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Annual Dr. martin luther king, jr. convocation On Friday, January 13, Brebeuf Jesuit will hold its annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation in the West Gym from 10:15-11:25 a.m. The convocation is a collaboration between the Black Student Union and the Diversity Office, and this year’s program will be a special one. A troupe of actors from PinPoints Theatre of Washington, D.C. will be coming to present a much-acclaimed play called The Meeting, which is premised upon a fictitious encounter between Dr. King and Malcolm X in a hotel room. The play asks the audience to consider the question of how the motivations and approaches to social change of Dr. King and Malcolm X compare with one another and how such a conversation might have unfolded. The production has been performed on countless college campuses and in numerous corporate settings to great acclaim. This program was made possible with the support of the Mothers Association Enrichment Committee, the Dads Club, and the Alumni Association. Everyone within the school community is invited to attend. Officers from the Black Student Union will open and close the convocation.
If you have questions about this coming program, contact Freezell Brown, Director of Diversity and Inclusion. NOTE ABOUT ASSEMBLIES REQUIRING CONVOCATION DRESS This will be the first of this year’s assemblies where “convocation dress” is required of students. (There will be three others this semester, for a guest speaker on February 9, Holy Week Mass on April 12, and the Spring Honors Convocation on April 25.)
A reminder from Brebeuf Jesuit's Handbook guidelines for convocation dress: - Boys: dress pants, dress shirt and tie. Sweaters and sports jackets are optional. All students’ shirts should be tucked into their pants at all times.
- Girls: a dress, a skirt or dress slacks with an appropriate top and dress shoes. All dresses or skirts must touch the knee.
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friday - january 13, 2017
Altered Day 4
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
Kairos 98
Coffee with the Counselors: What You and Your Student Need to Know About Class Scheduling - 7:30 a.m. - France Stone Room
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Convocation - 10:15 a.m. - West Gym
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MONDAY - january 16, 2017
NO SCHOOL/OFFICES CLOSED - DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY
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TUESDAY - january 17, 2017
Day 5
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
Dads Club Meeting - 6:00 p.m. - Rock Bottom
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WEDNESDAY - january 18, 2017
Day 1
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
College Evening with Senior Parents - 7:00 p.m. - Auditorium
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THURSDAY - january 19, 2017
Day 2
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
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friday - january 20, 2017
Day 3
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
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SATURDAY - january 21, 2017
SNOBALL - 8:00 p.m. - Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel
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Congratulations to Ethan Franklin '17! Brebeuf Jesuit is proud to celebrate another of our students acheiving the rank of Eagle Scout! Ethan received his Eagle Scout on November 9, 2016. Ethan's project, which will serve the South Side animal shelter, was to build and install five large dog houses enabling them to increase their capacity for larger breed dogs who are often turned away.
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Student Spotlight HALEIGH CHUBE '17
Loves About Brebeuf
There are so many things I love about Brebeuf, but the one that stands out the most is the community. Everyone at Brebeuf is so nice and supportive to one another. The teachers really care about their students and want them to do well and most try to build relationships with their students. Students from all classes are very welcoming and nice to one another and the faculty do a great job of being helpful to everyone. There is always someone that cheers up your day. The sense of community we have at Brebeuf is the thing I will for sure miss the most.
Favorite Class
My favorite class is AP Macroeconomics because Mr. Tague is such a cool teacher and he teaches every lesson with this energy that I look forward to every class. I also have an interest in business, and Macroeconomics helps me make connections and find out what I like and dislike. All of the courses at Brebeuf are challenging and thought provoking but Macroeconomics is my favorite because of Mr. Tague and my interest in the material.
Future Plans
I am not yet sure where I am going to college or what I plan to have as my major, but most of the colleges I applied to are in the Midwest and I plan on studying something related to business.
Teams & Co-Curriculars
Admissions Ambassador
Black Student Union (BSU)
Peer Mentor
Basketball Cheerleading (Freshman & Sophomore year)
I also babysit occasionally
Random Fact
When I was six, my dad went to Brazil, and as a present he brought me back a piranha. I don’t have him anymore because I unfortunately lost him.
What has been your favorite Brebeuf experience or most memorable moment so far?
One of my favorite experiences at Brebeuf is freshman year when I used to go to all of Brebeuf’s home football games with my friends. We went even when it got really cold and you had to buy hand warmers and hot chocolate from the concessions so you wouldn’t freeze. I really like football and this was a memory that stays with me when I think about Brebeuf.
What are you most looking forward to this semester?
Honestly, the thing that I am looking forward to most this semester is figuring out where I will be headed in the fall. It has been a very stressful process applying to all these schools and I am excited to pick from the options of schools I have!
