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Rebecca Milazzo and Alise Vedrenne-Stauder members of Science Olympiad won First Place in the Wright Stuff competition on Saturday Feb 16. They built and flew an indoor, rubber-powered plane. The flight lasted 2 minutes and 1 second.

Members of Science Olympiad who competed at
Nicholls State University in Thibodaux

Cheerleaders Place Second
in the Southwest Cheerleaders Association Competition

Chapelle students Rebecca Navarre, Mary Tamporello, and Madushani Wijetunge recently took first place in Poster, Essay and Poetry in the grade 9-12 category of the annual Keep Christ in Christmas contest. The contest is sponsored by the Council of Catholic School Co-operative Clubs and The Clarion Herald. Their winning entries appeared in the December 23rd issue of the Clarion.

On Saturday, January 19^th, several Chapelle students helped to restore wetland forests at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center for Louisiana Arbor Day. Volunteers assisted the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana plant over 1,000 trees in 5 acres. The Nature Center was devastated by Hurricane Katrina and lost about 75% of its forest due to saltwater intrusion. Thanks for helping to bring nature back. more pictures

A group of Chapelle students and three of their teachers traveled to Washington, D.C. as part of the Close Up Program. The students learned about government and student citizenship.

Close Up gave Chapelle students the opportunity to learn about the government firsthand. They met with Louisiana Senators David Vitter and Mary Landrieu, heard from Jenna Bush, saw the sites, and spent time together in the nation's capital.

Julieanne Natal created the altar linens used in Friday's Catholic Schools Week Liturgy as part of her Gifted and Talented Project.

Senior Melissa Benedetto receives an award from Associate Superintendent Sr. Leona Bruner, S.S.F. for placing first overall in the banner contest for the Catholic Schools Week Arts and Music Festival. Her banner depicted this year's theme: Catholic Schools Light the Way. In addition to Melissa's recognition as the first place overall banner winner, Chapelle senior Jordan Terry placed first in the high school category and junior Rachael Winters placed second. The chorale performed and student art work was on display.

Matthew 25 students have started a program at the Kenner Head Start called “Healthy Hearts” to teach the children healthy eating habits and exercise. If you would like more information about these service projects, see Mrs. LeCarpentier in Room 207

True Life Modesty Fashion Show

Members of the True Life Club and faculty moderators
modeled outfits that were cute, fashionable and modest!

Cheerleaders practice for Mardi Gras Parades

Look for them in Okeanos, Caesar, Centurions, and Aquila!

Big Sis/ Lil Sis

Housing Field Trip

Mrs. Messa’s Housing I Class visited Long Vue House and Gardens. Students learned about the architectural, interior, and furniture designs of the home.

The Archbishop Chapelle National Honor Society and Student Council conducted a book drive for St. Elizabeth's at Hope Haven Center. St. Elizabeth's, an agency of Archdiocesan Catholic Charities, is a residential and outpatient facility that provides services to girls ages 5-18 Chapelle students donated over 800 books. Kathi Zimmerman and Mary Potter, co-chairwomen of the book drive, recently came to Chapelle to pick up the donated books.

Working with YRNO, Matthew 25 students finished a home in East New Orleans on Louisa St. In celebrating the owner's homecoming, they set up a Christmas tree and decorations and placed presents from the students under the tree.

Two Chapelle students, Courtney Brehm and Bethany Broekhoven, took part in the LMEA All-State Band Concert held November 18th. Chapelle Band Director Dr. Nicholas Compagno also attended the event.

Chapelle President Jane Ann Frosch was honored by New Orleans CityBusiness as one of the 2007 Women of the Year

The Louisiana Music Educators Association recognized Principal Mary Beth Drez as the Administrator of the Year at their convention in Baton Rouge on Sunday, November 18th. She was honored for her support of the Archbishop Rummel Band Program and the Chapelle and Rummel students who participate in it.

Junior Bethany Olivier performed as a member of the Louisiana All-State Choir in a concert on Saturday November 17th. She was joined by Chapelle music teacher, Miss Kathryn Claverie.

Congratulations to the following students who auditioned and were selected for the

Louisiana Music Educators Association (LMEA) Junior High Honor Choir:

Jade Coates

Jordyn Berger

Mallory Migliore

Catherine Owers

Destiny Barrilleaux

Srinee Bajaj

Kelly Letort

Jennifer Bordelon

Mike McKenzie spoke to students on Tuesday, November 13. His words inspired the audience to make the most of their opportunities and to strive for success.

A group of students volunteered their time helping to pack groceries at Second Harvest Food Bank on Thursday, November 8, as part of Chapelle's Evening of Service and the Matthew 25 service program.

Congratulations to the newly elected class officers for the 8th and 9th grades.
8th Grade: President: Alex Buchert Vice-President: Reneé Navarre Secretary: Nadeechani Wijetunge Treasurer: Sarah Bilbe Historian: Emily Laurent	9th Grade: President: Serein Mohamad Vice President: Leah Robarts Secretary: Emily Radcliffe Treasurer: Whitney Sutton Historian: Noel Netzhammer

Sophomore Johlee Schinetsky was crowned Miss Dance of Louisiana-2008 at the Louisiana Association of Dance Masters annual competition held in New Orleans, November 1-3. One of eight contestants vying for the title, Johlee performed a contemporary solo to “On My Way Home.” She will represent Louisiana at the National Convention for the Dance Masters of America next summer in Orlando, FL.

Linda Mauer, a Chapelle alumna, from the class of ''71, taught several members of the faculty and staff the Bob Ross method of oil painting. In one class, people who have done little to no painting before can create their own work of art. Another class featuring a different type of scene, possibly a floral, will be offered in the near future. Anyone interested can contact Laurie Rosato at lrosato@archbishopchapelle.org

Ms. Cathy Glaser from the ADL ( Anti-Defamation League) spoke to the Sophomore religion classes recently about Jewish holy days and traditions

Congratulations to the following students who auditioned were selected for the Louisiana Music Educators Association (LMEA) District 6 Senior High Honor Chorus:

Olivia Sprick

Kate McKey

Alyssa Hernandez

Victoria Quintanilla

Jessica Beeson

Angela Sclafani

Lauryn Richard

Hannah Bergeron

Lindsey Dumser

Rachel Lattier

Janaea Ivory

Bethany Broekhoven