Re-enrollment &
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Thank you for your support this school year as we continue to offer the finest Catholic education in the area. As we transition to planning for 2024-2025, we ask that you please read the following information thoroughly as it contains important information regarding Re-enrollment and Family Customized Tuition for the 2024-2025 school year.
Re-enrollment
New this year – we have transitioned to online re-enrollment through Simple Tuition Solutions (STS)! Instead of a paper form you have completed in previous years, you will now be re-enrolling online. Since this is our first year of using this convenient process, you will be asked for more information to establish your profile than in previous years. The online re-enrollment process is easy and won’t take more than a few minutes to complete. Your patience is appreciated as we roll out this new online enrollment process. Please share your feedback with us so we can monitor and adjust.
Enrollment Deadline is Friday, April 12
To re-enroll your child for the 2024-25 school year, please click the button below to be directed to our new online re-enrollment portal. The re-enrollment fee is $300 per student if paid by April 12. After April 12, the fee increases to $350.
Please click the button below to log into your Simple Tuition Solutions (STS) portal and complete the Re-enrollment section. Please note: This must be completed on a PC or laptop; this cannot be completed using a mobile device.
To prepare for this process, be sure to have the following items ready:
- Student's Physician Name and Phone Number
- Student's Medications
- Credit card (fee) or checking account number (no fee)
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It’s time to celebrate York Catholic at the Green & Gold Gala! You are invited to join us for a festive evening of dinner, drinks, silent and live auctions, camaraderie, and fun. mark your calendars for Friday, April 19, from 5:30-10 PM at the Country Club of York. Tickets are $150 per person. Gather your friends and enjoy a fun night out! This event is for ages 21+. Click below to make your reservation now! The deadline is April 5.
Thank you to our Major Sponsors: Maple Donuts, Stewart & Tate, Tim & Krista Tate.
Thank you to our parents who generously donated to the Class Baskets for the Silent Auction. If anyone would still like to donate, you can send your check made payable to York Catholic to the school office. If you have any questions, please contact Laurie Moir at lmoir@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x1322.
Get your business noticed! Sponsorships are available for this event. For details, contact Dave Salter, Director of Development, at dsalter@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x1325.
All proceeds raised from the Green & Gold Gala will benefit our York Catholic Fund, enabling us to invest in tuition assistance for those in need, a vibrant curriculum, technology upgrades, the arts and athletics, resources for our valued teachers, and the beautification and safety of our school.
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Open House
Tuesday, April 23
6 PM to 7:30 PM
Tell a friend!
Register to attend our upcoming in-person Open House and join us for a look at the York Catholic Middle & High School experience. Learn what life at our school is like and see all we have to offer students (grades 7-12) and their families. Space is limited and pre-registration is required to attend. Click here to pre-register
https://yorkcatholic.org/admissions/open-house/
What You’ll Experience at York Catholic’s Open House Event:
✔Take a tour of the newly renovated campus.
✔ Talk with York Catholic teachers and administrators.
✔ Meet current students and hear their experiences.
Did You Know? On average, YC graduates are offered over $10 million dollars in college scholarships and over 90 percent of graduates now study at 55 colleges around the country. Join us to learn how York Catholic sets students up for success and creates a place where every student is known and cared for.
Reserve your spot today! We hope to see you there!
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York Catholic Middle & High School has the following employment opportunities available:
- Art Teacher
- Substitute Teachers
- Cafeteria Volunteers
Interested candidates can find details and application links at https://yorkcatholic.org/about/employment-opportunities/
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Confirmation Congratulations | |
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Congratulations to our students from St. John the Baptist Parish who will be receiving the sacrament of Confirmation this weekend.
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Service Hours for the 2023-2024 school year are due soon!
Seniors need to submit all of their hours by Wednesday, April 10.
The 7th through 11th grade hours are due Monday, April 22.
Corporal works of mercy are an important part of Christian life, and our life as a YC community. Keep an eye out for service opportunities from now until the due dates if you are in need of doing a bit more.
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Tomorrow, April 5, is Spirit Shirt Friday. Students may wear their favorite YC spirit shirt in place of their uniform shirt. Students still must wear the standard uniform pants or skirt. Spirit Shirt Fridays require a $1 fee payable in homeroom to support Student Council activities for all students throughout the year.
Spring athletes are encouraged to wear a uniform top that supports their team. Spring athletes do NOT have to pay $1 this month.
