THE IRISH TIMES
Week of April 10-16
THIS WEEK AT CCHS

Monday, April 11
Parents Association Meeting 7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 12
Senior Networking Night 6:30 p.m. Library (all seniors strongly encouraged to attend)
Camden Catholic Night at Olive Garden Cherry Hill 

Wednesday, April 13
Class Ring orders during lunches

Thursday, April 14
Class Ring order during lunches and 5-7:15 p.m. (Dining Hall)

Friday, April 15
Juniors Dismissed 10 a.m.
Junior Prom 7-11 p.m.
HOCKER SCHOLARS DINNER 
The CCHS Hocker Scholars were pleased to attend the annual dinner of all Hocker Scholars last week. The guest speaker was  Sergeant Major  Brendan  W.  O'Connor. Sergeant O'Connor  was awarded the  Distinguished Service Cross  for his heroic action in  Afghanistan .  The DSC is the nation's second highest award for valor (after the  Medal of Honor ) and this was only the second time since the  Vietnam War  that the medal was awarded.
Pictured:  Noah Washington,  Shawnia Greene,  George Panchana, Sergeant O'Connor,  Divine Young, Julius Romero,  Devyn Price,  Julian Baier,  Dennison Kelly and  Nikolaus Obuchowski.
CALENDAR CHANGE: 
APRIL 18 WILL BE A FULL DAY OF SCHOOL, NOT AN EARLY RELEASE DAY AS PREVIOUSLY SCHEDULED.
CAMDEN CATHOLIC NIGHT @ OLIVE GARDEN 
4:30-9 P.M. OLIVE GARDEN CHERRY HILL (ROUTE 38)
Benefits CCHS Athletic Programs
FROM THE OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS 

Class Ring Ordering:  Click here for flier. Sophomores received information about ordering their class rings at a special assembly on April 5. The representative from Herff-Jones will be at Camden Catholic during lunch periods on April 13 and 14 and on the evening of April 14 from 5:00 to 7:15 pm to answer questions and take ring orders. If your child is interested in ordering a ring, please make sure he/she sees the representation on either date.

Voter Registration Assembly for Seniors: Camden County Clerk Joseph Rippa will hold a special voter registration assembly for the seniors during the activity period on Thursday, April 14.

Prom: Juniors and seniors will attend a prom safety assembly sponsored by the Cherry Hill Police Department on Friday, April 15.  Following the assembly, seniors will return to class. Juniors will be dismissed from school at 10 am.  All students attending prom must be in school on April 15. Any senior, sophomore or freshman who is a guest at the junior prom is expected to be in school for a full day (8:15 am until 2:37 pm).
BREAKFAST BLITZ @ AMY'S OMELETTE HOUSE 
SATURDAY 4/16 FROM 8AM-NOON

Make your Clothing Drive drop off and then stop by Amy's for a delicious breakfast. Mention CCHS when ordering.
10% of sales come back to CCHS!
BOYS & GIRLS LACROSSE FUNDRAISER
Enjoy a night under the stars in the CCHS Courtyard tasting delicious wine and beer.
CLICK HERE FOR FLIER
Saturday, April 16, 2016
7-11 p.m. CCHS Emerald Cafe (adjacent to gymnasium) and Courtyard
$35/person | Ages 21+ | Includes wine, beer, food and music | Basket Raffles & 50/50
Benefits Boys and Girls Lacrosse Programs

PURCHASE TICKETS:
Mail check payable to CCHS c/o Mrs. Bridget Sipera: CCHS 300 Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Or, email to reserve: bridget.sipera@camdencatholic.org, liz.a.walsh@lmco.com, mary_jane_campbell@verizon.net.
CLOTHING & TOY DRIVE: APRIL 16, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

WHAT WE COLLECT:                 
CLOTHING AND SHOES
USABLE AND WEARABLE CLOTHING AND SHOES/BOOTS
CLOTHING FOR ALL SEASONS
MEN'S, LADIES, CHILDREN, BABIES
ACCESSORIES: POCKETBOOKS, BELTS, BABY ACCESSORIES, BACKPACKS, HATS, SCARVES, BRIEFCASES, GLOVES, TIES
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS MADE OF FABRIC IN GOOD CONDITION: BLANKETS, KITCHEN AND BATH TOWELS, BED SHEETS, TABLE CLOTHS, BED PILLOWS, DRAPERY/CURTAINS, THROW PILLOWS, QUILTS, COMFORTERS, BATH RUGS, TOYS, SOFT TOYS, SMALL HARD TOYS, ACTION FIGURES, CARS/TRUCKS/AIRPLANES, DOLLS/RAG DOLLS, BEANIE BABIES, STUFFED ANIMALS, DOLL HOUSES, PUZZLES, BIKES (ANY SIZE)

BOOKS, VIDEOS, AND CDs ARE NOT ACCEPTED!

