CJ Parent Weekly

March 22, 2012

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

Greetings!

Making its debut tomorrow on the CJ stage, the Performing Arts department presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Do not miss this colorful musical featuring more than 100 students from CJ as well as area grade schools.

We've added an extra matinee performance on Sunday, March 25 this year in addition to evening shows on Friday and Saturday during the next two weekends. Tickets are available at the door or you may guarantee a seat for a specific night by purchasing pre-sale tickets at CJ.

Join us for this community event and enjoy a one-of-a-kind production by students in grades 3-12!

Thank you for your support,

Debi Schutt, Performing Arts Department | email

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EAGLE PRIDE

Four students advanced to the Ohio State Science Day and will compete for over $2.2 million in scholarships and awards on Saturday, May 5 at Ohio State University. Continue >

STATE CHAMPS: Congratulations to members of the women's track team who won the Ohio Division II indoor track state championship for the second consecutive season.

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COMMUNITY UPDATE

NEW this week:

Get all the details you'll need before heading to the auditorium with this preview of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat by Will McKelvey, senior staff writer for the Ludlow Street Journal. View story >

CJ students rendezvoused with fellow Marianist students at a sister school in Madrid and toured the Spanish countryside as part of their March trip to Spain. View story >

The 2012 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards results are in, and Chaminade Julienne has got a national Silver Medalist once again! View story >

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

PARENTS

Calling All CJ Parents - Come Get Involved this Spring!
Any parents interested in ways to get involved enhancing your student's high school experience at CJ should consider these upcoming volunteer opportunities!

Senior Picnic: Parents of seniors are needed to help organize, host and donate food items for the senior class picnic on Thursday, May 17 from 1:15 to 3:45 p.m. at Delco Park in Kettering. Please email Angela Ruffolo, senior class moderator, to volunteer.
Prom: Parents of juniors and seniors are needed to help set-up and pick-up the red carpet used for students as they enter Prom on Saturday, April 21 at the Dayton Kroc Center. The carpet can be set-up any time after 5 p.m. that day. To assist with decorating, please email Angela Ruffolo.
AfterProm: The Co-Educators are seeking parent-volunteers to help with AfterProm on Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22.

To volunteer with set-up or to work the event, please email Jenny Dufresne, club president.
If you would like to donate a prize or make a monetary contribution for the purchase of prizes, email Rita Meadors.
Finally, if you'd like to donate food and drink, please email Rita Brown.

Spring Musical: The Parents of Performing Arts Students are seeking parent-volunteers to help host the spring musical this weekend and next.

To sell tickets and flowers, please email Sandy Piatt.
To help organize and serve refreshments during intermisison, please email Amy Meyers or email Stuart Meyers.

CJ cannot make these opportunities availabe for students without your help. Thank you for your support!

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STUDENT LIFE

Notre Dame Alumni Essay Contest

Students are invited to submit essays exploring the legacy of the Sisters of Notre Dame at CJ. Submissions should be turned in to your student's English or Religion teacher by Monday, April 2. The top three entries will receive cash prizes, including $500 for the first place essay. View this flyer for more details >

Molly Bardine, English department chair | email

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GUIDANCE

Attention Parents of Seniors

The period to apply for the Dayton Montgomery County and Dayton Foundation Scholarships is now complete -- no further applications are being accepted.

Careers Speaker Rescheduled

On Tuesday, March 27 Tyler Schutz will discuss career opportunities in the business and marketing industry during homeroom. All students are invited to attend this presentation in the library. Students must first report to homeroom and check in with a teacher.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email

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MINISTRY & SERVICE

This Week's Lenten Mission Drive Activities

Thank you to those area Catholic priests who joined us in the chapel yesterday and today to offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation to all CJ students in religion classes. This afternoon, the Senior Justice Project continues with a fun fundraiser for the Marianist and Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur mission work to help victims of human trafficking.

The beloved Faculty/Staff vs. Seniors basketball game tips off today after school at 3:30 p.m. Admission is $2 and there will be a charity bake sale before and briefly after the game.

Additionally, the proceeds from Out of Uniform Day, scheduled for Friday, March 23, will also be divided to benefit both missions. The cost to participate is $2.

If you have questions about these Lenten Mission Drive activites, please contact religion teachers Lisa Colbert (email) or Tim Dillon (email).

