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HRS NEWS
Holy Rosary Catholic School, 1303 S. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN 47715, Ph: 477-2271, Website: www.holyrosaryrams.org
Dear Parents, Students and Staff,
Holy Rosary Catholic School, along with all of the
schools in the Diocese of Evansville, is participating in a
new accreditation program through AdvancED
(formerly North Central Accreditation). Included in today’s parent pack is a letter from Daryl Hagan, our diocesan superintendent, regarding the first of three surveys
to help us through the accreditation process. Please
take time to read this letter and to participate in the surveys so that we can continue to learn, improve and
grow our school ministry at Holy Rosary for all of our
children!
Today, Thursday, October 9th, is the last day of the first
quarter. It is important to note that first quarter grades
can still be entered after today for work completed this
past week, make up work for absent students, etc. If
you like to look frequently at grades in Sycamore,
please remember that they are not final today. First
Quarter Report Cards will be sent home with students
on Friday, October 17th. Parent/Teacher Conferences
will be scheduled for the week of October 20th through
the 24th. Please watch for conference forms to come
home with your student(s) on Monday, October 13th.
Please return them as soon as possible so that teachers
can reschedule your conference if needed.
Thank you all for a super first quarter! We hope our
families have a wonderful three day weekend! May God
bless you and keep you safe!
For all His children,
Joan Fredrich ☺
October 9, 2014
Next Newsletter: October 23, 2014
The Holy Rosary School Newsletter
is published approximately twice a month
and posted on our website.
Deadline for articles for the Newsletter
is Wednesday by 3 p.m.
Save the Date!
Advent Program- December 10
Please mark your calendars that the Holy
Rosary Catholic School’s Advent Program,
The Mystery of Simon Shepherd, will be
presented in the Holy Rosary Church on
Wed., Dec. 10 at 1:00 and 7:00 pm. All
students in Grades K-8, including band
students who will perform in the 7:00 pm
show, will be participating in this program.
Prelude Recorder music will begin 10
minutes prior to the start of the program.
This Advent Program, which contains an
Eighth Grade play with corresponding
songs, reinforces the theme that God has
chosen us to follow Him and to bring to life
His love.
Congratulations to our new student council representatives! We look forward to a great year!
8th Grade: Allison Compton, Ben Bersch, and Sophie Schulz
7H: Will Franke, Mason Miller, Nate Alexander, and Kate Kinkel
7L: Mallory Wittmer, Rachel Basinski, Cameron Jones, and Reed Jenkins
6G: Kelly Bersch, Catherine Werthmann, and Margo Throop
6Gw: Mia Abushalback, Sadie Schulz, and Tierney O'Daniel
5M: Lucas Johnson and Jack Nichols
5A: Ellie Myers and Jenna Bersch
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HRS NEWSLETTER
NEWS FROM AROUND THE SCHOOL
Congratulations to Joseph Fields for winning
SECOND PRIZE in the 4th annual Vanderburgh County Prosecutor's Office Keep Evansville Safe Poster Contest. His poster will be in
the 2015 Keep Evansville Safe Calendar. In
addition, Joseph will receive a $75.00 VISA
gift card. All of the winners will be recognized
in an award ceremony to be held Wednesday,
October 22, 2014.
CONGRATULATIONS JOSEPH!
Holy Rosary Children’s Collection
from August through September
raises $810 for the local Ronald
McDonald House!
Last year, Holy Rosary School and Religious Ed. students chose the Ronald McDonald House, located next
to St. Mary’s Hospital, to receive funds from the
weekly Children’s Collection. The group of students
pictured, Ben & Ryan Fuhrer, Margaret & Elizabeth
Krutchen, and Jack & Sam Nichols presented the
check for $810 to Katie Evans, RMHC Administrative
Assistant. While there, the kids received a tour of the
facility to see first hand where their money went.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Oct 9 End of First Quarter
15 Spirit Dress
17 Reports Cards
20-24 Parent/Teacher Conferences
21 Art Fair
Follow us on twitter @HolyRosaryEvv!
This school year the money collected is going to
Birthright of Evansville. The mission of Birthright is…”it is the right of every pregnant woman
to give birth and the right of every baby to be
born.” Birthright services are free of charge and
confidential. They help any girl or woman regardless of age, race, Creed, marital or economic
status who feels distressed by an unplanned pregnancy. They offer a gentle, loving alternative to
abortion. Birthright services include: Love, hope,
encouragement, friendship and emotional support
for nine months & beyond; free pregnancy tests,
maternity & baby clothes, referrals to: medical
support, financial and/or employment resources,
housing, legal referrals, education, social assistance and counseling; information on: pregnancy
& Childbirth, prenatal development and care, parenting skills, childcare and child safety, career
development or continuing education, community
programs and/or social assistance and adoption.
