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Greetings,
For being a short month, February sure has been busy which makes for a long e-newsletter. We hope you enjoy this month's issue and as always, thank you for subscribing!
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Cinderella Story | National Merit Finalist | 2nd Place winner | Answering the "call"
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Cinderella Story
~ Junior Julie Anton is a 2005 Miss Cinderella Candidate. The Cinderella Charity Ball is the annual fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington. Every dollar that is donated through Julie's campaign casts one vote in her name for the title of Miss Cinderella. The 45th annual ball will be held this year Saturday, March 26 at the Arlington Convention Center.
National Merit Finalists Named
~ Seniors Jennifer Caero and Jason Lane have been named as finalists in the 2005 competition for merit scholarship awards. Caero of Ft. Worth, and Lane of Aubrey, are now among more than 15,000 Finalists from across the United States. The program will select 8,200 Merit Scholarship winners later in the school year.
"To be, or not to be...In 2nd Place!"
~ Senior Loren Roark recently ranked second in the annual Ft. Worth English Speaking Union Shakespeare Contest. Loren represented NCHS and performed a monologue from "A Winter's Tale" on February 21. Winners of the competition go on to compete in New York City. Loren was accompanied to the event by English teacher, Kate Kadane.
Answering the "call"
~ On the weekend of February 4, 2005, NCHS juniors Juli Kavanaugh, Sarah Strittmatter, Arnie Laubenthaul, and Joe Kilianski, along with school chaplain, Fr. Jim Mueller, S.M., attended the National Marianist Vocation Conference at St. Mary's University in San Antonio. The purpose of the gathering was to discuss vocations (brothers, sisters, deacons, priests, and lay people) and the myriad of reasons why fewer people today choost to answer the "call."
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Grease | Senior Retreat | 2005 Mardi Gras
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Grease
~ Rydell High's spirited class of '59- gum chewing, hubcap stealing, hot-rod loving boys and their wise cracking girls in bobby sox and pedal pushers- capture the look and sound of the 1950s in a rollicking musical. While hip Danny Zuko (Adam Pfaff) and wholesome Sandy Dumbrowski (Christen Glennon) resolve the problems of their mutual attraction, the gang sings and dances its way through such nostalgic scenes as the pajama party, the prom, the burger palace, and the drive-in movie. Tickets to Nolan Catholic High School's production of GREASE can be purchased at the door on show night. GREASE runs March 4, 5, 11 and 12. the show begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Nolan Catholic Auditorium. Ticket prices are $3 for students and $5 for adults. Please join us for a fun trip back to the '50s!
Seniors Travel on a Path with a Heart
~ Nearly forty seniors escaped to the piney woods of East Texas for a three day retreat. The theme of the retreat was "A Path with a Heart: your journey with God." As they prepare to graduate and leave NCHS, participants took advantage of the opportunity to reflect on where they have been, where they are now, and where they would like to go. Time was provided for communion with God, with others, with nature, and with self. The retreat concluded with a special Mass in which the readings, music and worship environment were prepared by the participants as a reflection of the retreat experience.
Here's what some of the seniors had to say about retreat: "Very touching. It was good to hear how God works in other's lives." "It was great to be able to share my life of faith with others." "A great bonding experience! I know my classmates much better now." The closing mass was "honestly one of the best masses I've experienced, just because of everything leading up to it." "I saw different sides of people that, at first glance, I never would have guessed."
2005 Mardi Gras
~ Thank you to all who supported this year's "fun"raiser! We grossed over $230,000 for this event including over $61,000 in raffle sales. Mark you calendars for next year's party, February 25, 2006 when we'll celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the NCHS Mardi Gras.
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Taste of the World volunteer thanks | Healthcare Heroes | Parent Socials
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"Taste" of the World
~ Thanks and Praise for the following freshman parents who happily shared of their talents and time with open hearts and open hands in giving our students a "Taste" of the world! The parents brought samples of various foods from around the world. On the day of the Mary, Mother of All Nations celebration [see feature article at right] these parents provided a wonderful complement to the international liturgy: Maria Barriga, Janine Bulnes, Olga Buster, Susan Carter, Neoly Casaquite, Mary Casselman, Beth Coates, Janet Collins, Linda Bryden, Norma Elizondo, Judy Escher, Nancy Gambill, Joan Gillen, Kathy Grasty, Tina Hampton, Nancy Hasback, Cidy Holzbach, Sherry Jackson, Sharon Longlotz, Wendy Magusiak, Suzanne Marx, Sandra McCarthy, Teresa Methotra, Dana Milliken, Susan Monica, Therese Moncrief, Martha Montoya, Michelle Murphy, Josee Oliviero, Kathi O'Riorden, Melissa Ostendorf, Marti Petrocchi, Deena Roberts, Donna Ryckaert, Jeanie Sanstrom, Lisa Smith, Allison Snyder, Bella Ward, and Kathleen Wheeler
; Thank You All!
Healthcare Heroes
~ Congratulations to a couple of NCHS parents who were named two of the Fort Worth Business Press' 2005 Healthcare Heroes: Jan Zdanuk (mother of senior Nick) and Dr. Tom Kleuser (father of junior John and two alumni George '02 and Charlie '03.) Dr. Kleuser is also an NCHS graduate from the class of 1968.
