8th Grade Events & Activities
EVENTS DETAILS FOR THE YEAR
Student are encouraged to wear their Class of 2025 shirt every Wednesday
The Class of 2025 Parent Committee Chair: Nora Gill; [email protected].
Parent Committee Finance Chair: Allison Kiper; [email protected]
Parent Committee Finance Chair: Allison Kiper; [email protected]
Memory Book Chair: Lynn DeHoyos; [email protected]
UPCOMING EVENTS - click for details
 RSVP due by December 2 & remember to complete the required waiver!
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 Seeking student and parent volunteers on December 10 and December 15
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 Please have your guests RVSP to Cara Grant by December 8
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ALL 8TH GRADE EVENTS
ACTIVITY FEE PAYMENT 2 DUE, Monday, November 25
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School: Mrs. Jeanne Reilly - [email protected]
If the activity fee balance was not paid in full in September, payment 2 of $162.50 is due. Learn More
If the activity fee balance was not paid in full in September, payment 2 of $162.50 is due. Learn More
VAN GOGH PICTURE RETAKES, Friday, December 6, during the day
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School: Mrs. Sue Connolly - sconnolly@stbarnabasparish.org
If you wish to have a retake of the Van Gogh Graduation Portraits, or your child was absent on the original day. Learn more
If you wish to have a retake of the Van Gogh Graduation Portraits, or your child was absent on the original day. Learn more
HIGH SCHOOL ENTRANCE EXAM PRAYER SERVICE, Friday, December 6 at 2pm
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School: Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
Student reflection at the Church, parents/guardians are welcome to join us.
Student reflection at the Church, parents/guardians are welcome to join us.
HSPT, Saturday, December 7 at ~ 8am
- Coordinated independently by families and the high schools
High School entrance exam for Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic High Schools. Learn more about high admissions.
High School entrance exam for Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic High Schools. Learn more about high admissions.
SKATING PARTY, Saturday, December 7, 3pm - 5pm at Tinley Park Roller Rink
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Rachel Groth - [email protected]
Student event + parent volunteers celebrating the High School Entrance Exam. VIEW THE INVITE.
RSVP and Required Waiver due by December 2
Student event + parent volunteers celebrating the High School Entrance Exam. VIEW THE INVITE.
RSVP and Required Waiver due by December 2
CHRISTMAS LUMINARY SERVICE PROJECT, Volunteers Dates on December 10 and December 15
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Diego Gonzalez - [email protected]
The parish-wide Christmas Luminaries is an 8th-grade service project.
HELP WITH SALES - We invite you all to help spread the word and encourage luminary display for your block. House and block kits can be purchased on Give Central. Please share the purchase link with neighbors!
VOLUNTEER - We will need students and parent volunteers for two upcoming dates! Students who volunteer will receive hours towards their 8th-grade service hours requirement. On Tuesday, December 10, from 3pm - 5pm, gather to assemble the supplies. On Sunday, December 15, from 11am - 1pm, help distribute kits in the parking lot. Details for volunteer registration will be shared with parents/guardians and linked in Google Classroom as we get closer to the date.
The parish-wide Christmas Luminaries is an 8th-grade service project.
HELP WITH SALES - We invite you all to help spread the word and encourage luminary display for your block. House and block kits can be purchased on Give Central. Please share the purchase link with neighbors!
VOLUNTEER - We will need students and parent volunteers for two upcoming dates! Students who volunteer will receive hours towards their 8th-grade service hours requirement. On Tuesday, December 10, from 3pm - 5pm, gather to assemble the supplies. On Sunday, December 15, from 11am - 1pm, help distribute kits in the parking lot. Details for volunteer registration will be shared with parents/guardians and linked in Google Classroom as we get closer to the date.
SENIOR FRIENDS & GRANDPARENTS LUNCH, Wednesday, December 11, 12:30pm
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Maureen Gainer Reilly - [email protected]
Student event + parent volunteers. Families are asked to help contribute desserts, beverages, and decor.
Student event + parent volunteers. Families are asked to help contribute desserts, beverages, and decor.
