ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, September 17, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• partisan (n.) a follower, adherent 

• The king did not believe that his rival could round up enough PARTISANS to overthrow the monarchy.

• Are you interested in trying new restaurants? Join us in Last Supper Club! We will have an informational meeting TODAY during homeroom. All students are welcome to learn more - if you can’t make it, but still want to participate, email Mr. Steben.

• There will be an informational meeting TODAY in homeroom for anyone interested in joining the AMC math competition that will be held later this year. Students in any grade may participate.  The meeting is TODAY  9/17 during homeroom in Mrs. Morrow's room (room 210).

• We need to spill the tea!  Join Tea Club!  Google classroom code is pr2rsvy7, or see Mr. Fess.

• Ambassadors will meet on Friday the 19th during homeroom. Bring your planners!

• Get your homecoming shirts now. Store closes tomorrow at midnight. Link is in the announcements! Click here to order shirts!

• Junior and senior girls- powderpuff shirts are available for purchase this week during lunch in the loft! They are $15 a piece and you have to pay for your shirt when you sign up. No experience is needed to play!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• All students interested in participating in the AMC Math Competition, please see Mrs. Morrow in room 210 now.

• All students interested in participating in Last Supper Club, please meet in the Fishbowl now.

• Judith Torres please see Mrs. Nambo during homeroom today.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, September 16, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• oblique (adj.) diverging from a straight line or course, not straightforward 

• Martin’s OBLIQUE language confused those who listened to him.

• There will be a meeting for all those interested in working as a part of the Tech Crew for the Fall Theatre during homeroom TODAY in Room 202.

• Are you interested in trying new restaurants? Join us in Last Supper Club! We will have an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 17 during homeroom. We will also share the first dinner restaurant and date here. Don’t miss it -all students are welcome!

• Are you interested in painting, drawing, sculpting, playing art games, making collages, and more? Join the Art Club! We are meeting right after school TODAY in the art room, 3rd floor, to discuss ideas and future plans! Everyone is welcome to join, even if you aren't taking an art class! See you there!

• There will be an informational meeting Wednesday in homeroom for anyone interested in joining the AMC math competition that will be held later this year. Students in any grade may participate.  The meeting is WEDNESDAY 9/17 during homeroom in Mrs. Morrow's room (room 210). 

• We need to spill the tea!  Join Tea Club!  Google classroom code is pr2rsvy7, or see Mr. Fess.

• Junior and senior girls- powderpuff shirts are available for purchase this week during lunch! They are $15 a piece and you have to pay for your shirt when you sign up. No experience is needed to play!

• Elections for the class of 2029 representatives are this Friday, 9/19. It’s not too late to turn in your petition or your google slide. Please see Mrs. Theisinger with any questions!

• The homecoming variety show is 3 weeks away! Interested in participating? Join the google classroom with code g7i54mxx and check your email for more information!

• Tonight is the Chipotle fundraiser for Girls Tennis! Order in person or on the app between 5-9pm with a flier to help support the team. See Mr. Steben or Mr. Armato for a flier. 

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• All students interested in being a part of Tech Crew for Fall Theatre, please report to room 202.

• Eli Erickson, please see Mr. Steben in his office.

• Boarding students interested in signing up for AP Exams meet in the LOFT now.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, September 15, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• negligent (adj.) habitually careless, neglectful 

• My grandfather called me NEGLIGENT after I left the door to his apartment unlocked.

• There will be a meeting for all those interested in working as a part of the Tech Crew for the Fall Theatre during homeroom on Tuesday, Sept. 16 in Room 202.

• Are you interested in trying new restaurants? Join us in Last Supper Club! We will have an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 17 during homeroom. We will also share the first dinner restaurant and date here. Don’t miss it -all students are welcome!

• Heritage Club would like to commemorate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month today. The month between Sept 15 and Oct 15 celebrates Hispanic and Latino culture and contributions. Additionally, this month coincides with many Latin American independence days. 

• Mrs. Rynkewicz's F period class needs their headphones today!

• JV Football: make sure you contact your H period teacher to see what you will be missing today in class.

