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MATER DEI HIGH SCHOOL
The Lumen“shining the light on coming events”
Mater Dei High School in the Diocese of Orange, mindful of its mission to be witness to the love of Christ for all, believes every person, as a child of God, regardless of race, condition, or age, has equal dignity and an inalienable right to an education. Therefore, no qualified student will be denied admission to this school on the basis of sex, race, color, or national origin.
February 2011 Parent Newsletter Vol. XXV, No. 6
GUIDANCE COLUMN
DATES TO REMEMBERFeb. 3 College Admissions & Application Planning
Night for Junior Students and Parents(LeVecke Center @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Feb. 11 Deadline to register for the March 12SAT Reasoning and the SAT Subject Tests. Register at www.collegeboard.com.
Feb. 12 ACT Assessment at MDHS 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Feb. 15-18
California Scholarship Federation (CSF) registration for all grades. For students who qualify, bring $5 and your most current semester report card to the Guidance and Counseling Office during your assigned lunch period. Seniors must sign up this semester if you are planning to qualifying for Sealbearer Status at graduation. Remember, you must be a CSF member for four semesters, including the first semester of your Senior year.
Mar. 4 Registration deadline for April 9 ACT test.
Very Important Note for Filing your FAFSA: You can file your FAFSA online now at www.fafsa.gov for free. March 2, 2011 is the deadline for filing your FAFSA; there are absolutely no exceptions. Be sure to print out your confirmation page for your records. Mater Dei submits the Cal Grant GPA Verification Form electronically for all senior students; therefore, there is no need to complete the form. If you have questions, please contact your student’s guidance counselor.Attention Juniors: Junior students planning to attend a 4-year college should take the SAT and ACT Assessment with Writing this semester. Most colleges will accept scores from either exam, and will use the highest score. Students who plan to attend a very selective college such as The University of California, Notre Dame, Yale, etc. must also take the SAT Subject Tests (two tests in two different subject areas – your best subjects) this semester. You can register online now at www.sat.collegeboard.com/register or www.act.org. The Mater Dei school code is 053-240; test site No. 05-757.New--College Admissions & Application Planning Night for Juniors Parents and students, especially those who are going through the admissions process for the first time, are encouraged to attend this evening. Topics will include: choosing a major or career, how to find a college that’s the “right” fit, testing timelines for SATs and ACT, financial aid and scholarships, playing sports in college, essay writing and tips on filling out your college admissions applications.
For more information visit www.materdei.org/guidance contact Ms. Wells, Guidance Secretary, at (714) 850-9565 or at [email protected].
BE A PART OF THE TRADITIONMATER DEI HIGH SCHOOL
ENTRANCE EXAM
Exam Date:Saturday, February 12, 2011
7:45 AM - 12:00 PMMeruelo Athletic Center
For additional info, please contact Mater Dei Admissions Office
(714) 850-9501 www.materdeiadmissions.org
Admissions Deadline was Friday, January 21, 2011. Mater Dei High School continues to accept and review application packets after this deadline.
However, we cannot guarantee admission.
Underwritten by Studio Arts Design Group • www.studioarts.info
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MATER DEI’S ANNUAL DINNER AUCTION
SAVE THE DATE - APRIL 16, 2011Benefiting classroom technology and
campus improvements
DONATION DAY - FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11Parents, we need your donations and underwriting.
Volunteers will be curbside on Monarch Way to collect your donations during morning drop-off.
We ask all donations be received by February 15, 2011.
ON-LINE AUCTION OPENS - MARCH 21Bid on-line for exciting packages and
preview our once-in-a-lifetime live auction items.
For more information, visit www.materdei.org/auction or contact Lisa Mendiaz ‘86, Director of Special Events
at [email protected] or (714) 850-9527 or
Kay Ward, Auction Chair & Junior Class Parent Representative at [email protected] or (949) 838-8865
Muth Family Learning CenterSelf Esteem and Learning
There are three questions that influence self esteem :Can I do what I am asked to do?Is there value in what I do?Am I valued for what I do?
Adolescence in general can be a verbal re-visit to the pre-schooler who asks, “why?” Then again, why do we, of any age do what we do? If there is new learning involved, we wonder why things have to change and make us feel like we are back in pre-school with everything to learn. Once we feel competent, we usually stop asking, why.
A message that teachers and parents can give struggling students is: “You can do this work!” There are students at MDHS with many types of challenges. The condition that positively affects the success of any of these students is their wanting to learn. Any student can overcome obstacles and believe that he/she is worth the support which teachers, peers, and parents can offer when each feels valued along his/her journey. Here is the positive mantra of learning:I can do what I am asked to do at MDHS. There is academic and personal support available to me and I am worth it!
