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December

CHC Invited to Cyber Readiness Institute
12/18/2018
CHC Cybersecurity students, Sam Vido '19, Nicholas Boehl '19, Greyson Pearce '19, and Rishi Biswas '19 were invited to attend the Cyber Readiness Institute on December 17 at the National Press Club in Washington DC. Retired IBM CEO, Sam Palmisano ‘69, & MasterCard CEO, Ajay Banga, headlined the panel. The Institute was created to help small to medium-sized enterprises mitigate cyber risk with the support or private sector heavyweights like Mastercard, Microsoft, ExxonMobil, and General Motors.
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2018 MIAA Fall All-Conference Named
12/11/2018
Thirteen student-athletes were named to the 2018 Fall MIAA All-Conference team for their respective sport.
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Ben Bender '20 Named All-American
12/5/2018
Allstate Insurance Company announced the first group of high school soccer players to be named as Allstate All-Americans. From the nearly 800,000 players across the country, 75 boys' high school juniors have been selected for their outstanding achievements in soccer. Congratulations Ben Bender '20 on receiving this great honor.
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Keys to Success
12/4/2018

When Joe Baker discovered The Jaklitsch Law Group, my tiny three lawyer firm in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, was named the "Top Personal Injury Trial Law Firm" in the entire country, he asked if I would give advice to young alumni just starting their careers and families.

One key to our success was to hire only superstars, whether a trial lawyer or a receptionist. Be patient enough to find and hire the very best, and then treat them that way. In past years, we took the entire firm and their "Plus 1" on several Caribbean cruises. This year, we are taking 40 people to China. The cost of that trip is far outweighed by the return comradery, morale boost and effort of each employee to be their very best.

As much as we value our staff, we treat every client like they are the most important person in the world. They are. Because they know how much we appreciate each client, they send us an amazing amount of referral business. The firm's reputation is everything, so every effort is made to make every client believe the very best decision he ever made was hiring The Jaklitsch Law Group. Clients know our motto of "Be the Best" is the goal of every single person at our firm, and they feel that drive from each employee in every phone call and every meeting.

As important as hard work is to success, so is hard play. Balance is crucial, as is family time. I block off time for family and refuse to have that time invaded by work. I insist employees leave work early to attend their kids' games and I ensure that every one of my trial attorneys take at least four weeks vacation. If not, they will burnout quickly. I scuba dive, ski and powerboat, so months ahead I will block out a day here and there during the week to be on the boat or on the slopes. I'll come back from that one fun day completely re-energized and ready to charge ahead.

The final bit of advice is to give back. Find a charity, a school (Calvert Hall!), or a cause and give your time and treasure. You will be rewarded in return many times over. My wife and I have given a "Leadership Scholarship" to Calvert Hall every year since tuition was only $2500 per year, and I've given endless hours to the University of Maryland serving as Terrapin Club President and President of the Maryland Gridiron Network. The charity work never ceases to be fulfilling, not only for the help provided to others, but the networking with others will also help jumpstart your business with referrals from people that will see your drive and commitment.

I owe Calvert Hall for so much of what I am. I became an Economics major in college because of Lou Heidrick's course at Calvert Hall. I discovered in high school that I wanted to be a trial lawyer. I learned time management, individual responsibility and the importance of getting involved in something that sparks interest outside of the classroom. To pay back, I promise that if any Calvert Hall alum is interested in law school or a career in law, you can call or write, and I will be happy to give winning advice on college majors, LSAT courses, LSAT testing and law school application hints to help you succeed.

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Goedeke Honored As Lasallian Educator
12/3/2018
Ken Goedeke received the Calvert Hall Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award. This award honors educators who exemplify the ideals of St. John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of Teachers of Children and Youth.
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November

A Message From the Principal - December 2018
11/30/2018

Dear Parents,

December is a truly joyous and festive time! I hope you will have a chance to attend the Music Department Christmas Concert on Friday, December 14 or many of our other events during the month.

The call of the gospel and our commitment to the Lasallian charism requires us to care for others. Christmas is a time of giving and caring, reflection and celebration. It provides an opportunity to get closer to family and friends and God. As we prepare for one of the Church’s holiest days, remember that we have entered a season of hope and faith. Let us collectively have hope and faith that God will continue to bless us. On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, we extend best wishes for a happy Christmas, a safe and enjoyable holiday season, and a New Year filled with God’s blessings. May God bless you and your family during this precious time.

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal

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Brother John Kane's Letter-La Salle Program Newsletter
11/27/2018

Dear La Salle Program alums,

I am happy to send you greetings from Calvert Hall in our first La Salle Program Newsletter. It is a great way to communicate with our La Salle Program graduates to keep you informed of what is happening now at The Hall and to share what our alumni are doing. I am in my fifth year now as President and continue to marvel at the work of our graduates.

For over 30 years, the La Salle Program has served a select group of college-bound students with identified language learning disabilities and has enabled them to thrive. Here at Calvert Hall, the La Salle program provides well-designed approach to learning for students in the program. I know that Jen Healy, the La Salle Program Director, along with the seven La Salle Program faculty members work hard to provide the necessary academic support to all of the students in the program. As when you attended, these young men are successful in the classroom and preparing for college.

We are proud of our current La Salle Program as well as our graduates. You all have accomplished much in so many different professions, in life and in service to the community. I encourage you to keep in touch with Calvert Hall and the La Salle Program. There are many ways you can support our efforts. If you have not been back to Calvert Hall in a while, I encourage you to visit. Many things have changed physically but at its heart, Calvert Hall remains the same excellent college prep school committed to the Lasallian values of faith, community and service. Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Brother John Kane, FSC, Ed.D.
President

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Turkey Bowl Victory
11/22/2018
Calvert Hall won their fifth consecutive Turkey Bowl on Thanksgiving Day. The Cardinals defeated the Dons 40-7. Click here to relive the sights and sounds of Turkey Bowl 99 courtesy of Alex Brune '20.
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2018 Small Business Saturday
11/21/2018
In honor of Small Business Saturday, we are proudly promoting our alumni business owners.
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Jen Healy letter-LaSalle Newsletter
11/21/2018

Dear Alumni, Friends, and Benefactors,
The LaSalle Program is pleased to present you with the first issue of the LaSalle Newsletter. This semi-annual publication will update you on exciting happenings within the program as well as stories about some of our graduates. Each edition will provide the opportunity to strengthen your connection with LaSalle graduates and current LaSalle scholars. We hope to foster networking, create mentoring relationships, and build new support structures for the program at large.
As we mark our 34^th year of the La Salle Program at Calvert Hall, much has changed. We began in 1985 with 12 students and two staff; we now have a staff of seven serving 60 students/year. We’ve had a few name changes along the way—Xavier became La Salle; Cruz became Healy. Our center has moved three times; staff has come and gone. Our alumni now total 336 and include lawyers, engineers, entrepreneurs and doctors.
Despite the changes, the program has remained true to its original mission. Our goal remains to help students thrive rather than just survive high school. La Salle students continue to be involved in all aspects of life at the Hall from sports to theater, student council, leadership, campus ministry, art, music and more.
This past year, our graduating class of 11 earned over $1.8 million dollars in academic scholarships. The first son of an alum graduated; two more are currently enrolled and two more are applying. The Program continues to be sought after in large part due to the continued support of the administration and incredible dedication of the teachers.
We truly have much to be proud of and to celebrate. Thank you for being a part of our rich history. If you have time for a visit, we’d love to see you!
Best wishes for a healthy and happy holiday season,

Jennifer Cruz Healy

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Best In Class
11/19/2018
The ballots have been counted, and the results are in! Baltimore Style readers have selected Calvert Hall as the Best (Boys) Private High School in the 2018 Readers' Choice contest.
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Sixteen Student-Athletes Ink NLIs
11/14/2018

These Hallmen have committed to take their academic and athletic talents to the next level. The average GPA of this group is a 3.6.

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Model UN Champions
11/13/2018
CHC won big at the Centennial Model UN Conference! John Moses ‘19, Brennan Kelly ‘19, & Thomas Poddles ‘20 won Best Delegate (1st place); Aidan Scible ‘20 & Joe Masterman ‘20 came in 2nd place; and Ryan Callahan ‘19 came in 3rd place.
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State of the Orioles
11/7/2018
With the worst season in franchise history behind them, what can the O's do to build a brighter future?
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Medicine for the Greater Good
11/6/2018

Growing up in the east side of Baltimore City, from Rosedale to Dundalk to Highlandtown, the communities there were my extended family. My childhood teachers and soccer coaches were from those communities. And some of my best friends, who still answer my calls today, are from there.

Naturally then, becoming a physician-in-training at Johns Hopkins, working at the hospital that mainly served these communities, I was excited. I would get to finally give back to the community that helped me achieve my own successes. And yet, seeing people that I grew up with, unable to truly see them achieve the health they deserved… it angered me. To help the community I grew up with, I felt I needed to do more than what the confines of a hospital building would let me do.

In 2013, I began an initiative titled "Medicine for the Greater Good" (MGG) at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. MGG is grounded in two objectives. First, MGG educates physicians-in-training on the non-biological factors that impact the heath outcomes of our patients and result in health disparities. Heath disparity gaps have widened over the last two decades in common diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and lung diseases (e.g. asthma and COPD). Many of our biological solutions, such as medications, have their influence attenuated by variables such as poverty, education, and access. If future physicians are not held accountable to understand these factors, we will fail the promise of medicine rooted in helping our patients achieve their best potential health.

The second objective of MGG is building partnerships with the local community. Analogous to a doctor being bedside with a patient to understand the impact of a disease, MGG places these physicians "bedside" in the community to better understand the socioeconomic influences on health outcomes. We have partnered with over 20 local congregations, several public housing units, and half a dozen local Baltimore City schools. Through these partnerships, we have implemented novel health initiatives aiming to engage and empower the community around common health issues and concerns. These initiatives vary, from building health ministries at local congregations to launching smoking cessation strategies at public housing units.

To date, over 5000 Baltimore City persons have been influenced by our work and we continue to collaborate with our City's most vulnerable populations.

For me, MGG represents a significant intervention that reaffirms medicine as a public trust. Training our future doctors on social determinants of health and securing neighborhood buy-in for hospital-community partnerships is, in my belief, the future of medicine and will close the health gaps between the haves and have-nots.

Furthermore, MGG allows me to give back to the communities I was raised in. The values that I learned through my childhood experiences, which were reaffirmed through my time at Calvert Hall, have made their way into the doctor I am today and the way I practice medicine. That to me is medicine for the greater good.
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National Band Champions
11/3/2018
Calvert Hall Competition Marching Band were named the 2018 USBands National Champions for the 3rd straight year! They also won caption awards for the best color guard, best music and best overall effect.
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Bill Keiser -La Salle Program Newsletter
11/2/2018

Calvert Hall Days
- La Salle Program
- Ski Club

How did the La Salle Program prepare you for college and your career?
“The La Salle Program helped me to find ways to overcome obstacles that I faced, whether it was how to write a paper or take a test without letting my Dyslexia stop me. The program was a great asset for me during those formative years. It helped me build confidence in both my work and myself”.

Advice to current students in the La Salle Program - “Do not ever let anyone tell you that you cannot accomplish a goal and if they do use that to help drive you even harder.”

College Days -Bill graduated from Radford University in Virginia with a B.A. in Business Administration in 1993. In addition to his studies while at Radford, Bill enjoyed outdoor activities including biking, skiing and rafting. While still a student, he started his company, Integral Components, Inc in 1993.

Today – For 27 years, Bill has been President of Integral Components, Inc., a contract manufacturer of cable assemblies and wiring harnesses as well as a metal machine shop and injection molding shop located in Westminster, Maryland.

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A Message from the Principal - November 2018
11/1/2018

Dear Parents,

As I write, we are again reading about another tragedy of violence and hatred, this time just outside of Pittsburgh. In a meeting with sophomores, juniors, and seniors last week, we talked about the importance of prayer and, that while we have not figured out how to change the world, we can make our community a better place. We must be resolute in our belief that it is our differences that make us stronger. There is no place in our community for intolerance regarding race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, or sexuality. This must be true in word and deed. In an era of divisive discourse and the craziness of social media, we all must be willing to have conversation about what goes on in the world and the importance of respect and tolerance for all. I know we can count on you to teach these values at home. Know that you can count on us to do it at school. You have a partner in Calvert Hall!

By now, you have undoubtedly seen, whether in person or pictures, our new greenhouse. It represents another step in our consistent progress to make education more hands-on, more collaborative, and more about the “guide on the side rather than the sage on the stage.” In particular, in our science and STEM programs, we continue to model experiential learning. Whether it be computerized lab equipment, the renovation of a new STEM lab, or becoming a Project Lead the Way Engineering School, be assured that we are at the forefront of science, STEM, and engineering education.

