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In this issue 07 Opinion The Voice of Generation I What Kind of Digital Footprint Do You Want Future Colleges to See?

09 By the Book Catholic Reads October’s list of Catholic Books

10 Coming Soon October 2014

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The Voice of Generation I

by Xavier Ludwig

Upcoming movies, shows, and DVDs for the family

11 Toddler Talk Preschooler not sleeping?

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Parenting Tips by Dr. Berk

13 In Betweens Speak Up! October is Stop Bullying Month

Stopping Quitting What to do if your child wants to quit

October is Stop Bullying Month Find Out what you can do to help stop bullies in it’s track!

Going Pink!

Find Events around town to promote Breast Cancer Aweness Month!

16 Teen Talk LifeTeen Comes to South St. Louis Over 13 parishes in St Louis City and County have combined their teenagers to form LifeTeen

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20 Education Catholic High School Profiles Find information on all of St Louis Area Catholic High Schools. Make a more educated decision about your child’s future education.

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31 Catholic Parent School Showcase Cardinal Ritter College Prep Find out why the Lion Roars!

36 High School Open Houses

Catholic High School Profiles Find out about all of the Catholic High Schools in St Louis.

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37 Why consider an all-girls school?

Anita Reznicek, President of St. Joseph’s Academy, tells why same-sex schools are important

39 To Halloween or not to Halloween?

Should Catholics Celebrate Halloween?

31 Catholic Parent School Showcase Cardinal Ritter College Prep

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41 From the Experts Ryan Thomas Neace Sticks, Stones, Words, and Broken Bones

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Dr. Almeda Lahr-Well Which High School to Choose

Coach Tim Bradley 5 Race Day Musts!

43 Digging the Digital Websites, Apps & More!

51 October Calendar of Events Find Out What is going on around the Lou!

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I have been asked these past few years from doing this column why it is called “The Voice of Generation I”? The “I” stands for everything internet related. Internet. iPad. iPhone. But it mostly stands for Information.

Our generation lives in a time like no other that came before us. Every step of our lives is documented for the world to see, both the good and the bad. Unfortunately, it is only the bad that seems to be carried on with us as we look to venture out in the world full speed ahead.

With social media websites controlling our lives, we as teenagers must learn to take that control back. The digital footprints that we leave behind will follow us forever. I know this is a lot to think about when you

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are not even old enough to drive yet, but we must be aware of what the internet and social media sites can do to our future. We must be cognizant of the fact that that tweet or instagram photo that was taken on a whim could be a factor on what college you are accepted in or what job you may get a decade from now.

Mr. George Winston, Program Director for Admissions of Saint Louis University, breaks it down for us. “More and more institutions are looking at social media sites of prospective students to their universities, especially when it comes to high end scholarships. As pools become larger and we have to choose from Student A or Student B for acceptance or for a scholarship, we want to look more closely at who that prospective student is. One of the best ways to do that is to see what they

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What Kind of Digital Footprint Do You Want Future Colleges to See? post online.”

So all of those late nights we stay up to study for the rigorous tests that we endure as high school students could all be for nothing if we are stupid online. Acceptance into a top tier school could come down to a simple tweet. Mr. Winston goes on to to explain the ramifications beyond college.

“As the market gets tougher employers are turning more and more to social media to vet potential recruits,” stated Mr. Winston. “The employers are looking online for situations they want to stay away from. If the prospective employee spouts things online that can be an embarrassment to that institution the employer would most likely look onward to the next candidate. I expect this to continue in the industry as our lives are more and more documented online.”

As an athlete we are far from immune. We are probably more scrutinized than any other student because we are the face of our school. We see athletes getting into trouble all of the time because of the things they post online, both collegiate and professional. Most will lose scholarships in colleges or contracts as professionals. I know what you are thinking, I am not a college athlete or a professional athlete making millions of dollars. Chances are that if you are not careful online you may never be.

SLU Head Cross Country and Track Coach stated each of his recruits and athletes have the freedom to do or say what they think. It is their personal freedom to do so. BUT...“If I find something terribly offensive, then the recruitment process does come to a grinding halt. I think everyone needs to take a few moments to reflect before they press send or post.

“What a person puts on social media can

definitely reflect positively or negatively on the University. That’s why we watch what they put out. If someone puts something out there that is in direct conflict with the values of the athletics department or University we will take issue with that person…” Coach Bell goes on by stating, “We do talk to our student-athletes about social media prior to the season. We tell them to use their best judgement as to how they want to be perceived. If their conduct is detrimental to the team or department, they are suspended indefinitely. From that perspective it is very simple.

I treat them like adults. They have to live by what they say” To say what Mr. Winston and Coach Bell said in teenage terms. #DontBStupid Pretend like your 70 year old grandmother is watching over your shoulder when you send out every tweet or Facebook post, or she receives every Instagram or Snapchat picture you send out.

(Actually Grandma is my Facebook and Twitter stalker! I love you Grandma Susan!) What you don’t want your grandmother to see you probably do not want your future college admissions, college coaches, or employers to see. Even if you erase the posts or pictures they are still out there for the world to see. (Just ask Jennifer Lawrence) The point of this column is simple. We DO live in a world that is documented for the world to see, both good and bad. We are not perfect, we will make mistakes just like the many generations of teenagers that came before us. The only difference is that our mistakes are out there for billions of people to see with a click of their mouse. Before you post, tweet, snap, or whatever else that may come along in the future think about what kind of digital footprint you want the world to see in the future.

Xavier Ludwig SLUH 2017 Xavier Ludwig is a Sophomore at Saint Louis University High School from Southern Illinois. He enjoys running on the Cross Country and Track Team and playing basketball for the Jr. Bills.

His column “Voice of Generation I” has been published in various magazines reaching thousands of teens throughout the country.

Xavier has written about issues that involve today’s teens like Teen Suicide, Volunteerism, and the loss of friends.

Xavier can be reached at: xavierludwig@gmail.com

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Catholic Reads My Life with the Saints Fr. Jim Martin

Winner of a Catholic Press Association Book Award Meet some surprising friends of God in this warm and wonderful memoir

Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion

by Father Greg Boyle F o r twenty years, Father Gregory Boyle has run Homeb o y Industries, a gang-intervention program located in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles—also known as the gang capital of the world. In Tattoos on the Heart, he has distilled his experience working in the ghetto into a breathtaking series of parables inspired by faith.

From giant, tattooed Cesar, shopping at JC Penney fresh out of prison, we learn how to feel worthy of God’s love. From ten-year-old Pipi we learn the importance of being known and acknowledged. From Lulu we understand the kind of patience necessary to rescue someone from the dark—as Father Boyle phrases it, we can only shine a flashlight on a light switch in a darkened room.

This is a motivating look at how to stay faithful in spite of failure, how to meet the world with a loving heart, and how to conquer shame with boundless, restorative love.

Winner of the 2011 PEN Center USA Literary Award for Creative Nonfiction

The Handbook for Catholic Moms: Nurturing Your Heart, Mind, Body, and Soul

by Lisa M. Hendey

James Martin has led an entirely modern life: from a lukewarm Catholic childhood, to an education at the Wharton School of Business, to the executive fast track at General Electric, to ministry as a Jesuit priest, to a busy media career in Manhattan. But at every step he has been accompanied by some surprising friends—the saints of the Catholic Church. For many, these holy men and women remain just historical figures. For Martin, they are intimate companions. “They pray for me, offer me comfort, give me examples of discipleship, and help me along the way,” he writes.

The author is both engaging and specific about the help and companionship he has received. When his pride proves trouble­some, he seeks help from Thomas Merton, the monk and writer who struggled with egotism. In sickness he turns to Thérèse of Lisieux, who knew about the boredom and self-pity that come with illness. Joan of Arc shores up his flagging courage. Aloysius Gonzaga deepens his compassion. Pope John XXIII helps him to laugh and not take life too seriously.

Martin’s inspiring, witty, and always fascinating memoir encompasses saints from the whole of Christian history— from St. Peter to Dorothy Day. His saintly friends include Francis of Assisi, Ignatius of Loyola, Mother Teresa, and other beloved figures. They accompany the author on a lifelong pilgrimage that includes stops in a sunlit square of a French town, a quiet retreat house on a New England beach, the gritty housing projects of inner-city Chicago, the sprawling slums of Nairobi, and a gorgeous Baroque church in Rome.

This rich, vibrant, stirring narrative shows how the saints can help all of us find our way in the world.

Drawing from the deep tradition of the Catholic faith, Lisa Hendey coaches Catholic moms how to care for themselves so that they can better love and care for their families, neighbourhoods, and their church.

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T oddler Talk

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Why Won’t My Preschooler Sleep At Night

by Dr. Stephanie B. Berk

So, you have sent your child to preschool, and 5) Is my child eating his/her whole lunch and now the whole sleep routine is wonky. Your child that snacks? used to go to sleep by 7:30pm, on a late night, is now wide-awake until 9:00pm. This is a common concern Sometimes young children need naps during the for parents who have children in preschool through school day to calm themselves down. Sometimes kindergarten. Here are some potential explanations, they need naps because they are not getting enough and questions to ask your child’s teacher: to eat, or aren’t properly hydrated. And sometimes, the children need naps because they are tired.

1) Is my child taking a nap at school?

However, if the child is not sleeping well at night, 2) If so, what time is my child taking the nap, and because he/she is taking a nap during the day, the for how long is he/she being allowed to sleep? child may not be getting enough sleep overall. Some 3) How much physical activity is my child doing children may need a daytime nap, but others may during the day? Is my child drinking enough wa- be able to instead, accomplish the same goals with ter? “quiet time”, allowing them to have a break in the day, 4) What happens if my child does not nap during but still sleep at night. the day, or if he/she is woken up after 30 minutes?

Potty-training a child can be an overwhelming and frustrating task for parents and caregivers. It doesn’t have to be. Instead, with the 3 C’s and the 3 Pro’s, it can be a rewarding and positive experience. This book provides a day by day schedule in Chapter 4, that tells you what to do and say to your young child. This second version of How to Potty-Train Your Dragon/Child provides an expanded chapter on night-time potty-training, and some other additions based on consumers’ feedback.

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2:30pm Unrated Beginner Tournament Kids 12 & Under SUNDAYS: 12pm Kids’ Class K-3Rd W/Gm

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Princes and princesses from all the land are invited to a storytelling coronation!

Friday, September 26 AHOY, MATEYS!

Join us for stories about pirates and be prepared to talk like them too...or else you’ll walk the plank!

Friday, October 3 PUMPKIN LOVIN’

Nothing screams fall like pumpkins. Join us for stories about our favorite orange gourd.

Friday, October 10 MAGNIFICENT MAGIC

Now you see us, now you don’t. Come hear tales about magic.

Friday, October 17 HARD AT WORK

What do you want to be when you grow up? Let’s read about careers!

Friday, October 24 SUPERHERO STANDOFF

Grab your cape and fly on over for stories about superheroes!

Friday, October 31 HALLOWEEN IS BOO-EAUTIFUL

Put on your spookiest or silliest costume and join us for stories about Halloween!

Friday, November 7 FRIENDSHIP AND FUN

Make new friends and keep the old! Let’s hear stories about friendship.

Friday, November 14 PAJAMA PARTY

Put on your best pair of comfy PJs and hear some stories about our best bedtime attire.

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SPEAK UP! (StatePoint) With classes, sports, homework and other activities, weekdays are action packed for kids. Unfortunately, some students deal with an unwelcome addition to their daily routine -- bullying. An estimated 13 million students are bullied annually, according to government statistics.

With online social media so widely available to kids today, bullying doesn’t necessarily stop after school, and often takes place round-theclock. The repercussions can be missed days of school, depression and even suicide.

Fortunately, kids are getting more help these days as bullying prevention efforts are growing nationwide.

report incidents.”

