Community e-News l 11.20.22 | |
On Thursday our first Visions of Christmas officially kicked off with the High Tea & Fashion Show. For more photos look here. It's not too late to be a part of the Visions celebrations, buy tickets here for Sip & Tree on Tuesday, Nov. 29. | |
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Nov. 21 - 25
Thanksgiving Break
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Don't miss out on important school information: at the bottom of your eNews be sure to always click "View entire message or view more" to see the newsletter in its entirety. | |
A Message from our VP of Student Life and Mission | |
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Dear Carondelet Community,
We hope that all of our students, families, faculty and staff have a restful, peaceful, and joy filled Thanksgiving break. Our community has worked hard since August, developing our minds, bodies, and spirits through academic classes, club activities, athletic competition, artistic pursuits, spiritual and religious experiences, and friendships. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to take a breath and reflect on how much one has grown, gather strength to finish the semester, and set goals for the rest of 2022.
Next Sunday, I am looking forward to sharing with you all the activities and events that we have in store as we approach finals and the Christmas break. In the meantime, enjoy this time with your family!
Blessings,
Jennifer Reinwald
Vice Principal of Student Life and Mission
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Our gratitude is 'Brewing' for you
An enormous Thank you to all of you who attended the High Tea and Fashion Show on Thursday. We all had a wonderful time building community and raising our paddles for the Cannon Wellness Center. If you'd like to support our wellness initiative, you can make a gift today!
Deck Your Halls with a Carondelet Tree AND All Its Gifts!
There is still plenty of time to Deck your Halls and take home an amazing tree for the holidays! Enter now for the chance to win one of our renowned Tree Drawing Christmas Trees: Carondelet Country Christmas, Christmas en la Cocina, the Gift of Tuition, to Disney and Beyond, and a Wellness Tree!
Collectible Carondelet Ornament
The perfect timeless keepsake for your family, student, or alumna representing the spirit of Carondelet. Limited quantities available for purchase here.
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Tech Reminders
Give your student's iPad a refresh this Thanksgiving break by updating it to iOS 15.7 and then a break by powering it completely off.
Attendance Reminders
For any absence, tardy, or early out, please contact the Attendance Office before 10:00 AM. We understand that last-minute appointments or emergencies do occur, however, early communication is the best way to ensure that we can dismiss your student on time.
We are continuing to see a rise in cold and flu-like symptoms on campus. If your student is feeling unwell, please keep them home and report their absence to the Attendance Office. Masks are optional for all students and are available in the Main Office.
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Finals Snacks Needed
The Parent Association will provide snacks during finals week for the students on December 13 -15. We are in need of some parent volunteers to help set up, distribute snacks, and clean up. If you can, please sign up to donate. All items can be dropped off in the Convent by December 2nd. Please take a look at the SignUp Genius and see if you can help.
Coffee with Your Dear Neighbor is coming to Brentwood!
Come have some coffee and pastries and just hang out and chat. Meet other Carondelet families that may live in your neighborhood. Our fifth morning coffee will now be on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Starbucks inside Raley’s in Brentwood 9:00 - 10:30 AM.
Secure your Father-Daughter Dance tickets now!
Get your tickets for this annual Fathers Club cherished event on Saturday, December 3, 6:00-9:00 PM in the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation. A night of dinner, dancing, fun, a photo booth, and hot chocolate to end the night! Reserve your tickets today. It will be here before you know it. Purchase tickets here!
Follow Our New Parent/Guardian Social Media
Instagram: @carondelet_fam l Facebook: @Carondelet Fam
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Beginning in January
Please click this link to double-check the date of the retreat for which your student is registered. There is no additional cost for the retreat; it is included in tuition. Parents who have students attending the first two Shalom retreats in January should have received a communication from Campus Ministry last week with some initial information, including an invitation to the parent meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 7:00 PM in the Carondelet Library.
Waiting List
Most Shalom retreats have full waiting lists, so if your student cannot attend the retreat she is registered for, please reach out to Edie Payne ASAP so that we can fill the spot with someone on the waiting list. There is a $200 fee for canceling within two weeks of the retreat. If your student is not registered to attend Shalom, there is room on the March 27-28, 2023 retreat only. To register, complete and submit this online form.
