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Aug 20 School Pictures- COMPLETE UNIFORM REQUIRED 
Aug 24 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Golf, ALL SPORTS Seniors)
Aug 25 A'28 Welcome Mass and Parent Meeting (4:30-6:30 pm)
Aug 26 Freshmen Retreat (No school grades 10-12)
Aug 26 Booster Club Golf Tournament
Aug 28 Parents' Back to School Night (6:15-9:30 pm)

Click here to access parent resources! 

You can also go to My DASH > Parent Resources

Parking Pass Payments

If your junior or senior daughter has been issued a parking spot in the student lot, you may pay the $20 registration fee by clicking here if you have not already done so. Your daughter can also see Mr. Krakowski to pay by cash or check (payable to “Duchesne Academy”). Any students with an unpaid parking registration at the end of the semester will have a hold placed on their admit for final exams. If you have questions about parking at Duchesne please contact Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org.

Sign up to Volunteer

Fall sports are around the corner! It's time to start thinking about your 2024-25 Booster Club membership.
Here's what you can get as a member:

DASH Super Fan Supporter: admits family to all home games/meets ($250.00)
Cardinal Supporter: admits two people to all home games/meets ($175.00)
Grandparent Supporter: admits two grandparents to all home games/meets ($50.00)
Alumnae Supporter: admits an alumna and one guest to all home games/meets ($50.00)

Purchase Membership or Tickets

The master schedule for the 2024-25 school year is being built and schedules will be released after the July 4 holiday. At this time, schedule changes will not be accepted until July 29 through the add/drop period of August 20. Parents will be notified of any student-initiated requests for different classes.

Search "DASH Sports Medicine" on the Team Stack app or click here!

Through this page, you'll be able to fill out pre-participation paperwork, check out the Duchesne concussion policy, and see important deadlines. Parents will also be able to chat with our Athletic Trainer, Catherine Lewis, directly through the page.

Sophie's Kitchen utilizes GoFan to sell individual lunches (a same day purchase) and lunch passes for an entire quarter. 

Student lunch prices for the 2024-25 school year are:
$6.00 per lunch with a quarterly pass
$7.00 per lunch if purchased day of

Purchase Quarter 1 Lunch Pass

Quarter 2 Lunch Passes will be available soon

To purchase a pass:
1. Download the GoFan App
2. Search for Duchesne Academy or click here
3. Review and buy your pass
4. Your lunch "ticket" will pop up on the app. Note: Screenshots will not be accepted. Your student must have her own GoFan account on her phone or iPad.

How does lunch work?

Students will use their phone or iPad to present their lunch pass.  It will work one time in a 24 hour period, so siblings will each need their own lunch pass. 

Students who have a lunch pass for the quarter will NOT need to complete a lunch survey to order lunch. They will automatically be counted for a lunch each day.

First quarter lunch passes are good for 41 lunches and cost 240.00. Families wishing to use the lunch pass will need to buy a lunch pass at the beginning of each quarter. 

Cash will be accepted for single lunch purchases as students go through the lunch line.  We will no longer accept debit or credit cards for single lunch purchases. Mrs. Becker will still have the IOU list for those little emergencies such as phones left at home, cash left at home or when a student is lured to the cafeteria by the smells and didn’t plan to eat that day. 

Duchesne has one lunch period a day and more than 100 students, faculty and staff come through the line.  In order to keep things moving and give our community time to enjoy the fabulous meal, we rely on parent volunteers to come serve lunch. 
Parents, grandparents, older siblings, all are welcome to come to Sophie’s Kitchen and serve lunch. 
Use the sign up genius link and pick your time to come help! 

Sunday, September 15
10:00 AM
Harry A Koch Trap and Skeet
6802 Harrison St.
La Vista, NE

The following program is at NO COST and available to first-year shooters:

1. Student will be give complete instruction of safety and use of a Trap Shooting Gun

2. 12 gauge shot guns will be available for use. (Team Guns) You may use your own gun if you prefer.

3. Shot gun shells will be available at No Cost.

4. Target’s will be No Cost.

Parent Association meetings are from 12:00 – 1:00 PM at Duchesne. Check-in at Portry Reception desk for a visitor badge; the conference room is behind Portry. All parents are invited and welcome to attend any Parent Association meeting.

• Wednesday, September 11th
• Wednesday, October 9th
• Wednesday, November 13th
• Wednesday, December 11th
• Wednesday, January 8th
• Wednesday, February 12th
• Wednesday, March 5th
• Wednesday, April 9th
• Wednesday, May 7th

A'28 Parents, please join us for a special mass in our beautiful chapel with your daughter on Sunday, August 25th at 4:15 PM. After mass, students will begin their retreat on campus and parents are encouraged to attend an engaging event centered around Duchesne mission and community.

At 5:00 PM, you will hear important information from our Head of School, principal and freshman class moderator. You will also have the opportunity to meet your daughter's advisor and other freshman parents. We hope to see you at this special event!
Click here to read more >>>

PSAT/NMSQT Test Registration (Juniors)

The PreACT 8/9, the PreACT, and the ACT is the annual required tests administered to 9^th, 10^th, and 11^th graders. This family of tests better prepares our students to take the ACT, provides a more accurate snapshot of student progress, and delivers more useful data for curriculum development. As a result, Juniors are no longer required to take the PSAT/NMSQT at Duchesne.

