ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Lent starts tomorrow.  Remember, it is through mastery of small disciplines that we become capable of greater things.

• Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology Open House March 10, 2022 5-8 pm at 3602 Marquette Rd. #2 Peru.

• Congratulations to Rylan Heersink & Brady Mudge who were selected as the January Elks Teens of the Month.

• Congratulations to the ACC student of the Month Maureen Gensler!  Maureen is a student in the Early Childhood Education Program. Read the article about Maureen in the ACC newsletter that was sent to your student email yesterday.

• Scholastic Bowl practice today and Thursday after school in the Art Studio Regionals on Monday

• Ash Wednesday prayer service tomorrow.  Please bring a pen or pencil so you can write out your Lenten resolutions.

• It is Fat Tuesday.  Stop by Fr. Ronald's office for candy before Lent begins.

• Lincoln College will be visiting during lunch periods on Thursday. American Academy of Art will be visiting Friday.

   HOMEROOM MEETING

• Abbie George, Trenton Acuncius, Dan Dugosh, Stephen Shaver and Jake Bradach.Please see Fr. Ronald NOW during homeroom.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 28, 2022

It's important to realize that you can't journey to a new place and at the same time stay where you are.

• Just a reminder that all students who leave study hall MUST sign-out so your teacher knows where you are.  It is VERY IMPORTANT that we know where to find you every period!

• Lent is just around the corner.  Ash Wednesday in a few days.  Good time to start thinking of your Lenten resolutions.

• All going on the Mystery Trip, check your school e-mail for a message from Fr, Ronald and let him know you received his message.

• Congratulations to our St. Bede Polar Plungers! They raised the highest amount of pledges for Special Olympics of all participating high schools 😊

• Service Hours Opportunity:  Utica Knights of Columbus need students to help with their Pork Chop Dinner and with their Lenten Fish Fry’s.

  Time: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

  There has been a change to the dates previously announced.

  Dates are: Tuesday March 1st - Pork Chop Dinner

  The fish frys are:

   Friday March 11, 2022

  Friday March 25, 2022

   Friday April 8, 2022

  This information is also in x2vol on the service opportunities google doc  Contact:  Mrs. Prushinski to sign-up; Rm 111 or sprushinski@st-bede.com 

• Service Hours Opportunity:  Illinois Valley Animal Rescue is needing volunteers for their annual auction on Saturday April 9th from 4:00-9:00 P at Grand Bear Lodge.  Please call or text 815-258-8346 to sign-up to volunteer. All information is available on x2vol service opportunity google doc.

• Life guard training at Illinois Valley YMCA, information on the main bulletin board.

• Guest forms for the Turnabout Dance need to be submitted to the main office today.

• Juniors who plan to take an Area Career Center class next year need to let Ms. Bernabei know which class they want TODAY to save your spot. Send Ms. Bernabei an email or stop in guidance. You will still have time to change your mind later.

• Attentions Juniors: you do NOT need to register for the school-day SAT that you will take at St. Bede on March 23rd.  Online registration is required if you choose to take an additional SAT on a Saturday national test date. Remember that your highest SAT or ACT score from tests taken between Aug-June of your junior year will be used, along with your unweighted GPA, to determine Illinois State Scholar recipients. You may want to register for a Saturday national test date to take the ACT or an additional SAT during this time period to be sure you earn your highest score possible. Only your highest test score will be used. You do not need to take both ACT and SAT.  See Ms. Bernabei at least one week before the registration deadline if you need help. DO NOT wait until the last minute. Test locations fill up quickly and you may not get a seat.

  • SAT Registration Deadline Test Date

  April 8 April 26

  May 5 May 26

  ACT Registration Deadline Test Date

  Feb 25 April 2

  June 11 May 6

   HOMEROOM MEETING

• Alyssa Engels, Amy Tran, Sam Bima and Jordyn Martin.  Please see Fr. Ronald NOW during homeroom.

• Adrianna Buchannan and Matt English see Mrs. Manning in room 26 during homeroom today!!

• ANYONE THAT BORROWED A CHROMEBOOK CHARGER LAST WEEK PLEASE RETURN TO THE MAIN OFFICE NOW!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 25, 2022

When we pray for those in need, we participate in God's work in their lives.  Today let us pray for the people of Ukraine. 

• All Polar Plungers check your school e-mail for a message from Fr, Ronald and let him know you received his message.

• Today is the last day to purchase tickets turnabout dance tickets in Mrs. Manning’s room (26/28). Stop by throughout the day during homeroom, passing periods, and lunch. The dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym and the cost is $5.00 per person. You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28.