Additionally, tomorrow is a full dress down day for the seniors in celebration of their class wars victory at Mini-THON. Again, this full dress down day is ONLY for the Class of 2024.
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The state of Pennsylvania requires all students entering 11th grade to get a health physical before the start of the 2024-25 school year. Now is the time to schedule the appointment with your child’s physician as some offices do not have availability until 2-3 months from now. Students who do not have a physical on file at York Catholic by August 1 will not be permitted to start the school year. Please schedule your child’s appointment now.
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The PA Department of Health requires screenings for students in certain grades. The following screenings will occur at York Catholic during the months of April and May.
- Grade 7: 7th Grade - height/weight/vision/hearing/scoliosis
- Grades 8, 9, 10, 12: height/weight/vision
- Grade 11: height/weight/vision/hearing
If you have any questions, please reach out to our school nurse, Tiffany Brocius, at tbrocius@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x1321.
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York Catholic’s Diversity Club invites all YC students and families to join the Race for Change Saturday, April 13, from 11:30 AM-1:30 PM at York Catholic Stadium.
This 3-mile walk/run event is designed to foster unity, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging for our YC community. By participating in this event you are showing your support in creating an environment where diversity of thought, culture, and practices are embraced and valued.
YC students need to pre-register through Family ID by April 5. T-shirts are available for $10 and can be purchased through the Spirit Store. Links to both sites can be found at https://yorkcatholic.org/race-for-change/
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Prom will be held Friday, April 26, at the Out Door Country Club. Click the button below for the Prom Packet with complete information including the Overview, Dress Code Agreement, Expectations, and Guest Form.
Tickets will be on sale April 8-12 from 8-8:15 AM and 3-3:15 PM in Room 109.
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Business Management Panel | |
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The YC Guidance Department is hosting a panel of business management executives to speak to our students about future careers on Monday, April 8, from 10-11:30 AM. Students should sign-up in their Google Classroom.
Photo credit: U.S. Chamber of Commerce
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For My Future: YC Moves Me Forward | |
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College, Trade & Technical Schools, and Military
Junior students and their families are invited to attend “For My Future: YC Moves Me Forward” hosted by our Guidance Department on Thursday, April 25, from 6:30-8 PM. The session will highlight the Senior Year Timeline and what families can do this summer to assist their rising seniors as they make their post-secondary plans. The Guidance Department will be discussing college, technical and trade schools, military opportunities, and NCAA Eligibility Information. Important college resources will be highlighted and families will be provided with a parent workbook. To register, click the button below by Friday, April 19.
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Senior students are reminded to complete the Google Form survey that was emailed by the Guidance Department titled, “Class of 2024.” These surveys will assure that all students are honored on our social media leading up to Graduation.
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Anyone wishing to send a senior a congratulatory carnation may order it from April 8-21 for the cost of $2 each. Any parent, grandparent or friend may click the button below to fill out an order form. National Honor Society members will distribute the flowers on Tuesday, May 14, the seniors' last day of classes.
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Senior Graduation Yard Signs | |
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Class of 2024 congratulatory yard signs have been created for our graduating seniors. The cost of each sign is $26. Please click the button below to order by April 22 at 5 PM.
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It is time for the class 2025 to consider the purchase of a York Catholic keepsake, a class ring!
Visit https://www.balfour.com/pennsylvania/york/york-catholic-high-school to make your decision. The gallery is extensive with selections for everyone and the opportunity to personalize with your name and activities. Ordering is done online, with easy payment options spread over three months if needed.
Any junior needing help with sizing should stop by Mrs. Kemp’s desk in the main office. She has sizing rings available.
Order now and receive your ring in four to six weeks. We will celebrate the class of 2025 as they assume leadership of the school, and will commemorate their senior status with the blessing of the rings at our traditional Junior Ring Ceremony on May 30.
A ring purchase is not required.
Questions can be directed to Kathy Hand at khand@yorkcatholic.org.
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The Virtue=Strength program is devoted to virtue formation through school, athletics, parish, and/or the community. It is designed to be used by teachers and staff across the entire student body. Each week a different virtue is highlighted to share with our students. Click below for the Virtue=Strength Virtue of the Week that helps parents reinforce virtue formation at home.
