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FROM THE PRINCIPAL: Ms. Rosemary Distaso-Libbon, Principal BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH SCHOOL JANUARY 2014 PARENT NEWSLETTER 5430 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90503 (310) 540 - 2021 www.bmhs-la.org Dear Parents, Happy New Year! We have begun 2014—a new year and a new semester—and the graduation year of the Class of 2014! I ask that you pray for the seniors and their parents as they continue with the college application process and await acceptance decisions. Our prayerful support is so important. You may have noticed the lights on the trees outside of my office in the front of the school. They were lit on Christmas Eve, December 24 th and will remain lit until the Feast of the Baptism of Christ, January 12 th which is the Church’s celebration of Christmas. Each of those lights represents a donor who has contributed to the Queen of Angels Tuition Assistance Fund since last December 24, 2012 through December 24, 2013. The lights signify our community’s thanks and our prayers for each of the donors and for their intentions. This is the second year of this new and lovely Bishop Montgomery tradition. I want to thank those of you who have commented that you read the Weekly Reflections that I post on the home page of the school website. I appreciate your generous comments and am so glad that I can offer at least this brief opportunity for spiritual reflection. When I write these reflections I pray for each h of you and want you to know how grateful I am for your presence in our community. Here are a few dates to note in January: January 8 th , Classes Resume, 8:45 a.m. start January 13 th , 7:45 Faculty Meeting, 8:45 a.m. start January 20 th , Martin Luther King Jr. Day—School Holiday January 25 th , High School Placement Exam 8:00am January 28 th , Junior Ring Mass, 8:00 a.m., gym As we begin this new year of 2014 and make our resolutions, it is good to remember that in spite of our resolutions, God has a plan for each of us. I always have to remember that my plan is not always God’s plan and it is my constant challenge to be open to God’s plan for me through prayer. God’s love for us is unconditional and so we trust in His promise to care for us no matter our challenges. I share this prayer because it reminds me that Christmas is a time to “feast on the refreshing waters, the rich food of the spirit,” to gather “strength to continue the pilgrimage” long after Christmas is over. I hope that this prayer speaks to you as much as it speaks to me.

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From the PrinciPal: Ms. Rosemary Distaso-Libbon, Principal

WHERE GREAT THINGS HAPPEN

BishoP montgomery high school

January 2014Parent newsletter

5430 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90503(310) 540 - 2021 www.bmhs-la.org

Dear Parents,

Happy New Year! We have begun 2014—a new year and a new semester—and the graduation year of the Class of 2014! I ask that you pray for the seniors and their parents as they continue with the college application process and await acceptance decisions. Our prayerful support is so important.

You may have noticed the lights on the trees outside of my office in the front of the school. They were lit on Christmas Eve, December 24th and will remain lit until the Feast of the Baptism of Christ, January 12th which is the Church’s celebration of Christmas. Each of those lights represents a donor who has contributed to the Queen of Angels Tuition Assistance Fund since last December 24, 2012 through December 24, 2013. The lights signify our community’s thanks and our prayers for each of the donors and for their intentions. This is the second year of this new and lovely Bishop Montgomery tradition.

I want to thank those of you who have commented that you read the Weekly Reflections that I post on the home page of the school website. I appreciate your generous comments and am so glad that I can offer at least this brief opportunity for spiritual reflection. When I write these reflections I pray for each h of you and want you to know how grateful I am for your presence in our community.

Here are a few dates to note in January:• January 8th, Classes Resume, 8:45 a.m. start• January 13th, 7:45 Faculty Meeting, 8:45 a.m. start• January 20th, Martin Luther King Jr. Day—School Holiday• January 25th, High School Placement Exam 8:00am• January 28th, Junior Ring Mass, 8:00 a.m., gym

As we begin this new year of 2014 and make our resolutions, it is good to remember that in spite of our resolutions, God has a plan for each of us. I always have to remember that my plan is not always God’s plan and it is my constant challenge to be open to God’s plan for me through prayer. God’s love for us is unconditional and so we trust in His promise to care for us no matter our challenges. I share this prayer because it reminds me that Christmas is a time to “feast on the refreshing waters, the rich food of the spirit,” to gather “strength to continue the pilgrimage” long after Christmas is over. I hope that this prayer speaks to you as much as it speaks to me.

