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Ignatian Teach-In and Crosses on Brebeuf's Front Lawn This Weekend
As families drive onto the Brebeuf Jesuit campus this weekend, they will notice memorial crosses on the lawn representing the Jesuit martyrs who died fighting political oppression during the Salvadoran Civil War. These Jesuits were faculty members and administrators at the University of Central America when they were martyred on November 16, 1989. Brebeuf Jesuit will also honor Ignatian values by sending one of the largest high school delegations – a group of more than 30 teachers and students — to the national Ignatian Teach-In for Justice event in Washington, D.C., where Jesuit educators and students will gather to discuss important issues of social reform. Brebeuf community members are invited to a special prayer service in the Brebeuf Jesuit Chapel with our student and faculty Ignatian Teach-In representatives at 11:15 a.m. (PRT) on Friday, November 6, before our representatives depart at noon for Washington, D.C. Our representatives will return late Monday, November 9, after spending a day on Capitol Hill.
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FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 6, 2015
Day 2
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m. - Chapel
Ignatian Teach-In Prayer Service - 11:15 a.m. - Chapel
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| SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 7, 2015
High School Placement Test - 9:00 a.m.
Alumni Tailgate Tour - Tailgating Begins at 10:00 a.m. - Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. - Indiana University
Bistro Class of 2019 Party - 7:00 p.m.
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monday - november 9, 2015Day 3
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m. Parent Brave Day - 8:15 a.m.
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TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 10, 2015Day 4
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
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| WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 11, 2015Day 5
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m. - Chapel
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| THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 12, 2015Day 1
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m. - Chapel Junior Retreat
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FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 13, 2015
Day 2
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m. - Chapel
Junior Retreat
Blood Drive - Auditorium - 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Student Spotlight
AUDREY ROBINS '16 Loves about Brebeuf: Brebeuf is my home. I love that Brebeuf’s sole purpose isn’t just teaching us algebra and US History and proper time management skills. While all that’s important, Brebeuf teachers and faculty push us to be men and women for others and truly live the Grad at Grads (Intellectually Competent, Loving, Open to Growth, Religious, Promoting Justice). I love that Brebeuf is a place where everyone is valued. Despite the corny-ness of some of our sayings, I buy into all of it and they give me goals for the kind of woman I want to be in the future.
Favorite Class: English 11 with Ms. Moore takes the cake. She always found a way to engage us in class and relate whatever material we were learning to our real lives. What made that class truly stupendous was how Ms. Moore treated us. Instead of treating us like kids, she addressed us as adults (when we acted like it) and recognized us as more than just students. Also, Ms. Moore happens to be one of the funniest people at Brebeuf so that helped a lot.
Future Plans: I’m applying to eight Jesuit universities (Regis, Loyola New Orleans, Fordham, Marquette, Loyola Chicago, Santa Clara, Saint Louis, and Xavier with Loyola Chicago as my first pick) and I hope to eventually decide between getting my degree in English, School Counseling/Psychology, or Education. Teams & Co-Curriculars: Softball Captain
Timmy Global Health Club Co-President
Jewish Student Union Co-President
Volunteer at Circle City Relief
Gay Straight Alliance member
Presidential Ambassador
Admissions Ambassador
Rhonda in Almost, Maine Random Fact: I’m obsessed with sci-fi/fantasy shows like Game of Thrones, Supernatural, and Teen Wolf and my favorite movie of all time is a toss up between A League of Their Own and Dead Poets Society. I’ve been really good this semester about not binge-watching any of them during the school week so during fall break I marathoned through two seasons of Supernatural and Dead Poets Society.
Is Brebeuf as academically rigorous as they say?
