Winter Sports Night Tuesday, November 11

All athletes who make a winter roster and one of their parents/guardians should plan to attend our Winter Sports Night on Tuesday, November 11, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the Garventa Center. We will have limited spirit wear for purchase from 6:00 to 6:30 PM. Parents/guardians will meet with coaches, preceded by a short presentation by Alisa Payne, our Athletic Director. Student-athletes will be attending a Sportsmanship & Athletics Workshop in the Garaventa. This required workshop will cover important topics for athletes, such as balancing stress and gaining confidence.

Fall Sports Updates

Golf Girls Are NCS Champions

Congratulations to our golf team for winning the NCS Championship tournament. Golf will move on to play in the NorCal Tournament on Monday, November 10, at Berkeley Country Club. 

Varsity Volleyball Girls Are NCS Division 1 Champions!

Well done, Volleyball! The team will move on to play in the NorCal Championship Tournament on Tuesday, November 11.

Cross Country Success at EBAL Championship

Congratulations to our Cross Country girls on a successful EBAL Championship race. All League recipients are Emma Preston ’29 (Frosh/Soph All League), Stella Marks ’26 (JV All League), and Gretchen Yakaitis ’26 (First Team All League).

Water Polo Brings Home NCS Open Division Semifinal Win

Water Polo moves on to the finals on Saturday, November 15, against Acalanes. 

Rugby Girls Played Tough at NorCal Championships

The Carondelet A team finished fourth and the Cougars B team finished sixth. The team will start training soon for Rugby 15s in the spring.

The Varsity Volleyball team celebrates their NCS Division 1 Championship.

Attendance Updates

As we enter into the holiday season and the last weeks of the semester, we want to remind students and families of the importance of regular school attendance and proactive communication with our Attendance Office. Attendance is required during Finals Week and critical for closing out the semester. If your student will miss finals, for any reason, please reach out to Nicole Ebert in Attendance as soon as possible. 

Winter Outerwear & Uniform Reminders

With the cooler months upon us, students may now wear plain, solid-colored outerwear jackets or raincoats over their Carondelet or DLS sweatshirts for warmth and protection from the weather. Please remember that students are not permitted to wear flannels, fuzzy sweatshirts, and non-uniform sweatshirts.



During colder weather, black leggings or tights are always allowed—and encouraged—under uniform skirts. However, sweatpants, pajama pants, and non-approved athletic team warm-ups are not part of the school uniform and should not be worn.

Cougar Families: Help us Welcome the Next Generation! 🐾

Our Open House is on Sunday, November 16, from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, and it’s the perfect day for prospective families to experience the Carondelet spirit in full swing.

Know a family with a 7th or 8th grader exploring high school options?



Invite them to register today!

All Students:

• De La Salle is hosting a college fair on Tuesday, December 2, from 1:40 to 3:00 PM. Colleges attending include: The University of Utah, Seton Hall, Belmont, Creighton, the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and many more!

Seniors:

• If you’d like your College Counselor to review your UC PIQs, you must share them with her by Monday, November 17. We strongly recommend that you submit your UC (and CSU) applications before the Thanksgiving break.

Juniors:

• Register here for Winter Kickstart! A one-day winter session on Saturday, January 24, will focus on launching your college search, building your college list, and preparing for applications.

Sophomore and Juniors:

• All 10th and 11th-grade parents and guardians are encouraged to grab a cup of coffee and join the college counselors (virtually) for Coffee with the College Counselors at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, November 18. During this informal chat, parents can ask questions about all things college and get to know their students’ counselors. Register for the Zoom call today.

Freshmen and Sophomores:

• The College Money Method webinar, Navigating the New System of College Pricing and Financial Aid, is for freshman and sophomore families and will be held on Zoom on Tuesday, November 11, at 6:30 PM. Register now!

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

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Get Your Tickets Now! 

• Holiday Market at Christmas Tree Lane
• Christmas Tree Drawing

For more details about our Visions events, click here.

Ways to Get Involved in Visions! 

VOLUNTEER to help before, during, and after our in-person events. We couldn’t do this without your support! (CLEAN UP SLOTS ARE WORTH 4 POINTS FOR FRESHMAN FAMILIES)

DONATE a good, service, or experience to our Online Auction! If you have a business, hobby, or special talent, we would love to include you!

SHOP from home with our online registry for items that will be bundled into online auction packages.

STOCK our Instant Wine & Spirits Cellars to be added to our online auction.

Last Chance to Donate!

There’s still time to contribute to our Online Auction by donating through our Amazon Registry—but hurry, the deadline is approaching! Your generous donations help make our event a success and support our community in a meaningful way. Click here to view our Amazon Registry and donate today! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mandy Sullivan.

Spring Retreat Date Change Requests

All students who are signed up to attend a retreat next semester, please make sure you have your retreat dates in your calendar. If you need to change your spring retreat date, submit your request by Monday, December 1. Any date change requests after December 1 for Second Semester Retreats will result in a $75 Late Request Fee. Email Rick Grand-Lejano as soon as possible to get the correct Date Change Request Link for your retreat.

Join us in giving the gift of music this Christmas season! All interested 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are encouraged to join the Carondelet and De La Salle Combined Choir’s annual coed Christmas Concert Event on Thursday, December 4. All registered participants will be required to attend a mandatory practice on campus before Thanksgiving Break. This fun and unique opportunity is perfect for all singing skill levels and is open to all local middle schoolers! Click here to learn more, spread the word, and sign up!

Dads! RSVP Today for Our Next Fathers Club Meeting

All Carondelet dads are welcome. Our November meeting will be on Wednesday, November 12, at 6:30 PM in the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation. Come enjoy dinner and welcome our Wellness Counselors as our speaker. RSVP today!

Carondelet Community Coffee Coming to Walnut Creek

Join us for some coffee and conversation on Thursday, November 20, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM at Koin Coffee, 325 N Wiget Ln Suite #100, Walnut Creek. RSVP here. We can't wait to see you!

Father-Daughter Dance Tickets Available Now!

Join us for a special Father-Daughter Evening of dinner, dancing, fun activities, and more at this year's Father-Daughter Dance on Saturday, December 6, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.

Senior Yearbook Ads On Sale Now!

Say “Congratulations!” to your senior in a way that’s as special as she is. Sales for senior ads are open until December 31, but don't wait until the last minute. Use this link to start the process. See below for ad sizing and pricing. If cost is a concern, we can offer a payment plan, and all requests are confidential.

After choosing your ad size you have two options:

1. Have the School Design My Ad: Submit your message and photos for our award-winning Yearbook Staff to design. Digital pictures need to be formatted as jpeg, png, or tif.
2. Upload My Finished Ad: Create your own ad that is ready to be published.

Questions? Please contact the yearbook adviser Faith Ripoli via email or by phone at (925) 686-5353 ext. 324.