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College Counseling News
Applications for Central Indiana Community Foundation Scholarships are Open
The application period will run from November 14 until its close on Tuesday, February 7. The Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) holds over 50 unique scholarship funds. CICF has awarded over $1.1 million in scholarship awards in 2016 and projects to award even more in 2017.
College Evening with Sophomore Parents
The College Evening with Sophomore Parents will be 7:00-8:30 p.m., on Wednesday, January 18, in the Auditorium at Brebeuf Jesuit.
The College Counseling Department will cover the mechanics of the college search and application process and distribute The College Counseling Handbook and Naviance (college counseling software) login information for parents.
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Snoball Winter Semi-Formal Dance
The SnoBall Winter Semi-Formal Dance will take place on Saturday, January 21, 2017, at the Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre in the Meridian Ballroom (lower level ballroom) from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with music provided by a DJ. Snacks and water are included with the $15.00 ticket. Students should dress in semi-formal attire. Students must arrive to the dance before 8:30 p.m. with their Student ID cards. Guest forms for non-Brebeuf students can be picked up in the Dean's Office and submitted when tickets are purchased. Tickets will be on sale for $15.00 per person, January 17-20 at the Main Lobby Desk between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
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Virtual Learning Days For Future Weather Closures
The Indiana Department of Education once again approved Brebeuf’s application for their Distance Virtual Learning Program. The program provides a way for schools meeting the criteria to create a virtual learning environment to replace missed class time, avoiding the necessity for makeup days caused by severe weather cancellations. During any future weather closures for Brebeuf Jesuit, if a Virtual Learning Day is warranted, families will receive instructions detailing how to access Portals individual class pages regarding the Virtual Learning Program expectations for that class day, as posted by each class instructor. Virtual Learning Days ensure that when students return to school, the progression of learning has experienced only a minimal disruption. In the event of a regular class day being cancelled, students will find the following: - Assignment posted to Portals on their class page by 8:30 a.m. the day of class cancellation
- Title of assignment clearly indicating – “Virtual Learning Day Assignment for (date)”
- A clear deadline for completion, either that day or in the future
If you have any questions concerning Virtual Learning Days, please contact Jen LaMaster, Assistant Principal at jlamaster@brebeuf.org.
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Coffee with the Counselors - January 13, 2017
What You and Your Student Need to Know About Class Scheduling Please join the Academic Counseling Department on Friday, January 13, from 7:30-8:00 a.m. for our next Coffee with the Counselors, in the France Stone Room. Our counselors will be discussing and answering questions about scheduling courses for next year. All parents are welcome. Coffee will be provided. Hope to see many of you there!
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Drug and Alcohol Intervention Presentation at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Our Lady of Mount Carmel will be hosting interventionist Dr. Bruce Perkins for a 45-minute presentation in their parish on January 31, 2017. Fr. Richard Doerr has graciously invited all Brebeuf Jesuit parents to attend. The event is free of charge.
Dr. Perkins is a seasoned professional who does drug and alcohol interventions and has worked with school communities for years. His presentations and interventions have been helpful to spouses, parents, and children or addicts as well as all people concerned about this societal issue or interested in educating themselves.
Dr. Perkins’ presentation will be divided into 4 parts:
- Identifying if there is an addiction issue
- What are your options
- Overcoming the shame
- Questions/Answers
Clicking here will provide you with a recent Fr. Richard Doerr pastor column from the OLMC bulletin that discusses this issue more in in depth and provides more details on Dr. Perkins’ visit.
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January Dads Club
Meeting Tuesday, January 17, 2017, 6:00 p.m.
Rock Bottom Brewery, 86th Street Indianapolis All current Brebeuf Dads are welcome to attend the upcoming Dads Club meeting, featuring a brief presentation by the current Alumni Board President, Ashley Hurley. The Brebeuf Dads Club meets monthly at Rock Bottom Brewery on 86th Street, and all are welcome.
Questions? Contact Lauren Trosky, Director of Alumni Outreach and Parent Programs, at 317.524.7091 or ltrosky@brebeuf.org.
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#BrebeufDrives Resume Next Week Thanks again to everyone that made contributions to our last #BrebeufDrives collection right before the break. It was our most successful Help for the Holidays Drive to date! Our #BrebeufDrives will resume on Tuesday, January 17 and conclude on Friday, February 17. Our collection will benefit the Dayspring Center for Homeless Families. The Dayspring Center indicated several needs that our drive can help fulfill: new twin sheets, twin blankets, pillows, and towels. These much-needed items can be dropped off in the collection boxes located in the Gym Lobby and Front Lobby. Items may also be left in Nick Klingler's office located next to the chapel. The Dayspring Center provides, safe shelter, meals, and support services to help the guests staying with them become a healthy, independent family again. These donations truly make a difference!
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Upcoming Class Masses Listed below are the upcoming Class Masses.