There is value in what I do because I am unique and valuable in my own right. If I can’t read as well as others, perhaps I can listen better.
What I can learn in positive ways will assist in my communication skills for a better world. I deserve value for what I can do. Therefore I seek constructive feedback and opportunities to demonstrate what I know in a safe environment.
Learning differences are not problems. Learning problems are negative and self-defeating mind sets. Invest in your personal growth, come discover all that the Muth Family Learning Center has to offer you. For more info, please call (714) 641-3694 or email Marilyn Wilson at [email protected]. Marilyn Wilson, Director/Learning Specialist and JoAnn McCune, Teacher/Reading Specialist at [email protected]
The Lumen is a publication of Mater Dei High School‘s Office of Advancement & Alumni Relations. For front page advertisement space (school events only), please contact Lisa Mendiaz ‘86, Director of Special Events & Publications at [email protected] or (714) 850-9527.
Mater Dei theatre events 2011All dates & times subject to change, visit www.materdei.org/theatre for updates
Theatre Clubs & Events Theatre Arts Club - Meetings 1st Thursday each month Improv Comedy Club - Practice Tuesdays - Auditions in February Performs at various events throughout the year. Big Charity Show: May 3
Spring Play Arsenic & Old LaceFebruary 24 - 26 at 7:30 PM in the Little Theatre at MDHS
For ticket information and donations – contact Mr. Patrick Williams at [email protected].
PerFOrMinG arts events - FeBrUarY
9 MDDT Street Dance, SOKA University11, 12 Kemp-Blair Shakespeare Festival, Chapman University 12 Concordia Handbells Festival - 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM18 Chapman Festival, TBA (CS)26 Dance, Cal Pac Championships, Sonora H.S.
For more information contact Mrs. Karen Pescetti at (714) 957-3784 or [email protected].
Basketball - BoysBasketball - GirlsSoccer - BoysSoccer - GirlsWatepolo - GirlsWrestling
WEB CALENDAR LINKSSchool Calendar
SPORTS SCHEDULE LINKS
Mater Dei High School40th Annual
Athletic Department Golf TournamentYorba Linda Country Club
Monday, April 25, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Sponsorship opportunities available.To become a sponsor or register to golf,
please contact Mater Dei Athletic Director, Phil Bellomo at (714) 850-9573 or [email protected].
WINTER DRUM LINE
We are announcing a new performance ensemble on campus called Winter Drum Line. The Winter Drum Line consists of percussion instruments found in the marching band (snare drum, bass drum, tenor drums) as well as instruments found in the concert setting (marimba, xylophone, vibraphone, orchestra chimes, timpani drums, cymbals, synthesizers, etc.).
Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 5:00 - 8:00 PM and Wednesdays 3:00 - 5:00 PM and competitions are on various Saturdays during the second semester. This unique ensemble has an indoor competition season during which the percussion ensembles of local schools meet in tournaments culminating in state championships on April 30. The Winter Drum Line will begin the season on Saturday, February 26 at Westminster High School. Students are also working hard toward their performance at the Hawaii Invitational music festival in April.
If you are interested in learning more about the Winter Drum Line, please contact Mr. Tom Plunkett, Director of Bands at (714) 850-9543 or [email protected].
WINTER GUARD
Our Winter Guard will be competing in the local WGASC circuit beginning February 26 at Royal Oak Middle School in Covina. Our Winter Guard is an extension of our Color Guard program from the fall marching band season.
The ladies of the Winter Guard are preparing for their upcoming competition in Henderson, Nevada in March. They will also be performing in the Hawaii Invitational this April as part of the Instrumental Music trip; featuring the Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Winter Drum Line, and Pageantry Corps.
If you are interested in learning more about the Winter Guard, please contact Mr. Tom Plunkett, Director of Bands at (714) 850-9543 or [email protected].
ADOPT A GRANDPARENT FOR VALENTINE’S DAY
Adopt a Grandparent for Valentine’s Day! National Honor Society members will be making Valentine cards for the elderly in our community from February 7-11, 2011.
Donations of supplies are appreciated: Heart cutouts Paper heart doilies Individually wrapped Valentine candy (sugar free, if possible)Valentine stickers Markers/colored pencils Glitter glue and glue sticks
See the Mater Dei High School NHS link for details.
