Community e-News l 04.30.23 | |
This week our frosh, sophomores, juniors, and seniors dressed up and participated in games to showcase their school spirit for our Battle of the Boldest competition. Congratulations to the Class of 2023, you are the boldest class this year! Click here to view and download photos from the rally. | |
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A Message from our VP of Academics and Tech | |
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To The Carondelet Community,
The year is winding down and the big events to look forward to this week is the launch of this year’s AP testing. Carondelet participates in the College Board’s Advanced Placement programming (AP for short). AP courses give students the chance to tackle college-level work while they're still in high school. The yearlong classes offered in subjects in all departments (outside of Religion) are intense and content-heavy. They culminate in externally graded tests that the students sit for and depending on the grade received, can give students college credit. Currently, Carondelet students have 23 AP courses available to them, and next year, we are adding two new AP courses to our programming (AP Human Geography and AP European History).
If your child has an AP test this week (you will find the schedule below). Please make sure that they get a good night’s sleep and remind them that the result does not determine their worth. Just taking the class has already exposed them to college-level coursework and has helped them develop and gain academic skills. We are proud of their hard work and this testing is just more experience and an opportunity for growth!
Dr. Elizabeth Chaponot
Vice Principal of Academics and Ed Tech
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Enrollment Contracts Closing
Tomorrow (May 1) is the last day to sign your enrollment contracts for the 2023-24 school year. Enrollment contracts for returning students are available in your SchoolAdmin portal. Please reach out to Colleen Gill '15 directly with any questions.
Garaventa Closed for Testing, Epicurean Cafe Open
The Garaventa Center will be closed May 1 - 10 for AP Testing. Epicurean Cafe will continue with regular service out of the back of the Garaventa Center. Students interested in purchasing food will enter the cafe through the back doors off of Winton Drive.
Vape Detectors Installed
To help keep our campus drug-free, we have installed vape detectors in our student restrooms. Students in the restroom during a vape alert are subject to a search and students caught vaping will be subject to disciplinary action. In both instances, parents/guardians will be notified. Questions? Contact Caitlin Main ‘05, Dean of Students.
Rising Seniors, Class of 2024
It's time to submit ideas for your senior song and color. Please complete this form by Monday at 11:00 PM for your ideas to be considered. Look out for more information on future votes by checking Schoology and our Class of 2024 Instagram.
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Week 1 AP Testing
Students who are testing at 8:00 AM are free to leave campus following their exam. Students who have a 12:00 PM exam do not need to attend morning classes. Lunch will be available for purchase outside the back of the Garaventa for the two weeks of AP Testing.
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| Time | Subject | Location | | Mon. May 1
8:00 AM | US Government & Politics | Garaventa | | Mon. May 1
12:00 PM | Chemistry | Library | | Tues. May 2
8:00 AM | Environmental Science | Garaventa | | Tues. May 2
12:00PM | Psychology | Garaventa | | Wed. May 3
8:00 AM | English Literature & Composition | Garaventa | | Wed. May 3
12:00 PM | Computer Science A | Library | | Thur. May 4
8:00 AM | Macroeconomics | Library | | Thur. May 4
12:00 PM | Statistics | Garaventa | | Fri. May 5
8:00 AM | United States History | Garaventa | | |
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Volunteers Needed
Snacks for Finals
We are so close to finals and we want our students to have some amazing snacks for brain power. Please consider signing up to donate some items.
Senior Send-off Volunteers Needed
Come help our seniors celebrate! We are in need of volunteers for check-in and chaperoning the event. Sign up here.
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Golf Donations Needed
We are still needing snacks and drinks for our thirsty and hungry golfers! Please take a look at the sign-ups and help with beer, water, and snacks. Please click here to sign up for a donation and email Audrey Richardson if you have a business, vacation home, extra airline miles, gift cards, etc. to contribute. Donations can be dropped off Monday, May 1 - Thursday, May 4.
Click here to view and download photos from last year's Cougar Classic!
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Mothers' Day Brunch
Saturday, May 23
10:30 AM
Carondelet Campus
Join us for a morning of faith, food, and family as we reignite our Carondelet tradition of Mother-Daughter liturgy and brunch.
