Immaculate Conception School – Celina, OH

12.2.11

November Faith Assembly – St. Anne and St. Joachim

The sixth graders made another imaginary trip to the gates of heaven to talk to some very important saints.  St. Anne and St. Joachim were Mary’s mother and father.  They lived most of their life without having children, until they were blessed with having Mary.  They felt so lucky to have had the gift of a daughter, that they offered her to the Lord.  As we know, Mary later became the mother of Jesus and lived her life in honor of God.  These saints teach us patience and enduring love of the Lord.

11.15.11

4th Grade Learns More About Recycling

Bonnie Wurst of the Mercer- Auglaize County Solid  Waste Management District presented a recycling program to Immaculate Conception’s Fourth Grade Class The children made a game using an egg carton, a newspaper hat and a bottle cap magnet.

11.15.11

Pioneer Day

Mrs. Weitzel’s fourth grade class enjoyed pioneer day as a culmination activity for studying Ohio History.  They learned how to tin punch and make their own boomerangs.  Each student created a special project for this unit and shared it with the class.

10.25.11

October Faith Assembly – St. Gaspar del Bufalo

The sixth grade taught us about St. Gaspar del Bufalo through an imaginary field trip to heaven. We learned that St. Gaspar liked to help the sick and poor people in his area when he was growing up. He founded the order of the Precious Blood.

10.25.11

The “IC School Striving for Excellence Lecture Series” continues to bring valuable information to our community. The Series is sponsored by IC School to help promote the excellence of our school while caring about our community and the people within it. The Series offers WITHOUT COST informative lectures to educate and illuminate. The lectures will be held once a month on a Sunday at Bella’s Italian Grille and will last approximately one hour. There will be time for questions and answers at each of the lectures. Bella’s will be offering a menu as early as 1:00 pm for those who wish to eat and will donate a portion of its proceeds from the meal back to IC School. Free Will Donations are greatly appreciated.

This upcoming lecture will address a very serious and concerning topic within our community / our country. It is one that is affecting younger people each day….DRUGS. Police Officers from the Celina Police and Drug Task Force will educate us on the popular drugs that lie within our community; heroin, bath salts, marijuana, etc. Officers; Calvin Freeman, John Barker and Ron Waltmire will address the drugs themselves, the risks and side effects along with any tips on what to watch for and ways to prevent your loved one from getting involved. These gentlemen bring well over 60 years of experience in their field. I am sure we will be amazed at their insight.

Be sure to mark your calendar and attend this lecture with your family and friends! The Lecture Series continues to search and is in need of individuals and /or businesses who are willing to sponsor either an individual lecture or an entire series (5 lectures). Please remember that not only is this a great way to advertise, but you are supporting our wonderful school while helping a loved one, a neighbor, and your community! Please contact Mary Swonger at 419-230-0991 for more information.

Thank you for supporting the “IC School Striving for Excellence Lecture Series!” We hope to see you there!

10.11.11

School Spirit 5K

TOP 3 OVERALL FEMALE                                    TOP 3 MALE OVERALL

1. Ashley Shaffer 20:56                                              1. Joe Cavanaugh 19:23

2. Beth Garwood 23:09                                              2. Roman Mitchell 21:34

3. Brenda Robinson 24:01                                          3. Paul Hart 22:55

FEMALE 9 & UNDER                                              MALE 9 & UNDER

1. Ashley Bruns 29:02                                        1. John Robinson 29:31
2. Kennedy Henry 36:42                                                2. Brek Henry 35:09
3. Emma Homan 39:28                                       3. Collin Williams 35:51

FEMALE 10-14                                                          MALE 10-14

1. Lisa Barlage 24:32                                          1. Devin Grieshop 24:52
2. Kaci Bornhorst 24:34                                      2. Logan DeLoye 26:30
3. Erin Cavanaugh 25:25                                                3. Nathan Robinson 28:18

