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LET US REMEMBER...WE ARE IN THE HOLY PRESENCE OF GOD
Greetings from Christian Brothers High School!
We hope everyone had a restful Thanksgiving Break. We look forward to seeing everyone back on campus when classes resume on Monday, December 1, 2025.
Please visit the school calendar for a full list of upcoming events and the cafeteria menu.
Click here for next week’s set rotation.
Click here to purchase tickets for the upcoming Choral and Instrumental Christmas Concerts
Important Announcements
Earlier this month, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered for their Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore, the bishops issued a Special Message addressing their concern for the evolving situation impacting immigrants in the United States. It marked the first time in twelve years the USCCB invoked this particularly urgent way of speaking as a body of bishops The last one issued in 2013 was in response to the federal government’s contraceptive mandate.
Under the regulations pertaining to statements and publications of the Conference, a “Special Message” may only be issued at plenary assemblies, and they are statements which the President of the Conference, the Administrative Committee, or the general membership consider to be appropriate in view of the circumstances at the time To show the consensus of the body, a Special Message must receive two-thirds of the Conference members present and voting at the plenary in order to pass. In a vote of 216 votes in favor, 5 votes against, and 3 abstentions, the bishops overwhelmingly approved the Special Message, with sustained applause of the body following the vote
The full text of the bishops’ Special Pastoral Message is available here.
Fall Finals: As a reminder, all students must attend all Review Days. Daily schedule here.
Students enrolled in Pass/Fail classes are excused from attending the Finals Exam period for the Pass/Fail class.
Campus will close at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, December 15. All students are required to clear campus by 12:30 p.m.
In order to not disrupt Final Exams, students may not leave before the published dismissal time. Refer to Daily Schedule above.
Liturgy Day: On Friday, December 12, we will be celebrating mass with Bishop Soto. CB students will need to follow Liturgy Dress Code.
Falcon Friday Dress Week: From Monday, December 15, through Friday, December 19, CB students may participate in Falcon Friday Dress Week Students may wear any CB top (e g CB polo, CB Club Shirt, CB sports shirt, CB sweatshirt, etc.) and modified dress bottoms such as jeans, sweats, gym shorts, etc Shoes of your choice may also be worn however, you must have appropriate footwear for classes that require it, such as science and P.E. No short shorts, leggings, skirts or any pants with holes, rips, tears, tank tops, midriffs or visible undergarments. Tops should not be modified in any way.
Food/Cafeteria changes during Review/Finals Week: During these days of review and finals, full meals will not be prepared by the cafeteria staff. Only smaller, “grab and go” items will be available due to the limited time in the schedule We recommend packing snacks/a meal for students to eat during designated break times. Breakfast is available every day of reviews/finals. Full lunch menu available on Friday, December 12, and Wednesday, December 17.
PARENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: To find out more about parent volunteering at CB visit: https://www.cbhs-sacramento.org/volunteerism/ or to register for an opportunity visit: https://cbhs.volunteerhub.com. Please note that for the safety reasons, student engaging opportunities require a background clearance
Ushers - Instrumental Concert - Wednesday, December 3rd from 6 PM to 7:15 PM
Ticket Takers/Ushers - Choral Concert (Shift 1) - Saturday, December 6th from 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Ticket Takers/Ushers - Choral Concert (Shift 2) - Saturday, December 6th from 6 PM to 7:15 PM
Auction Invite - Assembling - Wednesday, December 17th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – JOIN US!
Seniors Information:
Seniors have several important deadlines for the yearbook in the coming months. See the attached flyer and scan the QR codes for:
Due November 29th - Senior Portraits with Bill Smith at either their Roseville or Sacramento locations
Due December 6th - Senior Tribute Ads for the yearbook. You can design your own ad that celebrates your Senior with pictures of your choice. Space is limited.
Troubleshooting advice: Design your ad in Google Chrome on your computer (not your phone!), have potential pictures ready in a folder. Consider buddy or group ads with other students,
Due December 6th - Senior Quotes. Please encourage your senior to come up with a 120-character quote they wish to have under their yearbook portrait
Direct all questions about portraits to Bill Smith Photography, and questions about Tribute Ads and Quotes to Mrs. Schorn at nschorn@cbhs-sacramento.org”
Cap and Gown Information: If you have not submitted your approximate height and weight via this form, please complete as soon as possible - it will take less than two minutes to complete, and will ensure your graduation gown fits! You will need to be logged in to your school Outlook account to submit this form Reminder to check your school email and Schoology regularly for important announcements and updates over the next few months.
Counseling
Seniors: College Application Workshops are hosted each Thursday before and after school in Room 103
Friday, December 5th is the FINAL deadline for seniors to request letters of recommendation from teachers (purple form) and counselors (pink form).