Support for Cartoon Network’s award-winning pro-social effort has come from such diverse organizations as Facebook, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, LG Mobile, and CNN. President Obama even invited Cartoon Network to the first Bullying Prevention Summit at the White House, and later introduced the initiative’s first documentary, «Speak Up.» This year, Cartoon Network’s Speak Up Week (Sept. 29 - Oct. 3) kicks off National Bullying Prevention Month in October and is a great time to review ways that adults and kids can stand up to bullying:

Cartoon Network has been a pioneer in this space and its “Stop Bullying: Speak Up” campaign has been empowering bystanders to put a stop to bullying since it launched in 2010. On average, more than 100,000 people visit the initiative’s website monthly to learn prevention strategies.

• Cyberbullying: Don’t contribute to the problem by sharing, saving, forwarding or reposting information. If you’re on the receiving end, resist the urge to get back at the person or fix the issue online -- both can make the problem worse. Get offline and deal with it in real life.

Parents can help prevent cyberbullying by monitoring kids’ use of computers, mobile phones and tablets.

“Speaking up to a trusted adult is the safest, most effective way for victims and bystanders to bring an end to a bullying situation,” says Alice Cahn, Cartoon Network vice president of social responsibility. “Bystanders in particular can be powerful agents for change when they

• Don’t stand by: Research has found that when bullying occurs and a bystander intervenes by speaking up, more than half of bullying situations stop within just 10 seconds.

• Share your voice: Cartoon Network is recruiting 1MM students, parents, teachers, legislators and anyone concerned about bullying prevention to submit user-generated videos that feature individuals declaring the phrase, “I Speak Up!” You can use a smartphone or go online to upload your own video to the www.

StopBullyingSpeakUp.com website.

Participants are also encouraged to use the hashtag, #ISpeakUp to share videos via their own social media platforms to help spread the word and enlist friends to take part in the 1MM challenge. Select videos will appear onair as part of new campaign spots for Cartoon Network, its digital platforms and Boomerang.

• Listen: Parents should check in with kids periodically to make sure they’re safe and happy at school, on the playground and online. If you’re an adult and a child tells you about a bullying situation, listen. Either let the school know about the issue or talk to the other children’s parents about putting a stop to the behavior.

Whether you’re a victim, a bystander or a concerned adult, don’t sweep bullying under the rug. By speaking out against cruelty, you can help end bullying.

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Stopping Quitting

by Dr. Stephanie B. Berk

Now is the time of year when children are getting settled into their school year routines, and after-school activities. It is also the time of year when children start saying, “I want to quit! I don’t want to go to practice.”

Sometimes it is a musical instrument, sometimes it is a sport, and sometimes it is class that he/she is signed up for.

Parents are faced with the dilemma of whether it is best to force the child to go to the activity, and if so, for how long.

Parents often find themselves paying a lot of money for the actual activity, as well as the supplies and/ or uniforms that are needed. Stopping an activity before the end of the season or class can be viewed as a waste of money. Many parents sign children up for things that either they, the parent(s), enjoyed as a child, or that they want their child to succeed at, so that they can “live vicariously” through the child. Then there is the issue of teaching commitment and responsibility, via finishing what one starts. All of these, and other, reasons factor into what the parent says when a child says, “I want to quit.”

The first aspect of this problem is what word to use. “Quit” is a negative word, and makes both children and adults feel bad about the lack of success with the activity, and about themselves. Perhaps we, as parents, can consider using the word “stop”, instead of “quit”. Saying to a child of any age, “Let’s decide how and when you are going to stop doing ________”, is much more accurate, and less harmful to the child than saying,

“Why do you want to quit? You can’t quit yet.”

The second important aspect of this problem is determining why a child wants to stop doing an activity.

Two of the most common reasons are that 1) The child has found something that is too hard, and 2) the child simply does not enjoy what he/she is doing.

Regardless of the child’s reason for wanting to stop, the following steps will help: Step 1: Ask the child why he/she wants to stop the activity. Sometimes there is an easy solution, such as if the child says, “I get really tired.” For this answer, you can try having the child go to sleep a little earlier on the previous night, or packing an extra, high protein snack to be eaten before going to the class/ practice. By communicating about the wanting to stop, you are teaching your child that there are potential solutions that can be tried, before stopping. This is a good life skill to have, and also is a justifiable reason for getting a few more weeks in that activity.

Step 2: Ask your child if there is something in particular that is too difficult, and if so, why does he/she think it is so difficult. Sometimes you will find that the particular teacher or coach isn’t using a method that best fits your child’s learning style. This can be very frustrating, but may be fixable by either switching classes, or talking to the teacher/coach and explaining how your child best learns. Again, a

good life skill to have, since every child will eventually find something that is “too difficult”, but can understand that there are ways to learn it, regardless.

Step 3: Set a realistic and attainable goal, so that the child finishes the activity on a positive note. For example, if your child is in a gymnastics class and wants to stop, you can say, “ Why don’t you stop gymnastics after you can do 3 pull-ups in a row?” This way, the child has a healthy goal to strive for, and is not learning that when things are hard you can quit/stop. If it is a particular part of the practice that is difficult, than upon being successful, the child will want to continue. However, if the child truly does not enjoy the activity, then the child will still want to stop, even after meeting the goal. At least in this scenario, the child finishes on an empowered note.

We, as parents, want to expose our children to various experiences, with the hope of finding what our children will love doing. Our children, as well, might have ideas of what they think they will like. We are not always going to find the right one(s) quickly.

But it is important to remember that if our children are encouraged and empowered to reach attainable goals, then stopping an activity is not a bad thing. You are just one step closer to finding what your child will like to work on, to excel. It is important to stop quitting, and start “stopping an activity”, based on reason, achieving goals, and communication.

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LifeTeen Come

es to South St. Louis Today’s teens are unlike any generation that came before them, and it takes a special approach to connect with them.

ners together to form a LifeTeen group and brought Lauren here to St. Louis to help in this endeavour.

Today’s teenagers have many obstacles that stand in the way of lives and their faith. With the barrage of social media in their everyday lives, relationships with each other and with God seems to be anything but social. It is easier for them to share their feelings to the world with 140 characters than with their peers, parents, or parish priest. Lauren Scharmer, a recent graduate of Catholic University, has made it her mission to try and change that as the Youth Minister of St Louis Life Teen.

So far, more than 13 parishes have signed on.

“Teens don’t understand what authentic relationships are with God and each other,” stated Lauren. “I feel that deep down inside they thirst for genuine relationships. That is why they turn to social media and other places on the internet to try and reach out for anyone to listen.

That is one of the reasons that Father Pastorius came up with this brainchild of implementing Life Teen here in South St. Louis and South County.”

A recent addition to St. Louis, Lauren grew up in Minnesota and spent the last four years attending Catholic University in Washington D.C., where she she worked with various retreat and youth ministry programs on the East Coast.

“In God’s sense of humor and Providence, He has placed me here to help St. Louis teens with their relationships with God and each other.”

Through a grant by the Annual Catholic Appeal, Father Pastorius has gathered parishes to pool their young parishio-

“Most of our parishes are too small to really have an impactful youth group of teenagers,” said Lauren. “By combining we can make a difference in these teenager’s lives in a time when most find it easy to sway away from their faith by finding alternatives.”

Formed in 1985 in Mesa, Arizona, Life Teen’s mission is to lead teenagers and their families into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church. Within those years Life Teen has begun in 1,646 parishes in 31 countries with over 100,000+ members that attend Life Teen functions on a weekly basis.

Starting October 1st, Bishop DuBourg Catholic High School will host the Saint Louis Life Teen Kickoff with meetings continuing every Wednesday night. On the first Wednesday of the month Life Teen will host a Youth Mass with the Companions of St, Louis Life Teen meeting following.

“We are excited,” said Lauren. “We have had some great feedback and contributions from the area community including a group that will provide food for every meeting.”

Other plans for the Saint Louis Life Teen group include a Luke 18 Retreat Weekend on President’s Day in 2015, Life Teen Summer Camp at Covecrest in Georgia, and attending the Steubenville Youth Conference next summer.

“Our goal at Saint Louis Life Teen is to facilitate those relationships,” said Lauren. “Jesus went into the homes of the Apostles to get his message across and we will go where the teens are to help them with their journey.”

Important Dates to Remember:

Saint Louis LifeTeen Kickoff!

October 1st 7:00pm

Bishop DuBourg Catholic High School Join us for prizes, Youth Mass, Food, Fellowship! Open to ALL HIGHSCHOOLERS! ______________________________

Saint Louis LifeTeen Night 7pm~Every Wednesday Night

Bishop DuBourg Catholic High School Come and learn more about your Catholic faith. ______________________________

Saint Louis LifeTeen Mass & Social

7pm ~ 1st Wednesday Night of Month

Bishop DuBourg Catholic High School Come and join us in celebrating Mass at Bishop DuBourg High School ______________________________ Lauren Scharmer can be contacted at: Saint Louis Life Teen C/o DuBourg High School 5850 Eichelberger St. Louis MO 63108 lauren@saintlouislifeteen.org 314.288.8873

SaintLouisLifeTeen.com

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October Events

St. Louis Events to Help Fight Breast Cancer 4th Pink Pancake Breakfast @ Frieze Harley-Davidson 8am-10am Beta Delta Sista Strut 2014 @ Soldier’s Memorial Military Museum- 8am 9th Teri Griege signs and discusses “Powered By Hope” @ Left Bank Books - 7pm 11th The Art of the Head Wrap: The Pink Edition @ Grand Center Creative Arts Building - 11am St. Louis Golf for the Cure @ Eagle Springs Golf Course 11:30am St. Louis Blues’ Pink at the Rink Breast Cancer Awareness Night @ Scottrade Center - 6pm 11th - 12th Trek Breast Cancer Awareness Ride @ Trek Store of St Louis 10:00 am

16th - 19th Key To The Cure @ Saks Fifth Avenue 16th St. Jude Dudes’ Wheelhouse Happy Hour @ The Wheelhouse - 5:30pm

25th Making Strides Against Breast Cancer St. Louis @ Muny Grounds - 8:00 a.m.

25th - 26th BURN-for-the-PINK @ BURN 1000

28th 17th Annual Pink Party Think Pink Trivia Night Pre- 2013 @ MOTO museum sented By SLU Physicians@ Foundry Art Centre - 5:30pm ALL MONTH 18th “Slide” Over Cancer...”SlidRichmond Heights Fire ers” Have This Covered!!

Department BCA T-Shirts @ Legacy Books and Café @ Richmond Heights Fire Noon Department 19th Spare Nothing for the Cure @ Brunswick Zone Chesterfield or Brunswick Zone XL in St. Peters- 12pm-5pm

Breast Cancer Research Stamp @ Local Post Office

Cheer for a Cure @ Edwards Jones Dome Rams vs Seahalks 22nd Celebrate Tennis @ Chesterfield Athletic Club

Please see our online calendar at CatholicParent.net for event details

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Education

where Faith and Knowledge meet St. Louis Catholic High Schools at a glance!

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Chaminade College Preparatory School 425 South Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131 314.993.4400 www.Chaminade.STL.org @WeAreChaminade

Established: 1910 Mascot: Red Devils 2014-2015 Tuition: $16,888 Fees: $680 Student Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Chaminade College Preparatory School, an independent, Catholic Day and Resident school, sponsored by the Marianist Province of the United States, is dedicated to cultivating the inherent gifts, skills and talents of young men in Grades 6 through 12 so that they are prepared for success in college and life.

This is accomplished through emphasis on the Five Characteristics of Catholic Marianist Education *Educating for Formation in Faith *Providing an Integral, Quality Education *Educating in Family Spirit *Educating for Service, Justice and Peace *Educating for Adaptation and Change

Notable Alumni: Bradley Beal and David Lee - NBA Players; Ben Bishop, Chris Butler and Paul Stastny NHL Players; Brad Davis and Joe Willis - MLS; Bill Steltemeier - Founder of EWTN

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 11am - 4pm

Christian Brothers College High School 1850 De La Salle Dr., St. Louis, MO 63141 314.985.6100 www.CBCHS.org @CBCHighSchool

Christian Brothers College is a Catholic, Lasallian high school preparing young men of diverse academic, social, racial, religious and economic backNotable Alumni: Mike Peters grounds for college and for life.

