National Honor Society Induction Lancaster Catholic High School wishes to recognize the efforts of the 49 students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in academics and the community. These students were inducted into the National Honor Society this past Sunday. To be eligible to apply for membership in NHS, junior/senior students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.8 or higher, possess qualities of character and leadership attested to by teachers, moderators, advisors and coaches and participate in activities at school and in the community. Hope Abel Devin Atkinson Liam Badger Daniel Biondolillo Rebecca Bourne Laura Brislin Ella Cassidy Kolbe Card Promise Chen Catherine Citsay
Ross Conway Camden Davies Cecilia Deel Elisabeth Detz Uyen Duong Miles Durrett Lakota Eckman Caroline Erb Carly Fairchild Jacob Fertal
Allison Francis Emma Hornick Patrick Hyrb Marian Joseph
Gabrielle Kambourglos Kathryn Keane Aspen Leed Madison Lewis Emily Loney Raina McAnally
Brendan McNamara Victoria Morrall Daniel Myers Leila Navickas Matthew Oleskowitz Sheridan Riva Sarah Scott Isaac Schwartz Elyse Shank Kaitlin Smith
Sophia Sponaugle Zach Stauffer Joseph Stengel Lizbeth Stephan Kaylinda Vazquez Jaxon Weyworth Kristen Woratyla Aria Yang Benjamin Young
Upcoming Events Spirit Week
Field Day & Homecoming Football Game
Homecoming Dance
October 14-18
October 18
October 19
Crusaders Alive MiniTHON 2020 Open House Kickoff Assembly October 27
October 28
Starry Night
Spirit Week Dress Down Tuesday - America/USA/Red, White, and Blue Thursday - Character/ Costume* Friday - Class colors** Field Day Events Powderpuff Spike Ball
Male Cheerleaders Washers Cornhole
Kan Jam Soccer
Food Trucks: Don’t forget your money! Slovakia Boys Scoops Penny’s LCHS Cafeteria Staff will also be selling delicious food! Saturday- Homecoming Dance
Starry Night
Date: October 19th, 2019 Time: 7:00-10:00pm Where: Berger Gym
*Nothing may cover the face **Freshmen-Green, Sophomores-Red, Juniors-Blue, Seniors-Black
2019 Lancaster Catholic Homecoming Court Nuo (Promise) Chen
Host Parents: Matt & Katie Weiand Favorite Subject: Environmental Science Favorite Food: Ice Cream Something on Your Bucket List: Have my own cat. Pets’ Names: Sherman & Kai Theme Song: Star Wars: Imperial March Reality Show You Would Win: Survivor School Activities: Garden Club, Bowling, Global Group Future Plans: Attend college for environmental science
Sydney Kirchner
Parents: Tony & Monica Kirchner Parish: St. Anne’s Favorite Subject: Entrepreneurship Favorite Food: Burritos Something on Your Bucket List: Skiing & Snowboarding in the Alps Theme Song: Tongue Tied - Grouplove Reality Show You Would Win: Project Runway School Activities: Editor of Yearbook, Equality For All, Ash Club, Ski Club, Mini-THON, Autism Awareness Club Future Plans: Attend college for communications & travel the world
Bedei Gbala
Parents: Anna Dennis Parish: St. Mary’s Favorite Subject: English Favorite Food: Pasta Something on Your Bucket List: Hold koalas in Australia Pets Names: Alfonzo (beta fish) Reality Show You Would Win: The Bachelor School Activities: Mini-THON, Prom Committee, Link Crew, Aevdium Future Plans: Attend college and major in medical field and possibly move to Europe
Claudia Linkey
Parents: Chris & Molly Linkey Parish: St. Leo’s Favorite Subject: English Favorite Food: Mac & Cheese Something on Your Bucket List: Go skydiving Pet’s Name: Jet (14-year-old black lab pitbull) School Activities: Soccer, Track & Field, Varsity Club, Ski Club, Aevidum, Spanish Honors Society, Mini-THON, Equality For All Future Plans: Attend college and do missionary work
Homecoming & Dress Code Dance: Saturday, Oct. 19th 7PM-10:PM Location: LCHS Berger Gym Anyone wishing to bring a guest must have a signed guest form, with copy of guest’s ID. Guests must be in at least 9th grade, and may not be 21 or older. Ladies are expected to dress in a manner appropriate for the occasion, and reflective of the modesty expected of Christian women. Specifically listed below are dresses that are NOT acceptable. Ladies are encouraged to contact Mrs. Howe with questions before the dance. o No exposed tattoos o No appearance of exposed flesh (nude or mesh material) in inappropriate areas o No plunging backs, necklines, or overexposed backs o Length of dress must meet the fingertips o No excessive cleavage o No bare mid-drifts (no two-piece dresses) Men are expected to dress in a manner appropriate for the occasion. Expectations are listed below: o No earrings o Must be clean shaven o No exposed tattoos What will happen if students come to the dance in violation of any of the above? Depending on which of the above is in violation, if it can be fixed, (taking out earrings, for example) it will be done. If a student’s attire is not appropriate (overly-exposed back, inappropriate length, etc.) the student will be given a garment to wear over their clothing. If they choose not to accept the garment, the student will be asked to leave. For those students who drive to the dance, an attempt will be made to contact a parent to make them aware the student was asked to leave. For those students who do not drive to the dance, he/she will be required to put on the garment and wear it for the remainder of the dance, or until a parent is able to pick them up/correct the dress code violation.