Each Holy Rosary and Religious Ed. student
should have received their box of envelopes a
few weeks ago. Even if they have no money to
share, they are encouraged to turn in their envelope each week with good deeds and talents
listed. The amount contributed, good deeds and
talents are then listed in the bulletin the next
week.
Catholic Diocese of Evansville
Office of Catholic Schools
4200 N. Kentucky Ave  P.O. Box 4169
Evansville, Indiana 47724-0169
Phone: (812) 424-5536  Fax: (812) 424-0973
Web Address: www.evdio.org
October 2014
Dear Families of the Diocese of Evansville,
The Diocese of Evansville and its Catholic schools are engaged in an ongoing continuous
improvement process of which all stakeholders – including you – are a part. Holy Rosary will be
inviting you to participate in an online survey during the month of October as one method of
reaching all invested partners in education. Your answers to the survey are anonymous and your
honest opinion is appreciated. We ask each family to complete one survey. However, if you
have children attending more than one Catholic school, you will need to complete a survey for
each school. This survey, Catholic Identity Defining Characteristics Survey, is the first of three
surveys that will be administered over the next 18 months.
Surveys are a means to engage all stakeholders in two-way communication. They provide school
leaders and teachers a view into the thinking and perceptions of our staff, parents, students, and
community members. Holy Rosary 5th-8th grade students will be participating in the student
survey during the school day. Faculty and staff will also participate in the survey during the twoweek window. Careful analysis of the results enriches understanding of areas of strength and
effectiveness as well as those areas needing improvement. The survey results will enable school
leaders to measure stakeholders’ attitudes and help target improvement strategies focused on
Catholic identity as well as school and system effectiveness.
Any stakeholder who prefers to answer the survey in Spanish should contact the principal of the
school to obtain a paper copy of the survey. Each school will have a two-week window to allow
ample time for stakeholders to complete the survey. This will allow us to disaggregate the data
and begin formulating a diocesan report that reflects the information gathered. The report will be
shared in the January 30, 2015 edition of The Message. Thank you for your commitment to
quality Catholic education in the Diocese of Evansville, and for taking time to help us improve
our practices as we strive to prepare students for life.
Sincerely in Christ,
Dr. Daryl C. Hagan
Superintendent of Schools
Holy Rosary Catholic School
Survey window: October 13-24, 2014
http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/2543480
Catholic Diocese of Evansville
Office of Catholic Schools
4200 N. Kentucky Ave  P.O. Box 4169
Evansville, Indiana 47724-0169
Phone: (812) 424-5536  Fax: (812) 424-0973
Web Address: www.evdio.org
Septiembre de 2014
Queridas familias de la Diócesis de Evansville,
La Diócesis de Evansville y sus escuelas Católicas están involucradas en un proceso de
mejoramiento continuo, del cual todos los accionistas – usted incluido – son parte. Durante el
mes de octubre, la escuela le enviará a usted una invitación para participar en una encuesta en
línea que servirá como un método de comunicación con todos los accionistas involucrados en
educación. Sus respuestas a la encuesta son anónimas y le agradecemos su opinión honesta.
Pedimos que cada familia complete una encuesta. Sin embargo, si usted tiene niños que asisten a
más de una escuela Católica, usted necesita completar una encuesta para cada escuela. Esta
encuesta, Encuesta sobre las Características que Definen la Identidad Católica, es la primera de
tres encuestas que estarán administradas durante los 18 meses siguientes.
Las encuestas son un medio para poder involucrar a todos nuestros accionistas en una
comunicación bidireccional. A los líderes de las escuelas y a los maestros, las encuestas les
ofrecen una mayor comprensión de las perspectivas y opiniones de nuestros empleados, padres
de familia, estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad. Los estudiantes de Santo Rosario en grados
de quinto al octavo participaran en una encuesta para los estudiantes durante sus clases de
computación. La facultad y personal de la escuela también participaran en la encuesta durante el
tiempo disponible de dos semanas. La revisión cuidadosa de los resultados enriquece el
entendimiento de las áreas de fortaleza y de eficacia, así como de las áreas que posiblemente
necesiten mejorar. Los resultados de la encuesta permitirán a los líderes escolares medir las
actitudes de los accionistas y establecer estrategias de mejora centradas en la identidad Católica y
en la eficacia de la escuela y sus sistemas.