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From the PrinciPal:Ms. Rosemary Distaso-Libbon, Principal

“Once they saw a star that pointed to a promised land, to a land of peace: peacemakers set out to follow that star, both a joyful and an arduous journey. Sometimes the star shines brightly, the promise seems certain, and the pilgrims can sing, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring God’s peace.” Often the star disappears, is clouded over, hidden from view, and the pilgrims grope blindly, grow discouraged, get weary, give thought to settling down, to forgetting the promise of peace.

One thing is certain: All pilgrims need nourishment to sustain their journey. An occasional oasis for the spirit is essential, a time to feast on the refreshing waters, the rich food of the spirit, in order to get the strength to continue the pilgrimage through darkness, star-shine or not.” --Mary Lou Kownacki, OSB, of Pax Christi

On behalf of the Bishop Montgomery Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Students, I wish you a Happy New Year filled with the many gifts that God’s blessings bring.

You are, as always, in my prayers.

Rosemary LibbonPrincipal

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guidance & curriculum: Ms. Yvette Vigón-Morffi - Vice Principal - ext. 231 Mrs. Casey Dunn - Guidance/Studies Coordinator - ext. 226

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College News:The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required for students who wish to receive financial assistance from a given college or university. The online application may be accessed at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. Similar to the college application process, the electronic application is the preferred method of submission. We will have a financial aid workshop on Thursday, January 23rd at 7:00pm in Retreat Ctr. This will begin with a general presentation that covers the role of financial aid, cost of attendance, expected family contribution, financial aid resources, and the financial aid application process. The evening will conclude with a FAFSA presentation that walks parents and students through the FAFSA, line by line.Work Permits:Is your student looking for work? Work permit applications are found in Academics, Guidance section of the BMHS website. If you need a work permit you must first download and complete the form before making an appointment to see your counselor.

Important dates:Wednesday, January 8, 2014 Classes resume 8:45am startFriday, January 17, 2014 Midyear reports/transcript request dueMonday, January 20, 2014 Martin Luther King Jr. HolidayThursday, January 23, 2014 Financial Aid Wkshp(seniors only) 7:00pm Retreat Center

We wish you a happy and healthy 2014!

Sincerely,

Yvette Vigon-MorffiVice Principal

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disciPline: Ms. Betty Behen - Dean of Women - ext. 234 Mr. Lee Flores - Dean of Men - ext. 232

Attendance: Be sure to call in your student’s absence or tardy directly to the Attendance Office at 540-2021, ext. 233, or 540-3070 in the morning. We have 24-hour voice mail for your convenience. Also, a phone call does not necessarily excuse an absence or tardy. It merely lets us know that the parent/guardian was aware of the absence or tardy. The nature of the absence or tardy (excused or unexcused) will be determined by the Deans and Attendance Office. Failure to call the Attendance Office the day of your student’s absence will be unexcused. Refer to your Parent-Student Handbook (pages 11-12) for what constitutes an “excused” absence or tardy.

Detentions: Detentions are to be served on or before the date indicated on the violation or referral slip. It is the responsibility of the student to make alternate arrangements for transportation if a detention is to be served. Disregard for assigned detentions may result in probation. Please note that detentions take precedence over sports practices and school activities (Parent-Student Handbook, page 14).

No Messages. The Attendance Office and the Front Office staff do not deliver messages during the day. It is time consuming and disruptive to classes.