• Lent is just around the corner.  Ash Wednesday in a few days.  Good time to start thinking of Lenten resolutions.

• Musical rehearsal today at 3:30 for everyone in the ensemble and cast! The show is 20 days away!

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Duncan Lawler, Addie Bontz, Veronica Martin, Marco Rizzi.  See Fr. Ronald NOW during homeroom.

• Blair Stuepfert please see Mrs. Plankenhorn

• Paige Tomaseski, Alyssa Torri, Alyssa Schirz, Addison Bontz see Ms. Bernabei now.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 24, 2022

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thursday, February 24, 2022

We have been given the mission to transform the world. 

• Polar Plungers get your permission forms and support in to Fr. Ronald.  If he's not in his office, put them under his door.

• Good luck to Ella Hermes tonight at the Sectional 3 point competition!

• Heritage Club members interested in the Encanto viewing party after school on Wednesday, March 2 need to sign up in Mrs. Rynkewicz's room by this Friday.

• Service Hours Opportunity:  Utica Knights of Columbus need students to help with their Pork Chop Dinner and with their Lenten Fish Fry’s.

  • Time: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

  • There has been a change to the dates previously announced.

  • Dates are: Tuesday March 1st - Pork Chop Dinner

    • The fish fries are: Friday March 11, 2022, Friday March 25, 2022, Friday April 8, 2022

    • This information is also in x2vol on the service opportunities google doc 

    • Contact:  Mrs. Prushinski to sign-up; Rm 111 or sprushinski@st-bede.com 

• Tomorrow is a schedule 2 dress code day.  Jeans may be worn free of charge no holes or rips a modest top; no half shirts and no hoodies. If you choose not to wear jeans our daily DENNIS uniform dress code needs to be followed.

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. You can purchase tickets in Mrs. Manning’s room (26/28) throughout the day during homeroom, passing periods, and lunch through Friday, Feb. 25. She’ll also be available before school starting at 7:30 am daily. The cost is $5.00 per person. You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. 

• There will be no Turnabout ticket sales on today during periods E – H.

• Scholastic Bowl at Riverdale bus leaving today at 3:00pm

• Ms. Gavina’s H period study hall please report to Mrs. Rynkewicz’s room for class today.

• Service Hours Opportunity:  Illinois Valley Animal Rescue is needing volunteers for their annual auction on Saturday April 9th from 4:00-9:00 P at Grand Bear Lodge.  Please call or text 815-258-8346 to sign-up to volunteer. All information is available on x2vol service opportunity google doc.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 22, 2022

We all matter to God.  Once you realize that, kindness comes easily.

• All Polar Plungers come to the LOFT right now to register for Saturday's plunge.

• Many of our sisters and brothers are hungry.  Let's remember them and fill the BIG BLUE CART in the science center.

• Congratulations to the Scholastic Bowl team finishing in 3rd place in the Masonic Lodge 2A sectionals on Saturday.

• Scholastic Bowl team practice today after school in the Art Studio

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. You can purchase tickets in Mrs. Manning’s room (26/28) throughout the day during homeroom, passing periods, and lunch through Friday, Feb. 25. She’ll also be available before school starting at 7:30 am daily. The cost is $5.00 per person. You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. 

• There will be no Turnabout ticket sales on Thursday, Feb. 24 periods E – H.

• Stephen Shaw & Jack Wallace see Mrs. Olivero Gong During their Study hall today.

• Tessa Dugosh, Jadyn Martin, Aubrey Siebert, Madison Stanbary, please see Ms. Bernabei during your study hall today.

• Ashlyn Ehm please pick up your softball gear from Mrs. Griggs today.

• Step sisters in Cinderella please see Mrs. Griggs at 2:40 today for music rehearsal

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Cheerleaders: Lauren Griggs, Bella Verucchi, Ava Stone, Andrea Brandner, Alyssa Schneider, Ruby Burr, Gwen Wiesbrock, and Madisyn Rhodes please see Mrs. Plankenhorn.

• Renn Ludford please see Mrs. Morrow during homeroom today.

• Daliayah Farris, Amy Tran, Erin Dove please see Ms. Bernabei now.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 18, 2022

Giving and receiving mercy is central to living the life God calls us to.

• Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd will be rescheduled.

• Those going on Ski trip and Polar Plunge members turn in your permission forms to Fr. Ronald today. If he is not in his office when you bring the form, put in basket on his desk.

