CJ Parent Weekly

January 12, 2012 - Celebrating the Feast of Mother Adele this week.

Greetings!

Although we're just one day into the second semester, now is the time for parents and students to begin looking ahead to next school year.

On Tuesday, Jan. 17, all current freshmen, sophomores and juniors will receive course request information for the 2012-2013 school year in homeroom. Students will be informed to share this information with you as soon as possible.

Please look over and discuss this material with your child. Help prepare your student in choosing the classes you both feel he or she should request for next year. Guidance counselors will begin meeting with students individually to confirm their seclections beginning Monday, Jan. 23.

In February, parents will receive a copy of the final course requests. If you have questions regarding course requests, please contact your student's guidance counselor:

A-G: Mrs. Susan Eichenauer | email | ext. 207
H-O: Ms. Nicole Will | email | ext. 215
P-Z: Mrs. Jama Badinghaus | email | ext. 204
Director: Mrs. Charlene Wheeler | email | ext. 218
Admin Asst: Mrs. Kelly Muhl | email | ext. 243

Sincerely,

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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EAGLE PRIDE

Highlighting the week's great accomplishments by CJ community members. Continue >

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COMMUNITY UPDATE

NEW this week:

January STEMM Idol Speaker John Grismer, '70, puts IBM's "Next 5 in 5" list in perspective for CJ students interested in the future implications of today's advancements in science, technology, engineering, math and medicine. View story >

COMING UP:

Next week, Spirit Committee will resume recognizing Eagle student-athletes as part of the Feature Team of the Week initiative first introduced last fall. Men's and women's swimming will be the first featured teams of the 2011-12 winter sports season. View past stories >

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

STUDENT LIFE

Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week Reward

Students, faculty and staff will be rewarded with the day off school Friday, Feb. 17, for successfully surpassing CJ's donation goals during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week in November.

John Marshall, Principal | email
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Body Mass Index Screenings

Ohio Revised Code 3313.674, known as the Healthy Choices for Healthy Children legislation, requires that all districts and community schools take Body Mass Index (BMI) screenings for students in kindergarten, third grade, fifth grade and ninth grade. In compliance with the law, CJ will begin screening the current freshman class Monday, Jan. 23. Screenings will occur during religion classes.

If you have a freshman student you will be receiving a letter by mail notifying you of this law. Please be sure to read the letter and if you choose to exclude your student from the testing, please notify CJ in writing no later than Friday, Jan. 20. Additional information about BMI screenings and FAQs is available at www.letsmove.gov or www.getupmc.org. If you have any questions, please contact me at 461.3740 x227.

Tere McDonald, Nurse | email

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Mandatory Senior Trip Meeting for Parents & Students

Any senior going on the Senior Trip to Washington D.C. must attend a mandatory informational meeting with at least one parent/guardian on Tuesday, Feb. 7 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the cafeteria. If you have questions please email Angela Ruffolo, trip moderator.

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ACADEMICS
Mark Your Calendar - Exam Dates Announced

Senior final exams will take place on May 16 and 17. Final exams for all other students will take place May 29 through June 1. Detailed schedules will be released closer to these dates. Please avoid scheduling family vacations during exams.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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GUIDANCE

PSAT Results for Freshmen

The guidance office began distributing PSAT results to all freshmen during homeroom periods the first week back from Christmas break. I will continue to visit one homeroom per week through Tuesday, Jan. 17 in order to distribute and explain test results. Please contact me at 461.3740 x218 if you have questions.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email

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MINISTRY & SERVICE

Opportunities for Student Involvement

Information and downloadable applications for the following opportunities can be found on the Ministry & Service Web pages. All applications are due back Tuesday, Jan. 31.

1. 2012 Summer Mission Trips - Choose from three:

Belize, Central America (June 10-16)

Detroit, Mich. (June 17-23)

Solsberry, Ind. (July 8-13)

2. Little Sibs - This program is open to upcoming juniors and seniors who want to be a mentor and role model to a young child. Students must be able to fit a year-long non-credit course in their schedule to be considered.

3. FLIGHT - This program is open to upcoming seniors who wish to be faith leaders at CJ. Students must be able to fit a year-long non-credit course into their schedule to be considered.

