November 16, 2015

Carroll students help with Montgomery County Job and Family Services' Family Fun Night

LETTER 
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Good Afternoon,

The past two weeks have been extraordinary for our community, and we have certainly enjoyed celebrating the accomplishments of our students.  They have excelled on the athletic fields and the stage, as well as in band and academic competitions.  It is certainly a great time to be a Patriot, but never should we become so wrapped up in our own success that we lose sight of the fact that we are but a small part of a much larger world.

The terrorist attacks in Paris are a sobering reminder that the world we are preparing our students for is complex and often dangerous to say the least.  Our reactions to Friday's attacks are likely varied, but as followers of Christ, we should agree that this is certainly a time for prayer.  We pray for those who were injured or killed, for their families, for those who are hard at work assisting them, for the police forces who face formidable challenges, and for our world leaders, so that together we will remain in unity and peace of heart.  We should pray that when faced with the violence of men, we receive the grace of a heart without hatred. May the moderation, temperance and control that has been shown so far be confirmed in the weeks and months to come.

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Matt


VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Parents often ask how they can help out at school.  Nicole Druck is our volunteer coordinator and posts the following opportunities:

Cafeteria- Monday through Friday 10:30 am until 12:30 pm, serving lunch and cleaning up.

Library- Monitor student use of the Library any school day from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Spirit Shed/Shop - During Home Football, Soccer and Basketball games, selling Carroll High School merchandise along with s elling merchandise during school hours.
Sports Program - Selling ads for the Sports Program sold at all home games. Working with Mr. Tom Sableski during the Summer

 

Questions or to Volunteer, please contact Nicole Druck, Director of Events and Volunteer Management at 253-8188 EXT 317 or NDruck@carrollhs.org

 
CAMPUS MINISTRY
Students can sign up for weekly and monthly service projects on www.ugive.org.

Mass is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. Thursday in the chapel.

2015-2016 Retreat Dates

Junior:    Feb. 21-22
 
Freshmen:   Nov. 19
Nov. 20
(looking for families to host the NET Team)

Senior PATS:     Feb. 3-5
March 16-18
PASSING NOTES
What's Happening?
  • The Father-Daughter Dance is this Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.  The theme is "Back to the 70s", and and tickets are on sale during lunch all week for $15.  Tickets for each additional daughter are $5.
  • If you have an 8th grade student, be sure to register him or her for the upcoming High School Placement Test.  The test is mandatory for any student entering Carroll.  See the admissions page on the Carroll website for online registration.
  • City Barbecue in Beavercreek is hosting a Fundraising Day for the After Prom Committee on November 17th. We will receive 25% of the proceeds. (Large orders may be placed ahead of time.  They request 24 hour notice if each meal needs to be labeled individually.).  You must present a copy of the fundraising flyer for City Barbeque to make the donation.  You can download a copy of the flyer here.
  • Once again, we are offering an ACT Prep Course for students taking the test on December 12th.  The course will run on Sunday evenings (November 15, 22, 29, and December 6) from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Cost is $125.00 and includes a Study Guide. Please register in the Guidance Office as soon as possible.
  • We seem to be having recurring issues in the parking lot after school.  Folks are parking in the traffic lane by the light which is causing a backup on Linden.  This also occurs on the side of school and blocks the traffic lane by the courtyard.  When picking up your student after school, please park in an empty space or in the back parking lot by the stadium.  Thanks!
     
PATS ON THE BACK
Congratulations and Thanks!
Congrats!

The Marching Patriots were awarded an "Excellent" rating for their performance at the Bands of America Grand National Championships last Thursday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.  The band was the 4th highest rated band in Class on the day of their performance.
HOME CONTESTS
No events this week.

CARROLL ST. PAT'S 
FEST
We invite you to support the Carroll St. Pat's Fest to be held March 11-12, 2016.  Friday evening will be the ever-popular Irish Fish Fry (adults only), followed by family fun on Saturday highlighting Irish Dancers, talented bands, delicious food, Celtic games, and more.  Our goal is to successfully bring together various groups at Carroll as well as create an entertaining event to the Greater Dayton area, in celebration of St. Patrick's Day!

Sponsored by the Alumni Association, the Patriot Booster Club, and the  Carrolleer Band Association.   Money raised will positively impact the entire Carroll community--benefiting academics, the arts, athletics, and alumni.

We need your help!  Fill out the volunteer form on Carroll's website or contact Julie Weitz at jweitz@carrollhs.org if you would like to help.