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Volume 9 Number 10 October 18, 2018
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Fall Open House - Sun., Oct. 21
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For a printable version of this flyer,
click here.
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Squire Picnic - Grades 3rd, 4th & 5th - Sun., Oct. 28
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Delone Catholic HS Student Council is hosting the annual Squire Picnic for students in grades third, fourth and fifth at J.T. Flaherty Field on Sunday, Oct. 28 from 1-4 p.m. This is a fun-filled afternoon with lots of games, crafts, hamburgers, hot dogs and prizes. This is a great way for area grade school students to experience our Delone Catholic family and meet students from other area schools. Students do not have to attend a Catholic school to participate. We encourage your son or daughter to bring his or her friends. Please read and complete the
parent letter and permission form. Extra forms are available on the school web site at
www.DeloneCatholic.org or can be picked up in the main office. For more information, please contact
Mrs. Lori Heberling at 717-637-5969 x209
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Important Financial Aid Seminar for Senior Parents
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On November 5, 2018, Delone Catholic will be hosting a financial aid seminar hosted by Angela Buchanan-Bloch, Campus Director of Financial Aid at H.A.C.C. This seminar will be of special interest to senior parents, especially those sending a student to college for the first time. Discussion topics will include: completion of the FAFSA (
Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
form needed to receive federal/state aid, filling out the
CSS, the College Scholarship Search Profile, required by some colleges to qualify for scholarships at their school, and
how to access other scholarship opportunities. These topics are relevant for students attending any college, not just H.A.C.C. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:30 pm in the cafeteria. Ms. Buchanan-Boch will be available for questions at the conclusion of her presentation. All senior parents are encouraged to attend.
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Naviance - Connecting Learning to Life
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The Guidance Office is pleased to announce the addition of Naviance. Naviance is a comprehensive college and career readiness solution that helps districts and schools align student strengths and interests to postsecondary goals, improving student outcomes and connecting learning to life. This program will be rolled out to the different grade levels during Religion class. Please click here to watch a video that explains this program.
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Teacher Appreciation Contest
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La-Z-Boy is holding a Teacher Appreciation contest where students or adults can nominate a teacher to win $7500 in La-Z-Boy furniture! This is for the teacher's home, not the classroom.
The best part is the winning teacher's school gets $5000 in La-Z-Boy furniture! This can be used for furniture for the school or as a fundraiser prize.
The nominator even receives $2500. If the nominator is under 18 the prize is given to the parent/guardian.
Please visit
this link to learn more. Nomination forms can be downloaded/printed from this site.
Completed nomination forms are submitted by bringing them to the La-Z-Boy Gallery in York at 728 Loucks Road. (next to El Rodeo on Route 30) by November 11, 2018.
Hard copies of the nomination forms can be picked up at the store as well.
This contest is only open to teachers in the following Central Pennsylvania counties, Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry and York so the odds of winning are very high!
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Provide a School Review of Delone Catholic HS on Niche.com
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Positive school reviews are a way to help promote Delone Catholic HS to prospective families. One online source for school information is Niche.com. Niche helps families to "find their niche" with schools, neighborhoods and companies. Independent school reviews are one way that niche complies statistics on schools. Please take a moment and click here to rate Delone Catholic HS and post your positive feedback on our programs and services. Thank you in advance for helping to promote our school.
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Job Opportunity - Custodian
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Delone Catholic HS has an immediate opening for a full-time custodian. Duties include responsibility for the daily operations and custodial maintenance of buildings and grounds for Delone Catholic HS under direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Principal. External maintenance may include trimming bushes, mowing, shoveling as necessary. Must be team oriented and comfortable working in an environment where discretion is necessary and able to work with custodial supplies and equipment in addition to opening, closing and preparing areas for use as needed. This position requires a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, medical examination/TB test as per Pennsylvania law, all necessary PA and Diocesan Youth Protection clearances which are the responsibility of the applicant and do not ensure employment. Interested applicants may call the main office at 717-637-5969.
