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Students Visit CSJs at Carondelet Center
"Visiting the sisters at the Carondelet Center in Los Angeles was very touching and one of the best days I've experienced in a while," said Allison McCaffrey '20.
"W
hen visiting the sisters in hospice care, all they wanted was a smile or a quick conversation.
That's what really hit me throughout the day, t
he simplest things gave them so much joy."
"I had always heard stories of the brave and compassionate women who founded our school," said Catherine Quillin '18. "Despite these stories, I never quite felt like I had a true connection with them. I would walk through these halls without thinking of the history behind them.
"However, this changed when I met Sister Margaret Callahan, CSJ. I was told that she was one of the founders of Carondelet. Through my conversation with her, I was able to find a deeper appreciation for attending a school founded by women, who had a vision to educate girls to be women of heart, faith and courage. My experience also encouraged me to pursue a future that uses my Carondelet education to better the world around me."
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'End the Word' Awareness Campaign
by Mia Anzilotti '18
I
started working at Special Olympics this past summer in the Young Athletes Program, where I helped little kids learn basic sports skills. I was then offered a position in the Youth Activation Committee (YAC) where students from the Bay Area work together with the Special Olympics to bring light to their schools about the organization, special education programs and much more.
Since Carondelet doesn't have a special education program, I had to take a different route. Special Olympics provided me with a poster and information about the "Spread the Word to End the Word Campaign." With some help from Ms. Lettire and my Social Justice teacher, Mr. Chaffey, I was able to get tables in the Inner Court, a pledge to end the R-word and a video posted on Schoology, and dozens of students and faculty members willing to sign, pledge, and spread the word. Learn more here!
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Young Scientist Publishes First Research Paper
Congratulations to senior Samantha Brown '18, whose original research was recently published in the science journal PLOS Genetics.
"After I completed my summer project at Brown University and submitted an individual research review, my professor invited me to formally join his lab team, and so I collaborated with them and in the process was able to co-author this publication," said Sam, who will attend Brown in the fall and continue being part of the research team.
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What I loved the most about this project was that I was doing something I was so passionate about and am now tangibly able to see the results of my long dedication.
"Also, as the youngest member of the team, I was never treated as less-able or inferior, and the whole team was so inviting to me when I first joined. It helped show me what I want to do later in life as a medical researcher, and I would definitely recommend any type of opportunity like this to someone looking for or pursuing their own passions."
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Let's Celebrate the Arts!
For more than 10 years, members of the Visual and Performing Arts departments from Carondelet and De La Salle High Schools have worked to increase awareness and support for our arts programs by creating venues for students to share art.
This year's events include:
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Friday, April 20
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Choir Concert & Dance Showcase at 7 p.m. in the Carondelet Gym
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April 26 - May 5
(various dates) |
Company presents "Little Shop of Horrors" in the De La Salle Theatre
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| Friday, April 27 |
Art Show opening at 6 p.m. in DLS OC
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| April 27 - May 4 |
Art Show open during school hours in the DLS OC
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| Friday, May 11 |
Concert & Jazz Band Concert at 7 p.m. in DLS Theatre |
Please come and see all that the Visual and Performing Arts students have to offer! |
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College Preview Night Coming Up
College Preview Night is coming up on Wednesday, April 18 at 6 p.m. the DLS Hofmann Center. This is an opportunity for juniors and their parents to meet college representatives and preview a variety of university programs.
Hear from representatives from the University of California system, the California State University system, out-of-state universities, private universities, community colleges, and Colleges that Change Lives. Each of these guests will speak about the college admission process, offer insight into how admission decisions are made, and will review case studies of two mock applicants.
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Graduation 2018 Web Page Now Live
All information about this year's Class of 2018 Graduation is now available on the Carondelet website.
The graduation ceremony will be held in the Carondelet Gym. All graduates will receive
four tickets for family members to attend commencement in the gym. There will be additional seating the Garaventa Center, where a live video of the ceremony will be shown on the big screen. More information about graduation and all senior activities can be found on the
Graduation 2018 web page.
Additionally, tickets are now on sale for Grad Night celebrations, which will take place from
Sunday, May 27 at 7:30 p.m. through May 28 at 3:00 a.m. Tickets are $175 and are on sale now through Sunday, May 6. You can find
more details here.
