Dear Seton Family:

 

I want to take this opportunity to inform you that I have made the decision to retire at the end of the 2013-2014 school year. It has been over thirty years since I accepted a position at Elizabeth Seton High School and it has been a gift and privilege to have served this school community.

 

The mission of Elizabeth Seton to develop well-educated, socially conscious and value-centered young women is one that makes us all proud. I have enjoyed my time at Seton immensely as teacher, guidance counselor and principal and I will miss the daily company of so many talented, dedicated and generous administrators, faculty and staff. I will especially miss the interaction with the joyful and spirited students who contribute so much to the vitality and excellence of this school. I am grateful to our parents and family members who consistently offer time and support to our school.

 

I have no doubt that Seton will remain a model for inspired educational and personal growth. Elizabeth Seton High School will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

 

Sincerely,

Sharon Pasterick

Principal 

In celebration of Student Appreciation Day tomorrow, Thursday, January 29, all students will be served a free pizza lunch!  Please note that there will be no regular lunch service tomorrow.

A reminder that Monday February 3rd is a Retreat and Professional Day for Staff. There is no school for students.

This year marks the 40th Anniversary of National Catholic Schools Week. Please join us in celebrating the mission and vision of Elizabeth Seton High School as we celebrate the theme of Catholic Schools Week:
Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service.
The attached flier will remind parents, students, and staff of the activities here at Seton. (Please click here to view flyer.)

SNOWBALL (A Winter White Affair) SEMI-FORMAL DANCE

Parents, this year's snowball dance will be on Friday, January 31st from 8-11pm. Students are required to arrive no later than 9 and cannot leave any earlier than 10:30. Please have a discussion with your daughter about appropriate dress choices as we have been having this conversation at school as well. They have all received an email outlining what is appropriate to wear in conjunction with what is expected of them here at Elizabeth Seton High School. Encourage your daughters to attend and have a good time!

The Athletic Department will hold a Reverse Raffle Fundraiser on Sunday March 16th 1:00-4:00pm. The event will be held at T. J. Elliott's, Bowie.
How does it work?  Each athlete sells one (1) ticket. (You can sell more than one). Tickets cost $60 per ticket. Each ticket includes two (2) people for dinner, non-alcoholic drinks and one number. Every 10th number chosen wins a prize. Last number on the board wins $1,500.00 cash. You Need not be present to win. Checks payable to: Seton Athletics/cash preferred. Return money and the bottom portion of the completed ticket to the Main Office by Tuesday, March 11th. Please click here to view flyer.

 The Athletic Department will be selling snacks, pizza and drinks after school in the cafeteria on the following dates:
 1/27; 2/5;  2/10;  2/19, 3/3;  3/14;  4/7;  4/23; 5/5 and  5/16

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support the Elizabeth Seton High School Cheerleaders. Just come into the Hyattsville Chipotle in the Arts District on Friday, February 7th, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, and bring the attached flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier and they'll get 50% of the proceeds. Please click here to view/download flyer.

There will be a Golf interest meeting on Tuesday Feb. 4th at 3pm in the Brooks Center.

The Chamber Music Recital will take place on  +Friday, February 7 at 7:30 PM and will feature the young ladies of Orchestra and Wind Ensemble.  Everyone is welcome to help with this event by volunteering or by donating food and drink.  Service hours will be given.  Please sign up using the following link:  www.SignUpGenius.com/go/5080A4DA5AB2DA75-chamber1 or go to www.SignUpGenius.com and search for the sign up page using the email tpapado320@aol.com.  Thank you for your generous help!

Happy Catholic Schools Week! Faculty, Staff, Teacher and Parents we appreciate all you do for the Seton Community!

The Parent Organization is seeking parents to help with setup, clean up and help during the Father/Daughter dance that will be on March 1, 2014.  Sign up at http://tinyurl.com/SetonFatherDaughterDance

The 2nd Annual Seton Casino Royale is scheduled for May 3, 2014.  The Parent Organization is seeking a chair and committee members to help plan and organize this great evening of fun!  Sign up at http://tinyurl.com/SetonCasinoRoyale

More opportunities for volunteers on the horizon:

1.    Seton/DeMatha Movie Night - April 25
2.    Senior Baccalaureate - May 27

The Parent Organization regrets that the first annual Mother/Daughter event previously scheduled for  February 15, has been postponed until further notice.  Please watch for more information via the Parent Announce.

