COVID-19
We are grateful for the cooperation shown from our school community with regard to our COVID-19 protocols. Our efforts are our best way to ensure that we continue through this school year with in-person instruction.
As we receive updates from the CDC and the Departments of Health, as well as the Diocese of Pittsburgh, we continue to review and update our policies accordingly. Our latest update Our protocols are always available on our website under the Students & Parents tab. You can also review them here by clicking on the NC logo.
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FROM THE OFFICE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Prep for the Future: College Tuesday, Sept 14th 6:45pm in the Auditorium
Sessions on College List, Highly Selective institutions, and the ins and outs of SAT, ACT and AP testing. This date also includes specific set of offerings just for families with students in the class of 2022: a session with counselling and a session with seasoned parents. Sign Up Here
Prep for the Future: Finance Thursday Sept 23rd via Zoom
Sessions include: Establishing Credit, Financial Aid 101, and education funding options. Sign Up Here
CAP Talk!
CAP talks are small gatherings of students with industry professionals. Students are welcome to come and listen about specific careers and ask questions. Our first CAP talk of the year is with Nicole Thurner, a practicing lawyer with Zunder & Assoc. Students interested in careers in Law are invited to attend on Thursday, September 16 during 9th period.
If you have any questions about any of these events, please reach out to Mrs. Coltz.
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SCHOOL PHOTOS
School photos will be taken on September 27 & 28. Freshmen and sophomore students will be photographed on Monday, September 27. Juniors and Seniors will be photographed on Tuesday, September 28. All students must wear Mass uniforms for the photos, including blazers and ties (for the men). Students will be called according to their first period classes throughout the day.
In an attempt to streamline the ordering process, we are moving to an online platform for ordering. Details will be shared in upcoming newsletters.
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FALL OPEN HOUSE
Do you know someone interested in attending North Catholic? We have two fall admissions events taking place in October.
Please feel free to share the information with prospective families and help to spread the good word about our growing school!
8th Grade Scarlet & Gold Day |
Friday, October 15, 2021 – 9:30am-1:30pm
Fall Open House |
Sunday, October 10, 2021 – 1:00pm-3:00pm
OPEN HOUSE YARD SIGNS
We have yard signs available to promote our open house. If you would like to help us spread the word and put an Open House sign in your yard, please contact Megan O’Hara. We’ll be sure to set one aside for you!
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HOME LANGUAGE QUESTIONNAIRE
The state requires that we reach out to our school families who use languages other than English in their household. If a student does not consider English as their first language, families are asked to reach out to the Main Office to complete paperwork and learn about support services that may be available.
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NC ROSARY GROUP
All NC Parents are invited to join the weekly Rosary Group that meets to pray the Rosary for all NC students, faculty, parents, families, alumni, and their intentions. The group meets every Thursday at 2:15pm at the Grotto behind the school, weather permitting. Please bring a Rosary and a prayerful spirit. Any questions can be emailed to Lianne Felice or Kim Paulson.
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
American Greatness Essay Contest
In memory of Mr. Dave Lyons, Class of ’62 and Former NC History Teacher
Sponsored by Alumni
Award: $2,500.00
Click on the flag for details on this scholarship opportunity!
This contest is open to the Class of 2022 and 2023, and the first 50 entries.
All essays are to be submitted by Friday, October 1, 2021 at 3pm.
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West View Water Authority Video/Photo Contest
The West View Water Authority is having its 4th Annual High School Video & Photo Contest! The top 3 entries will receive a monetary prize and be featured on the WVWA website and Facebook page. First Prize is $1,000, 2nd Prize is $750 and 3rd Prize is $500.
The contest is an opportunity for high school students grades 9-12 in our service area to showcase their creativity, communication, filmmaking and photography skills. Videos/photos may be submitted individually, as a group, or as a class.
Please click on the WVWA logo for more details.
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HOMECOMING WEEKEND IS SEPTEMBER 24 & 25!
Come cheer on our North Catholic Football Team as our Trojans take on East Allegheny High School in the NCHS Homecoming Game on Friday, September 24. Kickoff is at 7pm at the Mars Athletic Complex.
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We are happy to announce a return to our annual Homecoming Dance! The outdoor semiformal event will be held at NCHS from 7pm-10pm on Saturday, September 25. Please note the following change - Tickets will NOT be sold during lunch periods next week. Instead, tickets will be sold via an online form that will be shared with students later this week. Tickets are $35 per guest.
Please see the following attire guidelines for the event:
Young men: A suit or a dress shirt and tie is required for this function.
It is preferred that males wear dress socks and dress shoes, but please see the note below. No body jewelry or body piercings are permitted. No hats.
Young women: Dresses should reflect modesty and should not be overly revealing, sheer, low cut, or excessively tight. The bodice of the dress must provide full coverage - no deep necklines. Dresses cannot be more than 4 inches above the knee and slits should be no higher than the top of the knee. The cut of the dress in the back must not fall below the middle of the back. Dresses are not permitted to have open cut outs on the side or front of the dress - any cut outs must be filled with non see-through mesh. No two piece dresses, please.
For all students: This year's dance will be held outdoors, therefore careful consideration with regard to shoes should be given.
Any questions related to the Homecoming Dance can be directed to Mrs. Boyer.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT NORTH |
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9/14: Prep for the Future Night
9/16: All School Mass
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AMAZON SMILE
Please don't forget to designate North Catholic High School as your charity when shopping at Amazon! Just click the link to the right and choose North Catholic High School as the recipient of .5% of your purchases.
Thank you for your support.
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SUPPORT OUR BOOSTERS
We are happy to share information on upcoming Booster Fundraisers here. Please note that events will be included only 2-3 weeks prior to the event date. Information should be emailed to office@northcatholic.org by Thursdays at 3pm in .pdf or .jpg format.
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