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This is the latest installment in a series of profiles called "7 Things" about O'Dowd's terrific faculty and staff.
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Thanks to everyone who helped make Monday's Dragon Golf Classic such a success! It was great to see how the golfers, event sponsors, donors, volunteers and even local celebrities came together to support our cause - providing assistance to students through the Transforming Lives Fund for Financial Aid. Because of you, talented and deserving students will be able to attend O'Dowd.
We want to give special recognition to the Dragon Golf Classic committee members who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of the event: Molly Natsues (Chair), Jacqui Diaz, Joanne Ghiglieri '79, Terri Halstenrud, Jay McDaniel, Leon Natsues '84, Nicole Paez, Tony Ronzone '83, John Ryan, Mary Schirmer, Brian Shaw '83, Melissa Shilliday, Lisa Thompson and Dana Young '83.
Stay tuned for more details about how much was raised at the event.
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Fall 2016 Dragon Magazine online
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The fall 2016 issue of the Dragon magazine was recently mailed, but you can also view the magazine on our website.
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Senior & Parent Mass Set for Sept. 27
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The Senior & Parent Mass is set for Tuesday , September 27, beginning at 1:15 p.m., in the large gymnasium.
Parents of all faiths are invited to join their sons and daughters for this O'Dowd tradition celebrating the special parent - child relationship. Seniors are encouraged to dress up for this special occasion. Details will be emailed to parents, guardians and seniors.
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College Financial Aid Night In October
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Join the counseling department and a financial aid professional on Wednesday, October 5, from 7-9 p.m., in the theater for an informative evening focused on the successful completion of college financial aid forms.
This presentation is meant to clarify the process around applying for college financial aid with an emphasis on the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and introduction to the CSS Profile and Cal Grant Process. Other topics to be discussed include the different financial aid options and the various ways that families can make college more accessible and affordable. Read more
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Student Leadership Retreat
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All students are invited to sign up for a leadership retreat, being held on Saturday, September 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on the O'Dowd campus.
The retreat will be peer-led, mostly by seniors from ASB, CMT and S-Corps who participated in a leadership retreat before the school year began and are eager to share what they learned.
Students from all grades are welcome - those who are already in a position of leadership on a team, in a club, or some other group, and those who see themselves as leaders.
You'll learn how to build connections and work on public speaking, event preparation and organization.
There is limited space, so sign up right away. First come, first served. Cost is $10 to cover lunch.
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O'Dowd's Academic Support Department is hosting an event for students and parents on Wednesday, September 28, from 7-8:30 p.m., in CES #1. Come hear Academic Life Coach Gretchen Wegner talk about time management and organization routines that can minimize stress and maximize success.
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Alright Dragons, how many of you play on a sports team? Or have participated in a spectacular drama production? Or have had an amazing teacher?
Being a student at O'Dowd gives you endless opportunities. The Class of 2017 Scholarship Fund will make the O'Dowd experience accessible to students who might not otherwise be able to afford it.
On September 26 it will be easier than ever to donate. Bring $4 to buy a Jamba Juice smoothie on the Quad at either lunch and support the fund!
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Sojourn to the Past Informational Meeting
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All O'Dowd families are invited to attend a special presentation about Sojourn to the Past, the civil rights tour, tomorrow, September 22, beginning 6:30 p.m., in the theater. Read More
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Using PowerSchool to Support Student Achievement
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PowerSchool is a powerful tool that helps students and parents track academic progress. When you log in you will see T1 (which is all work for the term except for the final exam), E1 (which is the final exam grade), and S1 which is the semester grade (which combines the term work with the final exam score).
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Parent-Teacher Conferences
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Traditionally, Parent-Teacher Conferences were scheduled after the first time that parents saw academic progress reports - generally in October. For the past four years, we have worked to improve our reporting of academic progress in PowerSchool.
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O'Dowd Athletics Fall Sports Show
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Check out the first installment of the O'Dowd Athletics Fall Sports Show, written and produced by Ethan Grossman '18 and Colm Connolly '19, with technical support and graphic design by Samuel Showalter '18, and featuring photos from O'Dowd parent Dennis Mockel.
