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BISHOP SHANAHAN
HIGH SCHOOL
People of God; People for Others
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Mission Statement
Bishop Shanahan High School, a Catholic co-educational secondary school of the
Archdiocese of Philadelphia, provides its students with a strong spiritual formation,
challenging academic offerings, and rich extracurricular programs. A vibrant witness to
Christian values and a commitment to academic rigor and integrity prepare all students to
be critical thinkers and moral stewards in a rapidly evolving global environment.
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History & Tradition
Founded in Faith
Bishop Shanahan’s rich legacy can be traced to the Christian values and academic excellence first nurtured in St. Agnes Parish High School
in West Chester, Pennsylvania.
Saint Agnes High School was established in 1909 through the efforts of Monsignor Henry C. Schuyler. From 1909 until 1956, the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (I.H.M.) administered and staffed the high school until it became necessary to enlarge the
elementary school building at St. Agnes. A new piece of land for the high school, at Gay and Everhart Streets, was donated by the West
Chester Council of the Knights of Columbus. With the approval of His Eminence, John Cardinal O’Hara, C.S.S., ground was broken
in the Fall of 1956.
Bishop Shanahan High School opened on September 4, 1957 and John Cardinal O’Hara dedicated the school five days later on September 9th. The school is named for Bishop John W. Shanahan, the former pastor of Our Mother of Sorrows Church in Philadelphia. Bishop
Shanahan also served as the first Superintendent of Schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia until his appointment as Bishop of the
Harrisburg Diocese in 1899. The founding principal was Reverend J. Daniel Kehoe, who served from 1957 to 1962.
The continuing growth of the Catholic community in Chester County called for new and expanded facilities. His Eminence Anthony
Cardinal Bevilaqua presided at the groundbreaking ceremony on October 27, 1996. The 246,000 square foot educational facility opened
in Downingtown in September 1998. The facility includes a 1,200-seat auditorium, a spacious library, and state-of-the-art computer
and science labs. It also comprises modern athletic facilities including a 1,000-seat gymnasium with an auxiliary gym, a weight room,
a 400-meter track, baseball and softball fields and several all-purpose fields suited for football, soccer, rugby, field hockey, lacrosse and
more. In 2005 a beautiful football stadium with capacity for 2000 fans was added to the Shanahan campus to the delight of the school
community. The surrounding 80 acres of rich Chester County land provide a beautiful natural setting for a peaceful, rich, and safe learning environment.
Rooted In Tradition
Since the founding of Bishop Shanahan High School, the leadership has boldly met changes in demographics and challenges from society.
Striving to live as Jesus lived, the faculty and staff of Bishop Shanahan High School are committed to ethical and moral education which
reaches beyond the walls of the classroom. The whole school community is united by the conviction that all members of the Bishop
Shanahan community are “People of God and People for Others.” Recognizing parents as the primary educators, Bishop Shanahan enters into an educational partnership with the parents and guardians of our students to ensure the most meaningful Catholic education
possible.
Growing In Excellence
Bishop Shanahan High School provides an unequaled educational setting where the focus is on each student finding and developing his or
her truest gifts and talents. To this end, Bishop Shanahan High School provides a wide variety of educational, co-curricular and extra-curricular experiences to help all students develop their potential as persons made in the image and likeness of God. As a result, 100% of our
graduates pursue higher education at a four-year college or university. A significant number achieve National Honor Society membership
and are recognized by the National Merit Foundation. Some students also have the opportunity to participate in the Diocesan Scholar
Program at a local Catholic college. A broad spectrum of students is welcome at Bishop Shanahan. Some participate in an extensive and
successful Advanced Placement Program, others receive learning support through Intermediate Unit Assistance, and all students receive
individual student placement, rostering, and guidance support.
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Belief Statements
We believe that …
1. The heart of Catholic education is the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
2. Respect for the unique worth and dignity of each person is essential.
3. Each individual is called by God to place his/her talents at the service of others.
4. Academic offerings and student life opportunities foster the development of the
person as a whole.
5. The entire Shanahan experience prepares the students to become contributing members
of a global society.
6. Parents, teachers, staff, and students form a collaborative community striving for
excellence in all aspects of learning.
7. All members of the Shanahan community should feel safe and secure in their school
environment.
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Graduate Profile
As recipients of a distinguished Catholic education offered by Bishop Shanahan High School, graduates will be:
Sharers in the Catholic Identity
Our graduates will be socially responsive, ethical and accepting Christian people, who embrace a commitment to
serving others as a result of their formation as “People of God and People for Others.”
