Mothers' Club Gift Wrap Sale Extended

The Mothers' Club gift wrap fundraiser - offered through Innisbrook - has been extended through September 14. Sales thus far need an extra boost in order to make the fundraiser a success, and the Mothers' Club is asking for everyone's support!

As always, proceeds will help fund student-centered initiatives throughout the school year, including the purchase of Field Day t-shirts. All money raised goes directly back to the Academy.

To place the orders that you collect, go to www.innisbrook.com and select "EZ" to begin. Visitation Academy's school code is 102323.

Any families who are unable to enter their information online can send their order and money to school with their child. Checks should be made payable to Visitation Academy, and there is no sales tax. 

All participants in the annual fundraiser will win prizes. Those who use the "EZ Tally" method will have a chance to win an iPad, an iTouch or a Wii. Every student will receive a "smencil" for every five items sold, and Upper School students will earn a $10 iTunes gift card for every 10 items sold.

Individuals with questions should contact Jessica Barbieri (314-740-4401 or pdi6@charter.net) or Chris Kaemmerer (314-517-7302 or cmkaem@charter.net).

Remember: the sale has been extended through Tuesday, September 14!

Published: September 7, 2010

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Faculty and Staff Honored for Years of Service

On Friday, September 3, nineteen Visitation employees were honored for their years of service to the Academy. The recognition ceremony took place following the Mass of the Holy Spirit - Visitation's first all-school Mass of the 2010-2011 school year.

The honorees and their current positions are:

5 Years of Service

• Ann Cleeland, Upper School Administrative Assistant and Receptionist
• Heather Essig, Upper School Science
• Janet Goddard, Upper School English
• Rosalie Henry, Head of School
• Diane Hill, Advancement Office Database Manager
• Jessica King, Upper School Spanish
• Kate Reddy, Upper School Guidance and Counseling
• Paul Stoecklin, Athletics

10 Years of Service

• Linda Eccleston, Upper School Theology
• Marianne Holthaus, Lower School Science
• Michael Mohan, Upper School Theology
• Lois Poepsel, School Nurse
• Greg Schweizer, Upper School Music
• Debbie Sitek, Lower School Physical Education
• Trish Walther, Lower School Art and Counseling

15 Years of Service

• Karen Dreyer, Annual Fund Coordinator

20 Years of Service

• Patricia McLaughlin, Upper School Theology
• Susan Scarpinato, Upper School Social Studies
• Rebecca Younker, Upper School Computer Science

30 Years of Service

• Pat Kearney, Lower School Montessori

The Academy is grateful to each of these individuals for their dedication and thanks them for their years of faithful service to the Visitation community. 

Published: September 7, 2010

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Experience the "Magic" of Viz

Current and prospective Lower School students and parents are invited to attend Viz Night at the Magic House on Sunday, September 26 from 6-8 p.m.

The event allows prospective families to meet with faculty and mingle with other members of the Viz community while enjoying one of St. Louis' most popular attractions for free.

In addition to providing a fun way for future families to learn more about the Academy, Viz Night at the Magic House also gives current students and their parents with the opportunity to socialize and explore the Magic House together.

The Lower School at Visitation Academy offers a coed Montessori early childhood program in Grades Toddler-Kindergarten and all-girls enrollment in Grades 1-6. Other chances to learn more about the Academy also are offered throughout the year.

The Magic House is located at 516 Kirkwood Rd., St. Louis, MO 63122.

Published: September 7, 2010

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Crescent Dinner Welcomes New Families

On Tuesday, August 31, more than 300 members of the Visitation community gathered for the Academy's annual Crescent Dinner - a Viz tradition designed to welcome all students and families who are new to the Upper School.

The Upper School opened its doors to more than 100 new students this fall, including those 7th graders who were enrolled in Visitation's Lower School last year.

After enjoying a dinner with parents, faculty, staff, administrators and the Sisters, the new Upper School students attended a Crescent Ceremony in Visitation's chapel. Each student received a blessed Bible and a small crescent to commemorate the start of their journey through Visitation's Upper School.

A larger crescent eventually is bestowed on each Visitation Academy graduate as a sign of hope for her future. Every alumna goes on to receive a silver crescent at her 25-year reunion and a golden full moon at her 50-year reunion - both of which signify her continued growth in wisdom, grace, maturity, and Salesian spirituality. 

Last week, parents of students in Grades 7-12 had an opportunity to visit with their daughters' teachers at Upper School Back to School Night. The Academy will continue to welcome parents back to campus with a Lower School Back to School Night this evening (September 2) at 7 p.m.

Published: September 7, 2010

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Attend the Fathers' Club Steak Night

Visitation Academy fathers are invited to attend the Fathers' Club annual Steak Night on Thursday, September 16 at 5:30 p.m. in the Upper School Cafeteria.

The event is offered free of charge and includes a steak (fathers can grill their own), salad, baked potato, corn on the cob and ice-cold beverages.

You will also have the opportunity to:

• hear a talk from a former Cardinals pitcher, as well as current broadcaster Ricky Horton
• meet other dads in your child(ren)'s class
• Sign up for Fathers' Club volunteer opportunities, including the Carnival Grill Team, Carnival Crossing Guards, Trivia Night, Safari raffle ticket sales, and Field Day Grill Team

Please e-mail Karen Dryer at kdreyer@visitationacademy.org with your name, e-mail address and child(ren's) grade(s) if you plan to attend.

Published: September 7, 2010

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