The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

The weight room will be closed after school today. 

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office. 

  Tomorrow will be a jeans day for the cost of $2 to benefit the Pennies for Patients campaign.  All the usual restrictions apply, no shorts, only jeans, no inappropriate messages on clothing, no holes and modest tops please.  

Any freshmen, sophomore or junior girl interested in trying out for cheer or dance team should plan to sign up in the commons after school today. 

There is a service hours opportunity to help around the home of an elderly lady who is a member of Cathedral parish, to perhaps do some light cleaning chores, on a temporary basis for up to about an hour 2 or 3 times per week.  You must be a girl and be able to drive.  If you would be interested in this opportunity stop by the office for details. 

Conner Hazelrigg please see Mrs. Sheppard after school today. 

To the office:  Maci Kovac, Katie Keaveny, Mark Nold, Andrea Cox, Curt Lane, Tarah Woods & Alex Kreidler 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors- your 60 hours of Volunteer services are now being tallied.  Some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

The University of Missouri is offering a HIGH SCHOOL MINI-MEDICAL SCHOOL for talented students to have a preview of medical school.  This will be one week in the summer.  Interested juniors should visit Mrs. Lister for more details.  The application deadline is March 15. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Morning Announcements
February 28, 2008 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

A reading from the letter to the Ephesians. 

So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundations of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone.  In him the whole structure is joined together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord; in whom you also are built together spiritually into a dwelling place for God.  Ephesians 2:19-22 

Baptism is a true entry into the holiness of God so we should not settle for a life of mediocrity, marked by minimal ethics and a shallow religious practice.  The ways of holiness are many and possible not just for only a few “uncommon heroes” of holiness.  Many Christians have been beatified and canonized, among them many people who attained holiness in the most ordinary circumstances of life. 

Mother Teresa once said, “We can do no great things—only small things with great love.”  Will you accept the call to holiness in your own little corner of the world?  Will you go about your vocation, whatever it is, motivated by great love?  Reflect and pray. 

Lord, You call us to greatness.  You call us to be numbered among Your saints.  Help us remember that we do not have to do outstanding feats recognized by others to please You.  All we have to do is live out Your call to love wherever we are in life.  We just have to be the best we can be.  Give us strength to become the people You call us to be.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.  Amen 

Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

The winter sports recognition will be next Tuesday at 6pm in Grace gym. 

Any freshmen, sophomore or junior girl interested in trying out for cheer or dance team should plan to sign up in the commons after school today. 

There is a service hours opportunity to help around the home of an elderly lady who is a member of Cathedral parish, to perhaps do some light cleaning chores, on a temporary basis for up to about an hour 2 or 3 times per week.  You must be a girl and be able to drive.  If you would be interested in this opportunity stop by the office for details. 

Tomorrow will be a jeans day for the cost of $2 to benefit the Pennies for Patients campaign.  

Lost and found has a plaid uniform skirt plus lots of other clothing and some jewelry.  Claim your belongings at the office. 

Good luck to the boys basketball team in their first district game tonight at 6:00 in Cameron. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

The Knights of Columbus Council #5067 is hosting all you can eat Friday Fish Fries on all Fridays of Lent (except Good Friday).  They are at 1205 N 49^th Terr.  Doors open at 5pm and close at 7:30pm.  The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.  All are welcome! 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have.  This is a requirement for graduation. 

February 27, 2008 

Volleyball players should see Coach Huss sometime today to pick up t-shirt order forms. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Freshman football and/or courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Mrs. Vertin or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it ASAP. 

Lost and found has a plaid uniform skirt plus lots of other clothing and some jewelry.  Claim your belongings at the office. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

Members of Foreign Language Club, there is a sign up sheet for ordering club tee-shirts in Mrs. Arnett's room.  If you plan to order a club tee-shirt, please sign your name and state what size you want.  Orders must be in by the end of the school day today. 

All track athletes need to get order forms in to Coach Huss for track sweats by the end of today. 

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office.

   Friday will be a jeans day for the cost of $2 to benefit the Pennies for Patients campaign.  

Any freshmen, sophomore or junior girl interested in trying out for cheer or dance team should plan to sign up in the commons after school tomorrow. 

Fr. Shawn will have Mass tomorrow morning.  Everyone welcome to come start the day with the Lord! 

