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Chaminade-Madonna
College Preparatory
Freshmen/Transfer Students
Parent Information Night
500 East Chaminade Drive
Hollywood, FL 33021
954-989-5150
Website: www.cmlions.org
School Hours: 8:00am-2:45pm
Office Hours: 7:30am-3:30pm
Student Support
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Head of School: Dr. Judith Mucheck
Assistant Head of School: Mrs. Raiza Echemendia
Dean of Students: Mr. Michael Eaton
Athletic Director: Mr. Andre Torres
Student Life Director: Mrs. Lauren Broeckelmann
Admissions Director: Ms. Tainah Georges
Campus Ministry Director: Ms. Carol LaMont
Technology Director: Mr. Jose Rivera
Guidance Counselors: Ms. Kristi Tucker (9/12)
Ms. Michelle Chirichella(10/11)
Important Dates
Monday, Aug 22nd - 9th grade/transfer
Orientation Day (8:00am-12:45pm)
Receive their iPads/ ID cards
Tuesday, Aug 23rd- No School for
9th/Transfer students
Wednesday, Aug.24th- Full Day
(8:00am-2:45pm)
Attend all of their classes
cmlions.weebly.com- ask your questions
Parent-Student Handbook
2016-2017
• Students/Parents are required to read and sign the four forms
listed in Appendix B.
• Media Release Form for Students
• Photo/video for promotion purposes
• FCC/Telephone Consumer Protection Act Release
• Phone blast for school information
• Student Apple iPad Use Agreement
• ipad/adapter/carrying case and proper use of technology
• Parent/Student Handbook Acknowledgement Form
• read/understand handbook & its policies and consequences
***All Forms must be returned to Homeroom by Friday, Sept. 2nd
cmlions.org -> STUDENT LIFE
School Uniforms
GIRLS/BOYS
SHIRTS: Short/Sleeve Pique/Dri Fit Polo in Navy or Red with Embroidery
Long/Sleeve Pique Dri Fit Polo in Navy or Red with Embroidery
SHORTS: Navy or Khaki w/CM Logo
SLACKS: Navy or Khaki w/CM Logo
SWEATERS: Cardigans with Embroidery Navy
Pullovers with Embroidery Red or Navy
Vest with Embroidery Red or Navy
JACKETS: Olympian Jacket with Embroidery
SHOES:
SOCKS:
BELT:
Sperry’s Tan Bluefish Ladies
Sperry’s Tan Billfish Men’s
Navy, Khaki, Black or White
Black/Brown
*Gym wear Sold at School- CM Shorts and Shirt (Students taking the HOPE class)
Lunch Program
Cafeteria Hours: Breakfast – 7:20am-7:50am
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Lunch 1- (11:30am-12:16pm)
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Lunch 2- (12:19pm-1:05pm)
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Lunch 3- (1:08pm-1:54pm)
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Snacks are available afterschool
• Our food provider is SLA Management, company that offer students
healthy meal options at an incredibly affordable price. (meal for $5.25)
• Parents and students must register their account in advance. For simple
online registration instructions,
http://www.cmlions.org/uploaded/Web_Documents/Cafeteria/SLA_Online
_Instructions.pdf (flyer was sent home with welcome letter)
• Students may also bring their lunch from home but students may not order
lunch for delivery at school.
• The cafeteria is open for breakfast every morning from 7:20 A.M. to 7:50
A.M., and for snacks after school.
Summer Reading Program
2016
• Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory's Summer Reading
Program has been designed to develop an appreciation for reading
and lifelong learning. Encouraging our students to read is one of the
many ways we are preparing our students for academic excellence.
• Choose 1 and read. Class grade for English course
• I am Malala
• Kids with Courage: True Stories
• The Light we cannot see
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the student to obtain his/her own copy of the text. If a PDF
version is not available via Internet, books can be purchased via local book store or Internet
source (Amazon – new/used, eBay – used, Thriftbooks – used, Alibris – new/used).
Students will participate in reading circles with faculty, administration, and/or staff
and will need to complete a project based on their book at the beginning of the school
year.
Graduation Requirements
Credits/ Freshmen Year
Subject Area
4.0
1 credit
Theology
4.0
1 credit
English
4.0
1 credit
Mathematics
4.0
1 credit
Social Studies
3.0
1 credit
Science
2.0
1 credit
Foreign Language (same language)
1.0
1 credit
Personal Fitness and Life Management
Skills (HOPE)
1.0
(1 if not taking HOPE or Reading)
5.0
Fine/Practical Arts
Electives
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Additional Requirements:
Un-weighted 2.0 cumulative GPA
Completion of 100 service hours
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(25 per year)
Completion of Encounter Retreat Program
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Completion of 7 credits per year
Service Learning
• Students are required to perform 25 hours per year, obtaining a minimum of
100 hours by graduation.
• Transfer students must complete 25 hours (Class of 2019 & Class of 2020) or
20 hours (Class of 2018 & Class of 2017) per year of attendance at
Chaminade-Madonna.
• Seniors who fail to comply with the service hours will not receive their
diploma or transcripts until hours have been completed.
• Service must be completed with a non-profit organization (churches, health
or environmental organizations or community initiatives) or school-based
activities.
• Submit a complete Service Learning Form to the Service Learning Director
to receive credit for hours.