The PSAT/NMSQT is not part of any college admissions process. The primary purpose of the PSAT/NMSQT is to qualify students for the National Merit Scholar program and the potential for recognition and scholarship opportunities through this highly selective competition. While this test is no longer required of Juniors at Duchesne, we recognize that some Juniors may wish to participate in the National Merit Scholar competition. Duchesne will offer the PSAT/NMSQT on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10am.  This is the Friday of Parent/Teachers Conferences and students are otherwise not required to be at school. If your daughter is a junior and would like to take the PSAT/NMSQT at Duchesne on that date, please contact Mr. Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org. The final day to register for the PSAT/NMSQT is September 6. The deadline to request accommodations for qualifying students is August 23.

Duchesne Academy’s fall production will be “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, a script written by local playwrights Ben Beck and Jill Anderson, and based on the Washington Irving’s iconic story. Performances will be October 24th-27th.

Auditions will be Tuesday, August 27th and Wednesday, August 28th from 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM.

Those auditioning will be asked to read from the script and take part in a variety of fun, impromptu acting exercises with other actors. You don’t need to memorize anything to audition. 
Students who wish to work on the production crew can apply for a position next week. Please see Mr. Becker for more information.

We will be using a new system to keep track of service hours this year – it is the same platform (Helper Helper) used to track Dash Deeds hours. A login and information has been sent to all the students.

Required hours by May 1:
Freshmen 10
Sophomores 15
Juniors 20

Fr. Boyle, who received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in May, the nation’s highest civilian honor, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address on Monday, Aug. 26, at 7 p.m. CDT (5 p.m. MST) on Creighton’s Omaha campus, in the Mike and Josie Harper Center, Ahmanson Ballroom. His talk is free and open to the public. It also will be livestreamed. Please register to attend in person or to obtain the livestream link. More information HERE.

The Archdiocese will be having another Fiat women's Discernment Retreat September 6-8 at the Missionary Benedictine Sisters Immaculata Monastery in Norfolk. This retreat is open to women ages 18-30. Sisters from a number of different communities will be present at the retreat.

Aug 14 Freshman Orientation – 8:45-3:15  
Aug 15 Senior Orientation – 8:45- 3:00 
Aug 16 Opening Convocation – First Day of Classes – (full school day)
Aug 18 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Softball, Cheerleading)  
Aug 19 Cardinal Parent Partnership Ice Cream Social - 6:00-7:30 pm
Aug 20 School Pictures- COMPLETE UNIFORM REQUIRED 
Aug 24 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Golf, ALL SPORTS Seniors)
Aug 25 A'28 Welcome Mass and Parent Meeting (4:30-6:30 pm)
Aug 26 Freshmen Retreat (No school grades 10-12)
Aug 26 Booster Club Golf Tournament
Aug 28 Parents' Back to School Night (6:15-9:30 pm)

Click here to access parent resources! 

You can also go to My DASH > Parent Resources

Time to get outfitted for a great school year!  Our uniform provider is DiGiorgios Sportswear.  You can shop their store front
OMAHA - MILLARD
14111 Q St
Omaha, NE 68137
(402) 894-5627
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday:  - Closed
Or online.
https://www.digiorgios.com/uniforms

If you need financial assistance for any uniform pieces, please contact abecker@duchesneacademy.org

If you are the parent of a junior or senior who is interested in a reserved parking space for the upcoming school year you must complete the appropriate section on the online registration form. Only students whose forms are submitted by the deadline will be considered for parking. All seniors are guaranteed a spot and seniors who did not have a spot as juniors will be given priority for spots closer to the Performing Arts Center entrance. Because there are not enough spots for all students, Juniors requesting a spot will be entered into a lottery and randomly chosen for any spots not already assigned to seniors. It is highly unlikely that all students requesting a spot will receive one. Permits cost $20 and payment information will be sent after all spots have been assigned. If you have questions about parking, please contact Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org.

The Fall Lacrosse season starts 8/18. Contact Coach Jen for more information and to get registered. Jschroen@duchesneacademy.org. This is open to new and returning players. 

Sign up to Volunteer

Fall sports are around the corner! It's time to start thinking about your 2024-25 Booster Club membership.
Here's what you can get as a member:

DASH Super Fan Supporter: admits family to all home games/meets ($250.00)
Cardinal Supporter: admits two people to all home games/meets ($175.00)
Grandparent Supporter: admits two grandparents to all home games/meets ($50.00)
Alumnae Supporter: admits an alumna and one guest to all home games/meets ($50.00)

Purchase Membership or Tickets

The master schedule for the 2024-25 school year is being built and schedules will be released after the July 4 holiday. At this time, schedule changes will not be accepted until July 29 through the add/drop period of August 20. Parents will be notified of any student-initiated requests for different classes.

2024-25 Student Resources

Summer Reading

Search "DASH Sports Medicine" on the Team Stack app or click here!

Through this page, you'll be able to fill out pre-participation paperwork, check out the Duchesne concussion policy, and see important deadlines. Parents will also be able to chat with our Athletic Trainer, Catherine Lewis, directly through the page.

Niche is the market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and families. You can help connect other Sacred Heart-minded families with Duchesne by simply writing us a review. Click here to get started>>>

We hope that all of the students are enjoying the assigned summer reading. There are 2 kinds of summer reading:

1. Your English class assignment. These books should be read closely and annotated. Students will be assessed over the books in the first weeks of school.
    
