Tuesday, November 12, 2024

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UPCOMING DATES

November 12: CPC Meeting

November 16: Campus Clean Up Event

November 16: Global Student Union Dinner

November 25-29: Thanksgiving Break

December 10: CPC Meeting

December 23-January 6: No School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEW: CANNED FOOD DRIVE 

Starting THIS WEEK, donations will be collected every 5th period until Dec. 11th. Class with the most cans wins a pizza party! Classes can also win candy for 1,000 cans, baked goods for 1,500, and an ice cream party for 2,000! One dollar=3 cans. You can donate online, bring cans, or cash/check made out to Contra Costa Food Bank (preferred). Parents, you are more than welcome to donate or if donating for your child, note what their 5th period class is in the comments.


NEW: ANNUAL TEACHER APPRECIATION COOKIE TRAYS

Please help us celebrate our Teachers and Staff by donating homemade baked goods for our annual Cookie Tray event. Cookies need to be either brought to school on Friday, Dec. 13th, by 9 a.m. or dropped off the night before. This is a favorite for our teachers so please sign up to help us show our gratitude for all they do for our kids! Please contact cookie event chairs Tina or Malorie with any questions. Sign Up Genius is HERE. 


NEW: DENIM DAY SWAP

Do you have old denim lying around? Want to buy vintage denim for cheap? Then you've come to the right place. From Nov. 6th to Nov. 15th, we are collecting gently-used denim clothing in the A-Hall to be sold on Wednesday, Nov. 20th, at lunch in the quad!  


CAMPUS CLEAN UP EVENT - NEW DATE

We have a new date for the Campus Clean Up Event that was postponed because of excessive heat in October. NEW DATE: Saturday, Nov. 16th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Interested in helping the environment, beautifying Campolindo's campus, and building community? Parents and students are invited to volunteer and join us. Students can earn up to four volunteer hours. There will be options to mulch, garden, and possibly more! Wear sneakers and gardening clothes. Bring gloves, a rake or hedge clippers if you have them (but not necessary). Meet at the entrance to the Campo garden near the Senior Parking Lot. For additional information and to register as a volunteer, sign up HERE.


PLEASE CONTRIBUTE TO FINALS FUEL FALL 2024!

Many thanks to those of you who have signed up and donated snacks so far. With just 49 days before finals, we are 11,000 snacks short of our goal. Finals Fuel is a 100% Parent-supported activity and we cannot do it without you.

Here’s how: purchase snacks directly from Amazon and Costco, donate money [Venmo: @Randi-Kofman, PayPal @RandiKofman]. And spots are still available to distribute snacks on campus. Sign up HERE. Thank you!


CPC MEETING - NOVEMBER 12th, 2024

Our next meeting is on Tuesday, Nov. 12th, from 9-10:30 a.m. in the Campo Library. All current parents/guardians are welcome. Please check in at Attendance first. Principal Pete Alvarez will be continuing the presentation on the Campo Challenge Success Student Survey results. Here is the agenda and last month's meeting minutes.

Here are the financials: Balance Sheet, Profits & Loss, Journal Entries, Monthly P&L.


SMART GIVING SEMINAR

Have you ever been curious about legacy giving, Charitable Trusts, Donor Advised Funds, or the benefits of donating appreciated stock? Join us for this free informative session, open to all, where we will demystify these sophisticated giving strategies with two experts and MEF Sponsors: Meredith Rosen from Bedell Frazier and Yuki Yu from Roots + Wings Legal. Thursday, Nov. 14th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the JM Library at 1010 Camino Pablo in Moraga. Register HERE.


LOCAL BUSINESSES PARTNERING TO GIVE BACK TO MEF

Get ready for the holidays during these two events:

Summer Brown Photography: Book a session with Summer Brown Photography to take place before Dec. 15th, use code MEF10, and 10% of the session fee will go to MEF! 

Five Little Monkeys: Shop Five Little Monkeys online or in Lafayette between Nov. 1st and 15th, use code MEF2024!, and 15% of your pre-tax total sale will go to MEF!


BOOK COLLECTION

The National Charity League Acalanes Senior Class 2025 is collecting new and gently used books for children aged toddlers-early high school. The books will be donated and utilized as part of our "Sweet Dreams" Senior Class Project supporting Hope Solutions. Hope Solutions provides emergency support for unhoused individuals and families in Contra Costa County. Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 5th, through Friday, Nov. 22nd, donations can be dropped off in the Campolindo A-hall in a box labeled "Hope Solutions Book Drive." Feel free to email Claire Birdsey if you have any questions.


GLOBAL STUDENT UNION DINNER

The Global Student Union is organizing a dinner for all of Campolindo’s International families. Please come for food and community, and to get answers to any questions you may have. Join us on Saturday, Nov. 16th, 5:30-7 p.m. in College & Career Center (E13). Dinner will be provided, but you are welcome to bring a dessert or an appetizer to share. Please email Joan Batcheller with any questions. Register HERE.