Freshman Retreat The Freshman Retreat is designed to welcome our new class to the LCHS family and to begin to build class unity and is held in the fall on a regular school day. Students will work on team building activities, and discuss why it’s important to be an active part of the school. They are challenged to explore and grow in their faith and begin to learn that the purpose of their education is to serve God and help proclaim the Gospel with their lives.
Senior English trip to Washington DC The Senior English Classes went to the National Capital on Wednesday to explore the National Museum of American History, the Holocaust Museum and National Monuments. These sites related to their summer readings of The Things They Carried and The Book Thief.
STEM Sisters T-Shirt Design Contest Want to showcase your artistic and creative talents? STEM Sisters is having a t-shirt design contest and will be screen printing the winning design on November 1st with Thaddeus Steven’s! Designs are due by October 18th. Voting will begin on the 19th and will end on the 25th. Download the Entry Form for further instructions. Click here to Register for November 1st. Click here to download the entry form!
Phonathon Update Lancaster Catholic’s Advancement Department and Cathy Kambouroglos, Phonathon Director, would like to thank the parents, students, faculty and administrators for signing of to make calls as well as all the fabulous food donations! Every night there was a great energy from the parents and students! Everyone working together to make LCHS successful in our ministry!
Crusaders Alive Open House Have you heard about Lancaster Catholic’s Open House, Crusaders Alive? On Sunday, October 27th from 11:30 AM-5 PM, Lancaster Catholic will offer a conference-style event where families can drop in for tours, take part in interactive sessions and have the chance to win free tuition for a year! Special Message to ParentsWhy should this matter to you since your student is already here? New and transfer students who apply to Lancaster Catholic have the power to recommend your family as a referral which gives you $500 tuition credit! For more information about this event or about the referral credit, contact Kyla at khockley@lchsyes.org.
St. Anthony holds 34th bazaar St. Anthony of Padua Church will hold its 34 th annual Christmas Bazaar Nov. 9, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Nov. 10, 9:30 a.m. to noon, in the Resurrection Catholic School cafeteria at 521 E. Orange St. With the theme Jesus is the Reason, much is offered including wreath and garden, trim-a-tree, crafts, religious items, and gift baskets. There’s always a treasure to be found at the jewelry table for just a few dollars. Raffle items are valued at a minimum $50. For $1, take a chance on a television, Fit-bit, garden wagon and bench, mani-pedi, Sister Irenita watercolor, and many gift cards to local restaurants and businesses. Raffle will be drawn at 2 p.m. Saturday. Food will be offered throughout, including authentic Vietnamese eggrolls, soup and sandwiches. Contact Livia Riley, 717-299-6617 for information.
Glory Denied- Penn Square Music Festival Glory Denied is the acclaimed opera by Tom Cipullo based on the book by Tom Philpott which tells the true story of America’s longest-held prisoner of war. With over 20 productions, the piece is one of the most frequently performed operas of the 21st-century. “It is the true story of an American family torn apart during the unsettling era of the unpopular Vietnam War. Cipullo’s masterfully taut adaption of Tom Philpott’s book of the same name, makes a cogent impression…with a score that is by turns chaotic, angular, melodic, harmonious, and even at times, serene. . . . a thrillingly varied score, mesmerizing libretto, . . .” said James Sohre, of Opera Today on November 23, 2018. Mr. Scott Drackley, former LCHS teacher and current artistic director of Penn Square, will bring four professional opera singers in collaboration with the English Department to enrich the seniors’ study of the Vietnam War Era. Two weeks after standing before the Vietnam Wall on their field trip, students will hear lyrics and music echoing the pain and turmoil of the 1960s-1970s. Students prepared by reading excerpts from Jim Thompson’s biography and will hear songs from the opera as well as engage in a Q&A with Drackley and the singers about their training and preparation. It is an incredible opportunity to fuse history, music, and psychology as all three converge in this remarkable tale. The story has been fittingly labeled an American epic. This free event will be presented on Thursday, October 31, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. in Old Main Gym. All are welcome.
