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John P. Petruzzelli
Principal
610-374-8361 ext. 253
Email: John P. Petruzzelli
Twitter: @jpetrosaints
The Week Ahead
Monday, August 21
Tuesday, August 22
- Faculty Retreat
- Freshmen Family Prayer Service - 6pm
- Freshmen iPad Distribution 7pm
- Saints Locker Room open from 6pm to 8pm
Wednesday, August 23
- Faculty Orientation Day
- College Counseling "College Application" Workshop - 6pm
Thursday, August 24
Friday, August 25
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Dear Saints Families and Friends,
"Whenever you begin any good work, you should first of all make a most pressing appeal to Christ, our lord, to bring it to perfection.
-St. Benedict
Greetings from Berks Catholic! Happy new school year! Each Friday, I will be sending out a weekly newsletter. The Black and Gold Report, with the latest information from Berks Catholic.
I hope you had a fun and relaxing summer. It's time for a new beginning. I have so enjoyed my first few weeks as Principal at BC. I have enjoyed meeting so many new people, families and alums. It has been exciting to see so many students on campus this last week as fall sports officially began. We anxiously await the first days of our new school year. We look forward to welcoming our students and families very soon.
There is something about the start of a new school year. Each summer for as long as I can remember since I began teaching, I have loved going into the school supplies section of stores just to look. I have to admit, I have a bit of a problem when it comes to Sharpie makers, Post-It Notes and white out. I love buying them even when I have enough (too much actually) for the start of a new school year. It’s the back-to-school excitement that gets me every time. And my favorite commercial – the Staples “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” Christmas-themed back to school commercial!
As St. Benedict reminds us in the quote above, as we begin the work of a new school year, let us offer it to Christ, our Lord, and ask him to bless our efforts. While we probably won’t be able to reach perfection in this new school year, it sure doesn’t hurt to try. So, get your school supplies; iron those BC uniforms; start buying your snacks because the new school year starts in about a week! See you soon. Have a great weekend!
It’s a great day to be a Saint!
John P. Petruzzelli
Principal
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Let Us Pray…
-For blessings upon all those involved in the mission of Catholic schools.
-For all new teachers in the Diocese of Allentown that they may find joy and support in their new ministry in our diocese.
-For all of our fall athletes who began practices this week, that God may keep them safe and healthy throughout the sports season.
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Kudos
Welcome (and to some welcome back) to our new BC staff members who join the Saints family: Mrs. Tracy Donoff (Tuition and Financial Aid), Ms. Lynn Gibson (English), Mrs. Christine Hennessy (English), Mrs. Catalina Johnsen (Spanish), Mr. Jeremy Kopp (Technology), Deacon Rick Lanciano (Campus Ministry), Mr. Jake Latchum (Math), Ms. Coleen Mikucki (Science), Mr. Clint Renninger (Facilities) and Ms. Sydney Zeigler (Art).
Many thanks go to our dedicated Facilities Staff, led by Mr. Josh Ressler, who worked tirelessly to get the building clean, prepped and ready for the new school year.
Thank you to the following Seniors who assisted with a mock class lesson for a prospective teacher: Ben Cunningham, Nicola Polinsky, Gianna Roberts and Sabrina Roberts.
Thank you to our Saint football moms who participated in the first annual BC Mother’s Football Clinic. It was a great day of learning, laughing and bonding with their sons.
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What's Happening
Happy New Year
Welcome back! We are all so excited to begin the 2023-2024 school year. We look forward to seeing your children starting on Monday, August 28th (Freshmen only) and Tuesday, August 29th (all students). And, of course, we look forward to seeing the parents throughout the year as well. Please know we are here for you and your children. If there is something we can do to help your child, please reach out and let us know.
The Black and Gold Report Newsletter
Each Friday of the school year, families will be sent by email the Black and Gold Report, a Principal’s newsletter that will include important school news, dates of upcoming events, student congratulations and more. Be sure to look for it each Friday morning.
