Lancaster Catholic High School Crusader Connection October 15, 2020
Fall Blood Drive The annual fall blood drive will be held Thursday, November 5th from 8:00 to 2:00 in the Old Gym. The Blood Drive is sponsored our Respect Life Club and Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank. Anyone age 16 or older, weighing at least 120 pounds and in good health on the day of the drive may donate. Pennsylvania law requires a parent consent form for students who are 16 years old. Temperatures will be taken with one time use disposable oral thermometers and permission forms are available in the Library and must be returned by Wednesday, November 4th. The global COVID-19 pandemic impacted donation centers with available blood supplies being dangerously low so please consider being a donor. Unfortunately, International students may not donate since they have not been in the U.S. for 1 complete year. All donors must present a photo ID at the time of donation. Sign-up sheets for donating will be available in the Library beginning Monday, October 20. Please encourage your son or daughter to donate. If you would like to donate please email Mrs. Nicole Martin at nmartin@lchsyes.org with your preferred time.
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Blood Drive
Thursday, November 5th • 8:00am - 2:00pm
Lancaster Catholic High School In the Old Gym
Sign up in the Library 16 year old donors must have a signed written consent form. • Appointments are required. • Donors must weigh 120lbs or more to donate • Masks are required. If you aren’t wearing a mask, we will provide one for you.
COVID-19 Antibody Testing
Available in November with each successful blood donation A form of ID is REQUIRED to donate • 717giveblood.org
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Oregon Dairy certificate for a BOGO FREE single dip ice cream cone or dish & a FREE blood donor t-shirt for everyone giving at this challenging time! COVID 19 Antibody Testing is available at ALL BLOOD DRIVES & at these SELECT DONATION CENTERS: Hershey Donor Center, Harrisburg East Donor Center, Lancaster Donor Center, & Ephrata Donor Center
Summer Reading = Free Candy! Are you over The Portrait of Dorian Gray? Never want to read another book about talking bunnies (Watership Down)? Need to share responsibility for My Antonia with someone? Or want to say A Farewell to Arms? The Library will accept all of your completed summer reading books, and give you a piece of candy for each book you donate! Parents, feel free to donate any classic book to the Library—clean out your own college holdouts! Please send your books in with your students, or let the Librarian, Mrs. Lopez (mlopez@lchsyes.org), know when you would like to bring them in, and she will meet you at the school door. All of these books will then be made available to students who would like them for their own summer reading. Any book will be accepted—if the LCHS library cannot use it, the books with be shared with local public libraries. These can be The Things They Carried right out of your house until And Then There Were None! Thank you for sharing!
Senior Portrait: Last Chance We almost have all of our 2021 graduates photographs taken for the yearbook! If your child has not had their senior portrait taken the final make-up session will be held on: Saturday, November 21st 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Lancaster Catholic’s Old Gym If you have any questions about the senior portraits, please contact Yearbook Advisor, Mrs. Henry at ahenry@lchsyes.org.
A Message from Lancaster Catholic High School COVID Response Coordinator: Leslie Aikens We have recently seen a rise in COVID-19 cases in Lancaster County, and our public health officials are concerned about the upcoming winter months, with increases anticipated in both the flu and COVID-19. The fear is that we will see cases rise due to people spending more time indoors, getting tired of the public health measures, traveling for the holidays and receiving mixed messages from national and local leaders. We need to stay vigilant with our public health practices, such as wearing masks, social distancing, and regular hand washing. Please avoid social gatherings in homes, and if you are sick, stay away from others to avoid spread. If you are planning to travel, please notify the school and check the travel advisory on the PA Department of Health website, for the most current directions. Please understand that the Diocese of Harrisburg expects its schools to treat these travel restriction recommendations as requirements. COVID-19 is not showing signs of going away, and with the winter months coming, we may see an increase in the number of cases. LCHS is working hard to keep our students and staff safe and healthy, and it takes all of us working together to make that happen.
Save the Date: November 12th Join Lancaster Catholic High School on November 12th at 10 AM for a very exciting and historic announcement. The announcement will be made over livestream for all to view. Stay tuned for more details!
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School Counseling Corner Senior Parents Be on the lookout for scams when it comes to scholarship opportunities and FAFSA completion websites. The only websites you should be accessing are: FAFSA.gov or PHEAA.org please don’t click on any websites related to financial aid with a .com address. Start your engines as the FAFSA financial process is almost ready to begin! Our contact at the state level, Sonya McFarland (smannmcf@pheaa.org), has been a fantastic resource and has provided a brief tutorial on getting started with a simple first step: your FSA ID. Click here! College Visits Most colleges and universities are offering virtual visits for seniors and juniors. Students all have Naviance Accounts and they may sign up for virtual visits with college admissions representatives only through Naviance. The School Counselors will send a pass to the student through email with a link to attend the visit. Unfortunately, students will not be able to sign up on the day of the visit so they are expected to view the list of colleges in Naviance and make their plans early. Eligibility Begins Parents and students are strongly encouraged to keep checking student’s grades on Rediker. Friday morning eligibility is run and any students who are not passing 4 full credits will not be eligible to participate in sports, clubs and activities. Math Help We are pleased to offer students math assistance again this year from Mr. Longenecker. Mr. “L” is a retired teacher from Lancaster Catholic and has helped many students with their math concerns. Mr. “L” reached at ned.longenecker@gmail.com for virtual or in- person assistance.
