Carondelet Inducts Inaugural Hall of Fame Class
On Saturday, April 28, Carondelet inducted its first Athletics Hall of Fame Class.
The 2018 class included individuals
Jayne Appel Marinelli '06, Natalie Coughlin Hall '00, and
Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak '95. The 1996 State Champion Cross Country Team was also inducted into the inaugural Hall of Fame class. The team includes
K
risten Gordon Henehan '97, Meghan Andrade Jorgensen '99, Ginaea Carrillo Bauer '97, Kelly Piatanesi Clasen '98, Cristyn Enea Mirkovich '99, Kristen Hart '98, Kerri Bock-Willmes Heusler '97, Maura Kelley '97, Carolyn King '98
and
Katie Nash '98,
and coaches
Helen Lehman-Winters
and
Mary Ann Grubb '90.
The evening began with a reception at the Carondelet Athletics Complex, where the inductees and dozens of guests got a first look at the official installations honoring the athletes and their achievements. The festivities then moved to The Clubhouse at Boundary Oak for the Hall of Fame Ceremony, which included dinner, individual video tributes and interviews with the inductees.
Later this week, return to the
Hall of Fame webpage to see the induction videos, interviews and pictures from the Hall of Fame Ceremony.
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Girls in STEM Event Pairs Students with Professionals
More than 150 high school girls -- including 21 from Carondelet -- partnered with female STEM professionals for an inspiring day of mentorship and hands-on activities at the Strengthen Her Education (S.H.E.) Leads STEM Summit hosted by Junior Achievement.
This year's theme was "The Women Who Power The Bay Area," and the event featured a panel discussion and student Q&A with women in the energy sector and supporting industries.
"I was inspired by the stories of women who persevered to get to where they are today," said Fiona Sundy '19. "(The conference)
taught me how to network, which was something that I never had the chance to do before. I also learned that it is important to ask for help when you need it, to pursue your passions, form a good support system,
and ask questions when you do not fully understand the task you are given."
"Through the mentoring sessions, I was constantly amazed at how many routes there are to be the best in an industry," said
Laura Bocek '20. "The professionals offered their personal stories that were touching and inspiring, so that by the end of the day I came out ready and eager to be a young leader in
STEM."
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Students Honored by Soroptimist International of Diablo Vista
Several Carondelet students were honored recently by Soroptimist International of Diablo Vista for their outstanding commitment to community service. The following students received accolades and certificates of appreciation from the U.S. House of Representatives, the California State Assembly, the California State Senate, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors, and the local chapter of Soroptimist International. Honorees included:
Class of 2018 - Over 4,000 hours of Community Service During their Lifetime:
Destany Bernstine, Alyssa Javier,
and
Cassidy Tshimbalanga
"S" Club
Erin Moore '19, President; Julie Jones '19, Co-Vice President; Geline Mascardo '18, Co-Vice President; Alondra Ruvalcaba '19, Secretary; Emily Howie '19, Treasurer;
and
Lauren Vega '19, Publicity.
Monument Crisis Center's After School Café Program (Tutoring)
Yuliana Gonzalez Mendoza '19, Sara Hamilton '19, Maya Hanck '19, Caitlin Lightle '19,
and
Jenna Weisman '19
Violet Richardson Award Runners Up
Shelby Bates '20, Hannah Lee '20,
and
Jazmine Oncena '20
Violet Richardson Award
Cassidy Tshimbalanga '18
Congratulations to all of these amazing young women! They are truly making a difference in people's lives!
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Winton Art Show Success
Congratulations to all of the artists from Carondelet and De La Salle on a stellar art show! The opening took place last Friday evening in De La Salle's Old Cafet
eria and will remain open during breaks and lunch this week to display student work.
Please show your support of the visual art students by visiting this incredible display of creativity and artistic expression!
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Online Course Offerings from College of the Siskiyous
Carondelet has partnered with College of the Siskiyous to give students an incredible advantage - for FREE. This summer, as part of the Early College Credit Program, students may enroll in online Siskiyous courses that will fulfill GE requirements for UC and CSU schools. Note: AP students need to be sure not to take overlapping courses. AP Psychology students should not sign up for psychology classes through the Siskiyous.
There is no cost for the course except for purchasing the text. Please
view this flyer for more information.
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Make a Life-Saving Donation!
The Sophomore Class Council
is hosting a blood drive
on campus
tomorrow, May 2
from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Students, parents, faculty/staff, and alumnae are welcome
to make a life-saving donation. Students must be at least 16 years old and meet certain weight and height requirements.
Appointments can be made online here, or through Mr. Bonanno or Mrs. Dittrich.
Students playing sports: it is recommended that you do not engage in any physical activity for the day after donating.
Wednesday, May 2
8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Carondelet Gym
Students
must complete this form in order to be eligible.
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Important Graduation Reminders
Grad Night Tickets are now LIVE! If your daughter wants to take part in this wonderful tradition, she must purchase her ticket by Sunday, May 6. Please visit the Grad Night web page to purchase tickets and find more information about this special evening.
Volunteers Still Needed!
Please consider donating your time on this special night for our grads May 27-28. Thanks in advance!
