CJ Parent Weekly

January 19, 2012

Community Update | Department News | Calendar | Reminders | Parish Bulletin

Greetings!

All current freshmen, sophomores and juniors have now received a course request information packet for the 2012-13 school year. Packets should contain a registration and scheduling timeline, information about special scholarships, and a course request worksheet.

Many students look forward to having an opportunity to take elective courses such as performing and visual arts classes, Project Lead the Way curriculum, and foreign languages, but may find it difficult to participate due to scheduling conflicts involving required coursework. While all students can obtain the necessary credits for graduation during regular school hours, there are several other options you and your child may want to explore in order to free up time for electives.

Consider these options when going over the course registration information with your student this weekend:

Take PE and health at CJ over the summer. Information regarding these summer classes was included in the course request packets for current freshmen and sophomores.

Use co-curricular activites to your advantage. Beginning next year, students can choose to use a physical education waiver to fulfill gym requirements. Anyone who participates in two full seasons of interscholastic athletics, marching band, or cheerleading may be eligible. Reference the 2012-2013 Course Catalog for more information.

Make your extra-curriculars count. The flex credit program allows students to earn credit for activities outside of CJ. Activities may include taking a summer course at a college or university, taking an online class from another high school, or designing your own course of study. All flex credit activities require detailed plans and prior approval from CJ's academic office before students can earn credit. Further information on the flex credit program is available here at cjeagles.org.

Enter the virtual classroom. CJ offers an online, single-semester World Literature class for seniors, and an online, single-semester Medical Terminology class for juniors and seniors.

Remember, students begin confirming their selections with counselors on Monday, Jan. 23. If you have questions about the course registration and scheduling process, please contact your student's counselor directly.

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:

Guest contributor Teresa Nguyen, a senior member of FLIGHT, shares how all CJ students can "REACH" out after school every Wednesday and volunteer at a local service agency that helps provide lunches for area grade schoolers. View story >

Representatives from Beavercreek's Riverside Research will partner with the CJ STEMM program to provide an innovative extra-curricular event for area grade school and high school students on campus Saturday. View story >

CJ men's and women's swimmers are being recognized by the Spirit Committee as the first Feature Team of 2012 before the Eagles take to the starting blocks this Saturday morning at Wright State University. View story >

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

STUDENT LIFE

Order 2011-12 Yearbooks Today

Yearbooks for the 2011-12 school year are on sale now and going fast. Check your mailboxes this week for a mailing from Jostens.

Order your yearbook for $55, plus tax and shipping, by visiting jostensyearbooks.com.

Greg Mueller, Yearbook Moderator | email

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Parking Passes Still Available - NOW ONLY $25

Student parking spaces are still available in Lot D, located off Longworth Street. Permits for the second semester are only $25. Students wishing to purchase a parking permit should stop by the office of student services before or after school.

Jason Unger, Assistant Principal | email

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Seasonal Reminders for Staying Healthy

Now is the time when students are more likely to be vulnerable to seasonal outbreaks of common colds, flu and head lice. Please remind your students of these helpful, preventative steps for staying healthy this winter:

Wash hands often, especially before eating and after using the restroom.
Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing.
Avoid sharing food and beverages with others.
Avoid sharing headwear and other items that may come in contact with the head or hair.

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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 should have received 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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GUIDANCE

PSAT Results Available

All students in grades 9-11 who participated in the PSAT test in October have now received their results. Results are also posted in Family Connection.

Junior College Planning Meeting

The Junior College Planning Meeting for students and parents will be March 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the library. Juniors should be registering for the spring ACT and/or the SAT at this time. It is never too early to start your college search! Go to Family Connection and explore your possibilities.

Scholarships for Seniors

Yesterday Kelly Muhl, administrative assistant, emailed all seniors with information regarding the Dayton Montgomery County and Dayton Foundation Scholarships. Please remember that scholarships cannot be processed if applications are missing items or past deadline.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email

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ATHLETICS

Men's Volleyball Open Gym

Volleyball 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.

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.

Those interested in learning more should join POPS members for our monthly group meeting and an accompanying social on Thursday, Feb. 2 at 6:15 p.m. in the music room. This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and learn more about the POPS group. The meeting will follow at 7 p.m.

Christine Evans & Laura Meixner, Co-presidents | email

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Catholic Schools Week Appreciation Luncheon Feb. 2

The Co-Educators need your help to show CJ administrators, faculty and staff how much we parents appreciate the work they do for our students.

We are asking for donations of pasta dishes (warm or cold), green salads, drinks and cookies. Volunteers are also needed to set up, serve and clean up.

If you'd like to help, please contact Kathleen McNeily at 937.321.6378.

Jenny Dufresne, President | email

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CALENDAR

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 starts at 8 a.m. and will be on rally schedule. Students are permitted to wear blue and green spirit wear. Please see page 41 of the Student Handbook for Spirit Day guidelines.

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Men's Basketball vs. Alter - Hawaiian/Luau Night

Friday, January 13 | Trent Arena

The Eagles battle Alter in the first of two games with the Knights at the Trent Arena (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.