• Opportunity for Service Hours - - This Saturday & Sunday in Utica - The annual Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive. Students needed to fill 3 shifts on Saturday and 2 shifts on Sunday. Each shift is 3 ½ hours. Sign up sheet will be at the front table of the Refectory today during lunch. See Mr. Davy with questions!

• There will be an AP meeting for boarding students during homeroom tomorrow in the LOFT.

• Peer tutors for chemistry needed! Please email or see Mrs. Nambo if you are interested in helping other students. You can receive service hours for peer tutoring!

• Powderpuff shirts are available for purchase this week during lunch! They are $15 apiece and you have to pay for your shirt when you sign up.

• Elections for the class of 2029 representatives are this Friday 9/19. Please remember to get your petitions and slides turned in to Mrs. Theisinger ASAP.

• Are you interested in painting, drawing, sculpturing, playing art games, making collages, and more? Join the Art Club! We are meeting right after school this Tuesday in the art room, 3rd floor, to discuss ideas and future plans! Everyone is welcome to join, even if you aren't taking an art class! See you there!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Jacob Flavin see coach Cummings in the art studio during homeroom today with your phone.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Congrats to your Bruin Golf team capturing 4th place in Saturday’s Boiler Invite. Gavin Lamboley and Caden Carls finished in 18th and 16th place.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, September 11, 2025

• SSAT Word of the Day:

• None - worship schedule

• There will be a meeting for all those interested in working as a part of the Tech Crew for the Fall Theatre during homeroom on Tuesday, Sept. 16 in Room 202.

• Are you interested in trying new restaurants? Join us in Last Supper Club! We will have an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 17 during homeroom. We will also share the first dinner spot and date here. Don’t miss it!

• The College Application Completion workshop will meet in the Loft during E1 & E2 today, not in the PSC as originally planned. Seniors, bring your Chromebook and your lunch and get your applications started!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None - worship schedule

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, September 10, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• litigant (n.) someone engaged in a lawsuit 

• When the LITIGANTS began screaming at each other, Judge Andreoni ordered them to be silent.

• If interested in eSports, join the Google Classroom, code: p4kpx4j3 or see Mr. Fess

• Ambassadors, if you have not already done so, check your emails for a message from Mr. Steben.

• CALLING ALL FRESHMEN. If you are interested in running for class representative, please pick up a petition from Mrs. Theisinger in Room 102 by the end of this week or stop and see her with any questions. Elections will be held next Friday, September 19. Teachers, please allow freshmen to come and get a petition during homeroom should they ask to do so!

• There will be an SBASG meeting this Friday, September 12 during homeroom! Members please be checking your email for an agenda!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• AJ Hermes and Emerald De La Torre please see Mrs. Rapp in the Development Office in Room 121.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Congrats to Chris Gedraitis and Jemma Finley who both won their races Tuesday in Henry. The boys also won the meet against Henry, Putnam County, Henry, Hall, and Marquette. Top 5 and scoring for the boys were Dominik Avila, Adrian Hermosillo, Mason Haskell and Joe Savitch. Next race is Saturday at Peoria. Yesenia Avila was 3rd overall. Also competing for the boys were Preston Vasquez, RJ Hermosillo, Bryce Keckler, Graham Ross, Eric Du, and Devin Steil.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, September 9, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• kudos (n.) praise for an achievement 

• After the performance, the reviewers gave the singer KUDOS for a job well done.

• Students, please make sure to check your emails EVERYDAY, preferably multiple times a day.

• AP students: you will be receiving AP Test Registration information by email tomorrow at the latest. Make sure to read this information carefully. You will also receive physical copies from your teachers.

• Starting Thursday this week Ms. Bernabei will have a College Application completion workshop in the PSC fishbowl during periods E1 & E2. This will happen every Thursday in Sept & October (except Oct 9th). Bring your questions and your Chromebook! If you are not free during your E period on Thursdays you can come in for help during homeroom or your SH any day of the week. Just see Ms. Bernabei for a pass. Plan to get your college applications submitted before Halloween!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Ashlan Heersink and Aksel Bernal, see Ms. Bernabei now.

• Would Sara Ruiz and Alp Arslan see Mrs. Rapp in the Development Office Room 121.

