Salpointe Weekly Peek - April 28, 2023

Happy Friday, Lancers!

Dear Glorious Father, I pray that I will stay focused on you today. I pray that You will constantly remind me to be content in all of my circumstances. I pray that You will fill me up that I may be joyful all day, even if stress creeps in. I know that through my contentment, You will be glorified. I want to honor You, Father, in all that I do. I praise Your Holy Name! Amen. Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Pray for us. 

General Announcements:

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.
 
Parking Permits
Attention All Student Drivers: Parking permits are SOLD OUT for the year. Students may park on the city streets surrounding Salpointe Catholic High School. Parking passes for the 23-24 school year will be available on August 1st through the Spirit Store.
 
AP (Advanced Placement) Testing Payment
Click this link for information on how to make payments. (This is only for students presently enrolled in AP classes and taking their subject exams this May).
 
Salpointe Employment Opportunities
Please visit our Employment Page for upcoming openings at Salpointe Catholic High School. Feel free to share it with friends and family that meet the qualifications for the position(s). Salpointe offers a welcoming and supportive community as well as a great benefit package that includes a tuition discount. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to Lee Mathias, Dir. of Human Resources at 520-547-5888 or lmathias@salpointe.org.
 
Salpointe Thrift Store
The Salpointe Thrift Store is in need of gently-used household goods, clothing and furniture donations. Proceeds from the Thrift Store benefit Salpointe Catholic High School. The store is located at 1705 E. Ft. Lowell in Tucson (520-327-5576) and is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Donations are accepted during store hours. Pick-up service for large items is available by calling the store at 520-327-5576.
 
Parent Volunteers Needed to Proctor Finals
Interested in helping out during finals? Contact Mrs. Griffin to find out more about a unique volunteering opportunity during finals week (Seniors finals: 5/10-5/12, 9th-11th finals: 5/15-5/18)
 
Chromebook Repair Information
The Chromebook Repair Guide is a helpful resource for parents and students who need assistance with troubleshooting and repairing student-owned devices. This guide not only provides step-by-step instructions for fixing common issues but also includes information on how to send your Chromebook to Dell for repair if necessary (usually free of cost). Whether it's a problem with the screen, keyboard, or operating system, the guide can help you identify the issue and find the appropriate solution. please read the guide carefully and follow the instructions closely to ensure that the repair process is successful. Loaner Chromebooks are available in room 300 while repairs take place. If you have any questions along the way, please contact Marc Hermes at mhermes@salpointe.org.
 
Enrollment for Spring Break 2024 Adventure in Panama is now open!
We are sure to have a wonderful time exploring pirate ruins, engineering marvels, and the beauty of God's creation in another part of the world. Contact Michelle Eutizi with any questions. More information here.
 
UA Offers College Planning Resources
The University of Arizona’s StartNow! website provides information for college for all high school students to start planning early. View more information here.

Seniors

Graduation Reminders for Seniors and Families
Graduation is approaching quickly! Some reminders for seniors and parents of seniors:
Graduation rehearsals for seniors are mandatory. Please do not schedule appointments or plan family tasks for seniors during these times:
Thursday, May 11, TCC rehearsal, 12:30-3:00 p.m.
Friday, May 12, Cathedral rehearsal, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
 
Seniors should be at the Cathedral on Saturday, May 13, between 8:15-8:30 a.m.
 
The Arena at the TCC will open at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 13 for guests to view the Livestream of the Baccalaureate Mass. The Livestream for Mass will be here, while the Livestream for Commencement will be at this link. 
 
TCC Commencement Info for Families of Seniors
As we look forward to Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2023 at the Tucson Convention Center, please be aware of the following information regarding security and safety protocols at the TCC. Please pass this information along to your guests, so they are prepared for extra time through security screening, and that they are aware of the clear bag policy. Additionally, TCC prohibits bringing helium balloons, air horns, or bottled water through security. Complete information from the TCC website is linked here.
 