Dress accordingly for our Hawaiian/Luau theme, and don't forget to head to the Father/Daughter dance immediately following the varsity game. The dance starts at 9 p.m.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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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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Women's Basketball vs. Beavercreek

Monday, January 23 | Beavercreek High School
The women's basketball team meets Beavercreek in a Monday evening road game (directions). 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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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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Block Wednesday / Peer Mentoring

Wednesday, January 25

Freshmen should report to school at 8:25 a.m. for Peer Mentoring. Our session will focus on stress management skills. School starts at 9:37 a.m.
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National Catholic Schools Week

January 29 - February 5

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

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Mandatory Senior Trip Meeting for Parents & Students

Tuesday, February 7 | 7 to 8 pm | Cafeteria

All seniors going on the Senior Trip to Washington D.C. must attend this mandatory informational meeting with at least one parent/guardian. If you have questions please email Angela Ruffolo, trip moderator.

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Stang Symposium on Human Trafficking

Sunday, February 12 | 1 to 3 pm | Auditorium

All members of the CJ community are invited to attend the Stang Symposium on Human Trafficking. Renowned activist and author Theresa Flores, a human trafficking survivor and UD alumnae, will serve as keynote speaker. Details >
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No School

Friday, February 17

Students, faculty and staff will be rewarded with the day off school for successfully surpassing CJ's donation goals during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week in November.
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SAVE THE DATE
CJ Blood Drive

Friday, February 24 | 9 am to 1:30 pm | 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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REMINDERS

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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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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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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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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PARISH BULLETIN

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 (contact the Rectory Office at 937.293.1191) 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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Holy Angels Open House
Wednesday, Feb. 1 | 6 to 7:30 pm
The Holy Angels Open House (directions) is open to families with students entering pre-school through 8th grade. Please email Emily Saunders with questions.
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Eagle Youth Fish Fry
Sat., Feb. 4 | 6 to 11:30 pm | MQP Activity Center

Attend the Eagle Youth Fish Fry, held at the Mary Queen of Peace Activity Center (directions), and support our youth football and wrestling programs. Must be 21 to attend.

Tickets are $15 at the door and $12 pre-sale, and admission includes all the fish, french fries, cole slaw, sausage, and baked beans you can eat, plus beverages. Games of chance and raffles begin at 7 p.m. and will be held throughout the evening!

For tickets or information, call Chuck Szabo at 937.286.0762.

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St. Peter Athletics Fish Fry & Monte Carlo

Sat., Feb. 11 | 5:30 to midnight | Family Life Center

Enjoy games of chance, all-you-can-eat fish and sausage, unlimited beverages and desserts at the St. Peter Family Life Center (directions). Must be 21 to attend.

Tickets (non-refundable) can be purchased for $10 in advance at the school office and parish administration office, or for $15 at the door. Carry-out is also available for $7.

For more information, please contact Mike Walters at 937.396.4457.
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Precious Blood Athletic Association
Family Fish Fry & Monte Carlo
Sat., Feb. 18 | 6 to 11 pm | Marian Manor K of C Hall

There's something for everyone at the Family Fish Fry & Monte Carlo event at Marian Manor Knights of Columbus Hall (directions). Enjoy all-you-can-eat, fish, sausage, french fries, applesauce, coleslaw and hot dogs.

Carryout: available for $8 starting at 5:30 p.m. as well as at church after Mass.

Cost: FREE for kids 5 and under; $9 for students 13 and under; $12 for adults in advance, or $15 at the door.

Games, raffles, silent auction and more will be available from 7 to 10:45 p.m. With questions, please contact Karen Beck at 937.832.5384, Denise Nash at 937.641.1116 or Amy Grady at 937.836.3449.

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Founders' Thoughts

"It is a good sign when the good God causes us to do what we have neither seen nor wanted."

"Put your confidence in God and act."

Fast Five

Female Athlete Breakfast

1/20 - 7 a.m.

Report Cards Available
   1/20 - NetClassroom >

Spirit Day / Pep Rally
   1/20

Parent-Student Dances
   1/20 - 9 p.m. to midnight
   1/21 - 8 to 11 p.m.

Block Wed. / Peer Mentoring
   1/25

Featured Faculty & Staff Member

Marcus Colvin

Colvin, Marcus Marcus Colvin is in his eighth year at Chaminade Julienne. He has served as a social studies teacher, track, and football coach during his tenure. Last April, Marcus was named head varsity football coach and led the Eagles to a 9-4 season and a Regional runners-up title in his first season.

Marcus enjoys the people as well as the students with whom he is fortunate to work and interact with on a daily basis. Marcus is always asked if he attended CJ, to which his response is, "I only wish I was as lucky as these students to be educated in such a great environment."

Marcus graduated from Licking Heights High School in 1999 and continued his education at the University of Dayton. While at UD, Marcus played football where he earned four varsity letters and was elected captain during his senior season. Marcus served as a CJ student-teacher during his final year at UD and upon graduating in 2004, he was hired on at CJ as a full-time social studies teacher.

Marcus and his wife, Amanda, live in Kettering and are the proud parents of Jocelyn (20 months) and Isaiah (4 months). In his free time, Marcus enjoys attending UD basketball games and watching college sports. He recently celebrated his birthday on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

Parent Meetings

Mark Your Calendars!

All parents are invited to attend these upcoming parent-group meetings:

CJ PoPS

Feb. 2 - 7 pm - Music Rm

Blue Green Club

Feb. 6 - 6 pm - Rm 104

Co-Educators

Feb. 6 - 7 pm - Library

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