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2022 - 2023 Key Dates Calendar
HSP's Online Calendar
Event dates are subject to change. Please always refer to HSP's online calendar for the most up-to-date calendar of school events.
Parents of Lower School students (K-5) are invited to attend Parent Night on Thursday, August 25th. The evening will begin at 6:30 PM in the Lower School gymnasium and end at approximately 8:00 PM. After opening remarks, you will have the opportunity to meet your child's teachers and go through their schedule for this year. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening! Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact pradosta@holyspiritprep.org.
Thank you to all who signed up for PVA. We will have our PVA first meeting on Friday, September 2 at 8:15 in the room downstairs next to the cafeteria in the Lower School. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Parent party planning is underway for all grades. You will receive information from your grade level representatives soon. We look forward to bringing back this wonderful HSP tradition.
Preschool PVA Lead
Kristen Heath - kheath27@gmail.com
Lower School PVA Lead
VyVy Lee - vyvy.vuong@gmail.com
Middle School PVA Leads
Amanda Kuhlman - dyalnole@aol.com
Jamie Neff - neff.jamie@gmail.com
Upper School PVA Lead
Megan Plachy - meganplachy@gmail.com
Join the PVA team.
https://forms.gle/5ZY97XSsap1gpBwf9
Saturday, August 20
Varsity Volleyball - DCS Volleyball Tournament • Dominion Christian School
Middle School Cross-Country - LCA Invitational 8:00am - 12:00pm • Loganville Christian Academy
Varsity Cross-Country - LCA Invitational 8:00am - 12:00pm • Loganville Christian Academy
Thursday, August 25
Middle School Volleyball vs. Fulton Science Academy 4:30pm - 5:30pm • Home Upper School Gym
Junior Varsity Volleyball vs. Fulton Science Academy 5:30pm - 6:30pm • Home • Home Upper School Gym
Varsity Volleyball vs. Fulton Science Academy 6:30pm - 7:30pm • Home Upper School Gym
Please read below for information about medical records required for your student for the 2022-2023 school year. HSP has partnered with SchoolDoc, an electronic health record system, for our clinical record keeping. You will have received an email from SchoolDoc in mid-July with instructions on how to complete your child/children’s Health Profile/s (forms were due prior to the first day of school) and how to upload all physical exam forms and immunization records. Please note that the clinic is unable to accept paper copies of physical exams or immunization records. A reminder that annual physical exams are required for all students at HSP. See information below.
Students in Pre-K - 5th Grades: HSP requires the annual physical exam to be done in the months of April to August of the current school year and uploaded into the SchoolDoc website by the first day of school. However, if your child has a fall/winter birthday (October-February), HSP will accept a physical exam within 30 days of the birthday or within 30 days of the prior physical exam, whichever comes first. The HSP Student Annual Physical Exam Form is required to be signed and dated by medical personnel. Pre-K-5th Grade Annual Physical Exam Forms
Students in 6th -12th Grades: HSP requires the annual physical exam to be done in the months of April to August of the current school year. All physical exams must be uploaded into the SchoolDoc website by the first day of school. The HSP Student Annual Physical Exam Form and Clearance Form is required to be signed and dated by medical personnel. 6th-12th Grade Annual Physical Exam Forms
Middle and High School Athletes: All Middle School and High School Athletes are required to have physical exams between April to August of the current school year and uploaded into the SchoolDoc website by the first day of school or by the first practice, whichever comes first. Physical exams are required prior to any practices or games.
HSP Annual Physical Exam Forms and all other medical forms may be found at https://holyspiritprep.org/Other/BackToSchoolForms.
Please contact Nurse Daly at clinic@holyspiritprep.org should you have any questions.
The Used Uniform Store is accepting donated uniform items now.
The Used Uniform Store is based at the Lower School and is open for business during school hours.
Information regarding our uniform vendors and Used Uniform Store may be found below or at https://holyspiritprep.org/Other/BackToSchoolForms
Flynn O'Hara 6311 Roswell Road NE Sandy Springs, GA 30328 (404) 260-7584 website
Sue Mills 5932 Roswell Rd., Suite B Sandy Springs, GA 30328 (404) 255-2133 website
HSP Used Uniform Store (K-12th Grade) 4820 Long Island Drive Atlanta, GA 30342 (404) 255-0900 Store is open during school hours. Please check in at the Lower School Front Office to access the store. Contact: Ruth Sacco (saccor1999@gmail.com)a or Heidi Harrington (heidiharrington@bellsouth.net)
Make your 2023 GOAL Pledge today in support of Holy Spirit Preparatory School!
