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Graduation testing is changing in Ohio. The current seniors and juniors have to meet all the course requirements but also have to pass the Ohio Graduation Tests (OGT). Current sophomores and freshmen however, must complete all the course requirements and earn graduation points by taking seven end-of-course tests in English 9 & 10, Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, American History, and American Government. Each test is graded on a scale of 1 - 5 (5 being the highest) and students must accumulate at least 18 points in order to qualify for graduation. The end-of-course tests are taken in April of the year the student is taking the specified courses.
Each end-of-course test consists of two 90-minute sections and will be taken online. As these are very important tests for students, CJ wants to minimize distractions and provide the students with an atmosphere conducive to testing. In order to accommodate the students taking these tests and to allow learning to be as uninterrupted as possible, CJ is going to employ several different schedules during the month of April. While only freshmen and sophomores are taking these tests, all students will be affected by the schedule changes.
Click
here to see the schedule changes for April. On days when there are two-hour delays, the cafeteria will be open for students who are not testing and arrive before
10:00 a.m.
All schedule changes have been posted in the school calendar section of the CJ website as well as the CJ Student News website.
Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal |
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THREE THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK
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Attend the CJ Fish Fry on Saturday, Mar. 19.
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Encourage your student to attend or participate in the Staff vs. Students basketball game on Tuesday, Mar. 22.
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 Students experienced first-hand the struggles someone with a disability may face.
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 Math classes held celebrations for Pi Day including a game about Pi facts and pie.
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EAGLE EXCELLENCE
Sophomore finishes 2nd in drug-free coalition contest. More >
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COMMUNITY UPDATE
NEW this week:
* Students submit designs for Art in Architecture competition.
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* Hoopla STEM Challenge brings hundreds to CJ.
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* Capstone works to change young girls' perception.
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* C.O.P.E. gives juniors insight into social classes
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NEWS
PARENTS
Easter Break - Building Closed
Friday, Mar. 25 and Monday, Mar. 28
Easter Break for students is Thursday, Mar. 24 - Friday, Apr. 1. The building will be closed on Friday, Mar. 25 and Monday, Mar. 28 due to the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays.
Spring Break Office Hours
Tuesday, Mar. 22 - Friday, Mar. 29
During Spring Break on Tuesday, Mar. 22 - Friday, Mar. 29, the business office and welcome center will be open 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. The guidance office and OSS will be closed.
Class Ring Discount - UPDATE
Tuesday, Mar. 22 | Lunch Periods
Jostens is extending its offer of a discount on class ring orders. Orders will be accepted during all lunch periods on Tuesday, Mar. 22. More information can be found here.
Kelly Muhl, Administrative Assistant | email
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GUIDANCE
SOCHE WPAFB Summer Internship
Applications Still Being Accepted
Southwestern Ohio Council for Higher Education is still accepting applications for summer internships at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. More information can be found
here
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Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant |
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ACT and SAT Essay Tools
Online Help Available
Many students ask whether or not they should take the optional essay on the ACT and SAT
. For most students the answer is yes, you should opt for the essay. Students should check the policies at schools they will be applying to and consult with their college counselor before opting out of the essay. Click
here to use the ACT's essay requirement search tool and click
here
to use the SAT's essay requirement search tool.
Charlene Wheeler, Director of Guidance | email
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MINISTRY & SERVICE
Belize Summer Mission Trip Mandatory Meeting
Wednesday, Mar. 23 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Room 300
There will be a mandatory parent meeting on
Wednesday, Mar. 23
from
6:30 - 8 p.m.
for all students attending the Belize summer mission trip. Each student must attend, along with a parent or guardian. The meeting will be held in Room 300. You will receive a general overview of the trip, packing list and get a chance to meet the chaperones.