Prom Time. Prom is just around the corner. As a reminder, “the school does not permit the renting of hotel rooms or other facilities for students’ use for activities before or after Bishop Montgomery dances... The school does not assume responsibility or liability for damages, loss of property, or injury caused when such rental agreements are incurred by students or their parents.” (Parent-Student Handbook, page. 20)

Prom Dress Attire. The dance is formal.

Gentlemen are required to wear tuxes or suits. Ties are required unless dress shirts with a mandarin collar are worn. Gentlemen may not wear earrings, sunglasses, hats, gloves nor may they carry canes.Ladies may wear two pairs of earrings but may not wear earrings in the upper earlobe. Fitted dresses may not be excessively tight. Dresses should be comfortable for dancing and sitting. The slit on the dress may not exceed two inches above the knee. The length of the dress MUST BE AT THE KNEE (MAY NOT BE ABOVE THE KNEE). Sleeveless and strapless dresses are permitted provided that the bodice appropriately covers the chest and back. Backless dresses are NOT PERMITTED AND may not fall below mid-back. Ladies are reminded that the display of excessive cleavage is inappropriate and unbecoming. Dresses may not show a bare midriff or contain cutouts, which expose the torso (FRONT OR BACK). Additionally, the dress material which covers the chest to KNEE area must be opaque not transparent (mesh or chiffon style material is not permitted in this area).Dress shoes are required for ladies and gentlemen. The hotel requires that shoes remain on at all times while on the premises. Students’ attire should be appropriate, modest and in good taste.Please do not assume any liberties with these guidelines when you or (in the case of gentlemen with guest passes) your date purchase dress attire. All non-BMHS guests are required to conform to these guidelines. Anyone not adhering to the above stated guidelines will not be permitted to enter the dance, and will be sent home. In these cases the bid money will not be refunded. Freshmen may not attend the Senior Prom dance.The school reserves the right to refuse admittance to any person not properly attired.

*****STUDENT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP PROCEDURES*****

Drop-off Procedures

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disciPline: Ms. Betty Behen - Dean of Women - ext. 234Mr. Lee Flores - Dean of Men - ext. 232

Parents driving west on Torrance Blvd.1. Parents driving west on Torrance Blvd., who are making a left turn, can come

into the campus.2. Parents may not make a left turn into the East Parking Lot.3. Parents must drive onto the campus and continue driving until they have arrived

to the designated drop-off point located in the East Parking Lot.4. Drop-offs are prohibited in front of the school. Parents must drop-off students

in the designated passenger drop-off points located in the East Parking lot adjacent to the school. Parents will enter the East Parking Lot through the northeast entrance by the marquee.

5. The Security staff will be available to control traffic

Parents driving east on Torrance Blvd.1. Parents driving east on Torrance Blvd. cannot enter the campus. All parents

driving east on Torrance Blvd. must proceed to enter the East Parking Lot in order to drop-off their students in the designated drop-off points. Students may not be dropped-off on Torrance Blvd.

Please note that U-turns are not permitted. The only legal place to make a U-turn is on Prospect.

Exiting the East Parking Lot1. All drivers exiting the East Parking Lot must make a right turn only. Cars may not

proceed onto the street until they have stopped at the stop sign.2. Please do not merge to make a left on Henrietta, as attempting to do so will cause a delay for the other parents who are attempting to exit.

Picking-up and Dropping-off Off-Campus:All parents should pick-up and drop-off their students on-campus. To avoid the last minute rush, we encourage you to arrive before 7:30AM. The traffic flow on Torrance Blvd. is heavier after this time and may affect how quickly you are able to exit the campus. If you decide to pick-up or drop-off your students anywhere else, please refrain from picking up or dropping off your students at our neighboring businesses or residential driveways as this creates an inconvenience for our neighbors. Please respect the property of our neighbors by refraining from moving trashcans, taking property, littering, or parking or pulling into our neighbors’ driveways. Also, please make sure to drop-off your students in areas that are safe and legal. We have received many reports that there have been BMHS parents or carpools driving recklessly on Palos Verdes Boulevard and students are being dropped-off by their parents/carpool drivers illegally by the red curb zones, in front of fire hydrants or in the middle of the street. In the interest of the safety of all pedestrians and drivers and as a courtesy to our neighbors, students should be dropped-off on campus. Students whose parents fail to comply with the pick-up and drop-off procedures will be dealt with on campus. The Torrance Police Department has also been contacted and they have informed us that they will be citing drivers along Torrance Boulevard, Henrietta and Palos Verdes Boulevard. It is essential to give our neighbors the same respect and courtesy that we expect from each other on campus.