CAMPO STUDENT/FAMILY DIRECTORY 

The Directory is included with the each CPC Household Membership. Access to the digital Campo Student/Family Directory went out to current CPC members via email this morning to the email used to purchase the membership through the Campo webstore for the household/family (most likely during school registration). If you did not receive the email and purchased a CPC membership this year, please first check with the other adult in your household and then contact Lisa Brown. If you'd like to become a CPC member, please visit the webstore to purchase a membership. We appreciate your support!


CHECK OUT THE CLASS SECTIONS!

Lots of new information! Visit your class section below to get the scoop on all new events and dates.


YEARBOOK INFORMATION

Yearbooks are on sale! Order yours HERE and use school code 6377 before prices go up on Oct. 31st. Yearbooks have sold out in the past so make sure to order now!


Yearbook is looking for any photos of your students to possibly include in the yearbook. It could be on your summer travels or just lounging in the backyard. Send them to campolindoyearbook@auhsdschools.org. JPEGs preferred. Please do not send pictures with .heic extensions. We are also looking for any other photos if you have them. 


Seniors! Get your senior portrait taken before it's too late. Contact Studio One Photography to schedule a portrait session. 

MORAGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION

LOCAL BUSINESSES PARTNERING TO GIVE BACK TO MEF

Get ready for the holidays during these two events:

Summer Brown Photography: Book a session with Summer Brown Photography to take place before Dec. 15th, use code MEF10, and 10% of the session fee will go to MEF! 

Five Little Monkeys: Shop Five Little Monkeys online or in Lafayette between Nov. 1st and 15th, use code MEF2024!, and 15% of your pre-tax total sale will go to MEF!


FRIENDS OF MORAGA SCHOOLS INFORMATION SESSION

MEF has established a new program for donors who do not currently have children in the Moraga schools: Friends of Moraga Schools. Donors who become Founding Members or Golden Pear Founding Members receive special benefits. Learn more in this video. 


GIVING CAMPAIGN UPDATE

MEF has raised $1,126,411 and is 37% toward its $3M goal for the year! Thank you to all of the Campo families who have contributed so far. Campo's family participation level is at 30%. Every Campo student benefits from MEF grants, so we hope every Campo family will participate at the level that is right for them. Learn more about how you can support your child's Campo education HERE!


MORAGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION LAWN SIGNS

Every student benefits from MEF grants, so we ask every family to contribute to the Giving Campaign! If you donate or pledge before November 15th, you will receive a lawn sign to show your school pride. Thank you for creating possibilities for every student, every day! Make your annual contribution or sign up to be a Sustaining Donor today at moragaeducation.org.  



Learn More about MEF:

MEF raises funds every year for grants to Campolindo High School. Donate and learn more at our website moragaeducation.org. Contact us at MEF@moraga.k12.ca.us

ATHLETICS NEWS

NEW: GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS

Huge congrats to all the girls on their amazing DAL performance! Special shoutout to Bridgette Sieckert for 2nd in singles and Becca Tanner & Finley Cattell for 3rd in doubles! The team advances to NCS this week! 


NEW: FEMALE STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING 

The Campo Athletic Boosters is sponsoring a (free) Female Strength and Conditioning Program in Campo's Weight Room. Open to any Campo Students. No experience necessary. Meet at the weight room in workout attire. Mondays and Wednesdays: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Starts on Wednesday, Nov. 13th.


NCS/CIF PLAYOFF GAMES 

TICKETS For all DAL, NCS and CIF Playoff games requires the purchase of a ticket from Gofan Ticket Link. All Spectators will need to purchase a ticket. Campo ASB, Boosters Cards etc. will NOT be accepted for admission. 



NATIONAL LETTER OF INTENT RECOGNITION CEREMONY

Campolindo will be holding its Fall NLI Recognition Ceremony, Nov. 13th at 12:50 (Lunchtime). If your student athlete is planning on signing an NLI and would like to participate in the ceremony, please email the student athlete's name, sport and college to AD Ray Meadows. We wlil be holding another ceremony in the Spring for athletes that will be signing later in the year. 


Campo Athletics -- Upstanding Athlete Award -- Nomination Form


Please visit our Campo Athletics Website for all the latest information.

To stay up to date with Campo Athletics follow us on X/Twitter and Instagram.


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 X/Twitter.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER

NEW: SAVE THE DATE

Why Go Out of State? Presentation and Mini College Fair, Wednesday, Dec. 4th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Acalanes High School. Campolindo students and families are invited to join a presentation by Regional Admissions Counselors of California (RACC) at Acalanes High School to learn about the benefits of going to school outside California and meet with admissions reps from 25+ colleges. Check here in the coming weeks for a registration code.


HOW TO REQUEST CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS

FOR ADMISSIONS

For schools requiring a transcript: Be sure to toggle the “Transcript Request” button for each school in MaiaLearning/Universities/Applying list. Next, go to the Campolindo Web Store to formally request. There is no fee for transcripts. HERE is a “How-To” video created by Mr. Magno walking families through the process. Please also be sure to fill out the Student Counselor Survey, Parent Brag Sheet(s), and Resume/portfolio in MaiaLearning for your counselor recommendation.  


