Golden Apple Award Winner |
Congratulations to Heather Hoffman who was named a Golden Apple Award recipient by the Diocese of Harrisburg! The Golden Apple is the highest recognition given by the Diocese to a teacher or administrator commending professional excellence, leadership, commitment to Catholic values, and devotion to teaching in a Catholic school.
Ms. Hoffman has served the students of York Catholic for more than 20 years as a Math Teacher, Admissions Director, Middle School Assistant Principal, and Cheerleading Coach. Her name is synonymous with York Catholic school spirit. In fact, if you ask any alumni who on the YC staff bleeds the most green and gold, every individual will state “Heather Hoffman.”
She is never short on time for students or staff when they have a question or need help. She uses examples from her personal and professional life to reinforce the lessons of our faith on a daily basis. Our community is blessed to have Ms. Hoffman’s example as a teacher, mentor, and strong woman of faith.
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Please click below to carefully review the Diocese of Harrisburg/York Catholic Middle & High School COVID-19 Health & Safety Plan 2021-22. As COVID-19 guidelines evolve, our school will continue to adapt to the recommendations issued by federal, state, Diocesan, and local entities for our area. Any changes will be communicated through the weekly Irish Eye e-newsletter.
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Take a chance at tuition credit or a cash prize in the “I-rish You Luck” raffle! The luck of the Irish is in your favor since we only have 300 opportunities available to win. Tickets are $100. You might take a chance by yourself or invite friends and family to join you in the purchase of a ticket (sharing the proceeds among yourselves). We will pull the lucky ticket on March 18 at YC.
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1st Prize: $5,000 tuition credit or $4,000 cash
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2nd Prize: $1,000
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3rd Prize: $500
“I-rish You Luck” Week helps guarantee we can keep tuition rates to a minimum compared to the actual cost per pupil. As a result, every family is strongly encouraged to participate.
This Year’s Incentives:
- 1 ticket sold - family earns dress down (March 14-18)
- 2 tickets sold – family earns select YC Spirit Store merchandise (value $50) (in addition to 1 ticket sold incentive)
- 3 or more tickets sold - family earns one entry in a separate drawing for one $500 tuition credit (in addition to 1 and 2 tickets sold incentives)
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This Saturday, March 12, over 200 York Catholic High School students will once again join the efforts of over 280 high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools to have fun and work to conquer pediatric cancer. Based on Penn State’s successful THON, a 46-hour dance marathon, Mini-THON challenges students to stay on their feet while participating in a number of high energy activities including dodgeball, speedball, four square, and Zumba.
All proceeds accumulated through the efforts of Mini-THON are donated directly to The Four Diamonds at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital in Hershey, PA. In 8 years, York Catholic has raised over $145,000 to help conquer pediatric cancer. This year our goal is to raise $20,000 and raise awareness “For the Kids.”
Donations can be given to Mrs. Wertz in room 204 at YC or paid online by clicking the button below to use The Four Diamonds Online Social Fundraising Website, DonorDrive.
All money submitted for Mini-THON is non-refundable. Students may wear their Mini-THON t-shirts, sneakers, and pants or modest shorts to the event. Students are reminded of York Catholic’s Academic Eligibility Policy.
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For the Kids! Friday Shirt Day |
Students may pay $1 to wear blue or gold shirts tomorrow, Friday, March 11, in support of the Four Diamonds fight against pediatric cancer. Blue is the official color of the Four Diamonds and yellow is the color recognized to support cancer patients. Students should pay their $1 in homeroom on Friday. Uniform pants, skirts, or skorts must be worn.
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The 7th & 8th Grade students are invited to the Middle School Dance on Friday, March 25, from 7-9 PM in the cafeteria. The theme is “Spring Fling.” Students are asked to dress in pastel colors. Cost is $5 in advance. Tickets are on sale during lunch March 14-18. Please refer to the After-school Dress Code guidelines on page 18-19 in the Student Handbook/Agenda. Students are reminded of York Catholic’s Academic Eligibility Policy.
