CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2013 EVENING OF EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS

The La Reina community congratulates the winners of the 2013 Evening of Excellence Awards:

Academics - Liberal Arts - Elizabeth Hribal '13

Academics - Math/Science - Stacey Bacheller '13

Arts - Audrey Askegard '13

Athletics - Bess Grode '13

Christian Service - Caitlin Campbell '13

Communication Arts - Lena Melillo '13

Julie Award - Marisa Orlow '13

Leadership - Melina Coto '14

 

The 31st Annual Evening of Excellence will be held on Wednesday, April 24 at the Los Robles Banquet Center.  Invitations will be mailed within the next few days.  For reservation information, contact Barbara Lilley.  Follow this link for sponsorship information.

 

 

JOIN THE CHAMPIONS!

Alumnae, parents and friends of the Regents are cordially invited to sponsor the defending state Mock Trial Champions as they represent Ventura County at the California State competition, March 22 through 24, in Riverside.   The Regents' 2013 title marks the 18th county championship since 1990!  The team has also won state titles in 2008, 2011 and 2012, and Empire Mock Trial World Championships in 2011 and 2012.

Follow this link for complete sponsorship information, or follow this link to donate online, indicating Legacy & Promise Annual Fund, Other, Mock Trial. 

Thank you for believing in the Regents of La Reina High School!  For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin at 805-495-6494, ext. 382.

APPLY NOW FOR HEIDEL FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

La Reina High School is pleased to announce the third Heidel Family Scholarship, to be awarded through the generosity of Mary Heidel, Heidi Heidel '94, and other generous donors.  This annual scholarship of $500, applicable to tuition, will be awarded to a student who:

• Has earned the Activity Letter, as described in the Student-Parent Handbook
• Has a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0
• Has earned an "A" in Citizenship for all four quarters of the previous school year
• Has completed the application form for the Heidel Family Scholarship by the last Friday in August; this year, the deadline is Friday, August 31.

The recipient of the scholarship will be the student who has met these criteria and has the most Credits through Extra-Curricular Activities (excluding athletics) as listed in the Curriculum Catalog.  In case of a tie, the student with the higher cumulative grade point average will be the winner.  A student may win this scholarship only once while attending LRHS.

Students who meet these criteria are encouraged to submit an application.   Follow this link for the Application for the Heidel Family Scholarship for 2012-13.

For further information about establishing restricted scholarship funds, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin, Director of Advancement, at 805-495-6494, ext. 382 or lmegaffin@lareina.com.

CLASS OF 1981 LEADS ALUMNAE DONATIONS!

Congratulations and special thanks to the Class of 1981, currently the leader in alumnae donations for 2011-12.  This ranking is based upon participation for cash donations to any LRHS cause--the Legacy & Promise Annual Fund or any other restricted fund.  Examples of restricted contributions include Mock Trial, the Gina Torrey Scholarship Fund, or a cash sponsorship for a fundraising event.  The highest three classes, to date, are:

Class of 1981 - 17%

Class of 1973 - 12%

Class of 1987 and Class of 1991 - Tied at 6%

Follow this link to make an on-line donation and know that the current and future students will benefit from your generosity.  For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin by email or at 805-495-6494, ext. 382.  Alumnae, thank you for sharing your Regent spirit!

SPONSORS INVITED FOR CHAMPIONSHIP MOCK TRIAL TEAM!

Alumnae, parents and friends of LRHS are cordially invited to be sponsors for the 2012 Ventura County Mock Trial champions!  These sponsorship donations are tax-deductible and will help to defray the cost of transportation and lodging for the students, coaches and chaperones during the state competition, March 23 through 25 in Sacramento.  Gifts in any amount will be appreciated--perhaps $1,700 or $170 to celebrate 17 county championships since 1990, or $500 to sponsor a student. 

To donate online, follow this link, choose Legacy & Promise Annual Fund, Other, and indicate Mock Trial.  Or follow this link for a sponsorship form.

Thank you and know that the Regents truly appreciate the generous encouragement and support of so many.  For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin by email or at 805-495-6494, ext. 382.

EAT AT SNAPPER JACK'S - WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH

Mark your calendar and enjoy a meal a Snapper Jack's Taco Shack  AND raise funds for La Reina!

Gather up your friends, and meet other La Reina families at Snapper Jack's Taco Shack on Wednesday, February 29th from 11 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.   This fundraiser is valid at the Thousand Oaks location only:  604 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.

You MUST PRINT THIS FLYER and bring it with you when you order.  La Reina will receive 20% of sales.

