Community e-News l 5.16.21 |
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Our seniors had their last day of school on Friday, but there's just eight days of classes left for everyone else until summer. Let's finish strong Cougars!
Photo: Juniors and sophomores performing lab work in AP Chemistry.
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Updates from the Principal
There were zero positive test results from our most recent round of COVID testing. We will host one more test day this Wednesday, May 19 for students and families and will continue to offer Monday testing for athletes through the end of this school year.
Our seniors had their last day of classes on Friday. We are so thrilled that we got them back on campus in greater numbers as we moved through spring, and we are looking forward to celebrating their class with our Baccalaureate Mass and dinner on Thursday and at Graduation next Saturday at the Concord Pavilion.
Kevin Cushing, Principal
County Vaccine Updates
Contra Costa County Health shared information on vaccinations with schools: Please visit the County Health website for more information. All Contra Costa County residents 12 and older can sign up through the Contra Costa Health website to receive a vaccine.
We are not mandating vaccinations, but we do want to provide the most current information from the County. We know some families are hesitant about the COVID-19 vaccine, and we encourage all families to discuss these concerns with their family healthcare provider.
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Celebrating AAPI Month
All this month, we're celebrating Asian-American and Pacific Islander heritage! Students and staff are creating many ways for our community to learn more about AAPI culture, people, and their many contributions to our society. Check out all that the API Club is doing, including the video series made on-campus, displays in the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation, and daily prayers students are seeing every day in May.
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Cougar Tales
Check out "Cougar Tales," Carondelet's literary and art magazine! Thank you to students Josephine Gallo '24, Mariella Cajina '24, Trish Morris-Plise '73, and Branna Sundy '22 for contributing! If you would like to submit your creative work to the next edition of Cougar Tales, please email Branna Sundy.
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Summer Math Program
Register for our summer math program! Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors can get a jump on math principles during sessions running from Jun 7-July 16. Incoming freshman can attend sessions from June 14-July 16. Sessions are $125 per topic. Please reach out to Samantha Lawson for any questions.
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Winton Media Showcase
That's a wrap on this year's Winton Media Showcase! Congratulations to all the winners and nominees, and thank you to all who submitted projects. See you at next year’s Winton Arts Festival! Check out all the great submissions.
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Salutatorian: Mollie Smith
Meet Mollie Smith, the student who will welcome the class of '21 at Graduation. “When I went to write my speech I thought about what I've learned over the last four years and how the sisterhood has shaped who I am, and I tried to think about unique qualities that my class might possess,” she said. “I want everyone to feel like they have a place at Carondelet, and I talk a lot about how the sisterhood helped us build a community united by love."
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2021-22 Uniform Updates
To ensure we are meeting the needs of the times, preparing young women for the future, and keeping diversity, equity, and inclusion at the core of our decision-making, we regularly review our student handbook policies—including the school uniform. For the 2021-22 school year, we continue with the adapted casual uniform as our standard everyday uniform, implemented this year during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students will not be required to purchase traditional uniform pieces from Mills Uniform Company, but instead are encouraged to purchase approved bottoms from a vendor of choice and tops from our online store. Students are welcome to purchase and wear any Mills uniform pieces, including skirts, however appropriate skirt length, no shorter than mid-thigh, will be required at all times. Our uniform policy is available on the Uniform Resources webpage.
Inappropriate skirt length has become increasingly problematic in recent years, and our uniform skirts should not feed into body-shaming, sexist, and generally discriminatory behaviors. Appropriate skirt lengths can prevent this. Faculty and staff best serve our students by focusing on education and relationships, not policing skirt length. We expect our students to adapt to longer skirts, and to keep each other accountable with the help and support of our parent community. If skirt length remains an issue throughout the 2021-22 school year, we will have no choice but to phase out the traditional uniform skirt.
We plan to create a dress code task force made up of students and faculty members to research and propose a reimagined dress code for the 2023-24 school year and beyond. If you have any questions about the current uniform policy or you are interested in being a part of our dress code task force, please connect with Caitlin Main ’05, Dean of Students.
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Goodbye Ms. Malisa Meemari!