2. The All-school read, The Lemon Tree. This book will not be assessed. It should be read to deepen understanding of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict and to appreciate the courage of the two main character’s dialogue amid this conflict. No dates, names, or timeline need to be memorized. Mrs. Reinhart, World Cultures teacher and Social Studies Department Chair, created a guide to help those who have not yet taken World Cultures or who need a refresher about the conflict. The lecture/slides are HERE

Wednesday, August 14 we will welcome A28 into the building to start their school year. Students can arrive at school as early as 8:00a.m. and parents are encouraged to come in for coffee donuts and a chance to see how they can be involved in the Duchesne community. 

Orientation is from 8:45-3:00p.m.   

Students should come in uniform, but do not need to bring school supplies that day. Lunch will be served. 

Freshman Parents - Join us for coffee and donuts from 8-9 AM after dropping your daughter off for her first day at Duchesne on Wednesday, August 14th. This is a great way to connect with other parents and learn how you can be involved over the next 4 years! 

Thursday, August 15 is orientation for A25!  Seniors will gather in the PAC for donuts and class bonding time.  They will work through some special activities, learn about senior privileges and spend some time with Mrs. Swanson to talk about college applications.  At 2:00p.m. we will move to the parking lot and any student with a reserved spot will be allowed to personalize a 3x3 feet square.  Students must provide the paint and tools and all designs must be approved by Mrs. Becker. 

Seniors need to come in uniform and lunch will be served. 

Volleyball Tryouts:
Monday, August 12^th and Tuesday, August 13^th
6:00-8:00PM at Duchesne
*Teams will be announced via email by 10:00PM on August 13^th. 

Softball:
Monday, August 12^th through Friday, August 16^th
4:00-6:00PM at Dill Field

Golf:
Monday, August 12^th
1:00 PM
@ Gym
*Practices for the rest of the week will be shared at the meeting.

Cross Country:
Monday, August 12^th from 2:00-3:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)
 
Tuesday, August 13^th from 3:30-5:00PM 
@ Duchesne
 
Wednesday, August 14^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Duchesne
 
Thursday, August 15^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)
 
Friday, August 16^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)

Sophie's Kitchen utilizes GoFan to sell individual lunches (a same day purchase) and lunch passes for an entire quarter. 

Student lunch prices for the 2024-25 school year are:
$6.00 per lunch with a quarterly pass
$7.00 per lunch if purchased day of

Purchase Quarter 1 Lunch Pass

Quarter 2 Lunch Passes will be available soon

To purchase a pass:
1. Download the GoFan App
2. Search for Duchesne Academy or click here
3. Review and buy your pass
4. Your lunch "ticket" will pop up on the app. Note: Screenshots will not be accepted. Your student must have her own GoFan account on her phone or iPad.

How does lunch work?

Students will use their phone or iPad to present their lunch pass.  It will work one time in a 24 hour period, so siblings will each need their own lunch pass. 

Students who have a lunch pass for the quarter will NOT need to complete a lunch survey to order lunch. They will automatically be counted for a lunch each day.

First quarter lunch passes are good for 41 lunches and cost 240.00. Families wishing to use the lunch pass will need to buy a lunch pass at the beginning of each quarter. 

Cash will be accepted for single lunch purchases as students go through the lunch line.  We will no longer accept debit or credit cards for single lunch purchases. Mrs. Becker will still have the IOU list for those little emergencies such as phones left at home, cash left at home or when a student is lured to the cafeteria by the smells and didn’t plan to eat that day. 

Duchesne has one lunch period a day and more than 100 students, faculty and staff come through the line.  In order to keep things moving and give our community time to enjoy the fabulous meal, we rely on parent volunteers to come serve lunch. 
Parents, grandparents, older siblings, all are welcome to come to Sophie’s Kitchen and serve lunch. 
Use the sign up genius link and pick your time to come help! 

Lifetouch will be on campus for school photos on Tuesday, August 20.  They will set up in the PAC and begin taking photos at 8:15 for those who arrive early and want to get their photo done before school. Complete uniform is required for all students.  Seniors will have their photo taken for ID purposes only.

 Your daughter will receive an order form from her advisor on the first day of school.  Forms will be available the day of photos as well. 

Sunday, September 15
10:00 AM
Harry A Koch Trap and Skeet
6802 Harrison St.
La Vista, NE

The following program is at NO COST and available to first-year shooters:

1. Student will be give complete instruction of safety and use of a Trap Shooting Gun

2. 12 gauge shot guns will be available for use. (Team Guns) You may use your own gun if you prefer.

3. Shot gun shells will be available at No Cost.

4. Target’s will be No Cost.

Aug 9 Fall Sports Paperwork Due
Aug 12 Grade 9 iPad Out of Box  
Aug 14 Freshman Orientation – 8:45-3:15  
Aug 15 Senior Orientation – 8:45- 3:00 
Aug 16 Opening Convocation – First Day of Classes – (full school day)
Aug 18 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Softball, Cheerleading)  
Aug 20 School Pictures- COMPLETE UNIFORM REQUIRED 
Aug 24 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Golf, ALL SPORTS Seniors)
Aug 25 A'28 Welcome Mass and Parent Meeting (4:30-6:30 pm)
Aug 26 Freshmen Retreat (No school grades 10-12)
Aug 26 Booster Club Golf Tournament
Aug 28 Parents' Back to School Night (6:15-9:30 pm)

Click here to access parent resources! 

