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Monday, November 16, 2015

1. Congratulations to the Lady Mariners Cross-‐Country Team who made HISTORY by becoming St. Monica's first ever CIF Finalists in Cross-‐Country this past weekend with their outstanding performance at the CIF Prelims in Riverside!! Led by Gracie Parker, the Mariners utilized some great pack running by Michelle Garcia, Bella Fernandez, Marie Escalante, Camila Gonzalez, Kate Romero, and Kailey Paris to secure the history making performance. Please congratulate these girls along with Varsity contributors Matiana Herbert and Olivia Fitzmorris for a record-‐breaking weekend. Next up for the team is the CIF Finals this Saturday morning at Mt. SAC!!!!

2. A valiant effort was made by the Boys XC Team this past weekend at the CIF Prelims. Attempting to be only the second Boys XC Team to make it to CIF Finals since 1970, the boys ran well, but fell short of their goal. The boys were led by Bobby Ruelas who finished his season as the fastest freshman in the CIF Southern Section with his performance. Other great performances were had by Konnor Paris, Kevin Santoya, Caleb Solomon, Cameron Richardson, Fred Wu, and Damien Vega. Along with Varsity Contributors, Austin Cathcart, and Ryan Spivey, the boys XC team finished their wonderful season with style, speed, and strength.

3. Did you know that 4.5 million Americans would die each year without life saving blood transfusions? Did you know that approximately 32,000 pints of blood are used each day in the US? You can help Mariners! On Dec. 1 St. John’s Health Center will be here for our annual blood drive. To sign up or if you have questions, see any ASB member or Mrs. Nuno. Don’t miss out to give the gift of life!

4. Opening week for the fall musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Musical was a big success.

Ticket sales will continue to be sold during lunch this week. Stop by the table, during lunch, and get your student tickets. Don't wait to the last minute because this show is sure to sell out. Thank you to all who supported the arts during opening week!

5. Hey freshmen! Anyone interested in trying for the Basketball Cheer team please see Mrs. Angel by

tomorrow, Nov. 17.

6. Attention all Mariners! The next Talent Tuesday will be TOMORROW! If you want to participate, see Mrs. Nuno or Erynn Phan TODAY.

7. Attention all juniors attending the Junior Overnight Retreat this week-‐ your liability forms to

participate in the ropes course are due TODAY to Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura.

8. Attention all students: We are still collecting food items for St. Monica's annual Thanksgiving dinner on November 25th. Please bring in boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, canned green beans, and canned cranberry sauce and leave items in the large boxes in the Religion Dept. hallway.

9. Please visit the guidance department to get the November teen program opportunities at the Santa

Monica Library. Opportunities include: FREE practice SAT/ACT testing, writing the college essay, and affording college. See Mrs. Rakowski for a flyer!

10. Mariners, do you have friends you care about? Someone you're thankful for and appreciate? Show

them you care with a Thank-‐You gram! Look for Juan Pablo Robayo at lunch if you want to buy a sweet treat for a dollar. All proceeds go towards the Writers' Circle December project! So come on and show someone you care.

11. Seniors! Do you want free money for college? Of course you do! Be sure to check out the

Scholarships page on the guidance section of our website. Info about different scholarships will be posted there, and on Naviance. Be sure to look for scholarships using Naviance or Fastweb.com. You can apply for as many scholarships as you want! Please see Mr. Mendoza with any questions.

12. Hey Mariners! Come enjoy taquitos, rice, and beans at the Nosotros Club food sale on Tuesday

during lunch. Support our Homeboy Industries fundraiser and buy a plate for only 5 bucks. See you on Tuesday at lunch!

13. Want to be a part of the Habitat for Humanity trip this year? If you're in good academic and

disciplinary standing, love to help people, are going to be 16 years old by April 7th, and have always wanted to use a power saw, then come to a meeting this Wednesday in the gym to find out more about this year's Habitat trip. See Mrs. Rice if you have any questions.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

1. Did you know that 4.5 million Americans would die each year without life saving blood transfusions? Did you know that approximately 32,000 pints of blood are used each day in the US? You can help Mariners! On Dec. 1 St. John’s Health Center will be here for our annual blood drive. To sign up or if you have questions, see any ASB member or Mrs. Nuno. Don’t miss out to give the gift of life!

2. It's not too late to get your student ticket for the fall musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Stop by the table and get your ticket for the final weekend of the show.

3. Hey freshmen! Anyone interested in trying for the Basketball Cheer team please see Mrs. Angel by

TODAY, Nov. 17.

4. Attention all football players Coach Shaw is doing equipment return this week. Freshman and Sophomores on Wednesday 11/18 from 6:30am -‐7:30am OR 2:30-‐3:30 PM. Juniors and Seniors on Thursday 11/19 from 6:30-‐7:30 AM OR 2:30-‐3:30 PM. If you have any questions please find Coach Shaw.