Philanthropy
Holiday Shopping? - Earn $ for CB by using RaiseRight! If you shop online, purchase gift cards, or both consider using RaiseRight when you are shopping. It is an easy fundraising program where your everyday shopping earns dollars for CBHS education For every purchase you make CB earns a percentage of the sale. During the holidays keep an eye out for daily bonuses. Simply register ONLINE HERE and use the CB enrollment code: 9LL8C84331629 to start earning today! For questions: 916-7333647 or kvillarreal@cbhs-sacramento org
AUCTION & GALA PLANNING MEETING: Wednesday, December 10th: We are still looking for volunteers to assist with CB’s biggest fundraiser of the year! Whether you are interested in volunteering the night of the Gala or jumping in to help a subcommittee Please join us for the next planning meeting on Wednesday, December 10th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM - REGISTER HERE. For questions, please contact Auction Co-chairs Judy Bernacchi (judyazevedo@hotmail com) and Samantha Ansted (samanthamarie22@gmail.com).
Lasallian Student Life
Liturgies | Wednesday, December 3 at 8 a.m. and Thursday, December 4 at 2 p.m.: Mass is celebrated in the chapel. Parents and family members of CB are always welcome to join!
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mañanitas | Friday, December 12 at 7:45 a.m.: La Raza and God Squad invite our entire Christian Brothers community to take part in one of the most beautiful and meaningful traditions in Catholic culture. We will kick off with Las Mañanitas in the Chapel of Saint Joseph. This is a joyful celebration honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe Join us as we offer flowers, enjoy a live student reenactment of the miraculous story of Juan Diego, and fill the chapel with music and prayer. Families are welcome! After this brief and meaningful prayer service, we will head to the Bertram Living Room for a cozy community gathering We will share conchas and Abuelita hot chocolate This is a perfect way to start your morning.
Mass with Bishop Soto | Friday, December 12 at 11:30 a.m.: The entire CB community will come together in the gym for a special schoolwide Mass. This is a day rich with culture, faith, community, and celebration You won’t want to miss it! Everyone is welcome!
Christmas Grams: Student Council will be selling Christmas Grams starting Wednesday 12/3 through Wednesday 12/10 at both lunches. They are $1 each if purchased by Friday, 12/5, and $2 if purchased after
Southside Santa Event: Santa is looking for volunteers to help with his parade on December 14! City councilmember Caity Maple is sponsoring its annual Southside Santa Parade, and CB volunteers are needed Santa will make stops at St Robert School, McClatchy Park, Ethel Philips Elementary School, and more, spreading holiday cheer. Volunteers are needed at each stop to serve hot cocoa and help with other parade logistics, and volunteers are also needed to help lead Christmas Carol singalongs
Check MobileServe for more information and check in with Mrs. Hanshew with any questions. More information here
December SALT Drive: Collecting Toys for Christmas: During the month of December, S A L T is sponsoring a donation drive to support children during the holidays. New, unwrapped toys are gratefully accepted and can be dropped off in the LSLO throughout the month of December
Christmas Market at CB - Calling all Student Entrepreneurs! The LSLO is planning a Falcon Christmas Market on Thursday, December 11 during all school lunch. If you are a student interested in hosting a stall at the market, please complete the linked form no later than Friday, November 21!
Upcoming Events
Please visit the school calendar for a full list of upcoming events.
Clothes Closet: Open on Fridays during the student lunch period on Dec. 4. The Clothes Closet has been a huge success for students looking for dress code apparel All items are gently used and at no cost. Due to the popularity of the lunchtime openings, the closet is very low on inventory especially CBHS polos and college sweatshirts
Donations of clothing items in dress code are always welcome and can be dropped off in the Front Office during business hours. A very big thank you to all families and staff who have made a donation! Contact Donna Adam - clothescloset@cbhs-sacramento org with any questions
Parking Permits: Parking permits are required to park on campus and are only issued to students with a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Because of limited space, parking permits are limited to one per household Parking Permits are available to purchase online Students can go to the front office to pick up their permit, with proof of purchase. If students are caught parking on campus without a Parking Permit, they will be issued a parking violation For questions regarding parking permits, contact Kelly Harrington at 916-733-3625.
The 2025-2026 Dress Code Reference Guide can be found here.
Athletics
The Cross-Country team has two runners, Jackson Levasseur ’26 and Allie Potter ’28, running at the CIF State Meet Saturday, November 29th at Woodbridge Park in Fresno, CA.
Upcoming Home Games
Men’s Soccer
Tuesday, December 2nd at 3:30, 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.: Frosh/Soph, JV and Varsity vs. Laguna Creek in Bollinger ’57 Stadium
Women’s Basketball
Tuesday, December 2nd at 4:00, 6:00 and 7:30 p m : Frosh/Soph, JV and Varsity vs El Capitan in the Ron Limeberger Gym ’53.
Sport Passes are now on sale for the 2025-2026 season. You may purchase a sport pass through the CB Website under the ticket hub tab at the top of the website
The Christian Brothers Falcons app is updated! Please visit your Apple or Google Play store and manually update your app. Download the CB Falcons App. This is the official app for Christian Brothers High School, which brings fans closer to the team than ever before Follow the CB Falcons all season long on your mobile device.
LIVE JESUS IN OUR HEARTS, FOREVER!