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Underclassman Awards

On Friday, October 27, 2023  we celebrated the underclass students who received the highest achievement in the individual academic departments and service to our community.   Congratulations to all of our recipients from the 2022 - 2023 school year.   Congratulations to Isabella Ayres, recipient of the Dwight D Eisenhower Leadership Award.

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Senior Retreat

The class of 2024 experienced their Senior class retreat: "Somewhere on the Journey." Students spent the day participating in small and large group discussions based on the theme of Journey.
Seniors had quiet time for reflection as well. The morning ended in the Church with students and teachers participating in lectio and visio divina based on the story of Jesus calming the storm at sea.

Rosary

Our Donovan community gathered together during the month of Our Lady of the Rosary, as part of a prayer initiative called “One Million Children Pray the Rosary.”
 St. Padre Pio who once said, “When a million children pray the rosary, the world will change.”   Prayer is powerful and the students of Donovan Catholic illustrated that today!
 
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Bishop's Mass

Student representatives from St. Joseph's Grade School and Donovan Catholic attended the Mass for Catholic Schools celebrated by the bishop on this feast of Blessed Carlo Acutis. 

Habitat for Humanity

The Donovan Catholic Habitat for Humanity Chapter’s Executive Board Members went out today to build walls for a house that is going to be assembled in Berkeley Township. 

Director of Vocations ~ Father Christopher Colavito

Father Christopher Colavito, director of Vocations for the Trenton Diocese, spoke to Donovan's junior and senior boys about the priesthood.   Father Colavito shared his own vocation story and encouraged our young men to support others who are drawn to the priesthood.
 
Father made an excellent point when he said that God calls enough men to the priesthood; the problem is that many do not respond to that call.   Our society is not one which supports those who choose this vocation.   Let us do all we can to encourage our students, sons, nephews or brothers if they show an interest.

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The Story of Patrick Peyton ~ PRAY

Our student body along with SJGS 7th & 8th graders viewed the movie "PRAY".  We learned of the incredible life of Father Patrick Peyton who encouraged millions to live by the motto:  "The family that prays together stays together."  Now, more than ever our world is in need of the healing power of prayer.

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CAC

Bishop O'Connell enjoyed meeting students from the various high schools during the Catholic Athletes for Christ Mass and gathering.   Here the Bishop poses for a photo with the students from Donovan Catholic High School, Toms River.
Thank you, Mr. Oliver and Mrs. Cummings! Go Griffins! 

Principal's Breakfast

Today we recognized the achievement of our students that received Principal’s Honor Roll for the 22-23 school year. We honored the Class of 2024,  Class of 2025 and the Class of 2026. Mrs. Kelly explained that excellence means trying your best and putting in the extra effort will make all the difference.   Congratulations!

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Extraordinary Ministers

Seniors Matthew Abatemarco and Gia Cagnano were mandated as Extaordinary Ministers of the Eucharist at today's Opening School liturgy.  Congratulations!  Way to make Donovan Proud.

Student Council Exec. Board Inductions

The Student Council Executive Board was inducted at the Opening School Liturgy and promised to lead by example, execute their office, promote the Griffin Spirit within the community, and live the mission of Donovan Catholic High School.   The Donovan Catholic student body, faculty, staff and family members were in attendance.    Congratulations!

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President: James Kopack '24, Vice President Caroline Felser '24, Treasurer Madison Jacques '24, Recording Secretary Bradyn Meara '24, Corresponding Secretary Jayden Gialenella '25, Historian Isabella Chiaravallo '23, and Media Correspondent Brielle Roche '24.

Cafeteria Renovation

This video was produced and directed by the students of Donovan Catholic.

Club Fair

The Student Life Department hosted a club fair for new and returning students. Clubs demonstrated the opportunities of our vibrant campus through academics, service, athletic, and extracurricular activities offered at Donovan Catholic. 

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Freshman Orientation

DURING Freshman Orientation and Community Building Day, students were given the opportunity to run through their class schedule, meet their teachers, and get to know their classmates.
 
Upperclassmen student leaders led freshman through three rotations based on our mission statement ...live your faith, respect and serve others, and pursue academic excellence.

It's Going to be a GREAT year!

Welcome Home Griffins!

Soccer Camp

Fantastic week at soccer camp. The campers enjoyed the beautiful weather while improving on various skills to help improve on their game.  On the last day of camp, the campers competed in competitions.  In these competitions they were able to apply what they learned during the week.  Thank you to all of the campers who attended soccer camp.  

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Knitting Camp

Day 1:  Knitting Camp was a huge success! ? The girls learned the basic technique for chunky knitting - no needles required! They each made a tote bag and we used the left over yarn to craft scarves!

Day 2:  The girls  started making they chunky knit blankets, they came out so cute and so cozy!

Day 3:  The girls finished their blankets and got really creative - look at this DUCK one of the students worked on!

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Basketball Camp

Boys Griffin Game Camp this week emphasized on team play, game situations and sportsmanship.  Join us August 7-10 for another amazing basketball game camp.  

Next week, July 31 - August 3rd we will be focused on FUN, FUNDAMENTALS and SPORTSMANSHIP for girls & boys grades 1-4. Come join us.

              

Pottery Camp

Mrs. Stichter is all set up for this weeks Pottery Camp ! She can’t wait to meet the "potters".
Stay tuned for more updates on our potters  work.  

Volleyball Summer Camp

Donovan Catholic Girls Volleyball Camp 2023 was our biggest and best camp ever.   Under the direction of Varsity Coach Glenn Jansen (‘97) this four day camp introduced beginners to the basic elements of the game while building confidence while helping the intermediate players advance their game skills and fitness.
 
Coach was assisted by twenty counselors who play in our program and former player now Coach Bailey Zrebiec (‘17). Former Griffins now college players Maddy Oehme and Laine Kulpinski (both ‘22) also assisted to discuss what it takes to play on the next level.