Responsible and contributing members of a global society
Our graduates will be moral stewards who accept their responsibility to create a social and cultural atmosphere
which promotes the common good.
Motivated young adults who are academically prepared, emotionally mature, and spiritually developed to meet
the challenge of the future
Our graduates will be lifelong learners who have the necessary foundation to be productive members of the Church
and society.
Critical thinkers, whose decision making is directed by Christian principles
Our graduates will be persons of character who are guided by Christian ethics in meeting the moral, scientific, and
technological challenges that will confront them.
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Five Year Summary of
AP Scores
Academic
Achievements
Bishop Shanahan (blue)
Compared to PA (green) and
Global (gold) Scores
National Merit Scholars
Class of 2014
19 National Merit Scholars;
8 Finalists and 11 Commended
Class of 2015
12 National Merit Scholars
3 Semi Finalists and 9 Commended
64 AP Scholars 7 National AP Scholars
86% rate of pass in AP courses
Higher than Pennsylvania and
Global Averages for 5 years running
(see graph for details)
100% college acceptance
Source: College Board, July 13, 2014
Academic Opportunities
* 21 Advanced Placement Courses * 100% College Acceptance * Dual Enrollment Partnerships with
Immaculata and Widener University * Diocesan Scholars * Honors Allied Health and Teachers’ Academy
* National Honor Societies * Language and Music Honor Societies * Learning Support * Pre-Engineering
* Speech and Debate State Champions * DECA Champions * Vocational Education * Honors Program
* Online Electives through the Jesuit Virtual Learning Academy
Class of 2015 National Merit Scholars
Class Of 2014 College & University Destinations
Appalachian State University
Arizona State University
Ave Maria University
Bloomsburg University
Cabrini College
California University of Pennsylvania
Carnegie Mellon University
Clemson University
College of Charleston
College of William & Mary
Delaware County Community College
Drexel University
Duquesne University
East Stroudsburg University
Eckerd College
Elizabethtown College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Florida Gulf Coast University
George Mason University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Gettysburg College
Gonzaga University
High Point University
Hofstra University
Immaculata University
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Ithaca College
James Madison University
Johnson & Wales University
Kutztown University
La Salle University
Lehigh University
Lincoln University
Loyola University Maryland
Michigan State University
Misericordia University
Mount St. Mary’s University
Neumann University
Northeastern University
PACE University
Pennsylvania State University
Philadelphia University
Penn State Schreyer Honors College
Quinnipiac University
Rice University
Robert Morris University
Rochester Institute of Technology
St. Bonaventure
Saint Joseph’s University
Saint Michael’s College
Shippensburg University
Stetson University
Susquehanna University
Temple University
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
The Catholic University of America
The Culinary Institute of America
The University of Oklahoma
The University of Tampa
Towson University
United States Air Force Academy
United States Military Academy
University of Alabama
University of Central Florida
University of Connecticut
University of Dayton
University of Delaware
University of Florida
University of Kentucky
University of New Haven
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh
University of Scranton
University of South Carolina
University of the Sciences
Ursinus College
USC ~ Columbia
Villanova University
West Chester University
West Virginia University
Widener University
Wilkes University
York College
DECA Champions 2013Penn State Smeal College of Business Entrepreneurship Competition
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FAITH
LIFE
• Daily Mass
• Lunch time Prayer
Services
• Weekly Exposition
of the
Blessed Sacrament
• Sacrament of Reconciliation
• Daily Prayer
• Class Retreats
• Kairos Retreats
• Well developed four-year
Theology curriculum
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COMMITMENT
TO SERVICE
• Charity Wednesday
• Food/Clothing
Collections
• Thanksgiving
Baskets
• Clothe a Child for Christmas
• Hand in Hand - Special Olympics
• National Honor Society Tutoring
• Community Service Corps
• Sports Team Service Commitment
• Valor Bowl
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Academics
A school is only as good as the education it offers, and this can be measured to a great extent by the achievements of its graduates.
Annually 100% of Bishop Shanahan High School seniors have been accepted by four-year colleges and universities. This speaks well of
the educational qualifications that Shanahan students acquire in their time at Bishop Shanahan. Bishop Shanahan is part of the
Secondary School System of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and
Secondary Schools.
A challenging college-preparatory program exists, complete with Honors and Advanced Placement courses. In addition, a learning
resource class is available for students in need of assistance in academic or organizational skills.
