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Calendar of Events
Week of October 1-7
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Monday, October 2
J-Term Registration Deadline
Christmas Frenzy Raffle Deadline
Tuesday, October 3
Guest Day for 8th Graders
Junior & Senior Student Government Elections
Spring Musical Auditions 6 p.m. Auditorium
Wednesday, October 4
Freshman & Sophomore Student Government Elections
Thursday, October 5
Guest Day for 8th Graders
Underclassmen Picture Day
Senior Portrait Makeup
Friday, October 6
Senior Portrait Makeup
Saturday, October 7
SATs
CHRISTMAS FRENZY RAFFLES DUE MON, OCT. 2!
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| Students attended the annual Diocesan Blue Mass at St. Agnes Church last week. Pictured with first responders are Joanna Wallace, Joseph Coffey and Gage Panno. |
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IMPORTANT REMINDER ON UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS: CLICK HERE
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UNDERCLASS PICTURES
Underclassmen picture day is this Thursday! Order forms will be sent home on Monday and should be returned when your child gets their picture taken on Thursday OR you can go online and order at
mylifetouch.com (our Picture Day ID Is LW667067Q0). Please email
lindsey.murphy@camdencatholic.org with any questions.
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STUDENT DIRECTORY ANNOUNCEMENT
We were made aware of some families missing in the student directory or if you have multiple students here, all are not mentioned. If you WANT to be included in the student directory we are going to make an addendum to the directory. Next year we will make the proper adjustments to be sure all are included that want to be included.
Family Name and Parents
Students names and years
Address
Phone number
Email
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WHEN SMARTPHONES GO TO SCHOOL
Some 90 percent of teens with cell phones send texts. The typical number is 30 texts per day. That's the median number from the Pew data. Additionally, the Pew report shows, 92 percent of teens go online daily. Almost one in four claims to be online "almost constantly."
You need to be tech-savvy, both in and outside of school. But too much tech time at school for things other than classwork can cost you, new studies show. Unfortunately, kicking the habit of using cellphones and other mobile devices in class can be a hard.
"You're putting yourself at a disadvantage when you are actively engaged with your mobile device in class and not engaged in what's going on," warns Kuznekoff. His team shared its findings in the July 2015 issue of Communication Education.
Those findings mesh with what college students themselves report. Another new study found that the more time students said that they typically text, use social media or read online during class, the lower their grades are.
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From the Office of Student Services
PARENTS' ASSOCIATION MEETINGS-ALL ARE WELCOME!
Next Meeting: Tuesday, November 7th at 7 p.m.
Next Meeting for Project Graduation: Tuesday, November 7th at 6:30p.m.
SAVE THESE DATES
- Fall Clothing Drive - Saturday, October 7, 2017
- Designer Bag Bingo - Friday Oct 13, 2017 | Doors open 6:15, Bingo @ 7:00 pm
- Family Mass- November 12, 2017 @ 10:00am
The Parents Association also hosts various "Dine & Donate" events throughout the year. This means that on a designated CCHS Spirit night, restaurants donate a portion of their proceeds back to CCHS. You will be notified through the CCHS Irish Times and website for dates and details on 2017-18 Dine & Donates. The first Dine and Donate is at Amy's Omelette House on October 7, 2017 from 8am to 12pm.
Boscov's 25% Off Shopping Passes for Tuesday October 17, 2017 are available for $5.00 each. Please see Ms. Clinton, Vice Principal of Student Services in Rm 114.
STUDENT SERVICES
Freshman Transition
On Friday, Sept 29th a study skills session on test taking was presented to the freshman homerooms during activity period. Notes from that presentation are posted on the Camden Catholic webpage at
http://www.camdencatholic.org/admissions/freshman-transition/
. The final study skill session will take place on Oct 13th during activity period and will focus on Managing Grades. We will post the notes once it has been presented.
Homecoming Dance
Homecoming Dance information will be distributed to students this upcoming week. Tickets will be $20 and must be purchased in advance.
A few reminders: as stated in the CCHS handbook: Guests must be of the opposite gender and may not be in grammar/middle school or more than two years older than the CCHS student host but not older than twenty (20) at the time of the dance.
The Homecoming Dance is semi-formal. Appropriate attire for a semi-formal event at a Catholic school is required. The following guidelines should be followed:
Boys
: Dress shirt, tie, dress pants, shoes (no sneakers), jacket (optional)
Girls
: Knee length dress (or no more than two inches above knee). Avoid excess- excessively high slits, excessively plunging necklines, excessively short skirts.
Performing Arts
General Auditions for the Musical Theatre Program will be on Oct 3rd at 6pm in Rm 119. Students are required to prepare 16 bars from a musical theatre song.
