CJ Parent Weekly

November 15, 2012

Department News | Calendar | Reminders | Youth Programs | Community Bulletin

Greetings!

Enjoy a free day of fun for the whole family this Saturday at the CJ STEMM Celebration Family Expo -- part of the Dayton Regional Science Festival: Ignite Innovation event -- from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Student Conditioning Center.

Explore with your son or daughter what scientists, technologists, engineers, mathematicians, and medical and health care professionals do on a daily basis. Learn how their work helps solve global challenges and get hands-on at more than 40 exhibits.

Interactive displays will involve:

Generating electricity by riding an "Energy Bike," provided by DP&L and the Ohio Energy Project.
Driving CJ's XtremeBots, robots which have been used in DRMA battle competitions.
Painting with insects, an art activity led by the Maggot Man from the University of Dayton.
Discovering animal adaptations with live animals from Five Rivers Metroparks.
Exploring molecular gastronomy and futuristic food with a local chef.
PLUS much more...

We look forward to devoting a day to STEMM learning with you and the many Dayton-area organizations, schools and individuals who have volunteered to make this celebration possible. For the full lineup of exhibits and partners, visit cjeagles.org, or contact me with questions.

Hope to see you Saturday!

Sincerely,

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator

(937) 461-3740 x487 | email

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EAGLE PRIDE

A CJ freshman won first place, and will be recognized this Saturday, for her writing submission in the 12th annual Families Matter Essay and Poster Contest. Continue >

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COMMUNITY UPDATE

NEW this week:

Learn more about the awareness activities, service opportunities and co-curricular enrichment experiences that make up CJ's Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week. The week concludes Nov. 19 so don't forget to donate! View story >

The High School Placement Test for 8th graders is this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at CJ. View story >

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

PARENTS
Grading and Credit Information
Beginning this year CJ is awarding credit at the end of each semester instead of the end of the year. Below is what this means for your son or daughter.

A student's grade in each class at the end of the first semester (Jan.16) will be added to his/her permanent transcript. Credit will be awarded for each class he/she is passing. The same applies for grades at the end of the second semester (June 7).
A student's grade in every class will start over at the beginning of a new semester.
If a student has a grade that is an F at the end of either of the semesters, he/she will need to attend summer school for that portion of the class.

Those fall athletes intending to take advantage of the Physical Education Waiver should have turned in forms by now. Any student who has not done so risks losing the ability to have this season count towards the waiver.

With questions about these items, students should please consult with their guidance counselor.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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One Confirmed Case of Chickenpox in a Student

One CJ student has been confirmed to have contracted Varicella (otherwise known as chickenpox). Chickenpox is a contagious disease caused by a virus that is easily spread by sneezing and coughing or through contact with someone's chickenpox sores. This virus usually infects younger children; however, anyone can become infected. Those who haven't already had chickenpox or been vaccinated are more susceptible.

Early symptoms may include: aches, fever, and sore throat. Then a very itchy skin rash develops. If your child has never had the disease or been vaccinated:

Watch to see if a rash develops over the next 10 days to three weeks.
Don't send your child to school if he/she develops a rash. Contact your child's health care provider for a diagnosis and treatment. Report the diagnosis to CJ as soon as possible.
Wait six days from when the rash from chickenpox began, or when all sores are dry and crusted over, to send your child back to school.

Contact your child's health care provider if you feel he/she is at risk. More information is available at the U.S. National Library of Medicine's Web site. If you have questions, contact or email school nurse Tere McDonald, RN, at (937) 461-3740 x227.

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STUDENTS
Christmas Dance Dec. 8 - New Guidelines Reminder
This year's theme is "Winter Wonderland," and the dance is being held at the Greek Orthodox Church (directions). Tickets will be sold during lunch on Friday, Nov. 30; Monday, Dec. 3; and Tuesday, Dec. 4, only. The cost is $10 for a single ticket and $20 for a couple's ticket.

Freshmen may attend the dance, but eighth grade students are not permitted. Any CJ student wishing to attend with a guest who is not enrolled at CJ must complete and submit a Dance Guest Request form before he/she will be permitted to purchase tickets.

Please refer to the School Dance Guidelines listed on page 34 of the Student Handbook.

