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LETTER FROM THE PRINCIPAL
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Dear Parents:
As the saying goes, "time flies" and indeed it does with our first quarter now completed; I believe that we have had a good beginning to the school year. While the introduction of our tablet program was not without its challenges, the program is quickly becoming part of our campus life and an integral part of the learning experience. I appreciate all of you who either came to our parent info night on the tablet (or watched it via streaming). A video of the presentation can be found by clicking here. I know that the Ed Tech Department will continue to provide you opportunities to learn about the program. The Tech Center in the library has a great track record to date of taking care of the students who come in with tablet questions or problems. While I know there will always be issues that come up, I am encouraged at the rollout and implementation of the program.
With regard to the tablet program, sometime in the next couple of weeks you will be receiving a survey, the results of which will help us gauge the progress and challenges of the program. There will be three different surveys; one for our parents, one for the students and the third for our faculty. It is important that we receive a good response from all three groups so when you do receive your survey I would appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us.
On behalf of SMCHS, a big thank you to all who came/supported Blue and Gold last Saturday night. It was a fantastic success and a wonderful community building event!
Finally, I want to thank all the parents who joined us for our St. Margaret Mary Mass last week. The Campus Ministry staff and our Peer Ministers did a great job of designing a Mass that honored our patroness, our Junior Class and provided a venue for the installation of Andy Sulick as our President. We are so fortunate to have St. Margaret Mary as our patroness with her love for our Lord through His Sacred Heart. That devotion goes to the 'heart' of our school's charism.
As we move into second quarter my hope is that each and every day truly is a Great Day to be an EAGLE!
Caritas Christi,
Ray Dunne
Principal
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
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Dear Valued Member of The Santa Margarita Catholic High School Community:
THANK YOU for all that you did to contribute to the success of the Blue and Gold event this past Saturday. An Evening Under the Stars was a tremendous success with more than 550 people in attendance! An event of this magnitude is completely dependent upon the support of so many and it was heartwarming to witness the collaboration of sponsors, underwriters, current parents, alumni parents, alumni and friends working together to ensure the success of the evening. A special thank you to our event chairs, Amy Cramer and Ann Marie Jennison, as well as the entire Blue and Gold Committee for their tireless efforts to make the evening an unforgettable celebration of our students and school.
Please know how much your support means to the Santa Margarita Catholic High School community and, in particular, to all the students who will benefit from your contributions for years to come! Thank you for devoting part of your precious weekend for the benefit of the Santa Margarita Catholic High School community - we sincerely appreciate you!
With a sincere and grateful heart,
Andy Sulick
President
Thank You to Our Event Sponsors
Soaring Eagle Sponsors
The Billups & Cable Families
Mission Hospital
O'Connell Landscape Maintenance
Shulman Hodges & Bastian LLP
We Believe Sponsors
The Andrews Family Foundation
Audi Mission Viejo
GST and Lenovo
Infiniti Mission Viejo
The Jankovich Family
The Martinez Family
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Thank you to everyone who helped make the inaugural Blue and Gold event a success! We all shine brighter because of you! Click here to view photos.
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St. Margaret Mary Mass: Junior Ring Mass and Installation of President Sulick
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Oct. 16 was a special day for the Santa Margarita community as we not only celebrated the Feast of Saint Margaret Mary, the school's patron saint, but the Mass also included the distribution of class rings and medals to our junior class as well as the installation of President Andy Sulick.
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PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS
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If your son or daughter has made a difference by volunteering in your community over the past year, they could win $1,000 and a fabulous trip to Washington, D.C. by applying for a Prudential Spirit of Community Award! Even more importantly, they could win recognition that might inspire other young people to follow their example. To apply, your son or daughter will need to:
- Visit http://spirit.prudential.com or at www.nassp.org/spirit and follow the on-screen instructions
- Once you have completed the online application and student/parent agreement, email or print and deliver the certification page to Mr. Dunne's office by November 4, 2014
- SMCHS will select local honorees from the applicants. The local winners will be nominated for state-level judging.
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SENIOR ANDREA MARTINEZ SELECTED FOR FIRST EVER ALL-CALIFORNIA STATE PRODUCTION
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Santa Margarita Catholic High School's Thespian Troupe President and Cappies award-winning senior Andrea Martinez was recently selected to join the cast of "Hello! My Baby." "Hello! My Baby" is a new musical created by Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee playwright Cheri Steinkellner (Sister Act and T.V. Series Cheers). The show will be directed by Brian McDonald. An excerpt of the new show will be debuted at the California State Thespian Festival March 27 - 29, 2015. Click here to read the full story.
