MC Notes: August 31, 2023

'The Friday T-Shirt' - Order By September 3 at Midnight!

*Please note, if you ordered a t-shirt earlier in the week and it went through, your shirt was ordered successfully. Later this week, the link was giving an error message. We have provided a new link below for those who have not yet placed an order. Please order by the 3rd.

New This Year! The Associated Student Body (ASB) made a proposal to the Dean's Office for an all-school shirt that students, faculty & staff could purchase and wear on Fridays in lieu of their polo shirt. We are excited to announce that this proposal has been approved for this year. If a student would like to purchase 'the Friday Shirt,' they may do so directly using this link by September 3. All t-shirts will be shipped to Marin Catholic and distributed to the students during lunch and after school. 

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Father/Daughter or Special Guest Friday, September 22

Mother/Son or Special Guest Saturday, September 23

Be a part of these MC traditions! Yes, the weekend of the dance is a 3-day weekend, and these memories will last forever! Meet new (and old!) friends, enjoy a grade-level seated dinner and dance the night away with your "Date"! Purchase Your Tickets HERE!

Sundays at St. Vincent's: MC Community Mass

Fr. Ginter is the new priest at The Most Holy Rosary Chapel at St. Vincent's in Marinwood. He invites the Marin Catholic Community to join him on the first Sunday of every month. It is an excellent opportunity for students, parents, faculty, and staff to come together to pray and have fellowship. The first one is this Sunday, September 3rd, at 9:45 am. We hope to see you there.

Location:

The Most Holy Rosary Chapel at St. Vincent's

1 St. Vincent Dr, San Rafael

Cafe Reminders

We have been so happy to welcome our new food service vendor, CulinArt to our campus this year. As with anything new, we are still working out some kinks with the lunchtime routine in the 'Into The Deep' Cafe. Please be patience as we work to streamline the process of feeding our students, faculty & staff.

Please review these items:

• The new cafe has some convenient 'grab & go' items. Unfortunately, some of these items have been disappearing off the shelves without payment. Students were informed today by the Dean's Office that cameras are being installed in the cafe. Stealing food from the cafe will not be tolerated.
• If a student has not yet signed up for MyKidsSpending and plans to eat in the cafe, please do so immediately. An email was sent out to all families back in August with instructions on how to sign up and create an account. If you did not receive an email, please reach out to Mayra Palacios at [email protected]. Students will not be given food from the cafe without payment.
• Food Allergies: The cafe cannot provide on demand custom orders. If a student has a particular food, please reach out to Mayra Palacios at [email protected].

Parent Faith Opportunities: For Parents Who Want to Grow in Faith with other MC Parents

Marin Catholic offers parents of current students and alumni three ways to grow in faith and community:

• The Parent Ministry Book Club
• The Parent Ministry Scripture and Faith Sharing Group
• Our new free subscription to Formed.org, one of the best Catholic Christian teaching hubs on the Internet today.  

For more information on all three of these opportunities as well as the dates, times, and locations, please see this flyer: Parent Ministry Faith Growth Opportunities

The Parent Ministry Book Group begins September 11th.

We have 3 books lined up for this year. The first one, Loved As I Am by Sr. Miriam James Heidland, S.O.L.T., helps us reassess just who we believe we are in relation to God. Do we really believe that God loves us individually? We hear God loves us all the time, but do we really believe this --in our hearts, not just in our heads? Come join us on selected Mondays from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m, beginning September 11th. For more information, email MC Parent Elise Brinck at [email protected].  

Parent Ministry Scripture and Faith Sharing begins September 14th.

We will meet after our next all-school Mass on September 14th in the Principal's Conference Room near the chapel. No prior knowledge of the Bible is required. We will be reading and reflecting on the same Scripture passages as the MC Faculty and Staff this year.  

For more information, email MC Parent Sara Tamer at [email protected].

Fiesta on the Decks: Spring Auction Signup Party: Spots Still Available!

Where: The Ghilotti Observation Deck at the Saint John Paul II Student Center. 

When: Saturday, September 23rd, 11:30am-2pm. 

Great news! There are still spots available for our Fiesta on the Decks. Purchasers who signed up last Spring at the Auction should have received a detailed email. Join us to celebrate the Wildcat Football Season for Fiesta on the Deck! We will enjoy a delicious fiesta lunch prior to the Varsity football game vs. Bishop O'Dowd on the beautiful observation deck overlooking the football field. Come hungry as there will be delicious Fiesta food in a fun and festive setting!

Tell your friends and Wildcat fans! The cost per person is $50. Please email Daria Lovette to pay prior to the event by check made payable to Marin Catholic (note Fiesta!) in the memo line. Checks can be delivered to Mrs. Sharps at the front desk. You can also call Sandy Starkey at 415-464-3844 to pay by credit card. No payment will be accepted at the event so please arrange for payment before the event! Please contact Daria Lovette at [email protected] with questions! This is a Raise the Bar event so no alcohol will be served. 