These students please see Mrs. Lister before leaving today:  Juston Sanger, Meg Davis & Michael Odongo 

These students please see Ms. Huss today:  Echo Hellerich, Maggie Adams, Sarah Downey, Ashburn Holley, Renata Odongo, Zac Campbell, Brett Moore & Mike Lierz 

 Christian Koelliker please see Mr. Girard today after school. 

To the office:  Autumn Ambrozi, Mack O’Malley, Averi & Kara Coffee & Sarah Glenski 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors- your 60 hours of Volunteer services are now being tallied.  Some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?  Micah 6:8 

Prayer and fasting must be accompanied by works of justice.  There will be no peace on earth while the oppression of peoples, social injustices and existing economic imbalances continue.  We need the unanimous conversion of hearts to love. 

Do you see an injustice happening within our world? Within our country?  Within our community?  Within our school?  What concrete steps can you take to address this injustice, if only in a small way?  Open your heart to Jesus to reflect on these questions. 

Lord, we know that penitential acts are important, but You also call us to work for justice.  Stir us, Lord, so that we are not apathetic to the injustices around us.  Lead us to a deeper love of all peoples and help us to work for justice so the world might know peace.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.  Amen 

Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

Fr. Shawn will have Mass tomorrow morning.  Everyone welcome to come start the day with the Lord! 

Any freshmen, sophomore or junior girl interested in trying out for cheer or dance team should plan to sign up in the commons after school tomorrow. 

Friday will be a jeans day for the cost of $2 to benefit the Pennies for Patients campaign.  

There will be a campus ministry meeting tonight at 6:30. 

Volleyball players should see Coach Huss sometime today to pick up t-shirt order forms. 

Members of Foreign Language Club, there is a sign up sheet for ordering club tee-shirts in Mrs. Arnett's room.  If you plan to order a club tee-shirt, please sign your name and state what size you want.  Orders must be in by end of school today. 

All track athletes need to get order forms in to Coach Huss for track sweats by the end of today. 

The crochet club will meet today after school in the library. 

Good luck to the girls basketball team in their first district game tonight at 7:30 in Cameron. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

The Knights of Columbus Council #5067 is hosting all you can eat Friday Fish Fries on all Fridays of Lent (except Good Friday).  They are at 1205 N 49^th Terr.  Doors open at 5pm and close at 7:30pm.  The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.  All are welcome!  

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have.  This is a requirement for graduation. 

February 26, 2008 

There will be a cheer meeting after school today. 

The cross country runners who are recruiting tonight at the freshman registration should see Coach Harr before leaving school. 

All students and staff helping with registration tonight please remember to be here at your appointed time. 

Volleyball players should see Coach Huss sometime on Wednesday to pick up t-shirt order forms. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Freshman football and/or courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Mrs. Vertin or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it ASAP. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

Members of Foreign Language Club, there is a sign up sheet for ordering club tee-shirts in Mrs. Arnett's room.  If you plan to order a club tee-shirt, please sign your name and state what size you want.  Orders must be in by the end of the school day tomorrow. 

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office. 

  We will register the class of 2012 tonight.  If you know of an 8^th grader planning on coming to LeBlond for freshman year, please let them know about registration. 

Sophomore Sara Wilson & Joe Ueligger please see Mrs. Harr after school today. 

These students please see Mrs. Wineinger after school today:  Hannah White, Nick Lammoglia, Lauren Robbins 

To the office:  Morgan Hall 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors- your 60 hours of Volunteer services are now being tallied.  Some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons.  The younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of the property that will belong to me.’  So he divided his property between them.  A few days later the younger son gathered all he had and traveled to a distant country, and there he squandered his property in dissolute living.…So he set off and went to his father.  But while he was still far off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion; he ran and put his arms around him and kissed him.  Then the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you; I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’  But the father said to his slaves, ‘Quickly, bring out a robe—the best one—and put it on him; put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.  And get the fatted calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate; for this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found!’  And they began to celebrate.”  Luke 15:11-13, 20-24 

Mercy takes the form of love.  This love is able to reach down to every prodigal son, to every human misery and to every moral misery which is sin.  When this happens, the person who is the object of mercy does not feel humiliated, but found again and “restored to value.”  The father first expresses to him his joy that he has been “found again” and that he has “returned to life.”  This joy indicates a good that has remained intact:  even if he is a prodigal, a son does not cease to be truly his father’s son; it also indicates a good that has been found again, which in the case of the prodigal son was his return to the truth about himself. 

