Community e-News l 10.9.22 | |
Up, up, up, and away! Students in Nicole Padia's Conceptual Physics class were challenged to determine the buoyant force of a balloon in order to determine the number of balloons required to lift Carl's home in the movie Up! | |
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A Message from our Interim President | |
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Dear Carondelet Community,
We have a short, but busy week this week. While students enjoy the day off on Tuesday, our faculty and staff will be meeting to collaborate with De La Salle for a joint Professional Development Day. Wednesday will be a busy day on campus, as each grade will participate in different activities. Thursday and Friday are our typical A and B days with Friday ending in an X-Block.
On Wednesday, freshmen will take part in their annual “Frosh Day of Service” where they will work together as a class to pack meals for Kids Against Hunger. Last year, our freshmen class packed 27,000 meals—let’s see if the Class of 2026 is up for the challenge! Sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT on campus, and seniors will have the opportunity to participate in a virtual Workshop Wednesday with our College and Career Team. Please see below for details and logistics for all of these class-level events.
We hope that our students enjoy their long, well-deserved weekend!
In Unifying Love,
Jessica Mix '99
Interim President
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Parking Reminders
Parents and guardians, we understand that the parking lot gets busy, but we ask that you refrain from picking up your students in the neighborhoods surrounding campus. Also, please remind your students that they should be parking in their assigned parking spots. If your student has questions about parking passes, please have them contact the Dean of Students, Caitlin Main ’05.
Junior and Senior Power Puff Tees
If you weren't able to order PowerPuff T-shirts in time, don’t fret. There will be extras available for purchase the day of through our web platform. Thank you for your patience.
Yearbook Reminders
The yearbook will use your student's legal name for all mentions in the yearbook. If the use of a preferred name (i.e., nickname) is desired, please contact Michelle Koski '98 before November 1.
Senior Family Yearbook Ads/Dedications
Early bird price ends November 1. All ads must be completed by December 1. See the website for details.
Junior Ring
Class of 2024 and families! Junior Ring Ceremony is next Sunday, October 16 at 12:30 PM in the Garaventa Center. We will celebrate juniors becoming upperclasswomen and strengthening their bond of sisterhood. Refreshments sponsored by the PAB will follow. Seating is first come, first serve. Juniors must be at the gym by 12:00 PM.
Junior Ring Help
We need some helpers for the day of the ceremony to help set up and clean up. Sign up to help!
Attendance Reminders
If you plan on being gone for a few days due to college visits, please have your student fill out this planned absence form.
To prevent the spread of cold, flu, and other viruses please have your student stay home if they are experiencing symptoms (regardless of a negative COVID test).
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Wednesday, Oct. 12
Frosh Day of Service
Please review the communication that went out last Thursday regarding information on Frosh Day of Service. Last year's Frosh class packed 27,000 meals - let's see if the Class of 2026 is up to the challenge!
PSAT
Sophomores and juniors will take their PSAT on campus. Check out room assignments and schedule here.
Senior College and Career Workshop
Seniors will participate in a college application workshop virtually. Find the events offered here.
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Sweet Week
This year Carondelet and De La Salle have been working together to make our Homecoming: “Sweet Week” a collaborative celebration of both schools! Homecoming creates a memorable and spirited joining of the Carondelet Cougars and the Spartans in a week-long extravaganza filled with dress-up days, lunchtime activities, competition, brotherhood/sisterhood, Power Puff, volleyball, football, and a semi-formal/formal dance. Buy dance tickets here.
Dress Up Themes
It’s important to note that although we are getting to wear a bit wackier clothes, that we still must be in dress code. That means crewneck, full length, t-shirt on top, shorts/skirts/pants must be free from holes and at least three inches above the knee or longer. Shoes must be closed-toe, and closed-heel.
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Monday: Baby Bottle Pops - Recreate a Baby Picture!
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Tuesday: Twix Day - Twin Day!
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Wednesday: M&M’s Day - Dress In As Many Colors as Possible!
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Thursday: Werther’s Originals - Dress Like Your Older Self
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Friday: Big League Chew - Monochromatic Pink for Rally and Football Game!
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Saturday: Starburst - Hollywood Glamor Semi-Formal Dance! Students will wear dresses, pant suits, slacks, and/or collared shirts. Jackets are optional, but it is outside, so you might want one. We will not have a coat check, so no bags!
Activities
- Friday 10/14 - Crowning of the Court @ CHS Amp
- Monday 10/17 - Candy Crawl @ CHS Amp
- Tuesday 10/18 - Cross Campus Scavenger Hunt @ CHS/DLS
- Wednesday 10/19 - Juniors vs. Seniors PowerPuff Football Game @ DLS Football Field
- Thursday 10/20 - Students vs. Teachers Game @ DLS
- Inaugural Homecoming Parade and Tailgate 4:00 - 6:30 PM
- Wear NEON and bring a bag of candy for a free Mr. Softee’s Ice Cream! For $15 you will get access to an all-you-can-eat taco cart and a soda!
- Friday 10/21 - Rally @ Lunch - DLS Gym
- Homecoming Football Game
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Students must pick up a wristband for the game. Location and time of pick up will be announced.
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Homecoming Dances - Buy Tickets
- Frosh/Soph: 6:30-9:30 PM @ CHS Quad/Amp/Innovation Center
- Junior/Senior: 7:00-10:00 PM @ DLS Quad
- No coat check. No bags permitted.
