THE KENNEDYSocial Calendar

2019 / 2020

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This calendar of our outstanding events is a tool we hope new and current families will use! It’s a great way

to learn more about what is happening at Kennedy and mark your calendars to join us!

AT a GlaNceAugust 30 Junior High Night @ Varsity Football

September4 Meet the Teacher, Upper Campus12 Opening Mass21 6th Annual Flying Eagle 5K Senior Night @ Varsity Football29 Mass for Fall Athletes

October14-19 Spirit Week17 Homecoming Assembly18 All School Pep Rally, Powder Puff Game, Homecoming Parade, Homecoming Football Game19 Homecoming Dance24 Lower Campus Literacy Night26 $25,000 Kennedy Kash Raffle Drawing29 Trunk or Treat, Upper Campus 31 Lower Campus, Halloween Parties

November1 All Saints Mass8 Casino Night 26 Family Skate Night

December5-6 Santa’s Workshop10 Candy Cane Carnival11 Lower Campus Christmas Program19 Upper Campus Christmas Concert (Updated Date)

January18-19 Winter Musical 26-1 Catholic Schools Week 26 Lower Campus Open House30 COSI On Wheels 31 Lower Campus Talent Show

February1 All Sports Night at the Races7 Prince & Princess Ball 13 Lower Campus Valentine’s Parties23 Upper Campus Open House

March21 “Just For Kicks” Live & Silent Benefit Auction

May1-2 Spring Musical5 Lower Campus Spring Concert7 Upper Campus Spring Concert11 Olympic Day12 2nd Grade Celebration Mass and Brunch 15 Service Day, Prom Step Up Day 19 Baccalaureate 21 Upper Campus Awards Ceremony & 8th Grade Promotion Mass 23 Commencement 26 5th Grade Promotion Mass 29 Lower Campus Fun Day

LEarn moreAugust Junior High Night @ Varsity Football

Where: Mollenkopf Football Stadium, 860 Elm Road, Warren, Ohio 44483When: August 30 - 7 p.m. What: Come out to help us recognize and cheer for our Junior High athletic teams at the Kennedy v. Champion Football game, the official kickoff off to Football Season!

SeptemberMeet the Teacher, Upper Campus

Where: Upper Campus When: September 4 - 6 p.m.What: Find out what JFK Upper Campus is all about and what we have planned for this school year! Our faculty and staff are anxious to meet you!

Opening School Mass

Where: Upper Campus, Gillen GymnasiumWhen: September 12 - 10 a.m.What: Our opening All School Mass for grades K-12. You will not want to miss our annual tradition of Seniors escorting in our Kindergarten Eagles into Mass. Join the Kennedy Family as we celebrate the beginning of the school year together.

Coach Napolet Flying Eagle 5K

Where: Upper CampusWhen: September 21 - Registration begins at 8 a.m., race begins at 9 a.m.What: Kennedy is proud to host our 5th Annual 5K Run. The race is held in honor of Coach Napolet, legendary football coach who led our Eagles to the 1991 State Championship title. There are prizes for numerous age groups and Kids Fun Run at 10:15 a.m. following the awards ceremony. Registration and sponsorship opportunities are open on the JFK homepage at www.warrenjfk.com.Price: $15 Pre-register, $20 Race Day

Senior Night @ Varsity Football

Where: Mollenkopf Football Stadium, 860 Elm Road, Warren, Ohio 44483When: September 21 - 7 p.m. What: Tradition! On this night, we celebrate our senior athletes and their parents at the Kennedy v. Garfield varsity football game. Cheers to the Class of 2020!

Mass For Fall Athletes

Where: Our Lady of Mount Carmel, NilesWhen: September 29, 11 a.m.What: The fall Mass for our student athletes has become a new tradition. All our welcome to join the Kennedy Family to celebrate.

OctoberSPIRIT WEEK 2019 - October 14 - 19The week will be celebrated at the Upper Campus with different themed days for the students to dress up for.

Homecoming Assembly

Where: Dining Hall, Upper CampusWhen: October 17 What: Nominees for the 2019 Homecoming Court share in the time honored tradition of giving speeches to the student body.

All School Pep Rally

Where: Gillen Gymnasium, Upper CampusWhen: October 18 - 10 a.m. What: All Eagles grades K-12 celebrate the culmination of Homecoming Week with an all school rally. All families are encouraged to attend!

Upper Campus Powder Puff Game

Where: Upper Campus, Football practice fieldWhen: November 20 - 1:30 p.m. What: It’s a tradition! Junior Girls v. Senior Girls, coached by the Boys. Our favorite way to welcome in the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Homecoming Parade, Crowning & Football Game

Where: Mollenkopf Football Stadium, 860 Elm Road, Warren, Ohio 44483When: October 18, Parade at 6 p.m., Crowning immediately following. What: Join us for a Homecoming Parade before the Kennedy v. Gilmour Academy game with the Court and the Crowning before the game!