Jason Unger, Assistant Principal | email

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Honors Biology Students Engineer Creative Solutions
Students in Amanda Ooten's Honors Biology classes are acting as environmental engineers this week during an investigation into how algae can be used as biofuel to reduce our carbon footprint. Using the engineering design process, students first created an algae growing chamber to see which group could grow the most algae. Next, they will create a public service announcement sharing the benefits of using algae as a biofuel. View pictures of the students' work >

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CALENDAR

Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week

Ends Monday, November 19

Donations (to count toward class goals) will continue to be accepted up until Monday, Nov. 19. Thanks to everyone who has participated in this week of awareness thus far. More details >

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email

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Out of Uniform Day

Friday, November 16

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

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High School Placement Test

Saturday, November 17 | 9 a.m. to noon

CJ will administer the High School Placement Test (HSPT) to area 8th grade students, and offer a complimentary parent breakfast at 9:15 a.m. Encourage someone you know to register their child online at cjeagles.org.

Brett Chmiel, Director of Admissions | email

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CJ STEMM Celebration Family Expo

Saturday, November 17 | 1 to 4 p.m. | SCC

Join local STEMM experts and professionals from area schools and businesses as they transform the Student Conditioning Center into a STEMM playground. This afternoon celebration will entice all interests and provide generous opportunity for hands-on, interactive experiences with displays and activities for all ages focused in nanotechnology, mathematics, medicine, engineering, art, and science. More details >

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email

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Don Weimert '57 Memorial Service

Tuesday, November 20 | 6 p.m. | St. Mary's Church

The memorial service for Donald Weimert, a 1957 alumnus and longtime CJ faculty member, will be held Tuesday evening at St. Mary's Church (directions). Mr. Weimert served 40 years in Catholic education, including 27 as a teacher, coach and athletic director at CJ from 1974 to 2001. He passed away at age 74 on Oct. 23. More details >

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Thanksgiving Break

November 21-23

The building will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 22-23.

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CJ STEMM Idol Speaker Series

Tuesday, November 27 | During homeroom periods

All students are invited to room 126 to explore real-world applications of science, technology, engineering, math and medicine with guest speaker with Christine Schubert Kabban '88, assistant professor of mathematics at AFIT.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email

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Late-start Block Wednesday

Wednesday, November 28

School starts at 9:37 a.m.

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College Help Session

Wednesday, November 28 | 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. | CIL

Seniors are encouraged to attend these sessions with the guidance office in the CIL (room 237) Wednesdays after school.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email

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Winter Sports Participation Fee Due

Friday, November 30

The participation fee of $75 for all winter athletes is due to the business office by Friday, November 30.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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REMINDERS

Winter Exam Information 2012-13

Winter exams will be administered Tuesday through Friday, Dec. 18-21. It is important for all students to be in attendance on exam days. Please avoid scheduling conflicts such as routine doctor appointments, family vacations, college visits, etc. during the exam days. Complete exam information, along with daily schedules and expectations, is now posted at cjeagles.org.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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CJ Scholarship Application Now Available

The new CJ Scholarship Application, along with descriptions of each scholarship, is now available at cjeagles.org. All students in grades 9-11 should have received a hard copy of the application in homeroom. Please note that this year applications are due on December 1, and all responses must be typed. If you have questions or need additional copies of the application, please email or contact Cindy Budde in the Welcome Center at (937) 461-3740 x214.
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Detailed Guide for Completing the PSAS Application

A detailed guide with instructions for completing the 2013-14 PSAS application form is now available at cjeagles.org. To be considered for tuition assistance next school year, PSAS applications, including all supporting documentation must be postmarked by December 1. Families can also submit an electronic application directly at PSAS.org. If you have questions, please email or contact Cindy Budde in the Welcome Center at (937) 461-3740 x214.
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Google Apps for Education

As part of CJ's transition to Google Apps for Education, we will begin converting "@cjeagles.org" email accounts to the Gmail system during the Thanksgiving break. Users' actual email addresses will not change; however, instead of accessing CJ email through Microsoft Office Outlook's Web Access client, email will be accessed by logging in at google.com. Due to the switch, access to email will be limited or non-existent during the holiday weekend November 23-25.