The following courses are required in each year:
Freshman Year
Theology I
English Language Arts I
World History I
Algebra I or Algebra II
Conceptual Physics,
Intro to Physics
or Biology
World Language/
Communication Skills
Related Arts/Introduction to
Studio Art
Technological Communications I
Sophomore Year
Junior Year
Theology III
Theology II
English Language
English Language
Arts III
Arts II
United States History American Government & Politics
Trigonometry/
Geometry
Pre-Calculus/Algebra II
Biology or Chemistry
Trigonometry and Statistics
World Language/
Chemistry/Physics/
Communication Skills
Environmental Science/
Physical Education/Health
1 or 2 Electives
Senior Year
Theology IV
English Language
Arts IV
4-5 Electives
Academic Grouping:
Students are grouped according to the Philadelphia Archdiocesan guidelines of tracking for Honors and College Preparatory levels.
Academic Placement:
Placement in each academic grouping (track) is determined through an assessment of each student’s academic profile. This profile
contains the final grades from grade 7, the semester grades from grade 8 and the most recent standardized test scores.
Student performance is continuously assessed and recommendations for placement are made at the completion of each school year.
Academic Excellence
Student success and personal development are core values of the Bishop Shanahan High School Community. Shanahan provides an
educational environment which promotes academic integrity, provides diverse learning opportunities, supports learning differences,
and encourages scholarly inquiry.
Accreditation
Electives
Bishop Shanahan is accredited by the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the
Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and the
Middle States Association of Colleges
and Secondary Schools.
Social Studies
U.S. Government and Law
Current Issues
A.P. U. S. Government & Politics
A.P. U.S. History
A.P. Comparative Government &
Politics
A. P. European History
Mathematics
Pre-Engineering/CAD
Trigonometry/Statistics
Trigonometry/Pre Calculus
Survey of Mathematics
A.P. Statistics
A.P. Calculus AB
English
Drama in Performance
Power Speak
A.P. English Language &
Composition
A.P. English Literature &
Composition
Science
Dual enrollment with Widener University
Chemistry
Physics I
Anatomy/Physiology
Environmental Science
A.P. Biology
A.P. Chemistry
A.P. Physics B
Oceanography/Astronomy
World Language
French, I, II, III, IV
Spanish I, II, III, IV, A.P.
Latin I
Italian I, II, III, IV
Mandarin Chinese I, II, III
Business & Technology
Honors Accelerated Accounting
Honors Business Economics
Honors Computer Programming
International Business/Sports and
Entertainment Marketing
Introduction to Business/
Entrepreneurship
Marketing/Finance
Technological Communications II/
Introduction to Multimedia
Honors Web Technology
A.P. Microeconomics
A.P. Macroeconomics
Music / Fine Arts
Honors Music Theory I, II
Stage Band
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Music / Fine Arts
Concert Band
Mixed Chorus - Choral Ensemble Instrumental Music I II, III,IV
2D Design
Honors Drawing
Honors 3D Design
Honors Portfolio Preparation
A.P. Studio Art: 2D Design
A.P. 3D Design
A.P. Drawing
Jesuit Virtual Learning Academy
A.P. Art History
A.P. Computer Science
A.P. Music Theory
A.P. Psychology
Arabic I, II
Partnership with
Immaculata University
Foundation in Psychology
Lifespan Development
Introduction to Fashion Merchandising
Media Ethics and Law
Partnership with
Widener University
Engineering Techniques
Computer-Aided Engineering Design
Vocational Education
Students in 11th and 12th grade may
participate in programs offered at the Chester
County Technical College High School.
Courses offered include:
Honors Allied Health Program
Teacher Academy
Animal Science Technology
Automotive Collision Technology
Automotive Service Technology
Banking and Financial Services
Barbering
Biomedical Science
Carpentry
Commercial & Graphic Arts
Computer Information Systems
Cosmetology
Criminal Justice and Police Sciences
Culinary Arts
Early Childhood Care & Education
Electrical Occupations
Electronic Systems Technology
(Mechatronics)
Engineer Technology & Recreation Vehicles
Engine Technology
Health Occupations
Health Information Management
HVAC/Refrigeration Technology
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Boys’ Lacrosse 2014: ChesMont Champions,
District 1 Playoffs, State Playoffs
Athletics
At Bishop Shanahan, participation in athletics is another excellent means
for our students to grow in the values expressed in the mission statement
of our school. We believe that athletics are a vital part of the educational
process. Through interscholastic competition students develop a sense of
teamwork, self-discipline, and school pride. Bishop Shanahan’s athletic
teams are members of the PIAA and the ChesMont League. With these
objectives in mind, we offer a complete program of competitive athletics
for both young men and women.
