November 23, 2016

 
"I will give thanks to the Lord with all my heart; I will tell of all Your wonders" (Psalm 9:1).

At this time of Thanksgiving, the Chaminade Julienne community has many things for which to be thankful so far this school year.  These are just a few:
  • Classrooms full of outstanding students eager to learn;
  • Outstanding teachers, staff, and coaches committed to our mission of serving your sons and daughters;
  • Wonderful support and encouragement from our alumni, parents, Dayton community, and our sponsors, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and the Marianists;
  • Our highest enrollment in eight years;
  • The opening of the newly renovated CJ auditorium (already the scene of a spectacular opening concert and well-attended fall play) and dedication of Roger Glass Stadium - Home of the Chaminade Julienne Eagles; and,
  • The successful conclusion of LIFT - Leading in Faith Today, the most ambitious campaign in school history.
We are grateful for our students and their families who help to make CJ a place of warmth and welcome for all.  From our families to yours, may you have a very blessed Thanksgiving holiday!

Dan Meixner '84, President   |  email   
John Marshall '86, Principal  |  email
 
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EAGLE EXCELLENCE                 
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NEWS                                                    

PARENTS

2017-2018 Tuition Assistance Applications
Due by December 1 - Deadline in one week
FACTS Grant & Aid tuition assistance applications for the 2017-2018 school year are due on Thursday, Dec. 1. All families are encouraged to apply to be considered for tuition assistance. After Dec. 1, tuition assistance may not be available.  Applications may only be completed online but can be filled out in English or Spanish. There is a $28 application fee that also must be paid online. For detailed information and step-by-step instructions on completing the application, click  here . If you have any additional questions, 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
The 13th century German mystic, Meister Eckhart, once wrote, "If the only prayer you ever say is 'Thank you,' it will be enough." As we take a break and celebrate Thanksgiving Day with turkey and all the fixings, let's also take some time to say "Thank You" to our Good God who has given us so much. I encourage you to spend a few moments -  maybe as a family around the dinner table - listing all those things for which you are thankful. I think you'll be amazed by all the good things God has done for you. 

Happy New Year! This may sound like a strange greeting in November, but this Sunday marks the beginning of the Season of Advent and a new liturgical year in the Church.  Advent is a time of preparation, not only for the celebration of Christmas, but also to welcome Christ into our hearts.  How will you prepare?  Here are some suggestions: 
  • join us for mass at 7:20 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday in the CJ Chapel;
  • receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation; 
  • spend a few moments in silence each morning or evening; and,
  • read one chapter from the Gospel of Matthew each day (28 days of Advent = 28 chapters of Matthew!)  
Whatever you do, be assured that you will be in our prayers as we journey through this holy season together as a community of faith.

Fr. Bob Jones SM, Chaplain  |   email


Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week Update
Thank You!
Thank you to all of our students and families who contributed to our donation drive this past week.  We collected over $2,700 which will go to Catholic Relief Services to aid all those in Haiti affected by last month's hurricane. And close to 3,000 items were collected, which will be donated locally to the Food Bank, Inc. and St. Vincent de Paul. Because we surpassed our goal, we will have a day off school later in the year (date to be determined).   In raising awareness with our students about hunger and homelessness in our world, our hope is that as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, our students will also be reminded to give thanks for their many blessings. So let us all...  "Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus."  I Thessalonians  5:16  - 18

Freshman Retreat
Friday, December 2
All freshmen will take part in their one day retreat on Friday, Dec. 2 which is held on CJ's campus.  A letter will be sent home with the students on  Monday, Nov. 29 which will need to be signed and returned by  Wednesday, Nov. 30. This letter will have specific details about the day.

Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service  |  email
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PERFORMING ARTS

PoPS Meeting
Tuesday, Nov. 29  |  7 p.m.  |  St. Joseph Conf. Room
Thank you to all of you who helped make The Odd Couple such a success.  Our next PoPS meeting will be on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at  7:00 p.m. , in the St. Joseph Conference Room.  Notice this is Tuesday, not our usual  Thursday .  We will discuss ways we can help with the Christmas concert, as well as the musical, which has auditions right around the corner.
 
Mark Phillips, PoPS President  |  email

 
 
CALENDAR REMINDERS        

Winter Exam Schedule
Available Online Here
The winter exam schedule is now available on the CJ website. Please review these items with your students so that all can be prepared to do their best on exams.

Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal  |  email
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Special Scholarships Application (2017-2018)
Due Thur., Dec. 1 - Deadline in one week
Last week, freshmen, sophomores and juniors 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 require the completion of a FACTS tuition assistance application.  The Shillito Scholarship requires a response to an essay question. Please encourage your child to complete the application and submit it no later than Thursday, Dec. 1. Contact Cindy Budde with any  questions.
2017-2018 Youth Exchange Scholarship - One Week Left
Application Due Thursday, Dec. 1
The Rotary Club of Dayton is offering a prestigious scholarship for a youth exchange program for the 2017-2018 academic year. The scholarship covers room, board tuition and a monthly stipend for a school year abroad. Students interested in this scholarship should contact Tony Ricciuto immediately. Applications are due Thursday, Dec. 1.

Tony Ricciuto, Teacher  |  email
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Winter Athletic Participation Fee
Due Monday, Dec. 12 
The athletic participation fee for the 2016-2017 school year is $100. Athletic fees are to be paid in full before the due date for students to continue participation in practices  
or games. For the winter season, fees are due Monday, Dec. 12.  Please contact the business office to make a payment.

Katie Malloy, Student Account Specialist  |   email
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Senior Trip - Last Call for First Payment
March 20-24, 2017
The 2017 Senior Class Trip to Washington D.C. will be March 20-24. The total cost of the trip is $545 (if 80 or more students sign up). Work projects and service options are available to help cover a portion of the cost. Please contact Ms. Ruffolo via  email with any questions.
Dates to be be aware of:
Nov. 30: Non-refundable payment of $210 and signed parental acceptance form due to the business office.
Jan. 11: Second payment of $200 due
Feb. 8: Third payment of $135 due
 
 Angela Ruffolo, Senior Trip Coordinator  |   email


Angela Ruffolo, Teacher  |   email
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Wright Scholar Research Assistant Program
Applications Due Before Monday, Jan. 9
Qualified juniors and seniors are strongly encouraged to apply for this competitive program. The number of CJ students accepted in recent years has grown. It is a tremendous paid summer internship program at WPAFB for juniors and seniors, right in our own backyard! It is a commitment, for an entire summer, but well worth it, to introduce students to many STEMM career fields.
Start early on your application, and request letters of recommendation before Christmas break! Learn more here.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator  |   email
 
COMMUNITY BULLETIN        

Part-Time Bus Driver Needed
Immediate Position
CJ is seeking a part-time certified bus driver to start immediately (pending verification of all certifications and background checks). The successful candidate will be required to complete VIRTUS training through the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Interested applicants should contact Bob Young, facilities manager.
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Encounter Dayton
Saturday, Dec. 3  |  6:30-10 p.m.  |  CJ
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to Encounter Dayton on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 6:30-10 p.m. at CJ. There will be a live band, guest speaker, and Eucharistic Adoration. More details can be found here.
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Brunner Literacy Center 
Receptionist Needed
The Brunner Literacy Center for adult learners is in need of a receptionist beginning on February 17, 2017. A job description may be found  here. Competitive salary and retirement benefits are available but not medical insurance. Interested parties should submit resume and cover letter to Kathy Reed by December 12.

Kathy Reed, Brunner Literacy Center  |   email
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Apparition Hill Movie Screenings - Two Shows Left!
The Neon  |  130 E. 5th Street
The moving Apparition Hill will be playing at The Neon movie theater Thursday, Dec. 8 and Monday Dec. 12. Ticket sales from these screenings will benefit 4Mary's Youth Pilgrimage to Fatima. You can learn more about the movie here.
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Marianist Icon Prayer Service
Saturday, Dec. 10  |  4 p.m.  |  Mount St. John
All are invited to an evening prayer service celebrating the arrival of the Marianist Icon on  Saturday, Dec, 10 at 4 p.m. at the  Queen of Apostles Chapel at Mount St. John. 
Archbishop Dennis Schnurr will be presiding. A social will follow the service.

 
Founders' Thoughts       

St. Julie "Do you know something? It is that the good God is not always pleased when we ourselves are. Do not let us deceive ourselves on that point. "
 
Fr. Chaminade "Be really faithful to the Lord, not as a slave through fear, but as a good son through love."
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