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Santa Margarita Catholic High School
| January 23, 2014 |
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Welcome to the Eagle Update! This weekly newsletter is a quick read of short updates for all news across campus that will be published every Thursday.
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Dr. Mary Beth Dougherty Set to Retire
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Dr. Mary Beth Dougherty, Assistant Principal of Academics, has announced that she will be retiring at the end of June. Dr. Dougherty has been in her position since SMCHS opened in 1987 and has overseen tremendous academic achievements which have led to the strong academic reputation of the school. Prior to coming to Santa Margarita, she was at Mater Dei after moving west from Pennsylvania.
Many curricular achievements have come to fruition under her leadership of the Academic Department including the IB and ID programs along with our PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) and the move we have made into blended on-line education and are making into the one to one computing world and many more.
In announcing her retirement to the faculty and staff, Mr. Dunne said: "One cannot begin to catalog all the wonderful and great things she has done for this school literally from the very beginning." Dunne went on to say, "no one can replace the institutional knowledge and love for SMCHS that all can clearly see exhibited by Mary Beth."
As Dr. Dougherty finishes her distinguished career at SMCHS, we all join in saluting her for the outstanding service she has given to this school. We thank our Lord for blessing this educational community of faith with her presence and we pray that our Lord will continue to bless her with His love and care; that her retirement be filled with many joys and that she will always have a strong sense of accomplishment as she looks back on all she has done for so many during her years in the field of education.
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Valentasia is right around the corner. Buy your ticket by Thursday! Click Here to join the celebration. Our discounted room rate at the St. Regis also expires on Thursday - call 1-800-722-1543 and ask for the SMCHS special event rate of $299 (regular rate is $465). We need your help! Many volunteers are needed to make this event successful! Interested in helping during the day or evening of event? Call Maureen McAndrews at 949-766-6009. Donations are still being accepted for auction items and gift cards (min value $25) in the development office. Show your Eagle spirit and support the school's largest fundraiser that benefits ALL students. You're the key to our success!
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As a part of Catholic Schools week, SMCHS will be collecting new or gently used blankets for Catholic Charities of Orange County from January 27-31st. Peer Ministry will be in the front and back of school with boxes to collect donations during the pick-up and drop-off.
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Show your SMCHS spirit! Submit a photo that displays Faith, Knowledge, or Service. Three winners will be selected and awarded $100 in scrip to the store of your choice! PLUS all entries will have an opportunity to be featured on our school website. This contest is also open to the SMCHS Faculty and Staff. Photos must be uploaded by Thursday, January 30th by the end of the school day. Please save your photo file with your last name. Click Here to upload photos.
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The next California Scholarship Federation (CSF) application period for all grade levels will be from January 21st-31st. CSF is an academic honors organization comprised of students who have met the CSF grade requirements. Eligibility is determined by students' grades from their most recent high school semester report card. Click Here for the application and additional details on the California Scholarship Federation.
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Dinner will be served prior to the Varsity Basketball game vs. St. John Bosco tomorrow, January 24th from 5:00-6:30pm in the Lunch Shelter. Buy your presale tickets in Activities. You may order a la carte or combo menu. We will also have live entertainment featuring: The Francis Band!
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Winter Formal and Safe Homes
Winter Formal is this Saturday! Parents, are you hosting a get together or after party at your home? Is your son or daughter invited to a Winter Formal event at someone's home? Please click on the link below to find out what it means to be a "Safe Home." The Parent Teacher Guild is encouraging all SMCHS families to join together in protecting our children from the pressures to use drugs or alcohol. Click Here for information about the Safe Homes program and to view a list of families who have committed to keeping their homes safe.
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Mass Day and Catholic Schools Week
We will be celebrating the St. Thomas Aquinas Mass on Tuesday, January 28th with Father Jerry Horan presiding. This mass is in conjunction with Catholic Schools Week which will be held January 27-31st. Students are to be in mass dress attire on Tuesday.
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The SAT / ACT Practice Test is coming up on February 8th for freshmen, sophomores and juniors, currently enrolled at SMCHS only. The test will be in the S-Building and the registration deadline is Wednesday, February 8th. Click Here to register and obtain more information.
