CJ Parent Weekly - 2016 OCT 6

October 6, 2016

The annual fall Phonathon is just a week away and while our volunteer callers will not be looking for your vote, they will be inviting you to join thousands of supporters who remember CJ each year through a gift to the Annual Fund.

Your contributions through Phonathon go directly to assisting all students and providing Chaminade Julienne with resources to maintain its excellent educational programs.

A call from a Phonathon volunteer is also an opportunity to hear from enthusiastic volunteers who want to share their love of CJ and their gratitude for your gift.

During the 12 Days of Phonathon, starting on October 16, we pledge to do the following:

Make our 15,000 calls with courtesy and brevity;
Get you back to your favorite TV show within 5 minutes;
Share why we love CJ if you want to hear more;
Handle your gift securely;
And thank you for making an investment in Catholic education and positively changing lives.

Through the investment of our dedicated faculty, staff, alumni, parents and community friends, our collective giving allows CJ to be a leader in Catholic education and enables us to embrace our mission to work for justice, value all people and serve as models of faith in action at all times.

During this election year, we realize your phone may ring more than usual. When you get a call during the 12 Days of Phonathon, please know a caring voice will be on the other end and that your support truly makes a difference.

Elaine Bonner, Annual Giving Coordinator | email

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SOCIAL MEDIA SPOTLIGHT

Two senior capstone project groups held an awareness event on National Anti-Bullying Day More >

New CJ Spirit Store Trailer makes its debut at Roger Glass Stadium - Home of the CJ Eagles

More >

Performing Arts groups prepare for the Grand Drape Opening for our renovated auditorium at the Fall Concert. More >

COMMUNITY UPDATE

NEW this week:

* PoPS Cultivates Arts Support More >

* Fall Phonathon Supports Annual Fund More >

CU Archive -- Read past stories >

YOU ARE INVITED

CJ will reveal its newly renovated auditorium for the CJ Fall Concert: A Chorus of Gratitude, Thursday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m.
All are welcome! More >

NEWS

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

As a school community, we believe it essential to regularly consider how we might strengthen the Catholic educational experience for our students. When we do this, we seek input from our parents and students that helps us celebrate areas of strength and identify things that may need to be improved. For example, last year, we asked parents and students to complete surveys as part of our accreditation process through the Ohio Catholic School Accreditation Association. The insights we gained from that survey have assisted our faculty and staff to identify goals and strategies in the areas of faith development and academic achievement.

This year, our Board of Trustees, made up of 19 community volunteers who guide our policies and keep our focus on long-term viability, has embarked on a process to consider how the next set of goals and strategies might be prioritized and resourced over the next three to five years. The Trustees have retained Independent School Management (ISM), the largest independent school advisory firm in the country, to assist in the process. Their help includes administering a survey that includes parents, students, faculty and staff.

In next week's issue of Parent Weekly, we will share an online link to the parent survey. Because your responses go directly to a secure server at ISM, individual responses will remain confidential. CJ leadership and Trustees will be provided with summary data only, along with any recommendations ISM may have based on the findings.

When you receive the link next week, I hope you will take the time to provide candid and confidential feedback. God bless you.

Sincerely,

Dan Meixner '84

President

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OFFICE OF STUDENT SERVICES

PSAT Testing

PSAT Testing is scheduled for Wed., October 19 starting at 8 a.m. Dismissal will be at noon. There is no ELC session after school - so all students should be picked up by 12:30 p.m . As a reminder, seniors do not have school on this day.

Picture Retakes

Picture retakes will take place on October 26 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. in the cafeteria (late-start morning). The cost is $5 if the retake is because a student or parent didn't like picture. If there was an issue with the print, or a student was absent, there is no charge.

Yearbook Sales

Order your yearbook early and receive great deals. If you order before October 7 , the book costs just $55 and includes a special deal on personalization icons. Price increases later in the year. Order at Jostens online or print the order form here and return it with a check to yearbook moderator, Dan Eiser. All checks should be made payable to Chaminade Julienne.

Dan Eiser, English teacher | email

Alumni Class of 2016

Alumni class of 2016 graduation videos are available to pick up in the Alumni office located in Marianist Hall.