• A representative from the Polar Plunge will be here on Tuesday during

• The bus for the Ski Trip will leave at 8:00 on Monday morning.

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. You can purchase tickets in Mrs. Manning’s room (26/28) throughout the day during homeroom, passing periods, and lunch through Friday, Feb. 25. She’ll also be available before school starting at 7:30 am daily. The cost is $5.00 per person. The following rules will be in place: 

  •           You DO NOT have to fill out a Covid form in order to attend. However, EVERYONE will be required to wear a mask. If you are not wearing one during the dance you will be asked to leave. 

  •           You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. This date is firm and no exceptions will be allowed.

• Scholastic Bowl Masonic Tournament tomorrow at Herscher bus leaving at 6:00 am

• Service Hours Opportunity for this Saturday February 2/19:  Serena Rogers at Washington Jr High in Oglesby is in need of volunteers to help paint a backdrop for their musical.  It will be starting around 12:00 and last about 2-3 hours.  If able to help please email music@oglesbysos.org or armstrongs@ops125.net, text or call 815-556-9338.  Information is also posted on the Service Opportunities document in x2vol.

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Stage Rats meet with Fr. Dominic in his classroom during homeroom today. Rm 231

• All food car teams need to be finalized TODAY see Mr. Fitz now for more details.

• All cheerleaders please pick up your items in Mrs. Plankenhorn’s office.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 17, 2022

All of our efforts to avoid the difficulties of life lead us far away from everything that is deeply satisfying.

• Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd this evening.  Sign- up sheet on Fr. Ronald's door.  Please sign up by noon today.

• Those going on Ski trip and Polar Plunge members turn in your permission forms to Fr. Ronald by tomorrow.

• Lectio today during lunch periods is Mrs. Prushinki's room #111.  If you are unable to attend, let Fr. Ronald know now, so that the right number Bruin Bowls are prepared.  Newcomers always welcome.

• Scholastic Bowl practice after school in the art studio.

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. You can purchase tickets in Mrs. Manning’s room (26/28) throughout the day during homeroom, passing periods, and lunch through Friday, Feb. 25. She’ll also be available before school starting at 7:30 am daily. The cost is $5.00 per person. The following rules will be in place: 

  •           You DO NOT have to fill out a Covid form in order to attend. However, EVERYONE will be required to wear a mask. If you are not wearing one during the dance you will be asked to leave. 

  •           You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. This date is firm and no exceptions will be allowed.

• Service Hours Opportunity for this Saturday February 2/19:  Serena Rogers at Washington Jr High in Oglesby is in need of volunteers to help paint a backdrop for their musical.  It will be starting around 12:00 and last about 2-3 hours.  If able to help please email music@oglesbysos.org or armstrongs@ops125.net, text or call 815-556-9338.  Information is also posted on the Service Opportunities document in x2vol.

• Service Hours Opportunities for March and April:  Utica Knights of Columbus need students to help with their Lenten Fish Fries. From 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Dates:  Friday March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, April 1st and 8th. Contact:  Mrs. Prushinski to sign-up; Rm 111 or sprushinski@st-bede.com

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Biona Useini Please see Fr. Ronald, now, during homeroom in the LOFT.

• All students going to Last Supper Club tonight please meet Fr. Ronald in the LOFT NOW.

• Aleah Espel please see Mrs. Plankenhorn now.

• Aaron Wang and David Liu see Mrs. Wagner now during homeroom.

• Ava Manicki, Auggie Wiesbrock, Mina Trandinh, Please bring your Chromebooks to the main office. 

• Ryan Brady, Sadie Koehler, Alivia Payne please come to guidance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Ask God to remind you that more is not necessarily better.

• ALL STUDENTS you need to bring your ID to lunch!!

• Applications for the Rural Health Career Camp are open now. Deadline is March 27, 2022. The link has been emailed to your parents and can be found on the Guidance Facebook and Twitter page.

• Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd tomorrow.  Sign- up sheet on Fr. Ronald's door.  Please sign up by noon today.

• Polar Plunge members see Fr. Ronald to pick up permission form.

• Lectio tomorrow.  If you are unable to attend, let Fr. Ronald know, so that the right number Bruin Bowls are prepared.  Newcomers always welcome.

• Those going on ski trip, get your permission forms in.

• Stage Rats meet tonight at 7:30 in the gym.

• Drama doesn’t just walk into your life out of nowhere, you either create it, invite it, or associate with people that bring it in.

   HOMEROOM MEETING

• All Boarding Students please meet in the refectory during homeroom today.

• Scholastic Bowl Team meet today during homeroom in Art Studio.

