July 19, 2018
Greetings!

As we prepare to welcome your child to CJ for the 2018-2019 school year, we are making you aware of a few updates from the Office of Student Services. Below are a few things you can do now to prepare:

  • Handbook: The updated 2018-2019 Student Parent Handbook is now published and available on the CJ website. Please review the handbook which includes a page for both you and your child to sign at the end.
  • Uniform Guidelines: Uniform guidelines for this school year can be found on the CJ website. You will also find a link to the changes coming to the dress code for the 2019-2020 school year and a rationale for these updates.
  • Note from the Nurse: Parents with children in the Classes of 2019 and 2022, please review the vaccination notice from the nurse under calendar reminders.
  • Parking Passes: Student parking permit sales will begin online August 6. More information can be found on the CJ website.
  • Carpool List: We are helping CJ parents organize carpool groups with other CJ families. If you would like to join a carpool group for the 2018-2019 school year, please submit your information on this document before Friday, July 27. An email to parents who sign up will be sent out on Friday, Aug. 3.

We look forward to welcoming new students to CJ on Monday, Aug. 20 and all students on Tuesday, Aug. 21.

Greg Mueller, Assistant Principal | email
Summer Parent Reception - SHARE THE NEWS
Wednesday, Aug. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Coco's Bistro
We know you may have friends or family interested in CJ. Please invite them to learn more about the school during our summer parent reception on Wednesday, Aug. 1 at Coco's Bistro. Families with children of all ages who are interested in learning more about CJ are encouraged to attend. Learn more on the CJ website .

Brandon Meyer, Director of Admissions | email
COMMUNITY UPDATES

Football Coaches Host Moms Camp More >

Eagles Past and Present Participate in Pilgrimage to Ireland More >

Collection Drive Held for the Stork's Nest More >

Alumnus Wins Local Tennis Tournament More >

Students Serve Those Facing Poverty in Cincinnati More >

2018 Spring Sports Season in Review More >

Students Volunteer in Solsberry, Indiana More >
SOCIAL MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS 
CJ was featured on the cover of the Dayton Area of Chamber of Commerce's magazine, FOCUS on Business. More >

Members of Eagle Pride participated in fun trainings and leadership building activities during the Fred J. Miller clinic.
NEWS   
PARENTS
New Parent Orientation/Student Chromebook Pick-Up Nights
Thursday, July 19 and Tuesday, July 31 | 6:30-8 p.m. | CJ Cafeteria
Orientation for new parents of CJ will be held on Thursday, July 19 and Tuesday, July 31, both 6:30-8 p.m. in the cafeteria. During this orientation, you will hear from faculty and parent speakers who will answer some FAQs about the parent experience at CJ.  While you attend this meeting, your child will pick up his or her Chromebook and learn more about their use of Connected Classroom.
The CJ Spirit Shop will be open to all parents from 6-9 p.m. both of these evenings. Parents who are not attending orientation but would like to come to the Spirit Shop are encouraged to come to the shop between 6:30-8 p.m.

Greg Mueller, Assistant Principal |  email


CJ Coffee Hour
Tuesdays and Thursdays | July 31 - Aug. 30 | 7-9 a.m.
Start your day at CJ with the new CJ Coffee Hour hosted by the admissions office. Stop by and ask questions about CJ, just say, "Hi," or anything in-between. Coffee will be served on Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 31 - Aug. 30, from 7-9 a.m. Please enter through the Business Office doors at Marianist Hall. All are welcome!

Brandon Meyer, Director of Admissions | email
GUIDANCE OFFICE & OPPORTUNITIES
September ACT Registration Deadline
The registration deadline for the Saturday, Sept. 8 ACT test at CJ is on Friday, Aug. 3. Register online here .
Follow @cjguidanceofc on Twitter for additional information throughout the year from the guidance office.

Jama Badinghaus, Counselor | email


U.S. Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Program
Application Due Saturday, Dec. 1
The Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Program (HSSP) is an application process designed to recruit some of our nation’s most well-rounded rising seniors to the active duty Air Force. The application for an Air Force ROTC Scholarship is open now through Saturday, Dec. 1. Learn more here .

Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant | email
CJ STEMM
Party in the Park Exhibit
Saturday, Aug. 4 | 1-4 p.m. | Dayton Metro Library
CJ STEMM will be an exhibitor at the Dayton Metro Library's second Party in the Park on Saturday, Aug. 4 from 1-4 p.m. The CJ booth will be inside the main library entrance. Come have fun, see the renovated library, and all exhibits. Girls in middle school and high school will also have the opportunity to sign up for the new Gems of STEMM Club, founded by Grace Jackson '19 as a Girl Scout Gold Award project.

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
ATHLETICS
Final Forms
2018-2019 School Year
All students must be registered on Final Forms for the 2018-2019 season before any pre-season conditioning. Learn more about Final Forms on the CJ website . If you log into your student's account and see red markers next to items, that indicates those items still need to be completed.

Fall Athletic Fee
Due Monday, Aug. 27
The fall athletic payment fee of $100 is due by Monday, Aug. 27. Click here for additional information and to make the payment.

Jeremy Greenleaf, Director of Athletics | email
CALENDAR REMINDERS  
Summer Course Work
Students in select honors and AP classes need to complete summer course work. Visit the CJ website for more information.

Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal | email
2016-2017 Yearbooks - LAST CALL
Pickup Available This Summer
The 2016-2017 Yearbooks have arrived. The books will be distributed Thursday, July 19 from 4 - 7 p.m. If you were not able to pickup a yearbook or have any questions, please contact me directly.

Dan Eiser, Yearbook Moderator | email
Notes from the Nurse's Clinic
Classes of 2019 and 2022
Students in the Class of 2019 are required to have a second dose of the meningitis/menactra vaccine before September 4. If your child received their first dose of the vaccine after the age of 16, your child will not need a second dose.
Students in the Class of 2022 are required to have one dose of the meningitis/menactra vaccine before September 4.
Please contact the health clinic if you have any questions about the above items.

Colleen Norris, School Nurse | email
Class of 2019
Senior Pictures
Parents of the Class of 2019 - click here to review details and special pricing for senior pictures through Easterling. All Class of 2019 students who want their composite picture included in the 2018-2019 yearbook must have their composite yearbook photo taken at Easterling.  

Kelly Muhl, Administrative Assistant | email
COMMUNITY BULLETIN  
GermanFest Picnic -  VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
August 10-12
Be a part of the Riverscape location for the GermanFest picnic, Aug. 10-12! Volunteers, ages 13 and up, are needed to work one of the two fun new soda/water beverage carts during the picnic or working the beverage station under the food tent. Sign up with a friend to increase the fun! Service Hours sheets will be provided.  Click here to volunteer and select pop sales as the area to help. Email Monica Meyer for more information or any questions. 

Monica Meyer, GermanFest Picnic |   email
International Friendship Families
The University of Dayton is providing all the opportunity to be part of their International Friendship Families program. Learn more here .