Students of the MonthElyse Biechele, Student of the Month for February is an outstanding athlete on the court and in her community. A scholar athlete, Elyse carries a GPA of 4.1 and has taken many Honors & AP classes including Honors English I, II, III, AP English, Honors Biology, AP Biology, AP European History, AP United State History, and AP Government.
Elyse has enjoyed being involved in many activities while at Mater Dei. She is a four-year member of the Girls Basketball program, and enters her second year as a captain of the varsity team. “I had surgery for a knee injury this summer. I plan on returning to the basketball court for my final season to play with my 17 teammates
who have been there for me through everything and who I consider family,” states Biechele. In addition to basketball, she has participated in many different clubs and organizations on campus. She is a four-year member of the California Scholarship Federation, Renaissance Club and Campus Ministry. She serves as an ASB Campus Ministry Commissioner this year. She is also a three-year member of the National Honor Society. Elyse is looking forward to being part of the long standing Mater Dei tradition of the senior musical this spring.
Having a special place in her heart for community service, Elyse has completed 160 Christian service hours to date, doubling the required amount for graduation. A member of St. Columban Catholic Church Elyse was an altar server for seven years. She has participated in Mater Dei’s Special Games for the past three years as a volunteer and leader and looks forward to participating again this year. With the Girls Basketball team, she volunteered at the Blind Children’s Learning Center, helped to organize and host a Halloween dance for the Down Syndrome Association of Orange County (DSAOC), created Build-A-Bear bears for children in need in Urban Compass and other organizations at Christmas time, made lunch for the less fortunate through Mater Dei’s Lion Share for those serviced by the Catholic Worker and volunteered as a coach at MD Girls Basketball Camp of Champions for the past four summers. Through Campus Ministry, Elyse gave her time with the annual Thanksgiving and Christmas Outreaches and with the National Honor Society, Elyse participated in Rebuilding Together. “My favorite service project was the DSAOC Halloween Dance. It was a fun time from the beginning to end. As a team we had fun decorating the LeVecke for the event, throwing steamers everywhere, and dressing up and dancing with all our buddies, laughing and singing until our feet and voices were sore. It reminded me to enjoy the simple pleasures in life and to celebrate every moment,” recounts Elyse.
Elyse is considering Cal State Fresno, Cal State Fullerton, USC, Washington State University, University of Connecticut, UNLV and Marquette University. She plans to major in Kinesiology, minor in psychology and continue on to graduate school to earn a doctorate degree in physical therapy.
When asked about her favorite Mater Dei memory, Elyse said “winning the Girls Basketball CIF Southern Section Championship at the Long Beach Pyramid. After the game, we all celebrated by shaking Martinelli’s Sparkling Cider and spraying everyone like the pros do when they win a title!”
When reflecting back on her overall experience as a Monarch, Elyse said “Mater Dei has been a great environment to spend my high school years in. The various activities and programs I have been involved in have opened so many doors to once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. The MD community has been so supportive of me throughout my four years here, especially the Campus Ministry department. I will always remember the Velcro wall at the carnival, red wave games, Latin class, and chocolate chip cookies at MD.”
Elyse’s mom is Gina Ryba and her brothers are Travis Biechele ‘07 currently a senior at the University of Connecticut and Conor Biechele ’14.
Elyse Biechele
Joseph Schmidt IV, February Student of the Month is not only a stellar athlete, but a great overall representative of the Mater Dei experience.
In the classroom, Joseph has challenged himself with Honors and AP courses while maintaining a 3.75 GPA. He has taken Honors Algebra I, Honors Spanish II and II, AP US History and AP Government.
Joseph stepped out of his comfort zone and joined Honors Chambers Singers as a senior. He has enjoyed being a part of Mater Dei’s incredible choir program and is looking forward to traveling with choir this spring when they visit Italy. Choir’s much-anticipated trip to Italy will include a private tour and recital in the Sistine Chapel.
A four-year member of Mater Dei’s football team, Joseph served as a team captain this year. When reflecting back on his experience with the football program, he says, “It has been the greatest honor of my life to be able to participate and contribute to our great program. I have had the opportunity to play four years of Mater Dei Football and created life-long friendships with my teammates.”
Through football, Joseph has participated in various service projects including sports camps and Monarchs 4 Marines. He has contributed over 98 hours of community service and his favorite activity was through the Monarchs 4 Marines Outreach. He says, “It was a unique experience of giving back to the Marines who sacrifice so much for our freedom.”
To many on campus, Joseph is one of the most spirited members of ASB’s Red Wave Commission. He and his peers serve as emcees at all-school rallies and get the entire student body pumped up and ready for the next big game.