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Over 250 students receive art instruction at York Catholic and are exposed to pencil drawing, canvas painting, marker designs, portraits, linoleum block prints, watercolors, charcoal drawings, sculpture, pottery, and 3-D design. These art students are hosting a public display of their work at the school April 22-24 from 9 AM-3 PM. Students in grades 7-11 are showing their work completed during this school year, while students in grade 12 are showing a compilation of their work from throughout their school career.
Senior art students will be recognized at the art show reception Sunday, April 21, at 3:30 PM after the Spring Concert.
Graphic by Mitchell Kilgore '24
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Instruments and voices come together as students perform at York Catholic’s Spring Concerts.
The High School Concert on Sunday, April 21, at 2 PM will feature Concert Band, Concert Choir, Jazz Band, Jazz Combo, and Brass Choir.
The Middle School Concert on Monday, April 22, at 7 PM will feature Middle School Chorus and Middle School Band.
Admission is free.
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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! Partner students can spend time with the varsity players and coaches, listen to coach’s pre-game instruction, participate in team prayer, and pose with the team for a picture. Students should wear their uniform shirt for free admittance and must be accompanied by an adult.
Girls Lacrosse – April 9 at 6:30 PM. Arrive by 6:00 PM
Boys Lacrosse – April 11 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:30 PM
Baseball – April 18 at 4:15 PM. Arrive by 3:45 PM (at Memorial Park’s Hoffman Stadium)
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Weis Markets
Help YC earn a share of $500,000 from Weis Markets! On your next visit to Weis, simply scan this barcode or ask your cashier or customer service desk for the YC barcode to scan. The YC barcode only needs to be scanned one time to register. Use your Weis Club Card as usual. You will receive your Club Card benefits, and YC will earn cash based upon your qualifying purchases. Purchases of gas, lottery tickets, postage, alcohol, tobacco, and other products prohibited by law do not qualify. More information can be found in the YC Giving Guide on the website at yorkcatholic.org/give.
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Box Tops for Education
Check your boxed and canned goods for the Box Tops for Education logo and use the Box Tops app to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to YC’s earnings online. Be sure to select York Catholic High School as your school of choice. Complete details can be found at https://www.boxtops4education.com/
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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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York Catholic works hard to ensure the cost of tuition is not an obstacle for students who have the opportunity to thrive through a YC education. As a result of the generous support of donors and supporters, York Catholic can offer a tuition rate that is less than the actual cost to educate a student. YC relies heavily on gifts to our annual York Catholic Fund. Gifts to the YC Fund allow each and every student to benefit from small class sizes, dedicated faculty, a diverse student population, and student enrichment programs. Gifts also support exciting professional development opportunities for our teachers, keeping them at the forefront of education. Please consider making a gift to the YC Fund today!
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Parents, would you like to save on your State Income Tax return? Additionally, what if I told you those savings can have a direct impact on York Catholic students? Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? If you file for, and are accepted, as a Special Purpose Entity (SPE), it’s a dollar-for-dollar reduction in the tax liability on your personal tax return. Please continue reading for additional information.
Pennsylvania now allows individuals to take advantage of EITC Tax Credits (just as businesses can) whereby you have the opportunity to re-direct 90% of your personal state income taxes to York Catholic Middle & High School.
The Special Purpose Entity (SPE) is based on tax liability, not income, therefore each taxpayer’s situation will differ. Participants must be PA residents where at least one spouse is employed or has an ownership interest in a PA for-profit business. An individual or couple filing jointly must have a state tax liability of $3,500 or more to participate. To see if you qualify for 2024, you can find your PA tax liability on Form PA-40 Line 12 of your 2023 tax return. 100% of participant contributions are distributed to the school. You have to pay these taxes regardless, so why not have a say in how your taxes are allocated? Additionally, you will receive at least a 10% personal deduction on your federal taxes. The money you re-direct to York Catholic is for educational purposes, specifically tuition assistance.
If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity to reduce your tax liability AND provide much needed assistance to York Catholic students, please follow these steps:
For more information about this easy tax donation, please contact Dave Salter, York Catholic Director of Development, at dsalter@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x1325.
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St. Joseph Church in York is looking for volunteers for their Audio Visual Ministry. Operate the slides for the Saturday 5 PM Mass and assist with the livestream and slides for the Sunday 9 AM Mass. The time commitment is one Mass per month. Contact Bethany McKay at McKay@sjy.org for more information. Great service hours opportunity for students! | |
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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