On Nov. 1, we held our All Saints' Day mass celebrating the tradition of Dia De Los Muertos. Visit our Facebook page for more photos from the event.
Raising Resilient Girls Event Tomorrow!
Join us tomorrow, for an evening with Girls Leadership co-founder Simone Marean.
Location: Carondelet Garaventa Center
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ms. Marean will explain the challenges girls face today, the reasons why we see girls struggling, and what we can do to help them. Simone will discuss how to help girls practice assertive self-expression, emotional intelligence and healthy relationships, preparing them for a life of personal and social leadership.
Her engaging presentation covers the development of girl dynamics from preschool through high school. This program will help you create a more emotionally intelligent, resilient and confident girl who knows how she feels, says what she needs and responds courageously to her mistakes. Please RSVP here.
Disney's High School Musical Opening Thursday!
Company's next production is almost here! We hope that you will support all of our Carondelet and De La Salle performers in Disney's High School Musical.
Based on the acclaimed Disney Channel Original Movie, which is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year, this show is a modern coming-of-age story about discovering your true passion. Filled with energetic pop tunes and an inspiring message about the importance of being yourself, this production is an absolute must see.
Please mark your calendar for our performances on Nov. 10, 11, 12, 17 and 19 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 13 at 2 p.m. "Go, Wildcats!"
Athletics Complex Heads to Walnut Creek City Council Nov. 15!
Please note: The meeting will be held at 6 p.m., not 7 p.m. as was listed in the previous newsletter.
Carondelet is scheduled to go before the Walnut Creek City Council on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. to present plans for the construction of our state-of-the-art athletics complex.
Please join us in sending a strong message to the city that this project is a win for the greater community and, especially, for our young women who deserve equity and a safe, welcoming "home field" to practice, play, and build the lasting bonds of sisterhood.
2. Share the petition with your friends by email or through social media.
3. Attend the Nov. 15 Walnut Creek City Council meeting in your Cougars gear to show your support. Click here to RSVP.
On behalf of current and future Carondelet students, thank you! If you have any questions, please contact Director of Communications, Jennifer Ortega at 925.686.5353 x 190.
Carondelet Leaders Attend the CSSJ National Conference
The congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph held its third annual CSSJ conference last week in Boston, MA.
Representatives from 19 CSJ schools from around the country gathered to share their ideas concerning mission integration, educational programming and more. Principal Kevin Cushing, Director of Campus Ministry Lacy Matthews, Mission Integration representatives Sr. Joann Heinritz, CSJ and Dr. Marcy Fox attended as representative of Carondelet.
"The value of gathering as CSJ schools is hugely important for all of us. We are able to share ideas and perspectives under the common umbrella of the CSJ mission, which is so dynamic and visionary," Mr. Cushing said.
We Want to Hear from You!
Every six years, Carondelet goes through an accreditation process that documents our progress and includes a three-day school visit from external educators who want to make sure that we are working in alignment with our mission and in a way that best supports student learning.
Part of the process involves gathering community input through surveys of parents, students and staff.
Please take 10 minutes to share your impressions of Carondelet and how you feel we live out our mission.
Extended Absence Form and Procedure
If your daughter will be absent for an extended period of time for personal or family reasons, please have her visit Ms. Meemari in the Attendance Office. Ms. Meemari will give her an extended absence form that your daughter should give to all of her teachers, and once it is complete, your daughter should submit it to the Attendance Office.
Note:This process will no longer take place through her College & Career adviser.
Receive a Book Fee Notice?
We would like to let you know that if any textbook fees were charged to your Smart Tuition account, they will be reflected on your November statement.
Become a Visions of Christmas Sponsor
Visions of Christmas is Carondelet's largest fundraising event of the year! We entertain approximately 2,500 guests during seven festive events over the course of six days, and you help make it successful! This year's events run from Nov. 29 through Dec. 4.
