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Today's News 
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TODAY'S HOT LUNCH: Chicken Strips, Mac and Cheese and Green Beans.
Any Seniors planning to take their Theology Final TODAY in class MUST check in with Father Joe before 3rd hour.
SENIORS: As you finish up with your lockers, please get a tag from Mr. Bosch or the front office to ID your lock with your name and the combination. If you don't know your lock combination , check with the office. DO NOT GUESS. Also, as you clean out your lockers please put any and all books, notebooks, pens, pencils, etc. in the boxes outside the Computer Lab.
Attention all PE Leader applicants: Remember the forms need to be completed and returned to the PE department by the end of school TODAY.
Hey Saber Pack Members: Dig out your T-shirts and support our softball and baseball teams at their home games TODAY. Let's cheer them on to a victory! The girls soccer team begin playoffs on Monday in Decatur. If you can't make these games, give them a "Good Luck" as you pass them in the hall!
All applications for the STM Mentor Program needs to be turned in to Alex Bechtel, Marie Kiser or Mrs. Bedwell by the end of the day TODAY.
Senior Girls: PE lockers need to be cleaned out TODAY by 3:30pm. If you are in a spring sport and need to keep your locker, please see Coach Kukuck.
Next years Football Team is looking for a Team Statistician. They are also looking for Team Managers. Please see Coach Hennessey if you are interested in either position.
Students planning on going to the Yearbook Summer Workshop need to turn forms in to Mrs. Timmermann by Tuesday, May 13th. See Mrs. Timmermann if you have any questions.
There will be a Girls Basketball meeting on Tuesday after school in the cafetorium. All players planning to play next season, please plan to attend this short 15 minute meeting. If have any questions, please see Coach Menning.
A mandatory meeting for all STM Ambassadors (with the exception of Seniors) will be Wednesday at 7:30am in the Library.
If you are interested in joining Madrigals for next year, there will be an audition clinic on Wednesday, May 14th from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. All interested students are required to audition and attend the entire clinic. See Mr. Stefanic if you have any questions.
Kathy Perkins, Head of the Theatre Department at U of I, is offering a walking tour on Friday, May 18th. Meet Ms. Prosser in the lobby of the Krannert at 6:00pm. Students will tour back stage and watch at rehearsal. Contact Mrs. Bunyan if you have any questions.
Any Boys Basketball Players who have not yet paid Coach Bosch for the Summer Basketball Program needs have your money to him by the end of the school year.
ALL STUDENTS: In the past, Student Services has made every effort to accomodate students' course requests in their schedules. However, as student enrollment increases, it becomes more difficult to accomodate all requests. Previously, we allowed many students to sit in on a "regular" class but perform the workload of an "honors" class and receive honors credit. We will not be able to do this any longer. Please be ready to make alternate choices if you do not receive your first choice. Seniors receive priority, then juniors, then sophomores and then freshmen.
Mrs. Bedwell has a map of the United States with a notation of where our seniors have been accepted at college. Feel free to write your name by the slip of with your college. If one of your acceptances is not on the map, please let Mrs. Bedwell know and she'll add your college to the map.
Freshmen students: don't forget to sign-up to work at the Assembly Hall for your class fundraiser. Sign-up sheet is in Mrs. Hakl's room.
Are you in need of Service Hours ideas? See Mrs. Oliveira for details.
Attention: All girls interested in softball, don't forget that open gyms are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15pm to 4:30pm.
ATTENTION: Action Inflatables Mega Events, Inc. is looking for workers. You must be 16 years old and enjoy being around young kids. Flexible hours. Starting pay $10.00 per hour. Please call Greg Tresslar at 217-202-3139 if you are interested.
ATTENTION ALL PARENTS: A reminder, the ISBE Transportation Reimbursement form is available in the front office until 1:30pm, June 26th. After the June 26th deadline you will not be able to take advantage of this reimbursement from the State of Illinois. Students are not permitted to bring this form home, nor can the student fill out the form for you. The information MUST be submitted by the parent or guardian. You will need your social security number (NOT THE STUDENT'S) and the one-way mileage from your home address to STM (ISBE recommends using MapQuest). Again, the deadline for this application is 1:30pm, June 26, 2008. NO APPLICATIONS CAN BE SUBMITTED AFTER THIS DATE.
ATTENTION ALL PARENTS: If you wish to meet with Mr. Millage for any reason, please call Mrs. Tracey Johnson at 352-7210 to set up an appointment.