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email

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CJ STEMM

STEMM College Rep Homeroom Speaker

All students are invited to learn more about the STEM opportunities at the University of Cincinnati during a homeroom college rep presentation Monday, March 26 in the CIL. CJ welcomes Renee Smith, student enrollment program coordinator for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM coordinator | email

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ATHLETICS

Football Parent Meeting for Current/Incoming Families

Both players and parents of returning students and incoming freshman who have an interest in playing football next season are encouraged to attend this informational meeting on Thursday, April 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Important information, including the summer football calendar, will be distributed to those in attendance. Please email Coach Marcus Colvin with any questions or if you cannot attend the meeting but want information on football.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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HEALTH CLINIC

March is National Nutrition Month

Making small changes in your diet and increasing physical activity can lead to weight loss and overall improved health and well-being. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends the following tips to help you succeed.

Set realistic health goals to prevent failure and discouragement.
Get a personalized eating plan.
Eat three meals a day and avoid eating while doing other activities like watching TV. This can lead to overeating and consumption of unhealthy foods.
Eat slowly and stop when you're full. It takes your brain 20 minutes to know your body is getting food.
Watch your portion size to help control calorie intake.
Find your balance between healthy eating and exercise. Daily exercise not only helps you maintain a healthy weight but also reduces the risk of chronic health diseases and gives you a feeling of well-being.

Tere McDonald, RN, school nurse | email

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CALENDAR

PT Conference Sign-up / Report Card Pick-up - TONIGHT

Thursday, March 22 | 3 to 6 p.m. | Cafeteria

Parents can pick up report cards and sign up for Parent-Teacher Conferences, which will be held on Tuesday, March 27.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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Spring Sports Picture Day - NEW

Thursday, March 22 | 3:30 to 5:45 p.m. | CJ

Spring sports pictures will be taken at CJ on the lawn in front of the stone eagle. Coaches have been given envelopes and should distribute them to student-athletes on each team.

3:30 -- Men's Tennis

3:45 -- Baseball

4:00 -- Softball

4:15 -- Men's Track

4:25 -- Women's Track

4:35 -- Men's and Women's Senior Track

4:45 -- Women's Rowing

5:00 -- Men's Rowing

5:10 -- Men's and Women's Senior Rowing

5:20 -- Men's Volleyball

5:30 -- Men's Lacrosse

5:45 -- Women's Lacrosse

With questions, please call or email Kathleen Zehenny in the athletic office at (937) 461-3740 x294.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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Out of Uniform Day

Friday, March 23

Out of uniform passes will be sold for $2 during homeroom. Please adhere to the guidelines listed on page 41 of the Student Handbook.

All the proceeds collected will benefit the Lenten Mission Drive.

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SAVE THE DATES

Spring Musical

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

March 23-25 & March 30-31 | Auditorium

The Performing Arts department presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.

Showtimes:

March 23, 24, 30 and 31 | 7:30 p.m.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

Sunday, March 25 | 3 p.m.

Doors open at 2:30 p.m.

Tickets: $10 adults, $8 HS students, $5 K-8 students
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Junior College Planning Meeting - LAST CALL TO RSVP

Monday, March 26 | 6:30 p.m. | Library

All juniors should plan to attend this informational meeting with a parent, and should RSVP to Kelly Muhl (email) or Charlene Wheeler (email) by March 23.

Families will be receiving important information regarding senior year and college applications will be handed out. Additionally, Mike Beerman, CJ's Jostens representative, will be in attendance to give a short presentation regarding senior graduation announcements for next year.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email

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Parent-Teacher Conferences

Tuesday, March 27 | 4 to 6 p.m.

Remember to sign up for conferences on Thursday, March 22 from 3 to 6 p.m. in the cafeteria.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email
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Kairos Retreat #3

March 27-30

This is the final Kairos retreat of the school year. Please remember all the retreatants, leaders and chaperones in your prayers.

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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Late-start Block Wednesday

Wednesday, March 28

School starts at 9:37 a.m.
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Religion 11 Parent Days

Wednesday and Thursday, March 28-29

Parents are welcome to come to class on Wednesday and Thursday, March 28-29 for an activity and discussion on Unit VI: Racism. In preparation for this class, it is recommended that parents review the unit notes.