- Pulitzer Prize Winner and Our mission remains faithful to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the charism Author of Mother Goose and of St. John Baptist de La Salle – educational service to the poor and salva- Grimm; Stephen Martines tion of all. We challenge students to realize their potential in an exceptional, Actor; Larry Hughes - NBA; technology-rich learning environment that focuses on individual strengths Don Mueller, Mike Shannon, Dan Herrmann - MLB Players and needs.

Established: 1850 Mascot: Cadets 2014-2015 Tuition: $13,925 Fees: None Student Our faith-filled and caring community provides a Christian education that Teacher Ratio: develops young men academically, spiritually and morally, all in a reverent 12.5:1 awareness of the holy presence of God. Financial Aid: Yes

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

De Smet Jesuit High School 233 North New Ballas Rd., St. Louis, MO 63141 314.267.3500 www.DeSmet.org @DeSmetJesuitHS

Established: 1967 Mascot: Spartans 2014-2015 Tuition: $3,970 Fees: $815 Student Teacher Ratio: 11.5:1 Financial Aid: Yes

De Smet Jesuit High School is a Catholic, college preparatory community whose members work together to build a challenging, academic environment set in the context of the life and spirit of Jesus Christ. While members are constantly encouraged to develop strong personal values and convictions, they achieve success by realizing their leadership potentials through positively impacting the lives of those around them. They also learn and live the values of St. Ignatius by being intellectually competent, open to growth, religious, loving, and committed to doing justice in generous service to the people of God.

Notable Alumni: Eric Schmitt and Tom Dempsey - Missouri State Senators; Bob Keppel - MLB Player; Ray Agnew III - NFL player; Chris Klein - President of Los Angeles Galaxy; Will Bruin and Pat Noonan - MLS Players

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

St. John Vianney High School 1311 South Kirkwood Rd., St. Louis, MO 63122 314.965.4853 www.Vianney.com @VianneyGriffins

Established: 1960 Mascot: Golden Griffin 2014-2015 Tuition: $12,700 Fees: ??

Student Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Vianney seeks to attract students who wish to develop their human potential within a group of caring people who are dedicated to the ideals of the gospel and who are excited by the pursuit of wisdom, invigorated by the power of the Spirit and motivated by the will to succeed.

Also, the young man and his family value our Catholic, Marianist mission, and have demonstrated the potential to benefit and flourish from our academic, spiritual and co-curricular offerings.

Notable Alumni: Mark Lamping - Former President of St Louis Cardinals; Tom Barnidge - Editor of The Sporting News; Riley Schmidt - Actor; Bob Cassilly - Founder of St. Louis City Museum; Scott Touzinsky - Gold Medalist 2008; Matt Cepicky, Neil Fiala, Cliff Politte and Nick Schmidt - MLB Players; Trent Green - NFL Player; Brad Snyder and Erik Ustruck - MLS Player

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

St. Louis Priory School 500 South Mason Rd., St. Louis, MO 63141 314.434.3690 www.Priory.org @STLPriorySchool

Established: 1955 Mascot: Rebels 2014-2015 Tuition: $20,750 Fees: $950 Student Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Financial Aid: Yes

The Mission of Saint Louis Priory School is to provide a Benedictine, Catholic, college preparatory education of the highest Notable Alumni: John A. Hefexcellence so as to help talented and motivated young men de- fern - U.S. Ambassador; David Wehner - CFO of Facebook; velop their full potential as children of God. William Donius - President and CEO of Pulaski Bank; Kevin Kline - Academy Award-Winning Actor; Eddy L. Harris - Author; Benjamin R. Noll - NFL

OPEN HOUSE - November 9th, 12:30pm - 3pm

4970 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110 314.531.0330 www.SLUH.org Instagram: YouAreSLUH Twitter: @SLUHJrBills Established: 1818 Mascot: Junior Billiken 2014-2015 Student/ Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Tuition: $15,400 Fees: None Financial Aid: $3.2M

We are a Catholic, Jesuit college-preparatory school for young men, committed to its presence in the City of St. Louis and dedicated to building Christ’s kingdom of truth, justice, love, and peace. We serve young men based on their ability to succeed, rather than their economic circumstances.

Through a rigorous academic program, we help our students develop critical minds and a life-long devotion to learning that informs moral choices and transforms lives.

In addition to assisting in the intellectual, aesthetic, social, and physical formation of our students, we help them develop compassionate hearts by fostering habits of personal prayer, reflection, and service for the Greater Glory of God.

Notable Alumni: James Gunn ‘84 Filmmaker and writer/director of the 2014 Marvel blockbuster Guardians of the Galaxy; Daniel Isom ‘85 Director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety and former St. Louis City Chief of Police; Jean Baptiste Charbonneau - Son of Sacagawea and Toussaint Charbonneau, members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, pictured as an infant on the U.S. One Dollar Coin

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 11:30am - 4pm St. Mary’s High School 4701 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63111 314.481.8400 www.StMarysHS.com @StMarysDragons

Established: 1931 Mascot: Dragons 2014-2015 Tuition: $9,460 Fees: $340 Student Teacher Ratio: 11::1 Financial Aid: Yes

St. Mary’s is a Catholic high school rooted in the Marianist tradition. Each person is seen as a child of God with gifts that will be called forth. This community is a place where self actualization, diversity and lifelong learning are encouraged. St. Mary’s is a place where the whole person can grow in the love of God and each other. This Marianist community is dedicated to developing responsible young men who are prepared to live as contributing and successful members of society who witness Jesus Christ to the world.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

Notable Alumni: St Louis Mayor Francis Slay; Yogi Berra - Former MLB Player and Manager; Joe Garagiola - Former MLB player and Broadcaster

Established: 1956 Mascot: Charger 2014-2015 Student/ Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Tuition: $12,750 Fees: $975 Financial Aid: Yes

10230 Gravois Rd., St. Louis, MO 63123 314.842.1546 www.CorJesu.org Twitter: @CorJesuAcademy Cor Jesu Academy, a Catholic, college-preparatory school founded by the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, offers an academically challenging program committed to the total education of young women. Inspired by the charism “SHARING THE LOVE OF THE HEART OF CHRIST,� students embrace personal dignity, faith, integrity and compassion. Empowered intellectually, spiritually, and morally, graduates serve as responsible members of the global community.

Notable Alumnae:

U.S. Representative Ann Wagner; Tina Klocke - CFO of BuildA-Bear Workshop, Inc; Heather Maclean Author and Founder of Little Laureate; Niele Ivey Former WNBA Player

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 11:30am - 4pm Incarnate Word Academy 2788 Normandy Dr., St. Louis, MO 63301 314.725.5850 www.IWAcademy.org @IWARedKnights

Established: 1932 Mascot: Red Knights 2014-2015 Tuition: $11,995 Fees: None Student Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Financial Aid: Yes

The mission of Incarnate Word Academy is to challenge young women of faith to achieve their God-given potential as academically successful Women of the Word, following the example of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, by promoting human dignity, thereby empowering themselves and others to make a positive impact on our world.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 11am - 3pm

Nerinx Hall High School

530 East Lockwood Ave., St. Louis, MO 63019 314.968.1505 www.NerinxHS.org Facebook.com/NerinxHallHighSchool Twitter: @HallMarker

Established: 1924 Mascot: Markers 2014-2015 Tuition: $12,250 Fees: None Student Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Nerinx Hall educates young women to think critically, act deliberately and make a difference in the world. Inspired by the Gospels’ call to action and service, Nerinx women build community, work for justice and respect the dignity of each person. As a Catholic high school founded by the Sisters of Loretto, Nerinx embraces the values of faith, community, justice and respect.

Nerinx offers a dynamic educational environment for students of all interests. Intriguing electives like Forensics, Eastern Cultures, Gender Studies, Astronomy and more provide girls with diverse learning experiences. Students may choose from classes in five foreign languages including Mandarin and German. Whether acting onstage, designing sets backstage, playing in the jazz band, or sculpting in the arts studio, creativity flourishes in Nerinx’s rich arts program. Wide-ranging extracurricular activities let girls explore other interests including cooking, anime and Model UN. Nerinx student-athletes compete on 30 different teams across 13 sports.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 11:30am - 4pm

Notre Dame High School 320 East Ripa Ave., St. Louis, MO 63125 314.544.1015 www.NDHS.net @NotreDameSTL

Established: 1934 Mascot: Rebels 2014-2015 Tuition: $11,000 Fees: None Student Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Notre Dame High School educates young women to become confident, compassionate Christian leaders. Each student is guided to reach the fullness of her potential and to use her gifts to make a difference in the world around her.

Notre Dame High School provides a college preparatory program to girls from diverse backgrounds through an environment of differentiated instruction.

In the spirit of the School Sisters of Notre Dame and in response to the mission of Jesus in the Catholic tradition, students are educated to integrate lifelong learning, faith, and service into their lives.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 10am - 3pm

Rosati-Kain High School 4389 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108 314.533.8513 www.Rosati-Kain.org @RosatiKain

Established: 1911 Mascot: Kougar 2014-2015 Tuition: $9,500 Fees: $200 Student Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Through a vibrant Catholic education, we cultivate the individuality, faith, talent, and aspirations of young women who will lead and serve the world.

Rosati-Kain High School students develop a unique bond with other students and with alumnae across generations that develop in them a high degree of confidence in their ability to succeed and a deep appreciation of diversity.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

Notable Alumni: Jenna Fischer, Mary Frann and Marsha Mason - Actresses; Lori Chalupny - 2008 U.S. Women’s Olympic Soccer Team

St. Joseph’s Academy 2307 South Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63131 314.394.4300 www.StJosephAcademy.org @StJoeAngels

Established: 1840 Mascot: Angels 2014-2015 Student/ Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Tuition: $12,500 Fees: $1000 Financial Aid: Yes

St. Joseph’s Academy is a college preparatory high school sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.

Our mission at the Academy is to provide quality Catholic education for young women in an environment that challenges them to grow in faith, knowledge, and respect for self and others. Our community expects these young women to make a profound impact in the world.

Notable Alumnae: Molly McNearney - Television Writer, Actress, Tisha Terrasini Banker Actress; Kristin Folkl - WNBA

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm St. Pius X High School

1030 St. Pius Dr., Festus, MO 63028 636.931.7487 www.StPius.com @SPXLancers Since 1959, St. Pius X High School has been the Catholic college-preparatory high school of choice for Jefferson, St. Francois and South St. Louis Counties. Authentically Catholic, St. Pius Established: X prides itself on the holistic formation of its students in the areas of spirituality, intellect and human formation. A warm family-like environment, extraordinary concern for each student and 1959 rigorous and relevant academics are the hallmark of an education at St. Pius X. The Cardinal Mascot: Newman Society named St. Pius X a 2014 School of Excellence. Always looking towards the Lancers bright future of its students, St. Pius X actively guides students in their college search and pre2014-2015 pares them for the challenge of higher education through the dynamic college counseling office Tuition: and the 38 college credits available. Student involvement heightens the high school experience $8,605 Fees: None of every student through participation in various clubs and organizations. Named the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Small School Athletic Program of the Year, St. Pius X serves our student athletes Student Teacher Ratio: through the experience of team sports under the guidance of dedicated mentor-coaches. Our Lancer For A Day program offers 8th graders the opportunity to spend a day in our classrooms 12:1 getting to know our students and faculty. Call 636-931-7487 to schedule a visit.