Our liturgy will reflect on the strength of female relationships; then, we’ll gather for brunch to show our appreciation and love for the strong women in our lives. Register today!
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Fathers Club Update
Last Wednesday was our final meeting of the school year. We had our annual senior panel where dads could ask questions of some of our amazing graduating seniors and they shared experiences over the last four years. We also had some 2027 dads come to check it out!
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Senior Uniform Donations
All senior students are encouraged to donate their used uniform pieces and spiritwear starting on Monday, May 1. All clothing must be clean and in good condition, bagged, and labeled with students first and last name. Donations can be dropped off in Caitlin Main’s office between May 1- May 12.
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Important Dates and Information
All important dates and information for our Class of 2023 students and families can be found on our Graduation & Senior Activities page on the website. Please keep your eye out for updates as they approach.
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All C&C Weekly Updates can be found on the website
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Seniors, if you missed the X Block presentation on Wednesday, April 26, make sure to carefully read the recap email and complete all required steps. These steps are critical to ensure that your final transcript gets sent to your college. Presentation slides
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Are you interested in the healthcare field? The Muir Oral, Facial & Dental Implant Surgery of Walnut Creek is offering an Academic Advantage program to give students interested in a medical or dental career the guidance they need to pursue their dreams. Join them on Saturday, May 6 at the CSU East Bay campus to learn more about the industry, hear from distinguished professionals, and find out the steps you can take to succeed in the healthcare field. All grade levels are invited. RSVP
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Thinking about taking a gap year? Check out the Gap Year Solution podcast and blog post about the benefits of gap years. Additionally, San Francisco University High School will be offering a webinar on May 1 about gap years with SFUHS educator, Scott Laughlin, founder of the Open Road Gap Year Program. Register to attend.
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Oakhurst Country Club is seeking volunteers of all ages to come out around 5 PM to help maintain the course. This entails helping fill divots with sand, picking up range balls, and other course management work. Interested students should email [email protected].
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The Sally Ride Science Academy@UC San Diego summer program offers science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) workshops for students entering 3rd-12th grade. During these workshops, students assume the roles of space explorer, marine biologist, computer programmer, and more as they immerse themselves in hands-on projects. Registration is still open for many in-person and online classes.
Read more on the College and Career Website
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Sports Uniform Returns
As spring sport seasons wind down, please make sure to return any uniforms that were issued to you. Coaches should be communicating dates for uniform returns. All uniforms issued on an “issuance and retrieval” basis should be returned washed, dried, and in a clear plastic bag marked with your full name.
2023-24 Cheer and Dance Tryouts
Cheer and Dance tryouts are coming up soon. Incoming and returning students must complete the 2023-24 Athletic Registration in order to try out on the dates below.
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2023-24 Dance Team Tryouts
Tryout Dates:
May 1 - 3
5:30 - 8:00 PM
Garaventa Center
**All students interested in participating in these optional dance clinics will need to sign the Release of Liability Waiver. Students interested in attending clinics should come wearing comfortable athletics clothing (jazz shoes not required, but preferred). **
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2023-24 Cheer Team Tryouts
Tryout Dates:
May 8 - 11
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Carondelet Gym
**Please note that while the athletics registration process will need to be complete prior to attending tryouts in May, only the waiver will need to be signed in order to attend clinics.**
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Fall Sports Tryouts
Mark your calendars for fall sport tryouts scheduled for the week prior to school, beginning August 7. See the NCS Champion Calendar for winter and spring tryout dates.
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Spread the Word to Incoming 2nd-9th Grade Families | |
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Upcoming Summer Clinics
Summer is the perfect season to explore new activities, discover sports, and get involved. Learn more about the exciting opportunities we have coming soon for middle schoolers and incoming frosh.
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For any questions about spring or summer programming at Carondelet,
please contact Kimber Powers.
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Support Carondelet with Purchases You Make Everyday | |
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More than high school. Her school.
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Carondelet High School inspires excellence by preparing young women to live with heart, faith, and courage in the Catholic tradition and spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph.
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