Academic Program
• Variety of elective classes (personal/academic interest)
• Over 46 Honors/ Advanced Placement Courses
Algebra 1 & 2
American Government
Anatomy/Physiology
Biology
Calculus AB & BC
Chemistry
Economics
English
Global Studies
Business
French
Geometry
Pre-Calculus
Psychology
Physics 1 & 2
Spanish
Studio Art
US History
World History
Marine Science
Human Geography
Advanced Placement Results
2016
Subjects with 60% or higher passing scores
1. Studio Art- 100%
2. Macroeconomics- 100%
3. Physics 2- 100%
4. Calculus AB- 91%
5. Spanish Language- 90%
6. Spanish Literature- 88%
7. English Literature- 83%
8. World History- 83%
9. English Language- 80%
10.Biology- 67%
11.Chemistry- 67%
Chaminade-Madonna
Florida
Global
5 Year Summary Score (Scores 3 or higher)
Dual Enrollment Program
• St. Thomas University- Private, Catholic University
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Courses Offered:
Honors Anatomy and Physiology
AP Biology
AP/ Honors US History
AP/ Honors English 3
AP/ Honors English 4
AP/Honors Economics
Honors American Government
Honors Marine Science
Honors Ecology
Honors Intro to Business
• Our students can graduate with over 40 college credits.
Academic Support
• Study Hall every Quarter
• Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 3:15-4:15PM
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Meet with teacher from 2:45-3:15PM
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Contact teacher via Email and Phone (Extensions are
on CM website under “Staff” link)
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Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Sept. 29th from 1-8pm
• Feb. 16th from 1-8pm
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Counselor conference with multiple teachers
Monitoring Student Academic Progress
• Parent Observer on Canvas
• Interim Reports
• Qt. 1- September 28th
• Qt. 2- November 16
• Qt. 3- February 8th
• Qt. 4- April 26th
• Quarterly and Semester Report Cards
• End of Quarter 1-October 25th
• End of Quarter 2/Semester 1-December 23
• End of Quarter 3-March 15th
• End of Quarter 4/Semester - June 9th
• Teacher Contact via email or phone
iPad Information
• Students will receive an iPad with Case. Students are encouraged to keep case to avoid
damage
• Do not lend your iPad to anyone! Keep track of your device at all times!
• Your son/daughter will be issued a CM Gmail account. Students must check their email daily
for announcements, messages from the school/teacher/students, etc...
• We manage our iPads with AirWatch (mobile device management software)- The school can
push out updates and apps for students and can monitor student use.
• Send all technology support related inquiries to [email protected] and personal
technology questions to [email protected]
• Apple Care Service Agreement
• Manufacturer defects (no charge)- Must make appointment with Apple Store Genius Bar
for repair.
• 2 Accidental Damage claims- $50 charge if taken to Apple Store- $100 charge if we need
to send the device for repair. Apple Care Agreement does NOT cover lost or stolen iPads.
• Out of Warranty repairs- $250.00
Canvas- Learning Management System
• Canvas is where students and parents can see assignment dues
dates, announcements, and other course content. Canvas includes
basic LMS functionality for managing enrollments, sharing
documents, submitting assignments, and assigning grades, as well
as personalized features for individual students.
• How do I Sign Up for Canvas as a Parent?
• Monitor your child’s progress
• Contact teacher directly through Canvas
Campus Ministry Program
Purpose: The major focus is building a faith community in the Marianist tradition
which meets members where they are and challenges them to be “ministers,” by
giving them opportunities to recognize their own gifts for the purpose of serving.
• FRESHMEN REFLECTION DAY: Wednesday, November 9th (All Day)
• We are Chaminade-Madonna...We are a Marianist Community. A day long retreat for
Freshmen, with Senior House Captains as Leaders
• MARIANIST L.I.F.E.: Living in Faith Experience
• L.I.F.E. meetings are held twice a month in the evenings
• In the Marianist tradition, students gather to share their faith and build community---a
time and place for young people to connect with themselves, others and God.
• SCHOOL WIDE-LITURGIES: Gathering to Celebrate Our Faith
• Opportunities to serve the community as: altar servers, lectors, music ministers
Student Life at C-M
Giving students ways to get involved
outside of the classroom
Involvement in student life activities:
• helps students realize their potential
• prepares students for leadership roles
• and allows students to HAVE FUN!
Student Life at C-M
We offer over 30 clubs and honor societies in which students can participate
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Academic Team (Brainiacs)
Model United Nations (Model U.N.)
Art Club
Mu Alpha Theta (Mathematics Honor
Society)
Band and Music Vibes
Best Buddies Club
National Art Honor Society
National Honor Society (N.H.S.)
Chess Club
Environmental Club
Pax Christi
Franklin Debate Society
Quill and Scroll International Honor
Society
Photography
• Rho Kappa (Social Studies Honor
Society)
• Gaming Club
• Science Club
• Science Fiction Club (Sci-Fi Club)
• Science National Honor Society
• Interact Club
• Spanish National Honor Society
• International Thespian Society
• Student Ambassadors
• Key Club
• Student Government Association
• Students Against Destructive
Decisions (S.A.D.D.)
• Tri-M Music Honor Society
• French Honor Society
• Multicultural Club
Student Life at C-M
• House System – creating Family Spirit across grade groups;
monthly House competitions and charitable activities
• Service Learning – opportunities for meaningful community
service and volunteer hours
• Student Government – leadership opportunities at each grade
level; spreading school pride and spirit
**Freshman student government elections will take place during
the second week of school
Transportation Information
• Transportation Cost:
• Round trip- $250 monthly
• Morning/Afternoon trip
$150 monthly
• Bus passes- $9.00 per ride
Athletic Program
Athletic Parent Association
Upcoming Events
• Back to School Night- Wed, Sept. 7th at 7pm
(Meet the teachers)
• Grandparent’s Day- Sunday, Sept.18th (Liturgy)
• Lion’s Main Event- Saturday, Oct. 15th (7pm)