Cualquier accionista que prefiera responder a la encuesta en español debe contactar al director(a)
de la escuela para obtener una copia física de la encuesta. Para dar tiempo suficiente a los
accionistas, cada escuela tendrá un espacio de dos semanas para completar la encuesta. Esto nos
permitirá desagregar los datos y comenzar a desarrollar un informe Diocesano que refleja la
información obtenida. El informe será publicado en El Mensaje en la edición del 30 de enero del
2015. Les agradezco mucho su compromiso con la calidad de la educación Católica en la
Diócesis de Evansville. Gracias por tomar el tiempo para ayudarnos a mejorar nuestras prácticas
mientras nos esforzamos por preparar a los estudiantes para la vida.
Sinceramente en Cristo,
Dr. Daryl C. Hagan
Superintendente de Educación Escolar
Holy Rosary Catholic School
Survey window: October 13-24, 2014
http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/2543480
Congratulations to 5A for winning the Box Top contest! Their classroom collected an amazing
total of 2,100 points and won the week of “students’ choice” in gym class! Our total points for
all of the classrooms were a huge 14,300!! This equals $925 and 4000 points in labels for
education for gym supplies!!
Please keep saving box tops and labels! We will have another contest in a few months!
*ART FAIR UPDATE*
Holy Rosary PTO
Officers
Co-Presidents
Heather Barnett
499-9307
Jennifer Flittner
499-2510
Treasurer
Katie Schenk
The Art Fair is coming up on Tuesday, October
21st. It will include working on the HR Gala
projects in the morning for the Children’s Art
Auction as well as having various art stations for
the kids to choose from in the afternoon. The
theme for the Gala projects this year is “Hearts
and Hands of Christ”.
The Art Fair committee is in great need of
helpers and supply donations!
They are in need of the following:
New or used Crayons - they will be melted
Markers - washable or permanent
Acrylic paints and brushes
Beads - loose or on strings
Wire hangers for making mobiles
Paper - construction, cardstock, scrapbook, origami
Empty water bottles and empty 2 liter soda bottles
If you are able to help with the art fair in either the
morning or the afternoon, please contact Marietta at
nmwerth@wowway.com or K.C. Bennett at
birkis@wowway.com asap! They do not yet have
enough volunteers to help make this year’s art fair a
success!
Spirit Wear and
Fleece
Our next Spirit Wear
order deadline is Monday,
October 13th. Make sure
you order some long
sleeve t-shirts or
sweatshirts! They make
good Christmas gifts!
You can also help your
kids stay warm this winter
by getting them a Holy
Rosary logo fleece. They
are available through both
Artex and Lands End.
They come in either ½ zip
or full zip options!
Refresher Lesson #2
Welcome Back! This week we have attached a flyer that will explain the PrestoPay and ScripNow! options
available through your shopwithscrip.com account.
These are both great options available to you—ANYTIME! No planning required! Some of the benefits of
using PrestoPay and ScripNow! include:
✓ Need scrip on the weekends or during the week? Get it within minutes!
✓ It’s the fastest, easiest, & most convenient way to order and receive your scrip.
✓ No need to send a check/money into school to pay for your order.
✓ Can print and use in stores, use for online shopping, or use directly from your smartphone.
✓ More denomination options to choose from.
✓ Can be sent via email to friends and family.
Scrip Coordinators:
Jody Honnigford
Marietta Werthmann
mnwerth@wowway.comjrhonnig@gmail.com
(812) 430-6961
(812) 250-9398
Over 250 Retailers offer ScripNow!
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Pay for your scrip gift cards online with PrestoPay,™ the convenient payment system available
on ShopWithScrip.com. When you use PrestoPay, your order payment is transferred securely via
electronic debit. You won’t have to drop o any more checks!
PrestoPay is not a credit card system, because credit cards charge fees that are costly for our scrip program.
Instead, PrestoPay uses the same electronic payment transfer used by direct deposit systems. It’s easy to
use, and easy to get started!
Simply log into your ShopWithScrip® account, click on the PrestoPay link under Family Functions on your
Dashboard, and enter your checking account information. Complete the steps to verify your information,
and you will receive a secure approval code to share with your scrip coordinator. That’s it! You will then be
able to choose the PrestoPay option when you check out on ShopWithScrip.com, and have your payment
securely transferred from your checking account right to our organization. A small $0.15 convenience fee
will apply to each order.
For more information about this online scrip payment system, view the instructional videos found on the
same PrestoPay page on your ShopWithScrip account.
ShopWithScrip and PrestoPay - the easiest way to order and pay!
ScripNow® eCards are electronic gift cards that can be ordered and printed right from your ShopWithScrip®
account. You’ll receive your scrip in minutes and be able to shop in stores or online immediately!
You can also send ScripNow eGifts via e-mail. Schedule a delivery for a specific date up to a year in
advance for birthdays, thank-you’s, graduations and more. Need a last-minute gift instead? ScripNow
eGifts can be sent instantly! With the option to add a personal message, you’ll always be able to find the
perfect gift for everyone on your list!
