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Community E-News l 04.28.24 | |
It's official! The Class of 2025 is the boldest of them all! All of our classes showed up and showed out, and we are so proud of all of you. To download and view photos from the Battle of the Boldest Rally, click here! | |
A Message from Our Director of College Counseling | |
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Dear Carondelet Community,
As the year comes to an end, it’s easy to forget how far our students have come since August. From all of the classroom learning to the sports competition, theater and musical performances, art shows, leadership and retreat programs, service experiences… our students have done A LOT. From each of these experiences, our students have grown as students and as young women.
For our seniors, we are not just looking back on how far they have come this year, but throughout all of their years at Carondelet. On May 1, College Counseling will be celebrating their futures by hosting our annual Senior Celebration. Students should stop by College Counseling to grab a treat, decorate a star for the senior bulletin board, and mingle with their peers and counselors.
Although we will be celebrating the seniors throughout the next month, teachers and students are also readying themselves for final exams and AP tests. Given that numerous colleges grant class credit with passing AP scores, it's important for students to diligently study and come prepared for these exams.
And speaking of coming prepared, the week following final exams, juniors will be returning to campus for College Kickstart! College counselors cover a lot during the four day college application bootcamp, so students should come prepared to work hard. Yet, their dedication will pay off, as they'll acquire the tools needed to navigate college applications throughout the summer and fall.
For other grade levels, if you are eager to begin looking into colleges, check out the Schoology College Hub and Maia Learning, our new college planning platform.
Congratulations to our seniors as they make their final decisions regarding their post-high school plans, and best of luck to everyone as we push through to the end of the school year.
All the best,
Allison Bly
Director of College Counseling
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Spring Concerts This Week | |
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Spring Choral Concert
Please join us on Wednesday, May 1 at 7:00 PM in the Carondelet Gym on our main campus for an evening of choral and vocal music featuring students from our choirs!
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Spring Band Concert and Awards
Please join us on Thursday, May 2 at 7:00 PM in the De La Salle Theatre!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Our events are a success because of our amazing volunteers!
Help us keep our players hydrated and spirits high by donating refreshing beverages.
Your contribution will not only fuel the game but also support our cause, ensuring a day filled with swings, putts, and plenty of goodwill. Join us in making a splash on and off the green!
View last year's event, and SIGN UP HERE!
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⛳ Cougar Classic 2024 ⛳
REGISTER NOW (only ONE foursome available)! Join us at Round Hill Country Club on Monday, May 6, with a shotgun start at 11:00 AM. There, you will enjoy a scramble-style format, great food and beverages throughout the course, prizes, raffles, on-course silent auction, ‘The Bag’ raffle, and a post-round reception.
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The Cougar Classic, Carondelet's annual golf tournament, supports programs and provides opportunities that benefit every Carondelet student. Thank you for your support in our pursuit of educational excellence. | |
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School Store Pick Ups
If you have ordered from the School Store and received an email, please pick up your order in the Convent stairwell. The Convent is open on Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Contracts Due Wednesday
Contracts for returning students are now open and are due this Wednesday, May 1. If you are returning, you should have received an email regarding re-enrollment. If you did not, please reach out to our Director of Enrollment & Engagement, Lesley Schooler '96, directly before Wednesday.
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Upcoming AP Testing
Early College Credit with College of the Siskiyous
Freshmen, sophomores and juniors: There will be an Early College Credit Program Information Session April 30 during X Block at 1:40 PM in the Cotter Commons. Students can earn college credit by enrolling in online Summer courses through College of Siskiyous (COS) with no cost beyond the textbooks. Students will learn more about the program, courses offered during the 2024 summer session, and the registration process.
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Senior Free Dress - Starts April 29
All attire must be school-appropriate and fall within the guidelines below:
- Tops must have sleeves (long or short) and fall below the waistline.
- Shoulders and midriffs must be covered.
- Skirts/shorts must be mid-thigh or longer.
- Shoes must be closed-toed and closed-heeled.
- No slippers or Ugg slides.
- Pants must be free from rips and holes.
- Leggings and sweats are ok!
Senior Uniform Donations
We will be collecting clean, gently used uniforms for our annual Used Uniform Sale. Seniors are encouraged to wash and bag all items and drop them off in front of the Deans/Attendance Office.
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Summer on the Soccer Pitch!
Get ready to show your Cougar pride at an unforgettable evening of soccer and celebration on June 22! We are excited to be partnering with Bay FC, the Bay Area's first professional women's soccer team in its inaugural season, for a special game that our entire Carondelet community is invited to attend.
Get tickets here to join us June 22
We are especially proud to announce that Bay FC will be taking on Angel City FC, which is home to Carondelet's very own Angie Anderson '19. Let's come out in full force to cheer for Angie, for Bay FC, and for Coug Nation!
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The Parent Guild Needs Your Help for Spring Finals Snacks.
Spring finals are fast approaching and the Carondelet Parent Guild will be treating all of the students with an array of snacks and beverages. Remember all Carondelet parents are part of the Parent Guild so please consider donating food items or coming to help out. Final snacks sign up.
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MySchoolBucks
Seniors with a balance on their MySchoolBucks account may request a refund. Please connect with Candace Barnes, Epicurean Manager, directly. Balances will rollover for all returning students.
Attendance Updates
As we wrap up the second semester, we want to remind students and families of the importance of regular school attendance and proactive communication with our Attendance Office. Attendance is required during finals week and critical for closing out the semester, as all assignments and assessments must be completed on or before Friday, May 31. If your student will be missing finals, for any reason, please reach out to Nicole Ebert in Attendance as soon as possible.
