n.) an authoritative command 

• In the Old Testament, God MANDATES that no one should steal.

• 1000 Recordings Club will meet tomorrow. New members can sign up outside Mr. Steben’s office today. Returning members can see Mr. Steben tomorrow morning for their lunch pass.

• One of the busiest times of the school year is here! Time will move fast, so plan ahead. Prom tickets will be on sale the week we come back from Spring Break. It is $70 PER TICKET and guest request forms must be turned in TO MRS. NAMBO prior to or at the time of purchase. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Nambo. Guest Request Forms will be available in Mrs. Nambo’s room (215) or the Main Office.

• Scholastic Bowl Practice Thursday in the art studio.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Ethan DePue please come to the main office now.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• lethargic (adj.) in a state of sluggishness or apathy 

• When Abby explained to his boss that he was LETHARGIC and didn’t feel like working that day, the boss fired him.

• Join us in celebrating National School Social Worker Week! We are so lucky to have Mrs. Theisinger at St. Bede. Whether she’s offering a listening ear, helping students navigate big decisions, or providing a calm space when things get tough, she truly is the heart of our school. Be sure to wish Mrs. Theisinger a fantastic School Social Worker Week!

• Today, after school, the art club is meeting in the art room to begin talking about decorations for Prom. Anyone can join us, even freshmen and sophomores, at 1:50 today!

• Ambassadors: if you haven’t already done so, please check your emails for Ambassador responsibilities for tomorrow’s Shadow Day. Please note the times and locations for each period.

• Freshmen: shadow info will be shared after lunch today. 

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Allen Duan and Erin Sartin, please see Ms. Bernabei.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, March 2, 2026

Monday, March 2, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• impute (v.) to ascribe, blame 

• The CEO IMPUTED the many typos in the letter to his secretary.

• Mrs. Manning’s D period class, please report to the fish bowl for study hall.

• Attention Musical Crew Members: Those planning to do Sound, Lights, Props, Costumes, Performance Stage Crew, or assist with Make-up should meet in Mrs. Smith’s classroom , 202, during homeroom on Tuesday. Mar. 2.

• Your Scholastic Bowl team finished in 3rd place at the Tri County tournament. Johnny Michael and Kyra Finley earned All-conference honors - congratulations!

• Juniors & Seniors: Are you interested in a Union Career after high school?   Sign up to attend the IV Union Apprenticeship Career Expo on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, 7:50 am - approx 12 pm.  See your school email for the link to sign up and the permission form or see Ms. Bernabei.

• Any students who have Pink Course Recommendation Request forms out need to get them completed and returned to Ms. Bernabei asap. If you changed your mind about requesting the course, return the form and let Ms. Bernabei know about this change.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Erin Sartin, Ryan Zusefin & Evan Bernabei see Ms. Bernabei now.

• Any student interested in IVCC summer classes who did not see Ms. Bernabei last Friday need to see her now.

• Geno Taylor, please see Mr. Steben in his office.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• fastidious (adj.) meticulous, demanding, having high and often unattainable standards

• While it was hard to meet the teacher’s FASTIDIOUS expectations, students who did would find college much easier than high school.

• For our Thursday Lenten Prayer Service, Peoria Bishop Louis Tylka will be joining us to pray the rosary, so bring a rosary for the service. Freshmen and Sophomores, look for your special St. Bede rosary and bring it to school Thursday. Some rosaries will also be available in the church. 

• Congratulations to seniors Emerald De La Torre and  Carson Riva for being selected as the January Teens of the Month by the Oglesby Elks Club! Students are selected for this honor on the basis of Character, Leadership, Service, Citizenship, Community Service, Scholarship and Best Multiple Achievements.

• The track and field teams are hosting a fish fry this Friday night at the Ladd Moose from 4:30-7:30 PM.  See any track athlete for tickets or more information.  

• There will be a Jeans Day this Friday.  The cost is $3.00 and will go toward the Clubs here at St. Bede.

• Teachers- there are several 504 and ISP meetings coming up! Please be on the lookout regarding emails and giving classroom updates. Thanks for your help!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• All freshmen told via email and/or in-person this morning to meet in homeroom, please report to the Refectory now.

• Scholastic Bowl team: meet in the Art Studio during homeroom today.

• The following students need to see Ms. Bernabei now:  Brennen Hirst, Sean Brayton, Lucy Maus, Ish Singh, Bryce Stuefert, Hope Antkowiak, Graham Ross, Jacob Inman, Quinn Entrican, Johnny Michael. Olivia Ross.

• There will be a Prom Committee meeting in Room 215 today during homeroom.

• Maliya Massamba, please see Fr. Dom by his office.

