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Merit Scholar Commended Student
Ethan Andrews has been named a Commended Student by officials of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) based on his score earned on the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Approximately 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Congratulations Ethan!
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Homecoming King & Queen
Congratulations to Andrew Schuler and Olivia Struck who were voted king and queen of Homecoming last week.
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Early Dismissal & No School | |
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Early Dismissal - 11:30 AM - MS/HS
We will have an 11:30 AM dismissal on Friday, October 6, while our teachers attend an In-Service. Most buses will adjust their schedules for the earlier pickup time. Please ask your driver. We ask parents to also pick-up car riders by 11:30 AM.
No School - Columbus Day
School is closed Monday, October 9, in observance of Columbus Day. The office is also closed.
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October is the Month of the Rosary, and York Catholic’s 8th Grade students invite you to develop your personal prayer life and join them in praying a 54 Day Rosary Novena beginning October 1. As the name suggests, this novena consists of praying the rosary each day for 54 days. A novena is traditionally 9 days, but this novena is broken up into 2 sets of 27 days. The 1st set of 27 days praying a rosary of petition for a specific intention, and the 2nd set of 27 days praying a rosary of thanksgiving for any answers you received (coincidentally, the last day of the novena is Thanksgiving Day). Join us in experiencing the power of prayer!
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Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. York Catholic’s Diversity Club has created a display to celebrate Hispanic authors and painted the lobby windows to add to the festivities and help educate our students about Hispanic culture. They’ll also be celebrating with the YC Spanish Club. | |
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We need your help in filling our cafeteria positions! Please spread the word.
York Catholic Middle & High School is seeking to fill the following positions.
- Substitute Teachers
- Cafeteria Aide
- Cafeteria Volunteers
If you or someone you know might be interested in joining our team, please click the button below for complete information.
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Lifetouch is the exclusive portrait photography vendor for York Catholic. All students in grades 7-11 will have their yearbook pictures taken Friday, October 6, from 8:30-11 AM at YC. Students must be in uniform. Families are under no obligation to purchase a package, but all students will be photographed for the yearbook. For those families wishing to place a photo order, please know there are no paper order forms. You can place orders online by going to www.mylifetouch.com and using Picture Day ID# EVTZT49NW. Orders must be placed by October 5. Pictures will be distributed to students in approximately 4 weeks after picture day.
If there is ever an error with your photo order, please contact Lifetouch at 1-800-743-8997 or ltcustomerservice@lifetouch.com. Their Customer Service Department will be best equipped to correct your order or answer your questions.
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The Diocese of Harrisburg is reinforcing its efforts to ensure the safest possible environment for children, youth and vulnerable adults. The Diocese’s Safe Environment Program includes VIRTUS Empowering God’s Children® annual training for all children enrolled in Catholic Schools. It is our role as adults to fully protect children. In addition, we must also teach children about their safety rights and boundaries, so they have tools to protect themselves. In an effort to assist in the mission of protecting children from abuse and at the direction of the Diocese of Harrisburg, York Catholic will present a safe environment lesson to all of our students in grades 7-12 during their Theology classes in October.
Teachers will present the lesson, “Safe Adults, Safe Touches and Special Safe Adults,” to students that utilizes a grade-appropriate video component along with an activity. The material is designed to better equip children to know their rights, recognize their boundaries, and empower them to protect themselves when safe adults are not immediately available—and ultimately be safer from people who might want to harm them.
As parents and guardians are the primary educators of their children, you are encouraged to discuss this topic with our child at home. Thank you for your partnership with us to protect children in our diocese.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact Mr. Paul Miller at pmiller@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x1341.
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College & Career Preparation | |
YCAL Partnership
The York County Alliance for Learning (YCAL), is an organization unique to York County, offering students free career exploration and job shadowing opportunities through partnerships with local businesses. With the goal of helping students make informed career decisions, YCAL’s programming is diverse and offered at over 30 different on-site host locations. Last year, York Catholic had 48 students participate in the program. This fall, YCAL is offering exploration opportunities in the following career fields: automotive, marketing & social media, health care, athletic training, law, performing arts, accounting, financial services, criminal justice & forensics, media, information technology, and engineering. Applications for the fall session are now being accepted and space is limited. Click here for more information and the application form: https://ycal.us/
College Reps Visiting YC
The York Catholic Guidance Office is hosting numerous admissions representatives from colleges and universities to speak to our students about their schools. These presentations are for informational purposes and questions and answers, not Admissions interviews. Students in grades 11 and 12 should sign up in the guidance office to attend the presentations.
10/3 Messiah College
10/5 Penn State University
10/10 Saint Vincent College
10/10 Carlow University
10/10 Saint Joseph's University
10/11 The Catholic University of America
10/20 Arcadia University
10/23 Gettysburg College
10/23 Misericordia University
10/25 Alvernia University
10/25 Temple University
10/25 Marywood University
10/26 Ursinus College
10/27 Loyola University Maryland
10/30 Salisbury University
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Extracurricular clubs will be advertising their activities and meetings October 2-6 on the bulletin board by the Guidance Office. Ping Pong Club, Chess Club, Art Club, Film Club, Poetry Club, Ski Club are just a few that students can join. Encourage your child to get involved!