Lastly, in the interest of our students’ safety, we also would like for you to remind your children to obey all traffic and pedestrian laws. Many students are crossing the street when the signal light is red or are not using the appropriate crosswalks. We have received phone calls from parents, faculty, and residents concerned over our students’ safety. Please remind them to follow all traffic and pedestrian laws.

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activities: Mrs. Milana McDermott - Dean of Student Life - ext. 273

Happy New Year from the Activities Department! I hope that you have had a blessed and joyful holiday season and wish you a very prosperous 2014.

BARNES AND NOBLE BOOK FAIRThanks to those of you who supported the Bishop Montgomery Bookfair held at Barnes & Noble on December 10th. Special thanks goes to the students from ASB, Bishop Bibliophiles, Campus Ministry, Dumbledore’s Army, Harbor Interfaith Services, Band and music production who participated by wrapping gifts, singing Christmas Carols and reading Christmas stories to children. This event helped raise money so that an underprivileged Catholic elementary school can purchase new books for their classrooms and library. Your participation and support is much appreciated.

Here are some important dates for this month:

SONG TEAM AND SHORT FLAGSJanuary starts competition season for our talented Spirit Squads. They will be announcing their competition dates during morning announcements. We invite you to come support them as they represent Bishop Montgomery.

JUNIOR RINGSJosten’s will be outside of the Activities Office in January to collect ring balances and distribute rings. Please note the date and remind your student that they should not miss this opportunity to pay their balance and pick up their ring so they have them for the Mass and Junior Ring Blessing on January 28th.

Thursday, January 23rd - Jostens will collect payments and distribute rings before school and during lunch

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETYBishop Montgomery proudly announced its first chapter of the National Honor Society last year. “The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character.” Information about Bishop’s Chapter - organization, qualifications, and requirements - can be found on the school website under Academics. Application forms are due in the Activities Office by January 14th. Please see Mrs. McDermott or Mrs. Reano if you have any questions.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK/WINTER SPIRIT WEEKBishop Montgomery will celebrate Winter Spirit Week during Catholic Schools Week January 27th – 31st. This week will promote our Catholic identity, school spirit, recognize our winter athletic teams, and enjoy some fun activities. Everyone is looking forward to the 5th Annual Student vs. Faculty Volleyball Match on Friday, January 31st! Come out and support your favorite team!GO KNIGHTS!

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athletics: Mr. Steve Miller - Athletic Director - ext. Mr. Ed Hodgkiss - Assistant Athletic Director - ext. 260 Mr. Arnold Ale - Assistant Athletic Director - ext.

Bishop Montgomery winter sports are concluding their pre-league games. January begins league play for Knights Basketball and Soccer. Now is the time to check out our student athletes in action. All game times can be found in the back of this newsletter.

Boys Basketball is off to a fast start winning the prestigious Westchester Tournament. Girls Soccer beat cross town rival Mira Costa and the Boys Soccer Team posted a win against South Torrance.

On December 9th all fall sports had their end of the season banquets. Louie Soto of Football and Ann Leoncio of Golf received Male and Female Distinguished Athletes of the fall season. Once again, coaches were able to hand out many scholar athlete awards as well.

You’re able to find all rosters and sports news on the BMHS website.

