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Greetings!
Later this month, construction will begin on the final phase of the I-75 modernization project, which will reconfigure the highway through downtown and possibly affect your commute to and from CJ.
This last phase of construction will improve safety, decrease congestion, and remove left-hand entrances and exits while creating one primary ramp to access downtown. The project will also create three continuous lanes of traffic in both directions from Third to Main Streets and upgrade pavement conditions. As a result, northbound exit ramps to First and Third Streets may be closed as soon as September 19. Please plan your routes to and from school accordingly.
This $126 million project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2017. Next week, more information will be available at www.I75commuting.com, on the I-75 hotline at (937) 425-8475, and at one of four public information meetings:
Tuesday, Sept. 18 | Noon
KeyBank Tower Conference Center (directions)
Wednesday, Sept. 19 | 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
KeyBank Tower Conference Center (morning) &
MVRPC Center for Regional Cooperation (directions)
Wednesday, Sept. 26 | 8:30 a.m.
Dayton City Commission meeting, City Hall (directions)
The Downtown Dayton Partnership is offering to email updates regularly to anyone interested in knowing more. To subscribe, send a message to info@downtowndayton.org with the subject line, "Please sign me up to receive I-75 construction updates."
Street Parking at CJ
Please also be aware that the City of Dayton plans to begin limiting on-street parking on the west side of Perry Street (next to Blue Green Field) sometime in the next two weeks in order to improve traffic flow in that area for our students.
Once the new signs are installed, parking will no longer be available there during school hours. For any student affected by this change, CJ parking passes for Lot D may still be purchased for $60 in the office of student services.
If you have questions or concerns about parking and traffic to and from CJ, please let us know.
Sincerely,
Dan Meixner, President | email
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 Have You Registered Yet?
Don't miss out on CJ's fall Wine Tasting community event! Space is limited at this social, but you can reserve a spot today by registering online. Register >
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COMMUNITY UPDATE
NEW this week:
- Thanks to everyone who could attend Meet the Teacher Night with us last week. See photos from the evening and learn a little more about our new faculty and staff members. View story >
- The CJ cross country program enters week four of the 2012-13 season. Keep pace with the Eagles and find out what's in store for runners this weekend. View story >
- Did you know that CJ tracks performance trends of its students in college, after they've graduated high school, for the benefit of current and future students? View story >
CU August / September -- Read Full Issue
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MEET NEW FACULTY & STAFF
Get to know our new faculty and staff members:
Jacob Browning returns to CJ this school year and will teach German. He previously taught in the foreign language department from fall 2006 to spring 2010. Jacob is currently pursuing an additional degree in engineering from UD.
Jessica Hanley joins the science department. She is a recent graduate from the University of Dayton, and comes to CJ to serve her two-year teaching commitment as a member of the school's post-graduate Lalanne Program.
Michelle Mize also joins the foreign language department for the 2012-13 school year. The Kettering resident, and graduate of Carroll High School, will teach three periods of French. She brings three years of teaching experience at Lakota and National Trail high schools.
Fr. Matthew Robben joins the office of ministry and service and will serve as chaplain. A Cincinnati native, Fr. Matt completed his studies at Mount St. Mary's Seminary and was ordained by Archbishop Schnurr in May.
And finally, Mike Hoendorf '03, who in years past has assisted with facilities management and served as a substitute teacher, will also join Fr. Matt in ministry and service as an assistant director. As part of his new role, Mike will work closely with the Marianist LIFE club. He is currently studying to earn his master's degree in theology from Franciscan University.
Please help us extend a warm CJ welcome to our new and returning teachers and staff members as you interact with each this school year.
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 DEPARTMENT NEWS
ACADEMICS
Senior Capstone Project: Exploring Justice in Our World Today
 This past Tuesday during homeroom, seniors were given information about the Capstone Project. The 2013 Capstone Project is a research-based inquiry into a justice issue facing our world today. Seniors are asked to apply to be part of the pilot for the 2012-13 school year.
For more information, read this handout, or contact one of the project's coordinators: Sr. Nicole Trahan (email), Kelli Kinnear (email), or Molly Bardine (email).
