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Welcome to Weekly Announcements!
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Sunday, September 7, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
Good Evening Alemany Families,
Tomorrow, Monday, September 8, students will be dismissed early, and school will follow a Friday (grey) Bell Schedule. The school day will start as normal and end at 1:35
p.m. All school offices will close at 1:40 p.m. for a Faculty and Staff meeting.
STAR Testing will take place starting tomorrow, September 8, through September 19 in students' English and Math classes for Grades 9 - 11. These assessments provide valuable insights into student learning and identify areas for growth. Please check your student’s Canvas class to see which days they will be testing.
Tuesday, September 9, we will follow the Tuesday Mass Bell Schedule. Formal uniform attire is required for all students. Students will be dismissed to Mass with their 3rd-period class. Mass will take place from 11:45 a.m. to 12:55 p.m., and school will be dismissed at the regular time of 2:30 p.m. If you have an emergency and your student must leave campus during the Mass, please contact the Main Office in advance at (818) 365-3925 so appropriate arrangements can be made.
Bishop Alemany Parent Association (BAPA)
Parents — stay in the loop with the Bishop Alemany Parent Association (BAPA)! Join us for the first BAPA Meeting this Tuesday, Sept. 9 — Social Hour at 6:30 p.m., Meeting at 7:00 p.m. All Bishop Alemany parents are automatically members of the Bishop Alemany Parent Association (BAPA)! BAPA provides opportunities for parents to connect, get involved, and support our school community. General meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, and parents are encouraged to attend. A $20 annual dues fee per family will be automatically debited from FACTS accounts on September 20 to support BAPA’s programs and activities. We look forward to partnering with you to make this school year a success! 1 Parent Service Hour will be given to families that attend the BAPA meetings.
Parents — stay in the loop with the Bishop Alemany Parent Association (BAPA)! Join us for the first BAPA Meeting this Tuesday, Sept. 9 — Social Hour at 6:30 p.m., Meeting at 7:00 p.m. All Bishop Alemany parents are automatically members of the Bishop Alemany Parent Association (BAPA)! BAPA provides opportunities for parents to connect, get involved, and support our school community. General meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, and parents are encouraged to attend. A $20 annual dues fee per family will be automatically debited from FACTS accounts on September 20 to support BAPA’s programs and activities. We look forward to partnering with you to make this school year a success! 1 Parent Service Hour will be given to families that attend the BAPA meetings.
Freshman & Sophomore Guidance Night
Our counselors will be hosting Freshman and Sophomore Guidance Night for parents on Wednesday, September 10, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall. This will be an informative evening to learn about Naviance, future college planning, and much more. We hope you can join us!
Message from the Deans
At Bishop Alemany, we believe the best learning happens when students are fully present and engaged. To support a focused and respectful classroom environment, we have clear guidelines for cell phone and wearable technology use.
In classrooms and classroom buildings:
• Cell phones should be out of sight and silent unless the teacher gives permission.
• Phones may not be used for calls, texts, social media, photos, calculator functions, or as a timepiece.
At Bishop Alemany, we believe the best learning happens when students are fully present and engaged. To support a focused and respectful classroom environment, we have clear guidelines for cell phone and wearable technology use.
In classrooms and classroom buildings:
• Cell phones should be out of sight and silent unless the teacher gives permission.
• Phones may not be used for calls, texts, social media, photos, calculator functions, or as a timepiece.
Wearable technology (e.g., smartwatches) is allowed but must not be used for distracting or non-academic purposes—cell phone rules apply to wearables as well.
Devices are subject to search in accordance with school policy.
If a device is used in violation of this policy, the following disciplinary actions will apply:
Devices are subject to search in accordance with school policy.
If a device is used in violation of this policy, the following disciplinary actions will apply:
• 1st Violation: Teacher will contact parent/guardian.
• 2nd Violation: Referral to the Deans.
• 3rd Violation: School Beautification.
• 4th Violation: Student must check in their phone at the Main Office and may pick it up at the end of the school day.
• 2nd Violation: Referral to the Deans.