Opening of School
School opens on Monday, August 28th when we welcome our Freshmen for an Orientation Day. We will begin at 7:50 a.m. and dismissal will be at 11:30 a.m. On Tuesday, August 29th all students report to school at regular time with a 2:30 p.m. dismissal.
Dress Code
Families are reminded that the school dress code is in effect on day one of the school year. The fall uniform consists of the following: for the gentlemen, you should arrive in uniform pants, belt, BC logo polo shirt, uniform school shoes and appropriate socks. For the ladies, you should be dressed in uniform skirt/pants, BC logo polo shirt, knee socks and uniform school shoes. If you have any questions about dress code, please contact Mr. Ricco, Dean of Students, at mricco@berkscatholic.org or 610-374-8361, ext. 227.
Bus Transportation
According to Pennsylvania Law, non-public school students are entitled to transportation to non-public schools by their public school district. ACT 372 forms were mailed to all BC families in April. Bus forms that have been submitted were forwarded to the public school district in which your student resides. Your public school district will be sending you your student’s busing information. If you do not receive your busing information by next week, please contact your public school district Transportation Department. A list of school transportation departments is available on the BC website under Campus Info. Click on the Forms tab and scroll down to Transportation. To date if your student’s ACT 372 form has NOT been returned to BC, the public school district cannot guarantee transportation for the first week of school. If you have not returned your ACT 372 form and require transportation for your student, please contact your public school district directly and immediately for assistance. If you have any questions, please contact Transportation Coordinator, Stephanie Jones, at sjones@berkscatholic.org.
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Meet the Teacher Night
Parents and guardians are invited to our annual “Meet the Teacher“ Night on Wednesday, August 30th. The evening will begin in the Auditorium at 6:00 p.m. with the Administrative Team, followed by a mini schedule for you to walk in your child’s footsteps and experience their classes and meet their teachers. The Saint’s Locker sportswear store will be open. Meet and talk with the Administrative Team during the lunch periods. We hope to see you there.
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EXTRAVAGANZA 2023
IT’S YOUR CHANCE TO GET TO KNOW OUR NEWEST RANCHER!!!
PLEASE JOIN US AT THIS YEAR’S EXTRAVAGANZA FAMILY & DONOR NIGHT OR EXTRAVAGANZA 2023 TO MEET AND GREET OUR NEW PRINCIPAL MR. JOHN P. PETRUZZELLI!!!
FAMILY & DONOR NIGHT WILL BE
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2023 6-8PM
(This is a complimentary evening – (anyone under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.)
Stop by to check out what Extravaganza is all about!!!
EXTRAVAGANZA 2023
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Beginning @6PM
$150 Per Person
(Must be 21 to attend)
**Watch your mail for your invite to this special event sometime the week of September 4th.
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PLEASE ALSO JOIN US AS WE HONOR
LONGTIME SUPPORTER OF CATHOLIC
EDUCATION IN BERKS COUNTY AND BERKS CATHOLIC
DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI RECIPIENT
STEPHANIE RADO TAORMINA HN’83
Berks Catholic High School
Lloyd M. Wolf Gymnasium
955 E. Wyomissing Blvd
Reading, PA 19611
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A DONATION TO EXTRAVAGANZA OR PURCHASE A CASH RAFFLE TICKET, YOU MAY DO SO BY CLICKING THE BELOW PAYPAL LINK
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Social Media
Did you see our posts this week about the holy day Mass with our fall student-athletes? Keep up with all the happenings at the school on our social media channels. Check out what our students are doing day-to-day in class; important news articles; sports and activities; and more! Be sure to follow the school on social media for all the latest updates, pictures and school information. Facebook: Berks Catholic; Twitter: @BerksCatholic; and Instagram: berkscatholic.
It's a great day to be a Saint!
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Our Mission
Berks Catholic High School is centered on the four pillars of God, Family, Academics and Fun. As a vibrant Christ-centered community, the Administration, Faculty and Staff are dedicated to providing a challenging academic environment for a diverse population of young men and women. Through Christian principles rooted in the Catholic tradition, we strive to positively impact our students spiritually, intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally, so they can live productive lives of service in this world and attain eternal life.
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