We as a school community care very much about helping our students process and cope with recent events. It is also true that learning and focus can’t take place when safety is in question. Therefore, our teachers have been asked to make space for conversations about unprecedented recent events that may include discussion, reflection, and prayer.
The Counseling Department is always available to talk through students’ reactions and concerns. Our Chaplain Father Faller is also available for spiritual counseling. However, children most often look for reassurance from parents. Here are some tips for how to help them through this moment:
- Ask. Ask what they know and what part they are most concerned or curious about.
- If you don’t know an answer, be honest about it. Teenagers are beginning to grapple with the complex questions that often don’t have easy answers.
- Limit exposure to upsetting news, and particularly at night before bed. Make sure they continue their normal routines as much as possible.
- “Look for the helpers,” as Mr. Rogers said. Focusing on the kind and heroic acts can improve a teen’s outlook and sense of agency.
- Give them space to express their feelings about the situation, and try to listen without jumping in.
- Provide love and reassurance of their safety.
We continue to pray for peace in our nation.
-Riordan Counseling and Wellness Team
For additional guidance, please see the following resources:
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Final Assessments Week: Starting Jan 19 |
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- This year, we are not giving traditional final exams, but instead classes are asking students to submit a final performance task such as a project, portfolio, presentation or essay.
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Classes will be meeting according to their regular schedule during the week of Jan 19-22. Those class periods will be used to present the projects, get feedback and possibly make revisions.
- If students have not yet received the instructions for their final assessments, they will receive it this week.
- Please make sure that your student has a clear understanding of the expectations and due dates for these assessments and to follow up with their teachers directly if they have any questions.
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SCHEDULE
Jan. 4 - 15 - Last Two Weeks of First Semester (Distance Learning)
Jan. 18 - Martin Luther King Holiday
Jan. 19 - 22 - First Semester Finals (Distance Learning)
Jan. 25 - First Day of Second Semester (Hybrid Learning)
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There are lots of ways to support our Gala this year which will support Tuition Assistance and classroom upgrades.
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Crusader Weekly Live Tonight |
Athletic Director Bob Greene talks with Counselor, Coach, and Boarding Program Director David Lin about faith, leadership and athletics.
Tonight at 6:00 pm on Instagram Live, @riordan_sports
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Scholarship for Children of Law Enforcement Officers
The Michael and Sally Mayer Family Foundation offers scholarships for current Riordan students whose parent or parents are currently serving as law enforcement officers. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is January 22, 2021 for next school year, and must include a student-written essay and letter of recommendation from a Riordan faculty or staff member. See more information here, and please be sure to read all guidelines for submission.
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Frosh Mixer
We are continuing Freshman Mixers in 2021! Save the date for the next mixer:
Tuesday, January 12, 2020
5:00 - 6:00pm
Meeting ID: 992 931 9597
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AP Exams
All students who are enrolled in Advanced Placement courses are required to take the AP exam in the spring. Please review this letter, which includes information about course deadlines and exam fees.
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Shopping on Amazon?
Select Archbishop Riordan High School at smile.amazon.com and a portion of your sale supports the school!
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Winter Talent Show
Submissions are due by midnight on Friday. Students can sign up by completing this Google form. There will be a live-streamed presentation later in January.
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Happy new year Riordan families! Pope Francis recently proclaimed a special “Year of St Joseph,” which began on December 8, 2020, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, and extends to the same feast day in 2021. St. Joseph reminds us to be loyal in faith, a faithful spouse in support of Mary's mission, a good father to Jesus, and a person who enjoyed his work in order to provide for his family. We will reflect and pray for the intercession of St. Joseph for the remainder of the school year, including in our weekly prayers. Watch Fr. Faller's video reflection on the year dedicated to St. Joseph.
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Retreats
Encourage your student to sign up for a retreat! Second Semester Dates:
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2nd Sophomore Retreat – February 25-26, 2021 Sign Up
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2nd Junior Retreat – March 25-26, 2021 Sign Up
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Winter Senior Kairos – February 10-13, 2021 Sign Up
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Spring Senior Kairos – April 14-17, 2021 Sign Up
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Mentors for Freshmen
Did you know we have 45 dedicated upperclassmen that mentor the freshman class? Each of the student leaders are assigned 4-6 freshmen and check in with them on a monthly basis to make sure they are adjusting to high school as seamlessly as possible. Distance Learning has caused some struggles in connecting with your son/daughter so please ask your son/daughter if they connected or responded back to their "Crusader Mentor" via email and Zoom.
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