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Paideia News (click to hide/show)
December 31, 2007
Tom and Andrea Harrington - 2007 Paideia Award Honorees
The High School of Saint Thomas More hosted its Second Annual Showcase of Thanks honoring its loyal and committed donors. Father Stephen Willard, President of the STM Pastors' Board, presented the 2007 Paideia Award to Tom and Andrea Harrington.
Fundraising News (click to hide/show)
May 3, 2008
GR-R-Reat Saber Raffle Winners are...
Congratulations to the following GR-R-Reat Saber Raffle Winners...
$15,000: Donna Miller
$2,500: Mary Wurth
$250 Seller Winners: 5 plus Winners: Carla Grady and Felix/Cathy Cimakasky
$500: Donald Custin, Jean Jones, Scott Lutz, Fr. Martel Scholarship Fund, Margaret Smock, Fr. Keith Walder, and Kevin Waspi
$200: Julie Gay, Esther Johnson, David Mills, Laura Muscatella, Gayle Nogle, Scott Ryle, Mary Schlorff, Julie Schultz, Kathy Thompson and Donna Wetzel
$150: Sue Bonadies, Tom Cain, Mary Cargo, John Carson, Phyllis Cler, Alan Dodds, Teri Ellis, Kenda Hess, Lezlie Kunkel, Susan Jepsen, Joseph Jankowski, Sherman Johnson, William McCabe, Lisa Pierce, Ann Petizy, Marty Sierra-Perry, Steve Simko, Phil Trautman, Jane Wakeland, and Joe Whalen
Winners may stop by STM during normal working hours (M-F 7:30 to 4:00) to claim their cash prize OR may call the office (352-7210) to make other arrangements.
Parent News (click to hide/show)
May 8, 2008
STM News...
CONGRATULATIONS TO STM STUDENTS
Katie Jean, a Junior at The High School of Saint Thomas More, has been selected to the 2008 Hugh Cranford All-Scholastic Team. Only four junior golfers, ages 16-18 are selected for this honor given for academic and athletic achievements. As a member of the 2008 All-Scholastic Team, Katie receives an automatic exemption into the 2008 Optimist International Junior Golf Championships held July 29-August 3 at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This exemption includes an invitation to participate in the championships. Katie will be recognized during the Opening Ceremony on July 30 at PGA National.
Joe Palazzolo, a senior at The High School of St. Thomas More, signed a letter of intent to play collegiate baseball at Quincy University in Quincy, IL. The Quincy Hawks are a NCAA Division II program and a member of The Great Lakes Valley Conference. Joe will major in Sports Communication at Quincy.
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STUDENT CLASS NEWS – FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS
Click here for the latest Student Services tab on our home page for issues of More Guidance Matters.
http://www.hs-stm.org/blogs/rbedwell/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/more-guidance-matters-april-29-2008.pdf
Seniors
1) Naomi Jakobsson, State Representative for the 103rd District is offering a $500 scholarship to one senior from each of the high schools in the district in which she serves. Deadline is May 2, 2008 and applications are available on the rack in the east lobby of our school.
2) Scholarship Giveaway - Visit Michelle's and M2 to view their exclusive 2008 Prom Collection and register to win a $500 scholarship drawn on Saturday, May 3rd. Their select dresses aren't available at any other store in downstate Illinois and they guarantee they won't sell your dress to anyone else at your school. Visit Michelle's and M2 for the complete scholarship details.
3) Busey Bank is offering two Community Reinvestment Act Advisory Committee Scholarships for $1000 each. The purpose of the scholarship is to support the academic endeavors of low and moderate income students. Deadline for filing is May 15, 2008 and applications are available on the rack in the east lobby of our school.
4) If your student has won a college merit award, please let Mrs. Bedwell know. If you want, that information will be listed in the program for the Senior Awards Recognition (even if it is an award from a school that your student will not be attending.) If you’d rather it be kept confidential, please let us know that and we’ll use it for historical purposes only.
Juniors
Attention junior parents whose students are interested in taking Advanced Placement English: Students and at least one parent/guardian are required to attend an informational meeting. The meeting will take place on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 7:00 pm in the school library. Parent(s) and students need only attend once. For questions, please contact Mrs. Neitzel at tneitzel@hs-stm.org.
Student Services
1) AP exams will begin the week of May 5th and conclude May 16th.
2) ACT exams at The High School of Saint Thomas More is June 14, 2008. Sign up online at www.act.org. Registration dead line for June 14th test is May 9th.