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Parents: Please help spread the word to your friends and neighbors!
York Catholic Open House
Sunday, October 15, 2023
12 PM to 2 PM
Register to attend our upcoming Open House and join us for a look at the York Catholic Middle & High School experience. Learn what life at our school is like and see all we have to offer students (grades 7-12) and their families. Space is limited and pre-registration is required to attend. Click here to pre-register ➡
https://yorkcatholic.org/admissions/open-house/
What You’ll Experience at York Catholic’s Open House Event:
- Take a tour of the newly renovated campus.
- Talk with York Catholic teachers and administrators.
- Meet current students and hear their experiences.
- Learn about the 45+ sports and 60+ activities available.
Did You Know?
Students in York Catholic’s class of 2023 were offered over $12 million dollars in higher education scholarships! Join us to learn how York Catholic sets students up for success and creates a place where every student is known and cared for.
Reserve your spot today! We hope to see you there!
https://yorkcatholic.org/admissions/open-house/
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The Virtue=Strength program is devoted to virtue formation through school, athletics, parish, and/or the community. It is designed to be used by teachers and staff across the entire student body. Each week a different virtue is highlighted to share with our students. Click below for the Virtue=Strength Virtue of the Week that helps parents reinforce virtue formation at home.
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Choir to Sing at Red Mass | |
York Catholic’s Concert Choir has been invited to sing at the Diocese of Harrisburg’s annual Red Mass September 28 at 5:30 PM at the Cathedral Parish of St. Patrick in Harrisburg. At the Red Mass, law students, lawyers, judges, lawmakers, and public officials gather together to pray for God’s wisdom and guidance in their pursuit of justice. The Red Mass originated in medieval England during the time of King Edward I, when the 12 judges of the High Court attended Mass as a group on the opening day of the judicial calendar. Today, the Red Mass coincides with the time period in which the U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term.
Photo courtesy of Diocese of Harrisburg
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The York Catholic Athletic Booster Club is hosting "Night at the Races" on Saturday, October 28, 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). Volunteer opportunities are also available! 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.
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Partner school students in grades 1-6 are invited to our Futures Football Game at York Catholic on Friday, October 13! Come out and be part of the team as you cheer for your future school! Spend time with the varsity players and coaches, listen to coach’s pre-game instruction, participate in team prayer, and pose with the team for a picture. No registration necessary.
Football – Arrive by 6:15 PM to the stadium.
Cheerleading – Arrive by 6:45 PM to the stadium.
Marching Band – Arrive by 5:30 PM to the band room at the back of the school.
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PIAA Officials Appreciation Week | |
PIAA Officials Appreciation Week is October 1-7. While you’re cheering for our athletes, give a cheer for those who dedicate their time so our students can play the game they love. Visit piaa.org to find out you can become an official too.
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Coca-Cola Products
When you make Coca-Cola purchases, you simply enter the product codes here:
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Weis Markets
Help YC earn a share of $500,000 from Weis Markets! On your next visit to Weis, simply scan this barcode or ask your cashier or customer service desk for the YC barcode to scan. The YC barcode only needs to be scanned one time to register. Use your Weis Club Card as usual. You will receive your Club Card benefits, and YC will earn cash based upon your qualifying purchases. Purchases of gas, lottery tickets, postage, alcohol, tobacco, and other products prohibited by law do not qualify. More information can be found in the YC Giving Guide on the website at yorkcatholic.org/give.
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Box Tops for Education
Check your boxed and canned goods for the Box Tops for Education logo and use the Box Tops app to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to YC’s earnings online. Be sure to select York Catholic High School as your school of choice. Complete details can be found at https://www.boxtops4education.com/
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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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Give Yourself a Tax Break! | |
Parents, would you like to save on your State Income Tax return? Additionally, what if I told you those savings can have a direct impact on York Catholic students? Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? If you file for, and are accepted, as a Special Purpose Entity (SPE), it’s a dollar-for-dollar reduction in the tax liability on your personal tax return. Please continue reading for additional information.
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 Middle & 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 2023, you can find your PA tax liability on Form PA-40 Line 12 of your 2022 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 to reduce your tax liability AND provide much needed assistance to York Catholic students, please follow these steps:
For more information about this easy tax donation, please contact Dave Salter, York Catholic Director of Development, at dsalter@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x1325.
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The Knights of Columbus, Council #6353, East York, PA, is holding its 2nd Annual William “Bill” Smith Memorial Oktoberfest Fundraiser on October 28, from 5-8 PM at the St. Joseph School Gym on Kingston Road in York. Proceeds go to the Jamaican Mission Team. If interested in sponsoring or attending the event, please click the button below. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Kelly Brown at 717-668-0509 or kbbrown79@hotmail.com.
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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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