• 3rd Violation: School Beautification.
• 4th Violation: Student must check in their phone at the Main Office and may pick it up at the end of the school day.
Repeated or serious violations may be considered defiance and referred directly to the Deans. Consequences can include detention, probation (regular or strict), or suspension. Continued non-compliance or serious misconduct may ultimately result in dismissal.
Our approach to discipline is rooted in moral guidance, personal responsibility, and respect for the common good. We ask students to practice self-discipline and make responsible choices.
By limiting distractions, we help students stay present, build positive habits, and make the most of their learning opportunities. Thank you for your support in keeping our classrooms focused and our students engaged!
Our approach to discipline is rooted in moral guidance, personal responsibility, and respect for the common good. We ask students to practice self-discipline and make responsible choices.
By limiting distractions, we help students stay present, build positive habits, and make the most of their learning opportunities. Thank you for your support in keeping our classrooms focused and our students engaged!
Attendance Office:
If your student will be absent for any reason, please notify the Attendance Office in writing via email at [email protected]. Emails should be sent before 8:00 a.m. on the day of the absence.
• Early Dismissal for Student Drivers
If your student driver will be leaving school early, a verbal confirmation and a handwritten note from a parent must be presented to the Main Office in advance.
If your student will be absent for any reason, please notify the Attendance Office in writing via email at [email protected]. Emails should be sent before 8:00 a.m. on the day of the absence.
• Early Dismissal for Student Drivers
If your student driver will be leaving school early, a verbal confirmation and a handwritten note from a parent must be presented to the Main Office in advance.
Key Reminders:
Seniors: Please join us for your Senior Sunrise, Friday, September 19th, from 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at the football stadium! A light breakfast will be served. There will be games and prizes and a lot of opportunities to take pictures with your friends. Bring blankets and chairs. You do not need to come in uniform for the event; however, you must change into your uniform by the start of the first period. There is no charge for this event; however, you must RSVP on the senior page of the Alemany website.
Seniors: Please join us for your Senior Sunrise, Friday, September 19th, from 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at the football stadium! A light breakfast will be served. There will be games and prizes and a lot of opportunities to take pictures with your friends. Bring blankets and chairs. You do not need to come in uniform for the event; however, you must change into your uniform by the start of the first period. There is no charge for this event; however, you must RSVP on the senior page of the Alemany website.
EdTech-Shelfit Student Books Guide
Bishop Alemany High School has partnered with EdTech Solutions as the exclusive source for student books. Students can access the EdTech Shelfit Bookstore through their Canvas courses by clicking on "EdTech - Shelfit" in the course navigation menu. Complete details are available on the Alemany website news section and in your student's Canvas Counseling course.
Bishop Alemany High School has partnered with EdTech Solutions as the exclusive source for student books. Students can access the EdTech Shelfit Bookstore through their Canvas courses by clicking on "EdTech - Shelfit" in the course navigation menu. Complete details are available on the Alemany website news section and in your student's Canvas Counseling course.
Canvas observer
Parents can stay informed about their student’s courses and grades by creating a Canvas Observer account. This tool gives you access to class information, assignments, and progress throughout the year. A step-by-step guide is available at www.alemany.org/canvasobserver. If you have any questions or need assistance setting up your account, please contact us at [email protected].
Parents can stay informed about their student’s courses and grades by creating a Canvas Observer account. This tool gives you access to class information, assignments, and progress throughout the year. A step-by-step guide is available at www.alemany.org/canvasobserver. If you have any questions or need assistance setting up your account, please contact us at [email protected].
You are warmly invited to begin your day with prayer and community by joining Rev. Tim Grumbach, our School Chaplain, for weekday Mass every Tuesday through Friday at 7:20 a.m. Mass is celebrated in our Queen of Angels Chapel, conveniently located next to the Main Office. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please visit alemany.org to stay up to date with all the latest information. You can also view the 2025-2026 school Bell Schedule and daily calendar of events.
May God bless you and your family in the week ahead. Bishop Alemany High School