This fundraiser is sponsored by La Reina's Scrip and Dads' Committees as well as the La Reina High School Parent Guild.  Thank you for supporting La Reina High School!

ANONYMOUS DONOR PLEDGES TO MATCH LEGACY & PROMISE DONATIONS

La Reina High School is most grateful to an anonymous donor who has pledged a matching gift for the Legacy & Promise Annual Fund.   Here are the details of the challenge gift.  Contributions need to be:

• made to the Legacy & Promise Annual Fund
• from parents of members of the Class of 2012--who have not already made a donation this year,
• and received by March 31, 2012.

The pledge is for a grand total of $3,000.  For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin, Director of Advancement by email or at 805-495-6494, ext. 382.  And special thanks to this great donor and to our Legacy & Promise phone-a-thon volunteers.

CLASS OF 2015 LEADS LEGACY & PROMISE ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN

Congratulations to the Class of 2015, leaders in the participation campaign for the Legacy & Promise Annual Fund or other Regent causes!  Annual fund donations are tax-deductible and make an incredible impact on the education of every Regent.  Thank you to those parents who have already joined this campaign.

The benefits of a La Reina education are many.  Yolanda Wood, grandmother of Danica Frye '08, shared one of Danica's observations.  "Although I will soon be graduating from Pepperdine University and heading for an internship with NBC Nightly News, my La Reina education is something that I would do all over again."

Current standings (based on a parent cash donation since July 1, 2011) are:

Class of 2015 - 26%

Class of 2013 - 23%

Class of 2014 - 22.9%

Class of 2017 - 22.4%

Class of 2016 - 19.6%

Class of 2012 - 18.9%

A crew of parent volunteers will conduct a phone-a-thon during the weeks of February 6 and 13, inviting parents to help us reach our goal of 100% parent participation.  To make a one-time or recurring on-line donation, follow this link.
Legacy & Promise donations may be unrestricted (for the most pressing needs) or they may be directed to financial aid or any other Regent program or department.   Check out the recently updated wish list for specific donation ideas recommended by the LRHS faculty and staff.

We are grateful for donations in any amount--every gift makes an impact!  For further information or to volunteer for the phone-a-thon, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin at 805-495-6494, ext. 382 or by email.  Thank you and God bless you for investing in the Regents of La Reina High School.

PS--Many corporations, such as Amgen, Bank of America, Verizon and Edison match donor gifts--a great way to double your investment in the Regents!

EVERY GIFT HAS AN IMPACT!

Just a reminder that the Legacy & Promise annual fund campaign is in full swing.  The students and staff wish to thank every parent, alumna, friend, business and organization who has already made a donation during 2011-12.  As a private Catholic school, La Reina is financially-independent, operating without church or government subsidies.

 

Every gift has an impact, for example:   

• Equipment for science and the performing arts
• Financial aid for 93 students
• Instructional technology
• An average class size of 24 that maximizes individualized attention. 

Learn more by following this link to the updated Wish List prepared by the staff...  Or make an unrestricted gift to meet the school's most urgent needs.  Please make an impact on our Regents through a recurring or one-time gift; just follow this link to donate online.

THANK YOU for believing in the La Reina legacy.  Your promise of support will bring hope to future generations of Regents.  Be assured of our prayerful gratitude, both now and in the future.   For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin by email or at 805-495-6494, ext. 382.

  

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1981!!!

As of December 14, the Class of 1981 is in the lead with the highest percentage of cash donations made by alumnae since July 1.  The standings are:

Class of 1981 - 38%
Class of 1987 - 14%
Class of 2008 - 9.9%
Class of 2011 - 9.9%
and these classes are tied with 4.7% each:  Classes of 1979, 1986, 1991, 1992, 1994, and 1996. 

To make an online donation for any of the scholarship funds or the Legacy & Promise annual fund, just follow this link.  Thank you for investing in your "little sisters" at LRHS.  For further informaton, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin at 805-495-6494, ext. 382 or lmegaffin@lareina.com.

GIVE A LASTING GIFT THROUGH THE TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

It’s Christmas time—the season for giving.  It’s also the season that makes us wonder, “What can I give to those at La Reina in a way that will be meaningful?”

Sometimes the best gift you can give to another is to say thank you in a way that leaves a lasting legacy.   One way you can do that is to make a donation to the TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP FUND, which allows deserving students the opportunity to continue their education at La Reina. 

By helping to educate a student, you are not only touching the present and the future, you are honoring a another person in an enduring way—because the gift of a Catholic education is a gift that lasts a lifetime.

