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Knight Letter
May ‘15 Edition
O†Gorman High School
3201 S Kiwanis Ave
Sioux Falls SD 57105
A Message from the Principal:
Dear O’Gorman Parents & Students:
As we move into the last two weeks of our school year, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the faculty and staff
for their hard work, dedication, and continued efforts in making O’Gorman one of the top high schools in the region. We
truly appreciate the assistance and support from our parents and students. The students success in the areas of performing
arts, athletics and academic achievements made for an exciting school year! We continue to work on developing our
educational offerings, and researching new ideas for students at O’Gorman that will enhance their overall educational
experience in future years. Again, a HUGE thank-you goes out to all of our O’Gorman parents and guardians for your
support and assistance, and for allowing us to educate your child throughout the 2014-2015 school year! With your
continued support, we will continue to develop an exceptional Catholic school experience for our families.
CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS!
We are so proud of our seniors who have reached another important milestone in their lives. It gives us great joy to see
them grow and mature in their lives and in their faith. We will share the following with our seniors at graduation practice:
“We want to encourage each of you to follow your hearts. Remember to work hard and treat everyone the way that you
would like to be treated. Listen and respect those you come in contact with as you will never know what you may learn or
how you may impact another person’s life. Regarding your goals, strive towards them and make them happen as we know
you can do it! You are special and important. God loves you and if you ask, He will lead and direct your life. We pray
for God’s continued blessing as you begin new chapters in your lives. Thank you for your leadership and
congratulations!!”
END OF YEAR & SEMESTER FINALS:
During the month of May, students will begin taking Advanced Placement (AP) exams and preparing for semester finals,
Senior Awards Mass, and graduation. We are asking all students to take care of any outstanding accounts/book fines,
detentions, and any other items, which may be turned in by a teacher, coach, and/or activity moderator. Students will need
to be cleared by all involved prior to taking any semester finals. We ask that parents communicate to their child the
importance of taking care of their responsibilities. The end of the year schedule for seniors and underclassmen is found in
the Knight Letter.
SUMMER SCHOOL & DRIVER EDUCATION:
Summer school begins on Monday, June 1st and will conclude on Friday, June 26th. The sessions will run from 8 a.m. until
noon daily. Each class session constitutes one week of regular class. Missing one day of class is extremely difficult to
make up, and a student who has more than two absences (excused or unexcused) will be removed from summer
school. Driver Education (classroom portion) will run Monday, May 18th through Friday, May 22nd. The classroom
sessions will run from 7:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The classroom portion must account for 30 hours of instruction. As stated
above, attendance is critical and required for students participating in the driver education classroom instruction.
As we end another great school year, I would like to dedicate this quote to our seniors and their parents.
“I hope your dreams take you to the corners of your smiles, to the highest of your hopes,
to the windows of your opportunities, and to the most special places your heart has ever known.”
Anonymous
Yours in Christ,
Kyle L. Groos
Principal
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Dates ..................................................................................................................... 2
Parent Information / Notable Knights ................................................................................... 3 - 5
Campus Ministry ................................................................................................................... 6
Counseling Department ......................................................................................................... 7 - 8
ACT Prep .............................................................................................................................. 9
Senior All-Knighter Information........................................................................................... 10
Important May Dates & Graduation Information ................................................................. 11 - 12
Library / SFCS News ............................................................................................................ 13 - 14
Semester Test Care Package…………………………………………………………………15
IMPORTANT DATES
Friday, May 1 ............................................................. .No Classes – OG Track Invite (Teacher Work Day)
Monday - Friday, May 4 - 8 ........................................................................................ Staff Appreciation Week
Tuesday - Thursday, May 12 - 14 ................................................................ Final Tests (adjusted schedules)
Wednesday, May 13 ........................................................ Mandatory Senior Meeting & Grad Practice (9 a.m.)
