New faces at Holy Rosary School!

2012 Annual Newsletter
Holy Rosary Parish School Mission Statement
Holy Rosary Parish School Community is rooted in the Word
and energized with the Spirit of Jesus Christ.
We encourage our young people to live as Jesus taught in the Catholic tradition.
We strive to build Gospel values and promote academic excellence.
Holy Rosary School
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Fall 2012
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School News from
Mrs. Larson,
Teacher
It’s been another great year
so far at Holy Rosary School
with lots of excitement and
learning going on throughout the building. We
have been blessed with 124 students in grades
preschool – 8 th grade, and have welcomed 9 new
families to our school in grades K-8.
The first day of school this year was on
Tuesday, September 4 th . Students spent their
day getting to know their classmates, new
teacher, and the classroom expectations. The
middle school students spent the afternoon enjoying
a round of mini golf at Rockin’ Waters
Golf Course and made a stop at the Dairy
Queen on their way back to school.
One of our greatest and most treasured
events happened on Wednesday, September
26 th when we celebrated Grandparent’s Day
here at school. Prior to the event, invitations
were sent home with students to share with
their grandparents. Approximately 90 grandparents
and all of our students gathered in the
church for a short program filled with songs to
celebrate our grandparents. This was followed
by several activities in St. John’s Hall that allowed
students and grandparents to interact
and enjoy each other’s company. Some of the
stations included “FAITH” Bingo, photos with
grandparents, decorating and then eating your
own cupcake, making bookmarks, putting a
sugar cookie recipe mix in a bag, remembering
nursery rhymes and coloring. It was a wonderful
afternoon and fun for everyone!
On Friday, September 28 th , the middle
school took their annual fall charter bus trip to
the Renaissance Festival in Shakopee, MN.
Throughout the year, the group raises money
through their school store to help pay for the
trip. At the festival, students enjoyed many activities
such as: glass blowing, print making,
candle making, face painting, musical instruments,
pottery, and sculptures. Other educational
events and entertainment included: Renaissance
History, Live Action Jousting, Courtly
Dance Lessons, Juggling School, and Renaissance
games. It was a beautiful day and a good
time was had by all! After the trip, all of the
middle school students participated in a creative
writing contest, sponsored by the Renaissance
Festival, and wrote stories and poems
with the theme of The Knight Who Wouldn’t
Fight.
On Wednesday, October 3 rd , the middle
school participated in the annual Envirothon
held at the Prairie Wetlands Learning Center
in Fergus Falls. They entered three teams this
year, and one of those teams (Emma Clark,
Akyra Hagen, Clara Livermore, Katriana
Mehlhaff, & Anna Schumacher) took home the
3 rd place trophy! It was a tight competition
considering the top 3 places were within 4
points of one another. To celebrate the big
win, the whole middle school group stopped in
Pelican Rapids on the way home for a Dairy
Queen treat.
On Thursday, October 4 th , the Feast of
St. Francis was celebrated at Mass with a special
pet blessing. Many different pets, such
as: fish, dogs, cats, bunnies, hamsters, and
even a chicken, joined our students at Mass
that day. Many of the pets joined in with the
responses and singing the songs!
Fall brings the opportunity for an exciting
and fulfilling experience in 3 rd grade reading.
It was in October that they began their
monthly visits to our neighbor next door, Oak
Crossing (former St. Mary’s Nursing Home).
The 3 rd graders walk over with a specially chosen
book from our library that each child believes
will be fun and entertaining to read to a
new-found friend from the center. These visits
give the children a wonderful opportunity to
live Jesus’s desire for us to love our neighbors.
Fourth graders are also excited about
reading as the new school year starts and they
began using the Accelerated Reader program
in which they take their tests for comprehension
online. Matthew Tobkin had the high
score for reading and testing in both fiction
and non-fiction. He scored 36.1 points in October.
Matthew is now in the “25 Point Club”!
Congratulations Matthew!
