The Weekly 10.13.21
News for O'Dowd parents, students, faculty and staff
Finding God in All Things
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Black Family Day!
“Our students, parents, and alumni had a fun day in the hot sun, rekindled old friendships, and made some new ones,” shared Mama Marguerite Green, Assistant Director of Student Activities. “We all felt the joy of being together as a community.”
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Savannah Jones ’24 Highlighted in 49ers Cal-Hi Sports!
The JV Football running back and Varsity Basketball guard talked about the opportunities she’s had to grow as an athlete at O’Dowd. Now Savannah has her sights set on being a college athlete. See the full interview! We are full of dragon pride for you, Savannah!
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Health and Wellness Week!
Our student Health and Wellness leaders guided lunchtime wellness activities last week, setting up a tent on the quad for students to stop by and learn about different self care resources and strategies. On Thursday we heard from a speaker about managing stress/anxiety, and student leaders taught stress management skills. Be well, Dragons!
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Community Meeting: Ensuring a Safe O’Dowd
This week and last, President J.D. Childs and Interim Principal Dr. Lisa Lomba presented to students and families on how to report sexual misconduct and how disciplinary action works. Click here to watch the presentation. We hope this will help facilitate family conversations and empower all students with the tools they need to express any harms they have experienced. We are reviewing all community comments and will continue to provide resources and support to students and families. Dates for our upcoming Consent Assemblies are coming soon.
Additional Resources
O’Dowd Student-Family Handbook includes specific language about the potential consequences for various forms of sexual misconduct and bullying in Sections 3.11-3.14, 3.20-3.24 and 6.4
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THIS SATURDAY - Community Guidelines for Homecoming Dance
All students planning to attend the Homecoming Dance this Saturday, October 16, MUST turn in a completed permission slip and purchase tickets by this Thursday, October 14. Dance tickets are $5 each and are available for purchase during lunch. Please read community guidelines to ensure a responsible, safe, and fun event.
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Wednesday, October 27, 7:30pm - Senior and Parent/Guardian Mass
Campus Ministry is delighted to invite you to our upcoming 12th Grade and Parent/Guardian Mass, a special celebration marking the final year of high school. Grandparents and siblings are also welcome! Mass will take place in the large gym. Questions? Contact Ryan Dilag, Director of Campus Ministry.
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October 18-22 - Spirit Week!
We’ve got spirit, yes we do! Dragons, get your outfits ready for Spirit Week’s themed days, starting with Unity Day next Monday! Wear black, gold, or any O’Dowd spirit gear to kick off the week with Dragon Pride!
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Wednesday, October 20, No Early Dismissal
Spirit Week is just around the corner and we can’t wait to see every student showing their Dragon Pride! There will be a Day Rally on Wednesday, October 20. Dismissal will be at 3:00pm.
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Thursday, October 21, 6:00-8:30pm - Night Rally
All students are invited to join ASB on the quad for the 2021-2022 Night Rally! Under the stars and lights of the Bay, we will enjoy acts from all grade levels, and even some faculty members too!
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“O'Dowd always has more student applicants in need of aid than we are able to provide. The more our community gives, the more opportunities we can offer students throughout Oakland and the Bay Area to receive the full O'Dowd experience, including academic, social emotional, and spiritual formation."
-Patrice Wakeley '01
Director of Equity and Belonging
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October 16, 9:00am-12:00pm - Living Lab Work Day
Join the Living Lab Team THIS SATURDAY to help with fun gardening projects. All students and families are welcome! RSVP here. Questions? Contact Isabel Rodriguez-Vega.
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This Sunday, 4:30-5:30pm - Feeling Crabby?
Don’t forget to have some fun, meet some friends, and join this year's Crab Feed Committee! Our kick-off meeting will take place THIS SUNDAY, October 17, 4:30-5:30pm. Please contact Donna Cala for more information or to join the committee.
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Senior Yearbook Ads Now on Sale!
