BACK TO SCHOOL
GUIDE GREETINGS BREBEUF JESUIT FAMILIES, I hope you’ve had a wonderful summer so far! It’s been great to see many of our returning students and especially our new incoming freshmen and transfer students around the building for summer school, team workouts, and work-study. July is the time when we are gearing up and looking forward to the coming school year! This past year was my first as Principal, along with our new President, Fr. Jack Dennis, S.J. It was a fantastic year, and we are truly excited about the future of our school. I feel blessed to serve as the 11th Principal of Brebeuf Jesuit and to experience the support of our fantastic students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and supporters. When I think about what makes this the great school that it is, I think first about our Jesuit character and the way it is exhibited throughout our school community. I am constantly being re-inspired as I learn about the many layers and meanings of Jesuit education. Here are some words from Pope Francis, written for an address to a group of Jesuit school students and educators: “In following what St Ignatius teaches us, the main element at school is to learn to be magnanimous. … What does being magnanimous mean? It means having a great heart, having greatness of mind; it means having great ideals, the wish to do great things, to respond to what God asks of us. Hence also, for this very reason, to do well the routine things of every day and all the daily actions, tasks, meetings with people; doing the little everyday things with a great heart open to God and to others. It is therefore important to cultivate human formation with a view to magnanimity. School does not only broaden your intellectual dimension but also your human one. And I think that Jesuit schools take special care to develop human virtues: loyalty, respect, faithfulness and dedication.” I love this idea of being magnanimous, and I feel like I see it every day in the halls of Brebeuf Jesuit. From just this summer, I think of an incoming freshman named Bo Richey, from Zionsville. Bo had planned to spend the summer with a combination of work-study along with football practice, but an injury derailed both of those plans. So instead, Bo has completed his work-study hours with office tasks here – filing, organizing, and labeling for several projects. And he has still gone to football workouts to be present with the team through the summer. Though he could have been sullen about the injury – as he said, “I like playing sports, not watching sports” – instead he has been a great worker in every way, has endeared himself to the staff and has even chosen to see the bright side of the situation while looking forward and working toward being back on the field in the fall. So, as we gear up to return to school, I want to invite you to reflect on the places in which you’ve seen magnanimity in our community. It’s just one aspect of Jesuit education which gives us all something to which to aspire. I hope that you are as energized for the coming school year as I am! Included in this mailing is a variety of information that we hope you find useful. We aim to provide you with great service across the board, so please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have. The Principal’s Office is open throughout the summer, and our office number is 317.524.7080. I also encourage you to email me directly any time at
[email protected]. On behalf of the entire faculty and staff of Brebeuf Jesuit, I want to thank you for entrusting us with your child’s high school education, and for your support and prayers for the coming school year. A.M.D.G,
Greg VanSlambrook, Principal
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
SPIRIT STORE HOURS
BOOK ORDERS
The Spirit Store will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. during the first two weeks of school, then from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. during the school year.
Books can now be ordered at MBS through the link provided in both the email you received earlier this month or by visiting the Brebeuf Jesuit homepage. Always be sure to note teacher instructions in the third column. Some instructors accept new books only, electronic books only, or have other criteria. Be sure to have your students schedule handy to reference course numbers.