Staff v. Students Basketball Game
Tuesday, Mar. 22 | 3:30 p.m. | Gym
All students (who are not in the game) are invited to come out and watch some of our faculty and staff take on our students in what is sure to be an exciting, action-packed game! Baked goods will be sold before the game. Admission is $1, and it is $5 to play, coach or referee. All contributions go to support our Lenten Mission Drive.
Stations of the Cross
Wednesday, Mar. 23
As we continue through our Lenten journey into Holy Week, our school will gather together in the auditorium on Wednesday, Mar. 23 for our Stations of the Cross Prayer Service.
Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service |
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CJ STEMM
WPAFB Spring Job Shadowing Day
Friday, Apr. 8
The next WPAFB Spring Job Shadowing Day for juniors and seniors will be Friday, Apr. 8. More information and the registration form can be found here.
STEMM Idol Speaker Series
Tuesday, Mar. 22 | Homeroom periods | Library
Rachel Easter, a Water Bacteriologist-Chemist and
Keshia Kinney, a Water Treatment Technical Supervisor with the
City of Dayton Department of Water will be speaking at the next STEMM Idol Speaker Series Session on Tuesday, Mar. 22. Students can listen to their presentation during homeroom in the library.
Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
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Saturday, Mar. 19 | 6-11 p.m. | CJ
Marcia Northern, Blue Green Club President |
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Varsity Contests | All Spring Schedules Here
Friday, Mar. 18 - Thursday, Mar. 24
Women's Lacrosse
Saturday, Mar. 19 at Chillicothe
Tuesday, Mar. 22 at Beavercreek
Men's Lacrosse
Monday, Mar. 21 at Clinton Massie
Wednesday, Mar. 23 at Wilmington
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CALENDAR REMINDERS
College Credit Plus - LAST WEEK TO QUALIFY
Summer 2016 and 2016-2017 School Year
If a student is planning to participate in College Credit Plus either this summer or during the 2016 - 2017 school year, there are several items that must be completed soon. The first is for the student to meet with his or her counselor before Easter break (Thursday, Mar. 24 - Friday, Apr. 1). The second is to meet all the CCP deadlines set by the Ohio Department of Education and the individual colleges and universities. Please see CJ's
CCP website for information. Be sure to meet all the required deadlines.
Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal |
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Class of 2016
Graduation Announcements and Party Invitations
It is not too late to order custom graduation announcements and/or custom photo party invitations in time for graduation. Orders can be placed on Jostens' website,
jostens.com or over the phone (1-800-
567-8367).
The athletic participation fee for the 2015-2016 school year is $100 for each sport and must be paid in full before the due date. For the spring season, fees are due no later than Monday, Apr. 4 and must be paid in full for the student to participate in practices or games after that date. Please contact us if there are any questions.
Jason Unger, Acting Athletic Director |
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College Admissions Panel
Thursday, Apr. 21 | 7 p.m. | Oakwood High School
On Thursday, Apr. 21, college admissions experts from the University of Alabama, University of Dayton, Miami University, The Ohio State University and Ohio University will be at Oakwood High School as a panel to share their admissions expertise with parents of students in grades 9-11. Click here for more details.
Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant | email
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN
Salt and Light - A Journey into Catholic Social Teaching
Tuesdays, Apr. 5 - May 3 | 7-9 p.m. | St. Charles Borromeo
All are invited to attend a five session course called "Salt and Light" a transformative journey into Catholic Social Teaching. The sessions will be held on Tuesdays, Apr. 5 - May 3 from 7-9 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo (4500 Ackerman Blvd, Kettering, 45429).
Registration is required and the sessions are $25 per person. More details can be found here.
John Malas, St. Albert Church | email
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Founders' Thoughts
"Let us stay at the foot of the cross with our good Jesus and His holy Mother. May our hearts be closely united to theirs."
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New times demand new methods.
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CJ Online Spirit Store
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CJ Eagle Spirit Gear
Shop the Spirit Store online and grab all the CJ clothing, gear and accessories you need. Items are customizable!
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