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• Homecoming 2025

  Chaminade’s Homecoming is approaching, and Student Council has chosen the theme Cruisin’ Into Hoco.

  Visit our Homecoming site for Spirit Week, dance info, dress code, dance policies, and additional information about the festivities: CLICK HERE FOR HOMECOMING 2025 INFORMATION!

   

• Important Announcements

   Club Fair Date Change

  Due to extremely hot weather, the Club Fair scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, will be moved to Friday, September 5.

  The bus schedule will be adjusted to meet student needs.

   

  Thank you,

  Chaminade Administration

  
  South Korea and Japan Travel Opportunity
  We are thrilled to announce an incredible educational travel opportunity for our high school students! Chaminade Center for Excellence in partnership with Ms. Wen from our World Languages Department is offering an amazing 8-day journey to South Korea and Japan from April 2nd - April 8th, 2026. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure will take students through the vibrant cities of Seoul and Tokyo, offering a perfect blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and modern experiences. Please join us for a virtual information session, where we will cover trip details, costs, safety protocols, academic benefits, required documentation, and answer all your questions. Attendance is encouraged for all interested families.

  Information Session Date: September 17th Time: 7:00 PM Format: Zoom Meeting

  Meeting Details:

  • Meeting ID: 862 5704 4509
  • Passcode: 297981

  Attendance:

  Attendance is crucial for student success in the classroom.  As such, absences are categorized into either School-related Absence or Non-School-related absence.

  • School-related absences
  • School-sponsored events(athletics, retreats, counseling appointments, school activities, etc.)
  • Non-school-related absences
  • Any other reason for absence (illness, doctor’s appointment with note, funeral service, travel, etc.)

  Parents/guardians must call the Attendance Office at (818) 347-0391 on the day of their student’s absence from school to verify that absence by 3 pm. You should leave a voice message with the student’s name, grade level, and the reason for absence.  
  
  

  Early Release

  Parents and students should make every effort to schedule appointments outside of class time. To avoid classroom interruption, please schedule early dismissals in between blocks or at lunch.

  When a student needs to leave school before the end of the school day, the parent must call and leave a message with the Attendance Office at (818) 347-0391 before 8:30 a.m. for the same day notification. Please provide the student's name, grade level, reason for dismissal, and time of dismissal needed. No student will be allowed to leave campus early without parent permission. Early release is not permitted the last half hour of the school day.

   

  Tardies:

  Any student arriving to school in the morning after the bell rings at 8:30am must report to the attendance office for a tardy slip. Students arriving between 8:30 and 8:50 are recorded as “tardy”.  Any student arriving to second, third, and fourth periods during the school day after the second bell rings will also be issued a tardy. Consequences for tardiness are as follows: 

  • 5-6-7 tardies in one semester – 30-minute detention each
  • 8-9-10 tardies in one semester – 1-hour detention each
  • 11 or mor tardies in one semester- 2-hour Saturday detention each

  Attendance Policy for School Mass/Prayer Services:

  Masses and prayer services are an integral part of the Chaminade educational program and therefore considered mandatory. Students will not be called out early on Mass days unless the parent/guardian comes to the Main Office in person to sign out their student. This includes the parent/guardian of student drivers. The campus will also be closed to visitors beginning 30 minutes before the scheduled Mass/Prayer Service and remain closed until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the Mass/Prayer Service. There will be no exceptions.

   

  Tuition Assistance ~ Applications for 2025-26

  The financial aid application for the 2025-26 school year is now available and was due on November 1.  If you feel you will need tuition assistance for the 2025-26 year and have not submitted your application, please do so immediately.  This earlier due date is designed to better align with the reenrollment period that takes place in early February.  Late requests may not be considered until after the reenrollment timeframe.

   

  You will need to submit current paystubs in lieu of the end of year paystubs previously used.  If your 2023 taxes have already been submitted, you do not need to do this again.  All supporting documents should be loaded immediately.
  