Just drive up and drop your items off at the side parking lot of CCHS on the day of the event.
If you can't make it on the 16th, CCHS will also permit items to be brought into the school on Friday, April 15th. If that is not good for you, please contact Project Graduation, and we will arrange to get your donations.

Please put donations in well-tied plastic bags.

For more Info. Contact: Nancy Carusone at nncycrsn@aol.com or (856) 534-4574

BAG BINGO BASKET BLOWOUT
FRIDAY, MAY 6 
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Games start at 7 p.m.
Tickets: $25 in advance and $30 at the door.  Ages 21+ only.
Click here and click on REGISTRATION to purchase tickets online.
Or, reserve to pickup at Will Call by emailing: noemi.merenyi@camdencatholic.org. You can also mail a check, payable to CCHS, (or send to school with your student) to CCHS, Attn: Basket Bingo, 300 Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. 
BYOB and snacks, some refreshments will also be provided by the Parents Association
Ticket includes 10 game cards, 2 chances to win each game/card. Additional cards available for purchase.
50/50 Drawing and Basket Raffle
Prizes will be drawn throughout the event, make sure you arrive early to get your seat and put your tickets in!
SENIOR NETWORKING NIGHT
What does "networking" mean, and why is it important?
Join us to find out!
Mix and mingle with CCHS Alumni, experts in their respective professional fields, who will share their tips and tricks for using networking in college and beyond.

Tuesday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. 
CCHS Library 
Business casual attire. Attendance is strongly encouraged.
RSVP by April 7 to kate.bieg@camdencatholic.org

Featured Alumni: 
Ted Brennan '98, Attorney and Mayor of Merchantville, NJ
Ben Cortese '06, Realtor, Coldwell-Banker Preferred, Philadelphia
Emily Cuneo DeSmedt '03, Labor & Employment Attorney, Morgan Lewis & Bockius
Marian Hensler '07, Human Resources, Campbell Soup Co.
Zac Ottoson '06, Attorney,  Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin
Molly Whipkey Ridgway '03, Craft & Import Development Manager, Tenth & Blake
Brian Romani '90, VP Sales, Maple Direct
IMPORTANT SAT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Juniors: i t is time to be thinking about the SAT.  You should plan on taking the SAT once during your Junior year.  The tests will be given in May and June.  STUDENTS SHOULD NOT WAIT TO TAKE THE SAT IN THE FALL, 2016.  It is very important that students/parents understand that with the new test, the official scores from the Fall test dates  may not be published in time to meet the Early Decision Deadlines or the individual College/University Scholarship Deadlines. 

If you have any questions please feel free to contact your Guidance Counselor.   You can register online at Collegeboard.com.  See your Guidance Counselor if you think you are eligible for a Fee Waiver for the test.  Fee Waivers are given based on Financial need.

KAPLAN FREE SAT/ACT PREP
For Juniors who would like extra help for the Spring SAT and ACT, Kaplan Test Prep will be hosting free online Cram sessions for the New SAT and ACT.  Space is limited.  To sign up, please visit  www.kaptest.com/freecramClick here for links to the May  and June  "New SAT" Prep Classes.

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS WEBINAR FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS presented by GUIDED PATH

Seismic Shifting Sands: College Admissions Applications (Students/Parents)
2016 will see the launch of a new college application landscape. The college application process is experiencing seismic waves that will be felt for decades, with changes to the Common Application, the introduction of the Coalition College Application and major changes implemented in other systems such as the University of California. How will you get a firm footing in this shifting landscape? Two experienced college counselors, Cyndy McDonald and Rebecca Joseph, will discuss the shifting sands and give tips for parents and students to use to stay on firm ground.
Apr 19, 2016 4:00 PM 
FROM THE OFFICE OF GUIDANCE
  • SENIORS REMEMBER TO COMPLETE THE SENIOR SURVEY ON FAMILY CONNECTION.
  • Congratulations Seniors!
    • Acceptance Letters and Scholarship Offers are arriving daily, the seniors have done a great job! Please remember to bring copies of your letters to Mrs. Olt in the Guidance Office
  • NJ FAFSA Days: learn more about the college financial aid process. Click here for more information.
  • American Educational Guidance Center Announcement
    Please link to   http://www.college-scholarships.com/schools/new-jersey/ to view  lists and offers, contact information for virtually all post-secondary schools, colleges, and universities in your state.   Elsewhere on  http://www.college-scholarships.com  are links to 70 scholarship search data bases, GPA and student loan calculators, a guide to the FAFSA, information on online degree programs for adults, and dozens of helpful articles for college students of all ages.
Stockton College Urban Teacher Academy:  June 27- July 8.  Day Program, transportation required. 
Application Due Date  May 31, 2016.  Contact your Guidance Counselor for additional information.

