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THE IRISH TIMES
Week of May 1, 2017
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Hall of Fame Scholarship Applications Due
AP Chemistry Exam 8 a.m.
AP Psychology Exam 12 p.m.
Tuesday, May 2
CLASS OF 2017 COMMITMENT DAY!
Seniors: wear your college shirt or CCHS shirt.
AP Spanish Exam 8 a.m.
AP Physics Exam 12 p.m.
Wednesday, May 3
AP English Lit Exam 8 a.m.
National Honor Society Rehearsal-Homeroom-1st
Thursday, May 4
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 6:30 p.m. Auditorium
Friday, May 5
AP History 8 a.m.
AP Studio Art Portfolios Due
Saturday, May 6
Amy's Omelette House Dine & Donate
7:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Spring Fling Dance 7:30-10 p.m. Dining Hall
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YOUR IMMEDIATE HELP IS NEEDED!
Your Voice Matters to the Future of Catholic School Students
Did you know?
- Governor Christie has proposed flat or reduced funding for non-public school students in the 2017-18 school year. The final budget will be approved in late June.
- In his plan, the per-student allotment for bus transportation will remain $884 - an amount that has not changed in 10 years.
- Funding for school nurses and technology will be reduced, and funding for non-public school security will be eliminated altogether.
What can you do?
- Be informed. For more information, read the Action Alert and talking points from the New Jersey Catholic Conference.
- Be heard. Through Voter Voice, ask your representatives to reach out to their counterparts who serve on the Budget and Appropriations committees.
With language from
Voter Voice, you can also reach out directly to the three individuals who will make budget recommendations. Urge them to fight for our school
students:
Senator Nilsa Cruz-Perez
(Camden County and Gloucester County residents)
Senator Jeff Van Drew
(Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland County residents)
Assemblyman John J. Burzichelli
(Salem and Gloucester County residents)
Now is the time when committee representatives are preparing to make recommendations for the final budget vote in June.
Now is the time to fight for fair distribution of funds for expenses that affect children at all schools. Public school students never have to leave a school because they can't get a bus ride. This is the most important issue on the table, even for families who don't need busing services. Our schools cannot thrive if students are unable to get there.
Remember, every Catholic school student saves taxpayers an average $19,000.
Our children deserve basic services no matter where they go to school. On behalf of your children, and all Catholic school children, thank you for making sure your voice is heard.
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FROM THE OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
Senior College Shirt Day:
The seniors are encouraged to participate in the College Shirt Day on Tuesday, May 2; this will be a half dress down day for seniors only. Seniors should wear a t-shirt or sweatshirt from the college they will attend in the fall. Seniors who do not wish to participate must wear their full school uniform.
Early Reminder Senior Make-Up Time:
Any senior who has time to make up will be notified on Friday, May 19. They will be given a specific date and time to report to school. Seniors wishing to make up the time at a timeframe other than the one listed on their notification sheet, must meet with Mr. Wallace individually to request an alternate day or timeframe.
Dress Code Issues:
As a reminder,
the Student Handbook requires the following
Boys:
Boys hair must be neat and clean. No distracting styles (mohawks, tails, braids, etc.) or colors. Hair must be one natural-looking color. Boys' hair must be no longer than their shirt collar in the back and no longer than the ear lobes on the sides; buns, ponytails, pigtails, and other hair accessories for boys are prohibited. Curly hair must be short and neat. Students must be well-groomed. Boys must be completely clean shaven; no mustaches, beards or sideburns below the earlobes."
Girls: Hair must be one natural-looking color including extensions, highlights and braids. Any other artificial addition is prohibited. Hair must be neat and clean; no distracting styles or colors. The uniform plaid kilt, hemmed within four inchesabove the knee is worn all year.
Failure to abide by these requirements may result in the issuance of demerits.
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HALL OF FAME SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
The Hall of Fame Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 award for students who demonstrate the exceptional qualities of the Camden Catholic Hall of Fame inductees such as leadership, determination, and a Camden Catholic spirit.
All current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students in good academic standing are eligible to apply.
Applicants must write a 400-500 word essay on "good beginnings" - What good beginning or foundation have you learned at Camden Catholic that will follow you your whole life? How will it help you after you leave these halls? Essays must be typed, double-spaced and include your name and class year at the top. The applications will be reviewed by an alumni committee.