Our Open House is Sunday, November 11 from 12:00-4:00. Please invite any 6^th, 7^th, or 8^th graders to our Open House and be sure to share all the great happenings at CHC! Telling perspective students about your experience is our best advertisement.

As we end the month of November, we have so much to be thankful for as a Calvert Hall community. May God continue to bless our community and your family.

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal

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October

The Daily Record Announces 2018 Icon Honors Recipients
10/26/2018
Calvert Hall is excited to share Joseph Baker '76, Chief Administrative Officer/Director of Advancement/Mathematics Faculty, has been named one of The Daily Record's 2018 Icon Honors. Winners were selected for long-standing commitment to the Maryland business community and significant professional accomplishments through innovation and leadership. Mr. Baker will be honored at the Icon Honors award show in December 2018.
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Academic Honors
10/25/2018
Nearly 400 students participated in our Honors Convocation on Wedesday, October 24, 2018. New inductees were sworn into the National Honors Society and many more earned academic letters for their hard work last year in the classroom.
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State Champions
10/22/2018
The Competition Marching Band claimed their fourth straight Maryland State US Bands Championship on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at Towson University. They also won caption awards for Best Music, Visual, Percussion, Color Guard and Effect.
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Robotics Sweeps 1st & 2nd
10/20/2018
Calvert Hall Robotics Teams 5588E and 5588D finished 1st and 2nd on October 20, 2018, at the VEX Robotics tournament hosted at Hereford High School.
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Career Day
10/12/2018
More than 45 alumni returned to The Hall for Career Day. They spent time with the Class of 2019 discussing different career paths and sharing their professional experiences.Corporal Shawn Vinson '89, director and spokesman for the Baltimore County Police Department, was this year's keynote speaker.
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U.S. Army Impact Player of the Month
10/9/2018
Michael Green '20 has been honored as the U.S. Army Impact Player for the month of September. The Impact Player, presented by PressBox Sports, honors a student-athlete who has had a significant impact on their team and school – not just through performance on the field or court, but has an impact on the community as a whole.
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Homecoming
10/8/2018

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Troy Stokes '14 Earns Gold Glove
10/8/2018
Stokes earned a Minor League Baseball Gold Glove this season while playing for the Biloxi Shuckers. He was a fourth-round pick by the Brewers back in the 2014 MLB Draft and currently rates as the club’s #19 prospect according to MLB Pipeline.

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Building the Brotherhood 2018
10/5/2018

As you know, community is a very important part of the Calvert Hall experience. Calvert Hall is committed to a four-year retreat program where every student participates on retreat each year as part of the graduation requirement. In order to better become a part of the brotherhood at CHC, we have designed an overnight retreat experience for you on campus. The overnight Freshman Retreat will take place from 6PM on Thursday, October 18^th until 9AM on Friday, October 19^th. Friday is our Fall holiday, so you will not miss class time to participate on retreat.
Since retreat begins on a school day, we expect that many freshmen will come to school on Thursday with a bag packed for retreat. Beginning at 7:30 AM on Thursday morning, freshmen can drop off their belongings at their organized bag location in the Auxiliary Gym. Freshmen should be in their freshman retreat t-shirt, dress pants, dress shoes, and belt on Thursday. After school, students will be able to change out of dress code. Shirts will be distributed the week of their retreat. Students will be sleeping at one of four locations: Gym, Aux Gym, Commons, or Activities Center. Therefore, you should bring a sleeping bag and a pillow as well as anything you might need to get ready before bed such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. Students should bring snacks that will be shared among all participants!

Students must check-in for retreat at 5:45PM in the dining hall. Since some of you might have practice or clubs and activities after school, the aux gym will be open for you to get your belongs until 3:15PM after school. The aux gym will be open again at 5:30PM for freshmen to bring bags to keep for retreat. Retreat will begin at 6:00PM with dinner. Students will participate in prayer and small groups throughout Thursday evening all around campus. All freshmen will be chaperoned throughout the entire retreat experience by Calvert Hall faculty and administration.

On Friday, students will eat breakfast and participate in mass before retreat ends at 9AM. When retreat ends at 9AM, students may be picked up and have no other responsibilities on Friday. We hope this will be a fun and memorable experience for each member of the Class of 2022. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Ortiz at ortize@calverthall.com.

Thank you!
Office of Campus Ministry
Mr. Bobak, Mr. Clark, Mr. Ortiz

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Band Starts Season Strong
10/1/2018
The Competition Marching Band started the season with a 1st place season at Century High School on September 22nd. The band placed 1st winning all caption awards with a score of 81.225. They then placed 2nd on September 29th during the US Bands competition hosted at the Naval Academy. The group earned a score of 82.2875.They then again place 2nd on October 6th with a score of 86.575 at the USBands Broadneck High School Competition.They were also named co-champions in the speciality award category for best music.
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September

A Message from the Principal - October 2018
9/28/2018

Dear Parents,

As we begin the month of October, we do so with such excitement and enthusiasm that the new year is well underway. Our campus is a bustling place with so many activities. It is truly hard to keep up with all that goes on in this vibrant place.

In last month’s letter, I explained a number of the security measures and initiatives that have taken place at the school. This included not only our crisis plan protocols, but also what we do relating to child protection. Safety and security must be paramount concerns for us as a school. As we have mentioned before, if an emergency would occur at the school, you will be notified by our emergency notification system. It is imperative that your cell phone and email be listed accurately in the profile on our website. Next Monday, October 8, you will receive a TEST message distributed by our emergency notification system. If you do not receive it, please call Jane Thompson in our Technology Department at 410-825-4266 x189.

Along with safety and security, we continued our initiative on inclusivity during our recent faculty in-service days. We hosted Jen Cort, a nationally known expert on diversity and inclusivity. It is imperative that our faculty and students be aware that Calvert Hall must be a place of inclusivity where all are welcome. Our world is becoming more diverse and our students need to know how to appreciate, value, and excel in this world. While we may not be able to control the culture in society, we can create culture in our community. We must form young men who are caring, supportive people who think critically. During the last two weeks, we have talked to the students, via administrative presentations and through Peer Ed, about who we are as a community, our expectations of their behavior in that community, and some of our hopes for them as we form men of intellect, men of faith, and men of integrity. Racial epithets, slurs based on orientation, and divisive dialogue among any and all groups of students must be met with significant consequences including suspension and expulsion. An inclusive community must be committed to standing for and doing what is right.

Additionally, we must also be a community that is willing to create space and let students have conversation and dialogue about what goes on in the world. It is not enough to tell students what we will accept, but we also must be willing to encourage thoughts, ideas, and dialogue in an open and respectful way. This is not always easy in our present-day environment when conversations are often polarizing, but we owe this to our students in our desire to create an educated population who will become leaders in our community.

As always, I thank you for your support and know that we are here to work with you in educating your son. I am sure I will see you around campus at many of our October activities.

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal

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Junior Ring 2018
9/28/2018

Dear Junior Parents/Guardians,

It is a pleasure to invite you to the Junior Ring Ceremony for the Class of 2020. The Ring Ceremony will be held on Monday, October 15th at 7:00 p.m. in the McManus Theatre. Family members and friends of students receiving a ring are welcome to attend the ceremony. Tickets are not required.

In the context of a prayer service, students will receive their Calvert Hall School Ring, a symbol of their new status as upperclassmen. The keynote addresses will focus on the importance and responsibility of the ring. The ceremony will be followed by refreshments in the Dining Hall and will last approximately an hour and a half. If a student is using the ring of a family member for the ceremony, please contact us via email as soon as possible.

Since this is a formal ceremony, students should dress according to school dress code – coat & tie, dress shoes, socks, shirt, and pants. Please also remind your son to be well-groomed for the evening. Students are asked to report to the gym by 6:30 p.m.

Finally, for your information, the Junior Ring Dance will be held on Friday October, 19th in the Dining Hall from 8:00-11:00 p.m. Tickets are $45 per couple. The dance is semi-formal (tuxedos are not permitted).

Students received additional information in homeroom this morning about both events. However, if you have any questions, please feel free to call the Student Affairs Office at 410-825-4266 X185.

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Capstone Process-McMullen Newsletter
9/18/2018

Capstone Process
The McMullen Scholars represent the most academically talented students that Calvert Hall has to offer, but what makes the program unique is that their talents are not confined to the classroom. A central part of being a McMullen is the McMullen Capstone Experience. This part of the curriculum, which begins in Junior year, challenges students to investigate an original research topic and develop a significant scholarly paper to defend their ideas. The McMullen faculty team advises students along the way, ensuring that they take the steps necessary to ensure a superb final product. An essential component of the research process is selecting an outside mentor who will act as an advisor and resource for the student. The expert allows the student to get a sense of most up-to-date information and practices in the field. The vast resources at Scholars’ disposal ensures that the project stands as the crowning achievement of the students’ Calvert Hall careers.

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Fall 2018 Mr. Mis Letter
9/18/2018
Dear Alumni, Friends, and Benefactors,

In this second issue of the McMullen Newsletter, we are happy to share with you the stories of two outstanding young alumni of the McMullen Scholars Program. Michael Croteau (’06) and Michael Tritsch (’16) are engaged in rigorous academic pursuits beyond Calvert Hall. We are very proud of Croteau and Tritsch for their respective accomplishments in aerospace engineering and Egyptology, and we encourage the newest McMullen Scholars to emulate these inspiring role models. For gifted students to see the distinguished achievement of those who came before them is important for the development of their talents and our tradition.
In this second issue of the McMullen Newsletter, we are happy to share with you the stories of two outstanding young alumni of the McMullen Scholars Program. Michael Croteau (’06) and Michael Tritsch (’16) are engaged in rigorous academic pursuits beyond Calvert Hall. We are very proud of Croteau and Tritsch for their respective accomplishments in aerospace engineering and Egyptology, and we encourage the newest McMullen Scholars to emulate these inspiring role models. For gifted students to see the distinguished achievement of those who came before them is important for the development of their talents and our tradition.
It is a tradition that reaches an important milestone this academic year. As members of the Class of 2019, the seniors will make up the 30th graduating class in the history of the McMullen Scholars Program. They are working diligently on their Capstones and preparing their applications to excellent universities across the country.

Many thanks to Michael Croteau, Michael Tritsch, and all of you for creating this strong tradition.

Sincerely,

Louis Miserendino
Director, McMullen Scholars Program
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Michael Croteau-McMullen Newsletter
9/18/2018

Michael Croteau ‘06

Calvert Hall Days
It’s Academic
Newspaper
National Honor Society
Campus Ministry
Maryland Math League
Rugby (2 years as player, 2 years as manager)
Soccer (2 years as manager)
Basketball (1 year as manager)

McMullen Capstone Project- "For basically my whole life, I have been obsessed with aviation and space, but attempting an aerospace engineering-type project seemed a bit farfetched for me given what little technical knowledge I had at the time. Instead, I decided to do a thorough analysis of the airline industry, including its history and attempting to project forward it’s future. This came not that long after 9/11, which crippled the airline industry and had sent most major airlines into Chapter 11 bankruptcy. A major conclusion was that the future of the industry depended on a consolidation of the then many smaller carriers and expansion of low-cost carriers. Since then, we’ve seen numerous mergers (Continental and United, Delta and Northwest, American and US Airways, Alaska and Virgin America) and largescale growth of low-cost carriers Southwest, JetBlue, Spirit, and Frontier. The industry has also posted record profits over the past few years, after years of bleeding money."

Calvert Hall has had a pretty good history with getting students accepted to Notre Dame, especially from the McMullen program. The McMullen program’s reputation and legacy of the capstone project almost certainly helped distinguish me from other applicants.

“I think more than anything, the McMullen program provided me with a curriculum that expected excellence. The breadth and depth of classes that I was exposed to as a McMullen scholar helped prepare me for undergrad work at Notre Dame, but more so showed me that challenging work could also be rewarding work. The McMullen senior project was my first exposure to any significant research work, and through that project I first started developing some of the research skills that have become essential in my daily life as a scientist.”

Best thing about being in the McMullen Program- "I think the camaraderie stands out more than anything. I wouldn’t say I was great friends with everyone in the program, but there was a friendly spirit of competition with everyone that helped each of us push to do better than we might otherwise have. Pushing ourselves to succeed in honors subjects we might otherwise not have attempted really paid off come college. The close friends I did make from the program continue to be my friends today."

Advice to current students in the McMullen Program- “Challenge yourself. One thing I didn’t really learn about myself until towards the end of my time at CHC was that if I put in the work, I could be just as successful as anyone else in the program. Our valedictorian – one of my closest friends from CHC – was in a league of his own academically, but senior year I finally realized that while I might not quite get the same grades or test scores as him, if I worked hard enough I just might put some pressure on him.