Our middle schoolers have also been
busy in the classroom. Some of the science
activities they did this month included: studying
weather and climate and then acting as
meteorologists by collecting data about the
daily weather and presenting their results to
the class; studying matter and having fun using
dry ice to create ice bubbles; learning
about density and making Fizzy Fountains;
and on Halloween day, using pumpkins in
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math class to estimate weight, height, circumference,
and diameter. They also have been working
in FACS class to sew a pouch for their e-readers,
iPods, etc. and have been learning about using
debit and credit cards, balancing a checkbook,
and tipping. The month of October was concluded
by carving pumpkins for the altar at the
Pumpkin Liturgy and going to an educational
corn maze near Park Rapids. The theme for the
corn maze and the activities there were based on
our 1 st president, George Washington.
Finally, we would like to conclude by
thanking everyone who helped us top our goal for
the marathon by helping us raise $25,606 for Holy
Rosary School! Four of our students, Kobe
Braukmann, Katrianna Mehlhaff, Grace
Jaroszewski, and Madison Bowers, earned over
$1,000 and made the “$1,000 Club”. Thank you
everyone for your commitment and dedication to
our school – it is a true blessing!
A message from
Terri Paskey
The theme for Catholic
Schools Week 2013 is “Catholic
Schools Raise the Standards”.
The annual observance starts
the last Sunday in January and runs all week,
which in 2013 is January 27th through February
2nd. Schools typically celebrate Catholic
Schools Week with masses, open houses, and
activities for students, families, parishioners
and the community at large.
As parents, grandparents, alumni, parents
of alumni, and friends of Holy Rosary School,
we realize the importance of a strong academic
education immersed in our faith and values.
Holy Rosary School is dedicated to continuing
this service for our students.
Thank you for your
continued financial support
and prayers. These
make it possible for
many children to receive
an excellent education
as they walk with Jesus.
With much appreciation,
Terri Paskey,
Advancement Director
Veteran’s Day Program
On Friday, November 9 th , Holy Rosary School
hosted a Veterans Day Program to honor the
brave men and women, past and present, who
serve our country to preserve and protect the
freedoms and liberties of all Americans. Following
the Presentation of the Colors by the University
of North Dakota ROTC, students in grades
pre-school through eight listened intently as veterans
representing the Coast Guard, National
Guard, Army, Navy and Air Force, shared their
experiences and urged students to never forget
the sacrifices made by members of the United
States Military. One speaker, George Peters, a
former member of the Army’s elite Green Beret
Unit, is a multiple Purple Heart recipient. The
ROTC Cadets fielded questions from the students
about the ROTC Program. Finally, Holy
Rosary School gave special recognition to school
custodian, Larry Vange, a veteran of the US
Navy. Larry was presented with a picture of
the USS Saratoga, the Air Craft Carrier he
served on in 1977 and 1978. The picture was
signed by all of the students of Holy Rosary
School. The program was organized by Donna
Kennedy who devoted many hours of planning
and organizing to make the event a success.
(One more Veteran’s Day picture continued on
page 13)
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Another successful Marathon story!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 40th Annual Marathon on Sunday, October 7th.
Everyone’s commitment and dedication to our school is truly a blessing! A huge thank you to Lonni
and Adam Price, Marathon chairpersons, Catholic United Financial for their help at the intersections,
the four rest stop helpers, the search and rescue patrol, the luncheon helpers, and the school
board members who helped at the registration table. We beat last year’s total of $22,165. Together
we earned $25,906. We also surpassed our annual budget of $25,000. Kobe Braukmann
is our grand prize winner of $150, Katrianna Mehlhaff—2nd place winner of $100, and Grace
Jaroszewski—3rd place winner of $50. The fourth grade class won the Free Day and traveling trophy.
Madison Bowers earned over $1,000 and became a member of the $1,000 Club along with the
other 3 winners. Mrs. Lillian Maruska held another prayer-a-thon and brought in over $3,000 to
add to our marathon total. God bless you all for your generosity and support!
Thank You Loyal Marathon Sponsors!
POSCH FAMILY DENTISTRY, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, CREAMY CREATIONS,
PRECISION PRINTING, SPEAK EASY RESTAURANT, AL CLARK CONSTRUCTION,
FOLTZ TRUCKING, LAKESHIRTS, DON TIETZ CONSTRUCTION, FOLTZ BUILDINGS,
MIDWEST BANK, LAKES SPORT SHOP, and MIDWEST PRINTING.