Students should email their application information in one attachment file to Mrs. Scheuer by Monday, May 1st at 8:00 a.m.
Your application file should include:
1. Your essay 2. A list of your activities for each year at CCHS 3. Your January semester grades (please copy and paste a screen shot from RenWeb, do not attach separately) 4. Your document's file name should include your first and last name for easy identification
Email to:
lindsay.scheuer@camdencatholic.org; you will receive a reply email to confirm receipt of your application. If you do not receive a reply it is your responsibility to contact Mrs. Scheuer and try submitting again if it was not received.
Scholarship winners will be announced on May 12th.
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SPRING FLING ALL-SCHOOL DANCE
Saturday, May 6, 2017 |
7:30 - 10:00
$10 per ticket,
no outside guests
Ticket order forms are due by
Wednesday, May 3rd to Mrs. Merenyi.
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INVITATION FROM CONGRESSMAN NORCROSS
SERVICE ACADEMY INFORMATION DAY
SAT, MAY 6
This is an exciting opportunity for young South Jersey constituents considering one of the United States service academies.
On Saturday, May 6, 2017, the Congressman will host a service academy information day at Rowan College at Gloucester County for students & their parents/guardians.
RSVP:
Karl.Parker@mail.House.gov
or by calling the Congressman's office at
856-427-7000
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SENIOR ELISA BARILE PERFORMS AT CARNEGIE HALL & IS AWARDED GOLD
Congratulations to Elisa who was awarded the gold from the National League of Performing Arts for piano in her age division for her performance in this national music competition. The performers included 139 musicians from 13 different states, ages ranging up to 25 years of age.
She performed Dance of Vagharshapt by A. Babajanyan in Weill Rectial Hall At Carnegie Hall.
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Class of 2017 Project Graduation
Spring Clothing and Toy Drive
AND Amy's Omelette House Dine & Donate
Saturday, May 6, 2017 (7:30am -1:00pm)
Mention "CCHS" when ordering at Amy's and 10% of your bill will be donated back to CCHS!
WHAT WE COLLECT:
CLOTHING AND SHOES:
Usable and Wearable Clothing and Shoes/Boots,
Clothing for All Seasons
MEN'S, Ladies, Children, Babies
ACCESSORIES:
POCKETBOOKS, BELTS, BABY ACCESSORIEs,
BACKPACKS, HATS, SCARVES,
BRIEFCASES, GLOVES, TIES
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS:
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS MADE OF FABRIC IN GOOD CONDITION
BLANKETS, K
ITCHEN AND BATH TOWELS,
BED SHEETS,
TABLE CLOTHS,
BED PILLOWS,
DRAPERY/CURTAINS,
THROW PILLOWS, QUILTS, COMFORTERS, BATH RUGS
TOYS:
SOFT TOYS, SMALL HARD TOYS,
ACTION FIGURES, CARS/TRUCKS/AIRPLANES
DOLLS/RAG DOLLS,
BEANIE BABIES,
STUFFED ANIMALS, DOLL HOUSES, PUZZLES, BIKES (ANY SIZE)
BOOKS, VIDEOS, AND, CDs ARE NOT ACCEPTED!
Just drive up and drop your items off at the side parking lot of CCHS on the day of the event.
If you can't make it on the 6th, CCHS will also permit items to be brought into the school on Friday, May 5th. If that is not good for you, please contact Project Graduation, and we will arrange to get your donations.
Please put donations in well-tied plastic bags.
For more Info. Contact: Nancy Carusone at
nncycrsn@aol.com
or (856) 534-4574
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CC TRACK COMPETES AT PENN RELAYS
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Matt Coffey '19, Vinny Maine '17, Ray Derman '19, Majere Evans '19
Kimberly Powers '19, Holly Bednarek '18, Mycala Carney '20, Khadijah Nurudeen '17, Sierra DiCupe '20 |
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LAUREN O'CALLAGHAN '17 RECEIVES CHERRY HILL ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP
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| Lauren (center) will attend The University of Scranton next year. |
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PERFORMING ARTS PARENTS MEETING: MAY 8 AT 7:30 PM BAND ROOM
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THE HOMEROOM CHALLENGE WINNER ANNOUNCED
Congratulations to senior Dan Rothamel on winning The Homeroom Challenge - a single elimination bracket style trivia contest. The trivia contest was played daily over CCTV (Camden Catholic's student-run TV station) over the past month. For his efforts, Dan took home the coveted trophy and a collection of academically themed prizes. Congratulations are also in order for the other members of the final four: Colin Hughes (freshman), Liam Mertz (sophomore), and Dominic Andriella (junior). Mr. Bruckner would like to thank the CCTV crew for their efforts in producing the program as well as Mrs. Stacy Szurek and the Quiz Master Mr. Ed Junikka for all their help.
