Campaign Update

      During the first phase of the campaign for a new Heelan we have made the following accomplishments:

• Ø  We have recruited our campaign leadership.

• Ø  The case for support has been established and we are waiting on final drawings and site plans.

• Ø  Early leadership gifts of $100,000 or more have been documented and more are being solicited

     As we have more information and site plans, we will share them with you in person, on our website and, eventually, through the media.  For now, we are happy to report that we are gathering strong support and that we are very excited about the direction of this campaign.

Happenings around BHCS

• Attention Heelan Seniors & Parents
  As you may know, it is tradition to feature our graduating seniors whose parent(s) also graduated from Bishop Heelan in a pictorial in the spring edition of the Crusader Connection.  If this applies to you and your child, please drop off a vertical senior year head and shoulders picture of your child with their name on the back to the administration building.  Parents, please include your name and graduation year on the back of your child's picture as well. Thank you!
  
  

• 2008 Spring Finale Concert
  Sunday, May 11
  Doors open at 7:00 – Concert starts at 7:30 pm
  Admission - $3 Students, $5 adults
  Eppley Auditorium – Morningside College

  The concert will feature all four Bishop Heelan High School concert choirs, both jazz choirs and a tribute to our graduating seniors and all of our mothers.
   

• Shake, Rattle & Auction '08 results:
  Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools Surpassed Auction Goal Again!

       Friends of Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools continued to show their unwavering commitment by attending this year’s dinner, auction and dance, “Shake, Rattle & Auction” on April 19. The total net event proceeds were $470,000 and will be targeted toward academics, technology, vocal and instrumental music, and the Teacher’s Salary Endowment Fund. A record crowd attended this year! Over 780 people attended the event held at the Sioux City Convention Center.  This year’s goal was set at $400,000.
  
       “I wish to thank all who made this year’s auction a success; our sponsors, those who donated items, the many volunteers, and those who attended. Our success depends on the involvement of the entire Siouxland community. The record crowd and participation at this year’s event is a positive reflection of the great work that is being done in our schools,” said Father Patrick Walsh, president of Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools.
  
       This year’s auction chairs were Brad and Jennifer (Collins) Clay. Their children attend Sacred Heart School and they are both Bishop Heelan graduates (’91 and ’92). Thanks to our wonderful chairs & all the volunteers for making this night a huge success!

• Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools Preschool -
  Kiddie Crusaders, for 2008-2009 school year! 
  This will be a loving and nurturing environment for your preschooler. We are accepting children who are four or five years old. This will be a full-time preschool M-F during school hours, 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.  The cost is $95 per week. Preference will be given to Immaculate Conception & Nativity parish families, along with families in our system up until June 1^st.  After June 1^st, openings will be on a first come basis.
  
  Please contact Mater Dei School-Immaculate Conception Center at 712-276-6216 today!
   

• The 2008 After Prom Party Chairpersons and Committee Chairs would like to thank everyone who helped make the After Prom Party a success!!  Thanks to all who gave of their time and talents and to those who donated money to make this a safe, fun and memorable night for our Juniors and Seniors!  We had great participation from the students - we had over 90% of our Juniors and Seniors at the party.  There was free food, games, prizes and a hypnotist  that made the night go quickly (for the students and the parents!).  Again, thank you so much for all those that made this night possible.
  Kathy Anderson & Lisa Ferguson co-chairs
   

• Attention all incoming Freshman - Seniors....
  TRYOUTS for HEELAN's Dance Team!!
  Monday, May 12th from 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  Heelan's CYO Building
  Wear clothes you can move in, have your hair back, & stretch!  Dance studio experience not necessary! Questions?  Please call Madison at 712-898-8465 or email her at med001@morninside.edu .
   

• Bishop Heelan High School - end of year activities/schedule:
  Monday, May 12th at 2:15 p.m. - Graduation practice at Long Lines Family Rec Center
  Tuesday, May 13th at 7:00 p.m. - Heelan Baccalaureate Mass at St. Michael's Church
  Sunday, May 18th at 2:00 p.m. - Heelan Graduation at Long Lines Family Rec Center
   

• In addition to the wonderful middle school band programs that are offered at all three grade schools, Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools has formed a partnership with the Leo Kucinski Academy of Music for the Beginning Strings Program. 
  Check out their website at http://webs.morningside.edu/kucinskiacademy/  
   

• BHCS is accepting registration for the '08-'09 school year.  Please contact the business office at 712-252-1350.  Remember ~ if you refer a new family to our schools, and they register, you will receive $500 off your tuition!
   

• KCAU Channel 9 is currently soliciting nominations for our My Favorite Teacher segments. If you are interested in nominating a teacher, nominations can be emailed to news@kcautv.com, submitted on their website, or even mailed to the station.  Their address is 625 Douglas Street, Sioux City, IA 51101.
   

• Please remember to support the Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools through the Spirit of Excellence Annual Appeal.  Please call 712-252-1350 for more information.  Your support is greatly appreciated!

      
     Heelan High School Physics Students participated in a contest between classes to see who could build the best bridge.  The Honor's Physics class was able to construct a bridge that held close to 110 lbs before breaking!

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Faith Notes

"God speaks in the silence of the heart."

-Mother Teresa