CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION

IN CHESTER COUNTY

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Mission StatementBishop 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 & TraditionFounded in FaithBishop Shanahan’s rich legacy can be traced to the Christian valuesand academic excellence first nurtured in St. Agnes Parish HighSchool 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 necessaryto enlarge the elementary school building at St. Agnes. A newpiece of land for the high school, at Gay and Everhart Streets, wasdonated by the West Chester Council of the Knights of Columbus.With the approval of His Eminence, John Cardinal O’Hara,C.S.C., 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 Philadelphiauntil his appointment as Bishop of the Harrisburg Diocese in1899. The founding principal was Reverend J. Daniel Kehoe, whoserved from 1957 to 1962.

The continuing growth of the Catholic community in ChesterCounty 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 comprisesmodern athletic facilities including a 1,000-seat gymnasium with anauxiliary 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 beautifulfootball stadium with capacity for 2000 fans was added to theShanahan campus to the delight of the school community.

In 2015 a $2 million multi-purpose synthetic turf field, stadium lighting and a resurfaced track was added. The surrounding 80acres of rich Chester County land provide a beautiful natural setting for a peaceful, rich, and safe learning environment.

Rooted In TraditionSince the founding of Bishop Shanahan High School, the leadership has boldly met changes in demographics and challengesfrom society. Striving to live as Jesus lived, the faculty and staff ofBishop 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 allmembers of the Bishop Shanahan community are “People of God and People for Others.” Recognizing parents as the primaryeducators, 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 ExcellenceBishop Shanahan High School provides an unequaled educationalsetting where the focus is on each student finding and developinghis or her truest gifts and talents. To this end, Bishop ShanahanHigh School provides a wide variety of educational, co-curricularand extra-curricular experiences to help all students develop theirpotential as persons made in the image and likeness of God. As aresult, 100% of our graduates pursue higher education at a collegeor university. A significant number achieve National Honor Societymembership and are recognized by the National Merit Foundation.Some students also have the opportunity to participate in theDiocesan Scholar Program at a local Catholic college. A broadspectrum of students is welcome at Bishop Shanahan. Some participate in an extensive and successful Advanced Placement Program, others receive learning support through IntermediateUnit assistance, and all students receive individual student placement, rostering, and guidance support.

Belief StatementsWe 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.

Graduate Pro fileAs recipients of a distinguished Catholic education off ered by Bishop Shanahan High School, graduates will be:

Sharers in the Catholic IdentityOur 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 societyOur 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 futureOur 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 principlesOur graduates will be persons of character who are guided by Christian ethics in meeting the moral, scienti fic, and technological challenges that will confront them.

4 Five Year Summaryof AP Scores

Bishop Shanahan (blue)Compared to PA (green) andGlobal (gold) Scores.

Academic AchievementsNational Merit Scholars

Class of 201512 National Merit Scholars

3 Semi-Finalists and 9 Commended

Class of 201613 National Merit Scholars

3 Semi-Finalists and 9 Commended

Class of 20176 National Merit Scholars Commended

1 Finalist and 5 Commended

Class of 20181 National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist9 National Merit Scholars Commended

100% College Acceptance5 National AP Scholars

81% rate of pass in AP CoursesHigher than Pennsylvania and

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Academic Opportunities* 21 Advanced Placement Courses * 100% College Acceptance * Dual Enrollment Partnerships with

Immaculata, Widener and Neumann Universities * 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 * STEM

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Academic Grouping:Students are grouped according to the Philadelphia Archdiocesan guidelines for Honors and College Preparatory levels.

Academic Placement:Placement in each academic grouping is determinedthrough 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 re-cent standardized test scores.

Student performance is continuously assessed and recommendations for placement are made at the completion of each school year.

Academic ExcellenceStudent success and personal development are core values of the Bishop Shanahan High School Commu-nity. Shanahan provides an educational environment which promotes academic integrity, provides diverse learning opportunities, supports learning diff erences, and encourages scholarly inquiry.

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Freshman YearTheology IEnglish Language Arts IThemes in World HistoryAlgebra I or Algebra IIConceptual Physics

or BiologyWorld Language/

Communication SkillsRelated Arts/Introduction to

Studio ArtInformational Technology I

Sophomore YearTheology IIEnglish Language Arts IIAmerican Government

& PoliticsGeometryBiology or ChemistryWorld Language/

Communication SkillsPhysical Education/Health

Junior YearTheology IIIEnglish Language Arts IIIUnited States HistoryTrigonometry/

Pre-Calculus/Algebra IITrigonometry and Statistics

Chemistry/Physics/Environmental Science/

1 or 2 Electives

Senior YearTheology IVEnglish Language Arts IV4-5 Electives

AcademicsA school is only as good as the education it o ffers, 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 atBishop 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, Advanced Placement courses and collegepartnerships. 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:

Faith LifeDaily Mass

Lunch timePrayer Services

Weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

Sacrament ofReconciliation

Commitment to ServiceCharity Wednesday

Food/Clothing Collections

Thanksgiving Baskets

Clothe a Child for Christmas

Hand in Hand - Special Olympics

Daily Prayer

Class Retreats

Kairos Retreats

Well developedfour-year Theologycurriculum

National Honor Society Tutoring

Community Service Corps

Sports Team ServiceCommitment

Valor Bowl

Global Awareness Activities

AccreditationBishop Shanahan is accredited by theCommonwealth of Pennsylvania, theArchdiocese of Philadelphia, and theMiddle States Association of Collegesand Secondary Schools.

