March 22, 2024
Congratulations to the CMCP Theatre Department on a remarkable debut at the Florida State Thespian Festival this past weekend in Tampa! We are proud to announce that Mia P. ‘25 received top honors, recognizing her solo piece as one of the best performances in the state along with the group receiving accolades and glowing reviews. Read more below about the Florida State Thespian Festival.
Congratulations to the CMCP Theatre Department on a remarkable debut at the Florida State Thespian Festival this past weekend in Tampa!
Our Lions arrived in Tampa on Thursday, March 14, to compete at the state level after qualifying at regionals. They performed on Friday, March 15, and Saturday, March 16, under a variety of categories (solo music, group music, etc.). Mr. Gleichauf, Fine and Performing Arts Department Chair, said “When we were not performing we were participating in master classes and workshops taught by industry professionals and Broadway performers. In the evenings we enjoyed full length musical productions performed by other high school theatre companies that were selected as the best in the state.”
We’re also proud to announce that Mia P. ‘25 received top honors, recognizing her breathtaking solo musical theatre piece as one of the best performances in the state. Mariana R. ‘25, Mia P. ‘25, Zoe M. ‘25, Monica H. ‘25, and Maria F. ‘25 performed “Me Siento Hermosa” at the festival. This song is the Spanish translation of the song from West Side Story, “I Feel Pretty.” Mariana R. ‘25 shared “We are the first troupe in Florida Thespian history to perform this piece in the language it’s supposed to be sung in (Spanish). We brought diversity, representation, and something new to this festival. I am proud of what this piece represents within the theatre community and honored to have been able to be a part of it.”
Mr. Gleichauf shared “From exhilarating workshops to mesmerizing performances, our students showcased their incredible passion and dedication. It was an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, growth, and inspiration. Shoutout to our incredible team of performers, directors, and support staff who made this achievement possible. Your hard work and commitment truly paid off!”
Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news from our Theatre Department. Congratulations, Lions!
Art Club
Check out these photos from the Art Club meeting on Tuesday, March 19. Students had a fun time experimenting with clay!
Women Engaged
Spring Break is a great time to work on scholarships! Scholarships are emailed via SCOIR to students and posted on the CANVAS Calendar under the College Placement Page. Don't fall for scholarship scams: NEVER PAY for a scholarship or a scholarship search. If you don't apply, you don't win and it's never too early to look for scholarships!
Three Scholarship Searches to join:
https://studentscholarships.org/
www.raise.me (Microscholarship for select schools. Students should add to their profile each semester until Dec. 1 Senior year.)
Seniors: At this time you should have completed the Federal Student Aid Application with your parents: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
SAT Test Dates (Fully Digital Exam)
Saturday, May 4 (registration deadline: April 19)
Saturday, June 1 (registration deadline: May 16)
Register at: www.collegeboard.org
ACT Test Dates
Saturday, June 8 (registration deadline: May 3)
Saturday, July 13 (registration deadline: June 7)
Register at: www.actstudent.org
Upcoming Admission Representative Visits
Registration is open on SCOIR for students to meet with an Admission Representative from the following schools during middle block:
April 10 - University of Connecticut
April 11 - Indiana University Bloomington
April 18 - Vanderbilt University
Upcoming Spring Saturday Open Houses
Pre-registration is required on each institution's website.
April 6 - Florida Atlantic University (Boca Raton)
April 20 - University of West Florida (Pensacola)
April 20 - Florida Institute of Technology (Melbourne)
University of Miami offers two Saturday tours each month.
Spring Break
Monday, 3/25 - Friday, 3/29
No Classes - Easter Monday
Monday, 4/1
Classes Resume
Tuesday, 4/2
Class of 2028 Spirit Weeks
Tuesday, 4/2 - Thursday, 4/11
Best Buddies Spring Event
Friday, 4/5 | Middle Block | Gymnasium
Mainstage/ITS Club Meeting
Friday, 4/5 | 2:00 PM | Room 219
2024 Academic and Service Awards Celebration
(Freshmen and Sophomores)
Friday, 4/5 | 6:30 PM | Zaragoza Center
Click here to view the athletic calendar for more information about upcoming athletic events, including away games.