Applications are still open, and credits are being consumed at a higher rate this year! Secure your credits before they are gone! Apply HERE.
Contact Brittney Bailey at bbailey@holyspiritprep.org or call 678.904.2811 should you have any questions.
Preschool hours are 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. If you wish to sign up for our early morning and/or after school programs, please sign up on the following registration form.
If you have any questions, please contact Georgia Tate at gtate@holyspiritprep.org.
Parents of Lower School students (K-5) are invited to attend Parent Night on Thursday, August 25th. The evening will begin at 6:30 PM in the Lower School Dining Hall and end at approximately 8:00 PM. After opening remarks, you will have the opportunity to meet your child's teachers and go through their schedule for this year. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening! Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact pradosta@holyspiritprep.org.
The Kuhlman family and the Wingate family enjoyed a special pilgrimage to Rome this summer with Father John and Father Andrew. They visited many historical sites and were blessed to have the priests guide them throughout Rome and the Vatican. According to Amanda Kuhlman, “It was without question one of the best experiences ever!!! Seeing Rome through the eyes of a priest is 100% priceless!!!”
Please enjoy some pictures they shared from their trip!
Lower and Middle School boys are invited to join the Boys Club every Tuesday from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm, starting on August 16.
The Boys Club is a program run by Father Andrew with the help of missionary volunteers who are taking a gap year before college to help minister to our youth.
Students in the Boys Club will play sports, learn about a saint and a virtue as well as have a snack. The Middle School students help the Lower School students prepare a presentation about what they learned. This provides a great opportunity for students to learn about healthy leadership and virtues, while having fun.
Students who register to join the Boys Club will be picked up from their classrooms at dismissal time. Unless there is inclement weather, students may be picked up from the soccer field at 4:30pm.
Registration is required on the form below (even if you have emailed Father Andrew about participation)
Please use the following link if you would like to contribute a snack for the boys to enjoy.
BOYS CLUB SNACK SIGN-UP
Below is a link with the Cougar Hour activities available to Lower and Middle School students for the first semester for this school year. Registration will close on August 26th.
Should you wish to register your child for any Cougar Hour activity today, please click on the link below and scroll down to the Cougar Hour Registration Information for the ones that are presently available, where you will find the registration links. Registration is required to attend these clubs. Please note that registration for most of these offerings is with the vendor and not through HSP.
Our Extended School Program (ESP) is still available, as per usual, during this time as well. Our ESP program runs from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Please note that ESP is not included in tuition.
Should you have any questions about ESP, please contact Mrs. Maria Insalaca at minsalaca@holyspiritprep.org.
Should you have any questions about any Cougar Hour activities, please contact Mr.Angelle at jangelle@holyspiritprep.org.
The Lower and Middle School's Early Morning Care (EMC) Program is available daily to students from 7:20am to 7:40am for a fee.
During this time, students will be supervised by faculty in the gym. Students registered for Early Morning Care may be dropped off at the staircase between the gym and Middle School Building beginning at 7:20am. All students will be dismissed to their Homeroom at 7:40am.
All students participating in Early Morning Care must be registered with the program using the registration form below.
The Lower and Middle School Extended School Program (ESP) provides safe and enriching activities for Kindergarten to 8th grade students after school dismisses each day. The program operates daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm and provides time for homework, supervised recess, and indoor and outdoor activities with an afternoon snack included.
ESP begins on Monday, August 15, 2022.
All students participating in ESP must be registered on the following Registration Form.
Parents are asked to review the Handbook and complete the Acknowledgment Form through the link or QR code on the first page of the Handbook.
2022 - 2023 Lower and Middle School Handbook
Please refer to the Lower and Middle School Uniform Guide below. 2022 - 2023 Lower and Middle School Uniform Code
Every year, our high school gathers for a special Matriculation Mass to welcome all new students to the Holy Spirit Prep Upper School. All of the new students received their candles that they will receive again at graduation, their new bibles, and they signed the matricula, officially marking the beginning of their time here as HSP Upper School students.
Please enjoy a few pictures from the ceremony!
Elections
9th grade prefect elections will take place on Wednesday August 24th, just in time for our first Flex period competition on Thursday August 25th. Good luck to all those running!