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MINISTRY & SERVICE Daily Mass Canceled for September 17 There will be no morning mass in the CJ chapel on Monday, Sept. 17. Fr. Matt Robben, Chaplain | email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service Opportunities Now Available Encourage your son or daughter to stop by the office of ministry and service to sign up for a service opportunity. All freshmen and sophomores are required to participate in service opportunities that are promoted out of this office (see the specific religion service requirements for all students). In addition to our weekly REACH sites, we currently have opportunities to serve at the Oktoberfest (September 22-23) and the Holy Angels parish feast (September 30). New opportunities are added on a regular basis. Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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ATHLETCS
Blue Green Club Team Representatives
The Blue Green Club is asking that all CJ sports teams designate a team representative to attend meetings and collaborate with the members of the school's parent group. For more information, please contact Lenise Knight, CJ parent, at bit0508@hotmail.com or (937) 321-8824.
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CJ Football vs. Meadowdale
Pre-sale tickets for Friday's 7:30 p.m. home game vs. Meadowdale at West Carrollton Jr. High (directions) will be available at lunch periods and after school for $6 (adults) and $4 (students). Activity passes will also be accepted.
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Men's Volleyball Open Gym
Students interested in playing volleyball this school year are encouraged to attend open gym on Sunday, Sept. 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the CJ gym. With questions, please email Megan Marrinan, head coach.
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Swimming Try-out Informational Meeting
Students interested in swimming should attend a short informational meeting on Monday, Sept. 17 at 3:15 p.m. in room 126. With questions, please email Gina Harrington or email Amy O'Loughlin, assistant coaches.
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Softball Informational Meeting
Students interested in playing softball should attend a short informational meeting on Friday, September 21 at 3:15 p.m. in room 104. With questions, please email Dee Werbrich, head coach.
Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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CALENDAR
Parents of Performing Arts Students (PoPS) Meeting
Thursday, September 6 | 7 p.m. | Music room Find out how you can get involved with the PoPS this school year by attending the September meeting. With questions, email Laura Meixner, PoPS president.
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Out of Uniform Day
Friday, September 7 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blue Green Club and Co-Educators Parent Meeting
Monday, September 10 | 6 and 7 p.m. Get involved with the Blue Green Club and Co-Educators parent groups by attending one or both meetings. With questions, email Grant Stumpf, Blue Green president, or email John Marshall, CJ principal.
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Student Immunization Records Due
Tuesday, September 11
Students who do not have immunization records on file in the Health Clinic will be excluded from school beginning Wednesday, Sept. 12.
Tere McDonald, RN, School Nurse | email
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Senior Parent College Meeting
Tuesday, September 11 | 6:30 to 8 p.m.
The guidance office strongly encourages all senior parents to attend this informational meeting with their child, especially if you were unable to attend the spring meeting. New and updated information will be available.
Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Opening School Liturgy - 8 a.m. start - JOIN US!Wednesday, September 12 School will be on block liturgy schedule. Liturgy will start at approximately 10 a.m. at Emmanuel Church, and parents are always welcome to attend. Fr. Matt Robben, Chaplain | email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Underclass Pictures - Out of Uniform Day
Friday, September 14 This is a free out of uniform day for all students. Please refer to the guidelines listed on page 41 of the Student Handbook.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Family Kick-off Night
Saturday, September 15 | 5 to 7 p.m. CJ welcomes students and families who participated in 2012 Eagle youth summer camps back to campus for games, food and fun!
Brett Chmiel, Admissions Coordinator | email
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Freshman Mixer
Saturday, September 15 | 7:30 to 10 p.m. | Courtyard CJ freshmen are invited to attend this annual dance in the courtyard (weather permitting). Please adhere to the Guidelines for School Sponsored Activities listed on page 34 of the Student Handbook.
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Kairos is an optional four-day experience for seniors that 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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Late-start Block Wednesday
Wednesday, September 19
School starts at 9:37 a.m. and will be on block schedule.
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Junior Service Fair
Friday, September 21
As part of their religion curriculum, all juniors are required to complete 25 hours of community service. This in-school fair provides an opportunity for CJ juniors to be exposed to many of the agencies where they will be able to complete their service hours.
Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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Patron/Ad Drive Materials Due
Friday, September 21
Information regarding the Patron/Ad Drive was mailed home in mid-July, and is also available online at cjeagles.org. Every student is required to sell a minimum of $125 in patron or ad space. Contracts and payment must be received by September 21, 2012.
If you did not receive the information, need additional contracts or have questions, please call or email Caitlin Cronin Bennett at (937) 461-3740 x201.
Please note: Anyone wishing to sell an ad to a physician or group not part of the Premier Health Network should please contact Caitlin for prior approval before soliciting the ad. Some restrictions apply, but we will work with each situation as exceptions arise.
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Spirit Week
September 24-28
Students are invited to participate in this fun, community spirit building event! Please adhere to the Spirit Day and the Out of Uniform guidelines, listed on page 41 of the Student Handbook.
Friday, Sept. 28 is a blue and green Spirit Day. School will be on rally schedule.
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CJ STEMM Idol Speaker Series - RESCHEDULED
Tuesday, September 25 | CIL
All students are invited to attend during homeroom periods. Dieter Krewedl, a 1961 Chaminade grad, will serve as guest speaker. More details >
Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
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Distinguished Alumni Awards
Thursday, September 27 | 6 p.m. | NCR Country Club
CJ is proud to honor the 2012 inductees of the Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame. Please join us for a wonderful evening including cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and awards presentations honoring this year's recipients at NCR Country Club (directions). The favor of your reply is requested by September 14. Tickets are $35 per guest.
Honorees include:
- Fr. Tom Schroer '60, Christian Service Award
- Debbie Denise '69, Professional Achievement Award
- Dick Zimmer '51, Professional Achievement Award
- Rick '67 & Leslie Iannarino, CJ Community Award
- Dr. Steve Kleinhenz, Honorary Alumni
With questions, please call or email Caitlin Cronin Bennett at 461-3740 x201.
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CJ Community Wine Tasting - Register Online!
Saturday, October 6 | 2 to 5 p.m.
The Parents of Performing Arts Students (PoPS) are hosting the CJ Wine Tasting Community Event. Patrons 21 and older have the opportunity to sample a variety of wines and make purchases at state minimum cost.
The cost to attend is $20 and space is limited. Register online to reserve your spot today. If you have questions, please contact event coordinators Dan and Christine Evans, CJ parents, at cjwinetasting@gmail.com.
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REMINDERS
 Access Grades Online with NetClassroom
NetClassroom is CJ's online grade reporting software. Please note that the web address has changed this school year: https://991netclass.blackbaudondemand.com/NetClassroom7.
Parents will receive a copy of their username, password and login instructions in the mail this week. Students will also receive their NetClassroom information in homerooms. To access the site, follow the link above or click the NetClassroom icon, located below the green tabs at cjeagles.org.
Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email
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Awarding Credits Per Semester
Beginning this school year, CJ will award class credit on a per semester basis rather than at the completion of a class. Now, students will earn 0.5 credits at the end of the first semester and another 0.5 at the end of the second semester. Both semester grades will be reported on the student's official transcript.
Also as a result, please note that:
- Students' grades will start over each semester.
- Updated GPAs will be calculated at the end of each semester.
- Exemption from final exams may still be granted to a student at the end of the year in a year-long class if he or she has an A average for the entire year and meets the other exam exemption criteria listed on page 19 of the Student Handbook.
- Any student who does not earn both of these credits will need to earn the missing credit through a remedial summer school program.
Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Has Your Home Address Changed? If you have moved recently or would like to update your home address in our system, please be sure to complete a Student Change of Address form. This form can also be downloaded from the "Resources" section on the home page at cjeagles.org. Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reserve Your 2012-13 Yearbook Today! Don't miss the opportunity to capture your child's high school experience. Purchase a 2012-13 yearbook for $60 online at www.jostensyearbooks.com, or by completing and returning a CJ yearbook order form. Turn in order forms to Mr. Greg Mueller, yearbook moderator, in room 164, or email him with questions. (NOTE: The 2011-12 yearbooks will be distributed at school in mid-to-late September when they arrive from Jostens.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue Green Club Seeks Concession Stand Volunteers The Blue Green Club is looking for parent-volunteers to staff the concession stand at the next two home varsity football games on September 7 (at West Carrollton Junior High) and September 14 (at West Carrollton Senior High School). Those interested in working will need to arrive to games at 6:45 p.m. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Lenise Knight, CJ parent, at bit0508@hotmail.com or (937) 321-8824. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Co-Educators Seek Parent to Serve as Club President The Co-Educators are looking for a parent to fill the role of club president for the 2012-13 school year. The president will work closely with John Marshall, CJ principal, on creating the monthly topics of discussion and assisting with volunteer organization. Anyone interested should please email or call John at (937) 461-3740 x219. Duties: -
Recruiting volunteers for events.
