CJ Parent Weekly

May 23, 2013

Department News | Calendar | Reminders | Community Bulletin | Connect

Greetings!

Final exams are May 28-29 for seniors and June 5-7 for freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Below are a few helpful ways you as a parent can assist your child in the exam preparation process:

Review the exam schedule with your child to make sure he/she knows when to be at school.

Help your child organize and prioritize his/her time.

Make sure your child has a quiet place, free of distractions, to study and prepare for exams.

Remind your child to bring home the appropriate study materials.

Have the necessary materials on hand that your child needs to to study. Some examples include:

index cards (for creating flashcards).
pens, pencils, and paper.
color pencils and markers.
batteries for calculators.

Encourage your child to study. Offer small rewards (such as making a favorite meal) for studying.

Volunteer to quiz your child on the test material, or allow him/her to tell you the information out loud (some students remember things better when reciting it).

Remind your child to take breaks from studying. Getting a snack, taking a short walk/jog, etc. can help students regain focus and energy.

Be sure your child gets plenty of rest during exam time. Pulling "all-nighters" is neither the best way to learn the information nor healthy.

Be sure your child eats breakfast before coming to school to take exams.

Help make sure your child arrives on time for all exams.

If you or your child has questions about exam week or preparation techniques, please contact me.

Sincerely,

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email

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EAGLE PRIDE

Congratulations to CJ English teacher Molly Bardine who was named a recipient of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati's Spirit of Sr. Dorothy Stang Award yesterday morning.

Also, catch up on spring sports accomplishments, including this season's GGCL all conference team honorees. Continue >

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COMMUNITY UPDATE

NEW this week:

Members of the Philanthropy Club, new this school year, worked with and researched local non-profit organizations to select recipients for two grants supplied by the club's parent organization, Magnified Giving. View story >

Nine students were recognized with awards for their winning poetry and sculpture entries in two county-wide contests aimed at raising awareness for recycling and the environment. View story >

Have you voted? You can help CJ win $5,000 in science lab equipment by voting for teacher Amanda Ooten's video lesson on Facebook. View story >

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DEPARTMENT NEWS

PARENTS
Welcome Center Closed June 11

The Welcome Center will be closed Tuesday, June 11 due to staff technology training that day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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ATHLETICS
Men's Lacrosse Tournament Game at CJ Tonight

This evening, the men's lacrosse team will take on Dayton Lacrosse Club at 7 p.m. on the Blue Green Field in the first ever post season lacrosse game played at CJ. Come out and show your support for the Eagles! Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for students.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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CJ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Seeking Full-time Math Teacher

Chaminade Julienne is seeking a full-time math teacher for the 2013-14 school year. Candidates should be licensed to teach math in grades 9-12. The position includes teaching calculus classes. To be considered for this opportunity, please prepare a letter of interest, resume and CJ employment application, and email materials to Steve Fuchs, director of the academic office.

For a complete listing of opportunities, visit the Employment page at cjeagles.org.

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CALENDAR

All School Picnic & Out of Uniform Day

Friday, May 24

Students are invited to purchase a picnic-style meal for $3.50 or bring a packed lunch. Meals include a hamburger, chips, cookie and drink. Items can also be purchased separately for $2 (burger) and $.50 (chips/cookie/drink). The cafeteria will be closed. This day will also be the last Out of Uniform day for students. Passes will be sold for $1 during first period classes. Please refer to page 41 of the Student Handbook for guidelines.

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Performing Arts Banquet

Friday, May 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Cafeteria

Parents of performing arts students and their families are invited to attend (view invitation ). Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. with the awards to follow at 7:30. Tickets are $10 (no cost for CJ performing arts students). If you have questions, please email or contact Debi Schutt, department chair, at 461-3740 x246 or contact the Parents of Performing Arts Students (PoPS) at pops@cjeagles.org.

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Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL

Monday, May 27

Building is closed.

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Tuesday, but Block Wednesday Schedule

Tuesday, May 28

School will be on a late-start block Wednesday schedule. Underclassmen should arrive at 9:37 a.m. for classes. Seniors should arrive at 8 a.m. for exams.

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Senior Exams
May 28-29

Senior exams will be administered Tuesday and Wednesday, May 28-29 (view complete schedule). The Senior Exemption List was distributed to teachers on May 20. Seniors who are questioning their exemption status should see their counselor.