SENIOR ADS published in the YEARBOOK are NOW ON SALE! The deadline to purchase and submit the design is Friday, JANUARY 7, 2022. Go to YEARBOOKFOREVER.COM and search "O'Dowd" to get started! Prices are the same as they have been for a few years now. The deadline of January 7 is firm because these are the first set of pages to the publisher. Please email Mr. Barnes with any questions, assistance needs, or concerns!
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Siamo tutti una famglia (We are all one family)
The Italian Club invites EVERYONE to join us as we celebrate Italian Heritage Month. Be on the lookout for upcoming events, including an all-school contest the week of October 25, and a special luncheon on Friday, October 29. Check out our posters featuring famous Italian Americans, coming soon! The Italian Club apparel will also be available for all interested students to purchase!
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Dragon Corner
Cross Country continues to dominate in the North Coast Section Division 4! The girls are currently ranked #5 and the boys are ranked #4. All teams are continuing to run strong in league competitions, improving personal records week after week.
The future of O’Dowd’s Cross Country team is especially bright! Our standout is Ennio Eilenberg. He is the fastest 9th grade boy in the league and the fastest 9th grader in the North Coast Section. Click here to see more highlights.
The final league meet is next Wednesday, October 20 at Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline. Goooo Dragons!
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Counseling Connect
Senior parents! Please complete the parent survey as soon as possible. The answers you provide help your student’s counselor write college recommendation letters.
October 18, Drop-in College Application Help - Counselors are available Mondays and Tuesdays during your flex period beginning October 18.
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Dragon Parents & Guardians
Next Wednesday, October 20, 6:00-9:00pm - Senior Class Parent and Guardian Happy Hour! We blinked and they’re seniors—time for us to get to know one another. All parents and guardians of O'Dowd seniors are welcome to join us on Wednesday, October 20 for an in-person Happy Hour at the back patio of Kingfish Pub, 5227 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA. Light food will be provided with a no host bar. Leave the kids at home and enjoy a night with fellow senior parents and guardians! No RSVP needed - see you there!
Next Thursday, October 21, 7:00-10:00pm - Junior Class Parent and Guardian Happy Hour! Please join fellow junior class parents and guardians for an in-person social! We’ll be outdoors at Plank, Jack London Square on Thursday, October 21 from 7:00-10:00pm. We’ll provide the appetizers - you can order your drinks using your phone. Please reach out to your Dragon Parents, Karin Marke and Natasha Terk, with questions. *Vaccinated and test-negative
Next Saturday, October 23, 4:30-7:00pm - 9th Grade Parent and Guardian Happy Hour!
You are cordially invited to our first 9th grade parent/guardian social! Come mix, mingle and meet other 9th grade parents in an outdoor setting on Saturday, October 23, 4:30-7:00pm. RSVP to receive location information. Appetizers will be provided. Please bring your own beverage of choice! To make sure we are COVID safe, we ask that all attendees are either fully vaccinated or have a recent negative COVID test. The social will take place entirely outdoors. Adults only, please! Questions? Email Lauran Weinmann or Francine Anthony.
Amazon - SHOP NOW Bookmark this link to use on Amazon every time you shop. The link connects to O'Dowd's Amazon portal. You'll shop as you always do, and a percentage goes back to O'Dowd. You'll also find Amazon links on the school website, under the My O'Dowd tab, and on the Dragon Parents page.
eScrip Register your credit and grocery club cards from participating merchants and designate "Bishop O'Dowd High School" to receive contributions when you shop.
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October
16 Living Lab Service Day (9:00am-12:00pm)
16 Homecoming/Spirit Week Kick Off Dance (6:00-9:00pm)
17 Crab Feed Planning Meeting (4:30-5:30pm), see details above
18-22 Spirit Week, NO Early Dismissal on Wednesday 10/20
20 Senior Parents and Guardians Happy Hour (6:00-9:00pm)
21 Junior Parents and Guardians Happy Hour (7:00-10:00pm)
23 9th Grade Parents and Guardians Happy Hour (4:30-7:00pm)
27 Senior Sunrise (7:15am)
27 Senior - Parent/Guardian Mass (7:30pm)
28 Parent Education Night: Gender Justice and Community Healing (6:30pm)
Additional Helpful Links
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Bishop O'Dowd High School
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