Financial Aid: Yes

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 10am - 2pm

Notable Alumni: Mike Henneman - Former MLB Player; Steve Stoll - Former State Senator, Jennifer Johnson Cano - Mezzo Soprano, Metropolitan Opera, Ryan McKenna - Former State Senator

Established: 1848 Mascot: Bears 2014-2015 Student/ Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Tuition: $12,500 Fees: $520 Financial Aid: Yes

341 South Sappington Rd., St. Louis, MO 63112 314.984.2800 www.UrsulineSTL.org Facebook.com/UrsulineSTL Twitter: @UrsulineSTL

Ursuline Academy of St. Louis, founded in 1848, and under the sponsorship of the Ursuline Sisters, is a private Catholic college preparatory high school for young women. In a community environment, built on standards of academic excellence and respect for the uniqueness of each person, Ursuline Academy educates students for Christian living and leadership in a global society, nurtures the development of the whole person and her potential, and cultivates within its students a spirit of lifelong service through its motto of Serviam, “I will serve.”

Notable Alumni: Rosejoan Holden ‘41 - Developed the original recipe for Chex Mix; Trish Gazall ‘91 - Radio personality

Notable Alumnae: Molly McNearney - Television Writer, Actress, Tisha Terrasini Banker Actress; Kristin Folkl - WNBA

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School

Established: 1929 Mascot: Saints 2014-2015 Tuition: $9,735$19,450 Fees: $225$925 Student Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Financial Aid: Yes

801 South Spoede Rd., St. Louis, MO 63131 314.432.2021 www.VDOH.org Facebook.com/VDOHS Twitter: @VDOHschool

Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School is an independent, Catholic school educating boys and girls age 3 through grade 6 and young women grades 7 through 12. As a member of an international network of Sacred Heart schools, we share an educational philosophy of faith, academics, service, community, and personal growth. Our students are prepared to serve as global citizens through cultural exchange opportunities with 45 countries around the world.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

Visitation Academy

Established: 1833 Mascot: Vivettes 2014-2015 Student/Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Tuition: $17,980 Fees: None Financial Aid: Yes Notable Alumnae: Mary Engelbreit - Children’s Book Illustrator; Lucille Mulhall - First Woman to Compete in Rodeos; Kiley Hunkler - Rhodes Scholar at Oxford; Nancy Mogab - First Woman Elected to Appellate Judicial Commision;

3020 N Ballas Rd, St Louis, MO 63131 314.625.9100 www.VisitationAcademy.org Facebook.com/VizAcademy Twitter: @VizAcademy Founded in 1833 by the Sisters of the Visitation, Visitation Academy is a private Catholic school whose mission of “valuing excellence in scholarship, spirituality, leadership and service” lies at the heart of a Visitation education. Dedicated to developing each student’s unique gifts in the comfort and safety of a strong spiritual and academic environment, Visitation Academy provides the only all-girls educational program for Grades 1 through 12 in the St. Louis area and offers a coeducational Montessori early childhood program.

Visitation honors its rich history and traditions while maintaining a commitment to a 21st century education.

Daily prayer, a dedication to service, and devotion to the school motto, “Live + Jesus,” form the foundation from which strong, spiritual, and compassionate young women emerge. With a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, Visitation students learn in a community of like-minded young women, eager to discover new talents and fulfill new dreams. Visitation faculty are experienced and committed to their individual professional development. They each bring their own unique style of teaching to the classroom, but all share in the common desire to fully develop each student’s ability to think critically, communicate, collaborate, and create. Technology is appropriately integrated into the curriculum, and each student utilizes a laptop in her daily studies. This powerful combination of tradition and 21st century learning results in confident, well-rounded, high-achieving graduates prepared to succeed in college and beyond.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm Barat Academy

17815 Wild Horse Creek Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63005 636.300.5500 www.BaratAcademy.org Facebook.com/BaratAcademyEagles Twitter: @BaratAcademy

Established: 2007 Mascot: Eagles 2014-2015 Tuition: $13,975 Fees: None Student Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Founded in 2007 in the tradition of Sacred Heart education, Barat Academy is a Catholic independent private college preparatory high school which recognizes not only the worth of each student’s intellect, but also the importance of fostering caring citizens that will be life-long learners. Students build a strong sense of community and personal identity as they learn, serve, and grow in a loving environment permeated by Christ-centered values. While promoting academic and athletic excellence, Barat Academy is a place where one’s spirit is developed along with mind and body. Barat Academy draws students from a wide geographic area and from diverse backgrounds, all with the same desire: to obtain a quality education in single-gender classes on a co-ed campus.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

Bishop DuBourg High School

5850 Eichelberger St., St. Louis, MO 63109 314.832.3030 www.BishopDuBourg.org Facebook.com/BishopDuBourg Twitter: @BishopDuBourg

Established: 1950 Mascot: Cavaliers 2014-2015 Tuition: $9,500 Fees: $100 Student Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Financial Aid: Yes

Bishop DuBourg High School offers a comprehensive, co-educational experience for students in grades 9-12. The faculty prides itself on a Christ-centered curriculum and rigorous academic standards. Students at Bishop DuBourg are encouraged to grow both academically and spiritually during their four years. As a comprehensive school, Bishop DuBourg High School challenges students of varying abilities. The individualized curriculum allows students to reach their highest potential in each subject area. As a co-educational school, Bishop DuBourg boasts a sampling of real-life experiences. The entire campus is equipped for a student-friendly atmosphere conducive to learning with access to wireless internet connections, laptops and smart board technology.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

Notable Alumni: Jack Dorsey- Co-Founder of Twitter & Square; Jeannie Leavitt - 1st Female Air Force Fighter Pilot; Norbert Leo Butz- Twotime Tony Award Winning Actor; Michael McMillianPresident & CEO- Urban League St. Louis; Denny Reagan- President & CEO at The Muny

Duchesne High School

425 South Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131 636.946.6767 www.Duchesne-HS.org Facebook.com/DuchesneHighSchool Twitter:@DuchesneHS

The mission of Duchesne High School is to educate the individual student Established: as a whole person: mind, body and spirit.

1924 Mind: to provide a broad-based curriculum to enable students to funcMascot: tion as mature, thinking, responsible adults in a changing world.

Pioneers 2014-2015 Body: to instill a positive attitude of a physically healthy lifestyle.

Tuition: $19,250 Spirit: to support the Roman Catholic influence of the home so that stuFees: $680 dents will develop an internal moral structure to guide decisions Student Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Financial Aid: Yes

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 10am - 2pm

John F. Kennedy Catholic High School

1850 500 Woods Mill Rd., Manchester, MO 63011 636.227.5900 www.KennedyCatholic.net Facebook.com/KennedyCatholicHS Twitter: @KennedyCatholic

Established: 1968 Mascot: Celts 2014-2015 Tuition: $10,750 Fees: $950 Student Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Financial Aid: Yes

John F. Kennedy Catholic High School provides a quality college preparatory education while encouraging physical, social, intellectual and spiritual growth. Kennedy Catholic High School offers its young men and women the essentials for living as responsible citizens and life-long learners - a Catholic spirituality, a comprehensive education and a respect for the diversity of our world.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 11am - 4pm

Notable Alumni: Scott T. Rupp - Missouri State Senator; Tara Osseck - Miss Missouri 2009; Tom Heintzelman - Former MLB player

St. Dominic High School 31 St. Dominic Dr., O’Fallon, MO 63366 636.240.8303 www.StDominicHS.org @StDominicHS

Established: 1962 Mascot: Crusader 2014-2015 Tuition: $8,515 Fees: $250 Student Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Financial Aid: Yes

St. Dominic is a Catholic, college preparatory high school offering young men and women an education rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Living the Dominican tradition of prayer, study, community and service, we encourage life-long growth in faith, knowledge and leadership and involvement in the global community.

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 10am - 1pm

St. Francis Borgia Regional High School 1000 Borgia Dr., Washington, MO 63090 636.239.7871 www.Borgia.com @CallMeDrMabie

Established: 1901 Mascot: Knights 2014-2015 Tuition: $6,700 Fees: $355 Student Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Financial Aid: Yes

The Mission of SFBRHS is to provide a Catholic education that fosters spiritually, morally, academically, and technologically prepared lifelong learners.

Notable Alumni: Jack Wagner - Actor; Brock We envision a community of inquisitive learners, grounded in Catholic heritage, sustained by faith in Christ, committed to one another’s Olivo - NFL Player; Matt personal growth and dignity, and guided by a consistent Christian life Pickens - MLS Player ethic. We strive to be a safe haven of grace and compassion. Our graduates are sent prepared into an ever-changing world with a commitment to serve the needs of others responsibly and generously.

OPEN HOUSE - October 26, 12pm - 2pm

Trinity Catholic High School 1720 Redman Rd., St. Louis, MO 63138 314.741.1333 www.TrinityCatholicHigh.org @Trinity_Titans

Trinity is a comprehensive, co-educational high school dedicated to the fostering of spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical growth in its students. With the support of Established: its parents, staff, alumni, and the school community, Trinity Catholic High School will 2003 flourish and become the Cornerstone of Catholic education in North County.

Mascot: Titans 2014-2015 Students, whose educational needs can be met by the Trinity staff and who apply will be admitted, given available space. Students are admitted without regard to race, Tuition: gender, ethnicity, or nationality. Students normally apply during the winter of their $8,050 Fees: $725 eighth grade year for admission to ninth grade the following fall. All incoming freshman students must have successfully completed the eighth grade. Non-Catholic stuStudent Teacher Ratio: dents are admitted provided they, and their parents or guardians, are willing to fully subscribe to the religious philosophy and program at Trinity Catholic High School.

12:1 Financial Aid: Yes

OPEN HOUSE - November 2nd, 12pm - 4pm

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by Sandar Morton, Director of Admission, Cardinal Ritter College Prep

Vital Part of the City

Since 1979, Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School has been committed to providing an exemplary education to Saint Louis metropolitan area youth by instilling attitudes of success and self-worth through faith-development, academic excellence, and leadership training. Cardinal Ritter Prep is an independent Ardiocesan high school.

Our graduates are inspired to succeed, and their aspirations are rewarded: 100 percent of our graduates are accepted to one or more colleges or universities.

The current student body is comprised of young African-American men and women from across the socioeconomic spectrum.

We offer families a college prep alternative that features a high school education deeply rooted in the core values of faith, tradition,

and dedication. We maintain the lowest private high school tuition in the area.

With a strong foundation in excellence, compassion, and leadership, our graduates are prepared to succeed in college and to have fulfilling careers. Our alumni include scientists, physicians, teachers, lawmakers, artists, activists and community leaders who are making a positive impact on our city, our region, and our nation.

Preparing students for college

Our college –preparatory curriculum, including college-credit courses, integrates the most advanced learning theories and technology. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to providing students with a strong learning environment that fosters

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art and cultural organizations, universities, businesses, and community groups enrich the educational experience through special programs and help prepare our graduates to succeed in college and beyond.

One hundred percent of our graduates attend college after graduation and many go on to study at the post-graduate level. Every year over half of our students receive a variety of scholarships. Collectively, our students earn approximately three million dollars or more per year. We have produced Gates Millennium Scholars, National Merit Scholars, Commended Scholars, National Achievement Scholars, and Presidential Scholars.

A Creative Learning Environment

Our Art Department is unsurpassed in the St. Louis region in both talent and experience. As a result, art students at Cardinal Ritter Prep are challenged to express themselves beyond the boundaries of the traditional high school experience. Classes consist of the study of the principles of art, art history, and several hands-on projects of various media. This is reinforced with related vocabulary and personal interpretation. Art students who express interest in being professional artists are nurtured throughout their years at Cardinal Ritter Prep. This prepares them for the exciting and competitive world of professional graphics and fine art.

Intern Leadership Program

The Intern Leadership Program (ILP) gives African American youth opportunities beyond college graduation to encourage leadership in the St. Louis community and to develop youth as highly productive and responsible citizens.