You can also go to My DASH > Parent Resources

Monday, August 12th for A'28
Performing Arts Center

Session Times: 

• Session 1 – begins promptly at 8:45am and runs until 10:00am – for students with last names beginning in letters A-G
• Session 2 – begins promptly at 10:15am and runs until 11:30am – for students with last names beginning in letters H-M
• Session 3 – begins promptly at 11:45am and runs until 1:00pm – for students with last names beginning in letters N-Z

YOUR DAUGHTER NEEDS TO HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS COMPLETED BEFORE ARRIVING:

• Your daughter needs her own unique Apple ID email address and password.  If she doesn’t have an Apple ID, she can create one here, https://appleid.apple.com/account.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID can be part of your Family Sharing plan with Apple if you have that setup, but it’s NOT to be the same one that you as parents use for app store purchases.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must be connected to a credit card. 
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must have purchased, at minimum, the $.99/month 50GB of iCloud storage plan.
• Your daughter needs to bring her phone, assuming her Apple ID has two-factor authentication enabled.  She also may need to contact you during the event.

 
Questions should be directed to the following people: 

• School Principal – Dr. Laura Hickman (lhickman@duchesneacademy.org)
• IT Director – Mr. Jason Schlesiger (jschlesiger@duchesneacademy.org)  

Time to get outfitted for a great school year!  Our uniform provider is DiGiorgios Sportswear.  You can shop their store front
OMAHA - MILLARD
14111 Q St
Omaha, NE 68137
(402) 894-5627
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday:  - Closed
Or online.
https://www.digiorgios.com/uniforms

If you need financial assistance for any uniform pieces, please contact abecker@duchesneacademy.org

If you are the parent of a junior or senior who is interested in a reserved parking space for the upcoming school year you must complete the appropriate section on the online registration form. Only students whose forms are submitted by the deadline will be considered for parking. All seniors are guaranteed a spot and seniors who did not have a spot as juniors will be given priority for spots closer to the Performing Arts Center entrance. Because there are not enough spots for all students, Juniors requesting a spot will be entered into a lottery and randomly chosen for any spots not already assigned to seniors. It is highly unlikely that all students requesting a spot will receive one. Permits cost $20 and payment information will be sent after all spots have been assigned. If you have questions about parking, please contact Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org.

The Fall Lacrosse season starts 8/18. Contact Coach Jen for more information and to get registered. Jschroen@duchesneacademy.org. This is open to new and returning players. 

All students participating in athletics at Duchesne must have the following documents completed to participate:

1. Fall Sports Registration Form (online - fall athletes only)
2. Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Form dated after May 1^st, 2024 and signed by a medical professional (Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)
3. Complete Duchesne Athlete-Parent Contract (online)
4. Complete the NSAA Consent Form ((Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)

All athletes participating in a fall sport must have everything turned in by Friday, August 9^th.

Click here for more: https://www.duchesneacademy.org/athletics/registration-consent-forms

Sign up to Volunteer

Fall sports are around the corner! It's time to start thinking about your 2024-25 Booster Club membership.
Here's what you can get as a member:

DASH Super Fan Supporter: admits family to all home games/meets ($250.00)
Cardinal Supporter: admits two people to all home games/meets ($175.00)
Grandparent Supporter: admits two grandparents to all home games/meets ($50.00)
Alumnae Supporter: admits an alumna and one guest to all home games/meets ($50.00)

The master schedule for the 2024-25 school year is being built and schedules will be released after the July 4 holiday. At this time, schedule changes will not be accepted until July 29 through the add/drop period of August 20. Parents will be notified of any student-initiated requests for different classes.

2024-25 Student Resources

Summer Reading

Search "DASH Sports Medicine" on the Team Stack app or click here!

Through this page, you'll be able to fill out pre-participation paperwork, check out the Duchesne concussion policy, and see important deadlines. Parents will also be able to chat with our Athletic Trainer, Catherine Lewis, directly through the page.

Niche is the market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and families. You can help connect other Sacred Heart-minded families with Duchesne by simply writing us a review. Click here to get started>>>

We hope that all of the students are enjoying the assigned summer reading. There are 2 kinds of summer reading:

1. Your English class assignment. These books should be read closely and annotated. Students will be assessed over the books in the first weeks of school.
    
2. The All-school read, The Lemon Tree. This book will not be assessed. It should be read to deepen understanding of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict and to appreciate the courage of the two main character’s dialogue amid this conflict. No dates, names, or timeline need to be memorized. Mrs. Reinhart, World Cultures teacher and Social Studies Department Chair, created a guide to help those who have not yet taken World Cultures or who need a refresher about the conflict. The lecture/slides are HERE

Wednesday, August 14 we will welcome A28 into the building to start their school year. Students can arrive at school as early as 8:00a.m. and parents are encouraged to come in for coffee donuts and a chance to see how they can be involved in the Duchesne community. 

Orientation is from 8:45-3:00p.m.   

Students should come in uniform, but do not need to bring school supplies that day. Lunch will be served. 

Freshman Parents - Join us for coffee and donuts from 8-9 AM after dropping your daughter off for her first day at Duchesne on Wednesday, August 14th. This is a great way to connect with other parents and learn how you can be involved over the next 4 years! 