3) ACT Prep Course STM English teachers Tracy Neitzel and Krista Mayer will be holding an ACT Prep course open to both Sophomores and Juniors. The class will meet at STM Monday though Friday from 6-8pm beginning June 2 and ending June 13. This class ends prior to the ACT test offered on June 14. The cost is $350, and covers the cost of the course and all materials (two books and one binder of materials). Registration for the STM ACT Prep Course ends on May 15. If you have any questions about the class or need a registration form, please contact Tracy Neitzel at tneitzel@hs-stm.org or call 352-7210 x201.
4) Summer School If you think your student may fail a core class, please begin thinking about summer school. Most, not all, school districts offer summer class with limited classes. We will have forms here (and make them available) whenever the offering schools send us the necessary information. You are encouraged to contact school districts yourself, too. Students wishing to take a summer school class are required to notify The High School of Saint Thomas More Student Services before registering. A permission slip must be signed (these are available in our office.) As stated in our handbook, students may not take a class at summer school that is offered at The High School of Saint Thomas More unless they have failed that class previously here, unless they are attempting to move ahead in the math sequence. Contact Mrs. Robin Bedwell at rbedwell@hs-stm.org or by calling 352-7210.
5) Parkland Pathway to Illinois program – have you heard about it? This is a program that helps provide a seamless transfer and admission process to participating UIUC programs from Parkland College. Participating colleges at UIUC include: ACES, Engineering, and Fine and Applied Arts. Students pay Parkland tuition but integrate their time with resources and classes at Illinois. The priority deadline is May 1st. Contact Jennifer Smith at jensmith@parkland.edu for an application.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Prom Season
Get fitted to fit in!!!! Prom season is here and it is time to get your tux ordered! Visit M2, The Place for Prom and have one of our knowledgeable sales staff help you pick out the perfect tux or dress. Their select Prom dresses aren't available at any other store in downstate Illinois and they guarantee they won't sell your dress to anyone else at your school. Our store is located at 2210 N. Willow Road, Urbana. Hours are M, W, Th, 10-8; T, F 10 - 5; Sat. 10 -6. Call 337-7766 for more information.
And while you are there, register to win a $500 scholarship drawn on Saturday, May 3rd. Visit Michelle's and M2 for the complete scholarship details.
ISBE Parent/Guardian Transportation Reimbursement forms are now available in the office. Students are not permitted to bring this form home, nor can students fill out the form in the office. The information must be submitted by the parent or guardian. You must provide your social security number (not the student's) and one-way mileage from your home address to STM (ISBE recommends using MapQuest). Deadline for submission is June 27,2008. NO APPLICATIONS CAN BE SUBMITTED AFTER THIS DATE.
Parent Association News
The Parent Association is currently looking for volunteers to serve on the 2008-2009 Parent Association Board. The purpose of the Parent Association is to provide volunteers and support for selected school projects and events for the High School of Saint Thomas More.
Positions available:
Secretary; one parent representative for the Class of 2010, and the Class of 2011, and two parent representatives for the incoming freshman Class 0f 2012. If you are interested in serving on the Parent Association Board, please contact Claire Prudhomme by May 2nd (359-6059, or by e-mail at cmprudhomme@ameritech.net).
Service Hour Opportunities
National Association of Letter Carrier's (NALC) Food Drive
The National Food Drive will be held on Saturday, May 10th. People leave food out in their mailboxes for their mailmen to pick up. The carriers bring the food back to the post office. And then the food is taken to the Food banks. Volunteer are needed to unload Postal trucks two locations. One is the main facility on North Mattis (2001 N. Mattis). The other location is the downtown Post office at 600 N. Neil St. The 600 N. Neil facility has the younger carriers and will probably have lunch served. The times would be from noon to 5 PM. Volunteers do not need to stay the entire time. The peak unloading time will be from 3-4 PM. Our local union President is Don Thompson Jr may be reached at drtjr@sbcglobal.net to answer questions or to volunteer. You may also contact Lynn Jordan at 352-2067. In past years, we have had TV, Radio and newspaper coverage of this event.
MDA Summer Camp
The MDA camp is needing 160 volunteers to be a big brother or big sister to the campers with Muscular Dystrophy. They are looking for older high school as well as college students to help out with this. It would be a great opportunity for service hours, as well as a great way to serve God and his people, especially if you love children. For questions, please contact Michele Nickrent at micnic1@gmail.com.
