COVID-19 Edition 5 | June 16, 2020
ATHLETIC UPDATES, ADMISSIONS INFORMATION & MORE!
RETURN TO PLAY
HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS
Governor Wolf released guidance on return to play for high school athletics. Prep-Villa have completed their Return to Play Plan and we are now permitted to hold out-of-season voluntary workouts.

All students participating, and their parent(s)/guardian(s) are required to sign a “Participation Waiver for Communicable Diseases Including COVID-19” form. This form must be completed and on file before a student will be permitted to participate in any voluntary open workouts, practices, or events. You can find the form as well as the Prep-Villa Return to Play Plan in the links below.
Villa Maria Academy
Cross Country

Interested in running cross country next fall? Villa Cross Country is inviting all students who are not involved in a fall sport to consider joining our program. Running experience is not required. We ask only that you be committed to working hard and to being part of a team culture that is welcoming, encouraging, focused, and fun. Villa cross country has a long tradition of excellence and offers opportunities to athletes of every ability level. We hope you will consider giving it a try!

Voluntary summer practices begin Thursday, June 18. We will meet at Presque Isle Beach 1 parking lot (near the Runner's Club pavilion). Friday's practice will meet at Penn State Erie in the baseball parking lot. Practices will run from 7 am until 8:30 am. Please note that the following requirements must be followed:

· All athletes and parents must review Villa's COVID-19 Return to Play policy and bring a  signed  COVID-19 waiver form to practice both of which can be found here:  https://www.prep-villa.com/athletics/covid-19-athletic-waivers   
· Upon arrival at practice, all athletes are to remain in their cars or at a proper social distance from one another until coaches are present and indicate they are ready to start. Athletes will line up --keeping at least 6 feet of distance between them. Coaches will take each athlete's temperature and ask a series of questions as outlined in the Return to Play policy.
· All student-athletes will have their temperatures taken and answer screening questions per the Return to Play Guidelines. If an athlete has a temperature of 100.4 or over, she will be sent home immediately. If her answers indicate that she has any potential symptoms, she will also be sent home.
· Athletes (and coaches) must wear a face mask and practice social distancing at all times (although the face mask can be removed when the team is actually running).  
· Student-athletes must bring their own water bottles and will not be permitted to drink from drinking fountains at park (most likely not turn on anyway).
· Athletes must leave practice immediately after practice is finished.
· Parents are not permitted to congregate at practice area. Obviously, they are free to spend time on their own in the areas we practice -- so long as they are not near the team.


Villa Maria Academy
Tennis
TOP 7 REASONS to PLAY VILLA TENNIS :

  • Villa Tennis is a no-cut sport.  We are committed to bringing new players to the game.  There is a place for everyone on our team! 
  • Tennis is a great way to get in shape and it’s a sport you can play your whole life.
  • Everyone gets to play.  If you have the fundamentals, you will play matches. 
  • We win a LOT!  And winning is really FUN!
  • We have brand new courts right on the VMA campus so it’s easy to get to and from practice.
  • We get some great Villa swag to show off our team spirit. 
  • LASTLY – You get to be part of something special – part of an awesome group of smart, talented, and kind Villa students before you even start the first day of school. 
Interested in more information?

  • Complete the VMA Tennis Form by clicking the button below

  • Attend the VMA Parent-Player Zoom Meeting on Thursday, June 18th at 7:00pm
Villa Maria Academy
Basketball
All incoming freshmen that are interested in playing basketball for Villa Maria Academy during the upcoming 2020-2021 school year are invited to attend a Zoom Video Meeting on
Wednesday, June 17th at 7:30pm .

Both parents and students are encouraged to attend the Zoom video meeting. We will cover many topics, including summer workouts protocol, during the meeting.

Please see below for the meeting link.
Villa Maria Academy
Soccer

Summer workouts will be held Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30am - 10:00am starting June 23rd. Tuesday will be at Frontier Park and Thursday will be at Presque Isle Beach 1.
Villa Maria Academy
Volleyball

PRACTICE SCHEDULE

June 23 rd until August 15 th - Tuesday (5:30-7:30p) & Saturday (9-11a)

After August 17 th - Monday thru Friday (5:30-7:30p) & Saturday (9-11a)

All practices take place at Hagerty Family Events Center.

Villa Maria Academy
Water Polo

Open Pool sessions are Thursday, June 18; Thursday, June 25 and then every subsequent Tuesday and Thursday through July 30, 6-8 PM.

Cathedral Prep
Football

Attention: Players, Managers, Videographers and Statisticians


If you are interested in playing football at Cathedral Prep as an incoming 9 th grader or interested in being a manager, videographer or statistician for the team, you need to officially sign-up by going to…
Please make sure to hit the “Submit” button when you are finished and then hit the “Checkout” button to complete the registration. Deadline is June 17, 2020!

Once you are registered, you will be receiving more information regarding the Prep Football program. We usually have a freshmen player/parent meeting, but unfortunately that cannot happen at this point in time due to Covid-19. 
We are waiting for guidelines from the Commonwealth of PA and the PIAA before we can determine start dates and procedures for football. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] . 
I look forward to meeting each of you and want to welcome you in advance to Cathedral Prep and the Cathedral Prep Football program. Roll Ramblers!

