Monday, March 7, 2022
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TODAY: CPC BOARD MEETING The Campo Parents Club will be meeting this morning from 9-10:30am in the Campo Library. All members are welcome to attend. Agenda is posted on the CPC Website.

NEW: JAZZ DINNER DANCE TICKET SALES CLOSE SUNDAY Come enjoy incredible jazz music performed by Johnny Johnson’s Campolindo Jazz Band while dining and dancing the evening away! This event, held on March 26th, is open to all parents, students, and community members. Come out and support Campo's talented musicians! Click here for tickets or here for more information.

NEW: MARCH MADNESS DANCE CHAPERONES NEEDED Campo Parents! Given the recent drop in Covid numbers and loosening of restrictions, we are able to hold our March Madness dance outside in the quad. The dance will be on March 17th (It's a Thursday before the Friday off!) at 7:45-9:15pm. Sign up here. It is fun and easy--and all you need to do is dress warm! 

NEW: CPC BOOK CLUB Please join the CPC Book Club on Wednesday, March 23, at 7:30pm to discuss The Gifts of Imperfection: 10th Anniversary Edition by Brene Brown. Not only is the pursuit of perfection highly overrated, it can also be extremely destructive and demoralizing. Embracing the concepts of courage, compassion, and connection can make for a more balanced, healthy life for all. This meeting will take place via Zoom. Stay tuned for registration and Zoom link information. Questions? Please contact Ginger Stambaugh.

NEW: ACADEMY The Academy program (Wednesdays and Fridays) is one of the key academic support tools at Campolindo. Each Academy session is 55 minutes long, and all teachers run support sessions. Learn more about Academy via the following link: CHS Academy.

NEW: PTA ADVOCACY DAY IS APRIL 22 The theme of this year's Advocacy Day is Raise the Base. Registration will open soon. Click here for more info.

UPDATE: CAMPOLINDO LEADERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Campo Talks is hosting a speaker for Women's History Month--Sharon Sobotta, who is the director of Women and Gender Equity at Saint Mary’s on March 11th during library academy.
  • There will be an all district BSU dance on March 12th from 7-9pm--bring your friends! Buy tickets here.
  • Leadership is running an art show. If your student would like to participate, they can submit art here.

BUY YOUR 40th ANNIVERSARY AUCTION GALA TICKETS TODAY! Join us on April 30th at the Diablo Country Club for cocktails, dinner, dancing, and live and silent auctions. Buy your tickets at MEFauction.com today!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE UPCOMING MUSICAL Campolindo Spring Musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella," March 11th-13th and March 18th-20th. Tickets sales are open! Campo Choir Tickets

LOOKING TO GET INVOLVED IN CAMPO PARENTS CLUB? There are so many ways to volunteer! Do you have a background in accounting or bookkeeping? We are in need of a Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer to be part of next year's board. We have various Vice President roles and committee lead positions open, as well. Please email Christie Lenahan if you'd like to know more.

VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARDS Reminder to have your student keep track of their volunteer hours! Students can earn one of two service awards: Campolindo Service Award (school award) or the President's Volunteer Service Award (a national award). For more information, visit the CPC website or Campo's website. Due to the Covid pandemic, only 20 hours are required for the 2021-2022 school year. 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARENTS
LUNCH DISTRIBUTION We need parent help to get the lunches distributed in a timely manner. This is a quick and easy volunteer job to help get the students fed quickly! Time slots are available M-F from 12:45-1:15pm. Click here to sign up. 

JAZZ DINNER DANCE VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS We are in need of volunteers to both join the planning committee and staff the event. Need is especially greatest for volunteers from Freshman/Sophomore/Junior families to join the planning committee as this year’s event Co-Chairs, Chris House and Wei Barck, both have graduating Seniors in the Jazz Band. Click HERE to volunteer. If you have questions, would like to be an event sponsor, or want to make a donation to the raffle/silent auction please reach out to Chris House or Wei Barck.
ATHLETICS NEWS
NLI NATIONAL LETTER OF INTENT SIGNING DAY RECOGNITION CEREMONY -- SPRING Date and Time TBA: If your son or daughter is interested in being recognized in our Spring NLI Recognition Signing Day, please contact AD Ray Meadows with your child's name and the name of the school they will be signing an NLI with. More details to come on the date/time.

NCS/CIF PLAYOFFS WINTER SPORTS: Admission to all NCS/CIF Playoff games will require a ticket purchased on GoFan.co. This is for ALL spectators including students that wish to attend. 

Please visit our Campo Athletics Website for all the latest information.
The Campo Athletic Boosters are excited to support the Campolindo Athletics program and all of its student athletes.  Stay current and follow us on our webpage and on FacebookInstagram, and Twitter.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
DVC SUMMER CAREER ACADEMIES These 1-2 week classes allow high school students to explore various career opportunities. Subjects include Animation, Business, Cybersecurity, Engineering/Construction/Manufacturing, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Technology, Health, Culinary/Hospitality, Biotech, Police Academy, and Robotics. Registration opens on April 1st. More information here.

