CAC High School Principal’s Notes
Grade 10 Course Information Evening
We seem to have moved out of the wintry weather phase, and our students have been enjoying some warm sunshine and spring-like conditions over the last couple of days. It’s great to see them out and about during breaks and lunchtime, interacting with each other and socializing, and enjoying the fantastic facilities and open space we have at CAC.
This week, we were very excited to host Mr. Ian Pike, a visiting artist who has been working with students in the Arts and English departments in all three of the school’s divisions. Ian has been deeply impressed by the creative energy of our students and has made many comments about how polite and respectful they have been. Our arts teachers have been thrilled to learn from him and his expertise, and we know that the students have enjoyed their time with Ian and learning about skills in scriptwriting, character building, ensemble work, productions, and many other things. On behalf of the community, we thank Ian for visiting us, and we hope he will one day return to work with our students again.
We were also incredibly proud and humbled to host Joan Trumpauer-Mulholland at our school today. Ms Trumpauer-Mulholland, is one of the original “Freedom Riders” from the Civil Rights Movement in the United States in the 1960s. Joan’s incredible, personal testimonies were passionate and moving, and our students were deeply engaged in her presentation. We extend our thanks to the United States Embassy for facilitating this powerful experience for our students today. Understanding the ways in which young people can take steps towards making their world a better place is an integral part of the CAC educational experience and a responsibility that we believe all young people hold in today’s world.
This year’s high school theater production of “The Giver” will be coming soon to CAC. The student ensemble has been working hard to rehearse and prepare for the performance and we look forward to welcoming the community to the shows on February 28th, 29th, and March 1st. Please watch the announcements and newsletters for further details.
A wonderfully exciting weekend of wrestling is now behind us. The MESAC Wrestling Invitational Tournament last weekend was a huge success for CAC. Not only did our athletes perform admirably, but the whole community came out in support, and the atmosphere in our gym during the final bouts was truly electric. It’s wonderful to see these international tournaments returning to CAC once again.
Good luck to our delegates who are currently representing CAC at the HIAMUN event here in Cairo this weekend. Students are honing their diplomacy, discussion, and debating skills as they work towards proposing resolutions to current global challenges from various perspectives.
Digital Arts Class Projects
Dates for your Diary
• Tues 13 Feb – HS Photo Retakes 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Top Floor)
• Fri 16 Feb – PTO International Festival 12:00 – 5:00 pm on campus
• Wed 21 Feb – HS Parent Coffee Morning 9:30 a.m. (HS Meeting Room)
• Feb 23 – Hope Run, Wadi Degla. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vNzcXtmd2RqaSPWn8
• Wed 28 Feb – Fri 1 Mar – High School Production “The Giver”
• Sun 3 Mar – IB Art Exhibition Opening
• Tue 5 Mar – Grade 10 PSAT (no G10 classes for periods 1&2)
• Fri 8 Mar – First day of Spring Break
Andrew Buckman Rachel McCall
HS Principal HS Assistant Principal
Counseling Department Announcements
Week of February 8, 2024
Save the date: Body Positivity Session. Tuesday February 21, 2024 at 3:30-4:30pm.
In collaboration with Maadi Psychology Center, CAC Counseling will be hosting a Body Positivity Session. This session is open to all middle school and high school students/parents. If you are interested, kindly complete this RSVP before February 13th.
AUC Open Day: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
AUC Open Day is your opportunity to gain insights into AUC’s academic programs, explore campus life and interact with faculty members. Individual registration is mandatory, and transport is individual. You can register here.
AUC Application Deadline
The deadline for AUC applications is March 1, 2024. Please inform your counselor if you intend to apply to AUC.
Course Registration
Course registration for rising 10th and 12th graders is now complete. Verification forms will be sent to families in two weeks to confirm selections, following a review of selections by counselors and teachers.
Grade 10 Course Selection Night
A big thank you to the grade 10 students and their families for attending our Course Selection Night this past Tuesday. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact your counselor, teachers, or the IB coordinator. Registration dates for rising grade 11 (current grade 10) are set for February 28 and 29, with further instructions forthcoming.
Juniors
After the University Application Kickoff, grade 11 students met with their counselors on February 4 and 5 to discuss the Junior Project. This university research plan is designed to prepare them for their family meeting and organize their postsecondary search. Students should schedule their family meeting with their counselor before April 18. Counselors will contact their students with details on how to book these appointments.
Upcoming University Visits:
Monday, February 19th 11:15- 12 noon outside the high school:
The University of Alabama, Birmingham
ACT test information:
The registration for the remaining 23-24 test dates are as follows:
Saturday, February 24, 2024 (CAC is full)
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Saturday June 8, 2024
Registration details here!
Claudia Bean, Jody Stiles, Kasey Semler
HS Counseling
General Announcements
Core Values Award – Every Year the Board of Trustees honors individuals who have exhibited CAC’s Core Values contributing exceptional and varied voluntary service to the CAC Community in which CAC students are engaged and/or of benefit to the broader CAC community. All members of the community not currently on the Board of Trustees are eligible to be considered for this award. If you know of someone who has made a difference in the lives of our CAC community while exhibiting the CAC core values, please nominate this person for the Core Values Award. The nomination form is available here. Nominations are due no later than 3:00 pm on February 11, 2024.
Board Community Representative Elections – The CAC Board would like to encourage parents to actively participate in the upcoming Board elections. The CAC community elects two board members biannually. CAC parents and guardians who are not employed by CAC and who are not relatives of CAC employees are eligible to apply for a two-year term for the academic years 2024 – 2026. Interested community members are encouraged to get in touch with the Board Election committee at elections@cacegypt.org or request the election information packet to get familiar with the roles, responsibilities and duties of trusteeship.