How to Order:
1. Browse ScripNow brands and select the product you would like to purchase.
2. C
hoose any denomination in $10 increments between the listed minimum and maximum (a small
number of brands have fixed amounts).
3. P
ay with PrestoPay™ to receive your ScripNow in minutes! If you pay by check, you will receive your
eCard right after your coordinator releases your order.
4. Y
ou will be able to access your eCard from your ShopWithScrip account. Print it off and redeem it at a
store, or copy and paste the certificate code for online purchases.
It’s as easy as that!
Questions about Scrip? Contact Marietta Werthmann at (812) 430-6961 or Jody Honnigford at (812) 250-9398.
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Retailer List
1-800-Flowers
99 Restaurants
adidas
aerie
Aeropostale
Amazon.com
AMC Theatres
American Eagle Outfitters
Applebee’s
Athleta
Babbage’s
Bahama Breeze
Banana Republic
Barnes & Noble
Bass Pro Shops
Bath & Body Works
BedandBreakfast.com
Belk
Best Buy
Bon-Ton
Boscov’s
Boston Market
Brookstone
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Buca di Beppo
Buckle
Buffalo Wild Wings
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Cabela’s
California Pizza Kitchen
Caribou Coffee
CB2
Celebrity Cruise Lines
Chart House
Cheesecake Factory
Chili’s Grill and Bar
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Claim Jumper
Cold Stone Creamery
Columbia Sportswear
The Container Store
Cracker Barrel
Crate and Barrel
CVS/pharmacy
12%
13%
13%
10%
7%
3%
8%
10%
8%
14%
3%
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10%
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8%
6%
Dave & Buster’s
Dell Computer
Domino’s Pizza
EB Games
Edwards Theatres
FTD
GameStop
Gap
GFS Marketplace
Golfsmith
Groupon
Hollywood Theaters
The Home Depot
HomeGoods
Hyatt Hotels
IHOP
iTunes
jcpenny
Jiffy Lube
Kmart
Kohl’s
L.L. Bean
Land of Nod
Landry’s, Inc.
Lands’ End
Legal Sea Foods
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants
Limited
Loews Cineplex
Logan’s Roadhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse
Lowe’s
Macaroni Grill
Macy’s
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Marshalls
Morton’s Steakhouse
Nike
O’Charley’s
Old Navy
Olive Garden
Omaha Steaks
On The Border
Overstock.com
13%
4%
8%
3%
8%
12%
3%
14%
4%
8%
7%
8%
4%
7%
9%
8%
5%
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4%
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16%
8%
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4%
11%
10%
11%
7%
9%
12%
13%
14%
9%
11%
11%
8%
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
P.S. From Aeropostale
Pandora Media
Panera Bread
Papa John’s
Pappas Restaurants
Petco
Piperlime
Pizza Hut
Pottery Barn
Pottery Barn Kids
QVC
Rainforest Café
Red Lobster
Red Robin
Regal Entertainment Group
Restaurants Unlimited
Royal Caribbean
Sam’s Club
Sears
Seasons 52
Sephora
Shutterfly
Spa Week
Spafinder Wellness 365
Sports Authority
Staples
Starbucks
Stein Mart
T.J. Maxx
Target
Texas Roadhouse
TGI Fridays
Tony Roma’s
Toys”R”Us
Under Armour
Uno Chicago Grill
Walmart
West Elm
White Barn Candle Co.
Whole Foods
Williams-Sonoma
Xbox Live
Zappos.com
8%
7%
12%
9%
8%
6%
5%
14%
8%
8%
8%
5%
9%
9%
9%
8%
6%
9%
2.5%
4%
9%
5%
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14%
12%
8%
5%
7%
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7%
2.5%
8%
9%
12%
3%
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2.5%
8%
13%
3%
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6%
8%
Questions about Scrip? Contact Marietta Werthmann at (812) 430-6961 or Jody Honnigford at (812) 250-9398.
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Our 23rd Annual Gala and Auction, Black & White, to benefit Holy Rosary Parish and School, is set for Saturday,
January 31st at Evansville Country Club. This event has grown to be one of the premier fundraising events in
Evansville, so you won’t want to miss it! Last Year’s Event Sold Out!
The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres, while enjoying great company and
perusing hundreds of magnificent Silent Auction items, including a Children’s Art Auction. At 7:00 p.m., the dinner
bell rings for a delicious dinner while enjoying a fantastic LIVE AUCTION. From 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., you can
socialize, listen, or dance the night away to one of Nashville’s best bands…..”Anthony Orio and the Goodfellers”!