Cardinal Ritter Prep juniors and seniors in ILP can receive leadership scholarships and summer internships with local major employers. The Intern Leadership Program is a six-year program

that challenges students to take a deeper look at the traits of a good leader. Students are trained to work in professional environments and are placed in internships that last throughout their collegiate experience. Upon college graduation, participants are in an excellence position to earn a job if they commit to work for the sponsor company for at least four years after graduation.

A Caring community

All of our students participate in leadership training. Students learn the characteristics of great leaders and how to become leaders in their own schools, homes, and communities. We believe it is our job to nurture, as well as educate, the whole person. A Cardinal Ritter Prep education means so much more than just learning dates and memorizing equations. It means learning about the world, acting with compassion, and appreciating differences.

Beyond classroom work, our teachers and administrators act as role models and mentors. We are a caring community, a safe haven, and a place to call home. We help every student achieve success Our students leave Cardinal Ritter Prep with a foundation of self-respect and compassion for others that stays with them for the rest of their lives.

Faith-based High School Experience

“…who has been given much, much will be required…” Luke 12:48.

This lesson from the Gospel is woven through every aspect of the Cardinal Ritter Prep education. As a faith-filled organization, we focus on Christian service. Each year our students volunteer hundreds of hours in the community, including tutoring students in our local neighborhood middle schools and helping to repair dilapidated homes through the Solomon Project. Instilling a strong moral foundation in our students is an integral part of our mission.

Share in the sports Legacy

Year after year, the Cardinal Ritter Prep Lions bring excitement to the field, court and beyond.

Our long tradition of athletic excellence is enjoyed and celebrated by students, staff, and alumni.

The athletic experience deepens the sense of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and commitment among the students. The thrill of winning is never forgotten. Winning eleven state titles and just recently claiming the title of 2014 Men’s Basketball Class 3a Champions shows the growth and stability of our athletic program.

The School Day and Beyond

We offer students a variety of co- and extracurricular activities which include Student Council, President’s Task force, National Honor Society, Brotherhood and Sisterhood and more.

CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP

Come for a Visit

We encourage 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who are interested in our school to “shadow” current students for a day. Elementary groups may be arranged. To arrange a visit, call the admissions office at 314-446-5524. Please call a week in advance.

Summer Academic and Athletic Camps

We offer a dynamic summer academic experience for budding scholars. We also have a variety of summer athletic programs.

Contact us for additional information:

Cardinal Ritter College Prep 701 N. Spring Ave St. Louis, MO 63108 Ph: 314-446-5501 Fax: 314-446-5570 Visit us online at www.cardinalritterprep.org

314.446.5500

701 NORTH SPRING AVE. SAINT LOUIS, MO 63108

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NOTABLE ALUMNI Drs. A Hurd, Jade James, and Dewayne Moore Artis Keith Turner ~TurnGroup Owner Ali Jones, Nichole Williams, & Tommie Ringo

~Nationally known musicians & recording artists Ajumma Muhammad (Wayne Thomas) ~Motivational Speaker Curstan Dye - Chemist, Monsanto

Cardinal Ritter Type of School ~~ Archdiocesan – Co-educational Religious Affiliation ~~ Archdiocese of St. Louis Total Enrollment ~~ 275 Total Faculty ~~ 22 Tuition ~~ $7,935

HISTORY Cardinal Ritter College Preparatory originally opened in 1979. In August, 2003 the school moved to its current location. CRCP places a strong emphasis on faith development, academic excellence and leadership. The school’s curriculum exceeds the guidelines of the typical college preparatory course of study. The curriculum allows qualifying students to enroll in honors and Advanced College Credit courses through Saint Louis University and the University of Missouri-St. Louis, in: Math, Science, English and Social Studies. Our school’s location in the Grandel Square/Grand Arts Center area of St. Louis allows our students the opportunity to take advantage of partnerships with some of the finest museums, theaters, concert halls and cultural institutions.

Cardinal Ritter College Prep has a focus on faith, academic excellence and leadership as its mission. In successfully actualizing its mission, graduates of Cardinal Ritter College Prep attend our nation’s finest colleges and universities. In addition, as measured by the Explore, Plan and ACT assessments, CRCP student’s scores frequently exceed their original predicted ACT score.

The school admits eligible students of any religion, ethnicity or national origin who meet the academic, attendance and citizenship standards.

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School is to provide an exceptional Catholic educational experience to youth that instills attitudes of success and self-worth through faith development, academic excellence and leadership.

VISION AND CORE VALUES Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School is a national model for urban education. Cardinal Ritter College Prep is known for its commitment to high academic standards, innovation, student and alumni community involvement.

Students who successfully complete their course of study by attending Cardinal Ritter College Prep are developed through the school’s following core values of being:

* Enlightened in Faith

* Nurtured with Compassion

* Enriched by Excellence

* Called to Leadership Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School graduates are “Aspiring, Inspiring – Empowered

by Life!”

College Prep

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS/PROCEDURE Cardinal Ritter College Prep’s admissions process includes: * A review of a completed application * A review of the applicant’s 6th through 8th grade official academic record and standardized assessments * Review of the applicant’s attendance and behavior records * Applicant interview * Parent interview Academic scholarships and tuition assistance are available to qualified applicants. Upon making application, families are encouraged to complete the school’s “Preliminary Tuition Assistance Application”. Work study is also available to those who apply. On average, qualified students receive approximately $2,800 in tuition assistance to attend Cardinal Ritter College Prep.

ADVANCED COLLEGE CREDIT Advanced College Credit (ACC) classes are offered in English, Math, Science and Social Studies. College credit for these courses is offered through partnerships with Saint Louis University and the University of Missouri-St. Louis. By successfully enrolling and completing these courses, students can earn college credit at a significantly reduced rate. Credits earned are transferable to many of the nation’s colleges and universities.

ATHLETICS/CO-CURRICULARS Cardinal Ritter College Prep is a fine educational institution known for its academics. It is also known for its fine arts (vocal music and visual art) program and athletics. The school offers a wide variety of co-curricular activities to assist interested students in their total development. Many past participants have gone on to receive college scholarships and local & national awards for their participation and competition.

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Barat Academy Bishop DuBourg High School Cardinal Ritter College Prep Christian Brothers College High School Cor Jesu Academy De Smet Jesuit High School Rosati-Kain High School St. John Vianney High School

St. Joseph’s Academy St. Mary’s High School Trinity Catholic High School Ursuline Academy Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School Visitation Academy 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Nerinx Hall High School

St. Louis University High School 11;00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Chaminade College Preparatory School John F. Kennedy Catholic High School

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Notre Dame High School

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Incarnate Word Academy

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St. Dominic High School

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Duchesne High School St. Pius X High School

Those High Schools offering presentations on other days are: Sunday, October 26, 2014 12 noon – 2:00 p.m.

St. Francis Borgia Regional High School Sunday, November 9, 2014 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.

St. Louis Priory School

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Why consider an all-girls school for your daughter?

by Anita Reznicek President, St. Joseph’s Academy

Educating Our Daughters: 15 Considerations in Selecting the Best School Environment

by Anita M. Reznicek & P. Wilson

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arenting a daughter can be a difficult task. One of the most important jobs you have as a parent of a young woman is to help her prepare for the future. This preparation includes development of her mind, body, and spirit. While her goals may not be clear to her, as her parent you know that her happiness and achievement tomorrow begin with today’s decisions. The rapid pace of the modern world shows no sign of slowing down.

An excellent education is the most important preparation for her success in her career path and personal satisfaction. Choosing a high school in St. Louis is complex because of the large number of great options available. Parents are encouraged to consider the composition of the student body – coed or single-sex – because they offer distinct educational benefits. For many young women an all-girls school is the best place for her to learn.

All-girls schools partner with you through your daughter’s intellectual and personal development. Psychologists describe adolescence as the time when children are forming their own identities and separating from parents. The separation process may be particularly unsettling for girls, who crave close relationships. This is an important and vulnerable time for her.

Girls often turn to friends and influential adults for advice and support. Caring teachers serve as guides and mentors as well as instructors. Multiple studies have documented the dip in selfesteem among girls as they enter adolescence. Unfortunately, our culture presents unreasonable female social expectations to be beautiful, thin, perfect and pleasing to others. Because of this, young women need to be affirmed, encouraged and accepted for who they are. They need help realizing their personal gifts and strengths. And they need lots of models to show them various ways to be smart, creative, courageous, and resilient. The school environment you choose is vital to your daughter’s formation.

Girls schools are staffed by experts in the education of young women. Their teachers understand how girls learn and are best motivated. Professionals in single-sex schools realize the many difficulties and joys along the transformation into womanhood.

Every young woman has gifts and abilities waiting to be revealed.

In girls schools the teachers help her see her potential and don’t set limits on her options because she is female. Curiosity is fostered and girls are invited to take risks and experiment intellectually.

During the school day the focus is on your daughter’s learning and development. She won’t be distracted by boys or by worrying about how she looks. She will be given countless opportunities to expand her confidence and competence.

The benefits of single-sex education for girls are well documented.

According to a Harvard Study on single-sex schools, students from these schools are more likely to associate with academically oriented peers and spend more time on homework. These girls gain a stronger sense of autonomy in decision making. Other studies confirm that students in girls schools are self-motivated learners and good risk takers. Your daughter will have more opportunities to hone her leadership skills. She will be supported as she grows, especially when she faces inevitable challenges and disappointments. At an all-girls school your daughter will have a safe place to build her intellect, self-confidence, and a strong sense of identity.

No matter what your personal situation may be in selecting an education path for your daughter, take the time to research the outcomes of coed and single-sex school settings for young women.

Your awareness of these issues in her education makes you her greatest ally and advocate.

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THE COURAGE TO GROW The Strength to Lead It’s a promise.

At St. Joseph’s Academy, we are dedicated to developing strong leaders who go on to make a profound impact in the world.

Through our values and guiding principles, we speak a common language that unites us, inspires others and propels our community forward.

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Become yourself at Nerinx Hall!

Please join us for Open House on Sunday November 2, 2014 from 11:30 am - 4 pm.

Founded in 1924 by the Sisters of Loretto, Nerinx Hall challenges each young woman to academic excellence as she grows in knowledge of herself and her world. www.nerinxhs.org

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BY SCOTT P. RICHERT

Scott is the author of numerous articles of Catholic moral, social, political, and historical issues. In his monthly column for Chronicles: A Magazine of American Culture (of which he is the executive editor), and in articles published elsewhere (especially the national Catholic weekly newspaper The Wanderer), Scott frequently writes on Catholic themes.

Should Catholics Celebrate

Halloween?

ally have their roots in Catholic belief. Christians believed that, at certain times of the year (Christmas is another), the veil separating earth from Purgatory, heaven, and even hell becomes more thin, and the souls in Purgatory (ghosts) and demons can be more readily seen. Thus the tradition of Halloween costumes owes as much, if not more, to Christian belief as to Celtic tradition.

A Controversial Holiday Every year, a debate rages among Catholics and other Christians: Is Halloween a satanic holiday or merely a secular one? Should Catholic children dress up like ghosts and goblins? Is it good for children to be scared? Lost in the debate is the history of Halloween, which, far from being a pagan religious event, is actually a Christian celebration that’s almost 1,300 years old.

The (First) Anti-Catholic Attack on Halloween The current attacks on Halloween aren’t the first. In post-Reformation England, All Saints Day and its vigil were suppressed, and the Celtic peasant customs associated with Halloween were outlawed. Christmas and the traditions surrounding it were similarly attacked, and the Puritan Parliament banned Christmas outright in 1647. In America, Puritans outlawed the celebration of both Christmas and Halloween, which were revived largely by German Catholic (in the case of Christmas) and Irish Catholic (in the case of Halloween) immigrants in the 19th century.

