Salpointe Weekly Peek - January 20, 2023

Weekly Peek Prayer:

Dear Lord, please help me to accept both life’s little challenges and Your restoring help with grace and gratitude. Help me remember that no problem is too large or too small for me to call out to You. Please help me remember that a heart can be filled in with joy every day, not just the easy days. Amen. Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Pray for us.

General Announcements:

Bell Schedule (1/23-1/27)
Monday, January 23: Schedule 1
Tuesday, January 24: Schedule 1
Wednesday, January 25: Schedule 2
Thursday, January 26: Schedule 3
Friday, January 27: Schedule 4
 
Letter to Families- Block Schedule
A letter went out to parents and students this week regarding schedule changes for School Year 2023-24 and can be read here
 
Absence Policy
Students are permitted 12 absences per semester per class. All school absences, whether approved by the parent/guardian or not, count toward the total of 12 unless it is a school-related activity such as field trips, AIA-sanctioned athletic events, fine arts performances, Kairos or class retreats. Absence from class is when a student arrives 15 minutes after the class begins.  

Parents/Guardians and students should use personal discretion as to how the 12 absences are used, e.g. doctor appointments, illness, college visits, family trips, club tournaments etc.

Students who exceed 12 absences in a class may be removed and lose credit from the course. Students would then be required to remediate the missed course in order to maintain their enrollment.
 
Early Dismissal/Leaving Campus
Students are required to provide the Attendance Office (Student Services Center) with notification via note or phone call from the parent/guardian prior to leaving campus. Students MAY NOT leave campus without clearance by the Health or Attendance Office. Parents may not remove a student from campus without prior notification to the Attendance Office. Students being picked up with a dismissal slip should report to the Attendance Office (Student Services Center). Violation of this policy may result in an unexcused absence and disciplinary consequences may be imposed.
 
All early dismissal requests will be retrieved from voicemail. Please be sure to give at least a two hour notice for your request to be processed. We do not have an intercom system, we have TAs taking passes to class to get students dismissed.
 
ACT/SAT Math Bootcamp
ACT/SAT Math Boot Camp will be offered on Saturday, January 28 and  Saturday, February 4, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by our math teacher, Mr. Mazboudi.  If you are interested, please email Mr. Mazboudi at pmazboudi@salpointe.org to register.
 
College Planning Workshop
Our college counselor, Mrs. McCall, invites you to the next college planning workshop: College Roadmap for Parents and Students. This workshop is for interested freshman, sophomores and juniors and their families to better understand the college application process, including timeline, how to prepare and how to pay for college. It's never too early to start thinking about plans for life after high school! We ask that at least one parent attend with their student.
Date: Saturday, February 4th at 3:00 p.m., Foundation Hall  (registration link)
 
Seeking donations for the Lady Lancer raffle baskets
The Lady Lancer committee is seeking donations for raffle baskets. If you'd like to donate an item, please fill out this sign-up sheet. All donations are due by Monday, February 27th. For questions, contact Theresa Marquart, Manager of Parent Relations, Special Events and Planned giving at tmarquart@salpointe.org.

Seniors

Senior Tribute Yearbook Ad 
Create and purchase a tribute yearbook ad for your graduating senior, as supplies last. View the flyer here for more information and deadlines.
 
University of Arizona Financial Aid Night
The University of Arizona is hosting Arizona Family Night on Wednesday, January 25th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Santa Rosa Neighborhood Center. Staff will be available to help students and their families work on their FAFSA applications and answer any U of A financial aid questions. View flyer here.
 
Kappa Sigma/Gamma-Rho High School Senior Leadership Scholarship
Scholarship opportunities: $1,500 Kappa Sigma/Gamma-Rho High School Senior Leadership Scholarship for first-generation high school seniors who will be attending the University of Arizona next school year. $2,500 Kappa Sigma/Gamma-Rho Chapter Corporal Kevin Barleycorn Scholarship for high school seniors who will be attending the University of Arizona next school year. The scholarship is awarded to incoming UA freshmen who have had a family member serve in law enforcement or criminal justice.

Sophomores

Summer Opportunity
You are invited to apply to the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY). HOBY provides transformative leadership development training. Sophomores will spend 4 exciting days at ASU West from June 1-4th exploring leadership as an individual and in groups, while collaborating with students from throughout the state. You will be inspired to make a positive impact in your school and community. If interested, please see Mrs. Gómez in the Student Center. To learn more, go to hoby.org.

Student Services

Character Counts
Commentaries this week focused on celebrating the memory and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On Wednesday, Rylen focused on Doing Small Things in a Great Way. On Thursday, Albert discussed Dr. King’s I had a Dream Speech. Follow the links to read the full commentaries!
 
Volunteer Hours
Volunteer opportunities are posted on x2vol. Each student must complete 10 hours per year. Parents, you can view opportunities and  progress using your students' login information.
 
Upcoming Service Opportunities:
March for Life- TOMORROW
Saturday, January 21 - Event begins with Mass at St. Augustine Cathedral. This will be followed by the march to Holy Hope Cemetery and a memorial service. Students can receive service credit for participating and assisting in the event. March for Life

JuCar
The Carmelites at St. Cyril’s Parish are looking to create an exciting space for youth called JuCar. This is an extension of the international Carmelite organization for children, teens, and young adults. JuCar centers on discipleship, service, and contemplative prayer in the Carmelite tradition. JuCar will meet every third Sunday of the month after 10 a.m. Mass, starting January 15. Involvement in teaching, liturgy and leadership opportunities can be credited toward Salpointe service hours. For information and sign up click JuCar.

Arts

Artists Reception: "How Artists Create" by Southern Arizona Arts Guild (SAAG)
"How Artists Create" is open to the public on 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 and 2/10 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. View over 125 art works of the Southern Arizona Arts Guild (SAAG) and see what inspires artists and how they create. View flyer here. Any questions, contact Betina Fink at bfink@salpointe.org.

Athletics

Athletic Commitment Celebration
Attention all Senior student-athletes who have committed to playing their sport in College next year: We would like to celebrate you at our Athletic Commitment Celebration on Tuesday, January 31st. Please stop by the Athletic Office for an invitation. Thank you.

Spirit Store

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