  

  Families currently receiving tuition assistance need to reapply each year.  To access the application, go to www.chaminade.org/financialaid or it can be found in the Resources section in the Parent Portal under Admissions.  You will follow the instructions for Returning Families on our webpage.  Once you are logged into FACTS, please select “Start Application”.  If you will be applying for a new student to Chaminade for 2025-26 in addition to a returning student, you will still use the Returning Family instructions and include all students on the form.  Your 2023 Federal Tax return will be needed to be considered.  You should use the same login as you have in the past for FACTS.  If you have any questions, please email financialaid@chaminade.org.

   

  Tuition Account

  To ensure your student’s continued Chaminade enrollment, please be advised that account must be current for students to enroll in the 2025-2026 school year. To view your balance and make a payment, please click this link: https://chaminade.schooladminonline.com/users/sign_in If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Chaminade Business Office by email at tuition@chaminade.org or by phone at 818-366-9284 x 1274.

   

  Spirit of Giving

  Help our Eagles soar even higher!

  https://www.chaminade.org/giving

   

  Eagle Family Business Directory

  Standing by one another as a school family is essential. The Eagle Family Business Directory is a resource to encourage our school community to patronize and support Chaminade parent-owned businesses. The directory may be found on the school’s website in the family portal, or you may access it by clicking here.

• Parent Volunteer Opportunities

  

  
  Volunteering is a meaningful way to support Chaminade and show your student you are committed to his or her education. Join us on Tuesday, August 19, or Thursday, August 21, to learn more about the wide variety of volunteer opportunities available. Visit our website for more details.  chaminade.org/giving/volunteer

  
  
  Weekly Boosters:

  Boosters store: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FAFAB2DA5FDC52-50425433-boosters#/

  
  

  Volunteers needed! Sign up here!

  Weekly Boosters Store, handing out orders: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FAFAB2DA5FDC52-53466989-boosters#/
  

   

• Uniform Information

  Uniforms: Chaminade Uniforms may be purchased here: https://www.globalschoolwear.com/school/CHAM02. Please note that the dropdowns on the website require you to select grade, gender, and program, however, there is only one choice for grade and gender (All). If your student is taking PE this spring, you may order PE clothes in addition to the regular uniform. Please also note that although they aren't labeled as such, the following items are Feminine fit: Twill Bootcut Pant, Twill Straight Leg Pant, Twill Bermuda Short.

  If you are unable to purchase uniform parts by the first day of the semester, please wear something as close to the uniform guidelines as possible until your get your uniform parts. You may also visit the Chaminade Booster Store if you wish to purchase a sweatshirt or other spirit wear. 

• Class of 2026

  Baby Pictures 
  

  Families of seniors: the deadline for submitted baby photos and dedications has been extended one week to Sunday September 7^th at midnight. This is the only deadline extension, and no photos or dedications will be accepted for inclusion in the yearbook after this time. 

   

  Please email the Aerie yearbook adviser, Mrs. Velasco, if you have questions. avelasco@chaminade.org

  
  Dear families of the class of 2026,

  The staff of the 2026 Chaminade Aerie yearbook are already hard at work to create a meaningful chronicle of the year for all students to enjoy, especially our seniors. Each year the Aerie Yearbook contains baby pictures of our graduating seniors accompanied by messages of love from their proud families to congratulate and express their love and support for their student. This space is provided as a complimentary courtesy to families. The staff of the 2026 Aerie invites you to participate in this tradition by submitting a digital file of a photograph of your student when they were a baby and a personal message to be printed in the yearbook.

  To meet our printing deadline, please submit your form with your dedication message and photo file no later than FRIDAY AUGUST 29th at midnight.

  This year, we are collecting baby photos and family dedications via Google Form. Click here to access the Google form. You will need to submit BOTH the photo and dedication message at the same time so please have both prepared before completing the Google Form. Model dedication messages are included below for your reference.

  Due to space limitations, we can accept only one photograph and dedication message per student. We respectfully request that multi-household families collaborate to submit one photo and dedication.

