ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, October 9, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• solicitous – adj. characterized by or showing interest or concern.

• A good coach is SOLICITOUS to the strengths and weaknesses of their players.

• Please excuse Tyler Walsh and Grace Millington from 11:30 – approx. 1:15 for Rotary today.

• Attention all students: Thursday is a regular uniform day.  There will not be a dress up day for mass.

• Ambassadors: check your emails for a followup message from yesterday’s meeting.

• IVCC will host an Agriculture Open House on Friday, November 1st and an Agricultural Job Fair on Thursday, November 7th.  For more information, please see Ms. Bernabei.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Jordan Coventry, Mark Rudenko, Aeri Kim, Otis Ao, Nhi  Ton, Larissa Zhang, Irene Wu, Brax Kim, Lin Le, and Beatriz Vasquez, please come to the main office now.

BRUIN SPORTS CENTER

• Congrats to the boys and girls CC teams yesterday for their overall running and team performances. For the lady Bruins, Lin Lin was 21st in a personal best time. For the guys they were led by Kaden Nauman's 10th place finish. Also, RJ Hermosillo, Greyson Marincic, Eric Du, Tyler Walsh, Chris Gedraitis, Mason Ross, and Graham Ross all had personal best times to help the Bruins to a 3rd place team finish.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, October 8, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• plethora – n. an abundance of

• She had a PLETHORA of choices for lunch.

• Seniors, remember to send your Prom theme ideas to Mrs. Nambo ASAP.

• The first Girls basketball open gym for ALL LEVELS is tomorrow October 9th, from 7-8:30pm.  If you are not in the group on band, please see Ms. Marx in Room 31. Bring your Chromebook. The Open Gym schedule has been posted in band and you need to mark your attendance. 

• Andrea Brander, Brody Burris, Chase Riva, Chipper Rossi, Emerald De la Torre, Jose De la Torre, Ryan Soliman, Jackson Bogatitus, and Mary Simonetta- please respond to yesterday’s email from Mrs. Theisinger. Thank you!

• Attention all students: Thursday is a regular uniform day.  There will not be dress up day for mass.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Ambassadors: we will meet in the PSC now.

• Junior and Senior boarding students please meet with Mrs. Nambo in the refectory about AP testing today.

BRUIN SPORTS CENTER

• Congratulations to Zach Husser and Anna Cyrocki on their great golf seasons, wrapping last night at sectionals. Way to go, Bruins!

• Congrats to the girls volleyball team, beating Parkview Christian 2-0. Hum Bruins!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, October 7, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• injunction – n. an authoritative order

• The INJUNCTION from the mayor instituted a strict curfew.

• Ambassadors will meet tomorrow during homeroom.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Phillip Gray and Quinn McClain please see Mrs. Theisinger during homeroom today? Thank you!

BRUIN SPORTS CENTER

• Pack the gym tonight - it’s PINK OUT NIGHT for the Lady Bruins volleyball team! Come see St. Bede take on Erie-Prophetstown starting at 4:30 and Parkview Christian starting at 6:00.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, October 3, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• duplicity – n. Deceitfulness

• When she learned about her old friends’ DUPLICITY, she decided to hang out with a new friend group.

• There will be a Service Academy Day held on Wednesday, October 16th in Peoria.  If you are interested in applying to any of the US Service Academies, please see Ms. Bernabei for more details about the event. 

• Congratulations to Zach Husser advancing on to Sectionals in Rockford on Monday. Good luck, Zach!

• Are you registered to vote in this year’s election? Online voter registration will be outside the Loft today and Friday. You will need your driver's license/state ID and the last four digits of your social security number. Voters must be US citizens and be 18 years of age by November 5th, 2024. Make your voice heard and exercise your American right to vote!

• Tea Club today after school for 60 minutes in the PSC.

• Ambassadors, sign up for your preferences for 8th grade visits by tomorrow! The link can be found in your email, Google Classroom, and the Band app.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Beatriz Vasquez, Tyler Jordan, Yuno Kawai, Maci Kelly, Helen Mao,  please see Ms. Bernabei now or during your study hall. Bring your Chromebook.

• RJ Hermosillo, please see Mr. Steben in his office after announcements.