Thursday, May 14 ............................................................................... Senior Awards Mass – 8:15 a.m. (Gym)
Friday, May 15 ...........................................................................................Summer Break Begins (No Classes)
Sunday, May 17 .............................................................................. Graduation Mass 6 p.m. (Elmen Center)
Monday, May 18 ....................................................... Driver’s Ed Classroom Begins (7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
Monday, May 25 .................................................................... School Offices Closed (Memorial Day Holiday)
Monday, June 1 .......................................................................................................... Summer School Begins
Semester Test Care Packages
Send a treats and a personal note of encouragement to your
student just before final testing. The cost is only $5 and
helps support the staff scholarship tuition assistance
fund. Orders are due May 4th. See the order form at the end
of this newsletter for full details.
Consider buying an extra package for someone who might
not otherwise receive one… We’re hoping that 100% of
the students will receive a care package.
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Essential Phone Numbers
Attendance: 575-3310 (Tracy Petersen)
Counseling Dept: 575-3320 (Sue Knight)
Lunch Accounts: 575-3356 (Carrie Keuser)
Activities / Rentals: 575-3300 (Aaron Strand)
Knight Locker: 575-3391
Tuition Accounts: 575-3367 (Jessica Aning)
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Parent Information
Still Time for Financial Aid
Sioux Falls Catholic Schools offers a variety of financial aid options. If you are concerned about your ability to pay
tuition, please consider applying for an SFCS Grant with funding available for students in grades Kindergarten thru 12.
Although the April 15th deadline to apply for the 2015-2016 School year has now passed, if you are experiencing a
financial difficulty and were unable to apply before the deadline, please contact Jenni Struck. Sioux Falls Catholic
Schools is committed to assisting our school families who have a financial need, and will make every effort to assist
while funds are available
NOTE: Awards are subject to funds available. In an effort to affect as many applicants as possible, awards aren’t given
for every grant and/or source applied for, but rather consideration is given as a complete award package.
For questions and/or assistance with the financial aid application process, please contact: Jenni Struck at (605)575-3358
or jstruck@sfcss.org.
HOSA State Convention Results
Recognition Events:
Outstanding HOSA Chapter- O’Gorman-Greater Sioux Falls HOSA- Cece Gronemeyer
Outstanding Local Chapter Advisors- Caitlin Williamson and Carol Vaca
Healthcare Issues Exam: Silver Medal- Matthew Moe
Barbara James Service Award- Hannah Vaca and Jake Vaca
SD HOSA Scholarships:
Future Health Professionals Scholarship Award Sponsored by Avera- Hannah Vaca
SD HOSA State Officer:
Social Media/Historian- Anjum Shaik
Competitive Events: NQ= National Qualifier
CPR/First Aid: Silver Medal- Ayum Kuol and Greg Schumacher *NQ
Bronze Medal- Sadie Facile and Matthew Moe *NQ
Sports Medicine: Silver Medal- Jake Vaca *NQ
Bronze Medal- Hannah Vaca *NQ
Dental Science: Gold Medal- Hannah Christian *NQ
Dental Terminology: Bronze Medal- Hannah Christian *NQ
Human Growth and Development Knowledge Test: Gold Medal- Cecilia Kane *NQ
Bronze Medal- Nicole Gerdes *NQ
Medical Spelling: Bronze Medal- Carter Schulz *NQ
Medical Law and Ethics Knowledge Test: Gold Medal- Brian Kuyper *NQ
Nutrition Knowledge Test: Gold Medal- Emily Runge *NQ
Bronze Medal- Christiana Salter *NQ
Pharmacology Knowledge Test: Gold Medal- Phillip Petrasko *NQ
Transcultural Healthcare Knowledge Test: Gold Medal- Rachael Fanciullo *NQ
Silver Medal- Taisya Gowlovech *NQ
Biomedical Debate: Gold Medal Team- Anjum Shaik, Phillip Petrasko and Andrew Mohama *NQ
Community Awareness: Silver Medal Team- Katie Benz and Hannah Vaca *NQ
Creative Problem Solving: Silver Medal Team- Melissa Sierra, Carter Schulz, Cole Edwards and Sam Derner *NQ
Medical Innovations (Pilot Event): Gold Medal Team- Matthew Moe, Phillip Petrasko, Daniel Sathyanesan and
Andrew Mohama *NQ
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Notable Knights
Congratulations to the winners of the 2015 South Dakota Forensics Coaches Senior Awards. Only four students in each
category are honored, so this is equivalent to being selected to an All-State team in a sports activity. Jonah Dally - D. C.
