Please click below to carefully review the Diocese of Harrisburg/York Catholic Middle & High School COVID-19 Health & Safety Plan 2021-22. As COVID-19 guidelines evolve, our school will continue to adapt to the recommendations issued by federal, state, Diocesan, and local entities for our area. Any changes will be communicated through the weekly Irish Eye e-newsletter.
The following is a change as of September 19, 2021:
Close contact to a COVID positive individual is defined as
someone unmasked within 6 feet for 15 minutes or more.
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School will be closed
Wednesday, September 29,
while teachers attend the
Diocesan Educational Conference.
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September 24-25
Tours/Soccer Game/Alumni Band & Cheerleaders
Homecoming is going to have a slightly different look this year!
We’ve been informed that our opponent for the scheduled football game will not be able to play due to COVID, so instead of a Homecoming football game, we will be hosting a Homecoming Soccer Game instead!
York Catholic Boys Soccer Team will take on Antietam on Friday, September 24, at 6:30 PM (instead of Saturday). Pre-game festivities begin at 5:45 PM with our Marching Band performance followed by the introduction of our Homecoming Court at 6:15 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 cmezza@yorkcatholic.org 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 and dance during the 2nd half. If you are interested in participating, please contact Heather Hoffman at 717-846-8871 x220 or hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org.
Our School Tours will be cancelled to allow for our Student Ambassadors to enjoy the celebration.
Homecoming Dance (High School student-only event)
The Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, September 25, from 7-10 PM in the cafeteria. Tickets are required and the sale has ended. If you have any questions about the Dance, please contact Melissa Emschweiler at memschweiler@yorkcatholic.org.
Alumni Social
The Alumni Association will be hosting a Homecoming Alumni Social on Saturday, September 25, from 6-10 PM at Central Market for ages 21+. Enjoy food from Mezzogiorno Chef Tim Spangler ‘81 and DJ services from Chris Wagman ‘67. The cost to attend is free with one piece of fun YC memorabilia to share. Dig out those class rings, varsity pins, district medals, band awards, pictures, trophies. We want to see what made you YC HAPPY! (memorabilia is not required for admittance). Please RSVP to alumniassociation@yorkcatholic.org for our food planning. We can’t wait to see everyone on September 25!
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This past Monday, 140 golfers, volunteers, and staff came together for York Catholic's 31st Annual Golf Tournament at the Out Door Country Club in York.
Over $11,000 was raised from this fun-filled day to benefit the York Catholic Fund, which works to close the gap between tuition and the actual cost of educating each student, gives tuition assistance to those in need, enhances our curriculum, and provides technology resources for all students, as well as improves the safety of our school. Thank you to all who helped us “tee off” another great year at York Catholic!
A huge Thank You to our Sponsors: Chick-fil-A East York, Collens-Wagner Agency, Inc., First Capital Fibers, Inc., Flynn O'Hara, Good News Electric, The Harris Family, Holla Vodka, Jack Giambalvo Motor Co., LongView Wealth Solutions, Martin's Potato Chips, Inc., Piccolo's Friendly Movers, Ream Carr Markey Woloshin & Hunter LLP.
Congratulations to our winners:
Open Division: John Ansbro, Dave Fuchs, Kevin Linden, Jeff Piccolo
Women’s Division: Ellen Bowman, Bonnie Giambalvo, Petra Minkin, Karen Traynham
Seniors Division: Brian Addison, Matt Brown, Chris Martello, Chip Berry
Super Seniors Division: Steve Flick, Rich Kelly, Mike Knouse, George Miller
The following golfers won skills contests:
Longest Drive - Male: Mike Rider
Longest Drive - Female: Ellen Bowman
Closest to the Pin: Jim Flaharty, John Vottero, Sean Skehan, Jeff Witman
Skins: Al Geiman, Nick Geiman, Nick Slaseman, Mike Nigro, Brian Addison, Matt Brown, Chris Martello, Chip Berry
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You are our best ambassador! Please share this information with your friends:
York Catholic invites you to our Open House on Sunday, October 17, starting at 12 noon! Learn what life at York Catholic High School is like and see all we have to offer students (grades 7-12) and families. Registered individuals can expect to:
- Connect with current students about their experience.
- Chat with teachers and administrators.
- Talk with coaches and club moderators about our 60+ clubs and activities available.
- Take a tour of our newly-renovated campus.
- Meet other prospective students and families.
Our staff and teachers will be available to answer any questions you may have throughout this event. Join us to experience the YC difference. Masks are required.