Baseball
Varsity
Junior Varsity
9th Grade
Basketball Boys
Varsity
Junior Varsity
9th Grade
Basketball Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
9th Grade
Cheerleading Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
9th Grade
Cross Country Boys & Girls
Field Hockey Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Football
Varsity
Junior Varsity
9th Grade
Golf Boys & Girls
Ice Hockey Club Boys & Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Lacrosse Boys
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Lacrosse Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Rugby
Division 1
Junior Varsity
Soccer Boys
Varsity
Junior Varsity
9th Grade
Soccer Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Softball Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Swimming Boys & Girls
Tennis Girls (Fall)
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Tennis Boys (Spring)
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Track & Field Boys & Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Winter Track & Field Boys & Girls
Volleyball Girls
Varsity
Junior Varsity
Girls’ basketball - 2014 State Playoffs;
2014 District 1 Playoffs
Boys’ basketball - 2014 District 1 Playoffs
District 1 Playoffs
District 1 Playoffs
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Senior Halloween Day
Jazz Band
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
All-Catholic Chorus
Clubs & Activities
Academic Bowl
Ambassadors Club
Aquila (Yearbook)
Art Club
Bowling Club
Channel Two – TV Studio
Community Service Corps
Critic’s Club
Environmental Stewardship Club
Forensics – Speech/Debate
French Club
Italian Club
Leadership Council
Mathletes
Ministry Club
Mock Trial
National Honor Society
• Société Honoraire de Français
• Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica
• Societa Onoraria Italica
Photography Club
Respect Life Club
Robotics Club
SADD
Shanaviews (Newspaper)
Spanish Club
Student Council
Tri-M Music Honor Society
Visions (Art & Literary Magazine)
World Affairs Club-Model U.N
Fine Arts
Mixed Chorus Choral Ensemble
Select Chorus
A Capella Choir
Concert Band
Jazz Band
Orchestra
Marching Band
Blues Rock Band
String Ensemble
Fall Musical
Stage Crew
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Student Life
43 Clubs & Activities
• Battle of the Bands
• Class Dances
• Father-Daughter Dance
• Grandparents’ Day
• Homecoming
• Junior Week
• Mother-Son
Communion Breakfast
• Mr. BSHS
Honor Societies
• French Honor Society
• Italian Honor Society
• National Honor Society
• Spanish Honor Society
• Tri-M (Music) Honor Society
Focus on Fine Arts
(see Clubs and Activities insert)
• Choral Ensemble
• Concert Band
• Jazz Band
• Mixed Chorus
• Orchestra
• Select Chorus
Points of pride
• All Catholic Choral,
Band and String
members
• Award-winning Studio
Art Program
• Broadway Musical
• PMEA Districts, Regional
and State Musicians and
Vocalists
• Marching Band
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Scholarships/Tuition Assistance
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TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
The Faith in the Future Foundation, Business Leadership Organized for
Catholic Schools (BLOCS) and the Foundation for Catholic Education
in Chester County provide grants to parents in financial need who meet
the requirements of the application. Each family should complete just one
application to Private School Aid Service (PSAS) for all three sources of
assistance. This application replaces the previously separate applications
for BLOCS and TAP. Further details may be found on the Bishop Shanahan
website.
Applications are available through a link to PSAS found on
www.shanahan.org-Admissions-Financial Aid. Applications to PSAS
may also be obtained from the Principal or eighth grade teachers in the
respective elementary schools or in the high school from the Tuition Office.
Required documentation must be provided, and applicants must comply
with the deadline noted on the application form.
Assistance is given to those who meet the EITC/OSTC requirements of the
state of Pennsylvania. Current income guidelines for the 2015/2016 school
year are $75,000 base salary with a $15,000 allowance for each dependent,
i.e., $90,000 with one dependent, $105,000 with 2 dependents, etc. Families may re-apply for each year of high school.
The Bridge Educational Foundation
This program is offered to schools who apply to The Bridge Educational Foundation. Tuition assistance is given to those families
who meet the EITC requirements of the state of Pennsylvania, as mentioned above. Both the school and each family must re-apply
annually. Applications can be obtained from the Enrollment Office or on-line at www.shanahan.org-Admissions-Financial Aid. There
is a Volunteer Service requirement as part of this financial aid program. Applications are to be submitted to the Enrollment Office at
Bishop Shanahan by the deadline designated by Bridge. Further details may be found on the Bishop Shanahan website.