Ruetter Award for Policy Debate; Brett Duffek - Karl E. Mundt Award for Lincoln-Douglas Debate; Andrew Mohama Karl E. Mundt Award for Lincoln-Douglas Debate; Liesel Julsrud - Donus D. Roberts Award for Public Forum Debate;
& Christian Heisler - Harold Jordan Award for Individual Events
Congratulations to Olivia Roers and Nathaniel Pekas who were selected to the 2015 South Dakota All-State Jazz
Band. They will perform in concert on Saturday, May 9th in Rapid City.
Congratulations to the following students who were selected for the 7th Annual Academic Achievement Awards.
These students achieved the greatest increase in their GPA for the period covering the fall semester of ’13 through the fall
of ’14. They were recognized at the all school Mass on April 1 and each received a certificate of achievement and a medal.
Sophomores: Abuk Jiel, Noah Erickson, Jade Hagen, Olivia Surrell, Isaac Dardis, Mary Rogers, Nyanwell
Arop & Madeline Skillman. Juniors: Logan Berthelsen, Gunnar Sommervold, Maddie Cole & Jack Peery.
Seniors: Derek Domangue, Emilie Kennedy, Samuel Maxwell & Justin Pabst
Congratulations to Jillian Gauer, JP Costello & Cassie Schoenhard, the 3 sophomores who were invited to attend the
15th annual Governor’s Leadership Luncheon on Saturday, May 16, 2015 on the USD campus. The luncheon recognizes
future leaders.
Congratulations to the YMCA 11-12th Grade Rec League Boys Basketball Tournament Champs who went
undefeated in the 28 team league. Team members: Josh Doherty, Mitch Jarding, Mason Koch, Will Michels, Reece
Mimmack, Dominic Rausch and Luke Rysavy, & Team Manager: Brian Kuyper
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Campus Ministry
OG Retreat Day – April 23
Senior Class Retreat
The seniors traveled to St. George Parish in Hartford, SD to encounter Jesus. They were presented with
2000 year old artifacts and a life-size replica of the Shroud of Turin as ways to help them encounter the
gospel stories in a concrete way.
Junior Class Retreat
The juniors met at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. The men retreated at the Cathedral school, and the
women spent the day in the Cathedral Parish Hall. The day focused on the distinct ways men and women
are called to share God’s love in the world. A good day was had by all, and the Holy Spirit was very much
at work in those present.
Sophomore Class Retreat
On the same day, our sophomore students were sent out to the Catholic schools and parishes in Sioux
Falls. The day focused on Christian service and was a fruitful day for all involved.
Freshman Class Retreat
Freshmen worked within the halls of OGHS to discover the intricacies of their relationship with God,
themselves and others. An emphasis was made on the role that choice plays in their lives.
O†Gorman faculty and staff also participated in the retreat day in varying forms, from retreat leaders to
small group leaders and support staff. This day could not happen without their support. Thank you to all!
Do you want to stay involved over the summer?
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Join your local parish’s youth group
Sign up for SEARCH (May 29-31) http://www.sfcatholic.org/youth/movements/
Sign up for D-Camp (June 15-18 & 29-July 2) http://www.diocese-of-sioux-falls.org/Youth/
Sign up for JP II camps or go on a nun run: www.sfvocations.org
Visit the OG Service Page for opportunities throughout the summer!
http://ogorman.sfcss.org/faith-service/christian-service-opportunities
Call the diocesan office for more information at 605-988-3763 and visit www.sfcatholic.org/youth. These
have been positive life-changing events for many teens.
We have been blessed with a great year in Campus Ministry at O†Gorman. Thank you for your prayers,
support, and enthusiasm over this past year. I look forward to 2015-2016. It is my great joy to continue
developing our program to provide ever greater opportunities for your children to experience Jesus Christ in
an impactful way. May God bless you this summer! - Jonathan Konz, Campus Minister
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Jon Konz at 575-3347 or jkonz@sfcss.org
“Let
you doand
be done
in love.”
~ 1 Cor.Theatre
16: 14
Dr.allTom
Penny
Lorang
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SENIOR AWARDS MASS: Thursday, May 14th @ 8:15 am. Seniors who have received scholarships should
inform the counseling office by completing the Senior Survey which will be given to them in May.
