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Congratulations to the boys' basketball team for their 62-56 win over PJP II in the district playoffs! The Eagles are now District 1 4A Champions and will continue on to the state playoffs on March 7! Congratulations Shanahan Eagles!

Week of March 2, 2025

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HOPE DOES NOT DISAPPOINT.

This year Bishop Shanahan High School celebrates the spiritual theme "Hope does not disappoint," as we prepare for the Jubilee Year of Hope. Join us in prayer each Sunday as we share quotes from the Psalms, Saints, and more!

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Tuition for 2025-2026


The tuition rates for the 2025-2026 school year will be released via email this week. Starting in 2025-2026, the tuition and the former school fee will be combined into a single tuition rate. This change is intended to provide greater transparency in tuition costs. When the new rates are published, they will reflect this all-inclusive tuition amount.

FACTS Application for Financial Assistance for 2025-2026


All families requesting tuition assistance for 2025-2026 school year must complete the process using the online FACTS grant and aid application. The application has been open since October 1st and financial assistance awards are currently being awarded. The funding for financial assistance will be limited in the near future so all families seeking assistance are urged to apply soon. 

Pray for Pope Francis


Bishop Shanahan has always had a special connection with Pope Francis since he visited us in 2015 and bestowed a blessing upon our community through Michael Keating and Sr. Regina Plunkett. Please join us in prayer as we lift up Pope Francis during this time of need. Click here to pray with us.

MINISTRY OFFICE

High School Discernment Weekend

March 29-30, 2025


Come & See Weekends offer men the opportunity to visit Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, meet with seminarians, and deepen thier prayer life in order to explore the possibility of the Priesthood for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. 


Visit HeedtheCall.org/ComeandSee to register.

Mary's Mantle Lenten Journey


Planning on giving up candy for Lent? Consider doing something for our Lord instead of giving something up. The Bishop Shanahan parents and families are invited to join in Mary’s Mantle, a 46 day spiritual journey from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday. It is great for busy families! Click HERE to learn more or SIGN UP to join us. Questions? Email meigankelly@yahoo.com.

STUDENT AFFAIRS

Senior Prom Mandatory Parent Meeting | March 6


Attention seniors and senior parents: A mandatory Senior Prom/Graduation Information meeting will be held March 6 at 7:00 pm in the school Auditorium. All seniors who plan on attending the prom must attend this mandatory meeting with a parent or guardian. Please mark your calendars!

ADVANCEMENT

Get Ready to "Rock the Nest!"


Join us for a great evening featuring live music by "Secret Service Band"! Get your tickets now to give your student a chance to win a fabulous prize! Click here to purchase tickets!

Sponsorship Opportunities!


Got a business? Sponsorships and Donations are a great way to advertise! Learn more at shanahan.org/auction.

We Need YOU!


Volunteers are the key to the success of NestFEST! Please consider volunteering for one of the many available opportunities!


Parent Volunteers

College Swag Donations

Wine Pull Donations

ATHLETICS


Come Cheer on our Shanahan Eagles Boys Basketball

First Round of State Tournament

Friday, March 7th  7:00pm

at Bishop Shanahan High School

Ticket information to follow this week

Welcome to the start of the Spring Sports Season starting on Monday, March 3rd!


Team information for times and locations are as follows:

Boys Tennis: 3:00-5:00 at the Tennis Courts

Softball: 3:30-5:30 at the Varsity Softball Field. Please bring a bat, glove and helmet.

Baseball: 3:30-Dark at the Varsity Baseball Field with all equipment needed

Boys Lacrosse: 3:00-5:00 Stadium Turf

Girls Lacrosse: 4:45-7:00 meet inside the stadium gate to the left on the grass

Boys Volleyball: 3:00-4:30 Main Gym

Girls Flag Football: 3:15-5:00 grass field outside IHM Center towards Woodbine


Starting on Tuesday:

Boys/Girls Track and Field: 3:10-4:30 in the Stadium by bleachers


Any additional questions please contact the Head Coach listed on the coaches page of our website.


COLLEGE ADVISING CENTER

Attention Seniors!



AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of 

fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.


To apply, please visit: https://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php


You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

Bishop Shanahan Exclusive SAT Masterclass with Franklin Yard


Franklin Yard is thrilled to be offering a BISHOP SHANAHAN-exclusive SAT Masterclass in Spring of 2025, where students will learn how to masterfully navigate both the test content and the adaptive digital format. Students will come out of the course equipped with the essential knowledge and strategies needed to excel on test day.