When you donate to the TRIBUTE SCHOLARSHIP FUND, an attractive card will be sent to the honoree, saying that you have made a donation in that person’s name.  Both names will also be listed in the community edition of La Reina Today, with a circulation of 4,000.  Tribute Scholarship Fund envelopes are available in the lobby of the administration building.  Or make an online donation at:  http://www.lareina.com/donations/donate_nowForm.asp   Using the Donation Type drop-down menu, select Tribute Scholarship Fund.

What better way to honor an educator, relative or friend than to contribute to the education of a student?   Thank you and God bless you during these holy seasons of Advent and Christmas. 

OCTOBER 23 AUCTION PREVIEW

Today's Auction Item Preview:  Two tickets to the USC/UCLA Football Game
Don't miss the cross-town rivalry, USC vs. UCLA, on Saturday, November 26 at the Coliseum.  Seats are in Section 22, Row 10, Aisle 101 and 102 behind the Trojan bench.  A parking pass allows for a fantastic tailgate experience just outside the entrance to Tunnel 22.  Special thanks to our donors, Stacy and Steve Stephens.

NEW--A complete preview of all of the live auction items.  Click here to take a peak!  A few auction tickets are still available, but a sell-out is imminent.  Complete reservation information and an RSVP card are available in the Quick Links column to the right. 

If you purchase a raffle ticket today, your chances of winning $10,000 are 1 in 150.  Follow this link for raffle information. Raffle tickets will also be available at the event.

Special thanks to all of our donors, volunteers and guests.  For further information about the auction, contact Barbara Lilley at blilley@lareina.com or 805-917-7112.  SEE YOU THERE!

OCTOBER 21 AUCTION TEASER

Today's Auction Item Preview:  Golf Boot Camp with Coach Brian Creps for Four Avid Golfers
Invest a day in your life that will provide a lifetime of enjoyment with LRHS head golf coach and PGA member Brian Creps!  This package includes 3 hours of instruction in the morning (short game and full swing analysis) at the Rustic Canyon Learning Center, lunch with Coach Creps, an 18-hole playing lesson and LRHS golf shirts, bags and caps.   Special thanks to donor Brian Creps.

RSVP reminder--reservations postmarked by TODAY, October 21 are $65 per person.  Follow the link in QUICK LINKS for the Auction Invitation and RSVP card.   Remember, seating is limited!

If you purchase a ticket on the $10,000 raffle today, your odds are 1 in 150.  Follow this link for raffle information.

Thank you to all of our donors, volunteers and guests.  For further information, contact Barbara Lilley at blilley@lareina.com or 805-917-7112.

OCTOBER 20 AUCTION TEASER

Today's Auction Item Preview:  Architectural Mountain Retreat
Stay at an exquisite Mammoth Lakes home.  Good for one weekend in March or 5 nights in the summer, based on availability.  Cleaning fees included.  Sleeps 13, with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.  (VRBO #244070)  Special thanks to donors Sherry and John Anselmo.

RSVP reminder--reservations received by tomorrow, October 21, are $65 per person.  Tickets are $80 each starting October 22.   Follow the link in QUICKLINKS for the Auction Invitation and RSVP card.

If you purchase a ticket on the $10,000 raffle today, your odds are 1 in 150.   Follow this link for raffle information.

Thank you to all of your donors, volunteers and guests.  For further information, contact Barbara Lilley at blilley@lareina.com or 805-917-7112.

APPLY NOW FOR HEIDEL FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

La Reina High School is pleased to announce the second Heidel Family Scholarship, to be awarded through the generosity of Mary Heidel and Heidi Heidel '94.  This annual scholarship of $500, applicable to tuition, will be awarded to a student who:

• Has earned the Activity Letter, as described in the Student-Parent Handbook
• Has a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0
• Has earned an "A" in Citizenship for all four quarters of the previous school year
• Has completed the application form for the Heidel Family Scholarship by the last Friday in August; this year, the deadline is Friday, August 26.

The recipient of the scholarship will be the student who has met these criteria and has the most Credits through Extra-Curricular Activities (excluding athletics) as listed in the Curriculum Catalog.  In case of a tie, the student with the higher cumulative grade point average will be the winner.  A student may win this scholarship only once while attending La Reina.

Students who meet these criteria are encouraged to submit an application.  Follow this link for the Application for the Heidel Family Scholarship for 2011-12.

For further information about establishing restricted scholarship funds, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin, Director of Advancement, at 805-495-6494, ext. 382 or lmegaffin@lareina.com.

THANK YOU TO AN ANONYMOUS DONOR!

The Regents of La Reina High School would like to thank a recent anonymous donor.  This individual donated a car to Cars 4 Causes and through the sale of this vehicle, LRHS received $1,385.33.  Every student benefits through donations such as this!