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• Tennis meet today at the Washington Park Tennis Courts - watch as the Lady Bruins take on Peoria Christian. Let’s go Bruins!!!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, October 2, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• cajole – v. persuade someone via flattery

• She tried to CAJOLE her mom with compliments to get her curfew extended.

• Congratulations to the Elks Teen of the Month September Female nominee:  Quinn McClain and the October Female nominee: Andrea Brandner!  Their applications have been submitted to the Oglesby Elks Club to compete with nominees from other area high schools. Congratulations and good luck! Ms. Bernabei does not have any applications from junior and senior boys!  Boys get me your application by Friday this week or we will have no boy nominees.

• A great job and congratulations to Anna Cyrocki for advancing to the golf sectionals. Anna moved on after a one hole sudden death playoff.

• Tea Club Thursday after school in the PSC.  We’ll have tea, talk about tea-shirt designs, and elect executive officers.

• Today afterschool, in the computer lab, Mr. Fess will have a Python study session for 30-40 minutes. 

• Teachers: please excuse the seniors who are attending the Rotary Luncheon from class at 11:30. See your email for the list.

• Are you registered to vote in this year’s election? Online voter registration will be outside the Loft tomorrow and Friday. You will need your driver's license/state ID and the last four digits of your social security number. Voters must be US citizens and be 18 years of age by November 5th, 2024. Make your voice heard and exercise your American right to vote!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• If you are an Ambassador with a study hall during E1 today, please see Mr. Steben by his office.

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• The boys cross country team had two top-10 finishers in the TCC Conference Meet. Kaden Nauman finished 7th at 19:42.57 and RJ Hermosillo finished 10th at 19:46.78. Way to go Bruins!

• Congratulations to the girls volleyball team on their win over Yorkville Christian yesterday. Hum Bruins!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, September 30, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None - late start

• Ambassadors: we will meet in the PSC fishbowl during homeroom TOMORROW, Tuesday 10/1.

• There will be Fall Theatre rehearsal today at 4:30 pm in the Little Theatre.

• Anyone interested in wrestling this season, please meet Coach Allen in the basement weight room during homeroom tomorrow for official signups and information on the upcoming season. Wrestling managers and stat keepers will have a separate meeting next week!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS
No homeroom - late start

• Nona Delao, Sadie Koehler, Jaxon Kozak, Lin Li, Victoria Mendez, Grace Millington, Addie Mitchell, Tyler Walsh see Ms. Bernabei now.

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• Head to Washington Park tonight to check out girls tennis as they take on Coal City. Be loud, be proud, be Bruin!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, September 26, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None today - mass

• Students don’t forget our all-school cookout will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the shelter following the parade. We hope to see you there!

• Ambassadors, we will meet in the PSC IMMEDIATELY after school. 

• Looking for service hours this weekend? Please see the Development Department. We have slots to fill from 9 am to 9 pm.

• Seniors: the Common App requires a letter of recommendation from your School Counselor in addition to teacher recommendations. Complete the Academic Resume and submit it to Ms. Bernabei and your teachers asap if you want a thorough letter! See your email in Teacher Ease for the link and list of things that must be done asap.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Please see Ms. Bernabei now Alondra Delao, Bailey Engels, Tyler Jordan, Yuno Kawai, Mina Trandinh.

• Lorelei Denny, please see Mr. Steben after lunch today.

BRUIN SPORTS CENTER

• Congratulations to Abraham Wiesbrock with a second place in the Tri-County Conference tournament yesterday. He capped off a great regular season as the second highest points earner to make the all-conference first team.

• A special congratulations to Tyler Walsh and Graham Ross for helping the Bruins Cross Country team to a fourth-place finish yesterday in a multiple-team race at Oregon, all in their first race!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, September 24, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None today - pep rally schedule.

• Attention former Stage Rats and anyone else interested in being a member of Stage Crew for the Fall Play: There will be a Fall Play Crew meeting on WEDNESDAY, Sept. 25 in Room 202 during homeroom.  Anyone with an interest in helping with Costumes, Stage Crew, Props, Lights, or Sound should plan to attend. If you are interested but can’t attend the meeting, please contact Mrs. Smith.

• Heritage Club members who would like to ride in the homecoming parade MUST sign up with Mrs. Rynkewicz by Wednesday, Sept. 25.