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PARTNERS IN MISSION

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, Oct. 19

Fall parent-teacher conferences are Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 1:30 - 4 p.m. and 5 - 8 p.m. Parents may sign up for conference times and pick up their child's first quarter report cards on October 13 from 3 - 6 p.m. in Room 126.

Graduation Requirements for the

Classes of 2018 and Beyond

There have been many changes in recent years regarding high school graduation requirements in Ohio. The biggest changes are those regarding graduation tests. These changes began with the class of 2018 and will continue for future classes. CJ has been diligently learning about and preparing the students for these changes. On Wednesday, Oct. 19, our principal and assistant principal, John Marshall and Steve Fuchs, will explain the graduation requirements to parents in a presentation during the break time in parent-teacher conferences (4-5 p.m.). You are invited to attend this presentation to learn more about the requirements. There will be a repeat of this presentation from 7-8 p.m. for those unable to attend the earlier one. Both presentations will take place in the gym.

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BUSINESS OFFICE

Special Scholarships Application (2017-2018)

Due by December 1

On October 4, students in grades 9-11 were emailed the link for the Chaminade Julienne Special Scholarships Application for the 2017-2018 school year. All scholarships require one recommendation letter and most scholarships require the completion of a FACTS tuition assistance application, available here. The Shillito Scholarship requires a response to an essay question. Please encourage your student to complete the application and submit it no later than Thursday, Dec. 1 to be eligible for these scholarships. Contact Cindy Budde via email with questions.

2017-2018 Tuition Assistance Applications

FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment is once again conducting the financial need analysis for Chaminade Julienne for the 2017-2018 school year. Online applications and supporting documentation must be submitted by Thursday, Dec. 1 to be considered for tuition assistance. All families are encouraged to apply. The application process can be completed in English or Spanish and there is a $28 application fee that must be paid online.

If you already have a FACTS account, your tuition assistance application will use the same username and password. To sign up for a FACTS account or to sign in and start applying for tuition assistance for next school year, click here . Be sure you select the 2017-2018 school year. For detailed information and step-by-step instructions on completing the application, please visit "Most Requested Links" on the homepage of our website. For additional information, contact FACTS at 866-441-4637.

Julie Goetz, Director of Finance & Accounting | email

Cindy Budde, Assistant to the President | email

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MINISTRY & SERVICE

From the Chaplain's Office

Next Wednesday, Oct. 12, we will celebrate an All School Liturgy. It is the Feast of Our Lady of the Pillar. This title of Mary goes back to an ancient tradition from Zaragoza, Spain, where a basilica and shrine dedicated to Mary were erected. It was in this same city and its basilica that Blessed Chaminade was inspired to begin the Marianist Family. He is quoted as saying, "As I once saw you in Zaragoza, so I see you today." Many people think that he - not unlike St. Julie - received some sort of "vision" where he "saw" his future religious family. CJ is blessed to be a part of this legacy that continues along with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. All are welcome to join our school community for this Eucharistic celebration.

Marianist News

This weekend, Marianist Brother Sean Downing will be ordained a priest for the Society of Mary. Bro. Sean was a religion teacher at CJ several years ago. He completed his seminary studies in Rome, and is currently ministering in San Antonio, Texas. Please join us in praying for Bro. Sean as he takes on this new role of following Jesus Christ who came to serve and not be served (cf. Mt 20:28).

Fr. Bob Jones SM, chaplain | email

Dates to Know

Oct. 17, 18, 20: Sophomore Retreat days

Oct. 21-22: Join Hands Miami Valley weekend

Oct. 26-27: Junior Retreat

Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service | email

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GUIDANCE OFFICE

Financial Aid - FAFSA Workshop

Last Chance to Register

Registration deadline for the Oct. 12th WSU Financial Aid and FAFSA Workshop held at CJ for current junior and senior parents and students is October 7 at 3 p.m. If you plan to attend, please send your name to Emily Saunders via email.

Parents of Seniors should bring the following items if they plan to complete the FAFSA during the workshop:

Laptop or Chromebook
2015 IRS Tax Information
Parent & Student Social Security Numbers
FSAID
Any other income information needed to complete the FAFSA (savings, investments, business assets, child support records) if necessary

For more information, visit link.

