Community e-News l 03.19.23 | |
Last week our students celebrated Sisterhood Week and came together on Thursday to celebrate the Feast of Saint Joseph with our CSJ Sisters and Associates! | |
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A Message from VP of Student Life and Mission | |
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To the Carondelet Community,
Last week, campus was abuzz with Sisterhood Week events. Even though we had a mid-week pause due to a power outage on Winton, our school community enjoyed food sales, Heart/Faith/Courage/Excellence recognitions, and our St. Joseph’s Day liturgy. We were so blessed to host several CSJ Sisters to campus for our liturgy. It was a wonderful moment of in-person community solidarity and prayer with our CSJ Sisters and Associates that we haven’t been able to enjoy since 2019.
The bell schedule this week is a regular week with a late start on Wednesday. This upcoming week is a little quieter but there are still several events on campus. Several juniors will be heading out to Alliance Redwoods for our third Shalom retreat on Thursday. The final Shalom is on Monday through Tuesday of next week. If you are looking for a fun evening at the theater, the opening night of DLS/Carondelet’s Company production of Xanadu is this Thursday. You can purchase tickets to the show here.
Bubbles and Brews is back on this Thursday, March 23 as well. This is a fun 21+ event where our alumnae, parent, and extended family community can gather, socialize, relax, and celebrate. Learn more about the event and register here.
As we continue our season of reflection this Lent, I hope that this week is full of moments of grace and connection.
Blessings,
Jennifer Reinwald
Vice Principal of Student Life and Mission
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Driving & Parking Lot Reminders
We urge everyone to prioritize safety and exercise caution when driving to and from school and through our parking lot. Between our two schools, we have nearly 2,000 cars entering and exiting our lots daily, with the majority of cars being student drivers. We ask all of our drivers to drive slowly and safely; allow extra time while coming and going; stay off phones and other devices; and follow the directions of staff members on Winton Drive.
2023-24 Parking Permit Requests
Parking Permit requests for next school year will open up the week of April 24. In general, the vast majority of rising junior and senior students who have valid licenses before the start of the school year, receive parking spaces in our lot. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate sophomore students or junior students who get their license mid-year. If you have any questions about parking, please connect with Caitlin Main, Dean of Students.
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New Contra Costa Health Protocols
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New COVID protocols have been released by Contra Costa Health as of March 14, 2023. Since Governor Newsom ended the state of emergency order, protocols in terms of return to school have been adjusted. Here are the new protocols:
- If a student or employee is experiencing symptoms with or without a positive test, they should stay home until feeling better.
- When a student or employee tests positive for COVID, they should isolate at home for 5 days (day 0 is the first day of symptoms or the date of the positive test).
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Report illness and absence: students will reach out to Attendance. Employees will reach out to the Director of Human Resources and their supervisor.
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A negative test after day 5 is no longer required to return to school as long as symptoms are improving and there has been no fever without the use of fever-reducing medicine for 24 hours.
- Everyone who is returning to school should wear a mask on days 6-10.
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Welcome Class of 2027!
Decision letters for the Class of 2027 were sent out this past Friday! We are so excited to welcome in our newest sisters. If you know any accepted applicants, be sure to congratulate them on their big accomplishment.
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Xanadu Opens on March 23
Company invites everyone to join us for Xanadu. This musical follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time—the first ROLLER DISCO! (Hey, it's 1980) But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds.
Opens March 23 and closes April 2. Purchase Tickets Here.
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Film Fest '23 Recap
Congratulations to our Carondelet 2023 Winton Film Fest winners! All students showed amazing creativity, and their nominated films will be published on our Youtube Channel very soon! From the pumping music of the red carpet to the magical film screenings on our giant media wall to the incredible award speeches, it was an electric atmosphere that truly rivaled the Oscars. Maria S. said it best: “Long live cinema!”
And the winners are…
Best of Fest: The Valencia Strain by Maria S.
People’s Choice Award: Overlooked by Michael B. III
Best Comedy/Musical: Haunts & Taunts by Ana G., Jolie H., Nayeli C.
Best Drama/Horror: Repost by Serena M.
Best Super Short: Years to Come by Lola-Maria Z.
Best Experimental: The Valencia Strain by Maria S.
Best Middle School: Godzilla vs Mecha-godzilla by Aidan P.
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Monday, May 8
Shotgun Start at 11:00 AM
Round Hill Country Club
Cougar Classic Is Back! Don't Fore-get to Save the Date!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 21 at 10:00 AM.
Early Bird Special: The first 40 golfers at $350/player, $1,400/foursome!
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THIS WEEK!