Challenge yourself both academically and through extra curriculars. Over my four years at the Hall, every year I added a few more activities on top of increasingly tough classes. I don’t think it’s a coincidence that my best grades came later on, when I was the busiest.

Finally, set a goal and work for it. Sophomore or Junior year I met with my guidance counselor Mr. Kerr and told him I wanted to go to Notre Dame. He looked at my grades and PSAT scores and told me that I could do that, but I’d have to work pretty hard at it. That’s all I needed – I buckled down both in class and as I got ready for the SAT and ultimately did everything I needed to get into Notre Dame and more”.

McMullen field trips – Mike remembers going on quite a few trips, including to see the play Sweeney Todd and the movie The Da Vinci Code. The trips that stand out most were the yearly trips to The National Gallery of Art in DC and the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore. “I was never much of an art buff, but those trips helped me develop an appreciation of art and to this day I enjoy going to those and other galleries and museums”.

College Days-Mike graduated from University of Notre Dame with a BS Aerospace Engineering in 2010; a Masters of Education in Mathematics in 2012 from the Alliance for Catholic Education: Service Through Teaching program (ACE). He also earned a MS from University of Colorado Boulder in Aerospace Engineering Sciences in 2014. Mike is a PhD Candidate in Aerospace Engineering Sciences Defense: Fall 2018 from the University of Colorado. His thesis is A Daily-Updated GRACE Water Storage Estimate for Improving Hydrology Models and Forecasting.

“After undergrad, I spent two years as a teacher as part of Notre Dame’s Alliance for Catholic Education program (ACE) while earning a Master of Education degree. ACE placed me at a co-ed Catholic high school about 2/3 the size of Calvert Hall in east Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I taught most levels of Math as well as freshmen Physical Science, and also was the Varsity Softball head coach and a Varsity Football assistant coach. I don’t think that I would trade those two years – those daily interactions with students and athletes and the intensive focus on both learning to teach and growing deeper in faith – for anything. . Despite all the difficult days and all the struggling students, the little victories and simple joys are what have stuck with me the most. From a tough subject finally clicking with the students to joking with students in the halls to seeing athletes put it all together and fight for their school and teammates, those two years taught me so much about living a life of compassion, faith, and love. The friends I made in the ACE program (who took classes with me over two summers at Notre Dame before also being assigned to Catholic schools around the country) and at my school continue to be some of my closest and most faith-filled friends.”

At Notre Dame, Mike was involved with Teamwork for Tomorrow (tutoring & big brother program for South Bend youth), AIAA – American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Intramural Sports (Baseball, Flag Football, Ultimate, Softball, Soccer, Volleyball) and Campus Ministry. He did Undergraduate Research in Flow Physics and Control Lab.

Mike has had several internships including Geodesy Intern, SGT Inc., NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD (summers 2013-2016) as well as Infra Engineering Intern, GE Aviation, Evendale, OH (summer 2009).

His current academic work- Mike is currently in the final few months pursuing a PhD in aerospace engineering sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. For the past 2+ years, he has been a NASA Earth and Space Sciences Fellow, and to work in close collaboration with NASA scientists at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. From a coursework standpoint, Mike has become an expert in Astrodynamics, Satellite Navigation, Orbits, Estimation Theory, and Geodesy (the study of Earth’s shape and composition). “My research in many ways combines these topics, and I am currently studying Earth’s time-variable gravity field using data from a set of NASA satellites. While from high school physics we might think of gravity as being a single value (9.81 meters per second squared!), in reality gravity has subtle variations both around the globe and over time. Since gravity is really just the effect of bodies of mass interacting with one another, if we think about the Earth’s non-uniform surface we can start to picture how gravity is also non-uniform. Consider the Greenland Ice Sheet, a multiple-mile thick sheet of ice sitting on top of the continent: that block of ice is itself a large mass, which means it creates a local gravitational “high” relative to the surrounding area. Using NASA satellites, we are able to map out these local variations in the gravity field and also track how these variations change over time. For example, if Greenland’s gravity signature slowly weakens over time, we can attribute this to the ice sheet melting into the oceans and directly measure how much ice melts. In other words, we can weigh continents from space! I am specifically looking at how we can take these measurements and improve our knowledge of changes in gravity over time, and in doing so better inform drought and flood forecasting and monitoring tools”.

Future Plans-Mike is currently pursuing a number of opportunities to continue his research, though nothing has been finalized yet. He would like to join either a NASA or university research center to continue my work in satellite geodesy and earth science. "Ask me again in a few months!"

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Michael Tritsch-McMullen Newsletter
9/18/2018
McMullen Scholars graduate Michael Tritsch ’16 was recognized recently for his work in Egyptology at Johns Hopkins University. His work centers on investigating the purpose and characteristics of historical artifacts based on their inscriptions and chemical composition. His career in this field began with his McMullen Capstone Project, in which he worked with Johns Hopkins Near-Eastern Studies Professor Betsy Bryan to conduct original research into an ornamental bead from King Tutankhamun’s reign. His work for the Capstone Project led him to continue his interest as a student at Hopkins, where he is double-majoring in Archaeology and Near-Eastern Studies. Dr. Bryan is among the leading experts in the field, and her mentorship helped lead Tritsch to develop an extensive thesis-level paper. He notes that “Working on this project confirmed in my mind that Egyptology is what I want to pursue as a career, reinforced the importance of initiative, and increased my confidence in being able to handle a major research project”. Tritsch presented his Capstone paper at the Society for American Archaeology’s Annual Conference in April alongside peers in the field. He notes that the guidance of the McMullen faculty allowed him to develop his interests and hone his academic talents to prepare to succeed in college.
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Davis '96 Named Coach of the Week
9/13/2018
Football coach Donald Davis ‘96 has been named High School Coach of the Week by the Baltimore Touchdown Club and the Baltimore Ravens after ending Wise High School’s 43 game win streak. The Cardinals are now 3-0 on the season.
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National Merit Commended Scholars
9/13/2018
Five Calvert Hall students have been named National Merit Commended Scholars.
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Junior Captures 1st Place at Prestigious Tournament
9/11/2018
Michael Kosmas '20 captured 1st place honors in Dramatic Interpretation at the National Speech and Debate Season Opener hosted by University of Kentucky. The tournament was held September 7-10, 2018. Kosmas defeated 10 other individuals from around the country.
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A Message from the President - September 2018
9/7/2018

Dear Parents,

Welcome to the 2018-2019 school year! It is with great excitement and enthusiasm that we begin another academic year. Please know we are here to provide your son the best possible experience, and that we care about your son and value the gifts and talents he brings to our community.

I wanted to share with you some of the faculty in-service that was competed prior to orientation. While, in some ways, it is an odd topic with which to begin our first newsletter of the year, we want you to know that safety and security are a top priority for us. Obviously, we have a crisis plan in place that is practiced with the students and faculty several times a year. Each year, we tweak it to reflect “best practices.” One of our faculty in-service days was dedicated to ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate) training for all faculty and staff. Many regard ALICE training as the new gold standard in security protocol. Our Dean of Students, Kris Mitchell, spent several days last spring becoming an ALICE-certified instructor. He conducted a training session during our in-service. Additionally, each faculty member will complete an ALICE training during the next two months which, when completed, will make Calvert Hall an ALICE certified school.

We also had a member of the Archdiocese Youth and Child Protection team review protocols for protecting young people. Each faculty member will now complete a training, sponsored through the Archdiocese, to further educate themselves on child protection. Finally, one in-service session was dedicated to the new national program called “Stop the Bleed.” Trauma surgeons and nurses taught our faculty tourniquet and wound care.

All of this is in addition to the many security protocols that are already in place. For new parents, we have an off-duty Baltimore County police officer, who is armed, on campus. You likely see him in the morning at the main entrance and walking the campus later in the day. Also, we ask all visitors to check-in at the main office. When signing-in, your driver’s license will be run through the child sex offender registry, and then a nametag will be printed so you are identified as a visitor on campus. If you have any questions about campus security, please feel free to call me.

Again, I apologize that this is the subject of our first Monday Minute letter, but the safety and security of your son is of paramount importance.

Welcome back! If there is anything I can do to help make this a better year, please let me know. See you soon!

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal

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Calvert Hall Welcomes 11 New Faculty & Staff Members
9/4/2018
These newest additions to The Hall bring a wealth of experience and knowledge.
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August

Delivering An Experience
8/28/2018

Back in the early 80’s, brothers Larry ’82 & Brian ’83 Leonardi would shower after the Saturday afternoon football game at CHC (usually a win) then forego the post-game parties for something they enjoyed a lot more: they went to work at their uncle’s restaurant in Little Italy, Velleggia’s. A few decades later, the restaurant business is still in their blood. They opened Ristorante Firenze (EatFirenze.com) in Reisterstown in 2015, continuing a life-long tradition of great food and service.

Firenze is a family affair. Larry’s son Zach is the head chef, and his wife Kelly hand-makes some of their most popular items, like the Tiramisu, Lemon Bars, or the 5 flavors of ‘Cello. Larry & Brian’s father, Sonny ’58, can be found there often, especially when something needs to be fixed!
Firenze’s cuisine is modeled after the classic meals served in Little Italy in those early days. The restaurant’s chefs make all their pasta in-house, offering a menu that Zach calls “fresh, authentic Italian with some of our family’s flair added to it.” The red sauce is Sonny’s long-kept secret recipe, passed down and perfected for generations.

Of course, you can’t have Italian food without some Vino. The 100+ bottle wine list focuses on the classics from California and Italy. Brian taste-tests candidates on a weekly basis, and hand-selects every wine based on taste and value.

The upscale-casual vibe of Firenze lends itself to a comfortable, yet elevated, Italian dining experience. The bar is next to a fireplace outfitted with leather chairs just right for sinking into. Photos of Italy and Leonardi family mementos line the walls to add to the cozy feel. One such memento is a framed wine list featuring make-us-nostalgic $3 bottles. “My dad bartended at Velleggia’s,” Larry says. “It’s a little bit of family history.” The private dining area, suitable for groups of 25, features walls decked with authentic Venetian masks, while an intricate, glass-blown chandelier from Murano hangs above.

Filling the seats of a new restaurant involves formulating an appealing offering and communicating that as widely as possible. Delivering an exceptional dining experience (food, beverage, service, atmosphere) keeps people coming back. More than anything, word of mouth recommendations from satisfied diners is the key to growth.

New for 2018 is the Peroni Beer Garden, an outdoor space open on weekends (weather permitting) and for special events. The atmosphere is very laid back, with picnic tables, fire pits, and acoustic bands on the pallet-wood stage. The Peroni Beer Garden will be host to a fundraiser for the new Veterans Memorial at Calvert Hall on Sunday September 16^th. Click here for more information.

The values learned at Calvert Hall, either on the football field or in the classroom, translate well to the hospitality business: work hard, treat others well, take pride in service. “Community” takes many forms, and the CHC community and the Little Italy community both form the basis of the Leonardi brother’s approach. The Leonardi’s invite everyone from Calvert Hall to visit Firenze’s at 2 Hanover Rd in Reisterstown. Be sure to ask for Larry or Brian, they are usually there, and they always love to see Calvert Hall family members!

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Five Students Attend Scroll Summer Institute
8/11/2018

Ryan Callahan ‘19, Tariq Zachary ‘20, Jimmy Bauer ‘19, Phil Key ‘19 and Michael Hershey ‘19 attended Scroll: The Wabash Institute of Theology for Youth at Wabash College in Indiana this summer.

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Find Your Purpose
8/3/2018

Were you able to get out of bed unassisted this morning? Where you able to make and eat breakfast? Did you get into a car and drive to work? Have you ever stopped to think what would it be like if you suddenly lost all control over your body and had to be assisted in all of these everyday activities?

Honestly, I can say that I didn’t spend too much time thinking about it, unless I was complaining about it but that changed once I started working for a local nonprofit, called Athletes Serving Athletes. ASA specializes in helping physically and mentally disabled Athletes participate in mainstream running events. ASA is an amazing organization that serves all of their Athletes through their WingMan Program. The WingMan program provides ASA Athletes with a running jogger, a team full of WingMen, and a race that the whole team must finish together.

Having served as a WingMan and getting to know most of the WingMan volunteers, we almost all agree, that the program is design to give its Athletes the feel of what it is like to participate and be a part of a team. It’s often the WingMan who feel like they benefit the most from the experience.