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Bring a Friend to School Day |
YC is holding Bring a Friend to School Day on Monday, March 28. Current students can encourage an interested friend (from dance class, scouts, a sports team, your neighbor or cousin, etc.) to spend the day at YC as a shadow student. Instead of shadowing with one of our Ambassadors, they can shadow with their friend. Please have the friend’s parent contact Ms. Heather Hoffman at hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x220 by Friday, March 18, to set up the visit and to receive a permission slip. Only students with a real interest in possibly attending YC will be scheduled for this date.
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York Catholic will be open from 10 AM-2 PM on Wednesday, March 16, for families to drop by for a tour with one of our YC Student Ambassadors and to meet with our Admissions Director to get questions answered. For more information, contact Heather Hoffman at hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org or 717-846-8871 x220.
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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist will be held Thursday, March 17, from 9:20 AM-2 PM in the chapel. Students will be permitted to attend during their Study Hall periods.
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Swimmers
Congratulations to our Swimmers for reaching the District Championships.
- Danny Giesselbach - 200 IM - 5th Place
- Danny Giesselbach - 100 Breaststroke - 7th Place
- Sarah Giesselbach - 100 Freestyle - 8th Place
- Sarah Giesselbach - 200 Freestyle - 9th Place
- Moseley Driscoll - 100 Breaststroke - 11th Place
- Timmy Ventura - 200 IM - 14th Place
- Timmy Ventura - 100 Breaststroke - 18th Place
As a result of his District time, Danny has advanced to the PIAA State Championships March 18-19 at Bucknell University to swim the 200 IM. Go IRISH!
Pictured left to right: Timmy Ventura, Sarah Giesselbach, Danny Giesselbach, Moseley Driscoll.
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Girls Basketball
Congratulations to our Girls Basketball team for reaching the District championship and winning the silver medal!
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Boys Basketball
Congratulations to our Boys Basketball team for reaching the District championship and winning the silver medal. The boys have advanced to the 2nd round of the PIAA State Tournament. Come out and support the Fighting Irish!
Saturday, March 12
York Catholic vs. Math, Civics, & Science
4:30 PM
at Coatesville Area High School
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Diocesan Geography Bee
Congratulations to John Mullen who represented York Catholic at the Diocese of Harrisburg Geography Bee yesterday.
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Colorguard for Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
Hannah Stover auditioned and was selected as one of 40 students nationwide to participate as a color guard member for The Macy's Great American Marching Band at the 96th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in November.
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York Catholic is proud of the success of its students earning college scholarships over the years. More than 68% of last year's graduating class collectively earned over $10 million in scholarship offers. The Guidance Department keeps an updated list of local, regional, and national scholarship opportunities in the Guidance Center and in the College & Career Google Classroom. The following special scholarships are available with deadline dates fast approaching. Please note that one of them is for a current Junior to be used toward Senior year tuition at York Catholic.