SCHOLARSHIPS - DETERMINED BY ACADEMIC MERIT
Neumann Scholarship Program
This academic scholarship program, awarded by the Connelly Foundation, is available to eighth grade students who are nominated to
participate in the scholarship test by their elementary schools. A competitive examination is given each year to those registered, and
diocesan tuition is awarded for academic excellence to those with the highest scores. This scholarship is renewable each year to the
recipient provided the student maintains the scholarship requirement.
Shanahan Scholarship Program
This competitive scholarship program provides for ten (10) renewable $2500 scholarships and ten (10) $1500 scholarships awarded to
eighth graders enrolling at Bishop Shanahan High School and is determined by a scholarship examination. The winner must score in
the 90th percentile. The scholarship is renewable for four years provided the student maintains a 90 average.
ACT Scholarship
The Association of Catholic Teachers awards a $500 scholarship to the freshman student in each diocesan high school who ranks first
at the end of the first semester.
SCHOLARSHIPS - RECIPIENTS SELECTED BY BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL
The Joseph M. Giunta Memorial Grant
This grant is awarded yearly to three incoming freshman students who display financial need. Each student will receive $1500 for
one year only. Recipients are chosen by the selection committee of Bishop Shanahan High School from candidates submitted by
elementary school principals.
Krapf Bus Companies Financial Aid Scholarship Award
This is a $1000 financial aid scholarship to be given to a student with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, enrolled in the elementary school
for at least 3 years and who has demonstrated good citizenship as well as school or community leadership. The recipient is chosen by
the selection committee of Bishop Shanahan High School from candidates submitted by elementary school principals.
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SCHOLARSHIPS - RECIPIENTS SELECTED BY BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL
Levi Family Scholarship: Brenna ‘99, Jaclyn ‘01, Matt ‘06
This tuition assistance of $1500 is available to student(s) of SS. Philips and James Elementary School and is based on financial need.
The recipient(s) are chosen by the selection committee of Bishop Shanahan High School.
The Dr. Joanne McAdams Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship is given to one eighth grade graduate from St. Patrick Elementary School who has proven academic excellence
and service through his or her elementary school career. The elementary school submits names of candidates to Bishop Shanahan.
The recipient is chosen by the selection committee of Bishop Shanahan High School.
The Peggy McGovern Plunkett ’67 Scholarship
This is a $4000 award, $1000 per year, for a female student who participates in Fine Arts or sports. She will exhibit leadership qualities
and have a strong academic record. Financial need will also be a requisite for this scholarship. There is special interest in assisting a
student who has lost her father through death or separation. Candidates are nominated by the Principals of the elementary feeder
schools. The selection committee of Bishop Shanahan will choose the recipient.
Shanahan Rugby Alumni Scholarship
The Shanahan Rugby alumni and their parents offer a $1600 award each year, for four years, to either a male or female student based
on financial need. The preferable recipient is from a practicing Catholic family who understands the value of a Catholic education.
The elementary school submit names of candidates to Bishop Shanahan. The recipient is chosen by the selection committee of Bishop
Shanahan High School.
The Robert Stack Memorial Scholarship
This tuition assistance of $2000 is available to student(s) of Bishop Shanahan High School and is based on financial need. The
recipient(s) are chosen by the selection committee of Bishop Shanahan High School.
SCHOLARSHIPS - RECIPIENTS SELECTED BY PARISH FEEDER SCHOOLS
The Parsons Scholarship Program
This tuition assistance program provides a $1000 scholarship for one (1) eighth grader from each of our traditional feeder schools.
It is offered to students who are interested in attending Bishop Shanahan, are academically capable, and are in need of assistance.
Recipients are selected on the recommendation of the elementary school principals and eighth grade teachers.
Saint Agnes Elementary School Scholarships
The Philip J. Leo Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship provides $2000 to one or more academically talented eighth grade student(s) from Saint Agnes Elementary School.
The recipient is determined by the Principal of Saint Agnes School.
The Joey Moran Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship is awarded each year to one
eighth grader from Saint Agnes Elementary School in
remembrance of Joey Moran. The recipient is determined
by the Principal of Saint Agnes School.