Go Knights

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develoPment: Mr. Andy Marafino - Director of Development and Alumni - ext. 246 Mrs. Amy Traxler - Assistant to the Director of Development and Public Relations - ext. 249 Mrs. Dione Dierks - Assistant to the Director of Development and Public Relations - ext. 249

Queen of Angels Tuition Assistance FundThe Queen of Angels Tuition Assistance Fund was created in 2012 in order to help current Bishop Montgomery students. Since the fund was created, over $265,000 has been donated by Bishop Montgomery parents, past parents, alumni and friends. Once again, we are asking you, our current BMHS parents, for your support of this important fund. In the coming weeks you will be receiving a Queen of Angels Tuition Assistance letter from Ms. Libbon (if you already have not received it). We ask that you consider making a gift of between $50-$100. However, any gift that you are comfortable making is a blessing and will make an impact in the lives of our students.

We thank all of you who have given to this fund in the past and we look forward to your continued support.

As always, all gifts to Bishop Montgomery are tax-deductible as we are a 501 (c)(3) organization.

We thank you for your support of Bishop Montgomery and your commitment to Catholic education.

AP Course Exams:

The fee for each AP exam is $100. All students enrolled in AP courses(except for AP Government & AP Economics) are required to take the AP exam. The payment deadline for ALL AP exams is Friday, February 21, 2014. Students must submit the to-tal payment to the Student Store by Friday, February 21, 2014. Please note that many students are taking several exams and the complete payment is due on February 21st.

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PerForming arts: Mr. Eric Hankey - Instrumental and Vocal Music Director

Happy New Year!

The fall of 2013 was incredibly busy and successful for the music department, and we’re looking forward to a great Spring 2014 semester! Watch for these events:

- SCSBOA Solo & Ensemble Festival here at BMHS- Winterguard competitions- Indoor Drumline competitions- Wind Ensemble festival at the Armstrong Theater

And, the big Music Department Trip for the spring:San Francisco and Santa Cruz! March 13-16, 2014

Music Department Booster Club The “Knight Music” Booster Club includes parents of members of Band, Winter Guard, Jazz Band, Jazz Combo, Drumline, and Music Production. Their meetings are usually on the last Monday of the month at 6:00 pm in the Convent – additional meetings are scheduled as needed. The next meeting is Monday, January 27, 2014 – please join them to help keep the many projects they organize rolling.

Things We NeedAs always, we are grateful for any musical equipment and cash donations – they are also always graciously

accepted, and are eligible for tax deductions. At this point, we are also seeking additional equipment to expand our recording studio capabilities – please contact us if you may be able to help. Thanks!

“Like” Our Facebook Page! Remember – now you can go to the official BMHS Music Department Facebook Page: Just search “Bishop Montgomery Music”! All of our pictures and videos from all of our groups, as well as up-to-the-minute information about events and activities – “Like” us!

We’re always practicing, planning, and organizing, including school concerts, local performances, competitions, parades, tours, and lots of other important things – come on up any day before or after school, 6:30-7:50am or 2:15-4:00pm (although we’re often there earlier and later.) Please email Mr. Hankey about anything at [email protected].

Happy New Semester – We’ll Make The Most Of It!

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camPus ministry: Dorothy Morski - Campus Minister - ext. 243 Fr. Richard Sunwoo - Chaplain - ext. 236

Happy New Year to all. As we begin the month of January with solemnity of Mary Mother of God on January 1st may we all seek to follow Mary’s example to magnify the Lord in all of our actions and to seek daily to be filled with God’s grace. Everyday our PA announcements end with Mary, Queen of Angels Pray for Us. It is our trust and our hope that Mary’s protection and guidance is with us daily. This January we prepare for Catholic School’s Week and our Junior Ring celebration on January 28th. The Theme that the Bishop’s have chosen for 2014 is : “Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service.” This is certainly a hallmark of Bishop Montgomery and we are blessed to have such a wonderful faith community who seeks knowledge and puts into practice what we preach by our caring actions. January 15th and 29th are our next Denim Days. These are excellent ways we as a community help those in need. Please pray for our Kairos preparations. We rely on your prayers and are happy to announce that the student team leading the February Kairos retreat are: Cassidy Pfahler, Allison Henry, ClaireThatcher, Michael Lara, Peter Sarmiento, Lily Urquizo & Rizza Biscocho.