UCLA GAME LAB The UCLA Game Lab Summer Institute introduces high school students to game-making as an artistic practice, teaching them techniques and tools to develop analog and digital games that reflect their own creative vision. No previous game-making skills are required! 
  • Session A (online, virtual classroom): July 11, 2022 – July 22, 2022
  • Session B (in-person, residential): July 24, 2022 – August 6, 2022
Enrollment started February 15—and tends to fill up pretty quickly! To register and enroll directly, visit UCLA Summer Sessions.

CAREER TALKS, FRIDAYS (12:55-1:25) IN E13 OVER ZOOM Are you interested in learning about different jobs and whether one may be a good fit for you? The College & Career Center has lined up a group of professionals who are passionate about their jobs and want to share it with you. Come listen to them talk about their career, how they got there, pros/cons of the job, and what advice they have for you. All grades are welcome. Come to as many talks as you wish.  Register here.

UPCOMING COLLEGE VISITS These visits are open to any student. Register in Naviance > Colleges > College visits, then pick up a pass in the College & Career Center.
  • HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY March 7, 11:15-11:45am (in-person in E13)
  • COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY March 21, 11:15-11:45am (in-person in E13)
  • BINGHAMTON  March 23, 9:30-10:00am (in-person in E13)
  • TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY March 23, 12:25-12:55pm (in-person in E13)
  • UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON April 14, 8:00-8:30am (virtual in E13)
  • UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA  April 19, 10:40-11:10am (in-person in E13)
  • PURDUE April 20, 12:25-12:55pm (in-person in E13)
 
ACADEMIES FOR JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES Location: College & Career Center, E13. Sign up in Teachmore. See Class sections below.

MRS. BATCHELLER, COLLEGE/CAREER COUNSELOR
CAMPOLINDO WELLNESS CENTER
TALKING OUR KIDS THROUGH ADDICTION. TUPE (Tobacco Use Prevention Education) is hosting an interactive workshop that will engage participants in group discussions on how to talk to young people about tobacco/substance use and intervention support. This online event will be held on March 8th from 6-7:30pm. To register please go here

For information and details regarding programming, support groups, and educational opportunities visit our webpage or follow us on Instagram @campowellness. To access our recurring Amazon wishlist go here. Thank you!
CAMPOLINDO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
NEW: D&I STRATEGY SESSION PROJECTS OUTLINED Campo Parents, Administration, and People aligned with DNI work met at the Campo Library on February 24 to identify ways to move our work forward. 
We are seeking volunteers to assist with the specific projects outlined below:
  • United Against Hate Week Planning
  • Engaging New Parents
  • K-8 Articulation
  • Partnership with Student Leadership Equity Committee
  • Athletics Coaches Code of Conduct & Best Practices
  • Liaisons for teacher equity meetings (Wednesday mornings once a month)
Anyone who would like to get more involved in any of these projects can connect with rob@dnicampo.com or anne@dnicampo.com.

NEW: NEXT STRATEGY SESSION We'll meet again on Monday, March 21st at 7pm with an optional and encouraged social half-hour starting at 6:30 (Location TBD). Bring a friend!

WELCOMING NEWCOMERS TO LAFAYETTE Join Lafayette’s DEIB committee on Thursday, March 10th from 7-8pm in the Lafayette Library for an engaging conversation with realtors, school members, and homeowners associations. This fourth installment of a multi-part series will explore ways we can make everyone feel welcome and included as Lamorinda continues to grow and change. For questions or more information, please contact LafayetteDEIB@gmail.com. Click here for more information.

Stay current and follow us on our webpage and on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
PARENT EDUCATION
START SMART: DRIVING SMART TO STAY SAFE Start Smart provides teens and their caregivers with an interactive safe driving awareness class that will illustrate how poor choices behind the wheel can have devastating impacts and will equip participants with the tools needed to make smart choices when it comes to driving. Students that attend the class will receive a certificate from CHP that they can present to insurance companies. This event is open to all AUHSD parents and their teens. Wednesday, March 23, 6:30pm, at the Miramonte Theater. Click here for more info and to RSVP.


If you have parent education topic ideas or shareable resources, please reach out to Parent Education Chairs Alicia Griffith or Chris Flitter. For information about Parent Education Opportunities, visit the parent education page on the CPC website. 
MORAGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
NEW: TICKETS TO THE MEF 40TH ANNIVERSARY AUCTION GALA ARE ON SALE NOW Purchase your tickets and find out more information at MEFauction.com. There are fewer than 100 tickets left, so purchase yours today! If you can't attend, the online auction will be open for bidding by all community members from April 16-23.

