Congratulations Class of 2021 |
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Matthew Doyle and Grace Keesey received the Principal's Award at the Graduation Ceremony last Friday. |
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York Catholic High School is proud to announce the accolades of the Class of 2021.
68% of this class of 76 students earned over 10.3 million dollars in college scholarships. Some students received full tuition, room & board and some received full tuition. Many received multiple scholarships from universities, businesses, and non-profit organizations.
This class will contribute to our global society as 95% have chosen to continue their education after high school; 1% are entering the military, and 4% are entering the workforce.
This class shared 11,775 hours of service to the community volunteering with fire departments, police departments, hospitals, doctors’ offices, nursing homes, food pantries, animal rescues, and community events.
The graduates of the Class of 2021 have left their mark on York Catholic High School and are now prepared and ready to make a difference in their community and the world. Our wish for this class is that they practice their Faith, expand their Mind, open their Heart, and honor their Family as the new alumni of York Catholic High School.
Congratulations Class of 2021!
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Please note that our Return to Learn Plan is an addendum to our Student Handbook. You are reminded of the following procedures for Quarantine:
Vaccines
If your child has received, or plans to receive, the COVID-19 vaccine, please email a photo of the vaccine card to the school nurse at sdeluca@yorkcatholic.org. Having this information on file will eliminate the need for the student to quarantine if they are identified as a close contact to someone who has contracted COVID-19.
Quarantine
IF A HOUSEHOLD MEMBER OF A STUDENT OR SCHOOL EMPLOYEE HAS BEEN TESTED AND IS WAITING FOR RESULTS, THE STUDENT OR SCHOOL EMPLOYEE MUST QUARANTINE AND MAY NOT COME TO SCHOOL UNTIL THE RESULTS ARE KNOWN AND THE SCHOOL NURSE HAS GRANTED PERMISSION TO RETURN.
When informed an immediate household member has been tested, the student or staff who resides in the same home will quarantine until the result of the test is confirmed negative. If the result of the immediate household member's test is positive, the student or staff member who resides in the same home will quarantine for 10 days.
Students or staff who may have been exposed to anyone with COVID-19 are required to quarantine for 10 days, even if the student or staff tests negative or feels healthy since symptoms may appear 2 to 10 days after exposure to the virus. Please see the latest criteria from the Centers for Disease Control on "exposure" and "quarantine."
You have the option of having your student get a COVID test on day 7 after exposure and they may return to school and activities earlier IF there is a negative result on that test. Proof of the negative result must be sent to the school nurse at sdeluca@yorkcatholic.org. Please note that the test date cannot be earlier than 7 days after exposure.
If your student has been fully vaccinated and is 2 weeks past their last COVID vaccine, they do not need to quarantine. Proof of the vaccination dates must be sent to the school nurse at sdeluca@yorkcatholic.org.
Please be reminded, if a student tests positive for COVID-19, families are obligated to inform the school for the health and safety of the entire school community. This applies even when we are not in person or in session.
Any student or staff member who is required to quarantine must notify the following:
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If you know a friend, family member, or anyone looking for a high-quality, Christ-centered education for their children who do not already attend a Catholic school, you could receive a $250 credit toward your child's tuition at York Catholic.
York Catholic's Parent Referral Program is a win-win for everyone involved. Referred students receive an outstanding education from York Catholic, while parents of the referred families get peace of mind knowing their child is gaining so much more than just a top-notch education. Families who refer someone who registers at York Catholic receive a $250 credit towards their child's tuition.
You, as parents, are our best ambassadors. In order for the Parent Referral Program to be a success, we need information about individuals who may be interested in joining the York Catholic family. All you need to do is click below to fill out the form. If the family you refer attends York Catholic through their first semester, your family's tuition will be credited $250, spread into 4 credits applied to the months of February, March, April, and May.
It really is that simple. So go ahead. Please click on the box below and allow us the opportunity to do what we love -- help to develop, nurture, and encourage children so they may grow in faith, mind, and heart. Mail or email the form to us and we will take it from there!
The Parent Referral Program is open to all parents of current York Catholic students. The tuition credit is not available for referring your own children. The $250 credit is only good toward tuition on a student's account; no cash is given, and it is non-transferrable. A referred student applies only to a new student from a non-partner school.