Baby Supply Drive - House Competition
We are having a baby supply drive called "Baths for Babies” starting next week! The goal is to provide baby hygiene products for the Pregnancy Aid Clinic, so that families can focus on raising a happier, healthier baby, instead of the overwhelming costs. This is a house competition, so make sure to support both the Pregnancy Aid Clinic and your house! First place will earn 75 points, 2nd place will earn 50 points, and 3rd place will earn 25 points for their house. Collection bins will be in the rotunda by the house crests from August 23rd until September 2nd. The house with the highest number of items wins! Each house is assigned a different item to donate:
Nicaea: Mild, unscented shampoo and soap
Lyons: Wash cloths and baby fingernail clippers
Trent: Baby lotion
Chalcedon: Baby wipes
Please reach out to Amanda Foutch (afoutch@holyspiritprep.org) with any questions.
A reminder for parents and students to review the Handbook and complete the Acknowledgement Form through the link or QR code on the first page of the Handbook.
2022 - 2023 High School Handbook
Please refer to the uniform guide below.
2022-2023 High School Uniform Code
Below is information regarding required text books and supplies for the 2022-2023 school year.
2022-2023 High School Text Book List
2022-2023 High School STEM Supplies List
Supplies lists for all other classes will be provided to students on the first day of class.
HSP is happy to continue their association with the Ascension Music Academy to offer music lessons on both our campuses.
Performing music every day has a direct correlation to higher test scores, aptitude, and critical thinking skills. Numerous studies show that students who perform in their school performing ensembles daily score from 200-500 points higher on the SAT, depending on their level of musical advancement. Students at the All-State Level score closer to 500 mark. Almost every All-State student takes private lessons. There is no better way to master your instrument than to receive one on one instruction.
If you are interested in registering for the fall semester, please fill out this form and return it, with payment, to either school’s front desk. Please contact our Fine Arts Director, Len Insalaca (Linsalaca@holyspiritprep.org), if you have any questions or would like more information.
The Fine Arts Department will be featuring a weekly recommended listening section in order to share some glorious music with our community. In addition to links for listening on Apple Music and Spotify, there will be a bit of background on the composer, the musical work, and also suggestions for further listening. We will feature everything from Symphonies, to programmatic works, film score, chamber music, opera, ballet, jazz, and even some special surprises.
We hope you enjoy the new Friday feature in the Green & Gold, listed as "This Week's Recommended Listening".
Please contact Len Insalaca (linsalaca@holyspiritprep.org) with any questions.
This Week’s Recommended Listening
Church Windows (Vetrate di Chiesa) - by Ottorino Respighi
Ottorino Respighi
Born July 9, 1879 Bologna Italy
Died April 18, 1936 Rome, Italy
Ottorino Respighi was an Italian composer who vigorously championed his country’s musical heritage. Early in his composing career he did a series of transcriptions and arrangements of music from the 17th and 18th centuries. Influenced by this early music, Respighi became popular for his tone poems Fountains of Rome (1916). Pines of Rome (1924) and Roman Festivals (1928).
Respighi is one of the most popular and beloved Italian composers of the 20th century.
Respighi composed Vetrata di Chiesa in 1926. The first three movements were based on Tre preludi sopra melodie gregoriane for piano, composed in 1921. Respighi consulted a literature professor, Claudio Guastalia, to help him find a title and subtitles for the orchestrated version. Guastalia’s mental images upon hearing the music are the source of the quotations before each movement, which describes the drama of a major church event as depicted in the stained glass windows of Italian churches.
1. The Flight into Egypt. The little caravan proceeds through the desert in a starry night, bearing the Treasure of the World. Respighi captures the swaying hesitation of a donkey stepping over loose stones against exotic Middle Eastern modal melody.
2. St. Michael the Archangel. And a great battle was made in the heavens; Michael and his angels fought with the dragon and his angels. But these did not prevail, and there was no more place for them in Heaven. In this mini-tone poem, the opening glissandi in the strings and fanfare in the brass are a none-too-subtle quote from Wagner -- only here for angels, not Valkyries. The melody in the lower brass is a Gregorian chant. The trombone melody appears to signal the arrival of the Archangel.
3. The Matins of St. Clare. But Jesus Christ, her bridegroom, not wishing to leave her thus disconsolate, had her miraculously transported by angels to the church of St. Francis, to be at the service of Matins. St. Claire founded an order of nuns whose dedication to poverty mirrored that of St. Francis of Assisi. This quote is taken from The Little Flowers of St. Francis. Respighi creates a meditative melody, reflecting the tranquility of the monastic life. At other times when Claire was too ill to attend mass, she could visualize it on the wall of her cell. In witness whereof, in 1958 Pope Pius XII made her the patron saint of television.