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Dual Enrollment Program FACT SHEET
york.psu.edu/admission/apply/dual-enrollment What is the Dual Enrollment Program? The Penn State York Dual Enrollment program enables qualified high school students to take college courses at a reduced rate of tuition and simultaneously earn college and high school credits while still in high school. The program is open to high school juniors and seniors, who have a minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0. Acceptance to the program will be based on multiple factors, including GPA trajectory, high school attendance, and guidance counselor recommendation.
Cost: High schools students enrolled in the Penn State York Dual Enrollment Program will receive a 50 percent tuition discount for no more than two classes per semester (8 credit maximum) over the course of their four semesters of eligibility. •
Students taking more than 8 credits per semester must pay full tuition for additional classes.
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Additional costs include books and fees.
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Financial aid is not available for dual enrollment participation.
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Questions regarding tuition bills should be directed to the Bursar’s office at 717-771-4122.
New Dual Enrollment Students: The following materials must be received by the admissions office from the high school guidance office no later than July 1 for the fall semester, and December 1 for the spring semester, in order for new students to be eligible for dual enrollment program participation. Documentation should be mailed to Shelly Drabik, Admissions Office, 1031 Edgecomb Avenue, York PA 17403, or faxed to her attention at 717-771-4005. Fax cover sheets should be labeled Dual Enrollment Student Documentation.
1. The completed fillable Penn State York Dual Enrollment Form and Contract, signed by the student, parent/guardian, and high school guidance counselor. This form can be found on our website, and must be completed online, printed, and signed before submission. Handwritten contracts will NOT be accepted. 2. Official high school transcript 3. Standardized test scores (one or more of the following: SAT (recommended), ACT, PSAT, PSSA or Keystone Exam) 4. Letter of recommendation from the student’s high school guidance counselor. Once documents have been received and processed, eligible students will be notified of approval to participate and emailed a link and detailed instructions regarding setting up their Penn State access account online. Only after activating their access account, should students contact the admissions office to schedule a class registration appointment.
Returning Dual Enrollment Students: A student can remain in the program as long as a grade of C or better is earned for each college course taken while still in high school. Students who have successfully completed Penn State York dual enrollment classes previously must schedule classes through the admissions office. If a returning dual enrollment student registers for a course without meeting with an admissions counselor prior to semester start, or has not met the minimum grade requirement for program participation, that student may be dismissed from the program.
Registration Process: Students interested in participating in dual enrollment must meet with an admissions counselor at Penn State York in order to register for classes. Dual enrollment appointments are scheduled beginning in July for the fall semester, and November for the spring semester. Classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A list of available classes will be posted on our website four to six weeks prior to the start of each semester: york.psu.edu/admission/apply/dual-enrollment This publication is available in alternative media on request. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. U.Ed. YKO 19-77. The Pennsylvania State University encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please call 717-771-4040 in advance of your participation or visit.
Campus Ministry Opportunities Campus Ministry continues to provide opportunities for prayer and spiritual development to our students and staff. Over the last five years CampMin has hosted Adoration each Friday from 8AM to 3PM with the help of our volunteer Adoration team. Two years ago, they added a daily Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3:20 each day and last year began a daily Rosary each morning at 7:20 AM. Beginning this month, they are hosting a Holy Hour Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 8 AM. Staff and students can stop in for a short prayer before they get busy with their day. Daily Rosary is said before the blessed sacrament as the Campus Ministry department prays for students, teachers and our community. Mass is held each Tuesday in the chapel during our First Crusader Period. Moving forward, Campus Ministry will be adding weekday Mass on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday as well. Finally, they are working on the technical issues with going live with our rosary and masses from the Chapel so families and alumni can join us.
Class of 2021 Swag Dear Senior Parents, Student Services Company is Lancaster Catholic High School’s Official supplier of Graduation Announcements and Senior Celebration Products. The order deadline for graduation products orders is Friday, October 23rd. You can view their digital brochure here! Please be sure to go to sscgradstore.com where you can view Lancaster Catholic’s Official Custom Announcement and place your order securely online. To avoid late fees and product restrictions, please be sure to place your orders by the deadline. If you have any questions, please contact Senior Class Moderators, Lisa Sharp (lsharp@lchsyes.org) or Dave Sharp (dsharp@lchsyes.org).
Legacy Golf Classic & Virtual Tournament In an effort to ensure the health and safety of our entire community, the Lancaster Catholic High School Alumni Association’s 4th Annual Crusader Legacy Golf Classic has pivoted to a “virtual” format. We have proudly partnered with Bent Creek Country Club and Golf Genius to make this year’s virtual event even more accessible while maintaining the same high levels of engagement and enthusiasm. How to Participate • Register at www.lchsyes.org/legacygolfsignup/ Bent Creek Country Club (Lititz, PA) - $200 per Golfer - Food, tournament fee & golf fees included- no membership required - Tee Time Restrictions: Saturdays & Sundays after 12 PM; Mondays- Closed Any Public/Private Golf Course in the USA -$100 per Golfer (tournament fee) - Set-up a tee-time at any public/private golf course to which you have access. Registrants are responsible for greens fees and any other related expenses for your round of golf. • Contact the Pro Shop at your selected golf course to book your tee time • All registered participants have until November 1 to complete their round of golf • Download the Golf Genius app to submit scores, check out this year’s sponsors, and to view the leader board For more information, visit https://www.lchsyes.org/apps/pages/legacygolfclassic