We hope you will join us on January 31st for an enjoyable and memorable evening. In the meantime, committees
are now forming to help with this FUN event. Their descriptions are below. If you are interested in helping or would
like more information, please contact Stewardship Director, Christine Gilles, 477-8923 ext. 224, cgilles@evdio.org,
or Tri-Chairs, Sandy Bitter, 455-2399 or dwbitter@yahoo.com; Casey Blake at 470-6409 or
caseyblake40@yahoo.com; and Christy Schutte at 549-1647 or cschutte@schuttelithography.com
Thanks!
1. Auction – Time Commit: Oct-Jan
Committee is responsible for developing ideas, packages, and procuring items for the silent and live auctions and the
Bidding Frenzy. Committee requires correspondence with the chairs on items solicited.
2. Children’s Art Auction – Time Commitment Nov-Jan
Committee will assist in set up and display of items created by students to be auctioned at the Gala.
3. Event Set-up – Set-up is Thursday, January 29, 8AM-2:30PM at Holy Rosary and Friday, January 30, 8AM-2:30PM at
Evansville Country Club
Committee is responsible for organizing items before, and will also assist in the set-up of silent auction items and floor plan
at event.
4. Invitations – Workload one day in early December
Committee is responsible for organizing, addressing, and mailing Gala invitations. Committee does not design or choose
invite.
5. Marketing – Workload throughout the year
Committee is responsible for all print ads, school correspondence (flyers, parent pack inserts, etc.), press releases, and
other advertising under direction of the Gala chairs.
6. Underwriting – workload Oct-Jan
Committee is responsible for soliciting underwriting funds for the Gala. Letters are sent out in October, and then
committee follows up with a phone call. Companies receive ads in the program for their support, signage, and power point
advertising at the event.
7. Table Captains
Responsible for putting together a table or tables of their friends, relatives or co-workers (tables are 8 or 10 toppers) NovJan
Newcomers Breakfast – November 8
We would like to welcome all those who have become a member of our
Parish since last April. This could be through joining as a new
Parishioner or new through the RCIA program.
You are invited to join us in a Celebration of becoming part of our Parish Family.
Please join us for a Newcomers Breakfast in conjunction with Food & Fellowship
and the Stewardship Fair on:
Sunday, November 8, 2014
in the Parish Hall.
Stop by after the 9AM Mass or around 10AM.
Please gather with us for food, fun, fellowship & freebies!
(Holy Rosary Goodie Bags will be given out)
NEWCOMER’S BREAKFAST
Sunday, November 8
After the 9AM Mass
NAME: ___________________________________ #__________
RSVP by November 5, 2014 by turning in slip to Parish/School Office, place in
collection basket or by calling/emailing the Parish Office at 477-8923 or
cgilles@evdio.org
JUST DO IT.
Raising awareness & funds for EB: the worst disease you’ve never heard of.
Walk a mile for EB in honor of Sophie & Sam
to raise awareness and funds for medical
research for this terrible disease.
Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic
skin disorder that causes the skin to be so
fragile that the slightest friction can cause
severe blistering - inside and outside the
body because they lack the protein collagen
7 which keeps the two layers of skin
together. It is present in 1 out of every
20,000 live births in the US. There is
currently no cure, and the research is ongoing.
WHERE: Memorial H.S. Track
WHEN: November 2, 2014. 12:30 pm
WHO: Anyone wanting to make a
difference and help find a cure
Make checks payable to MJ Schulz &
write EB Awareness on memo line.
Turn in forms & money to school
office by October 17th.
EB Awareness Week T-shirts & Walk
Short-Sleeve
YS_____ YM ____ YL_____ AS_____ AM_____ AL_____ AXL_____
QTY. PRICE TOTAL PRICE
_____ X $10.00 = ___________
Long- Sleeve
YS_____ YM ____ YL_____ AS_____ AM_____ AL_____ AXL_____
_____ X $13.00 = ___________
Walk A Mile In My Shoes One Mile Walk
_____ X $5.00 = ___________
TOTAL COST = ___________
Student Name ________________________________________________
Feeder School ________________________________________________
DECEMBER 6, 2014
PRESENTED BY
COMPETITOR RULES
To ensure that event is seamless and smooth, the Aurora Gingerbread Committee has identified important rules
for the Midwest Gingerbread House Competition. All competitors should thoroughly read the rules to avoid
disqualification. Should competitors have questions or desire more information, please contact Jayme Walters,
Director of Development at Aurora, at 812-428-3246 or jwalters@auroraevansville.org.
Application Process
Potential competitors should fully complete an application to be considered for the competition. The application
must contain accurate information and requires signatures from each participant (unless done electronically).