GETTING STARTED FRESHMEN AND TRANSFER ORIENTATION Freshmen and Transfer Orientation will take place on Monday, August 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This orientation is mandatory for all incoming freshmen and transfer students. Students that choose to set up their locker on this day need to do so prior to 9:30 a.m. or after 3:00 p.m. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Mary Ann Wallace at
[email protected]. SCHEDULE CHANGE DAYS Schedule Change Days will be August 1-2, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the MPR. Drop/Add Days will be August 14-15, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Academic Counseling Office. LOCKER ASSIGNMENTS The 2013-14 locker assignment list will be posted outside the Dean’s Office on August 8 at 9:00 a.m. Students are welcome to organize their lockers and bring in their books after that time. ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES Reporting accurate attendance in a timely manner is a very important responsibility of each student/family. In each instance that a student is absent, a parent/guardian must report that absence by calling the Dean’s Office attendance line at 317.524.7118 and leaving a detailed message, or by sending in a written note/office excuse with the student. The student may pick up a pass in the Dean’s Office to be released from class. No student will be released without notification from a parent. NOTE FROM THE DEAN’S OFFICE In conjunction with the rigorous curriculum at Brebeuf, student attendance is imperative. Students are expected to be at school for each and every class. Our students are balancing a variety of situations, including stressful work load, athletics, extra-curricular clubs and college decisions. Even with all of
these things, students are expected to make attending classes a priority. A student loses out on valuable information and time when not attending classes; therefore, their grades may suffer. Please be mindful of this expectation and help instill in our students that this is a priority for all of us. Students who miss an extraordinary amount of classes can/ will be subject to reviews by the Dean and Principal, strict attendance requirements and disciplinary probation (student handbook). A student athlete also must be present at school to take part in athletic contests. STUDENT PARKING Students driving to school must have a Brebeuf parking tag displayed on their car window. Students must register their car with the Dean’s office (license plate, car make and model) and get a tag. The Dean’s Office will be available on August 9 and 12 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for parking registration. STUDENT IDENTIFICATION Student ID photos will be taken on August 9 and August 12 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (with a break from 12:00 – 12:30 p.m.). Reminder: students must have a current year ID with them as they enter school on their first day. CAFETERIA Brebeuf Jesuit has partnered with Aladdin Foods to manage the school’s food service. Student favorites will continue to be offered along with some new additions, without much change in price. The swipe card system remains intact and the process for refilling accounts at payforit.net has not changed. Any questions or concerns should be directed to Aimee Johnson, FSD 317.524.7004, or ajohnson@brebeuf. org. UNDERCLASSMEN PICTURES Underclassmen pictures will be on August 15 in the MPR. More information will be sent prior to that day. YEARBOOKS The 2012-2013 Totem yearbook was distributed to students
in their lunch periods the week before final exams, as well as before and after school. If your student didn’t receive a yearbook, there are still extras available. Listen to announcements the first week of school, or see Ms. Moore in the English office to get your copy. There are many more copies of the 2011-2012 Totem that weren’t picked up, so please feel free to get your copy of that, too. Due to the overwhelming student response, yearbooks will consistently be delivered pre-final exams in May. This ensures students get the timehonored tradition of signing well-wishes to their friends. SENIOR PICTURES Students in the class of 2014 are responsible for making an appointment for their formal senior yearbook portrait. Students must sit for this portrait by November 20, 2013. Yearbook pages have to be submitted throughout the year each month, and our schedule requires all school pictures in to the publisher by December. We are unable to make exceptions to this deadline, so students who fail to sit to sit for their portrait will not be included in the yearbook. Prestige Portraits is our official photographer, and there is a $15 sitting fee for yearbook portraits only (note: this fee will be waived if you choose them for your personal senior photos, but you are under no obligation to do so). Prestige will provide a shawl top for girls and a tuxedo shirt, tie, and jacket for boys at the appointment to ensure uniformity. Again, you must make and attend the appointment that best fits your schedule. Fall openings fill up fast, and there can be no exceptions to the deadline this year, so call today! Contact Prestige via phone, 317.829.2088, or online at PrestigeIndiana.com. Please email Ms. Hadley Moore, the yearbook instructor, at hmoore@ brebeuf.org if you have any questions or concerns. SAFETY PROCEDURES In our continuing effort to provide a safe and secure environment for Brebeuf students, we collaborate with the Indiana School Safety Specialists Academy and conform with best practices in monitoring access to the building during the school day. At the beginning, during, and at the end of the school day, students must enter and exit the building through the Gym Lobby only. The single, East Gym Lobby door opens at 7:00 a.m. Access before 7:00 a.m. must be arranged with a staff member. Student IDs, acquired through the Dean’s Office, are required and must be presented to the Gym Lobby prefect upon entering throughout the school day. Adult visitors enter and register with the receptionist in the Main Lobby (west). PARENT ORIENTATION FOR FRESHMEN AND TRANSFER STUDENTS All parents of incoming students are invited to attend Parent Orientation in the Brebeuf Jesuit Chapel on August 12 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. in the France Stone Room while your student organizes his or her locker. This is a great chance to come out and meet other new parents. All of the information you will need as a new Brebeuf parent will be covered! DAILY MASS Mass is held at 7:45 a.m., Monday – Friday during the school year, and parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends are welcome to attend. STUDENT & FAMILIES DIRECTORY The student and families directory is only available electronically by logging into Edline.
