Welcome to the Spartan Sentinel, our monthly electronic newsletter for all things DePaul Catholic. |
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The Sentinel has become our most effective method of communication to the members of Spartan Nation, current, past and future.
It is amazing the positive response we have received over the past few years as we work to keep you updated on how we are doing. We are also interested in how you are doing. Please stay in touch.
As usual, the students are excited this week. They are looking forward to a well earned vacation from school. The seniors especially are getting itchy as the end of the year nears.
School will close after a half day on Thursday. During the morning, a group of students will perform the Living Stations of the Cross. Great work by Ms. Sevean and all the members of the Theology Department.
Kids are funny, you know. Most don’t think it is cool to be outwardly religious and then you find out that many volunteer at their church and perform other works of Christian Charity. The students of DePaul understand the events of Holy Week and the meaning of Easter Sunday.
Many students arrived at DePaul from a Catholic school and already have a solid foundation. Other students who arrived from public school have been educated in the values we at DePaul hold dear. They have learned their lessons well.
My hope for all kids is that they take a moment this week to stop, reflect and appreciate.
I hope the students in our school never feel alone, as God is always walking down the hall with them. I hope the students in our school gain strength through an understanding that prayer works.
Finally, I hope kids get a chance on Sunday to spend some time with family to celebrate that "Christ has Risen” for them and for us all.
I hope your Easter bonnet is the talk of the town!
Happy Easter!
Best and Be Well,
JM
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Dear Spartan Community:
As we enter Holy Week, it is important to reflect upon this school year. Look at what we have been able to accomplish by working together and cooperating with the everchanging guidelines imposed on us and our ability to adapt and overcome. No matter the challenge, we successfully faced it head on and have been able to keep our students engaged in their academic studies.
This week we will be offering the school day SAT on Wednesday, April 13, and almost 60 members of the Junior Class will be taking this exam. In the past year or two, many colleges and universities have waived this as an entrance requirement, but as we return to a state of normalcy, this is a required component for many students applying for higher education.
The month of May is the start of the sprint towards the end of the school year. Advanced Placement exams will be administered from May 2 to 13 and Senior Final Exams are scheduled for May 23 to 26, 2022. Bishop Sweeney has granted the school a day off and the Bishop’s Holiday will be Friday, May 27, 2022, with no classes in session.
Parents will be receiving communication from me regarding changes that will be put into place effective April 25, 2022 when we return to class from the Easter recess. Please watch for communication from me related to food deliveries during the school day and adherence to the school dress code. More specific information will be forthcoming later in the week.
I pray that you have had a Lenten season that allowed for reflection and a spiritual revival and that the joy of Easter will be a blessing to you, your families, and friends. Please take some time over the Easter recess to reflect on all that God has blessed us with and that the conclusion of this school year be successful. Take the time over the break to be with your families and share each other’s company. A joyous and blessed Easter to all!
Please visit this newsletter on a regular basis to be brought up to speed on the happenings across the campus.
St. Vincent DePaul…Pray for Us!
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DePaul Catholic High School
2022-2023
TUITION RAFFLE
Date: May 2, 2022
Time: 1:00 PM
Where: DePaul Catholic
(winner need not be present)
Don't miss the opportunity to win up to a $10,000 tuition credit for the 2022-2023 school year.
You may gift this to a current or new DePaul student.
All are welcome to participate!
Ticket cost: $100
GRAND PRIZE
50% of Proceeds not to exceed $10,000 tuition credit
Click on the link below for more information and to purchase your ticket
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Welcome, Future Spartans!
Director of Marketing & Enrollment Management
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We are still accepting applications for transfers and for our 8th Grade Prep. Apply today by clicking the link below. Admissions can also be reached at [email protected].
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Meet with the Director of Enrollment Management
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Alumni & Advancement News
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Alumni Baseball Game
On Saturday, April 16th, DePaul Catholic Baseball will take on Ferris High School at 1pm on Joe Lennon Field. Prior to the start of the game, we will be honoring the 2011-12 back-to-back Passaic County Championship teams.
Immediately after the game, we will be hosting our first ever Alumni Game and BBQ.
The cost for the Alumni Game and BBQ is $50.