Left to right: Madison Bowers, 4th grade;
Grace Jaroszewski, 4th grade; Katrianna Mehlhaff, 8th
grade; and Kobe Braukmann, 5th grade.
Left to right: Anna Schumacher, Cardinal Curly, Clara
Livermore, Natalie Steffl, Akyra Hagen and Katrianna
Mehlhaff, all 8th grade.
Mrs. Kapphahn’s 4th grade class winners.
Left to right in the front: Noah Steffl, Wade Singer,
Hunter Hagen and Sam Nelmark and other
Holy Rosary Marathoners.
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Middle School goes to the
Renaissance Festival on September 28th
Students awarded the
Percy and Winifred Stary
First row, left: Natalie Steffl, Emma Clark, Anna Schumacher, Akyra Hagen,
Clara Livermore, Katrianna Mehlhaff, Wade Singer, Matt Nelmark, Garrett
Becker. Middle Row: Hunter Hagen, Noah Steffl, Back row: Sam Nelmark,
Megan Noel, Sidney Lundberg and Sarah Kapphahn.
WHAT YOUR SUPPORT DOES FOR US!
ENDOWMENT GROWTH, DONATIONS &
FUND RAISING SCHOOL REVENUE
July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012
Current School Endowments: $ 13,225
Guardian Gifts: (Tuition Gifts) $ 3,776
Special Gifts: $ 10,379
School Memorials: $ 155
Scholarships: $ 100
This scholarship is awarded to students who
have completed the last three years (6-8 grade) at
Holy Rosary. Have completed at least one year of
college, and have met the 3.0 GPA guidelines.
$14,000 was awarded to six Holy Rosary graduates
this last summer!
Tess Jasken was awarded $3,000; she is currently
enrolled at the College of St. Scholastica,
Duluth, in Occupational Therapy.
Jessica Kempenich was awarded $1,000. She
is enrolled at Moorhead State University in
Education and Science.
Emily Lindquist was awarded $1,500 and is
enrolled at the College of St. Scholastica, Duluth
and is enrolled in Physiology.
Joseph Thompson was awarded $2,000 and is
enrolled at St. John’s University in Finance.
Kathryn Schumacher was awarded $3,500.
She is enrolled at the College of St. Scholastica
in Language and International Studies.
Jennifer Matter was awarded $3,000 and is
enrolled at Concordia in Health Care Management.
Thank you to the Percy and Winifred Stary family
for making this possible!
The deadline for the 2013 scholarship is June
1st. Application is available on the web at
www.holyrosarycc.org under HR School tab, and
then under the Alumni/Advancement tab.
PTO Fundraiser $ 8,000
Fundraising Revenue
Month of Money in December $ 6,380
Raffle Calendar $ 21,575
Spring Interlude $ 39,991
Marathon $ 22,600
Other Fundraising: $ 11,181
(Includes: READ Magazine Sales, WeCare Receipts, Box
Tops for Education, Our Family UPC codes, Target Credit
Card for Education, Recycling Program, Catholic United Financial,
Arvig Communication Kickback and Scrip Program.)
Grand Total Income $137,362
Expenses: $ 33,777
Net Income: $103,585
FARGO FORUM WINNER!
Anna Payne, a 2011-12 sixth grade student, won
Honorable Mention for her ad for Holy Rosary
School in a contest the Middle School entered
through the Fargo Forum.
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In Memory Of
May they rest in peace!
Vera Grones
November 1, 2011
Mary Tietgens-Hanson
December 4, 2011
Steven “Jim” Evans
January 6, 2012
David Molacek
January 14, 2012
James Walz
February 7, 2012
Delores Harmon
February 18, 2012
Rita Coalwell
February 21, 2012
Duane Earnest
March 1, 2012
John Muhlenkort
March 4, 2012
Ruth Thompson
March 6, 2012
Mary Ellen Myren
March 24, 2012
Eunice “Charlee”
Behlmer
April 8, 2012
Albin Scherping
April 11, 2012
Jay Moses
April 17, 2012
Jaxton Murtagh
April 30, 2012
Bernice Sauer
May 9, 2012
Margaret Reed
May 20, 2012
Joseph Nielson
May 20, 2012
Mary “Jackie” DeShaw
May 23, 2012
Charles “Bob” Porter
May 25, 2012
Jerome Mercil
June 13, 2012
Marilyn Peterson
June 14, 2012
Gerald Dixon
July 8, 2012
Michael Parker
July 25, 2012
Philomina ‘Minnie’ Metzger
July 31, 2012
Verna Watson
August 13, 2012
Florence Knott
August 11, 2012
Edwin Metelak
August 26, 2012
Robert Landry
August 30, 2012
Kenneth Utecht
September 3, 2012
Eleanor Bosch
September 12, 2012
Marie Solmon
October 2, 2012
During the month of November we remember in prayer those who have
been called home to God..
