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RONCALLI
May 2015
Aberdeen Catholic School System
Home of the Cavaliers
1400 N DAKOTA STREET, ABERDEEN, SD 57401
ATTENDANCE
NOTICES
When you need to reach
your school secretary,
please call the
appropriate number:
RHS– 225-7440
RES– 229-4100
RPS– 225-3460
RHS SPRING PLAY
“Musical Comedy
Murders of 1940”
May 7& 8 @ 7:30 pm
JOHNNY HOLM
DANCE
Friday, May 29 @ the
DEC
details on page 5
ALL TUITION IS
DUE BY MAY 1, unless
you are on auto deduct
details on page 2
For complete sports
schedule go to
northeastsdconference.com
Central Office:
(605) 226-2100
High School Office:
(605) 225-7440
Elementary School:
(605) 229-4100
Primary School:
(605) 225-3460
ABERDEENRONCALLI.ORG
GREETING FROM INTERIM ACSS PRESIDENT
Spring is upon us and with the warmer
weather we know the school year is rapidly
coming to an end. At a recent RES Mass,
Fr. Stevens challenged the students to finish
the school year strong. Take advantage of the
last month of school and learn as much as you
can and solidify your friendships. Do all this
in the spirit of the Easter season both at school
and at home.
The month of May is a busy month with
many activities at all grade levels. Prior to May
19th, the last day of school, there will be
concerts, athletic events, Fun Day at RPS,
graduation and other events. I encourage you
to check the May calendar and support as many
activities as possible. The students take pride in
showcasing their talents.
With this newsletter, my time as interim
president is coming to an end. My time with
the ACSS has been nothing short of remarkable. I am in awe each and every week of what
I see as 580 students develop in mind, body
and soul. I am humbled by the parental
support. Families are so generous with their
time, talents and treasures and the generosity of
the parishioners at St. Mary’s and Sacred Heart
is greatly appreciated. To the faculty and staff
who give so much, words cannot
adequately express my appreciation and thanks.
The ACSS is strong and vibrant and with your
continued support we will only grow stronger
in our mission.
I wish each of you all the best and know
you will be in my prayers. GO CAVALIERS!
PARISH INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
Throughout this year it has been stated
that the importance of parish support is critical to the success of the Aberdeen Catholic
School System. It was the parishes who
started Catholic education in Aberdeen over
100 years ago and they continue with their
support to the ACSS in many different ways.
One way they show their support is through a
financial commitment. They provide
$2,255.00 for each K-12 student of the
approximate $6,500.00 to educate a student.
In past discussions with the parishes,
school board, and others, the topic of mutual
support and continued viability of the schools
and parishes has been discussed. We all
would agree the success of one leads to the
success of the other. This topic has also been
addressed in the school’s strategic plan with
the focus on how the ACSS families can
show their support for the parishes as active
parishioners. Many of the ACSS families
provide for the parishes in terms of service
and financial support but several do not.
Recently, this has been addressed with greater
definition and expectations of what is needed
to ensure the continued viability of the parishes and the school in terms of parish involvement. Beginning with the 2015-2016
school year, each family is being asked to:
1. Be registered in a parish
2. Be supportive of the parish by
frequenting the sacraments
God bless.
Jim Mattern
Interim President
continued on pg 2…….
“Instilling Catholic values and promoting academic excellence by nurturing mind, body and soul.”
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Parish Involvement Program cont…...
3. Provide verifiable financial support to the parish and/or CFSA at a
minimum of $190.00 per year (1/12 the annual subsidy per student provided by the parish)
4. Offer a minimum of 12 hours annually of time and talent to the parish
ministries (excluding school service program hours)
Non-Catholic families will follow the same elements as listed only at
their respective church.
As one can clearly see, these expectations are quite minimal in scope.
If all families continue to do what they are doing for their parish, and others begin to meet these expectations, our parishes will reap the benefits
which will only help the schools.
Throughout this coming school year, all are being asked to provide
support in the manner listed above. If a family elects to not participate as
an active parishioner level and meet items 1-4, they will still receive the
$2,255.00 education subsidy from the parish but their tuition for the 20162017 school year will be increased by 20%. The priests are fully supportive of this program and are committed to helping their respective families.
More details will be available this summer at the time of final registration.
Do not hesitate to contact the president’s office or your pastor should you
have any questions.
IT ONLY TAKES 15
MINUTES……. for you to be a
blessing to your school.
We are in need of more Gift
Card sellers after the weekend
Masses. It truly takes a small
amount of time and the benefits
for you and the school are great.
The Gift Card Program is an
important fundraiser for Roncalli
and if your 7-12 grade student
joins you in selling, they can
receive service hours for school
(even during the summer). You
pick the dates that work for you.
PLEASE HELP! Call Laurie
Campbell today at 226-2100 to
put your name on the volunteer
list.
NEWS FLASH- - -
- - REMINDER- - -
ACSS is now accepting registrations for all
new students Pre School-12 grade!
from ACSS Business Office
Contact any school Principal or the Development Office
with questions.
2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
Plans for creating a successful 2015-2016
school year continue. Early indications regarding
enrollment are strong. We continue in the efforts
to recruit students who want to experience a Roncalli education. If you know of any families that
are interested in joining the ACSS, please let the
school know and we will follow up.
The Central Office will be open from 8:00am5:00pm, Monday through Friday, during the
summer months. Be watching for notifications
regarding the Tuition Contract Signing Days
later this summer.
All tuition and fees must be paid by May 1st,
unless tuition is paid by an automatic deduction from your account, or other arrangements
have been made with the business
office. Access to student and/or parent portal
will be denied on any accounts that are past
due by 30 days or more if payment in full is
not received on or before May 5th. In addition,
report cards and transcripts will be held for
any student with an outstanding balance on the
following as of the last day of school:

