Greetings!
As we strive to create an environment that promotes good health for our school community, we wanted to make you aware of recently learned information — that is, two cases of pertussis have been reported to CJ.
Pertussis (whooping cough), is a respiratory infection caused by bacteria and is primarily spread by direct contact of an infected person. Initially, symptoms begin as a mild respiratory infection and resemble those of a common cold. Within a few weeks, the cough can become more severe and be characterized by coughing episodes of coughing possibly followed by a high-pitched whooping noise. A person with pertussis can spread the bacteria that causes pertussis for up to three weeks after the onset of coughing episodes. Members in a household exposed to pertussis, and who may be harboring the bacteria, can bring the bacteria home and infect others in the household.
The transmission of pertussis can be prevented by receiving the Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis vaccine. Pertussis is treated with antibiotics. Children diagnosed with pertussis must be isolated from school and extra-curricular activities for the first five days of the antibiotic treatment.
If you or your doctors have further questions, please contact Public Health-Dayton and Montgomery County at 225-4508 or 496-7699.
This report serves as a good reminder for everyone to practice good preventative measures, including frequent hand washing, and covering nose and mouth when coughing. Additionally, if your child is not feeling well or has a fever, please let them stay home from school.
Colleen Norris, School Nurse |
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COMMUNITY UPDATES
Three Reasons to Attend a CJ Parent Reception -
SHARE WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS
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STEMM Idol: Mile Two, LLC
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New members of NHS were inducted during morning Mass.
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Eagles women's golf competed in districts this week.
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Testing Day -
SPECIAL SCHEDULE
Wednesday, Oct. 10 | Dismissal at 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 10 is a PSAT testing day. The PSAT is not only practice for the SAT test, but it is also used for qualification to the National Merit Scholarship Program. Juniors and sophomores will be taking the official PSAT while freshmen will take the ninth grade version of the test. School begins at 8:05 a.m. with dismissal at 12:30 p.m. There will be no ELC this day so all students must exit the building by 1 p.m. Seniors do not have to report to school this day and are encouraged to use the day to finish college applications and/or attend a college visit.
Steve Fuchs, Assistant Principal |
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Fall Phonathon -
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
October 21-24, 28-30, November 1, 4-6 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Cafeteria
Volunteers are needed to help reach out to thousands of alumni and parents during fall Phonathon. Your efforts allow us to maintain updated contact information and remind contributors about the importance of the CJ Annual Fund which helps cover a portion of the cost of every student. A brief training, script, and dinner is provided. Contact Elaine Bonner to volunteer at one of the following shifts from 5:30-8:30 p.m. October 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30; November 1, 4, 5, 6.
This volunteer opportunity is open to current sophomores, juniors and seniors so bring your child and volunteer together!
Elaine Bonner, Annual Giving Coordinator |
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CJ Spirit Store -
UPDATED HOURS
The CJ Spirit Shop will not be open on Friday, Oct. 5 for the all school picnic. Due to school schedule changes next week, the shop will be open on Tuesday, Oct. 9 from 3-3:30 p.m. (instead of Wednesday) and Thursday, Oct. 11 during lunches (instead of Friday). The CJ Spirit Trailer will be open for the Friday, Oct. 12 home football game as originally scheduled.
Don MacLeod, Spirit Store Manager |
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From the Chaplain's Office
Next Thursday, Oct. 11, we will celebrate morning Mass in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Students in Spanish classes are helping to prepare the Mass and it will be celebrated bilingually - in English and Spanish. Please join us for this celebration in the CJ Chapel at 7:20 a.m.
Fr. Bob Jones, SM, Chaplain |
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Sophomore Retreat
Next week is the sophomore retreat which is held on the grounds of Mt. St. John's in Beavercreek. The retreat is held over three days (Oct. 8, 9 and 11) and each sophomore is assigned to go on one of the three days. A letter was sent home with students earlier this week that lists which day each sophomore is attending. Also included in the letter are other details about the day and a permission form that needs to be signed and returned to the students' religion teacher by Friday. The theme for the sophomore retreat is "One in Christ." Please keep the sophomores in your prayers next week.
Kelli Kinnear, Director of Ministry & Service |
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STEMM Idol Speaker Series
Tuesday, Oct. 9 | Homerooms | Community Space
Students are encouraged to attend the next STEMM Idol Speaker Series on Tuesday, Oct. 9 during homerooms in the community space. Lauren Fievisohn, PhD, a threat intelligence analyst, will talk about math, cyber operations and computer science.
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Canstruction
Now Through Monday, Oct. 8
11 "canstruction" models are on display through Monday, Oct. 8 outside the Macy's store in the Dayton Mall. Learn more
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CJ will be participating in a school canstruction competition later this school year. Volunteers and ideas for the structure are welcome.
Meg Draeger, CJ STEMM Coordinator |
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Blue Green Club Meeting
Monday, Oct. 8 | 6-7:15 p.m. | Community Space
As parents and family members of CJ students, please join us for our next Blue Green Club meeting on Monday, Oct. 8 from 6-7:15 p.m. in the community space (former library). Whether a returning member or a new member, we look forward to your participation in the Blue Green Club. We will review upcoming events and how we can best support our students and activities. Please contact Dave Schwager (937-751-4872) with any questions regarding the Blue Green Club.