Class of 2023 Graduation Ticket Disbursement
Graduation tickets will be available for parents or students to pick up in the Glenn parking lot roundabout on Tuesday, May 2 and Wednesday, May 3 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Ticket packets will include three tickets to the Baccalaureate Mass (due to limited seating) and 20 tickets to the Commencement Ceremony. We do require a signature when parents or students pick up the tickets, as tickets cannot be replaced. Families may request additional tickets to the TCC by clicking here.
 
College Acceptances, Class of 2023
Congratulations to our Seniors, who have been admitted to over 193 colleges to date, and awarded over $23M in scholarships! View list here.
 
Monday is National College Commitment Day!
Seniors can wear a college shirt or sweatshirt with uniform pants to celebrate their future college on Monday, May 1, which is the national deadline to commit to a college! To let a college know you will enroll there, you must pay their enrollment deposit and then sign up for new student orientation. Also complete the housing application if you plan to live on campus. You should receive instructions on how to do these tasks directly from the college.

Juniors

Tri-University Events for Early College Planning
Arizona’s public universities are excited to share opportunities to connect with Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona to prepare juniors for their senior year! Two sessions are available to provide students and families with in-depth information about our public universities and the robust opportunities available in Arizona.
 
Getting Ahead: Prepare now for your senior year
Hear from admission professionals at your three in-state universities to get advice on preparing students for their senior year and college applications.
 
Paying for College: Understanding financial aid and scholarships Attend this session to hear from your in-state universities about paying for college, ways to earn merit-based scholarships and understanding college attainment programs at each university.
 
Register here.

Juniors & Sophomores

23-24 Lancer Leaders
Juniors and Sophomores,
 
Would you like to develop your leadership skills? Would you like to help other students? Can you commit to being a mentor for the next school year? Would you like to earn school service hours?
 
We are continuing to create a high school transition program that welcomes freshmen and makes them feel comfortable throughout the first year of their high school experience.
 
Built on the belief that students can help students succeed, the Lancer Leaders program trains mentors from sophomore and junior classes to be Lancer Leaders. As positive role models, Lancer Leaders are mentors and student leaders who guide the freshmen to discover what it takes to be successful during the transition to high school and help facilitate freshman success.
 
Please complete this form before May 8th.

Student Services

Character Counts
Rylen discussed how it's Rylen Better to Be Happy Than Right. Albert spoke about balance and how to Seek a Win-Win Attitude.
 
Mandatory Student Service Hours
All students are required to complete 10 hours of service each year. The due date for hours to be completed and submitted is Monday, May 1, 2023. Students must submit their Service hours through their personal account in x2VOL. Submissions must also include a spiritual reflection. Use the following link to view how to set up an account and submit hours (x2VOL info). Any questions, email Mr. Hayes at phayes@salpointe.org.

STEM

Racing the Sun Solar Kart Engineering Competition
Please join us and support Salpointe's Engineering RTS Teams as they race Solar Go Karts on Saturday, April 29th from noon-3:00 p.m. at Musselman Honda Circuit (11800 S. Harrison Rd). For more information on Racing the Sun, click here. View flyer here.
 
STEM Arthropods Summer Camp for 7th & 8th Graders
The Arthropods STEM Summer Camp is taking place on the Salpointe campus this summer for rising 7th and 8th graders. Salpointe faculty members will lead students on a fascinating journey in the study of ecology, evolution and behavior; mechanics and engineering; and biotechnology. Camp schedule is Monday, July 17 - Thursday, July 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Friday, July 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Registration fee includes lunch Monday-Thursday. Please contact Ms. Cecilia Lluria-Gossler at cgossler@salpointe.org for more information. Registration is $500 per student. Space is limited to 20 students. Click here for more information and to register.

Athletics

NCAA eligibility update webinar
High school student-athletes focused on playing their sport at the NCAA level won't want to miss this informative hour with the Eligibility Center staff on Sunday, April 30. Learn about next steps, based on your year in high school and how the removal of standardized test score requirements may impact your eligibility experience. Parents are encouraged to join. Register here.
 
Bijan Robinson '20 NFL Draft
Congratulations to Salpointe alum and running back Bijan Robinson '20, who was drafted 8th in the first round of the NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. We are so proud!

Spirit Store

Follow the Spirit Store on Instagram for sales, store updates, and more @salpointespiritstore. Store hours can be found on our website.
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