• SBASG- if you don’t have another meeting this morning, please meet in the fishbowl. If you are unable to attend, please be checking your email for updates- we have a lot to discuss.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Good luck to the Boys Basketball team as they take on Dwight in regional play!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, February 23, 2026

Monday, February 23, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• exalt (v.) to glorify, praise 

• Michael Jordan is the figure in basketball we EXALT the most.

• If you have found a metallic blue Pentel mechanical pencil, there is a $5.00 -no questions asked reward for its return. Bring it to the main office.

• There will be a Prom Committee meeting in Room 215 TOMORROW during homeroom.

• Congratulations to your Scholastic Bowl team winning 4th place in the 2A Masonic Tournament on Saturday.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Ambassadors: we will meet in the Loft now. 

• Brock Pikul: bring your book money to the business office NOW during homeroom.

• Maliya Massamba, please see Fr. Dom at his office.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Check the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, February 20, 2026

Friday, February 20, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• deferential (adj.) showing respect for another’s authority 

• Rather than lean on his opinions, Matthew took a DEFERENTIAL approach to his teacher’s grading policy.

• Scholastic Bowl: Saturday is the Masonic Tournament. Bus leaves at 7:20. Monday at Putnam Co - bus after school.

• Seniors attending IVCC after graduation – Sign up for your First Year Counseling & Registration appointment at this link ASAP.  (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/stbede2026) Today is the last day to do this! There are limited spots available. This will be an excused College Visit day and you will need to turn in a signed College Visit Request form. If you don’t sign up today, you may not get an appointment until summer. You must also apply to IVCC as a college student before your FCR meeting even if you have already taken classes as a dual credit student. Go to the IVCC website to apply today. See Ms. Bernabei ASAP if you have questions. 

• Attention Musical Cast or Crew members: Designs for T-shirts, posters, or program cover are due to Mrs. Smith on Tuesday, Feb. 24.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Jemma Finley and Bronko Withey, please see Mr. Steben in his office.

• All boys interested in playing tennis, please report to the PSC at this time.

• SBASG executive board- please meet in Mrs. Theisinger’s room during homeroom today!

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Congratulations to the Lady Bruins on a great basketball season and a huge shout out to our graduating seniors. Thanks for your contributions to the team and the school - GO BRUINS!

• Join the student section tonight for the Boys Basketball senior night against Henry-Senachwine! JV plays at 5:30, with Varsity to follow after.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, February 19, 2026

Thursday, February 19, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• callous (adj.) harsh, cold, unfeeling 

• The murderer’s CALLOUS lack of remorse shocked the jury.

• Congratulations to the following students for earning a place in the Top Ten at St. Bede Academy: Noah Buck (Co-Valedictorian), Ryan Soliman (Co-Valedictorian), Yannis Yong (Salutatorian), Lily Soliman, AJ Hermes, Jillian Pinter, Harrison Fess, Mae Hagenbuch, Viola Ren, and Yoyo Zhang. This recognition reflects your hard work, discipline, and commitment to academic excellence. We are proud of each of you and the example you set for the entire Bruin community.

• Seniors attending IVCC after graduation – Sign up for your First Year Counseling & Registration appointment at this link ASAP.  (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/stbede2026) You only have until Friday to do this! There are limited spots available. This will be an excused College Visit day and you will need to turn in a signed College Visit Request form. If you don’t sign up by Friday you may not get an appointment until summer. See Ms. Bernabei ASAP if you have questions. You must also apply to IVCC as a college student before your FCR meeting even if you have already taken classes as a dual credit student. Go to the IVCC website to apply today.

• Any boys interested in playing tennis this spring: Mr. Davy will be having a meeting in the Perino Science Center on Friday during homeroom.

• Scholastic Bowl this week: Thursday practice after school in the Art Studio, then head to Abbot Vincent Gymnasium to cheer on the Bruins to a Regional Championship. WHOOOO, go Bruins!!! Then Saturday is the Masonic Tournament in Princeton.

• If you are interested in being involved with Illinois Valley Youth Little League this summer as an umpire, scorekeeper, or concession stand worker, please see Mrs. Theisinger in Room 102. There are paid and volunteer opportunities available!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Members of the 1000 Recordings Club, please see Mr. Steben by his office.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Good luck to the Lady Bruins Basketball team tonight against Alleman! The girls play tonight at 6:30 right here at St. Bede. Student section theme is “white lies”. Show up and be loud for your Lady Bruins

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• bias (n.) a tendency, inclination, or prejudice 

• The judge’s hidden BIAS against smokers led him to make an unfair decision.

• Join the Heritage Club today during homeroom to make perfume sachets. They can make your locker or closet smell amazing at the start of this Lunar New Year. All materials provided for you!

• 1000 Recordings Club meets this Thursday. New members can sign up outside Mr. Steben’s office. Returning members can get their lunch pass from Mr. Steben on Thursday during homeroom.

