Community e-News l 7.12.20

We have a few updates to share with you in this e-newsletter. We will send our next update regarding returning to campus and the upcoming school year during the week of July 20. You will receive other messages if there is a school-wide announcement before then.

Yearbook & Locker Item Pick-up this week, by appointment only Rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors will be able to return to campus, by appointment only, to receive their yearbooks, clean out their lockers, and return textbooks and library books the week of July 13. Please use this Sign-Up link to schedule your 15-minute time-slot.  Access to campus remains restricted based on current County Health guidelines. Students must report directly to the Main Office at their scheduled time and follow the guidelines below. We ask that parents/guardians remain in their vehicles and that students leave campus immediately after they retrieve their items. Stay home if you are experiencing any symptoms Take your temperature before leaving home Put on a facemask prior to entering the building and keep it on until you are off campus Enter the building through the Main Office only Follow 6-feet social distancing at all times and avoid socializing  Bring your own bag to take home your locker items Leave campus immediately after you retrieve your items **Please note that all textbooks, library books, and athletics uniforms must be returned in order to receive a yearbook.  If you have any questions, please contact Caitlin Main , Dean of Students.  Appointment Time Sign-up

Fall Sports update coming July 20 You may be aware that CIF, the athletics governing body in California, will be announcing its decision about Fall sports on Monday, July 20 . We await CIF's statement with hope that we can return to our teams and fields of play! Following the decision, we will send a message about our Athletic Department's next steps for student-athletes, teams, families, and our Cougar Nation later that week. Go Cougs!

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College & Career Updates Staffing Updates College and Career welcomes Mrs. Ellen Bull who is stepping in as Mrs. Jessop’s maternity leave substitute through November. Mrs. Bull has many years of experience and also served as an admissions reader for UC Berkeley and Loyola Marymount University. We also welcome Ms. Sarah Kadesh who will join our team on July 20! Ms. Kadesh will work with senior students with last names M-R and all other grade levels L-Q. Ms. Kadesh previously worked in admissions at University of Arizona and most recently served as Director of College Counseling at a charter school in Arizona. She is originally from Danville, California. Summer Class Transcript To any student who is remediating a class over the summer, be sure to send an official transcript to Mrs. Katie Almonte once you are finished with your class. Class of 2021 Family Meetings College Counselors are having family meetings with all rising seniors and their families to discuss important college-related information. Please make sure to set up a meeting with your daughter’s College Counselor before the end of July.  College Kickstart Part 2 College Kickstart Part 2 will take place virtually on August 3 from 9 AM - 2 PM and August 4 from 9 AM - 3 PM . Students who attended College Kickstart in June should plan to attend part 2 (no additional registration is required). Students will be logging into the UC application, linking their Naviance and Common Application accounts, reviewing their essays with college reps, and much more!  SAT/ACT Changes Many colleges, including UCs and CSUs, have suspended their SAT/ACT requirements for the Class of 2021. Seniors are now trying to determine if it’s necessary to take the SAT/ACT. Before making this decision, consider the following:   It’s critical that you review all of your colleges’ testing policies to see if any of your schools are still requiring the SAT/ACT. Not all colleges are test-optional! Some colleges still want to see the SAT/ACT in order for students to be considered for merit scholarship money. Check to see if this is the case for your colleges by reaching out to admissions. If your colleges will still consider test scores, taking the SAT/ACT could add strength to your application. Testing spots are filling up very quickly, so make sure to register as soon as possible if you are planning to take the SAT or ACT this summer or fall.

Morning Bus to Campus As we make plans for the upcoming school year, we want to get a sense of how many families are interested in riding the Carondelet bus to our campus on schoolday mornings. The bus makes three stops along the route for communal pick-ups—in Livermore, Pleasanton, and Danville—before arriving to campus. View the schedule details on the Transportation webpage . 2020-21 final offerings, schedule, and pricing are still being determined. If you are interested in your student taking the morning shuttle and have not already done so, please complete this RSVP Interest form .

Class of 2021 - Portraits, Swag, Dedications Senior Portraits You can book your Senior Portrait now! Follow the steps below to book and prepare: Start at our Creative Imaging website: www.ciphotoca.com/carondelet Click the link: 2021 Senior Portrait Info In the brochure, click the link to book your senior portrait session Before attending your session, please review these guidelines. Questions? Contact Kimberly Moss Williams from Creative Imaging at  kimberly@ciphotoca.com .