Is there someone in your life who needs you to show mercy to them just as your Father in heaven shows mercy to you?  When someone wrongs you today, will you show mercy and forgive even before forgiveness is asked of you?  Reflect and pray. 

Merciful Father, we sometimes turn from You and reject Your love.  We think we can make it on our own.  If it were not for Your mercy, we would be forever lost.  Help us to remember that You are always waiting to welcome us back.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God. 

Amen Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

There will be a cheer meeting after school today. 

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office. 

  We will register the class of 2012 tonight.  If you know of an 8^th grader planning on coming to LeBlond for freshman year, please let them know about registration. 

There will be a campus ministry meeting tomorrow evening at 6:30. 

Members of Foreign Language Club, there is a sign up sheet for ordering club tee-shirts in Mrs. Arnett's room.  If you plan to order a club tee-shirt, please sign your name and state what size you want.  Orders must be in by end of school tomorrow. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

The Knights of Columbus Council #5067 is hosting all you can eat Friday Fish Fries on all Fridays of Lent (except Good Friday).  They are at 1205 N 49^th Terr.  Doors open at 5pm and close at 7:30pm.  The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.  All are welcome! 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have.  This is a requirement for graduation. 

February 25, 2008 

The cheer meeting after school today is cancelled and rescheduled for tomorrow in the commons. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Whoever gave Mrs. Lister their service hours sheet in the hall today, please come to the Counselor's office.  There is no name on the record, so she doesn't know to whom to give the credit. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Freshman football and/or courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Mrs. Vertin or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it ASAP. 

The boys tennis team will meet today after school in the commons.  

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

Members of Foreign Language Club, there is a sign up sheet for ordering club tee-shirts in Mrs. Arnett's room.  If you plan to order a club tee-shirt, please sign your name and state what size you want.  Orders must be in by end of school on Wed. Feb. 27th. 

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office. 

  There will be prayer breakfast tomorrow morning.  Everybody welcome to come start your day with prayer, fellowship & food. 

Maryclare Wheeler and Dain Finney please see Coach Huss before you leave today. 

Caitlin Jackson please see Mrs. Faucett today after school. 

These students please stop by the Counselor's office before they leave today:  Max Montag, Dain Finney, Veronica Modlin, Justin Boyles, Pat Lawhon, Jocelyn Van Vickle, Molly Peppard, Jacob Lilly & Karen Brunner 

Kayla Owens please see Mrs. Moore after school today. 

To the office:  Mady Horn, Kris Owens, Summer Bridges, Amanda Steele, Lindsay Prawitz, Kayla Owens, Mitchell Chapman, Dain Finney & Jonathan Wright  

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors- your 60 hours of Volunteer services are now being tallied.  Some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

The University of Missouri is offering a HIGH SCHOOL MINI-MEDICAL SCHOOL for talented students to have a preview of medical school.  This will be one week in the summer.  Interested juniors should visit Mrs. Lister for more details.  The application deadline is March 15.

Morning Announcements
February 25, 2008 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.  For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and we were all made to drink of one Spirit.  Indeed, the body does not consist of one member but of many…If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it.  1 Corinthians 12:12-13, 26 

Spirituality of communion means we must see the light of Christ shining on the face of the brothers and sisters around us, it means an ability to think of our brothers and sisters as part of the Mystical Body of Christ, just as we are, so that they are a part of us too.  Spirituality of communion means the ability to see what is positive in others and prize it as a gift of God, not only a gift to them but to us too.  It means making room for others and bearing each other’s burdens.  Without this spirituality of communion, the external structures of communion serve little purpose and become without a soul. 

Is there someone who absolutely irritates you?  Reflect on that person a few moments and find at least one good quality that person has.  Thank God for the gift of that person in your life. 

Triune God, we tell ourselves we have our own interests to protect and don’t want to be bothered by someone else’s problems.  Teach us that we are all members of one body in Jesus.  Our brothers’ and sisters’ problems are our problems too.  End our divisions, God, and teach us that we need one another as we journey to eternal union with You.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.  Amen Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

Mrs. Alkier's first hour class is in the lead with $47.26 followed by Mr. Girard with $40.  Depending on the amount raised, the first hour winners will receive donuts for breakfast or pizza for lunch!  Keep those coins rolling in and help the Pennies for Patients campaign.  You will never know all the good that you do. 