NEW: MEF MARCH MADNESS STARTS MARCH 15 MEF is partnering with some of our Sponsors to encourage people to shop local and support our schools.  
  • March 15, 5-8pm: Kick-off event at Canyon ClubCome watch the opening round of March Madness at Canyon Club. In addition to basketball, there will be live music, a raffle, and 10% of all sales (including takeout) will go to MEF!
  • March 16-20: 20% of sales at Zoonie’s Candy, Gelato, and Novelties go to Moraga public schools when you mention MEF.  
  • March 21-27: 10% of sales at Town Bakery & Cafe (including takeout) goes to Moraga public schools when you mention MEF.  
  • March 26-April 1: 20% off for Basementeers at Sports Basement, and a portion of your sales goes to MEF when you designate MEF as your Basementeer beneficiaryClick here for the Sports Basement discount flyer and code for online purchases.

NEW: MEF SURVEY RESULTS ARE IN Thank you to those of you who completed our recent survey. Your feedback helps MEF be a better steward of your donations. Check out the complete results here

NEW: MEF BOARD MEETING FRIDAY, MARCH 11 MEF’s Board Meetings are always open to the public. Please join us at our next meeting on Friday, March 11 from 9:30-11am via Zoom. You can register to attend here.

NEW: CAMPAIGN UPDATE MEF has raised over $2M during this year’s Giving Campaign but still needs to raise almost $700,000 by the end of the school year to reach its fundraising goal. The money raised this year funds grants to the Moraga School District and Campolindo next year. Please help us fully fund these grants and continue to create possibilities by donating to MEF today! Every donation--at any level--makes a difference. Thank you for supporting every student, every day!

For information about MEF, visit moragaeducation.org. If you have questions, please reach out to MEF@moraga.k12.ca.usThank you for supporting Campolindo!
SENIOR CLASS NEWS
NEW: ELEVATE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship is for students who have been affected by mental health challenges. Their hope is that the scholarship inspires greater awareness about mental health and fuels innovative solutions that help the millions of people who are suffering. The application deadline is May 31. More information here.

UPDATE: ACADEMY FOR SENIORS College & Career Center, E13. Sign up in Teachmore.
  • March 9: DVC Registration for Learning Skills students (see teacher for location)
  • March 16: DVC Registration
  • April 29: Senior Celebration !!

IT'S TIME TO CELEBRATE OUR SENIORS! Planning for year-end events are now in high gear and we really need your help to make them a success. Please sign up to help with Senior Ball advance planning, Senior Ball night of on April 30th, and Grad Night on May 27th for both advance planning and night of help. Let’s all pitch to show our kids how much we care, and to make up for all our kids missed during Covid. Many thanks in advance!

BUCK SCHOLARSHIP This program extends opportunities to extraordinary high school students in helping them overcome barriers to reach new heights. Deadline is Sunday, April 10, 2022. To learn more, click here. If you have any questions, email Humphrey Manacsa at Humphrey Manacsa.

DVC REGISTRATION FOR SENIORS Academies for students
  • March 09: DVC registration for Learning Skills seniors only (not in E13, check location)
  • March 16: DVC registration for all other seniors
DVC PARENT NIGHT TALK via Zoom, March 22, 6:30-7:30pm, Zoom link

SENIOR BREAKFAST AND SENIOR BALL REVEAL The senior breakfast and ball reveal will be held on March 23rd at 7:30am. Stay tuned for more details!

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SENIORS Deadlines are approaching–act fast!  

Always check the Class of ‘22 Parent Page for up to date information on events throughout the year.


JUNIOR CLASS NEWS
NEW: PROM REVEAL THIS WEEK!! Student Leadership will reveal the details about our Class of 2023’s Junior Prom. Stay apprised by watching our Facebook and Instagram pages dropped around Wednesday of this week!!

NEW: JUNIOR MEETINGS The College & Career Center will be meeting with all Junior History classes on March 7 (US History) and May 9 (APUSH) to discuss planning for the college application process and their post-graduation plans.
 
NEW: PREPARE FOR NEXT YEAR Consider attending one or more of the events below to prepare you for your post-graduation plans and college application season in the fall.
  • in-person/virtual college visits
  • Out-of-State College Fair
  • Career Talks
  • Academies in the College Center
 
NEW: SUMMER PLANS Consider taking a summer class to explore an area of interest. Click here for a list of programs.

UPDATE: ACADEMY FOR JUNIORS College & Career Center, E13. Sign up in Teachmore.
  • March 09: 1-on-1 meetings
  • March 14: 1-on-1 meetings
  • March 23: 1-on-1 meetings

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @campo2023.
SOPHOMORE CLASS NEWS
UPDATE: ACADEMY FOR SOPHOMORES College & Career Center, E13. Sign up in Teachmore.
  • March 30: ask any questions

FRESHMAN CLASS NEWS
PLEASE CHECK BELOW LINKS FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION