Community e-News l 8.23.20 |
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Our prayers are with our neighbors, first responders, and the entire Carondelet family throughout California—most especially our alumnae, families, and friends who are personally affected by the destructive fires around the greater Bay Area. From the entire Carondelet staff and faculty, we extend our sincerest hopes for safety, relief, and strength today and in the weeks to come. |
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The Virtual Week Ahead...
Mon. Aug. 24
1/2/3/7 l 8:15 AM start
Tue. Aug. 25
4/5/6/0 l 8:15 AM start
Wed. Aug. 26
Flex Day (Spotlight: 9th) l 8:15 AM start
Sisterhood Liturgy - Frosh | 8:15 AM
Supplies Pick-Up | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu. Aug. 27
1/2/3/7 l 8:15 AM start
Fri. Aug. 28
4/5/6/0 l 8:15 AM start
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Supply Pick Up
Wednesday, August 26
In order to better support learning from home, we will be offering bi-monthly supply pickups. This Wednesday, August 26, from 9 AM to 5 PM we will have supplies available for the classes listed below. Individual teachers will also be communicating directly with their students. Please note: We do have virtual flex day programming on Wednesday. We ask that students and families consult their Cougar Flex Day/Class Spotlight calendars prior to coming to campus.
Supplies will be located under the breezeway near the Main Office. Please park in front of the school and wear a mask when you approach the pickup area. We ask that everyone maintain social distancing guidelines and keep their visit as short as possible. Please contact Caitlin Main ‘05, Dean of Students with any questions.
The following courses/teachers have supplies available for pick up.
- 2D Design, Easthope
- Marine Biology, Mangini
- Physics 9, Padilla & Clark *supplies available for students without access to a printer
- TMS - Engineering & Design, Clark *supplies for students without access to a printer
- Sports Medicine, Czyz
- Junior Book Award Recipients & College Kickstart Raffle Winners, San Miguel
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Sisterhood Liturgy & Bracelets
Hey Frosh Cougars ~ This is a special week for you! We are looking forward to officially welcoming you to the Carondelet Sisterhood at our virtual Sisterhood Liturgy at the beginning of the Frosh Spotlight on Wednesday at 8:15 AM.
One of our many traditions at Carondelet is the Sisterhood Charm Bracelet. It is presented to each frosh student at the beginning of the school year during a special liturgy. These bracelets, along with their red gemstone and St. Joseph charms, symbolize your induction into the Carondelet Sisterhood. Throughout the next four years at Carondelet, you will be given many opportunities to open your heart and grow in heart, faith and courage. After some of your special Carondelet experiences, you will receive a new charm to add to your bracelet.
We will bless your Sisterhood Bracelets during the liturgy on Wednesday morning and they will be presented to you by our Campus Ministry team when you drive-thru campus for your supply pick up later that day.
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Attendance Reminders
Please review these attendance reminders. If a student will miss class, for any reason, a parent/guardian must notify Ms. Malisa Meemari in the Attendance Office as soon as possible. Email is the preferred method of communication with Ms. Malisa. She can also be reached via the Attendance Hotline at (925) 686-5353 ext. 359. In addition to notifying Ms. Malisa, students are always expected to directly connect with their teachers.
After any medical appointment, please email a photo of the school excuse note or appointment verification notice to Ms. Malisa.
Excused absences include: school-sanctioned activities, illness, injury, medical appointments that cannot be made outside of class hours, family emergencies, and religious commitments. Personal business is not considered an excused absence.
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Inside Flex Day: "Let's Talk About Clubs"
In our first inside look at Flex Day, we take you to “Let’s Talk About Clubs” where 250 students learned about the 45 clubs they can participate in at Carondelet. Students learned how they can find out more about specific clubs and join them while in distance learning. “We got, like, a thousand questions,” joked Student Activities Director Maggie Lettire ’13. “But I think we were able to answer all of them in the chat and in video.”