The Book of Remembrance will be near the Baptismal Font beginning on
November 2, The Commemoration of all the faithful departed (All Souls).
The names inscribed in the book will be remembered in our prayers all
month long.
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God has
ENDOWED us
with the Gifts
of Life and
Salvation.
One of the
ways we can
express our
gratitude is by
ENDOWING
the
future of our
Parish and
School!
W hat is a endowment? An endowment is a gift of cash, investment securities, life
insurance, real estate, personal property, charitable trusts, bequests (gifts by terms of a will),
or anything of value that can be sold and the proceeds reinvested. An endowment can memorialize
an individual or family or the giver can remain anonymous. Funds are conservatively
invested to generate current income. The principal amount is never spent and continually
provides annual income to support your charity. Think about Holy Rosary School for your
Middle School takes 3rd place a the Envirothon Competition in Fergus Falls.
Kindergarten Teacher
Retires
Mrs. Katherine Kath, kindergarten
teacher, retired after 29 years of
service in May of 2012.
We still see her smiling face almost
everyday, however, as she likes to
volunteer at school in the morning
room, driving students to programs,
or reading to the kindergarten class.
“You are always welcome here.
Many blessings to you Mrs. Kath!”
New faces at Holy Rosary School!
We welcome our new faculty and
staff to our school family!
Kimberly Goetsch, kindergarten
teacher, is from Watertown, SD. She
graduated from Moorhead State University.
She is happily settling into her
new home in Detroit Lakes and loving
her first year out of college. Kimberly
was interning at HRS and Rossman
Elementary last spring and fell in love
with Holy Rosary.
Nona Willet is our new part-time
technology teacher. She taught technology
for 18 years at M-State. She has
two daughters who attend Holy Rosary
School. Annika, is in 5th grade, and
Shaylee in 3rd grade. Nona is originally
from Park Rapids and has made Detroit
Lakes her home for several years.
B.J. Herdzina is our new cook. She
formally owned and operated the
Brewed Awakening Coffee Shop in
DL. She is married to Robert and has
two children, Bobbi and Joey. They
both attended Holy Rosary and graduated
from DLHS and are both finished
Kimberely Goetsch with the 2012 K-class.
B.J. Herdzina
Nona Willet
with college. Her daughter, Bobbi, is a
teacher and helps with HRS preschool
on Fridays and is also a substitute teacher
in the community.
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8 th Grade Opinions about Attending a Catholic School
Emma Clark:
Going to a Catholic school is a lot better than a public school, I think. One of the awesome aspects is less kids in a class
and more one-on-one time with the teachers. I’m also a lot closer to the kids in my class and in the younger grades because
of the small class sizes. I’m glad I’ve gone to a private school for my first 8 years of schooling. I have had a better
education because my teachers and school work challenge me. I love Catholic schools!
Clara Livermore:
Going to a small Catholic middle school is great because you get more attention when you have trouble with your work.
You also grow close not only with the other students, but also with the teachers.
Katriana Mehlhaff:
Being at Holy Rosary School since I was in Preschool has really taught me a lot about my faith and who I am. Being in a
private school with small classes and wonderful teachers, who are able to spend more one-on-one time with me, has taught
me many good lessons and increased my faith and beliefs. Being at Holy Rosary really prepares you for your future in
education and for life in general. I really love Holy Rosary and never wish to leave, but I know that I will have to soon.
Anna Schumacher:
Attending a Catholic middle school has been quite an experience. We have learned things that no public school could
teach: humility, hard work, self-control, and to love our neighbors. I am very glad to go to Holy Rosary!
