CJ Parent Weekly

April 4, 2013

Department News | Calendar | Reminders | Community Bulletin | Connect

Greetings!

The first week of the month at CJ means it's time for Eagle Parent Meetings! Join fellow parents this upcoming Monday and Thursday evening to help discuss, plan and coordinate fun enrichment experiences for all students.

MONDAY, APRIL 8

Blue Green Club | 6 p.m. | Room 104 Web page >

Find out the results of the CJ Fish Fry and prepare for the impending spring sports season. Contact parent Lenise Knight at bit0508@hotmail.com for more details.

Co-Educators | 7 p.m. | Library Web page >

Get the inside scoop on Prom, held April 20, and discuss the possibilities for hosting an after prom event. Contact or email John Marshall, prinicpal, at 461-3740 x219 for more details.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

CJ PoPS | 7 p.m. | Room 100 Web page >

Volunteer to sell tickets and concessions at the Spring Musical (April 26-28), or assist in planning for the Picnic with the Pops (May 16). Contact parent Laura Meixner, PoPS president, at pops@cjeagles.org for more details.

Thank you in advance for your continued support!

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EAGLE PRIDE

Send us your good news and let us share with the rest of the Chaminade Julienne community! Email Eagle Pride >

FACEBOOK: View photos from the Spain Trip. Continue >

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COMMUNITY UPDATE

LOOK BACK on last month:

With the "madness" of March now behind us, take a look back on some of the activities and events that occurred at CJ last month. View March issue >

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

MAIN BUILDING CLOSED OVER BREAK

Contacting CJ via Telephone thru April 5
Because of heavier construction on the main building through the end of this week, we are unable to have someone staffing our main telephone line during Easter Break. Should you need to call CJ, please know the extension number of the person you are trying to reach (view directory). If you do not know the correct extension, you can dial (937) 469-0382 or (937) 469-6092 and reach someone who will be able to assist you.
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CJ PICNIC WITH THE POPS - MAY 16

RSVP to Order Dinner and/or Reserve Seating

Join us for the Picnic with the Pops on Thursday, May 16.

This community event includes an optional dinner at 6 p.m. followed by a free concert presented by the CJ Performing Arts department at 7 p.m. Guests can choose to dine by:

pre-ordering a boxed meal,
bringing a meal, or
purchasing meals from an on-site food truck.

No matter your dinner choice, there will be table seating for all patrons who RSVP before Friday, May 10. Guests are invited to RSVP and/or order dinner online today!

Those who cannot join us for dinner are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets; lawn seating will be available. If you have questions, please contact the PoPS at pops@cjeagles.org.

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ATHLETICS

CJ vs. Fenwick at Fifth Third Field - TOMORROW!
Support the Eagles varsity baseball team Friday, April 5 as they take on Fenwick at Fifth Third Field, the home of the Dayton Dragons (directions). Admission is free and the first pitch will be thrown at 5 p.m.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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Women's Lacrosse Home Opener April 9 at CJ
The Eagles women's lacrosse club team plays its home opener on Blue Green Field Tuesday, April 9. CJ takes on Centerville at 6:30 p.m., and will then play Sycamore at home Thursday, April 11 at 5:30 p.m. Admission to home games is $6 for adults, $5 for high school students (or $3 for CJ students with an ID), $3 for elementary students and kids ages 5 and under are free. Fans are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket. Browse the women's lacrosse team page for a complete spring schedule.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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CALENDAR

Classes Resume

Monday, April 8

All students should report to school at 8 a.m.