• Thomas Harris and Michael Shaw see Fr. Dominic during homeroom in his classroom.

• Madison Stanbary please see Mrs. Plankenhorn

ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Sometimes you need to hold on and sometimes you need to let go.  Ask God to show you which is his plan for you now.

• CONGRATULATIONS Lady Bruins on your win last night in regional play.  We are proud of you!!

• Ski Trip on Monday, the 21st.  Payment due.

• Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd on Thursday. Sign- up sheet on Fr. Ronald's door.  Please sign up by noon tomorrow.

• Polar Plunge on February 26th.  Sign-up is still possible.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• Lectio on Thursday.  Newcomers always welcome.

• Period F PE please bring study material to Mrs. Griggs classroom today for class

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. You can purchase tickets in Mrs. Manning’s room (26/28) throughout the day during passing periods and lunch from Monday, Feb. 14 through Friday, Feb. 25. She’ll also be available before school starting at 7:30 am daily. The cost is $5.00 per person. The following rules will be in place: 

  •           You DO NOT have to fill out a Covid form in order to attend. However, EVERYONE will be required to wear a mask. If you are not wearing one during the dance you will be asked to leave. 

  •           You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. This date is firm and no exceptions will be allowed.

• Student government members: your help will be needed typing names that Mrs. Manning collects for dance ticket sales. A sign-up sheet is in her room (26/28). Please stop by and select a day – your help would be appreciated! 

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Those going on the Ski Trip meet NOW in the student dining room.

• Everyone interested in Golf next Fall if you missed yesterday’s meeting see Coach Cummings today during homeroom

• The following students are to report to room 16 in the PCS during homeroom today: Abbie George, Erin Gray, Jaden Hart, Grace Jackson, Morgan Jones, Paige Kraml, Veronica Martin, Anna McDonald, Rylee McGunnigal, Katriene Sibbaluca, and Jessica Waddell.

• Samantha Blaskiewicz, Madelyn Torrance, Kristina Penaverde, Ashlyn Ehm, Dominic Fonderoli, Libby Huffaker, Maci Kelly, Quinn McClain, Logan Pineda, Paige Tomaseski, Samantha Wagner, Coco Wu, Grady Gillan, Jazmin Barreras, Adriana Buchanan please see Ms. Bernabei now.

• Ben Koyak please see Mrs. Plankenhorn today during homeroom.

• Anyone interested in the IVCC food car competition please see Mr. Fitzpatrick during homeroom today or tomorrow.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 11, 2022

God is not in the business of tweaking.  God is in the business of transformation.  

• We have a JEAN DAY today.  Funds collected help our local sisters and brothers who are in need. Even if you rather not wear jeans, please consider a donation.

• The BIG BLUE CART (in science center) has just a few bags of food in it.  Hope you and your family will consider giving food to assist the hungry in our area.

• Ski Trip on Monday, the 21st.  Payment due this coming Monday the 14th.  You can still sign up.

• Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd.  This coming Thursday, the 17th.  Sign- up sheet on Fr. Ronald's door

• Polar Plunge on February 26th.  Sign-up is still possible.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. Ticket sales will be held Monday, Feb. 14 through Friday, Feb. 25. The cost is $5.00 per person. The following rules will be in place:  

  ·      You DO NOT have to fill out a Covid form in order to attend. However, EVERYONE will be required to wear a mask. If you are not wearing one during the dance you will be asked to leave.  

  ·      You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. This date is firm and no exceptions will be allowed. See Mrs. Manning if you have questions. 

• Senior 7th semester transcripts are now complete and have been uploaded to parchment and the Common App. Seniors who want to see your transcript and GPA need to place an order in Parchment. Instructions for Parchment have been sent to seniors in your school email for those who need it. Remember, the transcript icon in Parchment does not update to show your most recent transcript. If you want to see the most recent copy of your transcript you must order a transcript to be sent to yourself. You will then receive an email from Parchment with a link. Click on the link to download your transcript.

• Seniors, this is a reminder to make sure your service hours are entered, verified and approved.  If you do not completed your service hour requirement you will not graduate. You will not receive your final transcript or diploma until this graduation requirement is met.

• Stage Rats crew TONIGHT at 7:30 in the gym.

• A retainer was found after lunch yesterday. It is in the main office.

• Good luck to the individual wrestlers and girls’ bowling team at Sectionals tomorrow!

• We are a safe school zone remember to be RESPONSIBLE and speak up when someone is being mistreated. To show your INTEGRITY by doing what is right. To always RESPECT your school, teachers and each other. To SPEAK UP to teachers – it’s all confidential. Do not be a complacent BYSTANDER.