VIEW THE INVITE, please RVSP by December 8
BISHOP’S LETTER AND CONFIRMATION BANNER DUE, Friday, January 10
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Mrs. Molly McGowan - [email protected]
- Banner Assembly Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Erin Shea Smith - [email protected]
Confirmandi will hand in two assignments: a one-page, double-spaced letter to the Bishop requesting to be Confirmed and their completed Confirmation Banner. Mrs. McGowan will give the students the assignment details. Parent volunteers will be asked to coordinate the banner assembly.
PACK THE HOUSE: GIRLS VOLLEYBALL, date Friday, January 24, School Gym
- Coordinated by the Athletic Board and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Jen Jackson - [email protected]
Evening event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
Evening event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
CONFIRMATION INTERVIEWS WITH PASTOR, Monday, January 27 - Friday, February 7
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Mrs. Molly McGowan - [email protected]
Confirmandi interviews with the pastor for 30 minutes. St. Barnabas School students will interview during the school day some time during these two weeks. More details to follow after Christmas.
Confirmandi interviews with the pastor for 30 minutes. St. Barnabas School students will interview during the school day some time during these two weeks. More details to follow after Christmas.
PACK THE HOUSE: BOYS BASKETBALL, Saturday, February 8, School Gym
- Coordinated by the Athletic Board and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Lesli Jennings - [email protected] and Jim Jennings - [email protected]
Evening event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
Evening event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
CONFIRMATION REHEARSAL, Tuesday, February 18 at 7pm in Church
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Mrs. Molly McGowan - [email protected]
Students and their sponsors (or parent/guardian); only students making their Sacrament of Confirmation are required to attend.
Students and their sponsors (or parent/guardian); only students making their Sacrament of Confirmation are required to attend.
SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION, Friday, February 21. 7pm Mass, 6:30pm student arrival, in Church
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Mrs. Molly McGowan - [email protected]
Parents and families are welcome; all 8th-grade students are encouraged to attend mass.
Parents and families are welcome; all 8th-grade students are encouraged to attend mass.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS, Friday, April 11 at 1:45pm in Church
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School & Parish, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected]
School event at the church; parents/guardians are welcome to join us.
School event at the church; parents/guardians are welcome to join us.
PACK THE HOUSE: BOYS VOLLEYBALL, date TBD: likely April, School Gym
- Coordinated by the Athletic Board and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Danny DeHoyos - [email protected]
Evening event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
Evening event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
RIBBON MASS, Sunday, May 4 at 10am in Church
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected]
Students will receive a blessing and a commemorative ribbon for classmates to sign.
MAY CROWNING, Friday, May 9 at 1:45pm in Church
Students will receive a blessing and a commemorative ribbon for classmates to sign.
MAY CROWNING, Friday, May 9 at 1:45pm in Church
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
Prayer service honoring the Blessed Mother. The 2nd-grade and 8th-grade students participate in the all-school service, and the 8th-grade Student Council Commissioner of Religious Affairs will crown Mother Mary.
PACK THE PARK: VARSITY SOCCER, likely in May
Prayer service honoring the Blessed Mother. The 2nd-grade and 8th-grade students participate in the all-school service, and the 8th-grade Student Council Commissioner of Religious Affairs will crown Mother Mary.
PACK THE PARK: VARSITY SOCCER, likely in May
- Coordinated by the Athletic Board and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Amber Tinio - [email protected]
Daytime event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
CLASS TRIP, location, and date TBD
Daytime event honoring student-athletes at one of their final home games, parents are encouraged to attend.
CLASS TRIP, location, and date TBD
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Sarah Peterson - [email protected]
Annual class trip for students (one-day event); past events have included a trip to the White Sox Game and The Forge.
DINNER DANCE, Saturday, May 17, 6:30pm - 10pm
Annual class trip for students (one-day event); past events have included a trip to the White Sox Game and The Forge.
DINNER DANCE, Saturday, May 17, 6:30pm - 10pm
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Lucy Hubbird - [email protected]
An off-campus evening of dinner and dancing for students; held at The Vineyard- Barraco’s on 95th
ARTS & ATHLETIC BANQUET, May date and time still need to be arranged
An off-campus evening of dinner and dancing for students; held at The Vineyard- Barraco’s on 95th
ARTS & ATHLETIC BANQUET, May date and time still need to be arranged
- Coordinated by The St. Barnabas Athletic Board and The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinators Amy Liss - [email protected] and Greg Liss - [email protected]
An optional Dinner and Awards banquet honors students for their achievements over the years in St. Barnabas arts (band and theater) and athletics. The host will collect an additional fee for attendees.
