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Goals for the School Year
At “Meet the Teacher” Night, I shared with parents several goals that I had set for the school for the current academic year. For the next few weeks, I plan to share one goal and reflect on it. As the year moves forward, I will let families know how we are doing with achieving each of the goals that have been set.
Goal #3 is to understand, evaluate and expand the School’s Development Program. I intend to work very closely with Director of Advancement Bob Birmingham, as we evaluate the Development Program. As I am sure you are aware tuition only pays for so much in the budget. We must rely on our development efforts to fund a big part of our budget. We have already begun our efforts with donor visits, special events and planning. Over the course of the year, we hope to connect with more BC friends and families who can help us sustain the many good projects and programs we are running.
Class of 2028 Step Up/Shadow Days
We are excited to welcome the 8th graders from our Partner Schools! Beginning October 17th through October 20th the Future Saints of ’28 will come to BC and be paired up with a Freshman Saint from their school and shadow their schedule to get a real fell of what it’s like to BE A SAINT!
Cap and Gown Assembly
On Monday, October 16th, Student Services will be on campus to meet with Seniors and review the process for measuring for caps and gowns for Graduation. They will also share information about other graduation items available for families to purchase. Students and parents will have access to an online catalog to review and make purchases.
Social Worker Service
As part of our continued commitment to our students’ well-being and academic success, Berks Catholic will have the services of Mrs. Christina DeJesus, a social worker this year. Mrs. DeJesus works with the Berks County Intermediate Unit and will be conducting regular check-ins with our Freshmen throughout the school year. She will be at Berks Catholic on Friday mornings, starting on October 20th from 8:00am – 11:00am.
Our goal with these check-ins is to provide additional support and guidance to help our students transition smoothly into high school life and ensure that they have the tools and resources they need to thrive both academically and socially. We believe that a strong start in high school can set the stage for a successful educational journey. In addition, the social worker will be monitoring and conducting check-ins with students who have frequent unexcused absences. Frequent absences can have a significant impact on a student’s educational progress and overall well-being and our goal is to ensure a student does not fall behind.
Winter Sports Physicals
The dates, times and locations of our winter sports physicals have been determined:
October 25, 2023 Physicals
Location: Reading High School from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Registration: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/StLukesSportsMedicine@sluhn.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/s/GzEL7JxKCEGT07kZ_q9ZsA2
Primary Schools Invited: Reading, Berks Catholic, Antietam
November 8, 2023 Physicals
Location: Kutztown High School from 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Registration: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/StLukesSportsMedicine@sluhn.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/s/AK0HCYNdyEmOJDhZI7nckQ2
Primary Schools Invited: Kutztown, Fleetwood, Oley, Brandywine
Girls’ Lacrosse Clinic
Berks Catholic Girls Lacrosse is hosting a free lacrosse clinic for girls in grades Kindergarten-Grade 8. BC Girls’ Lax coaches and players will coach and will instruct basics of the game, skill development for field positions and goalies. The clinic will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2023, and Sunday, November 12, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Berks Catholic High School Stadium. For information, click the link for:
BC Girls Lacrosse Clinic.
College Financial Aid Night
Families are invited to join the College Counseling Department for a College Financial Aid Night on Monday, October 16th at 6:30 p.m. in the McGlinn Learning Commons. Mr. Timothy Haight of Swarthmore College will be leading the discussion and presenting on financial aid and scholarship opportunities for students applying to college. All are welcome.
PHEAA Virtual Financial Aid Awareness Seminar
State Senator Judith Schwank, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), will be hosting a free virtual “Financial Aid Awareness” seminar on Thursday, October 19th from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. A representative from PHEAA will explain what financial aid opportunities for college are available and how to go about applying for them. Registration is required in order to receive the Zoom credentials by calling 610-929-2151 or online at www.senatorschwank.com/college.
College Visits Next Week
The following colleges will be visiting BC next week: University of Pittsburgh on Monday; Binghamton University, University of Delaware, Albright College and Marist College on Tuesday; College of the Holy Cross, Ursinus College and the University of Valley Forge on Wednesday, Chestnut Hill College, Immaculata University, Allegheny College and Babson College on Thursday; and York College on Friday.
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