New Student Kick-Off Packet

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2025 New Student Kick-Off

PACKET

Enclosed Information:

Contact Information

Important Dates

Academic Prep

School Nurse

Lunch Account

Guidance Services

Learning Resource Dept.

School Uniforms

Stag Shop

Campus Ministry

Activities & Sports

Sports Physicals

Sports Physical Night

Summer Sports Clinics

Contacts:

Administration:

President - Mr. Phil Baniewicz philb@bishopmiege.com 913-262-8915

Principal - Mrs. Maureen Engen mengen@bishopmiege.com 913-262-2283

Associate Principal/AD - Mr. Joe Schramp jschramp@bishopmiege.com 913-222-5802

Dean of Students - Mr. Alex Keith akeith@bishopmiege.com 913-222-5803

Executive Assistant - Mrs. Mariann Jaksa mjaksa@bishopmiege.com 913-222-5801

School Nurse - Mrs. Malisa McEachen, RN mmceachen@bishopmiege.com

Uniforms / Stag Shop - Ms. Katie Jo Kirk kjkirk@bishopmiege.com

Important Dates (First Semester 2025)

Please refer to calendar on website for up-to-date information

August 6-12

August 9

August 13

August 14

August 15

August 18

Fall Athletics:

Cross Country - Joann Heap joannfheap@gmail.com

Football - Jon Holmes jholmes@bishopmiege.com

Soccer (Boys) - Nate Huppe nhuppe@bishopmiege.com

Golf (Girls) - Scott Schultz sschultz@bishopmiege.com

Tennis (Girls) - Andrew Groene agroene@bishopmiege.com

Volleyball (Girls) - Lindsay Franco lzfranco@bishopmiege.com

September 1

September 19

September 29

October 6-11

October 13

October 14

October 23

October 24

November 3

November 10

November 24

November 25-28

December 15-18

December 19-January 6

Faculty Professional Days

New Family Welcome

Senior/Freshman Orientation

Junior/Sophomore Orientation

Herd Welcome Day (All Students)

First Full Day of Classes (Fall Sports Practices Begin)

Labor Day (No School)

Stag Strut

NO SCHOOL- Faculty Professional Development

Homecoming Week

NO SCHOOL- Faculty Professional Development

PSAT for SO/JR, PreACT for Fresh, No School for Seniors

Parent Teacher Conferences 3-5 p.m., 6-8 p.m.

NO SCHOOL

NO SCHOOL- Faculty Professional Development

NO SCHOOL/OPEN HOUSE

Stag Strut Incentive Day (No School if Quota is Met)

Thanksgiving (No School)

Semester Exams/Make-up Exams

Christmas Break - No Classes

Academic Prep Info

English: Summer Reading

All students are required to read the selections listed for their levels of English. Students will have a project, paper, or test over their reading the first week of school.

• Honors Freshmen: Lord of the Flies by William Golding

• Freshmen (all others) Kisses from Katie by Katie Davis Major

Math: Freshman Math Pretest and Summer Practice

PreTest

• All freshmen will take a written pretest within the first week of school.

Complete list found on school website. (Soph - Senior)

• Results of this pretest will help confirm students’ correct placement in their freshmen math class.

• Students may be moved to a different math class at the start of the school year based on the results.

• Other factors used to determine appropriate placement include the High School Placement Test and teacher recommendation.

Summer Math Practice

All students at Bishop Miege are encouraged to practice prerequisite skills before the start of school. This is an optional assignment. However, the assigned summer practice for freshmen will be especially useful in preparing them for the pretest and refreshing essential skills for success. Students are welcome to skip skills that they are already familiar with.

The DeltaMath platform allows students to complete as many problems as they would like for each skill. It provides examples, help videos (linked just above each problem), and unlimited practice. After registering, students may access the practice any time at deltamath.com

World Language: Placement Exams

To access the summer Math practice for freshmen: deltamath.com (Code: WQ5T-6WT7) or bit.ly/MiegeDeltaMath

The link for upper classmen will be emailed.

