Wednesday, December 21, 2011
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
From our family to yours... we wish you Christmas Peace, Hope & Joy during this season of celebrating the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ and throughout the New Year!
The Administration, Faculty, Staff & Students of Bishop Canevin High School!
Penguin Ticket Raffle
Congratulations!!!
Frank Large won the Pen's Tickets!!
&
Fr. Ken Keene won the autographed hockey stick !!!
Crusader Raffle Tickets
Reminder!
After today, Crusader Raffle Tickets will only
be accepted by mail and if post marked by December 26, 2011.
Winners will be notified by the first week of January.
Good Luck!!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT THE BC SPIRIT SHOP
Great items are available for BC grads, current students, future students, family and friends!
Beautiful ornaments, pink t-shirts, new sweatshirt styles, pj bottoms and much more can be purchased at the Spirit Shop this TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20 with special store hours of 2pm – 6pm.
Thank you Mrs. Schumann and Mrs. Knight for giving so much time to the shop again this year!
THANKSGIVING LEONID ONLINE
Monday, December 19, 2011
Football Derby Week # 3 WINNERS!!
1st place: $250- Debbie Turner #2724 121 pts
2nd place tie $61.25 each, 117 points each: Stacey Russell #123 , Milene Wood #1922, Dan Walko #1116, Sharon Picchi # 2375
6th place: $20 -115 points Cameron Kohan #2494
Lowest: 3 way tie $23.35 each, 26 points each: D. Vaccarello #739, Joe Trapuzzano #362, Frank Gueror? #2527
Crusader Raffle Tickets
ATTENTION!!!
Crusader Raffle Tickets must be in the office by Wednesday, December 21st, at 11 am
or
By mail, post-marked by no later than December 26th
Thank you!!
Friday, December 16, 2011
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT THE BC SPIRIT SHOP
Great items are available for BC grads, current students, future students, family and friends!
Beautiful ornaments, pink t-shirts, new sweatshirt styles, pj bottoms and much more can be purchased at the Spirit Shop this TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20 with special store hours of 2pm – 6pm.
Thank you Mrs. Schumann and Mrs. Knight for giving so much time to the shop again this year!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Bishop Canevin to Welcome Chinese International Students
The following letter was sent to all parents announcing the new initiative, beginning with the second semester.Office of the Principal
December 12, 2011
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Most of us are familiar with the song “It’s a Small World” popularized by The Walt Disney Company back in 1964. In today’s society with the speed of information, ease of transportation, instantaneous communication and impact on global cultures, those words were never truer. It is indeed “a small world after all.”
I am very pleased to inform you that the “smallness of our world” will come to Bishop Canevin this January through a partnership with the Holy Family Institute in Emsworth. Beginning the second semester, we will welcome several students from China who have enrolled at our school to complete their high school studies in an environment that will provide the rigorous academic requirements and broad co-curricular experiences important for the variety of college admissions requirements. Our administration and faculty are extremely pleased that they have chosen Bishop Canevin (among many other options) for their U.S. studies. Their participation and presence in our classrooms, hallways and activities will not only provide them with the rich experiences of American culture and customs, but will equally provide our students with the opportunity to learn, respect and experience the Chinese culture in this “small world” of ours. We believe that this cross-cultural experience can have many positive results for everyone at Bishop Canevin and beyond.
The students from China will reside at the renovated dormitories of Holy Family Institute, where they will be supervised in studies, English language skills and other social experiences. They will take a full load of classes, following all academic requirements like all of our students, while their families in China will take care of the financial responsibilities of full tuition, fees, room & board, as well as their necessary living expenses. Unlike a “foreign exchange” student, these young men and women will be fully enrolled at Bishop Canevin as transfer students on an F-1 visa, participating in the variety of experiences, activities and clubs that we offer our students, until their graduation from here.
As we prepare for the approximately 15 students (mostly sophomores) who will enroll in January, our administration, staff and Board of Directors will be working with teachers, students, and parents to welcome them and plan for their successful transition to Bishop Canevin. We will be forming a committee to coordinate these efforts in the very near future. Students and parents are welcome to assist in a variety of ways. There is much to be done in a short period of time. If interested, an email or letter from you would allow us to add you to the committee.