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Kristal DeLaTorre, Hayden Arkins, Evan Fitzpatrick, Rubi DeLaTorre, Seth Ferrari, Henry Mertel, James Erwin and Summer Conlin please come to the main office now.

• Pia Mindrup please see Mr. Harlow with your chromebook and charger.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, February 10, 2022

We must not allow the mistakes of our lives to discourage us from boldly living our faith. 

• Looking for one more Softball Team Manager:  See Mrs. Mennie in the Business Office if interested.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• Ski Trip on Monday, the 21st.  Payment due this coming Monday, the 14th.  You can still sign up.

• Looking ahead.  Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd.  Next Thursday, the 17th.

• Polar Plunge on February 26th.  Sign-up is still possible.

• Jean Day tomorrow to support our needy sisters and brothers. If you can help in collecting money, please see Fr. Ronald.  Jeans must be in good repair, no holes or rips, no half/crop tops and no hoodies.  If you choose not to wear jeans the daily DENNIS uniform dress code needs to be followed. 

• All student government members need to see Mrs. Manning to sign up for a day to sell Turnabout Dance tickets. Stop by her room in the basement anytime throughout the day before Friday! An information sheet will be given to you at that time

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. Ticket sales will be held Monday, Feb. 14 through Friday, Feb. 25 during each of the lunch periods. The cost is $5.00 per person. The following rules will be in place:

  ·      You DO NOT have to fill out a Covid form in order to attend. However, EVERYONE will be required to wear a mask. If you are not wearing one during the dance you will be asked to leave. 

  · You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. This date is firm and no exceptions will be allowed. See Mrs. Manning if you have questions.

• Tea Club meets TODAY after school in the commons.  Have some tea, honey, and biscuits.

• Scholastic Bowl practice today after school in the Art Studio

• Senior 7th semester transcripts are now complete and have been uploaded to parchment and the Common App. Seniors who want to see your transcript and GPA need to place an order in Parchment. Instructions for Parchment have been sent to seniors in your school email for those who need it.

• Service Hour Opportunities for March and April:  Knights of Columbus in Utica need volunteers to help with their Friday Fish Fries during Lent.  The dates are March 4th, 11th, 18th ,25th, April 1st and 8th.  Need volunteers from 4:00-7:00 PM.  Please contact Mrs. Prushinski for information and to sign-up.

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• The following please see Fr. Ronald, now, during homeroom: Connor Brown, Paige Kraml, Veronica Martin, Marco Rizzi, Brianna Torres, Alyssa Torri, Bella Verucchi.

• Girl’s bowling team please come to the main office during homeroom.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Jesus cares more about your future than he does about your past. 

• Searching for Softball Team Manager(s). Looking for 1-2 students per team (freshman & varsity) Duties: Set up and tear down for practices and home games, Announcing using, PA system, Potential team concessions.  Practice starts February 28. Freshman 3:30-5:00, Varsity 5:00-6:30.  See Mrs. Mennie in the business office. Participation can be strictly volunteer based, or credit towards work study and/or service hours. Student cannot be playing on the softball team.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• The Big Blue Cart is empty.  Let's bring food in for our hungry sisters and brothers.

• Ski Trip on Monday, the 21st.  Payment due this coming Monday, the 14th.  You can still sign up.

• Looking ahead.  Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd.  Next Thursday, the 17th.

• Polar Plunge on February 26th.  Sign-up is still possible.

• Jean Day on Friday to support our needy sisters and brothers.

• Kailey Moore, Paige Tomaseski, Ella Mudge, and Ashlyn Ehm please see Mrs. Griggs today to pick up your softball uniforms

• All student government members need to see Mrs. Manning to sign up for a day to sell Turnabout Dance tickets. Stop by her room in the basement anytime throughout the day before Friday! An information sheet will be given to you at that time. 

• The Turnabout Dance will be on Saturday, March 5 from 7-9 pm in the gym. Ticket sales will be held Monday, Feb. 14 through Friday, Feb. 25 during each of the lunch periods. The cost is $5.00 per person. The following rules will be in place:

  ·  You DO NOT have to fill out a Covid form in order to attend. However, EVERYONE will be required to wear a mask. If you are not wearing one during the dance you will be asked to leave. 

  ·  You may bring a guest from another school. Saint Bede students are responsible for picking up a guest form in the main office AND returning it to the main office by Monday, Feb. 28. This date is firm and no exceptions will be allowed. See Mrs. Manning if you have questions.