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Please support the Eagle Fund, Santa Margarita's annual giving program that benefits all students on campus!
This year, gifts to the Eagle Fund will:
- Increase learning resources and tools for academic success
- Retain excellent faculty through the Teacher Appreciation Fund
- Provide tuition assistance for students
- Build a robust financial foundation for Santa Margarita Catholic High School
- Give Santa Margarita the flexibility for new innovative growth opportunities
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Eagle Football vs. Servite: Pink Out!
The Eagle football team will match up with Servite this Friday, October 24 at Saddleback College at 7:00. The game will be a PINK-OUT in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month so be sure to wear pink! This is also the last home game of the regular season. If you can't make it, the game will be airing Friday night at 11pm as the Cox 3 Game of the Week.
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Boys Tennis Tryout Information
All boys interested in trying out for this year's teams must attend one of the lunch information meetings on Tuesday, Oct 28 in the Athletic Conference Room on the 3rd floor of the R Bldg. Bring your lunch and get there as soon as possible.
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Girls Golf, Roddy and Edwards Earn First Team All-Trinity League Honors
Congratulations to senior Catharine Roddy and freshman Rylie Edwards for earning First Team All-Trinity League honors yesterday, and Taylor Chang for making the Second Team All-Trinity League.
Catharine and Rylie will advance to the CIF Individual Regionals competition which will be held on Monday, October 27.
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Retreats
Sophomore retreats: We still have spots available for our Sophomore Fall retreat. Please do not wait to sign up for this retreat. We have lots of fun activities for you, including the zip line and challenge wall. Dates are: November 19-21, 2014. Click Here for more information and forms.
Freshman retreats: It's never too early to sign up for the freshman retreat in November. Dates are Monday November 10th leave school at 2:30 pm and return time is Tuesday 11th at 2:30 pm. Students would miss one day of school on Tuesday the 11th. This is a verified absence. Don't miss out on this amazing retreat. Click Here for more information and forms.
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Best Friends Animal Sanctuary Service Immersion
There is a SMCHS sponsored service immersion trip to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, the largest no-kill animal shelter in the nation, scheduled for December 27, 2014 - January 3, 2015. Best Friends, located in the "Golden Circle" of national parks (Zion, Grand Canyon, Bryce) of Southern Utah, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. It owns nearly 3,700 acres, and leases another 17,000 acres of state and federal land, in the majestic red rock country of Southern Utah, just outside the town of Kanab. The Sanctuary is home on any given day to about 1,700 animals. Most of these are dogs and cats, but there are also horses, burros, birds, rabbits, goats, pigs, and an assortment of other creatures. Students will volunteer, working with the animals and their care-givers as well as explore this amazing landscape and its history. Please contact Ms. Hanley for more information at hanleym@smhs.org or call (949) 766-6000, ext. 1514
For the itinerary and cost, please click here.
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Special Olympics Turkey Bowl
Join Special Olympics at Saddleback Lanes December 6, 2014 for their annual "Turkey Bowl" fundraiser. Special Olympics is looking for volunteers to create teams to support the work that they do in our community and at our school. For more information and to register, please click here.
SMCHS Students who create a team of 4 will receive service hours for their time bowling since they will be playing with/being a buddy to their 5th team member, a Special Olympics athlete. See Ms. Hanley for more information.
Students and Parents: Please remember to log onto www.x2vol.com and check out all the service opportunities posted there. We do have agencies calling and asking us for students to volunteer. All information is posted on the dashboard under My Opportunities.
Thanks so much for giving of your time, talent and treasure to those in need.
God bless you.
