Halo Notes

As we moved the clocks ahead last weekend, we move forward into the season of spring. Along with the longer days, new growth, and rising temperatures is an opportunity to prepare for the final quarter of the school year. Check weekly newsletters for reenrollment reminders, academic planning guidelines, and campus updates. And don’t forget to slow down a bit to enjoy the sunset and smell the flowers along the way.

Re-enrollment Deadline — TOMORROW!

The High School Placement Test is on Saturday, March 22, at SLCHS from 8:00am-noon, and testing is mandatory for all NEW incoming students. Testing day details will be announced as we get closer to date.

For questions please contact Fara McKinley '90, Director of Admissions, at 337-436-7275.

Folds of Honor offers scholarships to children of disabled veterans to attend private schools for grades K-12. The application window opened on February 1, 2025 and closes April 6, 2025. The website to apply is www.foldsofhonor.org. Students can receive up to $5,000 per academic year, and the money will be paid directly to the school.

The LA GATOR Scholarship Program is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Both incoming students and current students at St. Louis Catholic High School can apply to receive the LA Gator scholarship.

***Please note that if you are applying for the LA GATOR Scholarship, your enrollment must be complete in order for your application to be processed and for you to be eligible to receive the scholarship.***

LA GATOR has created a Parent Training Presentation that is a step-by-step process to help families with the application process and in determining if they are eligible to apply. Sign-up for the LA GATOR Newsletter to receive program updates as they come available. For questions contact the LA GATOR call center at 225-422-1538 or via email at help.la@withodyssey.com.

Families are encouraged to schedule vacations that coincide with school holidays. Any absence for a trip or vacation must be prearranged with the school administration and is not guaranteed to be excused. Please review the attendance policies in Section IV (p. 19-22) of the handbook.

Need to report that your student will be absent, tardy, or checking out early? Complete our Student Attendance Report found on the home page of our website.

To assist students as they prepare for college and careers, St. Louis Catholic will administer the ACT to our high school Juniors. Testing will be on Wednesday, April 16 during the school day at a reduced cost to families. We will be using the computer-based test for our students as there is evidence that allowing students to take a standardized test in the same format used by students on a daily basis will lead to an increased score. Even if a student has previously tested and made an adequate score for college admission, taking the test in a familiar environment and using a format they are most comfortable with can maximize student scores for scholarships, including the TOPS scholarship program. All Juniors are expected to test on Wednesday, April 16 at a reduced cost of $60. This fee will be drafted from your FACTS account, and you will be notified via email 10 days prior. If you have any questions, you may contact the counseling department.

Pre-ACT testing will take place on Wednesday, April 16. All freshmen and sophomores will take the computer-based Pre-ACT.

• Report to school at the regularly scheduled time (7:45 a.m.) in uniform.
• Room assignments will be posted in students' Class of 202X Team.
  
• Dismissal will be at approximately 12:00 p.m.
• Bring computer fully charged, an approved calculator, water, and a snack
• Students with extended time will be dismissed at approximately 1:00 p.m. and may bring a lunch.

The underclassmen will be taking the Pre-ACT & ACT on Wednesday, April 16. Seniors will have a virtual day with time to complete any assignments or college preparation tasks. Seniors must complete the form that will be posted to the Class of 2025 Team for attendance purposes. Please let Emily Pettaway know if you have any questions.

All seniors are required to complete this form in its entirety and return to the Counseling Office by April 30, 2025.

Failure to complete and return will result in ZERO information next to your name on the graduation program.

Any students entering the 11th and 12th grades at St. Louis for the 2025-2026 school year that are interested in taking Dual Enrollment courses will need to review the packet of information.

Here are our St. Louis Catholic deadlines for applying:
April 5th - Last ACT National Test Date to meet the required 19 composite test score
*Students testing at school on April 16th can also use those results to qualify.

April 11th - Printed proof of McNeese Dual Enrollment Online Submitted Application & Course Enrollment Request Form (CERF) due to Counseling Office

May 3rd - Last SAT National Test Date to meet the required 990 total test score

May 29th - Last day to submit ACCUPLACER and/or ALEKS placement tests to Counseling Office (if applicable)

Any questions about Dual Enrollment can be directed to your student's counselor, Mrs. Fournet (last names A-J) or Ms. Lockhart (last names K-Z), or to the McNeese Dual Enrollment Coordinator, Madison Owens.

On Friday, March 14th, Hunt Brothers & Gatti's Pizza will provide cheese pizza for students to purchase, along with raffle tickets for pies, treats, and a Pie Throwing Event during lunch.

Proceeds will support our Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society and Catholic Charities. Please fill out this form to authorize charges to your FACTS account for your child to receive pizza (2 slices) and/or raffle tickets. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Ezell.

🎶 Show Choir Tryouts – Open to Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors! 🎶

Are you ready to take the stage? Show Choir auditions are coming up, and we’re looking for talented vocalists and musicians to join our group!