Tuition

Fees

Lunch accounts

Library fines

Technology fines
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1400 N. DAKOTA ST.
ACSS 2015 SPRING CONCERT SERIES
K– 6 Grade Concert
7-12 Grade Pops Concert
May 5
May 6
7:00 pm, RHS Gym
7:00 pm, RHS Gym
Pop and Popcorn will be sold
Seniors performing at their final
Roncalli Concert May 6
l to r back row: Sam King, Dan Albl, Daniel
Holmstrom, Zach Hammrich, Sam Reynen,
Nathan Allen, Keaton Deiter, Erin Dudley
middle row: Delaney McNulty, Haley Anderson, Katie Torrence, Mikayla Titus
front, seated: Madison Brandenburger
Newman.
CAVALIER BLAST! A trap shoot fundraiser
June 25, 2015
Details:
Time: First flight starts at 5:00 pm, then 5:30 pm and last flight 6:00 pm.
Cost: $500 per team of five
Meal: (Prime Rib by Scott Dell) begins at about 7:00 pm while shooting is taking place.
Auction and Raffle: begins at 8:00 pm
Get your team together!
Contact the Development Office with questions, 226-2100
Like us on facebook @
Aberdeen Roncalli
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
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We are very proud of the
NHS inductees this year!
Their
academic
accomplishments ar e
inspiring and demonstrate
the pursuit of excellence
that is found in a Roncalli
education!
PTO
Dear Parents and Teachers of the Roncalli PTO,
Thank you to everyone who participated in
bringing success to our Family Carnival fundraiser. An event like this needs great volunteers!
God surely blessed our day and our efforts tremendously by allowing us to raise over $8,000 in
our three hour event! This will go toward our
2014-2015 budgeted General Fund Assessment of
$15,000.
We are finalizing plans on how to support our
fine teachers with the excess funds as this is one
of the purposes and mission of the
Parent / Teacher Organization.
As this is my last communication as your PTO
President, I would like to personally thank my
fellow Board Members, Tina Dosch (Vice President), Erica Coughlin (Secretary), and Maria Lao
(Treasurer). I’ve appreciated all of their support
and the support of those of you who have stepped
up when I’ve called and asked for help.
May God bless you and your families.
Jennifer Goscicki
****May 4-8****
National Teacher Appreciation Week
Please take a moment to show or tell our
ACSS Teachers how much you
appreciate all their hard work!!!
CONGRATULATIONS
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To the following Band students who competed in their respective contests this spring
H.S. Band= Superior Rating
J.H. Band= Superior Rating
6th Grade Band= Excellent Rating
5th Grade Band= Superior Rating
Special Congratulations to the Band students
who received a Superior Plus Rating on their
solo performances
8th grader Mary Gutenkauf– baritone
7th grader Erica Carda– flute
6th grader Brian Holmstrom– snare drum
5th graders Hailey Larson– flute
Rose Gutenkauf– trumpet
Sophia Madsen– french horn
Mark your calendar for the
Monday, Sept. 14
Moccasin Creek
Country Club
Great Golfing, Lunch
Silent Auction & more!
Get your team together!
Call 226-2100 for more information
1400 N. DAKOTA ST.
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DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
FRIDAY, MAY 29
8:30 pm to midnight
@ the DEC
Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door.
All proceeds benefit Roncalli
An Adults Only Event
Tickets may be purchased at the RHS Central Office, or at
the following locations: C-Express stores, Ken’s, Kessler’s,
and the Wolf Stop.
WIN A FREE TICKET TO THE JOHNNY HOLM DANCE
Roncalli Gift Card Incentive

