All Saints Catholic nurtures academic and personal excellence in all students while emphasizing Catholic values and service to others in Christ’s name.
The All Saints Catholic Middle and High School monthly newsletter has now become a bi-weekly newsletter! This is our fourth installment with this new bi-weekly schedule. Look forward to these going out via skyward and on the ASC website blog every two weeks.
Volume 1, Issue 4
A Note from Sister Maria José, RSM…
Dear ASC Families,
Blessed Holy Week!
In our last newsletter I promised an update on Bishop Gruss’ visit to All Saints. It was a lovely experience for our school community. We started off with Mass, celebrated by Bishop Gruss, then the students joined Mr. Cieszlak and I for Catholic Trivia game while Bishop Gruss met with our faculty and staff. This was a unique opportunity of encounter and dialogue between the Shepherd of our Diocese and our staff. Father Jose, who facilitated the meeting, said that the love of our staff for our school shone through and that staff very much want the opportunity to help move our school forward. I am so grateful that we have such dedicated staff to educate our students. It is with that meeting in mind, that I take the opportunity to explore what is Catholic Education and how we live that out at All Saints.
We know from Jesus’ last message to the Apostles, that He charged them to make disciples of all nations and to teach them to live as Jesus had taught them (Mt 28:16-20). 2000 years later Catholic Schools like ours are working hard to do just that; helping our students encounter Christ and become His disciples that they may live life to the fullest. We do this in many ways; from the courses that we teach, the faith experiences that we offer, to the extra curricular activities and other social events. In the past two weeks alone, students have taken part in the D.C. Trip, retreats, sporting and community service activities. In all these activities we want students to discover their gifts, what brings them joy, and to learn to be good citizens both for this life and the next.
As we enter into Spring Break, I pray that you will take the opportunity to enter into the rhythm of Holy Week and be renewed by the love of Christ our Lord.
See you in the Easter Season,
In His Mercy,
Sister Maria José, RSM
April 1
April 2-8
Sunday: Palm Sunday
Monday: Spring Break
Tuesday: Spring Break
Wednesday: Spring Break
Thursday: Spring Break; Holy Thursday
Friday: Spring Break; Good Friday
Saturday: Holy Saturday
April 9-15
Sunday: Happy Easter!
Monday: Varsity Boys’ Baseball Game @ ASC against Peck 4 p.m.
Tuesday: Half & Half Day; HS Dismissal:11:15 a.m. & MS Dismissal 11:20 a.m.
Thursday: Varsity Girls’ Softball Game @ Peck 4 p.m.
Friday: Varsity Boys’ Baseball County Tournament @ ASC
Varsity Girls’ Softball County Tournament @ Pinconning
Saturday: Varsity Boys’ Baseball County Tournament @ ASC
Varsity Girls’ Softball County Tournament @ Pinconning
*To find an address to a game, please visit the school website calendar and select the event.
News from the Counseling Office…
Assessment Testing: All testing will begin promptly
SAT—Wednesday, April 12th— Juniors please meet at the ASC gym at 7:40 a.m.
ACT WorkKeys—Thursday, April 13th— Juniors please meet at the ASC gym at 7:40 a.m.
PSAT 8—Wednesday, April 12th— 8th graders please meet at St. James Church, Langley Hall at 7:40 a.m.
PSAT 10—Thursday, April 13th—10th graders please meet at ASC High School, 3rd floor at 7:40 a.m.
PSAT 9—Thursday, April 13th—9th graders please meet at St. James Church, Langley Hall at 7:40 a.m.
M-Step—Tuesday, April 18th—Juniors please meet at ASC High School, Computer Lab at 11:42 a.m.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at your earliest convenience at kevin.clemons@ascbaycity.org or (989)892-2533 x117.
BE BLESSED
Kevin Clemons, Guidance Counselor
News from Miss Zoe…
Dear ASC families,
Just a reminder registration for the 2023-2024 school year is now open! The last day of Early Registration is Sunday, April 2.
God bless,
Zoe Robinson
Sports News…
The warm weather and sunshine is upon us. Our Varsity Baseball and Softball teams have strong members, as does the middle school softball teams.
In the famous words of Ernie Harwell when he traditionally kicked off the official start of baseball, with the Biblical Stanza “Lo the winter is passed, the rain is over and gone, the flowers appear on the earth, the time of the singing of birds has come, and the voice of the truth is heard in the land.”
God bless Ernie Harwell Cougar Nation,
Greg Wagner
Cougar Corp News…
Hello All Saints music community!
