November 10, 2023 Volume 1 - Issue 11 |
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John P. Petruzzelli
Principal
610-374-8361 ext. 253
Email: John P. Petruzzelli
Twitter: jpetrosaints
Instagram: john.petruzzelli.9
The Week Ahead
Monday, November 13
Tuesday, November 14
Wednesday, November 15
Thursday, November 16
Friday, November 17
- World Kindness Day
- Dress Down Day ($2..00)
- Turkey Scavenger Hunt
- 1st Day of Winter Sports
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Dear Saints Families and Friends,
“At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.”
-Albert Schweitzer
Greetings from Berks Catholic! When I think of the many people in my educational career who have mentored me, helped me, inspired me, challenged me and listened to me, I can’t help but be grateful for them and for what they have taught me. So many times, they have provided a spark to me that I needed when my “flame was ready to go out.” I wonder where I would be without the likes of Shirley Bounds, Sr. Mildred Chesnavage, Anne Bruni, Dr. Michael Coury and Mike Grasso who have inspired me immensely in my career.
We are blessed at Berks Catholic to have different people that do the same exact thing for our students. Throughout my first few months, I have heard story after story from our students about how a staff person have helped or inspired them. Whether they be teachers, coaches, other parents or peers, they serve a role in the lives of our students. Let us take a moment this month and thank our loving God for those people who are present to us and rekindle a spark in our students’ lives. They are a blessing indeed. Have a great weekend!
It’s a great day to be a Saint!
John P. Petruzzelli
Principal
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Let Us Pray...
-For all Veterans who we honor this weekend. May God bless them for their dedicated service to their country and their fellow citizens.
-That acts of kindness become the norm in our community and society at large.
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SAINT OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to junior
Heidy Mancebo Padron
who was named this week's
Saint of the Week!
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DECA/Interact Club
Thank you to members of the DECA/Interact Club who helped serve 880 meals to veterans last weekend at a Veterans Appreciation Dinner help at Wilson High School. The students were commended for doing an outstanding job. The students included: Victoria Agostini ‘27, Zeruiah Allen ‘25, Josie Babiec ‘27, Ilaria Cirandine ’27, Gwenivere Cress, ‘26, Ben Cunningham ‘24, Jakob Dempster ‘27, Damoni Ennett-Daglis ’27, Gabriella Frey ‘27, Kathryn Konopelski ‘27, Abigail McNeil ‘24, Adrianna Murren ‘27, Morgan Nguyen ‘24, Tony Nguyen ‘25, Marianna Ott ‘24, Claire Pakradooni ‘24, Elena Pendleton ‘27, Nicola Polinsky ‘24, Regan Prechtl ‘24, Melanie Ramos, Carly Stuckert ‘24, Rozyln Suarez ‘27 and Nicholas Vo ‘27.
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Thank you to Bishop Schlert who after Mass last week, announced he was treating the Seniors to lunch that day and that the underclassmen would get a treat (chocolate chip cookie) the following day.
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Welcome
Welcome to Mrs. Victoria Grebloski who joined the BC staff this week in the Math Department as a full-time Math teacher. Thank you to Ms. Jennifer Fernez who has served as a Math long-term sub for parts of the last two school years. We are grateful for her service and welcome Mrs. Grebloski to the BC community.
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Report Cards
Report cards were distributed to students this past Monday. If you did not receive it, please ask your child for it.
PSAT Scores
PSAT scores are scheduled to be available on November 16th. Students who have taken the PSAT can view their scores by visiting the College Board website at the following link: http://studentscores.collegeboard.org/
Thanksgiving Break
A reminder that Thanksgiving break begins at the end of the day on Tuesday, November 21st. We return to school on Tuesday, November 28th.
Career and Technology Center information
Reading Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center’s 2024-2025 application is now available on their website. This location is for students who reside in either the Reading School District or Muhlenberg School District. The application can be found at http://rmctc.org/. Students can apply for admission to attend as a Junior or Senior.
Students who reside outside of the Reading and Muhlenberg School Districts who are interested in attending vo-tech can apply to Berks Career and Technology Center. Applications for BCTC are available beginning November 116th. BCTC will hold an open house on November 16th. Applications can be found at http://berkscareer.com/. Students can apply for admission to attend as a Junior or Senior.
