 Our first Missions Collection for the 2018-2019 year will be Wednesday, September 19, to support the Pontifical Mission Aid Societies in the United States through the Diocese of Harrisburg.
It seems hard to believe that there are still billions of people who have not yet heard the "Good News" of Jesus. That is why the Pontifical Mission Aid Societies exist in the Church: namely, to promote mission awareness among the baptized and support for the spread of the Gospel. The Diocese of Harrisburg has been blessed with generous and faithful people who respond with sacrificial generosity to these mission aid societies. Since the Missions Office began in the diocese in 1924, countless missionaries have benefited from the prayers and support offered year after year. Thank you for answering the call to the "missionary spirit" through your support of this holy work of the Church.
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Thank you to Miss Jeanette Craymer and her mother,
Dr. Ruth Davis,
who quilted new Mission Champs banners for each grade. The homeroom collecting the most money for the monthly mission collection gets to display the traveling banner. Each homeroom views the earning of a banner as a sense of pride while serving a worthwhile cause. Thank you Miss Craymer and Dr. Davis!
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| Drop/Add Period Ends for Classes |
Any request for a course change must be accompanied by a written parental request, teacher approval (as originally needed), and a $25.00 Late Roster Change Fee no later than Friday, September 14.
Since the Master Roster is built according to the original registration of students, we cannot guarantee admission to particular replacement classes. For incoming new students, if an error has been made in placement, teachers will initiate the needed change and no fee will be assessed. No course changes will be made after Friday, September 14, however, track changes in courses will be considered into the first quarter at the discretion of the subject teacher for any student who has been inaccurately placed in a course.
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The Student Council and Varsity Club invite you to Go Gold at
this Friday's
football game in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The Student Council will be distributing Gold Out merchandise and collecting donations for the Four Diamonds at the Stadium gates. Join us in conquering childhood cancer.
Watch for York Catholic to be featured on Fox43's Football Frenzy Show on Friday at 6 PM. Fox43 will be broadcasting live from the YC stadium during pre-game festivities as the selected FOX43 High School Football Frenzy Game of the Week.
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 The Junior High Tailgate is scheduled tomorrow on campus prior to the football game. Students in grades 7 & 8 who signed up for the Junior High Tailgate should arrive at 5 PM tomorrow. After the tailgate, families can cheer the Irish football team on to victory vs. Littlestown. Kickoff is 7 PM. Cost is $5 for adults and $3 for students.
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| Marching Band Competitions |
Come out and cheer on our Marching Band as they compete against other bands in the area.
Sep 15 at Hempfield HS - 6 PM
Oct 6 at Northern York HS - 7 PM
Oct 20 at Eastern HS - 5 PM
Oct 27 at Manheim Central HS - 5 PM
Nov 3 at New Oxford HS - 6 PM
Nov 10 at Championships in Allentown - Time TBA
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York Catholic is hosting an Elementary Marching Band Camp on Saturday, September 22, from 8 AM-2 PM for any 4th, 5th, or 6th grade student who has played a band instrument for at least a year or who would be interested in color guard. Students will have the opportunity to play level-appropriate Marching Band music, as well as learn basic drill techniques, and basic color guard techniques with a little fun thrown in. A mini-show for parents will take place at 1:45 PM. Lunch, snack, flipbook, lyre, and music will be provided. Cost is $25 per child, $40 for 2 children, $55 for 3 children. Please bring a refillable water bottle, comfortable sneakers, bug spray, sunscreen, hat, and comfortable clothing. Please register by September 17 by contacting Cecelia Mezza at [email protected] or 717-846-8871 x224 or by clicking here.
Any 6th grade band student who attends a parochial school is welcome to play with the York Catholic Marching Band in the stands at the October 12 football game. You do not need to attend the mini camp in order to play with us. Please email Ms. Mezza if you are interested. Report time is at 5:45 PM in the YC Band Room. Students can leave at halftime or stay for the full game.
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 YC's Varsity Cheerleaders will be hosting a Cheer Clinic for students in grades K-6 on Saturday, September 22, from 9 AM-12 PM in the gymnasium with a showcase of what was learned performed from 11:45 AM-noon. Participants will learn cheers, chants, and a dance. K-6 cheerleaders who participate will get an opportunity to join the varsity squad on the sidelines at the YC football game on October 12. Cost for one child is $25, two children are $35, and three children are $45. Registration and payment are due by September 19. For more information, visit the YC website at www.yorkcatholic.org or click here for the flyer.