5. Attention all Mariners! Talent Tuesday is TODAY! Come out and support your fellow talented Mariners at lunch on the yard. See you there!

6. Attention all students: We are still collecting food items for St. Monica's annual Thanksgiving

dinner on November 25th. Please bring in boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, canned green beans, and canned cranberry sauce and leave items in the large boxes in the Religion Dept. hallway.





9. Seniors! Do you want free money for college? Of course you do! Be sure to check out the Scholarships page on the guidance section of our website. Info about different scholarships will be posted there, and on Naviance. Be sure to look for scholarships using Naviance or Fastweb.com. You can apply for as many scholarships as you want! Please see Mr. Mendoza with any questions.

10. Hey Mariners! Come enjoy taquitos, rice, and beans at the Nosotros Club food sale TODAY during

lunch. Support our Homeboy Industries fundraiser and buy a plate for only 5 bucks. See you on Tuesday at lunch!


disciplinary standing, love to help people, are going to be 16 years old by April 7th, and have always wanted to use a power saw, then come to a meeting this Wednesday – TOMORROW – in the gym to find out more about this year's Habitat trip. See Mrs. Rice if you have any questions.

12. There will be a BCS meeting today at lunch in Room 32. All are welcome!

13. Attention all winter sports athletes: there will be a mandatory meeting today at lunch in the gym.

Boys and girls basketball and soccer teams please report to the gym at the beginning of lunch. Pizza will be served.

14. Attention all Club Presidents! There will be a meeting today during lunch in the MLC for all Club

Presidents. Moderators are invited too! Please bring your binders and additions for the club activities calendar.

15. Dress for the troops. Adopt-‐A-‐Platoon Club is having a jeans day TOMORROW, Nov. 18. Wear red,

white and blue for $2 to support our troops. Buy your tickets today during lunch.

16. Attention all juniors attending the junior overnight this week: You must wear your uniform to school tomorrow. In the morning, please drop off your stuff for the overnight in the Campus Ministry room, and give any medications you have to Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura. At the end of lunch, please go to the Campus Ministry room and grab your overnight belongings. Right before you get on the bus, you may change into alternative dress, but you must follow the alternative dress guidelines in the parent-‐student handbook. Please meet in front of the Church at 1:10 pm to get on the bus. In addition, your ropes course liability forms were due yesterday. Today is the last day we can accept these forms-‐-‐please make sure you get them to Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura ASAP. If we do not get a liability form from you by today, you will not be able to participate in the high ropes course.

17. Attention all students: Our Thanksgiving school-‐wide mass is this coming Tuesday, November 24th

at 9:15 am in the church. Please remember to wear mass attire.

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to junior Hamish M!

2. Mariners! Do you want to save a life? You can actually save not one, but TWO lives each time you donate blood. In fact, 24 hours after your donation your body has already replenished the fluid lost. St. John’s Health Center will be visiting our school on Tuesday, December 1st for our annual blood

drive. Sign up to give the gift of life by meeting with any A.S.B. member or Mrs. Nuno. All participants get a coupon for a FREE pint of Baskin Robbins Ice Cream. Don’t miss out!

3. It's not too late to get your student ticket for the fall musical The 25th Annual Putnam County

Spelling Bee. Stop by the table and get your ticket for the final weekend of the show.

4. Hey freshmen! Anyone interested in trying for the Basketball Cheer team please see Mrs. Angel by the end of the week.

5. The Robert Graham Memorial Art Exhibit will be taking place this spring at the Cathedral of Our

Lady of the Angels. All students who wish to submit work to the exhibit please see Ms. Diamant before next Wednesday to show her your ideas and drawings. Finished work must be submitted before December 10th.

6. Attention all football players Coach Shaw is doing equipment return this week. Freshman and

Sophomores on Wednesday 11/18 from 6:30am -‐7:30am OR 2:30-‐3:30 PM. Juniors and Seniors on Thursday 11/19 from 6:30-‐7:30 AM OR 2:30-‐3:30 PM. If you have any questions please find Coach Shaw.





9. All Academic Decathlon Students need to meet at lunch on Thursday in room 43. Please bring your

lunch and we will be discussing the upcoming scrimmage and bake sale. Go Acadeca!

10. Mariners, do you have friends you care about? Someone you're thankful for and appreciate? Show them you care with a Thank-‐You gram! Look for Juan Pablo Robayo at lunch if you want to buy a sweet treat for a dollar. All proceeds go towards the Writers' Circle December project! So come on and show someone you care.




disciplinary standing, love to help people, are going to be 16 years old by April 7th, and have always wanted to use a power saw, then come to a meeting this Wednesday – TODAY – in the gym to find out more about this year's Habitat trip. See Mrs. Rice if you have any questions.