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technology: John Hong - Technology Committee Chair - ext. 276

yearBook: John Hong - Yearbook Advisor - ext. 276

Pre-order your yearbook on your upcoming tuition payment. You can pre-order your yearbook until your Feb-ruary tuition payment for $125. After February, the price increases to $150 and you aren’t guaranteed a year-book. Last year, we sold out of books. Don’t get left out on all of this year’s memories!

The names of Yearbook Pre-orders is posted in the 2nd building hallway. Please have your student check the list to make sure they have pre-ordered a yearbook.

Alexa Johnson, Assistant to the Technology Committee Chair, has graciously committed to help train our stu-dents and faculty in using their Google Drive accounts. We have begun training all the English teachers and their students. By second semester, all students will be familiar with their Google accounts and will be able to use them for any of their classes and assignments. Alexa will also be training and giving workshops to our faculty on how to use their devices and educational apps in the classroom.

The following are some areas that the Technology Committee has been working on:• We have begun receiving bids from technology utility companies for the E-Rate and California Telecon-

nect Fund programs. These two programs offer discounted technology utilities for schools and libraries. After all the bids have been received, we will review them and select the companies that best compliment our school’s technology needs.

• We have also begun the process for updating the wireless infrastructure at our school. Mike Ricci, Data Ana-lyst from Marymount California University, has inspected our current setup and has been advising us in what areas need to be upgraded. We are very thankful for his generosity and assistance.

• We would like to thank Mr. Ron Alpine for donating a Canon inkjet printer to Bishop Montgomery’s Publica-tions and graphic design department. With this printer, we will now be able to print our own photo quality posters in-house. Ron is a former Bishop parent of alumni Mike Zuanich ‘04 and Robbie Alpine ‘12.

• Our principal, Ms. Rosemary Libbon, has informed us that the proceeds from our Auction for Education event this year will go to upgrading the technology at our school. Please support this event by making donations for the auction and by bidding on the items. Visit our school’s website for more information about the event.

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Please help support BMHS by donating to our Auction for Education online event

and earn PSI hours.

Your generous contribution will help to improve the technology at our school and

enhance the learning of our students.

Please help support BMHS by donating to our Auction for Education online event

and earn PSI hours.

Your generous contribution will help to improve the technology at our school and

enhance the learning of our students.

Please click here or visit www.bmhs-la.org for more information.

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November 22, 2013

Dear Community Partner,

From February 20th ­ February 28th, 2014, Bishop Montgomery High School will launch ourannual fundraising event. This very important Auction for Education online event supportsprojects and programs essential to continuing our tradition of academic excellence.

Each year, the funds we raise immediately benefit our student body of more than 1,000 youngmen and women. As a leading educational institution in the South Bay, we continually strive tohonor our commitment to provide our students, their families, our alumni and our communitywith a school of which they can be proud.

We would like to ask for your support with a donation to our Auction for Education onlineevent. Your donation will provide resources that will enrich our students’ excellenteducation.

Enclosed is a donor form to use as a receipt for your records. If you represent a business, this isan excellent advertising opportunity for you and your company. Your company will be publishedon the online auction website with over 400,000 active members, BMHS website, newsletter,magazine, and social media reviewed by students, families, and alumni throughout the world.

Please feel free to email me at shong@bmhs­la.org if you have any questions regarding theAuction for Education online event or require pick up of your donation.

Thank you in advance for your consideration and support of Bishop Montgomery High School.