Save the Dates for these Upcoming FPA Events Thursday, October 17: Beethoven Celebration - Jamanis Family Wednesday, November 6: Rizzetta’s Tones Concert featuring Cody McSherry’21 Thursday, November 7: Artist-in-Residence Day with Joseph Ross Saturday, November 9: Piano Bar Night *21+ event* Saturday, November 16: BIG BIG Jazz Band Dance *21+ event* Thursday, November 21- Saturday, November 23: Little Women Fall Play
AmeriGas is going Back to School And this time we don’t have to walk ten miles in the snow! SCHOOL DAYS from AmeriGas Propane will give Lancaster Catholic up to $2,000 per school year for books and computers, sporting equipment, band equipment, art materials, vocational technical supplies. . .all the way to travel funds for that important educational trip. Save your AmeriGas Propane receipts and email them to Chris Rupert in the Business Office at crupert@lchsyes.org or drop them off in the business office.
Friday Adoration Each Friday for the last five years Campus Ministry has sponsored Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in our chapel. Our students, teachers and staff have the opportunity to stop in for a few minutes as their schedule permits. Often times theology teachers will bring classes down for a rosary or private prayer. To be able to offer Adoration we have had parent and alumni volunteers who sign up to cover the times from 8AM until 3PM to assure that the chapel is never empty. We are currently in need of new volunteers. We will work with you and your schedule, even if you can only offer part of an hour or can only help twice a month. For more information or to sign up to help please contact Campus Ministry at abamert@lchsyes.org for call us at 717.509.0315.
Part-Time Help Wanted in Cafeteria Lancaster Catholic High School is in need of a part-time cafeteria worker for the current year. Hours are Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. If interested, please contact Misty Pitrovich at 717-509-0306 or pick up an application in the LCHS main office.
Lancaster Catholic High School
Teacher Spotlight
Dave Sharp
Personable, Caring, Analytical Math Teacher B.S. & M.S. in Nuclear Science
Tell us about your family! What is your favorite thing about Lancaster Catholic? The way people care about one another
If you could have a super power, what would it be? Supersonic Speed/Flight
If you could have any other job, what would it be? Scientist
What is one item on your bucket list? To visit Ireland!
I am married to the wonderful Lisa Sharp who works in the main office. We have two daughters who are LCHS graduates - Meghan and Kiley. We have a four-year old granddaughter named Hayden.
What has been the most rewarding part of teaching? Seeing the growth in students’ math abilities throughout the school year. Witnessing those “Aha” moments.
How long have you been a teacher at Lancaster Catholic High School? Twenty years. Dave Sharp is the 2018 Frederick F. Noel Distinguished Educator Award honoree. This award goes to a distinguished Catholic educator who has served at a Catholic school for 10+ years, has been nominated by peers and has contributed significantly to the promotion of Christian values in the school.
Athletic Volunteers Needed for Volleyball Leagues Lancaster Catholic is thrilled to be the host for the first round of Volleyball leagues! This Friday, Berger Gym will be filled with volleyball fans and we need volunteers in order to make the event go smoothly, especially since this is also Homecoming. So if you are a volleyball fan, WE NEED YOU! Sign up here! There are also openings for volunteers at upcoming sporting events. Contact Athletics at 717-509-0316 for more information or if you have questions.
Friday, October 18
10th Anniversary Celebration of the 2009 Football State Championship 10 years ago, on a snowy December day, the Lancaster Catholic Crusaders defeated Greensburg Central Catholic to become LCHS’s 1st State Championship football team. On Friday, October 18th (Homecoming) Lancaster Catholic’s Athletic Department wishes to celebrate the accomplishments of this remarkable team. For more information about the evening, click here.