2019 Homecoming Dance

Where: John F. Kennedy Catholic School Upper CampusWhen: October 19 - 7 to 10 p.m. What: Annual Homecoming Dance, open to students in grades 9-12Price: TBA

Lower Campus Literacy Night

Where: Lower Campus When: October 24 - 6 p.m.What: Join us for a Halloween themed Literacy Night. Our students will have fun while learning reading strategies.

$25,000 Kennedy Kash Raffle Drawing

Where: Mollenkopf Football Stadium, 860 Elm Road, Warren, Ohio 44483When: October 26, Halftime What: The 11th Annual Kennedy Kash Raffle has finally arrived! Tickets are $50 each, only 1000 tickets will be sold and you have the chance to win 21 significant cash prizes. The Grand Prize is $12,500.00 and five $1,000.00 and fifteen $500.00 cash prizes will be given away. The winner will be announced at half time of the Kennedy v. Cleveland Central Catholic game

Trunk or Treat

Where: Upper CampusWhen: October 29, 5 p.m. What: Student Senate hosts our Annual Trunk or Treat, a safe and fun way for students to trick or treat, play games and win prizes.Price: This is a free Kennedy Family event although we do encourage our Families to bring a friend for this great Halloween Event!

Halloween Parade & Parties

Where: Lower CampusWhen: October 31 - 1 p.m. What: This annual Halloween celebration at the Lower Campus kicks off with a parade of all students and ends with parties in each classroom.

NovemberAll Saints Mass

Where: Upper Campus When: November 1 - 10 a.m.What: Please join the Upper Campus to celebrate All Saints Day Mass. Together, we will remember all those who have died and lived lives of holiness

Casino Night

Where: Upper Campus When: November 8 - 7 p.m.What: A Kennedy favorite is back. Come and try your hand at our 5th Annual Casino Night. The night features gambling, a D.J., heavy hors d’oeuvres, a full cash bar and desserts.Price: $30.00 per person - Benefits the General Operating Fund

Home and School Family Skate Night

Where: Champion Roller RinkWhen: November 26 - 6 - 8 p.m.What: Home and School sponsors this great family night out, a last get together before we celebrate the Thanksgiving Break

DecemberSanta’s Workshop

Where: Lower CampusWhen: December 5 & 6What: Santa’s elves are hard at work helping our Lower Campus students craft the most beautiful and unique gifts for their families.

Candy Cane Carnival

Where: Dining Hall, Upper CampusWhen: December 10 - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.What: Games, crafts, refreshments and one more chance to visit with Santa and his friends before Christmas Break!

Lower Campus Christmas Program & Band Concert

Where: Dining Hall, Upper CampusWhen: December 11, 6 p.m.What: It’s time for the Christmas Program! Grades K-5 will sing and play instruments to get you in the holiday mood

Upper Campus Christmas Band & Choir Program

Where: Upper Campus Dining HallWhen: December 19 (This date has been updated)What: Join us for some great music to get you into the Holiday Spirit! Ms. Vlad and the Kennedy Band & Choir have a great performance in store for our families!

JanuaryWinter Musical

Where: John F. Kennedy Theatre, Upper CampusWhen: January 18-19What: Come to see the winter production our Eagles work so hard on dur-ing the cold winter months, it will be sure to warm your heart!Price: Ticket sales will begin after Winter Break

Catholic Schools Week

When: January 26 - February 1 What: Since 1974, National Catholic Schools Week is the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. It starts the last Sunday in January and runs all week, which in 2020 is January 26 - February 1

Lower Campus Open House

When: January 26 - 1 to 3 p.m.Where: Lower CampusWhat: This event is open to all new and prospective families in incoming grades PK-5. It is the perfect way for new families to learn about our mission, meet our faculty, see our facility and be introduced to technology in our classrooms. Know a family who would be a great match for Kennedy? Make sure to fill out our Kennedy Rewards Tuition Credit form online for a chance to earn tuition credit for the 2020-2021 school year.

COSI on Wheels

When: January 30 Where: Lower CampusWhat: We bring COSI to our Eagles with the COSI On Wheels program; a high-energy assembly followed by exciting, interactive, hands-on activities. COSI on Wheels help to enhance inquiry skills, encourage curiosity, and spark an interest in science for our students

Talent Show

When: January 31 Where: John F. Kennedy Lower Campus, Covelli GymnasiumWhat: Lower Campus has Talent! Join us to celebrate the many gifts of our Little Eagles as they dance, sing, and joke their way through their annual talent show!