The Commercialization of Halloween

The Christian Origins of Halloween “Halloween” is a name that means nothing by itself. It is a contraction of “All Hallows Eve,” and it designates the vigil of All Hallows Day, more commonly known today as All Saints Day. (“Hallow,” as a noun, is an old English word for saint. As a verb, it means to make something holy or to honor it as holy.)

All Saints Day, November 1, is a Holy Day of Obligation, and both the feast and the vigil have been celebrated since the early eighth century, when they were instituted by Pope Gregory III in Rome. (A century later, they were extended to the Church at large by Pope Gregory IV.) The Pagan Origins of Halloween Despite concerns among some Catholics and other Christians in recent years about the “pagan origins” of Halloween, there really are none. The first attempts to show some connection between the vigil of All Saints and the Celtic harvest festival of Samhain came over a thousand years after All Saints Day became a universal feast, and there’s no evidence whatsoever that Gregory III or Gregory IV was even aware of Samhain.

In Celtic peasant culture, however, elements of the harvest festival survived, even among Christians, just as the Christmas tree owes its origins to pre-Christian Germanic traditions without being a pagan ritual.

Combining the Celtic and the Christian The Celtic elements included lighting bonfires, carving turnips (and, in America, pumpkins), and going from house to house, collecting treats, as carolers do at Christmas. But the “occult” aspects of Halloween—ghosts and demons—actu-

Continued opposition to Halloween was largely an expression of anti-Catholicism (as well as anti-Irish prejudice). But by the early 20th century, Halloween, like Christmas, was becoming highly commercialized. Pre-made costumes, decorations, and special candy all became widely available, and the Christian origins of the holiday were downplayed.

The rise of horror films, and especially the slasher films of the late 70’s and 80’s, contributed to Halloween’s bad reputation, as did the claims of putative Satanists and Wiccans, who created a mythology in which Halloween had been their festival, co-opted later by Christians.

The (Second) Anti-Catholic Attack on Halloween A new backlash against Halloween by non-Catholic Christians began in the 1980’s, in part because of claims that Halloween was the “Devil’s

Night”; in part because of urban legends about poisons and razor blades in Halloween candy; and in part because of an explicit opposition to Catholicism. Jack Chick, a rabidly anti-Catholic fundamentalist who distributes Bible tracts in the form of small comic books, helped lead the charge.

By the late 1990’s, many Catholic parents, unaware of the anti-Catholic origins of the attack on Halloween, had begun to question Halloween as well, and alternative celebrations became popular.

Alternatives to Halloween Activities Ironically, one of the most popular Christian alternatives to celebrating Halloween is a secular “Harvest Festival,” which has more in common with the Celtic Samhain than it does with the Catholic All Saints Day. There’s nothing wrong with celebrating the harvest, but there’s no need to strip such a celebration of connections with the Christian liturgical calendar.

Another popular Catholic alternative is an All Saints Party, usually held on Halloween and featuring costumes (of saints rather than ghouls) and candy. At best, though, this is an attempt to Christianize an already Christian holiday.

Safety Concerns and the Fear Factor Parents are in the best position to decide whether their children can participate safely in Halloween activities, and, in today’s world, it’s understandable that many choose to err on the side of caution. One concern that’s often overblown, however, is the effect that fright might have on children. Some children, of course, are very sensitive, but most love scaring others and being scared themselves (within limits, of course). Any parent knows that the “Boo!” is usually followed by laughter, not only from the child doing the scaring, but from the one being scared. Halloween provides a structured environment for fear.

Making Your Decision In the end, the choice is yours to make as a parent. If you choose, as my wife and I do, to let your children participate in Halloween, simply stress the need for physical safety (including checking over their candy when they return home), and explain the Christian origins of Halloween to your children. Before you send them off trick-ortreating, recite together the Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel, and explain that, as Catholics, we believe in the reality of evil. Tie the vigil explicitly to the Feast of All Saints, and explain to your children why we celebrate that feast, so that they won’t view All Saints Day as “the boring day when we have to go to church before we can eat some more candy.”

Let’s reclaim Halloween for Christians, by returning to its roots in the Catholic Church!

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F rom the Experts

Sticks, Stones, Words, and Broken Bones: 3 Tips for Building Resilent Kids in the Face of School Difficulties

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ticks, Stones, Words, and Broken Bones: 3 Tips for Building Resilient Kids in the Face of School Difficulties

Looking back, I still regard my formative educational experiences very fondly. Considering the myriad ways I was positively impacted sitting in the schoolhouse nine months of every year -- the teachers, the administration, my peers -- each one of them affected my trajectory for success inside and outside the academy in ways that would be difficult to overstate.

I remember Mr. Krizan (affectionately referred to as “Mr. K.”), my geography teacher and baseball coach, who taught me the difference between earning my classmates’ fear and their respect.

I remember Mrs. Asselmeier, the school secretary and otherwise all-knowing, all-seeing sage, who looked out for me and kept me from getting into any more mischief than was absolutely necessary for a boy of my disposition.

I remember my friends, Mandy, Melissa, Michael, Chris, and JT, and a host of others, many of whom I spent nearly all of K-12 with, and how close I felt to each of them. This closeness is all the more clear to me now, as we’ve rekindled friendships as adults at community and social events.

Still, for all of the positivity, it would probably be less than honest not to recollect that many of my earliest somewhat “traumatic” memories came at school as well.

Outside the home-based support of parents and siblings who loved me unconditionally, I was forced to grapple with constructs like academic and athletic competition, popularity, difficult teachers, boyfriend-girlfriend relationships, self-esteem and identity formation, and more.

Your kids will too.

Here are three tips to help build resilient kids moving their way through the sticks, stones, words, and broken bones of the educational experience.

are your own ories (ahead of time)

Perhaps the most vexing aspect of navigating school difficulties during the roughly eight hours that comprise any school day is how

much is simply unfamiliar. Home-life is ideally a cocoon of love and unconditional regard, but the schoolhouse can feel less safe as our children are forced to create their own systems of support.

Preparation for things like homework and academic challenge is worthwhile, but emotional and relational struggles are perhaps more often the things that can derail us. Think back to your own journey and talk with kids pre-emptively about the difficulties they may face. And don’t sugarcoat it - kids find things much easier to process when they can see them coming, and when they know mom and dad struggled too.

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Create margin at home.

One of the easiest things about working with adolescents in my counseling practice is that, essentially, I am being paid to be consistent and therapeutic. But for parents, interactions with our kids come all-too-often at the end of long days where we’re physically and emotionally exhausted. As any educator can tell you, a tense home-life makes for a tense school-life. But the reverse is true as well -- when we deliberately organize our work, church, and civic lives to create some margin at home, our children naturally feel the impact of our increased availability, and so do we. This means that when there are struggles at school, we’re more capable of helping them shoulder the weight.

Be an advocate, not a helicopter.

Research consistently points to the notion that parental advocacy and involvement in children’s school-lives is strongly predictive of their eventual success. But take some time before you get involved to think through what that might look like. It doesn’t consist of rushing to your child’s rescue every time there is unpleasantness. This kind of posture tends to be both reactive and defensive, and when we employ it, it should be no big surprise that our children respond the same way to their peers, teachers, or administration…or even to us. Instead, being an advocate means staying informed about the details while being willing to let kids navigate their own battles, but providing guidance and support if they struggle or fail (and helping them note that failure doesn’t have to equal tragedy). And above all, it means that they know you’re in their corner at the end of the day and will protect them from legitimate harm.

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Which Catholic High School is the Right Choice for My Child?

“Is my child really that age already?”

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t is time to begin investigating school choices for the 2014-2015 academic year!

As a parent of an 8th grader, what do I need to be asking to make a good choice?

Here are some “starter” suggestions:

When choosing a parochial school, a parent should ask what the top benefits

By Dr. Almeda Lahr-Well Dr. Lahr-Well received her P.H.D from Saint Louis University in Language and Literature and is now Director of Lahr-Well Academy in Edwardsville, Illinois. Prior to founding Lahr-Well Academy she was a professor at University of Illinois and Washington University. Currently, Dr. LahrWell is on various univeristy boards. Dr. Lahr-Well has earned many honors including “Outstanding Teacher” while at her tenure with University of Illinois. She enjoys travelling the world to learn about different cultures and educational systems.

are for a Catholic education. A parent must consider academics, athletics, spiritual growth, etc.

However, a parent should also consider whether or not the school is teaching its students to be inquirers, thinkers, inventors, community servants, and even...entrepreneurs!

A good choice in a Catholic school will include a school that emphasizes personal excellence as a spiritual goal.

It will offer its Catholic identity to its students, charging them with the mission of evangelization as they move into the world as professionals ...whether that be as doctors or lawyers, police”men” or fire”men,” business men or women, or professional homemakers.

A good choice in a Catholic school will include a school that offers the richness of its religious tradition, music, art, literature, drama, and foreign languages, as well as basic skill development. Hopefully the school will still offer world history as one of its social sciences, as well as American history... and its Constitution. World geography, a strong STEM, or STEAM program (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math), and even, perhaps a philosophy class combine to offer a compelling curriculum.

A good choice in a Catholic school will include a school that emphasizes self-discipline... through moral vision based on the Gospel.

It will promote service as an essential component. (Many Catholic schools offer service programs from kindergarten through twelfth grade.) The school will encourage its students to become engaged in civic activities.

It will provide students extended opportunities to explore the beauty and richness of Sacred Scripture through the lens of faith and daily living. It will teach students how to experience

God’s grace and presence in their own lives, as well as through their relationships with others. It will teach its students, of course, that the Christian Triune God (God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost) is present and active in their personal lives, as well as the world.

A parent will want to know if the school is traditional or vocational in nature, and what kinds of activities and clubs are part of the program. A parent will want to know “who” the school is (what it is about), who the teachers are (what are their credentials and experience), with whom the school partners, internships, study abroad, summer camps, tutoring, and what kinds of nationally, standardized exams are offered.

A parent will want to ask how the school communicates with its parents. Are there parent-teacher conferences? How often are these conferences? In what other way/s does the school communicate with its parents?

Some of the more recent U.S. subjects being considered are built around teaching students about taxes, budgeting and finance, computer coding, emergency medical training, cover letters and resumes, and sustainable living.

No matter which school you choose, as a parent might choose, in order for your child to be the most successful he or she can be, you should:

1) Be involved!

2) Tell your child, daily, that you love him/her.

3) Tell your child that he or she is “great”!

4) Read with your child every day.

5) Try to gently engage your child in daily conversation...by asking questions.

6) Encourage your child to think “out of the box.”

7) Physically...and mentally :) ...be “present” daily with and for your child.

8) Be excited about school, the teachers, the principals, the learning opportunities.

9) Maintain an optimal study environment.

10) Make certain your child has the nutrition and rest that he or she needs.

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Digging the Digital

Websites W The Math Forum at Drexel: mathforum.org A project of Drexel University, this site answers your frequently asked number conundrums and includes an archive organized by grade level and math topic.

BJ Pinchbeck’s Homework Helper: bjpinchbeck.com

Features a roundup of the best online sources for nearly every school subject, including art, music, foreign languages, math, and current events.

National Geographic Kids: kids.nationalgeographic.com Includes extensive coverage of science, geography, history, and more, with articles, maps, photos, and videos.

First Gov for Kids: kids.gov

With the first semester almost half way done, your child may find they need a little extra help with their studies. Here are some Text Jane Doe Photo John Doe sites that may help!

Provides kid-friendly links to hundreds of U.S. government-run websites divided by school grade and category. You’ll find links to the Library of Congress, NASA, and the Smithsonian Institution, as well as nonprofit and educational sites.

Howard Hughes Medical Institute: hhmi.org/ askascientist

The one-stop site for biology homework. Browse submitted questions or get ideas for science fair projects.

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For that little extra help!