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Calendar of Events
Theme Days*
Rules for Dress Down as listed in the handbook
apply for this week. Students are encouraged
to dress according to the following themes on the specified days:
Monday - Movie Monday
Tuesday - Team Tuesday
Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday
Thursday - Throwback Thursday
Friday -
Green and Gold Irish Pride
Powderpuff Volleyball Game*
Females from grades 11 & 12 will play a volleyball game against the female teachers on Thursday, September 27, at 2 PM in the gymnasium. Senior boys will act as coaches and cheerleaders.
Bonfire
The Homecoming Bonfire is scheduled for Thursday, September 27, beginning at 7 PM on the lacrosse practice field (by the alley entrance of the stadium). The fall sports teams will have relay contests to start the night so come cheer on your favorite team. Go IRISH!
Pep Rally/Parade/Football Game/Alumni Band & Cheerleaders
The annual Homecoming Pep Rally is Friday, September 28, at 2:20 PM with the Parade beginning at 5:30 PM. Join us for the football game versus Bermudian Springs at 7 PM.
Marching Band Alumni bring your instruments and sit with the Band during this year's Homecoming game!
If you are planning on playing with the band, email
[email protected]
and we will have music ready for you. If you would like your music in advance, please state that in your email along with your mailing address.
Calling all YC Cheerleader Alumni...Cheer, dance, and stunt during the 3rd and 4th quarters. If you are interested in participating, please contact Heather Hoffman at 717-846-8871 x220 or
[email protected]
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Homecoming Dance*
The Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, September 29, from 7-10 PM in the cafeteria. Tickets are $10 per student and will be on sale September 24-28 from 7:45-8:15 AM and 3:00-3:15 PM in Room 210.
The Formal Dress Code Agreement is required by all students who wish to attend the dance. Any student wishing to bring a guest to the dance must also submit a Guest Permission Form. Parents and students please know the guidelines will be strictly enforced. The most recent trend of formal dress includes two-piece dresses that slightly expose the midriff. Please know that an exposed midriff at any point throughout the evening will not be permitted and the student will be required to change into something acceptable.
Click
here
for required forms. Any questions, please contact
Melissa Emschweiler at
[email protected]
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*student-only event
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| Strengthen & Sustain Catholic Education Update |
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Members of the Strengthen and Sustain Catholic Education (SASCE) Committee for the York Deanery would like to share the following update:
BACKGROUND:
The SASCE committee was formed in 2016 by Bishop Gainer and the Diocese of Harrisburg Office of Education to perform a study and develop a strategic action plan that will strengthen and sustain Catholic education in the York Deanery. This is due to declining enrollments and increasing costs.
PROCESS:
SASCE committee members (pastors, principals, and select lay leader volunteers from every York Deanery parish) have worked hard to define and understand the challenges and opportunities. The committee conducted interviews with pastors and principals, collected financial and enrollment data, and surveyed parishioners and school families. After collecting this information, including over 400 survey results, the committee sought experts in finance and best practices in Catholic education to determine the best path forward. An independent consultant facilitated the process, while the pastors, principals, and lay leaders worked together to prepare recommendations for the Diocese of Harrisburg.
OUTCOME:
Research results from the study led the SASCE to form 11 sub-committees with pastors, principals, and select lay volunteers from every York Deanery parish to develop the strategic action plan. The 11 sub-committees are: Catholic Identity, Curriculum, Enrollment, Extra-Curricular, Facilities, Finance, Governance, Human Resources, PR/Marketing, Technology, and Transportation.
GOALS:
Every volunteer on every committee is dedicated to building a sustainable model for Catholic Education in the York Deanery. The model will successfully support every student on their Christ-centered journey.
The plan will:
- Modernize the structure of the Catholic school system in the York Deanery
- Improve academic achievement
- Facilitate moral and spiritual development
- Utilize collective resources and talents as efficiently as possible
- Continue to support local parishes in the ministry of Catholic education
NEXT STEPS:
The SASCE committee, in conjunction with its 11 sub-committees, thanks you for your patience as we work through this comprehensive and thorough process. We request your prayers and support as the action plan is being finalized. When direction is given by Bishop Gainer and the Diocese of Harrisburg Office of Education, detailed communication will follow.
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Previous issues of York Catholic's Irish Eye e-newsletter can be found on the home page of the YC website at
www.yorkcatholic.org.
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York Catholic High School
601 E Springettsbury Ave
York PA 17403
717-846-8871
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