Cathedral Prep
Basketball
Wed June 17th - Hagerty Family Events Center 5pm-7pm

Moving ahead:
        Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s from 6pm -8pm 


Cathedral Prep
Cross Country
The Prep varsity cross country team is looking for new members. This Fall, the team drops down to PIAA AA competition. All incoming and current students are welcome to join us as we strive for our third District 10 title in the past 6 years.  Although no prior racing experience is required, we are looking for young men who are fiercely competitive, good teammates, and are not afraid of putting in the many, many miles of hard work it takes to excel in this sport. Exemplary sportsmanship is a must. We've graduated some key runners from last year's team, so there are opportunities for newcomers to make an immediate contribution to the team. 

If you are interested, please complete this Google Form: 

Voluntary summer practices will begin Thursday, June 18th. We will meet from 7:00-8:30am at Presque Isle Beach 1 @ The Runners Pavillion.  

Safety Information:
Please note that all athletes and parents must review Prep's COVID-19 Return to Play policy and bring a signed COVID-19 waiver form to practice both of which can be found here:  https://www.prep-villa.com/athletics/covid-19-athletic-waivers   Upon arrival at practice, all student-athletes will have their temperatures taken and answer screening questions per the Return to Play Guidelines. Also, athletes and coaches must wear a face mask and practice social distancing at all times (although the face mask can be removed when the team is actually running). Student-athletes must bring their own water bottles and leave immediately after practice is finished.

Please contact Coach Mike Brown [email protected] cell: 814-566-8747 for additional information on our summer training program.
Cathedral Prep
Soccer
June 16th and 18th - 6:00pm - 7:15pm - Gate of Heaven Cemetery

Future dates will be announced once we go "green".

Cathedral Prep
Swimming & Water Polo

Schedule for the next 2 weeks:
Monday/Wednesday are swimming and Tuesday/Thursday are water polo practices.

6/16 – 6/18
Tuesday              8:30 – 10am
Wednesday        8:30 – 10am
Thursday             8:30 – 10am

6/22 – 6/25
Monday              9:30 – 11am
Tuesday              9:30 – 11am
Wednesday        9:30 – 11am
Thursday             9:30 – 11am

Incoming Freshmen Summer School Is Cancelled

We regret to inform you that due to the COVID-19 pandemic Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy are not able to offer our in-person Math and Language Arts summer school program for incoming freshmen. Any incoming freshman with the summer school requirement will have that requirement waived and be granted acceptance. Once the school year begins we will provide additional support to students in need.
PREP  AND  VILLA
11th Annual Party @ Presque Isle
tentatively set for
Wednesday, July 15th - 5pm - 7pm
RSVP TODAY!
All incoming freshmen at Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy are invited to attend the 11th Annual Party @ Presque Isle for an evening full of fun, food, games, and music by a live DJ. This is a great opportunity for members of both freshmen classes to meet each other and have some fun together before school begins.

The Party @ Presque Isle may have to move its location or may have to change the date due to COVID-19. We will send updates as we move forward.

Please RSVP by Monday, July 13th by calling 814-453-7737 ext. 3 or email the admissions office.
Prep & Villa
REMOTE
Freshmen Scheduling
REMINDER
We want to remind you, if you haven't done so yet, to complete and submit your freshmen scheduling form. The scheduling forms were included in the packets mailed to families in April.


The scheduling packet includes a welcome letter, the tentative schedule, course descriptions, and instructions on completing and submitting the scheduling form.

Families are strongly encouraged to visit www.prep-villa.com/freshmen-scheduling for more information and detailed instructions on properly completing and submitting your scheduling form.

We understand you may have questions about placement, electives, and other schedule and school matters. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. We are happy to make the scheduling process as easy as possible and look forward to ensuring you are satisfied with your child's course schedule.
Prep & Villa
Class of 2024
Tuition Deposit Deadline
We would like to remind you, if you have not yet done so, that the $100
non-refundable tuition deposit was due April 20th. This is not an enrollment or admissions fee, rather it's the first $100 of tuition which you will see deducted from your tuition balance on your statement. Tuition deposits hold your child's spot in the freshmen class and assist with school planning and course scheduling.

Keep in mind that a student's course schedule can not be processed until the $100 tuition deposit has been received.

Tuition deposits can be paid with a check or a money order made payable to Cathedral Prep or Villa Maria Academy.

Cathedral Prep tuition deposits can be mailed to:

Cathedral Prep
Finance Office
225 West 9th Street
Erie, PA 16501

Villa Maria Academy tuition deposits can be mailed to:

Villa Maria Academy
Finance Office
2403 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505

Please write your child's name and "deposit" in the memo.

Due to the closure of the school offices we are temporarily unable to accept cash or credit/debit card tuition deposits.
Villa Maria Academy
Uniforms

Villa Maria Academy uniform measuring night scheduled for May 4th and May 5th has been cancelled .
Families may use the links below to guide through uniform measurements and purchasing.

