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OCTOBER 8-18: PRAYERFULNESS
PRAYERFULNESS is the virtue of taking time to be with God, to talk with Him and to seek communion with Him. Personal prayer, reading scripture, praying the rosary, and participating in Eucharistic Adoration are all ways in which to deepen one's prayer life.
As we wrap up our week on the virtue of JUSTICE, check out this Victorious Virtue video!
Click on the link below download/print an info sheet on the virtue of prayerfulness.
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Our Class of 2024 seniors were awarded a combined total of $25.5 million in college scholarships. | | | |
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THE COLLEGE FAIR IS ALMOST HERE!
Tuesday, October 15 | 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. | Quad
6:00 to 6:30 Exclusive Early Access for Seniors Only
6:30 to 8:00 All Guests
All students and parents attending must register before the college fair. Be sure to sign up students and parents separately by going to these links: STUDENTS / PARENTS. Visit our College Fair webpage for more information, including a list of colleges who will be in attendance!
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MEET STEPHEN D. MINNIS, PRESIDENT, BENEDICTINE COLLEGE
Tuesday, October 8 | 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. | Busch Hall Center Room
Join us for a hosted reception followed by a conversation with President Minnis and our own President, Rich Meyer. All parents and students are highly encouraged to attend. Benedictine's Athletic Director and Vice President of Admissions will also be in attendance. This is an outstanding opportunity to meet administrators from one of The Newman Guide's most esteemed colleges. Although not required, your RSVP is greatly appreciated!
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THE COLLAPSE OF PARENTING
Second Edition Book Release by Dr. Leonard Sax
Who's in charge? Children today are often the decision makers when it comes to choosing things like what's for dinner or what time to go to bed. In this newly revised and expanded second edition, Dr. Sax addresses the contributing factors that have led to the collapse of parenting in America, including the culture of disrespect, medication, and over scheduling.
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LION'S SHARE ANNUAL FUND UPDATE
During our "Challenge Week Kick Off," 144 JSerra families gave to the Lion’s Share Annual Fund. Due to this generosity, we were able to meet the $100,000 matching gift challenge. To celebrate, students enjoyed an ice cream truck during lunch today!
The winner of the grade level challenge was the Class of 2027! They will receive a FREE Chick-Fil-A lunch tomorrow, Friday, October 4. Thank you again to everyone in our community who has already participated - your support has been tremendous! If you haven’t made your commitment yet, join those who have with a gift or pledge today.
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2024 HOMECOMING DANCE
Saturday, October 5 | 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. | Pavilion | www.jserra.org/hoco
Bonjour! Join us for "A Night in Paris." Tomorrow, Friday, October 4, is the last day to purchase tickets at the regular price of $80. The price will go up to $100 at the door.
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COME TAILGATE WITH JSPA TOMORROW at FNL!
Tomorrow, Friday, October 4 | 5:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to stop by the JSPA tailgate! Snag a snack or bring something to share, but be sure to stop by! Meet other JSPA parents and check out JSerra’s very own Rock Band. NEW FAMILIES: If you have never attended an FNL tailgate, this is a great time to check it out!
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BLOOD DRIVE
Tuesday, October 8 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Busch Hall Center Room
The Red Cross Club will be hosting their annual Blood Drive next week. Click the link below to sign up and donate blood! For questions contact Lori Austin.
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UPCOMING TNL | SALT CREEK COOKOUT
Tuesday, October 8 | 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. | Salt Creek Beach
Next week, Campus Ministry is hosting a cookout at Salt Creek Beach! We will be having a bonfire and cooking lots of food so please come enjoy the food and fellowship. Click on the link below to sign up. Questions? Email Campus Ministry.
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STUDENT TESTING DAY
Wednesday, October 9 | 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | JSerra Campus
Be sure to mark your calendars: Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will have a mandatory attendance day on campus, starting at 9:00 a.m. (arrive by 8:45 a.m.) Seniors will have an alternative schedule and will be expected to be working on specific tasks. All students and parents CLICK THE LINK BELOW to access important information and details regarding our Fall 2024 Testing Day.
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PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Wednesday, October 9 | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Pavilion
All teachers will be available for conferences in the Pavilion from 1:30-4:00pm and all parents are invited.
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FALL 2024 CHOIR CONCERT
Thursday, October 10 | 7:00 p.m. | Our Lady Queen of Angels in Newport Beach
Tickets for our Fall 2024 Choir Concert, "Ever Ancient, Ever New," are now on sale!