Picture Information From Dorian - October 4

Picture Retake Day: Wednesday, October 4th

Dorian will be back on campus for picture retakes. Those students, faculty and staff, who did not have their photo taken yet, please plan to have your picture taken on the 4th. This is a mass day at school and so liturgy dress is required.

SENIOR Portraits: Wednesday, October 4th

Those students in the Class of 2024 that have not had their senior portrait taken, please plan to have your picture taken on the 4th. You must SIGN UP HERE to pick a time slot. Parents must create an account and password before a time slot can be chosen.

Questions? The Customer Service number for Dorian is 800.759.1234.

Come Out & Support the Wildcats!

To find out MC game times and locations, please access the Athletic calendar.

Need tickets? GoFan has you covered.

Students - Come out and support your fellow Wildcats and remember to bring your Student ID to get free admission to all regular season home Football, Volleyball, and Basketball games.

Note: The MCAL, NCS, and CIF do not accept ID's at playoff games.

Streaming Games: Can't make it to the game, but still want to watch, join the NFHS Network.

Create an account and enjoy the game! You can pay monthly or yearly and a portion goes back to the school.

Join the Boosters!

Supporters receive discounted tickets to Boosters Crab Feed, and regular season (payoff tickets NOT included) football, volleyball and basketball home games and a custom MC Booster gift!

The Marin IJ is publishing a Newsletter featuring local sports. If you would like to opt in and receive this newsletter, please click HERE.

MC Sailing Team - Join Us!

Cats on the water! Preparations are underway for the Fall ’23 sailing season with an expected start of practices in September. Experienced sailors and beginners are welcome. The team will be sailing CFJ’s (Club Flying Juniors) out of Sausalito Yacht Club and be participating in several regattas this fall. Looking forward to seeing Cats going into the deep! Please contact Josefina Pallmann ’24 at [email protected] or Sausalito Youth Sailing Director, Caitie Bryson at [email protected], to learn more.

School Resource Center for College Financial Planning is now LIVE!

This resource center is for all Marin Catholic families and can be used as a guide for mapping out college financial planning and includes links/dates for all the financial aid workshops that will take place this school year. There are great resources and tools for ALL GRADE LEVELS so make sure to check it out! All workshop recordings will be added here the day after each live event. Please visit (Password: mchscmm)

Community Discussions with Let’s Talk

Navigating Youth Substance Use In Marin County

Let’s Talk is a resource for parents and caregivers, centered around the idea that with a lot of solid science, and a lot of heart, we can support our youth as they navigate the tough stuff. Join the first community discussion of the year on October 4th as speakers discuss what to know about today's current drug trends among local youth. Learn more and register at: https://www.letstalkmarin.org/

College Rep Visits: Week of 9/5 - 9/8

These visits are a great way for you to show demonstrated interest in a school, connect with a rep and ask any questions about student life at that campus. To check out our full college rep visit calendar, please visit this link. All locations will be shared on daily announcements.

Sept. 5, 2023 1:05-1:35pm

University of San Diego

University of Florida

Franklin University Switzerland

Soka University of America

Macalester College

Sept. 6, 2023 1:05-1:35pm

University of Puget Sound

Sept. 7, 2023 12:20-12:50pm

Catholic University of America

Check out the opportunities open to all grade levels by clicking the button below. There are student programs, job opportunities and summer offerings, just to name a few!

Christian Service Opportunities

Sausalito Village is partnering with Southern Marin Fire to host ‘Ready Sausalito’ on September 9 from 1-4pm. To volunteer for this event, please see this Flyer. 

The Center for Children and Youth is looking for Impact Leaders and Volunteers. For all of the details and to sign up, please see this Flyer. 

San Rafael Porchfest 2023: A Community Music Event

September 17th 12pm - 3pm

For all of the details and to sign up, please see this Flyer.

Marin County Catholic Churches & Mass Schedules

For all of these, PLUS all of the other organizations, please access the Christian Service Opportunities button below.

Repeat Announcements

Tech Corner

Student Wifi and Logging In

While on campus, students will access the "Student Device Network". Students are to ONLY connect their laptops to this network. Students should not connect their cell phones to the student wifi. If a student is having problems logging into the wifi, make sure that the student is not already logged in to the wifi with another device.

Google 2-Step Verification

It is important that the Marin Catholic community is proactive in protecting our MC google accounts. All students MUST enable the 2-step verification on their MC google account. By doing this, it will add an extra layer of security in case the password is stolen. Set up Google's 2-Step Verification.

If you have any questions or need tech support, please email [email protected] or stop by Mrs. Murphy's office located across from the library. 