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Purchase Dragon Ticket Family Season Pass
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A Dragon Ticket Family Season Pass provides you and your family members admission to all O'Dowd home football, basketball, and volleyball games. Read More
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Athletic REgistration for 2016-17
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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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Check out the weekly athletics schedule and make plans to attend a game and support your Dragons! Read More
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Attention O'Dowd ALumni!
Join the 2001 Women's Volleyball Team at the Alumni Beer Garden
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Sign ups are going strong for the Alumni Beer Garden. We've got Dragon Pride. How about you?
When: Friday, October 28, from 5-7 p.m., prior to kickoff of the
football game vs. Berkeley High
Where: Dominican Hall Courtyard, Bishop O'Dowd High School
Note: All attendees must RSVP by Friday, October 14, in order to be put on the event list. You must be on this list to gain campus entrance. Please plan to arrive early as campus parking is limited. Campus gates will close by 6:30 p.m.
Adults only, 21 and over. Sorry, no children allowed.
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Reunions
Class of 1961 to Celebrate 55th
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It's "Double Nickels" for the Class of '61 - October 29, 2016.
Class members are asked to please save the date, and await a hard-copy invitation, which will be mailed this week via USPS.
Events begin with Mass in the Chapel, prior to optional campus tours and a 6 p.m. reception in the school cafeteria, with hosted wine, beer, soft drinks and snacks. Dinner follows at 7 p.m., catered by Epicurean Catering, under the direction of Chez Panisse alum and O'Dowd Chef Katia Groffman. The evening's menu offers wild salmon or roasted free-range chicken, with sides and dessert.
Recorded mood music will be nostalgic, but soft enough to encourage conversation. And be sure to wear your best smile for the photographer. Total cost will be $75 per person. If you don't receive your printed invite in the mail please contact Johnny Maloney or David Schwoegler. Several other class reunions have been scheduled.
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Parent Admissions Ambassadors Needed
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The O'Dowd Admissions Office is looking for parent volunteers who can help at events and serve as ambassadors to prospective families.
If you are interested in sharing your excitement about O'Dowd and your family's experience with prospective families, we need you. Please email Admissions Associate Tricia Bevilacqua if you interested in becoming a Parent Admissions Ambassador. It is a great way to connect with the O'Dowd community.
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Current 8th grade students and incoming transfer students are invited for a classroom visit experience. These visits are scheduled through the Online Inquiry Form on specific dates, from 9 a.m. to noon. Register for a visit |
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Current 8th grade students and parents and prospective incoming transfer students and parents are invited to tour the O'Dowd campus and meet our faculty, staff and students while school is in session. There is no need to RSVP. Tour dates are:
Friday, October 7, 9-11 a.m.
Thursday, October 20 and 27, from 9-11 a.m.
Thursday, Dec. 1, from 9-11 a.m.
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Senior Class Parents - Happy Hour
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They are about to graduate...it's time we get to know each other!
Join the Senior Class Gift Parent Committee for a casual opportunity to socialize on Wednesday, September 28.
Meet at Monaghan's Oakland, from 5-7:30 p.m., for light appetizers and a no-host bar.
Adults only - no students, please!
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Parent volunteers are needed to help with the Senior & Parent Mass set for September 27. Needs include help with set up, clean up and bringing bite-size appetizers.
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New Website,
New Calendar
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Accompanying the launch of the new website, O'Dowd has also launched a new, enhanced Events Calendar.
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Did you know you can support O'Dowd when you shop on AmazonSmile?
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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.
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Dragon Parents Group Meeting
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Tonight, Sept. 21, 6:30-8 p.m.
Center for Environmental Studies
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East Bay Private High School Fair
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Wednesday, October 19, 7-9 p.m.
Large Gymnasium
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Thursday, Nov. 3, 6 p.m. Large Gymnasium
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Fall Play
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Performances November 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20 O'Dowd Theater |
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