January 5, 2017

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.

calendar

friday - january 6, 2017

Day 4
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.

MONDAY - january 9, 2017

Day 5
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.

TUESDAY - january 10, 2017

Day 1
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
Kairos 98

WEDNESDAY - january 11, 2017

Day 2
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
Kairos 98

THURSDAY - january 12, 2017

Day 3
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
Kairos 98

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

Picture of the Week
Congratulations to Julian Boes '18!
Brebeuf junior Julian Boes was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout in a ceremony before break!
Julian's Eagle project was the construction of an educational garden at St. Richard's Episcopal School. The garden is used by teachers to provide experiences with urban gardening and agriculture.
Achieving the rank of Eagle Scout is a true family affair for Julian.  He joins his grandfather, father, two uncles, brother and cousin in this accomplishment. 
Student Spotlight

ZACH MESSAGLIA '17

Loves About Brebeuf
I love the teachers at Brebeuf. They are all so inviting and friendly. I also really enjoy the retreat program at Brebeuf. Retreats allow me to see myself and others and grow in a span of several days.
Favorite Class
My favorite class is Zoology with Dr. Califf, because it pushes me out of my comfort zone, especially when we do dissections.  During my first dissection of a planaria, I was led to tears. But over the course of the semester, I learned a great deal and became more comfortable with slicing up dead animals in the name of science.  I now choose to dissect in my free time for practice. I will visit Dr. Califf on breaks and she allows me to dissect mollusks and squids.
Future Plans
I am still waiting to hear from Notre Dame, as they are my number one school. I have been accepted to Saint Louis University as well.  I plan to major in aerospace engineering with the long-term goal of becoming an astronaut.  
Teams & Co-Curriculars
Swimming and Diving
Mentor at Joseph Maley Foundation
Young Life
Volunteer in the Kids Ministry at Traders Point Christian Church
Avid photographer
Waze map editor (Waze is a mobile navigation app)
Random Fact
A couple of years ago on the 4th of July, I helped Shaquille O'Neal set up his firework display at his house. 
What has been your favorite Brebeuf experience or most memorable moment so far?
Would have to be my Kairos experience. I enjoyed getting to know myself more. I would encourage all Brebeuf students to attend!
Do anything fun over break?
I visited California with my family for a week, leaving right after finals and coming back on Christmas Eve. Along with traveling from San Francisco to Los Angeles along Highway 1, I was able to tour Facebook headquarters.  My favorite part of the trip however, was being able to tour the Livermore National Laboratory outside of San Francisco. The most interesting thing I saw was the National Ignition Facility. This is a facility with 192 powerful laser beams, housed in a ten-story building the size of 3 football fields and can deliver nearly two million joules of ultraviolet laser energy in billionth-of-a-second pulses to the target chamber center. I had to get security clearance to tour the facility three months in advance! 
Other than traveling to California, I really enjoyed spending time with my family.  

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. 
For more information, please click here.

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.

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!

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!
Click here to register!
If you have specific questions about the course, please contact Mr. Eric Graham at 317.524.7028 or egraham@brebeuf.org.

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.
Please contact Nick Klingler with any questions at nklingler@brebeuf.org  or 317.524.7005.

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.

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!

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.

Bistro Cirque du Brebeuf - Sponsor Bistro for a Chance to Win a Special Bistro Prize!   

New to Bistro this year is a Sponsors-Only raffle, where each sponsorship includes entry in the raffle for a prize so good, it is being kept hush-hush just a little while longer. (Hint: it’s not a new car, but it’s pretty fantastic).
Sponsorships begin at $500 and include tickets to Bistro, publicity at the event and a Senior Send-Off for Senior families, as well as entry in the Sponsors-Only raffle. Donate before year-end for an eligible 2016 tax deduction. 
Click here for the Sponsorship Reply Form. 
Thank you in advance for your notable commitment to Cirque du Brebeuf’s success!
To learn more about Bistro Sponsorships, contact Jennifer Hendrian, Bistro Sponsorship Chair, at jch@indy.rr.com or visit brebeuf.org/bistro. 

National Honor Society and Notification to Applicants

Students that applied for National Honor Society this semester will receive notice via postal mail in mid-January 2017.
For questions, please Ms. Gross at lgross@brebeuf.org. 

Brebeuf Athletics - Sports Report

Click the link below to access the Brebeuf Jesuit Sports Report.
Brebeuf Jesuit Sports Report
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