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< Back Spartan Review, Vol. 2, Issue 2 This is the text-based version of York Tech's weekly e-newsletter. Sign up to receive the email version of this publication, which includes pictures and a more user-friendly format, by visiting ycst.info/spartan-review . Calendar Highlights Aug. 16, 17 — School Store Pick-up Dates [More Info ] Aug. 17 — Back-to-School Night [More Info ] Aug. 21 — All New Students Report Aug. 22 — All students report Sept. 1 — School Closed, Offices Open Sept. 4 — School Closed, Offices Closed Featured News This week, we hosted York Tech's newest teachers for a four-day induction program. These educators are poised for greatness, and we're thrilled that our students will benefit from their expertise. Please join us in welcoming them to Spartan Nation! News & Notes Homecoming Information — The 2023 homecoming football game and dance will occur on Saturday, Oct. 14. The home game against Fairfield will begin at 10 a.m., and the dance will take place from 6-9 p.m. at York County School of Technology. Students can look forward to Spirit Week and a pep rally prior to the dance. Commencement — We were privileged to celebrate commencement with over 100 graduates from our Adult & Continuing Education Center on Wednesday, Aug. 2. Congratulations to our newest alumni! Be sure to check out the photos and program of this special event. More information about our Adult & Continuing Education Center can be found at educationthatpays.com . Calendar Changes — Several changes to the 2023-24 school calendar were recently approved. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to disregard previous versions and download the updated document from our Calendar web page . School Counseling Events — York Tech’s School Counseling Department recently announced the dates for several events. They include PSAT, Financial Aid Night, ASVAB, FAFSA Completion Night. More information can be found at this link . Back-to-School Letter — Important back-to-school information was recently distributed to all families via email. If you have not read it yet, please do so by visiting ycst.info/bts23 . All-Alumni Reunion — The Class of 1980 is hosting an all-alumni reunion on Sept. 9, 2023. All York Tech graduates are invited. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit the alumni Facebook group for more details. Please note that this event is not being organized or hosted by York Tech. All questions should be directed to Connie Keiser ‘80 . - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Está leyendo la versión en texto del boletín electrónico semanal de York Tech. Regístrese para recibir la versión por correo electrónico de esta publicación, que incluye imágenes y un formato más fácil de usar, visitando ycst.info/spartan-review . Puntos destacados del calendario 16 y 17 de agosto — Fechas de recogida en la tienda escolar [Más información ] 17 de agosto — Noche de regreso a clases [Más información ] 21 de agosto — Informe de todos los estudiantes nuevos 22 de agosto — Informe de todos los estudiantes 1 de septiembre — Escuela cerrada, oficinas abiertas 4 de septiembre — Escuela cerrada, oficinas cerradas Noticias destacadas Esta semana, recibimos a los maestros más nuevos de York Tech para un programa de inducción de cuatro días. Estos educadores están preparados para la grandeza y estamos encantados de que nuestros estudiantes se beneficien de su experiencia. ¡Únase a nosotros para darles la bienvenida a Spartan Nation! Noticias y notas Información de regreso a casa — El juego de fútbol y baile de regreso a casa de 2023 se llevará a cabo el sábado 14 de octubre. El juego en casa contra Fairfield comenzará a las 10 a. m. y el baile tendrá lugar de 6 a 9 p. m. en la Escuela de Tecnología del Condado de York. Los estudiantes pueden esperar la Semana del Espíritu y una reunión de ánimo antes del baile. Comienzo — Tuvimos el privilegio de celebrar el comienzo con más de 100 graduados de nuestro Centro de Educación Continua y para Adultos el miércoles 2 de agosto. ¡Felicitaciones a nuestros ex alumnos más nuevos! Asegúrese de ver las fotos y el programa de este evento especial. Puede encontrar más información sobre nuestro Centro de educación continua y para adultos en educationthatpays.com . Cambios en el calendario — Recientemente se aprobaron varios cambios en el calendario escolar 2023-24. Se alienta a los padres y cuidadores a ignorar las versiones anteriores y descargar el documento actualizado de nuestra página web Calendario . Eventos de asesoramiento escolar — El Departamento de asesoramiento escolar de York Tech anunció recientemente las fechas de varios eventos. Incluyen PSAT, Noche de ayuda financiera, ASVAB, Noche de finalización de FAFSA. Se puede encontrar más información en este enlace . Carta de regreso a la escuela — Recientemente se distribuyó información importante sobre el regreso a la escuela a todas las familias por correo electrónico. Si aún no lo ha leído, hágalo visitando ycst.info/bts23 . Reunión de todos los ex alumnos — La clase de 1980 organizará una reunión de todos los ex alumnos el 9 de septiembre de 2023. Todos los graduados de York Tech están invitados. Los boletos deben comprarse con anticipación. Visite el grupo de ex alumnos de Facebook para obtener más detalles. Tenga en cuenta que este evento no está organizado ni organizado por York Tech. Todas las preguntas deben dirigirse a Connie Keiser '80 . Fuel Your Future York Tech has been helping to shape students' futures since 1969. If you think we might be a good fit for you, be on the lookout for more information about our annual Open House in November. 