Tonight's Girls JV Game has been CANCELLED!

The girls jv game for tonight has been cancelled.Varsity game is still on at 7:00 p.m. vs Williams Bay here at Catholic Central High School. 

Meet Our Very Own Susan Dosemagen!

Susan Dosemagen makes up the other half of the Social Studies Department. This is her first year at Catholic Central High School. Before CCHS, Susan taught at Union Grove High School, Washington Park High School, and Westosha Central High School in long-term subbing positions. She received her bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Journalism from University of Wisconsin- Madison, her master’s degree in Journalism from Northwestern University and is one credit away from her master’s degree in Teaching from Cardinal Stritch University. At Catholic Central she teaches 20th Century U.S. History, World History, and U.S. Government. In addition to that, she is also the Student Council and Model UN advisor.

As a high school social studies teacher, it is her goal to help all students become interested, informed and active members of society. For this to happen, she feels that it is her duty to show students the relevance of history and the relationship between the past, present and their future. These connections stimulate interest and ignite a desire to learn. She aims to find ways to make learning more hands-on and exciting for students, especially through student-led projects.

In 20th Century U.S. History, students recently completed class videos detailing the rise of the Third Reich. For this project, students had complete control over the entire process: researching the topic, writing the script, filming “historians” and recreations of events, and editing and producing the video. They will also later have the opportunity for more hands-on activities, such as: class debates, presentations, Socratic seminars, and other projects. As this class is a graduation requirement, so is their senior thesis. Each student will select a topic from the 20th century that they would like to research for a culminating thesis project.

Picture of students filming a “historian” interview for their Rise of the Third Reich film.

Check out one class’s Rise of the Third Reich video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC7DnurdN_k&feature=youtu.be.

In U.S. Government, the class takes a student-led approach to learning the functions and importance of government. While discussing the executive branch and election process, students participated in their own school-wide election for president of CCHS. Each candidate, with the support of a campaign team, created a website complete with posters, videos, platform stance explanations, and editorials supporting their candidacy. Through the remainder of the class they will also participate in debates, the creation of their own state, and a courtroom simulation in which students will have the opportunity to play the role of lawyer, plaintiff, defendant, or others.

Picture of students working together to organize their election campaign.

Screenshot of candidates’ campaign sites.

In World History, students learn about important people and eras of the past while making comparisons to modern times. Students complete projects where they create visual representations of their topic to then share with the class. As this is a year-long course, students will have many opportunities to research topics and create projects. Upcoming plans include recreations of ancient times, a look at Roman and Greek Mythology, Socratic seminars, group presentations, and more creative projects.

Students working together on group presentations.

If you have any questions about Susan Dosemagen’s classes or would like to hear more about what is happening in the classroom, please call or email. Her school phone is 262.763.1510 ext. 206 and her email is sdosemagen@cchsnet.org. Go Toppers!

CCHS TOPPER DINNER & AUCTION!

It's almost here! 

The CCHS Topper Dinner and Auction will be taking place on Saturday December, 6th 2014

 at the Veterans Terrace in Burlington.

  If you plan to attend and have not returned your invitation, please RSVP no later than noon on Monday November 24th. 

Check out all the wonderful items you can bid on by clicking into the auction area on our CCHS website. 

   New this year - you can complete your reservation online.  

Hope to see you there; it is a fantastic fun way to help support CCHS!   

Milwaukee Parade and Hunger Task Force

Every year Susan Dosemagen volunteers to help the Hunger Task Force's Food for Families program collect food and money donations during the Milwaukee Holiday Parade. The parade is on Saturday, November 22nd at 9:30a.m. She will be pushing around a shopping cart during the parade to collect donations.

 If you are interested in donating to this program, please drop off food and/or money this week for her to bring up to Milwaukee on Saturday.   

Are You in Need of Service Hours?

You can be a part of Catholic Central's most exciting event of the year -- the 30th Annual Topper Auction!  There will be a sign up sheet in the high school office for those wanting to be a part of the event.  One the sheet, specify (after your name) if you would like to help serve or be a runner.  We will also need a number to contact you at.  

Please be aware that if we fall short in either area, we may ask you to help where help is needed.  

On the night of the auction you will need to be dressed in black pants or a black shirt, a white button down shirt with a collar, and for boys, a tie.  For those of you helping to serve, Mrs. Ann Hughes will meet with you prior to the auction for training. 

More information will follow.  A pizza dinner will be provided the evening of the event.

We hope you can help at this great event!