Akyra Hagen:
My opinion on Catholic schools is that they are great! I love that my parents sent me to Holy Rosary! Because of our
small class sizes, I am able to have more one-on-one time with the teachers. I also love all the fun field trips we get to take
at the middle school here. I will truly miss going to Holy Rosary and will take with me all the life lessons that I have
learned.
Sam Nelmark:
What I like about going to Holy Rosary is the free days we earn from fundraising and the field trips we take in the middle
school. I think it’s really cool that the teachers take out that much time for things like that. I also like the one-to-one time
we get with the teachers and how they all know our names and care about us.
Natalie Steffl:
I think Holy Rosary is a good Catholic school to go to. I enjoy seeing my friends, teachers, and other students each day
that I go to school. I’m glad that I have Religion as a subject, Mass every Wednesday, have Morning Prayer every day,
and have the opportunity to learn about God and Jesus. I’m glad and proud to be a student at Holy Rosary!
Class of 2013! Back row, left to right: Natalie Steffl,
Katrianna Mehlhaff, Emma Clark, Anna Schumacher,
Sam Nelmark. Front row: Clara Livermore and Akyra
Hagen.
Left to right: Natalie Steffl, Katrianna Mehlhaff, Akyra Hagen, Bobbi
Jo Schouviller, Clara Livermore, Marcus Jasken, Jesse Livermore
and Emma Clark.
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New school and church sign on
Washington Avenue
Have you seen it? We finally have our new
sign! On September 11th, our new electronic
sign was installed on top of a beautiful brick
structure, which was donated by Winter Masonry.
It is located in front of the school on
Washington Avenue.
Almost three years ago, the school advisory
council came to a consensus that we could
utilize a sign to help market our school and to
help make the community aware of our presence.
Plus, it let’s everyone know of events or
changes which take place at the school and
parish.
With the help of the Knights of Columbus,
Spring Interlude, and PTO, we were able to
raise the needed funds, which totaled over
$26,000. We also received generous donations
from David and Gina Steffl, Frank and Barb
Foltz, the late Jim Walz, alumni, Margaret
Hemauer, Juanita Carlisle, and others.
This structure will be a life-long school/
parish landmark and we thank and bless everyone
who has made it a reality!
Visit us on the web
www.holyrosarycc.org
Holy Rosary School
A Ground Water
Guardian
Community
Holy Rosary School has been designated
a Ground Water Guardian
Community by the Ground Water
Guardian Foundation. This title has been awarded due
to the successful participation in the Water Festival.
For over twelve years the 4th grade students have
teamed up with professional mentors from the community
to research specific topics concerned with the protection
of ground water and the environment. The students
become the teachers by presenting their research
to classmates, parents, and the public. The goal is to
instill in each student a lifelong awareness and concern
for protecting our environment, particularly the ground
water. Presentation is always held in May at HRS.
Students mock vote on Election Day!
Top picture left to right: Mike Connell,
principal, Lynn Wolf, 5th grade teacher,
Kobe Braukmann, Freddy Robin, Katie
Steff, and Maci Bellefeuille.
Left picture: Jacob Bergstrom. Bottom
picture: Mike Connell and Lynn Wolf.
November 6th, students in 1st
through 8th grade were able
to place their mock vote for
President of the United States
just like at the voting polls.
Mike Connell and teachers
discussed the various points
of views the presidential candidates
had the week before.
The Holy Rosary student
votes came in with Romney
winning at 57 votes and
Obama with 16.
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A Message From Carol Foltz, former Holy Rosary Teacher
My name is Carol Foltz and I am a member of the Holy Rosary School Board and the Public Relations
Committee. Holy Rosary School used to be my home away from home for nineteen years
while I taught here. This is my second year of retirement. My children attended Holy Rosary and
now my grandchildren are here. Having spent so much time here, I know first hand what a gift our
school is to this community.
I would like to say how much I believe in the impact that Holy Rosary has on the formation of its
students. Many times I have witnessed the transformation of students into confident, well-rounded individuals. Holy
Rosary is a package, if you will, from Preschool thru grade 8, each year building on the next with the teachers working
together to help each child reach their full potential. As they graduate 8th grade they are fully prepared for high school.