• Will the following students see Mr. Steben in the Loft: Genavyve Barnes, Emerald DeLaTorre, Jose DeLaTorre, Maddie Fabish, Gino Ferrari, Harrison Fess, Weston Heersink, Lili McClain, and Chris Gedraitis.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, September 8, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• juxtaposition (n.) the act of placing two things next to each other for implicit comparison 

• The interior designer admired my JUXTAPOSITION of the yellow couch and green table.

• Congratulations to the St. Bede Academy Soccer program on their victory over Yorkville Christian on Saturday at Rotary Park. This was the first-ever Varsity-level contest and Varsity victory in SBA History!!!! 

• Today and Thursday’s lunches will be swapped. So today, spaghetti and meatballs w/ bosco sticks will be served.

• Mascot Needed for BruinsJam! We’re looking for a student to be the Saint Bede mascot at BruinsJam on Saturday, October 4 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Earn service hours while bringing school spirit! If interested, please contact Mrs. Prokup in room 121.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• All students planning to audition for the Fall Theatre production “Little Women” need to come to Room 202 for a short meeting during homeroom today.  There are changes to the audition schedule and all those who plan to audition will need to know about them.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• In Cross Country last Thursday, Preston Vasquez had a personal best time and finished 16th to help the Bruins to their team victory.

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, September 5, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• iniquity (n.) wickedness or sin 

• “Your INIQUITY,” said the priest to the practical joker, “will be forgiven.”

• Attention Heritage Club members! Complete the survey in Google Classroom TODAY so that we can start planning our events. Any students interested in joining Heritage Club should use the code kg3yg4g. The form is due Sept. 12.

• Students who attended local Catholic grade schools are encouraged to attend Illinois Valley Catholic Youth Group this Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church. There will be a special celebration and prayer service in honor of the canonization of St. Carlo Acutis, the patron saint of the combined schools.

• Senior Rotary students: Please sign up for future meetings with Ms. Bernabei.  See your email from yesterday for a list of meeting dates.

• Niko Pappas, Zach Husser, Brennen Hirst, Maddie Fabish please see Ms. Bernabei to pick up info about the Costa Rica Trip.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• All golfers: meeting today during homeroom in the art studio.

• Emma Mavity, please see Mr. Steben.

• Jameson Daley, see Ms. Bernabei now.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Huge shout out to all those who helped the Cross-Country team run a home meet yesterday, Thank you Mrs. Manning for covering the corner. The Boys team won and Chris Gedraitis led the way with a 6th place finish. Also Adrian Hermosillo, Dominik Avila, Bryce Keckler, Mason Haskell, Joe Savitch, Graham Ross, Eric Du, and Devin Steil all had personal best times. Ladies were led by Jemma Finley who finished 2nd, along with Yesenia Avila, and Lin Lin who too had personal best times. Go Bruins.

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Fri 9/5: Football @ Eureka

• Fri 9/5: Golf vs. Hall

• Sat 9/6: Tennis @ Bradley - Bourbonnais

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, September 3, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• Genuine - adj. Authentic or real.

• His apology seemed GENUINE.

• 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 unable to attend the meeting, but still want more info, contact Ms. Staggs.

• Attention Heritage Club members! Complete the survey in Google Classroom TODAY so that we can start planning our events. Any students interested in joining Heritage Club should use the code kg3yg4g. The form is due Sept. 12.

• Students, you are doing a great job staying in the PSC until the 7:30 morning bell. Keep it up, we appreciate you!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• A set of air pods were left in the PSC yesterday. Please stop by during homeroom to see Mr. Hancock if you think they might be yours.

• Ian Maurer, please see Mr. Hancock Now.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Weds 9/3: Tennis @ Kewanee

• Weds 9/3: Boys & Girls Golf @ Midland vs. Wethersfield

• Thurs 9/4: Boys Golf @ Timber Ridge GC

• Thurs 9/4: Cross Country HOME

• Thurs 9/4: Soccer @ Alleman

• Thurs 9/4: Volleyball @ Marquette

• Fri 9/5: Football @ Eureka

• Fri 9/5: Golf vs. Hall

• Sat 9/6: Volleyball vs. Hinckley Big Rock

• Sat 9/6: Tennis @ Bradley - Bourbonnais

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, September 2, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• feral (adj.) wild, savage 

• That barn cat looks so FERAL that I would fear being alone with it.

