Dear Gesu Families,

It was truly a joy to welcome our students back into the building today and witness the excitement that comes with the start of a new school year.  Thank you for being our partners in your child's education.  Here's to an outstanding school year ahead!

AMDG, 

Mrs. Regan Kazel

 
School Entrance Reminder
Until further notice, if you need to enter the school during school hours, please use door 13, which is the STREAM entrance, located behind the school near the preschool playground. Thank you for your understanding. We will send notice once the front entrance is available for use.
 
Gesu Band

Our school band teacher, Mr. Frank Adams, is looking forward to his 15th year directing the Gesu Bands and his 38th year of teaching band! The first day of instrument lessons for band members in grades 5-8 will be this coming Wednesday, September 2. 

Parents of students that are new to Gesu and who played in band at their previous school can email Mr. Adams at fadams@gesu.com for information about the band program and how to sign up.  Mr. Adams would also like to extend an invitation to students in grades 5-8 who have not participated in band previously, to join the program this year. 

Students in Grade 4 have the opportunity to join the Beginner Band. Mr. Adams will be meeting with the students in 4th grade this week to discuss the program and demonstrate the various instruments.  A detailed printed Beginner Band Program Information Packet will be sent home with students in 4th grade and a digital version will be emailed to parents of the 4th grade students.  The first day of instrument lessons for the 4th Grade Beginner Band students will be Friday, September 4. 

 
Gesu Family Directory
The family directory is built into Digital Academy and only includes families who opted to share their contact information.  Here is how to access this online resource:

From Computer/Desktop Site
1. Log into Digital Academy
2. Click the Directory/Person Finder Icon in the upper right (below your name/picture).
3. Search by name, or choose a grade level and homeroom to view parents and students.
4. Use the print icon to view the full directory as a PDF.

From a Phone/Mobile Site
1. Log into Digital Academy
2. Tap the Directory/Person Finder Icon in the lower right.
3. Search or browse the directory.
Questions? Contact communicatons@gesu.com

Adding Lunch Funds
Gesu uses a prepaid lunch program through Digital Academy.  Please add funds to your child's account before purchases are made. Students with a negative balance will still receive a full lunch (account will go negative) but cannot purchase A'La Carte items. No cash is accepted. 

To Add Funds
1. Log into Digital Academy
2. From the Home Page, click the Finance Tab
3. Scroll down to the Cafeteria Account Balance section.
4. Click Add Funds.
5. Enter the amount you wish to add.
6. Press next and select ACH or Credit Card.
7. Click Process Payment.
If you need a password reset or have questions, please email communicatons@gesu.com.

Dress Code Reminders

As we start this new school year, please take the time to review the Dress Code by clicking HERE for a reminder of our school uniform policy posted on our website.

 

Back to School Forms

If you did not yet complete the Back to School Forms, the deadline to complete them in Digital Academy has been extended to is this Friday, 8/28.  After Friday, access to these forms will be closed. 

 

 HSPT/ISEE Test Prep

See the flyer below to register Junior High students.

 

PTO Kindergarten Coffee

Friday, September 4 is Kindergarten Coffee, a chance for all parents of Kindergarten students to gather.  This will be held outside the Church near the Ignatius Statue.  Rain location will be in McAuley Hall.  

 

Century Celebrations

Be on the lookout for information on the following events as we continue to celebrate our 100th anniversary! 

Alumni Weekend - October 3

Order tickets HERE

Century Closing Mass - December 6

The Gesu Century Book is available!
Our commemorative 100th anniversary book, Celebrating a Century - Church of the Gesu's 100th Anniversary, is now available for purchase. This beautiful keepsake is filled with photos, history, and moments that capture the life and spirit of Gesu over the past 100 years.
 
Books are $50 and may be purchased in the Parish Office with cash or check (made payable to Gesu, with "Century Book" in the memo line). An order form was sent home with students in their Wednesday folders. For those who do not live in the area, online ordering is available at gesu.com/century-book. Books ordered online will include a $10 shipping fee. All proceeds from the sale of these books will support the Gesu Century Capital Campaign. Be sure to pick up your copy and celebrate this milestone year! 
 

Faith formation

The Church of the Gesu will soon begin a new journey to welcome those who wish to learn more about the Catholic faith with a view towards joining the Church. This process is call the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (formerly RCIA).  Please contact Marcia Leous at mleous@churchofthegesu.org or the Parish Office at (216)932-0617 for more information and/or to register.

 

Cheers to Community!

See the flyer below for information about an event to celebrate 100 years of faith, friendship and service.

 

Lake Catholic

LAKE CATHOLIC VIP SHADOW DAY REGISTRATION

 

Etiquette & Dance

A program for rising fifth and sixth Graders.  See flyer below.

Gesu Catholic School

2450 Miramar Boulevard 
University Heights, OH 44118 
Phone: 216.932.0620
Communications@gesu.com


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