Naviance program remains useful despite glitches
Brianna Glase, Managing Editor
December 16, 2011
With classes, college applications, and senioritis setting in, some students find it difficult to keep everything organized. With the implementation of the online program Naviance, senior Becca Falter is enthusiastic about how much easier it is to keep track of all of her college applications. “It... Read more »
New Building Superintendent hired
Emily Clarke, Managing Editor
December 16, 2011
As of Monday, Dec. 5, Jesse Switzer holds the position of Building Superintendent. Switzer will be replacing former Building Superintendent Al Avent who left the position in mid-September. The position remained vacant until Switzer’s recent hire. According to Director of Facilities Stewart Walker,... Read more »
Russell searches for new wireless system
Elise Adamson, News Editor
December 16, 2011
Director of Technology Greg Russell is heading the search for a new wireless Internet system with increased speed and capacity for a reasonable price. Russell is considering the Internet providers Cisco, Ruckus, SonicWall, and Aerohive to supply the wireless. He is currently getting bids and proposals... Read more »
JC Insider: New senior scholarship established; Barker considers tornado drill
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
May 14, 2010
New senior scholarship established The family of James Long, the former math teacher, lacrosse coach, and creator of the modular schedule at JC who died last year, has created a scholarship to be given to a graduating senior who has seen the largest increase in their academic QPA over four years. The... Read more »
JC Insider: Alumnus receives honors, set to speak at graduation; Strategic Plan nears release
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
April 28, 2010
Every week, “The Patriot” checks all its campus-wide sources to bring you the best of what’s happening at JC. Alumnus receives prestigious award The selection committee of the Alumni Association unanimously agreed that the recipient of the 2010 Charles K. Riepe Alumni Award will be Jennifer McIntyre,... Read more »
JC Insider: Music to take center stage at country fair; Senior email address plans undecided
Katie Clarke, Features Editor; Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
April 7, 2010
Every week, “The Patriot” checks all its campus-wide sources to bring you the best of what’s happening at JC. Music to take center stage at country fair This year, the JC Country Fair will shift toward the more family-oriented Country Fair and Music Festival to be held April 30 – May 2. The... Read more »
JC Insider: Barker’s dissertation initiated; Spring break upgrades planned
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
April 4, 2010
Every week, “The Patriot” checks all its campus-wide sources to bring you the best of what’s happening at JC. Barker’s dissertation initiated In order to receive his doctorate in May 2011 from the University of Pennsylvania, Principal Paul Barker has begun his dissertation on how quiet students... Read more »
JC Insider: Single sex schools offer steep competition; Campus additions planned; Accreditation process changes
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
April 1, 2010
Every week, “The Patriot” checks all its campus-wide sources to bring you the best of what’s happening at JC. Single sex schools’ tradition affects JC According to Principal Paul Barker, for 43 of the 46 years, JC has had more girls than boys in enrolled. According to figures from the Archdiocese... Read more »
JC Insider: School markets brand on YouTube; School named best in county; Strategic plan nearly released
Kate Froehlich, Executive Editor
March 25, 2010
JC launches YouTube channel JC has created an official YouTube channel in an attempt to better market the school using new technology. Director of Communications Sue Cathell created the channel because “I know that the future of websites and marketing is YouTube and Facebook and the social networking... Read more »
JC Insider: Additional summer programs to be offered; alumnus funds Holocaust program
March 18, 2010
Every week, “The Patriot” checks all its campus-wide sources to bring you the best of what’s happening at JC. School increases number of summer programs In addition to the summer programs offered on campus in theatre and sports during the summer, a set of art and science classes will also be held... Read more »