The stats continue to show the academic success and involvement in activities and leadership roles our former students
take on. Part of the mission of the church is that of Catholic education. The Lord sacrificed everything for his people.
Might we sacrifice something for our children to give them a great start to their lives in faith and education? They are
the future, our best investment, why not give them a piece of the rock?
Family is the first school of life and Holy Rosary school is here to help with spiritual parenting. I leave you with these
words from scripture on hard work and diligence from Corinthians 3:10-11:
“But each one should be careful how he builds. For no one can lay a foundation other than the one already laid,
which is Jesus Christ”.
Don’t just send your kids to school, send them to Holy Rosary Catholic School, where faith & education meet. Thank
you and God Bless...
Emily Lill takes 1st Place!
Last spring, 2 nd grade students participated in a literacy
partnership with The Forum’s Newspapers in Education
program called “Creations”. We entered the
“Editorial Cartoon” contest with students from
around the Fargo Forum coverage area. Emily Lill
was the 1 st place winner! Emily is the daughter of
alumnus, Jessica Lill. She received a cash prize and
a ribbon at an awards banquet held in Fargo and had
her cartoon published in the Creations supplement to
the Fargo Forum on April 19 th . Well done, Emily!
HOLY ROSARY
MIDDLE
SCHOOL ZOO
Last spring,
students enjoyed
going up to the Holy
Rosary School
Middle School to see
and handle their zoo
animals!
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Congratulations to the Holy Rosary 8th Grade Class of 2012
Matthew
Averbeck
Anthony
Boehm
Brandi
Braukmann
Stella
Foltz
Ethan
McCullough
Matthew
Schouviller
Lance
Singer
Congratulations Holy Rosary Alumni - High School Graduates of 2012
Another class has left
the nest….
The Class of 2012
We take great pride in announcing
these graduates and believe that each
one of them holds unlimited potential and
an incredible future ahead,
as they are young men and woman
centered on the core areas of prayer,
respect, compassion, and faith.
May God’s blessings be with each of you.
Stefan Boehm*, Brian Clark*,
Ashley Friesen, Nathan Friesen,
Samantha Grones, Joey Hager*,
Taylor Jasken*, Cody Jordan,
Travis King*, Joseph McGrath*,
Mariah Neuhauser, Kendra Posch,
Nicole Schouviller* and Kyle Singer*
* graduates of HRS 8th grade
Save the date for the annual Christmas Program on December 12th at 1 p.m.
“Christmas Step by Step” performed by Preschool and Kindergarten
“Christmas on Gloria Street” performed by First - Eighth Grade
The 2011 Christmas Program Cast of, “ Christmas Special Delivery”.
Picture taken compliments of Craig Caulfield, Caulfield’s Studio.
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$ MONTH OF MONEY IN DECEMBER $
Only 600 tickets sold! Win Cash!
First Day of Month…….……..…...$500
Last Day of Month ………….…….$500
15th of Month……………..….….…$225
Fridays of Month………….……......$50
All Other Days ………….…………...$25
$2,000 CASH GIVEN AWAY ONLY
IN DECEMBER! Just in time for Christmas!
Only $20 a ticket. Drawing is November 30, 2012, at 3 p.m. at Holy Rosary
1043 Lake Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-5306
Must be 18 years or older to win. Need not be present to win. Permit No. X-99001-12
We want to make you a winner! Must purchase before November 30th.
Holy Rosary Catholic School
Raffle Calendar
June 1 through December 31, 2013
$25 a ticket/Calendar
7 months of cash given away!
Last Day of Month ……………….$500
15th of Month……………….…….$250
Fridays of Month…………………. $75
You can win more than once!
Entire drawing is June 1, 2013, at 10 a.m. at Holy Rosary.
1043 Lake Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-5306
Must be 18 years or older to win. Need not to be present to win.
Daily winners will be announced beginning June 1, 2013 until December 31, 2013.
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Kids Against Hunger:
For the second year, Holy Rosary
School organized, packaged and
financed our Kids Against Hunger
effort. Children and youth
from the parish and school packaged
over 15,100 meals. Children,
families and parishioners
raised $1,686.