- Drop-off Map - Drop off in the CHS garage, drive down Winton.
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Drop-Off: Garage, Drive down Winton
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Pick-up: Enter through Main Gate
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Registration Opens Soon!
Mark your calendars for October 12 at 10:00 AM.
Check out our full suite of events.
What's your Special Gift?
We have some fun donations coming in from our very own Carondelet families! Private Wake Surf Lesson for up to six people with the Belcher family ‘23, Donna Pickhall P’24 at Genuine Goodness in Orinda is hosting a Traditional English Afternoon Tea for 18 of your closest friends, Andre Chandra P’26 will help you pick out 250 square feet of engineered hardwood flooring, Jackie Cimento’74 will paint a one of a kind portrait of your pet, Marie Murphy P‘25 is offering a 2-night stay at the Inn and Boatworks in Tahoe City with dinner at Mirada Tacos and Tequila, and the Freeman family ‘22, ‘24 invites you to a “staycation” at their waterfront vacation home in Benicia.
Do you have a business or a special talent? We’d love to offer it in our online auction. Please contact Audrey Richardson with your unique offering.
Want Guaranteed Seats?
Become a sponsor before 11 AM on Tuesday, Oct. 11.
How else can I contribute?
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Our next Coffee with Your Dear Neighbor is coming to you!
Parents and guardians, we are coming to your community for morning coffee! Come have some coffee and pastries and just hang out and chat. Meet other Carondelet families that may live in your neighborhood. Our second morning coffee will be this Friday, Oct. 14, at Hap Magee Ranch Park in Danville from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM.
Also, our third coffee with Your Dear Neighbor is right around the corner. On Friday, Oct. 21, 9:00 AM -10:30 AM. We will be at Pleasant Hill Park!
Parents Association Meeting
All parents are welcome to our next Parent Association meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 PM in the Faculty Lounge or via Goggle Meets. Come listen, talk with parents, support our school, and even join a committee. We have lots of fun events going on! To join the video meeting, click this link.
You're Invited
Homecoming is all about Cougar spirit. This fall, we're gathering to relive favorite traditions and make new memories. This October, head back to campus for this long overdue celebration two years in the making and it all kicks off with the inaugural Cougar Taco Tailgate and Homecoming Parade on Thursday, Oct. 20. Find everything you need to know here.
Shhh... it's a surprise!
The Carondelet Alumnae Association and the Grandparents Club are sending notes to Carondelet grads in college and graduate school. We'll include special Carondelet stickers and a note from you! Register by Oct. 20 so we can mail something special to your alumna at no cost to you!
Convertible Cars Needed
This year we are starting a new tradition for our very own homecoming Volleyball game. We are in need of a few more convertible cars for a very short homecoming parade Thursday, Oct. 20. Contact Candi Mannoni, Parent Engagement Manager, if you can help.
Follow Our New Parent/Guardian Social Media
Instagram: @carondelet_fam l Facebook: @Carondelet Fam
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Admissions Info Night
Admissions Info Night is just around the corner on Wednesday, Oct. 12. Tell your friends with 7th and 8th graders to sign up now!
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All C&C Weekly Updates can be found on the website
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On Wednesday, Oct. 12, sophomores and juniors will be taking the PSAT. For the majority of students, this is simply a practice test. Juniors who score exceptionally high could be named National Merit Scholars. For additional information on the PSAT, check out the PSAT Study Guide (also available in hard copy outside College and Career).
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Also on October 12, College and Career will be hosting Workshop Wednesday for seniors. Check out the schedule for the day here.
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Juniors and seniors, college admissions presentations are still happening! Make sure to log into Scoir for the most up-to-date schedule and to register. If you will be missing class for the presentation, you must ask your teacher to sign a pass at least 48 hours prior to the visit.
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The College Guidance Network produces free webinars for families about the college admissions process. Check out their upcoming webinars: The “Best” Rankings Webinar Ever and Straight Talk with Admissions Leaders.
Read more on the College and Career Website
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Winter Sports Tryouts are the week of 10/31
Please make sure to complete the Athletics Registration process ASAP if your daughter will be trying out for soccer or basketball. Check the Athletics website for full schedules.
Upcoming Athletic Recruitment Info Sessions:
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College Recruiting Workshop for Student-Athletes - Oct. 14 (X-Block)
- Learn important NCAA recruiting rules and the ins and outs of athletic scholarships. Learn how to talk to college coaches, get noticed, and get a leg up on the recruitment process. This workshop is geared towards sophomores and juniors, but any student is welcome to attend. This workshop is limited to students only.
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DLS Student-Athlete College Info Night - Oct. 24 at 6:30 PM (zoom)
- Panel discussion to address: the student athlete experience, types of scholarships available for student-athletes, the recruiting process for student-athletes, and what student-athletes can do to best prepare for the recruiting process.
Signing Event in November
If you're signing a Letter of Intent this November please complete the Letter of Intent Signing Form to let us know who you'll be signing with.
@CarondeletCougars on Instagram l Follow @Go_Carondelet on Twitter l @CougarAthletics on Facebook l Subscribe to the Athletics Calendar
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Escrip
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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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London 2023
Join us for 10 fun-filled days in June that include:
- a backstage tour of a theatre
- Greenwich Royal Observatory
- a workshop on the science of roller coasters
- and so much more!
For more information about this trip, please reach out to Lesley Schooler.
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