2013-2014 HEAD COACH DIRECTORY NAME
SPORT
CELL
EMAIL ADDRESS
Jeff Scott
Baseball
317.258.3486
[email protected]
Noah Haynes
Basketball - Boys
317.441.5694
[email protected]
Matt Mayer
Basketball - Girls
773.343.1987
[email protected]
Rick Kerby
Bowling - Boys & Girls
317.797.5286
[email protected]
Kaiti Rochford
Cheerleading
317.413.8890
[email protected]
Karl T. Knerr ’74
Cross Country - Boys & Girls
317.727.0364
[email protected]
Ann Coan
Dance
317.506.0688
[email protected]
Mic Roessler
Football
317.989.6749
[email protected]
Adam Abubakr
Golf - Boys
317.385.3308
[email protected]
Jason Smith
Golf - Girls
317.213.1601
[email protected]
Don Perkins
Hockey
317.432.5261
[email protected]
Jay Reeder
Lacrosse - Boys
765.412.4563
[email protected]
Nick Estey
Lacrosse - Girls
603.933.3003
[email protected]
Carlos Zavaleta
Soccer - Boys
317.569.3953
[email protected]
Gary Yohe
Soccer - Girls
317.690.8309
[email protected]
Mike Welsh
Softball
317.709.1863
[email protected]
Craig Howe
Swimming & Diving - Boys & Girls
765.491.5269
[email protected]
Rick Scotten
Tennis - Boys & Girls
317.507.3620
[email protected]
Karl T. Knerr ’74
Track & Field - Boys & Girls
317.727.0364
[email protected]
David Benge
Volleyball - Boys
317.443.4880
[email protected]
Anna Huse
Volleyball - Girls
513.516.7466
[email protected]
Bill McDonald
Wrestling
317.775.2864
[email protected]
B.Y.OT.
[Bring Your Own Technology] To facilitate 21st Century teaching and learning within the Jesuit context, Brebeuf created the state’s first 1:1 Bring Your Own Technology environment. All students are expected to carry a device for learning of their choice. Students can bring in any device, attach it to the school network and access a variety of tools to meet their needs. To learn more about BYOT, please visit Brebeuf.org > Academics > B.Y.O.T.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2013-2014 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL August 13, 2013
FALL SEMESTER EXAMS December 17-19, 2013
PROM April 12, 2014
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT August 22, 2013
MAKEUP DAY (IF NEEDED) December 20, 2013
GOOD FRIDAY April 18, 2014
FACULTY STAFF RETREAT SCHOOL CLOSED August 30, 2013
CHRISTMAS BREAK December 23, 2013 – January 3, 2014
ECA TESTING May 16, 2014
LABOR DAY September 2, 2013
FACULTY MEETINGS – SCHOOL CLOSED January 6, 2014
HOMECOMING October 4, 2013 There are many questions about teams and team life at Brebeuf. No question is insignificant. It is always best to contact the head coach directly with your questions. Please feel comfortable to email or call our coaches at any time. As Athletic Director, I am also standing by to assist your transition to Brebeuf Jesuit. Please call or email me at any time. First official day of fall sports practice is Monday, August 5. Contact your coach for more information.
Brian Brase ’77 317.524.7175 (o) | 317.339.5236 (c) |
[email protected]
GRADE NIGHT October 16, 2013
FIRST DAY OF SPRING SEMESTER January 7, 2014
PSAT/ACT PLAN TEST DAY October 16, 2013
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY HOLIDAY January 20, 2014
FALL BREAK October 24-25, 2013
MAKEUP DAY (IF NEEDED) February 17, 2014
THANKSGIVING BREAK November 27-29, 2013
SPRING BREAK March 31 – April 4, 2014
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY May 26, 2014 SPRING SEMESTER EXAMS May 23, 2014, & May 27-28, 2014 BACCALAUREATE/ GRADUATION June 1, 2014 SUMMER SCHOOL SESSION 1 June 9-27, 2014 SUMMER SCHOOL SESSION 2 July 7-25, 2014
ALTERED SCHEDULE DAYS August 23, 2013 MASS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT AND PEP RALLY
January 31, 2013 BLUES WEEK PEP RALLY
October 4, 2013 HOMECOMING PEP RALLY
March 5, 2013 ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES
DELAYED OPENINGS: On a delayed opening, classes start at 9:15 a.m. and Zero Hour does not meet. September 5, 2013 October 1, 2013 November 4, 2013
October 18, 2013 JEAN DE BREBEUF MASS January 17, 2013 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CONVOCATION
April 14, 2013 RECONCILIATION SERVICE
December 3, 2013 January 24, 2014 February 21, 2014
April 23, 2013 YOM HASHOAH CONVOCATION May 2, 2013 HONORS CONVOCATION
March 18, 2014 April 9, 2014 For severe weather delayed openings, classes start at 10:15 a.m. and Zero Hour does not meet.