Photo credit: Angela Ebbert
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YEARBOOK ORDERS DUE FRI, MAY 5
*Seniors do not need to order (it was included in your senior fee)
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DON'T MISS OUT! Purchase tickets in advance for $25 (Tickets are $35 at the door)
Gorgeous Bags & Amazing Prizes!
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DONATIONS NEEDED! For Bag Bingo/Basket Blowout: gift cards, wine, new items...
Please send in donations as soon as possible to Mrs. Merenyi in room 109. THANK YOU!
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ANNUAL SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL SHOWCASES STUDENT TALENT
On Tuesday, April 25th, CCHS held its annual Shakespeare Festival. Students performed scenes and soliloquies from The Tempest, Hamlet, and As You Like It.
This year a special modified thrust staging was used for the performances. Our troupe would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Mr. Hallahan who worked on creating the set for us. We would also like to thank Mr. Ed Corbett, CCHS alumnus and professional actor, w
ho shares his many talents with our young actors.
Senior Aidan McDonald, who performed the iconic "To be or not to be..." soliloquy from Hamlet was awarded a scholarship from DeSales University when our students competed there in March. Additionally, he is invited to compete at the National Thespian Competition, being held at the University of Nebraska, for his monologue from the play ironically titled, I Hate Hamlet!
To see more performances from the CCHS Shakespeare Troupe and Actor's Guild, join us at CCHS during Spring Arts Weekend, May 20-21, when we will be presenting scenes and monologues from classical and contemporary theatre.
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ATTN: JUNIORS
SENIOR APPLICATION BOOTCAMP
The Camden Catholic High School Guidance Office is pleased to introduce our Senior Application Bootcamp July 31st - August 3rd. This camp works with rising seniors as they begin the college admissions process. Students will understand the full scope of college admissions, complete the Common Application, discover how to stand out in a college essay, plan and prioritize the senior year as well as get professional feedback on the college essay.
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FROM THE OFFICE OF GUIDANCE:
A representative from Camden County College's EOF Program will be in the Guidance Office on
Wednesday, May 3
during Activities Period. Seniors attending CCC should attend this meeting.
ROWAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE-BOUND MONEY BOOT CAMP: click for details
SUMMER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
University of Pittsburgh "The Bridge: College Prep & Leadership Academy"
LIU POST Summer Honors Institute
Duke University Summer Session
SAT/ACT Free Practice Tools for Students
Click here for the Khan Academy Prep Tools:
https://www.khanacademy.org/sat
Visit our free online practice resource hub for the SAT and ACT! Each quiz or test taken by your students is an opportunity to give back. When students practice with us, we will donate scholarships to The Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Help us reach our goal of donating 100 scholarships!
http://ktp.events/southjersey
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11th grade parents are reminded that all Juniors need a physical exam. If your child had a physical that's under one year old, please have a physical form completed by your doctor based on that physical. If your child hasn't had a recent physical, please schedule an appointment. If a student returned a current sports physical, he/she does not need an additional 11th grade physical. Physical forms are available in the nurse's office and on the school website under "Athletics." The same form is used whether or not your child plays a sport. Please return completed forms as soon as possible and call the nurse with any questions.
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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission
Ages 16+
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NEW SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer Registration Form
Sponsored by the Camden County Board of Freeholders
June 26th through June 30th, 2017,
Camden County College in Blackwood, NJ
We are pleased to offer this bike program to people with disabilities and look forward to having you play an important part in helping our special riders learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle independently
***NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE WITH PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES NECESSARY***
AGE REQUIREMENT: Volunteers must be at least 16 years old
KROC CENTER SWIM TEACHERS
PERKINS CENTER FOR THE ARTS:
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING PROGRAM
The CIT Program offers an opportunity for students to earn volunteer service hours while gaining leadership skills and learning to work with teaching faculty and young campers. Please take the time to review the time frame and description of volunteer expectations.