Attendance Reminder
I am resharing something Mr. Ditsky sent out this Sunday in his College and Career Counseling newsletter. I found it impactful and thought it would be good to resend:
EXCESSIVE ABSENCE and TARDINESS
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If they can’t get to school on time when mom or dad are at home looking over their shoulder, why would I think they will show up for me? College football coach to BC College Counseling Staff
- Habitual, unexcused absences and late arrivals to school can affect your academic performance and may be considered when applying to college, by college coaches, military enlistment, and for jobs. If you aren’t showing up on time or at all to BC it sends a signal to recruiters and potential employers that you might not show up for them.
College Visits Next Week
The following colleges will be visiting BC next week: PA College of Technology and DeSales University on Tuesday.
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World Kindness Day
Berks Catholic will once again be observing World Kindness Day. The actual day is November 13th. We will observe it, however, on Friday, November 17th with a dress down day. In order to dress down, we ask that students donate from the list of needed items below. Items will be used for Blessing Bags for people in need in our community and to help restock the food pantries at our partner parishes. Thank you to the Sophomore Saint Ambassadors who will be assisting with this project. Students are encouraged to wear red, white and blue for the dress down day.
World Kindness Day Items
Save the Date!
Santa with the Saints - Saturday, December 16, 2023. Please click on the link for a flyer with information for this fun-filled event! Ho! Ho! Ho!
Santa with the Saints
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All Saints Day Saints Scavenger Hunt
As you are aware, “Fun” is the fourth Pillar of Berks Catholic. I am a big believer that students need to have fun in school. Last week, on our Feast Day, we held a “Saints Scavenger Hunt.” After Mass, I informed the student body that I had hidden 50 pictures of saints throughout the school for them to find. Three winning Saints would be called at the end of the day and if a student had that saint, he/she would win a Wawa gift card. I mentioned after Mass to the students that I wondered about the probability of winning had a student collected multiple saint pictures. In true BC spirit, math teacher Mr. Greg Scanlon got to work. Look at some of his findings on probability.
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PTO Faculty Breakfast
The next PTO Faculty breakfast will take place on Wednesday November 29th at 7:00 am. Junior parents and guardians are invited to sign up to assist with the breakfast items. Items need to be delivered to school by Tuesday, November 28th by 3:00 p.m. or Wednesday, November 29th by 6:00 am if not heated or by 7:00 am if heated at home. For questions, contact Nicole Smith at PTO@berkscatholic.org. To sign up, click the link: https://conta.cc/3SuGWfh
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Students wanting to sign up for the Ski Club may do so by clicking here:
Ski Club Sign-Ups
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Calling All Bakers
The PTO is in need of some volunteer bakers to contribute to the famous “PTO Extravaganza Christmas Cookie Basket.” Each baker is asked to donate two dozen of their favorite homemade cookies. To sign up, please click the link: https://forms.gle/TsBVM3vzixunxDLL6.
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Order a Yearbook Now!
If you are interested in buying a yearbook, go to the link below to find out more information.
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Senior Yearbook Ads
Class of 2024 Parents/Guardians all senior ads are due by December 20th
Click on the link below for more
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The Bible by the Numbers
- When doubt comes upon you, check out John 7:17
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Social Media
Did you see our posts this week about our new Pickleball Club? Keep up with all the happenings at the school on our social media channels. Check out what our students are doing day-to-day in class; important news articles; sports and activities; and more! Be sure to follow the school on social media for all the latest updates, pictures and school information. Facebook: Berks Catholic; Twitter: @BerksCatholic; and Instagram: berkscatholic.
It's a great day to be a Saint!
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Our Mission
Berks Catholic High School is centered on the four pillars of God, Family, Academics and Fun. As a vibrant Christ-centered community, the Administration, Faculty and Staff are dedicated to providing a challenging academic environment for a diverse population of young men and women. Through Christian principles rooted in the Catholic tradition, we strive to positively impact our students spiritually, intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally, so they can live productive lives of service in this world and attain eternal life.
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