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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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Tonight is YC Night at Handel's |
York Catholic-Four Diamonds Spirit Night at Handel’s Ice Cream is tonight, Thursday, September 23, from 6:30-8:30 PM at Handel’s, 2310 S. Queen Street in Spry. Click below for the flyer to show on your phone or to download and print. Present the flyer at the beginning of your order. Every flyer that is returned to Handel’s on September 23 will be totaled and York Catholic will receive 20% of the total sales brought in from the flyers. Show your support along with your friends and family to make this a successful event for York Catholic-Four Diamonds!
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Even though the 2022 color yearbooks are not distributed until May, NOW is the time to place your order for a book. Extra yearbooks are not available in May. Only what is ordered is delivered to YC for distribution.
Please do not send any money to school with your student. Balfour handles the order taking and payments allowing the yearbook advisor and staff additional time to produce the best yearbook ever. All orders are taken by phone by calling the Balfour ordering line at 1-800-944-5930 or by ordering online at https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=62833
Special Note for Parents of Seniors:
There will be a special section of the 2022 yearbook reserved only for parents of seniors to send a message to their senior son or daughter. It is a great keepsake and a wonderful way to congratulate your child for all of their years of hard work. The rectangular space costs $20 and can be in full color with a total of 30 words and 1 picture. Photos should be in good condition and printed on photo paper. Please click here for the Senior Form and return it with your payment (checks made payable to York Catholic) to Mrs. Nagley no later than Tuesday, November 23.
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Junior and Senior Parents: The school is obligated to give names, addresses, and phone numbers of our juniors and seniors to the armed services upon their request, unless parents opt out of having the information shared. If you do not want us to share your student’s information with the military, please contact Mrs. Sheila Gick at 717-846-8871 x317 or sgick@yorkcatholic.org indicating your wishes by September 30.
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No Bags at Athletic Events |
Beginning Friday, September 24, students will not be permitted to bring backpacks or gym bags into the stadium or gymnasium for athletic events. Students will need to return their bags to their vehicles; they will not be permitted to be left at the admissions gate.
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Athletics Ticket Prices
$5.00 - Adults (64 and under)
$4.00 - Senior Citizens (65+)
$3.00 - Non-YC Students and partner schools
Free - YC Students (ID required for HS and MS students)
Student Sport Passes
All York Catholic students are admitted free to all home sporting events when they present their student ID at the ticket counter. Until 2021-22 student IDs are available, students should use last year's IDs. Students new to YC received their temporary student IDs at orientation. Students arriving to the athletic ticket counter without their student ID will be required to pay admission.
Family & Fans Sports Passes
Parents, family members, and fans -- don’t miss a minute of YC sports with an All-Year Sports Pass. Click below for the form. Go IRISH!
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York Catholic is hosting a Futures Marching Band Camp on Saturday, October 2, 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 mask, refillable water bottle, comfortable sneakers, bug spray, sunscreen, hat, mask, and comfortable clothing. Please register by September 27 by contacting Cecelia Mezza at cmezza@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x324.
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 8 football game. You do not need to attend the mini camp in order to play with us. Please email Ms. Mezza at the above address 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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Partner school students in grades 1-6 are invited to Futures Games at York Catholic! Come out and be part of the team as you cheer for your future school! Spend time with the varsity players and coaches, listen to coach’s pregame instruction, participate in team prayer, sit together to cheer on the team, and pose with the team for a picture.
Girls Soccer - Oct 5 at 5:45 PM. Arrive by 5:15 PM.
Meet at the stadium concession stand.
Volleyball - Oct 7 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:30 PM. NEW DATE!
Meet in the gymnasium.
Masks are required.
Football – Oct 8 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:15 PM.
Meet at the stadium concession stand.
Cheerleading – Oct 8 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:45 PM.
Meet at the stadium under the press box.
Marching Band – Oct 8 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 5:30 PM.
Meet in the Band Room at the back of the school.
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Did you know our Social Studies teacher, Mr. MacDougall, also has a minor in Fine Arts? Here he is showing our Art Club students how to use a pottery wheel.
For more highlights like this, follow York Catholic on social media:
Facebook: YorkCatholicHighSchool
Facebook: YorkCatholicAthletics
Twitter: @YorkCatholicHS
Twitter: @YorkCathAthlet
Instagram: @yorkcatholic
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Diocese Asbestos Management Plan |
Please click here for the Diocese of Harrisburg’s Asbestos Management Plan.
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Previous issues of York Catholic's Irish Eye e-newsletter can be found on the YC website at www.yorkcatholic.org. Go to Parents & Students - News & Announcements and click on the link in the right sidebar under Additional Resources.
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York Catholic Middle & High School
601 E Springettsbury Ave, York PA 17403
717-846-8871
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