Please click below to carefully review the Diocese of Harrisburg/York Catholic Middle & High School Covid-19 Health & Safety Plan 2021-22. |
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All skill levels are welcome at the York Catholic Golf Tournament on Monday, September 20, at the Out Door Country Club. Check-in starts at 7:30 AM with a Shotgun Start at 8 AM.
Click here to register by September 10.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please click here for complete details.
For more information about the tournament, contact Laurie Moir at lmoir@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x322.
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York Catholic is excited to share some information with you that is sure to change how you view paying your state and federal taxes each year!
If you pay personal state income taxes, you now have the opportunity (whether filing individually or jointly) to choose how these taxes are spent each year by joining a Special Purpose Entity (SPE). SPEs are based on tax liability, not income, therefore each taxpayer’s situation will differ. 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 2021, you can find your PA tax liability on Form PA-40 Line 12 of your 2020 tax return.
You could receive at least a 10% deduction on your personal federal taxes each year, so why not have your personal state income taxes serve as tuition assistance funds, allowing more students to thrive at York Catholic High School?
If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please follow these steps:
All SPE funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so NOW is the time to submit your Joinder Agreement for the 2021 Tax Year!
For more information about this easy tax donation, please contact Katie Seufert, York Catholic Principal, at kseufert@yorkcatholic.org.
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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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It’s easy! Just visit these vendor websites for a percentage of your purchases to go to York Catholic.
Amerigas
Please send a copy of your receipts to York Catholic Advancement Office, 601 E. Springettsbury Avenue, York, PA 17403.
Shutterfly
percentage of the value of your purchases to go to York Catholic. Please feel free to share this email with your friends, family and co-workers—the more orders we receive through our Storefront, the more YC earns!
Coca-Cola Products
When you make Coca-Cola purchases, you simply enter the product codes here:
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York Catholic Receives Grant |
York Catholic is grateful to be awarded a $2,000 grant from the Catholic Negro American Mission Board to support the education and professional development programs for our faculty and staff.
The Black and Indian Mission Collection (BIMC) exists to help communities build the Church and preach the Gospel of Jesus among the African American, Native American, and Alaska Native people of God. Every year, it is the amazing generosity of Catholic faithful just like you who enable the Black and Indian Mission Office to support the following important priorities:
Enlivening Parish Life & Catechesis
Grant funds from the BIMC enables us to support parish-based catechetical programs. We help form and train catechists who will form children to be disciples of Jesus in the world, and get bibles and catechisms in kids’ hands so they can learn the ways of the Lord and take their place around His altar.
Helping Educators Reach Kids
With your contribution to the BIMC, you’ll help support good teachers to help African American and Native American kids learn, like Sheryl Ashley at Saint Augustine Indian Mission in Winnebago, Neb. Saint Augustine kids recently made a 60% improvement in reading scores in three years.
Encouraging Vocations
We need men and women living the consecrated life to give witness to a radical Christian life. We need priests in order to have the Eucharist! Supporting the BIMC enables us to help diocesan communities encourage vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
Empowering Evangelizers
BIMC grant funds help offices of Black Catholic and Native American ministries to sponsor events and formation to encourage the Christian life in culturally appropriate ways.
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Any request for a course change must be accompanied by a written parental request, teacher approval (as originally needed), and a $25.00 Late Roster Change Fee. Since the Master Roster is built according to the original registration of students, we cannot guarantee admission to particular classes. For incoming new students, if an error has been made in placement, teachers will initiate the needed change and no fee will be assessed. Students requesting schedule changes must do so during the Drop Add period, which ends September 17, and no changes will be made after that date. Level changes, however, will be considered into the first quarter at the discretion of the subject teacher for any student who has been inaccurately placed in a course.
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School Day SAT for Seniors |
York Catholic is administering the SAT to any interested senior on Wednesday, October 13. The exam will begin at 8:15 AM, end by noon, and students will miss their morning classes. The essay section will not be offered; cost for the exam is $60.00. To register, click the button below or login to Family ID and click on the link titled, "SAT Registration October 13th Seniors Only." Registration and payment are due by 8 AM on Tuesday, September 14. Questions regarding administration or registration may be directed to Mrs. Hand at khand@yorkcatholic.org.
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September 24-25
Calendar of Events
Theme Days (Middle & High School student event)
Rules for Dress Down as listed in the handbook apply for this week. Students are encouraged to dress according to the following themes on the specified days:
- Monday – Mismatch Monday
- Tuesday – Team Tuesday
- Wednesday – Western Wednesday
- Thursday – Tropical Thursday
- Friday – Green and Gold Friday
Tours/Football Game/Alumni Band & Cheerleaders
Celebrate York Catholic’s annual Homecoming Friday, September 24! We will have an Alumni Tent located by the school main entrance bus circle where we will be giving school tours from 5:30-6:30 PM. Join us for the football game versus Biglerville at 7 PM.
Marching Band Alumni bring your instruments and sit with the Band during this year’s Homecoming game! If you are planning on playing with the band, email cmezza@yorkcatholic.org and we will have music ready for you. If you would like your music in advance, please state that in your email along with your mailing address.
Calling all YC Cheerleader Alumni...Cheer and dance during the 3rd and 4th quarters. If you are interested in participating, please contact Heather Hoffman at 717-846-8871 x220 or hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org.
