Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ (VFW’s) premier scholarship program. Each year, nearly 80,000 high school students compete for more than $2 million in scholarships and incentives. Students compete by

writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. This year’s theme is, “Why Is The Veteran Important?” Prizes and scholarships can be awarded at the Post, District, state and national level. Department (State) winners receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington DC, to tour the city, be honored by the VFW and its Auxiliary and receive their portion of $156,000 in national awards, the top scholarship being $30,000. The deadline to submit an entry is October 31, 2022. All students were emailed an entry form by Dr. Moran.

Registration for the 2022 - 2023 Kairos Retreats for seniors is now open! Click the links below to sign up for the corresponding dates:

October 10-14 is Jump in Week! Click here to view the schedule. Jump in Week gives students the opportunity to learn about the many student clubs and organizations at Bishop Shanahan. Each day, eight clubs will be represented in the Main Hallway. Students are encouraged to stop by the tables during their lunch periods to explore and learn more about these clubs. Student representatives will be there to help students learn how to get involved in each club.

The new entryway is now open. If you have an appointment with anyone within the building, please make sure to use the door located at the far left of the main entrance. You will also need your state ID for the new entry process.

Winter uniforms started last week. Please make sure that your student(s) are in their winter uniforms which includes wearing their student ID. If you have any questions, please refer to our student handbook on pages 28-30 for additional information.

Bishop Shanahan's 8th Grade Scholarship Exam is on October 15 from 8:00 - 11:30 AM! Ten renewable scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded! Don't miss your chance to register here.

On Wednesday, October 12th, all students in grades 9-11 will be taking the PSAT at Bishop Shanahan. Student will report to school in winter uniforms and must be seated by 8:10 AM in their testing room. All students should bring two #2 sharpened pencils and a simple function calculator. Dismissal will be at about 12:45pm. 

Bishop Shanahan wants to see all students succeed. If a student is struggling with organization or handing in work on time, they may be referred to the After School Academic Success Program. More information on the program can be found here. If a students is referred to the After School Academic Success, they must attend the Thursday session after school in the Media Center.

The National Honor Society is ready and willing to tutor students who are in need. If a student is looking for a tutor, please complete the form found here. An NHS officer will reach out to assist in assigning a tutor.

All students who have been accepted into the Honor Societies are to report to Bishop Shanahan at 2:00PM on Sunday, October 16th for practice and the distribution of robes. The Installation Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 18 at 7pm. All students are asked to be seated in the cafeteria by 6:30PM. 

It has been a long-standing tradition at Bishop Shanahan High School to welcome the grandparents of freshmen! We would like our grandparents to know that they are an important part of our BSHS community. We invite you to complete the form HERE in order for your child's grandparents to receive a special picture of them from the first week of school!

Please complete the form before Friday, October 21st. Only students whose forms have been completed will have their photos sent. Thank you for your support in continuing this special tradition! Please contact events@shanahan.org with any questions.

Learn how to redirect your tax dollars to benefit students throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and receive a 90% tax credit. Join the next informational webinar; click here to sign up today and click here to learn more.

Send your sports news and pictures to sportsnews@shanahan.org.

Come cheer on the BSHS boys' soccer team and celebrate the Seniors as they take on Sun Valley on Tuesday, October 11th. JV kicks off the evening at 5:30 PM, followed by the Senior Celebration at 6:25 PM. The Varsity match starts at 7 PM. Let's fill the stands with Eagles Pride!

Come cheer on the BSHS girls' field hockey team and celebrate the Seniors as they take on Great Valley on Thursday, October 13th. The Senior Celebration begins at 6:25 PM, followed by the Varsity game at 7:00 PM. Go, Lady Eagles!

The BSHS boys' and girls' lacrosse teams invite you to join them for the 2nd Annual LAX Cornhole Fundraiser Tournament on Saturday, October 15th from 2 - 6 PM at the BSHS Junior parking lot. CASH PRIZES for the top 2 teams. Click here to register.

Cheer on the boys' soccer team while also supporting a good cause on October 18th as the Eagles take on Kennett High School. JV starts at 5:30 PM and Varsity starts at 7 PM. T-shirt sales will take place after school on 10/14 and 10/17 for $15. All proceeds will be donated to support breast cancer research.