Thursday, August 15 is orientation for A25!  Seniors will gather in the PAC for donuts and class bonding time.  They will work through some special activities, learn about senior privileges and spend some time with Mrs. Swanson to talk about college applications.  At 2:00p.m. we will move to the parking lot and any student with a reserved spot will be allowed to personalize a 3x3 feet square.  Students must provide the paint and tools and all designs must be approved by Mrs. Becker. 

Seniors need to come in uniform and lunch will be served. 

Volleyball Tryouts:
Monday, August 12^th and Tuesday, August 13^th
6:00-8:00PM at Duchesne
*Teams will be announced via email by 10:00PM on August 13^th. 

Softball:
Monday, August 12^th through Friday, August 16^th
4:00-6:00PM at Dill Field

Golf:
Monday, August 12^th
1:00 PM
@ Gym
*Practices for the rest of the week will be shared at the meeting.

Cross Country:
Monday, August 12^th from 2:00-3:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)
 
Tuesday, August 13^th from 3:30-5:00PM 
@ Duchesne
 
Wednesday, August 14^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Duchesne
 
Thursday, August 15^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)
 
Friday, August 16^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)

Sophie's Kitchen utilizes GoFan to sell individual lunches (a same day purchase) and lunch passes for an entire quarter. 

Student lunch prices for the 2024-25 school year are:
$6.00 per lunch with a quarterly pass
$7.00 per lunch if purchased day of

Purchase Quarter 1 Lunch Pass

Quarter 2 Lunch Passes will be available soon

To purchase a pass:
1. Download the GoFan App
2. Search for Duchesne Academy or click here
3. Review and buy your pass
4. Your lunch "ticket" will pop up on the app. Note: Screenshots will not be accepted. Your student must have her own GoFan account on her phone or iPad.

How does lunch work?

Students will use their phone or iPad to present their lunch pass.  It will work one time in a 24 hour period, so siblings will each need their own lunch pass. 

Students who have a lunch pass for the quarter will NOT need to complete a lunch survey to order lunch. They will automatically be counted for a lunch each day.

First quarter lunch passes are good for 41 lunches and cost 240.00. Families wishing to use the lunch pass will need to buy a lunch pass at the beginning of each quarter. 

Cash will be accepted for single lunch purchases as students go through the lunch line.  We will no longer accept debit or credit cards for single lunch purchases. Mrs. Becker will still have the IOU list for those little emergencies such as phones left at home, cash left at home or when a student is lured to the cafeteria by the smells and didn’t plan to eat that day. 

Duchesne has one lunch period a day and more than 100 students, faculty and staff come through the line.  In order to keep things moving and give our community time to enjoy the fabulous meal, we rely on parent volunteers to come serve lunch. 
Parents, grandparents, older siblings, all are welcome to come to Sophie’s Kitchen and serve lunch. 
Use the sign up genius link and pick your time to come help! 

Lifetouch will be on campus for school photos on Tuesday, August 20.  They will set up in the PAC and begin taking photos at 8:15 for those who arrive early and want to get their photo done before school. Complete uniform is required for all students.  Seniors will have their photo taken for ID purposes only.

 Your daughter will receive an order form from her advisor on the first day of school.  Forms will be available the day of photos as well. 

Sacred Heart educators, in partnership with the Society of the Sacred Heart, came together for the Sacred Heart Stories workshop, at which they conducted primary source research that would help bring more of the rich history of Sacred Heart Education to U.S. and World History courses throughout the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

Duchesne's History Department Chair, Heidi Reinhart, participated in the workshop. Click here to read more >>>

Aug 9 Fall Sports Paperwork Due
Aug 12 Grade 9 iPad Out of Box  
Aug 14 Freshman Orientation – 8:45-3:15  
Aug 15 Senior Orientation – 8:45- 3:00 
Aug 16 Opening Convocation – First Day of Classes – (full school day)
Aug 18 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Softball, Cheerleading)  
Aug 20 School Pictures- COMPLETE UNIFORM REQUIRED 
Aug 24 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Golf, ALL SPORTS Seniors)
Aug 25 A'28 Welcome Mass and Parent Meeting (4:30-6:30 pm)
Aug 26 Freshmen Retreat (No school grades 10-12)
Aug 26 Booster Club Golf Tournament
Aug 28 Parents' Back to School Night (6:15-9:30 pm)

Click here to access parent resources! 

You can also go to My DASH > Parent Resources

Monday, August 12th for A'28
Performing Arts Center

Session Times: 

• Session 1 – begins promptly at 8:45am and runs until 10:00am – for students with last names beginning in letters A-G
• Session 2 – begins promptly at 10:15am and runs until 11:30am – for students with last names beginning in letters H-M
• Session 3 – begins promptly at 11:45am and runs until 1:00pm – for students with last names beginning in letters N-Z

YOUR DAUGHTER NEEDS TO HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS COMPLETED BEFORE ARRIVING:

• Your daughter needs her own unique Apple ID email address and password.  If she doesn’t have an Apple ID, she can create one here, https://appleid.apple.com/account.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID can be part of your Family Sharing plan with Apple if you have that setup, but it’s NOT to be the same one that you as parents use for app store purchases.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must be connected to a credit card. 
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must have purchased, at minimum, the $.99/month 50GB of iCloud storage plan.
• Your daughter needs to bring her phone, assuming her Apple ID has two-factor authentication enabled.  She also may need to contact you during the event.