Scholarships for current Juniors
Dr. George M. and Mrs. Mary E. Johnson Scholarship
This scholarship is for a current York Catholic junior interested in pursuing a career in medicine. The scholarship is used toward the student’s York Catholic tuition during his or her senior year at York Catholic. Applicants should exemplify leadership qualities and skills through his/her participation in class, extracurricular clubs, groups, or activities. The student will also uphold and practice the moral and religious principles of the Roman Catholic faith. Applications can be found on Mr. Rouse's Google Classroom and returned to Mr. Rouse in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: March 23, 2022
Scholarships for current Seniors
Ray Tyo St. Ferdinand Scholarship (Diocese of Harrisburg)
This scholarship is valued at approximately $8,000 divided over four years and is awarded to one student from each diocesan high school within the Diocese of Harrisburg. The requirements are as follows: 1) be a practicing Catholic manifesting good moral character, 2) be a student in good standing, 3) be accepted for study at a Catholic institution of higher learning, 4) have a need for financial assistance and, 5) have the recommendation of student’s high school administrator. Applications can be found on Mr. Rouse's Google Classroom and returned to Mr. Rouse in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: March 23, 2022
The Reverend William J. Fitzpatrick Memorial Scholarship
The Reverend William J. Fitzpatrick Memorial Scholarship Fund grants scholarship aid to a senior student(s) at York Catholic High School who resides in York County, and who will major in a branch of engineering or a science related to engineering in college. Scholarships to be awarded for the 2022-2023 academic year will be at least $1250 per semester. Applications can be found on Mr. Rouse's Google Classroom and returned to Mr. Rouse in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: March 23, 2022
O’Neill Health Sciences Scholarship
The O’Neill Health Sciences Scholarship is for students who will major in a healthcare field in college (four year or two year) such as nursing, pre-med, dental hygiene, etc. Selection will be based on grades, SAT/ACT scores, interest, financial need, and teacher recommendation. Applications can be found on Mr. Rouse's Google Classroom and returned to Mr. Rouse in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: March 23, 2022
Stephen M. Leiser Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in the YC science teacher’s memory and is open for a graduating senior who has taken some non-CP classes at York Catholic and who is interested in furthering his or her education. Applications can be found on Mr. Rouse's Google Classroom and returned to Mr. Rouse in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: March 23, 2022
Scholarships for all students
Knights of St. Paul Scholarship
The Knights of St. Paul is offering at least one $500 scholarship to a YC student(s) for use toward their tuition at York Catholic for the 2022-2023 school year. Applications can be obtained from and returned to Mrs. Gick in the Main Office.
Deadline: April 18, 2022
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In preparation for changing the uniform dress code for the 4th marking period on March 28, York Catholic is hosting a uniform exchange to assist students who are in need of uniform items. The uniform exchange will be available for trades and purchases on Wednesday, March 16, from 3:30-5 PM. Walk-ins on days other than this date cannot be accommodated. If you need uniforms, bring your gently worn items for an even trade or purchase some at a reduced price: skirts $10, pants $8, sweaters $6, shirts $4. Uniforms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If anyone is interested in helping with the uniform exchange, please contact Heather Hoffman at 717-846-8871 x220 or hhoffman@yorkcatholic.org.
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The SportsLeader program, which has primarily been devoted to virtue formation through athletics, has created an expanded model to serve an entire school, parish, and/or community. This new program has a new yet familiar name: Virtue=Strength. This program is an enhancement to the SportsLeader program, yet separate as it is designed to be used by teachers and staff across the entire student body.
Click below for the Virtue=Strength parent newsletter that helps reinforce virtue formation at home.
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The Spirit Store is now open for Spring Sports apparel orders. Orders placed by March 13 will be completed by March 25. Click the button below to review your options and to place an order.
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It is time for the class 2023 to consider the purchase of a York Catholic keepsake, a class ring!
Visit www.Balfour.com and type in York Catholic High School when asked to shop your school. The gallery is extensive with selections for everyone and the opportunity to personalize with your name and activities. Ordering is done online, with easy payment options spread over three months if needed.
Any junior needing help with sizing should stop by Mrs. Kemp’s desk in the main office. She has sizing rings available.
Delivery estimates are four to six weeks. Order by April 1 to have your class ring in time for our traditional Junior Ring Ceremony on May 27. We will celebrate the class of 2023 as they assume leadership of the school, and will commemorate their senior status with the blessing of the rings.
A ring purchase is not required.
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Even though the 2022 color yearbooks are not distributed until May, NOW is the time to place your order for a book. Extra yearbooks are not available in May. Only what is ordered is delivered to YC for distribution. Please do not send any money to school with your student. Balfour handles the order taking and payments allowing the yearbook advisor and staff additional time to produce the best yearbook ever. All orders are taken by phone by calling the Balfour ordering line at 1-800-944-5930 or by clicking the button below to order online.
The order deadline is March 31.
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Those Box Tops are Valuable! |
Please check your boxed and canned goods for the Box Tops for Education logos.
If your box top is marked with the logo to the left, please cut it out and send it to school.