4. March Kairos - This retreat is also open to any juniors interested in serving as a Kairos leader during his or her senior year.

Please don't hesitate to contact us or stop in with questions!

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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CJ STEMM

4th Annual Summer STEMM Camp - TWO SESSIONS
This year CJ is excited to host two week-long STEMM summer camps, open to all students who will be entering grades 7-9 in the fall of 2012. Camp will be from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. during each of the following days in June and July:

Monday - Friday, June 25-29
Monday - Friday, July 16-20

Students can expect to interact with current CJ STEMM students; experience hands-on learning and lab activities on campus; take field trips to local STEMM institutions; hear from guest facilitators and local STEMM professionals; plus explore high tech topics, team challenges and state-of-the-art software.

The cost to attend is $100. All activities are coordinated by Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM coordinator, and Maura Lemon, science teacher. More details are forthcoming and will be available from the CJ STEMM Web pages at cjeagles.org.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM | email

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ATHLETICS

Men's Volleyball Season 2011-12

The volleyball team will hold open gym sessions beginning Monday, Jan. 16 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the gym. Open gym will be held through the first week of March until try-outs begin on Monday, March 5.

Please download/print/view a conditioning schedule as the dates, times and locations vary. Be aware that sessions will be added as the basketball schedule allows. Contact or email coach Megan Marrinan with questions at 304.6781.

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Flyin' to the Hoop Tickets On Sale NOW

The men's varsity basketball team will compete in the 10th annual Flyin' to the Hoop Basketball Invitational hosted at Fairmont High School's Trent Arena (directions) this weekend.

Tickets for the Eagles' 7 p.m. contest vs. Chillicothe High School on Monday, Jan. 16 can be purchased in the athletic office:

One-day student admission: $6
One-day general admission: $12

Admission is good for all seven games Monday. For a complete schedule and more details, visit the tournament's official Web site www.flyintothehoop.com.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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EAGLE PARENT GROUPS

POPS Seeking Volunteers

The Parents of Performing Arts Students (POPS) group is seeking a volunteer to fill the newly-created position of treasurer. The group is also beginning to form a core group of people responsible for planning the Picnic with the Pops event in May.

Anyone with an interest in either opportunity should contact Christine Evans (email) or Laura Meixner (email), co-presidents.

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STANG SYMPOSIUM

Sunday, February 12 | 1 to 3 p.m.

The CJ class of 2012 will kick off their Senior Justice Project with the second annual Stang Symposium on Human Trafficking on Sunday, Feb. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m.

The community is invited to learn more about human trafficking from a very personal perspective as well as find out the impact both the Marianists and Sisters of Notre Dame are having on this global issue.

While many people in the U.S. believe human trafficking is something outside of our country, our keynote speaker Theresa Flores will share how trafficking is something that happens to our own children and neighbors. As author of The Slave Across the Street and founder of TraffickFree and S.O.A.P, Theresa will peel the cover off of this horrific criminal activity and offer hope and solutions to the injustice.

Flores' mission is to raise awareness about human trafficking and mobilize individuals to act. She currently is the director of education and training for Gracehaven House, a Columbus faith-based nonprofit whose mission is to provide every girl victimized by child sex trafficking with the love, services and support she needs to redeem the life that God has given her, so she can ultimately become a healthy, productive member of her community and world.

Please join us Sunday afternoon for prayer, the keynote address and breakout sessions. If you have questions or would like more information, please email Molly Bardine, English teacher.

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CALENDAR

Women's Basketball vs. Alter - NEON NIGHT

Thursday, January 12 | Gym

Wear your neon "Beat Alter" t-shirts, and anything else neon, in support of the women's basketball team as the Eagles play GGCL Grey North opponent Alter. The freshman game starts at 4:30 p.m., followed by the JV at 6 p.m. and the varsity at 7:30 p.m.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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Out of Uniform Day

Friday, January 13

Out of uniform passes will be sold for $1 during homeroom. Please adhere to the guidelines listed on page 41 of the Student Handbook.

All the proceeds collected from each of CJ's out of uniform days go towards supporting CJ clubs and groups including National Honor Society, Key Club, Ministry and Service, and the senior class.

