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Welcome,

Class of 2029!

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Prayer

Alexandra Ziegenbusch, Spiritual Life Council Member

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Saint Joseph…

ALL:

“Pray for us. God is our light.”

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Welcome

Jessica Mix ‘99, President

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Mission Statement

Carondelet High School inspires excellence by preparing young women to live with heart, faith, courage, and excellence in the Catholic tradition and spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph.

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Academic Big Picture

Elizabeth Chaponot, Ph.D., Principal of Academics

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Student Life

Jennifer Reinwald, Principal of Student Life

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Wellness Counselors

Stacie Besagno, Sharon Guillen-Goldsmith, Geneva Green, Sarah Alpert

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Parent Engagement

Candi Mannoni, Parent Engagement Manager

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Carondelet Parent Guild Carondelet Fathers Club

� @carondelet_fam

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Get Involved and Volunteer!

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Dean of Students

Caitlin Main ‘05

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School Uniform Examples - Used Uniform Sale Aug. 11 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM

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Campus Ministry

Edie Payne, Director of Campus Ministry

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First Steps on a 4-Year Journey…

Academic Next Steps

Elizabeth Chaponot, Ph.D., Principal of Academics

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🎓 Freshman Course Structure – Overview Slide

🧱 Core Courses (Everyone Takes These):

    • English 1
    • Math (placement-based: Algebra I, Geometry, or higher)
    • World History
    • Religion (Foundations in Faith)
    • Art & Community (Think, Make, Share)

Note about our Honors Mastery Based Programming

  • Not based on a one time test score: 
    • It is a conversation during the beginning of the year
  • Honors level available in:
    • English
    • Social Studies
    • Math

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🧭 Pathway Options for the Final Two Periods:

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1️⃣ Traditional Pathway

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    • Modern Language
    • Conceptual Physics

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🧭 Pathway Options for the Final Two Periods:

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2️⃣ Balanced Transition Track

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    • HFCE: First Steps (study skills, structured support)�
    • Modern Language or Conceptual Physics (one delayed to sophomore year)

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🟡 Ideal for: Students who need time to adjust to high school or want built-in academic support

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🧭 Pathway Options for the Final Two Periods:

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3️⃣ Art-Focused Track

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    • Art: Two-Dimensional Design or Choir or Dance

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    • Modern Language or Conceptual Physics

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🟢 Ideal for: Students passionate about the arts

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🧭 Pathway Options for the Final Two Periods:

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4️⃣ STEM-Accelerated Track

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    • AP Computer Science Principles
    • Conceptual Physics
      • Modern Language delayed to sophomore year

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🔵 Ideal for: Students ready for Geometry or completing Algebra I who want to explore Computer Science early

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iPads/ebooks

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May 9 or May 19

  • iPads distributed - (keyboard, Case, Pencil in August)
  • Access log-ins to school systems
  • Math testing

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Device Required ALL FOUR YEARS

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  • Modern Language (on request)
    • May 7 or May 14

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  • Math
    • Math test dates May 9 or May 19

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Students receive their iPads on the Math test day

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Math Department

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Algebra Challenge Exam

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Algebra Challenge Exam:

May 9 or May 19 at 4:00 PM

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Topics included on Algebra Exam:

  • Variables & Expressions
  • Equations
  • Inequalities
  • Proportional Reasoning
  • Linear Functions
  • Exponents & Exponential Functions
  • Radical Expressions & Equations
  • Linear Systems
  • Polynomials & Factoring
  • Quadratic Functions

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What happens after the placement test?

  • Currently enrolled in Geometry? Email Jordan Lewis (jlewis@carondeleths.org) to sign up for Geometry Test
  • Placement decisions will be emailed out and include detailed information on our summer program offerings and what applies to your daughter.
  • Graphing calculator required after Geometry: HP Prime G2 or Texas Instruments TI-84 (any model). Scientific calculator ok for Algebra 1 and Geometry.

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Summer programming to support transition

  • Math Program - registration details provided with placement results
  • Summer: Ready, Set, Go
    • Skills Development
    • Guided Bookclub
    • Activities to meet new people

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Closing Remarks

Lesley Schooler, Director of Enrollment & Engagement

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Frosh Movie Night

Tuesday, June 3 5:00 - 8:00 PM�Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation

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Optional Tech Training

Tuesday, July 29 or Thursday, July 31 12:00 to 2:00 PM

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Sports Camps and Clinics

  • Basketball
  • Flag Football
  • Rugby
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball

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