• eSports season is starting this week.  Tuesday: Mario Kart, Captain Noah Buck, Wednesday: Valorant, Captain Yannis Yong, and Thursday: Rocket League, Captain Haiden Ator. Check in on League OS.  Check with your captains.  See Mr. Fess if you have questions.

• Wednesday after school will be first science club meeting.  If you would like to participate and be informed of science club meetings join the classroom with the info in the Announcement doc. https://classroom.google.com/c/NzA2Mzk3MTAxNjU4?cjc=5nrkion or this code 5nrkion

• There will be no boys basketball open gyms. Enjoy homecoming week!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• No homeroom - pep rally schedule.

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• Congrats to the volleyball team on their big win over Streator last night. Way to go, Bruins!

• Congrats to JV football on their win over Seneca last night. HUM BRUINS!

• Congratulations to Sean Brayton on his 5th place finish at the Bureau Valley JV Golf Invitational on Monday. Way to go, Sean!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, September 23, 2024

❖     SAT Word of the Day:

➢     inexorable – adj. impossible to prevent

■       The INEXORABLE changing of seasons happened quickly.

❖     Attention former Stage Rats and anyone else interested in being a member of Stage Crew for the Fall Play: There will be a Fall Play Crew meeting on THURSDAY, Sept. 26 in Room 202 during homeroom.  Anyone with an interest in helping with Costumes, Stage Crew, Props, Lights, or Sound should plan to attend. If you are interested but can’t attend the meeting, please contact Mrs. Smith.

❖     Heritage Club members who would like to ride in the homecoming parade MUST sign up with Mrs. Rynkewicz by Wednesday, Sept. 25.

❖     If you haven’t purchased a homecoming ticket yet and still need to, please see Mrs. Theisinger in Room 102!

❖     If you are 1 of the 11 girls who has not paid for your powderpuff shirt, please see Mrs. Theisinger to do that soon!

❖     Please be sure to respect all of the hard work that SBASG to make the school look great (especially the 2nd floor) by not tearing down decorations. Thanks for leaving them up for all to enjoy this week.

❖     SBASG members- be on the lookout for an email today regarding a meeting time this week. Thank you!

❖     The Army National Guard recruiter will be in the PSC tomorrow after school until 2:15.  Be sure to stop and say Hi and learn about the opportunities and benefits they can offer.

❖     Sophomore, Juniors & Seniors, Are you interested in a career in Manufacturing? Attend The Discover Manufacturing Career Expo. Sign up with Ms. Bernabei asap!  Late registration may not be possible. Sign up TODAY!!!

❖     Seniors: The first deadline for the Elks Teen of the Month is next Monday.  Check your email for the application.

All junior & senior boarding students need to meet with Ms. Bernabei in the Loft after school today.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

❖    v  Noah Buck please see Abbot Michael near the Loft this morning during homeroom.

v  Can the following students please see Mrs. Prokup in the Development Office: Jazmin Barreras-Vazquez, Adriana Buchanan, Isabella Camacho, Kaden Chalus, Aisha Yoltzin Morales, Ella Mudge, Allyn Phillips, Trajan Raffety, Marco Rizzi, Erin Sartin, Lena Sartin, William Sramek, Mina Trandinh, Maleigha Trench, Battista Verucchi, Kerstin Williams, Lillian Wray and Ayla Yeske.

v  All students dressed in theme today: please report to the PSC during homeroom.

v  Lila Koehler, please report to the Main Office.

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❖    Lots of home sports tonight – come support the volleyball team starting at 5:00 in the gym, the JV football team at 5:30 on the football field, or the golf team at Spring Creek. GO BRUINS!!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, September 19, 2024

❖    SAT Word of the Day:

➢    debacle – n. a fiasco or failure

■      Their poor planning turned the party into a DEBACLE.

• ❖    Tomorrow we'll be getting a final total for our "74 for the Class of '74" Food Collection challenge. Bring your donation to your religion class so we can reach our goal!

  ❖    Homecoming sign ups are available all this week during lunch! Tickets are $20 each and can be paid via cash or check. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions!

  ❖    Juniors and seniors- if you signed up to play in the powderpuff game- please bring your shirt money to Mrs. Theisinger’s office! Shirts are $15. Stop in room 102 with any questions![1] 

  ❖    Attention ALL girls basketball players: there will be a meeting at Ms. Marx’s classroom (Room 31) FRIDAY during homeroom. Any freshmen girls who plan to play MUST be present!