🎤 Who Can Try Out?
✔️ Vocalists (Male & Female)
✔️ Guitarists, Bassists, Drummers, Keyboard/Synth Players
✔️ Other Instruments Welcome! (Brass, Strings, Woodwinds, etc.)

🎵 What to Prepare:
🔹 "More Than a Feeling" – Boston (approx. 1 minute)
🔹 A song of your choice (approx. 1 minute)
🔹 You may use a backing track or perform solo. (You can start at any point in the song)

📅 When & Where:
🗓 May 1st & 2nd
⏰ After school or during A, C, or D Period

Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and be part of something amazing! Sign up now or reach out with any questions.

McNeese recently hosted their annual regional honor band. Students from Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi are chosen for this honor. Spirit of St Louis band students Anna Cary (‘25), Caroline Cary (‘27) and Jonah LeBlanc (‘28) were selected for this honor.

Interested in travelling to Germany, Switzerland, and Austria this summer! Experience culture and tradition of these Alpine countries! Reach out to Coach Yoder for more information!

The girls and boys tennis teams return to the courts today when they host DeRidder. Matches begin at 3:10 p.m. at the Power Center. The squads will travel to Jennings on Tuesday for matches beginning at 3:30 p.m. Both teams picked up road wins over Teurlings Catholic on Tuesday with the boys winning 7-0 and the girls 4-1.

The girls and boys track & field teams will be in action today when they compete in the Barbe Buc Relays. Field events begin at 3:30 p.m.

The girls turned in four elite performances at last week’s DeRidder Dragon Relays: Hannah Boullion’s 24.48 in the 200 meters and three relays – 48.29 in the 4x100, 1:41.17 in the 4x200 and 3:51.79 in the 4x400.

Sweethearts tryouts for the 2025-2026 school year will be held at the McNeese Rec from 3:30-5 on March 26-28, and at 10:00 on March 29.

Softball returns to the field when they compete tonight in the Bell City tournament. The Saints will take on Grand Lake at 6 p.m. The team will also play Lacassine at 3 p.m. Saturday. The girls picked up an 8-7 non-district win over Merryville Monday. They also knocked off Lafayette on Friday in the Acadiana tournament.

The Saints will play host to non-district foe Bridge City on Saturday at McMurry Park. First pitch is set for 2 p.m. The team will also host Oakdale at 6 p.m. Monday at McMurry Park.

The girls golf team will compete Saturday in the Basile Invitational at Koasati Pines GC in Kinder. Play begins with an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. Both the girls and boys squads will compete Monday in the Barbe Bucs Classic at Graywood GC. Play begins with an 11 a.m. shotgun start.

The boys team picked up their first win of the season on Saturday when they took first place in the Elton Indian Invitational at Koasati Pines. Senior Samuel Broussard made a birdie on the first sudden death playoff hole to break a tie with Sulphur. Broussard took second place individually with a 73.

Senior Grant Habetz is this week's KPLC TV's Sports Person of the Week. Watch for the segment to air on Thursday, March 13. Congratulations to Grant, the 2025 LHSAA Division 3 State Champion at 144 pounds!

The boys powerlifting team competed last week at the LHSPLA West Regional Meet at Sam Houston High School. Senior Captain Luke Trahan placed 2nd in his weight division and qualifies to compete at the state level at the end of the month, along with teammates: Brady Heuring, Dylan Garcia, Caliber Byler, and Colton Guillory.

Below are the fish fry dates at the Cathedral. Their Catholic Daughters (Lady of the Lake Court #695) will also be selling cookies at each fish fry event, and the proceeds will be donated to the St. Louis Catholic Capital Campaign.

Dates for Fish Fry & Cookie Sales: (4:30 - 6:00 pm)
Friday, March 7, 2025
Friday, March 14, 2025
Friday, March 18, 2025
Friday, March 21, 2025
Friday, March 28, 2025
Friday, April 4, 2025
Friday, April 11, 2025

This is a great fundraiser that promotes the Catholic Daughter Motto of Unity and Charity. All proceeds from the sale of cookies in 2025 will be for the St. Louis Catholic High School Capital Campaign.

Donations of cookies are accepted as well. This is a great way for the Saint Louis Community to support their own rebuilding.

Emily Guillory, SLCHS Freshman, was crowned Teen Miss Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana. Being Teen Miss Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana is an unforgettable experience filled with tradition, excitement, and community pride. The journey begins with the Queens Pageant in November, where you earn the honor of representing the region during the festive season and throughout the year. As Teen Miss, you participate in glamorous events like the Royal Gala, where you are presented alongside other Mardi Gras royalty in dazzling costumes. The highlight of the season is riding during all the parades such as the Krewe of Krewes Parade, tossing beads and interacting with cheering crowds. Beyond the pageantry, this role allows you to embody the spirit of Mardi Gras by celebrating Southwest Louisiana’s culture and fostering connections with people of all ages. From gumbo cook-offs to family-friendly parades, being Teen Miss Mardi Gras is about embracing the joy and unity that define this cherished celebration.

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