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Grad Night Parent Meeting
Grad Night 2014 is an all-night party, organized by senior class parents to ensure a safe, drug and alcohol-free graduation celebration. All Junior and Senior parents are encouraged to attend a Grad Night Parent Meeting on Wednesday, February 12th at 6:30pm in the Science Lecture hall. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please contact activities@smhs.org to learn more about volunteering to help organize this event.
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SMCHS Night at the Honda Center
It's SMCHS night at the Honda Center on February 28th! The Santa Margarita Varsity and JV Ice Hockey teams are selling tickets to the 7:00pm Anaheim Ducks game against the St. Louis Blues. Tickets are on the Center Terrace and Plaza Levels, and are priced at $35 and $70. Seats are limited with orders due no later than January 31st. Please make checks out to SMCHS. Questions and orders should be directed to Sharon Duggin. Please come support our teams and watch the Ducks, currently leading the NHL, continue their march to the playoffs! Tickets are limited so order today!
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Parenting in the Internet Age
Mark your calendar for our next evening of Fellowship in Faith on Wednesday, February 12th with our guest speaker, Chris Mueller discussing some of the challenges of parenting in the internet age, where he will give concrete examples of how we as Christian parents can meet those challenges. Come out from 7:30-8:30 (refreshments served at 7:00) in the Eagle Athletic Banquet Center. Click Here for more details. RSVP to Charlene Palmer.
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Juniors and Seniors Christian Service Requirements for Graduation
Juniors and seniors received email reminders if you did not complete your hours during your freshman or sophomore years at SMCHS. You will need 20 hours if you are a junior to graduate in 2015. Current seniors need 40 hours for graduation in 2014. If you feel you forgot to turn in hours or need to discuss this with Ms. Peg Dzida, please contact her via email at dzidam@smhs.org
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Margaret Mary Christian Service Award "Coeur a Coeur" (Heart to Heart)
Santa Margarita recognizes students who are committed to serving others and showing leadership in their service. Campus Ministry/Christian Service enters those extra-curricular service hours into the Aeries database. We are in need of any outstanding direct service hours. You may find the Christian Service Hour form by clicking here. And if you are not sure what constitutes direct service please see the Frequently Asked Questions by clicking here. Awards are given to those students who have an excess of 120 extracurricular service hours.
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Freshman Christian Service (Caritas Christi Project)
Each freshman Religion class is assigned a class visit to Goodwill Industries in Santa Ana. We'd like to share with you this YouTube video from Goodwill. Some of our freshmen have met Neemiah who came to Goodwill seeking help in gaining skills necessary for employment. He represents, as do the many generous, inspiring individuals at Goodwill, the power of community raising up 'the least of these'. Click Here to view the video.
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Orange County Catholic Laptop Program
Did you know that Orange County Catholic, the official newspaper of the Diocese of Orange, is now weekly and can be delivered directly to your home every Wednesday? To support our Catholic schools, sign up to receive Orange County Catholic. As part of your subscription to Orange County Catholic, you will also receive the Orange County Register every day. Plus, as a new subscriber, you will be able to select the Catholic school of your choice to get a free laptop computer. SMCHS is encouraging new subscribers to donate the laptops to the Marian Alliance, a group of three elementary schools in Santa Ana. Click Here to download the form below to start your subscription and gift a laptop.
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In 1999, Cox Communications established the Cox Cares Foundation (formerly the Cox Kids Foundation). Cox Cares is Cox's philanthropic arm funded entirely by Cox employee payroll donations that are matched by the company. To date, the foundation has contributed more than $4.5 million back into the community through grants for schools and non-profit organizations, scholarships for students, and support for programs that improve the quality of life for Southern California families. Click Here to find out how your senior can apply for college scholarships!
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Scrip sales are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 7:30-9:30am and Wednesday from 1:30-3:30pm. For further information regarding the SMCHS scrip program as well as the gift cards we carry and how it can reduce your student's tuition or support his/her sport or club, Click Here. If there is a gift card other than BJ's, Trader Joe's or Costco that you would like to see added to the scrip program, please let us know. If you have any questions or wish to place a large scrip order, contact Catherine Hassen, SM Scrip Coordinator, at 949-766-6004.
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Robert Russell Photography
Parents don't forget to view our photographer's website, athletic photos by Robert Russell Photography. Robert is the official photographer of Eagle Varsity Athletics. Visit his website to order your photos today, they make perfect Christmas gifts for family and friends! Click Here to view varsity game photos; you can access it all year.
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