Thursday, November 19, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to senior Alex F!

2. Mariners! Do you want to save a life? You can actually save not one, but TWO lives each time you donate blood. In fact, 24 hours after your donation your body has already replenished the fluid lost. St. John’s Health Center will be visiting our school on Tuesday, December 1st for our annual blood drive. Sign up to give the gift of life by meeting with any A.S.B. member or Mrs. Nuno. All participants get a coupon for a FREE pint of Baskin Robbins Ice Cream. Don’t miss out!

3. It's not too late to get your student ticket for the fall musical The 25th Annual Putnam County

Spelling Bee. Stop by the table and get your ticket for the final weekend of the show.


5. Attention all cross country runners. Please return your uniforms to Ms. Bobadilla or Mr. Shuman,

no later than Tuesday, November 24th. The uniform must be washed and all four items must be returned. If you have any questions please contact one of us.





8. Attention all students: We are still collecting food items for St. Monica's annual Thanksgiving dinner on November 25th. Please bring in boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, canned green beans, and canned cranberry sauce and leave items in the large boxes in the Religion Dept. hallway.



10. All Academic Decathlon Students need to meet at lunch TODAY in room 43. Please bring your lunch

and we will be discussing the upcoming scrimmage and bake sale. Go Acadeca!

11. Mariners, do you have friends you care about? Someone you're thankful for and appreciate? Show them you care with a Thank-‐You gram! Look for Juan Pablo Robayo at lunch if you want to buy a sweet treat for a dollar. All proceeds go towards the Writers' Circle December project! So come on and show someone you care.





14. Hey Mariners! There’s a Writer’s Circle meeting TODAY, Nov. 19 in room 30. Be sure to be there!

15. Hey Mariners, looking to stay warm during the winter season? Then buy a St. Monica scarf from the finance or front office today, they are just $15!

Friday, November 20, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to junior Faith N! Happy birthday over the weekend to senior Alyssa G and junior Mariah B!

2. Mariners! Do you want to save a life? You can actually save not one, but TWO lives each time you donate blood. In fact, 24 hours after your donation your body has already replenished the fluid lost. St. John’s Health Center will be visiting our school on Tuesday, December 1st for our annual blood drive. Sign up to give the gift of life by meeting with any A.S.B. member or Mrs. Nuno. All participants get a coupon for a FREE pint of Baskin Robbins Ice Cream. Don’t miss out!

3. Today is the last day to get your discounted student ticket during lunch for the fall musical The

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Stop by the table and get your tickets before they sell out.


5. Attention all cross country runners. Please return your uniforms to Ms. Bobadilla or Mr. Shuman,

no later than Tuesday, November 24th. The uniform must be washed and all four items must be returned. If you have any questions please contact one of us.

















1. Happy birthday today senior Elias H and sophomore Anthony M!

2. Good luck today to Deanika and Shelby as they compete in CIF Sectional finals. Go Lady Mariner Tennis!

3. Good luck today to the Lady Mariner Soccer team as they take on Oakwood High School! Go

Mariner Soccer!

4. Good luck today to the Lady Mariner Basketball team as they take on Marymount High School! Go Mariner Basketball!

5. Congratulations to the history making Girls Cross-‐Country team on their fine performance this past weekend at Mt. SAC for the CIF Division 5 Finals! Led by freshman, Bella Fernandez, freshman Michelle Garcia, and sophomore Camila Gonzalez, our team showed how much they improved throughout the season with four of the girls (Fernandez, Gonzalez, Marie Escalante, and Matiana Hebert) running personal records on the hilly Mt. SAC course. Rounding out the team were Kate Romero and Grace Parker who ran well and gained valuable experience to use for next year! Please congratulate all of our girls, including additional varsity members, Kailey Paris and Olivia Fitzmorris, for a wonderful record breaking season. Way to go Lady Mariners!!!

6. Mariners! Do you want to save a life? You can actually save not one, but TWO lives each time you donate blood. In fact, 24 hours after your donation your body has already replenished the fluid lost. St. John’s Health Center will be visiting our school on Tuesday, December 1st for our annual blood

drive. Sign up to give the gift of life by meeting with any A.S.B. member or Mrs. Nuno. All participants get a coupon for a FREE pint of Baskin Robbins Ice Cream. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP! Don’t miss out!

7. Attention all cross country runners. Tomorrow is the last day that you may return your uniform to

either Ms. Bobadilla or Mr. Schuman. The uniform must be washed and all four items must be returned. Thank you.


Lady of the Angels. All students who wish to submit work to the exhibit please see Ms. Diamant before this Wednesday to show her your ideas and drawings. Finished work must be submitted before December 10th.







12. Attention all students: Our Thanksgiving school-‐wide mass is TOMORROW -‐ Tuesday, November

24th at 9:15 am in the church. Please remember to wear mass attire.


