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 Volume 11 Number 10 October 30, 2020 |
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Talking With Mrs. Tompkins
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We are happy to announce that it is another Freedom Friday dress down day. Please follow the dress down day dress code which begins on page 53 of the School Handbook. The students have been alerted that no Halloween costumes are permitted for tomorrow. We continue to appreciate the support we receive from parents who diligently complete screenings each morning on their student(s). Please note that we have added the PlusPortal link into the text message with the intention of saving you some time when reporting the screening results. Thank you to Mrs. Lisa Elsner for the suggestion!
Please remember if you plan a vacation or college visit(s) at any time during the school year which includes any of the states on the travel advisory list, your student will need to quarantine for 14 days upon his/her return. For a complete list of the states with travel restrictions, please click HERE.
We would like to welcome our new chaplain at Delone Catholic, Fr. Samuel Miller. Fr. Miller is joining us from Lancaster and will be with us every Thursday. He spent his first day helping with lunch duty providing him the opportunity to introduce himself to every student. We are very blessed to have him join the Delone Catholic community.
We would like to congratulate all our fall sports teams and clubs for all of their successes this year. We would also like to wish our football team good luck tonight as they enter the postseason against Steelton-Highspire HS. Please tune into DCBN through the school's YouTube channel to watch the game and support the Squires!
On Sunday, Nov. 1, we will observe All Saints Day. This is a day that we celebrate all those who have entered heaven, including saints who are recognized by the Church and those who are not. Below is a prayer to share with your family.
Thank you, God, for the tremendous sacrifices made by those who have gone before us. Bless the memories of your saints, God. May we learn how to walk wisely from their examples of faith, dedication, worship, and love. In the honor and noble victory of the martyrs.
May God Bless You,
Donna Tompkins
Interim Principal
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Fall Open House - Sunday, Nov. 1
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"I love Delone Catholic because of the community aspect. Everyone is friendly with one another and you walk the halls and see people you know all the time, compared to other schools where there are a lot of unfamiliar faces."
~Trenton Kopp '21
There are dozens of reasons why students and parents have fallen in love with Delone Catholic HS. Come and see what there is for your student to love about Delone Catholic. Eighth grade students can pre-register for our scholarship competition and transfer students can take advantage of a Transfer Tuition Grant of up to $3,000. Teachers, administrators, coaches, activity moderators, student ambassadors and parent ambassadors will be available for tours and questions. Registration is preferred, so please scan the QR code or visit the school website at www.delonecatholic.org.
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Math SAT Practice Session
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There will be a Math SAT Practice Session on Monday, Nov. 2 from 2:50-3:50 p.m. in Room 19. Students should go their locker to retrieve everything they will need for the evening first, and remember to bring any SAT prep materials and their Chromebook with them. (Masks and social distancing will be required.)
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Attention Class of 2021: Senior Swag Items Available
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Please click HERE to order merchandise for your graduating senior. The deadline to order is Sunday, Nov. 29. For questions, please contact Dr. Carmen Brown at cbrown@delonecatholic.org.
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Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive: Nov. 9 to Nov. 13
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Student Council is organizing the annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Each student has been asked to bring in $3 to go towards a gift certificate - or one of the food items below - to create food boxes for those in need in our community. Monetary and food donations are to be delivered to room 210 from Monday, Nov. 9 to Friday, Nov. 13. Those who bring money and/or food will receive a dress down day on the last day of school before Christmas break. If you are interested in donating more, please follow the list below, as to keep the boxes even and consistent. Thank you for your generosity!
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PTO Meeting Nov. 9 - New Members Welcome!
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The Delone Catholic PTO meets the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the school Library. The next meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. The group is welcoming new members. The PTO is an excellent way to join other parents and teachers who want to help to promote Delone Catholic and its students. The PTO raises funds through used uniform sales and Christmas raffle to buy much needed items for teachers. Past purchases have included water bottle filling stations and art tables. The group also participates in open houses and plans the academic banquet. For more information, please contact Mrs. Heather Hillson, PTO president.
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Virtual PHEAA Financial Aid Seminar
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On Nov. 11, 2020, Delone Catholic will be hosting a virtual financial aid seminar hosted by Diona Brown, Representative from PHEAA. This seminar will be of special interest to senior parents, especially those sending a student to college for the first time. Discussion topics will include: completion of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form needed to receive federal/state aid, filling out the CSS, the College Scholarship Search Profile, required by some colleges to qualify for scholarships at their school and how to access other scholarship opportunities. These topics are relevant for students attending any college. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. Ms. Brown will be available for questions at the conclusion of her presentation. All senior parents are encouraged to attend. Use THIS LINK to attend the meeting. Attendees will not be able to speak, but can type in questions in the Q & A feature.
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From the Alumni and Advancement Office
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Alumni: Please Share Your News
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You may have graduated or moved on from Delone Catholic High School, but we never stop caring about you or being interested in your life. Use this form to share news with your Delone Catholic family - or to brag about your classmates and friends.
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From the Spiritual Life Office
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One pillar of the SportsLeader Virtue=Strength program is a weekly virtue that we incorporate into our athletic practices and throughout our school community. Every week, we will share them here to encourage the students to take the virtue into their homes as well!
This week our virtue theme is VALOR - the strength to live with great courage in the face of
danger. Valor is necessary for everything in life! Great things only happen when we are
willing to act in the face of difficulty and adversity. Pray for the virtue of valor each day this week. Look for circumstances when valor is needed and prepare yourself for the time when you can act with courage on somebody's behalf.
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Traditionally, the Church holds in prayer the souls of all the faithful departed on Nov. 2, All Souls Day. Here at Delone Catholic, we would like to remember all who have died from our family and friends at our November liturgies. Please submit the names of those you would like remembered, and know of our prayers for them throughout this next month.
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From the Athletics Department
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Virtual Winter Sports Meeting and Paperwork
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Additionally, each sport will have a parent/player meeting prior to the start of the season. The head coach of your sport will be providing more information regarding this meeting. If your child needs a physical, OSS is providing sport physicals for $15 at their Hanover location at 470 Eisenhower Dr. They can be contacted at 717-747-8387. If you have any questions regarding physicals or paperwork, please email Athletic Secretary Mrs. Hefner at khefner@delonecatholic.org.All paperwork is due Friday, Nov. 13.
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Employment Opportunity: Freshman Boys' Basketball Coach
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Live Coverage of Away YAIAA Sporting Events
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Please use THIS LINK from the YAIAA website to access live streaming for events at our opponents' schools this fall.
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From Partner Schools and Parishes
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Conewago Christmas Bazaar
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Food Truck Festival Fundraiser
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Delone Catholic High School educates and challenges students
spiritually, academically, physically, socially and aesthetically,
within the traditions and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
This challenge will inspire students to encounter Jesus Christ personally and
to "Be Doers of the Word."
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