Homecoming Dance (High School student-only event)
The Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, September 25, from 7-10 PM in the cafeteria. Tickets are $10 per student and will be on sale through FamilyID.com September 13-17. Also included on FamilyID will be the required Homecoming forms. The Formal Dress Code Agreement is required by all students who wish to attend the dance. Any student wishing to bring a guest to the dance must also submit a Guest Permission Form. Parents and students please know the guidelines will be strictly enforced. The most recent trend of formal dress includes two-piece dresses that slightly expose the midriff. Please know that an exposed midriff at any point throughout the evening will not be permitted and the student will be required to change into something acceptable. All required forms will be available on FamilyID September 13. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Emschweiler at memschweiler@yorkcatholic.org.
Alumni Social
The Alumni Association will be hosting a Homecoming Alumni Social on Saturday, September 25, from 6-10 PM at Central Market for ages 21+. Enjoy food from Mezzogiorno Chef Tim Spangler ‘81 and DJ services from Chris Wagman ‘67. The cost to attend is free with one piece of fun YC memorabilia to share. Dig out those class rings, varsity pins, district medals, band awards, pictures, trophies. We want to see what made you YC HAPPY! (memorabilia is not required for admittance). Please RSVP to alumniassociation@yorkcatholic.org for our food planning. We can’t wait to see everyone on September 25!
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Middle School Play Auditions |
Auditions for the Middle School play will be held September 13 and 15 from 3-4 PM in the auditorium. No experience is needed.
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We have amended our dress code to approve the wearing of black or white socks for both boys and girls.
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Tomorrow, Friday, September 10, is the last day to place an order for Class of 2022 senior t-shirts. Cost is $12. Click below to place an order now.
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The York Catholic community will have the opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation on September 15-16 from 1-3 PM. Several priests from the York Deanery will be available to hear confessions. This is a great chance to begin the new school year with a "clean slate" spiritually. Pope Francis urged, “Everyone say to himself: ‘When was the last time I went to confession?’ And if it has been a long time, don’t lose another day! Go, the priest will be good. And Jesus, (will be) there, and Jesus is better than the priests—Jesus receives you. He will receive you with so much love! Be courageous, and go to confession.”
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York Catholic will be open from 10 AM-2 PM on Wednesday, September 15, for families to drop by for a tour with one of our YC Student Ambassadors and to observe what happens during a typical day. You’ll also have a chance to meet with our Admissions Director to get your questions answered. For more information, contact Heather Hoffman at hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x220. Masks are required.
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Athletics Ticket Prices
$5.00 - Adults (64 and under)
$4.00 - Senior Citizens (65+)
$3.00 - Non-YC Students and partner schools
Free - YC Students (ID required for HS and MS students)
Student Sport Passes
All York Catholic students are admitted free to all home sporting events when they present their student ID at the ticket counter. Until 2021-22 student IDs are available, students should use last year's IDs. Students new to YC received their temporary student IDs at orientation. Students arriving to the athletic ticket counter without their student ID will be required to pay admission.
Family & Fans Sports Passes
Parents, family members, and fans -- don’t miss a minute of YC sports with an All-Year Sports Pass. Click below for the form. Go IRISH!
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YC’s Varsity Cheerleaders will be hosting a Futures Cheer Clinic for students in grades K-6 on Saturday, September 18, from 9 AM-12 PM in the gymnasium with a showcase of what was learned performed from 11:45 AM-noon. Participants will learn cheers, chants, and a dance. K-6 cheerleaders who participate will get an opportunity to join the varsity squad on the sidelines at the YC football game on October 8. Cost for one child is $25, two children are $35, and three children are $45. Registration and payment are due by September 11. Masks are required. For more information, contact Heather Hoffman at 717-846-8871 x220 or hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org.
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York Catholic is hosting a Futures Marching Band Camp on Saturday, October 2, from 8 AM-2 PM for any 4th, 5th, or 6th grade student who has played a band instrument for at least a year or who would be interested in color guard. Students will have the opportunity to play level-appropriate Marching Band music, as well as learn basic drill techniques, and basic color guard techniques with a little fun thrown in. A mini-show for parents will take place at 1:45 PM. Lunch, snack, flipbook, lyre, and music will be provided. Cost is $25 per child, $40 for 2 children, $55 for 3 children. Please bring a mask, refillable water bottle, comfortable sneakers, bug spray, sunscreen, hat, mask, and comfortable clothing. Please register by September 27 by contacting Cecelia Mezza at cmezza@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x324. Any 6th grade band student who attends a parochial school is welcome to play with the York Catholic Marching Band in the stands at the October 8 football game. You do not need to attend the mini camp in order to play with us. Please email Ms. Mezza at the above address if you are interested. Report time is at 5:45 PM in the YC Band Room. Students can leave at halftime or stay for the full game.
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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! Spend time with the varsity players and coaches, listen to coach’s pregame instruction, participate in team prayer, sit together to cheer on the team, and pose with the team for a picture.
Boys Soccer - Sep 21 at 5:45 PM. Arrive by 5:15 PM.
Meet at the stadium concession stand.
Girls Soccer - Oct 5 at 5:45 PM. Arrive by 5:15 PM.
Meet at the stadium concession stand.
Volleyball - Oct 7 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:30 PM. NEW DATE!
Meet in the gymnasium.
Masks are required.
Football – Oct 8 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:15 PM.
Meet at the stadium concession stand.
Cheerleading – Oct 8 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 6:45 PM.
Meet at the stadium under the press box.
Marching Band – Oct 8 at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 5:30 PM.
Meet in the Band Room at the back of the school.
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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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