CLAP OUT, Thursday, May 22
An optional Dinner and Awards banquet honors students for their achievements over the years in St. Barnabas arts (band and theater) and athletics. The host will collect an additional fee for attendees.
CLAP OUT, Thursday, May 22
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School: Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
Last full day of school for 8th-grade students. Students walk the halls and are “clapped out” by the younger students. Parents/Guardians are welcome to join us at the Main Entrance as students exit the building.
SPIRIT DAY, Friday, May 23
Last full day of school for 8th-grade students. Students walk the halls and are “clapped out” by the younger students. Parents/Guardians are welcome to join us at the Main Entrance as students exit the building.
SPIRIT DAY, Friday, May 23
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School FSA
Annual day of student games. All grade levels attend.
GRAD WEEK, Tuesday, May May 27 - Friday, May 30
Students do not attend traditional classes this week and are on an alternate - 8th grade-only schedule.
Annual day of student games. All grade levels attend.
GRAD WEEK, Tuesday, May May 27 - Friday, May 30
Students do not attend traditional classes this week and are on an alternate - 8th grade-only schedule.
CLASS OF 2025 RETREAT - Tuesday, May 27, 7:45am - 8pm
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
Students will spend a day in prayer, reflection, community building, and fun. The goal of the retreat is to strengthen their relationships with God, themselves, and one another as they prepare for this important transition in their lives.
GRADUATION PRACTICE & PICNIC - Wednesday, May 28, 10am - 1:30pm
Students will spend a day in prayer, reflection, community building, and fun. The goal of the retreat is to strengthen their relationships with God, themselves, and one another as they prepare for this important transition in their lives.
GRADUATION PRACTICE & PICNIC - Wednesday, May 28, 10am - 1:30pm
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
Student graduation practice at the Church, followed by a student picnic and games on the convent lawn. Students should bring a picnic bag lunch.
Student graduation practice at the Church, followed by a student picnic and games on the convent lawn. Students should bring a picnic bag lunch.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
Student achievements at St. Barnabas are celebrated, and some area clubs and high schools will be present to award scholarship achievements.
Student achievements at St. Barnabas are celebrated, and some area clubs and high schools will be present to award scholarship achievements.
YARD SIGN PICK-UP, Thursday, May 29
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Ted Kiper - [email protected]
Celebrate the graduates with a custom St. Barnabas yard sign for your front lawn!
Celebrate the graduates with a custom St. Barnabas yard sign for your front lawn!
GRADUATION CEREMONY & LITURGY, Friday, May 30 at 7pm in Church
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School Ms. Grace Sadowski - [email protected]
The graduation is a liturgy and ceremony. Extended family members are welcome; there is no guest limit. Seating is open throughout the Church and is not assigned or reserved in advance. Church doors open for seating beginning at 6:30pm
The graduation is a liturgy and ceremony. Extended family members are welcome; there is no guest limit. Seating is open throughout the Church and is not assigned or reserved in advance. Church doors open for seating beginning at 6:30pm
STUDENT & PARENT GRADUATION AFTER PARTY, Friday, May 30 at approximately 9pm, off-campus
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Hosts Jessica Scheller and Adam Weirs - [email protected]
Optional post-graduation party for students and parents. This event is not coordinated through the school and is an off-campus event. The host may collect an additional fee.
Optional post-graduation party for students and parents. This event is not coordinated through the school and is an off-campus event. The host may collect an additional fee.