Tennis Update! The LCHS girls tennis team is rolling through postseason play in both individuals and team action. The Crusaders swept their way to the finals of the Team District Tournament on Tuesday and will play for the District Title later tonight in Hershey against Hamburg. Senior Riley Smith claimed the LL League Singles Title for the third time in her career and she teamed up with classmate Angelle San Jose for the LL League Doubles Title earlier this month. Good Luck ladies!
Christmas in the Big Apple to benefit the LCHS Field Hockey Team What: Where: When: Why: Cost:
“Do As You Please” Bus Trip to New York City Sunday, December 15, 2019 ~ 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. to benefit the LCHS Field Hockey Team $54.00 per person - includes driver gratuity
On Sunday, December 15, 2019, we will depart Lancaster Catholic High School at 7 a.m. sharp!
We will be dropped off at the rear of the Winter Garden Theater which is a prime location to enjoy shopping, the theater district, the museums, and Time Square. NYC will be abuzz with Christmas decorations and good cheer.
Bus picks up at the same location at 7 p.m. for an approximate return to Lancaster Catholic High School at 10 p.m.
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Make your reservation by November 22 at the latest! Money due with your reservation. Make checks payable to LCHS Boosters.
Questions? Please contact Diana Anater at (717) 951-5198 or danater@lchsyes.org.
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“Do As You Please” Bus Trip to NYC - Sunday, December 15, 2019 - Reservation Form Names of attendees ______________________________________________________________________ with at least one ______________________________________________________________________ contact email and phone number: ______________________________________________________________________ PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE REQUIRED: We understand this is a non-chaperoned trip. I have spoken to my child about adhering to the time schedule. _________________________________________________________________________________________ A contact phone number for the day of the trip is ____________________________. ______# TICKETS @ $54 PER TICKET = ________ Make checks payable to LCHS Boosters| Make your reservations by November 22, 2019 Mail or deliver completed form with payment to: Lancaster Catholic Athletic Office · 650 Juliette Ave. · Lancaster, PA 17601 · ATTN: NYC TRIP/FIELD HOCKEY
Little Crusaders Wrestling
Please send to Ken Nakagawa 806 Cobblestone Lane, Lancaster, PA 17601, (717)-283-5204. Registration may be sent via email to knakagawa89@yahoo.com. Registration fee is $60.00. Please make check out to Lancaster Catholic Athletics. The registration fee will include a singlet.
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Medical conditions: Practices: Practices will be held from November 18, 2019- February 26, 2020.
Membership Rules: Members shall work to the best of their ability. Members shall be attentive to instruction and non-disruptive to other members. Members shall treat other members and coaches with respect. Members shall not deface any of the facilities and shall treat all equipment with care. Members are free to attend any or all sessions but are encouraged to attend as many as possible. Any members who persist with repeated discipline problems will be dismissed.
I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines laid out above, and understand that failure to do so may result in my dismissal from the program. By my signature, I certify that I have read the rules and agree to abide by them.
Club member signature: Parent signature: Liability Release: I, the undersigned individually and as a parent/guardian of dsfsdfdsfdsfsdfsdfsdfdsfsdf, that he be admitted to participate in the Parochial Wrestling Program. I do hereby agree to release, discharge, and hold harmless Lancaster Catholic High School, the Crusader Mat Club, any and all coaches and employees connected with the program, of all causes, liabilities, damages, claims or demands whatsoever on account of any injury or accident involving the said minor arising out of the minor’s attending the club or in the course of completion and/or activities held in connection with the club.
New Oasis Host Family Program WHILE HOSTING A STUDENT YOU CAN EXPECT •
A monthly financial stipend to cover the cost of student’s living, food, and entertainment.
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Screening students abroad through local representatives.
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Assessing host families and homes with a pre-placement home visit.
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Matching students and families based on their interests.
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Providing an orientation to new students and host families.
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Contacting host families and students monthly.
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Giving ongoing support and advice to students and host families.
Students will arrive in January and June to attend private schools in Lancaster. Host families are needed today!
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A HOST FAMILY
Please consider this unique opportunity and contact me today!
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A warm and welcoming attitude
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Ability to provide a private bedroom for the international student.
Share this information--we offer a $100 referral fee if you refer a friend and they host a student with us.
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Ability to provide three meals daily.
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Ability to provide transportation between school and home, or have access to busing provided by the local school district.
HOST FAMILY REFERRAL BONUS Know someone who would make a great host family? Please email the contact address provided to the right.
GLOBAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Our dedicated local coordinators act as a student advocate, a host family support contact, a local school contact, an activities coordinator and a mediator when necessary. If you are interested in hosting, providing a referral for a host family, or have any questions, please contact:
Sharon Ganz sganz@tbiedu.com 703-835-1008
Visit us at https://hostapplication.tbiedu.com/application to apply today!
School Counseling Corner Attention all Juniors! CTC tours will be held on November 12 (Brownstown), November 13 (Mount Joy), and November 14 (Willow Street) for anyone interested in full day programs for senior year, it’s essential to take a tour. See Mrs. Taormina for more information.
FAFSA Completion Night All seniors and parents of seniors are invited to the FAFSA Completion Night at Lancaster Catholic on November 12, 2019 in the Library at 5:30 PM. This is an outstanding way to complete this Financial Aid chore, ask questions of Sonya Mann-McFarland from PHEAA and eat pizza for all of your hard work! Please RSVP to Mrs. Grosh by November 8th.
Notre Dame is coming back! Any student who missed the Admissions Counselor from Notre Dame, Mr. Corsones will return to LCHS on October 24 at 2:30 PM in the School Counseling Suite. Passes will be sent to the students who were originally signed up so please skip senior privilege that day!
The School Counselors wish all of our students a safe and enjoyable Homecoming!
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Topics to include: How can my child earn while learning? What are the job opportunities in these fields? What salaries and benefits can be expected? How will the CTC and Stevens help your child move ahead in these careers?
Presenters include: Bobby Brandt President of Benchmark Construction Mike Shirk CEO High Industries Anthony Hahn President & CEO Conestoga Wood Specialties Laurie Grove Director of Career Services Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology James Brunken Director/Principal Brownstown Career and Technology Center
For More Information, Contact Elizabeth Ziegler at Ziegleel2@mtwp.net
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2020 HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS OPPORTUNITY Lehigh University, University of Pittsburgh and Penn State PARENT AND STUDENT INFORMATION NIGHT Wednesday, October 30, 2019 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Current sophomores and juniors interested in experiential summer program opportunities in the healthcare industry, business, agriculture, leadership and international relations are encouraged to attend an informational session held on Wednesday, October 30, 2019. Karen Narkevic, Director of the Health Career Scholars Academy, University of Pittsburgh and Jenneth Layaou, Director of the Pennsylvania School for Excellence in the Agricultural Sciences will be the guest speakers for the evening. The programs are the same in content and selectivity as the former Governor’s Schools. The program Directors will be presenting information and answering questions regarding these opportunities. For further information, please visit programs website: Lehigh University, https://global.lehigh.edu/iacocca-institute/high-school/lehigh University of Pittsburgh, http://www.hcsa.pitt.edu/ Penn State, College of Agricultural Sciences, https://agsci.psu.edu/school-for-excellence
PLEASE JOIN US:
The Conference & Training Center at IU 13 Burle Business Park 1020 New Holland Avenue Lancaster, PA 17601 * Please contact Janice Estabrook if you are planning to attend. Thank you! Janice Estabrook, Coordinator for Gifted and Enrichment Services - (717) 606-1732 janice_estabrook@iu13.org
Department of Health- Vaping Harrisburg, PA –Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine today announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Health has confirmed one death and multiple cases attributed to lung injuries associated with vaping in Pennsylvania and recommends that people do not vape. Pennsylvania has reported nine confirmed and 12 probable cases of the lung illness to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and are investigating an additional 63 cases. Each of the individuals involved in the cases have suffered serious lung injuries and most have been hospitalized. Signs and symptoms of a potential lung injury associated with vaping include: Cough; Shortness of breath; Chest pain; Nausea or vomiting; Diarrhea; Fatigue; Fever; or Weight loss. Please see your health care provider if you or a loved one are showing signs or symptoms. The department is continuing to work with the Poison Control Centers in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration as part of this widespread investigation. Generally, e-cigarettes are not safe for youth, young adults, pregnant women or adults who do not currently use tobacco products. It is also important to remember that e-cigarette aerosol is not harmless “water vapor.” It can contain harmful substances, including nicotine and ultrafine particles that can be inhaled deep into the lungs; flavoring such as diacetyl, a chemical linked to a serious lung disease; volatile organic compounds; cancer-causing chemicals and heavy metals such as nickel, tin and lead. Additional information on e-cigarettes, the dangers of vaping, and how to quit smoking can be found on the Department of Health’s website at health.pa.gov or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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