Board Election Committee
Dustin Harrison, Karim Alaa and David Chi
Rosa in Concert
In Collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute, CAC is hosting Rosa Brunello, Italian bassist and composer.
Join us on Sunday, February 11th, at the CAC Theater for a mesmerizing live musical performance, “Rosa in Concert,” at 7 PM.
Nour Nader
Community Outreach Officer
Global Squad Basketball Camp
The Global Squad Basketball Camp is once again coming to CAC and this time for all 3 school divisions.
Athletics & Activities Office
Email: psilick1960@gmail.com
Call for Volunteers: Season Three Activity!
As we gear up for Season Three and endeavor to provide a diverse range of activities for our students, we are reaching out to our wonderful community for support.
Volunteer engagement would be much appreciated. Students/ parents who are interested in supporting Our CCA program for the upcoming season please contact me at mabdelfattah@cacegypt.org.
Season Timeline:
Start date: March 17, 2024 (Right after spring break)
End date: May 16, 2024
Thank you for being an integral part of our school community, and we look forward to creating a vibrant Season Three together!
Mahmoud Abdel Fattah
ES Activities Coordinator
Embark on a Journey of Compassion at ACS Amman’s Compassion Summit!
Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Compassion Summit, hosted by the American Community School in Amman, Jordan from February 28 to March 1.
“When there is no Compassion, there can be no peace. When we know Compassion, then we might know peace.”
This transformative event is not just a summit; it’s an opportunity to cultivate compassion, foster connections, and make a real impact!
Here’s why you should be a part of this event:
• KEYNOTE ADDRESSES: Be inspired by experts in the field who will share their insights and experiences, guiding you on the path to understanding the power of compassion in fostering peace.
• COMPASSIONATE ACTION PLANNING: Collaborate with like-minded individuals to develop actionable plans that bring compassion to life. Make a difference by turning empathy into tangible change.
• WORKSHOPS: Hone your skills and collaborate with peers to address real-world challenges. Gain valuable knowledge and tools that will empower you to make a positive impact in your community.
• CONNECTIONS SESSIONS: Break down the barriers between schools and connect with students from diverse backgrounds. Expand your horizons and build lasting friendships that transcend borders.
• COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS SESSIONS: Immerse yourself in the local culture by connecting with the community in meaningful ways. Learn, share, and contribute to projects that make a real difference in Jordan.
• BUILD COMMUNITY: From team-building activities to shared experiences, the Compassion Summit provides numerous opportunities to build a strong, global community committed to creating a more compassionate world.
Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a movement that believes in the transformative power of compassion. Join us at ACS Amman’s Compassion Summit and be the change you wish to see in the world!
Check the below links to know more:
• The Compassion Summit: https://sites.google.com/view/compassion-summit/home
• Keynote Speakers: https://sites.google.com/view/compassion-summit/home?authuser=0
If you are interested to join, please sign up here The Compassion Summit Student Interest Form
For more information or to register your interest. See Ms Ereeny, Mr Buckman or Mr Goetz.
Booster Club News
Booster Club
From the MS/HS Library
Parent Library Orientation – February 11th – 3pm! If you would like to learn more about the CAC Libraries and what they have to offer for you and your children, please join us at 3:009m on February 11th in the MHS Library. Sign up to attend using this link: https://forms.gle/FBA8U7FN3DmEeoDSA
Volunteers Needed for the Used Book Sale – The MHS library is looking for student or parent volunteers to help set up the Used Book Sale on Tuesday, February 13th. If you are interested in helping – please email Meghan Ennis at mennis@cacegypt.org.
The Used Book Sale is back! February 14th – 16th
Starting February 14th, the MHS Library will be hosting a Used Book Sale. All books are 20le. If you have any books that are in good condition that you want to donate to the sale, we are happy to take them! The Used Book Sale will also be open during CAC’s International Festival!
Meghan Ennis
MS/HS Teacher Librarian
From the PTO
International Festival
This year’s CAC PTO International Festival is just around the corner and you’re not going to want to miss it! The festival features 25 booths representing more than 30 countries with food, games, and more from their homes.
Tickets are on sale now, before and after school at the front gate. As ticket quantities are limited make sure to get yours while you can!
PTO General Meeting
PTO will host an open meeting later this month and we’d love to see you there.
CAC PTO
The Ramadan Kora Drive: Feb. 15 – 29
The Egyptian Clothing Bank is organizing a football-related clothing drive in collaboration with Omar Marmoush, an Egyptian National Football Player and International Star. Together, we hope to collect football equipment to be donated to young football players across Egypt, in preparation for the upcoming Ramadan Football Tournaments. We’re collecting Football Boots, T-Shirts, Kits, and Socks – red donation boxes can be found around campus.
Donate today and empower aspiring footballers to realize their dreams.
Let’s make this Ramadan one to remember forever – let’s Pass It On!
For further information, please contact 25kshrimali@cacegypt.org.
Kavin Shrimali
Calling All CAC High School and Middle School Students and Parents:
Join us for our next CAC All Pro Dad event on 22 February! Siblings are welcome to attend!
February’s topic is Love. Love is the act of caring so much about others’ well-being that you choose to serve them and treat their needs and desires as more important than your own, even if it requires you to make sacrifices.
Breakfast, donuts and juice, will be provided.
Please RSVP here: https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/13407 so we know how many people to expect.
For more information or questions, contact our team captain, Craig Tippins, at this email: AllProDadCAC@gmail.com
Craig Tippins
The Hope Run is back!
Join us on February 23rd in Wadi Degla to run/walk/jog/sprint for a good cause.
Support the Health and Hope Oasis for children with cancer and their families.
Choose between 2K, 5K and 10K distances!
Sign up below
https://forms.gle/vNzcXtmd2RqaSPWn8
Hope Run Team