Sponsorship Opportunities: Supporting this cherished event is an opportunity to partner with Carondelet in our pursuit of educational excellence. Your help in underwriting the cost of these events is essential and we'd love to say Thank You by including your name in the event program. Visit the link above to find out more about becoming a sponsor.
Gift Donations: Donate items for our silent auction gift baskets. We've made it easy for you to shop by creating gift registries for lovely home goods from Crate & Barrel, Macy's and Target. Your donations make a difference.
Please visit the Visions webpage for all of the details about becoming a sponsor, donor, volunteer or guest of the event. Thank you for your support!
Free Screening of "The Mask You Live In"
Join us for a free screening and moderated discussion for The Mask You Live In.
Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m. for the screening and 8:00 p.m. for the discussion
Location: DLS Hofmann Center
The Mask You Live In (2015) follows boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America's narrow definition of masculinity. Pressured by the media, their peer group, and even the adults in their lives, our protagonists confront messages encouraging them to disconnect from their emotions, devalue authentic friendships, objectify and degrade women, and resolve conflicts through violence.
The Soroptimist Violet Richardson Award applications are available in the Community Service Office. This award recognizes young women ages 14-18 who volunteer their time to make their community and world a better place. The application deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 15.
Sports and Special Order Apparel Online Store - Two Weeks Only (Nov. 7 - Nov. 21)
The online apparel store is now open for special orders - click here to shop.
Winter Sports: Basketball & Soccer
Spring Sports: Diving, Lacrosse, Softball, Swimming, Track & Field
Other Categories: Mom, Dad, Cougars
Parkas, sport bags, sweatshirts, and more will make great Christmas gifts for the entire family. Place your order by Monday, Nov. 21 and your items will be available for pick-up in the school store before school breaks for the holidays. We are hoping to have them available the week of Dec. 5. Please let us know if it is a gift and needs to be kept confidential.
The Carondelet golf team placed third in the CIF NorCal Championship. Next up: the State Championship in Rancho Cucamonga!
Post Season Continues for Golf and Water Polo
Post season play will continue to a pair of Carondelet fall sports teams. The golf team competes in the CIF NorCal Championships on Monday, Nov. 7 and the water polo team will play in the NCS Semifinals on Wednesday.
After posting a second place finish at last week's 2016 NCS/Les Schwab Tires Division I Girls' Golf Championships, the golf team gets the Cougars' athletic week started at the 2016 NCGA/CIF Northern California Girls' Golf Championships on Monday, at The Club at Crazy Horse Ranch in Salinas. The top three teams from the NorCal Championships will advance to next week's CIF State Championships at Red Hill Country Club in Rancho Cucamonga.
The Carondelet water polo team will look to continue their best season in recent memory, when they play at Sir Francis Drake HS on Wednesday, Nov. 9 night, in the semifinals of the 2016 NCS/Les Schwab Tires Division II Girls' Water Polo Championships. The Cougars already have two NCS wins this season.
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NCS Championship Information
The Carondelet water polo team has two wins in the 2016 NCS/Les Schwab Tires Division II Girls' Water Polo Championships, collecting wins over Bishop O'Dowd (22-3) and Alameda (8-3). The Cougars will continue to play this week when they travel to Sir Francis Drake HS, in San Anselmo, for a Wednesday night game. First sprint is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9.
Ticket prices will be $10 general admission for adults, and $5 general admission for all student and seniors, ages 65 and older.
Athlete of The Week
CROSS COUNTRY - Varsity
Mackenzie Biles '18
Mackenzie helped the varsity cross country team post a fourth place finish at last week's East Bay Athletic League Cross Country Championships. Mackenzie ran the 3-mile race in a time of 20:16.93 to finish 35th overall. The last time Mackenzie ran the 3-mile course at Shadow Cliffs, she posted a time of 20:46.30 at the Scott Baus Invitational, on Oct. 1. In just over a month, Mackenzie improved her time by 30 seconds.
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