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Title:	Varsity Girls Soccer Is On The MOVE-Team To Face Mundelein High School in Sectional Championship
Message:	Mundelein, IL-5/21/2008 Carmel students and parents encouraged to cheer on the 20-1 Varsity Girls Soccer team at the Sectional Championship game on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 6 p.m. on the Libertyville High School soccer field. Under the leadership of ESCC Coach of the Year, Mr. John Halloran, the Varsity soccer team has excelled throughout the season and they have set their sights to keep on winning. Please make plans to cheer the girls on to victory!

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Varsity Girls Soccer Is On The MOVE-Team To Face Mundelein High School in Sectional Championship

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Mundelein, IL-5/21/2008

Carmel students and parents encouraged to cheer on the 20-1 Varsity Girls Soccer team at the Sectional Championship game on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 6 p.m. on the Libertyville High School soccer field. Under the leadership of ESCC Coach of the Year, Mr. John Halloran, the Varsity soccer team has excelled throughout the season and they have set their sights to keep on winning. Please make plans to cheer the girls on to victory!

Title:	Memorial Service Planned for Carmel’s Beloved Teacher…Coach…Friend Mr. Joe Scordino
Message:	Mundelein, IL-May 21,2008 Please join the Carmel Catholic High School community to pay tribute to Mr. Joe Scordino who passed away on May 16, 2008 at the age of 61. The Joe Scordino Memorial Gathering will take place at Carmel Catholic High School in the Patrick A. Salvi Arena on Friday, May 23 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Joe Scordino Memorial Prayer Service will begin at 7 p.m. also in the Salvi Arena. The community is welcome and encouraged to attend. The Memorial Service for Mr. Scordino will begin with liturgical readings and prayers. A short homily will follow and then there will be a series of speakers who will pay tribute to Mr. Scordino. At the conclusion of the reflections, there will be a short committal service. Immediately following the memorial service, there will be a catered reception in Carmel's Wrestling Room for those who wish to attend. These arrangements were made in accord with Mr. Scordino's family.

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Memorial Service Planned for Carmel’s Beloved Teacher…Coach…Friend Mr. Joe Scordino

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Mundelein, IL-May 21,2008

Please join the Carmel Catholic High School community to pay tribute to Mr. Joe Scordino who passed away on May 16, 2008 at the age of 61. The Joe Scordino Memorial Gathering will take place at Carmel Catholic High School in the Patrick A. Salvi Arena on Friday, May 23 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Joe Scordino Memorial Prayer Service will begin at 7 p.m. also in the Salvi Arena. The community is welcome and encouraged to attend.

The Memorial Service for Mr. Scordino will begin with liturgical readings and prayers. A short homily will follow and then there will be a series of speakers who will pay tribute to Mr. Scordino. At the conclusion of the reflections, there will be a short committal service. Immediately following the memorial service, there will be a catered reception in Carmel's Wrestling Room for those who wish to attend. These arrangements were made in accord with Mr. Scordino's family.

Title:	Carmel’s Diversity Club Promotes Inclusion…Tolerance…Acceptance
Message:	Mundelein, IL- 5/7/2008-Carmel Catholic High School's Diversity Club, organized as a pilot club during the 2006-2007 school year, has firmly established itself as an active club with an important message and mission-to promote inclusion, tolerance and acceptance of everyone. Through various activities, the club strives to help Carmel students embrace this attitude. "The Diversity Club is one of Carmel Catholic's newest clubs and we are very proud that so many students have taken an interest in this club. Former Carmel President, Sister Mary Fran McLaughlin, proposed the idea for a Diversity Club to the Board of Directors. The Board immediately adopted this diversity initiative and the school formed a Diversity Committee of faculty, administrators and students to discuss issues related to diversity," explains David Sizemore, Director of Pre-Admissions and Student Activities. According to Diversity Club Moderator, Mrs. Christine Hartnett, the most wonderful part of the Diversity Club is its members. "These are students who are interested in making a difference at Carmel and in the community. They are committed to promoting the positive interaction of students based on mutual respect and equal status. This is part of our mission," she said. During Carmel's celebration of International Week, the Diversity Club presented an all-school assembly promoting the theme—"Diversity: It's Deeper Than Skin." The event proved to be the highlight of the week. Keynote speaker, Dr. Leon Bass, delivered a compelling lecture promoting the Diversity Clubs major themes-inclusion, tolerance, and unconditional acceptance of everyone. Dr. Bass is noted for speaking of his experiences as an African-American soldier in World War 11, the Korean War, and as an eyewitness to the atrocities in the Buchenwald concentration camp during World War 11. Since his retirement in 1981, Dr. Bass has spoken extensively on the subjects of racism and the Holocaust. "Dr. Bass had complete command of the Carmel student body. His lecture was so authentic because he was an eyewitness to many forms of oppression and this gave him significant credibility with the students," Mr. Sizemore said. In addition to the Diversity Assembly, the club has participated in an exchange program with St. Martin de Porres High School for the past two years. St. Martin de Porres is a Catholic, co-educational preparatory school in Waukegan. In February, eleven St. Martin de Porres students shadowed at Carmel and in April six Carmel students shadowed at St. Martin de Porres. It was a memorable and worthwhile experience for all involved.