Catholic Heart Work Camp – St. Matthew
This summer CATHOLIC teens from all over the country will experience the power of God as they CARE, SHARE, and OFFER HOPE to those in need. This summer spend time serving on the OUTSIDE and experience a change on the INSIDE. The St. Matthew Youth Group is attending CHWC in Rockford, IL from July 13-19 at the Bishop Lane Retreat House. Music provided by Dante Schmitz. Camp Chaplain is Fr. Jeff Lucas. Free day on Friday, July 18, and will be spent in Rockford or the Chicago area, heading home that night. Cost for the camp is $300. Travel is estimated at $100 (we will be taking vans this year). Estimated cost of Free Day is $100. There are only 10 spots remaining. A $100 deposit secures your spot. First mandatory camp meeting is Monday, May 5. Contact information: Debbie Benz, 359-4224 (work), debbiebenz96@aol.com. For more info, visit the CHWC web site at www.heartworkcamp.com.
Volunteers Needed for HEAT Swim Meet
Volunteers are needed to assist with concessions, timers, running bullpen, etc. at the HEAT Swim Meet on May 16, 17, and 18. Volunteers need to report to the Urbana Aquatic Center at 7:00am for the morning session and 12:00 noon for the afternoon session. Food will be provided to volunteers. This is an approved service project opportunity. For questions, please contact Eury Bauer at ebbauer@uiuc.edu or Melanie Michaels at melaniem@volomail.net
STM 2008 Summer Sports Camps
Baseball Hitting Camp, June 9, 9:30am to 11:30am, 5th-8th grade.
Baseball Pitching Camp, June 10, 9:30am to 11:30am, 5th-8th grade.
Football Camp, non padded, June 16-19, – 9:30am to 11:30am – boys and girls 5th-8th grade.
Volleyball Camp, June 30-July 3, – girls 5th-6th grade 11:30am to 1:00pm, girls 7th-8th grade 9:00am to 11:00am.
Boys Basketball Camp, June 25-27, 5th-6th grade 8:00am to 10:00am, 7th-8th grade 10:00am to 12:00 noon.
Visit www.hs-stm.org for the complete details and registration forms.
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Spanish News
Spanish I Piñata Due Dates: May 8 (8 a.m): last date for piñata project to be turned in
MAY 10: SPANISH CLUB'S BIG FIESTA: CINCO DE MAYO
SAVE THIS DATE (EVENING)
LOTS OF FUN, LATIN DANCING, TREATS, DANCE LESSONS, STM
PERFORMANCES IN SPANISH, PIÑATA CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED...
WANT TO HELP????? CONTACT tstewart@hs-stm.org
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES BY DATE
Friday, May 2
All School Mass at 8:30am. Seniors will be receiving a special blessing at this Mass. All are welcome to attend.
Tuesday, May 6
Senior Retreat (not optional) at the 4H Camp at Allerton. More details to follow.
Wednesday, May 7
STM's Annual Fine Arts Night
This is one of the most important dates of the year for our fine arts students, and we are very excited about showing off their work and talent! The art show opens and hors duerves are served at 6:00 with the concert beginning at 7:00. The art exhibit will feature the work of all art students at STM, and there will be a special auction and Advanced Placement Portfolio exhibit. The STM Music Department will also be featured. This is a MANDATORY performance for all students enrolled in a music class. Report times are as follows:
Percussion - 5:00 pm on the stage
Band - 5:45 pm on the stage
Choir - 6:15 pm in the music room
Guitar - 6:30 pm in the
Friday, May 9
Last regular day of classes for our seniors.
Monday, May 12
IHSA First Round Playoff Match: 6th Seed. Girls’ Varsity Soccer. Monday, May 12 vs Decatur Lutheran at Decatur Lutheran, 4:30pm Dismiss 2:15p. Depart 2:30p.
May 13-14
Senior Final Exams. Click for review.
http://www.hs-stm.org/documents/1/204/Senior%20Final%20Exam%20Schedule.pdf
Wednesday, May 14
Madrigals
Auditions for the '08-'09 Madrigal season will be held on Wed. May 14. The audition clinic will be from 3:30 - 6:00 pm in the music room. Students who wish to audition must attend the entire clinic. All students (incoming freshman, current students, and returning members) are required to audition. Audition materials will be provided at the audition. No advance preparation of music is required. Contact Mr. Stefanic with additional questions.
Thursday, May 15
Due to a conflict in scheduling we are moving the Varsity Football Parent/Player meeting scheduled for 5/7 to Thursday 5/15 @ 6p in the gym. This is for the 2008-09 Seniors through Sophomores. If there are any questions or you cannot attend this meeting, please contact Coach Dan Hennessey at dhennessey@hs-stm.org or by calling 352-7210.