I’ve just returned from a trip to Washington D.C. with our eighth grade class. It’s just a great feeling to come back from a jam packed tour of National History and to feel so fired up at the quality of our families, staff, and students. The future is bright at All Saints Catholic and our community shines bright in the light of Christ.
I cannot believe we are already in the fourth marking period and Easter/spring break will be here next week!
There is so much to be proud of with our musical Cougars. First, have you seen the new ASC band t-shirts? The design was done in the fall by Eden Pisarkiewicz. When she showed me the design I just knew that we would have to get it pressed on a t-shirt. I think the final product turned out great!
Second, did you hear members of our advanced band playing at the St. Patrick’s parade? What a great display of student musical talent!
Our advanced band members have been busy practicing harmony, dynamics, and rhythm. Currently, they are working on the music from the movie Pirates of the Caribbean and the progress and sound being made in the Little Theater is just great. Our sixth grade have been making their way through the Essential Elements band method book and are developing their sound and band identity!
Musically in Christ,
Todd Bethune
ASC band and music director
A Note from Student Council…
The Grandparents breakfast will be May 17 starting with breakfast at 8 a.m. at Langley Hall. Following right after will be Mass at 9:30 a.m. Please request an invitation be sent to grandparents by emailing Ms. Dewar at terry.dewar@ascbaycity.org between April 1—30. Please include their name and address in the e-mail. Middle & high and school students are able to attend. Attendance is by student council invitation only.
A Note from the NHS Club…
Listen up Cougars! In a couple weeks, starting April 17 through April 21st, NHS is holding a drive to support 2 local animal shelters. We will be doing a penny war along with donations to the animal shelters. Some ideas for donations are gently used blankets, towels, toys (for both dogs and cats), food, and so on. The winning class of the penny war will win a donut treat. If you are unsure of how a penny war works the rules will be posted in the office.
A Note from Dinah…
Have a blessed Easter! Enjoy your spring break and stay safe.
God Bless,
Dinah
A Note from Home & School Club…
The next Home & School meeting will be Wednesday, April 12 at 6:30 at G’s Pizzeria.
A Note from Ms. Wisniewski…
What We’re Up To…
The 8th grade class just got back from Washington D.C. Take some time to look at a few pictures Ms. Wauters captured on their journey!
We are working on details for retreat opportunities for 6th through 11the grade! Please watch for more information to come!
NWEA testing will be coming up on April 17th – May 19th. Standardized testing will begin after break as well.
A letter regarding a rough draft of the brand new Course Guide along with the Course Guide will be sent out over break! There will also be an FAQ for Course Selection coming soon!
We are also going to participate in another community service project like we did in the fall! This time it will be open to middle school and high school and will be a spring clean up! If you know of anyone in need of some help with their spring yard work, please let the office know! 989-892-2533 ext. 100. If you are interested in helping, let us know!
Big news for All Saints performing arts this week! After listening to a lot of feedback about last year’s Alice in Wonderland school production we have decided to offer a theater class, which will focus on the musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Details are still being worked out. We encourage you to speak with your student and to contact Mr. Bethune to discuss details.
Parish Info and Mass Opportunities
Deacon Gary, President of the Diocese of Saginaw Educational Committee visited All Saints and encouraged students to stay connected with God. One of the most powerful ways to grow in relationship with Christ is to participate in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and receive Jesus himself. For that reason, we ask you to take a little time out of your busy lives each week to grow closer to God and to enjoy Mass as a family. We have included the Mass times for our Parishes in Bay City for your convenience.
All Saints Parish– St. James Site
710 Columbus Ave. Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am
(989) 893-4693
All Saints Parish– St. Boniface Site
510 N. Lincoln Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Sunday: 10:30am
12:30pm (Bilingual Mass)
(989) 893-4693
Corpus Christi Parish
1000 S. Wenona St. Bay City, MI 48706
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:30pm
Sunday: 8:00am & 10:30am
(989) 893-4073
Our Lady of Peace
607 E. South Union
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am & 10:30am
(989) 892-6031
Our Lady of Czestochowa– St. Stan’s Site
1503 Kosciuszko Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Sunday: 9:00am & 11:30am
(989) 893-6421
Our Lady of Czestochowa– St. Hyacinth Site
1515 Cass Avenue Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:30pm, Sunday: 6:00pm
(989) 893-6421
St. Catherine of Sienna
2956 E. North Union Bay City, MI 48706
Mass Times: Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am & 11:00am
(989) 684-1203
St. Jude Thaddeus
614 Pine St. Essexville, MI 48732
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am
(989) 894-2701