  PLEASE FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR PICTURE AND DEDICATION:

  1. Go to this site to find the Google Form.
  2. Complete all questions as required.
  3. Type or copy your dedication into the dedication response field. The dedication may not exceed 300 characters, including spaces and punctuation. The form will automatically limit the length of your entry. As such, you are encouraged to draft your message in advance. Messages will be proofread and, with your permission, edited by the Aerie Adviser for clarity and mechanics (spelling, capitalization, and punctuation).
  4. Upload a high-quality color or black & white baby photo to the Google form.  You may scan or take a photograph of a printed photo if the photo is not already a high-quality digital image. We respectfully request that no nude photos be submitted for publication.

  ALL PHOTOS AND DEDICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED

  NO LATER THAN FRIDAY AUGUST 29^th.

  After that time, we will regrettably not be able to add any more baby photos or dedications to the yearbook.  

  We want for each senior to be included in this section so please reach out if you have questions or need support. Inquiries about this process should be sent to Mrs. Amy Velasco, Aerie Adviser, at avelasco@chaminade.org. 

• Academics

  Academic Resource Program (ARP)

  The Academic Resource Program for the fall semester will start on Monday, September 8th and end on Thursday, December 11th (no meetings Thanksgiving Week). Chaminade offers the supplemental support service to assist students in meeting their educational goals. Mrs. Jill Stewart is the director for ARP. Mrs. Stewart has a wealth of experience in the area of academic support and student success. Accountability measures and organizational strategies are part of the program to assist our students in reaching their academic goals. The cost of participation in this program is $625 for each day of the week selected for the entire semester. For example, a family that selects the Tuesday as well as the Thursday sessions would have their student attend ARP each Tuesday and Thursday and would pay a total of $1,250 for the entire semester.  A family opting to send their student on Monday only, would pay $625 for the program for the entire semester.  Payment may be made in installments or in full at the time of registration. This program will meet in person in the high school library. Each student in the program will be assigned an academic mentor that will work with the student throughout the fall semester.

  Click Here to Register

   

  If you have any questions about the program, please email the program director, Mrs. Jill Stewart jstewart@chaminade.org

   

   

• Booster Store

  Monday/Wednesday 3pm-4pm at the middle school campus, located next to the Michael Valentine Student Center

  Tuesday/Thursday for an hour after school lets out at the high school campus, located above the football field next to Mundy’s Concessions

• Cafeteria

  Please DO NOT swipe your ID card more than ONE TIME when purchasing items in the cafeteria.

  This can result in duplicate or erroneous transactions.

  
  Please remember to check the balance on Eagle card accounts to make sure you have sufficient funds to purchase items in the cafeteria.

   

  Pay for school meals and view school menus online!

   

  Hello Chaminade Parents!

  Chaminade and The Caterer, Inc. are excited to offer new meal service technology for our students and faculty!  The new enhancements will improve the safety and efficiency of our meal service, as well as provide increased convenience, flexibility, and nutritional & allergen information for our Chaminade families.     

  Within the cafeterias at both campuses, we have instituted a new “no touch” cashless point of sale system, enabling safer and faster meal services for our students and faculty.     

  Aside from the improvements within the cafeteria, the new food service system will utilize the online and mobile applications for MySchoolBucks and MealViewer.  With MySchoolBucks, parents, students and faculty can both add money to meal accounts.  To help ensure the health and safety of all our students and staff, MySchoolBucks will help minimize the amount of cash/check deposits that need to be handled throughout the day as well as expedite the delivery of our meal service, which allows us to focus on keeping our students safe.

  MealViewer is another online and mobile platform that allows parents, students, and faculty the opportunity to view daily menus, as well as the nutritional and allergen information of our meals.

  The Lopez Family, The Caterer, Inc., has been providing food services for Chaminade High School and Chaminade Middle School for over 30 years. We are a family run operation comprised of Sid, Sue, and Scott Lopez (executive chef), as well as a full kitchen staff at each location. Having raised five children of our own, we treat the students like our family, with respect and compassion every day. Our staff is an extension of our family and truly share our commitment to give the best possible food and service to your children.