Jobs include:
- Two registered nurses (shifts TBD)
- One card dealer from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
- A few helpers for breakfast between 1:30 a.m. and 3:00 a.m.
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U
niform Sale Set for May 17
The Carondelet Parent Association is proud to continue its uniform exchange program whereby incoming freshmen and other students can purchase gently-worn uniforms from graduating seniors.
Uniform items will be sold at the Second Time Around Uniform Sale on Thursday, May 17. The proceeds from the sale go toward a scholarship fund for this year's senior class.
Please encourage your senior daughter to bring her uniform items to the Dean's Office by May 16.
Items after May 16 are still accepted however these items will go toward the sale at the Freshmen BBQ in August.
The following items in good condition & clean:
- White, navy blue, light grey and light blue polo shirts
- Plaid and grey skirts
- Khaki pants and black pants (Seniors only)
- Navy blue sweaters and vest with logo
- Fleece zip-ups with logo
- Blue, red, and white crew and hooded sweatshirts with logo
- Sports items and spirit wear with logo
- PE uniforms
Check out the flyer here!
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2018-19 Dance Team Tryouts
Tryouts for the 2018-19 Carondelet varsity and junior varsity dance teams will be held Monday-Thursday, April 30-May 3. The tryouts will take place in the Carondelet Gym and will run from 5:30 to 8 p.m. each night.
To be eligible to try out for any of the dance teams, all participants must turn in a signed waiver at the beginning of tryouts. The waiver form is available on the Carondelet Athletics website on the registration page or by
clicking here.
For questions about the dance team tryouts, please contact Head Dance Coach
Suzanne Smith at
suzsmith0527@yahoo.com.
2018-19 Spirit Team Tryouts
Spirit team tryouts for incoming freshmen will be held on Monday, May 7, Wednesday, May 9 and Thursday, May 10. Incoming freshman spirit team tryouts will take place in the Carondelet Gym from 4-6 pm.
To be eligible to try out for any of the spirit teams, all participants must turn in a signed waiver at the beginning of tryouts. The waiver form is available on the Carondelet Athletics website on the registration page or by
clicking here.
For questions about spirit team tryouts, contact Head Cheer Coach,
Morganne Wood at
coachmorganne@gmail.com.
Athlete of the Week
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Keleva Salt '18
Varsity Softball
Keleva Salt hit her first home run of the season in Carondelet's 2-0 win over American on Saturday, providing the only runs of the game. This was a big hit for Keleva, and the team signed the home run ball for her. Congratulations!
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Go, Cougars!
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Community Service Opportunities
Students may go to the Community Service Office to sign-up for the following service
oppor
tunities or to receive more information:
Volunteers are needed to help at
Carondelet's 7th Grade Practice Placement Test (HSPT) this Saturday, May 5 from 7:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You must wear your dress uniform. Snacks will be provided.
The
Gardens at Heather Farm in Walnut Creek is offering a five-part series of bird classes in May and June. This series is free of charge to students interested in volunteering their time both during and after the training. Please
visit their website to submit an online application. If you need more information, please contact Tascha Barnes, Education Manager, by phone at (925) 947-6712 or email her at
tascha@gardenshf.org.
The
5K Pizza Fun Run, which is benefiting Roscoe's Fund - an animal rescue program, is on Saturday, May 12 at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek. Volunteers are needed from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to assist signing-in runners, directing runners, passing out water and pizza, helping at Roscoe's Booth, and cleaning up trash on the walking path if needed. Please contact June Santucci by phone at (925) 628-4599 or email her at
junesantucci@comcast.net by
today, May 1 to sign up for this event.
Applications to volunteer during the summer at the
Walnut Creek Library are available in the Community Service Office. You must attend a mandatory training session on Thursday, May 24 or 31 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Applications must be received by Friday, May 4. No late applications will be considered.
The
4th Annual Hope Walk is on Saturday, May 19 at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to cheer/direct the participants, dress up in fun costumes, create signs with encouraging messages, play musical instruments, dance/perform, sing, etc. To sign up for this event, p
lease call Carol Louisell at (925) 953-1209 or email her at
clouisell@cancersupport.net. All proceeds benefit Cancer Support Community San Francisco Bay Area.
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PIP Hour Opportunities
Looking for a way to get involved and earn your 20 PIP hours?
Visit the Volunteer Opportunities page of the website for a list of available opportunities.
If you have any
questions
regarding your volunteer
requirements and
clearance, contact our
Volunteer Coordinator Ms. Renee Gistand.
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Upcoming Events & Special Schedules
| Wednesday, May 2 |
Blood Drive
RSVP here |
| Thursday, May 3 |
Special Schedule
Awards Assembly - 8:05 a.m.
Little Shop of Horrors
7 p.m. |
| Friday, May 4 |
Little Shop of Horrors
7 p.m.
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| Saturday, May 5 |
Practice HSPT Test for 7th Graders
8:15 a.m.
Garaventa Center
Little Shop of Horrors
7 p.m.
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| Monday, May 7 - Friday, May 11 |
Teacher Appreciation Week!
AP Exams |
| Wednesday, May 9 |
Parent Association Board Meeting
Faculty Lounge
6:30 p.m. |
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