CONGRATULATIONS: Mrs. Kelly Jones on receiving the Mary W. Lark Humanitarian Award at the 2015
SDCA Conference!
FUTURE PLANS SURVEY: Another survey we ask the seniors to complete is the Future Plans Survey. We will
send final transcripts to the school indicated on this form.
ALUMNI SURVEY: Seniors who represent the last child in their family to graduate from O’Gorman will be asked
to complete an Alumni Survey updating family data.
SUMMER SCHOOL: The cost is $240. Session runs from Monday, June 1st through Friday, June 26th from 8:00
a.m. until noon. Registration forms can be found in the counseling office, on the SFCS website, or on your Infinite
Campus home screen. Speech and World History have openings at this time.
DRIVER EDUCATION: The cost is $325. The classroom portion runs from Monday, May 18th through Friday,
May 22nd from 7:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Registration forms can be found in the counseling office, on the SFCS
website, or on your Infinite Campus home screen. There are currently 4 openings for Driver Education.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER: Any student wanting to compete at the Division I or Division II level in college
athletics must be cleared academically. The requirements include registering online, having transcripts mailed, and
ACT scores sent directly from ACT to the Eligibility Center. Seniors are encouraged to complete this process as
soon as possible. It is a good idea for juniors to register this spring. See Mr. Hagg for details. The website is
www.eligibilitycenter.org.
NAIA ELIGIBILITY CENTER: NAIA colleges also require high school athletes to register for academic
clearance to compete at an NAIA college. Go to www.playnaia.org to register.
Test Date
June 13
ACT
Register on-line at www.actstudent.org
Registration Deadline
Late Registration Period
(regular fee)
(additional fee required)
May 8
May 9-22
Photo Upload Deadline
June 5
IO’Gorman’s School Code is 421-175 and our Test Center Code is 157-640. We are a National ACT testing site.
Test Date
June 6
SAT
Register on-line at www.collegeboard.com/sat
Late Registration
Registration
Deadline (regular fee)
Test(s)
Deadline
(regular fee)
Mail
Phone/Online
SAT & Subject Tests
May 22
May 22
May 27
Deadline for
Changes
May 27
Seniors must take the ACT or the SAT for college admission. It is usually not necessary to take both tests. Juniors and
seniors interested in either of these tests should stop by the counseling office for registration information and deadlines.
Questions can be addressed to the counseling office at 575-3320 or the Board of Regents website at www.sdbor.edu.
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AP TESTING: The deadline for registration was Monday, March 23rd. No extra tests were ordered. The
schedule for AP tests this spring is:
Week 1
Morning
7:30 a.m.
Afternoon
11:45 a.m.
Week 2
Mon, May 4
Tue, May 5
Chemistry
Calculus AB
Thu, May 7
Computer Science A
Spanish Language
and Culture
Psychology
Mon, May 11
Morning
7:30 a.m.
Wed, May 6
English
Literature and
Composition
Biology
Afternoon
11:45 a.m.
Tue, May 12
United States
Government
and Politics
Spanish
Literature
and Culture
Fri, May 8
German
Language and
Culture
United States
History
Physics 1
Physics 2
Wed, May 13
English
Language and
Composition
Thu, May 14
Fri, May 15
World History
Human
Geography
Statistics
Latin
SOUTH DAKOTA OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP: The South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship provides
$6,500 over four years to a qualifying student who attends an eligible higher education institution in South Dakota.
The South Dakota Legislature established five requirements that all South Dakota high school graduates must meet
in order to establish their initial eligibility in the Opportunity Scholarship program. These requirements specify
that a recipient must:
1. Be a resident of South Dakota at time of high school graduation.
2. Have an ACT composite score of 24 or higher before beginning of post-secondary education. If using a SAT score,
the sum of the verbal and mathematics scores on the SAT must be at least 1090.
3. Complete high school course requirements with no final grade below a “C” (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) and a cumulative
high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (grade of “B”) prior to graduation (Note: One unit of high school credit equals
1 year of instruction).