Note: UCs/CSUs/CA Community Colleges do not require an official transcript, counselor recommendation, or a teacher letter of recommendation. Please have your student stop by the College & Career Center if you have questions. 


UPCOMING ACADEMIES TO HELP WITH COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

(Space Limited to 25) Location - E13, register in Teachmore/Batcheller.

Nov. 13th: First Years: Extracurriculars & College Admissions - What should

you be doing? 

Nov. 15th: UC/Regular Decision - PIQ/Essay Help

Nov. 20th: Last Chance UC/CSU App Help This Week 

Nov. 22nd: Very Last Minute Help: UCs/CSU Applications


COLLEGE VISITS ON OUR CAMPUS

Any student (especially Seniors) interested in listening to an Admissions Rep’s 30-minute talk about their college, can attend by registering on Maia Learning under the "Events" Tab then picking up a pass in the College & Career Center. Below are some of the visits within the next few weeks. See the full list on Maia Learning - more are added regularly so please check the calendar HERE or in MaiaLearning.


Nov. 12th: Washington State University


APPOINTMENTS WITH THE COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

A very important part of our work is ensuring each student has a good college list in MaiaLearning. If you are stumped, don't worry—we're here to help you build one. We recommend families use a College Cost Calculator to help determine which schools are financially a good fit. More information on the college and career process can be found on College & Career 101. Please feel free to make an appointment with us on the Campo College/Career Website, Campo College Calendly links, and check out "Upcoming Events."



MRS. BATCHELLER, COLLEGE/CAREER COUNSELOR

Click here for all the latest information from the College & Career Center.

CAMPOLINDO WELLNESS CENTER

ITEM DONATIONS 

The Wellness Center is looking for donations of 1-2 cornhole sets and a Cricut Machine for use in the Wellness Center. Please contact Amy Spillane if you are able to donate.


For information and details regarding programming, support groups, and educational opportunities visit our webpage or follow us on Instagram @campowellness.

CAMPOLINDO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING

Stay current and follow us on our webpage and on Facebook.

SENIOR CLASS NEWS

NEW: UC & CSU APPLICATION HELP AT THE COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

UC and CSU Applications are DUE, Monday, Dec. 2nd. Last chance to get help from the College & Career Center is the week of November 18th-22nd. We are closed for the Thanksgiving Break, returning on Dec. 2nd. We are open for drop-in Lunch/7th (Tues/Thurs - No appointment necessary) and Academy (Wed/Fri - Sign-up Teachmore/Batcheller) for support.


DROP-IN HOURS AT THE COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

The College & Career staff is here every Tuesday/Thursday during Lunch/7th. Stop by to work on your applications, have essays and apps reviewed, or ask questions. No appointment necessary.


HOW TO REQUEST CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS

FOR ADMISSIONS

For schools requiring a transcript: Be sure to toggle the “Transcript Request” button for each school in MaiaLearning/Universities/Applying list. Next, go to the Campolindo Web Store to formally request. There is no fee for transcripts. HERE is a “How-To” video created by Mr. Magno walking families through the process. Please also be sure to fill out the Student Counselor Survey, Parent Brag Sheet(s), and Resume/portfolio in MaiaLearning for your Counselor’s LOR.  


Note: UCs/CSUs/CA Community Colleges do not require an official transcript, counselor recommendation, or a teacher letter of recommendation. Please have your student stop by the College & Career Center if you have questions. 


Senior College/Career Checklist

Follow us on Instagram @campolindoclass2025

For additional Class of 2025 information, visit our webpage

JUNIOR CLASS NEWS


Junior College/Career Checklist

Follow us on Instagram @campoclassof26

For additional Class of 2026 information, visit our webpage

SOPHOMORE CLASS NEWS


SOPHOMORE PARENT PARTY: FEBRUARY 22ND

Due to lower-than-expected attendance, we’ve decided to move the party to Saturday, February 22nd. We want to ensure that we have as many people as possible to make this a successful fundraiser and a great opportunity to build community. We can't wait to celebrate with you all! Get your tickets now!

2027 Parent Party: February 22nd


Sophomore College/Career Planning

Follow us on Instagram @campolindoclass2027

For additional Class of 2027 information, visit our webpage.

FRESHMAN CLASS NEWS

CAMPO SPIRIT WEAR

We have a few white Campo spirit wear t-shirts available for sale. $25 with proceeds going to the freshman class. If interested, please email Anne Woolway to arrange payment and drop off/ pick-up.


Freshman College/Career Planning

Follow us on Instagram @campoclass2028

For additional Class of 2028 information, visit our webpage. 

PLEASE CHECK BELOW LINKS FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Moraga Education Foundation

Campolindo Parents Club

Campolindo Website

Campolindo Athletics Website

Campolindo College & Career Website

Campolindo College and Career 101

Campolindo Webstore

AUHSD website

Campolindo Parents Club | campobulletin@campoparents.org 

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