 
Questions should be directed to the following people: 

• School Principal – Dr. Laura Hickman (lhickman@duchesneacademy.org)
• IT Director – Mr. Jason Schlesiger (jschlesiger@duchesneacademy.org)  

Time to get outfitted for a great school year!  Our uniform provider is DiGiorgios Sportswear.  You can shop their store front
OMAHA - MILLARD
14111 Q St
Omaha, NE 68137
(402) 894-5627
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday:  - Closed
Or online.
https://www.digiorgios.com/uniforms

If you need financial assistance for any uniform pieces, please contact abecker@duchesneacademy.org

If you are the parent of a junior or senior who is interested in a reserved parking space for the upcoming school year you must complete the appropriate section on the online registration form. Only students whose forms are submitted by the deadline will be considered for parking. All seniors are guaranteed a spot and seniors who did not have a spot as juniors will be given priority for spots closer to the Performing Arts Center entrance. Because there are not enough spots for all students, Juniors requesting a spot will be entered into a lottery and randomly chosen for any spots not already assigned to seniors. It is highly unlikely that all students requesting a spot will receive one. Permits cost $20 and payment information will be sent after all spots have been assigned. If you have questions about parking, please contact Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org.

The Fall Lacrosse season starts 8/18. Contact Coach Jen for more information and to get registered. Jschroen@duchesneacademy.org. This is open to new and returning players. 

All students participating in athletics at Duchesne must have the following documents completed to participate:

1. Fall Sports Registration Form (online - fall athletes only)
2. Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Form dated after May 1^st, 2024 and signed by a medical professional (Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)
3. Complete Duchesne Athlete-Parent Contract (online)
4. Complete the NSAA Consent Form ((Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)

All athletes participating in a fall sport must have everything turned in by Friday, August 9^th.

Click here for more: https://www.duchesneacademy.org/athletics/registration-consent-forms

Fall sports are around the corner! It's time to start thinking about your 2024-25 Booster Club membership.
Here's what you can get as a member:

DASH Super Fan Supporter: admits family to all home games/meets ($250.00)
Cardinal Supporter: admits two people to all home games/meets ($175.00)
Grandparent Supporter: admits two grandparents to all home games/meets ($50.00)
Alumnae Supporter: admits an alumna and one guest to all home games/meets ($50.00)

The master schedule for the 2024-25 school year is being built and schedules will be released after the July 4 holiday. At this time, schedule changes will not be accepted until July 29 through the add/drop period of August 20. Parents will be notified of any student-initiated requests for different classes.

2024-25 Student Resources

Summer Reading

Search "DASH Sports Medicine" on the Team Stack app or click here!

Through this page, you'll be able to fill out pre-participation paperwork, check out the Duchesne concussion policy, and see important deadlines. Parents will also be able to chat with our Athletic Trainer, Catherine Lewis, directly through the page.

Niche is the market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and families. You can help connect other Sacred Heart-minded families with Duchesne by simply writing us a review. Click here to get started>>>

We hope that all of the students are enjoying the assigned summer reading. There are 2 kinds of summer reading:

1. Your English class assignment. These books should be read closely and annotated. Students will be assessed over the books in the first weeks of school.
    
2. The All-school read, The Lemon Tree. This book will not be assessed. It should be read to deepen understanding of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict and to appreciate the courage of the two main character’s dialogue amid this conflict. No dates, names, or timeline need to be memorized. Mrs. Reinhart, World Cultures teacher and Social Studies Department Chair, created a guide to help those who have not yet taken World Cultures or who need a refresher about the conflict. The lecture/slides are HERE

Wednesday, August 14 we will welcome A28 into the building to start their school year. Students can arrive at school as early as 8:00a.m. and parents are encouraged to come in for coffee donuts and a chance to see how they can be involved in the Duchesne community. 

Orientation is from 8:45-3:00p.m.   

Students should come in uniform, but do not need to bring school supplies that day. Lunch will be served. 

Freshman Parents - Join us for coffee and donuts from 8-9 AM after dropping your daughter off for her first day at Duchesne on Wednesday, August 14th. This is a great way to connect with other parents and learn how you can be involved over the next 4 years! 

Thursday, August 15 is orientation for A25!  Seniors will gather in the PAC for donuts and class bonding time.  They will work through some special activities, learn about senior privileges and spend some time with Mrs. Swanson to talk about college applications.  At 2:00p.m. we will move to the parking lot and any student with a reserved spot will be allowed to personalize a 3x3 feet square.  Students must provide the paint and tools and all designs must be approved by Mrs. Becker. 

Seniors need to come in uniform and lunch will be served. 

Volleyball Tryouts:
Monday, August 12^th and Tuesday, August 13^th
6:00-8:00PM at Duchesne
*Teams will be announced via email by 10:00PM on August 13^th. 

Softball:
Monday, August 12^th through Friday, August 16^th
4:00-6:00PM at Dill Field

Golf:
Monday, August 12^th
1:00 PM
@ Gym
*Practices for the rest of the week will be shared at the meeting.