Thank you for all you do for our school!
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Thank you to all who gave their lives for our country.
York Catholic will be closed Monday, May 31, in celebration of Memorial Day.
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Students - Grades 7-11
Any lunch account with a remaining balance at the end of the school year will roll-over to the next school year.
Students - Grade 12
Seniors with current YC siblings - account balances will be transferred to the sibling's account.
Seniors with no current YC siblings - any balance above $5 will be transferred to any outstanding tuition. If there is no outstanding tuition, a check in the parent's name will be mailed to the home address.
Seniors: Be sure you have turned off the Auto-Refill from your online Lunch Account.
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We will honor our 8th Graders as they move on to high school on Thursday, May 27, at 2 PM. 8th Graders are permitted to have 4 guests attend. A brief reception for 8th Graders and their guests will be held after the ceremony. COVID screening, mask protocol, and social distancing will be observed.
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We will celebrate the Class of 2022 ascending to the leaders of the school with the Junior Ring Ceremony on Friday, May 28, at 2 PM. Juniors are permitted to have 4 family members attend. A brief reception will take place following the ceremony. COVID screening, mask protocol, and social distancing will be observed.
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Final examinations for all students in Grades 8-11 are scheduled for Tuesday, June 1, Wednesday, June 2, and Thursday, June 3. Junior High students will report to school all three days with classes through the morning and dismissal at 11 AM.
As a reminder, no trips will be approved during final exams (Student Handbook/Agenda pg. 31). Students will not be permitted to take a make-up exam due to a trip.
For grades 9-11, these semester exams will comprise 1/5 of the second semester grade. Students in grade 8 will prepare for and take a final exam; this will be presented as a learning experience in preparation for the transition into senior high school.
Students who take more than one class in a major subject area will take the second conflict exam during the conflict time slot on the day of their scheduled exam. The exam schedule is as follows:
June 1
Exam 1: Math
Exam 2: Social Studies
Exam 3: Conflict Exams
June 2
Exam 1: Religion
Exam 2: Science
Exam 3: Conflict Exams
June 3
Exam 1: English
Exam 2: Foreign Language
In-Person & Virtual Students (virtual students will report to campus for Finals)
8:15 AM - report to homeroom
8:40-9:40 AM - Exam 1
9:55-10:55 AM - Exam 2
11:00 AM - dismissal
11:10-12:10 PM - Conflict Exam
School districts will only pick-up at 11 AM. Students testing in the AAC may be dismissed at a later time according to documented learning needs. All students are required to leave the building at the conclusion of exams unless staying for a supervised activity.
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Each year YC enters into a contract with a professional photographer, Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch, for the senior pictures appearing in our yearbook, ROSA MYSTICA. All senior yearbook photos must be taken by Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch. Pictures from any other photographer cannot be accepted for the yearbook. Junior parents will be receiving mailed information from Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch with instructions regarding guidelines and the scheduled date and time of your student’s senior picture at York Catholic (June 14 and 21). Please arrive prior to your scheduled appointment so you are ready for your assigned time. If you did not receive a postcard, please call Lifetouch at 1-800-445-1189.
Every senior must get their picture taken, however, seniors are under no obligation to purchase the photo. If desired, students can purchase yearbook photo packages from Lifetouch. Lifetouch contributes a portion of package purchases back to York Catholic.
Please observe the following guidelines regarding appearance for photos. All gentlemen must be clean shaven and wear a dress shirt, tie, and sport coat or suit jacket. Hair must be regulation length. No piercings are allowed. Ladies will be provided with a black shoulder drape for photos. Only necklaces and earrings are allowed for the yearbook picture of the young women. Hair must be of a natural color. No facial jewelry is permitted. Please reference pages 16-20 of the Student Handbook for further clarification.
If you have any questions, please contact Lifetouch at 1-800-445-1189.
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If you have not received your bus transportation information from the school district where you live, please click on the link below to print and complete your form. Please mail your form to the school district where you reside no later than June 11.