Buy any gift card from May 1-26th and be entered once for each card purchased.

Order any gift card for Maverick’s and be entered twice for each card purchased.

Buy a $10 Aberdeen Business Card from ACSS and be entered three times. Roncalli will receive $7
of the $10 for a 70% profit!!!
At 1 p.m. on May 26th, two lucky winners will be drawn for a free ticket to the
Johnny Holm Dance on May 29 at the DEC.
ACSS Central Office (located at RHS)
Summer Gift Card Hours: Starting June 1
Monday-Thursday 8 am-5 pm
Friday 8-11:30 am
Gift cards are still available to purchase all summer after each weekend Mass at both parishes
“SHOES FOR LOVE”
The shoe drive for needy children and families in Haiti
was a great success! All in all, we collected over 600
pairs of shoes from the three schools!
This drive just demonstrated the tremendous generosity
and mercy that is present in the families of our school
system! We are very grateful to all the parents and
teachers who helped in this cause!
To the left is a photo of the RES students working hard to organize
the donated shoes dropped off at their school.
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ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM
DIOCESAN EVENTS
PARISH NEWS
D Camp 2015
Roncalli is so grateful to our parishes for their support,
both financially and prayerfully!! Please take time to
tell your fellow parishioners and pastors thank you for
all they do for us.
H.S.= June 15-18; June 29-July2
Jr.H.= July 6-9
Broomtree Retreat Center
sfcatholic.org/youth/
St. Mary’s News
*Diocesan NUN RUN
Apr. 30-May 2
http://parishesonline.com/scripts/hostedsites/org.asp?
p=5&ID=12739
*National NUN RUN
June 19-14
*JPII Boys Camp at Abbey of the Hills
May 29-31
*JPII Boys Rocky Mnt. Expedition
St. Mary’s Luncheon will be Saturday, May 2 at
noon in the Parish Hall. Cost is $10. To make a
reservation, call Judy at 225-3530 by April 30.
Aug. 3-8
*Contact Vocations Office for details
Sacred Heart News
http://www.sacredheartaberdeen.net/
LEGACY OF FAITH Diocesan Celebration
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August 14-16, Sioux Falls Convention Center
For the entire family!
Featuring:
 Concert by Matt Maher
 Keynote Speakers Curtis Martin and Scott Hahn
 Entertainment by Comedian Ken Davis
 Breakout sessions
 Youth activities
 Ministry Reunions
 5K Run/Walk
 Celebration of Holy Mass
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS
EVENT!!!
Go to http://www.sfcatholic.org/Legacy/ for
more details.
Bible Study, Tuesdays, after 7:30am Mass.
Studying Paul’s letter to the Ephesians
7-12 grade Discipleship groups will be meeting
this summer 2 times a month.
Totus Tuus Summer Parish Camp is
July 31-Aug. 7
GIFT CARDS……