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Jostens Graduation Order Day

Friday, January 13 | 11:30 am to 12:30 pm | Cafeteria

Last day to order graduation announcements and accessories at CJ. Orders will also be accepted online at jostens.com. All mail orders must be received by Saturday, Jan. 14. The ordering period closes Monday, Jan. 16. More details >

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Men's Basketball vs. Badin

Friday, January 13 | Badin High School
The Eagles, undefeated in league play, go for a fifth straight win at Badin High School (directions). The freshman team will start at 4:30 p.m., followed by the JV at 6 p.m. and the varsity at 7:30 p.m.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL

Monday, January 16

Building is closed.

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School Liturgy

Wednesday, January 18

School starts at 8 a.m. and will be on liturgy schedule.

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email

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Winter Female Athlete Breakfast

Friday, January 20 | 7 am | Cafeteria

All female winter athletes should plan to attend this breakfast. CJ welcomes guest speaker Missy Kuck, a former student-athlete (swimming) at Ohio State University from 1995-1999.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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2nd Quarter Report Cards Available

Friday, January 20

Report cards will be distributed to students in homeroom and will also be available in NetClassroom.

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Spirit Day / Winter Pep Rally

Friday, January 20

School will be on rally schedule.

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CJ Parent-Student Dances - *TIME ADJUSTMENT

January 20-21 | Bainbridge Hall

Tickets cost $15 per couple and will only be sold at the door at Bainbridge Hall (directions).

*Father / Daughter Dance

Friday, Jan. 20 | 9 p.m. to midnight

Mother / Son Dance

Saturday, Jan. 21 | 8 to 11 p.m.

*Due to the 7:30 p.m. men's basketball game vs. Alter at the Trent Arena, also scheduled for Friday, Jan. 20, the times of the Father/Daughter Dance have been moved back one hour. The dance is now 9 p.m. to midnight.

This year's theme will be Hawaiian / Beach. Guests may dress in theme or whatever clothing you feel is appropriate for a night out. With questions, please email Angela Ruffolo.

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Kairos Retreat #2

January 24 -27 | Bergamo Center

Kairos is an optional four-day experience for seniors. The Kairos experience allows students and faculty to connect on a powerfully deep level and explore their relationship to one another and to God. Students experience faith witnesses, prayer services, small group activities, Mass and Reconciliation.

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email

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National Catholic Schools Week

January 29 - February 5

This year's theme is "Catholic Schools: Faith. Academics. Service."

The Catholic Schools Week teacher luncheon, hosted by the Eagle Parents, will be Thursday, Feb. 2. We are looking for parent-volunteers to send in food items and drinks, and help with set-up, serving and clean-up. If you'd like to help, please email Eagle Parents event coordinator Kathleen McNeily.

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REMINDERS

CJ STEMM Interactive Learning Session - 3 SPOTS

Professionals from the STEM Education and Training Directorate of Riverside Research will co-facilitate a hands-on session at CJ on Saturday, Jan. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. Students will learn about space science, remote sensing, satellites, unmanned vehicles, and how various STEMM disciplines are needed to improve the tools of scientific discovery and engineering application.

There are only three remaining spots for this session, which is open to all students in grades 7-12. There is no fee to attend. To register your child, email or mail back the registration form. You will receive an email confirmation upon receipt of your registration.

For more information, email or call Meg Draeger at 461.3740 x487.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM | email

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AP Testing Form Available in Family Connection

Sign-up forms for the 2012 AP Tests are available in the AP folder in Family Connection's document library (but were not attached to the letter sent home with students). Instructions for payment are on the form and the form must be completed and returned to the business office no later than March 1.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email

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Reminder for Parents of Kairos Retreat Participants

If your student is signed up to attend the January Kairos retreat (view list of participants) and will need to take medication while they are gone, please have your doctor complete an Authorization for School Personnel Administration of Medication Form and return it to the nurse's office by Wednesday, Jan. 18. You will need one form for each medication that the student will need to take.

Authorization from your doctor is required for all medications, even if they are over-the-counter and all medications are required to be kept by staff. Students are not allowed to carry or self-administer their own medications unless it is an asthma inhaler or epi-pen, in which case an Authorization for Self-Carry Administration of Medication form must be on file with the nurse. Please refer to the Medication Administration during Overnight School Trips Procedure or contact Tere McDonald (email) at 461.3740 x227 with any questions.