Of course! The teachers have high expectations for us and they expect us to do all that we can to succeed. Thankfully, we have the best schedule ever which we can use to our advantage. We’re expected to go in during PRTs or breaks to talk with our teachers or study somewhere around school. It’s really hard to stay on track sometimes but my academic advisor, Ms. Ramos, helps me stay focused and my teachers are all awesome. They’re willing to work with me and help me to be the best that I can be. Who is your hero? It may be one of the most clichéd things to say but my heroes are my parents. They’re the most incredible people I know. My mom (commonly referred to as Mama Jules) has the brightest, most loving personality and she has never failed to love and support me through every twist and turn in my life. Whenever I want to talk through a problem, she’s there for me with a killer motivational speech that almost always ends with our favorite line from one of our favorite movies, The Help: “You is smart. You is kind. You is important.” She’s one of the strongest people I know and she also happens to be one of my two best friends, the other being my dad (aka Papa Beans). My dad has been my superhero and my biggest fan since Day 1. He’s been there for every batting practice and softball game, cheering me on and giving me all sorts of pointers. He pushes me to be the best that I can be in whatever I do and believes in me even when I might not. Even though he’s the quieter of my parents, he’s who I joke around with and he’s who I can always depend on for the biggest hug and best/worst dad jokes. He’s got a work ethic made of steel and never complains for a minute about doing what it takes to be successful. They both embody, in their own ways, what it means to a man or woman for others and inspire me to do the same.
What is your dream job?
My dream job is to travel around the world in search of the best food each country has to offer and write about my experiences.
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College Representatives Visiting Brebeuf College Representatives continue to visit Brebeuf Jesuit. All students interested in attending the visits must sign up in Naviance. Bowling Green State University - Monday, November 9 - 11:10 a.m. - Lobby Conference Room
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Opportunity for Sophomore Students The Telluride Association has a Sophomore Seminar opportunity for Summer 2016. This six-week program for 12-18 students, is led by two professors and covers topics that are within the fields of critical Black and ethnic studies. Telluride chooses students by an application process. If you would like more information about the program, please go here.
For FAQs concerning eligibility and due dates, please reference their website.
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Annual Blood Drive Brebeuf Jesuit's annual blood drive in support of the Indiana Blood Center will be Friday, November 13 in the auditorium. Members of the community are welcome to come in and donate!
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Register Today for the Bistro Class Parent Parties Mix and mingle with your fellow Class Parents for an evening of drinks, appetizers and socializing while supporting your child’s class and the 2016 Brebeuf Bistro – Carafes & Canvas. Plan to enjoy a casual and fun evening getting to know more Brebeuf parents in your child’s class.
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Senior Graduation Packets Seniors who were unable to pick up their graduation packets this week, must see Shani Simonson in the Principal’s Office within the next week to pick up their materials. These packets contain cap and gown ordering information, and other graduation-related items that are available for purchase. All graduating seniors must return the completed cap and gown information sheet contained in these packets to Herff Jones on November 18. A Herff Jones representative will be in the gym lobby on November 18 during the last PRT and after school until 7:00 p.m. Also please note: Within the packages, a sample graduation announcement was included by Herff Jones that had the incorrect graduation date. Brebeuf Jesuit’s Graduation and Baccalaureate Mass will be held on Sunday, June 5. More information will be forthcoming.
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National Honor Society (NHS) Application For New Members
Sophomores through seniors with a 3.5+ cumulative GPA are invited to apply to the National Honor Society by completing the NHS application which are available in the College Counseling Office.
Eligible students must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA at the end of the spring 2015 semester and be at least a sophomore through senior. Current NHS members do NOT need to re-apply. The application requires an essay and 10 documented hours of community service.
The application is due December 4, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. in the College Counseling Office.
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Giving Through the SGO As an Indiana resident, you can receive a 50% Indiana State tax credit with a year-end gift to The Brebeuf Fund through our Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO). SGO donations are a wonderful way for Brebeuf supporters living in Indiana to make a huge impact on the lives of our students. By giving to The Brebeuf Fund through the SGO, not only do you provide an educational opportunity for qualified students in need, you also receive the benefit of the state tax credit. To learn more, please join us for our panel discussion on Giving through the SGO. Wednesday, November 18
8:30 a.m.