ElectivesSocial StudiesA.P. U. S. Government & PoliticsA.P. U.S. HistoryA.P. Comparative Government

& PoliticsA. P. European HistoryGlobal Studies

MathematicsPrinciples of STEMTrigonometry/StatisticsTrigonometry/Pre CalculusStatisticsA.P. StatisticsA.P. Calculus AB

EnglishDrama in PerformancePower SpeakA.P. English Language

& CompositionA.P. English Literature &

Composition

ScienceChemistryPhysics IAnatomy/PhysiologyEnvironmental ScienceA.P. BiologyA.P. ChemistryA.P. Physics Oceanography/Astronomy

World LanguageFrench, I, II, III, IVSpanish I, II, III, IV, A.P.Latin IItalian I, II, III, IVMandarin Chinese I, II, III

Business & TechnologyHonors Accelerated AccountingHonors Business EconomicsHonors Computer ProgrammingInternational Business/Sports and

Entertainment MarketingIntroduction to Business/

EntrepreneurshipMarketing/FinanceInformational Technology IIHonors Web TechnologiesWeb TechnologiesHonors Website ProgrammingA.P. MicroeconomicsA.P. Macroeconomics

Music / Fine ArtsHonors Music Theory I, IIStage BandString EnsembleConcert Band

Music / Fine ArtsMixed Chorus - Choral Ensemble Instrumental Music I II, III,IV2D DesignHonors DrawingHonors 3D DesignHonors Portfolio PreparationA.P. Studio Art: 2D DesignA.P. 3D DesignA.P. Drawing

Jesuit Virtual Learning AcademyA.P. Art HistoryA.P. Computer ScienceA.P. Music TheoryA.P. PsychologyArabic I, II

Partnership withImmaculata UniversityIntroduction to SociologyDecoding the MediaIntroduction to Product DevelopmentCurrent Issues in Sports Fitness

Partnership withNeumann UniversityExploring EthicsPrinciples of Management

Partnership withWidener UniversityEngineering TechniquesComputer-Aided Engineering Design

Vocational EducationStudents in 11th and 12th grade mayparticipate in programs o ffered at the ChesterCounty Technical College High School.Courses off ered include:Honors Allied Health ProgramTeacher AcademyAnimal Science TechnologyAutomotive Collision TechnologyAutomotive Service TechnologyBanking and Financial ServicesBarberingBiomedical ScienceCarpentryCommercial & Graphic ArtsComputer Information SystemsCosmetologyCriminal Justice and Police SciencesCulinary ArtsEarly Childhood Care & EducationElectrical OccupationsElectronic Systems Technology

(Mechatronics)Engineer Technology & Recreation VehiclesHealth OccupationsHealth Information ManagementHVAC/Refrigeration Technology

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AthleticsAt Bishop Shanahan, participation in athletics is another excellent meansfor students to grow in the values expressed in the mission statement ofBishop Shanahan High School. We believe that athletics are a vital part ofthe educational process. Through interscholastic competition students develop a sense of teamwork, self-discipline, and school pride. Bishop Shanahan’sathletic teams are members of the PIAA and the ChesMont League. We offera complete program of competitive athletics for both young men and women.

Baseball9th gradeJunior VarsityVarsity

Basketball Boys9th gradeJunior VarsityVarsity

Basketball GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Cheerleading GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Cross Country Boys & Girls

Field Hockey GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Football9th gradeJunior VarsityVarsity

Golf Boys & Girls

Ice Hockey Club Boys & GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Lacrosse BoysJunior VarsityVarsity

Lacrosse GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Rugby (Club)Division 1Junior Varsity

Soccer Boys9th gradeJunior VarsityVarsity

Soccer GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Softball GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Swimming Boys & Girls

Tennis Girls (Fall)Junior VarsityVarsity

Tennis Boys (Spring)Junior VarsityVarsity

Track & Field Boys & GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

Winter Track & Field (Club) Boys & Girls

Volleyball GirlsJunior VarsityVarsity

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Clubs & ActivitiesAcademic BowlAmbassadors ClubAquila (Yearbook)Art ClubArt CrewBook ClubBowling ClubCatholic AthletesChannel Two – TV StudioChess ClubCommunity Service CorpsDECA (Business Club)Environmental Stewardship ClubForensics – Speech/DebateFrench ClubItalian Club

