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MR. HOWARD SELECTED AS A BONE MARROW DONOR MATCH
BONE MARROW AND BLOOD DRIVE
FEBRUARY 4, 2017 Many of you may remember the bone marrow drive we hosted in honor of Fr. Michael Christiana, S.J. after he was diagnosed with leukemia and received a life saving bone marrow transplant, thanks to his sister. Due to the fact that 70% of patients do not have a matching donor in their family, Brebeuf Jesuit is proud to once again partner with Be The Match for a bone marrow registry drive! During the drive in honor of Fr. Michael, Mr. Todd Howard signed up for the registry and was chosen as a match for a patient in need. He donated stem cells in early January and saved a life.
We hope that you will be inspired by Mr. Howard and the many others who joined him in signing up for the registry! It’s easy to do and only takes about 5 minutes. Just complete a simple form and swab your cheeks. When you join the Be The Match Registry, you become part of every patient’s search for a donor.
Brebeuf is also taking this opportunity to partner again with the Indiana Blood Center to host a blood drive on February 4! Bone Marrow and Blood Drive Details: Saturday, February 4, 2017
Register for the Bone Marrow Registry
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Be The Match will be set up inside the Gym Lobby.
The process of becoming a potential donor involves completing a simple form and having the inside of your cheek swabbed to have your tissue type tested. Please note: Donors must be between the ages of 18-44.
All potential donors should read the document linked below to understand what joining the registry is all about.
Donate Blood to the Indiana Blood Center
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. - The Indiana Blood Center will be set up with their truck outside on the sidewalk in front of the gym lobby.
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Join Us for a Presentation from The Pope's Astronomer AND DIRECTOR OF THE VATICAN OBSERVATORY,
Br. Guy Consolmagno, S.J.
Please join Brebeuf Jesuit President, Father Jack Dennis, S.J. for a special presentation titled “The Heavens Proclaim, Astronomy and the Vatican” by Br. Guy Consolmagno, S.J. Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School
The Efroymson Auditorium
February 7, 2017
7:00 p.m. A wine & cheese reception will follow the presentation. Br. Guy’s visit is graciously hosted by Virginia Marten. Brother Guy Consolmagno, S.J. is the Director of the Vatican Observatory and President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation. The roots of the Vatican Observatory go back to the Gregorian Reform of the Calendar in 1582, and it has been part of an extensive history of Church support for astronomy (Galileo to the contrary!) Its modern mission for the last hundred years is to show there is no inherent conflict between science and religion by simply being people supported by the Church whose sole mission is to "do good science". We'll look into the history of this activity, including a summary of what's being done at the Vatican Observatory today. Br. Guy, aka “The Pope’s Astronomer”, earned undergraduate and masters' degrees from MIT, and a Ph.D. in Planetary Science from the University of Arizona. He was a postdoctoral research fellow at Harvard and MIT, served in the US Peace Corps (Kenya), and taught university physics at Lafayette College before entering the Jesuits in 1989.
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Next week is blues week!Each year during the Winter Season, Student Council in conjunction with the Brebeuf Mothers Association energizes the student body throughout a week-long event deemed Blues Week! Each day has a student driven theme and the Mothers Association organizes and gives away small snacks/treats to help beat the Winter Blues. The week concludes with the basketball teams battling on the court against Bishop Chatard.
Theme Days and Daily Mothers Association Festivities
Monday, January 23 - Theme: Jersey Day
GET POPPIN’ IT’S BLUES WEEK
Popcorn Giveaway, Gym Lobby, 12:50 PRT Tuesday, January 24 - Theme: Pajama Day
LET’S ICE BLUES WEEK
Cookie Giveaway, Gym Lobby, 2:06 PRT Wednesday, January 25 - Theme: USA
SWEET - IT’S BLUES WEEK
Candy Bar/Chip Give Away, Gym Lobby, 12:25 PRT Thursday, January 26 - Theme: Safari Day
SALTY CHEWS TO CURE YOUR BLUES
Mini Hot Pretzel Bites Give Away, Gym Lobby, 1:35 PRT Friday, January 27 - Theme: Maroon and Gold Day
DoNUT MISS THE GAME
Donuts before school, Gym Lobby
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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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MONDAY - january 23, 2017
Day 4
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
BLUES WEEK THEME - JERSEY DAY
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TUESDAY - january 24, 2017
Altered Day 5 - 10:15 a.m. Delayed Opening
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
BLUES WEEK THEME - PAJAMA DAY
Dads Club Chicago Trip Information Session - 5:00 p.m. - LGI
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WEDNESDAY - january 25, 2017
Day 1
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
BLUES WEEK THEME - USA
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THURSDAY - january 26, 2017
Day 2
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
BLUES WEEK THEME - SAFARI DAY
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friday - january 27, 2017
Altered Day 3 - Blues Week Pep Rally
Daily Mass - 7:45 a.m.