My time working for ASA has come to an end, but my work in the nonprofits sector will continue at Calvert Hall. I recently accepted a position in the Advancement Office. I’m extremely excited to work for another organization that puts the people that it serves first.
I have really enjoyed working for nonprofits because I get to see the direct impact of my work. Nonprofits have created relationships and opened many doors for me. My experience with them has started to come full circle by returning to Calvert Hall. I am blessed to have the opportunity to come back home and provide others with a similar experience.

Being able to see the significance of my work through the Athletes of ASA, to the students of Calvert Hall, gives me the motivation to not just do my job well but to live life well. I encourage everyone to get involved with a local nonprofit. I can promise you that the sense of accomplishment you will get from helping others, is unlike anything else. Not only will you benefit others, but you will benefit as well.

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July

CHC Named Best Baltimore High School
7/27/2018
Calvert Hall was recognized by The Daily Record as the Top Winner in the Best Private High School category on July 26, 2018 during their annual recognition ceremony at The Assembly Room.
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Habitat for Humanity Service Work
7/26/2018
Calvert Hall students devoted a week of their summer vacation to build houses for Habitat for Humanity alongside students from Notre Dame Preparatory and Maryvale.
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Rising Juniors Participate in High-Li
7/17/2018
Justin Morgan '20 and Michael Fascetta '20 recently completed the eight-day Archdiocese of Baltimore High School Leadership Institute (High-Li). High-Li graduates are able to articulate his/her faith story and lead others to encounter Christ.
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Catholic Review Graduation Profile
7/6/2018
Matt Kearney '18 is featured on the cover of this month's issue of The Catholic Review.

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Accolades Pour in for the MIAA Champs
7/5/2018
Jacob Kelly '18 and Bryan Kelly '87 are the 2018 The Baltimore Sun All-Metro Player and Coach of the Year. Jacob Kelly along with Grant Mitchell '19 and George Walsh '18 were named to the All-Metro 1st Team while Cole Herbert '20 and Garrett Zungailia '18 were named to the All-Metro 2nd Team.
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June

Adding Value in a Virtual World
6/21/2018

Since 1998, with wisdom, trust and guidance, we have led clients through many life stages, while navigating various market conditions. In January 2011, my wife Sharon and I founded Shariden Consulting & Wealth Management, LLC with a passion to provide an independent, informative, and educational experience to our clients. Here are my thoughts on how to add value in a virtual world.

Communication is Key
If you are in the business of providing ongoing knowledge and advice, it is imperative you embrace and leverage technology to differentiate yourself and provide superior service, while becoming a leader in your industry.

Multiple Types of Communication across Various Platforms
There are many forms of electronic communication and every client has a preference. Some would rather take in messages visually, some audibly and some would rather read. This is why using podcasts, videos, blogs, and email together systematically is imperative. You need to be where your clients are so they can choose their preferred platform. An email might be sent and it not get opened, but the same message could pop up on their LinkedIn feed and be consumed there.

Living in an On-Demand World
Clients want to be able to view/listen to this information at their convenience. Clients are busy and it is difficult for them attend in-person seminars or webinars at specific times. Pre-recorded educational segments reach more people because they can be attended on their own schedules.

Digital Communication is Efficient
Financial advice is on-going and ever-changing, so it is crucial to have an efficient process to bring timely information to our planning relationships. We are taking information that is constantly repeated to our clients and turning it into virtual advice. This allows us to spend more time on what is important to our client’s individual situation during our face to face appointments.

One concept can be clearly explained and disseminated to every client at once. We created a process that starts with a 90 second video on what the topic is and why it is important to gain a deeper understanding. Next we go in depth on that topic by recording a podcast. The podcast gives our clients (and prospects) the opportunity to hear us discuss the topic. Lastly, if an action must be taken, we will guide them through the process using a pre-recorded WebEx, showing the recommended steps.

Increased Visibility
In a business built on referrals, clients must be able to clearly articulate your value. When value is added, a client is more likely to refer others. Using various forms of digital communication, it is easy for them to share your content on social media platforms or by forwarding an email. A prospective client gets a peek into our practice by putting eyes on us, observing our voices and mannerisms, while taking in our message and advice. This is more effective than handing out a business card or referencing a website.

Using social media, podcasts and video content allows us to consistently be in front of our clients and our community. It obviously worked on Mr Baker. When we thanked him for asking us to write this blog, he said “How could I not think of you? You’re constantly on my LinkedIn feed, telling me to Be More Healthy, Wealthy and Wise!”

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UAV Team Soars Above the Competition
6/19/2018

The CHC Aerocards participated in the 2018 Student Unmanned Aerial Systems Competition June 13-16, 2018. CHC placed 16^th overall 12^th in competition mission, and 2^nd in the payload delivery challenge! Calvert Hall defeated high profile teams from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Harvard University, Stanford University, St. Louis University, and the United States Naval Academy. A total of 69 teams competed – 35 domestic universities, 31 international universities, and 3 high school teams.

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May

Class of 2018 Awards Ceremony
5/29/2018
Members of the Class of 2018 were presented with various scholarships from local and national organizations.
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Community Service Requirement Information
5/23/2018

As a rising junior, your son will be expected to complete a 24 hour community service internship during his junior year. A few days ago, the students were presented with an overview of the expectations of this program/commitment as well as the kinds of service opportunities the Calvert Hall and the Religion Department considers valid forms of service for this academic requirement. For your convenience, we have attached the PowerPoint made to the students.

So that everyone can be on the same page, in general, students will be expected to complete their 24 hours with one program at one agency. Service should be "direct" service and serve a population in need/marginalized. Many of our students will volunteer at nursing homes, soup kitchens, PAL Centers, etc to name a few. A document containing pre-approved agencies and contact information that CHC has worked with in the past is posted OnCampus under the Resources Tile (Annoucements and Downloads)…I believe it is entitled "Approved Service Agencies 2017-2018".

There are two options students can chose to get started.

Option 1 – Students can begin/complete their hours over the coming summer break. If they would like to do this, the student needs to complete the attached google doc/proposal form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqrso1lTxBd8O283EkMC4pi7jWmhmrPrwph0owKSYGd5UBqQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

I/we will check and approve or deny proposals via this link until July 7^th. If a student does not submit a proposal by July 7th via this link, he will not be allowed to start/complete his hours over the summer.

If the student’s proposal is approved, I will email him (via his CHC Student email account) a service contract to be completed and returned back to me at Calvert Hall by July 20th. This 2 page document can be returned to me either via email OR by dropping the hard copy off to the Religion Office until June 8 and the Main Office after that during summer business hours. Once I receive the contract, I will email a pdf log sheet back to the student on which he can record his service hours. Please note: Service hours cannot be counted until the contract is submitted/dropped off/emailed to me at Calvert Hall.

Any summer service hours (partially or fully complete) must be submitted to me or the student's seminar teacher no later than September 14th. Once hours are completed (and signed off by the agency), we encourage the student to email or drop off the log sheet to the Main Office.

Option 2 – If the student does not want to begin hours over the summer, that is absolutely fine. However, he will need to get his proposal approved and obtain a service contract from his seminar teacher in September.

ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE A CONTRACT/PLACEMENT SET BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 5th.

ALL 24 HOURS MUST BE COMPLETED AND VERIFIED VIA A SIGNED LOG SHEET BY MARCH 29^TH, 2019.

If you have any questions, please ask your son to speak to his sophomore religion teacher, or he can come in and see me in the Religion office, or feel free to email Mr. Barczak at barczakc@calverthall.com.

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Jason Hasson Named Head Varsity Basketball Coach at Calvert Hall
5/22/2018
Calvert Hall College High School announced on May 22, 2018, the appointment of Jason Hasson as the varsity basketball head coach. Hasson most recently served for the past two seasons as the head coach at West Catholic Preparatory School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He will also teach in the Social Studies department.
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Back-to-Back MIAA Lax Champions
5/18/2018
Calvert Hall Lacrosse defeated Boys' Latin 8-6 in the MIAA Lacrosse Tournament. Calvert Hall is only the second team in the past ten years to win back-to-back championships.
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Beauty and the Beast at CHC
5/15/2018
Calvert Hall Theater ran another phenomenal musical this spring with Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
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Simple Living: Haiti Immersion Trip
5/15/2018
Calvert Hall Campus Minisitry continues its tradition of service with its most important international service opportunity.
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Summer Service: Fun in the Sun
5/15/2018
Campus Ministry offers many service opportunities including a Habitat for Humanity build in Virginia along with students from NDP.
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All Day Hall Day Giving Challenges
5/7/2018
Unlock this year's All Day Hall Day Power Hour Challenges and additional gifts being made in honor of our Christian Brothers, students, alumni, faculty and staff.
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A Message from the Principal - May 2018
5/3/2018

This month, we celebrate the Canonization of St. John Baptist De LaSalle. We pay tribute to a man, who, while young in age, founded the Christian Brothers and transformed education. He believed that a school must be a place where teachers were in relationship with their students. He believed that education was not only for the rich, but for all. He developed many of the educational practices (classroom teaching, instructing in the vernacular) that we use today. We are blessed to share in the mission and charism of the movement he started. We are honored to be the first Christian Brothers’ school in the United States. We are fortunate to have the presence of the Christian Brothers on the campus each day to influence the young men we serve.

Last week, we practiced our shelter in place lockdown and then practiced our reunification. It is important that we practice these drills so student are familiar with our plans and policies. As we are always wanting to get better, we are currently researching some additional security protocols. More information will be provided in the coming months…

Each spring, we interview faculty about the academic year and specifically ask, “What can we do better? How can Calvert Hall better serve our students.” During the summer, the administrative team meets to review their input, look for common themes, and then plan accordingly. We also ask the students for their input at various times during the year and at luncheons that we sponsor in Student Activities. We also appreciate feedback from parents. Junior and senior parents are invited to join us for “Pastry with the Principal” on Thursday, May 17 at 8:00 a.m. Freshmen and sophomore parents are invited to “Pizza with the Principal” on Thursday, May 24 from 5:15-6:45. Please email Lorraine Swab at swabl@calverthall.com if you are willing to attend.

Finally, we often say that Calvert Hall is an active, vibrant place where “there is always something going on” and there “is something for everyone.” There is no better example of this motto than when one looks at the calendar for the month of May. I am sure I will see you at one of the activities or functions this month. A partial list includes: the Activities Banquet, spring sports, the Senior and Junior Proms, the Performing Arts Banquet, the LaSalle Pot Luck Dinner, the Art Show, and the Spring Concert. Our parents, students, activity moderators, coaches, and faculty deserve enormous gratitude as it is their dedication that make this such an active place. Thanks!

Thank you for entrusting your sons to our care. May God continue to grant us His blessings.

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In Memoriam of Dick Edell
5/2/2018

It is with great sorrow that Calvert Hall shares with you news regarding the passing on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, of former Calvert Hall faculty member and lacrosse coach, Dick Edell.

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Awards Continue to Pour in for CHC's Commercial
5/1/2018
Alex Brune '20 created and edited this year's :30 second Turkey Bowl commercial. This talented sophomore's work was recently awarded Gold by the Hermes Creative Awards in the collegiate education category. The Hermes is an international Competition for creative professionals involved in the concept, writing and design of traditional materials, marketing and communication programs, and emerging technologies. Entries were submitted from corporate marketing and communication departments, advertising agencies, PR firms, graphic design shops, production companies, web and digital creators and freelancers.

Hermes Creative Awards is administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals. Click here to view the commercial.
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April

On The Horizon May & June 2018
4/26/2018
May 7
• AP Chemistry Exam
• AP Psychology Exam
• La Salle Program Pot Luck Dinner - Dining Hall (5:30p)

May 8
• AP Physics Exam
• AP Spanish Language Exam
• Parents' Club Appreciation Luncheon for Faculty/Staff

May 9
• AP English Literature and Composition Exam
• AP Physics II Exam
• Alumni Meeting - Brothers' Residence (6:30p)
• Incoming Freshmen Band Parent Meeting - LHN (7:30p)

May 10
• AP Environmental Exam
• AP US Government & Politics Exam
• Senior Theatre Showcase - Noppinger Commons (6:00p)

May 11
• La Salle Day - No Classes/ Offices Closed
• All Day Hall Day
• AP US History Exam

May 12
• Junior Prom - National Aquarium (7:30-11:00p)

May 13
• Happy Mother's Day!