Sophomore parents: Mrs. Roeder would like to meet with you and your daughter to review how her time at Seton has been and to plan for the future. You can find more information in the letter attached. (Please click here to view letter). If you are interested in participating in the Seton Reflections please email mroeder@setonhs.org or call the guidance department. This program will run until everyone who would like to meet has had a chance to do so.

Senatorial Scholarships applications are available in the Guidance Office.

Senator Paul G. Pinsky of District 22 invites all seniors who live in District 22 to apply for a senatorial scholarship. Please visit http://www.senatorpinsky.org/ for more information. The deadline to apply is  +April 1, 2014. Further questions can be answered by contacting his office at 301-858-3155.


Senatorial scholarship for Seniors who live in Legislative District 47. Senator Victor Ramirez. Application deadline is April 29th
For questions about the program  please contact: Senator Victor Ramirez
301.858.3745. www.victorramirez.com


The City of Bowie Scholarship is now available for families who live within the incorporated city limits of Bowie. Applications are in the Guidance Office.

Get free, on-site professional assistance filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Talk to financial aid professionals about financial aid resources and how to apply
Get information regarding state-wide student services, admission requirements, and more!
 
 
FEBRUARY 2014
Prince George's Community College
February 1, 2014    |   9am to 12:30pm  |  Snow date: February 15, 2014
301 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774
Contact: Kevin Wade, (301) 386-7571, wadekj@pgcc.edu
FAFSA on the Web available.  Spanish interpreters available.
 
 
Montgomery College - Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
February 9, 2014   |    2pm to 4pm    Snow date: February 16, 2014
7625 Fenton Street, Takoma Park, MD 20912, Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center, First Floor
Contact: Wendy Maldonado, (240) 567-3935, wendy.maldonado@montgomerycollege.edu  
FAFSA on the Web available.  Spanish interpreters available.
 
 
Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex
February 15, 2014   |   10am to 1pm   |   Snow date: February 22, 2014
8001 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD  20785
Contact: Q.T. Jackson, (301) 429-5933, qtj@umd.edu  
FAFSA on the Web available. Spanish Interpreters Available.

1.  The Excellence in Education Foundation for the Prince George's County Public Schools is awarding 50 scholarships:  The links to learn more about these opportunities are here:
Chief Executive Officer's Scholarship
Leadership Scholarship
Community Service Scholarship
View process to award the scholarships here.
About the Excellence in Education Foundation.


2.  The second opportunity is through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).  They are seeking applicants for its Youth Preparedness Council.  This Council is a unique opportunity for youth leaders to serve on a highly distinguished national council and participate in the Youth Preparedness Council Summit.  

Any individual between the ages of 12 and 17 who is engaged in individual and community preparedness or who has experienced a disaster that has motivated him or her to make a positive difference in his or her community, may apply to serve on the Youth Preparedness Council. Individuals who applied last year are highly encouraged to apply again.

For more information about the Youth Preparedness Council and to access the application materials, please visit http://www.ready.gov/youth-preparedness-council .

The Law Camp will be held from July 12 to July 20, 2014 in Washington, D.C. This program is offered free of charge for selected Latina high school students (rising sophomores through seniors) from across the nation. Complete applications must be received by March 15, 2014. There is a non-refundable $50 application fee. For more information and to apply go to http://hnbf.org/programs-partnerships/future-latino-leaders-law-camp/.

9th, 10th and 11th grade parents: Standardized test scores have been returned to your students. If you have questions please contact your daughter's counselor.

Sophomore parents: If you are interested in meeting with Ms. Roeder and your daughter for Seton Reflections please email mroeder@setonhs.org or call the guidance department. This program will run until everyone who would like to meet has had a chance to do so.

As a school community we want to keep you informed of meetings, events that effect the Seton community. One way is through text messaging. If you would like to receive text messages then please text SETONHS to 84576. You will receive a confirmation text, please complete the requested details.

Our website will now feature a new tab under ABOUT US. This is the president's blog.  Please take time to read this and share it with your friends, family, and co-workers.

Please click here to view the Lunch Menu for January.
Please click here to view the Lunch Menu for February.

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