School News
2012 SCSAA Scholarship Application Deadline Is Near!
February 29th, 2012
The Springfield Catholic Schools Alumni Association Scholarship application is due before March 1, 2012. Please follow the links below for the application and detailed directions and guidelines.
District Play Begins Soon for Fightin' Irish and Lady Irish
February 22nd, 2012
The Lady Irish begin district play on February 27 and the Fightin’ Irish on February 28. The tournaments will be held in Strafford and the district schedules can be found below:
Please follow this link for Fightin’ Irish district competition schedule
Please follow this link for Lady Irish district competition schedule
Ash Wednesday Mass
February 21st, 2012
Please join us Wednesday, February 22,for Ash Wednesday mass. The mass will be held in the gymnasium beginning at 1:30pm.
SCHS Wrestling Team Looking Forward
February 15th, 2012
The Fightin’ Irish Varsity Wrestling team completed their inaugural season with district competition in St. Louis. Although the team did not advance in district play, Coach Coleman was very excited about the ability and competitive spirit displayed by his team. Varsity team members are Wyatt Squibb, Kameron Piper, Ian Hall, Tate Hammers, Greg Morris, Colin George, Josh Carroll and Ben Morris. The team was accompanied by Coaches Chad Coleman and Kaylor Walker and managers Alex Meek and Daniela Buvat. Wrestling fans can look forward to a new season next fall when SCHS will no longer be the “new kid on the block.” Go, Irish!
Annual Music Boosters Flower Sale
February 15th, 2012
It’s time again for the Music Booster Spring Flower sale to help support music programs at Springfield Catholic Schools. You can pre-order flats of annual flowers and potted plants, which will be coming from Wickman’s. Orders must be in by March 7 and will be available for pickup the weekend of May 4-5.
Order for your home, your business, your friends and your family!
Please follow the link below to order your flowers.
Thank you for helping us Make a Joyful Noise at SCS!
Schwartze to Sign with Missouri State
February 1st, 2012
Senior Sam Schwartze will sign with Missouri State University Wednesday, February 1, at 3:15 in our school library. Sam is an All Conference OT who had his season cut short due to a foot injury this fall.
Celebrate Catholic Schools Week at Mass with Bishop Johnston
February 1st, 2012
There will be an All-School Mass at 1:30pm on Thursday, February 2, in the gymnasium. Bishop Johnston will be the celebrant and parents are invited to attend. See you there to celebrate Catholic Schools Week!
Springfield Catholic Holds Inaugural Wrestling Meet
January 30th, 2012
On January 26, the very first wrestling match was held in the gymnasium. SCHS competed against Glendale before a very boisterous crowd. Please follow this link to read Justin Dougherty’s account on ozarksfirst.com.
Coach Timson Named National Coach of the Year
January 30th, 2012
Springfield Catholic girls’ soccer coach, Ben Timson, was recently named National Coach of the Year in the Private/Parochial school division by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. Timson led the Lady Irish to a 23-4 record during the 2011 season and their second consecutive Missouri Class 1 State Championship. Congratulations to Coach Timson… Go, Irish!!
Teens 4 Jeans
January 27th, 2012
Please bring new and/or “gently used” jeans for kids in need. They may be dropped off in Mrs. Derryberry’s room. The drive lasts until February 12th.
Share a Little Warmth This Winter
January 12th, 2012
National Honor Society will be sponsoring a Blanket Drive January 30-February 10. Please bring/send new or gently used blankets. Cash donations are also appreciated. Please drop off all items in Mrs. Morton’s classroom.
SCHS to Celebrate 1000th Basketball Victory Friday, January 6
January 2nd, 2012
All Fightin’ Irish fans, alumni, friends and family are invited to a celebration Friday January 6 during the home basketball games. On November 29, SCHS achieved its 1000th victory for the boys basketball team. Now it is time for current and past players to celebrate this achievement. Go, Irish!
SCHS Soccer Boys Soccer Still Winning Accolades
December 22nd, 2011
To top off a perfect season, Springfield Catholic Boys Soccer made the news again! According to Missouri State High School Activities Association records, the Fightin’ Irish set a state record for the most goals and assists in a season. The Irish, coached by Tom Guinn, scored 154 goals and had 110 assists this season.
The number one soccer team in the state also had four players placed on the All-Ozarks Boys’ Soccer 1st Team: Mitchell Moncada,James Straus, Evan Craig and Reid Harbach. Additionally, Dallas Moses, Luke Straus and Burke James were named to the All-Ozarks Boys’ Soccer 2nd Team. Go, Irish!
Adopted Families for Christmas
December 14th, 2011
Don’t forget to visit the tree in the school lobby and select an ornament with a suggested gift for our adopted families. There is great need and we can make a difference…please be generous.
SCHS Boys Basketball Earn Victory Number 1,000!
November 30th, 2011
Congratulations to Coach Sam Wutke and his Fightin’ Irish basketball team for attaining the 1000th victory for Irish boys’ basketball. According to Coach Wutke, this milestone is part of a rich athletic tradition at SCHS and the victory is a result of the dedication of many great basketball coaches, players and boosters over the years. He also commended Mr. Dante Rebori for his untiring work in compiling the statistics and history of the basketball program. Go, Irish!
SCHS Students Compete at SBU
November 22nd, 2011
Mrs. Rena Sweeney accompanied a group of SCHS students to the College Preparatory Championships at Southwest Baptist University on Friday, November 18.