Dave Schwager, Blue Green Club President |
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Upcoming Varsity Competitions
Football
Friday, Oct. 5 at Fenwick - 7 p.m.
Men's Soccer
Tuesday, Oct. 9 vs. Fenwick - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 11 vs. Northmont - 7 :30 p.m.
Women's Soccer
Saturday, Oct. 6 vs. Anna Local - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 8 vs. Greenon - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 3 at Carroll - 7 p.m.
Women's Volleyball
Tuesday, Oct. 9 at Carroll - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 11 at Eaton - 6:30 p.m.
Jeremy Greenleaf, Director of Athletics |
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Men's Volleyball Open Gyms -
LOCATION UPDATE
Sundays | 3:30-5 p.m. | SCC
Students interested in joining the men's volleyball team are encouraged to attend open gyms being held from 3:30-5 p.m. in the SCC.
Megan Marrinan, Men's Volleyball Head Coach |
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Men's and Women's Swimming Conditioning
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 4-5 p.m. | SCC
Swimming conditioning has now begun and will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays through October. Conditioning is in the SCC from 4-5 p.m. Students who are not playing a fall sport should be attending.
Kate Whistler, Men's and Women's Swimming Head Coach |
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Class of 2022 Vision and Hearing Screenings
Wednesday, Oct. 17 and Thursday, Oct. 18
Vision and hearing screenings for the Class of 2022 will be Wednesday Oct. 17 and Thursday, Oct. 18. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Norris.
Colleen Norris, School Nurse |
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Winter Athletics Parents Meeting
Monday, Oct. 29 | 7 p.m. | Auditorium
Parents who have a student intending to play a winter sport are asked to attend the winter athletics parents meeting on Monday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium.
Jeremy Greenleaf, Director of Athletics |
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Final Forms for Winter Athletes
Those interested in participating in a winter sport need to create/update their Final Forms account. To create an account, follow the link from the
CJ athletic page.
A parent or guardian will need to start the account and sign off on all the forms then the student will need to login and finish the account set up. Both parent and student need to fill out all forms and select the sport they are interested in participating in.
For those who already have an account - both the parent/guardian and student must go in and sign off on all forms as well as select the sport for the current school year. Information from last year does not carry over.
Emily Benson, Administrative Assistant |
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Law Enforcement Recruiting Day
Wednesday, Oct. 31 | 3-6 p.m. | Sinclair Community College
Details about a law enforcement day being held at Sinclair Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 31 can be found
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Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant |
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Picture Retake Day
Wednesday, Nov. 7 | Prior To School
Picture retake day for underclassmen will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 7 before school. This is a Block A late start day. Additional details about retakes will be available closer to the retake date.
Dan Eiser, Yearbook Moderator |
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UD Sinclair Academy Information Session
Thursday, Nov. 8 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | University of Dayton
Learn more about the partnership between the University of Dayton and Sinclair Community College during an information session on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the University of Dayton. You will hear from admission counselors, tour the campus and visit with academic representatives. Learn more
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Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant |
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Engineers Day 2018
Friday, Nov. 9 | 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Sinclair Community College
Sinclair is nationally known for its outstanding programs and state of the art facilities. The Science, Mathematics and Engineering division offers 70 degree and certificate programs that help prepare students to enter STEM fields. Engineers Day is a great opportunity to learn more about the STEM programs offered through interactive presentations where students will meet faculty and staff. Students can
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and learn about the exciting futures that exist in a STEM program at Sinclair.
Emily Saunders, Administrative Assistant |
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Special Scholarships Applications
Classes of 2020, 2021 and 2022
The application for special scholarships for returning students is now available. Please remind your student to apply. A link has been sent to students with instructions. Please note that only students will be able to access this application via their CJ email address. Applications and one recommendation letter (from a non-family member) are due by Saturday, Dec. 1. A FACTS (tuition assistance) application must also be completed (regardless of financial need) for your student to be considered for any scholarship. FACTS applications are also due December 1. FACTS applications are now available
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. For questions about scholarships for returning students, please contact Katie Espino. For questions about FACTS, please contact Katie Malloy.
Katie Espino, Administrative Assistant |
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Katie Malloy, Student Account Specialist |
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Dayton Walk to End Alzheimer's -
LAST CALL
Saturday, Oct. 6 | 10 a.m. | Fifth Third Field
This year’s Dayton Walk to End Alzheimer’s is Saturday, Oct. 6, at Fifth Third Field. Last year, more than 3,000 people from the region supported the effort to end Alzheimer’s disease. While at the walk, participants can learn about Alzheimer's and the support programs and services offered by the Alzheimer’s Association Miami Valley Chapter. Participants also honor those affected by Alzheimer's with a poignant tribute known as the Promise Garden ceremony. Please join us. Anyone can register for free. To start a team, click
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. If you would like a CJ team to support, join the Chaminade Julienne Women’s Soccer team. The Alzheimer’s Association appreciates the support of the Chaminade Julienne community.
Edwina Blackwell Clark, Alzheimer's Assoc. Miami Valley Chapter |
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