14. Hey survival club members! We have a meeting TOMORROW at lunch. All are welcome! Also, please

check your emails for a very important survey! If we don’t have your email see Juniors Annie Donaldson or Olivia Fitzmorris. See you Tuesday!

15. Attention all Lady Mariner Soccer players-‐ there will be a mandatory meeting today at lunch in the

gym regarding today’s game. See you all there!

16. Women's Activist Club: There's a meeting today during lunch in room 24. Please be prompt!

17. Attention all students volunteering in the Thanksgiving Boutique today: Please meet in the Grand Pavilion at 3pm. If you are volunteering for Christian Service, please make sure to bring your log sheets for credit.

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to seniors Valerie D and Anthony R and freshman Gabriel F!

2. Congratulations to your lady Mariner girls Varsity soccer team on their 2-‐0 win yesterday against Oakwood High School. Special shout out to Freshman Gabby M and Senior Makenna M on scoring. And congrats to our goalie, Senior Cindy G with a shut out! Great Job lady mariners!

3. Good luck to the Men’s Basketball team as they take on Crossroads High School today! Go Mariner Basketball!

4. Attention Mariners. There will be an informational meeting for all those interested in auditioning

for the spring musical, Legally Blond, Jr. on Wednesday, December 2nd in room 33 during lunch. Important information regarding the audition process and audition dates will be discussed. Please fill out an audition form located outside of room 31 and bring to the meeting. This meeting is only for cast members. There will be a crew meeting in January.

5. Attention Cross Country Runners. Today is the deadline to turn in your uniform. Please be sure to

return it to Ms. Bobadilla or Mr. Schuman before the end of the day. The uniform must be washed and all four parts must be returned. Thank you.


Lady of the Angels. All students who wish to submit work to the exhibit please see Ms. Diamant TODAY to show her your ideas and drawings. Finished work must be submitted before December 10th.





9. Hey Mariners, looking to stay warm during the winter season? Then buy a St. Monica scarf from the

finance or front office today, they are just $15!

10. Hey Survival Club Members! Our meeting will be held TODAY at lunch. We are not meeting in Trepp but in Ms. Bobadilla's room, # 32. Grab your lunch and head over!

11. A reminder to all girls playing softball this year softball conditioning / tryouts will start on Monday

the 30th at 3:00 all paperwork including your physical needs to be turned in.

12. Attention all students volunteering at Wednesday's Thanksgiving Dinner with the parish: Please check your assignments on the sign up sheet outside the Campus Ministry office. On Wednesday, show up 20 minutes prior to your assigned shift, and please wear Mariner attire and jeans. Make sure you bring a hat with you, and something to tie your hair back with if necessary. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura.

13. Have a very happy and safe Thanksgiving Mariners! We are thankful for all of you!


1. Happy birthday over the Thanksgiving break to seniors Jahna T, Mariana L, Lauren L, Kezia S, and Cara B, and to junior Christine G and freshmen Joshua P and Lesley E!

2. Good luck today to the Varsity Boys Basketball team as they begin the St. Monica Classic Tournament with a game against Birmingham High School in the gym at 7:30pm. Come out and cheer them on! Go Mariner Basketball!

3. Good luck today to the JV Girls Basketball team as they begin the Cantwell Classic Tournament with

a game against Glenn HS! Go Lady Mariner Basketball!

4. Good luck today to the JV Boys Basketball team as they begin the Heritage Christian Classic Tournament with a game against Heritage Christian. Go Mariner Basketball!


for the spring musical, Legally Blond, Jr. on Wednesday, December 2nd in room 33 during lunch. Important information regarding the audition process and audition dates will be discussed. Please fill out an audition form located outside of room 31 and bring to the meeting. This meeting is only for cast members. There will be a crew meeting in January.





8. A reminder to all girls playing softball this year softball conditioning / tryouts will start TODAY at 3:00pm. All paperwork including your physical needs to be turned in.

9. It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate

the season than by giving back with the Drama Club’s annual toy drive! From December 2 to December 11, bring a gender-‐neutral toy to your religion classroom. Each class is assigned a certain age group: freshmen have 5 to 6 year olds, sophomores have 7 to 8 year olds, juniors have 9 to 10 year olds, and seniors have 11 to 12 year olds. Take this opportunity to show what the season is really about!

10. All National Honors Students, please listen carefully! We will have a mandatory meeting this

Wednesday, December 2nd during lunch. The meeting location will be announced by Wednesday morning. This is a MANDATORY meeting, so please grab your lunch and attend the meeting.

11. Tomorrow is the annual Blood Drive. For all students who have signed up, you will be receiving a

permission slip and hall pass with your designated time of donation. You must bring the SIGNED permission slip, picture ID and the hall pass to the Trepp Center in order to participate. Be sure to drink lots of water and eat plenty of food tonight so you can be set to donate! Thank you to all who are donating – you are saving lives!