FEMALE 20-29                                                          MALE 15-19

1. Ashley Rohrer 24:28                                       1. Nathan Kramer 30:39
2. Lynn Kahlig 28:36
3. Toni Ghebreyesus 32:34

FEMALE 30-39                                                          MALE 20-29

1. Karen Bruns 29:02                                          1. Josh Turnmire 42:53
2. Kelly Newcomb 29:02
3. Liz Obringer 34:29

FEMALE 40-49                                                          MALE 30-39

1. Patti Sutter 30:04                                            1. Aaron Bath 25:53
2. Lena Springer 33:01                                        2. Tim Head 40:10
3. Mary Jo Ronnebaum 33:15                             3. Kevin Weitzel 42:04

FEMALE 50+                                                             MALE 40-49

1. Shelly Grieshop 30:00                                     1. Matt Miller 24:15
2. Jeannette Sutter 30:05                                                2. Chuck Wilges 26:27
3. Mary Gross 30:46                                           3. Mike Garwood 27:30

MALE 50+

1. Mike Bruns 26:28
2. Jim Jenkins 29:07
3. Gino Fisher 29:33

2011 School Spirit 5k Race Results

1. Joe Cavanaugh                     19:23

2. Ashley Shaffer                      20:56

3. Roman Mitchell                    21:34

4. Paul Hart                              22:55

5. Beth Garwood                      23:09

6. Brenda Robinson                  24:01

7. Matt Miller                           24:15

8. Ashley Rohrer                      24:28

9. Lisa Barlage             24:32

10. Kaci Bornhorst                   24:34

11. Devin Grieshop                   24:52

12. Erin Cavanaugh                  25:25

13. Aaron Bath                         25:53

14. Lauren McDonough            26:16

15. Chuck Wilges                     26:27

16. Mike Bruns                        26:28

17. Logan Deloye                     26:30

18. Mike Garwood                   27:30

19. Nathan Robinson                28:18

20. Lynn Kahlig                        28:36

21. Joe Ferryman                     28:37

22. Ashley Bruns                      29:02

23. Karen Bruns                       29:02

24. Kelly Newcomb                 29:02

25. Jim Jenkins             29:07

26. Greg Kramer                      29:14

27. John Robinson                    29:31

28. Gino Fisher             29:33

29. Shelley Grieshop                 30:00

30. Patty Sutter                        30:04

31. Jeannette Sutter                  30:05

32. Nathan Kramer                  30:39

33. Brother Nick                      30:40

34. Mary Gross                        30:46

35. Sheryle Kuhn                      31:52

36. Toni Ghebreyesus               32:34

37. Bill Gardner                        32:49

38. Russell Kerfoot                   32:54

39. Lena Springer                     33:01

40. Mary Jo Ronnebaum          33:15

41. Liz Obringer                       34:29

42. Brek Henry                        35:09

43. Collin Williams                    35:51

44. Elizabeth Dammeyer           35:57

45. Kristy Obringer                  36:08

46. Terri Shinn              36:22

47. Kennedy Henry                  36:42

48. Becki Wagner                    37:04

49. Dale Guingrich                    37:07

50. Laura Muhlenkamp 37:46

51. Tina Burd                           38:04

52. Natalie Kanney                   38:34

53. Tina Bechtol                       38:38

54. Karen Uhlenhake                38:46

55. Sara Thees                         38:50

56. Heidi Thees                        38:51

57. Renee Hay                         39:00

58. Holly Henderson                 39:27

59. Emma Homan                     39:28

60. Julie Reichert                      39:46

61. Janet Ley-Pike                   39:55

62. Tim Head                           40:10

63. Pat Wendel                        40:21

64. Tina Hilleary                       41:02

65. Jenny Miller                        41:28

66. Kevin Weitzel                     42:04

67. Gavin Pearson                    42:15

68. Samantha Jacobs                42:43

69. Josh Turnmire                     42:53

70. Brandi Bruns                      42:56

71. Kelly Stover                       42:56

72. Jane Obringer                     43:03

73. Kellie Dwyer                      43:11

74. Rebecca Frey                     43:52

75. Jen Korte                           45:18

76. Renee Kramer                    45:18

77. Tara Homan                       45:48

