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We hope you enjoy our Alum of the Month feature, designed to recognize alumni who are doing interesting and exciting things, or who have made exceptional contributions to their chosen field or profession.
We welcome your suggestions for future Alum of the Month features. Contact Director of Communications Lisa Coffey Mahoney '76 for more information.
Adam Herndon '92 Passing on an Inspiring Legacy
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National Merit Scholarship Program Commended students Announced
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Fourteen Bishop O'Dowd High School seniors were recently named commended students in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Mariana Alvear, Walter Brostrom, Brandon Choy, Gabriel Clark-Clough, Zachary Eslick, Madeleine Farrington, Linnea Gullikson, Carla Ho, Aris Jernigan, Eunice Jung, Noah Linde, Marina Ramsey, Jonquil Rumberger and Owen Schnider are among some 34,000 students throughout the nation being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Read more
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Actor profile:
Beatrice Velline '17
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Beatrice Velline '17 talks about life as an O'Dowd drama student.
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Transforming Lives Dinner
Register Today!
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Join us for O'Dowd's major fundraiser of the year! The Transforming Lives Dinner is set for Thursday, November 3, beginning at 6 p.m., on the O'Dowd campus.
Please join us for a wonderful sit-down dinner with friends while helping to raise funds for 30 percent of O'Dowd students who receive financial aid, making their O'Dowd experience possible.
O'Dowd - Where Lives Are Transformed
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Class of 2017 Senior Gift Update
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The Senior Class Gift campaign is off to a great start! Parents, check your mailboxes for information on this effort by the Class of 2017 to leave their lasting legacy. Also this week: student reps will be collecting donations during both lunches from their classmates.
The Class of 2017 Scholarship Fund will help students who wouldn't otherwise have the opportunity to attend O'Dowd, and it's the Class of 2017's chance to give back. Our goal is 100% participation from 2017 parents and students!
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Sustainability Guest Speaker SEries Welcomes Two Experts
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Annalisa Belliss of StopWaste and Chris Slafter of ReThink Disposable engaged faculty and students in thought-provoking discussions on waste prevention and its positive impacts on the environment, community and economy.
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Bands to Play at the Sound Room
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O'Dowd's String Orchestra, Jazz Workshop Band, Jazz Combo, and Advanced Jazz Band will be performing at the Sound Room in Oakland on Sunday, October 9. Doors open at 1 p.m. and the show starts at 2 p.m.
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College Financial Aid Presentation this Evening
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Join the counseling department and a financial aid professional tonight, 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. We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Spanish speaking presentation on the same date and at the same time in Dominican Lounge. Read more
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Inaugural Fall Equinox Festival a Success
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By S-Corps Leadership Team Members Sal Beeby, Stefano Hurtado and Tyler LeBoa
The autumn equinox - meaning "equal night" in Latin - occurs once a year and marks the first day of fall.
On the equinox, we have 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of night. After this, the days start to become shorter and the nights become longer. Around the world, different cultures gather around traditions that acknowledge the balance and transition represented in the equinox.
This year, S-Corps put together a festival for O'Dowd students centered around this natural event. The concept was a carnival-style festival that would be held on the baseball field during a home football game, with the purpose of spreading information about the environment, as well as celebrate and have a good time.
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In 1957, Minnijean Brown Trickey was one of nine African-American students who broke the color barrier at Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.
As a participant on the civil rights tour Sojourn to the Past you will get to meet Minijean and hear her story first hand.
Often called "one of the most courageous persons the Civil Rights Movement ever produced," John Lewis has dedicated his life to protecting human rights, securing civil liberties, and building what he calls "The Beloved Community" in America. This time we are lucky enough to have Congressman Lewis traveling with us on the trip. Just imagine one of the most prominent civil rights figures riding side-by-side with your student.
The trip is in March, but we have to reserve our spots now. Mrs. Green will host a parent information night on Wednesday, October 12, beginning at 7 p.m. in Room 213, where you will hear from some of the students who participated last year. There is financial aid available.
Please contact Mrs. Green with any questions or concerns.
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Alijah Vera-Tucker '17 Selected for Under Armour All-America Game
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Alijah Vera-Tucker '17 is one of more than 90 of the nation's premier high school football players who have been selected by ESPN Recruiting to participate in the 2017 Under Armour All-American High School Football Game presented by American Family Insurance.
The game is slated for Sunday, January 1, 2017, at the Orlando Citrus Bowl and will be televised live on ESPN at 1 p.m. EST.
Vera-Tucker was presented his honorary game jersey in front of teammates, family and friends in a ceremony held in Dominican Hall Lounge on September 28. "It's a real honor to be playing in this game," he said.
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Members of the 2001 women's volleyball team will be honored at the event including, from left to right, coach Tim Newman, Marisa Vierra '02, Kristen Boles '03, Kelly Kearns '04, Erin Gainous '03 and Riley Rant '03.
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Good beer and even better company ... the Alumni Beer Garden is coming up!
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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Several class reunions have been scheduled. |
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.; and Thursday, Dec. 1, from 9-11 a.m.
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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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Parenting Stressed Teens and Mindfulness
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The first of our Parent Education Evenings speaker series will take place tomorrow evening, Thursday, October 6, from 7-8:30 p.m., in the theater. Our speaker is teen stress and mindfulness expert Gina M. Biegel MA, LMFT. Ms. Biegel will be speaking on helping parents better cope with stressed teens and the stresses of parenting. Please RSVP for the event if you plan to attend. |
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Sunset and Pizza on the Patio
Dragon Parents Kick off a New Year
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Thanks to all who turned out on a lovely evening to share some pizza and wine with the Dragon Parents Group. We mixed and mingled with longtime friends, while welcoming many new parents
- everyone exploring opportunities to contribute to our school community.
A beautiful sunset on the CES patio created an inspiring backdrop for observations and insights offered by Principal J.D. Childs and President Steve Phelps. Principal Childs spoke about the rewards of finding
"fusion"with other people in pursuit of a common purpose. In his warm and welcoming way, President Phelps appreciated the enthusiasm of our parent community and the many ways volunteers contribute to the school's success.
If you missed our first meeting, no worries. The Dragon Parents Group has a calendar of upcoming events to celebrate our community and our kids' achievements! Watch your email for opportunities to get involved with the DPG. Questions or suggestions? Please email us at
Go Dragons! Let's make it a great year - together!
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A Sweet Welcome for Prospective Families
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"Dragon Mornings" are a series of receptions held here at school for prospective students and their families.
We especially need set up helpers for the receptions being held later this month and in December. Check the dates and sign up now.
If you have other questions about Dragon Mornings, contact Tricia Bevilacqua in the Admissions Department.
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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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East Bay Private High School Fair
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Wednesday, October 19, 7-9 p.m.
Large Gymnasium
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Thursday, November 3, 6 p.m. Large Gymnasium
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Open House
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Sunday, November 6, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
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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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