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From the Spiritual Life Office
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Caring Visitors Ministry for Ages 9-18
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This would be an opportunity for Church Works of Mercy Hours.
For a printable version of this flyer,
click here.
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Diocese of Harrisburg 150th Anniversary Celebration
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As you may know the Diocese of Harrisburg is celebrating its 150th anniversary at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC on Saturday, November 3, 2018. St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hanover is sponsoring a bus and has seats available. The bus departs from St. Joseph Church at 6:30 a.m. The day includes Mass celebrated by Most Reverend Ronald Gainer, Confession, Adoration, Rosary and Divine Mercy recitation. The bus leaves the Basilica at 4:30 p.m. Bring your own lunch or eat in the cafeteria. The cost is $25 per person (checks should be made out to St. Joseph Church and pilgrimage noted). Any high school students who wishes to attend should be accompanied by a parent. For reservations, contact Carolyn Blaszczyk at 717-889-2623 or
[email protected]
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Every Friday, the Mary, Queen of Peace Chapel is open for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and our students would like to use that time to pray for your intentions. Please use this form to submit any intentions that you have so that a student can choose an intention to pray for specifically during their time at Adoration.
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Fireside Catholic Publishing Scholarship
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All seniors are invited to apply for the Fireside Catholic Publishing Scholarship, which recognizes high school seniors who put their faith into action daily with a $1,000 cash award. Applicants should write an essay of no more than 750 words on the topic "How is your religious education influencing your life?" From among the applicants, one will be chosen by a committee of Delone Catholic teachers to represent our school at the national level. Essays need to be submitted to Mrs. Phenicie by Nov. 1.
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SportsLeader Virtue of the Week
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One pillar of the SportsLeader program is a weekly virtue that we incorporate into our athletic practices and throughout our school community. Every week, we will share them here to encourage the students to take the virtue into their homes as well!
Our virtue this week is DETERMINATION - The strength to stay on course, resist temptation and concentrate on your objective. Our season is almost over and we all want to finish strong.
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From the Athletics Department
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Winter Sports Meeting Scheduled
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The Parent/Player Winter Sports meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria
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Wrestling Open Gyms, No Experience Needed
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For a printable version of this flyer,
click here.
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Protocol for Delone Catholic Football Games
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To further promote the safety of all of our guests at Delone Catholic during football games, ball play will be restricted to the area next to the home bleachers closest to the intersection of South Street and S. 6th Street.
Please note, rough play is not permitted and young children must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
As a reminder, the only entrances to the stadium are located along Delone Avenue and the ticket booth next to the concession stand along side of South
Street.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Go Squires!
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Guidelines for Spectators
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As we begin our fall sports season, we ask that you review the
Guidelines for Spectators. We appreciate your support and are looking forward to a great season!
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Athletic Schedules Online
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From Our Partner Schools and Parishes
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Open House, St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School
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For a printable version of this flyer,
click here.
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2018 Conewago Christmas Bazaar
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For a printable version of this flyer,
click here.
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Health Enews from the Catholic Mutual Group
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The October Issue of Health Enews is titled "Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe While Trick or Treating." In addition to helpful reminders about how to have a safe Halloween, there are safety tips for motorists as well. To read this issue,
click here.
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Youth Wrestling Club Registration
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For a copy of the flyer and attached registration form,
click here.
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Youth Events at Immaculate Heart of Mary
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Everyone is welcome to attend the following upcoming event at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Abbottsown:
- Saturday night, Oct. 27, from 8:15 to 9:15 p.m., we are having a special Festival of Praise Holy Hour. It's open to all people, not just teens. It will feature Eucharistic Adoration, a special Scripture reading and homily, and worship music provided by INFUSED!, IHM's worship band.
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For a printable version of this flyer,
click here.
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Delone Catholic High School exists to educate and challenge students
spiritually, academically, physically, socially and aesthetically,
within the traditions and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
This challenge will inspire students to experience Jesus Christ personally and
to "Be Doers of the Word."
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