PLEASE NOTE: The Brebeuf Jesuit calendar is subject to change throughout the school year. Please refer to the calendar on Brebeuf.org for the most up-to-date details.
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WHOM SHOULD I CONTACT? ACADEMIC COUNSELING JANICE RUSTON, DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC COUNSELING – 524.7120
DEAN’S OFFICE MADELEINE MCKINNEY-TORRES ’86, DEAN’S OFFICE ASSISTANT – 524.7118
• Class scheduling and diploma requirements • Four-year course planning • Students experiencing general academic difficulty • Freshman seminar program (transition to high school) • State of Indiana ECA Testing (May of freshman and sophomore years) • PLAN testing (October of freshman year) • Peer and adult tutoring • Extended time for finals/testing • Personal counseling
• Safety • Attendance, including illness during the school day • Health, safety, security and emergency planning issues • Student IDs, photos, lockers and parking or work permits
ADMISSIONS LIZ OTTESON, DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS 524.7090 • Guiding prospective students and parents through the steps of applying to Brebeuf Jesuit, including taking the Entrance Exam • Completing the application • Finalizing enrollment and signing up for a Brave Day (Shadow) Visit ATHLETICS BRIAN BRASE ’77, ATHLETIC DIRECTOR 524.7175 • Matters dealing with athletic teams • Coaches • Scheduling of interscholastic contests and all coordinating concerns • Scheduling of events and room reservations for Team Moms/Dads and all coaches whose primary work is outside the school building • Athletic lockers • Weight room BUSINESS OFFICE LETHA KESLAR, STUDENT BILLING AND ACCOUNTS – 524.7106 • Financial assistance • Tuition, billing and payments • Work-study program CAMPUS MINISTRY MARY ANN WALLACE – 524.7109 • Freshman and transfer student orientation • Prayer services and Masses • Retreats • Student spiritual concerns COLLEGE ADVISING KATE MCVEY, DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE ADVISING 524.7110 • College admissions, visits, representatives or scholarships • PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP Testing • College Prep seminar • Ignatian Scholars
DATA MANAGEMENT AMY PITCHER, DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH AND DATA MANAGEMENT – 524.7097 • Change of address, contact, demographic information, withdrawals • Edline activation codes INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT T.J. BIRDWELL, NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR 524.7137 • Network questions and issues, student device connections, etc. • Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) general questions OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT MIKE HIGGINBOTHAM, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS – 524.7050 • Marketing and Communications • Fundraising • Alumni Relations • Special Events • Website PRESIDENT’S OFFICE KIM DEWAAL, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT – 524.7128 • All matters pertaining to the Board of Trustees PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE SHANI SIMONSON, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRINCIPAL – 524.7080 • Summer school • Daily PA announcements • Final exam conflicts • Graduation • School calendar and permission to plan events • Room Reservations • Progress reports, grades and report cards STUDENT ADVOCATE LIBBY POLLAK ’97 – 524.7087 • Students experiencing personal problems or other difficulties • Referral to outside counseling and other support
New Brebeuf Jesuit App In an effort to always be improving both the channels and ease of communications, Brebeuf Jesuit will very soon have its own iPhone and Android app! Downloading this app will allow you to receive notifications via text message on school closings and emergencies, have one click access to the Calendar, Directory, InDepth, the Brebeuf schedule and much more.
Stay tuned to Twitter and InDepth for the release announcement!