If you have questions or concerns about CJ's transition to Google, please email or contact Steve Fuchs, director of the academic office, at (937) 461-3740 x205.
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Men's & Women's Lacrosse Open Field in the SCC

Lacrosse open field sessions on Friday, Nov. 16 and 30 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Student Conditioning Center are open to any student in grades 9-11 interested in trying out for the men's or women's team. Students in grades 6-8 are invited to attend on Friday, Dec. 7 and 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the SCC. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Mary Reis, team president, at rnbrgr8@gmail.com or (937) 974-2649.

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Men's Volleyball Open Gym Sessions - Now in SCC

Open gym will be held for any current CJ student or incoming freshman interested in playing volleyball in the Student Conditioning Center (not the gym) on the following dates and times:

Sunday, Nov. 18 | 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 2 | 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 16 | 7 to 8:30 p.m.

With questions, please email Megan Marrinan, head coach.

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Buy an Activity Pass at a Reduced Cost

Activity Passes are on sale at reduced prices: a student pass now costs $40 and an adult pass (good for admission of pass holder + 1 guest) costs $120. Passes are good for admission to all winter and spring home events, including the spring musical. In addition, passes may be redeemed for tickets to CJ's GCL men's basketball road games during advanced ticket sales.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Eagle Youth Girls Basketball Team Needs Volunteers

The Eagle Youth Girls Basketball program is looking for volunteers to help out at home games on the following dates:

Friday, Nov. 30 | 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 7 | 6 to 9:30 p.m
Tuesday, Dec. 11 | 6 to 8:30 p.m
Friday, Jan. 11 | 6 to 9:30 p.m
Tuesday, Jan. 15 | 6 to 8:30 p.m
Friday, Jan. 25 | 6 to 9:30 p.m
Friday, Feb. 1 | 6 to 9:30 p.m
Friday, Feb. 15 | 6 to 9:30 p.m.

If you'd like to help out, please contact coach Tony Greene at (937) 231-4493 or tonyg@monroefederal.com.

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN

Home City Ice Jobs Open House

Friday, Nov. 28 | 4 p.m. | Home City Ice

Home City Ice will host an open house at its Gateway Drive location (directions) for high school and college students as well as other adults seeking part-time employment. Download a flyer for more information. Those interested in attending should RSVP via email to pmaloney@homecityice.com.

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Founders' Thoughts

"Let us work with all our hearts to contribute unity to the community."

"Religion is not taught; it is communicated. Religion is instilled more deeply in the spirits and hearts of the students through the atmosphere that permeates the school rather than through teaching."

Official CJ Spirit Store

Shop the Store
CJ's official Online Spirit Store is the place to shop for all your Eagle spirit gear needs. Choose from our lineup of customizable clothing, caps and accessories!

Fast Five + 1

HHAW

Ends 11/19

Out of Uniform Day
    11/16 - Costs $1

High School Placement Test
11/17 - 9 am to noon

CJ STEMM Family Expo
11/17 - 1 to 4 pm

Don Weimert Memorial Service
    11/20 - 6 pm

Thanksgiving Break
    11/21 - 11/23

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Featured Faculty & Staff Member

Jim Sparrow

Jim is in his eighth year at CJ, teaching AP U.S. History, AP Psychology, and Senior Religion. He also moderates the National Honor Society, coaches the six-time defending league champion CJ Quiz Bowl team, serves on the Admissions Committee, the Ministry and Service Committee, and the "Committee to limit the number of committees."

Jim grew up in Cleveland and claims he "still bears the scars thereof." He has a BA in History from Hiram College, an MA in History from Case Western Reserve University, and an MA in Theological Studies from the University of Dayton.

Jim will celebrate the 30th anniversary of his marriage to his college sweetheart Kristin next May. He has three children: Sara, a student at Sinclair; Benjamin, a freshman at CJ; and Helen, a sixth grader at Bishop Leibold.

When not being a source of wisdom to his children, Jim spends his time drinking coffee, watching baseball, eating at the Waffle House, reading The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, and delivering the Dayton Daily News as a "lackey" on his son Ben's paper route.

Visit Jim's page at cjeagles.org to learn more.

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