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Carmel’s Diversity Club Promotes Inclusion…Tolerance…Acceptance

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Mundelein, IL- 5/7/2008-Carmel Catholic High School's Diversity Club, organized as a pilot club during the 2006-2007 school year, has firmly established itself as an active club with an important message and mission-to promote inclusion, tolerance and acceptance of everyone. Through various activities, the club strives to help Carmel students embrace this attitude.

"The Diversity Club is one of Carmel Catholic's newest clubs and we are very proud that so many students have taken an interest in this club. Former Carmel President, Sister Mary Fran McLaughlin, proposed the idea for a Diversity Club to the Board of Directors. The Board immediately adopted this diversity initiative and the school formed a Diversity Committee of faculty, administrators and students to discuss issues related to diversity," explains David Sizemore, Director of Pre-Admissions and Student Activities.

According to Diversity Club Moderator, Mrs. Christine Hartnett, the most wonderful part of the Diversity Club is its members. "These are students who are interested in making a difference at Carmel and in the community. They are committed to promoting the positive interaction of students based on mutual respect and equal status. This is part of our mission," she said.

During Carmel's celebration of International Week, the Diversity Club presented an all-school assembly promoting the theme—"Diversity: It's Deeper Than Skin." The event proved to be the highlight of the week. Keynote speaker, Dr. Leon Bass, delivered a compelling lecture promoting the Diversity Clubs major themes-inclusion, tolerance, and unconditional acceptance of everyone.

Dr. Bass is noted for speaking of his experiences as an African-American soldier in World War 11, the Korean War, and as an eyewitness to the atrocities in the Buchenwald concentration camp during World War 11. Since his retirement in 1981, Dr. Bass has spoken extensively on the subjects of racism and the Holocaust.

"Dr. Bass had complete command of the Carmel student body. His lecture was so authentic because he was an eyewitness to many forms of oppression and this gave him significant credibility with the students," Mr. Sizemore said. In addition to the Diversity Assembly, the club has participated in an exchange program with St. Martin de Porres High School for the past two years. St. Martin de Porres is a Catholic, co-educational preparatory school in Waukegan. In February, eleven St. Martin de Porres students shadowed at Carmel and in April six Carmel students shadowed at St. Martin de Porres. It was a memorable and worthwhile experience for all involved.

Title:	Carmel Catholic High School Selects New Principal
Message:	Mundelein, IL-4/14/08-Carmel Catholic High School President, Judith Mucheck, Ph.D. recently announced that Associate Principal Lynne Strutzel will assume the position of Principal of the school, effective July 1, 2008. Strutzel has worked at Carmel Catholic High School for over 29 years. During her tenure, she has served as an English teacher, Department Chair, Kairos leader, Pre-Admissions/Marketing Director and Associate Principal for the past ten years. In addition to these positions, she has held memberships on the long-range planning committees, Board of Director committees and various strategic planning committees. "Each role I have played at Carmel has broadened my vision and reinforced my appreciation for all that Carmel is as a school. Although much has changed over the years, there is one constant-the vitality and effectiveness of the Carmel Catholic High School experience," Strutzel said. "Our work here has purpose. We bring to our students an excellent academic program, a resolve to be the best for our students, a mission that embraces the value of each student's individual gifts, and most importantly, we invite our students to explore the spiritual dimension of life," she continued. Strutzel has a Bachelor of Arts from Dominican University and a Master's Degree in Administration and Supervision from Roosevelt University. "Mrs. Strutzel brings a level of dedication and commitment to her new role as principal in a unique and important way. Our school community, teachers, staff, parents, and students are excited and grateful that she has accepted this position of leadership," said Judith Mucheck, Ph.D., President, Carmel Catholic High School. Current Principal Father Robert Carroll, O.Carm., Ph.D. will complete his tenure at the conclusion of this academic year. Father Bob has served as Principal of Carmel Catholic High School since 1994. Father Bob plans to follow other religious and academic pursuits.