There will be prayer breakfast tomorrow morning.  Everybody welcome to come start your day with prayer, fellowship & food. 

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office. 

  There will be a campus ministry meeting Wednesday evening at 6:30. 

Members of Foreign Language Club, there is a sign up sheet for ordering club tee-shirts in Mrs. Arnett's room.  If you plan to order a club tee-shirt, please sign your name and state what size you want.  Orders must be in by end of school on Wed. Feb. 27th. 

The boys tennis team will meet today after school in the commons.  

There will be a cheer meeting after school today in the commons. 

Any student that has tuition money please bring it to Mrs. Faucett now. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

The Knights of Columbus Council #5067 is hosting all you can eat Friday Fish Fries on all Fridays of Lent (except Good Friday).  They are at 1205 N 49^th Terr.  Doors open at 5pm and close at 7:30pm.  The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.  All are welcome! 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have.  This is a requirement for graduation. 

February 22, 2008 

There will be a cheer meeting after school Monday in the commons. 

Those who are going on the Guatemala mission need to get their $50 deposit in to the office today. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin Monday.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

Freshman football and/or courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Mrs. Vertin or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it ASAP. 

Track athletes are reminded to turn in their warm-ups money & information forms to Ms. Huss today. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office. 

  NHS students please collect the piggy bank money after school today. 

Baseball practice starts Monday morning at 6:30am in the old gym. 

Candace Jimenez please see Mrs. Sheppard today before you leave school. 

Adam Harris please see Mr. Clark after school today. 

Lauren Alkier please go to room 105 after school. 

To the office:  Dain Finney, Sarah Wilson, Rachael Stephan, Liza Schoeneck, Sam Sanders, Taylor Nassen, Veronica Modlin, JiEun Jung, Mady Horn, Chassie Hartman, Lauren Grable, Aislinn Goad, Erin Crotty, Averi Coffee, Christine Hutfles, Maeve Goad, Erin Dillon, Tarah Woods, Elizabeth Miller & Kalonie McIntosh 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors- your 60 hours of Volunteer services are now being tallied.  Some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

The University of Missouri is offering a HIGH SCHOOL MINI-MEDICAL SCHOOL for talented students to have a preview of medical school.  This will be one week in the summer.  Interested juniors should visit Mrs. Lister for more details.  The application deadline is March 15.

Morning Announcements
February 22, 2008 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

Then the king will say to those at his right hand, ‘Come, you that are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me.’  Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you something to drink?  And when was it that we saw you a stranger and welcomed you, or naked and gave you clothing?  And when was it that we saw you sick or in prison and visited you?’  And the king will answer them, ‘Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.’  Matthew 25:34-40 

After contemplating the face of the crucified Lord, how can we not recognize him and serve him in those who are suffering and abandoned?  Jesus invites us to stay with him watching and praying and asks us to love him in our brothers and sisters.  A Lent intensely lived will bear the fruit of a greater and more universal love. 

What is your attitude toward those in need?  Do you assign blame to them for their state in life or are you more concerned about helping them?  Take a few moments to search your heart and speak to Jesus. 

Lord, You say we will be judged according to how we treat the least among us.  The way we treat them is, in fact, the way we treat You for You are in them just as You are in us.  By turning our backs on them, we turn our backs on You.  Help us, Lord, to have more generous hearts.  Let us not put off until tomorrow what we can do to help those in need today.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.  Amen 

Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

NHS students please collect the piggy bank money after school today. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

Baseball practice starts Monday morning at 6:30am in the old gym. 

Just in case you are wondering, your pennies, nickels, dimes & quarters really do make a difference in the lives of those with blood cancer.  Please continue to be as generous as possible in the Pennies for Patients campaign.  And remember the winning first hour classroom will win a pizza party if they raise more than $300.  

Financial aid packets for students returning to LeBlond next year are now available in the office.   

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin Monday.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

Track athletes are reminded to turn in their warm-ups money & information forms to Ms. Huss today. 

Those who are going on the Guatemala mission need to get their $50 deposit in to the office today. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Good luck to the varsity girls at east Buchanan today beginning at 6:00 and to the dance team tomorrow at state. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

The Knights of Columbus Council #5067 is hosting all you can eat Friday Fish Fries on all Fridays of Lent (except Good Friday).  They are at 1205 N 49^th Terr.  Doors open at 5pm and close at 7:30pm.  The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.  All are welcome! 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

February 21, 2008 

Those who are going on the Guatemala mission need to get their $50 deposit in to the office by tomorrow. 