Parent Socials
~ Save the Date! Many parents have expressed an interest in coming together in a fun, relaxed atmosphere to strengthen community and meet other parents. Spring parent socials have been scheduled as following:
Freshmen - Sunday, April 10, Cindy Casey committee chairman Jr. High - Sunday, April 17, Patty Buentello committee chairman
Sophomores - Sunday, April 24, Pat Pierret committee chairman Juniors - Sunday, May 1, Susan Robertson committee chairman
Note: The senior parents are utilizing Project Graduation to serve as their gathering opportunity.
All events will take place at Los Vaqueros Restaurant from 4-6 p.m. in the garden, with the banquet room reserved for inclement weather.
"Many people have expressed an interest in finding an avenue to meet other parents in a casual atmosphere," says Meg Pelzel, NCHS Director of Development. "We believe these socials will give parents an opportunity to get better acquainted. More activities of this kind are scheduled for the future."
Look for more information coming in your mail box
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National Signing Day | Tennis Hopes | TAPPS State Swimming
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Four senior girls sign letters of intent to play soccer. Click photo for more information. >>
The girls tennis team at Nolan Catholic opened their season with a win over public school 4A Arlington Heights HS. The team hopes for another state run with returning sophomore singles state champion, Kristen Rafael who is a nationally ranked tennis player on her own. Also returning are senior Jennifer Caero and Junior Elizabeth Jacobi our state champion doubles team.
New additions to our champion-caliber team are freshman Stephanie Hunter who will be our line 2 singles and coincidentally is the cousin of Jennifer Caero and Elizabeth Jacobi. Both mothers were state champions when they attended Nolan Catholic in the 1980's.
Returning senior Katie Flores will double with newcomer freshman Mary Elaine Gambill to fill our line 2 doubles team. We look for a strong season.
TAPPS State Swimming ~ At the 2005 TAPPS State Swim Meet held in Austin, our boys team finished in 4th place and the girls finished 5th place in Div. 1. Visit Athletics online for individual swimming awards.
Congratulations to the boys and girls soccer and basketball teams for going deep into the playoffs. To see how your Viking teams are doing follow the link below.
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Mary, Mother of Nations
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In an effort to stress the Marianist charism, which includes devotion to the Blessed Mother and also an appreciation of the diversity of global cultures, the freshman class at NCHS has taken Mary Mother of Nations as their class patron. Earlier in the year the students learned about the unique icon created by Jesuit artist, Father William Hart McNichols. The presentation stressed the high symbolism of the icon, Mary's concern for all the world's peoples, and the fact that freshmen study various cultures not only in their social-studies classes, but also in the English, foreign-language, and religion classes. A copy of this icon is displayed adjacent to the NCHS main office. At the beginning of the freshman homeroom periods and for all freshman assemblies, students recite a special prayer to Mary Mother of All Nations.
On Wednesday, February 2, 2005, the freshman students and teachers honored their patron in a special way. Many preparations took place for the special liturgy which highlighted several world cultures. Each freshman student honored a selected nation by wearing a miniature flag of the nation or by dressing in full ethnic attire. These latter students accompanied NCHS senior Tomi Seriki (see photo above), who portrayed Mary Mother of Nations to the altar. Different languages were used during the Mass. As a Communion meditation, nineteen freshman boys and girls performed a sacred hula kahiko written for the class patron. Fr. Jim Mueller, S.M., school chaplain was the celebrant.
After the liturgy, students were treated to special ethnic foods provided by parents through a "Taste" of the World feast.
The day was coordinated by NCHS faculty-member, Mr. Stephen Kai Nemeth with valuable assistance from freshman class-moderator, Mrs. Judith Sheedy, campus minister Mrs. Julie Fulkerson, the freshman team of homeroom teachers, members of the administration, and parent volunteers.
Annual Fund Update
Sophomore Parents Lead in Participation in Annual Fund 04-05
In the quest for 100% parent participation in the 2004-2005 Excellence in Education Annual Fund, the Sophomore parents lead the pack by 2.12% over the Juniors, closely followed by the Senior parents, Jr. High and Freshmen parents.
"The size of the gift isn't as important as the need for every parent to give something to the Annual Fund," says Carol Cradick, who is co-chair of the 2004-2005 Excellence in Education Annual Fund along with her husband David, better known as "Kidd Kraddick" of KISS FM 106.1.
"Not only do foundations and grant funders look more favorably on institutions where their constituents give at a high percentage, but this money is needed now more than ever to cover the unbudgeted, unexpected expenses which we incurred over the last few months," says Cradick.
Over the winter, pipes broke under E Hall causing $24,674 in damage. There have been an unusual number of breakdowns and repairs some of which is being covered by insurance. Although regular maintenance is covered in the yearly budget, over $35,692 in unexpected repairs is not covered by insurance and is stretching an already tight budget.
If you haven't made your gift yet to the EIE Annual Fund, please follow the link below to download your donation form. As a reminder, parent giving counts towards each division per student.
Click for more information on how you can support NCHS
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The Links
Cheerleader tryouts - mandatory meetings, more>>
Big Band Dance, March 19, more>>
Speech & Debate tournament results and new member meeting, more>>
Campus Ministry ~ Beautiful Feet Ministries
~ As part of our Lenten reflections, the Christian Life Community spent Wednesday evening, February 23rd, with the Beautiful Feet Ministries family.
German Club Winterfest team results, more>>
College Fair, Coming Up!! The Nolan Catholic College Fair - March 22, 7:00 p.m. in the arena. Over 50 colleges/universities will be represented. All juniors and sophomores and their parents should plan to attend. Get a jump on the college process. The colleges will be posted on the Guidance web page in March, more>>
Project Graduation ~ Fashion Show, Sunday, March 13, more>>
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