Gettysburg College:
  • Camp Psych - Campers will get hands-on experiences that introduce them to research in psychology during this fun, challenging, and engaging introduction to the field.
  • Government Leadership Camp - This program is designed for students who have a passion for understanding American government to engage in small discussions, attend college-level lectures, and participate in debates, simulations, and field trips.
  • Writing Camp - Students gain an in-depth introduction to all four genres of creative writing: fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and writing for stage and screen.
  • 3D Object Modeling and Printing Camp - Students will study 3D object modeling and printing starting with the basics of a 3D printer. After learning the fundamentals, they will practice designing objects. 
Summer Discovery Sports Internships with the New England Patriots

FROM THE NURSE'S OFFICE
All Juniors need a physical exam.  If your child doesn't have a current physical on file in the nurse's office, please call your doctor to schedule an appointment. Please return completed forms as soon as possible.
ACTION ALERT
T he issue of nonpublic school transportation is the top priority of our budget advocacy efforts at this time.  The per-pupil allotment for transportation has been frozen at $884.00 since 2008.  THIS MUST BE INCREASED in the next budget, or the future of many of our Catholic schools, who rely heavily on this transportation, will be in jeopardy.

We are told by those who work in the Governor's office that, at this stage, there is strength in numbers, and that the number of letters, emails, and phone calls made to the Governor's office does have a bearing on which issues get the greatest attention. Please review the below linked document and information sheet.  Let us all join with great enthusiasm in prayer and ACTION, so that 2016 may be the year in which the freeze on nonpublic transportation may be lifted.

 

THANK YOU!
ARAMARK SERVES BREAKFAST!

SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITIES
  • Maple Shade Soccer Club seeks volunteers for their TOPS Soccer Program. CLICK HERE FOR FLIER.
  • Mt. Ephraim TeenCERT (Community Emergency Response Team) CLICK HERE FOR FLIER
  • CHERRY HILL LIBRARY 
  • CROC Center: currently looking for teens who can commit to at least 20 hours of volunteer service/one shift per week in the Kroc Kids after-school program. Teens are needed after-school Monday through Thursday between the hours of 3:15pm to 8:00pm. Teens must be able to volunteer a minimum of two hours the day they volunteer. They help with sports, homework, serving meals, crafts, clean up and more. All teen volunteers have to be at least 16 years of age to be considered. In addition to a volunteer interview, volunteers are reference and background checked. Email Dawn Garlic, Volunteer Services Manager: dawn.garlic@use.salvationarmy.org
Christ the King Car Raffle
Win a Mitsubishi Valued at $24,500. Only $10/ticket. Click here for flier!
FIGHTING IRISH ATHLETICS 

Monday, April 11
JV Baseball @ Bishop Eustace 3:45, Varsity Baseball home vs. Bishop Eustace 3:45
Boys Lacrosse vs. West Deptford, Varsity 3:45, JV 5:15
Softball @ Bishop Eustace, JV & Varsity 3:45
Girls Lacrosse vs. Paul VI, Varsity 3:45, JV 5:15

Tuesday, April 12
Freshman Baseball @ Bishop Eustace 3:45 
Varsity Golf @ Eastern 3:45

Wednesday, April 13
Varsity Golf vs. Bishop Eustace 3:45
Girls Lacrosse vs. Cherry Hill West, Varsity 3:45, JV 5, Freshman away @ 3:45
Track vs. Woodrow Wilson and Paul VI 3:45
Baseball vs. Seneca, JV & Varsity away @ 4, Freshman home @ 4
Softball @ Seneca JV & Varsity 4

Thursday, April 14
Baseball vs. Cherry Hill East, JV away @ 3:45, Varsity home @ 3:45
Golf @ Seneca 3:45
Boys Lacrosse vs. Cherry Hill West, JV 3:45, Varsity 6:40
Girls Lacrosse vs. Sterling, Varsity 3:45, JV 5:15
Softball vs. Cherry Hill East, JV & Varsity 3:45

Friday, April 15
Freshman Baseball @ Cherry Hill East 3:45
Girls Freshman Lacrosse vs. Shawnee 4
Track 4

Saturday, April 16
Track 9 a.m.
Baseball @ Rancocas Valley 10 a.m.
Boys Lacrosse @ Bishop Eustace, Varsity 1 p.m., JV 2:30 p.m.