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

1. Good luck today to the Varsity Boys Basketball team as they continue the St. Monica Classic Tournament with a game against Hamilton High School in the gym at 7:30pm. Come out and cheer them on! Go Mariner Basketball!

2. Good luck today to the Lady Mariner Varsity girls soccer team as they take on Bishop Conaty. Go Mariner Soccer!

3. Good luck today to the Varsity Boys Soccer team as they begin the Beverly Hills – Westside

Tournament! Go Mariner Soccer!

4. Good luck today to the Varsity Girls Basketball team as they begin the Brentwood Eagles Tournament with a game against Venice HS! Go Mariner Basketball!

5. Good luck today to the JV Girls Basketball team as they continue the Cantwell Classic Tournament

with a game against Whittier HS! Go Lady Mariner Basketball!

6. Good luck today to the JV Boys Basketball team as they continue the Heritage Christian Classic Tournament with a game against Oaks Christian. Go Mariner Basketball!

7. Good luck today to the Freshman Boys Basketball team as they begin the City of Angels Freshman

Tip-‐Off Tournament today with a game against Loyola HS. Go Mariner Basketball!

8. Attention all athletes – your mandatory Christmas tree orders are due TOMORROW, Dec. 2 to the finance office. If you do not turn this in, your account will be charged.


for the spring musical, Legally Blond, Jr. on TOMORROW, December 2nd in room 33 during lunch. Important information regarding the audition process and audition dates will be discussed. Please fill out an audition form located outside of room 31 and bring to the meeting. This meeting is only for cast members. There will be a crew meeting in January.





12. It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the season than by giving back with the Drama Club’s annual toy drive! From December 2 to December 11, bring a gender-‐neutral toy to your religion classroom. Each class is assigned a certain age group: freshmen have 5 to 6 year olds, sophomores have 7 to 8 year olds, juniors have 9 to 10 year olds, and seniors have 11 to 12 year olds. Take this opportunity to show what the season is really about!

13. All National Honors Students, please listen carefully! We will have a mandatory meeting this

Wednesday, December 2nd during lunch. The meeting location will be announced by Wednesday morning. This is a MANDATORY meeting, so please grab your lunch and attend the meeting.

14. Thank you to all of our blood donors today! You are giving the gift of life!

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to sophomores Lizeth A and Alyssa C and junior Jamiel C!

2. Congratulations to the Lady Mariner Varsity Soccer team on their 7-‐ 0 win yesterday against Bishop Conaty. Special shout out to senior Lauren Langan for scoring two goals, and senior Jooje Locke, senior Sarahi Ortiz, junior Gracie Parker, freshman Gabriella Meza, and freshman Kate Romero for scoring one goal each. Also shout out to senior Cindy Gonzalez and sophomore Gabriella Anthony for the shutout. Go Mariner Soccer!

3. Good luck to the Mariner Varsity Boys basketball team today as they continue the St. Monica Classic tournament with a game at 7:30pm in the gym vs. South Gate HS. Come out and cheer your home team on!

4. Congratulations to Varsity Lady Mariner Basketball team on their 59-‐45 win against Venice HS.

Special shoutout to sophomore Lauren French who had 17pts and 10 rebounds and junior Brianna George who had 13pts and 10 rebounds. Good luck to them today as they continue the Brentwood Eagles Tournament with a game against Marymount HS at Marymount at 5pm.

5. Congratulations to the Boys JV and Varsity soccer teams following their excellent season opening

performances against Beverly Hills High School. The Varsity Boys settled for a 1-‐1 tie against the higher ranked Normans after an excellent team performance saw them dominate for long periods. Standout performances by Senior Midfielders Jamie Newman & Daniel Zand, along with the defensive trio of Junior Jake Elliot, & Freshmen Bobby Ruellas & Konnor Paris helped power the Mariners to a well-‐deserved tie. Junior Forward Kinzane Chopel scored the late equalizer on a perfect assist from Sophomore Midfielder Christian Ortiz. In the second match of the day the JV team put in a good team performance in a losing effort against a very good Beverly Hills side with Ruben Anuncibay having a standout performance in goal for the Mariners.

6. There will be a Cooking for Charity meeting today at lunch in room 12. Bring your lunches and see

you there!

7. Attention all athletes – your mandatory Christmas tree orders are due TODAY to the finance office. If you do not turn this in, your account will be charged.


for the spring musical, Legally Blond, Jr. TODAY, December 2nd in room 33 during lunch. Important information regarding the audition process and audition dates will be discussed. Please fill out an audition form located outside of room 31 and bring to the meeting. This meeting is only for cast members. There will be a crew meeting in January.

