Crab Feed ’26 raises $45,660 for Carondelet’s Sisterhood Fund

Thanks to the enthusiastic participation of our wonderful guests, and aided by the doubling impact of a $15K matching gift challenge from Rebecca and Kirk Bocek P’17 ’20, last night’s Crab Feed Fund-the-Need infused this mission-centric initiative with a huge boost.

Countless students will benefit from the selfless generosity of this spirited group, and we are so thankful.

Our community puts the FUN in fundraising! Thank you!

Seventh Grade Event at Carondelet - Wednesday, April 15

Do you know a 7th-grader who’s starting to think about high school? Step Into the Sisterhood is a high-energy day at Carondelet where students make new friends, jump into hands-on activities, and experience what our sisterhood is all about. De La Salle will host a companion event for 7th-grade boys across the street, and both groups will come together for an epic joint rally and celebration. Families can sign up their 7th grader(s) via our Inquiry Form.

Winter Sports Updates 

• Basketball will host their first NCS playoff game of the postseason on Wednesday, February 25, at 7:00 PM, in the Carondelet gym. Follow the basketball NCS playoff brackets on MaxPreps for the most up-to-date game details. 
• Soccer's next NCS game is Saturday, February 28. Location, time, and opponent TBD. NCS soccer Playoff brackets can be found on MaxPreps for the most up-to-date game details. 

Follow our soccer and basketball teams on the NFHS network and watch live playoff games.

Spring Sports Liturgy is Friday, March 6

We are excited for all of our spring sports athletes to join the Athletics and Campus Ministry staff for a special liturgy on Friday, March 6, during X Block (1:40 to 2:40 PM). This is a required event for all spring athletes. Please make arrangements with your teachers in advance for alternative test retakes and meetings so that you can attend. Liturgy attire is not required.

Afternoon Shuttle to CAC

For any athletes who need a ride to the CAC after school, the CAC Shuttle leaves the main campus 20 minutes after the last bell every day. This includes X-Block, 7th Period, and rally days. The shuttle parks on Winton Drive. This shuttle is a one-way ride. Athletes will need to be picked up from the CAC.

Spring Sports Coach Emails 

• Badminton: Romaldo Orozco
• Beach Volleyball: Nicolas Whitacre
• Dive: Dominic Giordano
• Lacrosse: Jill Neiderstadt
• Rugby: Janet Miramontes
• Softball: Nate Albano
• Stunt: Regina Fratecelli
• Swim: Roque Santos
• Track & Field: Terrell Ward

All Superheroes Need Underwear: Donate to the Lenten Project!

This year, Carondelet's Lenten Project is dedicated to supporting Days for Girls International, an organization that increases access to menstrual care and education. We will be collecting new, 100% cotton underwear for the Days for Girls washable pads. Bring in your donations now until Friday, March 20! You can buy underwear via our Amazon wishlist. Learn more about the project here. Contact Campus Minister Vanessa Miranda with any questions.

Winton Volunteer Service Award

We are excited to announce a new award called the Winton Volunteer Service Award as a replacement for the President’s Volunteer Service Award. The Winton Volunteer Service Award, given by both Carondelet and De La Salle, will be eligible to students who complete an extraordinary amount of service hours. Check out the Frosh and Soph info sheet and Junior and Senior info sheet to learn about the amount of hours required to be eligible. Contact Campus Minister Vanessa Miranda with any questions.

CSJ Women’s Leadership and Service Trip: March 26–28

All sophomore and junior student leaders are eligible to apply to attend the Report on the Status of Women and Girls in California Annual Conference in Los Angeles. Attendees will gather with over 500 women advocates, educators, policy-makers, business leaders, and elected officials for conversation that inspires action in addressing inequalities and gender gaps in our state. Students will tour Mount Saint Mary’s University, a CSJ all-women’s college, participate in community service at the CSJ-founded organization, Alexandria House, and more. Applications for sophomores and juniors with leadership positions on campus are due Friday, February 27, at 11:59 PM.

February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

The Cannon Wellness Center is offering focused programming throughout the month to raise awareness and develop tools to foster healthy relationships and friendships, and to equip students with tools to advocate for safety and respect within our community. Students are invited to attend the Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships Workshops on March 4 & 6.

Cultivating healthy relationships is an essential part of adolescent development and overall well-being, and it closely aligns with our Mission. It is important that students continue building skills in positive communication, recognizing and respecting healthy boundaries, and developing a clear understanding of consent.

Students are encouraged to check our events calendar and join us during lunch for activities that promote connection and reinforce the importance of safe, supportive relationships.

Laps for Life at De La Salle: Friday, February 27

This month, we are also invited to join De La Salle in their education efforts around mental health awareness and suicide prevention by supporting their upcoming annual Laps For Life event during lunch on Friday, February 27. 