K han Academy KhanAcademy.org

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Fact Monster Homework Center:

han Academy is a nonprofit that aims to provide «a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.» The site offers a growing library of high-quality educational videos that can help parents brush up on school subjects or guide their child through homework with evidence and visual aids, which are big concepts in the Common Core. Whether you’re looking for a crash course in world history or biology, or even just basic math concepts, there are nicely paced videos on almost every topic. There are even videos to help kids learn computer programming or prepare for the SAT.

Kids can find literally anything they want to know on this fact-packed site, with entries on everything from Greek and Roman mythology to multiplication tables to world capitals.

Google Helpouts

Cosmeo by Discovery Channel: cosmeo.com Subscribe to this homework tool kit for thousands of educational videos, math tutorials, and online biographies and reference materials. The cool multimedia elements (like interactive games) will help your kids learn while having fun.

factmonster.com/homework

Scholastic Homework Hub: scholastic.com/parents-school-success

Offers tips and techniques for studying, practice quizzes, and research references that will jump-start reports.

EasyBib: easybib.com Whether your child’s paper has to be in MLA or APA style, easy bib will do their citations for them. Just plug in name of the book and what style and EasyBib will do the citation page for them!

Textbook Printers Most textbooks your child uses in class will have an online version with help to study for that specific subject and textbook. The online version may cost a little bit, but it is well worth it. Most have a free version to use as well.

H

elpouts connects you to expert help over live video.

Download the app today to get help across a wide range of topics—anytime, anywhere.

Browse or search wide variety of Helpouts Try Helpouts for free from elect providers - Schedule Helpouts for later time or start one instantly - Get notifications on your device when it’s time for scheduled Helpout - Send messages to users - Leave / edit feedback - Providers can give Helpouts using the app - Apply promo codes to get additional discounts - 100% Money Back Guarantee - Refer your friends to Helpouts and earn rewards

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Digging the Digital

Parenting Apps Mama Bear App

All Platforms

Here’s your all-in-one app that allows you to always know where your kids are, what they’re doing on social media, who they are with, and, for parents of teens, if they are speeding. Simply set up your Mama Bear account and sync your family’s phones. When your child makes a new online “friend,” uploads a photo, gets tagged in a photo, or uses inappropriate language from a list of restricted words created by you, you’ll be aware of the activity. FREE

Mom Maps

All Platforms

Whether you need indoor fun, outdoor parks, kid-friendly restaurants, or are simply looking for something new and fun to do with your child, Mom Maps has you covered. Over 28,000 kid-friendly locations are stored in this app, and the GPS feature allows you to easily find the closest location, and a map to help get you there. Upgrade to the premium version to access reviews of the businesses from other parents like you. FREE

Play Timer App

All Platforms

Set a timer, and when play time’s up, Play Timer locks your device! After seeing our children constantly argue over screen time and hearing, “just one more game, Mom!”, we wanted a simple way to limit how long our children could use our devices. Isn’t this a great idea? This must-have parenting app is now available for Android phones and tablets and is a great tool to add to your parental controls! FREE

Canvsly App

iTunes

This free iTunes app lets you throw away the stacks of your kids’ artwork and instead upload them to a secure server. You can share the art with friends and family, organize it chronologically, and even convert the artwork into keepsakes and gifts!

FREE

MeeGenius App

All Platforms

Captivate your child’s imagination by giving them access to hundreds of read-along books with MeeGenius, turning your mobile device into an expansive library of digital books for children up to 8 years old. All MeeGenius books are available with readalong word highlighting, rich illustrations, and engaging story narration.$9.99

All Platforms

smart-ICE4family

The “FIRST” app that will talk for a patient, when they can’t! These smart-ICE applications allow the owner to record a message with the most critical medical information that plays immediately upon opening or at the push of a “PLAY’ button. No time is wasted looking through all of the data stored and the owner can give EMS providers instructions on how to use the smartICE app more efficiently! $2.99

Android

Time to Potty App

Pull-Ups® presents the smartest potty timer ever. Time to Potty is the only timer that helps your child learn the importance of taking regular potty breaks by automatically adjusting based on their progress. Plus, you can make potty training even more fun with unlockable celebration games featuring your favorite Disney friends. FREE

All Platforms

Baby Connect

Baby Connect is the most comprehensive baby tracking application on the Market. It has graphical reports and trending charts, weekly averages, medicine, vaccine, timers, notifications, emails, .csv export, an easy to use interface, unlimited data, and allows you to exchange information in real time with your spouse, babysitter, nanny or daycare wherever they are. $4.99

All Platforms

Mom Maps App

Looking for a great play date place?

Need to find indoor fun on a rainy day or a nearby playground when you’re on the road? Mom Maps lets you tap the collective wisdom of parents everywhere to find kid-friendly fun when you need it. $2.99

All Platforms

SitOrSquat: Restroom Finder

For when your kid says, “I’ve got to go potty RIGHT NOW!” This free iPhone app also has feedback from other users about the bathroom’s cleanliness and whether it has a changing table. FREE

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5 Race Day Musts

by Coach Tim Bradley

The fall half and full marathon season is here and this month’s article is about how to maximize the race day experience. I am fortunate to work with runners of all ability levels and regardless of your talents, we all need to be organized and focused on race day. Often the biggest area for improvement comes from improving at racing, not necessarily just training more. Below are five race day musts that will help prepare you for your best race ever.

1. Logistics Plan: Whether it’s a large race or just a local 5k, you will always want to know the details of the race and when and where you need to go. Things to be mindful of include: Coach Tim Bradley is the assistant cross country and track coach at Saint Louis University and has coached hundreds of half marathon and marathon finishers of all ages and abilities.

Coach Tim Bradley was a NCAA Div. I athlete running for Murray State University and Western Illinois University. He graduated from Murray State with a degree in Exercise Science. Additionally, Tim has a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from SIUE and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

For any additional questions about getting out of a running rut or to get started on your own training program contact: Coach Tim Bradley Phone: 314-882-1778 Email: tim@bigriverrunning.com Twitter: @coachtbradley Good luck to all of you and I look forward to helping you achieve your goals.

-Coach Bradley

•Time of race •Number of participants in the race •Parking •Restroom locations •Course profile •Weather conditions both before and during the race When it comes to race day, no detail is too small. This process is a good way to calm your nerves and get your mind focused on preparation. It is easy to get distracted by daily life and not think about important race essentials until it’s too late.

Everyone has had the experience of scrambling to get to a race because they forgot something. Simple planning can end these disastrous moments and put your mind at ease.

Plan these details out for your next race and I guarantee it will improve your focus and overall race preparation.

2. Course Map: I can’t stress this one enough. If you have not previewed the course prior to race day then you must have a course map to review the day of. A few key things to note: • Start/Finish areas • Total elevation • Significant hills/hardest part of the course • Aid stations Knowing the course can really help you mentally prepare and eliminate any surprises. It is also an advantage late in the race knowing exactly how far you have to go.

3. Pacing Plan This is another crucial element to having a good race. You will want to have a specific pacing plan that you are committed

to for the race. Make sure you stick to it even if the first mile isn’t perfect. Over the course of the race you will have some ups and downs. Stick with it and be ready to attack the last mile.

4. Warm-up Apparel: I am always amazed at the amount of runners that show up without any jacket or long warm-up pants of any kind. They typically are huddled up and shivering before the race even starts. That is putting your body in a tough spot before the race even starts. Do yourself a favor and keep your body temperature warm before the race. Whether it’s a full track suit or simply a throw away cotton t-shirt, bring something that will keep you warm before the actual race starts.

5. Warm-up Plan

gear, race number etc…

5 minutes before race: • Line up in appropriate pace group • Light calisthenics to stay warm and ready to go • Review pacing plan, check watch for appropriate spilt display

You have the warm-up gear on, now what? Having a specific warm-up plan can greatly increase your chances of starting the race smoothly. Typically, a minimum of a ten minute warm-up, followed by some legs swings and light strides will really help. Try a few different warm-up routines during workouts and then use the one that works best for you. Here are my specific recommendations:

START!

45-30min from Race: Make sure you have already used the restroom

For information about race day preparation or to start your own training program contact Coach Tim Bradley.

• 10 minute warm-up at very easy pace • Followed immediately by 10-15 leg swings • Static stretching for anything that is tight or sore 25-15min before race: • Change into racing flats, if applicable • 3-4 light strides of about 50-70 meters. Run at least one at race pace • Last minute restroom stop and check of shoe laces,

Good luck to all those running spring half and full marathons.

Coach Tim Bradley Phone: 314-882-1778 Email: tim@bigriverrunning.com Twitter: @coachtbradley

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FEAST DAY FUN October 2 Feast of the Guardian Angels Cute and Easy Angel Craft for kids!

Here is a simple craft for to use for the Feast of the Guardian Angels or to simply help teach your child or Sunday school class the Guardian Angel Prayer.

This can serve as a beautiful reminder that your child is always in the presence of their guardian angel!

You can find the full color .Pdf on our website: CatholicParent.net Step 1 – Print PDF Step 2 – Cut out pieces Step 3 – Glue wings so that the thumbs are touching and over lapping.

Step 4 – Glue Angels hair onto wings Step 5 – Glue White gown on to wings, tucked slightly under the hair Step 6 – Glue face on hair and gown Step 7 – Draw a face and decorate the angel Step 8 – Practice Prayer and enjoy! *To personalize the craft only print the first page and then have your child trace their own hands on a coloured piece of paper to use for the wings.

October 7 Our Lady of the Rosary

Rosary Hopscotch!

Teach your children the Rosary with a fun game everyone knows and loves: Hopscotch!

Step 1 - Roll out a white paper roll onto the floor. Make sure it is not on carpet or expensive flooring because the kids might get paint on it.

Step 2- Print off 10 small pictures of Mary, one the the Holy Have t he kid s hold Trinity, and one of God Our Father. after e the ac Step 3 - Outline one decade of the rosary and let the kids help gers to h Hail Mary ir rosaries a nd m th paint in the beads (circles) the ne e next bead ove thier fin xt bead and ju mp on .

Step 4 - Glue the pictures next to each bead to help teach them to which prayer comes next.

Step 5 - When done painting hang out to dry and then laminate (the most expensive part of the project but well worth it)

How to Play!

October 5th Respect Life Sunday

There are fun posters you can make with your children to teach them about Pro-Life. THese are just a few ideas from the ladies at Catholi Icing!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WEDNESDAY 1 OCT

THURSDAY 2 OCT Feast in the Park Food Truck @ Queeny Park 5-8pm Food Drink and Live Music.

Fanfare is the band. No outside Coolers

Mass, Confession, Adoration & Play @ St Mary Magdalen in Brentwood 10:30 - 1:30 pm Moms can do Confession then stay to play with lunch Every Wednesday FREE

Strol er Tour @ Contemporary Art Museum 9-10am

The Wounds of War @ Carondelet Motherhouse

6:30 pm Uganda and its Lessons for the World

First Friday @ St Louis Science Center, Grand Center, and Art Museum

OKTOBERFEST! @ St. Clare of Assisi 4-10 pm High School Night @ St. Dominic High School 7:00 pm

Schools Presenting: Barat ~ Chaminade ~ CBC ~ Cor Jesu ~ De Smet ~ Duchesne ~ Incarnate Word ~ Kennedy Catholic ~ Nerinx Hall ~ St. Dominic ~ St. Francis Borgia ~ St. John Vianney ~ St. Joseph’s ~ St. Louis Priory ~ SLUH ~ Ursuline ~Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill ~ Visitation

SATURDAY 4 OCT

Feast of St Fra cis of Assisi

ST. ELIZABETH O HUNGARY FALL FES VAL & CRAFT/VEND FAIR

Best of Missouri Missouri Botanic

Food Drink and Live Music.

Fanfare is the band. No outside Coolers

7-9pm

7:00 pm The New Saint Louis LifeTeen of South City and COunty Teens Starts tonight!

