May 2024 Parent Pride Newsletter |
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Dear Parent / Guardian,
The time has almost come for an end to another successful school year. We have had so many positive things happen to us this year and we are so grateful for the involvement of our parents, families, and friends of Joliet Catholic Academy. As we look to the month of May, we have many exciting events. Our seniors will be celebrating their Baccalaureate Mass / Senior Honors night on Wednesday, May 15th at The Cathedral of St. Raymond and Graduation on May 19th in the Student Activity Center. The underclassmen will have their Honors Celebration during school on May 20th . The Mother’s Day Mass for Juniors and Seniors will be on Friday, May 10th at 12:00 PM in the Student Activity Center.
As the school year comes to a close, please take time to reflect on the school year and all of the events that have happened to your child at JCA in and out of the classroom. In the past, I have had suggestions given by parents about how to make JCA an even better place and I encourage you to do the same if you feel comfortable. We feel that it is very important to hear from all of our JCA family! Finally, please look online at our 24/25 calendar at a glance so you can plan accordingly for next year.
We at JCA hope that your family is blessed this summer and that you are able to enjoy each other and find time for family events. We look forward to seeing our students and families in the fall where we will continue to thrive as a JCA community and have an even better year!
Finally, we'd like to welcome Class of 2028 parents, who have been added to our e-mail list for this month, as upcoming tryouts and events hosted this summer will be pertaining to their students.
Blessings always,
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Associate Principals Office |
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SECOND SEMESTER EXAM SCHEDULE
SENIOR EXAMS
Wednesday, May 8 Periods F/6, G/7, & H/8
Thursday, May 9 Periods C/3 & D/4
Friday, May 10 Periods A/1 & B/2
UNDERCLASSMAN EXAMS
Wednesday, May 22
7:50 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. Period A/1 Exam
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Period B/2 Exam
10:10 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. Period C/3 Exam
11:10 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Announcements
Thursday, May 23
7:50 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. Period D/4 Exam (juniors)
7:50 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. Period E/5 Exam (freshmen and sophomores)
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Period F/6 Exam
10:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Announcements
10:10 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. Makeup Exams
Friday, May 24
7:50 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. Period G/7 Exam
8:50 a.m. – 8:55 a.m. Announcements
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Period H/8 Exam
10:05 a.m. - 11:05 a.m. Makeup Exams*
Tuesday, May 28
7:50 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Makeup Exams**
Wednesday, May 29
7:50 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Makeup Exams**
* Arrangements made in advance between teacher and student.
**Exams cannot begin after 10:00 a.m. unless authorized by the teacher.
BUS SCHEDULE
Wednesday - Regular pick-up time (Buses depart at 11:35 a.m.)
Thursday - Regular pick-up time (Buses depart at 10:25 a.m.)
Friday - Regular pick-up time (Buses depart at 10:25 a.m.)
BOOK BUY-BACK
An online book buy-back will be conducted by BNC Services. Students can begin creating their quotes two weeks prior to the end of classes through their bookstore accounts. Detailed information will be posted to the JCA website, www.jca-online.org. If any of your books are not purchased or the quoted price is lower than you would like, you can try to sell the books elsewhere.
SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
Summer assignments will be available at the end of the school year on the JCA website, www.jca-online.org, under the Students tab.
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Accounts for ALL students must be current by the end of the third quarter. Any student whose account is not current at the end of the third quarter will be denied any year-end privileges granted to his/her class (i.e. Prom, end-of-year lunch, etc.). In addition, any JCA student with a past due balance may not participate on any school-sponsored trip until all current tuition and fees are paid in full.
* Payments not received by April 30, 2024 must be satisfied by cash, credit card, cashier’s check, money order, or certified check. Personal
checks will not be accepted.
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Dear Parents,
We join you in congratulating our Class of 2024 on their tremendous accomplishments. It has been our pleasure and privilege to work alongside you with each of our seniors through their four years at JCA. We wish your families the best as you begin the next chapter and ask you to stay connected with us going forward. Our students, our graduates, and our families are forever our foundation and our inspiration. We are grateful for each of you.
We encourage our underclassmen and families to explore career pathways and college campuses this summer when/if time allows. Summer programs are offered at so many college campuses. We ask our students to take time to volunteer, as they continue to explore their path for the future.
Enjoy the summer!