Spanish - Students wishing to test out of beginning Spanish classes will need to contact: Mrs. Leigh-Ann Haggerty: lhaggerty@bishopmiege.com

French - Students wishing to test out of beginning French classes will need to contact Mrs. Leigh-Ann Haggerty: lhaggerty@bishopmiege.com

**Testing arrangements will be made on an individual basis**

Recommended School Supplies:

Each teacher determines their own supply list. You will have time to purchase supplies after the first day of class on Aug. 18. General supplies include: pens, pencils, notecards, a couple of binders (1-inch binder and a 3-inch binder), folders, notebook paper/notebooks etc. Other supplies might include a calculator (instructions will be sent about the types of calculators depending on your math class).

School Nurse Info

Absence related to health:

Call the attendance line 913.222.5992 or call the nurse line 913.222.5834 to report an absence.

Immunizations

The State of Kansas requires students to have a current immunization record on file at the student’s school.

Please submit the most up-to-date immunization record to the nurse prior to your child’s entrance to Miege (as a freshman or as a transfer), and then again junior year (after receiving the Meningococcal series).

Medical or religious exemption for immunizations

A form must be submitted to Bishop Miege at the beginning of every school year; contact the nurse for this information.

Medications

All medication administered at school requires parental permission; the over-the-counter medication parental permission form is completed annually when your student is registered for the school year. For prescription medications, please complete the prescription form found on the website. (in the quick links) and send it to the nurse office.

Asthma inhalers and epinephrine pens can be kept with the student; all other medications should go to the nurse including as needed medications and short duration medications (such as a course of antibiotics).

Chronic Condition Care Plans

If your child has a diagnosis of asthma (requiring use of a prescription inhaler in the last year), seizure disorder (requiring a rescue medication), Type I diabetes, or a severe allergy requiring the use of an epinephrine pen, the school needs an action plan completed by your child’s physician at the beginning of every school year and sent to the nurse office. Feel free to contact the nurse for forms if your physician does not have one.

Mental Health

National school nurse numbers reflect that up to thirty percent (30%) of daily school nurse visits may be in relation to stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues. Many of these stressors show up physically in symptoms such as headache and stomach issues. The nurse’s office is sometimes a safe place to take a quick break, work on relaxation exercises to utilize in the classroom, or talk. The nurse also works in conjunction with our guidance counselors and our social/emotional counselor. Feel free to communicate with the nurse regarding any concerns.

Food Service - Taher Inc.

Welcome to Bishop Miege High School. We are Taher Food service, and we are proud to have the opportunity to provide healthy, delicious meals for your students every school day. We consider it a privilege and responsibility to provide fresh, chef-sprepared meals daily. Our ability to provide the highest quality and freshest ingredients depends on your student’s participation.

Lunch Account Information and account set up will be given out at the New Family Welcome on August 9.

Guidance Services

Counselors assist in your journey through Bishop Miege and your pathway to life.

Amy Carman Counselor

acarman@bishopmiege.com 913-222-5822

Social/Emotional Counselor

Elaine Schmidtberger Counselor

eschmidtberger@bishopmiege.com 913-222-5827

The Guidance Department strives to create an atmosphere that is welcoming to students and their parents and encourages open communication.

Learning Resource Department

The goal of the department is to build an inclusive school community that supports students of all abilities in their spiritual, academic, and social growth.

Learning Resource Teachers

Transition Coordinator

Learning Resource Aide

Working with students, families, faculty, community professionals, and physicians to guide the development and achievement of our students.

Your student’s success is of the utmost importance. If you have a student who may need additional support or has an accommodation plan currently in place, please contact Mrs. Mallorie Hurlbert.

Please note, that a copy of any diagnosis and current support plan is needed to implement accommodations.

Learning Resource Director

Mallorie Hurlbert

mhurlbert@bishopmiege.com 913-222-5824

School Uniforms

All shirts/sweaters/skirts must be purchased through the Stag Shop.

Khaki/Tan or Blue Pants from Lands’ End (Boys & Girls) are Encouraged

*Not available in the

NOTE: A polo or white oxford must be worn under any of the above attire.

Students are required to be in uniform unless specified by Administration for Spirit Days or Herd Days.

• Herd T-shirts or sweatshirts can be worn on Herd days as specified by Administration.

• Students will receive their Herd T-shirt at orientation.

• Colors will vary by the Herd they are in (1 of 8 colors).