Cars 4 Causes accepts cars, boats, motorcycles or RV's in 47 states.  Proceeds will then benefit LRHS--donors can designate a particular fund (such as the Legacy & Promise Annual Fund, Legacy & Promise Financial Aid, or any academic department, organization or activity).

Follow this link for further information about Cars 4 Causes, or call 888-493-9186.  And grateful blessings to our special anonymous friend!

LA REINA RECEIVES "SCHOOL CENTS" AWARD FROM THE OAKS MALL

La Reina was awarded a percentage of the School Cents prize money from The Oaks Mall recently.  Mrs. Theresa Niehoff, a representative of La Reina's Parent Guild, was present to accept the prize.  Mrs. Vaune Pierce coordinates La Reina's "School Cents" program each year.  The $423.00 gift card was used to help purchase an iPad2 for the Art Department and will be used in conjunction with the interactive projector to give the Art classroom a truely interactive experience.  Thank you to everyone who supported the School Cents program this year!

CLASS OF 2016 LEADS LEGACY & PROMISE ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN

Attention:   parents, alumnae, alumnae parents and friends of La Reina!  June 30 is the end of the LRHS fiscal year and so last-minute donations to the Legacy & Promise Annual Fund will be deeply appreciated.  Legacy & Promise helps to fund the $1,900 gap between the current tuition and the actual cost to educate each student.    Every La Reina student receives a partial tuition grant.

In the spirit of the Sisters of Notre Dame, La Reina’s tradition is to keep tuition reasonable so that any qualified student can attend.  Today, 14% of current La Reina students receive financial aid.  A donor may designate a Legacy & Promise contribution as unrestricted, as financial aid, or as a contribution for any LRHS activity or academic department.

Thank you to the many parents, alumnae and friends who have already donated to Legacy & Promise this year.   These are the standings for current parent participation in this campaign:

Class of 2016, 47%
Class of 2013, 36%
Class of 2014, 35%
Class of 2011, 34%
Class of 2015, 30%
Class of 2012, 22%

This fall, a 2010-11 annual report will be published and donors will be recognized according to these giving levels:

President’s Council:   $5,000 +
Principal’s Circle:  $2,500 – 1,001
Emerald Club:  $1,000 – 501
Regents’ Club:  $500 – 251
Green & Gold Circle:  $250 – 101
Friends of La Reina:  $100 – 1

To make a one-time or recurring online donation, follow this link:  http://www.lareina.com/donations/donate_nowForm.asp

We are grateful for donations in any amount—every sacrifice will touch the present and the future.  For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin at 805-495-6494, ext. 382.  We pray that God will bless you and your family for being partners with us.

PS--Many corporations, such as Amgen, Bank of America and Verizon, match donor gifts...a great way to double your investment in the Regents!

PARENT GUILD ONLINE AUCTION LAUNCHED

Look out Ebay!  The LRHS Parent Guild has launched a spring online auction with some great bargains and unique items.  Be sure to check it out--bid early, bid often!  The online auction closes on April 10.  And special thanks to all of the donors who are making this cyber-event possible.  To donate an item, contact Barbara Lilley, Director of Parent Relations, blilley@lareina.com, 805-917-7112.

Follow this link, have some fun, and support the Regents!

CLASS OF 2013 CONTINUES TO LEAD LEGACY & PROMISE CAMPAIGN

This message is a reminder about La Reina’s Legacy & Promise annual fund campaign.  This fund helps to close the $1,900 gap between the tuition and the actual cost-to-educate each student.  Thank you to the fantastic crew of Phone-a-thon volunteers who called parents during the weeks of March 14 and 21! 

Special thanks, too, to the parents who donated during the Phone-a-thon or have pledged to make a contribution before June 30, the end of the fiscal year. 

Congratulations to the Class of 2013, continuing to maintain their lead in participation.  The current standings are:

Class of 2013 – 38%

Class of 2016 – 36%
Class of 2011 – 33%
Class of 2014 – 29%
Class of 2015 – 28%
Class of 2012 – 21%

Remember, donations in any amount will make an incredible difference!

Please invest in the Regents through a recurring or one-time gift.   Your donation will help fill the tuition gap, provide financial aid, or support other Regent programs.  To donate online, just follow this link. 

Thank you for believing in the La Reina legacy.  Your promise of support will bring hope to future generations of Regents.  Be assured of our prayers and good wishes, both now and in the future.  For further information, contact Sr. Lisa Megaffin, Director of Advancement at 805-495-6494, ext. 382 or lmegaffin@lareina.com.