Last Call - Don't Forget to Get Your Orders In for the CCHS Poinsettia Sale!

The Junior Class is holding the annual Poinsettia sale to support prom.  Here is the order form and all orders are due Monday, November 17th.  You can brighten your home for the holidays with beautiful flowers and help out with prom expenses, too.

Thank you so much for your support!

Mrs. Michelle Dean Science Department

Science

 

Catholic Central High School has a variety of hands-on, laboratory science courses that allow you to explore the natural world. Mrs. Dean teaches Freshman Integrated Science (required for all freshman) and upper level elective courses such as Environmental Science, Physical Geology, Biotechnology and AP Biology.  Here is a brief description of some of what you will be studying in each course.

Integrated Science – You will perform labs to reinforce the scientific experimentation process. Several of the labs allow you to decide how to set up the experiment and support your hypothesis. Topics covered come from chemistry and physics such as heat and temperature and Newton’s laws. There are also several design labs in which you will design egg cars, balloon racers and bridges.

Environmental Science – You will explore the history of the environmental movement and examine ways society can become more sustainable. Ecosystems will be examined along with the flora and fauna in them. Topics will include predator-prey relationships, endangered species and the importance of water sheds. If you enjoy nature and want to help our planet out, this is the class for you.

Physical Geology – This class is all about the solid Earth. You will learn about the history of our earth, earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain building and rock formation. It is our earth at its finest. The class includes a project that takes the class on virtual trips to several of our national parks.

Biotechnology – Biotech allows you to take life science concepts and apply them. You will study DNA and proteins in a heavily lab based class. In the labs you will extract your own DNA and enzymes from tissues. You will use gel electrophoresis to examine DNA and solve a crime. You will transform bacteria and make it glow in the dark. Now that is cool science!

AP Biology – If you are interested in pursuing science in college and are up for a challenge, take this class. You will study biology concepts in detail and learn how these concepts are connected to your health and to making your environment a better place. Several labs allow you to ask a question and design an experiment. You will fine tune your lab skills and data analysis skills. Data analysis is important for the ACT. You will also be better prepared for college science courses and possibly earn college credit.

Integrated science gives all students the background knowledge and science skills to succeed to in future science courses. The upper level science courses give students the opportunity to study various science disciplines that they may not be familiar with or that that have a desire to learn more about. The AP biology course is preparing students for college level science courses through a rigorous study of life and the possibility of earning college credit. All these courses connect science knowledge with real world issues.

Allen Johns and Matt Stevens in Integrated Science

Physical and Chemical Changes Lab

Kourtney Mulhollon and Brendan Goethal in Environmental Science

Field Study

 

Jacob Webley in Physical Geology

Presentation on Volcanic Eruptions

Sarah March and Bridget Bittmann in Biotechnology

Performing Gel Electrophoresis

Jana Krien, Nick Seib, and Alexa Paleka in AP Biology

Group Work on Photosynthesis

So You Think You Can Dance Competition

Ms. Rackey's PE class held a "So You Think You Can Dance" competition and below are the winners of the event!

4th Place - Nolan Girard, Brooke Bleser, Hannah Uhen, Sam Weiler, and Mikayla Pederson 

3rd Place & Best Routine Winners - Abby Tweet, Thomas Hoffman, Jack Czerwinski, and Evan Robran

2nd Place - Caitin Sell, Andrew Sheehan, and Gregory Sember

1st Place & Funniest Routine - Jordan Kopac, Ben Heiliganthal, Kevin Maus, and Ian Aldrich featuring Cole Kresken via t-shirts

​Ohhh, and then there is Mr. DeLorme reppin' a Kresken special... Limited Edition! ​

CLICK HERE to watch the video.

Come Support the Class of 2018!

Come view the Freshman class presentations on "Talents and Abilities throughout the Decades" at the 4th Annual Freshman Days on Friday, November 14th. 

For more details, please click here.  

**Please RSVP to Mark Sheldon at msheldon@cchsnet.org or call the CCHS main office at 262-763-1510**

Don't Forget to Put in Your Order for the CCHS Poinsettia Sale!

The Junior Class is holding the annual Poinsettia sale to support prom.  Here is the order form and all orders are due November 17th.  You can brighten your home for the holidays with beautiful flowers and help out with prom expenses, too.

Thank you so much for your support!

Blood Drive - Monday, November 24th, 2014

Blood drive Monday, November 24th 2014

Become a blood donor and help save others’ lives. Donating blood is a quick, easy way to give back to your community and help others. The BloodCenter of Wisconsin relies on your donation to supply blood products to the Wisconsin community hospitals and patients in need. Please donate.