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EARN VOLUNTEER HOURS BY DONATING DEVICES
October 14-18 | Drop-off in 3D Printing Room (upstairs, Building 2)
Donate your old computers, phones, tablets, and other tech to those in need. Devices must be factory reset. Apple devices must be removed from iCloud account. 1 service hour awarded per device donated (up to 3 hours max). Click on the link below for more information, or email simplyewaste@gmail.com.
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Celebrate Halloween and Support JSerra Baseball
Saturday, October 19 | 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. | JSerra Pavilion
Join in on the fun at our parents-only annual "Halloween Bash" in support of JSerra Baseball!
- Costume contests
- DJ
- Fully stocked bars
- Amazing food
- Live and silent auction
For details about the event and to purchase tickets, please click on the link below. Questions? Email us at: JSerrabaseballboosters@gmail.com.
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JUNIORS: SIGN UP FOR RETREAT!
October 23-25 | Palomar
Calling all Juniors! In the midst of the busy season, Campus Ministry invites you to join us for Junior Retreat. We leave Wednesday, October 23, and return on Friday, October 25. This will be an unforgettable time of fun games, prayer, and a time to recharge with your friends on Palomar Mountain. Wherever you are in your faith life, don't miss out on one of your last retreats at JSerra- you won't regret it! Register online today via the link below; email your forms or questions to campus.ministry@jserra.org.
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SAT CHECK-IN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Saturday, November 2 | 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. | JSerra Campus
Parents! Please consider volunteering to help with SAT check-in. Click the link below to sign up. Questions? Please contact Mr. Louie Dioso.
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JSERRA IS HIRING! | ADMINISTRATIVE AND RECEPTION ASSISTANT
We are currently looking to recruit a part time staff member who will be responsible for executing and improving efforts associated with student/parent messaging. Click the button below for more information.
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TRANSPORTATION | BUS SPOTS AVAILABLE
We have some additional spots available on both of our bus routes between Newport/Costa Mesa and Oceanside/Carlsbad. If you are interested in just one-way, or second semester only, please contact Melinda Queen by calling JSerra and asking for extension 2120.
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TROTTING THE GLOBE WITH JSERRA TRAVEL PROGRAMS
SUMMER ABROAD 2025
Do you want adventure? Fun? Travel? JSerra students are invited to travel to Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, and Munich. We will visit so much of what your student will study in World History and AP Euro, including the stronghold of Hitler near Salzburg. Vienna has some of the most incredible art in the world. Kayak down the Vltava R. But that's not all; in The Czech Republic, see the window from which the Holy Roman Emperor’s men were thrown, hike in the Alps, slide down mountainside toboggans, and visit the beautiful Neuschwanstein. These are experiences your student will remember for a lifetime. Click on the link below to register.
Dates: June 8-19, 2025
Cost: $5,600
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PERU MISSION TRIP | SPRING 2025
Space is available for the spring trip over Easter break. Sign up via the registration link below!
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COLLEGE REP VISITS 2024
College admission representatives will have in-person information sessions with our students throughout the fall. STUDENTS: please make sure to add schools to your "Colleges I'm Thinking About" list in Naviance so you will be notified if they visit our campus. Colleges will be added frequently, so check the list of visits at the beginning of each week. Visits will take place during Lunch B in the Quad in a mini-fair format. Students need to sign up for the visits through Naviance if they would like to speak to the reps.
NEXT WEEK:
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October 10 – Creighton University, University of Portland, Gonzaga University, University of Missouri - Columbia, Willamette University
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October 11 – Loyola Marymount University
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SENIOR COLLEGE COUNSELING MEETINGS
Senior students and parents: It is time to sign up for your mandatory Senior College Prep meetings. During these 45-minute meetings, your counselor will ensure you are all set for the college application process. Please check your email for a link from your counselor to make an appointment. You must let your teacher know in advance, and you are still responsible for any homework, projects, or assignments due on the day of your meeting.
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COLLEGE ESSAY APPOINTMENTS - SIGN UP NOW!
Hello seniors! Want some extra help with your college essays? JSerra's counseling center is offering college essay help during second lunch and after school in the library. Sign up now for an appointment with college essay specialist Ms. Ahle. Seniors are given priority appointments this fall; spots will open to juniors this spring. Schedule your meeting now before spots fill up!
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ATHLETICS STUDY HALL
Join us for study hall on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, including one-on-one tutoring.
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BOYS GOLF
If you are interested in joining the JSerra Boys Golf team, please fill out a PLAYER INFORMATION SHEET. Email completed sheets (and any questions) to Boys Golf Head Coach Brian Schippel or drop off hard copy forms to Coach Schippel at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Course in Mission Viejo. Note: This is a NO CUT sport!
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