For Graduation gifts

For Mother’s Day gifts

For your everyday shopping

Available after weekend Masses or at the
ACSS Central Office in the high school.
5th Grade
D.A.R.E
Graduation
Aberdeen Police Officer
McCoy led the training.
Thank you,
Officer McCoy!!!
Our thanks to everyone who made the
such a great success
Special thanks to Stacy Johnson and Kerry Harr for serving as our 2015 Roncalli Ball Chairs! Also a
big thanks to Shannon Imbery for lending her expertise on the design of the invitations and programs,
Barb Newman and the Roncalli art students for their art murals and Jerry Trefz and his volunteers
for the beautiful decorations.
Our school’s biggest fundraising event of the year takes a great deal of time, talent, and treasure
and all of you played an important part in its success. Whether it’s selling raffle tickets or serving
on committees; donating raffle and auction items or volunteering the night of the ball; purchasing
a sponsorship for the event or just buying a ticket to enjoy it all
WE COULDN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!
Roncalli Ball 2016
We are happy to announce the 2016 Ball Chairs
Roncalli Alumni Layton Holmstrom (’81) and Todd Zens (’81)
This will mark the first time in Ball history that we will have two gentlemen serve as Chairs.
Make plans now to attend the Ball next year.
Congratulations
KENDALL HOELLEIN winner of the $10,000 Cash Raffle
MELANIE LUNDQUIST, winner of the $1,000 Hats and Booties Game
Sunday, May 3 from 6-9pm
at the Aberdeen Y
All Catholic families are invited for a night at the Y.
Enjoy swimming, gym time, climbing the Rock Wall
Pizza and snacks
All free of charge thanks to a grant from
Catholic United Financial!
Founders
Benefactors
Aberdeen Wendy's Restaurant
A & B Business/Cask & Cork
Bantz, Gosch & Cremer
American News
Carrels and Bain Family Dental Care
Avera St. Luke's
Catholic Community Foundation
Jeff and Mary Bock/Perry and
for Eastern SD
Elaine Horner/Dana and Becky
Dacotah Bank
Randall/Brent and Linda Rohlfs
The Dentist /
Dakota Broadcasting
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph F. Rigg
Dakota Plains Energy
Ken's SuperFair Foods
Graham Tire of Aberdeen
Rich and Linda Kezar
Harr Motors
Lang's Audio TV and Appliance
Helms & Associates
Michael and Stacy Levsen
Hub City, Inc.
Presentation Sisters
Hub City Radio
Ronayne and Cogley, P.C.
Harvey and Cynthia Jewett
Vision Care Associates
Kessler's
Steven Lust Automotive
Marco
Mattern Electric
Barton Heating & Air Conditioning
Dean and Donna Mehlhaff
Carlsen Funeral Home & Crematory
Northern State University
CASHWA Distributing
Pierson Ford
Don and Marilyn Carrels
Premier Facility Maintenance
Dr. Gregg and Nancy Carlson
Primrose Retirement Communities
Mike and Rosemary Duch
QQP/Midstates
Pat and Roberta Gallagher
Reede Construction
Mike and Mary Lee McHugh
Florence Richards
Harms Oil Company
Richardson, Wyly, Wise, Sauck & Hieb,
JDH Construction
LLP: Roy A. Wise, William K. Sauck,
Maloney & Maloney
Jack H. Hieb, Zachary W.
PeterAttorneys at Law
son, Kimberly A. Dorsett,
Ophthalmology Associates
Stacy M. Johnson
Jerry and Kathy Whiteside
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Sanford Health (2)
Schriver's Memorial Mortuary and
Crematory
Schwan Financial Group
VanLaecken Orthodontics
Western Printing
Patrons
Friends
Century Business Products
C-Express & Convenience Stores
Cole Paper, Inc.
CorTrust Bank
Tom and Marcia Dosch
Family Dental Care
Floor to Ceiling
