Blue Notes - November 8, 2018

LOOKING AHEAD

Nov. 13 Breakfast with the Principal

14 "B" Schedule – Pancake Breakfast

14 Q & A Info Night w/Principal

14 NEHS Induction

14-16 Principals Leadership Conference

15 School Board Meeting

17 Back the Blue

20 DAAP Speaker in CAD Lab

20 All-School Liturgy – 10 a.m. @ CCH (Consecutive Donor Mass)

21 In-Service – No Classes

22-25 Thanksgiving Break

28 "B" Schedule

Dec. 4 Parents Club Meeting – 6:30 p.m.

6 Advent Penance Service

7 1st Friday Mass 7:10 a.m.

7 Christmas Concert for Students

8 High School Placement Test

8 Freshman Semi-Formal Dance - NDA

9 CCH/NDA Christmas Concerts

14 All-School Liturgy – 10 a.m. @ CCH

17 End of 2nd Quarter

18-20 Semester Exams

12/21-1/2 Christmas Break

Jan. 3 Classes Resume

NOVEMBER LUNCH MENU

COVCATH NEWS

BACK THE BLUE 2018 - INVITATION

We are currently taking reservations for Back the Blue 2018. Don't delay, the past couple of years, we have sold out! If you have not purchased tickets yet, click here now.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE

Attention All Colonels!

On Monday, November 12, Covington Catholic will be kicking off the annual canned food drive to benefit Be Concerned in Covington.

Be Concerned has operated one of the largest free food pantries in Northern Kentucky since 1987. They help low-income residents of Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties each month.

The CCH canned food donations help them annually to re-stock their shelves after the Thanksgiving holiday, allowing them to continue to serve the community on a daily basis and prepare for the Christmas holiday.

There will be areas designated for each column to put their canned good items in the first floor hallways. Please place any items you wish to donate in the appropriate area for your column. Totals will be taken weekly and the column with the largest amount of items will receive Colonel Cup points as well as a special prize at the end of the drive in early December.

Items that are in greatest need are: Cereal, canned fruits, canned carrots, canned peas, peanut butter, jelly, coffee, canned ravioli, and any condiments.

If you have any questions, please see Joe Huber or Reese Foster (Bosco Column Captains) or Mr. Zerhusen

Let's show our community how the Colonels can "rally round" and help those in need.

Thank you

Ireland and Wales and England Trip – Information Meeting

Wednesday, November 14, 7:00 pm Room 312

Dublin! The Ring of Kerry! Wales! Castles! Shakespeare! London!

This tour includes all transportation, lodging, entrance fees, PLUS - breakfast and dinner every day! It is an incredible bargain for our students. Our departure date is May 27, 2019. We will visit Ireland, Wales, and England. Imagine exploring Irish castles, Welsh monasteries, Stratford on Avon, PLUS Dublin and London! These are just a few of the sights on this amazing 9 day tour. The tour cost is $3680 per student, $4130 per adult. No language barrier and only one currency to carry!

Any student and or parent/family is welcome to join us on our grand adventure. Please attend our information meeting on Wednesday, November 14 at 7pm in Rm 312. There is NOT much time to make a decision. Enrollments end on Nov. 30.

This is a great opportunity for your son to become a global citizen – learning about different cultures, making new friends and seeing the world in a safe environment. You will find detailed itineraries, plus all costs on this website.

www.eftours.com/2188536ZE

Please contact Mrs. Stengle at jstengle@covcath.org

Ski Club News

Only one week --Passes Must be Purchased by Nov 12!!

Perfect North Discounted Passes and the Bus Pass are still available online at Perfectnorth.com. Scroll to the bottom of the page to Club Login – choose Covington Catholic – our password is: showtime. If you have any questions about which pass to purchase or the round trip bus pass, please contact me. If you plan for your son to ride the bus, purchase the bus pass when you buy you ski pass – this is the lowest price for the bus ride. If you wait and pay later, the price goes up. ALSO - Please encourage your family and friends to buy their passes through our club login. Passes must be purchased by Nov. 12.

Our ski club sweatshirts will be in SOON. If you forgot to order yours, we ordered a few extras. They will be for sale for $30 cash.

If you have any questions, contact jstengle@covcath.org

March for Life update (January 17-19, 2019)

March for Life registrations are slowly coming in. Students are reminded to sign up and pay online to secure a spot. Another two schools have contacted Mr. Flesch, asking for space on our buses if we do not fill the seats with Colonels. To date, we have 35 students registered. Let's not let that happen. A determination to invite other schools will be made within the next two weeks. Students wishing to apply for partial scholarships can see Mr. Flesch for an application. All registrations and payment are expected by the Thanksgiving break.