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If it is labeled with the box top logo to the right, please scan your receipt.
Click the button below for more information and to download the Box Tops for Education app to scan your receipt. Be sure to select York Catholic High School as your school of choice.
Box Tops for Education is the major fundraiser for Middle School Student Council and Middle School activities. You don't have to buy anything or sell anything! Please try to join forces with friends, family, and neighbors to collect or scan as many box tops as possible.
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Sixty-five students representing all grade levels volunteered last weekend as fans in the stands to cheer on the Special Olympians at the York Ice Arena. Some highlights of the day:
- 9th grader Bailey Green served as the announcer for the speed skating events.
- Seniors Maddy Janusz and Jamie Volk helped time and judge the races; they were doing such a great job and having so much fun they asked to stay longer than their scheduled shift.
- 8th grader Josselyn Collier stayed all day. All of her friends left after their scheduled shift, but she begged her mom if she could stay, saying "I don't care if I get more service hours or if I'm cold... I just want to be here to cheer on the Special Olympians." She was on her feet actively cheerleading the entire day. A total inspiration.
- Whenever the competitors would skate close to where we were in the stands, our students would let their cheers be heard. On numerous occasions, the athletes would glance up and smile, sometimes even gesturing with a "thumbs up" - then, get their 'game face' right back on.
- Our students formed a “tunnel” for the medal recipients to walk through on their way to get their award.
- One of our students overheard an athlete say, "Can you believe all these people are here cheering for us?! This is amazing!"
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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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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 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 2022, you can find your PA tax liability on Form PA-40 Line 12 of your 2021 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, please follow these steps:
The last day to apply for 2022 is December 1, 2022, however, the available funds may run out prior to December, so it's recommended to apply as soon as possible.
For more information about this easy tax donation, please contact Katie Seufert, York Catholic Principal, at kseufert@yorkcatholic.org.
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Eucharistic Miracles of the World |
All parishes in the area are invited to attend the Eucharistic Miracles of the World March 11-15 at St. Patrick Parish. This photo exhibit displays over 170 Vatican approved Eucharistic Miracles of the World. The recently beatified Blessed Carlo Acutis created this exhibit. By means of the displayed panels, one can “virtually visit” the places where the miracles took place. This free exhibition is available to view at the following times in Brenner Hall at St. Patrick Parish located at 219 S. Beaver St. in York:
March 11 - Exhibit Open 10 am-7 pm
March 12 - Exhibit Open 10 am-4 pm & 5:30-7 pm
March 13 - Exhibit Open 12 pm-5 pm & 6:00-7 pm
March 14 - Exhibit Open 10 am-7 pm
March 15 - Exhibit Open 10 am-7 pm
Click the button below for complete details.
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Guiding the Social Media Journey |
- Is your child already asking for a phone?
- Does it feel somewhat daunting to talk to your child about sexuality?
- Are you sometimes nervous about what your child may be exposed to through technology, friends, or family?
St. Joseph School is hosting “Talking About Sex and Pornography: A Healthy Guide for Parents,” that focuses on the dangers children may be facing via social media and other internet outlets. Many parents have very little idea about the water children are swimming in. It is never too early to be prepared to discuss and address these tough topics. It is also never too late. Parents of all grades are invited. Dads are highly encouraged to attend.
When: Wednesday, March 16, 7:00-8:30 PM
Where: St. Joseph School, York
Presenters:
Dr. and Mrs. Singleton, bioethicists, SJY parent
Dr. Kellett, family physician with a focus in addiction medicine, SJY parent
Dr. Garcia, family physician, SJY parent
Father Steve Fernandes, St. Joseph Catholic Church pastor
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During inclement weather that would cause a school closing or delay of schedule, York Catholic will call/text/email you through our One Call Now Emergency Notification system. Other modes of notification include WGAL TV-8, Fox43, and the YC website. Students from individual school districts are automatically excused if their district closes and does not provide transportation to YCHS. The exceptions to this are Southern and Southeastern. These students follow York Catholic’s delay and closing schedule. |
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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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