Seniors: January 30 during the 12:50 p.m. PRT
Juniors: January 31 during the 1:35 p.m. PRT
Sophomores: February 2 during the 1:35 p.m. PRT
Freshmen: February 6 during the 12:50 p.m. PRT
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Boys Basketball Fundraiser at Noodles & Company on January 19 Hang with some players and support the Boys Basketball Team on January 19 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Noodles & Company, located at 8450 West 86th Street (across from Brebeuf). Place your order and let them know that you are with the Brebeuf Boys' Basketball Team and we will get 25% of sales. Let's support our Braves for another victory at Guerin. See you on the 19th!
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AP Exam Registration AP exam registration will take place February 1-22. Once registration is open, students and families can click here to register.
Students who register after February 22 will incur a $10.00 late fee.
For questions, please contact Ms. Lindsay Gross, College Counselor, at lgross@brebeuf.org.
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SAT/ACT Prep Course Registration
Veteran Brebeuf Jesuit teachers Ms. Patti Brown (former English teacher, current Learning Center Director) and Mr. Eric Graham (Mathematics teacher) will be teaching the eight-week Brebeuf Jesuit SAT/ACT Prep Course to current juniors during Semester II. The four-week English/verbal section (which includes preparation for the analysis essay and the reading and writing tests) as well as the four-week Math section will be taught prior to Spring Break. Students must commit two hours per week for the course, plus any necessary time for homework. The SAT was completely revamped last year. Both teachers will incorporate all of the new components of the test in their instruction. All sessions meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in room 108. The course fee, which includes several practice tests, is $250 and will be billed directly to your Brebeuf Jesuit account. Sorry, but we are unable to accept checks. The registration link below will allow families to register for course which begins in mid-January. Please note that this class is for current juniors only! If you have specific questions about the course, please contact Mr. Eric Graham at 317.524.7028 or egraham@brebeuf.org.
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New Orleans Spring Break Service Trip
Brebeuf will be sending a group of students on the annual Spring Break service trip to New Orleans April 2-8, 2017. This trip provides a unique experience for students wanting to spend their Spring Break helping others who have undergone the tragedy and destruction of Hurricane Katrina. We will be partnering with Habitat for Humanity and assisting the construction of affordable housing for the residents in need. Students will also explore the city to experience its rich culture and witness the rebuilding of New Orleans first-hand. Interested students must pick up an application packet in the Community Service Office. The trip is limited to 22 students.
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Second Semester Signups for Dayspring Now Available
Every Thursday a group of three to five students, a Brebeuf teacher, and a Brebeuf mom will be traveling to the Dayspring Center (a homeless shelter for families) to serve lunch and engage in conversation with the staff and residents. This will be an opportunity for our group to learn more about homelessness in Indianapolis and volunteer outside of their required service hours. This will be the third year of our partnership with Dayspring and we have found it to provide truly meaningful service experiences for our students. Our first trip this semester will be Thursday, January 12. We leave school at 11:00 a.m. and return to school by 2:00 p.m. which results in the students missing 2-3 periods of the school day. You or your student can sign up for a trip to Dayspring here. Please contact Nick Klingler at nklingler@brebeuf.org with any questions regarding our weekly trips to Dayspring.
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Timmy Global Health Banquet
Calling all interested in global health! Our very own Brebeuf Jesuit chapter will be hosting a formal banquet for the Timmy Global Health organization. This banquet is designed to provide educational and networking opportunities with professionals for students and adults interested in global health and the medical field.
The event will feature a presentation by the founder of Timmy, Dr. Chuck Dietzen MD., along with a merchandise/information table and refreshments. Tickets are $5.00 for students and $10.00 for adults (cash and checks only). This event will be held on February 24, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Brebeuf Jesuit Auditorium. Click here to reserve your spot before they run out!
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Mark Your Calendars for Brebeuf Hockey's Senior Night
The Brebeuf Jesuit hockey team’s Senior Night will take place on Saturday, February 11.
The Braves will take on HSE B at 4:15 p.m. at the Carmel Ice Skadium. Being honored will be seniors Cole Speer #22, Theron Walsh #2 and Conrad Thoman #21.
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Brebeuf Bistro - Cirque du Brebeuf
Registration is LIVE! Join current and past parents, alumni and members of the community for an evening of cocktails, fabulous food and aerialists from Cirque Indy at Brebeuf Jesuit’s largest annual fundraiser! Comfortable, Casual Cocktail Attire
$125.00 per person
Aerialists from Cirque Indy
Signature Martini Bar hosted by Indiana Vodka
Live & Silent Auctions
Cocktails at the Historic Walnut Bar
Hors D’Oeuvre Stations Sponsor Bistro for a chance to win a $1,000 tuition voucher!
*Sponsorship levels start at $500 RSVP Deadline - February 17, 2017
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Brebeuf Athletics - Sports ReportClick the link below to access the Brebeuf Jesuit Sports Report.
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