Mater Dei’s Performing Arts Department was part of the Bishop Advent’s Celebration at Marywood back in December. Patrick Williams, Director of Performing Arts, shared how he noticed during the event that “Joseph really went out of his way to represent Mater Dei and made all invited guests feel welcome and happy to be attending. Regardless of the size of the task, Joe fully embraces the job very often without being asked. ”
Joseph has stepped up to represent Mater Dei in a variety of other ways during his senior year. Most recently, he played Santa Claus at our annual Christmas at the Corner Celebration. Joe’s spirit and commitment to character and kindness were obvious to all. He really was a testament to St. Nicholas.
As his senior year winds down, Joseph is looking forward to college life. He hopes to attend the University of Notre Dame, Stanford University, University of Southern California or the University of Pennsylvania. He plans to major in business with a focus on entrepreneurial studies.
He is grateful for the foundation he received during his years at Mater Dei. He says, “It’s amazing how awesome the community at Mater Dei is. It doesn’t matter what I’m going through in my life, I know that I always have someone at school that’s there for me and help me solve my problems.”
Joseph is a member of St. Norbert Parish and is involved in the Vision team, which is a confirmation leadership and community service team. He lives in Orange with his parents Joseph and Debra, and his three sisters Catherine ’02, Mary ’09 and Margaret ’15.
Joseph Schmidt IV
DONATION & UNDERWRITINGWISH LIST
• Fill Out The Pledge Form - items collected by February 15, 2011
• Return By February 15, 2011 To The Advancement & Alumni Office To Be Entered Into A Raffle Drawing Where Students Can Win*:
• Make A Copy And Give This Form To Friends and Associates
• Sign Up To Volunteer As A Committee Chair or Give A Few Hours
ARTWORKCONCERT TICKETSMOVIE TICKETS MEMORABILIAHANDYMAN SERVICEDESIGNER HANDBAGSPRIVATE BEACH PARTYGRILL & ACCESSORIESBEACH SURVIVAL PACKAGESEA DOO/WATER TOYSTENNIS IN PALM SPRINGSCARD/BOARD GAMESLAPTOP COMPUTERTARGET GIFT CARDSCUSTOM COOLER RESORT/CONDO RENTAL
SPORTING EVENT TICKETSELECTRONICS/IPOD/IPADAUTOGRAPHED ITEMSSPA/SALON, NAILS, FACIALPRIVATE CHEF DINNERFLYING LESSONSWHEELBARREL OF BEERSCIGAR HUMIDOR &/OR CIGARSVESPA/MOTORCYCLEGOLF FOURSOME &/OR CLUBSAUTO LEASE FOR 1 YEARPRINTER/CAMERABOAT SLIP IN CATALINALUXURY FASHIONS - NEW BEACH/LAKE HOUSEFABULOUS BOTTLE OF WINE
GAMES/XBOX/WII/PS3AIRLINE/HOTEL AWARDSLUXURY HOME ITEMSSAILING LESSONSOUTDOOR KITCHENAPPLIANCES/COOKWAREVINEYARD TRIPBEACH CRUISER/BIKEELLEN SHOW TICKETSGEORGE LOPEZ SHOW TICKETSCONAN O’BRIEN SHOW TICKETSWATER TOYSRESTAURANT GIFT CARDSWINE REFRIGERATORAMUSEMENT PARK PASSESLUXURY SUITES
Underwriting/Cash Of Any Amount Donations - There Is Nothing Too Small!