Friday, May 16
Senior Awards Luncheon
Sunday, May 18
Baccalaureate and Commencement
May 19-21
Semester Final Exams. Click here to review.
http://www.hs-stm.org/documents/1/110/Semester%20Exam%20Schedule.pdf
Tuesday, May 20
There will be a mandatory football meeting for all incoming freshmen students wanting to play football and their parents. This will be on May 20th @ 6p in the the school's gym. If for any reason you can not make this meeting please let Coach Hennessey know. Either call him at 217 369-9226 or email dhennessey@hs-stm.org.
Saturday, June 14
June 14, 2008 is the other ACT exam @ STM and that deadline is May 9, 2008. School code number is 140-599.
August 12 - Registration Date
Mark your calendars now for the 08-09 registration. Registration will take place Tuesday, August 12th from 7am to 1pm and from 4pm to 7pm. If you are interested in volunteering to help on that day, please contact Mrs. Strater at jstrater@hs-stm.org or by calling 352-7210.
Wednesday, August 13
Girls Golf Tryouts will be held at Stone Creek Golf Course on August 13, 2008. The time is TBA. Please check our web site for further information. If you have any questions please contact Coach Hettermann by email at: phettermann@hs-stm.org
Student Services News (click to hide/show)
April 28, 2008
More Guidance Matters - April 29, 2008
Please click on the link for the April 29th issue of More Guidance Matters.
General News
Senior Final Exams Clarification...
The senior exam schedule is available for printing in the "Resources" section of our website. In addition, seniors will enjoy an open campus but will be required to stay in the gymnasium until the testing period is over. Seniors may dress in casual clothing on exam days.
Semester II Exam Schedule Available...
The Semester II Exam Schedule is available for printing under the "Resources" section of our website.
Athletic Booster Organization
The last and final ABO meeting for the 2007/2008 school year has been changed. The new date is Tuesday May 13, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. in the school library. I hope this works for everyone and the reason for the change is the girl’s softball and boys baseball teams will be playing there regional games on Wednesday evening. I have attached the agenda and the minutes form last month.
Adult Volunteer Needed
Four adult volunteers are needed to help direct traffic and assist with parking for the STM Graduation on Sunday, May 18th from 12:00 noon until 2:00pm. If you are able to assist, please contact Mrs. Claire Prudhomme at 359-6059 or Mrs. Carla Grady at 684-2338.
See all the Music Department News...
Music DepartmentMadrigal Auditions
Madrigals
Auditions for the '08-'09 Madrigal season will be held on Wed. May 14. The audition clinic will be from 3:30 - 6:00 pm in the music room. Students who wish to audition must attend the entire clinic. All students (incoming freshman, current students, and returning members) are required to audition. Audition materials will be provided at the audition. No advance preperation of music is required. Contact Mr. Stefanic with additional questions. An alternate audition date will be held May 15th if a student absolutely cannot attend the entire clinic on May 14.
Thanks from the Fine Arts Department
Fine Arts Night at STM was a great event!! Thank you to all who
attended, helped with set up and clean up and all the students who
performed and created artwork. It was truly a great representation of
the talents of our students. The silent auction was also a wonderful
success, bringing in more than $450! It is clear that St. Thomas More
is a community where the Fine Arts thrive!
See all the Parents' Association News...
Parents' AssociationParent Association Volnuteers
The Parent Association is currently looking for volunteers to serve on the 2008-2009 Parent Association Board. Our purpose is to provide volunteers and support for selected school projects and events for the High School of Saint Thomas More .
Available positions are:
Secretary,
One parent representative for the class of 2010,
One parent representative for the class of 2011, and
Two parent representatives for the incoming freshman class 0f 2012.
If you are interested in serving on the Parent Association Board, please contact Claire Prudhomme by May 2nd (359-6059, or by e-mail at cmprudhomme@ameritech.net).
See all the Student Services News...
Student ServicesCourse Requests
In the past, Student Services has made every effort to accommodate students' course requests in their schedules. However, as student enrollment increases, (good thing!) it becomes more difficult to accommodate all requests. Previously, we allowed many students to sit in a "regular" class but perform the workload of an "honors" class and receive the honors credit. We will not be able to do this any longer. Please be ready to make alternate choices if you do not receive your first ones. Seniors receive scheduling priority, then juniors, then sophomores and then freshmen.
Athletics
Football
May 15, 6:00p Parent/Player meeting for all current STM freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Topics will be: summer program, equipment, forms and schedule.