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Carmel Catholic High School Selects New Principal

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Mundelein, IL-4/14/08-Carmel Catholic High School President, Judith Mucheck, Ph.D. recently announced that Associate Principal Lynne Strutzel will assume the position of Principal of the school, effective July 1, 2008.

Strutzel has worked at Carmel Catholic High School for over 29 years. During her tenure, she has served as an English teacher, Department Chair, Kairos leader, Pre-Admissions/Marketing Director and Associate Principal for the past ten years. In addition to these positions, she has held memberships on the long-range planning committees, Board of Director committees and various strategic planning committees.

"Each role I have played at Carmel has broadened my vision and reinforced my appreciation for all that Carmel is as a school. Although much has changed over the years, there is one constant-the vitality and effectiveness of the Carmel Catholic High School experience," Strutzel said.

"Our work here has purpose. We bring to our students an excellent academic program, a resolve to be the best for our students, a mission that embraces the value of each student's individual gifts, and most importantly, we invite our students to explore the spiritual dimension of life," she continued.

Strutzel has a Bachelor of Arts from Dominican University and a Master's Degree in Administration and Supervision from Roosevelt University.

"Mrs. Strutzel brings a level of dedication and commitment to her new role as principal in a unique and important way. Our school community, teachers, staff, parents, and students are excited and grateful that she has accepted this position of leadership," said Judith Mucheck, Ph.D., President, Carmel Catholic High School.

Current Principal Father Robert Carroll, O.Carm., Ph.D. will complete his tenure at the conclusion of this academic year. Father Bob has served as Principal of Carmel Catholic High School since 1994. Father Bob plans to follow other religious and academic pursuits.

Title:	Carmel's Spanish III Honor Students Meet World-Renowned Chilean Author Isabel Allende
Message:	Mundelein, IL- Recently, several Carmel Spanish III Honors students attended a reading and book signing by renowned Chilean author, Isabel Allende, at a literary event at the Swedish American Museum in Chicago. The event was sponsored by the Women and Children First Bookstore and her publisher, Harper Collins. Carmel Spanish teacher, Rena Calanca organized this opportunity for her students. For the past year, Sra. Calanca's students have been reading Allende's first novel, The House of the Spirits, as a way to learn about the rich culture and history of Latin America. When she discovered that Allende would be in Chicago, Sra. Calanca offered her students the opportunity to attend Allende's book signing as an extra credit project. Over 20 students took advantage of this unique opportunity and they met Allende and had their books signed by her. One of the Carmel students posed a good question to Allende during the question and answer session, and many other students took pictures with Isabel Allende. A small group of students remained after the event to help Ms. Allende clean up, and this gave the students the opportunity to speak to the world-renowned author at length. "The only word I can use to describe the evening would be 'Wow,'" said Carmel student Denise Lynch. "Thanks Sra. Calanca for sharing your love for this amazing woman. These students will never forget meeting her and they will always remember that you shared your passion about someone you love and feel strongly about. I feel this is the best thing we can do for the next generation-share the wonders we see and open their eyes to the many interesting people in the world," said Carmel parent, Pam Lynch. "After meeting and visiting with Isabel Allende, my life was changed for the better," said Shea Crowley. Student Matthew Oliva concurred, "My Isabel Allende experience is one I will cherish for years to come." One student expressed heartfelt thanks to Sra. Calanca. "Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to attend this event. I would never have done anything like this on my own, but I am extremely grateful that I went," said Eden Warnke. Isabel Allende's book Daughter of Fortune was selected by Oprah Winfrey as an "Oprah's Book Club" selection. The book was on the bestseller list for months. Critical accolades have greeted the publication of each of Allende's books, which have commonly been cited for their compassion, imagination, humor and originality. The House of the Spirits was made into a feature film with an all-star cast headed by Jeremy Irons, Meryl Streep, and Glenn Close. Of Love and Shadows, starring Antonio Banderas, was released a year later. Additionally, Allende was one of 8 women chosen to carry the Olympic flag in the 2006 Olympic Inaugural Ceremony in February, 2006.