• 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 Wednesday, September 3rd after school to learn more! If you are unable to attend the meeting, but still want more info, contact Ms. Staggs.

• Golf today: the bus will leave school at 2:40.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Jose and Emerald De La Torre please see Ms. Bernabei now.

• Ezeriah Gore, please see Mr. Hancock and bring your chrome book.

• Will Niko Pappas-Anniballi and Kamila Ortiz please come to the main office now?

• Judith Torres, please see Mr. Steben.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Congrats to soccer on their first win of the season over Somonauk HS! Isaac Kang and Mark Rudenko scored for the Bruins, with Michael Schulz serving as goalkeeper.

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Tues 9/2: Girls Golf @ home

• Tues 9/2: Cross Country @ Ottawa HS

• Tues 9/2: Volleyball vs. Earlville

• Weds 9/3: Tennis @ Kewanee

• Weds 9/3: Boys & Girls Golf @ Midland vs. Wethersfield

• Thurs 9/4: Boys Golf @ Timber Ridge GC

• Thurs 9/4: Cross Country HOME

• Thurs 9/4: Soccer @ Alleman

• Thurs 9/4: Volleyball @ Marquette

• Fri 9/5: Football @ Eureka

• Fri 9/5: Golf vs. Hall

• Sat 9/6: Volleyball vs. Hinckley Big Rock

• Sat 9/6: Tennis @ Bradley - Bourbonnais

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, August 29, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• eulogy (n.) a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, typically someone who has just died.

• At the funeral, the widow gave a moving EULOGY describing her love for her husband.

• Do you have a sibling, cousin, neighbor, or paperboy who is in junior high? Invite them out to our Junior High Tailgate Party, right here at St. Bede, tonight from 5-7! We’ll have food, games, prizes, and a radio broadcast with QHit Music. All junior high students are welcome!

• Come support the Charity Club! We'll be selling delicious desserts at tonight's football game. Don't miss it!

• 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 next Wednesday, September 3rd after school to learn more! If you are unable to attend the meeting, but still want more info, contact Ms. Staggs. 

• Ambassadors: please check your emails ASAP for a message from Mr. Steben. It’s urgent about tonight’s Tailgate Party!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Isaac Kang, come to room 204 now. 

• Amber Cui, Ayla Coventry & Alp Arslan please see Ms. Bernabei now.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Fri 8/29: Football vs. Bureau Valley

• Sat 8/30: Volleyball Hall Tournament

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, August 28, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• defer (v.) to postpone something; to yield to another’s wisdom 

• Ron DEFERRED to Diane, the expert on musical instruments, when he was asked about buying a piano.

• Do you have a sibling, cousin, neighbor, or paperboy who is in junior high? Invite them out to our Junior High Tailgate Party, right here at St. Bede, tomorrow night from 5-7! We’ll have food, games, prizes, and a radio broadcast with QHit Music. All junior high students are welcome!

• Trajan Raffety see Ms. Bernabei today during your G period study hall.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Weston Heersink, Gino Ferrari, Kate Duncan, CeCe Giacalone, and Emma Mavity: please see Mr. Steben.

• Sean Brayton & Jose De La Torre see Ms. Bernabei now. 

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Thurs 8/28: Cross Country @ Kewanee

• Thurs 8/28: Volleyball @ Dwight

• Fri 8/29: Football vs. Bureau Valley

• Sat 8/30: Volleyball Hall Tournament

• 8/30: Girls tennis vs. Bishop McNamara

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, August 27, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• caucus (n.) a meeting usually held by people working toward the same goal 

• SBASG organized a CAUCUS to determine dressup days for Catholic Schools Week.

• Reminder: All students who drive to school must register their car and display the parking hang tag in your car at all times.  Forms are available in the Business Office and tags are $20 for the entire school year.

• The main office has in their possession a pair of red sunglasses left from the dance, a retainer, a FORD key, and a ring.  If you are missing one of these items, please stop by the main office to claim.