Youth who desire to participate must have signatures from their legal guardians. Please submit one application
per team. Applications must be submitted by midnight on Friday, November 14, 2014 to be considered for the
competition. Only 70 teams will be competing in this year’s event and teams will be accepted on a first-come,
first-serve basis. Teams are highly encouraged to submit their information as early as possible to ensure their spot
in the competition.
Applications can be submitted by:
Online Registration preferred. Available at www.auroraevansville.org.
Mail:
Aurora, Inc.
c/o Gingerbread Committee
1100 Lincoln Ave.
Evansville, IN 47714
Email:
jwalters@auroraevansville.org
Fax:
812-428-3253
Competitor Divisions and Team Composition
The competition will consist of three divisions: Professional, Amateur, and Youth.
Professional: The Professional division consists of individuals or teams that are involved in the culinary arts in any
capacity. Examples of this would include: Current or past students of culinary arts programs; chefs, cooks, bakers or
pastry artists of restaurants, bakeries, cake shops, dining facilities; individuals who have a named business that sells
pastries or cakes. Amateurs may also compete in the Professional Division if they feel their skills are comparable.
Amateur: The Amateur division consists of individuals over the age of 18 who are NOT involved in the culinary arts
as a profession or who does not have an education in culinary arts. Amateurs would include individuals who bake
cakes or pastries as a hobby only. Also, an amateur team may consist of an adult and up to two youth members
(any age, as long as they are properly supervised).
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Youth: The Youth division consists of individuals or teams that are in 4th to 12th grades (change from past years).
Adult supervision is necessary for youth that are younger than high school age; adults may only supervise and
cannot contribute to the building or design of the gingerbread piece.
Team Composition: An individual who competes solo in the competition should designate himself or herself as the
team leader on the application. Teams of up to three individuals may compete as well. Thus, teams of one, two or
three people are acceptable. In the Amateur division, a team can consist of an adult and up to two children, two
adults and one child, or three adults.
If a potential competitor is unsure of the division to choose, please contact Jayme Walters at Aurora at
jwalters@auroraevansville.org or 812-428-3246.
The identified team leader on the application will be the point of contact for all communication from Aurora.
Competitor Sponsorships & Fees
Each team is required to be sponsored by an individual, group, school, or business.
Benefits of team sponsors:
 Alleviates financial burden of entry fee to the teams. Teams are only responsible for buying their supplies.
 Teams get event t-shirts for free!
 Increases participation of community partners and businesses.
 Promotional opportunity for businesses, groups and schools at a VERY affordable price (compared to other
event sponsorship opportunities).
 Wider audiences are reached because businesses/groups will promote.
 Increase revenue for Aurora in order to continue its mission to end homelessness
What does this mean for competitors?
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Competitor spots will be filled much quicker and applications should be submitted as soon as possible.
 Competitors will be assigned a sponsor UNLESS the competitor already has one. If this is the case, notify
Aurora as soon as possible. For example, owners of a bakery would want to take advantage of sponsoring
their own team in order to market their business to potential and existing customers.
 If you own a business and you are competing but are not sponsoring your team, you are not allowed to
display any advertising materials.
A committee of staff and volunteers of Aurora are working to secure sponsorships for each of the 70 teams, BUT
we could really use your help. We encourage businesses, groups, and schools to find a sponsor or sponsor
themselves to take advantage of this great marketing opportunity—reaching 1000+ people from the local and
regional area --- and support Aurora while doing so.
Team Sponsorship includes:
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Payment of Entry Fee for the team
T-Shirts for Competitors, including your Company Name on the back—TEAM “YOUR BUSINESS”
Advertisement at the event: Table banner and/or other small signage on competitors’ tables, brochures,
flyers, and business cards
Program and event sign listing
Professional Team Sponsor - $300
Amateur Team Sponsor - $200
Youth Team Sponsor - $100
If interested in sponsoring your team or multiple teams, contact Jayme Walters at 812-428-3246 or
jwalters@auroraevansville.org.
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Competitor Prizes
Professional
Amateur
Youth
People’s Choice
1st - $2,500
2nd - $1,250
3rd - $750
1st - $1,500
2nd - $750
3rd - $500
1st - $500
2nd - $250
3rd - $125
1st in each division –
Trophy/Medals
People’s Choice:
A People’s Choice award will be given to one team in each division. Each team will be
provided with jars on their tables and whichever team collects the most money from voters (visitors) will be
awarded the People’s Choice Award. All proceeds will be given to Aurora to help end homelessness. Teams are
encouraged to invite as many friends and family as possible to increase their chances of winning in this division.
Winners will receive trophies and/or medals for their accomplishments. Also, winners will be displayed at a local
business in Evansville throughout the month of December. Winners receiving over $600 will be asked to complete
a Federal W-9 Tax Form prior to the receipt of their prize money.
