Dear Students and Parent/Guardians,
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 is the 9th annual Frosh Day of Service. This is a special day when the entire freshman class engages in the Carondelet tradition of “serving our dear neighbor.” Our Carondelet students are known for their generous service to the wider community. This year, the frosh class will be able to participate in direct service with Kids Against Hunger, a local organization that provides meals to children in developing countries and the United States. Students are also supported in reflecting on how they imagine continuing to serve in the community. Please note that this is an integral part of our curriculum and is not an optional activity for any student. We have planned for and expect full participation of all 9th grade students on this very important day.
Important Details:
Frosh Day of Service is from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the day. All freshman students will report to the Inner Court as soon as they arrive on campus to help the check in and attendance process go smoothly.
Every student needs to do the following:
- eat a hearty breakfast
- bring a reusable water bottle (labeled with their name)
- bring their iPad (make sure devices are fully charged)
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bring a small backpack to hold their water bottle and iPad
- wear jeans (no rips, distressed, or frays) and a Carondelet shirt, t-shirt, or sweatshirt
- wear comfortable shoes (no open-toe shoes for safety reasons)
- After a morning welcome and prayer, all students will learn about food insecurity and poverty through activities and reflection.
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Then, students will participate in meal packing with Kids Against Hunger followed by a structured reflection.
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All students will be dismissed at 12:30 PM.
Important pick up information: You will pick up your student in the Convent parking lot. We recommend arriving on campus at 12:15 PM and parking (if you are able to do so). Your student will walk out to your car, and then please leave the parking lot immediately. We ask that you adhere to these guidelines because there will be several pick ups happening at the same time due to on-campus PSAT testing.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Vanessa Miranda via email or phone. We look forward to this unique day where our students will be able to serve the dear neighbor!
Peace and blessings,
Campus Minister for Community Service and Social Advocacy
925-686-5353 ext. 141