Cross Country:
Monday, August 12^th from 2:00-3:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)
 
Tuesday, August 13^th from 3:30-5:00PM 
@ Duchesne
 
Wednesday, August 14^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Duchesne
 
Thursday, August 15^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)
 
Friday, August 16^th from 3:30-5:00PM
@ Memorial Park (Circle Drive)

All families should have received an email about the data verification due July 25. If you did not receive the instructions, please reach out toDr. Hickman. If you need help accessing the parent portal, please contact Mrs. Pavel.

July 25 Data verification due
July 25 Athletics Garage Sale
July 25 Louie's 1st birthday party!
July 28 A'28 Party
Aug 9 Fall Sports Paperwork Due
Aug 12 Grade 9 iPad Out of Box  
Aug 14 Freshman Orientation – 8:45-3:15  
Aug 15 Senior Orientation – 8:45- 3:00 
Aug 16 Opening Convocation – First Day of Classes – (full school day)
Aug 18 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Softball, Cheerleading)  
Aug 20 School Pictures- COMPLETE UNIFORM REQUIRED 
Aug 24 Fall Sports Media Day (Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Golf, ALL SPORTS Seniors)
Aug 25 A'28 Welcome Mass and Parent Meeting (4:30-6:30 pm)
Aug 26 Freshmen Retreat (No school grades 10-12)
Aug 26 Booster Club Golf Tournament
Aug 28 Parents' Back to School Night (6:15-9:30 pm)

Click here to access parent resources! 

You can also go to My DASH > Parent Resources

Monday, August 12th for A'28
Performing Arts Center

Session Times: 

• Session 1 – begins promptly at 8:45am and runs until 10:00am – for students with last names beginning in letters A-G
• Session 2 – begins promptly at 10:15am and runs until 11:30am – for students with last names beginning in letters H-M
• Session 3 – begins promptly at 11:45am and runs until 1:00pm – for students with last names beginning in letters N-Z

YOUR DAUGHTER NEEDS TO HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS COMPLETED BEFORE ARRIVING:

• Your daughter needs her own unique Apple ID email address and password.  If she doesn’t have an Apple ID, she can create one here, https://appleid.apple.com/account.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID can be part of your Family Sharing plan with Apple if you have that setup, but it’s NOT to be the same one that you as parents use for app store purchases.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must be connected to a credit card. 
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must have purchased, at minimum, the $.99/month 50GB of iCloud storage plan.
• Your daughter needs to bring her phone, assuming her Apple ID has two-factor authentication enabled.  She also may need to contact you during the event.

 
Questions should be directed to the following people: 

• School Principal – Dr. Laura Hickman (lhickman@duchesneacademy.org)
• IT Director – Mr. Jason Schlesiger (jschlesiger@duchesneacademy.org)  

Time to get outfitted for a great school year!  Our uniform provider is DiGiorgios Sportswear.  You can shop their store front
OMAHA - MILLARD
14111 Q St
Omaha, NE 68137
(402) 894-5627
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday:  - Closed
Or online.
https://www.digiorgios.com/uniforms

If you need financial assistance for any uniform pieces, please contact abecker@duchesneacademy.org

If you are the parent of a junior or senior who is interested in a reserved parking space for the upcoming school year you must complete the appropriate section on the online registration form. Only students whose forms are submitted by the deadline will be considered for parking. All seniors are guaranteed a spot and seniors who did not have a spot as juniors will be given priority for spots closer to the Performing Arts Center entrance. Because there are not enough spots for all students, Juniors requesting a spot will be entered into a lottery and randomly chosen for any spots not already assigned to seniors. It is highly unlikely that all students requesting a spot will receive one. Permits cost $20 and payment information will be sent after all spots have been assigned. If you have questions about parking, please contact Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org.

The Fall Lacrosse season starts 8/18. Contact Coach Jen for more information and to get registered. Jschroen@duchesneacademy.org. This is open to new and returning players. 

Love vintage Cardinal swag?

Join us Thursday, July 25 from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for the ultimate athletics garage sale!

Hundreds of items will be on sale-priced to move!
Short sleeve shirts and tanks- 1.00!  
Shorts- .50!
Long sleeves and sweatpants- 2.00!  
There are golf bags, stretch bands, and other pieces of equipment available too. 

All students participating in athletics at Duchesne must have the following documents completed to participate:

1. Fall Sports Registration Form (online - fall athletes only)
2. Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Form dated after May 1^st, 2024 and signed by a medical professional (Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)
3. Complete Duchesne Athlete-Parent Contract (online)
4. Complete the NSAA Consent Form ((Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)

All athletes participating in a fall sport must have everything turned in by Friday, August 9^th.

Click here for more: https://www.duchesneacademy.org/athletics/registration-consent-forms

Fall sports are around the corner! It's time to start thinking about your 2024-25 Booster Club membership.
Here's what you can get as a member:

DASH Super Fan Supporter: admits family to all home games/meets ($250.00)
Cardinal Supporter: admits two people to all home games/meets ($175.00)
Grandparent Supporter: admits two grandparents to all home games/meets ($50.00)
Alumnae Supporter: admits an alumna and one guest to all home games/meets ($50.00)

The master schedule for the 2024-25 school year is being built and schedules will be released after the July 4 holiday. At this time, schedule changes will not be accepted until July 29 through the add/drop period of August 20. Parents will be notified of any student-initiated requests for different classes.

2024-25 Student Resources

Summer Reading

Search "DASH Sports Medicine" on the Team Stack app or click here!