  The Caterer strives to prepare, present, and promote healthy and delicious food that stimulates the eye as well as the palate. Our pledge is integrity, customer satisfaction, and a commitment to excellence. We deliver top-quality service and high-quality food on every level with consistent professionalism and a “customer first” attitude.

   

  MySchoolBucks

  Easily pay for school meals online this year! Create your free MySchoolBucks account to add money conveniently and securely to your student’s meal account online or with the mobile app.

  With MySchoolBucks you will be able to:

  • View cafeteria purchases
  • Check your student’s meal card balance
  • Automatically receive low balance alerts
  • Pay for school meals from anywhere!

  Get Started Today:  Please note – You will receive an email when system is ready to add your student.

  1. Go to https://www.myschoolbucks.com or download the mobile app.
  2. Choose Families - Create your account and add your students using their school name / student ID and birthdate

  State: California

  School District: Chaminade College Preparatory

  Enter your email address – this will be your username

  Enter first name

  Enter last name

  Enter mobile phone number

  Choose password

  Click add student

  It will then prompt you to choose 2 security questions

  Add billing account – choose a credit card or ACH bank transfer account number

  You can choose a minimum balance the account reaches when you want to automatically add funds  (most economical  -deposit the maximum of $120 per student and set minimum balance to $20.00)

   

  3. Add funds using your credit / debit card or electronic check.
     Note: The maximum amount you can load onto a student’s account is $120.00, per transaction.  Additionally, you will be charged a convenience fee of $2.75 per transaction for the use of credit/debit card or  $2.49 for electronic checks. If you are loading funds for more than one student, you will only be charged for one convenience fee.  If you prefer to load more than $120.00 or if you wish to avoid the online convenience fee, you can mail a check to P.O. Box 3903, Chatsworth, CA  91313 made payable to “The Caterer, Inc.”.
  4. Set up automatic payments and never forget to send in lunch money again.

  We appreciate you using this new online and mobile option to help reduce the amount of physical cash, check and meal handling that would typically happen in the serving lines.

   

  If you need assistance with your MySchoolBucks account, you can find helpful how-to videos (https://www.MySchoolBucks.com/ver2/help/gethelpvideos) and answers to commonly asked questions by visiting MySchoolBucks.com. Or, you can contact MySchoolBucks directly by logging into your account to start a chat conversation or give them a call at (855) 832-5226.
  
  

  MealViewer

  Chaminade is also excited to offer MealViewer! This online menu service provides a quick and easy way to view our school’s daily menus.

  MealViewer provides:

  • Convenience - Available 24/7 on the web or through the mobile app for your smartphone.
  • Nutrition – View nutritional information for all student meals!
  • Safety – Create profiles for your students and select their allergens. Get alerts each time that allergen is on the menu!
  • Fun Feedback – Let students favorite and rate certain meals so that we ensure we are serving meals they enjoy!

  Signing Up is easy!

  1. Go to https://schools.mealviewer.com or download the mobile app and register for a free account.
  2. Create a profile for you and your student(s) by first selecting their school.
  3. Set up your student’s profile by selecting the appropriate allergens and let them favorite their most loved meals. Now you will receive notifications every time any of these are served!

  If you have any questions, please contact MealViewer directly:

  • mealviewer.support@e-hps.com
  • (866) 351-2248

  Thank you,

  The Caterer Inc.

  Chaminade College Preparatory

• Counseling

  
  
  

  
  

  Schedule Change Information:

  Schedule changes ended on Wednesday, 8/20 @ 3:30 pm.  However, if a student is currently in an AP or Honors course and they feel that the course may be too much for them, they can drop the AP or Honors to the CP level class until Wednesday, August 27, at 3:30 PM.

  **This is only a drop period, and we will not be able to move a student into a different AP class or move the UP to an AP course**

   

  Seniors/Senior Parents
  
  

  Seniors:
  
  

  If you have not logged into MaiaLearning yet, please do so and continue working on finalizing your college list and completing your applications. Counselors will be coming into your Government classes on Tuesday, 8/26, or Wednesday, 8/27, to go over college application information and how to navigate MaiaLearning.
  