9. Hey Seniors! Congratulations to all of you who submitted your UC and CSU applications on time!

But remember ... this is just the beginning of the application process. You still need to send your SAT and/or ACT scores and communicate with the colleges through the university portals. Please refer to the November College Corner Newsletter for this important information. You can access this newsletter from the Guidance web page.

10. Hey (ASB member), would you love a trip to the East Coast to visit colleges and tour Boston and

New York City? Then sign up for the East Coast college trip, happening during spring break! With only a $99 deposit to reserve your spot, join your fellow sophomores and juniors on this fantastic trip. Please see Mr. Mendoza for a flyer or to learn more information.



12. It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the season than by giving back with the Drama Club’s annual toy drive! From December 2 to

December 11, bring a gender-‐neutral toy to your religion classroom. Each class is assigned a certain age group: freshmen have 5 to 6 year olds, sophomores have 7 to 8 year olds, juniors have 9 to 10 year olds, and seniors have 11 to 12 year olds. Take this opportunity to show what the season is really about!

13. NHS Members! Today's mandatory meeting will take place at lunch today in room 202. Grab your

lunch and go to room 202!

14. SENIORS! You have until FRIDAY to turn in your Name Verification for your Diploma.

Thursday, December 3, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to sophomore Joseph E, junior Alejandro R and senior Sarahi O!

2. Good luck today to Varsity Girls Basketball team, the Varsity Girls Soccer team, the Varsity Boys Soccer team, the JV Girls Basketball team, the JV Boys Basketball team, and the Frosh Boys Basketball team in their games today! Go Mariners!

3. Good luck today to the Varsity Boys basketball team today on the last day of the St. Monica Classic

Tournament. The game is at 3pm in the gym vs University High and this is your chance to cheer your team on-‐ it’s right after school on campus, so come out and show your Mariner spirit!








8. Attention all students: On Friday, December 11th, we are holding reconciliation in the spirit of the

Advent season. If you would like to participate in the sacrament of reconciliation, please sign up with your religion teacher. If your religion class meets period 1, period 2, or period 6, please sign up with Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura in the Campus Ministry office.


10. There is a Writer’s Circle meeting today in Room 30. Hope to see you all there!

11. Attention all club members – club pictures for the yearbook will begin tomorrow at lunch and

continue next week during lunches. Be sure to be present so you can represent your club in the yearbook. Tomorrow’s club pictures will be -‐ Academic Decathlon, Adopt A Platoon Club, Animation Club, BCS, and CSF. Meet in front of Trepp at the beginning of lunch. The first clubs set up and ready will go first.

12. Attention Mariner Ambassadors -‐ This Saturday is Open House. If you are not already assigned a

role during Open House, please see Mrs. Funaro today in the Admissions office! Mrs. Funaro will be in her office during breaks, lunch and after school.

13. Hey Mariners, there will be a BCS meeting today at lunch in room 32. Thanks!

Friday, December 4, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to senior Ricky A and freshman Isabella F! Happy birthday over the

weekend to sophomore Diego G!

2. Merry Christmas Mariners! The Performing Arts Department would like to invite you to their annual Christmas Concert featuring our musically talented SMCHS Choirs. The performance titled, An Evening of Holiday Cheer, will be on Wednesday, Dec. 9th at 7pm in the auditorium. Free to all who attend, we hope you come out and kick off the season with some spirited holiday tunes.











9. Attention all club members – club pictures for the yearbook will begin TODAY at lunch and

continue next week during lunches. Be sure to be present so you can represent your club in the yearbook. TODAY’s club pictures will be -‐ Academic Decathlon, Adopt A Platoon Club, Animation Club, BCS, and CSF. Meet in front of Trepp at the beginning of lunch. The first clubs set up and ready will go first.

10. Attention Sophomore Class Council-‐ There is a meeting today at lunch in Mr. Oliveros’s room.

11. There will be no student parking in the structure on Monday, December 7, 2015. Any student that parks in the structure will lose their parking privilege for a week.

Monday, December 7, 2015

1. Merry Christmas Mariners! The Performing Arts Department would like to invite you to their annual Christmas Concert featuring our musically talented SMCHS Choirs. The performance titled, An Evening of Holiday Cheer, will be on Wednesday, Dec. 9th at 7pm in the auditorium. Free to all who attend, we hope you come out and kick off the season with some spirited holiday tunes.

2. Hey Seniors! Congratulations to all of you who submitted your UC and CSU applications on time! But remember ... this is just the beginning of the application process. You still need to send your SAT and/or ACT scores and communicate with the colleges through the university portals. Please refer to the November College Corner Newsletter for this important information. You can access this newsletter from the Guidance web page.