Schedule for Competition
7:00 a.m.
7:45 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:45 p.m.
4:15 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
Doors open for competitors for registration and set-up.
Briefing for all competitors.
Building begins for all competitors.
Doors open to the public.
Building ends. Judging process begins.
Judging ends.
Awards ceremony begins.
Doors close. Breakdown and cleanup begins.
Registration
Competitors MUST check-in at the Competitor Registration Table no later than 7:40 a.m. on the day of event.
Competitors must be ready for the briefing that begins at 7:45 a.m.
Criteria for Judging
As the competitors will build their Gingerbread showpieces onsite, judging will occur the same day of the
competition at 2:30 p.m.
The gingerbread showpieces will be judged on the following:
1. Execution – Competitors followed outlined rules and standards. Showpieces should be neat and
precise. (50 Points Maximum)
2. Creativity & Innovation – The inventiveness and ingenuity of the showpiece. (30 Points Maximum)
3. Theme – The overall concept and uniformity of the showpiece, as well as the general appeal. (20
Points Maximum)
Total: 100 points
Judges’ decisions are final and not prejudiced by Aurora, its staff, volunteers or Board of Directors.
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Gingerbread Showpiece Specifications
Size: The gingerbread house should measure no more than 24 inches wide, 24 inches long and 24 inches high. The
dimensions are important as tables’ measure only 30 inches wide and 8 feet long. Tables are provided. Small space
must be made at the end of each team’s table to display team number and sponsor information.
Base: The gingerbread houses must be mobile. Therefore, competitors should build their showpieces on a base.
The type of base is not important as long as it is sturdy and will be able to hold the weight of the showpiece. The
base should not exceed 24 inches wide and 24 inches long.
Materials: The overall majority of the gingerbread structure must be made of edible products. There is no limit on
the type of edible products that can be utilized. The only exceptions to be made for non-edible materials:
Toothpicks, Popsicle Sticks, Lollipop Sticks, and/or Straws. Competitors may use battery operated functions. For
example, if a competitor wants to light a window, they may use a small, battery-operated light. However, those
using the non-edible exceptions should note this on a list provided to the judges at the start of judging. Also, those
utilizing all edible components will likely receive more points than an opponent who did not. Those utilizing craft
kits that are store purchased must identify this on the list to be given to the judges.
Construction: Competitors must bring all materials to be ready to construct the gingerbread showpieces ON-SITE.
Therefore, gingerbread and other elements that require cooking or baking must be completed prior and brought to
event, as competitors WILL NOT have access to ovens or stoves on-site. Competitors are also encouraged to do
some “detail” work beforehand if necessary. For example, if a competitor has trees, he or she may construct the
trees. Nonetheless, no building on the showpiece base can occur until the competition has begun.
Electricity will be available; however, competitors must indicate on their applications if this is needed. Electrical
outlets are limited and will be shared. Competitors should be respectful of this and understand that most everyone
will utilize electricity at some point. If you plan to use electricity, you MUST bring an electrical extension cord.
Competitors may bring small appliances such as a stand-up or hand mixer, Dremel tools and hair dryers. Do not
count on appliances being available for use. Toaster ovens are NOT allowed. If a competitor is unsure or has doubt
about an appliance being acceptable, please contact Jayme Walters at Aurora (jwalters@auroraevansville.org or
812-428-3246). Any appliances deemed not appropriate will not be allowed at the competition; so it is in the
competitor’s best interest to get the appliance pre-approved. If the appliance is not approved prior to the event
and is deemed inappropriate, it may inhibit the competitor’s ability to produce their showpiece. Also, only one
small appliance per team may be used at a time during the competition.
Identification: Competitors must provide Aurora with the name of the showpiece by Friday, November 14, 2014
prior to the event in order to be included in the program. This is very important for the program and the visitors
attending. Titles can be emailed or phoned in. Each competitor will have a Title Page and Competitor Number for
the judging process supplied by Aurora.
Display: Competitors will be provided an appropriate-sized table cloth for covering for their display table according
to their division (i.e. all professionals will have red cloths). This is an important part of the competitor’s
presentation and competitors must use what is provided.
Rule Changes or Additions
In the event that a rule change or addition is required, competitors will be notified as soon as possible by email,
phone or letter.
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Cancellation of Competitors
In the event that a competitor needs to withdraw from the competition, please provide two week notice so that
another team may compete. If two weeks is not possible, please notify Jayme Walters by phone at 812-428-3246 as
soon as possible.
Cancellation of the Event:
If Aurora must cancel the event due to weather or other issues beyond their control, participants will be notified via
email as soon as possible, but no later than 8 a.m. on December 5, 2014. (Please be sure to provide an email that
you use regularly.)