• Mark your calendars: Tuesday, September 16 from 5:00-9:00pm, the St. Bede Girls Tennis Team will be fundraising at Chipotle in Peru. 25% of sales go to the team with presentation of flyers or using the code listed on the flier if ordering online or in the app. Check your emails for the flier, or see Mr. Steben or Mr. Armato.

• Mrs. Griggs and the yearbook staff are happy to share photos throughout the year with students and staff.  Please be respectful and do not copy or save pictures and use them in a hurtful way.  They are meant to share the positivity and fun from the activities throughout the year.  Students that misuse photo’s may be disciplined or photo’s will no longer be shared.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Maggie Arkins & Jillian Pinter, please see Mr. Steben now.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Wed 8/27: Soccer vs. Oregon @ Rotary Park

• Thurs 8/28: Cross Country @ Kewanee

• Thurs 8/28: Volleyball @ Dwight

• Fri 8/29: Football vs. Bureau Valley

• Sat 8/30: Volleyball Hall Tournament

• 8/30: Girls tennis vs. Bishop McNamara

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• boon (n.) a gift or blessing 

• The good weather has been a BOON for many businesses located near the beach.

• Pack the gym tonight for the volleyball home opener against El Paso-Gridley! Student section theme is WHITEOUT. Be there and be loud!

• Picture retakes are tomorrow. If you are looking to get your picture retaken, please be on the lookout for an announcement with details later today.

• The following Polar Plunge participants need to pick up their prizes in the PSC: Addie Raffety (large blanket), Emerald De La Torre (jacket), Kian Zeller (small blanket), and Carson Riva (stocking cap). Congrats!

• Happy Pumpkin Spice Latte Day, everyone! Love, Mrs. Rynkewicz 🎃☕

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• Ambassadors, please meet in the Fishbowl.

• The following students need to stop by the main office sometime today: Ishvir Singh, Mackenzie Stanbary, Chloe Swartz, Judith Torres, Carter Vasquez, Kerstin Williams, Lilly Wray, Alec Tomsha, and Kiley Gentert. 

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions this week:

• Tues 8/26: Volleyball vs. El Paso-Gridley (white-out student section)

• Tues 8/26: Cross Country @ Rock Falls

• Tues 8/26: Boys Varsity/JV Golf @ Indian Bluffs

• Wed 8/27: Soccer vs. Oregon @ Rotary Park

• Thurs 8/28: Cross Country @ Kewanee

• Thurs 8/28: Volleyball @ Dwight

• Fri 8/29: Football vs. Bureau Valley

• Sat 8/30: Volleyball Hall Tournament

• 8/30: Girls tennis vs. Bishop McNamara

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, August 20, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None - Worship Schedule

• Congratulations to your ladies golf team the Bruins earned a 3rd place finish in the Bruin Tee Off Classic yesterday the girls were led by Anna Cyrocki with a 6th place individual finish.

• If you want to learn more about different cultures from around the world--many represented by the diverse student body at Saint Bede Academy--should consider becoming a member of Heritage Club. Any students who are interested in joining Heritage Club should join our Google Classroom:  kg3yg4g. See Mrs. Rynkewicz in room 204 for more information.

• Any student who would like information about Illinois Association of Teachers of English's poetry, prose, art, & photography contest should see Mrs. Rynkewicz in room 204. Last year, Saint Bede students won awards for their entries and some will have their work printed in IATE's student work publication.

• Stop outside of the refectory today during both lunches if you aren’t sure which team you are on for dodgeball! These were sent to your school email last night!

• A reminder that dodgeball begins at 7:30. If you’re on a team, it would be helpful to get there between 7:15 and 7:20!

• Your spirit day shirt will be waiting for you when you get to your A period class tomorrow. If you have a car, you may take the shirt you wore out to your car. If not, you may put it in your locker. Once you are in the building for the day and in your spirit day shirt- you will not be permitted back into the building after Spirit Day. Please don’t wear a shirt that you will need later in the day as you will not be able to access it! Remember to wear bottoms and shoes that you are comfortable getting dirty!

• SBASG members please check your emails and remember to be out by the Powerhouse at 6:30am tomorrow morning!