Uniforms are available for purchase in the Bishop Miege Stag Shop or online at BishopMiegeStagShop.com

Sweater Vests
Polos - Short Sleeve
Girl’s Plaid Skirts All Grade Levels
Stag Shop
Ties are optional for students.
Coaches may require ties.
White Oxford Both boys & girls are required to wear on All School Mass days.
Quarter Zip Pullover
Cardigan Sweater
V-Neck Sweaters
A belt must be worn at all times with uniform pants.
Skirt Length: 5” measured from middle of knee.
SCHOOL LOGO:

Uniform Check List:

Boys

Khaki/Tan or Blue Pants

*Polos - Short or Long Sleeve

*White Oxford

Black or Brown Belt

Girls

Plaid Skirt or Khaki/Tan or Blue Pants

*Polos - Short or Long Sleeve

*White Oxford

Optional

Ties

*Cardigans

*Sweater Vests

*Quarter-Zips

*V-Neck Sweaters

*School Logo must be on

Students are encouraged to wear Lands’ End brand slacks. If other slacks are purchased, they should match the style and color of the Lands’ End navy blue and khaki.

Navy blue or tan khaki slacks are acceptable.

To Order: Lands End website: www.landsend.com/school

Step 1: Click the box that says “Enter School Number”

Step 2: Enter School Number - 900169202

Step 3: Select Girl/Woman or Boy/Man and Select Grade

Step 4: Under the color selection of pants there is a tab to select adult sizes labeled “Adult” which pulls up waist sizes 27”-44”

Out of stock items, custom sizes, or to place order by phone: 1-800-963-4816

Stag Shop

Located in the Commons

It is strongly suggested for students to try on uniforms prior to ordering. The Stag Shop has pant sample sizes available.

Stag Shop hours for uniform sizing or uniform purchases:

Wednesday, May 7 - 3:30-7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 14 - 3:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 28 - 3:30-7 p.m.

The Stag Shop is closed June 1st and will reopen in August.

Online Uniform Order Deadline: June 1, 2025 (to ensure delivery before school starts) BishopMiegeStagShop.com

Campus Ministry

Bill Creach, Director of Campus Ministry

Kayla Moylan, Assistant Campus Minister

The Campus Ministry program meets each member of the Bishop Miege Catholic High School community, especially students, where they are and accompanies them on their faith journey through liturgies, retreats, service, prayer, and fellowship to strengthen their friendship with Jesus.

MISSION: The Campus Ministry program is to meet each member of the Bishop Miege High School community, especially students, where they are and to accompany them on their faith journey through liturgies, retreats, service, prayer, and fellowship to strengthen their friendship with Jesus.

All faith opportunities are designed to strengthen our relationship with Jesus, to more fully realize the person God created each of us to be, and to grow in community as persons for and WITH others.

Our Campus Ministry involves the entire community. Everyone — faculty, staff, parents, alumni, benefactors, and especially students — are companions in a shared ministry as members of Miege. There are a variety of opportunities and activities available for students to use their God-given gifts and talents including:

Liturgies Retreats

Service Projects

Miegians for Life & Justice

Vocations

Prayer Groups/Bible Studies

Cultural Diversity Club

Special Projects

Service Hour Requirements

Total Service Hours

(min) =

40

Hours

CWM + 40 Approved Agencies

CWM = Corporal Works of Mercy: Directly or indirectly in service of the less fortunate.

How to Achieve 80 Hours of Service:

Miege sponsored projects (examples):

• Mission trips

Total Service Hours (min)

5 Hours CWM + 5 Approved

12.5 Hours CWM + 12.5 Approved 10 20

Total Service Hours (min)

10 Hours CWM + 10 Approved

Total Service Hours (min)

12.5 Hours CWM + 12.5 Approved

Total Service Hours (min)

Note: Transfer students’ hours will be adjusted based on the yearly requirements for each class as they enter Bishop Miege.

• D.C. March for Life

• Various school opportunities

The list of approved agencies is updated monthly and posted in the Campus Ministry Office, on Google Classroom, and in the Theology hallway.

CMT Google Classroom for service opportunities

Join with this code: 25HX6lg

Activities & Sports

Discover Your Passion at Bishop Miege!

Student life at Bishop Miege extends far beyond the classroom. With a wide array of clubs, sports teams, and artistic opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Whether students are interested in joining the debate team, participating in theatre productions, signing up for the robotics program or expressing themselves through the arts, you’ll find a welcoming community to share your passions.