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Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week begins October 23 and continues through October 31st. Red Ribbon Week kicks off with a special guest speaker for our Assembly on Thursday the 23rd. The following Red Ribbon Dress Days are:
10/23: Wear red with jeans or shorts with at least 6" inseam
10/24: Wear pink with jeans or shorts with at least 6" inseam ("pink-out" at the football game vs. Servite, 7 PM, Saddleback College)
10/27: SM uniform
10/28: Too bright for drugs accessory day: wear sun glasses or bright colored accessories with school uniform
10/29: Put a lid on drugs accessory day: wear a cap/hat with school uniform
10/30: SM uniform
10/31: SM uniform (seniors have jeans day)
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3rd Annual Turkey Fundraiser
The Girls and Boys Water Polo teams have kicked off their 3 rd annual Turkey Fundraiser. The teams are again selling turkeys, hams and prime ribs for your holiday season. When planning for your holiday meals please consider purchasing your meats with the teams and donating a Turkey to a deserving Military Family. Last year with generous donations from many Eagle families we were able to send 100 Turkeys to the 11th Unit MEU at Camp Pendleton. Click here to place your order. All orders must be in by October 24. Thank you again for your generous support to the SMCHS Water Polo teams.
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Holiday Greens Fundraiser
The Boys and Girls Cross Country team will be holding their annual Holiday Greens Fundraiser throughout October. Choose from a variety of fresh cut evergreen wreaths, garland and centerpieces for the Christmas holidays. All evergreens are cut fresh in the Pacific Northwest, are 100% guaranteed and will be delivered to the school the first week after Thanksgiving. We also offer convenient direct delivery option for sending greens to friends or family not living in the area ( shipping price is already included) You can place your order through any cross country member or contact Jody Bowen ( 949) 433-5955. The order deadline is October 29 so hurry and place your order today. Thanks for supporting the Boys and Girls Cross Country program.
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Blood Drive
SMCHS has once again teamed up with the Red Cross for their fall Blood Drive, taking place on Thursday, October 30 from 7am-2pm in the Moiso Pavilion. Sign up online at redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code: SMCHS. Together we can save lives! Parents who participate will be able to go to the front of the line, no matter what time you come.
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Talon Theatre Fall Production
Talon Theatre presents their fall production of "The Little Prince" and "Let Your Life Sing" on Oct. 29 -Nov. 1 in the Black Box. The beautiful one act show "The Little Prince," will be followed by a fabulous original cabaret style, "Let Your Life Sing," featuring songs from hit musicals! Tickets are $17 for Adult and $15 for Children and Students. Click here for show times and to purchase tickets.
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SMCHS Open House: November 2
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Share information about our annual Open House with your friends! Santa Margarita's Fall Open House is scheduled for Sunday, November 2. Families will have the opportunity to tour the campus, meet SMCHS faculty and staff and learn why SMCHS is considered one of the top private schools in the nation. No reservations are necessary, simply drop by any time between 11 am and 2 pm. Two brief presentations will be held at noon and 1 p.m. in the school's Moiso Family Pavilion.
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Parent Fellowship in Faith
Mark your calendar for our first evening of Fellowship in Faith. How do we, as parents, prepare our teens for the future that lies before them? How do we help them bring the values we have tried to instill in them with them when they leave the protection of our home? Come discover how we, as parents, can support and encourage our kids to live "Caritas Christi" beyond SM! Please join us on Tuesday, November 4 from 6:30-8 pm in the Eagle Athletic Banquet Ctr. Click here for more details. RSVP to Charlene Palmer: charlene.palmer@cox.net
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Senior Cruise
One of the most anticipated events as a Senior at Santa Margarita is the Senior Cruise!
Senior Cruise takes place on Thursday, November 6th from 8-11pm.
Ticket prices:
October 1 - 31 (at midnight): $70 per person
November 1 - 4 (at 3 PM): $90 per person
No tickets will be sold on November 5-6 or at the door.
Permission Slips & Contracts are due to Activities by November 4th at 3pm and must be turned in with a copy of your Senior Cruise ticket receipt.
The ticket price includes admission on board a beautiful 3-deck 140' yacht (check out the video above and pictures below), parking for one (1) car, DJ, food and more fun! Visit our the Senior Cruise webpage (www.smhs.org/seniorcruise) for tickets, costume guidelines and all other information regarding this event.
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Student Holiday
November 7 is a student holiday as faculty will be attending a diocesan in-service.
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Renee Bondi and Tony Melendez Concert at Christ Cathedral
Quadriplegic singer/speaker, Renée Bondi, is thrilled to share the stage this year with guitarist Tony Melendez as she celebrates the bountiful blessings that our Lord has provided on Friday, November 14th at Christ Cathedral. Come see why Tony, born without arms, has been her inspiration for years! Joined by musician friends & family, this evening promises to be an uplifting, fun night for all ages. Click here for more information.
