March 21, 2019
Greetings!
 
Three great events are happening at CJ in the coming week:

  • The University of Dayton’s New Horizons Music program and the CJ Performing Arts department are presenting a concert on Thursday, Mar. 21 at 7 p.m. in the CJ auditorium. Admission is free to this event. This concert is unique with performers' ages ranging from high school through mid-80's. Learn more under Community Updates.

  • The CJ Fish Fry will be on Saturday, Mar. 23 from 6-11 p.m. and includes food, drinks, games and a silent auction. The online pre-sale registration of $15 will be open through Friday, Mar. 22 at noon and can be completed on the CJ website. Registration at the door will be $20. Once again, silent auction bidding will all occur online and is available for anyone to participate. Please follow this link to register and view items. Bidding will open Saturday afternoon.

  • On Tuesday, Mar. 26, all are invited to the Sr. Stang Symposium, beginning at 7 p.m. The keynote speaker will be Laura Roesch, Chief Executive Officer of Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley. After the opening ceremony, guests can choose to attend three breakout sessions to learn more about the various Capstone projects.

Please share with family and friends these opportunities to visit our school and community. We look forward to seeing you at CJ!

COMMUNITY UPDATES

UD New Horizons Band and CJ Band to Perform Free Concert - TONIGHT More >

CJ Fish Fry 2019 - Join Us! More >

Big Hoopla, CJ Announce the STEM Teacher of the Year More >

Dave Burrows Named New Women's Soccer Head Coach More >
SOCIAL MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS 
More than 1,000 visitors came to CJ for the Hoopla STEM Challenge. More >

Fr. Bob explains the meaning behind the vestment he wore during this week's Feast of St. Joseph Mass. More >
NEWS   
PARENTS
3rd Quarter Report Cards
3rd quarter report cards will be posted in  NetClassroom  on Thursday, Mar. 21 by 4 p.m. Students will receive printed versions in homeroom on Friday, Mar. 22.

Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal | email
Online Emergency Medical Form
The online EMF was due last week for current students returning for the 2019-2020 school year. Please follow this   link and use your NetClassroom parent login to complete the form. If you need your login information, email Emily Saunders.

Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant | email

CJ Spirit Shop
Open During Fish Fry | Items Update
The CJ Spirit Shop has new items for sale starting at the Fish Fry on Saturday, Mar. 23. Admission to the Fish Fry is required to go into the CJ Spirit Shop.
We have listened to requests and now have long sleeve t-shirts in heather blue, available in crew and v-neck options. New lanyards are also available for purchase.
This is also the last chance to purchase the 2018 baseball state championship shirt. The price has been reduced to $5. S tart the 2019 season by showing your support for the defending state champs!

Don MacLeod, Spirit Shop Manager | email

Josten's Graduation Announcements and Ring Order Day
Wednesday, Mar. 27 | Lunch Periods
Those who ordered graduation announcements from Josten's, they will be delivering them during lunch on Wednesday, Mar. 27. This will also be the final opportunity for students to place a class ring order this school year. Students who order a class ring will receive a soft shell jacket for free (details  here   ).

Kelly Muhl, Administrative Assistant | email

Parent Dances
Friday, Apr. 5 and Saturday, Apr. 6 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Bainbridge Hall
The Father/Daughter dance will be Friday, Apr. 5 and the Mother/Son dance will be Saturday, Apr. 6 from 8-10:30 p.m. at Brainbridge Hall. The cost is $20 per couple and tickets will only be sold at the door. Parents and children can choose to dress up for this year's theme: You are perfect in any decade.
If students want to write an essay on why their parent should be crowned King or Queen of the dance, essays must be turned in (hard copy format) to Angela Ruffolo in Room 144 no later than Thursday, April 4.

Angela Ruffolo, Teacher | email
MINISTRY & SERVICE
From the Chaplain's Office
This Sunday of Lent we are invited to reflect on the Parable of the Fig Tree (Lk 13: 1-9). It reminds us that we are called to repentance and that God is full of mercy and compassion. Consider giving yourself a five-minute retreat this weekend by slowly reading this beautiful passage from scripture. It can be found at  this link  near the end of the page.  
Next week, we begin our second semester class Masses. This is an opportunity for a whole class to gather and pray together. Masses take place during an extended homeroom. Seniors will attend Mass on Monday and juniors on Tuesday. Sophomores and freshmen will have Mass the following week.

Fr. Bob Jones, SM, School Chaplain | email

Junior Retreat
Wednesday, Mar. 27 - Thursday, Mar. 28
Our fourth and final junior retreat is Wednesday, Mar. 27 - Thursday, Mar. 28. Students received permission forms this week. They are due back on Monday, Mar. 25 at our homeroom meeting where we will discuss the packing list and other details of the retreat. Please keep all those attending this retreat in your prayers.