Thursday, March 23
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation
Featuring free-flowing beer from Calicraft and woman-owned Epidemic Ales, champagne and wine by OneHope and BACA, and a specialty cocktail by Bumper Bar. Two food trucks, snacks, sports on the media wall, games, and the famous VW Photo Bus is back!
| To view and download photos from last year's Bubbles and Brews, click here. | | |
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Grandparent and Granddaughter Potluck Luncheon
All Current Grandparents are invited to the 2023 Grandparent and Grandaughter Potluck Luncheon on Friday, April 21 from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM at the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation. RSVP Here.
Parents Association Meeting
All parents are welcome to our next Parents Association meeting this Wednesday, March 22 at 6:30 PM in the Faculty Lounge. Come find out how you can get involved.
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The Easter Bunny is coming soon!
Spread the word, and if you have little ones, mark your calendars! Join us for a morning of Easter egg hunting, face painting, food, and fun on Saturday, April 1 at the Carondelet Athletics Complex. Register Here. We are asking for $10 per family to support this event. Any proceeds or additional donations will benefit the Carondelet Alumnae Scholarship Fund, which helps support Carondelet students in need of financial aid.
We are collecting plastic eggs. Email Caroline Cabral '15 to help or drop some off!
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All C&C Weekly Updates can be found on the website
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College Counselors will be hosting (virtual) Coffee with the Counselors. This is a casual time for parents to ask any college-related questions they may have. If you would like to send questions to College Counselors ahead of time, please complete this form.
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Freshmen and Sophomore Parents: March 22, 8:00-8:45 AM Zoom
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Senior Parents: March 22, 9:00-9:45 AM Zoom
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Junior Parents: March 31, 8:00-8:45 AM Zoom
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College Counselors will be working with juniors during X Block on Friday, March 24. Students will learn about how and when to ask teachers for letters of recommendation, what juniors should be doing now to prepare for college admissions, and important information about building a balanced college list. Attendance is mandatory.
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Seniors, most college decisions will come in this month. Are you wondering what to do once you’ve heard back from schools? How do you decide where to go? What happens if you are on a waitlist? Financial aid awards not making sense? College Counselors have you covered! Check out this helpful resource with everything you need to get through the next steps.
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Revolution Prep will be offering a free practice SAT for Carondelet students on Saturday, March 25 from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. The test will be online, and students will receive their scores on the same day. Students will also receive a free 30-minute score review session with a representative from Revolution Prep to review their scores. Register today.
Read more on the College and Career Website
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Girls' Spring and Summer Clinics | |
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Register Spring and Summer Clinics
Spring 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. We’ll see you soon!
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Spring Softball Clinic
Incoming 6th-9th Grade Girls
April 11 - 13
4:30 - 7:30 PM
Learn More and Register
Mid-Spring Lacrosse Clinic
Incoming 6th-9th Grade Girls
May 8 - 10
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Learn More and Register
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Girls Learn Code & Innovate Spring AI Camp
Incoming 6th-9th Grade Girls
May 8 - 10
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Learn More and Register
Summer Sports Clinics
Clinics in Basketball, Lacrosse, Volleyball, Softball, Strength & Conditioning, Tennis, and Soccer.
Learn More and Register
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For any questions about spring or summer programming at Carondelet,
please contact Kimber Powers.
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Lenten Project - Relief for Refugees
Last month, Turkey and Syria were deeply impacted by three devastating earthquakes. Thus, we are focusing our Lenten project on aid to refugees. We are partnering with World Relief in Sacramento to collect household items to help families resettle in a new home. A list of suggested items is posted on the website and displayed in each fifth-period classroom. Students are asked to turn in donations in the Lenten Project boxes in their fifth period class. For parents and families who would like to make larger donations, like furniture and appliances, please check out World Relief’s Amazon Wishlist (donations purchased through this Amazon wishlist will ship directly to their location in Sacramento).
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Purchase Photos
Spring sports are underway! Using the access codes below to purchase your photos at HomeTeam Sports:
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Swim:
2223CHSSD
Beach Volleyball:
2223CHSBVB
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Spring Rugby:
2223CHSRUGBYS
Track and Field:
2223CHSTF
Lacrosse:
2223CHSLAX
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Softball:
2223CHSSB
Stunt:
2223CHSSTUNT
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Uniform Return Reminder
Make sure to return any sports uniforms that were provided to you on an issuance and return basis. Failure to return your uniform or pay the replacement fee will result in you not receiving your yearbook.
National Letter of Intent Signing Day
Have you signed or will sign an NLI since our last signing ceremony? If so, complete the Letter of Intent Signing form to let us know who you'll be signing with. We will celebrate all the signing athletes on April 19 during lunch.
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We are Moving to a New Site!
Don't miss out on the excitement, use code Moving10 for 10% off! This is only good until Sunday, March 29!
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Support Carondelet with Purchases You Make Everyday | |
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Escrip
Escrip rebates to Carondelet a portion of purchases you make at hundreds of participating stores and online vendors. Your card information is kept secure and confidential. Carondelet’s Group Identification Number is 5825088. Register with Escrip and select Carondelet High School as the recipient of your Escrip support.
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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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