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Ursuline Academy hosted the annual fundraising gala, La Fete 281 on Nov.  7, in the Academy’s interior courtyard. La Fete 281 was themed ‘New Orleans & Ursuline – A Recipe for Success!’ Tables set in periwinkle and the sound of Shannon del Corral and the Rob Molinelli Trio set the tone for a relaxing atmosphere of mingling for Champagne Patron Party guests. Cool, crisp weather added in the overall pleasure of the glowing outdoor affair. At 8 p.m., when the Gala began, so did music by Louisiana Spice. The upbeat dancing music kept the crowd moving to a diverse selection of cover songs. Party goers wined and dined courtesy of local restaurants and drinking establishments including Acme Oyster House, Antoine’s, Café Rani, Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse and Tony Mandina’s to name a few. With a wide variety of silent and live auctions, guests had plenty of opportunities to take home some fabulous items all for a wonderful cause.

On behalf of everyone at Ursu-online, we would like to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving and a wonderful start to the Christmas season. Thank you for your continued support of our web site and for helping us to become one of the best high school web sites in the metro area. Remember, if you keep reading, we will keep posting.

God Bless
Ursu-online Staff

Lions Can’t Find Groove for First 3 Periods; McCarthy ‘10 Can’t Pull Off Miracle Comeback Read the rest of this entry »

RETURN INFO:

Students Return on Saturday.
Wake-up call is 5:15am
Students will leave hotel at 6:00am
Arrive at airport by 7:00am
Board Southwest airlines at 9:30am (Arlington time)
return to New Orleans 11:05am (New Orleans time)
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We have received word that freshman Katie Stahel ‘12 has captured her first state title as a high school swimmer. Stahel ‘12 did not only capture “a” state title, the dominating Stahel ‘12 has brought two (2) state titles home to State St. Way to go, Katie. We are proud of you!!!!!

Stahel ‘12 is officially the Division III State Champion in:
200y Freestyle
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Alumnae reunited on Sunday, Nov. 9 for Homecoming. Mass in the Shrine, celebrated by Archbishop Philip M. Hannan began the special day. The catching up continued after Mass with a jazz brunch in the courtyard with music by Abiea. 2008 Distinguished Alumna Martha ‘Betty’ Donaldson Jaraba ‘67 was honored, as well as the jubilee classes of college and academy of 1948 and academy classes of 1938, 1958 and 1983. Also honored were the anniversary classes of college and academy of 1943 and 1953 and academy classes of 1963, 1968, 1973, 1978, 1988, 1993, 1998 and 2003.  Judging by all the smiles and laughter, it was good to be home.

2008 Holiday Reminders

Dec. 10  Christmas in the Oaks

Dec. 11 - 12          Christmas Boutique-St. Ursula’s Hall

Dec. 12               QP Christmas Production
6:59 p.m. The Auditorium

Dec. 14                Christmas Concert (HS)
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Late Monday night, the students on the Close-Up trip wanted to take a moment and show their appreciation to their parents for making this week-long experience possible. Some of the students took time to thank their parents by issuing the following statements. Some students were almost in violation of “mandatory room check”. Therefore, they will write their comments tomorrow. So expect a few more statements tomorrow (Thank You Part 2) Read the rest of this entry »

A Holiday Girls Camp will run Monday, Nov. 24 through Wednesday, Nov. 26 from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. and before and aftercare is available. The camp, which is $150 for all three days, is held on Ursuline’s campus and is open to girls in Pre-K to fifth grade.

Students will enjoy many different creative activities including cooking, art, dance and music. A special Christmas Tea will also be held.

Please contact Mary Redmann Duran at 713.562.8827 for more information.

11/17/08 Update from Kim Shankle, Principal

After visiting classrooms last week, I was reminded of how special our children and teachers are. The wonder, curiosity, humor and unchecked honesty of children are so refreshing that one cannot help but be uplifted.

I watched and sometimes participated as the two-year-olds made orange cranberry bread; the three year olds prayed, said the pledge, sang songs, practiced handwriting and painted; the kindergarteners read, wrote in their journals, counted with cubes and created snazzy turkeys; the Pre-K students worked at computers, played housekeeping and shopped at the math center with coins. I asked a lot of questions of the little ones, and they were able to answer each one with enthusiasm, complete honesty, and surprising accuracy with astounding patience for Ms. Shankle’s ignorance. One of them even asked me if I had passed Pre-K!

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