4. The curriculum requirements specified in section 3 above are not required for any student who has received a
composite score on the ACT of at least 28 and meets the ACT college readiness benchmarks scores equaling or
exceeding 18 for English, 22 for Reading, 22 for Math, and 23 for Science.
5. Attend a university, college, or technical school accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central
Association of Colleges and Schools and that provides instruction from a campus located in South Dakota.
6. Enter into the program within 5 years of high school graduation, or within 1 year of the student’s release from active
duty military service (if that release is within 5 years of the date of the student’s high school graduation). Students
seeking to transfer from a regionally accredited university, college, or technical school located outside of South
Dakota may do so within two years following high school graduation and be eligible to receive partial award.
High School Course Requirements
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4 units of English
3 units of Social Science
4 units of Algebra or Higher Mathematics
4 units of Science
1 unit of Fine Arts
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1/2 unit of Personal Finance or Economics
1/2 unit of Physical Education
1/2 unit of Health or Health Integration (Students
entering high school after July 2013)
*If Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, Spanish I and/or Computer Applications is taken in 8th grade, it must be on
the high school transcript and figured into the high school GPA and class rank.
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ACT TEST PREP SEMINAR
O’Gorman High School
3201 S. Kiwanis Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Dates have been set for the May session of the O’Gorman ACT Test-Prep
Seminar. The session will meet on the following dates and times:
May 10th (Sunday), 18th (Monday), 25th (Monday),
May 31st (Sunday), & 7th (Sunday)*
5:30 – 7:30 PM
(*the final evening will run 5:30 – 9:30 with practice testing)
The twelve hours of instruction will include an overview of the ACT and
its contents, test-taking strategies for the ACT, review of each of the four
content areas, and a full-length test simulation. Cost for the course is $95
which includes a fee to cover the study guide and other class materials. The
registration fee must accompany the form below in order to reserve a
spot. Please detach the registration form and return it with registration fee
to:
O’Gorman High School
Attn: Joan Mahoney, Seminar Coordinator
3201 S. Kiwanis Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Class size is limited. Classes are filled on a first come first serve basis. Deadline
for registration (on a space available basis) is two weeks prior to the start of each class.
ACT Prep-Seminar Registration
Name__________________________ School_____________________
Address___________________________ Phone___________________
Email____________________________________________________
(Return this form with $95 to O’Gorman High School to reserve your spot)
Call Joan Mahoney at OGHS (605)575-3309 for more information.
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2015 All-Knighter PARENT Update
“A Knight Around the World”
Congratulations parents on the upcoming graduation of your high school senior! It’s an O’Gorman tradition to
celebrate this milestone at the All-Knighter party following the Graduation Mass and Ceremony. This is a fun and
safe way for the seniors to be together on the night of graduation. Here is the schedule for you and your senior in
preparation for this night.
Schedule of Events:
6:00 pm
9:45 - 10:30 pm
10:30 pm - 1:30 am
1:30 - 1:50 am
2:00 - 3:00 am
3:00 - 3:45 am
4:00 - 4:30 am
Mass and Graduation at the Elmen Center
All-Knighter registration in OGHS main lobby
Games, Food (come hungry), and a community service project
Food and Game wrap-up, graduates proceed to the PAC
Entertainment
Prize Drawings and Senior Video
Dismissal
Please Remember: We ask seniors to arrive by 10:30 pm. If your child will be later than this please call Kaye Lawler
(376-2241) or Lori Olson (366-8702)
We hope that all graduates will attend, but if for some reason your child can not, please call Kaye or Lori prior to
Graduation. If a student does not arrive by 10:30 pm and we have not been told that the student is not attending, we
will call the parents. No students will be allowed to leave prior to the group dismissal unless picked up by a parent.
Arrangements for early pick up must be made before May 8th.
No Alcohol, Tobacco or Drugs Are Allowed.
Leave all valuables at home. We will collect all keys, purses, cell phones and jewelry when students register. We are
not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Parent volunteers should enter through the main lobby doors and sign in. Name tags will be supplied. All parents
are welcome to come and share the last night that the class will be together.
The cost for this event is $100. We have some students who are not able to cover the fee, if you’re able to help those
that can’t afford to attend, please email Molly Heisler at mkheisler@gmail.com.