• The following students need to stop by the main office sometime today: Aliyanna Arteaga, AJ Barto, Tegan Brandt, Ella Burke, Henry Burr,  Jack Duncan, Henry Duttlinger, and Jemma Finley.

• ACC students need to report to Mrs. Nambo’s room in the BLC during A period tomorrow! You will need to be in her room by 7:50 for attendance and to get your spirit day shirt!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• No Homeroom - Worship Schedule

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions today:

• Thursday 8/21: Boys golf @ Kewanee 

• Thursday 8/21: Girls golf @ Bishop McNamara

• Thursday 8/21: Football Green and White Night - home

• Friday 8/22: Volleyball Green and White Night - home

• Saturday 8/23: Girls golf @ Winnebago

• Saturday 8/23: Boys golf @ Rock Falls

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, August 19, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• utopia (n.) an imaginary and remote place of perfection 

• Everyone in the world wants to live in a UTOPIA, but no one can agree how to go about building one.

• Fr. Dom needs volunteers to carry in the banners for the Spirit Week prayer service. One sophomore girl, one junior boy, one senior girl. Please come see him during homeroom in his office.    

• If you want to learn more about different cultures from around the world--many represented by the diverse student body at Saint Bede Academy--should consider becoming a member of Heritage Club. Any students who are interested in joining Heritage Club should join our Google Classroom:  kg3yg4g. See Mrs. Rynkewicz in room 204 for more information.

• Any student who would like information about Illinois Association of Teachers of English's poetry, prose, art, & photography contest should see Mrs. Rynkewicz in room 204. Last year, Saint Bede students won awards for their entries and some will have their work printed in IATE's student work publication.

• It’s not too late to sign up for dodgeball! Stop and see Mrs. Theisinger in Room 102 or send her an email!

• Does your thrift outfit tell a story? Mrs. Griggs would like to hear about it and take a photo for the yearbook.  If you would like to participate, please meet in the science center today during homeroom for a photo.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• The following students need to stop by the main office sometime today: Aliyanna Arteaga, AJ Barto, Tegan Brandt, Ella Burke, Henry Burr, Gretchen Carden, Jack Duncan, Henry Duttlinger, and Jemma Finley. 

• SBASG members please meet in the fishbowl during homeroom today!

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions today:

• Tuesday 8/19: B/G golf - home

• Thursday 8/21: Boys golf @ Kewanee 

• Thursday 8/21: Girls golf @ Bishop McNamara

• Thursday 8/21: Football Green and White Night - home

• Friday 8/22: Volleyball Green and White Night - home

• Saturday 8/23: Girls golf @ Winnebago

• Saturday 8/23: Boys golf @ Rock Falls

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, August 18, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• torpid (adj.) lethargic, dormant, lacking motion 

• The TORPID whale floated, wallowing in the water for hours.

• If you see decorations up in the hallway, please do not pick at, tear down, or otherwise interfere with them. Student organizations work hard to decorate our school throughout the year and everyone deserves the opportunity to see our school looking its best. Thank you for your cooperation!

• Seniors interested in representing St. Bede by attending a Rotary meeting during the school year. See Ms. Bernabei or Mr. Steben to sign up and get a permission form.

• There will be a yearbook picture taken during homeroom for everyone wanting to participate. If you are dressed for blackout, meet on the steps of the gym outside. Students dressed for white out photo in the science center.  Please be prompt so you are not late to period D.

• Lady Bruins- just a reminder that on the spirit week flyer it very clearly stated that short shorts could not be worn. Several of you are already in violation of this. If this does not improve beginning tomorrow, you will not be allowed to participate in the rest of the themed days this week.

• If you want to learn more about different cultures from around the world--many represented by the diverse student body at Saint Bede Academy--should consider becoming a member of Heritage Club. Any students who are interested in joining Heritage Club should join our Google Classroom:  kg3yg4g. See Mrs. Rynkewicz in room 204 for more information.

• Any student who would like information about Illinois Association of Teachers of English's poetry, prose, art, & photography contest should see Mrs. Rynkewicz in room 204. Last year, Saint Bede students won awards for their entries and some will have their work printed in IATE's student work publication.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• The following students need to stop by the main office sometime today.  Gabe Bunch, Ayla Coventry, Areesah Joop, Payden Kelly, Parker McClain, Max Moreno, Nelle Potthoff, and Preston Vasquez.   