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Swim
Congratulations to our senior swimmers on all they’ve accomplished during their time at Carondelet! Kudos to our Cougar swimmers for winning EBAL Championships on Saturday!
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Lacrosse
Cougars beat California High School 14-13 at their Senior Night on Friday night. Congratulations to the 11 seniors for all they've accomplished during their time at Carondelet! (photo credit: Jason Knapic)
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Beach Volleyball Senior Night
If you have photos of Beach Volleyballs Senior Night, please send them our way...
CIF-NCS Playoffs Begin
Lacrosse NCS playoff brackets are being released today. The first round of playoffs will be on Tuesday and the Quarterfinals on Thursday.
Swimming and Diving will have NCS Swimming Trials on Friday, and the NCS Championships on Saturday.
Good luck to our Lacrosse, and Swimming and Diving programs in NCS Playoffs!
Upcoming Games
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Softball SOS Game: Monday, April 29 vs. Northgate, 4:00 PM, at CAC
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Softball Senior Night: Tuesday, April 30 vs. Monte Vista, 4:00 PM, at CAC
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Track and Field: East Bay Athletic League (EBAL) Championships on Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4, at Livermore High School.
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Athletics Uniform Return
Make sure to check in with your coaches about uniform return protocol. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors' uniforms must be returned by May 17, and the seniors must be returned by May 10 to receive a yearbook. Any uniform not returned will result in a replacement fee and a hold on your account until the fee is paid or uniform is returned. Any questions regarding uniform return, please email Dani Bernat.
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Dance
April 29 and April 30: 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Carondelet Gym
May 1: 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Garaventa
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Cheer
May 15 and May 16: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Carondelet Gym
May 17: 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Carondelet Gym
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All student-athletes trying out for Sideline Cheer or Dance must register using this link for athletics clearance. A current physical, done within the last year, is required.
Fall Sports Tryouts
Mark your calendar for fall sports tryouts the week of August 12.
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Final Green Team Challenge!
As the year comes to a close and Earth Week has come and gone, we are happy to announce that we are wrapping up the school year with one final “Action of the Month” Challenge!
Green Team's May 2024 "Action of the Month" Challenge, an actionable task that all students can do to make their own lives more sustainable in an easy way, is using reusable bags. This includes tote bags, lunch bags, and cloth shopping bags. Students who complete the action will be entered into a raffle to win a $10 Target gift cards and the chance to be featured on the Green Team Instagram page.
For more information about how to participate, please visit Carondelet Green Team's on Instagram or submit directly to this form here. Curious to learn more about the importance of reusable bags? Please check out this short article here!
It's also not too late to donate your old formal dresses to the Princess Project Dress Drive for the chance to win one of three $50 gift cards! Donations are accepted until this Tuesday, April 30, and winners will be announced this Wednesday, May 1. See our Instagram for more information.
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Weekly Updates can be found on the website:
- All Students
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St. Mary’s College of California and UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design have partnered to offer a free of charge innovative outreach program to De La Salle High School and Carondelet High School students this summer. The Envision Tomorrow Program will introduce students to Built Environment Careers like business, sustainability, environmental science, political science, engineering, architecture and construction. Information and Link to Apply.
- Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors
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There will be an Early College Credit Program Information Session April 30 during X Block at 1:40 PM in the Cotter Commons. Students can earn college credit by enrolling in online summer courses through College of Siskiyous (COS) with no cost beyond the textbooks. Students will learn more about the program, courses offered during the 2024 summer session, and the registration process.
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Please join us for our spring Lunch and Learn on Thursday May 2 in College Counseling. We will be talking about how to make the most out of a college visit. Take a look at this flyer for more information. Please register here.
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Join GenHERation® for a summer experience that connects young women with leaders at the most innovative companies in America. GenHERation® is a network where young women and companies connect that has empowered more than 700,000 young women around the world. During the GenHERation® Connection 2024, students will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, participate in skill-building simulations, and take part in 2 mentoring sessions. It will take place during 2 week long sessions. Session 1: June 10 - June 14 and Session 2: July 15 - July 19. Both sessions are via ZOOM. If you are interested, please fill out this Application form.
- Junior and Senior Families
- Upcoming College Money Method financial aid webinars:
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Building Aid Generosity and Affordability Into your College List, Zoom, Registration, Tuesday, May 7 PM
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Outside Scholarships: What to expect and strategies for success, Zoom Registration, Wednesday, May 15, 6:30 PM
- Seniors
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Save the Date! Senior Celebration! Join us for sweet treats and to celebrate your hard work this year and your future plans. 9:35 AM - 1:35 PM, May 1 in College Counseling.
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Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.
Learn More about all college-related events here.
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Spread the Word—Girls Sports Clinics | |
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Camp Carondelet - Spaces Open for 3rd-4th Graders
Our co-ed camp offers a balance of creative learning and outdoor play across two campuses. Don't miss out on the perfect place for your kids to unwind, play, meet friends, and build summer memories to last a lifetime! Register Now.
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Summer Sports Clinics
Registration for our Summer Sports Clinics is open. Meet our coaches, build new skills, and make friends at our Girls’ Summer Sports Clinics for incoming 2nd-9th graders! Sports include basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, and strength training. Register Now!
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Reminder to pick up your School Store merch in the Convent Stairwell area! | |
Thank You to Our Annual Event Sponsors!
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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. | | | | |