May 14
• AP Biology Exam
• AP Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism) Exam
• AP Physics C (Mechanics) Exam

May 15
• La Salle Liturgy: Assembly Schedule
• Canonization of St. John Baptist de La Salle
• AP Calculus AB Exam
• AP Calculus BC Exam
• AP Computer Science Exam
• AP French Language Exam

May 16
• Spirit Shirt Day
• Wacky Wednesday
• AP English Language & Composition Exam
• AP Macroeconomics Exam

May 17
• AP Comparative Government
• AP Statistics Exam
• AP World History Exam
• Celebration of Service Immersion Dinner - Dining Hall (6:00p)

May 18
• Senior College Shirt Day
• AP European History Exam
• AP Human Geography Exam
• AP Microeconomics Exam
• Art Show - Art Studio (6:00p)
• Music Department Spring Concert - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

May 21
• Senior Exams
• Alumni Golf Tournament - Country Club of Maryland

May 22
• Senior Exams

May 23
• Senior Exams
• Parents' Club Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - Dining Hall (6:30p)

May 24
• Senior Exams
• F/S/JV Spring Sports Ceremony - McManus Thatre (7:00p)

May 25
• Senior Holiday

May 28
• Memorial Day - No Classes/Offices Closed

May 29
• Graduation Practice (8:25a)
• Graduation Usher Practice - Cathedral of Mary Our Queen (2:00-3:00p)
• Performing Arts Awards Banquet - Dining Hall (6:00p)

May 30
• Class of 2018 Alumni Breakfast Aux. Gym (7:45a)
• Graduation Practice (8:25a)

May 31
• Last Day of Classes for Underclassmen
• Graduation Practice - Cathedral of Mary Our Queen (10:00a)
• Varsity Spring Athletic Banquet - Dining Hall (6:00p)

June 1
• Underclass Exams
• Graduation Practice (8:25a)

June 2
• Graduation - Catherdral of Mary Our Queen (12:00n)

June 3
• Lucy's Tea in the Garden (12 noon-2 pm)

June 4
• Underclassmen Exams

June 5
• Underclassmen Exams

June 6
• Underclassmen Exams
• Band Parents' Meeting - LHN (7:30p)

June 7
• Grading Day
• Hershey Park Class Trip

June 8
• Faculty Office Hours (9:00a-1:00p)
• Last Day of School/Grade VerificationDay

June 11
• Summer Office Hours Begin (8:30a-3:00p)

June 25
• Summer School Begins

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Alumni Network Blog - Post 4
4/25/2018

Hot Dog Day. Not many articles start with words like that.

When I was a kid, I always opted for hot dogs when I attended baseball games. Each year Opening Day would mark the arrival of Spring (in my mind), and an Opening Day hot dog was somehow the first meal of Spring.

I’ve slowly built a team and business over the past 15 years, and we just celebrated our 7^th “Hot Dog Day” on the day the Orioles had their first away game (too many people play hooky from work on the home opener).

Business and teams are made up of people. And people like traditions, and the feeling of being a part of “something”. Hot Dog Day is one example of a tradition our team looks forward to and that is a regular part of our yearly calendar. One of my teammates wore hot dog socks. One teammate brought in her dachshund dressed in a hot dog costume (a hot dog wrapped in a hot dog costume). We’ve had condiment races in the parking lot. We’ve had Amazon-purchased costumes, as well as homemade ones. The point is, people embrace it and look forward to it.

I mention all of this because I firmly believe it’s events like Hot Dog Day that make our team successful. The business world can be tough. It can be stressful. It can even be ruthless. It’s important to remind ourselves to be ourselves and put our personal stamp and touch on things we do with our business partners and employees. I ate hot dogs on Opening Day, so we all now eat hot dogs on Opening Day, together!

Two grown men in hot dog costumes, in the lobby of a very successful business, is a bit absurd. The camaraderie generated, though, is not at all absurd. It’s actually invaluable.

My advice to any and all who are building teams or who have a team that needs to bond: find your Hot Dog Day.

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Head coach John Bauersfeld ‘94 leaving CHC for Pinecrest Academy (GA)
4/18/2018

Head men’s basketball coach and the 2017 LaSallian Educator of the Year, John Bauersfeld ‘94, is leaving Calvert Hall to teach and coach at Pinecrest Academy in Cumming, Georgia. He will also teach Social Studies and English at Pinecrest. Bauersfeld has been a member of the CHC faculty since 2007 and is currently the Social Studies department chair.

"I am very grateful for what Calvert Hall has given me over the past 11 years,” Bauersfeld shared. “On a professional level it is an incredible place to teach and coach. I have formed lifelong relationships with the young men that I have taught and coached as well as the faculty members and assistant coaches that I have worked with through the years. Calvert Hall gave me the opportunity to become a head coach in one of the top high school basketball leagues in the country and they supported me from day one. My decision to take the job at Pinecrest Academy in Cumming, GA was not an easy one to make but I feel that it is the right decision for me, my wife, Jillian, and our three boys. I would like to thank the entire Calvert Hall family for an incredible 11 years."

Bauersfeld was the head coach of the Cardinals from 2007 – 2018. He coached Calvert Hall to two Baltimore Catholic League (BCL) regular season championships, two BCL tournament titles, and one MIAA league title. He won 209 games during his 11-year stint and was name the BCL Coach of the Year four times.

President Brother John Kane FSC shared, “It is a bittersweet day for Calvert Hall. John is a valued coach and faculty member. He has had great success as both a teacher and a coach. He is a great representative of The Hall and mentor to our basketball players. We recognize the opportunity for him and his family in this new venture. We wish him all the best.”
Bauersfeld produced nine Division I players and one NBA player – Damion Lee ‘10. In total, he saw 27 of his student-athletes continue their careers at the DI, DII, and DIII levels.

“The athletic department appreciates all that John has contributed to Calvert Hall during his tenure with us,” CHC Athletic Director Lou Eckerl said. “In addition to his success on the court, JB was an exemplary role model for our students. His passion, discipline, and direction made him an ideal coach for us. His care and concern for his players on and off the court will definitely be missed.”

A search for Bauersfeld’s successor will begin immediately.

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April - National Stress Awareness Month
4/17/2018

Feeling stressed? You’re not alone. A 2013 survey by the APA found that stress is extremely common among teenagers. Teenagers who responded to the survey report they’re experiencing what they think are unhealthy levels of stress, especially during the school year.

In fact, school is the top source of stress for teens. Getting into a good college or deciding what to do after high school is the second-biggest source of tension.

The mind and body are closely connected, and stress can affect the body from head to toe. And in fact, the survey found teens experience both emotional and physical symptoms of stress. Common symptoms include feeling nervous or anxious, feeling tired, procrastinating or neglecting responsibilities, feeling overwhelmed, having negative thoughts and experiencing changes in sleeping habits. Problems with concentrating and changes in eating habits (eating too much or too little) are also linked to stress.

It’s normal to have some stress in life. But if stress persists at high levels for a long time, it can have lasting negative effects on health. Chronic (long-term) stress can cause anxiety, high blood pressure and a weakened immune system, and can contribute to diseases such as depression, obesity and heart disease.

Everyone is affected by stress at one time or another, and it can feel overwhelming. With the right tools, though, you can learn to manage stress before it takes a toll on your health. Managing daily stress can also lead to a more overall positive outlook on your life and well-being.

Move your body.
Physical activity is one of the most effective stress busters. That doesn’t mean you have to go for a jog if you hate running. Find activities you enjoy and build them into your routine such as yoga, hiking, biking, skateboarding or walking. The best types of physical activities are those that have a social component. Whether you’re into team sports, or prefer kayaking or rollerblading with a friend or two, you’re more likely to have fun — and keep at it — if you’re being active with friends.

Get enough shut-eye.
Between homework, activities and hanging with friends, it can be hard to get enough sleep, especially during the school week. Ideally, adolescents should get nine hours a night. Most teens, though, are getting less. According to APA’s Stress in America Survey, teens say they sleep an average of just 7.4 hours on a school night. That’s unfortunate, since sleep is key for both physical and emotional well-being. To maximize your chance of sleeping soundly, cut back on watching TV or engaging in a lot of screen time in the late evening hours. Don’t drink caffeine late in the day and try not to do stimulating activities too close to bedtime.

Strike a balance.
School is important, but it’s not everything. When you plan your week, schedule time to get schoolwork done, but also schedule time to have fun. When it’s time to enjoy yourself, try not to worry about school or homework. Focus on having fun.

Enjoy yourself.
Besides physical activities, find other hobbies or activities that bring you joy. That might be listening to music, going to the movies or drawing. Make a point to keep doing these things even when you’re stressed and busy.

Let yourself shine.
Spend some time really thinking about the things you’re good at, and find ways to do more of those things. If you’re a math ace, you might tutor a younger neighbor who’s having trouble with the subject. If you are a spiritual person, you might volunteer at your church. If you’re artistic, take a photography class. Focusing on your strengths will help you keep your stresses in perspective.

Talk through it.
It’s so much easier to manage stress when you let others lend a hand. Talk to a parent, teacher or other trusted adult. They may be able to help you find new ways to manage stress. Or they may help put you in touch with a psychologist who is trained in helping people make healthy choices and manage stress.

Thanks to psychologists David J. Palmiter, PhD, and Dawn Wilson, PhD, who assisted with this article.

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2018 Red "C" Challenge Winners Announced
4/13/2018

The 6th Annual Red "C" Challenge Awards Ceremony took place on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 honoring CHC students who participated in a series of challenges and competitions similar to "Shark Tank". Congratulations to this year's winners of Andrew Sontag '19, Matthew Minogue '19, Michael Fenlon '19, and Francis Antonyraj '19.

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Archdiocese Recognizes Three CHC Scholars
4/12/2018
Spencer Peltz ‘18, Dominic Escobol ‘18, and Brendan Lee ‘18. were honored at the 26th Archdiocesan Distinctive Scholars Recognition for their hard work and dedication in the classroom.
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Three Student-Athletes Ink NLIs
4/11/2018
These Hallmen have committed to take their academic and athletic talents to the next level.
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Calvert Hall College High School Announces New Artificial Field Initiative
4/10/2018
In the coming weeks, Calvert Hall College High School will break ground on a new 142,000 square foot artificial field which will feature two full playing fields. These new fields will be constructed in between Paul Angelo Russo Stadium and Carlo Crispino Stadium alongside Putty Hill Avenue. The existing grass fields have been in use since the school moved to its current Towson location in 1960 and is riddled with an uneven playing surface, potholes, and muddy areas.
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March

Thursday's Assembly Presentations
3/29/2018

Mask You Live In Presentation: Having integrity means "being whole", and strong to see ourselves as a "whole person." But advertising, TV, movies, music, and cultural messages don't always represent manhood with integrity. Freshmen and Sophomores will watch segments of the film, "The Mask You Live In" and hear Dr. Patrick Brugh, professor at Loyola University Maryland, present on issues of manhood, masculinity, and being men of integrity. Questions may be directed to Mrs. Almeter at almetere@calverthall.com .

OneLove Presentation: Juniors and seniors will participate in the OneLove Escalation Workshop sponsored by the OneLove Foundation, which was established in the memory of Baltimore native, Yeardley Love. The Escalation Workshop is a film-based discussion on relationship abuse. The workshop consists of a film, Escalation, followed by a guided discussion in small group led by a trained faculty member. If you have any questions about the assembly, please email Ms. Tracey at traceym@calverthall.com.

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2018-2019 Student Body President Announced
3/28/2018
The student body has spoken. The Student Body President for the 2018-2019 academic year will be Erik Elbers '19. Erik is a Peer Educator and is a member of the Class of 2019 Leadership Cohort. He is involved in the Model UN Club, It's Academic Team, Outdoor Club, Theatre Department and Varsity Rugby team. He is a homeroom representative and served as the Sophomore Class President.
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A Message from the Principal - April 2018
3/27/2018

Dear Parents,

Our late March snow storm has made the warmer weather and the blooming of flowers all the more enjoyable as we begin the month of April.

Along with the day-to-day operations of the school, I hope our activities and efforts always reflect our values. I couldn’t help but reflect on the important value of “family” when we welcomed more than six hundred grandparents to campus last month. As grandparents have become a more important factor in the raising and development of young people, it was a great honor to welcome them to campus. In some small way, I hope that day is a reflection to our students of the important role that family plays in their life and in society. Our spring break immersion trips also returned from Haiti and Miami last week. Hopefully, our commitment to service becomes a life-long value for our graduates. Developing students to be responsible citizens who care about others is an important part of our mission.

Last month, we noted in the Monday Minute some of our efforts regarding safety and security. Your son’s safety is of paramount importance for us. We will be having another lockdown drill this month. This one will be a shelter in place followed by an evacuation. Know that we are always in constant thought about how to provide a safe environment for our students.

Finally, we will sponsor Academic Olympics on Saturday, April 14 for current 7^th graders. It is a reminder that the admissions process never stops. We have a very strong incoming freshmen class. We know that “word of mouth” is our strongest advertisement. Please do not hesitate as you talk to prospective middle school students to spread the good news of what goes on each day at Calvert Hall.