VR Boys and Girls Track and Field
Guy Thomas Memorial Classic
Saturday, 3/23 | 8:30 AM | Dunbar
VR Boys Volleyball vs. Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Tuesday, 4/2 | 4:30 PM | CMCP
VR Boys and Girls Tennis vs. J.C. Bermudez
Wednesday, 4/3 | 3:00 PM | David Park
VR Girls Flag Football vs. Plantation
Wednesday, 4/3 | 4:00 PM | CMCP
VR Boys Volleyball vs. McArthur
Wednesday, 4/3 | 4:30 PM | CMCP
VR Girls Beach Volleyball vs. Keys Gate
Thursday, 4/4 | 3:30 PM | CMCP
VR Boys and Girls Tennis vs. Cushman
Thursday, 4/4 | 3:00 PM | David Park
Tickets to come cheer on the Lions can be purchased
here. Cash is not accepted at the gate.
Summer Camps
Come learn from the Lions this summer! Registration is now open for our various summer camps taking place throughout June and July. Click here for more information.
Lions Attend BCAA Female Athlete Night
On Friday, March 15, our female student-athletes had the opportunity to attend the Inaugural Broward County Athletic Association (BCAA) Female Athlete Night. This event celebrates the achievements of female athletes and featured guest speakers, including Olympic gold medalist Kendall Ellis. Guest speakers shared their stories and inspired young athletes to Play Like a GIRL - with Grit, Integrity, Resilience, and Leadership. Our Athletic Director, Matthew Bishop, explained that “Events like Play Like a Girl are important because it allows young women to hear from female professional athletes like Coco Gauff who have experienced athletics at the highest level. Hearing their stories will serve as inspiration and provide our female student-athletes with a glimpse into how a pro thinks and how they carry themselves.” Thank you to BCAA for hosting this event to help motivate and inspire female athletes, especially our Lady Lions!
National Athletic Training Month
National Athletic Training Month is held every March to spread awareness about the important work of athletic trainers. Shoutout to our Lead Athletic Trainer, Mr. Edwin Orellana, CMCP student trainers, and our University of Miami Student Intern, Rayanna Lewis-Huggins, Thank you for all that you do for our student-athletes.
Click here to see the CMCP-TV broadcasts from this week.
Marianist LIFE Night took place on Wednesday, March 20. Students talked about “Who Am I?” and broke into small groups for sharing.
Academic and Service Awards
On Friday, March 15, we gathered to celebrate our 2024 Academic and Service Awards recipients in the Class of 2024 and the Class of 2025. We proudly recognize these students whose academic diligence placed them in the top ten ranking of each grade and the students who dedicated their time to our community.
Theology
As part of the Senior Theology curriculum on World Religions, students this week learned about key aspects of Buddhism. Students made prayer flags from the Tibetan tradition using words and symbols to promote peace, compassion and wisdom as they focused on the school's mission Toward a Better World. They also tried their hand using a Buddhist Singing Bowl, with the vibration of the bowl serving to focus their attention on the present moment.
Anatomy and Physiology
Mrs. Lagrange's Anatomy and Physiology students participated in an introduction to the respiratory system activity that brought together art and science. Students learned the deeper connection to outperform bodies and how they function!
Honors Biology
This week students in Honors Biology recreated the geologic time scale of the history of life in earth.
Silver Knight Awards Nominees
Our Silver Knight Awards Nominees Caroline D. ‘24 (Drama), Chris P. ‘24 (Business), Bryce S. ‘24 (Athletics), Carlota A. ‘24 (Social Science), Kayley A. ‘24 (Science) and Amelia D. ‘24 (General Scholarship) had their interviews on Thursday, March 21. We are so proud of you and wish you the best of luck!
Golf Classic
The 56th Annual Golf Classic will take place on Friday, April 12, at Jacaranda Golf Club with a 1:00 PM shotgun. Proceeds from this event directly contribute to the growth and development of our student programs, ensuring they receive the resources they need to succeed. Please consider donating cases of beer/seltzer (cans only), soft drinks, and sports drinks to help us stock the beverage carts. Donations can be dropped off to the front office starting now! Please drop off Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM. There are many other ways to get involved to support our Lions - sponsor, register to play, or donate a silent auction item. Registration ends on April 1. Click here for more information or to register.