February 22, 2018
Greetings!

All of us were shaken and angered by the tragedy last Wednesday, February 14 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Our morning prayer last Thursday, led by our students, was focused on the victims and their families — and all who have been touched by violence. We continue to pray for healing and peace and a change of heart in our country.

The issue of safety and security of our school community continues to be at the forefront of our priorities. In recent years, we have invited representatives of the Dayton Police Department to walk our campus, witness our school safety drills, and give us recommendations to improve school safety. We have implemented a number of their recommendations in the unlikely event of an incident. Dayton Police helped us begin to implement an approach termed “run, hide, fight” that empowers teachers to make reasonable decisions about protecting the students in their care. Last fall, our safety drill, witnessed by several officers trained in school safety, focused on “hide” and “fight” at which teachers and students barricaded classroom doors and identified objects that could be used to distract or disable a perpetrator. We will continue to advance our safety plans through training this spring and subsequent school years, and are continually looking for ways to strengthen our procedures.

Additionally, as a further step in our continual consideration of safety, last month we initiated a review of our security systems and procedures, including the access control systems to the school’s facilities, cameras and monitoring, and other technology. Based on recommendations from this study, we anticipate making the next set of investments this summer.

Further, we believe that the sense of community fostered at Chaminade Julienne — our Catholic, Marianist, and Notre Dame mission — provides a supportive and encouraging environment for all of our students. The City Connects program — through which we work to identify barriers to academic achievement — provides our teachers and counselors with a systemic way to create success plans for all students. By aligning our faith and the best practices for student support, we are uniquely positioned to address the needs of students and help them discover and appreciate the grace of God in their lives.

We have and will continue to be vigilant in our efforts to create and maintain a safe and secure school community. Please continue to pray for all those impacted by violence and those serving young people in our schools. God bless you, and thank you for choosing Chaminade Julienne.

Dan Meixner '84, President | email
John Marshall '86, Principal | email
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SOCIAL MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS 
Delicious dishes were prepared and made by students in our Cuvilly program this week. More >

Students had the opportunity to write cards to students at Stoneman Douglas High School by sharing their support for that school community, whose mascot is also an eagle . More >
NEWS   
PARENTS
College Credit Plus
In order to submit the CCP funding application in the parent's SAFE account, a student must have an acceptance letter from the college(s). Students are encouraged to apply to the college(s) and, if necessary, complete placement testing as soon as possible. Once these items are completed and the student's test scores qualify, the college will contact the student directly in regards to the acceptance letter. Both Wright State and Sinclair will be automatically sending acceptance letters in early March for students who participated in CCP in 2017-2018 . For more information about CCP, please refer to the  CJ website .

ACT - Class of 2019
Tuesday, Mar. 20 | 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
All juniors will take the ACT on Tuesday, Mar. 20 from 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. This test is paid for by the state and will result in a real ACT score that may be used for college admissions. Please do not schedule appointments during this time. Also, there are pre-test items that students must complete before test day. All juniors need to report to school on Wednesday, Mar. 7 at 8 a.m. to complete these pre-test items.  

Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal | email
MINISTRY & SERVICE
From the Chaplain's Office
Next week, we will begin our next round of all class Masses. These are an opportunity for an individual class to come together and pray as a class. We begin on Monday with the seniors and Tuesday with the juniors. Sophomores and freshmen will have Mass at the end of March. A few reminders: We celebrate daily Mass before school on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays at 7:20 a.m. Perhaps this could be a way to celebrate the Season of Lent with your student in a special way. Also, I am available in my office during lunch periods on Tuesdays for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Another great Lenten practice that is highly recommended by Pope Francis!

Fr. Bob Jones, SM, Chaplain | email
GUIDANCE OFFICE AND OPPORTUNITIES
Camp Cardiac and Camp Neuro Summer Camps
Scholarship and standard applications have just opened up for Camp Cardiac Cincinnati and Camp Neuro Cincinnati 2018. Camp Cardiac and Camp Neuro, run by medical students in over 30 cities nationwide, are 1-week summer day camps for high school students interested in exploring careers in medicine. Students may learn more and apply by visiting  http://www.campcardiac.org  and http://www.campneuro.org .

Kate Elder, Administrative Assistant |  email
ATHLETICS
Spring Sport Athletes
Final Forms Registration and Athletic Fee
Students planning on participating in a spring sport must have a Final Forms profile and up-to-date physical. Click here for more information. Additionally, the spring athletic payment fee of $100 is due by Monday, Apr. 9. Click here for additional information and to make the payment.

Brian Reinhart, Director of Athletics | email
Men's Volleyball Open Gym
Sunday, Feb. 25 | 4-5:30 p.m. | Gym
The next men's volleyball open gym will be held on Sunday, Feb. 25 from 4-5:30 p.m. in the gym. Tryouts and practices for the team begin on Monday, Mar. 5. Players will need completed physicals by that date.

Megan Marrinan, Head Men's Volleyball Coach | email


Women's Lacrosse - Goalie Needed
The women's lacrosse team is in need for a goalie on the JV team. In particular, a freshman or sophomore girl. If your child is interested, please have them contact Coach Cash.
  
Danielle Cash, Women's Lacrosse Head Coach | email
CALENDAR REMINDERS  
Ohio Catholic Federal Credit Union Catholic Education Scholarship
Applications Due by Friday, Mar. 2 More >
C.O.P.E - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Tuesday, Mar. 6 More >
Courageous at CJ
Saturday, Mar. 10 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Chapel More >
2018-2019 Registration Fee
Due Thursday, Mar. 15 More >
College Credit Plus Help Session
Thursday, Mar. 22 | 4-7 p.m. Library More >
CJ Fish Fry
Saturday, Mar. 24 | 6-11 p.m. Register >
If you would like to volunteer to set up, clean up or help during the event, please click  here . 
Sr. Stang Symposium - SAVE THE DATE
Tuesday, March 27 | 7 p.m.
Accounting Careers Awareness Program
Friday, Mar. 30 - APPLICATION DEADLINE More >
Spring Phonathon - SAVE THE DATE
March and April
Save the date for the Spring Phonathon:

  • March 26, April 8-12, April 15: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
  • an additional shift will be available on April 8 from 2-5 p.m.

Contact Elaine Bonner if you are interested in volunteering.

Elaine Bonner, Annual Giving Coordinator | email
2018 Summer Courses
Learn more and register here .
COMMUNITY BULLETIN  
Laffalot Summer Camp Counselors Needed
Do you enjoy working with children? Are you enthusiastic? Need a job over summer break? Laffalot Summer Camp is hiring camp counselors ages 15 and up. If hired one of your main responsibilities is working with small groups of children. Counselors must communicate the rules of the activities and provide instruction on skills, enjoy playing games, and focus on the needs of each child under their leadership while working to create a fun and lasting experience for all. Go to Laffalot Summer Camps website to apply today!

Caroline Walsh, Director of Counselors for Laffalot Summer Camp | email
University of Dayton Summer Programs
June 17-29
Students in the Classes of 2018-2020 who are interested in entrepreneurship and looking to take leadership courses are encouraged to review summer programs provided by the University of Dayton. Information about the entrepreneurial program can be found here and information about the leadership program can be found here .