• Tea Club meets Thursday (tomorrow) after school in the commons.  Have some tea, honey, and biscuits.

• Scholastic Bowl practice tomorrow after school in the Art Studio

• Students make sure you are double checking EVERY assignment you submit in Google Classroom as soon as you submit it.  If the assignment is coming up blank you need to Mr. Harlow immediately. 

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• The following please see Fr. Ronald, now, during homeroom: Grace Irwin, Ben Koyak, Sam Bima Addie Bontz, Connor Brown, Johnathon Hackney, Paige Kraml, Duncan Lawler.

• Thomas Harris please see Mrs. Plankenhorn.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 8, 2022

We reach the ultimate goal of our journey one step at a time. 

• Instructors- Due to Juniors in the gym for A period, Mrs. Plankenhorn will be pulling B period attendance as our daily attendance today.  Please remember to submit your B period attendance.

• Searching for Softball Team Manager(s). Looking for 1-2 students per team (freshman & varsity) Duties: Set up and tear down for practices and home games, Announcing using, PA system, Potential team concessions.  Practice starts February 28. Freshman 3:30-5:00, Varsity 5:00-6:30.  See Mrs. Mennie in the business office. Participation can be strictly volunteer based, or credit towards work study and/or service hours. Student cannot be playing on the softball team.

• Softball players pick up uniforms in the refectory right after school today.  Varsity basketball players can pick up uniforms after practice.

• This week is national school counselor’s week!  Thank you, Ms. Bernabei for all your hard work and dedication to the students of the Academy!

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• There will be class prayer services and breakfast, in gym, during Period A.  SOPHOMORES tomorrow.

• The Big Blue Cart is empty.  Let's bring food in for our hungry sisters and brothers.

• Ski Trip on Monday, the 21st.  Payment due this coming Monday, the 14th.  If you signed up, you will receive details today.

• ØLooking ahead.  Last Supper Club outing to Dick's in Ladd.  Next Thursday, the 17th.

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Student government members should meet in Mrs. Manning's room during homeroom today for a short meeting.

• Zayd Khan, Jake Bradach, Paul Hart, Anton Cain, Katriene Sibbaluca and Jessica Waddell please see Mrs. Nambo

• Stephen Shaw see Mrs. Ficek during homeroom or sometime today.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, February 7, 2022

Great lives belong to those who see life as a generosity contest.

• The north half of the second-floor construction is beginning today.  Old main stairwell and north stair tower are the only useable stairwells for the remainder of the semester.  Second floor student restrooms are also closed.

• Congratulations to the Lady Bruin Bowlers and Wrestlers on advancing to sectionals. We are so proud of all of you!  

• This week Catholic Schools Week is being extended.  The theme is:  Faith, Excellence, Service.  There will be class prayer services and breakfast, in gym, during Period A.  JUNIORS tomorrow and SOPHOMORES on Wednesday.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• The Big Blue Cart is empty.  Let's bring food in for our hungry sisters and brothers.

• POLAR PLUNGERS please check your e-mail for information on how to register on-line and how your sponsors can make their pledge.

• Please pray for our girls who are on the last day of their TEC (Teens Encounter Christ) weekend.

• If you are going on the ski trip on February 21st, payment will be due a week from today.  Details will be given tomorrow.

• Scholastic Bowl today at Bureau Valley bus leaving at 3:45

• Attention Stage Rats! This week's work sessions are now posted on Google Classroom, starting with 7:30 tonight in the gym. On some days there are after school sessions as well. 

• There will be a bake sale today during all lunch periods. Bring your dollar bills. Items are packaged individually in Ziploc bags and marked $1.00 each. Student government will donate the money to local charities including Perfectly Flawed, IVAR, and PADS. Thank you for your support!

ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, February 4, 2022

Just as God is patient with you and your failures, so too does God desire that you be patient with others. 

• Yesterday was the anniversary of the death of Fr. Gilbert Simon and 3 students, 116 years ago, in 1906.  Many students and their prefects were ice skating on the slough near the river.  All were told not to gather, but a boy had a camera.  They gathered for a photo and the ice broke. Most of the boys were saved by Fr. Gilbert and the other prefects, but 3 boys drowned as did Fr. Gilbert trying to save them.  On the north end of the first floor of the school is a large stone plaque/monument to them. Check it out.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• This week is Catholic Schools Week is being extended.  The theme is:  Faith, Excellence, Service.  There will be class prayer services and breakfast, in gym, during Period A.  JUNIORS on Tuesday and SOPHOMORES on Wednesday.