This Event Benefits:
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Competitor Application
Thank you for your interest in Aurora’s Midwest
Gingerbread House Competition, presented by
First Bank! Please read the Competitor Rules prior
to completing the application. Submit one entry
form per team; however, all team members must
provide their signature agreeing to the rules and
procedures of the event. Print and fill in all blanks.
Applications are due on Friday, Nov. 14, 2014.
Team Leader Name: ___________________________________________________________________
First
Last
Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip Code
Email Address: _______________________________________ Phone: __________________________
Team Name (if applicable): _________________________________No. of Team Members: _________
Team Member #2 (if applicable):__________________________________________________________
First
Last
Team Member #3 (if applicable):__________________________________________________________
First
Last
School/Group/Business Representing (if sponsoring your own team):__________________________________
A t-shirt with your sponsor’s name will provided for each registered team member. Additional shirts can be
purchased for $8.00. Please provide the sizes:
Shirt 1: _______
Shirt 2: _______
Shirt 3: _______
Competitor Category
Refer to the Competitor Rules to determine category.
Please Circle:
Professional
Amateur
Youth
Team Sponsorship
Refer to the Competitor Rules for more information about Team Sponsorship. Teams are required to be
sponsored.
Will your school/group/business be providing your sponsorship?
YES or NO
If yes, please complete the following:
Name of Business:__________________________ Contact Person:________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________________________________
Phone:_________________________ Email:__________________________________________________
If no, do you agree to be sponsored by another business and/or group?
YES or NO
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______________________________________________________________________________________
Electricity Availability
Electrical outlets are available but limited. Please be advised that competitors will be required to share
outlets during the competition. Read Competitor Rules for more information about acceptable use of
electrical tools. Indicate below your electrical needs to be placed accordingly.
I need access to electricity:
YES
NO
Competitor Agreement
By submitting the “Competitor Application” and providing your signature below, I am acknowledging and agreeing
to the following:
1. Competitors will be chosen by the Aurora Gingerbread Committee. The application must be fully complete
by providing accurate information and submitting the appropriate entry fee. Space is limited to 70 teams
(30 Professional, 30 Amateur, and 15 Youth). Applications must arrive at 1100 Lincoln Ave., Evansville, IN
47714 no later than Friday, Nov. 14, 2014.
2. Winners of the event will have their pieces displayed through the holiday season; therefore, those pieces
cannot be picked until after December 31, 2014. Pieces that are not obtained by competitors after January
3, 2015 will be disposed of properly.
3. All team members agree to follow named rules and procedures as outlined in the “Competitor Rules.”
Should any team member disregard the rules knowingly or unknowingly, the team and their entry will be
disqualified from the competition.
4. Coverage of the event will include pictures and video for various media outlets. Therefore, photos and
video of event, competitors and their entries may be used in a variety of methods internally and externally
of Aurora, Inc. By participating in the competition, participants are granting permission to Aurora, Inc. use
their personal image and image of their showpiece from the Midwest Gingerbread House Competition
proceedings.
5. The Midwest Gingerbread House Competition is a fundraising event for Aurora, Inc. All proceeds, including
team sponsorship fees, will be used to continue the organization’s mission. Should the team make a
charitable contribution beyond the sponsorship fee, the team must identify the individual who will receive
the tax receipt at the end of the year.
6. Each team member must provide their name and signature below indicating they agree to the statements
above. Participants in the Youth category must have signatures from guardians.
_____________________________
Team Leader Print Name
_____________________________
Team Leader Signature
_____________________________
Team Member #2 Print Name
_____________________________
Team Member #2 Signature
_____________________________
Team Member #3 Print Name
_____________________________
Team Member #3 Signature
_____________
Date
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Parental Signatures (If Applicable):
I am hereby granting permission for my child to participate in the Midwest Gingerbread House
Competition. I have read and fully understand and agree to the Competitor Rules.
_____________
Date
____________________________
Name of Youth
____________________________
Parent Name Printed
____________________________
Parent Signature
____________________________
Name of Youth
____________________________
Parent Name Printed
____________________________
Parent Signature
____________________________
Name of Youth
____________________________
Parent Name Printed
____________________________
Parent Signature
_____________________________________________________________________________
Submit Completed Applications by FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2014.:
Aurora, Inc.
c/o Gingerbread Committee
1100 Lincoln Ave.
Evansville, IN 47714
Email: jwalters@auroraevansville.org
Fax: 812-428-3253
For Questions, please contact Jayme Walters, Director of Development at Aurora, Inc.
812-428-3246 or jwalters@auroraevansville.org
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