American Heart Association Sweetheart Program

The American Heart Association is looking for sophomore girls (2008 - 2009 school year) that are interested in participating in the Sweetheart program. The program emphasizes health, as well as social and community obligations. The cost is $2000 per girl for the year, but scholarships may be available. If you are interested in information or being nominated for this program, please contact Mrs. Harshberger at harshbergerv@bcchs.org or call her at 722-2390 x 109.

 

 

BCCHS’s Nancy Diepenbrock 

Named Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction

 

Teacher Nancy Diepenbrock of Bishop Carroll Catholic High School in Wichita, KS, was recently selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).  A role model to pupils, Diepenbrock was nominated by student Anh Nguyen for outstanding dedication and commitment to excellence in the classroom.

Each year, student members of NSHSS have the opportunity to nominate the educator who had made the most significant contribution to their academic career.  The Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction award recognizes teacher role models who have made a lasting difference in their classroom by encouraging students to strive for excellence.

“Dedicated educators who exhibit a commitment to excellence deserve our highest praise and appreciation,” said NSHSS President James Lewis.  “We’re excited to provide an ongoing means to do so, and we encourage our members to nominate teachers who have contributed to their academic success.”

Formed in 2002, The National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level, and potential for the betterment of themselves and the world.  Currently, there are more than 450,000 Society members in 180 countries.  NSHSS also provides scholarship opportunities for deserving young people.  For more information about NSHSS visit www.nshss.org.

 

 


How to make the most of your summer

 

Once again, summer is almost here. Many students have deferred counting days to counting hours until the final bell on Thursday, May 22. Once school’s out, students will be free from uniforms, homework, tests, and 7:55 morning bells – at least for three more months.

 

Last year, before school was dismissed for the summer, Fr. Jarrod Lies gave Carroll students a list of four things that he wanted students to accomplish this summer: “Rest, play, work, and pray.”

 

This year, before students are released for the summer, your Bishop Carroll Community Journalism Community Class has provided a list of activities for students to do this summer that will incorporate Fr. Jarrod’s idea of “rest, play, work, and pray.”

 

Rest

By Patrick Berry

Community Journalism

 

  1. Lazy River at the pool- Both Rock River Rapids in Derby and the Northwest YMCA have great ones.

  2. Sleep, a lot. If you go to weights at Carroll at 6:30 a.m. just go home and go back to sleep after.

  3. Get a hammock and some lemonade and chillax in the yard, maybe put on some Jack Johnson or read a book.

 

 

Photo by Caitlin Dorn

  1. Lay by a pool and tan. It is really relaxing.

  2. Massages, whether you find a friend who will do that or go to a professional masseuse, who doesn’t love a good massage? The mall usually has some acupressure kiosks where you can stop and get one, if you don’t mind people staring as they shop.

 

Play

By Rachel McVey

Community Journalism

 

  1. Pool- Going to the pool is the most popular event for the summertime. You can splash around with some friends or just lay in the sun, relaxing, and soaking up some rays to get a nice summer glow.

  2. Movies- Summertime is the best time to go catch a movie with friends. Since there is no school you can catch your most anticipated summer flick with out paying the outrageous nighttime prices.

  3. Mall- Walking around in a nice air-conditioned building looking at all the latest summer fashions is a great summer activity. It is a fun way to hang out with friends and family and try on some crazy outfits.

  4. Pick-up Games- Soccer, basketball, baseball, or volleyball – these sports are a great way to get some friends together and hang out in the nice summer weather.

 

 

Photo by Rachel McVey

 

  1. Amusement Park- These fun and exciting parks get your heart racing and adrenaline pumping with all the games and rides. Though there are no parks located in Wichita, it makes for a fun day trip up to Kansas City or Oklahoma.

 

 

Photo by Rachel McVey

 

Work

By Katie Reilley

Community Journalism

 

Working this summer does not have to mean a boring, strenuous job. Instead, students should find jobs that suit their personalities and their skills.

1.)    Life guarding—This job is perfect for anyone who loves the pool and to tan. The downside is the amount of training and having to deal with kids running by the pool.

2.)    Babysitting—Responsibility is a must for any babysitter, but it is a great training tool for anyone wanting to be a parent.

 

 

Photo by Caitlin Dorn

3.)    Retail assistant—Air conditioned stores are great during the humid Kansas summers, plus the employee discount!

4.)    Movie theatre—Between work, employees could always catch part of the new summer flick.

5.)    Restaurant hostess—Leading people to their tables isn’t too hard, and you get paid for it.

 

Pray

By Corinne Westeman

Community Journalism

  1. Daily Mass – While many parishes have early morning Masses, others like St. Francis of Assisi also have a 5:30 p.m. Mass. So, even if you’re not an early morning riser or you just want those extra minutes of sleep, make sure that you still keep your faith your number one priority.

 

 

Photo by Corinne Westeman

 

  1. Adoration – Whether you go in for an hour or a minute, the Adoration Chapel is always open! Take a friend or two and spend an hour with Jesus in Adoration.

  2. Liturgy of the Hours – Ask Father Jarrod if you can borrow a Christian Prayer book for the summer and start praying Morning Prayer over the summer. And if you’re not a morning person, the books also contain Evening Prayer and Night Prayer.

 

 

Photo by Corinne Westeman

  1. Rosary/Pilgrimage – Take a group to a local church and pray a rosary while you’re there. Not only will you have a lot of fun, but you could also gain a plenary indulgence for it. Several rural churches around Wichita are very beautiful and old, so you should definitely make an effort to go see them.

  2. Devotional Reading – So maybe it doesn’t have to be a Vatican II document, but perhaps you can pick up one of Pope Benedict XVI’s new encyclicals or another religious book. Check out the Holy Trinity Bookstore or ask your pastor for recommendations.