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Carmel's Spanish III Honor Students Meet World-Renowned Chilean Author Isabel Allende

Message:

Mundelein, IL- Recently, several Carmel Spanish III Honors students attended a reading and book signing by renowned Chilean author, Isabel Allende, at a literary event at the Swedish American Museum in Chicago. The event was sponsored by the Women and Children First Bookstore and her publisher, Harper Collins. Carmel Spanish teacher, Rena Calanca organized this opportunity for her students.

For the past year, Sra. Calanca's students have been reading Allende's first novel, The House of the Spirits, as a way to learn about the rich culture and history of Latin America. When she discovered that Allende would be in Chicago, Sra. Calanca offered her students the opportunity to attend Allende's book signing as an extra credit project. Over 20 students took advantage of this unique opportunity and they met Allende and had their books signed by her. One of the Carmel students posed a good question to Allende during the question and answer session, and many other students took pictures with Isabel Allende.

A small group of students remained after the event to help Ms. Allende clean up, and this gave the students the opportunity to speak to the world-renowned author at length. "The only word I can use to describe the evening would be 'Wow,'" said Carmel student Denise Lynch.

"Thanks Sra. Calanca for sharing your love for this amazing woman. These students will never forget meeting her and they will always remember that you shared your passion about someone you love and feel strongly about. I feel this is the best thing we can do for the next generation-share the wonders we see and open their eyes to the many interesting people in the world," said Carmel parent, Pam Lynch.

"After meeting and visiting with Isabel Allende, my life was changed for the better," said Shea Crowley. Student Matthew Oliva concurred, "My Isabel Allende experience is one I will cherish for years to come."

One student expressed heartfelt thanks to Sra. Calanca. "Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to attend this event. I would never have done anything like this on my own, but I am extremely grateful that I went," said Eden Warnke.

Isabel Allende's book Daughter of Fortune was selected by Oprah Winfrey as an "Oprah's Book Club" selection. The book was on the bestseller list for months. Critical accolades have greeted the publication of each of Allende's books, which have commonly been cited for their compassion, imagination, humor and originality. The House of the Spirits was made into a feature film with an all-star cast headed by Jeremy Irons, Meryl Streep, and Glenn Close. Of Love and Shadows, starring Antonio Banderas, was released a year later. Additionally, Allende was one of 8 women chosen to carry the Olympic flag in the 2006 Olympic Inaugural Ceremony in February, 2006.

Title:	Carmel's Honors Government Students Participate In 2008 Capitol Forum On America's Future
Message:	Mundelein, IL-4/21/2008-As a college preparatory school, Carmel's faculty members are always looking for unique ways to teach their students and prepare them for a productive life outside of Carmel. Faculty member Sharon Smoger, a 16-year veteran social studies teacher, recently took several students from her Honors Government class to Springfield, Illinois to participate in the 2008 Capitol Forum On America's Future, sponsored by the Illinois Humanities Council and the Illinois Secretary of State's Office. The Capitol Forum program encourages students to utilize, appreciate and participate in the democratic process by bringing them together with their peers from across the state to discuss and deliberate many timely issues such as terrorism, the environment, immigration policies, foreign trade, and nuclear proliferation. The program emphasizes the importance of educating students in their participatory role as citizens. The entire Honors Government class was involved in the Capitol Forum and six students from the class were chosen to represent Carmel Catholic High School at the 2008 Capitol Forum. Those students were: Nicole Bersani, Meghan Coli, David Merryman, Sean Ray, Zachary Weber, and Mike Vresics. At the heart of the Capitol Forum is an exploration of four distinct visions for the U.S. in the coming years. The year-long program culminates in a student ballot that is shared with elected officials and the media. "The students loved to discuss and debate various topics of foreign policy. They were asked to explore and analyze four distinct visions for the future of the U.S. in the global community and then they were asked to develop and present their own vision for the future. The students also answered questions about foreign policy preference and priorities. Their ballot results were shared with elected officials," Mrs. Smoger explains. "This program develops critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. It sets a foundation for long-term civic engagement for the students," Mrs. Smoger adds. Students in Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Nebraska, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Washington and West Virginia submitted ballots in the 2007 Capitol Forum. A complete report on student views is available on the Choices website at www.choices.edu/cf/ballot.php.