Baseball
5/2 fr-soph game vs Shiloh has been CANCELLED
5/8 varsity game vs Watseka CANCELLED
5/9 4:00p vs SJO SENIOR DAY Honoring STM senior baseball players and their parents.
Joe Palazzolo Signs With Quincy University: Joe Palazzolo, a senior at The High School of St. Thomas More, signed a letter of intent to play collegiate baseball at Quincy University in Quincy, IL. The Quincy Hawks are a NCAA Division II program and a member of The Great Lakes Valley Conference. Joe will major in Sports Communication at Quincy.
Joe has been a member of The St. Thomas More Sabers varsity baseball team since his sophomore year. The Sabers coach Steve Rear said, "Joe has been with me since the St. Matt's Elementary School days and I have followed hiim thru St. Thomas More. Joe has an outstanding glove and a great knowledge of the game. His work ethic is excellent and he will make a great player for Quincy University. I'm very proud of Joe for being able to live his dream and have the opportunity to play in college." While at STM Joe has also participated in basketball, football and soccer at the varsity level.
08 Schedule now available online: http://www.hs-stm.org/documents/1/196/08BASched.pdf
Softball
5/8 Varsity game vs Watseka CANCELLED
5/9 Senior Day Honoring Senior softball players and their parents.
Schedule is now available. http://www.hs-stm.org/documents/1/195/08SBSched.pdf
Volleyball
Coaching Position: Head Girls Volleyball Coach with possible teaching position, contact Dan Hennessey, AD, 3901 N. Mattis Ave., Champaign. 352-7210.
STM Summer Camps
Registration forms now available for baseball, basketball, football and volleyball summer camps.
Girls Basketball Summer Camp Flyer
Boys Basketball Summer Camp Flyer
Athletic Physicals
Carle Sports Medicine is again offering sports physicals at their North Annex location: 810 W. Anthony Dr., Urbana on July 19, 21, 23 and 26. Cost: $35. This is a pre-particiation sports physical only and will not take the place of the 9th grade required physical. Call for appt. at 326-2279 ask for Penny. Click on '...details' for further information........
Athletic Booster Organization
The last and final ABO meeting for the 2007/2008 school year has been changed. The new date is Tuesday May 13, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. in the school library. I hope this works for everyone and the reason for the change is the girl’s softball and boys baseball teams will be playing there regional games on Wednesday evening. I have attached the agenda and the minutes form last month.
See all the Campus Ministries News...
Campus MinistriesVolunteers Needed for HEAT Swim Meet
Volunteers are needed to assist with concessions, timers, running bullpen, etc. at the HEAT Swim Meet on May 16, 17, and 18. Volunteers need to report to the Urbana Aquatic Center at 7:00am for the morning session and 12:00 noon for the afternoon session. Food will be provided to volunteers. This is an approved service project opportunity. For questions, please contact Eury Bauer at ebbauer@uiuc.edu or Melanie Michaels at melaniem@volomail.net
Catholic Heart Work Camp
Who's ready for an adventure this summer? This summer CATHOLIC teens from all over the country will experience the power of God as they CARE, SHARE, and OFFER HOPE to those in need. This summer spend time serving on the OUTSIDE and experience a change on the INSIDE.
The St. Matthew Youth Group is attending CHWC in Rockford, IL from July 13-19. We will reside at the Bishop Lane Retreat House. Music will be provided by Dante Schmitz and the Camp Chaplin will be Fr. Jeff Lucas.
Our free day will be on Friday, July 18 which we will decide where to spend in either Rockford or the Chicago area, and then head on home that night.
Cost for the camp is $300, travel is being estimated at $100 (we will be taking vans this year). Free day is be determined (estimated cost is $100).
We are taking 30 people this year, and there are only 10 spots left. A $100 deposit secures your spot. Registration is due by May 1 and the first mandatory camp meeting is Monday, May 5.
Contact information: Debbie Benz, 359-4224 (work), debbiebenz96@aol.com
For more info, visit the CHWC web site at www.heartworkcamp.com.
St. Matthew Parish Angel Camp
St. Matthew Parish seeking volunteers to assist at the summer Angel Camp from June 23-27, 2008. Teen volunteers are sought for a variety of tasks including Skit Team, assistant group leaders, and activity leaders. Depending upon the area of Camp involvement, volunteers can earn 18-40 service hours. Applications accepted until June 1. Interested STM students should contact Mary Hazen at mhazen@stmatt.net or by calling 359-4224.