Virtual SAT Masterclass:

  • Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm (EST)
  • March 19th to April 30th
  • Click here for more info and to register

Attention Sophomores and Juniors!


What's it like to be a student at Notre Dame?

Current sophomores and juniors looking for a collegiate experience may consider applying to our on-campus programs in summer 2025!


Summer Scholars or Leadership Seminars allow students to live on Notre Dame’s beautiful campus for two weeks. They'll stay in a residence hall with a roommate, take a challenging college-level course, and participate in fun community-building activities in the evenings. All of this, plus students earn transferable college credits from Notre Dame!


Need-based financial aid, including application fee waivers, partial to full-tuition scholarships, and travel reimbursement, are available to students who qualify.

Quinnipiac Summer Programs



We are excited to announce that registration for Quinnipiac’s Pre-College Summer Programs is now open and students from Bishop Shanahan High School are invited to register!


This is the perfect opportunity for high school students to experience Quinnipiac University while getting a taste of the college experience and exploring topics that interest them — all while building a stronger application before they start applying to their dream school.


This year’s selection of programs features new offerings like Exploring Nursing, Creative Writing, the Entrepreneurship Academy, and Forensic Science — alongside established favorites like Movie Making and the Game Design and eSports Lab. With one-and-two week experiences for both commuter (daily) or residential (overnight) students, there is truly something for everyone. Students can register HERE.

Attention Seniors Residing in Chadds Ford Township!


The Chadds Ford Township Residents Association awards scholarships to high school seniors living in Chadds Ford Township, Delaware County. Winners are selected by the association’s Awards Committee based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities, community service, and their commitment to Chadds Ford.


•  The applicant must be in the 12th year of education and accepted into a post 12th grade educational program. Examples of programs include a four-year college or university, community college, military academy, or vocational school.

•  Cumulative GPA must be at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

•  The applicant must be a resident of Chadds Ford Township – Chadds Ford 19317, West Chester 19382 or Glen Mills 19342

•  Applicants must apply on their own behalf.

  Financial need is not a requirement.

•  The application form, as provided by the Residents Association, shall be received by March 31st, of the current academic year.


Please download the application HERE.

Attention Twin Seniors or High Order Multiples



The Chester County Mothers of Multiples Club (CCMOMC) is a non-profit organization providing support to mothers of twins and high order multiples in Chester County. CCMOMC is offering One $1,000 or two $500 scholarships given to Multiples (twins, triplets, etc.) or siblings of Multiples. To learn how to apply, please click here.

Amina C. Valocchi Scholarship for Seniors


The Amina C. Valocchi Scholarship, administered through the Downingtown Area Chamber of Commerce, provides a $1,000 book scholarship awarded annually to three students who have demonstrated interest or intent to focus on business related education and extraordinary

commitment to public service in their communities. Application is due in the College Center

on 03/20/2025.


Applicant Requirements:

  1. Applicants must have completed grades nine through twelve in the Downingtown Area school district or school system.
  2. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, participate in at least two extra-curricular activities, and have demonstrable community service.


Essay Requirements:

  1. Applicants must complete a 500 word essay describing their community service and how they intend to continue their service through and/or after college.


Submission Requirements:

  • Completed Application
  • Recommendation Letters from 2 Faculty Members
  • Essay
  • Copy of Official High School Transcript
  • Acceptance Letter from Post Secondary Institution or Business Plan


Please see Mrs. Weyback for an application.

Attention Seniors!

The Council of Concord Township, Delaware County, PA is pleased to announce that it is again offering four (4) $1,000 Scholarship Awards for the Class of 2025. All applications must be accompanied by an essay of 250 words or less and are due not later than March 21, 2025. Applications are to be submitted via email to office@concordtownship.org. Scholarship forms can be downloaded from www.townshipofconcord.com, under Resident Information/Council Scholarship Award.

Attention Soccer Players


The Noel Soccer Foundation would like to inform you of a scholarship opportunity for a senior soccer player who will be attending college or trade school in the fall. To apply for the scholarship, students are required to submit official transcripts, and an essay. The scholarship applications are attached to this email and can also be found on our website www.noelsoccerfoundation.org. Application deadline is March 1, 2025.

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