All Superheroes Need Underwear: Donate to the Lenten Project!

Have you donated to the Lenten Project yet? If you haven’t, become a hero today and go check out the Amazon wishlist to donate! Currently, we are at 189 packs of underwear. If we reach our goal of 600 packs of underwear, students will earn a WEAR RED Dress Down Day. 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.

Carondelet families, we are filled with gratitude beyond words. During Giving Day last week, our community came together in the most beautiful and inspiring way, showing up for our students with extraordinary generosity and heart.

Because of 456 supporters, we raised an incredible $219,506 for Giving Day. Every gift, every shared message, every word of encouragement helped carry us across the finish line and reminded us once again what makes the Carondelet community so special.

The Class of 2028 won the Class Cup Competition with the greatest participation! They have free dress on Monday, March 16, with leggings and their orange class color tops. Shirts must have sleeves and fall below the waistline.

One of the most moving parts of the day was watching our students lead the way at the Phone-a-Thon. Hearing them share their stories, express their gratitude, and witness firsthand the kindness of this community was incredibly powerful. They were filled with pride and amazement as they realized just how many people are cheering them on and investing in their future.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Thank you for believing in our mission, in our students, and in the future we are building together.

And if you did not have the opportunity to participate on Giving Day, there is still time to make a meaningful difference and show that you Believe in Her. ♥️

Special Thanks to Our Matching Gift Donors:

• Sean and Dana Baioni P’27
• Anne and Scott Cannon P’22
• Catherine Havlik Coste ’84 and Randall Coste, Grace Olson ’11
• Patricia and Luis Legaspi P’25 ’27
• Sandy and Marc Macaulay P’15 ’19 ’22
• Mollee and Matt Madrigal P’21 ’26
• Patricia and Richard Marcogliese G’28
• Aimee Pourroy-Martin and James Martin P’26
• Jessica Smith Mix ’99 and Jerome Mix
• Sue Solger ’73
• Katie and Joe Thrasher P’26 ’28
• Bentley and Tim Westphal P’26
• Amy Helmer Yakaitis ’94 and David Yakaitis P’26

Skirt Length Check-In

With the warmer weather, we’re seeing more skirts on campus. Please take a moment this weekend to ensure your daughter’s skirt aligns with our dress code. Skirts should fall below the fingertips (approximately 4 inches above the knee) and must be from Lands' End. Lululemon and other athleisure skirts are not permitted. As always, the primary responsibility for a student’s attire rests with the student and their parents/guardians. Multiple skirt length violations will result in the loss of skirt privileges. If your daughter needs a refresh, new skirts and skorts are available in our Lands' End store. We appreciate your support!

2026–27 Parking Permit Requests

Parking permit request links will be available starting Tuesday, April 14. The links will close on Friday, April 17. Due to limited space, we are unable to accommodate all student drivers. Priority is given in the following order:

• Seniors 
• Juniors with carpools
• Juniors driving individually 

Please carefully review the instructions on the parking page to ensure your student follows the correct process. Additionally, parking permit request links will only accept submissions from Carondelet student email accounts.

🎶 Good Luck to the CHS/DLS Choir!

The combined Carondelet and De La Salle choir, led by our own Amy Way, will be traveling to Anaheim on Thursday, March 19, to compete in the WorldStrides Heritage Festival. We’re rooting for them and wishing the entire group a fantastic performance and a great experience at the festival!

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Evening of Elegance and Sparkle!

It's almost time for our Golden Gala Senior Ball. Join us on Saturday, March 28, at The Conservatory at One Sansome. It will be a night of glamour, music, and unforgettable memories… So bring your dancing shoes!

The ticket purchase form closes Friday, March 20! Ticket pricing begins at $195, rises to $210 on Friday, March 13, and caps at $225 after March 20. Buy your tickets early for early bird pricing.

Bringing a guest who doesn't attend Carondelet/De La Salle? No problem! Guest passes are due to the deans on March 20.

From Paris to the French Riviera: A Student Adventure in France

During Spring Break 2027, students will have the exciting opportunity to travel across France, exploring the iconic landmarks of Paris, the historic sites of Avignon and Nîmes, and the stunning Mediterranean coast in Nice. From visiting world-famous museums and the Palace of Versailles, to riding the high-speed TGV and exploring medieval villages, students will experience French language, culture, and history firsthand. Visit the Trip website for detailed information or contact Nadine Amarelo with any questions.

SUMMER Ven a Ver for Frosh and Soph

Ever wondered where your food comes from and how it gets to the grocery store? You’ll learn about this and more on Ven a Ver Sustainable Farming. The application for this immersion will open in late March. Learn more about this immersion trip here. Contact Campus Minister Vanessa Miranda with any questions.

Winton Volunteer Service Award - Log Hours by March 31

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 available to students who complete an extraordinary number of service hours. Check out the Frosh and Soph info sheet or Junior and Senior info sheet to learn about the number of hours required to receive the award. Contact Campus Minister Vanessa Miranda with any questions.

Congratulations Dance on your hard work this winter season! The dance team left it all out on the floor, giving their competitors some tough competition at the WCE Dance Nationals last week. We are super proud of the girls and love the spirit and talent they bring to our Carondelet community. 

Winter Sports End-of-Season Celebration and Recognition

It’s time to celebrate our winter season sports teams: Dance, Basketball, Soccer, and Sideline Cheer. All winter athletes and friends of athletes are invited to join us in the amphitheater during lunch on Wednesday, March 25, for a post-season bash. We will recognize all your hard work and accomplishments. Plus, get ready for some friendly competition! Face off in a fun, competitive game against the other teams to see if your sport has what it takes to snatch the GOAT Trophy away from Flag Football!