The Red Cross will be offering lifeguard classes in March & April.  For details see the flyers posted at the office. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

If any student is carrying around a tuition check in your pocket, book bag or purse please bring it to the office or to Mrs. Faucett before you leave today. 

Freshmen registration for incoming students for the Class of 2012 has been postponed due to weather until Feb. 26.  If you know of someone who was planning on being here tonight to register for next year’s freshman class please let them know it has been postponed. 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin Monday.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

Freshman football and/or courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Mrs. Vertin or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it ASAP. 

Anyone wishing to try out for this year’s golf team, should attend a meeting after school today in the art room. 

Any boys interested in tennis this spring please come to a meeting today after school in the commons with Mr. Sanger. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

To the office:  Kyle Murphy, Amanda Steele, Michael Odongo, Tommy Schoeneck, Alex Bridges, Seth Van Vickle, Veronica Modlin, Shelby Hughes, Elizabeth Miller, Mitchell Chapman, Dain Finney, Whitney Baker, Erin Dillon & Mike Lierz  

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors- your 60 hours of Volunteer services are now being tallied.  Some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

The University of Missouri is offering a HIGH SCHOOL MINI-MEDICAL SCHOOL for talented students to have a preview of medical school.  This will be one week in the summer.  Interested juniors should visit Mrs. Lister for more details.  The application deadline is March 15. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves.  And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white.  Matthew 17:1-2 

Then the high priest tore his clothes and said, “He has blasphemed!  Why do we still need witnesses?  You have now heard his blasphemy.  What is your verdict?”  They answered, “He deserves death.”  Then they spat in his face and struck him; and some slapped him…  Matthew 26:65-67 

The desire to see Jesus dwells deep in the heart of each man and each woman.  God created us because He loves us and so we love Him in return.  This is the reason for the unquenchable nostalgia for God that we preserve in our hearts.  God’s face was revealed to us in Jesus Christ.  If we wish to contemplate the beauty of that Face, we must first create a silence within ourselves.  We must allow this desire to see God to emerge from the depths of our hearts.  We must shut out the distractions and allurements of the world.  Our reward for this effort will be the wonderful experience of meeting Jesus.   

Look around the room you are presently in until you find a representation of the face of Jesus.  What do you see in that face that speaks to you?  What is Jesus trying to tell you?  For a few seconds gaze at that face and listen to Jesus speaking to you in your heart. 

Jesus, our Brother, we long to see Your face.  We have no better friend than You.  Help us to see Your face whenever and wherever we can, especially in the faces of those closest to us and in the faces of the needy.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.  Amen 

Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

3^rd hour chorus class needs to bring study materials with you to class today. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

The UMKC rep is here today at 12:00.  If you signed up to see this rep, please go to the counseling center at the appropriate time. 

How can you help leukemia & lymphoma patients like Ashley Anderson?  You are helping by participating in Pennies for Patients!  The coins you are collecting will go to help researchers cure leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma and to help the Society provide support to Ashley and other kids with blood cancer.  We will extend our penny drive into next week since we have had some days out of school.  Please be generous. 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin Monday.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

Any boys interested in tennis this spring please come to a meeting today after school in the commons with Mr. Sanger. 

Freshmen registration for incoming students for the Class of 2012 is tonight from 5-7pm.  If you know of someone who is thinking about coming to LeBlond please let them know about registration. 

Anyone wishing to try out for this year’s golf team, should attend a meeting after school today, in the art room. 

Those who are going on the Guatemala mission need to get their $50 deposit in to the office by Friday. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

The Knights of Columbus Council #5067 is hosting all you can eat Friday Fish Fries on all Fridays of Lent (except Good Friday).  They are at 1205 N 49^th Terr.  Doors open at 5pm and close at 7:30pm.  The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 12.  All are welcome! 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

A reminder to students if you forgot something at home and think there is a chance that a parent sent the item to school, please check at the office to see if we have it.  We will not interrupt classes to call students to the office to pick up forgotten lunches, homework, uniforms, etc.  It is your responsibility to check with the office to see if someone brought what you forgot.

February 20, 2008 

The Crochet Club will meet today after school in the library.  Please bring a hook, yarn, and the project if you started one last week. 