Eloy and Janis Heier
Grote Roofing
HealthCare Plus Federal
Credit Union
Inman and McDowell, Inc.
Father David L. Krogman
Mack's Auto Body
Molded Fiber Glass
Earl and Arlene Randall
Steve and Sheryl Redmond
Gary and Janet Roth
Tom and Sharon Snyder
Russ and Marilyn Stone
Siegel, Barnett & Schutz
US Bank
Your support helped us raise nearly
$100,000 for teacher’s salaries, technological
needs and tuition assistance!
A special Thank You to the Auction and Raffle Donors
3M
Abbey of the Hills
Aberdeen Dental Associates
Aberdeen Dermatology Associates
Aberdeen Flying Service
Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and
Forestry Dept.
Stacey Aberle
Aberdeen Wings
Anchors Away Lodge and Resort
Anchors of Faith
Mike and Luanne Anderson
Anthony Jewelers
Artz Equipment
Margaret Artz
Avera St. Luke's Acceleration
Cory Backous/Dakota River Walleyes
Barnett Vision Center
Melissa and Julia Barnett
Beadle Floral and Nursery
Lisa Berbos
Boho’s Closet
Bonn’s Eats and Treats
Bremer Photography
Budget Furniture
Bur Mar Shoes
Butler Machinery
Jim and Laurie Campbell
Campbell's Town and Country
Dr. Gregg and Nancy Carlson
Carrels Family Dental Care
Carrow’s Formal Wear
Cask and Cork/A & B Business, Inc.
Catholic Foundation for Eastern SD
C-Express Stores
Circus Bar and Grill
Conlin's Furniture
Culver's
Dacotah Bank
Dakota Outdoors
Dakota Supply Group
Deb Dix
Domino’s
Donald’s Uniforms
Marcia Dosch
Laura Dreis
Mike & Rosemary Duch
Susie Ewinger
Alex and Annie Falk
Finishing Touch
Flatlanders
Floor to Ceiling
Fr. David L. Krogman
Fr. Joe Holzhauser
Fr. Shane D. Stevens
Tom and Toni Gisi
Mark and Mary Gjernes
Graham Tire/Good Year
Great Western Bank
Bob and Gail Gunderson
H.I.P. Salon
Hair Designs and More
Hardin’s Photography
Healthcare Plus Federal CU
Herberger’s
Hitch N Post
Holiday Inn Express/Lamont
Companies
Perry and Elaine Horner
Hub City Radio
Mr. and Mrs. Mel Imbery
Inspire
Interior Design Concepts
Jason's Truck and Auto Body Repair
Rob and Pat Johnson
Heath and Stacy Johnson
Jen Thares Jurgens
Karisma Boutique
Karl’s
Karen Kellen
Kelly Miller
John Kersten
Kessler’s
Buffy King
Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Kreuger
Lang’s Audio TV & Appliance
Lily's Floral Design & Gifts
Stephanie Litzen
Amy McFadden/ Salon at Profiling
Beauty
Malchow’s Home Furnishing
Mattern, Dixie
Mattern's Sporting Goods and Bait
Max & Erma's
Mehlhaff, Pete and Paddy
Millstone Restaurant
Pam Moberg
Moccasin Creek Pro Shop
Moment to Moment Photography
Muehlberg, Nancy
Northern State University
Northwestern Mutual
Dorothy O’Keefe
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Center
Pantorium Cleaners
Pepsi-Cola
Pounders/Mavericks
Presentation College
Presentation Sisters
Pro Build
Profiling Beauty
Q-doba Mexican Grill
Ramkota Best Western
RDO
Riddle's Jewelry
Roma Ristaurante
Roncalli Booster Club
Roncalli Spirit Store
Runnings
Sandra Beyers Photography
Brandei Schaefbauer
Paul and Shannon Schmidt
Marie Schumacher
John and Laurie Schwan
Tony and Barbara Schwan
Shoe Science
Skateaway
Sodak Sport & Bait
Teresa Sonnenberg-Gauer
Sound Decisions
Vicki Stuchl
Subway
Super 8 Motels
Starbucks
Tapz Bar/Bully's Chophouse
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Thares
Thatzza Pizza
The Flame
The Pet Place
Mr. and Mrs. Rod Titus
TKO
Tractor Supply Company
Mr. Jerry Trefz
Van Laecken Orthodontic
Carrie and Jason Welk
Wendy's
Wheatgrowers of SD
Wylie Thunder Road
YMCA
Mark Zerr
*Other donors who wished to
remain anonymous