78. Taylor Binkley                    46:42

79. Malcolm Head                    46:46

80. Amber Tunrmire                 46:50

81. Jessica Thobe                     47:34

82. Brittany Reichert                 47:34

83. Connie Williams                  48:01

84. Joan Wurster                      48:02

85. Donna Hartke                     49:25

86. Bethany Miller                    49:25

87. Greg Shema                       49:34

88. Angie Rolfes                       50:10

89. Lisa Brunswick                   50:10

90. Karen Larmore                   50:11

91. Cindy Hinton                      50:25

92. Payton Bertke                    50:44

93. Elaine Hinton                      52:46

94. Mary Kay Gehle                 52:48

95. Ashtyn Huber                     54:59

96. Aubrey Brinkman               54:59

97. Stephanie Fishpaw  56:01

98. Angela Hemmelgarn            56:02

99. Mike Gehle                        56:03

10.11.11

Science Club Learns About Anatomy

The students in the 5^th and 6^th grade science club at Immaculate Conception recently had an awesome opportunity to learn about anatomy by dissecting frogs.  Mrs. Bev Korte is the advisor of the science club, one of several new clubs the students can choose to participate in during their lunch period this year.  Fourteen students are enjoying the opportunity to explore science beyond the normal curriculum.

9.29.11

IC School Striving for Excellence Lecture Series- Sunday, October 16, 2011

The 3rd lecture for the “IC School Striving for Excellence Lecture Series” is underway. The Series is sponsored by IC School to help promote the excellence of our school while caring about our community and the people within it. The Series offers WITHOUT COST informative lectures to educate and illuminate. The lectures will be held on a Sunday, once a month at Bella’s Italian Grille and will last approximately one hour. There will be time for questions and answers at each of the lectures. Bella’s will be offering brunch as early as 1:00 pm for the 1:30 pm lecture. Free Will Donations are greatly appreciated. Bella’s will also donate a portion of its proceeds from the brunch to IC School.

This upcoming lecture will address a topic of great need to help our community / our country…..RECYCLING.  Mrs. Bonnie Wurst will show you incredible, easy ways to recycle at home.  This is an entertaining and humorous lecture/ demonstration for children and adults alike.  Please ensure to join us for this fascinating topic!  Bonnie taught high school math and science for 15 years, and then was the education specialist at Neil Armstrong Air and Space Museum for 16 years.  Now she teaches youth and adult groups about “Going Green” – recycling, litter prevention, composting, landfills, etc.  Her easy-going style broad knowledge base makes for an informative and entertaining presentation about saving our resources and money!

Be sure to mark your calendar and attend this lecture with your family and friends!

The Lecture Series continues to search and is in need of individuals and /or businesses who are willing to sponsor either an individual lecture or an entire series (5 lectures). Please remember that not only is this a great way to advertise, but you are supporting our wonderful school while helping a loved one, a neighbor, and your community! Please contact Mary Swonger at 419-230-0991 for more information.

Thank you for supporting the “IC School Striving for Excellence Lecture Series!” We hope to see you there!

9.27.11

McDonalds McTeacher Night

Immaculate Conception teachers worked from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Celina McDonalds to raise money for the school.  Fun and delicious food was had by all!

9.26.11

September Volunteer of the Month

Immaculate Conception School has chosen Rosita Drexler as the Volunteer of the Month for September.  Rosita has served as the chairperson of the marketing and enrollment committee at I.C. School for the past 3 years.  She works tirelessly to organize mailings and opportunities for Immaculate Conception School to be presented to various groups of people.  The marketing and enrollment committee has worked to develop many promotional materials for the school including a float that has been in local parades, brochures and literature that highlight and accent the many positive aspects of the school, and a DVD that contains testimonials of the value of the school.  In addition, Mrs. Drexler has written grants to help benefit the school.