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FlynnO'Hara, our official provider of school uniforms, welcomes York Catholic School's families for a uniform shopping event on July 8 or July 15. The staff will be available to measure students, answer questions about the uniform, and help you shop for the upcoming school year. Appoint times are required. Please click below to schedule an appointment.
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Join Mrs. Henson on a journey through a galaxy far, far away as she guides you through the intersection of Shakespeare and Sarlaccs. The Summer Shakespeare Seminar 2021: Shakespeare and Star Wars will polish your acting, elocution, and analysis with this fun, free, five-day affair July 26-30 from 12-2:30 PM. This is open to rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. To register, email Mrs. Henson at chenson@yorkcatholic.org.
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This spring, juniors (now rising seniors!) met with Mrs. Phillips on Zoom to create college, technical school, and military online searches and review information through SCOIR and the College Board website. This summer is an ideal time for students to check out the virtual tours of colleges of interest through the SCOIR portal (YouVisit tours), through each college's website, or directly with YouVisit tours at https://www.youvisit.com/collegesearch/.
Summer is a great time for students to begin the application process as well. The preferred methods of application are the Common Application or the college's own application which normally open by August 1. Students should be sure to add their preferred colleges to their SCOIR portal in the My Colleges section. Please be attentive to each college's checklist of required documents and allow ample time to request and submit the information.
Students needing transcripts should adhere to the 2 week minimum request requirement during summer months. Requests should be submitted to the Main Office, attention Mrs. Gick or email Mrs Gick at sgick@yorkcatholic.org. Transcript Release Forms are available on the website in the Forms & Documents section. Please complete the digitized version online and email a copy to Mrs. Gick. If letters of recommendation are to be mailed with the transcript please indicate this in the area provided on the form. Include summer contact information on the form in the event of questions or clarifications. There are no transcript fees charged to current students.
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Fall Practices Open
Varsity football heat acclimation practice begins August 9 with all other Fall sports teams beginning practice on Monday, August 16. For exact practice times, contact the head coach or Josh Cross at jcross@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x330.
Online Sports Paperwork
Students wishing to participate in fall athletics during the 2021-22 school year must have the following paperwork filed online at PlanetHS.com no later than Wednesday, August 4, at 3 PM; no exceptions.
- PIAA Physical Form
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Athlete & Parent Agreement (last page of physical form)
- ImPACT Test
If you have not previously played on a York Catholic athletic team, PlanetHS.com accounts must be set-up by each athlete and his or her parent. Please click here for the instructions on how to set-up an account. If you played on a York Catholic athletic team last year, you already have an existing account. Please use the same ID and password you used last year.
Planet HS will update our forms on June 1. Please do not complete forms until June 1. ALL athletes must upload updated paperwork to be eligible to play during the 2021-22 school year. Doctors’ signatures must be dated AFTER June 1, 2021.
Click here to access the instructions for uploading information to PlanetHS.com. Students wishing to play a fall sport MUST verify the paperwork and ImPACT test are on file with Mr. Cross at jcross@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x330 no later than Wednesday, August 4, at 3 PM.
Failure to complete the online paperwork by the deadline will mean the student will not be permitted to practice the first day of the season. For some sports, this could mean the student will not make the team.
Physicals
OSS Health is hosting sports physicals for fall athletes on June 1, June 12, and July 7 at their Powder Mill Rd York location. Please call 717-848-4800 to schedule an appointment; walk-ins cannot be accommodated. A parent or guardian should accompany the student-athlete. Cost is $15. Please be sure to complete the medical information online at www.planeths.com before arriving and only print the 2 pages indicated for the doctor to review and complete. Please note the planeths website will be updated with the proper forms on June 1. Do not complete or print the forms prior to June 1. If you choose the June 1 physical date, it would be recommended to make your appointment in the afternoon to give you time to complete the paperwork that becomes available that morning.
Sports physicals may also be conducted by your private physician or at a local urgent care center, however, they must be dated AFTER June 1, 2021. Co-payments apply.
Physicals must be completed and uploaded to www.planeths.com no later than August 4 at 3 PM. If you have any questions, please contact Josh Cross at jcross@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x330.
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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
601 E Springettsbury Ave, York PA 17403
717-846-8871
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