All health forms and procedures are available from the CJ Health Clinic Web pages under the Student Life tab.

Tere McDonald, Nurse | email

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CJ Blood Drive - SAVE THE DATE

The annual CJ Blood Drive sponsored by Student Council is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the gym. Please consider supporting this event by making a monetary and/or food donation. Desserts, non-diet drinks, pizzas, sub sandwiches, and other items are appreciated.

The drive is open to all members of the CJ Community, so do not hesitate to stop in and donate blood or simply spread the word. If you have any questions, please email Angela Ruffolo, Student Council moderator.

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Computer Skills Requirements for Freshmen

All freshmen received information in homeroom on Friday, Dec. 2 about the computer skills requirements. Students must either pass four computer skills tests during their freshman year or sign up for the Computer Topics class next year. Tests will begin in January and will continue into March.

Students are advised to train on their own for the tests before taking them. All information is also available from the Business & Technology Department's Web page, located under the Academics tab.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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PARISH BULLETIN

Holy Angels Annual Fish Fry
Friday, Jan. 13 | 6 pm to midnight | 21 and Up
The annual Fish Fry at Holy Angels Parish (directions) will feature a silent auction, 50/50 and games. Tickets are $15 and include an all-you-can-eat fish dinner and drinks. Carryout is available.

Patrons age 21 and older are welcome. This event supports all of the CYO sports at Holy Angels and contributes to other activities such as the National Science Olympiad.
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St. Albert the Great Fish Fry
Friday, Jan. 20 | 7 pm to midnight | 21 and Up

Enjoy great food, beverages and games at the St. Albert the Great Fish Fry (directions) next weekend. Be sure to check out the Silent Auction featuring items such as vacations, sporting events, dining and much more.

Carryout: 5 to 6:30 p.m., $8 meal and $3 sandwich
Cost: $12 pre-pay (Rectory Office 293-1191) or $15 at door

Patrons age 21 and older are welcome to come support St. Albert students and the St. Albert Athletic Association.

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Have You Seen The Catholic Beat ?

The Catholic Beat is a new website for local Catholic news and features. You'll find it at TheCatholicBeat.com or SacredHeartRadio.com -- just click on the big red box that says, "The Catholic Beat" for stories about area Catholic people, places, and events. CJ was featured in the first issue, and the site is updated daily with new information about area Catholic life.

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Founders' Thoughts

"Let us do everything for the love of the good God, with the sole aim of pleasing Him."

"We have the source of all graces in Jesus Christ."

Fast Five

Out of Uniform Day
   1/13 - Cost $1

Jostens Grad Order Day
   1/13 - Homeroom/Lunch

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
   1/16 - NO SCHOOL

School Liturgy
   1/18 - 8 a.m. start

Report Cards Available
   1/20 - NetClassroom >

Featured Faculty & Staff Member

Kathleen Zehenny

Kathleen Zehenny is in her 11th year at CJ. What started in 2002 as temporary, part-time job has become a full-time adventure. She loves her interaction with the students and faculty, and finds the administrative assistant position in the athletic office to be the most enjoyable job she has ever had.

Kathleen graduated in 1980 from the Ohio State University with a bachelor's in Business Administration. Prior to coming to CJ, Kathleen spent 11 years at DP&L in economic development, community relations and was the administrator of the DP&L Foundation. After leaving the company, Kathleen worked as the marketing director of Culture Works and later served as interim marketing director for the Dayton Opera.

Kathleen is married to Joe, a senior vice president with Key Bank and the voice of CJ Eagles football and women's basketball. She feels one of the best things about working at CJ was being in the building while her daughter Cassie '11 attended and played tennis and basketball. When not at athletic events, the couple enjoys travelling and volunteering. Kathleen loves to cook and is a voracious reader.

Kathleen feels very connected to CJ and has deep family ties to the school. Her sister Peg Regan is a Spanish teacher and chair of the foreign languages department; her brother-in-law Jim Brooks teaches English, and coaches men's and women's tennis; and her father, Ed Regan, is the former longtime principal of Chaminade High School.

"Our whole family life centered around Chaminade events," Kathleen jokes. "My mother actually went into labor with me while attending the dedication and blessing of the brothers' house!"