Rosita resides in Celina with her husband Doug and three sons.  The younger boys attend I.C. School, and the oldest has completed I.C. School.  She also works several hours each week in the school cafeteria and spends time working at the St. CharIes Retirement Center. I.C. School appreciates all the hard work and effort Mrs. Drexler and her committee put forth to help make the community more aware of the wonderful things that happen here.

Sept. 27th McTeacher’s Night

Immaculate Conception School will be participating in McTeacher’s Night at the McDonald’s restaurant in Celina on Tuesday, Sept. 27th. McDonald’s will donate to I.C. School a percentage of the sales during 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. on Sept. 27th. The Immaculate Conception staff will be working at McDonald’s during that time, so please stop by and see the staff and support the school. Thank you!

Immaculate Conception School to Host Summer Theater Workshop

Students from any area school, ages 8-12, are invited to participate in the I.C. Spartan Star Theater Summer Workshop at I.C. School, to be held the week of July 11-15 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm each day. Daily activities will include workshops in improvisation, character study, movement, and singing. At the end of the week, students will perform excerpts from familiar musicals for family and friends on Sunday, July 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the I.C. Parish Festival. The workshop will be conducted by Mrs. Shelly Morris, a teacher at the school. The cost for this workshop is $50.00, and the money is payable to I.C. School by the first day of the workshop. To register your child for the workshop, please contact the I.C. School Office at 419-586-2379 or e-mail us: office@celina-ic.noacsc.org. We will need the student’s name, age, address and phone number.

Immaculate Conception Educators Honored

Four Immaculate Conception educators have recently been honored for reaching a milestone in their years of service to Catholic education. Each year, the Catholic Schools host a banquet in early May to honor teachers as they reach 5 year milestones of service. This year, the following Immaculate Conception educators were honored: Mrs. Shelly Morris – 10 years, Mrs. Sue Siebert – 20 years, Mrs. Polly Muhlenkamp – 25 years, and Mrs. Bev Korte – 35 years.

Presently, Mrs. Morris is teaching music and band and directing the school musical, Mrs. Siebert teaches First Grade, Mrs. Muhlenkamp is serving as principal, and Mrs. Korte teaches Sixth Grade.

CLISTA HELLWARTH RECEIVES MITCH RICHARDS AWARD

The Mitch Richards Award has been presented annually to a sixth grader at I.C.’s annual Sixth grade recognition ceremony since 1994. This special recognition, which includes $400 in savings bonds, was established by Mrs. Patty Niekamp, in memory of her late husband, Mitch Richards. Mitch honorably served the people of Celina as a police officer, and he encouraged respect and discipline in young people. He and Patty chose IC School for their own children, Kellie and Ryan, because of IC’s spiritual environment as well as its academic quality, and after Mitch’s death, Patty initiated this award as a gift to the students of our school to honor his memory.

This year’s recipient was Clista Hellwarth. Clista is a kind, generous, self-motivated student. She always does her best in her school work and treats every person with respect. She is a willing volunteer who goes beyond what is asked of her. She never complains about what she is asked to do and is a wonderful role model for younger students.

Clista’s name will be added to the plaque that contains the names of past recipients:

1993-1994 – Alan Hartings

1994-1995 – Bryon Hansel

1995-1996 – Sara Rutschilling

1996-1997 – Doug Felver

1997-1998 – Alyssa Sommer

1998-1999 – Brian Karper

1999-2000 – Dianna Schwegman

2000-2001 – Joseph Shaffer

2001-2002 – John Bonvillian

2002-2003 – Stephanie Johnsman

2003-2004 – Charlotte Heinrichs

2004-2005 – Meagan Stoker

2005-2006 – Joab Cron

2006-2007 – Jared Owens

2007-2008 – Katlin Robinson

2008-2009 – Cole Loughridge

2009-2010 – Noelle Schmitt

2010-2011 – Melody Donovan

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Winners Nate Loughridge and Ashley Coon with PTO Officers Zenia Adams, Kelly Black, Heather Henry, Ann Giesige and I.C. Principal Polly Muhlenkamp

I.C. SCHOOL PTO SCHOLARSHIP

The Immaculate Conception School PTO have selected Ashley Coon and Nate Loughridge as the recipients of the I.C. PTO Scholarship for 2011. Ashley and Nate have each received a scholarship for $1000 to use to further their education at a school of their choice.