Laps for Life is a powerful and hope-filled event focused on changing the conversation around teen mental health. The event was created in 2012 following the tragic loss of De La Salle student Tyler Bunn and continues in his memory.

We invite students to join us for this meaningful lunchtime event at De La Salle. The afternoon will include inspirational speakers and an opportunity to walk the DLS track together in solidarity and support of mental health awareness. 

We encourage you to keep the lines of communication open with your daughters around this important and sensitive topic, and we have several additional resources on our Wellness Resources page to facilitate those conversations. 

As wellness counselors, we are here to support our students and families. Please reach out to us if you have any questions, concerns, or would like further information regarding resources and community referrals.

Stacie Besagno | Sarah Alpert ’92 | Geneva Green | Sharon Guillén-Goldsmith

Junior Grand Prix Prom - Saturday, March 7

Get ready for a glamorous night at the racetrack—it's almost time for our Grand Prix Prom! Here are the details to get you revved up and in position for the evening:

• When? Saturday, March 7, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM
• Where? Blackhawk Automotive Museum
• Tickets? Hit the gas and buy tickets here!

If your Junior is interested in adding a co-driver (guest), please complete this guest pass by this Friday, February 27, before 3:00 PM (delivered to the Deans) to secure your spot on the starting grid 

Let’s race the night away! Questions? Contact Jackie Ludwig, Junior Council moderator, or Gaeby Todesco ’07, Junior Council moderator.

Seniors:

• Please continue to update Maia with your college decisions as you receive them. This is helpful information as we start to talk with juniors about college lists.

Seniors & Juniors:

• If you are planning to visit colleges over Spring Break, this College Visit Checklist has things to do and questions you may want to ask.

Juniors, Sophomores, & Freshmen:

• College Counselors will be meeting with all 9th through 11th-grade students to help them select their classes for the next school year. This is a required meeting. Counselors will select classes for students who don’t schedule a meeting or who do not attend their scheduled appointment. Dr. Chaponot will send out detailed information regarding the scheduling process, and all pertinent information will be in the Schoology Class Level Scheduling Hub. Sophomores completed meetings on February 6. Below are the course scheduling meeting dates for each grade level:
• 9th grade: Jan. 20–Mar. 5
• 11th grade: Feb. 9–Mar. 6
• Who is my counselor?

Carondelet shares these opportunities for informational purposes only. We do not affiliate with or endorse any particular organizations.

Freshman Families: Still Need Volunteer Points?

We still have lots of fun volunteer opportunities available. Crab Feed, Senior Send Off, Cougar Classic, and more. Check out our Volunteer Opportunities today!

Carondelet Giving Day is March 11 and 12.

For 48 hours, our community will rally to support the programs and opportunities that help our students thrive. Every gift makes an impact and brings us closer to our goal of $200,000! This year’s Giving Day includes fun incentives, exciting challenges, and a few meaningful surprises along the way.

Early Bird Giving is open now! Give early to be entered to win a Carondelet Cooler and receive two reusable snack pouches.

More challenges and ways to get involved are coming soon.



Let’s Believe in Her.

Sign Up for Adventure Week Sessions!

Get ready to level up your daughter's summer with our Adventure Week Sessions this June and July!

Exclusively for rising 7th and 8th-grade girls, these off-site adventures promise a week filled with fun memories around the Bay Area. Join us for trips to The Oakland Zoo, Urban Air Adventure Park, a Giants game, and so much more!

Register today! LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE!

Searching for a Sports option? We also offer a variety of Girls’ Sports Clinics led by our regular-season coaches that will help your daughter sharpen her skills, learn new techniques, and prepare to play with greater confidence. 

Summers @ Carondelet registration is open now! Learn more and register here. Questions? Contact Director of Community Engagement and Summer Programming Kimber Powers.

Nominate an Inspiring Alumna!

We’re now accepting nominations for our Alumna of the Year and Young Alumna of the Year (an alumna who graduated between 2015 and 2025) awards. If you know an alumna through family, friends, or our community who exemplifies leadership, service, or Carondelet’s mission, we encourage you to nominate her. Please feel free to share this opportunity with others and visit our website for more information.

Hop on over to the Carondelet Athletics Complex on Saturday, March 28, for a morning of fun with family and friends! Festivities begin at 10:00 AM and will include coffee and snacks, face painting, fun Easter-themed activities, coloring, and more. Carrie the Cougar and the Easter Bunny may make a special appearance. Register here! All are welcome! Please share with your friends with “little peeps!”

Help us fill the Easter Eggs buy purchasing goodies on our Amazon Registry here!

Black History Month Celebrations

February is Black History Month, a time to uplift the rich heritage, culture, and resilience of Black communities.

Join the Black Student Union (BSU) and DEI Council this month, as they host several campus events to honor, celebrate, and recognize the contributions and lasting legacy of Black culture and community, including a movie at lunch in the Inner Court on Wednesday, February 25.