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December 2018
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2018 Entrance Exam - Class of 2023
The Loyola Academy entrance exam is the High School Placement Test (HSPT). The HSPT has five sections: verbal, quantitative, reading, math and language (English). An essay is also included on the entrance exam. The required entrance examination for eighth grade students will be administered on December 1, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. Online pre-registration will be available from November 17 to November 29 on this page. Although pre-registration is encouraged, walk up registration will be accepted on the day of the exam. Students need to bring two #2 pencils and $25.00 exam fee (cash or check payable to Loyola Academy). Calculators and language translators are not permitted. Students should arrive by 8:00 a.m. and enter through the main entrance. Students will be released around 11:30 a.m.
8th grade students interested in applying to Loyola Academy must take the entrance exam at Loyola Academy to be considered for admission. Any questions, please contact the Loyola Academy Admissions Office at 847.920.2480.
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Christmas Performance
Christian Heritage Academy, 315 Waukegan Road, Northfield, IL 60093Loyola Academy's Performing Arts department is proud to present the 2018 Christmas Concert—music and song will be performed by Loyola Academy's own choir, band, orchestra and guitar ensemble. Tickets can be purchased at https://seatyourself.biz/goramblers/ -
GPN Advent Mass and Reception
ChapelCelebrate Mass with Rev. Patrick E. McGrath, SJ. Following Mass, join us in the Ignatian Lobby for beverages and appetizers as you reconnect with old friends.
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Christmas Performance
Christian Heritage Academy, 315 Waukegan Road, Northfield, IL 60093Loyola Academy's Performing Arts department is proud to present the 2018 Christmas Concert—music and song will be performed by Loyola Academy's own choir, band, orchestra and guitar ensemble. Tickets can be purchased at https://seatyourself.biz/goramblers/ -
Advent Retreat for Adults
ChapelAdvent is a season of expectant waiting and preparation. The season invites us to open our hearts to the ways God is breaking into our lives and the world.
Through a series of meditations, prayers and contemplative practices, we invite Loyola parents, alumni and friends to enter into this holy season. Each week we will explore different faces from the Nativity story, mining the familiar stories for their wisdom and guidance. Each session stands alone. Join us for one week, two weeks or all three. This is a busy time of year. Give yourself the gift of time—the time to be attentive to the deeper stirrings in your heart.
The Visit of the Magi
Tuesday, December 4
Where is the newborn king? We saw his star at its rising and have come to do him homage.
The Visit of the Shepherds
Tuesday, December 11
When the angels went away from them to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us."
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2018 Entrance Exam - Alternate Test Date
The Loyola Academy entrance exam alternate date for 8th graders is Wednesday, December 5, at 4:00 p.m. Please register for the alternate exam by emailing Lynn Gorman at lgorman@loy.org The alternate exam date is only for 8th graders who did not take the HSPT at a catholic high school on December 1. Students should arrive by 4:00 p.m. and enter through the main entrance. Students should bring a $25 exam fee (cash or check payable to Loyola Academy). The test will conclude around 7:15 p.m. Students may bring water and snacks. Application materials will be distributed to the student at the conclusion of the exam. Questions?, please contact the Loyola Academy Admissions Office at 847.920.2481 -
Celebration of Giving with Catholic Charities
345 N. Morgan, Chicago IL, 60607The Loyola Academy President’s Leadership Council and Catholic Charities invites you to take part in the Celebration of Giving which helps to provide children and families in need with gifts and necessities during the Christmas season.Read More -
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
ChapelAll Ramblers are invited to share personal, prayerful time with God by participating in the ancient practice of Eucharistic Adoration. We will offer this opportunity every first Friday of the month during the school year, from 7:40 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the chapel will be reserved for exposition of the Eucharist and for anyone desiring silent prayer.
You can stop in the Chapel for as little or as much time as you like. All you need to bring is your desire to be with God. You can also bring a journal, book or other reflection materials if you wish. Other prayer resources will also be available for your use. For more information, please click here. -
Loyola Academy Community Mass
ChapelStudents, parents, alumni, faculty and friends are cordially invited to join the Loyola community for this special Sunday evening Mass celebrated by Loyola Academy President Rev. Patrick E. McGrath, SJ. -
Dance with the Ramblerettes
All girls in grades three through eight are invited to come meet the Ramblerettes, learn a holiday dance, have pizza and dance with the Ramblerettes at half time of the boys' varsity basketball game. All participants will receive a t-shirt. $10 for employees, thanks!
For more information and a registration form, please click here.Cindy McLean -
Advent Retreat for Adults
ChapelAdvent is a season of expectant waiting and preparation. The season invites us to open our hearts to the ways God is breaking into our lives and the world.
Through a series of meditations, prayers and contemplative practices, we invite Loyola parents, alumni and friends to enter into this holy season. In this final session, we will explore the Visit of the Sheperds for it's wisdom and guidance. This is a busy time of year. Give yourself the gift of time—the time to be attentive to the deeper stirrings in your heart.
The Visit of the Shepherds
When the angels went away from them to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us."
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Leadership Lessons with the Most Powerful Women in Chicago Business
Jenner & Block, 353 N Clark Street, Chicago, IlHear from these Rambler parents about how they have found success within their respective industries, seizing opportunities while breaking down barriers to become leaders and role models to so many.
Featuring:- Mary Dillon, CEO, Ulta Beauty
- Karen Sauder Vice president of sales, site leader, Google
- Jennifer Scanlon CEO, USG
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