There are opportunities for every parent to help with this incredible evening. Assistance is still needed on several
committees including: games, parent lounge and the float committee. If you’re not able to attend, there are still ways
that you can assist with in-kind donations of gift cards or a cash contribution. $5.00 SFCS certificates are great prizes
– please donate if you are able!
Our Shutterfly page is filled with details on how to volunteer, donate, post pictures, event details, so for more
information, go to: https://ogormanallknighter2015.shutterfly.com/
Thanks for being involved – we need you!
Molly, Michele & Angie – Event Co-Chairs
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MAY SCHEDULE (Grades 9 – 12)
(Please also review the “Senior Information” page.)
Friday, May 1
NO CLASSES IN SESSION DUE TO O’G TRACK & FIELD INVITE
- Faculty and Staff will report to school.
Monday, May 4
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
11:45 – 3:30 p.m.
College Board’s AP Chemistry Exam
College Board’s AP Psychology Exam
Tuesday, May 5
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
College Board’s AP Calculus AB Exam
Wednesday, May 6
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
11:45 – 3:30 p.m.
College Board’s AP English Lit./Comp. Exam
College Board’s AP Physics 1 Exam
Thursday, May 7
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
11:45 – 3:30 p.m.
College Board’s AP Computer Science A Exam
College Board’s AP Spanish Language & Culture Exam
College Board’s AP Physics 2 Exam
Friday, May 8
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
College Board’s AP German Language & Culture Exam
College Board’s AP U.S. History Exam
Monday, May 11
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
College Board’s AP Biology Exam
Tuesday, May 12
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
11:45 – 3:30 p.m.
11:45 a.m.
College Board’s AP U.S. Government & Politics Exam
College Board’s AP Spanish Literature & Culture
Semester Exams (Periods 1,2,8)
Wednesday, May 13
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
11:45 – 3:30 p.m.
11:45 a.m.
College Board’s AP English Lang./Comp. Exam
Graduation Practice w/Sr. Mtg. & Selective Mass Ministers
College Board’s AP Statistics Exam
Semester Exams (Periods 3,4,5)
Thursday, May 14
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
College Board’s AP World History Exam
Seniors line up in the Rec. Center with gowns/sashes
only - NO CAPS
Senior Awards Mass in the gym (All grades attend)
 Reception for seniors follows
Semester Exams (Periods 6, 7 & Early Bird)
8:15 a.m.
11:15 – 3:00 p.m.
Friday, May 15
7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
College Board’s AP Human Geography Exam
NO SCHOOL/CLASSES NOT IN SESSION – TEACHER WORKDAY
11:00 a.m.
Faculty Mass (Chapel)
11:30 a.m.
Lunch & Special Recognitions
11:45 – 3:30 p.m.
College Board’s AP Latin Exam
Sunday, May 17
6:00 p.m.
Graduation Mass & Commencement @ Elmen Center
SENIOR INFORMATION
GRADUATION REMINDERS: We are asking parents to please assist us with these guidelines.
• Graduates must dress appropriately. Boys must wear dress slacks, socks, and shoes (NO SANDALS OR
ATHLETIC TENNIS SHOES) under graduation gowns. Normal dress code guidelines will apply. Girls will
wear a dress shoe or dress sandal. Girls will not be allowed to bring a purse or other items to their seat.
Appropriate haircuts/styles will also apply. Students will not be allowed to carry cameras and video cameras to
their seat.
• Students may not bring any type of noisemaker or items that can be thrown, squirted, etc. OGHS
requests that family members and friends of graduates also respect the ceremonial guidelines.
• Each graduate will receive 4 tickets for family members to use for seating on the main floor at the
Elmen Center. Ticket holders may choose their seats on a first-come, first serve basis until 5:45 p.m. Keep in
mind that there is plenty of additional seating in the bleacher area which does not require a ticket. Floor Seat
tickets will be given to seniors at the mandatory senior meeting on Wednesday, May 13th at 9:00 a.m. in the
gym.
• The doors at the Elmen Center open at 5:00 p.m. Seniors should report to the upper level of the Elmen
Center by 5:30 p.m.