The weight room will be closed after school today. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Freshmen registration for incoming students for the Class of 2012 is tomorrow night from 5-7pm.  If you know of someone who is thinking about coming to LeBlond please let them know about registration. 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin next Monday.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

There is a short girls soccer meeting today after school. All girls interested need to stop by. 

The University of Missouri is offering a HIGH SCHOOL MINI-MEDICAL SCHOOL for talented students to have a preview of medical school.  This will be one week in the summer.  Interested juniors should visit Mrs. Lister for more details.  The application deadline is March 15. 

We are having mass Thursday morning, but there is no campus ministry meeting tonight. 

Track team meeting after school today from 3:00 to 3:15 in Coach Huss’s classroom. 

Freshman football and/or courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Mrs. Vertin or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it ASAP. 

Anyone interested in playing baseball this year, there is a meeting today after school in room 104. 

The UMKC rep will be here tomorrow at 12:00.  If you would like to see this rep, please sign up at the counseling center by 3pm today. 

Anyone wishing to try out for this year’s golf team, should attend a meeting after school tomorrow in the art room. 

Any boys interested in tennis this spring please come to a meeting tomorrow after school in the commons with Mr. Sanger. 

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

Foreign Lang Club meeting tomorrow morning at 7:15 in room 208.  It is for all members and officers. 

Veronica Modlin, Robert Pyatt, Jim Mrkvicka, and Erin Crotty please see Mrs. Harr after school today. 

These students should please see Mrs. Lister after school today:  Terrance Texiera & Jillian Koelliker 

These students should please see Mrs. Sheppard after school today:  Ryley Drennen, Kirk Dickens & Candace Jimenez 

To the office:  Taylor Lorenz, Nathan Beaver, Max Montag, Kyle Murphy, Jacob Lilly, Lauren Alkier, Kayla Owens, Brian Wolfe, Beth Basham & Pat Lawhon 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

A reading from the letter to the Romans. 

I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.  Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect.  Romans 12:1-2 

The message of the Cross is not easy to understand in our times.  Material well-being and conveniences are offered and sought as priority values.  Do not be afraid to swim against the tide! 

How is God calling you to swim against the tide?  Is it by encouraging you to stand up for your Catholic values?  Is it by asking you to consume less and to share your blessings?  Is it by asking you to make the effort to befriend someone outside of your usual circle of friends, perhaps someone seen as less than popular?  Reflect on these questions and ask for God’s strength. 

Lord, there is a lot in our culture that pushes us away from You.  We feel pressure to conform; we want to be liked and have fun.  We know the ways of the world are not Your ways.  Give us courage, Lord, to do what is right, especially when we must swim against the tide.  We pray…I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault; in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do.  And I ask Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, all the angels and saints and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord, our God.  Amen 

Adapted from “Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II” compiled by John V. Kruse. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

The drama department needs workers for their spring production of Waiting in the Wings.  If you would be interested in running lights, doing sound, working as stage crew or doing make-up please sign up in the office.  Be sure to pick up a job description sheet which will include dates and times that you will need to work.   

The UMKC rep will be here tomorrow at 12:00.  If you would like to see this rep, please sign up at the counseling center by 3pm today. 

Foreign Lang Club meeting tomorrow morning at 7:15 in room 208.  It is for all members and officers. 

We are having Mass Thursday morning, but there is no campus ministry meeting tonight. 

If stacked up did you know that 270 billion pennies would tower nearly 239,000 miles high?  That’s enough pennies to get you to the moon.  The sky is the limit and the patients we are helping are our inspiration.  Keep those coins rolling in! 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin next Monday.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

Any boys interested in tennis this spring please come to a meeting tomorrow after school in the commons with Mr. Sanger. 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

Anyone wishing to try out for this year’s golf team, should attend a meeting after school tomorrow, in the art room. 

Seniors, some of you need to hand in the remainder of your forms with your Service Hours.  See Mrs. Lister if you question how many hours you have. 

Track team meeting after school today from 3:00 to 3:15 in Coach Huss’s classroom. 

Anyone interested in playing baseball this year, there is a meeting today after school in room 104. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

A reminder to students if you forgot something at home and think there is a chance that a parent sent the item to school, please check at the office to see if we have it.  We will not interrupt classes to call students to the office to pick up forgotten lunches, homework, uniforms, etc.  It is your responsibility to check with the office to see if someone brought what you forgot. 