God’s Blessings,
Kris Horn
School Counselor/Director of Counseling
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Freshmen: This month Mrs. Horn will work with the Freshmen on preparing for final exams and completing 9th grade Naviance; Review end of the year goals.
Sophomores: This month Mr. Palmasani will work on the Student Paths survey along with continuing to work on resume building.
Juniors: This month our counselors, Mrs. Pullara and Mrs. Voltz will provide a college essay writing lesson in Junior English classes.
On May 29th our Counseling Department will be offering a Common App Workshop. See the flyer below and encourage your student to register today!
Seniors: Please make sure your Senior sends in their college scholarship information to the Counseling Department.
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2024 AP Exams
Monday May 6th
8am-AP US Government; 3 hours
12pm-AP Chemistry; 3 hours 15 minutes
Tuesday May 7th
8am-AP Microeconomics; 2 hours 10 minutes
12pm-AP Statistics; 3 hours
Wednesday May 8th
8am-AP English Literature; 3 hours
12pm-AP Computer Science; 3 hours
Friday May 10th
8am-AP US History; 3 hours 15 minutes
Monday May 13th
8am-AP Calculus; 3 hours 15 minutes
12pm-AP Pre-Calculus; 3 hours
Tuesday May 14th
8am-AP English Language; 3 hours 15 minutes
Thursday May 16th
8am-AP Spanish; 3 hours 3 minutes
12pm-AP Biology; 3 hours
Friday May 17th
8am-AP Physics; 3 hours
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Mothers’ Day Mass is a long-held tradition at JCA. All Juniors and Seniors are welcomed to invite their mothers and the mother figures in their lives to join them for mass on Friday, May 10th 2024, in the Student Activity Center at 12pm. Juniors are allowed to dress up for school that day but must remember to stay within the handbook guidelines. They will go to class through period 4 and then will proceed to the gym to meet their guests.
We ask that all juniors and their guests sit in the bleachers, chairs are reserved for Seniors and their guests. Of course, any Junior with a guest who specifically needs a chair is welcome to use them. All Juniors and Seniors are dismissed after mass to enjoy the afternoon with their moms.
Please reach out to campus ministry if you have any questions.
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Students in need of financial assistance to attend JCA may apply to work the JCA Summer Work Service Program. Students with the greatest financial need along with this completed application will take priority. Students should have applied for FACTS to qualify for the JCA Work Program. Contact Dr. Bailey with any questions. Read more>>>Scholarship and Tuition Assistance | Joliet Catholic Academy (jca-online.org)
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Each summer Joliet Catholic Academy welcomes over 900 grade school students to the home of the Angels and Hilltoppers. JCA offers different camps to accommodate campers’ individual interests via Academic, Athletic, Activity, and Fine Art Camps. Our accomplished teachers and coaches enjoy working with campers so they can have fun, learn something new, and improve their skills. Camps are available to those of all ages, ranging from three-years-old all the way up to incoming freshmen. Summer Camps | Joliet Catholic Academy (jca-online.org)
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REGISTRATION FOR JCA SPORTS FOR THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR:
The following 3 steps must be completed before the first day of fall sports tryouts; which is August 12th, 2024. If this process is not completed, the athlete will not be able to tryout, participate in practices or competition. The following sports are offered in the fall: Boys and Girls Cross Country, Football, Boys and Girls Golf, Boys Soccer, Girls Tennis and Girls Volleyball.
Step 1: Get your annual physical exam. Athletes must use the IHSA Physical form that can be found under the Athletic tab on the JCA website, in the drop down, “Sports Physicals.” Physicals are good for 395 days (13 months) per the IHSA. Physical forms must have the athlete and parent signature.
Step 2: Turn in current sport physical to the main office, or by emailing ddispenza@jca-online.org. Pictures, screen shots, jpeg, jpg, or any other picture format, ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. Only PDF forms will be accepted via email. You can also fax a copy of the physical to 815-741-3830.
Once these 3 steps have been completed, the athlete is completely registered and able to tryout and participate in practices and competition. If you have any questions, you can contact the Athletic Department at 815-741-0500, ext. 270.
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FRESHMAN: Illinois state law requires ALL freshman to have a dental examination form on file. FRESHMAN who do not provide a dental exam by MAY 15, 2024 will have their final semester grade HELD!
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1200 N. Larkin Avenue
Joliet, IL 60435
P - (815) 741-0500
F - (815) 741-8825
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