These meals go to over 32 different
countries.
Well done everyone!
Picture Day with Pope Benedict?
Last year, students had fun posing with Pope
Benedict, a cardboard picture, compliments of
Catholic United Financial.
Upper Left: Mrs. Averbeck and 1st grade.
Above: Mrs. Kath and Kindergarten.
Lower Left: continued from page 3. Mr. Connell
gifting Mr. Vange, custodian, the print of the ship
that Mr. Vange served on in the Navy.
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PROUD OF OUR STUDENTS!
Four students participated in
Regional Honor Band last spring.
Fund Raiser for iPads!
In an effort to expand technology opportunities for
the students of Holy Rosary School, we partnered with
Dr. Jeffrey Harvey, DDS, to raise funds for iPads for
our school. Early research in the use of this cutting edge
technology in the classroom indicates students are more
actively engaged in the curriculum.
Dr. Harvey made available three orthodontic treatments
(braces) to be bid on through a silent auction. The
opening (minimum) bid was $4,000. Each treatment is
valued from $6-8,000. Upon the closing of the auction
and the purchase of the treatments by the winning bidders,
Dr. Harvey will donate the amount of the bids to
Holy Rosary School to purchase iPads. Three treatments
will generate enough funds to purchase 33 iPads.
Three lucky Holy Rosary families won/bought the
treatments with their lucky bidding which totaled $12,
300. When payments are received, Holy Rosary will
soon relish the reward of our new iPads!
THANK YOU
Drs. Jeffrey Harvey & Ames
for your generosity and dedication to our school!
Keep in touch! Contact me—I am here to help!
Terri Paskey, Advancement Director
218-847-5306 tpaskey@holyrosarycc.org
Left to right: Katriana Mehlhaff, Natalie Steffl, Clara Livermore,
and Anna Schumacher.
Above, Marilyn Windschitl, a Holy Rosary
Parent Alum, donated a book titled Wackiest
White House Pets, which was written by Gibbs
Davis and illustrated by David A. Johnson. She
was at the school on May 1st to read the book to
the 3rd grade class. Thank you Mrs. Windschitl!
Visit us on
the web
www.holyrosarycc.org
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“Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”
The 11th Annual Spring Interlude,
“Oh, the Places You’ll Go”,
which benefits the Music and Art
Programs was a great success! The
Holiday Inn was bursting with the
energy of over 220 guests. The
event was festive with the professional
décor by Robert Kramer,
brother of former teacher, Kathy
Kath. The evening featured “dinner
from around the world”. The delicious
food from Mexico, France,
Asia, Sweden and Italy was displayed
under decorative tents representing
each country.
Cindy Johnson was the winner of the $1,000 travel
certificate from Travel Travel. Monica Arens won the
vacation to Cabo Villas, Cab San Lucas, Mexico, donated
by Jed and Amy Erickson. Nona Willet won the John
Deere Riding Lawn Mower, which was donated from
Richard Steffl.
Thank you to all of our sponsors. The “Gold” sponsors
were Knuttila Financial Services and Foltz Trucking.
The “Star” sponsors were Arvig, BTD Manufacturing,
Foltz Buildings, Lakeshirts, Morrison Eye Care, Nereson
Automotive, Midwest Printing, Midwest Bank and Lakes
Sport Shop. Also, thank you to the businesses in our
community who donated cash or gifts!
Every year Cathy Larson, art teacher, and her students,
hand craft something special to go along with our
theme. This year they painted platters representing countries,
with the Lord’s Prayer in that language. The platters
were sold on the live and silent auctions. MacKenzie
Braukmann, former student, was the chosen artist for this
year’s theme.
Save the date for the next Spring Interlude on
Friday, April 19, 2013. “COME TO THE BALL”
2011-12 Sixth grade art project for silent auction.
2011-12 Seventh grade art project for silent auction.
2011-12 Fifth grade art project for silent auction. Left picture:
Third grade art project.
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Holy Rosary Catholic School
“Where Faith & Education Meet”
1043 Lake Avenue
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
NON-PROFIT
U.S. POSTAGE
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Detroit Lakes MN
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www.holyrosarycc.org
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