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FCCLA Description Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is for students in the Education Pathway, Early Childhood Education, and Future K-12 Teacher Development programs. Participation in national programs and chapter activities helps members develop skills for life – planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision making, and interpersonal communications. These skills are honed through participation in meetings, conference attendance, and community service projects. Advisors Ms. Mindy Miller Ms. Nicole Lau

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< Back Meet-the-Team Night A fall Meet-the-Team Night will be held rain or shine at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31. The event will occur in York Tech's football stadium (Dowell Memorial Field), provided the weather is good. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the Fieldhouse. Please consider supporting our fall athletes by attending this fun event! Fuel Your Future York Tech has been helping to shape students' futures since 1969. If you think we might be a good fit for you, be on the lookout for more information about our annual Open House in November. In the meantime, we welcome the chance to answer your questions, so don't hesitate to reach out! Contact Us

< Back to EPG Contents Social Studies Courses Global Studies (202) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 9, Weight 1.0 The Global Studies course provides students with a comprehensive and intensive study of major world events and themes throughout the history of the world. Students will analyze and evaluate change, continuity, and globalization of the modern era. By focusing on interactions between past and present, students will develop an understanding of the world today through an examination of the reactions, adaptations, and decisions people made in response to the conditions around them. The goal of global studies is to explore the geography, culture, history, and current events of the world in order to make important connections between past and present and to enhance our understanding of the world in which we live. Honors Global Studies (202H) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 9, Weight 1.1 The Global Studies course provides students with a comprehensive and intensive study of major world events and themes throughout the history of the world. Students will analyze and evaluate change, continuity, and globalization of the modern era. By focusing on interactions between past and present, students will develop an understanding of the world today through an examination of the reactions, adaptations, and decisions people made in response to the conditions around them. The goal of global studies is to explore the geography, culture, history, and current events of the world in order to make important connections between past and present and to enhance our understanding of the world in which we live. This honors level course will include a more intense and in–depth study of global studies. Students will be expected to complete more independent and collaborative projects/work both in and out of class, to complete in and out of class readings (both fiction and non–fiction), to participate in discussion forums, and to perform at the honors level at all times. Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation. U.S. History (200) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 10, Weight 1.0 The U.S. History course offers an in-depth exploration of American history from the Reconstruction Era through the end of the Cold War. The primary objective is to analyze and evaluate the transformation of the United States from a nation divided by Civil War to a prominent world power. Students will examine key themes, including policies, cultural impacts, and the nation's role in global affairs. Through the study of historical events and trends, students will gain insights into the past, allowing them to make informed predictions about the future of the United States. Honors U.S. History (200H) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 10, Weight 1.1 The U.S. History course offers an in-depth exploration of American history from the Reconstruction Era through the end of the Cold War. The primary objective is to analyze and evaluate the transformation of the United States from a nation divided by Civil War to a prominent world power. Students will examine key themes, including policies, cultural impacts, and the nation's role in global affairs. Through the study of historical events and trends, students will gain insights into the past, allowing them to make informed predictions about the future of the United States. This honors level course will include a more intense and in–depth study of our history. Students will be expected to complete more independent and collaborative projects/work both in and out of class, to complete in an out of class readings (both fiction and non–fiction), to participate in discussion forums, and to perform at the honors level at all times. Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation. Civics & Citizenship (203) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 11, Weight 1.0 The Civics and Citizenship course studies the US Constitution and how it establishes the US political system, protects the rights of citizens, and creates civic virtues, democratic principles, and civic participation. It also explores state and local governments, the economy, courts, society, the media, and many other policies and practices. Beyond politics, civics includes active participation in schools, communities, and other organizations. Students will learn to engage meaningfully in public processes now and throughout their lives—whether by voting, volunteering, serving on juries, taking informed action, or participating in civil discourse. Contributions in the course will range from a variety of different methods, including debates, presentations, discussions, or seminars, and will focus on the civic process that society uses to address shared problems and real-world issues. Students will develop critical thinking and analysis skills and understand what it means to actively participate in society. AP U.S. Government & Politics (203AP) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 11-12, Weight 1.2 AP Civics and Government presents the principles of the American representative form of government. The intent of instruction is to instill the acts and policies of the framers of the Declaration of Independence and of the Constitution that it is a citizen’s duty and responsibility to exercise their voting privilege and to understand the American form of government as in comparison to other forms of government. This course is a college-level course. College credit may be obtained for a student’s freshman-level civics and/or government course upon completion and passage of the AP Civics and Government Exam. This course is extremely independent in nature. It follows a college level text and the student must be prepared to work independently on content not covered in class, content covered in class and content created and studied outside of class. Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation. AP U.S. History (200AP) [NCAA] 1.0 credit, Grade 10, Weight 1.2, Offered 2026-27 The AP U.S. History course is designed to provide students with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in U.S. history. The program prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those made by full–year introductory college courses. Students should learn to assess historical materials—their relevance to a given interpretive problem, reliability, and importance—and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. This course will develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions based on an informed judgment and to present reasons and evidence clearly and persuasively in essay format. Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation from Honors Global Studies. < Back to EPG Contents Back to Top

< Back Varsity Jackets York Tech varsity jackets can be ordered through Athletic Lettering by following these steps: Play a varsity sport and earn a varsity letter Contact Athletic Lettering and inquire about a good time to visit the store, try on jackets, and place an order Pay the $100 jacket deposit to Athletic Lettering Once the jacket is ready, pick it up at Athletic Lettering and pay the balance. The typical turnaround time for jackets is three to four weeks. The basic jacket costs $225. which includes name, grade, and varsity letter sewn on. The word SPARTAN will also be on the back. Additional sports on the back are $2.25 per letter. For questions, please contact Matt Glennon, assistant athletics director, at mglennon@ytech.edu . Fuel Your Future York Tech has been helping to shape students' futures since 1969. If you think we might be a good fit for you, be on the lookout for more information about our annual Open House in November. In the meantime, we welcome the chance to answer your questions, so don't hesitate to reach out! Contact Us