Ashley states in her essay, “I believe my Catholic education has molded me into the person I am today. Learning how to act in a kind, loving, and respectful manner at a young age has shaped me into an individual with these qualities……My catholic education has not only affected my life spiritually, but has additionally brought on other advantages. The learning advancement and higher grading scale provided at I.C. has set higher standards for me as I reached the public school – academically, socially, and in sports. Making the honor roll all four years, seated in advanced placement classes, voted junior and senior class officer, holding a chairman position on student council,….earning twelve varsity letters, and voted homecoming queen are a few of my accomplishments as the result of the discipline, kindness, love, and respectful manners taught to me as a child at I.C. School.”

Nate’s essay includes the following statements: “As children at Immaculate Conception we were taught that God loves us and that He will always love us in everything that we do and that with Him we can succeed. This is a statement that has always remained with me, and I have no doubt that it will continue to be a source of inspiration the rest of my life……Immaculate Conception is a “Faith in Action” school that has taught me what it truly means to be not only a good Catholic, but also a good Christian and a good person. Thank you Immaculate Conception School for encouraging me, giving me spiritual guidance and a great education, and for helping to make me who I am today. Christ is the true reason for the school. God Bless You All and Everyone Who Supports I.C. School.”

Ashley is the daughter of Tom and Kathy Coon. During her high school years, Ashley has been involved in soccer, cross country, swimming, track, student council, principal advisory council, varsity “C” club, student honor council, fellowship of Christian athletes, Spanish Club, physical trainer, and the secretary of her junior and senior class. In addition to her school activities, she has volunteered in the Mercer County Hospital “Volunteen” program, as a church lector and nursery worker. She has been active as a youth ministry core team member, a server, a spiritual survivor leader, and a parish festival volunteer. She has worked as a life guard, swim coach, babysitter, soccer referee, and concession stand worker.

Nate is the son of Bill and Lisa Loughridge. During his years at CHS, Nate has been active in soccer, basketball, Young Republicans, Spanish club, German club, JETS Engineering Team, National Honor Society, Spirit Squad, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He has volunteered at the hospital and soup kitchen, among others. He has worked as a youth sports camp instructor, babysitter, lifeguard and doing maintenance. Nate has received many awards for his academic successes including the 2008 Freshman Student of the Year, 2009 Sophomore Student of the Year, 2010 Junior Student of the Year, the Franklin B. Walter Award.

Immaculate Conception PTO provides two scholarships each year to students who went to I.C. School through the sixth grade. Scholarship applications consider the achievements and activities of students as well as their continued activities and services to Immaculate Conception Parish. The students are asked to write an essay describing how their education at Immaculate Conception has made a difference in their continued education. Immaculate Conception School is a faith-based educational alternative for students in grades Preschool through 6th grade. For more information about I.C. School, visit our website: www.icschool-celina.org or call 419-586-2379.

Immaculate Conception School would like to honor Marilyn Pax as our Volunteer of the Month for the month of May. Marilyn has shared her love of books with I.C. students from grades 1 through 5 for the past 16 years. “I look forward to reading to the children. They are so enthusiastic to listen to my books – books that have a message.” The Second Graders always look forward to Wednesdays. Mrs. Pax says she does too!

Marilyn is also a volunteer in the School’s cafeteria (for 20 years), is a cook for the parish funerals, and is active as an officer in the Altar Rosary Society. She and her husband Dave are proud of their three daughters who all attended I. C. School.

Mrs. Pax suggests that any book written by Patricia Polacco would be an excellent choice to share with your children. I. C. School is very thankful for all the time and dedication that Mrs. Pax shares with our students!