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ATHLETICS

Women's Basketball

Any girl in grades 9-12 interested in trying out for basketball needs to have a current physical on file no later than Oct. 28, which is the first day of tryouts. Please be sure to check with the athletic office if you are not sure what paperwork needs to be filled out. A schedule will be out soon for tryouts and for the month of November. Contact Coach Myers via email with questions.

Winter Physicals

Student planning to play a winter sport and not currently playing a fall sport, need a physical completed before they can practice. Please download and complete this form.

Women's Golf Advances to State

With their third-place District finish, the women's golf team is state bound for the eighth consecutive year. Junior Aryana Sutton led the Eagles with 88.

Wrestling

Coach Larry Dryden is looking for two motivated students to serve as team managers for the CJ wrestling team. If you have an independent, motivated student who needs something to do this winter, contact coach Dryden via email for more information. They can even earn a varsity letter.

Blue Green Meeting

Meeting Monday, Oct. 10

Please join us for the next Blue Green meeting on Monday, October 10 at 6 p.m. in the library. For information, contact Marcia Northern via email.

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STEMM

Upcoming STEMM Idols

Brandon Pytel, University of Cincinnati College of Engineering & Applied Science p rogram coordinator, will speak on Oct. 18. Samantha Hedges, Hub industrial engineer with FedEx Ground in Independence, Kentucky, will be the speaker on Oct. 25.

WPAFB Job Shadowing for Juniors and Seniors

Job shadowing is available on Friday, Oct. 21 - a day off school for CJ students. It's easy to attend. Register NOW for best selection of careers. Details available here.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM | email

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PERFORMING ARTS

Grand Drape Opening

October 13, 7 p.m. | Reception Following

You are invited to the Fall Concert, the first event in the recently renovated CJ Auditorium. The free concert - which will include performances by the Concert Band, Concert Choir, Eagle Pride, Hands in Harmony, Liturgical Choir, Pop A Capella Groups and the String Ensemble - begins at 7 p.m. and will be followed by a dessert reception in the cafeteria. Be a part of the Grand Drape Opening. RSVP by Oct. 10 to Mrs. Szabo via email or phone at 461-3740 x232.

PoPS

Meeting Wednesday, Oct. 19

The next PoPS meeting will be October 19 at 7 p.m. in the St. Joseph Conference Room. We will be discussing ways we can help the Admissions Office reach out to future, potential students. Please bring ideas about contacts you have in the community that might be helpful. Please contact Mark Phillips with any questions at 937-790-1345.

Mark Phillips, PoPS president | email

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COMMUNITY BULLETIN

2016-17 Eagle Youth Girls Basketball

Try-outs Sunday, Oct. 9

Girls in grades 3-8 grade who are interested in playing basketball for the Youth Eagles Basketball team should attend tryouts on Oct. 9 from 2-3:30 p.m. in Mary, Our Lady of Victory gym at CJ. Please enter the courtyard door and follow the signs to the gym. If you cannot attend or have questions please contact Bob Menker at email.

The Junior Lady Eagles Youth Basketball teams are also looking for coaches. Anyone interested in coaching a team should also contact Bob Menker at email.

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St. Anthony Oktoberfest

Saturday, October 8

Join friends, neighbors, and St. Anthony alumni for great food, games, raffles and silent auction on Oct. 8 from 5:30-11 p.m. in the school gym. Guests must be 21 or older. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door and may be purchased online at link. For information, call 253-9132 during business hours or visit link.

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4th Annual Brunner Literacy Center 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, Oct. 29

Join us at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29 to walk, jog or run our certified 5K course at Englewood MetroPark. Adult registration is $25; kids under 8 are free. Register online at link. For further information, please visit link or contact the Brunner Literacy Center at 567-9600 .

Founders' Thoughts

"Do your best and after that, go on simply. God gives the growth when it

pleases Him . "

"Oh, my dear son, what happiness for us if for the rest of our lives we can walk along the beautiful paths of faith, act only by faith, and live only from faith. "

CJ Online Spirit Store