BLUES WEEK THEME - MAROON AND GOLD DAY
Blues Week Pep Rally - 2:35 p.m. - West Gym
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Last Friday, our community gathered for another fantastic Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation. This year's convocation was a collaboration between the Black Student Union and the Diversity Office. The program included a troupe of actors from PinPoints Theatre of Washington, D.C. who presented the much-acclaimed play, "The Meeting." This play 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. Special thanks to the Mothers Association Enrichment Committee, the Dads Club, and the Alumni Association for making this possible!
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Student Spotlight RIVER MARTIN '17
Loves About Brebeuf
I love that Brebeuf offers college counselors who help us with our college applications and the process that goes along with it. I also love that Brebeuf offers class retreats as well as Junior and Senior Kairos so you can really get to know yourself and your peers.
Favorite Class
My favorite class is Honors Anatomy and Physiology with Mrs. McCarter. We are able to complete hands-on labs and activities and afterwards, discuss the topic so it really sinks in.
Future Plans
My future plan is to go to medical school and then serve in the U.S. Navy. Plan B is to become a photographer for National Geographic since I love to travel.
Teams & Co-Curriculars
Bowling Team
Ultimate Frisbee Team
Cross Country Team
Track and Field Team
Black Robe Running Club
Muslim Student Union (Past)
Democratic/Republican Club (Past)
Pre-Med Club
Random Facts I attended Culver Academies Summer Schools and Camps over the past six summers where I learned how to sail different classifications of inland sailboats (I highly recommend attending). I have also traveled to Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Germany, and Dubai. I was named after the Shannon River in Ireland.
What has been your favorite Brebeuf experience or most memorable moment so far?
My most memorable experience thus far has been Kairos 95. Kairos 95 allowed me to open up to the people in my grade which helped my transition from Virginia Beach. Another memorable Brebeuf experience is getting Tony Dungy's autograph when everybody else was too nervous too.
You have traveled to some fascinating places. Where are some places that you would like to visit in the future?
In the future, I would like to visit any Norwegian country. I like to visit countries that are rich in history and countries that have not been visited as much. Countries like Sweden, Greenland, Finland, or Denmark. I do not plan on visiting any countries any time soon because it costs a lot of money and I don’t have enough right now. My next visit will most likely be a study abroad program offered by my University.
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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.
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Snoball Winter Semi-Formal Dance This Saturday
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, tomorrow in the Main Lobby Desk between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Note on Parking for Snoball
The Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel, where Brebeuf Jesuit will be hosting its Snoball dance this weekend, recently contacted us to let us know that there is a very large cheerleading competition going on downtown at the same time, which could limit available spaces in the Sheraton's attached parking garage.
We wanted to make sure to let all families know to ensure they leave themselves enough time to find parking on Saturday, if needed.
If you have any questions, please contact the Dean’s Office.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend for another fun Snoball Dance!
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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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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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Dads Club Chicago Trip Each year, the Dads Club welcomes all Brebeuf Dads and their current students to join for a weekend of fun in the windy city! Transportation to and from Chicago will be provided, and the group will attend a Second City show together. Accommodations will be provided by the Westin downtown. Saturday, February 11, 2017 - Sunday, February 12, 2017
$350 per family (includes hotel, transportation and Second City tickets for one adult and one student)
$100 per additional person
$150 per additional hotel room Please note: The Dads Club has worked hard to keep pricing low, and for the third year in a row, costs will remain the same at $350 for a family of one adult and one child! Join us for an information session on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in the Large Group Instruction (LGI) Room at Brebeuf (to your immediate left when coming in the main entrance). You may register for the trip at this session or complete a registration form by clicking here. The registration deadline is January, 27, 2017 or once we reach capacity, whichever comes first. Register today to be sure you don’t miss out! Should you have any questions, please contact Lauren Trosky, Director of Alumni Outreach and Parent Programs, at LTrosky@brebeuf.org or 317.524.7091.
