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Greetings!
Make March your month to become more involved at CJ. Great opportunities to volunteer with and meet fellow parents are right around the corner, so please consider a few of these fun ways to pitch in with members of the school community.
This Tuesday, March 5 is a "parents and adults only" night at the Spring Phonathon. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., faculty, staff and parent volunteers will be calling other parents to ask for their support of the Annual Fund. Training and dinner is provided, and no experience is needed. Please contact or email Caitlin Cronin Bennett in the development office at 461-3740 x201 to sign up.
Monthly parent meetings convene beginning Monday, March 4 with the Blue Green Club at 6 p.m. in room 104 and the Co-Educators at 7 p.m. in room 144. The Parents of Performing Arts Students (PoPS) will meet Thursday, March 7 at 7 p.m. in room 100. See you there!
Finally, join us Thursday, March 14 for a Basket Wrapping Party at 6:30 p.m. outside the athletic office. Parents will put the finishing touches on silent auction items for the CJ Fish Fry on Saturday, March 16. Any adult who would like to volunteer to work a shift Saturday night should contact CJ parent Lenise Knight at (937) 321-8824 or at bit0508@hotmail.com.
Don't forget, pre-sale Fish Fry tickets are now available for just $12 in the athletic office and Welcome Center. Guests ages 21 and up are invited to enjoy an evening of food, games and fun!
We appreciate the effort and time you give back in order to enhance the educational experience for all CJ students!
GO EAGLES!
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 EAGLE PRIDE A CJ wrestler made school history again by reaching the state tournament for a third consecutive year. Continue >
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COMMUNITY UPDATE
NEW this week:
- Congratulations to members of Vega who earned the right to compete in the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) in New York City this April after coming out on top at the Ohio Valley regional singing tournament Feb. 23! View story >
- Jama Badinghaus, student support coordinator, and John Marshall, principal, testified before members of the Ohio Senate Feb. 26 about the effectiveness of the school's dynamic student support program, known as City Connects at CJ. View story >
- Two professionals with a combined 61 years of experience in the engineering and healthcare career fields will speak with students during the first full week in March as CJ STEMM Idol Speakers. View story >
- Read a recap of STEMM Idol Dr. Michael V. McCabe's homeroom presentations from this Tuesday and watch the NASA-themed "Gagnam Style" parody music video he showed to students. View story >
CU February -- Read Full Issue
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 DEPARTMENT NEWS
MINISTRY & SERVICE
Belize Mission Trip Meeting Tonight, 6:30 p.m.
Today, Feb. 28, a mandatory orientation meeting for all students participating in the Belize mission trip, along with their parents, will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in room 144.
Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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Freshman Retreat Rescheduled for March 1
The Freshman Retreat that was postponed due to the snow day Feb. 22 has been rescheduled for this Friday, March 1. All activities for the day will go on as originally planned. Please refer to the parent letter that was mailed home a couple of weeks ago. The letter includes details about dress code, what to bring, and more.Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Service Opportunities for Freshmen, SophomoresThere are a number of service opportunities available in the office of ministry and service right now for freshmen and sophomores. Students are encouraged to complete their service requirement early so there is not a rush to find hours at the end of the semester.Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Key Club Collecting Gently Used Books Thru March 1
Key Club is collecting gently used children books in the guidance office now through Friday, March 1. All books will be donated to Central State's Dayton Campus "Little Free Library" on Saturday morning.
Susan Eichenauer, Key Club moderator | email
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Final Ski Club Trip Rescheduled for March 1
CJ Ski Club has rescheduled its final trip of the year for this Friday. The bus departs from CJ at 3:30 p.m. and will return at 12:30 a.m. All students are welcomed to attend, but must have a signed permission slip and money for a ski pass. Find pricing details at www.PerfectNorth.com.
Beth Marshall, Teacher and Ski Club moderator | email
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Sophomores: Order Your Class Ring March 5-6
On Monday, Feb. 25, all sophomores received information regarding their class rings and were instructed to share it with parents. This Tuesday, March 5 is Jostens Ring Order Night from 3 to 7 p.m. in room 126. Sophomores may also order rings during lunch periods on Wednesday, March 6. To order, students should bring in a printed order form along with a deposit. Rings can be designed online at www.jostens.com.
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Girls in STEMM Club Meeting March 6
All interested female students are invited to attend the next Girls in STEMM Club meeting this Wednesday, March 6 from 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. in room 104.
Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
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New Mock Trial Group Meeting March 6
CJ is in the process of organizing a Mock Trial group in conjunction with the Ohio Mock Trial Program. Established by the Ohio Center for Law-Related Education (OCLRE) in 1983, this statewide educational program is designed to allow students to become aware of their constitutional rights and responsibilities. It provides students the opportunity to learn firsthand about the law, court procedures and the judicial system while also building interpretation, critical thinking and public speaking skills. Learn more at the OCLRE Web site. The first organizational meeting at CJ is this Wednesday, March 6 at 9:10 a.m. Information sheets will be distributed to students in homeroom.For further information or if you are interested in helping, please call or email Tony Ricciuto at 461.3740 x446.
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Concert Choir Performance Saturday, March 16
Students performing with Concert Choir on Saturday, March 16 should report to school promptly at 8 a.m. for departure to Centerville High School. Concert Choir will perform at 10 a.m. in the Centerville's performing arts center, then return to CJ around 11:30 a.m. Students may bring cell phones to contact parents on the way back to school; however, cell phones must be kept off during the concert. Joe Whatley, Director of Choirs | email
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ATHLETICS
Women's Basketball District Finals Friday, March 1
The Eagles will play for the district championship this Friday, March 1 against Kenton Ridge at 5 p.m. at Mason High School ( directions). Pre-sale tickets are available in the athletic office for $6, and the school keeps a portion of the revenue generated by tickets sold at CJ. Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email[Top of Page] |
CALENDAR
Faculty In-service - NO SCHOOLMonday, March 4 No school. Visitors should use the business office entrance on Franklin Street. The business office will be open during regular hours and limited staff will be available to collect registration materials and fees; however, please note the registration deadline has been extended to March 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
College Admissions Panel Q&A for Parents
Monday, March 4 | 7 p.m. | Oakwood HS
College admissions counselors from Ohio State University, the University of Kentucky, the University of Cincinnati, the University of Dayton and Case Western Reserve University will discuss an array of topics about the college application and admissions process in a question-and-answer format.
The event is designed for parents of freshmen, sophomores and juniors and will be held in the Oakwood High School auditorium (directions). We are grateful for these universities sharing their guidance with our families and to the people at Oakwood for sponsoring the event.
Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Spring Phonathon - Week #2
Monday-Thursday, March 4-7 | Library
The Phonathon is a three-week calling effort by students, alumni, parents, and faculty to ask alumni, parents, and friends of CJ to support the Annual Fund. Each evening, volunteers are served dinner at 5:30 p.m., receive training and make phone calls from about 6 to 9 p.m. A large percentage of Annual Fund contributions are a result of the work of our community members who volunteer to make phone calls during this event.
2013-14 Registration Deadline - EXTENDED Tuesday, March 5 The deadline to return 2013-14 registration packets has been extended to Tuesday, March 5 in order to accommodate for faculty and staff training during the in-service day March 4. Current freshmen, sophomores and juniors received registration materials for the 2013-14 school year in February. These important packets include registration forms, financial information and course selection information. All students need to have the blue worksheets (that were included in registration packets) completed for their counselor to review. Families can browse the 2013-14 CJ Course Catalog online at cjeagles.org.
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Tuesday, March 5 | Library Did you know?: GE Aviation is collaborating with UD to open the EPISCenter in June 2013, just a short distance from CJ! All students are invited to come learn more about the company, and opportunities to be a part of innovation as future scientists and engineers, with guest speaker Don Moore, power generation product leader.
Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
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Block Wednesday
Wednesday, March 6
School starts at 9:37 a.m.
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Out of Uniform Day - RESCHEDULED
Friday, March 8
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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CJ STEMM Idol Speaker Series
Friday, March 8 | Library Alumnae Ann Saluke, MD, '72 will talk about her experiences as a healthcare professional who has served children ages 21 and younger for more than 30 years. Students are invited to learn more about the field of pediatrics!
Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Senior Trip to Washington, D.C.March 11-15Participants will depart CJ for Washington, D.C. by noon on Monday and arrive back to Dayton in the late evening on Friday. Seniors who do not attend the trip are required to attend regularly scheduled events and classes Monday through Friday, March 11-15. Angela Ruffolo, Senior Trip moderator | email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OGT Testing - DELAYED STARTMarch 11-15
The spring OGT is for all sophomores as well as any of the juniors and seniors who still need to pass a particular section in order to graduate. Testing begins at 8 a.m. All other students not taking the test should report to school at 10:30 a.m. View schedule > Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAVE THE DATE CJ Fish Fry - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Saturday, March 16 | 6 to 11 p.m. | Gym Guests ages 21 and over are invited to enjoy food, games and a silent auction. Tickets are now available in the Welcome Center, athletic office and development office for $12 in advanced (or $15 at the door). Dinner begins at 6 p.m. and games start at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by the CJ Blue Green Club. If you'd like to support this event by volunteering to work a shift, contact CJ parent Lenise Knight at (937) 321-8824 or via email at bit0508@hotmail.com. Thank you in advance! [Top of Page] |
REMINDERS
Summer Study Skills Class for CJ Students
Sugarcreek Educational Concepts, LLC, is offering a three-day study skills course at CJ August 5-7 from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost to attend is $35 per day and includes a copy of the book.Students may choose to attend any or all of these sessions. Register before July 15 by calling (937) 848-3260, or download this informational flyer for details.
Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Remaining Men's Volleyball Open Gym Dates
Open gym sessions will be held on the days listed below until the start of mandatory practice on March 11:
- March 3 -- 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the CJ gym
- March 10 -- 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the CJ gym
All students must have a physical form on file in the athletic office before the start of practice. With questions, email head coach Megan Marrinan.
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2013-14 School Calendar
A tentative listing of dates for the 2013-14 school year is now available via a live, printable Google Doc. As opening week approaches, look for the school and community Web calendars at cjeagles.org to be updated as well.
John Marshall, Principal | email
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Computer Topics Graduation Requirement
All students are required to take the Computer Topics class before graduating from CJ. However, during a student's freshman year, he or she can choose to test out of the class by passing a computer skills tests. Freshmen received information about this in homeroom on Feb. 11. This same information, along with training and testing dates, is available on the Business & Technology page at cjeagles.org.
Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email
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Method Test Prep for Students and ParentsFree method test prep webinars for students (covering strategies for taking the SAT) and for parents (covering techniques for your child to score well on the SAT and ACT) are available online through methodtestprep.com.Visit their Web site to register for upcoming sessions or to watch a recorded version. Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spring College Bus Tours
WelcometoCollege.com is offering bus tours of area colleges for high school students and parents this spring. The following tours depart from Dayton:
- March 7: Xavier and UC - $75
- April 2: Transylvania and UK - $75
- April 22: Ohio University - $55
Visit their Web site to register or find more information. Juniors are reminded that up to three college visits can be considered excused absences. To take advantage of this opportunity, students must complete and submit a College Visitation Form one week prior to the trip and return with confirmation from the colleges visited.
Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Chaminade Julienne is seeking assistant coaches to work with the softball and men's soccer programs. Those interested should either email Dee Werbrich, head varsity softball coach, or email Matt Money, head varsity men's soccer coach.
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN
Fish Fry - 21 and up
Corpus Christi/Our Lady of Mercy/Queen of Martyrs
Sat, March 2 | 6 to 11:00 p.m. | Corpus Christi Rec
The famous Corpus Christi Fryers will be serving fried fish, fries, sausage, and cold beverages at the Corpus Christi Rec Center (directions). There will also be games of chance and raffles all night long. Tickets cost $12 in advance or $15 at the door. To purchase tickets, contact Ann Szabo at 461-3740 x232 or Angela Mason at 461-3740 x216.
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St. Anthony Annual Fish Fry - 21 and up
Fri., March 8 | 6 p.m. to midnight | St. Anthony Gym
Enjoy a delicious dinner, monte carlo games, raffles, music and a silent auction at the annual St. Anthony Fish Fry, held in the school gym (directions). Admission is $10 and includes fish, fries, coleslaw or spaghetti. Beverages are available for purchase. Must be at least 21 years old to attend. Carryout is available from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the school or parish office. For information, contact the school at (937) 253-6251.
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Archdiocese of Cincinnati High School Youth Rally
Sat., March 9 | 1 to 9 p.m. | Fenwick High School
Join more than 1,000 friends for the biggest Catholic youth rally around! All Things New presented by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati will be held at Fenwick High School (directions) and feature musical guests plus a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Schnurr and Bishop Binzer. The cost to attend is $25 (includes a boxed dinner). For more details, visit www.catholiccincinnati.org/all-things-new/.
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