  ❖    Looking for spirit wear that no one else has? The girls basketball team will be selling vintage jerseys and other swag during lunch periods next Monday, Wednesday, and Friday outside the Refectory. Bring cash and don’t miss the chance to superfan in style!

  ❖    Thank you to all the Last Supper Club guests for joining us! Mark your calendars for our next outing on Wednesday, October 23rd. Where are we going? You’ll have to keep listening to the announcements to find out!

  ❖    Do you like Anime? Then you may be interested in joining the Academy Anime Club of the Academy (AACA) we will have a brief signup meeting in the PSC Friday afterschool.

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HOMEROOM MEETINGS

❖    Anyone interested in helping Mrs. Nambo with 50/50 Friday night from 6:45-halftime please see her now!

❖    Students please check your emails. If you received an email from Mrs. Rapp about Work Study, please plan to meet in the refectory today during homeroom.

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❖    Let’s pack the stands tomorrow night as the Bruins take on Seneca. Be there, be loud, and show your Bruin pride!  

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, September 18, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• commensurate – adj. corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree; proportionate

• She was looking for pay COMMENSURATE to the work she would be doing.

• The Class of 1974 donated the funds necessary to create the new bathrooms in the gym. Let's imitate their generosity this week by bringing in food items for the Illinois Valley Food Pantry. Donations must be brought to your religion class!

• There will be Fall Theatre rehearsal today at 4:30 pm in the Little Theatre.

• Any member of Heritage Club who would like to make paper lanterns for the Mid-Autumn festival should complete the Form in the Heritage Club Google Classroom. All materials will be provided. 

• Homecoming sign ups are available all this week during lunch! Tickets are $20 each and can be paid via cash or check. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions!

• Juniors and seniors- if you signed up to play in the powderpuff game- please bring your shirt money to Mrs. Theisinger’s office! Shirts are $15. Stop in room 102 with any questions!

• Senior Ambassadors: check your emails for a message from Mr. Steben.

• Last Supper Club: check your emails for details from Mr. Steben about tonight’s dinner.

• Attention ALL girls basketball players: there will be a meeting at Ms. Marx’s classroom (Room 31) FRIDAY during homeroom. Any freshmen girls who plan to play MUST be present!

• Looking for some new spirit wear that no one else has? The girls basketball team will be selling vintage jerseys and other swag during lunch periods next Monday, Wednesday, and Friday outside the Refectory. Bring cash and don’t miss the chance to superfan in style!

• Color and Chill Club will meet today in the PSC today! Snacks and materials will be provided. Come and relax after a week of hard work!

• Anyone that participated in stage crew last year that would like to help with the Variety Show next week please see or email Mrs. Griggs.  Help is needed with sound, lights, curtain, and spotlight.

• St. Bede lanyards with plastic ID holders available in the office for $3.00. This would be a great way to keep track of your ID for lunches.  Replacement ID's will be $5.00 beginning Monday September 23rd.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Lin Le please see Ms. Bernabei now.

• ALL esports players meet with Mr. Fess in the science center during homeroom.

• Michael Schulz, please report to the main office.

  BRUIN SPORTS CENTER

• Both the girls golf and girls tennis teams compete at home tonight, with girls tennis celebrating their senior night. Check out your Bruins at the Peru Tennis Courts or Spring Creek Golf Course tonight - HUM BRUINS!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, September 17, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• admonish – v. reprimand someone

• His boss ADMONISHED him for constantly showing up late to work.

• Let's honor the Golden Bedan Class of 1974 for their generosity by bringing in food items for the local food pantry. Bring your donations to your religion class. We want to collect 74 pounds in each religion section for a total of 962 pounds. Show the Spirit of Saint Bede by your generosity!

• Any member of Heritage Club who would like to make paper lanterns for the Mid-Autumn festival should complete the Form in the Heritage Club Google Classroom. All materials will be provided. 

• The cast list for Fall Theatre has been finalized! It is posted in Ms. Staggs’ and Mrs. Smith’s classrooms, so go take a look! It also in the Fall Theatre remind group. Congratulations to all of our talented actors! Scripts will be passed out at our first rehearsal tomorrow at 4:30 pm in the Little Theatre.