• The Big Blue Cart is empty.  Let's bring food in for our hungry sisters and brothers.

• Yesterday the feast of St. Blaise.  The St. Blaise blessing will be given today in the hallways between classes.

• POLAR PLUNGERS please check your e-mail for information on how to register on-line and how your sponsors can make their pledge.

• Please pray for our girls who will be on their TEC (Teens Encounter Christ) weekend.

• Student government will host a bake sale during each lunch on Monday. All items will be in Ziploc bags and marked $1.00 each. The money collected will support local area charities such as Perfectly Flawed, IVAR, and PADS. We hope everyone remembers to bring your dollar bills! Thanks for your support!

• SENIORS- your senior night forms need to be turned in TODAY. Senior night is Tuesday!

• Scholastic Bowl Monday at Bureau Valley bus leaving at 3:45

• Maximo Medina, Ali Arslan, William Chen, Eason Wang, Steven Zhang, and Thomas Zhao please be in Mrs. Wagner’s office at 1:30 today.

• Good luck to girls’ bowling and the wrestlers at Regionals tomorrow!

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• All Senior varsity boys’ basketball players, Aubree Acuncius, Ali Bosnich, Payton Giordano, Alan Spencer, Nolan May and Emily Robbins please see Mrs. Nambo.

• Softball players meet in refectory for quick meeting.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday, February 1, 2022

It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it. 

• On Monday, February 21st there will be a ski trip to Alpine Valley Ski Resort.  The group cost per person is:  $55 for ski lift, $35 for ski and $10 for helmet rental.   Sign up now.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• This week is Catholic Schools Week.  The theme is:  Faith, Excellence, Service.  There will be class prayer services and breakfast, in gym, during Period A.  JUNIORS tomorrow. Juniors report to the gym for your A period.

• The Big Blue Cart is empty.  Let's bring food in for our hungry sisters and brothers.

• Scholastic Bowl today at Seneca bus leaving at 3:00

• Girls basketball tonight: Sophomore game will start at 5:00 pm and varsity 6:15pm in Seneca. Bus will leave at 3:30 pm.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday, January 31, 2022

What is really important is what happens within us. not outside us. 

• Please keep Mrs. Mershon and her family in your prayers her mother passed away yesterday.  May she rest in peace.

• Trenton Acuncius rolled a 1,310 six-game series Saturday to finish seventh at the IHSA State Bowling Tournament at St. Clair Lanes in O'Fallon. Trenton finished with a two-day total of 2,674 to finish 92 pins behind state champion Ethan Caruso, of Minooka.  Trenton is the first St. Bede Academy Bowler to make it to the state series!  Trenton your Bruin family is incredibly proud of you!

• Scholastic Bowl at Orion tonight bus leaving at 3:30

• Polar Plunge is the last Saturday in February. You can still sign up.  If you registered on-line, your name is highlighted. If not, please register soon.

• On Monday, February 21st there will be a ski trip to Alpine Valley Ski Resort.  The group cost per person is:  $55 for ski lift, $35 for ski and $10 for helmet rental.   Sign up now.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• This week is Catholic Schools Week.  The theme is:  Faith, Excellence, Service.  There will be class prayer services and breakfast, in gym, during Period A beginning with seniors tomorrow.

• Stage Rats meet tonight at 7:30 in the gym. 

   HOMEROOM MEETING

• Bella Verucchi.  Please see Fr. Ronald, now, during homeroom.

• The following students need to come to the Loft now: Anna An, Carleen Chen, Sophia Su, Josie Zhou, Wendy Li, Angel Zhai, Aleda Hoogland, Olivia Lin, Helen Mao and Coco Wu

• Bella Verucchi, Jeanna Ladzinski, Addie Mitchell, Lily RauhFernandez, Bring your Chromebooks to Mr. Harlow’s office.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday, January 28, 2022

Much of the time, holiness is just about doing the things ordinary things of everyday life really well. 

• Grace Irwin and Aleanna Mendoza will be attending Rotary today. Please dismiss them at 11:30.

• City of LaSalle is looking for Summer help. Information has been posted to the guidance Facebook and Twitter page. Deadline for applications is April 4th.

• Mrs. Manning’s period D class report to room 226A for class today

• Polar Plunge is the last Saturday in February. You can still sign up.  Those who have signed up and received information on how to register on-line, please do so. Any questions, see Fr. Ronald.