Finishing 3rd in robotics was the team composed of Andrew Daus, Evan Haley and Auben Mitchell. Fourth place in robotics went to John Bentley, Katie Duncan, and Remington Slama.
John Bentley placed 1st in College Algebra with a perfect score and took 2nd place in Pre-Calculus. Evan Haley placed 2nd in College Algebra.
Katie Duncan earned 3rd place in American History and Auben Mitchell placed 3rd in Chemistry and 6th in Physical Science. Go, Irish!
Fightin' Irish Boys' Soccer Wins State Championship...1st Time in School History!
November 19th, 2011
SCHS defeated Pembroke Hill to win the Class 1A State Championship today at Blue Springs South. Mitch Moncada scored the point that led the Irish to their 1-0 win. Coach Tom Guinn led the Irish to an undefeated season. This is the first state championship in boys soccer for a southwest Missouri team. Go, Irish!!
NHS Sponsoring Canned Food Drive for Convoy of Hope...Please Help!!
November 18th, 2011
A canned food drive is underway for the Convoy of Hope. The proceeds will be delivered to Joplin tornado victims. This should be a cause close to our hearts. Please bring as many canned goods as possible by Tuesday, November 22.
A Message from Coach Guinn
November 17th, 2011
To the faculty, staff, and students and all proud supporters of SCHS: Since the first week of June, the Irish soccer team has worked extremely hard in order to produce a memorable, fun, and successful season. As a result of their dedication, they have now been recognized as one of the top four teams in the state, and have an opportunity to be crowned as #1. This opportunity will occur on Friday, November 18th at 2pm at Blue Springs High School in Kansas City. Our team would sincerely appreciate your support of the soccer team in any way that you can… wish them luck in the hallways, say a prayer, or even make the commute to Kansas City and cheer us on. GO IRISH! Coach Guinn
Girls Cross Country Finish 2nd Place at State Meet!
November 7th, 2011
Caroline Ukena and Sara Larson became the first ever SCHS cross country girls to climb the steps of the ceremonial state trophy stand three years (top four teams are recognized on the trophy stand), Lydia Holtmann became Catholic’s first girl to receive all-state honors as a freshman and sophomore, and the Irish scored a second place state finish Saturday at the state championship race in Jeff City. Holtmann (17th), Larson (21st) and Andrea Lampe (23rd) gained all-state honors as top 25 finishers on the challenging Oak Hills Country Club course. The Irish finished second in 2009, they won the state title a season ago and capped an improbable season with their race on Saturday. Catholic had won 7 of the last 8 races heading to state and, as expected, raced Herculaneum for the state title that they had taken from the Black Cats in 2010; Herky was second to the Irish last season while the Irish were second to Herky in 09. Senior Caroline Ukena, freshman Sarah Winton, sophomore Anna Faulkner and sophomore Courtney Ukena were Catholic’s other runners in the state race. Ukena, an all-state runner in 09, has raced at state all four of her XC seasons while Faulkner was a member of the championship team in 10. Courtney Ukena was a 2010 alternate. Although the boys team did not qualify for state, Michael DeVoss, James Glover and Connor Randell qualified for the state championship race. DeVoss was 62nd, Glover 72nd and Randell 74th.
First Foray in Public Forum Goes Well for George and Toplikar
October 18th, 2011
9th grade students Patrick Toplikar and Ian George competed in Public Forum Debate at the Glendale Tournament October 14 and 15. They competed against 22 area high schools, and won three of their four debates. This was their first debate tournament and they made us proud.
Over 20 students from Public Speaking, Debate and Drama volunteered as timekeepers for the tournament. The students were accompanied by their instructor/coach, Mrs. Karen Ellis. Go, Irish!
Garrett Weskamp Named to All-State Choir
September 19th, 2011
Big congratulations to Garrett Weskamp for auditioning and being chosen for All-State Choir. Go, Irish!
Springfield Catholic Rotary Interact Elects Charter Officers
September 15th, 2011
Congratulations to the newly elected, Charter Officers and Directors of Springfield Catholic Rotary Interact (SCRI):
President: Kirsten Bureman Vice President: Colin George Secretary: Rachel Hoang Treasurer: Evan Haley Freshmen Director: Anna Skrade Sophomore Director: Michael Ghirardelli Junior Director: Elizabeth Catapang Senior Director: Josie Diekemper
Interact is Rotary International’s service club for young people ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs are sponsored by individual Rotary clubs, which provide support and guidance, but they are self-governing and self-supporting. Each year, Interact clubs complete at least two community service projects, one of which furthers international understanding and goodwill. Through these efforts, Interactors develop a network of friendships with local and overseas clubs and learn the importance of: - Developing leadership skills and personal integrity - Demonstrating helpfulness and respect for others - Understanding the value of individual responsibility and hard work - Advancing international understanding and goodwill.
Springfield Sunrise Rotary Club is our sponsoring Rotary Club. Mr. Doug Twigger, President of Springfield Sunrise Rotary Club was present during the inaugural meeting. “Sunrise Rotary is here to support your efforts, but this is YOUR organization,” said Mr. Twigger.
Compatibility Issues with Parent Portal
September 8th, 2011
If you are having issues accessing your student information via Parent Portal, it is most probably a compatibility issue with Internet Explorer 9. Tyler Technologies is actively researching this issue, but until then, you can do the following:
Use Firefox as your browser for Parent Portal or
Turn on Compatibility View in Internet Explorer. Follow the link for directions.
