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Eagle Eye
Family Newsletter
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On Friday, Shanahan was with Fox 29's Bob Kelly at Market Street Grill in West Chester celebrating our Philadelphia Eagle pride and getting ready for the big game!
Week of February 12, 2023
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Dear Parents and Guardians:
A few weeks ago I shared with you the exciting news about eSports coming to BSHS. A lot has happened since then and we are well on our way to opening a state-of-the-art eSports space this Spring.
We have been able to purchase many of the items needed to kick start the program, but there is still funding needed for gaming chairs, large monitors, and other accessories needed to make eSports a reality this school year. Can you help us get over the finish line?
Don’t wait. Text BsEsports to 71777 or click HERE and help us push START!
Thank you!
Father Donia
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Black History Month at Bishop Shanahan
February is Black History Month in America. Here at Bishop Shanahan, we will be highlighting the work and accomplishments of a series of black Americans who have persevered through hardship, fought for justice and equality, and inspired others to do the same.
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All of the figures were chosen by the students of our American Studies class, who have learned about them throughout the year. Some of them are historical figures, while others continue the fight for justice and equality today. One figure will be highlighted each day during morning announcements, and all of them will be featured on the monitors in the cafeteria and main lobby in a slideshow designed by American Studies students. At the end of the month, there will be a homeroom quiz on the persons we feature, and the winning homeroom will win breakfast. Click here to see the slides created by the students. |
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Congratulations - Shanahan Students Win AOP Eucharistic Revival Contests!
Congratulations to Alexa Bojko and Amelia Nicols, who were winners in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Eucharistic Revival Student Contests. Alexa won 1st place in the essay contest, and
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Amelia was runner-up in the artwork contest. Students were encouraged to submit original artwork, essay, and/or video in response to the theme: “A living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist" and to be sent in mission “for the life of the world.” Thank you to the hundreds of students who responded to the contest, and the teachers who supported this work. The entries clearly demonstrate a deep understanding of living in relationship with Jesus and living a life of Missionary Discipleship! All student entries will be on display at the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Eucharistic Congress at The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, on September 30, 2023. |
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No School on Monday, February 13th
During his visit to Bishop Shanahan on February 1, Bishop Michael Fitzgerald granted a "Bishop's Holiday," which will be used on Monday, February 13 (the day after the Super Bowl).
Thank you, Bishop Fitzgerald!
Go Birds!
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Lunch Accounts
Please make sure that your student has sufficient funding on their Aramark accounts. There are a number of students with negative balances. Click here to learn more about setting this up.
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Kairos Registrations
Registration for the 2022 - 2023 Kairos Retreats for seniors continues! Click the links below to sign up for the corresponding dates:
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Senior Prom Mandatory Parent Meeting
The mandatory Senior Prom/Graduation Information meeting will be held March 2 at 7:00 pm in the school Auditorium. All seniors who plan on attending the prom must attend this mandatory meeting with a parent or guardian. Please mark your calendars!
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Yearbook Orders
Yearbook sales end on February 28, 2023. All 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students who would like to receive a yearbook in June must place their orders by Tuesday, February 28. The cost is $75 each and may be ordered here. Seniors, please do not order a yearbook unless you would like an extra copy. You will receive a yearbook as a part of your graduation package.
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NestFEST | May 13, 2023
GET INVOLVED!
There are many Sponsorship Opportunities available! Do you have a business you would like featured on the Shanahan and Auction websites? Sponsorships are now available! Click here to learn more.
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Premium auction items are needed! The most popular items of the Shanahan Auction are the Parish Premium Items. Coordinators are still needed for the following parishes: Saints Simon & Jude, Sacred Heart, St. Max, St. Norbert and St. Patrick Malvern. The BSHS Advancement Team will support the Coordinators every step of the way. Ready to get involved and connect with your Parish families to help Shanahan? Reach out to events@shanahan.org to learn more. Thank you to those parish coordinators that have already stepped up!
Did you know? Spirits tastings will be presented by Revivalist Spirits from Elverson! Come sample their botanical gin and bourbon, perfect for "Dîner en Vert: An Evening in the Garden" - and try the specialty cocktail.
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Tax Credit Program Webinars
A new year means a new opportunity to join the BSHS Tax Credit Program! Check out the information webinars hosted by the Foundation for Catholic Education to learn how you can redirect your Pennsylvania tax dollars to support tuition assistance at Shanahan and other local Catholic schools. Learn how to tell Harrisburg how to use your tax dollars and help local families! Click here to register for a webinar; upcoming dates include February 16 and 27.
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Spring Sports Update
Spring Sports Registration Due February 28th
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EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2022 THERE WILL NO LONGER BE SUBMISSION OF PAPER PIAA FORMS. Register with FormREleaf.com to submit your PIAA information and register for our programs. Please follow this link to register: PIAA Online Form Registration
- For the 2023 Spring Season, online registration will be open February 1st through February 28th and tryouts will begin on Monday, March 6th
Spring season includes the following sports:
- Boys Lacrosse
- Girls Lacrosse
- Baseball
- Softball
- Boys Track and Field
- Girls Track and Field
- Boys Tennis
- Boys Rugby (Club)
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Weekly Sports Schedule
Please note that this schedule is weather permitting. Fully up-to-date schedules for both Varsity and Junior Varsity can be found here. Varsity start times are also approximate based on the length of the prior JV game.
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Monday 2/13:
Girls Ice Hockey AWAY at Pennridge (Center Ice Rink 1) 8:35pm
Tuesday 2/14:
Girls Varsity Basketball ChesMont Championship at West Chester University
Time TBD
Friday 2/17:
Girls Indoor Track AWAY at Garden State Invitational/Ocean Breeze 1:30pm
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University of Mary Washington Summer Programs
The University of Mary Washington announces their 2023 Summer Enrichment Program for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. During our one week multidisciplinary pre-college experience July 9-15, participants will join UMW professors for three engaging, meaningful courses; some with out-of-class enrichment activities to help students fully explore the content.
- Use augmented reality to visualize DNA or create digital media.
- Explore the chemistry of food.
- Learn how to run a business.
- Use UMW’s Geographic Information Systems laboratory and outdoor excursions to create mental maps, printed maps, and online story maps.
Explore courses in STEM, business, history or follow a special track in cyber security. A fee of $1,200 covers tuition, room and board, course materials, field trip transportation, and recreational activities.
Applications are due March 20, 2023. Click here to learn more.
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St. Anthony's Lodge & Women's Auxiliary Scholarship
Saint Anthony’s Lodge and Women’s Auxiliary Joint Scholarship is awarding a $2,000.00 scholarship to one student who meets the following pre-requisites:
- The scholarship is open ONLY to a student who is a relative of a member(s) of the Saint Anthony’s Women’s Auxiliary and/or Saint Anthony’s Lodge.
- The student must have maintained a GPA of 2.5 or greater.
- The student must declare a desire to seek a post-secondary education.
- The student shall have demonstrated good citizenship as well as school and community involvement.
Please stop by the College Center for an application. Completed application and essay are due May 1, 2023.
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Bishop Shanahan High School | 220 Woodbine Rd | Downingtown, PA 19335
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