The $50 fee includes: Official Alumni Game Jersey, a chance to play in the game, food and drinks.
Sign up TODAY!
Questions:
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2nd Annual Fish Fry
GOOD FRIDAY
Friday, April 15, 2022
Catered by Argyles
Questions:
Orders due by Wednesday, April 13th
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The 29th DPC GOLF CLASSIC
June 23, 2022
Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg, NJ
Wild Turkey and Cascades Courses
Honoring:
Msgr. James O'Rorke, Former DP Director
The Bayley Family
Questions regarding foursomes and sponsorship opportunities should be directed to Joe Lennon: [email protected]
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SELL OUT THE STORE
The Spring Spartan Shop is now open.
We'll be selling the remainder of our inventory at the current prices (plus a few sale items) from now until June 30th.
The Spartan Shop will close for renovations during the month of July.
When it opens back up on (or around) August 1st, we'll have some new inventory and NEW PRICES. (Many items will be subjected to increases that have been passed along to us by the manufacture.)
Get your items NOW!
Don't forget about our Alumni Shop
Items can be picked up or shipped!
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Spend Your Summer As A Spartan |
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SAVE THE DATE
Summer Sport Camps
Grades 4-9
June 27-30
Football/Basketball Session 1
July 11-14
Girls Volleyball/Baseball
July 18-21
Football/Basketball Session 2
July 25-28
Boys and Girls Lacrosse and Girls Basketball
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The Test Prep course focuses on preparing middle school students who intend to sit for a High School entrance exam. Students will navigate through the structure and setup of a variety of entrance exams and practice sample content while receiving valuable test-taking tips. Our goals are to familiarize students with possible formats, help them build confidence in their abilities, and give them a competitive advantage on test day.
Rising 8th Grade Students
July 11-21, 2022
(Monday - Thursday each week)
8:30am - 9:30am
$200
Please direct all questions to:
Mrs. Kimberly Forsyth '05
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News From The Theology Department |
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As we conclude the Lenten season and begin Holy Week, our students are engaged in learning and service.
All students have been going regularly to the chapel for the sacrament of Reconciliation and with opportunities to participate in the Stations of the Cross after school on Fridays. Some students are also preparing for the "Living Stations of the Cross" which will be prayed and presented on Holy Thursday for the entire school.
With deadlines for Christian Service submissions fast approaching, many students have been stepping up to help others. The Final Christian Service Time Log, "Completed Service Hours", (a minimum 15 hours) is due on May 6, 2022. The "Project or Essay Assignment" is the due date set by the individual theology teacher.(Please see your Theology teacher for your individual class deadline). All students must submit their service log on the MobileServe App.
Mrs. Haggerty finished the 5th Midnight Run of the year this past weekend. Once again, students packed food, sorted and distributed items to the homeless in various sites throughout New York City.
For the Sophomores, we are beginning to plan for the Cardboard City Retreat on May 6th, and the students may be asking for support in the form of pledges and donations that will help to fund the Midnight Run events in their Junior year.
The Sophomore class will have their grade level retreat on May 11th during part of the school day, and the Junior class will have a service retreat during the week of May 16th during part of the school day as well.
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Last Friday night, our Singing Spartans performed "A Night On Broadway" at Brightview Senior Living. |
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Spanish 1 classes learned about the Mexican artist Frida Khalo this week. They took the challenge to use a mirror and sketch their “Autorretrato” (self portrait). |
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If you are making purchases on Amazon, please consider supporting DePaul at no extra cost with smile.amazon.com
Choose DePaul Catholic High School Inc as your charitable organization and let the shopping begin!
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Please Donate Your Used Items!
One person’s old shirt is another person’s new start. Drop your used items into the green bins on the right side of the parking lot. It’s an easy way to help DePaul and those in need!
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PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Advisor- Sr. Jeanne Agans Co-Presidents- Kim Wilderson and Julie Sullivan
Secretary- Leslie Minuitti Treasurer- Veronica Corbutt Hospitality- Deb Murray, Laura Lee
Calendar Raffle- Rosa Calle-Pont, Najat Rosario Tricky Tray- Janelle Feather, Giselle Micchio
Snack Stand- Allison Beshada, Laura Lee Public Relations- Brenda Salamon
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