• Senior All Knighter Registration is from 9:45 p.m. - 10:45 p.m. at OGHS.
Important Upcoming Events for Seniors:
Saturday, April 18th
8-11 p.m.
Senior Dance @ CJ Callaway’s
 Hors D’oeurves will be served at the dance
 Semi-formal attire is required
(NO jeans, shorts, costumes etc.)
Monday, May 11
8:05 a.m.
Normal Class Schedule
Tuesday, May 12
11:45 a.m.
Semester Exams (Periods 1,2,8)
Wednesday, May 13
9:00 a.m.
Graduation Practice w/Sr. Mtg. & Selective Mass
Ministers Mtg.
Semester Exams (Periods 3,4,5)
11:45 a.m.
Thursday, May 14
8:00 a.m.
8:15 a.m.
11:15 – 3:00 p.m.
Friday, May 15
Sunday, May 17
Seniors line up in the Rec. Center with gowns/sashes
only - NO CAPS
Senior Awards Mass in the gym - reception follows
Semester Exams (Periods 6, 7 & Early Bird)
No Classes / Teacher Work Day
5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:45 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
9:45 p.m.
Doors open at the Elmen Center
Seniors report to upper level
Parents & family members must leave the upper level
Mass & Graduation at the Elmen Center
Senior All-Knighter
It’s Summer Reading Time!
Check out your library!
As we come to the end of another school year, it is time to look forward to some
rest, relaxation, and reading fun!
Here are some great summer reads:
All the Places to Go…How Will You Know?: God has Placed Before You an Open Door. What Will
You Do? by John Ortberg (nonfiction, graduation, future plans)
The Dead Don’t Dance and Maggie by Charles Martin (loss, love, psychological Christian
fiction)
Doon and Destined for Doon by Carey Corp (fantasy fiction)
Dunk by David Lubar (amusement parks, teen boys, New Jersey fiction)
The River of Time series (Waterfall, Cascade, Torrent) by Lisa Bergren (time travel, Italy fiction)
Shift by Jennifer Bradbury (biking, travel, missing persons fiction)
Summer by Summer by Heather Burch (nannies, survival, Belize fiction)
Summer of ’49 by David Halberstam (baseball nonfiction)
These are just a few of the many great books and ebooks available in our library at
http://destiny.sfcss.org or on our digital library at
https://ogormansd.libraryreserve.com.
Another resource you’ll want to remember as you plan your vacations or search for
information on topics of interest to you is our online databases, such as ProQuest,
EBSCO, or SIRS Researcher. The databases are an excellent source for information
on any topic! Access those through our library home page (above) using the
barcode and password provided to all students.
Have a great summer!
Mary G. Johnson, Teacher-Librarian
O’Gorman High School
http://destiny.sfcss.org
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May 2015
Certificates: the perfect ‘end of the
year’ gift for teachers!
Looking for a way to thank
your child’s teacher for all of
their hard work during the
school year? The SFCS
certificate program is a great
way to show the educators in
your child’s life that you
appreciate them. Shop from over 40 vendors and
support the Sioux Falls Catholic Schools in the
process!
SFCS Certificates are available at: all SFCS
schools, Sioux Falls Catholic parishes and at the
SFCS Central Office on the 2nd floor of OGJH.
Questions?: call 575-3364.
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Dear O’Gorman Parents/Guardians:
The O’Gorman Student Council and the O’Gorman staff are pleased to once
again offer the popular
SEMESTER TEST CARE PACKAGE
In addition to a personal note of encouragement written by YOU, this care
package offers a variety of goodies to help your student through Semester
Tests during May 12 - 14.
Our goal is 100% participation and proceeds
will benefit the tuition assistance fund.
Simply complete the form, enclose $5 (checks can be made to SFCS)
and deliver it to the OGHS Administration Office or mail it to:
O’Gorman High School
Attn: Semester Test Care Package
3201 S. Kiwanis Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
We do the rest! Packages will be delivered to students before testing begins.
If you have any questions, please contact Tracy Petersen tpetersen@sfcss.org
Deadline to order is May 4th.
** Please note all food allergies**
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(Please Print First & Last Name & Grade)
Good Luck on your
Semester Tests!
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