• Golf practice after school today, we will ride bus #1.

• Homecoming sign ups are available all this week during lunch! Tickets are $20 each and can be paid via cash or check. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions!

• Juniors and seniors- if you signed up to play in the powderpuff game- please bring your shirt money to Mrs. Theisinger’s office! Shirts are $15. Stop in room 102 with any questions!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Sadie Koehler, Jaxon Kozak, Greyson Marincic, Quinn McClain, Grace Millington, Adeline Mitchell, Mason Ross, Emma Smudzinski please see Ms. Bernabei now.

• If you signed up for tomorrow’s Last Supper Club, please see Mr. Steben outside the Refectory.

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• Congratulations to the volleyball team for their victory over Kewanee, taking down the Boilermakers in 2 games.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, September 16, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• vituperate – v. blame or insult someone strongly

• The players would VITUPERATE the opponent heavily on the bus ride home.

• Heritage Club would like to acknowledge the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, this month commemorates ways Latino and Hispanic communities have helped shape the United States.

• Any member of Heritage Club who would like to make paper lanterns for the Mid-Autumn festival should complete the Form in the Heritage Club Google Classroom. All materials will be provided. 

• If someone has lost their retainers in a yellow case or one Adidas golf shoe, please stop by the main office to retrieve them. 

• Today is the last day to sign up for this month’s Last Supper Club outing to Habaneros. Please sign up at the table outside the Refectory.

• The Elks Teen of the Month application is now available to Juniors & Seniors. Check your email for a link. Please read the instructions carefully BEFORE you begin filling out the application.

• Seniors, please complete your Senior Survey and Parchment registration ASAP. The list in Mr. Pullara's classroom was updated this morning.

• Juniors & Seniors, Are you interested in a career in Manufacturing? Attend The Discover Manufacturing Career Expo.  Sign up with Ms. Bernabei by Sept 24th. Space is very limited.  

• Seniors: would you like to be a Rotary student representative?  Sign up with Ms. Bernabei.  Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world.

• Did you know that coloring reduces stress while it promotes creativity and relaxation! The first meeting for the Color & Chill Club is this Wed, Sept 18th after school in the PSC. Everyone is welcome no matter what your ability level is! Snacks & supplies will be provided. 

• Homecoming sign ups are available all this week during lunch! Tickets are $20 each and can be paid via cash or check. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions!

• Juniors and seniors- if you signed up to play in the powderpuff game- please bring your shirt money to Mrs. Theisinger’s office! Shirts are $15. Stop in room 102 with any questions!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Seniors: if you are planning to be on prom committee and are not a football player or cheerleader please see Mrs. Nambo during homeroom.

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• Congratulations to Zach Husser on his 11th place finish at Saturday's Kewanee Boiler invite.

• Congrats to the football team for their dominant win over Walther Christian, 61 - 0.

• The Freshman Volleyball green team won the Freeport Invitational over the weekend. Way to go, Bruins!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, September 13, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• toady – n. one who flatters in the hope of gaining favors (a suck-up)

• Grover Dill was the bully’s TOADY in A Christmas Story.

• Fall Theatre auditions are taking place tonight from 4-6pm in the Little Theatre.

• Esports: check google classroom (code g7rmipz) for information on Mario Kart, Valorant, Rocket League, and Fortnite.  Get ahold of Mr. Fess if you have questions.

• There will be a podcast club meeting today after school in room 213. New members are always welcome.

• Please see your emails for information regarding Last Supper Club. If you are interested in joining us for our first outing, please sign up outside the Refectory during lunch today.

• The Honors Econ Class Homecoming Shirt store will be open until Midnight. There is a short sleeve shirt, long sleeve shirt and crewneck. Orders can be placed through the link that will be posted on the Saint Bede Academy social medias and all orders will be picked up in the science center on Thursday September 26th. Get your orders in today before it is too late!

• Any student interested in helping paint the backdrop for the Variety Show, please see Mrs. Griggs by the end of the school day today.

• Ireland/Scotland travelers: please bring 2 color copies of your passport and driver's license and tour tip money to Ms. Bernabei asap. $100 check or money order preferred. Our trip is only 3 months & 14 days away!! 