Typically Carondelet hosts Club Fair during the first few weeks of school. In lieu of Club Fair, September will now be a month-long club showcase! Each club will create a website profile with info, video and pics, history, and ways for any students to join. We know clubs, activities, honor societies, and athletic teams are ways that every student can enhance her personal development and sense of purpose. And we’ll continue creating ways for students to interact and share their passions.
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CSF Fall Membership Drive
Hello Cougar families! It's time to celebrate those efforts with academics and service. The CSF (California Scholarship Federation) fall membership drive will occur starting Monday, August 24, though Friday, September 4. Those that are interested will use their spring 2020 grades to qualify. Use this G-form to apply. If you are a frosh, seeking associate membership with a Junior CJSF certificate, you will need to upload an image on the form. There will be no applications accepted after 4:00 PM on Friday September 4! If you have any questions, please contact Merrilee Silveira.
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Fathers Club Meeting
All current and alumnae dads and father figures are welcome to attend the first Fathers Club meeting of the year. The virtual meeting will be Thursday, August 27 at 5 PM. The Fathers’ Club is open to all Carondelet dads, so you’re already a member!
Join us to learn about the mission of the club, meet other dads, get advice on helping your daughters through their distance learning experience, and hear about future events planned for the group. To get the Zoom meeting login details, please email Ann Schiffenhaus, Director of Alumnae Engagement.
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Caring by Collecting Clothes
Senior and captain of the Varsity Soccer team, Jordyn Young ’21, gives back with the help of her teammates, donating more than 300 personal items to the Hall Closet at Juvenile Hall. Jordyn has organized the collection hundreds of items including coats, clothing, shoes, blankets, bedding, baby items, and more.
Jordyn and the soccer team won the CIF Northern California Championship last year. Soon after that achievement, shelter-in-place orders came down. She reflects, “COVID-19 has put into perspective the real challenges being faced in our community and the reality that you are never too young to make a difference. You are never too young to be the difference.” Read the full story.
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Introducing Library Curbside Service |
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Our librarians are happy to introduce curbside service for students while we are in distance learning. Email Ms. Koski and she will bag your library and/or textbook items for pick-up outside Ms. Malisa's Attendance Office. Ms. Koski is on campus 7:45 AM - 3:45 PM to assist with books, resources, and research and is always happy to answer questions! Students can also place requests directly through our Library Catalog by logging in with their school username and password.
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Due to our current weather conditions and poor air quality we may be required to cancel training camps and sessions at any time. According to the Air Quality Index an unhealthy index of 151 will be our determining number. Coaches will be in communication with their athletes if workouts change. We will also communicate via our social media platforms by 2:30 PM when necessary.
There are several actions that families need to complete in order to volunteer or for their student-athlete to participate in Athletics. Please review the Athletics Family Checklist to start the process.
If you have questions about:
Thank you and go Cougars!
Director of Athletics
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Back to School Night
Virtual - Thursday, September 3
This year we will be holding Back to School Night virtually with each of your students’ teachers outlining their course in pre-recorded videos. You’ll receive a list of videos based on her schedule. We’ll also introduce a Q&A system to support any questions you might have. We’ll share more details as we get closer to the Back to School Night on Sept. 3.
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Updates from College & Career
Each week, your College & Career counselors will share updates for students and families about upcoming opportunities for your road to college. In this week's edition, here are some of the highlights:
- NCAA Changes for Class of 2021
- Freshmen Road to College Night l September 9
- Junior Jump Start l August 27
- Upcoming College Rep Visits
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School Store
Direct Delivery to Your Home
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Shop for home delivery for your student or yourself at the Carondelet online school store. Lots of new spirit wear and accessories available for your family! |
Accessorize your new student-designed tee with this 20 oz hot/cold tumbler. Normally each $20, get both in August for just $33! |
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Bella+Canvas Student-designed LOVE Tee |
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AUGUST SPECIAL!
Student-designed
LOVE Tee + Tumbler
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More than high school. Her school.
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