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Carmel's Honors Government Students Participate In 2008 Capitol Forum On America's Future

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Mundelein, IL-4/21/2008-As a college preparatory school, Carmel's faculty members are always looking for unique ways to teach their students and prepare them for a productive life outside of Carmel. Faculty member Sharon Smoger, a 16-year veteran social studies teacher, recently took several students from her Honors Government class to Springfield, Illinois to participate in the 2008 Capitol Forum On America's Future, sponsored by the Illinois Humanities Council and the Illinois Secretary of State's Office.

The Capitol Forum program encourages students to utilize, appreciate and participate in the democratic process by bringing them together with their peers from across the state to discuss and deliberate many timely issues such as terrorism, the environment, immigration policies, foreign trade, and nuclear proliferation. The program emphasizes the importance of educating students in their participatory role as citizens.

The entire Honors Government class was involved in the Capitol Forum and six students from the class were chosen to represent Carmel Catholic High School at the 2008 Capitol Forum. Those students were: Nicole Bersani, Meghan Coli, David Merryman, Sean Ray, Zachary Weber, and Mike Vresics.

At the heart of the Capitol Forum is an exploration of four distinct visions for the U.S. in the coming years. The year-long program culminates in a student ballot that is shared with elected officials and the media.

"The students loved to discuss and debate various topics of foreign policy. They were asked to explore and analyze four distinct visions for the future of the U.S. in the global community and then they were asked to develop and present their own vision for the future. The students also answered questions about foreign policy preference and priorities. Their ballot results were shared with elected officials," Mrs. Smoger explains.

"This program develops critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. It sets a foundation for long-term civic engagement for the students," Mrs. Smoger adds.

Students in Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Nebraska, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Washington and West Virginia submitted ballots in the 2007 Capitol Forum. A complete report on student views is available on the Choices website at www.choices.edu/cf/ballot.php.

Title:	Carmel's Spring Musical Draws Large Crowds, Critical Acclaim
Message:	Carmel Catholic High School's Fine Arts Department recently presented its Spring Musical, "Kiss Me Kate," a popular musical version of Shakespeare’s "Taming of the Shrew." The production featured beautiful music and lyrics by Cole Porter. Kiss Me Kate was a fast paced play-within-a-play musical comedy. The show was highly entertaining and featured many memorable songs such as "So In Love," "Too Darn Hot," and "Brush Up Your Shakespeare" to name just a few. Over 120 students were involved in the production of the show. "We have received so many wonderful comments on this production. This show is seldom done at the high school level because of the dramatic difficulty, the music, set and costumes. I am so proud of all of our talented Carmel students in the cast, pit and crews! This was a major accomplishment for everyone involved in the show," said Denise Sebastiano, Kiss Me Kate Director and Carmel Catholic's Drama Department Director. "Kiss Me Kate is the type of musical that entertains audiences of all ages. The students worked very hard on this production and their work paid dividends in the form of high praise from everyone who saw the show," Mrs. Sebastiano said. "I also want to express my sincere gratitude to the adult team, parent volunteers, friends of the arts and the Carmel Catholic Council of the Arts for all of their efforts to make this production so successful. This spring musical production has been a tremendous community building journey," she added.

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Carmel's Spring Musical Draws Large Crowds, Critical Acclaim

Message:

Carmel Catholic High School's Fine Arts Department recently presented its Spring Musical, "Kiss Me Kate," a popular musical version of Shakespeare’s "Taming of the Shrew." The production featured beautiful music and lyrics by Cole Porter.

Kiss Me Kate was a fast paced play-within-a-play musical comedy. The show was highly entertaining and featured many memorable songs such as "So In Love," "Too Darn Hot," and "Brush Up Your Shakespeare" to name just a few. Over 120 students were involved in the production of the show.

"We have received so many wonderful comments on this production. This show is seldom done at the high school level because of the dramatic difficulty, the music, set and costumes. I am so proud of all of our talented Carmel students in the cast, pit and crews! This was a major accomplishment for everyone involved in the show," said Denise Sebastiano, Kiss Me Kate Director and Carmel Catholic's Drama Department Director.

"Kiss Me Kate is the type of musical that entertains audiences of all ages. The students worked very hard on this production and their work paid dividends in the form of high praise from everyone who saw the show," Mrs. Sebastiano said.

"I also want to express my sincere gratitude to the adult team, parent volunteers, friends of the arts and the Carmel Catholic Council of the Arts for all of their efforts to make this production so successful. This spring musical production has been a tremendous community building journey," she added.

