May 17, 2015

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ResPunzel:

On Monday, May 18 the Science Club, along with Pantene, is hosting the annual ResPunzel hair donation program. All hair types are accepted, except dyed, bleached or permed hair. Hair stylists will be available during lunch and seminar to cut 8 inches or more from all students and staff members who are willing to donate. All donated hair is used to make wigs for cancer patients.

Academic Support Program Fundraiser at Nonno Pino:

All parents and friends of Resurrection are invited to attend a fundraising event to benefit the Resurrection Academic Support Program on Monday, May 18 from 6:30-9:30 pm at Nonno Pino's Restaurant in Edison Park. The cost is $40 per person and includes open bar, appetizers, raffles and silent auction. More information is available here.

Unable to attend? You can still support the Resurrection Academic Support Program by ordering from Nonno Pino on Monday, May 18! 25% of any carry out or delivery on May 18 from the Nonno Pino To-Go Menu will be donated to Resurrection. Please mention Res when ordering!

Seniors - Donate your Uniforms!

Seniors can donate their uniform skirts, sweaters and shirts for the Parents Club Used book and Uniform Sale.

The date for the Used Book and Uniform Sale is Saturday, June 6 from 8:30-9:30 am in the Cafeteria. Seniors can donate anytime starting on Tuesday, May 19. Bins will be available outside the cafeteria, by the students entrance and by the main office. Info

Class Schedules for 2015-16:

Current freshmen, sophomores and juniors will receive their class schedule for the 2015-16 school year during Seminar on Monday, May 18.

Office Hours on Exam Days

The Main Office at Resurrection College Prep will close at the following times on the days of Final Exams:

May 20 at 12:15 pm

May 21 at 1 pm

May 22 at noon

Norwood Park Memorial Day Parade:

Students, parents and alumnae are welcome to join us as we participate in the Norwood Park Memorial Day Parade on

Monday, May 25. Resurrection alumna and veteran Ramina Oraha '03 will be the Parade Grand Marshal.

Everyone is invited to join us for the parade kick-off at Onahan School, 6634 W. Raven in Chicago. Please arrive by 10:30 so you can find parking and our spot in the parade. The parade steps off at 11 am and will end at Taft in time for the Veteran Tribute Ceremony at 12:15 pm. Please wear Resurrection Spirit Wear or red & white clothing to show your Res spirit! Student Ambassadors can earn an Ambassador service hour for the 2015-16 school year by participating.

Follett Textbook Buy-back & Return:

The Follett Textbook Buy-back and Rental Return will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 26 and 27 from 8:30 to 2 pm in the Lecture Hall.

Summer Learning & Athletics:

Registration for Summer Learning and Athletics is available until Friday, May 29. Credit classes and enrichment workshops are available for Resurrection students and for students attending other schools. Athletic camps are available for Resurrection students and for girls in grammar school.

English Department Summer Reading:

In preparation for the 2015-16 school year, students are required to complete a summer reading assignment. The summer required reading packet is available here.

Res Reads 2015 Selection:

The Res Reads committee has selected the graphic novel

March: Book One by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell. All students are encouraged to read this book over break and participate in the contests and discussions at the beginning of next school year!

Special Events Survey:

Parents are encouraged to share their thoughts with us by participating in a brief survey about your interests. Please take a few moments to take our survey in order to help us plan fundraising events for our school community.

Talcott Avenue Construction Update:

Talcott Ave Update

This Week:

Sun, May 17 - final day to purchase tickets for the Spring Athletic Banquet

Mon, May 18 - Sophomores may wear Res Spirit Apparel in honor of winning the food drive challenge.

Mon, May 18 - ResPunzel project

Mon, May 18 - Academic Support Program Fundraiser at Nonno Pino at 6:30 pm

Tues, May 19 - Senior College Apparel Day & Senior BBQ Seminars A and B - seniors will be dismissed at 12:30

Wed, May 20 - Semester Exams begin - Main Office closes at 12:15 pm

Wed, May 20 - Graduation Assembly at 11 am in the Gym

Wed, May 20 - Athletic Recognition for Senior Collegiate Athletes at 7 pm in the Lecture Hall

Thurs, May 21 - Semester Exams - Main Office closes at 1 pm

Thurs, May 21 - Market Day pick-up

Fri, May 22 - Semester Exams - Main Office closes at noon

Next Week:

Mon May 25 - No school - Memorial Day

Tues, May 26 - Follett Textbook Buy-back and Rental Return from 8:30 to 2 pm in the Lecture Hall

Tues, May 26 - No Classes

8:00 am - Graduation breakfast in the Cafeteria

8:30 am - Make up exams in the Library

10:30 am - Graduation practice at the Copernicus Center

Tues, May 26 - Baccalaureate Mass at 6:30 at St. John Brebeuf

Wed, May 27 - Follett Textbook Buy-back and Rental Return from 8:30 am to 2 pm in the Lecture Hall

Wed, May 27 - No Classes

8:30 am - Make up exams

7:00 pm - Graduation at the Copernicus Center

Looking Ahead:

Mon, June 1 - Spring Sports Banquet at 6 pm at the White Eagle Banquets

Sat, June 6 - Used Book & Uniform Sale - 8:30 - 9:30 am in the Cafeteria

August - Back to School Schedule:

Athletic Tryout Info for 2015-16

Mon & Tues, Aug 17 & 18 - Freshmen Orientation

Wed, Aug 19 - Classes resume for all students

Key Dates for 2015-16 School Year