We will explore the relationship between race, class, gender, socio-economic status and our life experiences, and engage in a simulation that day called "Level Playing Field." There is no preparation required; however, students and parents will be asked to share some of their past experiences with the class related to these topics. Details >

Mick Mominee, Religion teacher | email

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National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Monday, April 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Emmanuel Church

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School Liturgy

Wednesday, April 4

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

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email

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Easter Break - NO SCHOOL

April 6-13, 2012

The building will be closed for Good Friday (April 6) and Easter Monday (April 9).

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REMINDERS

Spring Sports Physicals & Participation Fees Due Friday

Students are reminded to turn in physicals for the spring sports season to the athletic office as soon as possible. Athletes may not practice or participate with the team until physicals are on file. Download athletic physical forms here at cjeagles.org.

The participation fee of $75 is due to the athletic office Friday, March 23.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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Seniors Focus Lenten Mission Drive on Trafficking

As part of the Senior Justice Project goal to raise money for and awareness about human trafficking, students are taking part in the following activities:

Seniors have been presenting to students in religion classes about the issue.
Collection cans have been placed in all religion classes. Donations will go to Marianist and Notre Dame missions.
The seniors vs. faculty basketball game is being played March 22 after school. Admission costs $2, with proceeds benefiting each mission.
Tuesday, April 3 will be a day of silence in solidarity with the victims of human trafficking. More details to come.

Tim Dillon, Religion teacher | email

Lisa Colbert, Religion teacher | email

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New POPS Meeting Dates

All meetings will be held from 7 to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, April 3
Thursday, April 26
Thursday, May 31

POPS Seeks a Volunteer Treasurer

The Parents of Performing Arts Students (POPS) group is seeking a volunteer to fill the newly-created position of treasurer. Those interested should email pops@cjeagles.org for more details.

Christine Evans & Laura Meixner, Co-presidents | email

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PARISH BULLETIN

Knights of Columbus Lenten Dinner

Fridays in March | 5:30 to 7 pm | Marian Manor

The Knights of Columbus #3754 will host a lenten dinner every Friday in March at Marian Manor (directions), with rosary beginning at 5 p.m. Adults cost $7, children under 12 cost $4 and families cost $20.

The dinner menu includes fried fish, baked fish, fries, baked potato, salad, cole slaw and applesauce. Desserts are available for $.50 while they last.

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Free Luncheon / Seminar for Moms & Teen Daughters

Saturday, March 31 | 11:30 am to 1 pm | Delco Park

Elizabeth's New Life Center is hosting a free DreamKeepers luncheon for mothers and teen daughters interested in learning more about making healthy choices and avoiding the risks associated with early sexual activity. View event flyer >

The session is being held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Delco Park Meeting Place (directions). Lunch will be provided courtesy of Max & Erma's. For more information or to register, call (937) 643-4673.

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Founders' Thoughts

"Patience, the good God has His plans; let us follow them with all our hearts."

"We shall be very strong if we remain always closely united."

Fast Five

P-T Conference Sign-ups / Report Card Distribution

3/22 - 3 to 6 pm

Out of Uniform Day

3/23 - Cost $2

Spring Musical

3/23, 3/24, & 3/25

Junior Parent Meeting
3/26 - RSVP

P-T Conferences
3/27 - 4 to 6 pm

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Featured Faculty & Staff Member

Joe Whatley '04

Joe Whatley is a 2004 graduate of Chaminade Julienne and currently serves his alma mater as a director, producer, club moderator and teacher in the school's performing arts department. He received his Bachelor of Music Education with a concentration in vocal music from Wright State University.

In his time attending CJ and WSU, Joe was extremely active in all drama and choral activities. Today, he enjoys studying classical music, playing piano and bass guitar, and fulfilling his duties as music director for several area theatre companies as well as at CJ, where shows have included Little Shop of Horrors, Little Women, Grease, and currently Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Away from CJ, Joe has also lent his expertise directing music for St. Rita Catholic Church and most recently at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Chapels on Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

Earlier this March, Joe traveled with Vega -- one of two CJ pop a cappella groups, along with Age V -- to the Lexington Catholic Voices In Harmony pop a cappella competition where the group received the award for best movement and choreography.

Joe is indebted to his colleagues Debi Schutt and John Findley for their dedication and continued hard work in growing the performing arts program at CJ.

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