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.
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Easter break begins next week. We will have an early dismissal at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, April 13. School will be closed April 14-18. School will resume Tuesday, April 19, at 8:15 AM.
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York Catholic students will present a live portrayal of the Stations of the Cross accompanied by music and readings Wednesday, April 13, at 11 AM as we prepare for the passion of our Lord.
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If you haven't already done so, please complete your re-enrollment form now. The re-enrollment fee is $250, with an increase to $300 after tomorrow, Friday, April 8, 2022. $200 of the re-enrollment fee will be applied to your child’s 2022-2023 fees.
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If you or someone you know are looking for alternate options for your child’s education, be sure to check out York Catholic for students in grades 7-12. York Catholic will host Open House on Wednesday, April 27, by appointment between 6-7:30 PM. Enjoy a private tour to see how YC blends tradition with technology in the classroom as you make a decision about your child’s education for the 2022-23 school year. Attendees should request a visitation time for Open House by clicking the button below. If you have any questions, please contact David Butler at dbutler@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x354.
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The York Catholic Athletic Booster Club is hosting "Night at the Races" sponsored by Tempstar Staffing on Saturday, May 7, at YC. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Post time is 6:15 PM. Join us for 8 simulcast horse races, silent auction, raffles, rip tickets, and all you can eat food and beverages with catering by GingerBabies for $40 per person or $75 per couple.
Fun sponsorship opportunities are available. You can buy a table, name a race, and name your horse(s). Dress is casual. This event is for ages 21+.
Please support one of our biggest fundraising events and come prepared to play and have fun while supporting YC Athletics.
Click here for the flyer.
Click here for sponsorship opportunities.
Click here for a ticket order form.
Click here to donate needed items for the event through your Amazon account.
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York Catholic is proud of the success of its students earning college scholarships over the years. More than 68% of last year's graduating class collectively earned over $10 million in scholarship offers. The Guidance Department keeps an updated list of local, regional, and national scholarship opportunities in the Guidance Center and in the College & Career Google Classroom. The following special scholarships are available with deadline dates fast approaching.
Scholarship for all students
Knights of St. Paul Scholarship
The Knights of St. Paul is offering at least one $500 scholarship to a YC student(s) for use toward their tuition at York Catholic for the 2022-2023 school year. Applications can be obtained from and returned to Mrs. Gick in the Main Office.
Deadline: April 18, 2022
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Anyone wishing to send a senior a congratulatory carnation may order it from April 11-24 for the cost of $1 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 10.
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Class of 2022 congratulatory yard signs have been created for our graduating seniors. If you are interested in ordering, please click the button below to order by April 8 at 3 PM. The cost of each sign is $26.
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Graduating seniors are reminded to complete the Senior Survey by April 22 as this information is very important for Graduation Week activities. Seniors should have all of their college documents ready to go in order to complete this form. All seniors must complete the form, regardless of their plans after graduation. Parents do not have access to the YC Google drive. If students have any questions about the form, they should see Mr. Rouse in the College and Career Guidance Office.
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Service Hours for the 2021-2022 school year are due soon!
Seniors need to submit all of their hours by Wednesday, April 13.
The 7th through 11th grade hours are due Monday, April 25.
Corporal works of mercy are an important part of Christian life, and our life as a YC community. Students should 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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Prom will be held Friday, April 29, at Wisehaven Banquet Center in York. 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 11 and 12 from 8-8:15 AM and 3-3:30 PM, and April 13 from 8-8:15 AM and 11:30 AM-12 noon in Room 112.
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York Catholic senior art students will visit the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC tomorrow, Friday, April 8. Students will leave after homeroom and return in time for 3 PM dismissal.
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The SportsLeader program, which has primarily been devoted to virtue formation through athletics, has created an expanded model to serve an entire school, parish, and/or community. This new program has a new yet familiar name: Virtue=Strength. This program is an enhancement to the SportsLeader program, yet separate as it is designed to be used by teachers and staff across the entire student body.
Click below for the Virtue=Strength parent newsletter that helps reinforce virtue formation at home.
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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, sit together to cheer on the team, and pose with the team for a picture.
Girls Lacrosse – April 21 at 6:30 PM. Arrive by 6 PM.
Baseball – April 25 at 4:15 PM. Arrive by 3:45 PM (at Memorial Park’s Hoffman Stadium).
Softball – April 25 at 4:15 PM. Arrive by 3:45 PM.
Boys Lacrosse – April 28 at 6:30 PM. Arrive by 6 PM.
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Those Box Tops are Valuable! |
Please check your boxed and canned goods for the Box Tops for Education logos.
If your box top is marked with the logo to the left, please cut it out and send it to school.
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If it is labeled with the box top logo to the right, please scan your receipt.
Click the button below for more information and to download the Box Tops for Education app to scan your receipt. Be sure to select York Catholic High School as your school of choice.
Box Tops for Education is the major fundraiser for Middle School Student Council and Middle School activities. You don't have to buy anything or sell anything! Please try to join forces with friends, family, and neighbors to collect or scan as many box tops as possible.
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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. More specifically, tuition only covers 71% of the cost of that education. To help fund that “tuition gap,” York Catholic 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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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 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 2022, you can find your PA tax liability on Form PA-40 Line 12 of your 2021 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, please follow these steps:
The last day to apply for 2022 is December 1, 2022, however, the available funds may run out prior to December, so it's recommended to apply as soon as possible.
For more information about this easy tax donation, please contact Katie Seufert, York Catholic Principal, at kseufert@yorkcatholic.org.
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St. John the Baptist
St. John the Baptist Catholic School is hosting a Fiesta on April 23 from 6-10 PM in the Capitani Social Hall. You can purchase tickets for $65 for this dinner and live auction event by visiting www.tinyurl.com/SJBFiestaTickets or by calling 717-235-3525.
St. Rose
St. Rose Elementary School’s Winter Gala has been rescheduled for May 14 at 6 PM at the Out Door Country Club. The event features dinner, silent auction, DJ, and more. Tickets are $100 and can be purchased at https://www.saintroseoflimayorkpa.org/ or by calling the school at 717-792-0889.
St. Joseph
The St. Joseph Carnival is June 14-18 from 5-10 PM. There are two shifts each day where volunteers are needed, 5:00-7:30 PM and 7:30-10:00 PM. To sign-up for a time, visit https://www.sjy.org/carnival-volunteers.
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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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