FebruaryAll Sports Night at the Races

Where: Dining Hall, Upper CampusWhen: February 1What: The All Sports Boosters host their annual Night at the Races, a Kennedy favorite. Make sure to bet on your favorite horse!Price: More information will be provided by the All Sports Boosters

Prince & Princess Ball

Where: Dining Hall, Upper CampusWhen: February 7What: Once Upon a Time in a land far away there was a great dance for all the Kennedy Prince and Princesses. The young royalty brought their favorite dates (moms and dads, grandmas and grandpas!) and they all danced the night away! The evening is for all students in grades PK - 5 and will feature refreshments, a delightful dessert bar, dancing, and our very popular Gift Auction!Price: $25 per family

Proceeds from this event benefit the “Just For Kicks” Auction

Valentine Parties

Where: Lower CampusWhen: February 13What: We LOVE our Eagles! Annual St. Valentine parties are held at the Lower Campus in each classroom

Upper Campus Open House

When: February 23 - 1 to 3 p.m.Where: Upper CampusWhat: This event is open to all new and prospective families in incoming grades 6-11. It is the perfect way for new families to learn about our mis-sion, meet our faculty, see our facility and be introduced to technology in our classrooms. Know a family who would be a great match for Ken-nedy? Make sure to fill out our Kennedy Rewards Tuition Credit form online for a chance to earn tuition credit for the 2020-2021 school year.

MarchJust For Kicks Live & Silent Benefit Auction

Where: Gillen Gymnasium, Upper CampusWhen: March 21 - 6 p.m. What: The social event of the season! A night full of fabulous Live & Silent Auction items, a luxury Chinese Auction, fun, games, food and friends. This is the premier Kennedy Fundraiser of the year, you do not want to miss this night! All proceeds benefit the PK-12 General Operating Fund.Price: $50 per person

MaySpring Musical

Where: John F. Kennedy Theatre, Upper CampusWhen: May 1 - 2What: Our Upper Campus Spring Production! Show TBA Price: Ticket sales will begin after Spring Break

Lower Campus Spring Band Concert

Where: Lower CampusWhen: May 5What: Your band members have been working so hard all year; come and see all that they have learned as they perform at the annual Spring Band Concert!

Upper Campus Spring Band & Choir Concert

Where: Upper CampusWhen: May 7What: Your band members and singers have been working so hard all year; come and see all that they have learned as they perform at the annual Spring Band & Choir Concert!

Olympic Day

Where: Upper CampusWhen: May 11What: Will St. Albert hang on to the trophy this year or will a new house prevail? Our 9-12 students compete all year long for the coveted title of “House of the Year” which culminates in a day full of fun and competition sponsored by Student Government.

2nd Grade Celebration Mass and Brunch

Where: Lower CampusWhen: May 12 - 8:30 a.m.What: This is a Home and School tradition, honoring our 2nd grade students and their families.

Service Day Retreat

Where: John F. Kennedy and neighboring communitiesWhen: May 15What: Upper Campus students in grades 9 - 12 come together with the Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership to volunteer their time and talent to improve our community.

Step Up Day & 5th Grade Fun Day

Where: Lower Campus, Upper CampusWhen: May 15What: It’s time to take that next step! All new Eagles for the 20-21 school year are invited to join us at the Lower Campus for a morning of fun in their new classrooms; current Eagles “step up” to the next grade level and our current 5th graders make the trip to the Upper Campus to see what is in store for them at the Junior High School!

Prom March & Prom

Where: Prom March at the Upper Campus Dining Hall - 7 p.m.Where: Prom at DiLucia’s - 8 p.m.When: May 15Price: TBA

Baccalaureate

Where: St. Thomas the ApostleWhen: May 19 - 6:30 p.m.What: Our farewell Mass for the Class of 2020

Academic Awards Assembly & 8th Grade Promotion Mass

Where: Dining Hall, Upper CampusWhen: May 21 - 9 a.m. & 6 p.m.What: This assembly honors the academic achievements of our stu-dents in grades 6 through 11 as well as highlights the achievements of the Class of 2020. Our 8th grade class will be honored at Mass at St. Mary’s in Warren on the same evening.

Commencement

Where: Packard Music HallWhen: May 22 - 12 p.m.What: Please join us to celebrate the Kennedy Class of 2020!

5th Grade Promotion Mass

When: May 26 - 8:30 a.m.What: Please join us to celebrate the Kennedy Class of 2027!

Fun Day!

Where: Lower CampusWhen: May 29What: Where did the time go?! It’s the last day of school celebration at our Lower Campus.

THE KENNEDYSocial Calendar

2019 / 2020