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Join Us April 30 for the Cougar Classic!
Registration is
now open
for Carondelet's annual golf tournament!
Now called the "
Cougar Classic," this fun-filled day on the course includes a scramble-style format at the exclusive Blackhawk Country Club, prizes, awards, a premium hosted bar and a clubhouse banquet -- all to benefit young women's education. Join us!
Sponsorships Available
Promote your business by sponsoring our tournament - check out the
sponsorship opportunities here.
Blackhawk Country Club
Monday, April 30
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Athlete of the Week
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Shelby Bates '20
Diving
Shelby Bates took second overall in last week's meet against San Ramon Valley and Monte Vista. Shelby is steadily improving in all of her dives and has been a consistent role model for our divers that are new to the sport. Keep up the great work, Shelby!
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Go, Cougars!
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Community Service Opportunities
Students may go to the Community Service Office to sign-up for the following service
oppor
tunities or to receive more information:
Francis in the Schools needs help preparing for two events in April where they provide a delightful educational musical drama/video on the life of Francis of Assisi, followed by a nutritious lunch and fun-filled faire activities such as face painting, dance, flower arranging, games, and more for children living in underserved neighborhoods. Volunteers are needed to help with cookie decorating, wrapping, preparing fresh flowers, and decorations at the Sufism Reoriented Sanctuary, 11 White Horse Court in Walnut Creek from March 27 through April 8. If you would like to volunteer, please sign-up on this link. If you need more information, please call Victoria at (925) 708-7459 or Hoda at (925) 212-1781.
BINGO callers are needed at
Aegis Living of Pleasant Hill on Fridays at 4:00 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering, please email
Rochelle Balancio, Activities Assistant or call her at (925) 939-2700.
Mindful Littles, a non-profit organization, needs volunteers to help at their events. They organize community service projects for young children and families, and they teach them about mindfulness and compassion. For more information, please
visit their website or email
Tanuka Gordon, Founder/Executive Director.
The Plant Exchange needs volunteers on Saturday, March 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event is held outdoors at Ability Now Bay Area, 4500 Lincoln Avenue in Oakland. For more information, please
visit their website or
email them.
The Monument Crisis Center needs store-bought cookies for their Senior Moments Program. If you would like to donate store-bought cookies for Friday, April 20, please bring them to the Community Service Office before school starts.
The Jefferson Awards, Students In Action Team is helping Nicole Ramos collect school supplies for Sepanton Elementary School in the Philippines. These students are unable to afford basic school supplies. They need crayons, pencils, and notebooks, but other school supplies are welcome. If you are interested in helping, please bring your donations to Mrs. Lawrence in the Community Service Office by Friday, April 27.
The
4th Annual Hope Walk is on Saturday, May 19 at Heather Farm Park in Walnut Creek from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to cheer/direct the participants, dress up in fun costumes, create signs with encouraging messages, play musical instruments, dance/perform, sing, etc. All proceeds benefit
Cancer Support Community San Francisco Bay Area. More information will be forthcoming.
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PIP Hour Opportunities
Looking for a way to get involved and earn your 20 PIP hours? Visit the
Volunteer Opportunities page of the website for a list of available opportunities.
If you have any
questions
regarding your volunteer
requirements and
clearance, contact our
Volunteer Coordinator Ms. Renee Gistand.
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Subscribe to Our E-Newsletter
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As a reminder, this will ONLY add you to our E-Newsletter distribution list, it will not update any of your information in PowerSchool. For PowerSchool updates, please contact Ms. Katie Almonte, Data Analyst.
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Upcoming Events & Special Schedules
Wednesday, March 28 -
Friday, April 6 |
Easter Break - Have a blessed holiday!
We'll see you all back on campus Monday, April 9. |
| Wednesday, April 11 |
Parent Association Board meeting (open to all)
6:30 p.m.
Faculty Lounge |
| Thursday, April 12 |
Special Schedule
National Letter of Intent signing
9:35 a.m.
Class of 2020 - Mandatory meeting
1:55 p.m. |
| Tuesday, April 17 |
Class of 2022 Welcome Night
6:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday, April 18 |
College Preview Night for Juniors
6 p.m.
DLS Hofmann Center |
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