Senior Shirts and Sweatshirts Senior Shirts and Sweatshirts are available for purchase now through July 15! Shirts are $18 and Sweatshirts are $35.  Buy your swag at the online school store ! Yearbook Senior Ad/Dedication Sales Dear Parents and Guardians, Yearbook will start selling senior ad/dedication spaces on August 1. All information is available on our  Yearbook wepbage . Start gathering your images and messages now so you are ready to go in August when sales open and you can create ad. Questions? Contact Ms. Koski at  yearbook@carondeleths.org .

Summer Reading List for Fall Classes Summer Reading assignments for fall courses are now posted. Students must purchase their own summer reading books and may choose either a print or digital book.

Cougar Classic – Sept. 22 Registration open, Donations welcomed Early Bird Pricing Gather your friends, family, co-workers, or clients and sign up for a foursome at the Cougar Classic on September 22 at the Blackhawk Country Club*. This fun-filled event is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people while giving back to our students and school. Registration is open and Early Bird pricing is available ! Donations Needed We welcome your gifts! If you can offer a business service or items (e.g. gift cards, vacation home, sports memorabilia or tickets) to benefit our tournament please fill out this donation form and return to Lea Harrington . *We are working closely with Blackhawk Country Club to ensure that we adhere to current CDC and county health guidelines. As conditions change we will adjust to keep safety our top priority on the course. The  Cougar Classic  supports programs and provides opportunities benefiting every Carondelet student. Your participation and investment reinforces our commitment to provide an exceptional, whole-person educational experience.

Junior Rings Junior year is a special year for many reasons. One reason is your Junior Ring Ceremony! Although we do not know specifics about our fall semester and gathering guidelines, our ceremony date is scheduled for Sunday, October 18. All Juniors will be given information about deciding and ordering their rings during Orientation on Tuesday, August 11. If anything changes, we will keep you posted. For now, mark your calendars! Questions? Please contact Ms. Maggie Lettire , Director of Student Activities.

Physicals for Frosh and incoming Transfer Students Due July 15 Physical Exams, which must be completed on the school’s form , and proof of vaccination are due by July 15 to help ensure the safety of our school community. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we understand that visiting the doctor might not be feasible by July 15. Please contact your daughter’s doctor to discuss options for having the form signed before the semester begins at Carondelet. Please contact  admissions@carondeleths.org  if you are having trouble meeting the deadline. When the physical is completed, please upload your daughter’s physical form to her  enrollment portal . If she plans to try out for sports, it is recommended to have your physical completed between now and July 15 for Athletic eligibility. Be sure to keep a copy of your physical to upload directly into our Athletics Registration program.  If your daughter has a medical condition that might result in a life-threatening emergency situation at school (e.g., cardiac disorders, diabetes, severe asthma, severe allergic reactions to insects or food, or other miscellaneous, life-threatening conditions) please complete our  Medical/Illness form  and turn in to attendance officer,  Malisa Meemari , prior to the start of school.

School Store Direct Delivery to Your Home Shop for home delivery for your student or yourself at the Carondelet online school store. Lots of new spirit wear and accessories available for your family! BOGO! With each purchase of a ladies OGIO Endurance hoodie , receive a free J.America gray spirit hoodie (item #30 in clearance section). ORDER TODAY!

June Special Extended Choose either color of unisex long sleeve tee + new hot camper mug for only $43.

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Clearance Items All items in the clearance tab have been marked down an ADDITIONAL 50% for the month of July only.

Free COVID-19 Testing A message from Contra Costa Health Services Thank you for following the Covid-19 health orders. We know it hasn’t been easy, but you have helped save lives in our community. One thing we can all do to help the county reopen faster — and keep our schools and families safe — is to get tested for COVID-19. When everyone gets tested, it helps to identify where in the community the virus is spreading and stop it. That is why Contra Costa Health Services is encouraging everyone to get tested (ideally once a month), even if they feel fine. You can get an easy, same-day COVID-19 test at no cost to you, 7 days a week. Call 1-844-421-0804 for an appointment . Get tested in a clinic or in your car. It takes about 10 minutes to make an appointment. Testing does not hurt. Most county sites (Antioch, Concord, Martinez, Pittsburg, San Pablo, San Ramon) now use a swab test that inserts just inside the nostril. The experts in Public Health quickly contact anyone who tests positive to help them get the care they need and protect the people around them. Thank you for helping Contra Costa County stay healthy!

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