• On Monday, February 21st there will be a ski trip to Alpine Valley Ski Resort.  The group cost per person is:  $55 for ski lift, $35 for ski and $10 for helmet rental. 

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February, the 26th to 28th.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• This coming week is Catholic Schools Week.  There will be class prayer services and breakfast during Period A beginning with seniors on Tuesday.

• Scholastic Bowl Monday at Orion Bus leaving at 3:30 Tuesday at Seneca Bus leaving after school. 

   HOMEROOM MEETING

• All Senior members of the Scholastic Bowl team see Coach Cummings during home room today

• Mia Waters and Payton Giordano please come to the main office.

• Libby Huffaker please see Mrs. Plankenhorn now.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday, January 27, 2022

It is not God's grace that is lacking, but rather our willingness to cooperate with his grace. 

• Please keep senior Colin Nave and his family in your prayers, his grandmother passed away earlier this week.

• Good luck to Trenton Acuncius as he heads to the State Bowling Tournament today!  It’s a great day to be a BRUIN!!

• Tomorrow is a schedule 2 dress code.  Jeans may be worn free of charge no holes or rips, modest tops, no half shirts or hoodies.  If you choose not to wear jeans our daily DENNIS uniform dress code must be followed.

• Polar Plunge is the last Saturday in February. You can still sign up.  Those who have signed up and received information on how to register on-line, please do so. Any questions, see Fr. Ronald.

• On Monday, February 21st there will be a ski trip to Alpine Valley Ski Resort.  The group cost per person is:  $45 for ski lift and $35 for ski rental.  Soon a sign-up sheet is on Fr. Ronald's office door.

• The next Boys' TEC is the end of February.  If you want an application or to know more, see Fr. Ronald.

• The Youth Environmental Summit, created by students at Pontiac Township High School, is looking for students at any grade level to talk for 5-8 mins in a TED Talk format to share their experiences with environmental action and activism.  Students who participate as a presenter will receive service hours. See your student email for more information.

• Any Freshmen interested in playing baseball needs to see Coach Eustice today for information!

• Wrestlers and managers need to dismiss at 2:25 today.

• Students – Be sure you are double checking your work when you submit assignments in Google Classroom when using Doc Hub.  Some assignments are being turned in blank when using Doc Hub.  If you are having this problem, please see Mr. Harlow

  HOMEROOM MEETING

• Any boys interested in playing Tennis this spring please meet in the refectory now for a quick meeting.

• Avery Entrican, Jake Bradach.  Please see Fr. Ronald, now, during homeroom.

• Ryan Slingsby, Haiden Ator, Bella Verucchi, Anna An, Mina Trandinh, bring your Chromebooks to Mr. Harlow’s Office

ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Discipline is the path that leads to fullness of life. 

• Seniors, coaches should have handed out the senior night form. Please fill out and return to Mrs. Nambo. Senior night is Feb. 8th.

• Anyone who would like to sell 50/50 for service hours at Saturday night’s home game please see Mrs. Nambo.

• Polar Plunge is the last Saturday in February.  This will benefit Special Olympics.  If you signed up and are no longer interested, please cross your name out.  If interested and haven't signed up, add your name to sign on Fr. Ronald's door. Directions on how to register will be given TODAY to all who have signed up.

• On Monday, February 21st there will be a skit trip to Alpine Valley Ski Resort.  The group cost per person is:  $45 for ski lift and $35 for ski rental.  Soon a sign-up sheet is on Fr. Ronald's office door.

• Scholastic Bowl practice tomorrow in the Art Studio after school

• Attention Stage Rats! Be sure to check the Stage Rat Google Classroom page every day for our work schedule. We work tonight, Thursday and Friday.

• Winter sport athletes be sure to COVID test during your study hall.  Do not eat or drink for 1 hour prior to testing.  Any other students that are wanting to test may do so also.  If you have had a positive result with in the last 90 days you do not have to test.

• Service Hours Opportunity:  The IL Valley YMCA in Peru is looking for individuals to do promo photos and videos for their new website.

• Interested parties should contact Mrs. Gengler for more information.

    HOMEROOM MEETING

• Mina Trandinh, Isabel Villalobos, Sierah Shaver, Zoe Roebuck, Megan Olson, Jaden Hart, Maureen Gensler, Summer Conlin, Paige Pyszka, Madison McGunnigal, Ava Manicki, Morgan Jones, Grace Irwin and Aleanna Mendoza please see Mrs. Nambo.

• Student government will meet during homeroom today. Go to Mrs. Manning's room 26/28 in the basement.

• Grace Irwin come to Mr. Harlow’s office.