Meet Our Newest Faculty & Staff

We are thrilled to have 15 new MC faculty and staff members join our community this year. Learn more about their experience and passions: New MC Faculty & Staff

Class Pages: Class-Specific Information

Class Colors: 2027 = Green, 2026 = Red, 2025 = Pink, 2024 = Orange

9th Grade - Class of 2027

UPCOMING DATES

9/8 PM CATS

Freshmen Elections

Freshmen run for general council. Once elected, the students will be assigned to activities, secretary, social media, fundraising or publicity.

9/11

Freshman Counseling & Christian Service Night for Parents

Monday, September 11th 6:30 – 7:30pm in the JPII

This event is hosted by the Counseling Department and Campus Ministry. Parents will have the opportunity to meet the Counseling team, learn what students and families can expect from their counselor to set them up for successful years at MC and also learn about Christian Service Program. Please note this event is for freshman parents only.

9/12

Freshman Mandatory AM CATS Meeting

Tuesday, September 12 8:00 – 8:45am in the JPII

All freshmen will meet with the Counseling Department and Campus Ministry to discuss the nuts and bolts of freshman year, what to expect from counselors and learn about the Christian Service Program at MC. Students please bring a laptop and phone to this meeting.

Class of 2027 New Family Information Page HERE!

10th Grade - Class of 2026

10TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOTRE DAME GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM: NOW OPEN!

This Pre-College program is available for high school sophomores and juniors and allows participants to choose an online course of study, immersing themselves in the ND global community and meeting other like-minded peers from across the globe. Students will earn a college credit upon completion of this enriching academic experience. Need-based full tuition scholarships and application fee waivers are available to students who qualify. Applications are live now and close September 15, 2023. To learn more and apply, Click HERE.

UPCOMING DATES

8/31 PM CATS

Christian Service: Mandatory Sophomore Meeting

6:30pm

Christian Service Meeting for Sophomore Parents (via Zoom)

9/28 - 9/29

Sophomore Overnight Retreat#1

If you have been assigned to this retreat by the Campus Ministry Department, please look for an email in your inbox from Ms. Lianni Castro-Teets. Please note that all of the retreats are listed on the school calendar, but it does not mean that every student will attend every retreat. Students are assigned to retreats by the Campus Ministry Department and then students/families are notified ahead of time.

11th Grade - Class of 2025

11TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOTRE DAME GLOBAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM: NOW OPEN!

This Pre-College program is available for high school sophomores and juniors and allows participants to choose an online course of study, immersing themselves in the ND global community and meeting other like-minded peers from across the globe. Students will earn a college credit upon completion of this enriching academic experience. Need-based full tuition scholarships and application fee waivers are available to students who qualify. Applications are live now and close September 15, 2023. To learn more and apply, Click HERE.

UPCOMING DATES

9/25

College Planning Night for Parents of Juniors

Monday, September 25⋅6:30 – 7:30pm in the JPII

This is the kickoff meeting for the College Search and Research Process for Juniors. Counselors will discuss ways students can start planning and preparing for this process during their junior year. Campus Ministry will also discuss the Christian Service program.

9/26

Junior Mandatory AM CATS Meeting

Tuesday, September 26⋅8:00 – 8:45am in the JPII

Counselors will be meeting with the Class of 2025 to kickoff the College Search and Research Process for Juniors and do a soft launch of the College Project. Campus Ministry will also discuss the Christian Service program.

12th Grade - Class 0f 2024

12TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS

EARLY BIRD Special! Class of 2024 Yearbook Senior Pages - ORDER NOW!

It is an MC tradition for parents, grandparents, family, or friends to have the opportunity to place a message and photos in the yearbook to recognize their graduate(s). Don't miss this opportunity to create this special page for your graduate. Submit by September 1, 2023 to receive the best pricing. All senior pages must be submitted by October 23, 2023. It is easy to create a page. In order to do so, please see this Senior Page Flyer and fill out this Senior Page Google Form. 

SENIOR Portraits: Wednesday, October 4th

Those students in the Class of 2024 that have not had their senior portrait taken, please plan to have your picture taken on the 4th. You must SIGN UP HERE to pick a time slot. Parents must create an account and password before a time slot can be chosen.

Questions? The Customer Service number for Dorian is 800.759.1234.

Counseling Announces: Lunchtime Labs

All Seniors are encouraged to stop by Mondays and Wednesdays at lunch. Counselors will be available in Noonan to work on college applications.

Thank you for attending this week's meeting with Counseling. Counselors will begin to meet with each of you in the next two weeks to go over your college “applying” list on Scoir and review all items in the “senior fall checklist”. 

UPCOMING DATES

10/3 SAVE THE DATE: Succeeding in the Financial Aid Process

6:30pm

Join this workshop for a comprehensive overview of the need-based and merit-based financial aid application process. You’ll receive expert guidance to complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile and advocate for your unique financial situation. You’ll also understand how to research, track and apply for merit aid. Zoom link coming soon.