Campus Ministry
We ask for your prayers for our Kairos team and the seniors who will be making the Kairos retreat on October 9-12th. We know the Spirit will grace these students with a powerful and meaningful faith filled experience.
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| Thanks to all who supported and participated in the Mr. CCHS Contest last week, benefitting Project Graduation 2017. Congratulations to all of the contestants, especially the top three: Kolby Johnson, Tony Li, and Tom Cava, who was crowned the winner! |
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J-Term Registration:
Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
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From the Office of Student Affairs:
Attendance: As the Principal noted at Back to School Night, regular attendance is so important. Please be advised that students whose absences are excessive will receive failing grades in each of his/her courses for the current semester. A student who is absent ten (10) days in one semester without providing acceptable verification of those days will receive a grade of 65 for each course. Each additional absence will result in a further deduction of 5 points for the semester. Examples of acceptable verification of absence are doctor's note for illness, court documents for legal appointments, funeral card or obituary for bereavement days, and official college notes for college visits.
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From the Office of Academic Affairs:
CCHS students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will take the PSAT on October 11.2017. Parents often have questions about this test. While many consider the PSAT a practice test for the SAT, it is so much more. The PSAT is also part of the National Merit Scholarship Program. Founded in 1955, the National Merit Corporation seeks to identify and honor academically talented students. Freshmen will take the PSAT8/9. The purpose of the PSAT 8/9 is to establish a starting point in terms of college and career readiness as student's transition to high school. Tenth grade students take the PSAT as practice for the junior year, and to help CCHS enhance its academic program. Only junior year scores are used by the National Merit Corporation as part of its award program. Students received study guides from their guidance counselors, and are encouraged to practice for the upcoming tests. More information, and practice items, can be found at:
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/official-educator-guide-psat-nmsqt-psat-related-assessments.pdf
http://www.nationalmerit.org/s/1758/start.aspx?sid=1758&gid=2&pgid=61&cid=160
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Spring Musical Auditions
For all students interested in performing in the Spring Musical.
Rehearsals for the musical (which has not yet been chosen) will begin in January.
Performances - March 2,3,9,10 @ 7:30 & March 4, 11 @ 2:30
WHEN:
Tuesday, October 3rd | 6:00 pm
WHERE:
Grandi Auditorium at CCHS
WHO:
Any CCHS student interested in the performing arts.
PREPARE:
Please prepare 16 bars of a musical theatre song. An accompanist will be provided. If you do not have sheet music, acapella singing will be permitted. Be prepared to dance. This means loose fitting clothing (exercise clothing) and sneakers or dance/character shoes. Those who have tap shoes should bring those.
THIS AUDITION WILL NOT DETERMINE CASTING FOR THE SPRING MUSICAL. ANOTHER AUDITION WILL FOLLOW ONCE THE SHOW HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED.
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IMPORTANT RENWEB INFORMATION
RenWeb School Management Software
gives you, the student, an opportunity to get more involved in your academic progress and future success - all via the Internet!
RenWeb's ParentsWeb
is a private and secure student portal that will allow you to view your grades, attendance, homework and conduct, as well as other useful school information.
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FALL CLOTHING & TOY DRIVE
DINE & DONATE @ AMY'S OMELETTE HOUSE
OCT. 7, 7:30AM-1PM
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FROM THE OFFICE OF GUIDANCE
a non-profit that provides mentoring and scholarships for students who have faced economic hardship and other adversity-including the incarceration of a parent or placement in the foster care system-is currently accepting applications from high-achieving, ninth grade students who meet our income requirements. If accepted into our program, the students attend one of Give Back's partner universities in New Jersey, where they have the opportunity to graduate in four years with little or no debt.
To begin the application process, current ninth graders are asked to complete an
inquiry form andattend one of the following mandatory information sessions this fall:
October 5 at Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
October 12 at The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
October 21 at Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ from 10:00am - 11:30am
Follow the Guidance Office on Social Media for important reminders and college visit schedule!
 
SAT and ACT TEST PREP brought to you by Kaplan Test Prep:
Attention Seniors & Juniors
Taking the November 4th SAT
What:
Kaplan SAT course (10 sessions)
When:
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 - Thursday, November 2, 2017
Time:
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Moorestown High School
Class Code:
SAIKS17901
Attention Seniors & Juniors
Taking the November 4th SAT
What:
Kaplan SAT course (10 sessions)
When:
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 - Thursday, November 2, 2017
Time:
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Katz JCC of Cherry Hill
Class Code:
SAIKS17901
Attention Seniors & Juniors
Taking the December 2nd SAT
What:
Kaplan SAT course (10 sessions)
When: Wednesday
, November 1, 2017 - Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Time:
Mondays & Wednesdays from 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Moorestown High School
Class Code:
SAIKS17903
- 6 three-hour sessions with a Kaplan expert teaching the best test-taking strategies.
