What is going on in the world and where is God in all of this? What can we do to bring harmony in our home and to those around us? We can't control the chaos, but we can transform our hearts and minds to allow God's grace to bring us peace. When we do that, we teach our children to do the same, and on and on the cycle goes.

In a survey of our students conducted toward the end of last school year, nearly one-third of the student body indicated an interest in participating in some way in an Esports program. As we look to make Esports available at BSHS, I am seeking the expertise of any parent, guardian, or family member who has knowledge of Esports and would like to collaborate on this project. Interested adults should email Father Donia (jdonia@shanahan.org).

Thank you for your consideration!

FACTS is now accepting applications for 2023-2024 tuition assistance. The priority deadline is December 31, 2022 to be considered in the first round of awards. It is strongly recommended that families complete the FACTS financial aid application by this deadline. Families will need to supply their 2021 tax return in order to become verified and the application fee will be $30. Click here to learn more and select "Applying for Tuition Assistance."

All families are strongly encouraged to review the suggested resources for SAT prep on the Bishop Shanahan website. Of particular note for Grade 11 families: all juniors will be required to have their own copy of the Princeton Review SAT Premium Prep 2023 book by the beginning of the second semester (January 30). SAT Prep books make great stocking stuffers! Speaking of stocking stuffers, now would also be a good time to make sure your student has the appropriate calculator for the SAT, as well as for their math and science classes. Any scientific calculator will get most students through their math and science classes, with the exception of calculus. For anyone making it to calculus, the TI-84 is recommended.

Students who took the PSAT in October will receive their results on December 5. If your student provided an email address on their answer sheet on test day, they will receive an email notifying them of when their scores are available. The email will have a unique access code that will connect them to their scores online. If your student didn’t provide an email address on their answer sheet on test day, they can still access their scores online at https://studentscores.collegeboard.org/. If they haven’t already done so, students will be asked to set up a free College Board account before they can view your scores. If they don’t already have a College Board account, they can save time and set one up now. Resources for understanding how to read and use PSAT results will be shared with students and families once scores are released on December 5.

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

Students are invited to participate in a 7 week Grief & Loss Small Group that will be run by Mrs. Lombardo, School Counselor, and Mrs. Lesley Durr, CCIU Consultant. In this group, students will learn coping skills and make strides towards healing from previous losses. Students will learn that loss is more than just death; loss takes the form of any life change such as changing schools, moving, divorce, losing friends, leaving a sports team, etc. This group will run for 7 weeks in December/January on a rotating period schedule, so students will not miss the same class twice. The consent form is due by December 1st. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lombardo at llombardo@shanahan.org.

Conferences will be the evening of December 7 (3 PM - 8 PM). If you wish to discuss your student’s progress with a teacher and have not yet signed up for an appointment, please do so using the appropriate SignUp Genius by 10 AM Thursday morning. Zoom links to each teacher’s conferences will be emailed to parents on Thursday at noon. Students are strongly encouraged to attend conferences so parents/guardians, the teacher, and the student may work together to reflect on progress and develop a plan to improve student learning.

Please make sure that your student is in proper uniform when returning after Thanksgiving break. Please provide your daughters with new tights if they have been torn, and their skorts should show three blocks. Boys' hair should be above the collar and they should be clean shaven.  

All 9th, 10th and 11th grade students who would like to receive a yearbook in June 2023 may place orders now through February 14, 2023. Purchase is $70 now through December, and will increase to $75 December through February 14, 2023. Click here to place your order. 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.

The Freshman Student Council Induction Ceremony will take place this Friday morning, December 2, during the Freshman Advent Liturgy. Newly-elected Freshmen Student Council members and their parents are invited to a simple reception in the Commons after Mass. Congratulations to our newest Student Council members!

On Tuesday December 6, 2022 Bishop Shanahan will be hosting an Instant Decision Day with Millersville University for the Class of 2023 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. By attending the IDD our seniors will have 

the unique opportunity to sit one-on-one with the admissions counselor to receive a decision, and possibly a scholarship on the spot eliminating 

one of the hardest parts of applying to college: waiting for a decision.

Details for IDD:

Interested students should stop by the College Advising Center ( Room 114) to sign up and receive a pass.

Volunteers Needed at the Christmas Craft Show | Sign Up Now

Volunteer at the Christmas Craft Show on December 3rd! Bishop Shanahan High School excitedly brings back the Christmas Craft Show on December 3 from 9 AM to 3 PM. Shop from 180 handmade crafters and vendors! Admission is free for students, faculty, volunteers, Religious, 8th grade students with an Eagles Nest Card, and children 12 and under. All other guests have a $5 admissions fee which is used to support the event as well as student clubs and activities.

Volunteers are desperately needed! There are many opportunities for parents/guardians to get involved, and we ask that you click button below to check it out!

Student volunteers are also still needed, especially for setup and cleanup. This is an NHS-sponsored event, and any time spent volunteering counts towards service hours. Click here to access the student volunteer sign up.

It truly is a fun day filled with Christmas spirit and Shanahan Pride! Please help us to make it the merriest Christmas Craft Show ever!

Tuesday, November 29th is #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving and a generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. Bishop Shanahan relies on the generosity of alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends to fulfill the important mission of providing students with academic excellence, robust student life, and an active community of faith. Will you join us in this important work? Give online here or Venmo @Bishop_Shanahan.

As 2022 comes to an end, please consider giving the gift of a Catholic Education to Shanahan through the PA EITC tax credit program. The EITC program allows individuals and businesses to redirect their PA income taxes so that qualifying families can receive tuition assistance for BSHS! This program allows YOU to tell Harrisburg how to use YOUR tax dollars.

This school year, 183 Shanahan students have received tax credit program tuition assistance made available in 2021! The donated tax dollars stayed in our school community so that these families could afford a Cathoilc education.

Thank you to those who made it possible! With a 2-year commitment, donors receive a tax credit up to 90% of the donated amount. The remaining 10% may be eligible for a federal tax deduction. Click HERE to learn more. Additionally, this video features an overview of the program. Contact Giving@shanahan.org to begin!

Join us on May 13, 2023 for NestFEST, Shanahan's Spring Auction Fundraiser! This year's event will shine brightly as we enjoy the festive "Dîner en Vert, an Evening in the Garden" theme. Stay tuned for more information!