  

  Senior Parents:

  If you have not yet logged in to MaiaLearning, you should have received an email Friday morning, August 22nd, from MaiaLearning with a code (email your student’s counselor if you did not receive this email). Once you log in, we encourage you to work on your Parent Brag sheet for your student. Click on this arrow               at the top right corner to find the link.
  
  

  We utilize the information you share with us when it comes time to write your student’s letter of recommendation, because who knows them better than you?
  
  

  Please watch this short MaiaLearning introductory video: https://player.vimeo.com/video/469137166

   

  Freshman and Transfer Students:
  
  

  Your counselors want to meet with you! You all received an email from your counselor asking you to sign up on their SignUpGenius for your first meeting! If you have not already done so, please take 30 seconds and do that now!

  • Click HERE to go to SignUpGenius
  • Click on your counselor’s name
  • Pick a time that works for  you
  • Set a reminder on your phone and computer to remind you of your appointment.

  
  
  

   

  You can determine who your counselor is by referring to the graph below. Additionally, you can find your counselor’s name listed under the "Advisor" section when you log into Blackbaud (where you view your schedule). Link to SignUpGenius: Click HERE

  
  

   

   

  
  Counseling Assignments for the 2025-2026 School Year
  
  
   
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
  

• High School Deans

  Parent-Student Handbook

  The 2025-2026 Parent-Student Handbook is available! We invite you to read this document to familiarize yourself with our policies and procedures. You can find it under High School Resources or you can click on this link: Parent-Student Handbook

   

  Student Morning Drop off/ Pick Up:

  If you are dropping off a student in the morning or picking up after school is out, you must enter through the Chaminade Avenue gate and exit through the Keswick gate.  You will not be allowed to enter through the Cohasset or Saticoy gate for student drop off or pick up. We ask for your assistance in making sure the entire area encompassing our school is safe for students by driving slowly and safely on campus as well as on adjacent streets.

   

  Uniform For Mass Days:

  On mass days, students will not be able to wear a t-shirt or sweats.  Students must wear a POLO and uniform shorts or pants from Hilfiger Uniforms.  Uniform items can still be purchased using the link on the Chaminade website, online through our Boosters site, or through Student Activities.

   

  Lockers:

  Locker information has been posted in the Student Portal. Students will also receive an email Monday with instructions and a short video on how to use their locker.  If a student has an issue with their locker, please see the deans for assistance.

   

   

  Parking Passes:

  All students who park on campus must have a valid Chaminade parking pass adhered to their car windshield.  To access the parking passes, log in to the Family Portal, click Resources, then High School Resources, then General Information.

   

  Instructions for obtaining parking pass:

  1. Complete the parking pass application online and make payment.
  2. Bring valid driver’s license and non-expired proof of insurance to Main Office.
  3. Stick the parking pass on the driver’s side windshield of your car.

  Attendance:

  Attendance is crucial for student success in the classroom.  As such, absences are categorized into either School-related Absence or Non-School relate absence.

  • School-related absences
  • School sponsored events(athletics, retreats, counseling appointments, school activities, etc.)
  • Non-school related absences
  • Any other reason for absence (illness, doctor’s appointment with note, funeral service, travel, etc.)

  Parents/guardians must call the Attendance Office at (818) 347-0391 on the day of their student’s absence from school to verify that absence by 3pm. You should leave a voice message with the student’s name, grade level, and the reason for absence.  

   

  Tardies:

  Any student arriving to school in the morning after the bell rings at 8:30am must report to the attendance office for a tardy slip. Students arriving between 8:30 and 8:50 are recorded as “tardy”.  Any student arriving to second, third, and fourth periods during the school day after the second bell rings will also be issued a tardy. Consequences for tardiness are as follows: 

  • 5-6-7 tardies in one semester – 30-minute detention each
  • 8-9-10 tardies in one semester – 1-hour detention each
  • 11 or mor tardies in one semester- 2-hour Saturday detention each

  Attendance Policy for School Mass/Prayer Services:

  Masses and prayer services are an integral part of the Chaminade educational program and therefore considered mandatory. Students will not be called out early on Mass days unless the parent/guardian comes to the Main Office in person to sign out their student. This includes the parent/guardian of student drivers. The campus will also be closed to visitors beginning 30 minutes before the scheduled Mass/Prayer Service and remain closed until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the Mass/Prayer Service. There will be no exceptions.
  