Through this page, you'll be able to fill out pre-participation paperwork, check out the Duchesne concussion policy, and see important deadlines. Parents will also be able to chat with our Athletic Trainer, Catherine Lewis, directly through the page.

Niche is the market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and families. You can help connect other Sacred Heart-minded families with Duchesne by simply writing us a review. Click here to get started>>>

We have a few open positions! We're looking for a Reserve Basketball Coach and a Part-Time Attendance Secretary. Click here to learn more >>>

Louie is Duchesne Academy's in-school puppy! Join Louie's mom, Dean of Students Amy Becker, July 25th from 11:00-12:00 in the gym lobby.
Eat cake, play fetch and get a birthday sticker.  Louie would love to take some donations to the NE Humane Society - so feel free to bring peanut butter, towels, toys.

All families should have received an email about the data verification due July 25. If you did not receive the instructions, please reach out toDr. Hickman. If you need help accessing the parent portal, please contact Mrs. Pavel.

July 25 Data verification due
July 25 Athletics Garage Sale
July 25 Louie's 1st birthday party!
July 28 A'28 Party
Aug 9 Fall Sports Paperwork Due
Aug 12 Grade 9 iPad Out of Box  
Aug 14 Freshman Orientation – 8:45-3:15  
Aug 15 Senior Orientation – 8:45- 3:00 
Aug 16 Opening Convocation – First Day of Classes – (full school day)  
Aug 20 School Pictures- COMPLETE UNIFORM REQUIRED 
Aug 24 Fall Sports Media Day -  1-5p.m.
Aug 25 A'28 Welcome Mass and Parent Meeting (4:30-6:30 pm)
Aug 26 Freshmen Retreat (No school grades 10-12)
Aug 26 Booster Club Golf Tournament
Aug 28 Parents' Back to School Night (6:15-9:30 pm)

Click here to access parent resources! 

You can also go to My DASH > Parent Resources

Monday, August 12th for A'28
Performing Arts Center

Session Times: 

• Session 1 – begins promptly at 8:45am and runs until 10:00am – for students with last names beginning in letters A-G
• Session 2 – begins promptly at 10:15am and runs until 11:30am – for students with last names beginning in letters H-M
• Session 3 – begins promptly at 11:45am and runs until 1:00pm – for students with last names beginning in letters N-Z

YOUR DAUGHTER NEEDS TO HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS COMPLETED BEFORE ARRIVING:

• Your daughter needs her own unique Apple ID email address and password.  If she doesn’t have an Apple ID, she can create one here, https://appleid.apple.com/account.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID can be part of your Family Sharing plan with Apple if you have that setup, but it’s NOT to be the same one that you as parents use for app store purchases.
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must be connected to a credit card. 
• Your daughter’s Apple ID must have purchased, at minimum, the $.99/month 50GB of iCloud storage plan.
• Your daughter needs to bring her phone, assuming her Apple ID has two-factor authentication enabled.  She also may need to contact you during the event.

 
Questions should be directed to the following people: 

• School Principal – Dr. Laura Hickman (lhickman@duchesneacademy.org)
• IT Director – Mr. Jason Schlesiger (jschlesiger@duchesneacademy.org)  

Time to get outfitted for a great school year!  Our uniform provider is DiGiorgios Sportswear.  You can shop their store front
OMAHA - MILLARD
14111 Q St
Omaha, NE 68137
(402) 894-5627
Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday & Sunday:  - Closed
Or online.
https://www.digiorgios.com/uniforms

If you need financial assistance for any uniform pieces, please contact abecker@duchesneacademy.org

If you are the parent of a junior or senior who is interested in a reserved parking space for the upcoming school year you must complete the appropriate section on the online registration form. Only students whose forms are submitted by the deadline will be considered for parking. All seniors are guaranteed a spot and seniors who did not have a spot as juniors will be given priority for spots closer to the Performing Arts Center entrance. Because there are not enough spots for all students, Juniors requesting a spot will be entered into a lottery and randomly chosen for any spots not already assigned to seniors. It is highly unlikely that all students requesting a spot will receive one. Permits cost $20 and payment information will be sent after all spots have been assigned. If you have questions about parking, please contact Eric Krakowski at ekrakowski@duchesneacademy.org.

The Fall Lacrosse season starts 8/18. Contact Coach Jen for more information and to get registered. Jschroen@duchesneacademy.org. This is open to new and returning players. 

Love vintage Cardinal swag?

Join us Thursday, July 25 from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for the ultimate athletics garage sale!

Hundreds of items will be on sale-priced to move!
Short sleeve shirts and tanks- 1.00!  
Shorts- .50!
Long sleeves and sweatpants- 2.00!  
There are golf bags, stretch bands, and other pieces of equipment available too. 

All students participating in athletics at Duchesne must have the following documents completed to participate:

1. Fall Sports Registration Form (online - fall athletes only)
2. Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Form dated after May 1^st, 2024 and signed by a medical professional (Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)
3. Complete Duchesne Athlete-Parent Contract (online)
4. Complete the NSAA Consent Form ((Please turn in a hard copy or email a digital copy to clewis@duchesneacademy.org)

All athletes participating in a fall sport must have everything turned in by Friday, August 9^th.

Click here for more: https://www.duchesneacademy.org/athletics/registration-consent-forms