Title:	Carmel Students Earn High Marks at Illinois High School Association's State Solo and Ensemble Contest
Message:	Mundelein, IL-4/21/2008-Carmel Catholic's Fine Arts Department recently competed in the Illinois High School Association's State Solo and Ensemble Contest. Carmel Catholic High School received 135 points out of a possible 168 points receiving 18 Division I "Superior" Ratings and 9 Division II "Excellent" Ratings. Carmel Junior, Laura Biersteker, earned a perfect score on her flute solo and won the coveted "Best of the Day" award for flutes at the contest. The Fine Arts students study under the direction of Mr. Kent Parry, Fine Arts Department Chair and Director of Choral Music, Mr. David Wiebers, Director of Instrumental Music, and Mahjabeen Karim, String Ensemble Instructor. "We are so proud that our student, Laura Biersteker, won the prestigious 'Best of the Day' award for her perfect performance and score on her flute solo. Winning this award is the highest honor. The flute judge listens to flute players throughout the entire competition day and then they can give just one ‘Best of Day’ award at the end of the day," Mr. Wiebers explains. The following Carmel students received a Division I "Superior" Rating: B-Flat Clarinet Solo-Emily Kind '09, Female Voice Solos-Emily Bednar '11, Catherine Kruger 08, Ashley Ruddell '09 and Katie Schmitz '09; Flute Solos—Laura Biersteker '09, Melanie Makoski '11, and Molly Thompson '09; Piano Solos-Luke Andrejek '10, Erin Donegan '10, Emily Kind '09, and Anne Mattingly '09; Piano Duets-Erin Donegan '10 and Emily George '10; Treble Ensemble-Mary Kate Lentino '11, Paula Castanos '11, Melanie Makoski '11, Kathleen Szotke '11, Kaitlyn Eller '11, Trish Simmons '10, Ashley Brate '10, Michelle Crisp '10, and Emily Nierman '11; Treble Ensemble-Katie Schmitz '09, Kelli Little '10, Emily Edkins '10, Kelly Fagan '08, Kathleen Hull '09, Emina Ademovic '09, Ashley Brate '10, Rachel Kwiecinski '09, and Laura Castanos '09; Viola Solo-Pascale Look '11; Violin Solos—Matthew Varner '11 and Leah Varner '11. The following Carmel students received a Division II "Excellent" Rating: Female Voice Solos - Erin Donegan '10, Emily Edkins '10, Cecille Medina '09, and Erin Volpentesta '09; Flute Solo-Claire Geoffroy '10; French Horn Solo-Kathleen Szotek '11; Male Voice Solo-Kyle Mumenthaler '09; String Ensemble-Evan Palmer '11, Leah Varner '11, Matthew Varner '11, Jessica Bond '11, Nick Sturm '08, Alexandra Zirkelbach '09, Pascale Look '11, Patrick Trigg '08, Laura Castanos '09, and Rachel Myss '09; Trombone Solo-Erin Donegan '10.

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Carmel Students Earn High Marks at Illinois High School Association's State Solo and Ensemble Contest

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Mundelein, IL-4/21/2008-Carmel Catholic's Fine Arts Department recently competed in the Illinois High School Association's State Solo and Ensemble Contest. Carmel Catholic High School received 135 points out of a possible 168 points receiving 18 Division I "Superior" Ratings and 9 Division II "Excellent" Ratings. Carmel Junior, Laura Biersteker, earned a perfect score on her flute solo and won the coveted "Best of the Day" award for flutes at the contest.

The Fine Arts students study under the direction of Mr. Kent Parry, Fine Arts Department Chair and Director of Choral Music, Mr. David Wiebers, Director of Instrumental Music, and Mahjabeen Karim, String Ensemble Instructor.

"We are so proud that our student, Laura Biersteker, won the prestigious 'Best of the Day' award for her perfect performance and score on her flute solo. Winning this award is the highest honor. The flute judge listens to flute players throughout the entire competition day and then they can give just one ‘Best of Day’ award at the end of the day," Mr. Wiebers explains.