I hope to see you at many of the activities around campus this month.

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal
@principalchc (Twitter)
@chuckstembler (Instagram)

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On The Horizon April & May 2018
3/26/2018
April 9
• Classes Resume
• Day #6

April 10
• Incoming Freshman Woodwind Auditions - Band Room (6:00p)

April 11
• Spring Senior Athlete Recognition Ceremony - Activities Center (3:00p)
• ACT Class (6:00p)
• Incoming Freshman Percussion Auditions/Jazz Only - Band Room (6:00p)
• Alumni Meeting - Brother' Residence (6:30p)

April 12
• Assembly: Late Arrival Schedule
• Sophomore Class Ring Deposit Collection - Dining Hall (7:30-1:00)
• Incoming Freshman Brass Auditions - Band Auditions - Band Room (6:00p)

April 13
• Spring Musical Preview: Students Meet in the Theater for Homeroom
• Re-Enrollment Deadline - Class of 2019-2021
• Spring Musical - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

April 14
• ACTs at Calvert Hall (8:00a)
• Academic Olympics (8:30a)
• Service Morning: Beans and Bread
• Spring Musical - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

April 15
• Spring Musical - McManus Theatre (2:00p)

April 16
• Zeal Week

April 17
• Zeal Week
• Service Night: Sarah's Hope

April 18
• Zeal Week
• Spirit Shirt Day

April 19
• Zeal Week
• Zeal Week Pep Rally: Assembly Schedule
• Interim Grades Due From Faculty
• Last Day for Sports Jackets

April 20
• Magazine Drive Holiday-No Classes/Offices Closed
• Spring Musical - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

April 21
• Incoming Freshman - Foreign Language Testing (9:00a) & Math Testing (10:30a)
• Spring Musical - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

April 22
• Spring Musical -McManus Theatre (2:00p)

April 23
• Faculty In Service/No Classes

April 24
• Interim Grades Issued
• Sophomore Retreat #15
• Administrative Lunceon with Seniors
• Sophomore Class Ring Deposit Collection Make-Up Day- Dining Hall (7:30-9:00a)

April 25
• Jazz Showcase Concert (Jazz Ensembles) - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

April 26
• Lasallian Teacher Formation Meeting (8:00a)
• Senior Follies - Dining Hall (6:30p)

April 29
• Alumni Communion Mass/Breakfast (10:00a)

May 1
• Activities Ceremony - Dining Hall (6:30p)

May 4
• First Friday Mass - Chapel (7:45a)
• Percussion Ensemble Concert - Theater (6:00p)

May 5
• SATs at CHC (8:00a)
• Senior Prom - M & T Bank Stadium (8:00p-12:30a)

May 6
• Senior Post-Prom Celebration - Dave & Buster's (12:30-4:30a)

May 7
• AP Chemistry Exam
• AP Psychology Exam
• La Salle Program Pot Luck Dinner - Dining Hall (5:30p)

May 8
• AP Physics Exam
• AP Spanish Language Exam
• Parents' Club Appreciation Luncheon for Faculty/Staff

May 9
• AP English Literature and Composition Exam
• AP Physics II Exam
• Alumni Meeting - Brothers' Residence (6:30p)
• Incoming Freshmen Band Parent Meeting - LHN (7:30p)

May 10
• AP Environmental Exam
• AP US Government & Politics Exam
• Senior Theatre Showcase - Noppinger Commons (6:00p)

May 11
• La Salle Day - No Classes/ Offices Closed
• All Day Hall Day
• AP US History Exam

May 12
• Junior Prom - National Aquarium (7:30-11:00p)

May 13
• Happy Mother's Day!

May 14
• AP Biology Exam
• AP Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism) Exam
• AP Physics C (Mechanics) Exam

May 15
• La Salle Liturgy: Assembly Schedule
• Canonization of St. John Baptist de La Salle
• AP Calculus AB Exam
• AP Calculus BC Exam
• AP Computer Science Exam
• AP French Language Exam

May 16
• Spirit Shirt Day
• Wacky Wednesday
• AP English Language & Composition Exam
• AP Macroeconomics Exam

May 17
• AP Comparative Government
• AP Statistics Exam
• AP World History Exam
• Celebration of Service Immersion Dinner - Dining Hall (6:00p)

May 18
• Senior College Shirt Day
• AP European History Exam
• AP Human Geography Exam
• AP Microeconomics Exam
• Art Show - Art Studio (6:00p)
• Music Department Spring Concert - McManus Theatre (7:00p)

May 21
• Senior Exams
• Alumni Golf Tournament - Country Club of Maryland

May 22
• Senior Exams

May 23
• Senior Exams
• Parents' Club Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - Dining Hall (6:30p)

May 24
• Senior Exams
• F/S/JV Spring Sports Ceremony - McManus Thatre (7:00p)

May 25
• Senior Holiday

May 28
• Memorial Day - No Classes/Offices Closed

May 29
• Graduation Practice (8:25a)
• Graduation Usher Practice - Cathedral of Mary Our Queen (2:00-3:00p)
• Performing Arts Awards Banquet - Dining Hall (6:00p)

May 30
• Class of 2018 Alumni Breakfast Aux. Gym (7:45a)
• Graduation Practice (8:25a)

May 31
• Last Day of Classes for Underclassmen
• Graduation Practice - Cathedral of Mary Our Queen (10:00a)
• Varsity Spring Athletic Banquet - Dining Hall (6:00p)

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Four Qualify For Speech & Debate Nationals
3/25/2018
Four Calvert Hall students have qualified to compete at the National Speech and Debate Qualifiers June 17-22, 2018 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Rishi Biswas '19 and Michael Kosmas '20 have qualified for speech (Original Oratory and Oral Interpretation) while Daniel Christ '21 and Brendon Hermosa '21 (not featured in the photo) have qualified for debate.
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Calvert Hall Recognized as a Best Private High School in America
3/24/2018
The Hall has been recognized as one of the best private high schools in America as published in k12.niche.com. Thank you to our students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, volunteers, and administration for making Calvert Hall great!
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Alumni Network Blog - Post 3
3/23/2018

My wife and I have been living in Europe since October 2015 for an international work assignment. Timing worked out well enough that we were home visiting the family for Christmas and we were able to join the 10-year reunion at The Hall in December 2017. There were a lot of great stories and memories shared, and thought it would be nice to share my story with the greater alumni community.

After The Hall, I attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where I received an Undergraduate and Masters degree in Accounting. During my sophomore year (2009), I studied abroad for a semester in Australia, which sparked my interest in traveling and living abroad.

After college, I moved to Raleigh, North Carolina and worked for Deloitte & Touche as a CPA in the external audit practice. After three years with Deloitte, I found a new opportunity to join a company called ABB. I joined as part of the Global Trainee Program, which is an 18-month contract that gives the ‘trainee’ the opportunity to take two international assignments after working 6 months in the home country. The strategy is to build up the next level of management through exposure to the international markets and operations. ABB employs over 135,000 people and serves utility, industry, transport and infrastructure customers in roughly 100 countries.

My first assignment was from May to October 2015 in Raleigh, North Carolina. I spent a significant amount of time learning about ABB: the portfolio of businesses, services and product offerings, as well as and the complex organizational structure. My free time was spent preparing for our wedding and our first international assignment.

My wife and I got married in October 2015 and immediately moved to Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich is the location of ABB’s global headquarters, as well as a major travel hub in central Europe. As a result, my professional experience was accompanied by a wonderful opportunity for my wife and I to enrich our cultural exposure, utilizing the extensive railway systems to travel to Germany, France, Italy and Austria. We frequented many areas in the Swiss Alps, skiing and snowboarding pristine conditions, which were fully enhanced with the Swiss level of quality.

In April 2016, we moved to Bulgaria for our third and final assignment in one of ABB’s High Voltage Manufacturing facilities. In December 2016, I was promoted to Value Chain Manager and a member of the local management team, and we extended our contract to stay in Bulgaria through December 2018. This new role has given me the chance to work with a greater focus on Operations, which is a refreshing change from the previous Corporate Accounting and Finance roles.

We have been in Europe for two and a half years now, and have had the opportunity to travel through more than 25 countries. The exposure to different cultures and lifestyles has been an eye-opening experience. We are extremely grateful for this opportunity and are taking full advantage of our time. God’s beauty is everywhere; the perspective through which it is perceived differs.

I hope that sharing my story with the greater CHC alumni community will inspire other Hallmen to pursue an international opportunity, whether for work or pleasure.

I am proud to be an alumnus of Calvert Hall!

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Driving the Mission Home
3/18/2018
The Calvert Hall Mission Drive supports our fellow Lasallian school in Naka, Nigeria.
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Dunking on the Dragons
3/18/2018
Varsity Basketball had an important late season victory over the Glenelg Country School Dragons.
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Ending School Shootings: A Light for All
3/18/2018
Reflecting upon recent tragedies.
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In Memoriam: Br. Kevin Strong, FSC
3/18/2018
Remembering the life of Calvert Hall's first president: Br. Kevin Strong, FSC.
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Montana Immersion: The New Wave
3/18/2018
Students embarked on an immersion trip of service to the De La Salle School in Browning, Montana: the home of the Blackfeet Native Americans.
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President Trump: Year in Review
3/18/2018
President Trump's first year in office has been one wild ride since the start.
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Red C Challenge: Calling All Entrepreneurs
3/18/2018
A look into the annual Red C Challenge, Calvert Hall's entrepreneurial competition.
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Squashing the Competition
3/18/2018
The Varsity Squash team had the best season in the history of its existence at Calvert Hall.
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Throttling Our Freedom
3/18/2018
The appeal of Net Neutrality has consequences that many will not like.
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Underneath Our Noses: Slavery Today
3/18/2018
Poverty education week increased awareness on human trafficking around the world, our modern slavery.
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Foreign Language Honor Societies
3/16/2018
Calvert Hall had more than 200 students inducted into their respective foreign language honor society. We are very proud to recognize our students who have met national criteria for admittance into each honor society.
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Academic Champions
3/13/2018
The It's Academic Team swept the competition for a perfect 10-0 record and the title of 2018 Catholic Academic League Champions.
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Spring College Fair
3/5/2018
Representatives from fifteen Jesuit Colleges were on campus on Monday, March 5, 2018 to meet with our students during our mini college fair.
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A Message from the Principal - March 2018
3/4/2018

Dear Parents,

I know you join with our community in prayer for the folks at Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS in Parkland, Florida. At our Chief Administrators Conference last week, administrators from our newest Lasallian school in the district, St. John Paul II, which is only a few miles from Marjory Stoneman, talked of the support they have been giving their friends (and students of Majorie Stoneman) during this tragedy. It is so sad that we have to deal with this reality.

Please know that your son’s safety and security are at the forefront of our minds each day. Whether it be an off-duty Baltimore County police officer patrolling our campus daily, video cameras strategically placed around the campus, a background check system for all visitors, locked doors, faculty training in the event of a crisis, the Baltimore County SWAT team reviewing our crisis plan, and lockdown drills (both shelter in place and evacuation) for the students, we must have procedures in place to protect our community. Additionally, we must always be evaluating our plans and procedures. For example, last month, we added new security curtains at each classroom door. While the above is certainly not a complete list, please know that we have comprehensive plans in place for safety and security. Please never hesitate to call me if you have any concerns, questions, or suggestions. Although we strive to be an open and inviting place, we would be remiss if we did not make every effort to protect our community.

On a separate note, this is an excellent time to remind everyone to make sure we have accurate information for our emergency notification system.

You may have read about the student demonstrations, sponsored by the Women’s March, planned for March 14 to protest gun violence. Clearly, if you want your son to be a part of the movement in D.C., you can certainly write an absentee note and give him permission to miss school (just as a parent does anytime a student misses school). We are discussing with the Student Council what we can do in school on March 14 to be in solidarity with those students protesting gun violence, yet do it in a way that does not interrupt the order of our academic day. Allowing students to have voice and participating in an advocacy movement can be a powerful teaching moment.

On a brighter note, we have many activities on the March calendar (e.g. Senior 100 Nights tonight). I will see you at a number of them. Congratulations to our winter athletes on great seasons and good luck to our spring athletes!

As always, we value our partnership with you and your son. If there is anything we can do to support you or your son, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal

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Foreign Language Honor Societies
3/1/2018

Buenos días, Bonjour, Guten Tag and Salve!

Calvert Hall participates with the rest of the country in celebrating the study of foreign languages. Calvert Hall will celebrate Foreign Language Week March 12-16, 2018. We are very proud of our students who have met national criteria for admittance into each honor society, and we use this week to recognize their achievement.

Félicitations, Gratulieren, Felicidades, and Bonam Fortunam a todos!