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Senior Yearbook Tributes
Senior parents, if you missed the first deadline for Senior Tributes- don't worry, there is still time! The next deadline is November 19 at 4:00 pm. For more information, please click here.
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Eagle Regiment Poinsettia Sales
The Eagle Regiment Marching Band and Color Guard are pleased to announce they are selling RED and WHITE poinsettias again this year. Locally grown by Paul Ecke farms, these beauties will live longer and look better than the grocery store variety. They stand approximately 16" tall and include a shiny foil cover for display. You will love these flowers, and we would love your support!
In honor of Mr. Krause, you can buy a WHITE poinsettia for the Holiday Program. These flowers will be elegantly displayed with your name on a ribbon. You can pick them up after the performance or donate to the school.
Poinsettias are $15 a piece and are for sale by any band or color guard member through November 24th with a pick up at SMCHS on December 5th. Click here to visit our online store for easy and secure purchase.
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Christmas Tree Fundraiser
The Christmas Tree Fundraiser is up and running. Trees may be pre-ordered up until November 25th. Tree pick up will take place in the front parking lot on December 6th between 9 AM - 12 PM. Delivery is available for additional cost. Trees are also available for purchase to donate to US Marine Corps. We will transport donated trees to Camp Pendleton for military families unable to purchase their own tree. Please visit our Christmas Tree Fundraiser page for more information!
Your purchase of a Christmas Tree supports SMCHS Activities, including: ASB, Equestrian, Dance Team, Ice Hockey, Speech & Debate and Pep Squad. (Delivery fee proceeds will directly benefit Softball and Pep Squad).
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Eagle Football Spirit Wear
Show your Eagle Spirit by stopping by the SMCHS Football Spirit Wear booth at all home Varsity Games at Saddleback Stadium! House flags, stadium chairs and spirit wear apparel are for sale. You can also order most items online at our new web stores from Apparel Matters. If you have any questions, please email Teri Maihen at acmaihen@cox.net
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President's Coffees
New parents and transfer parents have you scheduled your appointment for your President's Coffee? These small groups are a great way to get to know our new president, other Eagle families and SMCHS better. Click here to schedule your time now. Please contact Maureen McAndrews, Assistant to the President at mcandrewsm@smhs.org with any questions. Please make schedule your coffee soon as spaces are filling up quickly.
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Moms in Prayer
If you are not praying for your child, who is? Every Thursday in the Sacred Heart Chapel a group of Moms get together to pray for your child, your child's teacher and all the prayer intentions of those that are gathered in prayer. You are invited to attend Thursdays from 9:00am to 10:00am. Click here for more information and to submit anonymous prayer requests.
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Student IDs
Attention all students: this is reminder that it is school policy to carry your student ID with you at all times, including when making purchases in the lunch lines, bookstore and Activities. Please come to the Activities office if you need an ID card or lost your ID card
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Safe Homes
The Parent Teacher Guild (PTG) is comprised of all parents, administration, faculty and staff of Santa Margarita Catholic High School. Membership in the PTG is automatic. The PTG supports the SM community in its Christian philosophy, written policies, designated programs and other specific needs. One such sponsored program is Safe Homes. The Parent Teacher Guild is encouraging all SM 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.
Click here to view a list of families who have committed to keeping their homes safe.
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Robert Russell Photography
Parents don't forget to view our athletic photographer's website, Robert Russell Photography. Robert is the official photographer of Eagle varsity athletics. Visit his website to order your photos today, they make perfect gifts for family and friends and decor for the house or office! Click Here to view varsity game photos; you can access it all year.
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The SMCHS scrip program has a new addition - Papa John's Pizza - $10 denomination (8%).
As mentioned before, Ralph's does not provide the school with a report of family contributions so as to protect their customers' privacy. However, they do donate to SM through the Ralphs Community Contribution Program. Participants are required to register for the new term at www.ralphs.com beginning September 1; not before. Step-by-step instructions can be found at their website noted above. Click on Community, click on Community Contributions, click on "For participant questions, click here." If you have any questions regarding this process, please call Ralphs at 800-443-4438. Scrip may be purchased at the school's Front Desk on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Please direct any questions regarding the SMCHS scrip program to Catherine Hassen at 949-766-6004 or hassenc@smhs.org
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