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Brebeuf Jesuit Bands and Orchestras Announce 2017 Concerto Concert Soloists
The Brebeuf Jesuit Bands and Orchestras are excited to announce the 2017 Concerto Concert Soloists, performing on Wednesday, February 15 at 7:15 p.m. at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church located at 100 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260. Violin Concerto in A minor movement 1, A. Vivaldi, Carmela Mohan Violin Concerto in G major, movement 1, Haydn, Gillian Cookerly-Dietrich Meditation from Thais, Jules Massenet, Mikayla Gallagher Cello Concerto in E minor, movement 1, Edward Elgar, Alex Case Theme from Schindler’s List, John Williams, Lizzy Case Piano Concerto in A minor, movement 3, Jackie Knobelsdorf Please join the Brebeuf Jesuit community in celebrating these soloists and the Brebeuf Jesuit Bands and Orchestras!
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Barcelona Exchange Program A group of Brebeuf Jesuit students and faculty and staff are heading to Barcelona, Spain on March 26 and returning on April 7. Students will be immersed in the Spanish language, live with host families, and attend school. The group will also take part in cultural excursions!
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Last Call for Senior Yearbook Ads Senior ads for the yearbook are currently on sale! Pages are reserved for senior ads each year for parents who are interested in buying one to honor their seniors. The deadline for all senior ads this school year is February 1, 2017. In order to purchase and design an ad, please visit www.yearbookforever.com from a desktop/laptop; Walsworth currently does not support yearbook ad purchases on mobile devices.
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#BrebeufDrives 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 resumed this week and will 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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Boys Basketball Fundraiser at Noodles & Company Tonight! Hang with some players and support the Boys Basketball Team tonight until 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 tonight!
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AP Exam Registration Opens February 1Students - are you taking an AP class this year?
AP exam registration opens February 1 & closes February 22!
Families can register here.
All math, science and English exams are covered by the state of Indiana.
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Mothers Association Day of Reflection - Moved to March 2, 2017
All Brebeuf mothers are invited to join us for a Day of Reflection led by author of "Treasures to a Terrific Life" and Brebeuf Jesuit mother, Annie Reist!
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Crooked Stick Golf Course Clubhouse
8:30 a.m. - Mass
9:00 a.m. - Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Day of Reflection and Lunch Served
After more than a decade of passionate research and practical experience, Annie has developed a daily practice that acts as an amazing multivitamin for the soul. Life is chock-full of struggles and obstacles, and having daily practices to keep us nourished in an effort to be our best self and live our most fulfilled life is essential. Annie will also share research-supported data to help us in this effort. Please come to learn about why having soul nourishment - and how to achieve it - is so vitally important.
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Looking for Ways to Support Brebeuf Bistro? HAVE A FABULOUS ITEM OR EXPERIENCE TO DONATE TO CIRQUE DU BREBEUF BISTRO? The Cirque du Brebeuf auction committee has been hard at work for months collecting the amazing items that will be up for bid, but more donations are always needed! What types of items are we looking for? Experiences: - Celebrity interactions (dinners, playing sports with, autographs)
- Behind the scenes/VIP tours
- Memberships - country clubs, golf, museums, etc.
- Opportunities for outside learning experiences (shadowing a doctor, newscaster, etc.)
- Chef's table dinner parties at top restaurants
- In-home parties - wine tastings, private chef parties
- Concert and theatre tickets
- Hotel overnights
- Vacation homes
Home & Family: - Service companies - landscaping, house and carpet cleaning, painting, handyman, catering
- Pet care - boarding and grooming
- Wellness - spa days, nails, hair care, massage, nutrition counseling, fitness club memberships
- Sports and other events, suites, tickets, apparel and merchandise
- His/her bicycles, hoverboard, skateboard
- Art
- Group Activities (Escape Room, Ziplining, White Water Rafting, Bowling)
- Themed baskets (Craft Beer, Wine, Food, Young Children’s Games)
- Gaming consoles (xBox, Sony Playstation)
- Electronics – Sonos, Echo, Portable Speakers, Virtual Reality Goggles
- Restaurant catering parties and gift cards
Thank you in advance for your assistance...looking forward to seeing you at the Bistro!
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Brian Stahly Named Head Boys Volleyball CoachBrian Stahly, who served as the Head Freshman Girls Volleyball Coach and Assistant Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach at Brebeuf from 2001-2012 and returned in 2015 in the same capacity, has been named Head Boys Volleyball Coach.
“Coach Stahly has a wealth of coaching experience at Brebeuf, he has a great passion and ability to connect with and teach young people, and a desire to dedicate himself to Brebeuf Jesuit as the long-term Head Coach,” said Athletic Director Ted Hampton. “We are blessed to have him as part of or coaching family and school community.”
Congratulations, Coach Stahly!
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Brebeuf Athletics - Sports ReportClick the link below to access the Brebeuf Jesuit Sports Report.
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