A special note from Ms. Malisa:
"It is with mixed emotions that I say goodbye to Carondelet and the incredible community of faculty, staff, students, and families here. Roles have reversed and I am a student again! I am currently a Master of Nursing student at SFSU! As difficult as it is to leave Carondelet, I am humbled and blessed to have been part of an organization that has love, compassion, joy, and excellence interweaved into its foundation. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart! Go Cougars!"
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Class Ring for '23
Sophomore Parents, it’s time to order your daughter’s Carondelet class ring. Jostens will be on campus this Thursday, May 20 at lunch in the Amp to size the rings and accept orders. By ordering now, your daughter will receive her class ring at the Junior Ring Ceremony in the fall.
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Snacks for Students
The Parents Association will be providing grab-n-go snack bags for CHS students on Monday, May 24 and Thursday, May 27. This treat is to show parents' appreciation for students' hard work this year.
Parents: The Parents Association needs your help with some additional food items. Please sign up to donate a food item(s) if you can. All items can be dropped off in the Convent by Tuesday, May 18. Thank you for helping to bring smiles to our students during their last week of school!
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Graduation Instructions
The in-person Graduation ceremony to take place Saturday, May 22 at 9:50 AM at the Concord Pavilion. Find the most up-to-date information on our Graduation & Senior Activities page.
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Parking Permits
Class-specific parking form requests are available. On-campus parking is a privilege for many of our juniors and seniors. This is not a first-come, first-served application process. All applications before the deadline will be considered. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate all of our driving students.
Morning shuttle registration now open
Morning shuttle service is expected to resume at the beginning of the 2021-22 school year. Morning shuttle service is filled on a first-come, first-served basis at $500 per semester with communal pick-up locations in Livermore, Pleasanton, and Danville. Registration is now open to Carondelet students for the 2021-22 school year.
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Yearbooks
2021 Yearbooks will be distributed to all students on June 17 from 1-4 PM. A yearbook has automatically been ordered for all students—you didn't need to do anything. If your student missed picking up a 2020 yearbook, they can pick up both together. Please contact or see Ms. Koski with any questions.
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Athletics Uniform Return
All uniforms should be returned before the last day of school unless the team is still in season. Follow the below guidelines on how to return your uniforms. You will be billed for all items that are not returned.
- Place CLEAN uniforms in a bag securely closed
- Write your name on the outside of bag
- Write your team on the outside of bag
- Place uniform in the bins located in the Main Office
Team Photos
Thursday, May 20 - On-campus, by the chapel
3:15 PM - Basketball
COVID Testing
Going forward, only indoor-sport athletes will be required to get weekly tests. We are still highly encouraging outdoor sports to test as well, but it is not mandatory.
Carondelet offers COVID testing every Monday and Wednesday. No appointment is necessary for Monday tests, but you must bring these forms, filled out and signed, along with a copy of your insurance card. Appointments are required for Wednesday tests.
Please refer to our athletics website for detailed information. For any questions please reach out to Jessica Rollins.
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The Week Ahead - Schedules for upcoming games/matches on our team page.
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Incoming Freshman Tryouts for Class of 2025
Dance Tryouts: June 1-3; 5:30-8:00 PM in the Gym
Sideline Cheer Tryouts: June 8-10; 5:00-7:00 PM at CAC
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Graduation
The Carondelet class of 2021 will have an in-person Graduation ceremony with their entire class at the Concord Pavilion on Saturday, May 22 at 10 AM! We're thrilled to give the class of 2021 a safe, in-person celebration with their families and with each other
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Summer Sports Clinics
Summer Sports Clinics for 2nd-9th grade grils are back! Invite your younger daughters, nieces, and friends to make new friends and train with CHS coaches. Registration is open.
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College & Career Updates
Each week, your College & Career counselors 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:
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All Classes: Please see our List of Upcoming College Fairs for a list of college fairs and information sessions. This is a great way to explore a variety of schools without leaving the comfort of your home!
Juniors: Throughout the summer, College Counselors will be having family meetings to discuss your daughter’s college application experience. Students will receive an email from their counselor with a calendar link. Please make sure to sign up for a meeting.
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Check out the May Specials
at the School Store!
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Port Authority Packable Puffy Vest
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Large Laminated Non-Woven Shopper Tote
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Bella+Canvas Student Designed Love Tee
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More than high school. Her school.
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