The Crochet Club will meet today after school in the library.  Please bring a hook, yarn, and the project if you started one last week. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

We have small size uniform sweatshirts if you’re feeling a little chilly.  Pick one up at the office.  They are $20. 

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February 19, 2008 

Senior basketball players remind your parents to be here at 7:30 tonight. 

Seniors if you are applying for FAFSA, that is federal aid for college, booklets have arrived in the counseling center.  Come by and get yours. 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin Monday, Feb. 25^th.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

All freshman boys basketball players, today is uniform check in day. Please report to room 104 after school today with uniforms. We will also have a short meeting.  Any JV players not on the varsity roster can also check in uniforms after school. 

There will be no shoot-around for varsity boys players after school today. 

We are having mass on Thursday morning, but there is no campus ministry meeting this week. 

Track team meeting after school tomorrow from 3:00 to 3:15 in Coach Huss’s classroom. 

Courtwarming pictures that you have and would like to see published in the yearbook may be given to Chelsea DeSpain or brought to the office in an envelope with your name on it. 

Anyone interested in playing baseball this year, there is a meeting tomorrow after school in room 104. 

The UMKC rep will be here Thursday at 12:00.  If you would like to see this rep please sign up at the counseling center by 3pm Wednesday. 

Anyone wishing to try out for this year’s golf team, should attend a meeting after school Thursday, in the art room. 

These students please stop by the Counselor's office after school today:  Mady Horn, Autumn Ambrozi, Trevor Weaver, Jillian Koelliker & Kyle Olvera 

Maggie Adams please see Ms. Huss before you leave today. 

To the office:  Jacob Lilly, Kyle Murphy, Mallory McCullough, Jocie Van Vickle, Taylor Lorenz, Stephen Culver, Natalee Long, Max Montag, Drew Curtis, Brooks Schoeneck & Pat Lawhon 

Seniors who have not already done so should make an appointment with McBee Photography as soon as possible to have your yearbook photo taken.  You do not have to purchase pictures, the photo will be taken at no cost to you, but you do need to schedule a sitting time. 

The University of Missouri is offering a HIGH SCHOOL MINI MEDICAL SCHOOL for talented students to have a preview of medical school.  This will be one week in the summer.  Interested high school juniors should visit Mrs. Lister for more details.  The application deadline is March 15. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

But I say to you that listen, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.  If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat to not withhold your shirt.  Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again.  Do to others as you would have them do to you.  If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you?  For even sinners love those who love them.  If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you?  For even sinners do the same…..Love your enemies, do good,…expecting nothing in return.  Your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High….  Luke 6:27-36 

“Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.”  These words demand a radical conversion.  The daily experiences of human life show very clearly how much forgiveness and reconciliation are indispensable to our interpersonal relationships. 

Are you holding onto a grudge or a hurt?  In silent prayer ask Jesus to help you forgive and reach out to the person who may have wronged you.  If you have harmed another, ask Jesus for the courage to ask that person’s forgiveness.  Let this be one small way you bring peace into the world. 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.......Amen!

The Baker rep will not be coming today due to lack of interest.  The UMKC rep will be here Thursday at 12:00.  If you would like to see this rep please sign up at the counseling center by 3pm Wednesday. 

We are having mass on Thursday morning, but there is no campus ministry meeting this week. 

This is the last week of the Pennies for Patients campaign.  There is still time to raise more money to help those with leukemia & lymphoma.  Thanks for all you’ve done so far!  Keep bringing in those coins! 

All freshman basketball players, today is uniform check in day. Please report to room 104 after school today with uniforms. We will also have a short meeting.  Any JV players not on the varsity roster can also check in uniforms after school. 

Senior basketball players remind your parents to be here at 7:30 tonight. 

Spring sports practice & tryouts begin Monday, Feb. 25^th.  You must have a current physical on file with Mr. Kastner if you plan to try out for a spring sport.  Physical forms are available at the office. 

Anyone wishing to try out for this years golf team, should attend a meeting after school on Thursday, in the art room.  

Anyone interested in playing baseball this year, there is a meeting Wednesday, after school in room 104. 

Good luck to the varsity boys & girls basketball teams at home against Gallatin at 6:30. 

Have a great Eagle day of learning! 

A reminder to students if you forgot something at home and think there is a chance that a parent sent the item to school, please check at the office to see if we have it.  We wi