Steve Fuchs, Director of the Academic Office | email
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Wednesday, but Block Thursday Schedule

Wednesday, May 29
School will be on a block Thursday schedule and all students should report at 8 a.m. On May 30 and 31, school will be on a regular daily schedule.
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Fall Sports Informational Meeting
Wednesday, May 29 | 6:30 p.m. | Auditorium

Returning families and parents of incoming freshmen are invited to join the athletic department and training staff to learn more about topics including participation requirements, the role of the Blue Green Club, and more. Please use the cafeteria entrance and parking lots on Washington Street if you plan to attend.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email
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Senior Picnic - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Thursday, May 30 | 1 to 3 p.m. | Delco Park

The Senior Picnic is held at Delco Park in Kettering (directions). If you would like to volunteer to be in charge of setting up, cleaning up, and organizing and collecting all food and drink donations for this event, please contact or email Angela Ruffolo as soon as possible. Thanks for your support.

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Baccalaureate

Thursday, May 30 | 7 p.m. | Emmanuel

The Baccalaureate Ceremony is held at Emmanuel Church (directions). Seniors should report to CJ no later than 6:30 p.m. in gown (no cap) and dress code. Family members of graduates are invited to join us for this celebration. More details >

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Graduation

Friday, May 31 | 7 p.m. | Schuster Center

Graduation is held at the Schuster Center (directions). Doors for the general seating ceremony open at 6 p.m. All guests should be seated by 6:45 p.m. More details >

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Eagle Parent Meetings - Blue Green & Co-Educators

Monday, June 3 | 6 and 7 p.m.

All CJ parents are invited to attend the June Eagle Parent meetings, held every first Monday of each month unless otherwise noted. The Blue Green Club meets at 6 p.m. in room 104, and the Co-Educators meet at 7 p.m. in the library. The Blue Green Club will vote in a new secretary and vice president for next school year.

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Spring Exams for Underclassmen

June 5-7 | 8 a.m. to noon

Final spring exams will be administered to freshmen, sophomores and juniors Wednesday through Friday, June 5-7 (view complete schedule). Students may leave the building early if they have finished all of their exams for the day. The Exemption List will be distributed to teachers on Tuesday, May 28. Students who are questioning their exemption status should see their counselor on or after that date.

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Eagle Parent Meeting - CJ PoPS

Thursday, June 6 | 7 p.m. | Location TBA

CJ PoPS Eagle Parent meetings are held every first Thursday of the month, unless otherwise noted. Hear about the results of events like the spring musical and Picnic with the Pops, and find out what's next. Visit the Parents of Performing Arts Students pages, or email Laura Meixner, president, for more information.

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REMINDERS

Medical Forms for Mission Trips due May 24

Any summer mission trip participant who will need to take medication while away must have a doctor complete and return an Authorization for Administration of Medication by School Personnel form to the nurse's office by Friday, May 24. Complete one form for each medication. Authorization from a doctor is required for all medications, even if they are over-the-counter, and all medications are required to be kept by staff. Students are not allowed to carry or self-administer their own medications unless it is an asthma inhaler or epi-pen, in which case an Authorization for Self-Carry Administration of Medication form must be on file with the nurse. All health forms can be downloaded and printed online at cjeagles.org. For more details, please refer to the Medication Administration during Overnight School Trips Procedure. With questions, please email or call Michele Trainer, school nurse, at 461-3740 x227.

Kelli Kinnear, Ministry & Service | email
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Athletic Physicals this June for Next School Year

CJ student athletes can receive athletic physicals for just $15 on June 1 or June 3 at the following Good Samaritan Hospital locations:

Good Samaritan North on Saturday, June 1 from 8 a.m. to noon. - (937) 734-6784; (directions)

Huber Heights Samaritan Pediatrics on Monday, June 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. - (937) 233-3910; (directions)

No appointment is necessary; however, if you have questions, or if your child is currently taking medication for a chronic illness (like asthma), please call ahead to ensure you'll be admitted. 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.

Scott Pierce, Athletic Director | email

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9th Grade Summer Athletic Camps

Get a head start on the 2013-14 Eagles athletic season by registering your son or daughter for any of our 2013 9th grade summer camp offerings. Complete both sides of the registration form and return along with payment to the CJ athletic office. A full listing of camps for incoming freshmen is also available at cjeagles.org.

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

"You will find in prayer the strength to sustain you on your journey."

"We are convinced that our particular

mission, despite our weakness, is to perform for the welfare of our neighbor all the works of zeal and of mercy."

CJ Summer Camps

Camps Begin June 10!
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! Register today >

Fast Five +1

All School Picnic

5/24 - Out of Uniform Day

Performing Arts Banquet

5/24 - 6:30 p.m.

Senior Exams

5/28 - 5/29

Tue., but block Wed. Schedule

5/28

Wed., but block Thu. Schedule

5/29

Baccalaureate