The Shawn P. Dougherty Scholarship
A $1000 award is given to an eighth grade girl who will
attend any Catholic High School, and who has attended
Saint Agnes Elementary School. The recipient will be
chosen by the Principal and eighth grade teachers from
Saint Agnes School.
St. Joseph Elementary School Scholarship
The Gunard Berry Carlson Memorial Scholarships
Two $2000 scholarships are awarded yearly, to one
eighth grade boy and one eighth grade girl, from
Saint Joseph Elementary School, Downingtown. These
scholarships are based on academic achievement and
good citizenship and are renewable each year provided
good grades are maintained. The recipient is selected by
the Principal and eighth grade teachers.
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SCHOLARSHIPS - RECIPIENTS SELECTED BY PARISH FEEDER SCHOOLS
SS Philip & James Elementary School Scholarship
The Sean Popper Foundation Award
A $1000 award is given to one eighth grade graduate from SS Philip & James Elementary School who shares the qualities of Sean
Popper, i.e. being positive, having a lasting impression on others and a strong faith in God. The recipient will be chosen by the
Principal and eighth grade teachers from SS Philip & James.
Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School Scholarships
The Coxson Family Scholarship
This is a $1000 award to a Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School student of average or above average ability, who is actively
involved in the school/parish and who exhibits good moral values. This scholarship is based on need and is chosen by the Principal of
Pope John Paul II.
The Joseph M. Reis Memorial Scholarship
The amount of $750 is awarded to a graduating eighth grade student from Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School in memory
of Joseph M. Reis. The recipient is chosen by the Principal and eighth grade teachers.
The Mike Hennessy Memorial Scholarship
A $1000 award is provided yearly to an incoming freshman student from Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School in memory of
Mike Hennessy ’75. The recipient is chosen by the Principal and eighth grade teachers and should have the characteristics that reflect
Mike – hard working, humble, service-oriented and generous of heart.
Class of 2015 Neumann Scholars
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Registration
9th Grade Students
Registration takes place preferably at Open House during the month of November or during the year by calling the Enrollment Office
for details at (610) 343-6206. Early registration is encouraged in order to insure proper placement in the current class. A copy of the
9th grade registration form can be found on the website, www.shanahan.org.
Students From Parish Schools
Registration for students from parish schools involves completing registration form(s) and paying the registration fee. Online payment
is available at www.shanahan.org. A portion of the registration fee is applied toward the school fee for the coming year. The parish
school will forward report card grades and standardized test scores to Bishop Shanahan in January. Acceptance is determined by these
reports and records along with teacher recommendations. Final failures must be made up in summer school. Students must have a
passing general average to attend Bishop Shanahan.
Students From Non-Parish Schools
Registration for students from non-parish schools involves completing registration form(s), scheduling an Admissions interview and
paying the registration fee. On-line payment is available at www.shanahan.org. A portion of this amount is applied toward the school
fee for the coming year. Each student must also obtain from his or her previous school:
• A copy of both seventh and eighth grade report cards
• A copy of the latest standardized testing
• Two letters of recommendation from present teachers
• A letter from the pastor of the parish in which the family now resides (when the student is Catholic)
• Discipline record (if not stated on report card)
• IEP or 504 Plan, if applicable
All documentation should be sent to the attention of Carol Dale, Enrollment Manager. Once it is received, an appointment will be made
for an Admissions interview with Sister Regina Plunkett, IHM, President, at which time the student’s acceptance will be determined.
Transfer Students
Parents of students desiring to transfer to Bishop Shanahan should call to make an appointment with Sister Maureen McDermott, IHM,
PH.D., Principal at (610) 518-1300. The documents to be presented at the interview with Sister Maureen McDermott are:
• Current year report card
• Previous year report card
• Two letters of recommendation from present or most recent teachers
• Latest standardized test results
• Discipline record (if not stated on report card)
• A letter from the pastor of the parish in which the family now resides (when the student is Catholic)
• IEP or 504 Plan, if applicable
BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL
You are Invited
8th Grade Scholarship Test • September 27, 2014
8th Grade Visitation Day • November 13, 2014
Open House/Registration • November 16, 2014
7th Grade Visitation Day • April 16, 2015
Open House 6th, 7th & 8th Graders • April 30, 2015
Visit www.shanahan.org Admissions
for more information and registration
Bishop Shanahan High School
220 Woodbine Road
Downingtown, PA 19335
P. 610-343-6206 www.shanahan.org
People of God; People for Others