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< Back Heart of a Spartan Congratulations to the York Tech staff members who were nominated for the Heart of a Spartan Award in January 2024! These individuals positively impacted a student, staff member, or a student’s family at some point during the past month. Thank you for making Spartan Nation an even better place! Brad Auker Anthony D'Achino Karen Dentler Tia Frederick Tiffany Henry Amy Intrieri Todd Kessler Brandon May Samantha McDonald Maria Miley Scott Rogers Matt Thomas Brian Yarrison Please consider visiting ycst.info/hoas to share your appreciation for a Spartan employee who has recently gone above and beyond. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ¡Felicitaciones a los miembros del personal de York Tech que fueron nominados para el premio Heart of a Spartan en enero de 2024! Estas personas impactaron positivamente a un estudiante, un miembro del personal o la familia de un estudiante en algún momento durante el mes pasado. ¡Gracias por hacer de Spartan Nation un lugar aún mejor! Brad Auker Anthony D'Achino Karen Dentler Tia Frederick Tiffany Henry Amy Intrieri Todd Kessler Brandon May Samantha McDonald Maria Miley Scott Rogers Matt Thomas Brian Yarrison Considere visitar ycst.info/hoas para compartir su agradecimiento por un empleado de Spartan que recientemente ha ido más allá. Fuel Your Future York Tech has been helping to shape students' futures since 1969. If you think we might be a good fit for you, be on the lookout for more information about our annual Open House in November. In the meantime, we welcome the chance to answer your questions, so don't hesitate to reach out! Contact Us

< Back to EPG Contents Misc. Courses Community Service 0.5 Credit (60 Hours) or 1.0 Credit (120 Hours), Grade 9-12, Weight 1.0 This course is an independent course designed for students to recover or replace an elective credit. Students will be required to perform community service outside of school hours with a non–profit organization approved by their school counselor in order to receive credit for the course. They will also be required to write a report summarizing the nature of their community service work, their reaction to the community activity and personal insights gained about oneself and the community through the service activity. SAT Prep (958) 0.5 Credit, Grade 10-12, Weight 1.0 SAT Prep will be delivered through online format that will allow students to work independently. The course will allow students to review the basic verbal and mathematical skills assessed on the SAT test. Students will review test–taking strategies specific to the exam. Students will spend time working on both the verbal/writing and mathematics component of the SAT. After completing the course, students will be better prepared to take the SAT. Yearbook (920) 1.0 Credit, Grade 11-12, Weight 1.0 This course is for students who wish to participate in the design and publication of the school yearbook, The EPIC. Student must apply for the course and be selected by the yearbook advisor. Drone Pilot Preparation (917) 0.5 Credit, Grade 11-12, Weight 1.0 This STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) focused course prepares students to pass the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot exam and become certified commercial drone pilots. Students will gain hands-on experience flying drones manually and programming autonomous flight paths while applying scientific and engineering principles related to aerodynamics, weather, and aircraft performance. The course introduces aeronautical charts, flight variables, and mapping technology, emphasizing safety through rigorous pre-flight and post-flight procedures. Students will also learn the legal and ethical responsibilities of drone operation, including airspace regulations and determining when and where flight is permissible. < Back to EPG Contents Back to Top

< Back to EPG Contents NCAA DI and DII Student-Athlete Eligibility Students who want to compete in intercollegiate athletics at National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and Division II colleges are required to meet certain initial–eligibility requirements. All student athletics must register with NCAA Initial–Eligibility Clearinghouse ( www.eligibilitycenter.org ) and meet the standards as listed on their website. If you are planning to participate in college sports, contact your counselor. When planning their course selection, student athletes should be mindful of the requirements of the NCAA. The NCAA has strict guidelines to "qualify" a student to receive athletic scholarships and/or participate in NCAA Division I or Division II athletics at the collegiate level. Student athletes should review these criteria carefully at www.eligibilitycenter.org . Three of the main criteria for eligibility include: the number of "core" courses completed, the earned GPA in those "core" courses, and a sliding scale requirement regarding core course GPA and SAT or ACT scores. To help student athletes, York Tech high school courses, which have been approved as NCAA core courses, will have the [NCAA] text beside them in the Educational Planning Guide. Please see your counselor with any questions related to NCAA requirements and course selection. < Back to EPG Contents Back to Top