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Partnering with Student Council moderator to get chaperones for dances.
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Coordinating the Used Uniform Sale.
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Junior and Senior Retreat Registration Forms All juniors and seniors should have received retreat registration forms last week. Senior forms were due back to the office of ministry and service on Wednesday, Aug. 29, and junior retreat registration forms were due back by Wednesday, Sept. 5. Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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Activity Passes on Sale Student and Adult Activity Passes, good for admission to CJ athletic and cultural events during the 2012-13 school year, are now on sale in the athletic office.
New this year, pass holders may now redeem tickets for away GCL football and men's basketball games during advanced ticket sales in the CJ athletic office. Once redeemed, away tickets are valid only for the upcoming contest immediately following the date of retrieval.
As always, passes will also be accepted at all home football, volleyball, soccer, wrestling and basketball games as well as CJ theater productions. Student passes cost $60 and admit one student, while adult passes cost $180 and admit the pass holder plus up to one guest.
Scot Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN
Downtown Dayton Revival Music Festival
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 8-9 | Noon to 11 p.m.
More than 30 bands, headlined by artists Train and John Legend, will perform on three outdoor stages during this first-year event in downtown Dayton. Family-friendly activities will also be available. More details, including ticketing information, are available at www.downtownrevival.com.
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Picture This! Scrapbooking & Memory Making Event
Saturday, Sept. 15 | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. | St. Henry Parish
Join us for this day of crafting at the St. Henry Parish Activity Center (directions). Traditional and digital memory making, crafting, jewelry and card making are all welcome. The cost to attend is $40 and includes meals and drinks. Sign up deadline is Sunday, September 1. Download a registration form at www.bishopleiboldschool.com.
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Family Rosary Rally 2012
Sunday, October 14 | 3 p.m. | UD Arena
Join thousands of other families in this powerful public prayer event honoring Mary the Mother of God. Fr. Benedict O'Cinnsealaigh, president/rector of the Mt. St. Mary Seminary, will preside.
If you cannot make it to the rally, tune in to Radio Maria on 1600 AM WULM Springfield/Dayton for a live broadcast. More details can be found at www.familyrosaryrally.com.
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Founders' Thoughts
 "All things must bless God. Let us stand fast in times of darkness. "
"New times demand new methods."
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Featured Faculty & Staff Member
Caitlin Cronin Bennett Caitlin is in her second year at Chaminade Julienne as alumni relations coordinator. Her duties challenge her to wear many hats in organizing events such as CJ's first ever Reunion Weekend, which brought over 1300 alumni to campus, as well as the Distinguished Alumni Awards and the Hall of Fame Induction dinner. She also coordinates the Patron/Ad Drive and the Phonathon in the fall and spring and is the moderator of the Student Development Chairs.
In addition to her alumni responsibilities, she is teaching the first semester of the Fine Arts: Theatre class. A lover of theatre and advocate for the arts in education, Caitlin was thrilled to have the opportunity to direct the fall play last year, The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet. Caitlin comes from a big Irish family and is a Cincinnati native. She is a graduate from Purcell Marian and the University of Dayton, where she met her husband, Mike. They currently live in community in Walnut Hills with their cockapoo, Archie. Mike works in Campus Ministry at UD in Retreats and Faith Communities. In her spare time Caitlin enjoys running, singing, and spending time with family and friends. She completed her first full marathon this past May in the Flying Pig Marathon in Cincinnati. Caitlin also is a new edition to the Black Box Improv Theatre in downtown Dayton as a house improviser. You could catch her on Friday and Saturday nights at 9:30 p.m. at the Black Box located in the Cannery! For more about Caitlin, visit her page at cjeagles.org >
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