Bishop Shanahan High School Fall Newsletter

Dear Parents of our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students,

Greetings from Bishop Shanahan High School! Happy Fall! I hope you are enjoying these beautiful days.

All is well at BSHS! We have had a joyful beginning of the school year as we celebrates SIXTY YEARS OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN CHESTER COUNTY. We raised our new flags - US, Papal, and School - for the first time on September 11.

Bishop Michael J. Fitzgerald celebrated our opening liturgy on September 15. Homecoming Week, "A DIAMOND CELEBRATION" was a great success. All year long we will celebrate our Diamond Anniversary with joy-filled hearts and gratitude to God.

It is hard to believe we are already coming to the end of the first quarter and our students are well into their studies. As you know, along with spiritual growth and the cultivation of a spirit of service, academics are a priority here at BSHS. Strong academic programs are a hallmark of our school. In addition, Fall sports are moving into "playoff mode." It has been a very exciting season. Thanks to our Fine Arts department, it is almost time for the Fall musical and we are getting ready to enjoy energetic singing and dancing as our students present "Footloose" in November. Shanahan truly is a blessed, busy place filled with happy teenagers! There is something for everyone here!

At this time of year, we have many important dates for your family. Our 8th grade SCHOLARSHIP TEST will be held on October 28. Shadow Days and Tours are also available for 8th graders. All are welcome to our Fall Open House on November 12 where you will meet with faculty, coaches, and current students; tour the campus; and enjoy classroom demonstrations and an academic presentation by our Principal and Vice-Principal for Academic Affairs. We look forward to seeing you at these events.

We know you have a choice in high school education. Please COME AND SEE what Shanahan has to offer your child. You will not be disappointed. God bless your families.

A Message from the President of BSHS Sister Regina Plunkett, IHM ‘64

Bishop Shanahan High School hosted a Flag Raising Ceremony on Monday, September 11, 2017 as a formal dedication of its newly constructed set of Flag Poles, in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the school and in commemoration of the anniversary of 9/11. The flag poles are now permanently located on Shanahan’s campus outside the main entrance.

Honoring God and Country

BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL

FALL NEWSLETTER

Service in the Community

Champions in Sports

The Volleyball Team ranks 12th in the nation & has had an undefeated season, including a big win at the Garden Spot Tournament.

Before each home game, the Football Team takes time to come together in prayer. The team has enjoyed a winning season!

We had five individual qualifiers for Golf Districts, and the Golf Team came in 2nd place in the National Division at the Ches-Mont Golf Championships.

131 students were newly inducted into the National, Italian, Spanish, French, or Tri-Music Honor Societies.

Over 120 colleges were represented at the 13th annual college fair, giving students the opportunity to build a relationship with key schools.

KEY DATES Visit shanahan.org/admissions to apply NOW!

For this year’s service project, the Field Hockey team picked produce at a farm in West Chester on behalf of the Chester County Food Bank.

BSHS cheerleaders assisted at the CTDI CARES Race to the Tailgate 5K by babysitting the children while their parents participated in the event.

Accomplished in Academics

Shadow Days Available Register today at shanahan.org/admissions

8th Grade Scholarship Test October 28, 2017

8:00 AM - 12 Noon

Make Up: October 30, 2017 from 3-6 PM

Open House & Registration November 12, 2017 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Discounted Registration if Completed before December 31, 2017