The Cardenal Cisneros Chapter of La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica named Kyler Barnard as president and is proud to induct the following students:

First year inductees

Adofina, Vincent
Barwick, Sean
Basilio, Nicholas
Becker, Samuel
Burns, Braden
Butler, Camden
Brown, Michael
Callahan, Edward
Candia, Derrick
Cannon, Charles
Castaldi, Peter
Conroy, Christopher
Cook, William
Crowley, Michael
Damsgaard, William
Daniel, Matthew
Donovan, Taigh
Elliott, Jack
Forrest, Ryan
Frizzera, Zachary
Fronc, Nicholas
Garvey, Luke
Green, Michael
Guterres, Edward
Hague, Marco
Hall, Mason
Holehan, Jake
Johnson, Travis
Kihn, Joseph
Kilcoyne, Ryan
Knowles, Nathan
Kolb, Phoenix
Kreisel, Jarrett
Lau, Fuk Lam (Forbes)
Lewis, Kai
Link, Christopher
Minas, George
Mintzer, Justin
Mitchell, Connor
Mitchell, Grant
Mutschler, Gavin
O’Shea, Connor
Orozco, Joshua
Pifer, Chris
Podles, Thomas
Porter, Nathan
Portillo, Gerald
Pozecki, Casimir
Pusinski, Owen
Regulski, Dennis
Richard, Christopher
Rider, Bennett
Rowell, Aaron
Ryan, Daniel
Saski, Kainoa
Sheridan, Luke
Stembler, Charles
Stewart, Collin
Swartz, Ryan
Sydnor, Jhaden
Sumler, Keenan
Sullivan, Tyler
Vito, Gianni
Weis, Anthony
Wickwire, Charles

Second year inductees

Amaya, Daniel
Bailey, Bryce
Bi, Xingjian (Harry)
Burruss, Dylan
Ceresini, Dean
Christopher, Gavin
Conroy, David
Corona, Dominic
Cottone, Christopher
Ellis, Jonathan
Ewing, Harrison
Felix, Marquis
Fenlon, Michael
Gallatin, Samuel
Harris, Dominick
Jamal, Adam
Kaifer, Thomas
Klima, Jared
Landwehr, Parker
Lavezza, Anthony
Leppo, Ryan
Maria, Domenico
Minogue, Matthew
Nnadozie, Izunna
Ombati, Alvin
Phan, Justin
Quaerna, Beau
Scible, Aidan
Snyder, Jacob
Sontag, Andrew
Suehle, Michael
Sweigart, Brad
Tao, Matthew
Vermeulen, Ryan
Vielandi, Christopher
Villamar, Matthew
Volley, Christopher
Wells, Robert

Third year inductees

Barnard, Kyler
Cadogan, William
Campbell, Chance
Dutan, John
Escobal, Dominic
Guidera, Connor
Lee, Patrick
Liberto, Ryan
Lochte, William
Love, Christian
Lynch, Andrew
Mathai, Matthew
Saudek, Jake
Scarbrough, Andrew
Schiavone, Zachary
Simmons, Evan
Swam, Jackson

The Societé Honoraire de Français named Juan Torres as president and is proud to induct the following students:

First Year inductees

Bleacher, Jacob
Bold, Matthew
Conroy, Christopher
Cusik, Ciaran
Fenlon, Michael
Flock, Kevin
Kotchick, Graham
O’ Connor, Daniel
Portillo, Jimmy
Sand, Ryan
White, Christopher
Wolf, Braden
Zhao, Chenyuan

Second Year Inductees

Clark, Marcus
Duemmel, Grant
Jackson, Martini
Josh, Hubbard
Michael, Neal
Power Brady
Robel, Yacob

Third Year Inductees

Nattans, Spenser
Prescott, Ronald
Shresta, Nikesh
Torres, Nicholas

Fourth Year Inductees

Boorman, Alec

The Maryland Alpha Kappa chapter of Delta Epsilon Phi (German Honor Society) named Jacob Grueninger as president and is proud to induct the following students

Fist Year Inductees

Bayer, Reed
Cole, Isaac
Koster, Owen
Kotulak, Patrick
Lochte, Patrick
Moore, Peter
Pendergast, Patrick
Sabatino, Eric
Spencer, Joseph
Steele, Colin

Second Year Inductees

Bashore, Joshua
Ciampaglia, Cameron
Tancredi, Stephen

Third Year Inductees

Bass, Jacob
Grueninger, Jacob
Hawes, Hunter
Kelly, Stephen
Liska, Tobias
Nehila, Zachary
Pueschel, Alexander
Resler, William
Smith, John Paul
Sokoloff, Joseph
Stallings, Michael
Van Detta, Joseph

The Latin Honors Society, Latina Honoris Societas, named Adam Ruck as president and inducted the following students:

First Year Inductees

Adams, Michael
Agalabia, Gabriel
Burger, Matthew
Cardillo, Marc
Davidson, Gavin
DelleDonna, Anthony
Deyesu, Gregory
Dodson, Benjamin
Fenlon, Liam
Foley, Graham
Gaudreau, Finnian
Gonglewski, Matthew
Hitt, Christian
Johnson, Cole
Kemp, Brandon
Ketchen, Sean
Khan, Abdulsami
Koonz, Thomas
Maher, Timothy
Megger, Warren
Oakley, Douglas
Paszkiewicz, Connor
Rollison, Seth
Schneider, Matthew
Shield, Josh
Wagner, Andrew
Wilson, Graham

Second Year Inductees

Antonyraj, Francis
Archacki, Ben
Biswas, Rishi
Blanch, Andrew
Brodsky, Matthew
Downes, James
Garfink, James
Islam, Mohammad
McComas, Clay
Mirarchi, John
Pearce, Greyson
Valencia, Nathanael
Vido, Sam
Weir, Tim

Third Year Inductees

Antonyraj, Benedict
Bright, Caleb
Cooper, Mason
Flynn, Nathan
Gregory, Seth
Hennighausen, Chris
McCarthy, Ethan
Ruck, Adam

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National School Breakfast Week
3/1/2018

Breakfast helps high school students excel in both social and academic realms, so make sure your kids don't skip their morning meals. Weight loss and early schedules are no excuses for missing a quick, satisfying breakfast. Plain, old cereal and milk are considered superior sources for the protein, dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals that adolescents need every day. Eating a varied diet that includes fruit and other sources of vitamin C can also improve school attendance.

Better Social Skills
High school-age children thrive on social interaction, but the importance of this aspect of school is often overlooked in relation to enabling learning. Kids are best able to get along with each other and follow classroom protocols in the morning when they aren't hungry. A simple cereal-and-milk breakfast affects students' moods by raising their blood-sugar levels after a night of not eating. The Food Research and Action Center notes that teenagers who don't eat breakfast are more likely to have conflicts with other students and to be suspended from school.

Better Test Scores
Adequate blood sugar as well as breakfast's beneficial effects on neurotransmitters can improve teens' focus and recall. This translates into better scores on certain exams, such as math and reading. Moms can make a positive impact on their teenagers' academic performance by offering healthy protein and fiber sources such as eggs, cereal, yogurt and whole-grain breads at breakfast time.

Better Attendance
Kids have to stay in school to progress in life, and eating a healthy breakfast can help. A morning meal gets them out of bed and gives them the energy to get out the door. Add fruit to breakfasts daily for boosts of vitamin C that bolster teens' immune systems and result in shorter bouts of colds and flus. Raisin breads, fresh fruit cereal toppings and to-go packaged fruit cups are convenient sources of vitamin C. Fortified orange juice offers calcium and vitamin D in addition to more than a full day's supply of vitamin C.

Better Overall Health
Encouraging your teens to form a breakfast routine that emphasizes whole grains, low-fat dairy products and fruits can optimize their general and long-term health. These foods help adolescents get the protein, calcium, vitamins and minerals that their growing bodies and minds need. Perhaps the best thing that moms can do for their kids is to join them in eating nutritious breakfasts.. A 2005 study published in "Journal of the American Dietetic Association" reported that adolescents whose parents ate breakfast were more likely to do so themselves.

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February

On the Horizon March & April 2018
2/27/2018

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Alumni Network Blog - Post 2
2/12/2018

“Do the work. Out-work. Out-think. Out-sell your expectations. There are no shortcuts.” - Mark Cuban

There are many chapters in our lives and our careers can take us in many different directions. Knowledge, experience, teamwork, and preparation form the cornerstone characteristics we develop as we progress on our chosen career journeys.

Gaining knowledge in high school and college positions us for our future job opportunities. Internships are a common way for students to apply their knowledge and explore different career paths. Ben Franklin said “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” Internships also provide a tremendous opportunity for students to learn from others with an expertise in their respective fields. For instance, we have employed a different Loyola University student (Computer Science major) for the past five years who have collectively developed a Web-based database system that tracks in detail every key aspect of our projects throughout the entire life cycle. These students have been able to successfully obtain full-time software development jobs parlaying the real-world experience they gained with us as interns with their college degrees. In return, their software development work significantly improved our productivity and internal reporting.

The experience derived through summer jobs and internships also allows students to develop areas of interest that oftentimes parallel their college majors and inspire their areas of natural aptitude. Oliver Wendell Holmes said “a mind that is stretched by new experiences can never go back to its old dimensions.” When hiring staff, we seek out individuals with proven records adding value to their organizations –i.e., identifying candidates with a track record “creating verbs” in their previous jobs and activities rather than simply being “resume qualified”. For example, we want applicants who have “identified cost savings opportunities” or “created a more efficient process”, and other demonstrated real experiences they can clearly and concisely articulate in an interview.

Teamwork has always been a significant part of my career development, and it was solidified playing team sports at Calvert Hall. We learned how to work collectively to achieve our optimal potential as a team. These qualities have translated throughout my career in learning how to make a positive contribution to the organization. A characteristic of strong teams and organizations is that each contributor is valued for their role and contribution. One of my peers once wrote an evaluation of a new entry level employee at his first annual review that said “he works as if he has the most important job in the company”. Not surprisingly, that new employee rose quickly through the organization based on his work ethic and ability to add value to the organization.

Being willing to do the little things that are important to an organization (e.g., being willing to “mop the floor” before you become the manager) can oftentimes position you well for the next opportunity. In parallel, being patient and learning through cross-training in your career development provides a strong foundation for understanding the details of the entire operation. For instance, developing software for several different subsystems, being the system integration lead, and the system test lead positioned me well for the system architect assignment I had for large NASA computer systems earlier in my career.

Preparation is a critical element in our careers, and a characteristic that was emphasized throughout our Calvert Hall experience. We all had many outstanding teachers and coaches that taught us the proper way to prepare and execute our assignments. These teachers served as terrific role models and mentors for us. Steven Spielberg said “the delicate balance of mentoring someone is not creating them in your own image, but giving them the opportunity to create themselves.” Identifying strong, positive role models and mentors is important for each of us in our career development.

The Calvert Hall educational philosophy is based on Lasallian values with the objective of developing men of intellect, faith, and integrity. This educational foundation has provided all of us a pathway to our futures by preparing us for college, and has served us well in the disparate careers our fellow alumni have pursued. The Calvert Hall Alumni website provides an opportunity for graduates with an interest in becoming a mentor to current Calvert Hall students or provide internships and job opportunities to recent Calvert Hall graduates. If you have an interest in either of these areas, please sign-up through the website or contact the Advancement Department at Calvert Hall for more information.

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Twenty-Four Students Serve as Model UN Delegates
2/9/2018
Twenty-four students are serving as delegates at the Johns Hopkins Model United Nations Conference. They have each been assigned a different committee assignment ranging from The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) for DPR Korea to Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM) for Ethiopia. Click "Read More" for all of the assignments.
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Twelve Student-Athletes Ink NLIs
2/8/2018

These Hallmen have committed to take their academic and athletic talents to the next level.

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National Champions!
2/6/2018
Calvert Hall is the 2018 HEAD U.S. High School Boy’s National Division 7 Squash Champions! Their road to victory included a 4-3 quarterfinal victory over Lancaster Country Day School, a 4-3 semifinals victory of the Latin School of Chicago, followed by a 4-3 victory in the finals over crosstown rival, Loyola Blakefield.
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A Message from the Principal - February 2018
2/2/2018

Dear Parents,

As part of the high school experience, we want to make sure your son enjoys being at Calvert Hall. This should be a fun place! Very often, that comes by being involved in many of our extra-curricular activities. With thirty-nine athletic teams and more than fifty clubs, we have something for everyone. In the athletic arena, we have sports that are regionally and nationally recognized. We also have teams where students can “walk-on” with no prior experience. Our many clubs feature not only a variety of interests, but also intensity. We have clubs that meet every day and some that meet occasionally. In particular, as a Lasallian school, our service programs are of great importance. Please encourage your son to get involved in our athletics, activities, and service programs. If your son needs a “push or a nudge” getting involved, please feel free to call his Guidance Counselor or Marc Parisi.