Please scan the QR code access the student interest form for activities & sports

The information will be shared with our coaches and activity sponsors so they can connect with you and provide more details and information regarding the activity you are interested in.

CLUBS: There will be opportunities for students to sign up for various clubs during the school year.

ACTIVITIES

Robotics

Debate/Forensics

Band/Drumline

Choir

Yearbook/Newspaper

Scholars Bowl

Theatre

FALL SPORTS

Cross Country (Boys & Girls)

Football

Girls Golf

Girls Tennis

Boys Soccer

Volleyball

Girls Field Hockey (club)

WINTER SPORTS

Boys Basketball

Girls Basketball

Bowling (Boys & Girls)

Boys Swim & Dive

Boys Wrestling

Girls Wrestling

SPRING SPORTS

Baseball

Boys Golf

Girls Soccer

Softball

Girls Swim & Dive

Boys Tennis

Track & Field

Boys Volleyball (club)

Girls Lacrosse (club)

Boys Lacrosse (club)

Boys Rugby (club)

Sports physicals must be turned in before the first day of summer workouts.

All physicals for the 2025-26 school year MUST BE DATED AFTER MAY 1, 2025

IMPORTANT: A sports physical must be on file in the nurse’s office in order for your student to be able to participate in summer work out and/or try out.

Forms Check List:

Physician Form (PPE)

KSHSAA Eligibility Form

KSHSAA Concussion Form

Miege Medical History Form

Miege Consent Form

When returning the physical form, please make sure we have all signatures from parents and students.

Forms are available in the Attendance Office or the Bishop Miege website.

Sports Physical Night

Date: May 14 Time: 6-9 p.m. @Bishop Miege

While it is recommended that students have physicals completed by their family physician, we do offer a convenient event at Bishop Miege with local physicians available to all athletes.

There will be a Sign-Up Genius link going out soon via email. Space is limited so you must register.

Cost is $30 per student, cash or check only. Please complete paperwork before arrival.

Cross Country:

Summer Sports Clinics

No workouts week of June 30

Summer Workouts: Starting June 9 from 6:30-8 a.m. (M-Th and Saturday) on the track

*Wednesdays: meet at Loose Park by the tennis courts

Contact: joannfheap@gmail.com

Football:

Summer Workouts: May 27-July 31 M-Th 6-8:20 a.m.

Team Camp: July 14-18 6-9 a.m.

Contact: jholmes@bishopmiege.com

Boys Soccer:

Summer Workouts: June 2-July 31 6:30-8:15 p.m. M-Th (Nights with summer league games are 5-8:30 p.m.)

Team Camp: July 14-17 M-Th 6-8 p.m.

Contact: nhuppe@bishopmiege.com

Girls Soccer:

Team Camp (one night only): July 16 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Contact: nhuppe@bishopmiege.com

Volleyball:

Summer Workouts (all female athletes welcome): May 27-July 31 M-Th 7:30-9 a.m.

Team Camp: July 14-17 8-10:30 a.m. Open Gym: M/W 9-10:30 a.m.

Contact: lzfranco@bishopmiege.com

Boys Basketball:

Summer Workouts: Starting June 2 on Mondays and Wednesdays Weights: 4:30-6 p.m. Open Gym & Skills Workouts: 6-8 p.m.

Team Camp: May 27-May 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. for freshmen, 7:30-9:30 p.m. for all other grades

Contact: jderritt@bishopmiege.com

Girls Basketball:

Summer Workouts (all female athletes welcome): May 27-July 31 M-Th 7:30-9 a.m.

Team Camp: May 27-30 1-3:30 p.m., Open Gym: T/Th 9-10:30 a.m. June 2-27

Contact: mallen@bishopmiege.com

Girls Lacrosse Summer League:

Contact: Kevin Switzer at switzer.kevin@gmail.com

Drumline:

Team Camp: July 28-Aug. 1, July 28 from 9-11:30 and July 29-Aug. 1 from 9-11 a.m.

Students who are unable to attend camp but are interested in drumline can email. Contacts: abarnes@bishopmiege.com or tnesbihal@bishopmiege.com

Girls Tennis:

Optional hitting times throughout the summer. Email for more information

Contact: agroene@bishopmiege.com

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