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Cheerleading Clinic & Parent Meeting

April 9-10; Try-outs April 16-19

There will be an optional cheerleading clinic April 9-10 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Student Conditioning Center (SCC) for current students and incoming freshmen interested in learning the fundamentals. A mandatory parent meeting will be held Tuesday, April 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the library for all those interested in trying out (enter through the courtyard). Tryouts are scheduled for April 16-19 from 6 to 8 p.m. each evening in the SCC. In order to participate, students must complete all forms contained in the 2013-14 Cheerleading Packet and submit materials on the first day of tryouts. With questions, email or contact Tanitia Rutledge, head coach.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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Kairos Retreat #3

April 9-12

Another group of seniors will be leaving to attend Kairos. Please remember the students, leaders and chaperones in your prayers this week. Participants who will need to take medication while away are reminded to have the proper forms on file in the Health Clinic. More information >

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Block Wednesday

Wednesday, April 10

School starts at 9:37 a.m.

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Men's Golf Spring Informational Meetings

Wednesday, April 10 | 3 & 6 p.m. | Room 104

The men's golf team will hold two spring informational meetings for current CJ students and returning players (3 p.m.), and for incoming freshmen and their parents (6 p.m.). With questions, please email Bill York, head coach.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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Spring Open House - Invite Someone You Know!

Sunday, April 14 | 2 to 4 p.m.

Families and students in grades K-7 are invited to experience the CJ community at our spring "Try-It" Open House. Parents will have the opportunity to learn more about the Catholic, faith-based educational experience available at CJ while kids take part in fun activities. All families in attendance will have the unique chance to take tours of the CJ STEMM Center construction zone! Register online and you'll be automatically entered in a special prize drawing to win a free CJ Eagles Summer Camp! More details >

Brett Chmiel, Director of Admissions | email
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National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Monday, April 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Emmanuel Church

All are invited to attend as we induct the newest members of the CJ National Honor Society with a special Mass and ceremony at Emmanuel.
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Out of Uniform Day

Friday, April 19

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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TICKETS AVAILABLE NEXT WEEK

Prom - Once Upon a Time

Saturday, April 20 | 8 to 11 p.m. | Kroc Center

Prom for juniors and seniors (freshmen are not permitted; sophomores can attend by invitation only) will be held at the Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (directions). Tickets will be sold for $20 each (or $40 for a couple) during junior and senior lunch periods on April 8, 9, 12 and 15 only. All School Dance Guidelines apply, including the new Guest Policy. Attendees must be dressed appropriately in line with CJ's Dance Dress Code guidelines.

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SAVE THE DATE - Parent Volunteer Opportunity

Alumnae Mother/Daughter Senior Brunch
Saturday, April 27 | 10 a.m. | Cafeteria

The tradition of the Mother/Daughter Brunch goes back to the days of Notre Dame Academy and we hope senior girls and their mothers will join us this year. Seniors should expect to see an invitation in the mail soon. Any parents of current juniors interested in helping with the brunch should please email or contact Caitlin Cronin Bennett, alumni relations coordinator, at (937) 461-3740 x201. There will be a parent coordinators meeting on Tuesday, April 9 at 6 p.m. in the development office.
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SAVE THE DATE
Spring Musical - Once Upon a Mattress

April 26-28 | 7:30 & 3 p.m. | Auditorium

Songs, romance and comedy bring this zany royal courtship to life in CJ's auditorium. This Rogers & Hammerstein production is a wild and melodic take on the fairy tale classic: "The Princess and The Pea." Was it actually the pea that caused the princess sleepless nights? Join us for this musical adventure to learn if everyone lives "happily ever after." View cast list >

Showtimes:

FRI, April 26; 7:30 pm (doors open at 7 pm)

SAT, April 27; 7:30 pm (doors open at 7 pm)

SUN, April 28; 3 pm (doors open at 2:30 pm)

Tickets:

Adults: $10

Students: $8

K-8: $5

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REMINDERS

Important Dates for the Class of 2013 - UPDATED

A listing of important dates for members of the class of 2013 has now been posted online at cjeagles.org. Please keep these dates in mind as we approach graduation this May. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Physicals and Athletic Information for 2013-14
Currrent CJ students and incoming freshmen can receive athletic physicals for just $15 on Saturday, June 1 from 8 a.m. to noon at Good Samaritan North (directions), or on Monday, June 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Good Samaritan's Huber Heights Center (directions). Physicals will be good for the entire 2013-14 school year and all proceeds go to fund imPACT Testing for CJ student-athletes. Remember to take with you a completed OHSAA Pre-Participation Evaluation Form.

