Mater Dei theatre events 2010/2011 All dates & times subject to change, visit www.materdei.org/theatre for updates


Fall Play


Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward


Performances November 18, 20 & 21 Thur & Sat @ 7:30 PM, Sun @ 2:00 PM Monarch Pavilion (aka Old Gym)


Theatre Clubs & Events Theatre Arts Club - Meetings 1st Thursday each month Improv Comedy Club - Practice Tuesdays - Auditions in February Performs at various events throughout the year. all year Big Charity Shows: 10/26, 12/8, 5/3


For ticket information and donations – contact Mr. Williams at pwilliams@materdei.org.


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Here’s how it works: Each time you purchase Scrip, a cash rebate is generated from the participating retailer. 50% of the rebate goes toward our need-based financial aid program. The other 50% can be directed toward your Mater Dei student’s tuition account or as a donation to a Mater Dei program, club or sport.


Scrip (Gift Cards) from the comfort of your home and the ability to pay for your order online. Log on and purchase your Scrip today! Major retailers, grocers, gas stations, restaurants and AMEX are available.


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Visitwww.shopwithscrip.com and click “my account” to register. Enter the Mater Dei High Schoolenrollment code: D69F4B264474. Orders placed each week by Monday at 8 a.m. will be ready for pick-up by Friday afternoon. Orders placed online after Monday will be available the Friday of the following week. Pick up in the Mater Dei Main Office.


Please invite friends and family members to participate for your student’s benefit. For additional information, please visit the Main Office or send an email to scrip@materdei.org.


Muth Family Learning Center Sharpening Your Study Skills


Continuing on the theme of study skills, students describe below what works best for them. Please keep in mind that study habits are very personal and students need to try and discover what works best.


Some study tips/skills from students canvassed:


• Meet with their classroom teacher regularly to clear up confusions, clarify assignment questions or formats, and seek encouragement and feedback. Teachers should be consulted regularly if a student is receiving tutorial services, for direction. This is also a suggestion from recent MDHS alums!


• Work daily with their Edline and email teachers if they have a question. There is no excuse for not knowing what is due or what is expected. If there is a problem with Edline, check with teachers, Academic Counselors and/or the Learning Center for assistance.


• Use their planner! Students need to copy down the assignments that ALL classrooms post on the classroom whiteboard as well as appointments to meet with a teacher and where they plan to study.


• Create a TO DO list on a 3/5 card that can be kept in a pocket or purse - JUST DO IT everyday!


• Create a CURRENT folder for every class. These folders are not in place of a binder, but rather a way to keep current chapter handouts, notes, study guides and homework in one place during the course of unit and/or genre of work. At the end of the unit, transfer the old work to the binder and free up the folder again for current work.


• Copying chapter sections can help lessen bag weight home/school. Don’t forget to highlight, use sticky notes, and/or flashcards. Check the text publisher online to see if there are PDF’s of your texts as well.


I want to give credit to a freshman boy (JRC) who created a “self-talk” phrase: “SNAP TO AND JUST DO IT!” Finally, from America’s Next Top Model Program on TV: “Work through your pain (or discomfort zone!)”


The end product is worth it! Students will be proud that they surmounted challenges! This is a form of winning!


Invest in your personal growth, come discover all that the Muth Family Learning Center has to offer you. For more info, please call (714) 641-3694 or email Marilyn Wilson atmwilson@materdei.org.


Marilyn Wilson, Director/Learning Specialist JoAnn McCune, Teacher/Reading Specialist


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