We look forward to this new and exciting opportunity which will enhance our mission to provide an outstanding Catholic education to the young men and women of Western Pennsylvania – and throughout our small world!
May the good Lord continue to bless your families throughout this Christmas season and the New Year ahead!
Sincerely,
Kenneth M. Sinagra
Principal
CHRISTMAS IN THE COURTYARD
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Forty-Eighth Medallion Ball
Forty-Eighth Medallion Ball
Friday, November 25
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh
Bishop Canevin High School proudly acknowledges:
Margaret Gegick, Angela Palchowski, Madeleine Rebholz, and Joanna Weiss as 2011 recipients of the Saint Joan of Arc Medallion awarded by Bishop David Zubik.
The girls received the St. Joan of Arc Medallion for completing at least 150 hours of service in high school. These hours were in addition to the service required by Bishop Canevin High School.
Meg Gegick (St. Margaret of Scotland), daughter of Mr. Mrs. Gary Gegick, escorted by BC student, Casey McCaffrey (St. Bernard), son of Mr. Mrs. James McCaffrey;
Joanna Weiss (St. Louise de Marillac), daughter of Ms. Rene Weiss and Mr. John Weiss, escorted by Benjamin Torisky, son of Mr. Mrs. Jesse Torisky;
Angela Palchowski (St. Philip), daughter of Mr. Mrs. Stephen Palchowski, escorted by BC student, Steve Lucot (St. Philip), son of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Lucot;
Madeleine Rebholz (St. Bernard /St. Benedict the Abbot Parish) daughter of Mr. Mrs. David Rebholz, escorted by Alex Battin, son of Dr. and Mrs. John Battin
Also, Bishop Canevin 2011 graduate, Sal Monteverde, son of Mr. Mrs. Steven Monteverde, escorted Mia Case. Sal currently attends the University of Pittsburgh, School of Engineering.
The Mission of St. Lucy's Auxiliary to the Blind is to encourage and inspire a lifetime commitment of volunteer service in young women. The Auxiliary honors qualified candidates with the Joan of Arc Medallion while raising funds for the visually impaired.
WATCH CHRISTMAS IN THE COURTYARD LIVE ONLINE
Watch Christmas in the Courtyard live online! Broadcast begins Wednesday, December 14 at approximately 7:00 p.m.. Click the above link to watch live.
St. Philip Youth Ministry
St. Philip Catholic Youth Ministry
Our Annual
Christmas Party
St. Philip Church
50 W. Crafton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
High School Party is
Wednesday, December 14
2:30-5 P.M. in the Hope House
Bring a snack to share.
Pop will be provided.
Bring Wii games & friends. We can play iPods so make a Christmas dance mix!
Food, music, and fun!!
Parents are needed to Chaperon.
Contact Heidi with any Questions at 412-922-6300 ext 6 or stpcyyam@gmail.com.
BC Baseball Gives





On Saturday, December 10, the Bishop Canevin Baseball Team made their second visit to the Ronald McDonald House, bringing much needed supplies, toys for the children and lunch for the families. This year, there were 60 families in residence at the House and the players and chaperones had the opportunity to visit with many family members and patients. Toys were distributed to all the patients and their siblings who came down to lunch. Some of the players even became waiters for the day, carrying trays of food to families' rooms who were unable to come to the lunch room. Many parents commented on how much this visit means to them and how grateful they are that there are people out there who care. One little boy stole the hearts of all - Shawn is a loving, sweet 4 year old who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. He insisted on hugging everyone before he left! Please keep him and all the young patients and their families in your prayers this Christmas Season and always.
Monday, December 12, 2011
BC Band Families
Just as a reminder, there will be a meeting on Tuesday, December 13th, at 7:00pm in the band room to discuss the upcoming Mattress sale. This is a very easy fund raiser, but it can not happen without the support of the Marching Crusader family.