Catholic Central High School’s Student Council is hosting their annual fall blood drive on Monday, Nov.24th. Stop in Topper Hall between the hours of 8a.m. and 1p.m. to donate or register online (www.bcw.edu/CCHS) or by contacting the Student Council advisor (Susan at sdosemagen@cchsnet.org 262.763.1510 ext.206)  for an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

Donor eligibility (via BloodCenter of Wisconsin)

All donors should be in good health on the day of donation. To be eligible, you must:

• Be at least 17 years old (16-year-olds may donate with parental consent.)
• Weigh at least 110 lbs.
• Feel well on day of donation
• Be free of major cold and flu symptoms
• Present a photo ID with birth date
• Not have had hepatitis after age 11 years
• Not have had any risk factors/behaviors associated with HIV/AIDS

Things to remember before you donate

• REST: come well rested from a good night’s sleep.
• EAT: have a good dinner the night before, and a good breakfast the morning of donating.
• HYDRATE: double your fluid intake the morning of your donation. Water and juice are recommended.
• RELAX: donating blood is simple, and remember, you are saving a life.

For more information on donating, please check out the BloodCenter of Wisconsin site: www.bcw.edu/blood

Opportunities for Young Men Considering the Priesthood

Below are a couple opportunities for men considering the priesthood or interested in discerning their calling. Please click on the appropriate links for further information.

1. St. Andrew Dinner

A St. Andrew Dinner gives priests an opportunity to invite young men (high school or older) who think they have the qualities needed to be a good priest. This dinner will include seminarians and other priests. The young men who are invited will have a chance to ask questions in a relaxed atmosphere, learn more about life as a priest and hear vocation stories. Bishop Hying and Fr. Luke Strand will also be present to interact, support and encourage the young men to follow the Lord's call.

A St. Andrew Dinner is named after St. Andrew, who in the Gospel according to John, brought his brother, Simon Peter to meet Jesus. The evening will include Mass, dinner, discussion and witness talks to the priesthood from seminarians.

When: Friday, January 2 from 5-8:30

2. Duc in Altum 

A Retreat For Young Adult Men (ages 18-35) Discerning the Priesthood

When: December 19 - 21

2014 Knights of Columbus Essay Contest

Please click here in regards to the 2014 Culture of Life Essay Contest sponsored by the Wisconsin State Council of Knights of Columbus.  

English Department - Katie Barnhart

Katie Barnhart is the newest member of the English department here at Catholic Central. She is also the cheerleading coach as well as the newspaper and yearbook advisors. Katie loves being apart of the welcoming and enthusiastic Catholic Central family!

Katie is originally from New England and earned her B.A. degree in English at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Most recently, she taught Freshman Writing at Marquette University while taking graduate classes in English.

This semester, Katie is teaching journalism (a first semester elective), English II (the English requirement for sophomores) and World Literature (the English requirement for seniors not in AP). Students expect to work together and balance laughing and having fun while working productively and producing high quality work at the same time.

In journalism, you see students conducting interviews, creating podcasts, and making their own TV broadcasts. In her English II and World Literature classes, you will find students writing skits and stories to demonstrate higher level understanding of vocabulary and literary devices, adopting the personas of fictional characters to work on characterization, and creating presentations to teach concepts alongside her in the classroom.

In English II and World Literature, students are consistently challenged to take their writing to the next level. Katie has students working on fiction and nonfiction writing and assigns papers where students are responsible for choosing their topic and completing their own research. Through peer review and writing workshops, the students work together as a class to improve their ability to construct a classical argument.  

Katie takes a two-fold approach to the study of literature. Students work within the text itself to identify classical literary devices while examining how the work informs and is informed by history and culture. Through this approach, students are able to tease out the universal themes from works of literature . Students in English II just finished reading Fahrenheit 451 where they studied the influence of censorship, communism, and the Red Scare on the content of the novel while examining the relationship to the present day. Seniors in World Literature studied the influence of kinship, military prowess, and heroism on works such as Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, The Wanderer, and Beowulf.

As the sophomores begin to read Othello and the seniors begin to read Macbeth, they will learn how to see the volatility of religion and the increased secularization of society during the Renaissance through the actions and descriptions of the characters while seeing the universal human emotions of rejection, revenge, greed, and ambition.