Sue Hong2014 Auction for Education Committee

Bishop Montgomery is a non­profit organization and provides no goods or services in exchange for this contribution.This acknowledgement of your contribution is provided pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 170 (f)(8)

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BMHS Online Auction Donation Form 2014

Please complete the following form and return the top copy along with your donation by February 5, 2014

Donor is responsible for complying with IRS regulations. BMHS’ federal tax ID #95-20058u

Mail or deliver to Bishop Montgomery High School: 5430 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, CA 90503

Thank you very much for your support of Bishop Montgomery High School

Student Information (for PSI hours / will not be published):

Student Name: Grade:

Please provide information as you would like it to be published:

(the name submitted above will be on our online auction website, BMHS newsletters, website, and publications)Name to be Published:

Name of the Item:

Estimated Value:

Description of Item:

Contact Information (will not be published):

Name:

Address:

City:

State: Zip/Postal Code:

Phone:

Email:

PLEASE PRINT OUT A COPY OF THIS FORM WHEN DONATING AN ITEM

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CELEBRATE THE START OF 2014… JAN 27th @ 7 PM! “Just Desserts” will be provided by the FRESHMAN moms...!

“Holly Jolly Christmas” ~ Christmas Luncheon & Craft Fair Highlights! See more Facebook at “BMHS MOTHERS CLUB”

We begin 2014 with our Student Appreciation Day on January 31st... Let’s start the New Year together and make 2014 a BMHS year to remember… PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: CO-PRESIDENTs: MONICA SWAFFORD & JUDY TOLIN [email protected] “In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 (NIV)

Just a sampling of the beautiful tables at our Luncheon on Dec. 7th, which was a great success!

All made possible by our hundreds of volunteers,

creative and generous table hostesses, fantastic offerings by our loyal vendors, and a great

on-site caterer Xenia for Rosas Cafe

There is not enough room here to thank each and every one of you personally, but you know

who you are!

Many of our BMHS parents, and alumni, went above and beyond the call, staying past their assigned shifts, to make

this event a special time for all those attending. Thank you and

God Bless you all!

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DRIVER’S EDUCATION - 2014Tuesdays – Wednesdays – Thursdays

(2:15 – 3:35)

START: March 4 (Tuesday)

END: May 8 (Thursday)

24 Total Days

NO CLASS: Wednesday, April 16 Thursday, April 17 (Holy Thursday) Tuesday, April 22 (Easter Vacation) Wednesday, April 23 (Easter Vacation) Thursday, April 24 (Easter Vacation) Tuesday, April 29 (Easter Vacation)

PRICE: $200.00

Textbook: $37.00 (Books must be ordered no later than Feb. 13)

REGISTRATION: Begins in the Bookstore – January 27, 2014

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3 4

5 6 Epiphany In-service Student H

oliday 7 In-service Student H

oliday 8 p. 1 #2 8:45am

Classes R

esume 9 p. 6

10 p. 5 #4 8:00am

start/12:45 Dism

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11 Tuition Late Fee

12 13 p. 4 #2 7:45am

Fac. Mtg.

8:45am Start

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Acad. R

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Curr. M

tg. Im

prov @ lunch

16 p. 5, 6, 1 #5 N

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Fac/Dept. M

tg. 10:00am

9th grade apps due

17 p. 1 #4 8:00am

start/12:45 Dism

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idyear repts/transcript req. due

18 W

inter Guard opening

competition

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LK Jr. D

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oliday

21 p. 6 Sr. V

alentine grams until 2/5

22 p. 5 Last day for class changes

23 p. 4 Jostens Jr. ring delivery 7:00pm

Financial Aid w

kshp.(sr. only R

etreat Ctr.)

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start/12:45 Dism

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lass Color D

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Jr. Ring Mass

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in. Off

p. 3, 4

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1:00pm Fac vs Stud V

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Black &

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Christm

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CSF sign-ups

Lab Days 8:45am

—2:20pm

CSF sign-ups

Catholic Schools W

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