Community e-News l 8.29.21 |
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"We'll be our sisters's keeper, so the whole world will know that we're not alone!" We celebrated the 200 new community members at Wednesday's liturgy. Welcome to the Sisterhood, glad you're here! |
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The Week Ahead...
Mon. Aug. 30
Tues. Aug. 31
Wed. Sep. 1
Thu. Sep. 2
Fri. Sep. 3
Mon. Sep. 6
School Holiday - Labor Day
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We look forward to seeing you for our Back to School Night this coming Thursday. More details can be found below.
Often, we use the built-in Community Time as a block to engage students with activities and information that was missed last year in our hybrid environment. It also invites students to connect with teachers, work on assignments and projects, participate in clubs, and create a true community.
Thursday’s schedule will be unique. 6th period will follow lunch. Immediately after the conclusion of 6th period at 1:20 PM, students will remain in their classes to complete the Panorama Survey, which is expected to take 10-15 minutes. Once complete, students will be free to leave for the day at about 1:30 PM. Check the "X-Block B Day" column of our Bell Schedule.
This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to get a head start on the long weekend! Enjoy!
Kevin Cushing
Principal
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Case Update
There have been five positive COVID-19 cases with students this year, but through contact tracing, we found the spread did not occur on campus. Four of these positive test results came within the first week of school and were traced to off-campus interactions. The fifth positive case result was returned August 20.
With our contract tracing and procedures, we have not seen any on-campus spread. Thank you for your collaboration as we continue balancing safety with a return to the activities that make Carondelet so special.
On-campus Testing
Free COVID-19 testing for students, faculty, and staff is available on Carondelet and De La Salle campuses on Mondays and Wednesdays. Sign up for testing.
Vaccination Status
Families are encouraged to disclose student vaccination status to inform procedure in case of close contact to a positive case. If the status remains undisclosed, we will assume that the student is not vaccinated.
Close Contact Procedure
Contra Costa Health Services has implemented new standards for what qualifies as close contact in K-12 educational settings. View our COVID-19 Response page and chart that details the steps students will be asked to take if close contact with an individual that tests positive for COVID-19 occurs based on vaccination status.
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Back to School Night - Sep 2
Join us for Back to School Night on September 2 at 6:30! Tour campus, meet staff and faculty, and experience Carondelet. Refer to an email sent Wednesday from Elizabeth Chaponot for your student's class schedule.
Due to changing COVID-19 policies, we ask that only one parent/guardian attend per student. Family representatives are expected to follow the same masking protocols as students.
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Everyday Uniform Review
Please review the uniform policy of approved apparel below. It is also listed on the website. For questions regarding uniform policy, please contact Assistant Dean, Alexis Bustamante.
Tops
Any Carondelet or De La Salle polo, shirt, or sweater.
Seniors may wear college/university shirts and sweatshirts.
Bottoms
Mills Skirt options include navy, gray, plaid. All skirts must be worn with biker shorts, leggings, or tights underneath.
Pant options include black, blue, or khaki pants. No rips or tears. Pants may be denim, chino, or dress pant material.
Shoes must have a backstrap.
Not Allowed
Khaki skirts, leggings, sweats, pajama pants are not permitted for any student.
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Drop off/Pick up
Carondelet students and families should not be making U-turns at the fire station on Treat Blvd. This is a dangerous turn and impedes the ability of first responders in the event of an emergency.
Early Dismissal Passes
Reminder for students who have permission to leave school early: Please check email for the early out passes stop into the Attendance Office before leaving campus.
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Shout out to this sharpshooter!
Kaleigh Castillo '22 recently represented the U.S. in the Junior Olympics and won bronze for International Bunker!
The first time she picked up a shotgun was less than four years ago after joining the Carondelet-De La Salle trap team her freshman year. Congratulations Kaleigh!
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View the Athletics calendar for August 29-Sep 4.
Check out recaps from last week's games.
Check Schoology by 2 PM every day to see if practices/competitions have been canceled due to poor air quality. If there is no update, practice/competitions will happen.
Cougar spirit items are now available at the School Store.
Basketball open gyms will run through October. Participants MUST be cleared for athletic participation before starting.
Cross Country 9/1 at 2:30 PM (after the last bell) in the Athletics Office
Tennis 9/2 at 3:15 PM at the CAC
To volunteer at athletics events or drive student-athletes, parents/guardians must complete the required steps to be fully cleared.
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Each week, your College + Career counselors share updates for students and families about upcoming opportunities for your road to college. Click the button for the full update |
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Juniors: Juniors will spend Community Block on Tuesday, August 31 learning about and preparing for the PSAT. Attendance will be taken. Students need to bring headphones for the Zoom presentation and something for taking notes.
Freshmen: The Virtual Road to College Information Night is September 8. We will walk families through the road to college and how they can support their child's post-high school goals. A Zoom link will be posted on Schoology and emailed to all families.
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Ven a Ver DC (Friday, Nov. 5 - Monday, Nov. 8) is an immersion trip to Washington D.C. to participate in the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice with other high school and college students from across the country. Juniors and seniors may apply. Contact Vanessa Miranda with questions.
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Retreat Registrations
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Shalom Retreat (Class of 2023) Register ASAP. Spots are limited and filling quickly.
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More than high school. Her school.
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Carondelet High School l 1133 Winton Drive l Concord, CA 94518 l CarondeletHS.org
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