• Juniors & Seniors interested in manufacturing careers:  sign up to attend the Manufacturing Career Expo on Oct 15. Only 14 students can attend. Send Ms. Bernabei an email today to save your spot. See your email for the trip agenda and more info.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Libby Huffaker, Maci Kelly, Gus Burr, and Kaden Chalus, please report to Mr. Steben’s office.

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• Congrats to the GIRLS GOLF TEAM for their win over Somonauk! Anna Cyrocki led the team, shooting a 54. Andrea Bradner added a 60, Violet Lopez a 69, and Gaby Martinez a 70..

• Let’s pack the student section tonight for the football game as the Bruins take on Walther Christian! Come see the Boppin’ Bruins, led by your SBA Cheerleaders, at halftime!

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, September 11, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• plaudit – n. expression of praise

• The PLAUDITS rained down for the golf team’s overwhelming victory.

• Fall Theatre auditions are this Thursday and Friday from 4-6pm in the Little Theatre.

• Are you interested in trying new restaurants in our area? The Last Supper Club may be for you! All students grades 9-12 are encouraged to join in the fun each month as we try different restaurants and cuisines in the towns surrounding St. Bede. If you are interested, there will be a brief informational meeting during homeroom TODAY. Stop by to learn more!

• Join the Tea Club! Enter the Google Classroom code found in the announcements (iujtce5), or see Mr. Fess. The first Tea Club meeting will be TODAY after school 2:50 – 3:50ish

• Powderpuff football will be on Wednesday, September 25. Any junior or senior girls interested in playing, there will be powderpuff football signups during lunch today outside the refectory.

• Attention all boys interested in playing basketball for St. Bede: there will be open gyms on Tuesday, September 17 from 7:15-8:45pm, and Thursday, September 19 from 4:00-5:30pm.

• There will be a Charity Club meeting in room #227 after school - see Mr. Davy with any questions.

• The Honors Econ Class Homecoming Shirt store will be open today, Thursday and until Midnight on Friday. There is a short sleeve shirt, long sleeve shirt and crewneck. Orders can be placed through the link that will be posted on the Saint Bede Academy social medias and all orders will be picked up in the science center on Thursday September 26th. Get your orders in today before it is too late!

• Homecoming tickets will go on sale next week and are $20 a piece! Cash or check will be accepted. See Mrs. Theisinger with any questions.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Coco Wu, see Mr. Cummings during homeroom today.

• Any student interested in learning more about Last Supper Club, please go to the PSC.

• Chipper Rossi and Bailey Engels- please see Mrs. Theisinger during homeroom today. Thanks!

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• Congratulations to the boys Cross Country team on winning their first meet last night beating Henry at their home course. The team was led by Kaden Nauman, Greyson Marincic, RJ Hermosillo, Eric Du, Dominik Avila, and Mason Ross.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, September 9, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• insurgent – n. rebel or revolutionary

• The student INSURGENT rallied her classmates to protest the new rule changes.

• Please join the google classroom for variety show information. The code is on the posters around the school and is also listed in the announcements (yc5rtog).  An information meeting for all interested in participating will be held in Mrs. Griggs classroom during homeroom Tuesday.

• Join the Tea Club! Enter the Google Classroom code found in the announcements (iujtce5), or see Mr. Fess.

• If you have borrowed a calculator from the Bruin Learning Center and still have it please return NOW.

• Congratulations to the following freshmen who were voted in to be representatives for their class on Student Government: Landon Balestri, Jackson Bogatitus, Parker McClain, Valeria Mendez, Mary Simonetta, and Hanna Waszkowiak. Thanks to everyone who ran!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None scheduled

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, September 6, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• ebullient – adj. cheerful and lively

• Mr. Steben can be described as EBULLIENT most days.

• If you are interested in learning about various cultures from around the world, Heritage Club is the group for you! We learn more about the diverse cultures represented in SBA's student body and many more. Anyone interested in joining Heritage Club should join our Google Classroom page TODAY! Some of the activities hosted by Heritage Club throughout the year include watching movies, trying different foods, and making crafts. Please see the Google Classroom code listed in the announcements: kg3yg4g

• Join the Tea Club! Enter the Google Classroom code found in the announcements (iujtce5), or see Mr. Fess.