The Villa Maria Academy uniform company, Flynn O'Hara, will be offering
FREE SHIPPING on all items
until June 1st, 2020.
 We highly encourage families to take advantage of this offer!


REGULAR UNIFORM:
  • Plaid Skort
  • White short or long sleeve uniform polo shirt with logo
  • Socks or tights
  • Sweater (choice of four; need to only purchase one):

DRESS UNIFORM:  Uniform sweater and tights required  on dress uniform days.

SKORT LENGTH : Skorts much be no shorter than 4 inches above center of knee

SHOES:  Shoes can not be open-toed. Soles of shoes must be of shoe, not slipper, quality. Sperry Boat Shoes or Mary Jane type shoes are acceptable.

  • SOCKS: White, grey, or navy socks, tights, or stockings may be worn. Only crew or knee socks may be worn.
Cathedral Prep
Dress & Grooming Code
Cathedral Prep uniform garments can be purchased at any vendor, as long as they meet the guidelines of the dress code. Please click the link below to access the full dress code.


Please contact the Cathedral Prep Admissions Office with any questions.

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Financial Aid
Although the Financial Aid Deadline has passed, Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy are still accepting applications and awarding tuition assistance.

All applications for Financial Aid from Prep and Villa must be submitted through FACTS.

Middle School
Enrichment Resources
Some families have expressed concern with their sons and daughters getting behind academically due to the school closures.

To address this concern, the Prep and Villa faculty have compiled student enrichment resources which middle school students can access to continue their learning and strengthen their academic foundation. 

You can access the enrichment resources by clicking Prep & Villa - Middle School Enrichment Resources .
Prep & Villa
2020 - 2021
8th Grade
Honors Program
Qualifying 8th grade students attending private and parochial grade schools are able to take high school math and science courses at Prep and Villa.

To be eligible, a student must maintain a “B” average or better in the course(s) they wish to take, score in the top 35% of the Diocese on the Terra Nova (or standardized equivalent), and have the recommendation of their grade school principal.

At this point all current 7th grade students that have been recommended to participate in the 2020 - 2021 Prep & Villa 8th Grade Honors Program have been sent registration packets. For more details please click the link below:


Please contact the Admissions Office with any questions regarding the program.
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No Tuition Increase
at Prep and Villa
for 2020 - 2021
School year!
Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy are proud to announce that in order to help families that are financially impacted by COVID-19 there will be no tuition increase for the 2020 - 2021 school year!
Change of Circumstances caused by COVID-19?
Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy understand it's possible your financial circumstances may have been impacted by COVID-19 and we want to help.

If your financial circumstances have changed after completing your Financial Aid application through FACTS we encourage you to login to your FACTS account and make updates.

You can also visit www.prep-villa.com/tuitionhelp and complete the online form. All you need to do is enter your contact information, explain in your own words how your financial circumstances have changed due to COVID-19, and submit the form. We will make sure the information is taken into consideration when determining your financial aid award.
Although school buildings remain closed, the Prep and Villa Admissions Offices are still available to handle your enrollment needs. Mr. Tim Dougherty and Ms. Christine Uht are working regular hours and are happy to continue assisting with your enrollment needs during the global pandemic.
Call Prep Admissions at 814-453-7737 ext. 3 or
Villa Admissions at 814-838-2061 ext. 3239.
Not yet started the Admissions Process? That's okay!
If your son or daughter is interested in enrolling at Cathedral Prep or Villa Maria Academy for the 2020 - 2021 school year it is not too late to start the process!

Due to COVID-19 we have made some adjustments to the admissions process so we can continue with enrolling students.

Please contact the Prep or Villa Admissions Office to start the process!



CESP
Catholic Elementary
Scholarship Program
Cathedral Prep and
Villa Maria Academy are proud to offer the Catholic Elementary Scholarship Program (CESP) in which all incoming freshmen graduating from Diocesan grade schools are guaranteed a minimum of $3,000 in tuition assistance each school year regardless of a family's income. That's a total savings of $12,000 over four years! Qualifying families can receives thousands of dollars more in tuition assistance!

In order to qualify families must simply complete an application for tuition assistance through FACTS. Click Here to Create FACTS Account & Complete Application

There are still many opportunities for students from public schools to receive assistance with the tuition and we encourage all families with questions to contact the Admissions Office at both campuses to find out what your family qualifies for. Prep and Villa are committed to ensuring that no student is denied a college-preparatory education because of finances.
Need help?
We are here for you!
The Prep and Villa Admissions Offices are here to help with all your enrollment needs! Please do not hesitate to contact us at anytime. It is our goal to make the enrollment process as simple and easy as possible. We look forward to working with you and we especially look forward to seeing your sons and daughters walking the halls of Prep and Villa as proud Ramblers and Victors!


Cathedral Preparatory School & Villa Maria Academy | Admissions Office
PREP: 814-453-7737 ext. 3 | VILLA: 814-838-2061 ext. 3239
www.prep-villa.com