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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!
Th is past year was my fi rst 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 fi rst 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 offi ce tasks here – fi ling, organizing, and labeling for
several projects. And he has still gone to football workouts to be present with the team through the summer. Th ough 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 fi eld in the fall.
So, as we gear up to return to school, I want to invite you to refl ect 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 fi nd 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. Th e Principal’s Offi ce is open
throughout the summer, and our offi ce number is 317.524.7080. I also encourage you to email me directly any time at
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
SPIRIT STORE HOURS
Th e Spirit Store will
be open from 8:00
a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
during the fi rst two
weeks of school,
then from 8:00
a.m. to 12:00 p.m. during the school year.
BOOK ORDERS
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.
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 suff er. 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 PARKINGStudents driving to school must have a Brebeuf parking tag
displayed on their car window. Students must register their
car with the Dean’s offi ce (license plate, car make and model)
and get a tag. Th e Dean’s Offi ce will be available on August 9
and 12 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for parking registration.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATIONStudent 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 fi rst day.
CAFETERIA Brebeuf Jesuit has partnered with Aladdin Foods to manage
the school’s food service. Student favorites will continue to
be off ered along with some new additions, without much
change in price. Th e swipe card system remains intact and
the process for refi lling 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 PICTURESUnderclassmen pictures will be on August 15 in the MPR.
More information will be sent prior to that day.
YEARBOOKSTh e 2012-2013 Totem yearbook was distributed to students
in their lunch periods the week before fi nal 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 fi rst week
of school, or see Ms. Moore in the English offi ce to get your copy.
Th ere 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-fi nal exams in May. Th is ensures students get the time-
honored tradition of signing well-wishes to their friends.
SENIOR PICTURESStudents 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 offi cial 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 fi ts your schedule. Fall openings fi ll 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 PROCEDURESIn our continuing eff ort 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. Th e 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 Offi ce, 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 STUDENTSAll 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. Th is 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 DIRECTORYTh e student and families directory is only available electronically by
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FRESHMEN AND TRANSFER ORIENTATIONFreshmen and Transfer Orientation will take place on
Monday, August 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Th is
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
SCHEDULE CHANGE DAYSSchedule 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 Offi ce.
LOCKER ASSIGNMENTSTh e 2013-14 locker assignment list will be posted outside the
Dean’s Offi ce on August 8 at 9:00 a.m. Students are welcome
to organize their lockers and bring in their books after that
time.
ATTENDANCE PROCEDURESReporting 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 Offi ce attendance
line at 317.524.7118 and leaving a detailed message, or by
sending in a written note/offi ce excuse with the student.
Th e student may pick up a pass in the Dean’s Offi ce to be
released from class. No student will be released without
notifi cation from a parent.
NOTE FROM THE DEAN’S OFFICEIn 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
GETTING STARTED
To facilitate 21st Century teaching and learning within the Jesuit context, Brebeuf created the state’s fi rst 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.
B.Y.OT.[Bring Your Own Technology]
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]
2013-2014 HEAD COACH DIRECTORY
There are many questions about teams and team life at Brebeuf. No question is insignifi cant. 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 offi cial day of fall sports
practice is Monday, August 5. Contact your coach for more information.
Brian Brase ’77317.524.7175 (o) | 317.339.5236 (c) | [email protected]
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOLAugust 13, 2013
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHTAugust 22, 2013
FACULTY STAFF RETREAT - SCHOOL CLOSEDAugust 30, 2013
LABOR DAYSeptember 2, 2013
HOMECOMINGOctober 4, 2013
GRADE NIGHTOctober 16, 2013
PSAT/ACT PLAN TEST DAYOctober 16, 2013
FALL BREAKOctober 24-25, 2013
THANKSGIVING BREAKNovember 27-29, 2013
FALL SEMESTER EXAMSDecember 17-19, 2013
MAKEUP DAY (IF NEEDED)December 20, 2013
CHRISTMAS BREAKDecember 23, 2013 – January 3, 2014
FACULTY MEETINGS – SCHOOL CLOSEDJanuary 6, 2014
FIRST DAY OF SPRING SEMESTERJanuary 7, 2014
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY HOLIDAYJanuary 20, 2014
MAKEUP DAY (IF NEEDED)February 17, 2014
SPRING BREAKMarch 31 – April 4, 2014
IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2013-2014
PROMApril 12, 2014
GOOD FRIDAYApril 18, 2014
ECA TESTINGMay 16, 2014
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAYMay 26, 2014
SPRING SEMESTER EXAMSMay 23, 2014, & May 27-28, 2014
BACCALAUREATE/GRADUATIONJune 1, 2014
SUMMER SCHOOL SESSION 1 June 9-27, 2014
SUMMER SCHOOL SESSION 2July 7-25, 2014
WE LOVE SOCIAL MEDIA AS MUCH AS YOU DO!Keep up with Brebeuf Jesuit on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
ACADEMIC COUNSELING JANICE RUSTON, DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC COUNSELING – 524.7120
• Class scheduling and diploma requirements
• Four-year course planning
• Students experiencing general academic diffi culty
• 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 fi nals/testing
• Personal counseling
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
DEAN’S OFFICE MADELEINE MCKINNEY-TORRES ’86, DEAN’S OFFICE ASSISTANT – 524.7118
• Safety
• Attendance, including illness during the school day
• Health, safety, security and emergency planning issues
• Student IDs, photos, lockers and parking or work permits
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 ADVANCEMENTMIKE HIGGINBOTHAM, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS – 524.7050
• Marketing and Communications
• Fundraising
• Alumni Relations
• Special Events
• Website
PRESIDENT’S OFFICEKIM 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 confl icts
• 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 diffi culties
• Referral to outside counseling and other support
WHOM SHOULD I CONTACT?ALTERED SCHEDULE DAYS
August 23, 2013MASS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT AND PEP RALLY
October 4, 2013HOMECOMING PEP RALLY
October 18, 2013JEAN DE BREBEUF MASS
January 17, 2013DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CONVOCATION
PLEASE NOTE: Th e 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.
January 31, 2013BLUES WEEK PEP RALLY
March 5, 2013ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES
April 14, 2013RECONCILIATION SERVICE
April 23, 2013 YOM HASHOAH CONVOCATION
May 2, 2013HONORS CONVOCATION
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
December 3, 2013
January 24, 2014
February 21, 2014
March 18, 2014
April 9, 2014
For severe weather delayed
openings, classes start at 10:15
a.m. and Zero Hour does not meet.
New Brebeuf Jesuit AppIn 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
notifi cations 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!