• Gus Burr, Chipper Rossi, Yesenia Avila, CeCe Giacalone, Ranbir Saini, and Alaina Schulz, please check your email for the Google Form sent from Mr. Steben and complete now. 

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Stop by the Loft to help celebrate the Lunar New Year! Crafts and supplies are waiting for you!

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Good luck to the Lady Bruins Basketball team tonight against Princeton! The girls play tonight at 7:30 right here at St. Bede.

• Congrats to the Lady Bruins Bowlers on their performance in Loves Park this past weekend. Maddy Fabish, Chipper Rossi, and Lily Soliman - congratulations on a great season!

• Congrats to Max Moreno on his competition in wrestling this weekend in sectionals. Way to go, Bruin Wrestling!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, February 12, 2026

Thursday, February 12, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• acerbic (adj.) biting, bitter in tone or taste 

• Jill suddenly became ACERBIC and began to cruelly make fun of all her friends.

• The St. Bede Boys and Girls Track Teams are hosting a Fish Fry on Friday, February 27th at the Ladd Moose.  Please see a track athlete for more information and tickets. 

• Golf room will be closed today and reopen again on Tuesday.

• Attention freshmen: all those interested in hosting an 8th grade shadow, please turn your request sheets in to Mr. Steben by the end of the day TODAY. If you do not turn in a sheet, you will not be considered to lead a student!

• Ambassadors: please check your email and fill out the Google form sent to you by Mr. Steben ASAP.

• The following students need to see Ms. Bernabei today during their study hall to choose their classes for next year.

• C period – Sunshine Camacho

• E1 period- Landon Marquez, Chase Riva, Alaina Schulz, Judith Torres, Kerstin Williams, Pristeen Baker

• F period – Gaby Martinez, Erin Sartin

• G period – Judith Torres, Kerstin Williams, Jamon Guo

• The Saint Bede softball team will be hosting the first fish fry of the season on Friday Feb. 20 from 4-9 pm at the Ladd Moose Club.  Come and support the team before heading to senior night and the last home varsity basketball game.  Tickets can be purchased from a softball player or at the door for $15.

• All softball players please meet Mrs. Griggs after school Friday at 11:20 in her classroom for a quick meeting.

• Noah Buck, Yannis Yong, and Ryan Soliman - please see Dr. Lawrence sometime today outside of homeroom.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Lily Bosnich, Erin Sartin, Gino Ferrari, and Jose De La Torre, please see Mr. Steben by his office.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• See the rolling schedule for upcoming competitions!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• zenith (n.) the highest point, culminating point 

• I was too nice to tell my friend that she had reached the absolute ZENITH of her career.

• Congratulations to our eSports Valorant team  – last night they won against Naperville Central High School! Check google classroom code for more details about eSports at St. Bede!

• Scholastic Bowl Thursday at Washburn varsity only. All others: practice in the art studio.

• Golf room will be closed this Thursday and reopen again on Tuesday.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Ambassadors please meet in the Loft now. Bring your planners!

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• See the rolling schedule for upcoming competitions!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, February 9, 2026

Monday, February 9, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None - assembly schedule 

• Fr. Dominic needs some help thrift shopping for kids' clothes for a needy family. If you have a vehicle and some time after school, please see Fr. Dom in his office during homeroom.

• The Heritage Club invites you to join Lunar New Year preparation activities in the Loft on Tuesday, Feb. 10 during homeroom. We will make paper crafts ahead of the celebration on Feb. 17. See Viola Ren and Lisa Huang for details!

• Freshmen: if you are interested in hosting an 8th grader during the upcoming Shadow Days, there will be a meeting tomorrow during homeroom in the Refectory. 

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None scheduled.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Please refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, February 6, 2026

Friday, February 6, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• viscous (adj.) not free flowing, syrupy 

• The VISCOUS syrup took three minutes to pour out of the bottle.

• Our Bible Study group Sacro Speco meets today after school in the abbey church. New members are always welcome. Start the weekend with the word of God! 

• The Heritage Club invites you to join Lunar New Year preparation activities in the Loft on Tuesday, Feb. 10 during homeroom. We will make floral sachets and paper crafts ahead of the celebration on Feb. 17. See Viola Ren and Lisa Huang for details!

• The St. Bede Esports Valorant team won last night against Roxana High School! If you are interested in learning more about eSports, please contact Mr. Fess! Go Bruins!

• Freshmen: if you are interested in hosting an 8th grader during the upcoming Shadow Days, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 10 during homeroom in the Refectory. 

• Any seniors planning to major in Agriculture or an AG related field see Ms. Bernabei for scholarship information. 