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National College Fair in Atlantic City, NJ | November 2, 2017
9:00 am to 12:00 pm; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Workshops are conducted in the morning and evening sessions during the college fair.
Atlantic City Convention Center
Save the Date: March 8, 2018-Education Career Fair
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$$$$$$ CHRISTMAS FRENZY RAFFLE $$$$$$
FINAL DEADLINE OCTOBER 2
IF SCHOOL REACHES GOAL STUDENTS RECEIVE MONDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING OFF!
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FRESHMAN PARENTS
Mandatory Freshman Parent Meeting
November 9 @ 7PM,
Auditorium
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JOB OPPORTUNITY
Part-time office position at Panaia Chiropractic, hours are
3-7PM possibly
7:30, two days/week
. Must be
outgoing and good phone skills. Able to
handle making appointment and answering the
phones also collecting copay.
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SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
- Our Lady of Hope Religious Ed Program is in need of volunteers to be aids to our catechist. Classes are Mondays 4:30 to 5:45PM and Wednesdays 5:15 to 6:30PM(late September to early April). Classes will start on Mon Sept. 25th and Wed. Sept. 27th. Classes are held in the Parish Center. Interested volunteers can call the Faith Formation Office 856-227-0555.
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Animal Welfare Association, Voorhees: offering high school service weeks the entire school year! Please visit the following link to better familiarize yourself with what our program entails, as well as the new dates:
- Service Hours available 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays working with a special needs child at St. Mary's Church in Cherry Hill. Please see the guidance office for details.
- Cherry Hill Library: click here for available opportunities
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Bag Bingo
Friday, October 13
Doors open 6:30PM
Games begin 7PM
Tickets $25/advance and $35 at the door. Ages 21+ only.
Tickets include 10 games and 50/50. One purse winner each game! And door prizes! One special purse will be raffled off. Bring your own appetizers and refreshments.
CLICK HERE to securely purchase tickets online. No actual tickets will be issued. You will receive an email receipt and your name will be placed on the event guest list. You can also
CLICK HERE to download the form to send into Ms. Clinton in Room 114.
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ATHLETICS
Monday, October 2
Field Hockey @ Seneca: Varsity 4, JV 5:15
Boys Soccer @ Seneca: Varsity & JV 4
Girls Volleyball @ Lenape: Varsity 4, JV 5:15
Girls Soccer vs. Seneca: Varsity & JV 4
Tuesday, October 3
Freshman Field Hockey vs. Seneca
3:45
Wednesday, October 4
Boys Soccer vs. Cherry Hill West Varsity & JV 3:45
Girls Soccer @ Cherry Hill West
Varsity & JV 3:45
Field Hockey vs. Cherry Hill West JV 5, Varsity 6:15
Thursday, October 5
Freshman Field Hockey @ Cherry Hill West
3:45
Freshman Football @ Pennsauken 3:45
Friday, October 6
Freshman Field Hockey @ Washington Twp. 3:45
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Kingsway 4
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Washington Twp.
5
Varsity Football @ Pennsauken
7
Saturday, October 7
Cross Country Shore Coaches Invitational @ Holmdel 9 a.m.
Boys Soccer @ Triton, Varsity & JV 2
Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Bishop Eustace 3:45
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SUPPORT IRISH BASEBALL
The Irish Baseball program is fundraising for field improvements. Show your support for the team with a season sponsorship and memorialize your gift/recognize your player with the "Buy a Brick" program! Bricks are available with a donation of $125, featuring up to four lines of text.
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
- FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR YOUNG FAMILIES 1847Financial and The Begley Law Group present a workshop to promote financial and estate planning literacy. Click here for additional details.
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Proud Neighbors of Collingswood upcoming Architectural History Walking Tour. This is a docent-led exterior description about historic features of three Collingswood residential areas on Sunday, October 15 (Rain date: Sunday October 22.) Enjoy all three routes for one price of $10 per person for a wristband. (Students free, if accompanied by paying adult). Docents will provide an enlightened overview of architectural style and history of exterior sites along the walking tours.
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Our Mission
Camden Catholic High School is a suburban, college preparatory, day and boarding school. It educates young men and women spiritually, academically, socially, and physically in a faith community to develop as life-long learners and leaders in a global society in the Catholic tradition.
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Camden Catholic High School | 856-663-2247 | www.camdencatholic.org
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