The following Carmel students received a Division I "Superior" Rating: B-Flat Clarinet Solo-Emily Kind '09, Female Voice Solos-Emily Bednar '11, Catherine Kruger 08, Ashley Ruddell '09 and Katie Schmitz '09; Flute Solos—Laura Biersteker '09, Melanie Makoski '11, and Molly Thompson '09; Piano Solos-Luke Andrejek '10, Erin Donegan '10, Emily Kind '09, and Anne Mattingly '09; Piano Duets-Erin Donegan '10 and Emily George '10; Treble Ensemble-Mary Kate Lentino '11, Paula Castanos '11, Melanie Makoski '11, Kathleen Szotke '11, Kaitlyn Eller '11, Trish Simmons '10, Ashley Brate '10, Michelle Crisp '10, and Emily Nierman '11; Treble Ensemble-Katie Schmitz '09, Kelli Little '10, Emily Edkins '10, Kelly Fagan '08, Kathleen Hull '09, Emina Ademovic '09, Ashley Brate '10, Rachel Kwiecinski '09, and Laura Castanos '09; Viola Solo-Pascale Look '11; Violin Solos—Matthew Varner '11 and Leah Varner '11.

The following Carmel students received a Division II "Excellent" Rating: Female Voice Solos - Erin Donegan '10, Emily Edkins '10, Cecille Medina '09, and Erin Volpentesta '09; Flute Solo-Claire Geoffroy '10; French Horn Solo-Kathleen Szotek '11; Male Voice Solo-Kyle Mumenthaler '09; String Ensemble-Evan Palmer '11, Leah Varner '11, Matthew Varner '11, Jessica Bond '11, Nick Sturm '08, Alexandra Zirkelbach '09, Pascale Look '11, Patrick Trigg '08, Laura Castanos '09, and Rachel Myss '09; Trombone Solo-Erin Donegan '10.

Title:	Carmel Students Help To Make Prom Dreams Come True
Message:	Mundelein, IL- 4/10/2008-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once said, "Give what you have to somebody, it may be better than you think." Giving to others is at the heart of the Glass Slipper Project— a community-wide effort to help give high school students in need a chance to attend their high school proms. For the fourth year in a row, Carmel students participated in the Glass Slipper Project and the students collected a record of 129 dresses, plus numerous shoes, purses and make-up products. "Carmel Catholic High School strives to promote a culture of giving of oneself and thinking of others and we are always looking for ways to help our students think outside of themselves. We want them to be aware of those who are less fortunate and then we encourage our students to take action," explains Kammie Capelle, CCHS Religion Teacher and Student Council Moderator. The Glass Slipper Project is a non-profit group that collects new and almost-new formal dresses and accessories and provides them, free of charge, to high school students who are unable to purchase their own prom attire. Collected dresses are distributed to Glass Slipper "boutiques," where each student receives individual assistance from a volunteer "personal shopper" as she shops for the dress of her dreams. To date, the Glass Slipper Project has helped more than 10,000 young women attend their proms in style! The project takes donations year-round and there is an extra need for plus-sized dresses. Collecting the dresses is just the beginning of the story. The Glass Slipper Project’s largest sponsor is Zengeler Cleaners. Last year alone, Zengeler Cleaners cleaned, repaired, sorted and packaged more than 2,100 donated dresses with the utmost care-free of charge. Tom Zengeler is President and CEO of A.W. Zengeler Cleaners, Inc. and he is Carmel Alumnus, Class of 1980 along with his brother William Zengeler, Class of 1974. With seven stores in the area, including two in Libertyville, Zengeler Cleaners made the Glass Slipper Project a company priority. "It seemed like a great cause. It was a great fit for our company," Tom said. Over 10 years ago, while working as an assistant administrator in the Chicago Public Schools, Dorian Carter saw a need to make prom night affordable for a lot of girls. "Eighty-five percent of kids in the Chicago Public Schools are living at or below poverty level-I knew it was something that girls in the school system could benefit from," Carter explained. "Also, around prom time, a lot of students use expendable income for college application fees. Everything the girls get from the Glass Slipper Project is free. All we ask is that they send us a photo," she added. To remind and encourage Carmel students to participate in the Glass Slipper Project, several Carmel faculty members donned their prom dresses for a day and promoted the Glass Slipper Project every time they were asked about their formal attire! Special thanks to the following beautiful ladies who dressed the part: Lynn Lach Jessie Barnett Jennifer Arvidson Sharon Smogor Michele Bertaud Patty VanSpankeren Melissa Royce Melissa Schwartz Teal Spencer Stephanie Orcholski Rebecca Monterastelli Gina Vaagen

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Carmel Students Help To Make Prom Dreams Come True