4. St. Gregory the Great. Behold the Pontiff! ... Bless the Lord ... Sing the hymn to God. Alleluia! Pope Gregory (540-604) was known for his ecclesiastical writings and for what for many years was thought to be his contribution to the sung liturgy of the Catholic Church. This movement is a fantasia on one of the chants for the Gloria of the mass. It proceeds like a procession, heard in the distance, growing ever louder and more pompous.
Program Note from Symphony Orchestra Augusta (Ga.) concert program, 27 September 2013
Recommended Recording:
Respighi: Church Windows - Brazilian Impressions, Philharmonia Orchestra, Geoffrey Simon (Chandos)
Listen on Apple Music
Listen on Spotify
Further Listening:
Respighi: Pines of Rome - Fountains of Rome - Roman Festivals, Philadelphia Orchestra, Riccardo Muti (EMI)
This Week at Holy Spirit
Weekly Bulletin
Volleyball:
Our Varsity team played in the Dominion Christian Tournament last weekend with the highlight from the tournament of taking the previous state champions Valwood to 3 sets in a competitive matching ending with a 14-16 final score! Well done team! Our JV Team is now 2-1 and our Varsity team is 3-5.
Football:
Our Varsity Football kicked off the season with a VICTORY over Horizon Christian last Friday 48-41! Way to go!
Cross Country :
Our Varsity and Middle School teams competed in the Loganville Christian Academy race this past Saturday with the following times. Good luck to our Varsity team tomorrow at HIES! Run FAST!
Varsity Boys 5K Results:
17th Davis Braun - 19:49.50 26th Jacob Wilhelm 20:24.00 45th Adam Young 21:44.50 49th Emil Sacco 22:03.70 59th Jackson Sacco 23:49.00 70th Ulises Ramirez Sanroman 25:27.50 73rd Norman Labbe 26:08.90
MS Girls 3K Results -
23rd Caroline Pennington 14:40.22
MS Boys 3K Results-
2nd Evan Craig 10:41.20
Varsity Cross Country - Adam Young "Adam has really been working hard at the start of this season to get in shape." - Coach Spino
Varsity Clay Targets - Carlton Martin "On our first practice of the year, Carlton Martin generously took the initiative to help new Clays Team members to get their equipment properly set up before practice. Doing so helped establish a tone of cooperation and teamwork for the year while freeing up the coaches to get everything organized for the practice." Coach Harrington
JV Volleyball - Lauren Wilhelm "Lauren has stepped up this season to be one of our team's setters and has truly excelled! She gives 100% each practice, and has even played with a sprained finger these past couple weeks!." - Coach Regan
Varsity Volleyball - Blair Ecker "Blair was absolutely instrumental in this weekend's tournament, giving our team a competitive edge defensively. She is so versatile and can play as a defensive specialist in any position!" - Coach Bridget
Varsity Football - Jacob Meder "Jacob had an incredible game Friday night against Horizon. He rushed for 4 touchdowns in our 48-41 victory. Defensively, he had numerous tackles at linebacker. His focus and hard work are the driving force behind Jacob’s success as a player, leader and captain." - Coach Stafford
Past Cougar Athletes of the Week:
Middle School Cross Country Luke Sacco
Varsity Cross Country - Davis Braun Adam Young
Varsity Clay Targets - Dillon Harrington
Carlton Martin
Middle School Cheer Evelyn Labbe
Varsity Cheer Layelin Zamora
JV Volleyball Camilla Florentino
Varsity Volleyball Reghan Twomey
Ava Sipos
Thank you to our current Booster Club Members! Click here for more information on how to join.
Gold Members ($1,000+) David & Stephanie Cusimano The De Santolo Family Chris & Megan Durham Nicholas & Tricia Mulcare Harold & Lisa Wyatt
Silver Members ($500+) Chris & Alexandra Burris Mike & Carolyn Ecker Albert & Sallie Forrester Kendall Kerew Scott Kerew Peter & Jennifer Manning Kevin & Ellen Twomey
Green Members ($250+) Anonymous (1) Mark & Rebecca Bernier The Hutchins Family Kathleen, Kelly and Bradley Magnusson Mike & Kathy Prieto Chris & Christian Riley
Members ($100+) Anonymous (1) Javier & Alanna Oliver The Slinkard Family
Dear LS K-6th grader families,
I hope everyone is doing well and as excited for the new school year as I am.