Ven a Ver Applications for Spring Deadline Extended
Applications for our spring immersions are now accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Read more and apply for our spring immersion trips: Ven a Ver Borderlands (juniors and seniors) and Ven a Ver Fruits of Labor (frosh and soph) here.
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Model United Nations Club | |
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Stanford MUN Conference
Carondelet students attended the Model United Nations Conference at Stanford University last Veteran's Day weekend. This conference attracts high school students nationwide to participate in a simulation of the actual United Nations. Carondelet students stepped into the shoes of ambassadors from member states to resolve global issues through debate and negotiation. They spent the weekend practicing public speaking and collaborative problem-solving skills while meeting other motivated high school students from across the nation.
Carondelet is planning to attend Model UN conferences:
- Harvard Model Congress: Jan. 13-15
- UC Berkeley MUN: Mar. 3-5
If you have any questions about participating in Model United Nations, please contact our MUN Club Moderator, Phil Miller.
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Applications Closing Soon for the Class of 2027!
Applications are closing Friday, December 9 for the Class of 2027! Apply online through our Admissions webpage. If you have any questions you can email [email protected] for more information.
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Speaker Series: Lessons from Life at Mach 25 | |
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Astronaut Steve Smith
Don't miss Astronaut Steve Smith! He'll share amazing stories from his four trips to space and inspire us all to achieve our biggest goals. On January 26 at 7:00 PM at the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation.
RSVP for free, but secure your seat soon since there is limited space! We will open this event soon to the wider East Bay community.
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All C&C Weekly Updates can be found on the website
- The College Counseling team invites freshmen parents to attend our annual College Information Night on Monday, Dec. 5 from 7:00-8:00 PM via Zoom. (Zoom link will be sent to families.) We will provide you with an overview of our college counseling process at Carondelet, talk about ways you can support your child as they begin thinking about college, and discuss selecting 10th-grade courses.
- Seniors, if you need assistance with your FAFSA, Mrs. San Miguel will be hosting an in-person FAFSA workshop on Dec. 12 from 4:00-6:00 PM.
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The 2022-2023 Coolidge Scholarship application is now live. This scholarship is open to juniors and is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that may be used for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university.
Read more on the College and Career Website
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Weight Room Update
No open lifts the week of November 21-25. Open lifts will return the following week and will be Tuesday/Thursday 5:15 -6:00 PM.
Basketball Team Store
The Basketball Team Store has been extended through November 21 for our new members of the frosh team!
Fall Uniform Returns
Connect with your fall sports coach regarding uniform returns. If issued uniforms are not returned promptly, laundered and in good condition, you will be charged a replacement fee.
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Middle School Christmas Concert | |
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Uniform Updates
As the cold weather sets in, we are now allowing solid-colored outerwear jackets, coats or vests to be worn over Carondelet/De La Salle sweatshirts. This change is to ensure that students are warm enough on campus and during passing periods. Please note that flannels and non-Carondelet/De La Salle sweatshirts/fleeces are not permitted. Additionally, solid-colored tights and leggings can be worn under skirts. Sweatpants and pajamas are not permitted. We encourage students to layer up and dress for the weather.
To clarify, slippers are not allowed even if they are close-toed and/or have backs on them. Our uniform guidelines specifically state "no slippers allowed." However, Ugg-style boots and other winter boots are permitted on campus.
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Support Carondelet with Purchases you Make Everyday | |
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Amazon Smile
When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon donates 0.5% of the purchase price to Carondelet High School. Bookmark this link and support us every time you shop.
Escrip
Escrip rebates to Carondelet a portion of purchases you make at hundreds of participating stores and online vendors. Your card information is kept secure and confidential. Carondelet’s Group Identification Number is 5825088. Register with Escrip and select Carondelet High School as the recipient of your Escrip support.
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London 2023 - ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT
This trip covers it all from fashion design, health sciences, the physics of roller coasters, ecology, and even Harry Potter! Check out more information here.
Email Lesley Schooler for the Zoom Link
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Spain and France Trip 2023
Vamos to Spain and France for un voyage of a lifetime during spring break 2023! We'll visit celebrated landmarks, taste scrumptious food, and experience life à l'européenne.
De La Salle students who take Spanish or French classes at Carondelet are invited to participate alongside Carondelet students of Spanish and French.
Check out the dates, itinerary, and price on the trip website.
For more information about this trip, please reach out to Nadine Amarelo.
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