Lenten Mission Drive Afternoon Movie
Friday, Mar. 29 | After School | Community Space
The Lenten Mission Drive is continuing throughout the season of Lent. Our next activity to aid the Marianist and Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur missions is Friday, Mar. 29 after school in the Community Space. It will be a movie and popcorn activity — a $3 contribution will get students in the door and include popcorn. We will be showing  Black Panther .

Taos Mission Trip Orientation Meeting
Thursday, Mar. 28 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Room 341
The next Taos, New Mexico summer mission trip orientation meeting is Thursday, Mar. 28 from 3 -4:30 p.m. in Room 341. This mandatory orientation meeting is for students only.

Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service | email
PERFORMING ARTS
Cafeteria Decorating - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Thursday, Mar. 21 | 5:45 p.m. | CJ Cafeteria
PoPS parents — please consider helping decorate the CJ cafeteria on Thursday, Mar. 21 at 5:45 p.m. prior to the concert. All help is appreciated.

Mark Phillips, PoPS President | email
ATHLETICS
Upcoming Varsity Competitions
Baseball
Saturday, Mar. 23 at Butler - 2:30 p.m.
Monday, Mar. 25 at Wayne - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Mar. 27 vs. Waynesville - 5 p.m.

Softball
Monday, Mar. 25 at Urbana - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Mar. 27 vs. Greenview - 5 p.m.
Thursday, Mar. 28 vs. Meadowdale - 5 p.m.

Men's Lacrosse
Friday, Mar. 22 vs. Newark - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Mar. 23 at Johnstown - 3 p.m.
Wednesday, Mar. 27 vs. Little Miami - 6:30 p.m.

Women's Lacrosse
Saturday, Mar. 23 vs. Chillicothe - 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Mar. 27 at Bexley - 7:30 p.m.

Men's Tennis
Friday, Mar. 22 at Badin - 4 p.m.
Monday, Mar. 25 at Troy - 4 p.m.
Thursday, Mar. 28 at Monroe - 4 p.m.

Track & Field
Saturday, Mar. 23 - Troy Up & Running

Men's Volleyball
Wednesday, Mar. 27 at McNicholas - 7 p.m.
Thursday, Mar. 28 vs. Alter - 7 p.m.

Jeremy Greenleaf, Director of Athletics |  email
CALENDAR REMINDERS  
George Early Service Scholarship - LAST CALL
Applications Due Friday, Mar. 22
Applications were sent out last week to all eligible sophomores for the George Early Service Scholarship. Sophomores who have submitted 70 or more "blue/over and above" volunteer hours to the Ministry & Service office by the end of their first semester this year are eligible for this scholarship. Applications are due back Friday, Mar. 22.

Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service | email
Sr. Ruth Ann Bange Service Award - LAST CALL
Applications due Friday, March 22
Applications were sent on Monday to all eligible juniors for the Sr. Ruth Ann Bange Service Award. Juniors who have submitted 120 or more "blue/over and above" volunteer hours to the Ministry & Service office by the end of their first semester this year are eligible for this award. Applications are due back Friday, Mar. 22.

Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service | email
Spring Phonathon - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
March and April
Spend a few hours volunteering with your son or daughter during spring Phonathon. This volunteer opportunity is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Along with gaining service hours, spring Phonathon helps build communication skills for the future and spreads a message of gratitude to our alumni, parents and friends who support the Annual Fund. Phonathon will be in session in the CJ cafeteria from 5:30-8:30 p.m. on March 24, 25, 27, 28, 31; April 1, 2, 4, 7. Additional shifts will be available on March 24 and April 7 from 2-5 p.m. Contact Elaine Bonner to get involved.

Elaine Bonner, Annual Giving Coordinator | email
Eagle Activity Passes
Prices on Eagle Activity Passes have now been reduced. Student or Senior passes are now $25, family passes (two adults, two students) are now $75 with each additional student on a family pass now $25. Adult passes are now $35. Passes may be purchased with cash in the business office or online in the athletics section of the CJ  website.

Jeremy Greenleaf, Director of Athletics |  email
Grinders Breakfast Program
Wednesdays | Block A Late Starts Only
Grinders is running a trial breakfast program before school on late start Block A days. The breakfast will be available for purchase from 8-9:15 a.m.

Greg Mueller, Assistant Principal | email
Premier Health MedQuest
Friday, Mar. 29 | 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Upper Valley Medical Center
High school junior and senior students are invited to attend Premier Health MedQuest at Upper Valley Medical Center on Friday, Mar. 29 from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. MedQuest is a career exploration program for students interested in healthcare careers. Hands-on activities are provided by professionals from radiology, respiratory therapy, physical/occupational therapy, emergency medicine, women’s health and nursing. Registration and additional information is available on Premier Health's website .

Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator | email
ExploreAg Summer Camp Opportunities
June and July | Applications Due Saturday, Mar. 30
The ExploreAg program is a free, week-long experience where high school students interact with and learn from internationally known teachers, scientists, and researchers about food and agriculture. Students are hosted on campus at the Ohio State University and Central State University and are introduced to various aspects of agriculture both in the classroom and through diverse hands-on learning experiences, both on and off campus. Applications are due Saturday, Mar. 30. Learn more and apply here .

Kate Elder, Administrative Assistant |  email
School Schedule Change
Thursday, Apr. 18 - No School and Building Closed
There will be no school and the building will be closed on Thursday, Apr. 18. This is due to the CJ community going above and beyond their item and monetary goals during Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week in the fall. This will be an extension to the already scheduled Easter break, Friday, Apr. 19 - Friday, Apr. 26. School will resume on Monday, Apr. 29.

John Marshall, Principal |  email
2019 Football Conditioning
Football conditioning is open to all new registered students. The conditioning schedule is — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 3:15 - 4:45 p.m. in the SCC. Email Marcus Colvin with any questions.

Marcus Colvin, Head Football Coach | email
Fall Cheerleading Clinics and Tryouts
May 15-18
Girls interested in cheerleading in the fall are to attend upcoming clinics and tryouts:
  • Clinics: Wednesday, May 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Mary, Our Lady of Victory Gym
  • Thursday, May 16 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | SCC
  • Friday, May 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Mary, Our Lady of Victory Gym
  • Tryouts: Saturday, May 18 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Mary, Our Lady of Victory Gym

Contact Tiara Smith with any questions.

Tiara Smith, Cheerleading Head Coach | email
Class of 2019 Graduation Announcements
Meyers Printing and Design, Inc, one of Chaminade Julienne's vendor partners, is still offering a local option to ordering graduation announcements. A sample card is available for students to pick up in the Welcome Center if interested. Orders through Meyers can be made  here  .

Kelly Muhl, Administrative Assistant |  email
2018-2019 Yearbook
It is not too late to order your 2018-2019 School Yearbook. Go to JostensYearbooks.com to order before the window closes in May. Yearbooks will be shipped to CJ next school year where your student will be able to pick it up and enjoy all the memories from this current school year. 

Dan Eiser, Yearbook Moderator |  email
City of Dayton Road Construction
Please reference the road construction map found on the homepage of the CJ website for the latest updates on the Washington Street construction.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN  
London and Paris Informational Meeting
Sunday, Mar. 31 or Wednesday, Apr. 3 | 6 p.m. | Room 134
CJ students and parents are invited to learn more about a trip to 7-day visit London and Paris in the summer of 2020. Those wishing to learn more can attend an informational meeting on Sunday, Mar. 31 or Wednesday, Apr. 3 at 6:30 p.m. in Room 134. This is a non-CJ affiliated excursion. Additional information can be found here .

Brenda Ricciuto and Jason Berger, Chaperones |  email
Middle School Tennis Opportunity
March, April and May | Eagles Tennis Center
For many years we have had an Eagle Middle School tennis team that has a few practices, about ten matches, and two tournaments each spring for current 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. Our first practices are on Sunday, Mar. 31, from 4-6 p.m. and Monday, Apr. 1, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Eagle Tennis Center at CJ. Matches will begin on Tuesday, Apr. 2. The season will end in early May. Minimal experience with the game is certainly helpful. If interested, please contact Jim Brooks.

Jim Brooks, Tennis Head Coach | email
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry Dinners
Fridays During Lent Through April 12
All are invited to Fish Fry Dinners being held Fridays Mar. 15, 22, 29 and Apr. 5 and 12 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Marian Manor Hall (6050 Dog Leg Road). The menu includes baked or fried fish, french fries or baked potato, salad and sides (dessert is .50 extra). Cost is $7.50 for adults, kids 12 and under $4.50, and family for $22.

SK Fred Schoenhofer, PFN, FDD, Grand Knight | email
Mary's WAY Luncheon
Saturday, May 11 | 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | The Golf Club at Yankee Trace
Mary’s WAY (Women Answering Yes) is a nation-wide apostolate which promotes the
power of the Holy Rosary and brings women closer to Jesus through the perfect
example of Mother Mary. High school students and older are invited to the 1st annual luncheon on Saturday, May 11 from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at The Golf Club at Yankee Trace. Learn more and RSVP here.

Chris Condit | email