Leadership CouncilMathletesMinistry ClubMock TrialNational Honor Society• Société Honoraire de Français• Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica• Societa Onoraria Italica• Tri-M Music Honor Society

Photography ClubRespect Life ClubRobotics ClubShanaviews (Newspaper)Spanish ClubStudent Council

Visions (Art & Literary Magazine)World A airs Club-Model U.NFine ArtsMixed ChorusChoral EnsembleSelect ChorusA Capella ChoirConcert BandJazz BandOrchestraMarching BandBlues Rock BandString EnsembleFall MusicalStage Crew

Student Life42 Clubs & Activities• Battle of the Bands• Class Dances• Father-Daughter Dance• Grandparents’ Day• Homecoming Week• Junior Week• Mother-Son

Communion Breakfast• Mr. BSHS• Catholic Schools Week

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 Stringmembers

• Award-winning StudioArt Program

• Broadway Musical• PMEA Districts, Regional

and State Musicians andVocalists

• Marching Band

11Scholarships/Tuition Assistance(To be considered for need-based scholarships, families must complete the FACTS application described below).

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

The Faith in the Future Foundation, Business Leadership Organized forCatholic Schools (BLOCS) and the Foundation for Catholic Education in ChesterCounty provide grants to parents in financial need who meet the requirements of the application. Each family should complete just one application to FACTS for all three sources of assistance. Further details may be found on the Bishop Shanahan website.

Applications are available through a link to FACTS at www.shanahan.org-admissions-financial aid or in the high school tuition or admissions office. Required documentation and a $30 application fee must be provided, and applicants must comply with the deadline noted.

Assistance is given to those who meet the EITC/OSTC requirements of the state ofPennsylvania. Current income guidelines for the 2017-2018 school year are $91,620base salary with a $15,270 allowance for each dependent, i.e., $91,620 with one dependent, $106,890 with 2 dependents, etc. Families may re-apply for each year ofhigh school.

SCHOLARSHIPS - DETERMINED BY ACADEMIC MERIT

Neumann Scholarship ProgramThis 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 eachyear to those registered, and diocesan tuition is awarded for academic excellence tothose with the highest scores. This scholarship is renewable each year to the recipientprovided the student maintains the scholarship requirement.

Shanahan Scholarship ProgramThis competitive scholarship program provides for ten (10) renewable $3500 scholarships awarded to eighth graders enrolling at Bishop Shanahan High Schooland 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.

Scholarships/Tuition AssistanceSCHOLARSHIPS - RECIPIENTS SELECTED BY BISHOP SHANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL

Krapf Bus Companies Financial Aid Scholarship AwardThis is a $1000 financial aid scholarship to be given to a student with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, enrolled in the elementaryschool 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.

The Susan Greene P ’02, ’03, ’05, ’09 Memorial ScholarshipThis tuition assistance of $5000 is distributed among students based on need. The recipient(s) are chosen by the selection committee of Bishop Shanahan High School. Preference is given to students who have experienced the illness or loss of a parent.

Shanahan Rugby Alumni Scholarship The Shanahan Rugby alumni and 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 schools submit names of candidates to Bishop Shanahan. The recipient is chosen by the selectioncommittee of Bishop Shanahan High School.

Scholarships/Tuition AssistanceSCHOLARSHIPS - RECIPIENTS SELECTED BY PARISH PARTER SCHOOLS

The Coxson Family ScholarshipThis is a $1000 award to a Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School student of average or above average ability, who isactively involved in the school/parish, and who exhibits good moral values. This scholarship is based on need and is chosenby the Principal of Pope John Paul II.

The Dr. Joanne McAdams Scholarship A $1000 scholarship is given to one eighth grade graduate from St. Patrick Elementary School who has demonstratedacademic 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 Gunard Berry Carlson Memorial ScholarshipsTwo $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.

The Mike Hennessy Memorial ScholarshipA $1500 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 thecharacteristics that reflect Mike – hard working, humble, service-oriented and generous of heart.

The Joey Moran ScholarshipA $1000 scholarship is awarded each year to one eighth grader from Saint Agnes Elementary School in remembrance ofJoey Moran. The recipient is determined by the Principal of Saint Agnes School.

The Parsons Scholarship ProgramThis tuition assistance program provides a $1000 scholarship for one (1) eighth grader from each of ourtraditional parter schools. It is offered to students whoare interested in attending Bishop Shanahan, are academically capable, and are in need of assistance. Recipients are selected on the recommendation of theelementary school principals and eighth grade teachers.

The Philip J. Leo Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship provides $2000 to one or more academically talented eighth grade student(s) from SaintAgnes Elementary School. The recipient is determinedby the Principal of Saint Agnes School.

Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary SchoolScholarships

Saint Agnes Elementary School Scholarships

St. Joseph Elementary School Scholarship

St. Patrick Elementary School Scholarship

The Shawn P. Dougherty ScholarshipA $1000 award is given to an eighth grade girl who will attend any Catholic High School, and who has attended Saint AgnesElementary School. The recipient will be chosen by the Principal and eighth grade teachers from Saint Agnes School.

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Application/RegistrationStudents From Parish SchoolsThe Online Application is posted at www.shanahan.org under Admissions or is available at the school by calling 610-343-6206. Mostparish schools will provide 7th grade report cards and standardized test results to Bishop Shanahan. Some schools may require a TranscriptRelease signed by the parent to be presented to the elementary schoolbefore they can release records to the high school.This Transcript Release, which is part of the Application, can be found at www.shanahan.org under Admissions Procedures.

Acceptance will be based on 7th grade report cards, but will be subjectto final 8th grade report cards, with all FINAL passing grades and positive discipline record.

To complete the process both the student and parent will be notified of acceptance in writing and will receive a Registration form. The signed Registration form (also available at www.shanahan.org - Admissions) must be returned to Bishop Shanahan. The registration fee will be charged to the SmartTuition account set up for each family. Discounted registration fee applies for early registration – see Online Application at www.shanahan.org under Admissions Procedures.

Students from Non-Parish SchoolsThe Online Application is posted at www.shanahan.org under Admissions or is available at the school by calling 610-343-6206. A Transcript Release page, which is part of the Application, requires parental signature. The Release shall be presented to the private or middle school so that records can be released to Bishop Shanahan directly.

In addition to transcripts (final 7th grade and at least the first semester/trimester 8th grades), the following must be provided:

• Two letters of recommendation from present or most recent teachers• Letter from the pastor of the parish in which the family now resides (when student is Catholic)• IEP, 504 or other educational or psychological evaluation, if applicable• Discipline record (if not on transcript). An email from the student's guidance counselor or other appropriate person stating the

discipline record can be sent to Carol Dale, Enrollment Manager by mail or email at cdale@shanahan.org.

All documentation should be sent to the attention of Carol Dale, Enrollment Manager. Once it is received, an appointment will bemade for an admissions interview with Sister Regina Plunkett, IHM, President, at which time the student's acceptance will be determined.

Acceptance will be subject to FINAL 8th grade report cards indicating all passing grades and a positive discipline record.

To complete the process both the student and parent will be notified of acceptance in writing and will receive a Registration form. The signed Registration form (also available at www.shanahan.org-Admissions) must be returned to Bishop Shanahan. The registrationfee will be charged to the SmartTuition account set up for each family. DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION FEE applies for early registration – see Application at www.shanahan.org under Admissions Procedures.

Transfer StudentsRegistration of transfer students involves completing an Online Application form and providing transcripts which should be sent to theAdmissions office. The Online Application is available at www.shanahan.org under Admissions, at the school or by calling 610-343-6206.

A Transcript Release form is included within the Application. This form requires parental signature and should be submitted to the student’s current high school. Upon receipt of this Transcript Release, the school will forward records and standardized test scores toBishop Shanahan’s Admissions office. Acceptance will be conditioned upon a passing final general average and a positive disciplinerecord. Failures must be made up in Summer School.

In addition to transcripts, the following must be provided:• Two letters of recommendation from present or most recent teachers• Letter from the pastor of the parish in which the family now resides (when student is Catholic)• IEP, 504 or other educational or psychological evaluation, if applicable• Discipline record (if not on transcript). An email from the student's guidance counselor or other appropriate person stating the

discipline record can be sent to Carol Dale, Enrollment Manager by mail or email at cdale@shanahan.org.

All documentation should be sent to the attention of Carol Dale, Enrollment Manager. Once it is received, an appointment will be made foran admissions interview with Mr. Michael McArdle, Principal, at which time the student's acceptance will be determined.

To complete the process, both the student and parent will be notified of acceptance in writing and will receive a Registration form (also avail-able at www.shanahan.org - Admissions). The signed Registration form must be returned to Bishop Shanahan. The registration fee will becharged to the SmartTuition account set up for each family.

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CATCH THE SHANAHAN SPIRIT!!CATCH THE SHANAHAN SPIRIT!!

You are Invited8th Grade Scholarship Test - October 28, 2017

Open House and Registration • November 12, 20177th Grade Visitation Day • March 14, 2018

6th, 7th and 8th Grade Open House • March 21, 20187th Grade Practice Test • April 7, 2018

Visit www.shanahan.org Admissionsfor more information and registration

Bishop Shanahan High School220 Woodbine Road

Downingtown, PA 19335P. 610-343-6206 www.shanahan.org