6. Attention all students: On Friday, December 11th, we are holding reconciliation in the spirit of the Advent season. If you would like to participate in the sacrament of reconciliation, please sign up with your religion teacher. If your religion class meets period 1, period 2, or period 6, please sign up with Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura in the Campus Ministry office.

7. Attention all club members – club pictures for the yearbook will begin TODAY at lunch. The

pictures that were scheduled for last Friday will be taken today. Be sure to be present so you can represent your club in the yearbook. TODAY’s club pictures will be -‐ Academic Decathlon, Adopt A Platoon Club, Animation Club, BCS, and CSF. Meet in front of Trepp at the beginning of lunch. The first clubs set up and ready will go first.

8. Attention all class councils and ASB-‐ don’t forget that there is a Leadership meeting today after

school in the MLC. Class council pictures will be taken, so be sure to be present!

9. Today after school we are Decking the Halls for Christmas-‐ join your class council to help make our school look festive! The hallways will be judged for Spirit Tally points, so help make sure that your class’s hallway is the best!

10. Tomorrow is our Advent Mass. Don’t forget to wear mass attire!

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to juniors Natalya C, Christine I, Elias, O and Destiny R and to freshman Weiben C!

2. Boys soccer have an away game today against Inglewood HS with junior varsity kicking off at 4:30 p.m. and the varsity to follow at 6 p.m. Team bus will leave from the gym directly after school.

3. Merry Christmas Mariners! The Performing Arts Department would like to invite you to their annual Christmas Concert featuring our musically talented SMCHS Choirs. The performance titled, An Evening of Holiday Cheer, will be on Wednesday, Dec. 9th at 7pm in the auditorium. Free to all

who attend, we hope you come out and kick off the season with some spirited holiday tunes. Also, this concert is a Spirit Tally event, so be sure to come out and support your class!









9. Attention all club members – club pictures for the yearbook will be taken TODAY. Since we are

behind in the schedule listen to the list of clubs that will have their pictures taken today to make sure you are present: Acadeca, Adopt a Platoon, Animation, BCS, CSF, Computer Programming, Cooking for Charity, Drama, Engineering, and Fashion. Tomorrow will be all other clubs.

10. CSF members!! Listen carefully!! We will have a mandatory meeting on Wednesday 12/9 in room

202 during lunch. We don't have much time, so grab your lunch and immediately go to room 202.

11. Need a way to get in to the Christmas spirit? Well, we’ve got just the thing for you. Come out and sign up for Talent Thursday Christmas Edition. In this holiday special, we are opening up the mic to lip sync battles and Christmas rappers and no I’m not talking about presents. So make sure to stop by the MLC and secure your spot now!

12. There is a Survival Club TODAY at lunch. The Meeting location will either be Trepp or Ms.

Bobadilla's room. Check your email for more information!

13. Hey Mariners! At lunch on Thursday a doctor is coming to give a talk just for us! If you're one of our future doctors out there or are just interested in medicine, come stop by Dr Wilson’s room! This is hosted by the pre-‐med club but open to everyone, so see you all there!

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

1. Merry Christmas Mariners! The Performing Arts Department would like to invite you to their annual Christmas Concert featuring our musically talented SMCHS Choirs. The performance titled, An Evening of Holiday Cheer, is this evening at 7pm in the auditorium. Free to all who attend, we hope you come out and kick off the season with some spirited holiday tunes. Remember that it is a spirit tally event!

2. Thursday we are having tacos to tackle ALS! At lunch, for only $5 you cannot only enjoy a great meal, but also help assist in ALS research. Sign up with Mrs. Nuno or any ASB member to reserve your plate.






6. It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the season than by giving back with the Drama Club’s annual toy drive! From December 2 to

December 11, bring a gender-‐neutral toy to your religion classroom. Each class is assigned a certain age group: freshmen have 5 to 6 year olds, sophomores have 7 to 8 year olds, juniors have 9 to 10 year olds, and seniors have 11 to 12 year olds. Take this opportunity to show what the season is really about! Bring in a toy on Friday at lunch to the drama club table and receive candy in return!



8. Attention all club members – club pictures for the yearbook will continue TODAY. Clubs who will

have their pictures taken today are: Habitat for Humanity, Key Club, NHS, Nosotros, Pre-‐Med, Quiz Bowl, Rugby, Speech and Debate, Survival 101, Women’s Activist, Writer’s Circle, and Young Entrepreneurs.

9. CSF members!! Listen carefully!! We will have a mandatory meeting TODAY in room 202 during

lunch. We don't have much time, so grab your lunch and immediately go to room 202.

10. Need a way to get in to the Christmas spirit? Well, we’ve got just the thing for you. Come out and sign up for Talent Thursday Christmas Edition. In this holiday special, we are opening up the mic to lip sync battles and Christmas rappers and no I’m not talking about presents. So make sure to stop by the MLC and secure your spot now!