Spring Sports 

Spring sports games can be viewed live on the NFHS Network. Follow all the Carondelet sports teams on the Carondelet Athletics Website for the most up-to-date games and posts.

Spring Commitment Day Ceremony

Calling all athletes signing with a college who were not recognized in the fall: we want to celebrate you! The Spring Commitment Day Ceremony will be on Friday, April 17, during lunch. Please make sure to fill out the Commitment Day Form no later than Friday, April 3, to be included in the ceremony. Signing athlete families will be invited to attend the event. 

SOS Games & Senior Night Celebrations 

Stunt SOS & Senior Night

Come out and support our stunt team at their SOS game and help us celebrate their seniors: Kylie M., Haley B., and Bella A. on Tuesday, March 17, in the Carondelet Gym. Senior celebrations will start at 6:30 PM, and the game starts at 7:00 PM. 

Rugby Senior Night

On Wednesday, March 25, our rugby team will recognize their seniors: Adrianna G., Annika O., Kaitlyn B., Mikayla B., Luciana C., Montse P., Noelle M., Sydney Y., Sydney S., and Yazel L. Senior celebrations will start at 5:30 PM, and kick off is at 6:00 PM at the CAC. 

2026–27 Sports Information 

Dance and Sideline Cheer Tryouts for the 2026–27 school year will be in April and May. Any student interested in trying out must complete the tryout registration form. An informational parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 15. All tryout dates, times, and locations can be found on the registration form along with the informational parent meeting details. 

Cross Country Preseason Conditioning

Interested in joining the Cross Country team for the 2026–27 school year? Come to the informational meeting on Thursday, March 19, with Coach Jenn Ricketts at the Amp. Preseason training starts on Monday, April 7, and will run every Monday/Wednesday/Thursday at 3:45 PM, leaving from the CAC.

Seniors:

• The College Money Method webinar, Comparing Financial Aid Offers and Considering Appeals for More Aid, will be tomorrow, March 16, at 6:30 PM. Register here.
• Save the Date! There will be a mandatory Cougar U for seniors on Friday, March 20, from 1:40 to 2:50 PM in the Garaventa. We will discuss next steps in the college decision process, including waitlists, how to turn down offers, a financial aid comparison tool, and final transcripts. Students must attend this workshop if they want their final transcript sent to their college.
• 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:

• Save the Date! There will be a mandatory Cougar U for juniors on Friday, March 27, from 1:40 to 2:50 PM in the Garaventa. We will discuss Letters of Recommendation.
• Save the Date! College Countdown for Parents and Guardians of juniors will be held on Monday, March 23, from 12:00 to 1:15 PM, and Wednesday, April 15, from 5:00 to 6:15 PM on Zoom. Parents play a crucial role in the college application process, and we want to ensure you have the information needed to support your student through every aspect of what's to come. In this webinar, College Counselors will cover key timelines, expectations, and tips for the months ahead. We strongly encourage parents to attend the webinar. Both sessions will cover the same material, so you only need to attend one.
• Register here for Monday, March 23, 12:00–1:15 PM
• Register here for Wednesday, April 15, 5:00–6:15 PM

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

Preparing for a Teen Driver - Free Parent Info Night

Calling all parents of soon-to-be new drivers! We know the process of teaching your teen how to drive and earn their license can feel daunting. Greenlight Simulation will present the steps for obtaining a license and tips for approaching behind-the-wheel driver training with your teen. Join us on Tuesday, March 24, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM in the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP here.

Carondelet Parents Guild February Meeting

All Carondelet parents and guardians are invited to our March meeting on Wednesday, March 18, at 6:30 PM in the Carondelet Convent Community Room. We will be welcoming Vanessa Miranda, Campus Minister for Community Service & Social Advocacy, as our speaker for the evening. Come meet other parents and get involved. It’s never too late. RSVP today!

Carondelet Fathers Club Meeting

We have another amazing meeting in the works that you won’t want to miss. We will be welcoming Vanessa Miranda, our Campus Minister for Community Service & Social Advocacy, to speak to our dads, along with an amazing dinner and social time. Please join us on Wednesday, March 25, at 6:30 PM in the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation. RSVP today!

Senior Families: Start Sorting Those Uniforms

As we enter the spring season, our seniors are getting excited to graduate. Along with all of the senior activities, don’t forget to start thinking about donating all the Carondelet uniform and spiritwear pieces in the coming months. Please make sure they are clean and without rips or stains. You can drop off in the main office or attendance. Proceeds from the Used Uniform Sale help the Carondelet Parents Guild continue to support events for our Carondelet students throughout the year.

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!

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.

Polish your putter and perfect that swing, we’re hitting the fairways Monday, April 27, at Round Hill Country Club! Registration opens Tuesday, March 17. 

Join us as a Cougar Classic volunteer and be part of the fun on the green. It’s a fun day and supports an amazing cause. No golf experience necessary. Freshman families get triple points for a full day!

If you can’t participate in person, check the Sign Up Genius for donation opportunities. Questions? Contact Events Manager Lea Harrington ’90.

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.

We invite you to join us for a memorial service celebrating the life and legacy of Sister Kathy.

Saturday, April 18, at 3:00 PM

Carondelet High School

Reception to follow

To help us prepare for seating and the reception, please kindly respond by Wednesday, April 8, at noon.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sister Kathleen Lang, CSJ Tuition Assistance Fund.