A Few Items That Have Been “Big Hits” In Past Auctions
Donor LevelsCohiba ($10,000)• Full page cover in event program (four color)• Underwriting acknowledgement in auction program• Two tables for ten at Havana Nights (Front Row location)• Premium wine, 2 red, 2 white per table total of 8 bottles• Four VIP parking passes• VIP reception tickets for you and your guests• Prominent event signage• Signage on campus at Mater Dei prior to event• Acknowledgement in Scarlet & Gray magazine • Online acknowledgement at materdei.org with a link to your
company’s website
Montecristo ($5,000)• Full-page black and white in event program• Underwriting acknowledgement in auction program• A table for ten at Havana Nights (VIP location)• Premium wine, 2 red/2 white, total of 4 bottles• Two VIP parking passes• VIP reception tickets for you and your guests• Prominent event signage• Signage on campus at Mater Dei prior to event• Acknowledgement in Scarlet & Gray magazine • Online acknowledgement at materdei.org with a link to your
company’s website
Romeo y Julieta ($2,500)• Underwriting acknowledgement in auction program• Four seats at Havana Nights (VIP location)• Premium wine, 1 red/1 white per table, total of 2 bottles• One VIP parking pass• VIP reception tickets for you and your guests• Prominent event signage• Acknowledgement in Scarlet & Gray magazine • Online acknowledgement at materdei.org with a link to your
company’s website
Quintero ($1,000)• Underwriting acknowledgement in auction program• Two seats at Havana Nights • Premium wine, 1 red bottle• Acknowledgement in Scarlet & Gray magazine • Online acknowledgement at materdei.org with a link to
your company’s website
Bolivar ($100 - $500)• Underwriting acknowledgement in auction program• Acknowledgement in Scarlet & Gray magazine • Online acknowledgement at materdei.org with a link to
your company’s website
Mater Dei High School Annual Dinner Auction 2011
Office of Advancement & Alumni Relations1202 W. Edinger Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92707
Attn: Lisa Mendiaz ‘86, Director of Special Events Phone: (714) 850-9527 Fax: (714) 540-8570 Email: [email protected]
MDHS Federal Tax ID #: 95-1648193
Underwriting OpportunitiesMater Dei’s 19th Annual Dinner Auction will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at Bowers Museum. The annual dinner auction is the school’s largest event benefiting all students. Last year parents and friends raised $300,000. The proceeds from Havana Nights will continue to help fund the school’s technology program and campus improvements. Each Monarch family is encouraged to particpate.
WE KINDLY ASK THAT ALL DONATIONS BE RECEIVED BY FEBRUARY 15, 2011It is important we receive donations by the posted deadline above so that we may prepare for the event.
Naming OpportunitiesNaming opportunity sponsors receive the same recogition packages as the Donor Levels (ie. Auctioneer sponsorship receives same package as Montecristo).
Auctioneer Sponsorship.................................................$5,000.00Centerpiece Sponsorship................................................$3,000.00Cigar Bar Sponsorship.....................................................$1,000.00Entertainment Sponsorship............................................$2,500.00Mailing/Postage Sponsorship.........................................$1,500.00Sponsor A Faculty Member.............................................$125.00
Donor Information: Donor Name: Donor Level/Naming Opportunity:
Address: City: State: Zip:
Home Phone: Cell Phone: Email:
Check Payable to Mater Dei High School ________ Credit Card Number (Visa/MC only):
Expiration Date: Signature:
Specify how name is to appear in acknowledgements:
Provide your URL (www) below so that we may provide a link from www.materdei.org to your website:
PLEDGE FORMDonor’s Name: Phone: Date:
WE KINDLY ASK THAT ALL DONATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FEBRUARY 15, 2011It is important we receive these items by the posted deadline above so that we may prepare for the event.
Merchandise q Gift Certificate q Cash Donation q
q Item Attached
q Will Deliver To Advancement Office Date of Delivery:
q Enclosed
q Will Deliver To Advancement Office Date of Delivery:
q Check Enclosed
q MasterCard q Visa #: Exp:
Complete Description Of Donation(s): _______________________________________
IF DONATING CLOTHING, TICKETS OR TRAVEL, PLEASE COMPLETE INFORMATION BELOW:
q Clothing: Adult or Youth_____, size____ _ , color____ ___________
q Tickets: # of tickets_____, date of event__________ __, row/seat #(s)_________________, parking included _____________________
q Travel: # of days/nights_____, # of bedrooms _____ , # of guests _____, blackout days or dates ________________________________ other details:_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Value of Donation: $
Donor Information: Contact Name: Company Name:
Address: City: State: Zip:
Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone:
Email: Signature:
Specify how name is to appear in acknowledgements:
Provide your URL (www) below so that we may provide a link from www.materdei.org to your website:
Office Use Only:
Gift # Basket #
Mater Dei High School Annual Dinner Auction 2011
Office of Advancement & Alumni Relations1202 W. Edinger Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92707
Attn: Lisa Mendiaz ‘86, Director of Special EventsPhone: (714) 850-9527 Fax: (714) 540-8570 Email: [email protected]
MDHS Federal Tax ID #: 95-1648193
NOTE: All gift certificates for services must be honored for a period of 12 months from date of auction.
Auction Donation DaysFridays - January 28 & February 11 at Monarch Way Parking Lot
Mater Dei house flags Show your Monarch pride with our 2-sided flag perfect for home, tailgates and gift giving. Proceeds benefit the Alumni Heritage Fund.
Pick up your flag in the Advancement & Alumni Office, or complete the form below and we’re happy to mail it to you.
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