• Freshmen- you have until the end of homeroom to vote for your class representatives! This was sent to your email. Please see Mrs. Theisinger ASAP if you have note voted or are not sure how to vote. Winners will be announced before we dismiss for the pep rally.

• Ambassadors: the time listed in BAND is incorrect. You need to be at the football field by 3:30, not 4:00 as listed. We want to be set up with plenty of time to spare!

• Attention ALL students: Homeroom will meet during G period today.

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None scheduled

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, September 5, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• duress – n. intimidation or coercion to force someone to perform an act

• The journalists were under DURESS to complete their articles by the deadline.

• Wanted: SBA students interested in Fall Theatre. Are you interested in acting? Would you rather work behind the scenes? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then come to The Fall Theatre informational meeting! Come to room 213 TODAY after school to learn more!

• If you are interested in learning about various cultures from around the world, Heritage Club is the group for you! We learn more about the diverse cultures represented in SBA's student body and many more. Anyone interested in joining Heritage Club should join our Google Classroom page TODAY! Some of the activities hosted by Heritage Club throughout the year include watching movies, trying different foods, and making crafts. Please see the Google Classroom code listed in the announcements: kg3yg4g

• The homecoming variety show is scheduled for Friday, Sept 27.  Mrs. Griggs is looking for students to participate.  Skits, vocal or instrument performance, and dances are all acts that have been done in the past.  Get your act together and be ready for the first rehearsal on Sunday, September 15th in the gym. Join the Google Classroom by entering the code in the announcement (yc5rtog)  More information will be announced later this week.

• Join the Tea Club! Enter the Google Classroom code found in the announcements (iujtce5), or see Mr. Fess.

• Ambassadors: check your emails for a message from Mr. Steben. Football playing Ambassadors, you should have 2 messages. Be sure to read and follow the directions listed!

• Freshmen elections will be tomorrow for SBASG! If you have not turned in your petition form to Mrs. Theisinger, please do so ASAP. Freshmen please be checking your email for more information regarding how to vote for your classmates. Thank you!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Will the following students report to the business office: Avery Entrican, Halden Hueneburg, and Ava Balestri.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, September 4, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• affluent – adj. Wealthy

• The AFFLUENT donor helped the hospital stay out of debt.

• There is a pair of golf shoes in the main office from Friday. Whoever is missing them, please come claim them.

• Wanted: SBA students interested in Fall Theatre. Are you interested in acting? Would you rather work behind the scenes? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then come to The Fall Theatre informational meeting! Come to room 213 this Thursday after school to learn more!

• All Scotland/Ireland travelers who missed last week’s evening meeting please go to the fishbowl now.

• College Information Night for Parents & Students is tomorrow night in the PSC at 6 pm.  The information is geared toward seniors but all grade levels are invited to attend.  It’s never too early to start planning for your future!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Will the following students please report to the main office:  Jordan Coventry, Madalyn Dittmar, Avery Entrican, Dominic Fonderoli, Mirella Haskell, Kathleen Hunter, Victoria Mendez, Ryan Nawa, & Marco Rizzi.

• Halden Hueneburg & Gus Burr, please stop by Mr. Steben’s office.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, September 3, 2024

• SAT Word of the Day:

• affluent – adj. Wealthy

• The AFFLUENT donor helped the hospital stay out of debt.

• There is a pair of golf shoes in the main office from Friday. Whoever is missing them, please come claim them.

• Wanted: SBA students interested in Fall Theatre. Are you interested in acting? Would you rather work behind the scenes? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then come to The Fall Theatre informational meeting! Come to room 213 this Thursday after school to learn more!

• All Scotland/Ireland travelers who missed last week’s evening meeting please go to the fishbowl now.

• College Information Night for Parents & Students is tomorrow night in the PSC at 6 pm.  The information is geared toward seniors but all grade levels are invited to attend.  It’s never too early to start planning for your future!

HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Will the following students please report to the main office:  Jordan Coventry, Madalyn Dittmar, Avery Entrican, Dominic Fonderoli, Mirella Haskell, Kathleen Hunter, Victoria Mendez, Ryan Nawa, & Marco Rizzi.

• Halden Hueneburg & Gus Burr, please stop by Mr. Steben’s office.