August 23, 2021
A city set on a hill cannot be hidden….Matthew 5
Dear Cardinal Newman Families,
It was wonderful to see all of our students on campus Friday. We had an excellent day! Students were able to meet with all of their classes. During a brief assembly in the gym, we shared our motto and theme for the year. Our student leaders then introduced our new Whole School House program to everyone. All students in the school will be in one of eight ‘Houses’. Their House was revealed to them during that Assembly, with much excitement. They then went outdoors and enjoyed pizza with their newly discovered House members. I want to thank Ms. Laura Chambers for organizing this event and program for us.
We are now moving into our first full week. On Wednesday we will celebrate our Mass of the Holy Spirit. This will be a Formal Attire day. On Friday we will host a House Retreat Day, which will give further opportunity for House members to associate and get to know one another.
There are a few items to note below that are important to note. Please take a few moments to read through them.
Work and Absences
Last year we were able to offer synchronous online instruction for students who opted to remain home due to the conditions that we found ourselves in. Faculty made an heroic effort to make this available for families. As circumstances have evolved, we have not made the learn-at- home option available this year. We understand, however, that there will be periods of extended absence that may occur. We will address these as we have had other extended absences in the past, meeting the particular needs of each individual student.
Should a student need to have an extended absence, we will provide instructional information through Schoology. Teachers will also schedule time that they might meet virtually with students, as needed, in order to provide further help or instruction. The Guidance Counselor will become the locus of communication for these students, as they have been in the past for extended absences. We will work to meet the needs of all as they arise.
Traffic Patterns on Campus
We have returned to our traditional drop-off and pick-up locations on campus. An email from Mr. Assey went out last night explaining campus traffic patterns. Please refer to that email if you need clarification.
Meet our Director of College Counseling
Last spring, we hired a new Director of College Counseling, Ms. Brittany Melvin. She has hit the ground running and is looking forward to working with our families. We invite all junior and senior parents to attend a Meet the Counselor night on Thursday evening at 6:30 PM. Masks are required. You also must RSVP, since space is limited, and you can do so here.
Back to School Night
Please be sure to add Back to School Night, September 1st, to your calendar if you have not already. We will begin at 6:30 PM.
Seniors
The senior privilege to leave campus for lunch and free blocks will be in effect starting Tuesday. Parents must fill out the appropriate forms on the school website in order to take full advantage. If they wish to leave for lunch or free blocks, please be sure those forms are completed. They can be found and signed here.
We look forward to a great week ahead! Let’s be sure to keep all faculty, all of our families, and all those that are sick in our prayers
Sincerely yours,
Robert A. Loia
August
Monday, 23
Red
St. Rose of Lima
Lunch Program Begins
Tuesday, 24
Black
St. Bartholomew
Wednesday, 25
Red
St. Louis of France
Mass of the Holy Spirit – Whole School Mass Schedule
Formal Attire Day
Thursday, 26
Black
St. Joseph Calasanz
College Guidance Night – Introduction of our Director of College Guidance to junior and senior families – 6:30 PM – PAC
Friday, 27
NC
St. Monica
No color today – House Retreat Day (Chambers)
Saturday, 28
St. Augustine