Class of 2025 - Past Events
PAST EVENTS
HIGH SCHOOL FAIR, Tuesday, September 24
Student-only event. Area Catholic High Schools will present an admissions overview.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and the Archdiocese of Chicago
Student-only event. Area Catholic High Schools will present an admissions overview.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and the Archdiocese of Chicago
SPECIAL OLYMPICS VOLUNTEER DAY, Thursday, September 26
Student-only event, off-campus event during the school day.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School
CONFIRMATION CANDIDATE AND SPONSOR NIGHT, Tuesday, October 1 at 7pm in Church
Night of Reflection for students and their sponsors (or parent/guardian); only students making their Sacrament of Confirmation are required to attend.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and Parish
Night of Reflection for students and their sponsors (or parent/guardian); only students making their Sacrament of Confirmation are required to attend.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and Parish
CONFIRMATION PROMISES SACRAMENT MASS, Sunday, October 6 at 10am in Church
Confirmation Candidates and parents will come to a special Mass to make their Confirmation promises and be enrolled as Confirmation Candidates.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and Parish, Director of Faith Formation: Patrick McGowan - [email protected]
Confirmation Candidates and parents will come to a special Mass to make their Confirmation promises and be enrolled as Confirmation Candidates.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School and Parish, Director of Faith Formation: Patrick McGowan - [email protected]
HOMECOMING PEP RALLY, Thursday, October 10 at 10:30am
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School Athletic Board and Student Council
Event honoring Fall Sports student-athletes. 8th grade parents are welcome to attend.
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School Athletic Board and Student Council
Event honoring Fall Sports student-athletes. 8th grade parents are welcome to attend.
HOMECOMING CAR PARADE AND FOOTBALL GAMES, Saturday, October 12, games begin at 11:30am
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Lauren Doig - [email protected]
Football Game Day Celebration at Beverly Park beginning at 11:30am. Varsity Game at 3pm.
8TH GRADE GRADUATION PORTRAITS, Wednesday, October 16 at School
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School - Mrs. Sue Connolly - [email protected]
Student-only event during the day. Pictures are chest-up only and will be taken in two styles: dress attire and school-issued cap and gown. Boys should wear a shirt and tie. Sport coats, suits, or sweaters are optional. Girls should avoid up-dos, turtleneck sweaters, or high-neck dresses. All students should avoid wearing shades of green as they will be photographed against a green screen. No payment is needed at this time. A proof will be sent home with instructions on how to view the pictures and place your order online.
Student-only event during the day. Pictures are chest-up only and will be taken in two styles: dress attire and school-issued cap and gown. Boys should wear a shirt and tie. Sport coats, suits, or sweaters are optional. Girls should avoid up-dos, turtleneck sweaters, or high-neck dresses. All students should avoid wearing shades of green as they will be photographed against a green screen. No payment is needed at this time. A proof will be sent home with instructions on how to view the pictures and place your order online.
PACK THE HOUSE: GIRLS BASKETBALL, Friday, October 18, School Gym
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinator Kristin Hilburger - [email protected]
Evening event honoring girls basketball 8th-grade athletes at one of their final home games. Games begin at 5:30pm with 7A. The 8th-grade game begins at 7:10pm. All 8th graders who attend Pack the House are invited for pizza in the cafeteria until 10:30pm. Students are not permitted to walk home from the pizza celebration alone and must be escorted home by an adult guardian.
Evening event honoring girls basketball 8th-grade athletes at one of their final home games. Games begin at 5:30pm with 7A. The 8th-grade game begins at 7:10pm. All 8th graders who attend Pack the House are invited for pizza in the cafeteria until 10:30pm. Students are not permitted to walk home from the pizza celebration alone and must be escorted home by an adult guardian.
GRAD GOWN MEASUREMENTS DUE, Monday, October 21
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas School - Mrs. Jeanne Reilly - [email protected]
submit measurements here
submit measurements here
8TH GRADE HALLOWEEN DANCE, Friday, October 25 at School
- Coordinated by The 8th Grade Parent Committee: Event Coordinators Dawn and Jim Pfeiffer - [email protected]
Costume evening event for students + parent volunteers. RSVP & permission are due Monday, October 21.
Costume evening event for students + parent volunteers. RSVP & permission are due Monday, October 21.
CONFIRMATION FEE DUE, Friday, November 8
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Mrs. Molly McGowan - [email protected]
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. Patrick McGowan - [email protected] and Mrs. Molly McGowan - [email protected]
The $55 Sacrament fee is payable to St. Barnabas Parish. Submit cash or check to Mrs. McGowan
ST. RITA HS CONFIRMATION RETREAT, Thursday, November 21
- Coordinated by St. Barnabas, Mr. McGowan and Mrs. McGowan - [email protected]
Students will spend the day at St. Rita HS. As stated on the Confirmation calendar, participation in the Confirmation retreat is mandatory for all Confirmation candidates. Please send a bagged lunch; all students should wear regular school uniforms (no gym uniforms, please).