Katie will continue this combined style of literary study as her students progress through the year. The sophomores will travel the perilous Pacific Ocean with Pondicherry in the Life of Pie and feel the pain of unrequited love with Gatsby in The Great Gatsby. The seniors will experience Amir’s guilt from lack of action and the redemption that comes from doing the right thing in the face of danger in The Kite Runner. The seniors will then continue their examination of the evolving definitions and manifestations of heroism as they engage with modern and contemporary literature and culture.

Katie has truly enjoyed getting to know the students, teachers, staff, and parents that make Catholic Central the unique and remarkable place that it is. She hopes to make Catholic Central her home for a long time!

As her cheerleaders would say, We are CCHS, Go Toppers Go!

Come On Out to Williams Bay - Sectional Semi-Final Volleyball Play Tonight

Tonight it is at 7:00 p.m. The Lady Toppers will  take on Hustisford at Williams Bay in a Sectional Semi-Final match up.  Hope to see you there. 

Go Toppers!!

Physical Education Class at CC

Click play and enjoy the different activities the students are doing in class.

World History Food Drive

In World History class freshmen have been learning about different world religions for the past few weeks. In many of those religions, and in our own, an emphasis is put on helping those in need. We decided to do just that.

World History students are participating in a food drive for the next two weeks to help collect non-perishable items to help needy families before the holiday season. We are only two days into the drive and we have collected many items so far. We’re looking forward to really making a difference in others’ lives and helping those we can.

We will be collecting food between now and November 7th. If you are also interested in donating non-perishable food items, please drop them off in the office or room 206. Thank you.

Future Hilltoppers-Open House

Future Hilltoppers-Open House

Mark your calendar for our annual Open House!  Current students will be on hand to provide guided tours of Catholic Central High School.  Meet the faculty, school administrators, coaches and students!  Learn about the curriculum, fine arts, athletic programs, clubs, tuition assistance, bus transportation, and much more!  Enjoy performances by our Dance Team, Chorus, and Band!  If you have attended in the past, we invite you to visit again. 

Trick or Treat for UNICEF

Key Club will be having our annual Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF this Halloween! Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is a fun and easy fundraiser that raises money for UNICEF. Every $1.80 raised saves two lives--a mother and her child suffering from neonatal tetanus! It is really easy to raise money--simply dress up in a costume, grab some friends, and go door to door trick-or-treating The only difference is that rather than asking for candy, you ask for spare change (a lot of people will still give you candy, so don't worry about missing out). :)

To participate, please pick up the special UNICEF collection boxes from me after school in the MAC on Friday, or email me to arrange to receive one ahead of time. You can choose to go with your friends in your own neighborhood, or I will also be leading a group of students here in Burlington around the neighborhood behind school from 6-8 PM. If you want to join us to trick-or-treat as a group, please meet us at school in the MAC on Friday at 6 PM. Both Key Club members and non-members are welcome to participate! 

***Please return your box containing all money raised to me or the office on Monday with your name on it.***

                                                            

Winter Sports Meeting

Dear Students and Parents:

Tom Aldrich

Catholic Central will be holding a MANDATORY Winter Sports Athletic Meeting on Monday, October 27th, 2014 starting at 6:30 pm in Topper Hall.  Any students who are interested in playing a winter sport, MUST attend this meeting. Attendance is required by a parent/guardian of any potential athlete, therefore attendance will be taken.

The following sports are offered during the winter season at CCHS:

• Boys Basketball
• Girls Basketball
• Wrestling
• CO-OP Boys Swimming with/ Burlington
• CO-OP Girls Gymnastics with Burlington/Badger/Wilmot/Waterford

In our large group meeting we will discuss:

1. Introduction of Bailey Racky, new Assistant Athletic Director & Physical Education/Health Teacher
2. Athletic Eligibility Waiver Card requirements
1. You can also find the required forms online: http://www.cchsnet.org/athletics/forms/forms.html
2. An athlete must have 8 out of 10 forms filled out in order to participate.
3. If you have NOT turned in any forms, please bring them to the meeting!
3. General code of conduct for ALL CCHS Athletes
4. Game Work Schedule

Each Head coach and their coaching staff will have a short individual team meeting to go over expectations of students in their programs after the large group session.. If your coach has set up another arrangement for their team expectation meeting, you must still attend the general sports meeting for your child to participate in winter athletics at Catholic Central.

**If you are interested in a winter sport, please take the time to sign up ahead of time! Use the following link to do so:

http://goo.gl/forms/6ayprGiobx (You must use your CCHS email account to fill out the sign up)

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Aldrich or Ms. Racky.