11. Hey Mariners! At lunch on Thursday a doctor is coming to give a talk just for us! If you're one of our

future doctors out there or are just interested in medicine, come stop by Dr. Wilson’s room! This is hosted by the pre-‐med club but open to everyone, so see you all there!

12. All Academic Decathlon students must meet in Ms. Diamant’s classroom tomorrow at lunch. Please

be prompt and bring your lunch.

13. All students submitting work for the annual art show at the Cathedral of our Lady of the Angels must come to a brief meeting after school on Thursday in room 43. If you miss this meeting your work may not go into the show.

Thursday, December 10, 2015

1. Happy birthday today to juniors Olivia F. and Noah H and freshman Maxwell M!

2. Congratulations to the Lady Mariner Basketball team on their 54-‐36 win against West Lake High School. The girls were led by senior Molly Tomlin who had 21 points and 5 steals, junior Faith Nduti who had 12 points, and senior Gloria Scipioni who had 7 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals. The girls' basketball team remains undefeated and will be playing tonight at 7:30 pm against Venice High School in your St. Monica gym, so come and show some love and support. Go Mariners!

3. Today we are having tacos to tackle ALS! If you haven’t paid, but signed up, be sure to have your $5. Thanks for helping support a great cause!


5. Have yourself a merry little Christmas today at lunch with a Christmas edition Talent Thursday!

Come cheer on your fellow Mariners and get in the holiday spirit!

6. Hey (ASB member), would you love a trip to the East Coast to visit colleges and tour Boston and New York City? Then sign up for the East Coast college trip, happening during spring break! With only a $99 deposit to reserve your spot, join your fellow sophomores and juniors on this fantastic trip. Please see Mr. Mendoza for a flyer or to learn more information.



8. Attention boys interested in playing volleyball: There is a meeting today at lunch in the gym. Please be prompt.

9. It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate

the season than by giving back with the Drama Club’s annual toy drive! From December 2 to December 11, bring a gender-‐neutral toy to your religion classroom. Each class is assigned a certain age group: freshmen have 5 to 6 year olds, sophomores have 7 to 8 year olds, juniors have 9 to 10 year olds, and seniors have 11 to 12 year olds. Take this opportunity to show what the season is really about! Bring in a toy on Friday at lunch to the drama club table and receive candy in return!

10. Attention all students: TOMORROW, December 11th, we are holding reconciliation in the spirit of

the Advent season. If you would like to participate in the sacrament of reconciliation, please sign up with your religion teacher. If your religion class meets period 1, period 2, or period 6, please sign up with Ms. Steele or Mr. Altamura in the Campus Ministry office.

11. Attention all club members – any club pictures that have not taken place yet will happen today at

lunch in front of Trepp.

12. Hey Mariners! At lunch today, a doctor is coming to give a talk just for us! If you're one of our future doctors out there or are just interested in medicine, come stop by Dr. Wilson’s room! This is hosted by the pre-‐med club but open to everyone, so see you all there!

13. All Academic Decathlon students must meet in Ms. Diamant’s classroom TODAY at lunch. Please be

prompt and bring your lunch.

14. All students submitting work for the annual art show at the Cathedral of our Lady of the Angels must come to a brief meeting after school TODAY in room 43. If you miss this meeting your work may not go into the show.

15. In honor of the holiday season, we are having a jeans and a holiday top alternative dress day for

only $1. Wear jeans or uniform bottoms and a festive Christmas top. Be sure to follow the handbook for alternative dress. Merry Christmas Mariners!

Friday, December 11, 2015

1. Happy birthday over the weekend to sophomore Sebastian D and seniors Jee Han L and Sophia B!






5. TODAY is the last day to participate in the Drama Club’s annual toy drive! Each class is assigned a certain age group: freshmen have 5 to 6 year olds, sophomores have 7 to 8 year olds, juniors have 9 to 10 year olds, and seniors have 11 to 12 year olds. Take this opportunity to show what the season is really about! Bring in a toy TODAY at lunch to the drama club table and receive candy in return!

6. Attention all athletes! All lockers in the gym must be emptied before you leave for Christmas break

as we will be beginning renovations. You must remove your lock and everything in your locker. Any locks or items left in lockers will be disposed.

7. Attention all seniors with structure parking privileges: You must turn your parking pass into Ms.

Santiesteban by Wednesday, December 16th by 12:30 PM. Any students that do not turn their pass in by then will not be eligible for the parking lottery during the Spring 2016 semester.

8. This is a reminder that next week is finals week! The schedule for testing on Monday is Period 1

final from 8:30 to 10am and Period 2 final from 10:30am to noon. Students are expected to come in regular uniform. Good luck and make sure to eat a good breakfast and get sleep!

9. These are the last announcements of 2015 Mariners-‐ Merry Christmas and see you all next year

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