To go along with the Wizard of Oz theme, a yellow brick road was constructed throughout the school year. A yellow brick could be added to the road when a 5th or 6th grade student completed a book they had read. Here, several sixth grade girls pose in front of our yellow brick road. Over 200 books were read throughout the year! Awesome reading!!!

Immaculate Conception School sixth graders Hailey Langenkamp, Lauren McDonough, Clista Hellwarth, and Ashtyn Phlipot were the recipients of the Presidential Academic Award for earning an A average in all their subjects throughout the year. These awards were given during a graduation ceremony on the last day of school.

Dodgeball Tournament 2011

Brother Nick, Fr. Ken, Fr. Alt, Mrs. Muhlenkamp, Mrs. Hellwarth, and Mrs. Korte each took charge of a station as the kids traveled to each station to learn about the luminous mysteries of the rosary.

May Crowning: 6th graders from left to right Kelly Moeder, Clista Hellwarth, Ashtyn Phlipot, and Miranda Rable served on the court to crown the blessed mother Mary.

6th graders went to the Maria Stein Retreat Center for a special retreat to end the year. They learned about cooperation and discipleship as they prepare to move onto 7th grade next year. Everyone had a wonderful time and the day ended with a communion service with Brother Greg Bornhorst.

Immaculate Conception School students were honored for their positive work habits and good attitude towards others and went out to lunch with principal Mrs. Polly Muhlenkamp.

The March winners were: Rachael Olberding grade 4, Max Goettemoeller grade 6, Sean Klosterman grade 6, and Shaun Olberding grade 5.

April winners were: Nathan McDonough grade 4, Lydia Giesige grade 6, Michael Schindler grade 5, and Cora Lutz grade 6.

The 1st and 3rd graders at Immaculate Conception celebrated Dr. Seuss week with a multitude of activities.

IC School is grateful to McDonalds for the grant that provided the supplies for the projects.

APRIL VOLUNTEERS OF THE MONTH

I.C. School has chosen to honor Brenda Robinson and Janet Ramsey as volunteers of the month for April. Janet and Brenda have been cleaning, painting, and redecorating several rooms in our school. They have brightened things up a great deal and made us all even more proud of our wonderful school. Their generosity, energy, and hard work are all very appreciated! We also give a big “Thank You” to the Eagles for donating most of the paint for these projects.

Brenda Robinson is the mother of 5 present and former I.C. students: Kaitlin, Renee, Nathan, Ashley, and John. They are the fourth generation to attend I.C. School. Brenda states, “ It is great to be a part of great history. There are so many great educators and students that have walked these halls and still are today. I don’t take the past efforts of our elders for granted. I feel as if I’m doing God’s work and it’s all for the kids. This school is the best thing ever going for Immaculate Conception Parish. GOOO Spartans!”

Janet Ramsey’s children attended I.C. School several years ago, and she has been volunteering in various capacities around the school since she retired in 2002. In addition to volunteering in the school cafeteria and helping with these decorating projects, she volunteers with Vacation Bible School, as a wedding assistant for the parish, sings with the funeral choir, and as a lector. Her talents and generosity are a blessing to I.C. School and I.C. Parish!

I.C. School met some smiling faces at Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA 2011

Girls Basketball Team 2011 (grades 4,5 and 6) Thank you to the Coaches Carey Luebke and Tom Rable!

The Immaculate Conception sixth grade students took a field trip to Chiefs supermarket to learn about the importance of eating and cooking healthy food and snacks. Mrs. Rosita Drexler wrote up a grant to make this experience possible. The kids helped with several healthy snack recipes and took a tour of the store and even behind the scenes. Each set of family-group captains will choose a recipe, shop for ingredients, and then prepare the healthy snack with their family groups here at school!