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PARENTS ASSOCIATION FACEBOOK GROUP
This page will help our parents be informed about upcoming events and also have a place for you to communicate and share information with other parents. It
is a private page so you will need to request to join our group: CCHS Parents Association
Once accepted, feel free to post information about school events, activities, and fundraisers. Ask questions, get advice, make new friends, and connect with old ones. Just remember, all content must be appropriate, accurate and within the parameters of the Parents Association mission.
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SERVICE HOURS ANNOUNCEMENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
*updated weekly, see below for the latest opportunities
The following is a list of places recommended by the NHS students that are looking for volunteers for service hours.
Contact: Dawn Garlic
Email: dawn.garlic@use.salvationarmy.org
Phone: (856) - 379 - 4861
Kroc Kids
Minimum age of 15 to volunteer. 2 hour and 15 minute shifts starting at 3:00, 5:15 or the full shift from 3:00 - 7:30 requires a minimum commitment of 3 months/ 30 hours of service.
Library - Minimum age of 16 to volunteer. Monday through Friday from 10:00 - 2:00 or 6:00 to 8:00
Computer Lab - Minimum Age of 16 to volunteer. Monday through Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00
*Must complete Application to volunteer
St. Rose Teen Choir
Email: svoice@aol.com
Hours: Practice every Sunday from 9:30 - 10:30 at 12 2nd Ave Haddonfield NJ. Then the group sings at Mass the 2nd Sunday of the month. (about 27 hours available per semester)
Cherry Hill Food Pantry
Phone: (856) - 428 - 0300
Email: Jgiordano305@verizon.net
Website: www.cherryhillfoodpantry.com
Hours: Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:30 and Thursdays 11:00 - 1:00pm
Virtua Voorhees
Phone: (856) 914 - 7073
Must be 14 to volunteer. Volunteers will assist in being hospital greeters, patient transport, thrift shop clerks, evening snack carts, surgical waiting room volunteers and general office clerical assistants.
*Apply Online
Kids Alley
Phone: (856) 546-1098
Must be 14 to volunteer. Spend time with inner city kids at 3:30 after school, helping them with their homework, reading with them and even playing video games.
*Apply Online
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| Max Hensinger_ Liam Santry and Jack Dragani helping out at the art auction fundraiser for Lilo's Promise Animal Rescue. |
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULES
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Many CCHS students participated in the Diocese of Camden's annual iRace for Vocations yesterday. CCHS Fighting Irish Football Team showed their support and CCHS Track athletes Max Baier '19 placed 4th overall (3rd in age group), Collin Miller '20 and Matthew Denton '20 placed top 10 overall! |
Monday, May 1
Softball vs. Cherry Hill West: JV & Varsity 3:45
Girls Lacrosse vs. Rancocas Valley: Varsity 3:45, JV 5:30, Freshman away @ 4
Baseball @ Seneca: JV & Varsity 4
Freshman Baseball vs. Paul VI 3:45
Golf @ Burlington Twp. 3:45
Tuesday, May 2
Golf vs. Cherry Hill East @ Woodcrest 3:45
Freshman Baseball vs. Seneca 4
Girls Varsity Lacrosse @ Gloucester Catholic 4
Boys Lacrosse @ Bishop Eustace: JV 4, Varsity 6
Wednesday, May 3
Baseball vs. Eastern: Freshman and JV away 3:45, Varsity home 3:45
Softball @ Cherry Hill East: JV & Varsity 3:45
Golf @ Seneca (Little Mill C.C.) 4
Girls Freshman Lacrosse @ Northern Burlington 4
Thursday, May 4
Golf Carl Arena Tournament
Baseball @ Washington Twp: JV & Varsity 3:45
Girls Lacrosse vs. Winslow: Varsity 4, JV 5:15
Boys vs. Williamstown: JV 4, Varsity 5:30
Friday, May 5
Girls Lacrosse @ Washington Twp.: Freshman & Varsity 3:45, JV 4
Softball @ Seneca: JV & Varsity 4
Boys Lacrosse @ Washington Twp: JV 5:15, Varsity 5:30
Saturday, May 6
Boys Track @ RV Relays
Girls Track @ Rowan University
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