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Mundelein, IL- 4/10/2008-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once said, "Give what you have to somebody, it may be better than you think." Giving to others is at the heart of the Glass Slipper Project— a community-wide effort to help give high school students in need a chance to attend their high school proms. For the fourth year in a row, Carmel students participated in the Glass Slipper Project and the students collected a record of 129 dresses, plus numerous shoes, purses and make-up products. "Carmel Catholic High School strives to promote a culture of giving of oneself and thinking of others and we are always looking for ways to help our students think outside of themselves. We want them to be aware of those who are less fortunate and then we encourage our students to take action," explains Kammie Capelle, CCHS Religion Teacher and Student Council Moderator. The Glass Slipper Project is a non-profit group that collects new and almost-new formal dresses and accessories and provides them, free of charge, to high school students who are unable to purchase their own prom attire. Collected dresses are distributed to Glass Slipper "boutiques," where each student receives individual assistance from a volunteer "personal shopper" as she shops for the dress of her dreams. To date, the Glass Slipper Project has helped more than 10,000 young women attend their proms in style! The project takes donations year-round and there is an extra need for plus-sized dresses. Collecting the dresses is just the beginning of the story. The Glass Slipper Project’s largest sponsor is Zengeler Cleaners. Last year alone, Zengeler Cleaners cleaned, repaired, sorted and packaged more than 2,100 donated dresses with the utmost care-free of charge. Tom Zengeler is President and CEO of A.W. Zengeler Cleaners, Inc. and he is Carmel Alumnus, Class of 1980 along with his brother William Zengeler, Class of 1974. With seven stores in the area, including two in Libertyville, Zengeler Cleaners made the Glass Slipper Project a company priority. "It seemed like a great cause. It was a great fit for our company," Tom said.

Over 10 years ago, while working as an assistant administrator in the Chicago Public Schools, Dorian Carter saw a need to make prom night affordable for a lot of girls. "Eighty-five percent of kids in the Chicago Public Schools are living at or below poverty level-I knew it was something that girls in the school system could benefit from," Carter explained.

"Also, around prom time, a lot of students use expendable income for college application fees. Everything the girls get from the Glass Slipper Project is free. All we ask is that they send us a photo," she added.

To remind and encourage Carmel students to participate in the Glass Slipper Project, several Carmel faculty members donned their prom dresses for a day and promoted the Glass Slipper Project every time they were asked about their formal attire! Special thanks to the following beautiful ladies who dressed the part:

Lynn Lach
Jessie Barnett
Jennifer Arvidson
Sharon Smogor
Michele Bertaud
Patty VanSpankeren
Melissa Royce
Melissa Schwartz
Teal Spencer
Stephanie Orcholski
Rebecca Monterastelli
Gina Vaagen

Title:	Carmel Art Students Win First Place In Fashion Display Contest
Message:	Carmel Catholic art students recently participated in a fashion display contest at Plato's Closet in Libertyville and the design team won first place! As a result, the CCHS Arts Council was awarded $250. Congratulations to art teacher Sheela Gladwell and the following art students for creating the award-winning display: Megan Drangines Jessica Hamman Kelley Greene Christina Puzzolo Plato's Closet, a name-brand resale store for teens and young adults, sponsored the contest with six area high schools to determine who could create the best wall display using store clothing and accessories. The design team competed with other Lake County high schools including: Warren Township, Libertyville, Lake Forest, and Wheeling High School. "So much of our business comes from students, so we wanted to provide them the chance to design clothing displays along with the opportunity to win a great prize," said Plato's Closet owner Pam Ohman.

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Carmel Art Students Win First Place In Fashion Display Contest

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Carmel Catholic art students recently participated in a fashion display contest at Plato's Closet in Libertyville and the design team won first place! As a result, the CCHS Arts Council was awarded $250. Congratulations to art teacher Sheela Gladwell and the following art students for creating the award-winning display:

Megan Drangines
Jessica Hamman
Kelley Greene
Christina Puzzolo

Plato's Closet, a name-brand resale store for teens and young adults, sponsored the contest with six area high schools to determine who could create the best wall display using store clothing and accessories. The design team competed with other Lake County high schools including: Warren Township, Libertyville, Lake Forest, and Wheeling High School.

"So much of our business comes from students, so we wanted to provide them the chance to design clothing displays along with the opportunity to win a great prize," said Plato's Closet owner Pam Ohman.

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