  

  Early Release

  Parents and students should make every effort to schedule appointments outside of class time. To avoid classroom interruption, please schedule early dismissals in between blocks or at lunch.

  When a student needs to leave school before the end of the school day, the parent must call and leave a message with the Attendance Office at (818) 347-0391 before 8:30 a.m. for the same day notification. Please provide the student's name, grade level, reason for dismissal, and time of dismissal needed. No student will be allowed to leave campus early without parent permission. Early release is not permitted the last half hour of the school day.

• Special Schedules for the Week

• Library

  Until further notice, library hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm.

  The library is a place for quiet study, reading, and reflection.

  Reminder: The back area is reserved for individual, silent study (no talking, no groups). The front area is for small groups (maximum of 4 per table) to work together quietly.

  Once you enter the library, if you need to communicate, please whisper.

  This year, the Deans will be helping to maintain the quiet atmosphere that should prevail in the library.

  Visit the library website to access useful resources and information: https://www.chaminadelibrary.org/ 

   

   

• Tech Hub

   

   

  Welcome to the Tech Hub!
  
  

  Your Tech Hub is next to the Library in room 310. Students are responsible for bringing fully charged laptops to school daily. No loaners will be provided for forgotten laptops. A loaner laptop will only be provided if your laptop needs to be sent out for repairs.
  
  

  Students are expected to bring their Power adapters to campus. The library can provide limited numbers of Battery banks and Temporary chargers that can be checked out for the day. The Tech Hub does not loan out chargers or styluses.

  
  We have links below to order replacements if a charger or stylus is lost or if you would like to have an extra one for yourself:
  

  
  Chargers
  

  1) 12^th Grade Lenovo 65W USB-C (standard Lenovo)
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0792LMDQC
  
  2) 12^th Grade Lenovo 65W USB-C (2 prongs) version
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y2YPWSM
  
  3) 10^th and 11^th Grade Dell 65W USB-C
  https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-65w-usb-c-adapter/apd/492-bdqm/pc-accessories#compatibility_section
  
  4) 10^th and 11^th Grade Dell 65W USB-C (Amazon link)
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GHV6G55?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_8CPCFYSG9HGMV83DZHTA
  
  5) 9^th Grade Lenovo 65W Standard USB-C
  https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/accessories-and-software/chargers-and-batteries/chargers/4x21s91183
  
  6) 9^th Grade Lenovo 65W Slim USB-C
  https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/accessories-and-software/chargers-and-batteries/chargers/gx20z46256
  

   

  Stylus

  7) 12^th Grade ThinkPad Yoga x13 compatible stylus

  https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/accessories-and-software/stylus-pens-and-supplies/stylus-pens-&-supplies_pens/4x81e21569
  

  
  8) External Stylus - Compatible with ALL Lenovo Yoga models
      * Larger ergonomic size
      * Battery included
  https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Capacity-Touchscreen-Laptops-GX80K32882/dp/B01AZC3HF2
  
  9) 10^th and 11^th Grade Stylus Dell Latitude 3330 and3340 compatible stylus
  https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-active-pen-pn5122w/apd/750-adqk/handhelds-tablet-pcs
  
  10) 9^th Grade Stylus - Lenovo Integrated Pen for 13w Gen 3
  https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/accessories-and-software/stylus-pens-and-supplies/pens/4x81q95847?orgRef=https%253A%252F%252Fstatics.teams.cdn.office.net%252F
  
  11) 9^th Grade External Stylus - Compatible with ALL Lenovo Yoga models
      * Larger ergonomic size
      * Battery included
  https://www.amazon.com/Lenovo-Capacity-Touchscreen-Laptops-GX80K32882/dp/B01AZC3HF2
  

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• Calendar Exporting

  Please see this helpful page on how to export Chaminade calendars to Google or the calendar program of your choice!