I.C. March Volunteer of the Month – March

Immaculate Conception School would like to honor Barb Phares as the volunteer of the month for March. Barb has served as the chairperson of the PTO’s semi-annual pizza, sub, and burrito sales for the past ten years. She began working with the pizza sales when her oldest son, Sam was in kindergarten, and took over as the chairperson a year later. She has done an outstanding job of organizing every step of the sales from order blanks to ordering materials to organizing the labor on the day of the sale. She sees it as a way she can give back to the school. Working at the sale has been a great way to get to know other parents and get more involved in the parish.

Barb has served as an Extension Educator for 4-H Youth Development for the past 29 and one half years, 25 of those years for the Ohio State University Extension. She is the county director for the Extension. She and her husband Kent have been married for 29 years, and Barb is the mother of two children. Sam is a freshman at Celina High School and Rebecca is a sixth grader at Immaculate Conception School.

Barb makes the following statement about Immaculate Conception School: “The school is well worth the investment! My son is doing well in school due to his wonderful preparation at I.C. The small class sizes, caring staff, and Christ-centered education have been a real plus for both of my children. The students have countless opportunities to develop leadership and public speaking skills.”

I.C. School and PTO thank Barb for her years of service to this project!

SCIENCE FAIR PROJECTS – LOOKING GOOD!

Mrs. Kaup’s third grade class was honored as Class of the Week on WLIO Lima news. Mrs. Kaup wrote an essay about her class and all the exciting things they do every day and sent a picture of them to the news station. Her class was chosen and the picture was aired throughout the week. It is exciting to think that we have celebrities in our very own school! Congratulations to Mrs. Kaup and her class!

Join us for Stations of the Cross in the church:

April 5th at 2:20 pm

April 11th and 8:50 am

April 19th at 2:20 pm

Take the family out to eat at Bella’s on Sundays, and at the same time, help support I.C. School!! What a great idea! Just bring in a current church bulletin and Bella’s will donate 10% of your food order back to the school. Bring your Bella’s scrip card along and donate even more!!! Happy dining!!

WCSM and Immaculate Conception School have joined hands in sponsoring the Taste of Home Cooking School which will be held on Tuesday, April 5th from 6:30-9:00 pm at Romer’s Catering at Westlake. Tickets are $10 each and a portion of each ticket sold will go to I.C. School! Tickets are available at Chief Supermarkets in Celina and Coldwater or from 8 am- 5 pm Monday-Friday at WCSM Radio Station. Hope to see you there!

“We Are God’s Holy Boys and Girls – One, Big Happy Family!”

The kindergarten are studying dinosaurs. Each child painted a dinosaur shirt and they love to wear them to school. Sam Stiles-Etzler and Evie Holstad are so proud of the shirts that they made.

The kindergarten at Immaculate Conception School invited their grandparents to school for March 17. One of the things that they did together was to make a leprechaun. They also had snack together and then entertained them with a program. At the end the kindergarten asked the grandparents to dance with them. It was a day that they will all remember!

The kindergarten are learning to work together as a team. Here is one huge dinosaur that Conor Krogman, Taylor Klingshirn, Payton Bertke and Ian Kennedy painted and cut out together. They named their dinosaur Buddy and he is 100 years old. If you visit the kindergarten you can see Dinosaur Land too.

Ty Drexler was delighted to have his grandmother be with him for Grandparents day on March 17 at Immaculate Conception School. Grandma helped him to make a leprechaun and then had popcorn and cookies with him. Later she watched the children entertain with poems, songs, dance and act out the story of the Finding of Jesus in the Temple.

Immaculate Conception 6th grade students Brenden Schmidt, left and Toby Drexler, right, show staff writer and photographer Betty Lawrence their picture. Lawrence and Mark Pummel, a Daily Standard photographer, gave the students pointers on taking good pictures and then critiqued them on their photos.

Mark Pummel , a photographer for the Daily Standard, demonstrates to the 6th grade class of Immaculate Conception how to take a good camera shot. Also shown is Betty Lawrence, a staff reporter and photographer, who spoke about the different ways of taking interesting pictures.

Preschool 2 in the Classroom, Popping Corn with Buddies, Happy Snow, and Family Day at the YMCA:

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WCSM COOKING CLASS2