October 3, 2018 | Newsletter
Greetings from the Head of Upper School
Julie Lenherr Edson '88
Head of Upper School
Dear Parents,
This past month has brought all of the energy and enthusiasm indicative of a new school year. Our students have settled into the academic day, attending classes, navigating homework, and studying for their first assessments. In between, they are nurturing their spirit in weekly chapel, and developing their personal interests.
As I walk the campus observing our students engaged in these various facets of the high school experience, it is evident that they are discovering who they are and practicing to become more fully developed young women.
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News and Notes
Around Campus
Department Spotlight: History
Each month, we give you a taste of what's happening inside the classroom. This month, take a closer look at world history and our Senior Research Seminars.
Meet our new counselor
We are very pleased to welcome Gabrielle Snowden, our new full-time school counselor, to Santa Catalina. Read more about Gabrielle and her role on campus. Gabrielle is on campus daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and her office is in the Student Services wing. She can be reached at 831.233.7438.
Ms. Bradley starts a blog
Head of School Meg Bradley has started a blog about education and the Catalina experience. In her latest post, she talks about students' takeaways from last week's Book of Joy presentation.
Join us for the annual JDRF One Walk
For the first time, the Upper School is joining the Lower and Middle School for the JDRF One Walk, a fundraiser for type 1 diabetes research. This year we are walking in support of Kaitlin Criswell '21, '17 LS and Emily Radner '19, '15 LS. The walk begins at 9:00 a.m. Sunday, October 14, at Lovers Point in Pacific Grove. Register for the walk or donate online.
News roundup
- Santa Catalina takes aim at plastics with Ocean Guardian Grant
- Art teacher Claire Lerner shows paintings in New York
- Students participate in Chinese Cultural Festival
Parking and carline reminders
- Please use the blue placards to identify your vehicle when driving onto campus. If you need a new placard, visit the Upper School Office.
- Please obey our posted speed limit of 10 mph on campus.
- Parents are asked not to use the reserved parking areas meant for faculty during the school day, from 7:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m. These areas are: anywhere in the lot immediately to the left after passing through the gates; in the circular drive at the top of the hill in front of the cottages; and in the triangular parking area under the trees.
The Wind in the Willows
Get your tickets for our fall musical, opening October 19!
November Open House
Our first Open House is on November 11! Download and share this flier with family and friends.
Parents Association
Save the dates
- Parents Association Luncheon
12:00 p.m. Thursday, October 11
RSVP; lunch is optional
Join Meg Bradley in welcoming new Head of Upper School Julie Lenherr Edson '88. Learn about Julie's goals for the Upper School as we dive into a new school year. We will also share our recommended reading list for parents. - Cyber Safety Presentation
6:30 p.m Thursday, November 8
Don't miss this evening with Clayton Cranford, the nation's leading law enforcement educator on social media and online safety for children. Learn more about cyber safety and parenting in the digital world. Clayton is the author of the definitive book on cyber safety for families, Parenting in the Digital World.
Giving
Let's put Santa Catalina Fund First!
We are officially underway for this year's Santa Catalina Fund drive!
The Santa Catalina Fund is the engine that powers our daily operations.
Soon you will receive your invitation to participate in this year's Santa Catalina Fund. Our Santa Catalina Fund committee is comprised of many dedicated parent volunteers who will call you during these next six weeks. When you receive the mailing or get the call, please join in with a gift or pledge to the Santa Catalina Fund.
Help us reach our goal of 100 percent parent participation by the conclusion of the Santa Catalina Fund drive on Friday, November 9.
Your gift helps us transform young lives. Every gift matters. Thank you for your kind support!
Student Life
The Grazing Patch is open!
The Grazing Patch is the go-to place for students hit by a snack attack, and profits always go to good causes! Last year, $1,700 went to a frequent Catalina service partner, Dorothy's Kitchen in Salinas. Other proceeds went toward Christmas gifts for needy families and a Thanksgiving turkey for the Salvation Army.
Weekend activities for day and boarding students
The following activities are offered in October. (Subject to change depending on student interest.)
- October 5, 6, 12 & 13: 4th Annual Halloween Movie Fest
- October 6: Girls' Festival in Santa Clara
- October 7: Beach Horseback Ride
- October 13: Cooking Class and either Renaissance Faire or Swank Farms
- October 14: JDRF Walk
- October 20: Robotics Coding Workshop, SUP, Service Projects on Campus for the Salinas Family Resource Center and Smile Fund
- October 21: Pumpkin Carving
- October 28: Spirited Away in theaters
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Upcoming Events
Check our online calendar for the latest information
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Photo of the Month
Our first event of the year with the girls at the Family Resource Center in Salinas was September 28. We made bookmarks and journals and passed out a book that we will all read together, Junie B. Jones and the Yucky Blucky Fruitcake. See more photos.
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