FRIDAY 3 OCT

Food Truck Friday @ Tower Grove Park 3:30 - 7pm

Life in the Spirit Seminar Rigali Center Saint Louis Lifeteen KICK OFF!! @ Bishop DuBourg High School

1 - 5 OCT

Fatima Eucharistic Vigil@ Cure of Ars Church 8pm-1am

Cathedral Concerts Chamber Series @ St. Peter Catholic Church in Kirkwood 7 pm

ST ANSELM CAND LIGHT DINNER O HOPE 5-8pm

6th annual Trivia Night for Archbishop Robert J. Carls Adoption Fund @ St James the Greater Cath 7:00pm

Missouri Catholic Conferenc @ Jefferson City 9:30-5 pm

For Descriptions and Directions please go to CatholicParent.net/Calendar

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SUNDAY 5 OCT SPECIAL NEEDS MASS @ St. Clare of Assisi NOON

CHURCH EVENTS

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Fall Festival @ St. Barnabas 12-6pm Fried Chicken & Pork Sausage dinners

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Hibernian “Irish Country Fair” @ St. james Church 12-7pm A day of Irish music and dance, children’s activities, an Irish Market, food, beverages, booths and games

Cathedral Concerts @ Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

2:30 - 4:30pm Hans Leitner - Organist, Munich, Germany

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CALENDAR OF EV

C alendar MONDAY 6 OCT

TUESDAY 7 OCT

Magic Tree House @ The Magic House

Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary!

9:30am

WEDNESDAY 8 OCT Mass, Confession, Adoration & Play @ St Mary Magdalen in Brentwood 10:30 - 1:30 pm Moms can do Confession then stay to play with lunch Every Wednesday FREE

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP @ Mercy Hospital

THURSDAY 9 OCT

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Mass @ Our Lady Queen of Peace Shrine in O’Fallon

5-6pm

ALEXIAN BROTHERS ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR @ Sherbrooke Village the Lodge

Ghost Hunting Tour at the Historic Lemp Mansion 7-10pm Downsizing Your Garden @ Missouri Botanical Garden 7-9pm

9-11am

Offering FLU Shots-bring your insurance card (Schnucks Pharmacy); Blood Pressure Screening;

Petite Picasso Classes @ The Magic House 9:30 - 10:30 am For children ages 3-5 Storytelling @ Every Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am Storytelling, Crafts, & Art! FREE

Coaches Training Class - “Coaching to Make a Positive Difference” @ Cardinal Rigali Center 6:30-9pm

Life in the Spirit Seminar Rigali Center 7-9pm

Sleep Issues in Young Child @ Magic Hous 6:30pm

Join Nancy Birkenm BSN, RN, child slee cialist from St. Luke’ pital, for a free paren discussion about ch and common sleep lems.

Wine & Cho late @ Caron Motherhou

6 pm

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SATURDAY 11 OCT

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SUNDAY 12 OCT

LOCAL EVENTS

LOUIS SHROUD CONFERENCE – 2014 @ Drury Plaza Hotel Chesterfield Oct 9-12

SCHOOL EVENTS

The Charism School @ Cardinal Rigali Center Oct 10-12 Join us for this amazing opportunity to see God at work!!!

Fall Festival and Pumpkin Races in Des Peres Park Oct 11-12

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Friday Evening Tours @ Contemporary Art Museum 6pm Citywalk Concert Series @ Ferguson 7 - 9 pm Explore the Ferguson Citywalk in the city’s historic downtown district and enjoy a free evening concert.

St. Louis Symphony “1812 Overture” 8pm The St. Louis Symphony will be performing their rendition of 1812 Overture, conducted

by Cristian Macelaru.

FALL FESTIVAL @ Notre Dame High School Saint Mary Magdalen Block Party 4:30 -10pm “A Grand Night for Singing”@ St. Martin of Tours’ Hall 6 - 9 pm

Haunted Hayrides & Bonfire @ Eckert’s Farms

Haunted Hayrides: There’s lots of ghoulish fun for young and old on our hayride through Eckert’s haunted orchard.

Haunted hayrides take place every Friday and Saturday night (after the sun goes down) through October 26th

The Curé of Ars Parish Picnic 11:30 am- 5pm

60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION @ Our Lady of Guadalupe 1:30 - 4pm

For Descriptions and Directions please go to CatholicParent.net/Calendar

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CALENDAR OF EVE

C alendar MONDAY 13 OCT

TUESDAY 14 OCT Breakfast with Baby @

Every Tuesday 9 - 10 am Age 0-2 FREE

Magic Tree House @ The Magic House 9:30am

Storytelling @

Every Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am Storytelling, Crafts, & Art! FREE

Petite Picasso Classes @ The Magic House 9:30 - 10:30 am For children ages 3-5

St Louis Science Center Doctrine Class Preschool Science Series

WEDNESDAY 15 OCT Mass, Confession, Adoration & Play @ St Mary Magdalen in Brentwood 10:30 - 1:30 pm Moms can do Confession then stay to play with lunch Every Wednesday FREE

St. Louis Symphony Landmarks Series @ St. Louis Public Library 7-8pm

Find more events on our website!

CatholicParent.net ALEXIAN BROTHERS ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR @ Sherbrooke Village the Lodge

@ Lindell 10- 11 amStudy Every Monday Center The perfect program for your young scientist!

7-8:30

9-11am

Offering FLU Shots-bring your insurance card (Schnucks Pharmacy); Blood Pressure Screening;

SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS BY EMAILING US AT INFO@ CATHOLICPARENT.NET

THURSDAY 16 OCT

St Louis Science Ce Preschool Science S 10- 11 am Every Monday

The perfect program for young scientist!

Youth Group Prayer Night @ Assumption Parish School 7-9 pm

Join other Teens rejoice in the Faith!

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Life in the Spirit Seminar @ Rigali Center 7-9pm

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SATURDAY 18 OCT

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Xavier Days @ St. Francis Xavier College Church Oct 17-18

RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY: LEGENDS @ Scottrade Center Oct 17-19 St. Joseph Cottleville Band & Choir 2014 ANNUAL FALL CRAFT FAIR 9am-4pm

Father/Son: Boys Into Men Program @ Gontard Conference Cente 1-4pm

ST. PIUS V PARISH (St. Louis) OKTOBERFEST 4-9

The Church Of Saint Sabina Craft/Vendor Fair 10am-3pm

Church of the Ascension Fall Festival

St Simon the Apostle Friday Night Lights @ St Simon the Apostle School

Red and Black Dinner Dance @ Sacred Heart Troy 6:30-11pm

Emerson Free Family Night @ The Magic House

1-6pm

Haunted Hayrides & Bonfire @ Eckert’s Farms

Haunted Hayrides: There’s lots of ghoulish fun for young and old on our hayride through Eckert’s haunted orchard.

Haunted hayrides take place every Friday and Saturday night (after the sun goes down) through October 26th

For Descriptions and Directions please go to CatholicParent.net/Calendar

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CALENDAR OF EV

C alendar MONDAY 20 OCT

AGING WISELY: HOME ORGANIZING@ Immaculate Heart of Mary 11am

TUESDAY 21 OCT Petite Picasso Classes @ The Magic House 9:30 - 10:30 am For children ages 3-5

Life Line Screening @ St. Mary Magdalen School Hall

Storytelling @

Every Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am Storytelling, Crafts, & Art! FREE

Community Seminar for Grieving Families - Understanding Your Grief: Touchstones for Hope and Healing @ Stegton Regency Banquet Center

7pm

WEDNESDAY 22 OCT Mass, Confession, Adoration & Play @ St Mary Magdalen in Brentwood

Apples A-Z @ Eckert’s Farms

10:30 - 1:30 pm Moms can do Confession then stay to play with lunch Every Wednesday FREE

We’ll slice, dice, sauce, bake, core, and more! Learn how apples can be a delicious part of every course, from appetizers to

NOON

11 am - 2pm

Have lunch at Citywalk!

A variety of treats will be served at the Ferguson Citywalk during Food Truck Mondays.

Parent Network of Catholic High Schools in St. Louis Presents “Our Teens ARE the Church Today, not Tomorrow!”@ Vistation Academy

7:00 pm

desserts

A FREE STL250 Event A Tale of Two Histories @ Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Motherhouse 6-8pm

Food Truck Monday on the Walk @ Ferguson

THURSDAY 23 OCT

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Youth Group Prayer Night @ Assumption Parish School

Life in the Spirit Seminar @ Rigali Center 7-9pm

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FRIDAY 24 OCT

SATURDAY 25 OCT

CHURCH EVENTS

SUNDAY 26 OCT

LOCAL EVENTS

Mommy and Me Cooking Class @ Eckert’s Farms 9:30 - 11 am

SCHOOL EVENTS

Not-So-Haunted House @ The Magic House St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church Halloween Fun Fair 3-6pm

spond Social halge @ ntemorary t Mueum pm

Friday Night Live Halloween Style @ The Lodge of Des Peres 6-8pm

Rose Gala @ Olh Hickory Golf Club

St. Stephen Trivia Night @ St Stephen Protomartyr Catholic Church 6:30-8:30pm

Sts. Joachim & Ann Parish Athletic Association Halloween Trivia Night 6:30pm

St. Stephen Trunk or Treat @ St Stephen Protomartyr Catholic Church 6:30-8:30pm

Cathedral Concerts @ Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

6-10pm

8pm

Haunted Hayrides & Bonfire @ Eckert’s Farms

Haunted Hayrides: There’s lots of ghoulish fun for young and old on our hayride through Eckert’s haunted orchard.

Haunted hayrides take place every Friday and Saturday night (after the sun goes down) through October 26th

Pro-Life Convention @ St. Charles Convention Center Youth Group @ Good Shepherd Church 6:30-8pm

For Descriptions and Directions please go to CatholicParent.net/Calendar

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CALENDAR OF EV

C alendar MONDAY 27 OCT

TUESDAY 28 OCT Petite Picasso Classes @ The Magic House 9:30 - 10:30 am For children ages 3-5

Storytelling @

SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS BY EMAILING US AT INFO@ CATHOLIC PARENT. NET Doctrine Class @ Lindell Study Center Understand your Faith better-Take a Doctrine Class

Every Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am Storytelling, Crafts, & Art! FREE

WEDNESDAY 29 OCT

THURSDAY 30 OCT

Mass, Confession, Adoration & Play @ St Mary Magdalen in Brentwood

Apples A Kid Li A-Z @ Jake @ Eckert’s The Re Farms

10:30 - 1:30 pm Moms can do Confession then stay to play with lunch Every Wednesday FREE

We’ll slice, dice, sauce, bake, core, and more! Learn how apples can be a delicious part of every course, from appetizers to

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Pint Size Halloween Party @ Crestwood Community Center

Hallowe Parade @ Marylan Height

7pm

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The Healthy History-Lovin’ Halloween Party @ Missouri History Museum 5pm

Mini Law School for the Public @ SLU Law School 7-9pm

Life in th Spirit Seminar Rigali Cen 7-9pm

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Happy, Healthy Halloween@ The Magic House You select the best school for your youngsters.

But that’s not enough … you want a healthy child too.

A child with a strong immune system to combat winter’s colds And seldom miss an exciting day of school.

Nova Date Night @ The Science Center

WHAT TO DO???

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX! We have the information you need.

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Almeda M. Lahr-Well, Ph.D Gail E. Mueller, M. Ed. 618-972-7090 618-9531-0022

For Descriptions and Directions please go to CatholicParent.net/Calendar

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Come and join us for the 1st Annual Race to the Shrine 5k Run/Walk through beautiful Old Town Florissant!

Entry Details: October 25th, 4:00pm start time $20.00 Early Registration Location: Old St. Ferdinand Shrine, 1 Rue St. Francios Packet Pickup: Friday Oct. 24th from 5-8pm at the Shrine & Saturday

Oct. 25th from 1:00-3:30 pm prior to race.

Event Contact: Nick at racetoshrine@gmail.com How to Register: Register online at www.racetotheshrine.com

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