Many fall team sports for current students and incoming freshmen begin training in April and May. Please reference the listing of Important Dates and Activities for more details. Cheerleading, Dance Team, football, men's golf and spring tennis (7th grade) all start soon!

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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ACT-SAT Prep Essentials Course
The Learning Enrichment & Assistance Program (LEAP) is hosting its next ACT-SAT Prep Essentials Course beginning Tuesday, April 16 at Fairmont High School. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m. through May 14, with a practice test on May 7. The cost is $175 and online registration is now available, but space is limited. For more details, download this flyer or stop in the guidance office.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Help Plan the Senior Picnic this May

Parents of seniors are invited to help plan the Senior Picnic on Wednesday, May 29. Volunteers will be in charge of setting up, cleaning up, and organizing and collecting all food and drink donations for this event. The picnic is held at Kettering's Delco Park (directions) immediately following the students' last exam. We could not make the Senior Picnic possible without help from you, so thank you in advance! Contact or email Angela Ruffolo if you'd like to volunteer.
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Juniors Can Earn College Credit at UD this Summer!

The University of Dayton will once again offer the Summer Advancement Program to current juniors (class of 2014 only). Through this program, students can get a feel for college-level courses, as taught by UD professors, while working to earn credits that are transferable to any college or university. Most classes run from June 23 to Aug. 3 and admission is competitive, so applicants are recommended to have an unweighted GPA of 3.0. Applications are available in the guidance office and can also be found online here at udayton.edu. There is no tuition cost for courses, but a counselor's recommendation is required and applications must be received at UD by May 1.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Method Test Prep in March for Students and Parents

Free 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 this month through methodtestprep.com. Visit their site to register for upcoming sessions or to watch a recorded version.

Charlene Wheeler, Guidance | email
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Final Spring College Bus Tour to Ohio University

WelcometoCollege.com is offering its final spring bus tour for high school students and parents on Monday, April 22. The Ohio University tour departs from Dayton and costs $55 to attend. Visit their 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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Seeking Junior High Tennis Coach
The CJ tennis program sponsors a junior high team for grades 6-8 every spring, a combined boys and girls team that starts with two practices and is scheduled to play nine matches. The program is looking for a coach to volunteer for this season, which runs from April 7 and May 3. If you or someone you know is interested, please email or contact Jim Brooks, head tennis coach, by phone after school hours at 657-5190.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN

St. Paul, St. Rita, Precious Blood, Emmanuel, Holy Trinity and St. Joe's Youth Ministry Group

Meets Wednesdays | 7 to 9 p.m. | St. Rita

This tri-parish youth ministry group is open to all 7th thru 12th graders looking for fun times, good food and fellowship. Meetings are every Wednesday night at St. Rita Catholic Church (directions). Explore and strengthen your faith with other teens through games, prayer, praise, teachings, and snacks each week. With questions, call or email Lizzie Ater at youthgroup@stpaulenglewood.org or (937) 361-8995.

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Founders' Thoughts

"Desire to bless the Lord at all times and in all circumstances; in adversity as well as prosperity."

"In all your uncertainties over your interior conduct, make up your mind promptly to do what you would counsel another to do. "

CJ Summer Camps

New STEMM, Theater & Lacrosse Camp Offerings
Choose from more than 20 different athletic and academic offerings for students entering grades 1-9 this June and July. Online camp registration is now available! Details >

Fast Five

4/8 - 8 a.m.

4/9 - 4/12

4/10

4/14 - 2 to 4 p.m.

NHS Induction Ceremony

4/15 - 6:30 p.m.

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