We have lower school soccer starting up next week, the week of August 22nd. The lower school soccer teams compete in the CMSL (Catholic Metro Soccer League).
Register Now!
Practices are held at HSP on the lower school soccer field after school and games are on weekends, mainly Saturdays. Although the schedule is not complete, each team will play a 6-7 game season, please see dates for potential weekend games.
Week 1 Games - August 27th/28th Labor Day Weekend September 3rd/4th - NO GAMES Week 2 Games - September 10th/11th Week 3 Games - September 17th/18th Week 4 Games - September 24th/25th Week 5 Games - October 1st/2nd Columbus Day Weekend October 8th/9th - NO GAMES Week 6 Games - October 15th/16th Week 7 Games - October 22nd/23rd U10/U12 Tournament - October 29th/30th
Weekly Team training days and times are:
Mondays:
U10 boys (3rd and 4th grade) - 3.15-4.15pm
U12 boys (5th and 6th grade) - 4.15-5.15pm
Tuesdays:
U12 boys ((5th and 6th grade) - 3.15-4.15pm
U10 boys (3rd and 4th grade) - 4.15-5.15pm
Wednesdays:
U10 girls (3rd and 4th grade) - 3.15-4.15pm
U12 girls (5th and 6th grade) - 4.15-5.15pm
Thursdays:
U8 boys and girls (1st and 2nd grade) - 3.15-4.15pm
U12 girls (5th and 6th grade) - 3.15-4.15pm
U10 girls (3rd and 4th grade) - 4.15-5.15pm
WE NEED COACHES!!! If you are interested in coaching, please contact Sam at swalker@holyspiritprep.org
U8 will play 5v5
U10 will play 7v7
U12 will play 7v7
We have put in an order for all new soccer Jerseys. Please make sure you select the correct size for your new jersey order, we hope to have them in before the first game of the season.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Sam at: swalker@holyspiritprep.org
Please follow the link below to register your child(ren) in fall sports for the 2022-2023 school year.
Middle School - Cross Country, Football, Cheer, Volleyball
High School - Cross Country, Clay Targets, Football, Cheer, Volleyball
Lower School - Soccer (K-6th)
For additional information and schedules, please visit the team pages on our website.
All 6th - 12th grade student athletes and parents need to read through and sign the Athletics Handbook prior to the first competition.
If your student plays more than one sport, you only need to fill this out one time.
Thank you!
Calling all Cougar Fans! It's time to the 2022-23 Athletic Booster Club!
Support our student athletes through joining the Holy Spirit Prep Athletic Booster Club!
The Holy Spirit Prep Athletic Booster Club has one goal - to enhance the experience of our student athletes on all three campuses. The HSP Athletic Booster Club funds will enhance our budget, allowing us to provide supplemental equipment, coaching, and programs to improve the athletics experience for all our students. These funds will be obtained through HSP Athletic Booster Club membership, restricted athletics donations, Casino Night revenue, spirit gear sales, and event ticket and concession sales.
The HSP Athletic Booster Club recognizes that participation in school athletics benefits everyone. In addition to financial support, the HSPABC promotes opportunities to build and strengthen relationships among all constituencies through enthusiastic participation of volunteers, students, coaches, parents, school faculty and staff, sponsors, community members, alumni and grandparents.
Depending on the level of membership, personalized admission passes will be issued to you for a select number or all regular season home games!
For additional information on levels, please click here. On behalf of all students, coaches and fans here at HSP, thank you for your support!
Please contact Kristina Wilhelm, Director of Athletics, for additional information, at kwilhelm@holyspiritprep.org
The Athletic Booster Club is seeking Corporate Sponsorships!
As we prepare for the 2022-2023 school year, we are seeking corporate sponsorships to support the Athletics budget. Please click here for additional information.
Sponsorship Visual Benefits:
Limited 4x6ft vinyl outdoor banner on the baseball fence on the High School campus, the soccer/football field on the High School campus, and the soccer field fence on the Lower School campus.
Additional Benefits for all Corporate Sponsors
All the benefits included for the highest level of Athletic Booster Club Membership
To learn more about the opportunity to become a Corporate Sponsor, please contact Director of Athletics Kristina Wilhelm at kwilhelm@holyspiritprep.org.