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Make sure to check this section each week for a story or video that serves to inspire and provoke thought.
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O'Dowd Certified as a Bay Area Green Business
 After a lengthy and rigorous application process that included verification inspections to confirm the school operates in an environmentally sound manner, Bishop O'Dowd High School was certified as a Bay Area Green Business on June 27, 2016. The certification not only confirms that O'Dowd has made outstanding efforts to comply with environmental requirements, but has also achieved excellence in reducing hazardous and solid waste generation, conserving resources and preventing pollution. Read more...
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Dragon Golf Classic
Is a New Car an Incentive for a Hole in One?
 A Hole in One! Shooting one is every golfer's dream. And, back by popular demand, we have an added incentive - the chance to shoot for a new car, thanks to Jim Moran '69 of FH Dailey Chevrolet. Golf with Celebrities! Did you know that 2015 NBA Finals MVP and Golden State Warrior Andre Iguodala and Oakland native and NBA Hall of Famer Gary "The Glove" Payton will play in the golf tournament?
Volunteers! We still need some event volunteers. If you want to be a part of this wonderful event we have just the position for you! Contact us at dragonclassic@bishopodowd.org. Come join the fun and support our students at the same time. This event has something for everyone! For the non-golfers, there's a small silent auction and 19th Hole Reception. Golfers will enjoy fun, food, and foursomes at the beautiful Claremont Country Club in Oakland. Arrange your own foursome, or we'll pair you with other golfers. Register today...
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We received word this week that AC Transit cannot fulfill our June request for bus scheduling on our silver days - the 1:15 p.m. dismissal days.
The library will be open for quiet study and our Academic Support Center will be available from 1:15 - 3 p.m. Students can work with tutors or individually if they prefer.
AC Transit will pick up at the regular time (3:10 p.m.) on silver days. The morning pick up is not affected and will remain the same.
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Parents are encouraged to attend Back to School Night, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 1, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to meet your student's teachers and see the improvements that have been made to the campus over the summer.
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Kai Morton '17 Featured in Teen Vogue
Girls and Femmes Changing the World!
 Kai Morton '17 is among a rising crop of young women identified by Teen Vogue who are changing the world. Read more...
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National Honor Society News
For Juniors, Seniors and Their Parents
Upperclassmen interested in being inducted into the National Honor Society must turn in their student activity forms and resumes to Mrs. Counts in the library by Friday, September 16. These materials will be presented to the faculty council for evaluation. Get more details...
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California Scholarship Federation News
California Scholarship Federation (CSF) applications for the spring 2016 semester are due to Mrs. Promes in Room 11 by Friday, September 16. Four semesters of membership, one being in the senior year, are required for Life Membership status. Students will need a completed application, a copy of their report card (these can be found in the student and parent e-mails sent on June 21) or transcript and a $5 membership fee. Students without a copy of their report card must pay an additional $2. Get more details and application forms...
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Mandatory Meeting for New O'Dowd Debaters Tomorrow
The Bishop O'Dowd High School debate team will be holding a mandatory meeting for all students interested in joining tomorrow, Thursday, August 25, at 3:30 p.m. in CES #2. We will be discussing practice schedules, tournament dates, and other expectations. We look forward to seeing you! If you cannot make it, please e-mail odowddebate@bishopodowd.org.
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Fall Parent Book Club
"The Awakened Family" Book Featured
We are excited to continue the Parent Book Club, with four meetings in the fall semester. The book club is an opportunity to meet in smaller groups with parents to discuss the views of contemporary experts in issues related to parenting adolescents and to share experiences of parenting teenagers. Events will be held on September 6 and 20 and October 4 and 18, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the school library. Please use this form to sign up for any or all of the meetings...
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Sustainability Guest Speaker Series  O'Dowd's Sustainability Guest Speaker Series introduces students to college and career pathways for meaningful environmental, social and economic sustainability fields. The series also furthers community education on pressing sustainability topics and issues. New speakers are featured on a monthly basis.
If you are interested in being a part of this exciting opportunity to give back to the community, and inspire O'Dowd youth, please fill out this brief survey.
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Dragon Parents Group Event
Join the Dragon Parents Group (DPG) and Principal Childs for the first DPG meeting of the year on Wednesday, September 21, 6:30-8 p.m., at the Center for Environmental Studies. Enjoy artisan pizza from the O'Dowd wood-fired oven, meet other parents and learn about DPG activities for the year ahead. RSVP for the event...Read more about the Dragon Parents Group...
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Athletic Registration is Open for 2016-17
We are excited to announce our partnership with FamilyID, an online mobile-friendly registration platform for O'Dowd athletic participation.
All students intending to participate in athletics at O'Dowd are required to complete our online athletic registration process. Students may not participate or tryout until this process is completed. Register...
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Greetings all musically talented students! O'Dowd's growing music department is always on the lookout for new talent. If you play an instrument and are interested in participating in String Orchestra, Symphonic Band, or one of our jazz bands contact Director of Instrumental Music Mr. Fred Randolph at frandolph@bishopodowd.org right away to set up an audition. We can't wait to hear you play!
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Materials Needed for Design Hub
The Design Hub is a new initiative at O'Dowd that coordinates student-centered design and fabrication ventures throughout the school. The Hub supports collaboration between academic, clubs, the student government, and service activities.
As part of the emphasis on sustainability at the school, the Hub plans to utilize reused materials as much as possible. Check the list of needed items...
Please bring you materials to Dr. Dave Hodul in Room 110.
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Is it Time for a Reunion?
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New Amazon Program
If you shop at Amazon through the Parent Portal on our website, up to 10 percent of all of your purchases made during that shopping session are donated to O'Dowd. You can still shop through Amazon Smile (see above), but this is another opportunity to support O'Dowd.
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eScrip
 Have you registered with eScrip and designated O'Dowd as a beneficiary? Register so that proceeds from your everyday purchases at eScrip merchants benefit our students. Back to Top
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About Bishop O'Dowd High School
Bishop O'Dowd High School believes that innovative curriculum, cutting-edge technology and leadership development are essential elements for student success in the 21st century. Every day we engage our students in programs and activities that foster their academic, moral and spiritual growth because we believe our graduates will be leaders who transform the world.
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