• Thank you to all who participated in our SOUPer Bowl Sunday Jeans Day! Freshmen collected 34 cans and $78.00. Sophomores collected 30 cans and $65.00. Juniors collected 19 cans and $69.00 dollars. Seniors collected 24 cans and $43. Faculty and staff collected 9 cans and $20.00. Our grand total raised for the food pantry is 116 cans of soup and $275! Well done Bruins! Congratulations to our freshmen class for the most cans collected AND the most money! Stay tuned for details regarding your class prize.

• A special shout to out to Ms. Bernabei  during National School Counseling Week! Thank you for all you do for the students of St. Bede!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None scheduled.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Please refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, February 5, 2026

Thursday, February 5, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• upbraid (v.) to criticize or scold severely 

• The last thing Lindsay wanted was for Lisa to UPBRAID her again about missing the rent payment.

• WYSE (Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering) and the IVCC Edible Car Competitions are this month. Registration is on science club classroom. Use the class code in announcements to sign up: Deadline is Wednesday, Feb 11th!

• ilt5dsmk 

• https://classroom.google.com/c/ODM3OTI3OTkyODYy?cjc=ilt5dsmk 

• ALL Juniors will take the SAT on Tuesday, March 24th. See your email for test prep opportunities.

• IVCC will host an in-person SAT prep class. Registration deadline is Feb 27th or until seats are full.  Sign up early!  This class will be cancelled if enough students don’t sign up. See the SAT email sent yesterday for the link.

• The Heritage Club invites you to join Lunar New Year preparation activities in the Loft on Tuesday, Feb. 10 during homeroom. We will make floral sachets and paper crafts ahead of the celebration on Feb. 17. See Viola Ren and Lisa Huang for details!

• Freshmen: if you are interested in hosting an 8th grader during the upcoming Shadow Days, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 10 during homeroom in the Refectory. 

• Tomorrow, SBASG is excited to be sponsoring a SOUPer bowl Sunday Jeans Day for the Food Pantry! Students may bring in 2 cans of soup OR pay $3. Students can wear jeans in good condition and a football jersey, football top, or a St. Bede top!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Will the following students please see Mr. Steben outside his office: Anna Cyrocki, Harrison Fess, Jaylynne Finley, Jemma Finley, Caleb Heersink, Johnny Michael, Cate Moench, Kamila Ortiz, Jyllian Pozzi, Fiona Robinson, Chipper Rossi, Ryan Soliman, Isabella Van Den Berg, and Yaneli Walker.

• The following students need to see Ms. Bernabei now to pick up their course selection and teacher recommendation information: Ryan Zusefin, Nick Del Pilar, Hanna Waszkowiak, Matilda Mitchell, Chloe Brandt, Kerstin Williams, Aliyanna Arteaga, Caden Kolodziej, and Cate Moench.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• taciturn (adj.) not inclined to talk 

• Though Jane never seems to stop talking, her brother is quite TACITURN.

• The Saint Bede Blood Drive is on Tuesday February 10th in the Perino Science Center. Pre-Registration will be taking place at the table in the Refectory today, tomorrow, and Friday.  Stop by and see Mr. Davy to pre-register or pick up a permission slip to give blood and pre-register tomorrow. There will be sign-ups for other various service opportunities at the table as well - DON'T WAIT!! Get your hours while making a difference in the community!

• 1000 Recordings Club meets tomorrow during both lunches. Sign up outside Mr. Steben’s office by the end of the day if you want to listen to some great music over lunch!

• Freshmen: if you are interested in hosting an 8th grader during the upcoming Shadow Days, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, February 10 during homeroom in the Refectory. 

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None scheduled.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Please refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, February 2, 2026

• SAT Word of the Day:

• raze (v.) to demolish, level 

• The old apartment complex was RAZED to make room for the large chain store.

• At tonight's game against Bureau Valley, we'll be collecting donations for the local food pantries in preparation for our Lenten food drive. Help us "Pack the Truck" by bringing in canned goods and other non-perishable foods to the gym--monetary donations also welcome.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Will Lili McClain, Parker McClain and Macy Strauch see Mrs. Prokup in the Development Office?

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Please refer to the rolling schedule for updates!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, January 30, 2026

SAT Word of the Day:

• paragon (n.) a model of excellence or perfection 

• The mythical Helen of Troy was considered a PARAGON of female beauty.

• Sacro Speco, our Bible Study group meets today after school in the abbey church. Join us as we dive into Paul's letter to the Corinthians and the Beatitudes. New members always welcome! 

• At Monday's game against Bureau Valley, we'll be collecting donations for the local food pantries in preparation for our Lenten food drive. Help us "Pack the Truck" by bringing in canned goods and other non-perishable foods to the gym--monetary donations also welcome.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Gretchen Carden to the main office please.

BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Please refer to the rolling schedule for updates!