Additional Parent Chaperones are needed. Please contact Mr. Flesch with your interest.

TRAVELING TO SPAIN

CCH is traveling to Spain in June 2019! Don't miss this excellent opportunity!

Please contact Emily Seal at eseal@covcath.com for registration, cost, and itinerary details.

Summer Mission Trip Informational Meeting

Mr. Flesch and Mrs. Guard will host an informational meeting on November 20th, 6:00-7:00 pm, in the multi-purpose room.

JUNE 9 – 15, 2019 CUMBERLAND, KENTUCKY

Space for 60 missionaries - incoming freshmen through seniors are invited to participate

Cost $750 per person, or $375 for any Adult chaperone who can provide transportation for self and at least 4 students.

Adult chaperones with carpentry, construction, drywall, and/or painting expertise are needed.

Work is primarily building or repairing houses of elderly or other persons in need.

Staying at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Cumberland, KY.

Daily Mass or prayer devotional.

SHOPPING ON AMAZON?

Please take advantage of a great opportunity to benefit Covington Catholic without having to spend any extra money! Every time you shop on Amazon, use the link below to do your Amazon shopping and CovCath will automatically receive a percentage of the sale!

Any items purchased during a shopping session using the link below, earns our school 6% of the purchase in product credits. These have been redeemed for many useful things over the years including several cameras, video equipment, computer equipment, art easels and supplies, books, and even a refrigerator for the faculty room!

You can also always use the Amazon link found on the homepage of our website and CovCath will receive 6% of the purchase in product credits! Thank you for all your help in assisting Covington Catholic!

https://amzn.to/2NGeh2R

ATHLETIC NEWS

ANNUAL BLUE/WHITE GAME ANNOUNCED

See attached flyer

TRACK & FIELD MEETING

The Parent-Athlete Orientation meeting for the Spring 2019 Covington Catholic Track and Field team will be held Monday evening Dec. 10th from 6p-7p in the CCH cafeteria. All athletes/parent(s) interested in Track and Field this Spring should attend! Any advance questions can be addressed to Asst. Coach Whalen zonemedic@yahoo.com

DIOCESAN NEWS

BIBLE STUDY

The next book of the Bible to be taught by Rev. Timothy Schehr is the Book of Second Samuel. This book tells us about the highs and the lows in David's long career as king over the people of God. As we make our way through the book we will discover valuable lessons for the journey of faith.

To register call Marian West at 859-392-1500, ext. 1533, or register online, https://www.covdio.org/scripture-study-for-young-adults-and-adult-faith-formation/

JOY IN THE JOURNEY

Women's Advent retreat at Blessed Sacrament - Saturday November 10, 2018

See attached flyer for more details.

NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CONFERENCE

Indianapolis, Indiana - November 21-23, 2019

Attention Youth (grades 9 – 12) and chaperones! Time is running out to register for the diocesan pilgrimage to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis, Indiana. The NCYC Pilgrimage will take place November 21 – 23, 2019, and will consist of a wide variety of opportunities for our young people to experience God and His Church. There are five general sessions presented by nationally known speakers, Mass on Saturday evening, one general session each morning and one each night until the conclusion of NCYC. In between the general sessions are workshops, an interactive thematic park for hands-on experiences and the opportunity to mingle with bishops, speakers and vendors, to take part in concerts, service projects, daily Mass, adoration, confessions, and have time to meet teens from all different walks of life. Space is limited, so register soon. The cost of $534 per person includes transportation, accommodations, meals, conference registration fees and a T-shirt. A down payment of $100 per person must be returned to the Department of Catechesis and Faith Formation by February 28, 2019 to reserve a place. For more information please visit our website at https://www.covdio.org/catechesis-formation/youth-and-young-adult/#youthncyc , or contact the Diocesan Department of Catechesis and Faith Formation at 859-392-1500, ext. 1526 or email mspears@covdio.org.

See the following attachments:

EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY

Team "B"elieve We Will Fight Night, Round 2! Tickets NOW AVAILABLE

Brian Eviston, brother of Head Football Coach Eddie Eviston, while diagnosed 2 years ago, refuses to be a victim of ALS! Please help Brian, his family and his fight by attending "We Will Fight Night, Round 2!

JOIN THE FIGHT!!

Wednesday November 21, 2018 (Turkey-Eve)
7 – 11pm
The Newport Syndicate, 18 E 5th St, Newport, KY 41071

Includes heavy appetizers, open bar, silent and live auctions, door raffles, split-the-pot and live entertainment from Ben Walz, as well as Stays in Vegas
Adults only – guests must be 21 years old to attend.
Casual attire
Tickets are now available
Purchase tickets online by via www.teamwewillfight.com
$100 per person

GO COLONELS!