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions today:

• Tuesday 8/19: B/G golf - home

• Thursday 8/21: Boys golf @ Kewanee 

• Thursday 8/21: Girls golf @ Bishop McNamara

• Thursday 8/21: Football Green and White Night - home

• Friday 8/22: Volleyball Green and White Night - home

• Saturday 8/23: Girls golf @ Winnebago

• Saturday 8/23: Boys golf @ Rock Falls

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, August 15, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• None - worship schedule

• If you see decorations up in the hallway, please do not pick at, tear down, or otherwise interfere with them. Student organizations work hard to decorate our school throughout the year and everyone deserves the opportunity to see our school looking its best. Thank you for your cooperation!

• The SBA volleyball team is hosting a pork chop dinner fundraiser this Sunday, August 17 from 3:30-6:30. $10 for a ticket that includes drink, chips, and dessert. See a volleyball player for a ticket!

• The SBA football team is looking for an assistant to the head of football film. This job entails setting up and assisting with in-game video for the year. If interested, contact Coach Jack Brady or Mr. Steben.

• Seniors interested in representing St. Bede by attending a Rotary meeting during the school year. See Ms. Bernabei or Mr. Steben to sign up and get a permission form.

• The following seniors need to report to the office sometime today:  Ava Balestri, Genavyve Barnes, Maddy Fabish, Harrison Fess, Nevaeh Mavis, Lili McClain, KJ Mudge, Kamila Ortiz, Jillian Pinter, Sara Ruiz, Lena Sartin, and Emma Slingsby.

• SBASG is working hard to plan a great spirit week! Students, faculty, and staff please be on the lookout for emails regarding themes, dodgeball tournament, and spirit day! Spirit Day is scheduled to be next Thursday, August 21!! Stay tuned for info regarding everyone’s favorite week!

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• None - worship schedule

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions today:

• Friday 8/15: Boys Junior Varsity Golf @ Deer Valley

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, August 14, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• sedentary (adj.) sitting, settled 

• The SEDENTARY cat did little but lay in the sun.

• The SBA volleyball team is hosting a pork chop dinner fundraiser this Sunday, August 17 from 3:30-6:30. $10 for a ticket that includes drink, chips, and dessert. See a volleyball player for a ticket!

• The SBA football team is looking for an assistant to the head of football film. This job entails setting up and assisting with in-game video for the year. If interested, contact Coach Jack Brady or Mr. Steben.

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• There will be a St. Bede Academy Student Government (SBASG) meeting in the fishbowl now.

• Noah Buck, Ruby Michels, and Chipper Rossi, please report to Mr. Steben’s office.

  BRUIN SPORTSCENTER

• Catch the following competitions today:

• Thursday 8/14: Girls Varsity Golf @ Dwight

• Friday 8/15: Boys Junior Varsity Golf @ Deer Valley

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, May 19, 2025

• SAT Word of the Day:

• repose (n.) a state of resting after exertion or strain

• Hopefully you all are able to find REPOSE this summer and return to St. Bede refreshed!

• Ambassadors: we will meet in the Fishbowl after school. Coaches have been contacted and know you may be a little late to practice. Bring your phone and planner!

• Congratulations to Kris Penaverde and Lien Phan for winning their class keyboard championship. Chris won C-Period with a 65 WPM, and Lien won D-Period with a 73 WPM.

• The following students please see Mrs. Bosnich asap regarding driver's ed: Michael Benge, Hunter Freeman, Kennen Grisham, Nicolette Hanck, Sadie Leffelman, Aisha Morales, Maksymillian Niedzwiedz, Allyn Phillips, Nelle Potthoff, and Kini Yong

  HOMEROOM MEETINGS

• If you’re an Ambassador with a signed contract, please bring it to Mr. Steben now.

• Lily Bosnich, Noah Buck, Caden Carls, Lena Sartin, and Kian Zeller: please see Ms. Bernabei now.

• Epsorts and tea club meet in the PSC for a yearbook picture during Homeroom.