France Stone Room
Brebeuf Jesuit Panelists: Laurel Christensen, Director of Scholarships for Education Choice, Sagamore Institute
Bill Gorge, Current Brebeuf Parent and President, Halcyon Strategy Group
Dana Pahud, Current Brebeuf Parent and Brebeuf Mothers Association Finance Chair
Kevin Pahud, Current Brebeuf Parent and Partner, BKD, LLP Kindly RSVP to Jennifer Nye, Executive Director of Advancement, at jnye@brebeuf.org by November 16.
If you are unable to attend the panel discussion, but would like additional information about giving through the SGO, please contact Jennifer Nye, Executive Director of Advancement at jnye@brebeuf.org.
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Senior Yearbook Picture Deadline is November 13 Senior students must sit for their senior yearbook picture by November 13, 2015 with Prestige Portraits. Parents and/or students are responsible for making these arrangements. Brebeuf is not informed if a student does not get a photo taken, so failure to do this means that student will not be included in the senior picture section of the Yearbook. Families may call 317.829.2088 or go to www.PrestigeIndiana.com immediately to schedule an appointment. These appointments fill up quickly so call TODAY if you have not. (Please Note - Personal senior photos do not need to be taken by Prestige - only the Yearbook pose). The cost is $15.00 for the Yearbook sitting fee, and wardrobe is provided by Prestige (tuxedo top for the boys, black drape for the girls).
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Mothers Association Interfaith Prayer Group Meeting The Interfaith Prayer Group invites you to join them next week on Thursday, November 12 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Brebeuf Chapel for their monthly meeting. The topic for this meeting will be "Sacred Scriptures and Sacred Garments in Different Faiths". We look forward to seeing you there. What is the Interfaith Group?
The Interfaith Prayer Group is for any parent who wants to spiritually lift up the needs of the students and the school community. It is a low key gathering of diverse faiths to share traditions and interesting discussions. During our hour together we pray, exchange ideas, and listen to guest speakers. Please join us on the second Thursday of each month from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. in the Brebeuf Jesuit Chapel (Exceptions: December 10, 2015 - "Religious Holiday Traditions in Winter" in the Brebeuf Conference Room; and May 12, 2016 - "Guided Tour of a Local Place of Worship", time and place TBD).
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Pre-Retreat Meeting for Freshman All students attending a retreat this semester need to attend a brief information meeting prior to their retreat. Each meeting will be held in the Chapel. Students only need to attend during one PRT the day of their meeting. Freshman Retreat - November 19-20
Meeting on Thursday, November 12, Day 1 PRTs
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Butler University Artist Partnership With Brebeuf Jesuit Theatre StudentsBrebeuf Jesuit Theatre students recently worked with Butler University Theatre professors through a new and ongoing partnership with Butler Theatre. During the most recent collaboration, students learned about and presented a classic Italian performance art – Commedia dell’ arte.
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Congratulations to Brebeuf's 13 Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Program Join us in congratulating the following students on being named a commended student in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. About 34,000 Commended Students are recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2016 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, these students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the competition by way of the PSAT. Commended Students: David Coffey, Avery Dawes, Molly Dennie, Rebecca Fogel, Mitchell Horn, Thomas Maahs, Elliott Moore, Jack Rodman, Elizabeth Saunders, Noah Smith, Maddy Torres, Hannah Woodhouse, and Devin Wright.
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Congratulations to Izzy Detherage '16 Senior violinist Isabel Detherage has been selected to perform with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra on the symphony’s Side by Side Program. Isabel will be on stage at the Hilbert Center with the Indianapolis Symphony in March of 2016. Please be sure to say congratulations to Isabel if you see her.
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Brebeuf Athletics - Sports ReportClick the link below to access the Brebeuf Jesuit Sports Report.
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