Several months ago, I referenced “Gary’s Greetings” in the Southwest Magazine. Another one caught my eye on a recent trip. He noted that our schools and workplaces (Southwest, Calvert Hall, etc.) are the ultimate team sports. He said that a big part of being on a team is the way we interact with our teammates. He noted, “Whether it is the media, social media, or politics, there is a pervasive lack of civility in the world. We must live by the Golden Rule. Everyone must be treated with respect.” At Calvert Hall, we echo those sentiments. Whether it is our faculty-student relationships or how our students interact with each other, the Golden Rule must be the mantra. We must treat each other with respect. As I have previously noted in the Monday Minute, we have been working on the theme of inclusivity this year – how we create and further an inclusive community where all are welcome and valued. Next week, nationally known speaker Darrick Gay will join us to talk about “The Double-Edged Sword of Diversity.” A diverse population enriches our community, but can also bring challenges. Darrick will talk about the benefits of a community with ethnic, racial, geographic, socioeconomic, and interest/passion diversity, but also the challenges it brings.

As always, it is a pleasure to be with your sons each day. We value the presence of each one. If there is ever anything I can do, please do not hesitate to contact me. Have a great second semester!

Charles Stembler
Principal
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CHC Sophomore Wins an AVA
2/2/2018
Alex Brune '20 created and edited this year's :30 second Turkey Bowl commercial. This talented sophomore's work was recently awarded Honorable Mention by the AVA Digital Awards. The AVAs is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction, design and production of digital communication. Only 40% of videos submitted were recognized as winners. Click here to view the commercial.
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On the Horizon February & March 2018
2/2/2018

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CHC Student Gives Back
2/1/2018
Chris Link '20 returned to his grade school, St. Margaret School of Bel Air, during Catholic Schools Week to share his story and give thanks to Casey Cares. “Surviving cancer had an impact on my faith. God had a plan for me, and he still does.”
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January

It’s not too late to get the Flu Shot!
1/31/2018
The Flu season runs from October to May, with most cases happening from late December to early March. But the flu vaccine is usually offered from September until mid-November. Getting vaccinated before the flu season is in full force gives the body a chance to build up immunity to (protection from) the virus.

Even though it's best to get vaccinated as soon as the flu vaccine is available, getting the vaccine later can still be helpful. Even as late as January or February , there are still a few months left in the flu season, so it's still a good idea to get protected. Maryland is among 26 states now reporting high numbers of flu cases, according to federal health official
How do I know if I have the flu?
You may have the flu if you have some or all of these symptoms:
- fever*
- cough
- sore throat
- runny or stuffy nose
- body aches
- headache
- chills
- fatigue
sometimes diarrhea and vomiting* It’s important to note that not everyone with flu will not have a fever.
What are the emergency warning signs of flu sickness?
In children
- Fast breathing or trouble breathing
- Bluish skin color
- Not drinking enough fluids
- Not waking up or not interacting
- Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
- Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
- Fever with a
In adults
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
- Sudden dizziness
- Confusion
- Severe or persistent vomiting
- Flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worse cough
What should I do if I get sick?
Most people with the flu have mild illness and do not need medical care or antiviral drugs. If you get sick with flu symptoms, in most cases, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people except to get medical care.

How long should I stay home if I’m sick?
CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or other necessities. Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine, such as Tylenol®. You should stay home from work, school, travel, shopping, social events, and public gatherings.

Best foods for fighting the flu
by Madelyn Fernstrom, TODAY Health and Diet Editor

You got the flu shot. You've been washing your hands. But, despite your best efforts, you've been knocked out by the flu. You may not feel like eating at all, but there are some foods that will help during your illness and on your way to recovery. They work for colds, as well.

When you have a fever, drink fluids to avoid dehydration
With a fever, appetite is low (or gone), and most important is to remain hydrated. A good rule of thumb is to check your urine, which is pale yellow in the adequately hydrated state. If you are getting dehydrated, it will be deep yellow in color. This visible test is the easiest way to make sure you get enough fluids, even when you don't feel like eating.

While water is optimal, many people don't like the plain taste when sick. If so, mix with 100 percent fruit juices, or add chunks of oranges, lemons, or limes to flavor. Juice alone is fine, and orange juice is a great choice (buy low-acid if preferred), along with grapefruit or cranberry juice, all rich in vitamin C. If you're not a fruit lover, try a glass of V8 or tomato juice. To keep your salt and water balance even, you can lose salt with sweating/fever, choose Gatorade, Powerade or other sports drinks for both fluids and salt.If it tastes too strong, just water it down.

Because symptoms vary, you need to pay attention to how you feel and eat, accordingly. Much is based on personal preference. For example, with hot or cold foods/fluids. This is personal choice: Cold can refresh (like popsicles); Hot can soothe (and help a stuffy nose, with steam from the cup of tea or soup).

Going the hot route, clear broths -- chicken, beef, vegetable -- are all great. And in this case, the higher sodium content of these boxed or canned items is a plus. Drink tea and other low-caffeine drinks, if preferred. Limit caffeine, as caffeine causes fluid loss.

Soothe nausea, upset stomach, vomiting
Try flat ginger ale, Coke, Saltines.

Avoid fizzy drinks. Ginger can soothe can upset stomach and flat ginger ale can be helpful. Look for "natural" ginger sodas, which have more real ginger in them. For a hot drink, ginger tea is a winner - slice some ginger in hot water and soak for a few minutes. Flat coke can settle an upset stomach. Bland, low-spice foods are easiest on the digestive track. For when there's no appetite, plain crackers (saltines), and toast can help with stomach acid.

Boost protein with eggs, yogurt
Many people temporarily lose their taste for protein, but if you can tolerate it, protein is important for repair and growth of body tissues. The most easily digestible protein is an egg (scrambled is easy to eat). Yogurt is a double-duty food - and is a good source of protein, as well as probiotics. (While some people can consume other lean proteins, like turkey, most people don't prefer them when ill.)

For the short-term recovery phase (after you are fever-free), it is important to boost protein intake to repair and rebuild body systems. If your appetite is low - which it often is for up to several weeks after the flu -- try a protein drink once a day as a supplement until your normal appetite is restored. A typical ready-to-drink shake has the protein of about a 6-ounce chicken breast.

And while it's always important to consume a well-balanced diet with plenty of colorful fruits and veggies, lean protein, fiber-rich grains, and some low-fat dairy foods, it's particularly important to support recovery from illness. Also, eating this way helps support ALL body systems - including our immune system, and helps reduce your risk of flu and other viruses in the first place!

For diarrhea
Try The BRAT Diet (Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast)
They're bland, hydrating, and easy-to-digest. Not all have to be eaten at once, or together. One or two are fine -- and always include toast. The bananas are also rich in potassium, which is being lost during illness. The probiotics in yogurt can help an irritated digestive tract. Plain, low-fat yogurt, or Greek-style yogurt may be preferred.
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Robotics Wins Big
1/27/2018
Two of our robotic teams created an alliance at the Loyola Blakefield Do or Die VEX Competition to beat out the 24 team field. They also won best robotic design, and were named the top ranked team in the skills competition.
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Alumni Network Blog - Post 1
1/9/2018

I find tremendous value and satisfaction in speaking with or coaching (mentoring) the CHC students and young alumni. I enjoy working to further develop and grow empowerment in these young men. The CHC and Lasallian mission of educating the young to be leaders in the community complements my commitment to mentoring young people. I am always happy to meet with the CHC students and young alumni and answer any questions they may have or provide deeper insight or thought leadership where I can.

I am continuously impressed by the students, their inquisitive nature and fearless attitudes in wanting to learn and understand everything they can regarding ‘real world’ experiences. Whether in regard to business, community, technology, volunteerism, process, etc. - it doesn’t matter. They have persistence and interest in exploring and learning about all things. I find this to be wonderful testimony to the strength in the CHC course curriculums, the teachers, the administrators, the CHC community and the various clubs available to them at CHC.

This compelled me to launch the Red C Challenge (www.CalvertHall.com/RedCChallenge) seven years ago to bring business and entrepreneurial challenges, in a non-curriculum setting, to the CHC community and students who have a shared interest and desire to learn, grow and enhance many of the skillsets needed beyond their formal educations. The Red C program focuses on providing leadership tools and resources through team challenges by leveraging the talents of many CHC alumni. The Challenge promotes innovative thought leadership, hard and soft skillset development, creativity, confidence and self-esteem.

My testimony of impact is measured on the growth and successes of all of those who have participated in the Red C Challenge over the years. They are all winners and will continue to gain infinite rewards from their finite focus.
For more information on how you can get involved in the Red C Challenge contact Geoff Foltyn ’00, Advancement Associate, foltyng@calverthall.com

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McMullen Newsletter -Brother John Kane's letter
1/9/2018

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McMullen Newsletter-Louis Miserendino letter
1/9/2018

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McMullen Newsletter-Pat Scheper
1/9/2018

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A Message from the Principal - January 2018
1/5/2018

Dear Parents,

On behalf of our faculty and staff, we wish you a very Happy New Year! May God continue to bless you, your family and the entire Calvert Hall community in the new year.

As we enter a new year, I share concern that we will continue to read and hear about issues in the news of intolerance and bigotry. I also share concern that we will continue to read and hear about students’ social media posts in the media who simply either believe what they post is true (no matter how offensive we may find it) or, in their desire to be humorous, are offensive. Dr. Marcia Chatlain, Professor of African-American Studies at Georgetown University spoke to our faculty during our in-service day in November. One of her main themes was that as an educational institution, we must challenge ourselves to have conversations about tolerance, the value of diversity, and issues about race. As a school, we will continue to have conversations with our students regarding these issues, even when it is difficult and uncomfortable. Our message has always been and will always be that we value each member of our community and value the differences each person brings to our school. There is no room for racism, religious intolerance, or the devaluing of others. Those who exhibit this type of behavior are not welcome in our community. While we will continue to have discussions, I also ask that you, as parents, have these conversations at home. What you see and hear in the news can be teachable moments. Our partnership teaching values and molding young men must indeed be that – a partnership between the school, parents, and the student. As always, we appreciate your support in communicating the values that we hold dear.

Academically, the month of January is highlighted by semester exams. Rigor and excellence must be our mantra. Semester exams begin on Friday, January 12. Exams count for 20% of the semester grade so it is imperative that students are well-prepared. Please encourage your son to take advantage of the extra study sessions and review guides provided so he may be successful.

All admission’s literature emphasizes that “current parents are our best advocates.” While our enrollment has been very strong, and all indications are that it will be strong again this year, if you know of any current 8^th graders who you believe would be a great “Hallman,” please invite them to be our guest (shadow for the day) by calling Chris Bengel in our Admissions Office. If you know of a student who has already shadowed, please do not hesitate to tell them about your wonderful experience at The Hall.

A recent survey by EdChoice asked parents what school they would select to obtain the best education for their child. Parents chose a “private school” more than any other option. 93% of parents said they were satisfied with their child’s school compared to 73% of public school parents. We are honored by the choice you have made and the sacrifices you make to send your son to Calvert Hall. Please know how much we value your support. Our commitment is to always make our school better and enhance your son’s experience. We want your feedback. In light of that, our next “Pastry with the Principal” will be tomorrow, January 9 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. for freshmen and sophomore parents. Please email Lorraine Swab at swabl@calverthall.com if you are interested in attending.

Finally, we sponsor several parents educational sessions throughout the year. Our next session will be on Thursday, January 25 at 7:00 p.m. Mike Gimbel will join us to talk about drugs, opioids, and vaping. Sometimes parents do not attend these types of workshops because their son is not involved in drugs, opioids, and vaping. That is a fair thought, but this particular session is for all parents. Even if your son does not engage in these behaviors, as a parent, you should be aware of what is in our community and the trends around these topics.

Have a great new year and don’t forget to follow me on Twitter at @chcprincipal and Instagram at chuckstembler.

Sincerely,

Charles Stembler
Principal

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Secrets To Score Well On The HSPT
1/5/2018
Calvert Hall's Admission Team knows what it takes to score well on the High School Placement Test. Follow their secrets below.
- Get a good night's sleep
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Bring #2 pencils
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In Memoriam of Br. Kevin Strong, FSC
1/3/2018

It is with great sorrow that Calvert Hall shares with you news regarding the passing on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, of former Calvert Hall President, Br. Kevin Strong, FSC.

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On The Horizon - January & February 2018
1/3/2018

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