Our role is to support the company selling the top name brand mattresses. We are responsible for distributing sale signs and just promoting the sale. We will all learn more at the meeting on Tuesday.
We will need a parent or two to chair this event.
Please email Pam Palchowski ariverboater@aol.com if you have any questions."
Friday, December 09, 2011
Penguin Ticket Raffle
The PENS are on Fire!!
Don't forget to buy your chance at
winning a 2 seat 20 game package!!!
Tickets are $20.00
Drawing will be Dec. 21st at 10 am!!
Contact Dan Bowman @ 412-922-7400 ext. 37
This could make for an AWESOME Christmas gift!!!
Penguin Ticket Raffle
Sid’s Back … and you can watch him lead the Penguins on another drive to the Stanley Cup!
Just a reminder that Bishop Canevin is offering some lucky Pittsburgh Penguins fan the chance to win two tickets to all of the final 20 regular season games during 2011-12!
$20.00 a ticket
The winning ticket will be drawn at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 21.
If you’ve already sold your tickets and need more, Call 412-922-7400, ext. 37 or visit Bishop Canevin during normal school hours.
BC Swimmers!!


Good luck to the Crusader Swim Team as they face Pittsburgh Obama Academy in the first meet of the season, beginning at 6 p.m., Dec. 12. The team will be in action again at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at Hopewell Senior High. Anyone wishing to join the Bishop Canevin Swim Team can still do so by contacting Coach Mike Schneiderlochner at 412-215-2766.
Thursday, December 08, 2011
Week 2 BC Football Derby Winners:
1st Place Tie: # 772 111 pts (NYG, GB, CAR) EMILY SQUILLER $187.50
# 2250 111 PTS (PGH, CAR, SD) ROB HESS $187.50
3RD PLACE TIE: 110 PTS # 2323 PATTY GRANDE (CAR, MI, GB) $45
# 2492 DENNIS ORESNEY (SD, MI, GB) $45
5TH PLACE TIE: 108 PTS #2987 MICHAEL AMBROSS (GB, PGH, NYG) $16.70
#1383 ED AMBROSE (GB, DEN, NYG) $16.70
#741 LINDA BARONE (GB, MN, SD) $16.70
LOWEST SCORE: TIE 20 PTS #893 MARY LOU DRESSMAN-CONROY (STL,ATL,CLE) $35
#2485 MARIAN DOYLE (ATL, KC, STL) $35
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
New Bishop Canevin Nativity in Library
During the Christmas season, you are welcome to visit the Bishop Canevin Fr. Leo G. Henry Library & Media Research Center to see our beautiful creche. The 28 figures in the Nativity set were originally cast, painted and owned by Mr. Bruno Scuglia, former English teacher and librarian at Bishop Canevin High School. After donating the pieces to the school, he asked that they be repainted by art students. In 2009, members of the studio arts classes undertook the assignment. Mrs. Karen Kennedy, Bishop Canevin art teacher, oversaw the student work and did necessary repairs and final touch-up painting. We are so fortunate to have this lovely display in our library.
Congratulations Lady Crusaders!
CONGRATULATIONS
NATALIE MEDVED & KATIE OLIVERIO
ON MAKING THE ALL-STATE VOLLEYBALL TEAM!!
Monday, December 05, 2011
CHECK EDUCATIONAL OUTFITTERS FOR BC UNIFORM SALE ITEMS
Friday, December 02, 2011
Bishop Canevin Baseball Team
The Bishop Canevin Baseball team will be visiting the Ronald McDonald House on Saturday, December 10, taking much needed supplies, food and presents to the children and families who are currently in residence. Anyone wishing to contribute to this wonderful organization can contact Coach Checketts. Much needed supplies include paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, tissues, paper plates, plastic silverware), cleaning items (disinfecting wipes, cleaners, sponges), and non-perishable food items. The team was recognized this year for this philanthropic work by Sports Faith International and the Association of Fundraising Professionals as Team of the Year. Help our young men continue this tradition of bringing comfort to families in need this Christmas season.