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Resources
Report an Absence
Call 425-295-3019 or email the Attendance Office.
Forms and Information
All School
- Student and Family Handbook, Grades 6-12 - Updated 9-3-20
High School
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Annual School Calendars
- 2020-21 School Year
(last updated 11/6/20) - 2021-22 School Year
(last updated 11/6/20)
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Hours of Operation
- Main Office Hours
7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. - School Hours
7:50 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. - Summer Office Hours
7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Monday - Thursday)
7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Friday)
Contact Us!
Main Office | 425-295-3000 |
Attendance Office | 425-295-3019 |
School Nurse | 425-295-3022 |
Fax | 425-392-5160 |
Student Buses |
253-939-7700 After hours (6 p.m. - 5 a.m.): |
Share Your Student's Story
Is your student participating in an internship, service project, academic program or other activity? We would love to hear about it! Please send information and pictures to goodnews@eastsidecatholic.org.
Parent Groups
PTF - Middle School
Parent Teacher Fellowship
Easing transitions and building connections
Get Involved!
PTF meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m. in the Front Office Conference Room at EC. All EC community members are invited, encouraged and welcome to attend. Please contact PTF President Venu Sareen with any questions.
PFSA - High School
Parent Faculty Staff Association
Our mission
The Eastside Catholic Parent Faculty Student Association (PFSA) is made up of parents, teachers, administrators and students. Our mission is to build community and to support students, teachers, staff and parents of Eastside Catholic. PFSA strives to be of service to the EC community through our various programs, activities and outreach.
Who we are
Every family at Eastside Catholic High School is automatically a member of the PFSA. We have a volunteer Board of Directors and other parents who offer their time, energy and talent to help with PFSA programs, events and activities throughout the year.
What we do
- Enrichment Grants - PFSA funds grants with the goal of enhancing the learning environment.
- Parent/Student Events - PFSA plans a Mother/Son Liturgy and Brunch, a Mother/Daughter Fashion Show and Brunch, a Father/Daughter Candlelight Liturgy and Dinner and a Father/Son event.
- Staff Appreciation - Throughout the year PFSA provides our faculty and staff with snacks, treats and lunches as an expression of gratitude for their hard work and dedication.
- Parent Networking, Education and Social Events - PFSA plans events for parents to meet, connect and cultivate friendships.
- Support for our Students - PFSA provides financial support to the Chaplain’s Fund, the College Counseling Department, ASB Student Leadership, various student clubs and all-school student assemblies.
How we are funded
Families have the opportunity to contribute to PFSA through the online school packet. Every year nearly 80 percent of our families generously donate to PFSA. Thank you! In addition, PFSA benefits from funds received through our Merchant Money program. You can help all year long by shopping at retailers like Bartell Drugs, Everything Party (Renton and Redmond) and Amazon (smile.amazon.com).
Get Involved!
PFSA meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 9:30 a.m. in the Front Office Conference Room at EC. All EC community members are invited, encouraged and welcome to attend. Please contact 2020-21 PFSA President Kristin Vogele with any questions.
Booster Club
The Eastside Catholic Booster Club works with students, parents, administration, faculty, alumni and friends to support and encourage school spirit. The Booster Club raises funds through member donations, the sale of EC school spirit wear and concessions in the Orange Crush. Funds raised by the Booster Club are used to create and support school spirit and support the financial needs of sports, clubs and activities outside of the school’s operating budget. The Booster Club is a sub-committee of the Board of Trustees.
Promoting school spirit
Throughout each school year, Boosters work to promote school spirit and provide investments to enhance the Crusader experience, including:
- All Families Homecoming Tailgate Event
- Student spirit gifts and treats throughout the year
- Homecoming Week Activities
- Athlete of the Month Program
- Finals Week Survival Kit
- Support of the Hall of Fame Program
- Sponsors the high school year-end concert
Enhancing school programming
Funds raised by the Booster Club activities have enabled several enhancements to school programming, including:
- Support for Campus Ministries, DECA, Interact Club and the Options Program
- Installation of the center field EC logo
- Donation of the Crusader Mascot uniform
- Funding partnership for the EC reader board
- Supplying of banners in the Athletic Pavilion to identify championship individuals and teams
- Purchase of EC team Spirit Banners
- Contributions to Fr. Heric's Chaplain Fund
- New picnic table outside the Commons
- Athletic Program enhancements
All members of the Eastside Catholic community are automatically members of the Booster Club. A donation request and volunteer interest form will be sent out during the summer.
Get Involved!
The governing body of the Booster Club is the Booster Board, comprised of up to 50 members. The Board of the Booster Club meets on the second Monday of each month during the school year at 7 p.m. in the EC Athletic Board Room. If you are interested in serving on the Board of the Booster Club, please email info@eastsidecatholic.org.
Parents in Prayer
Parents In Prayer is an all-inclusive, informal group of individuals of all faiths who meet weekly to pray for the health and wellbeing of our students and community members. This time is open to all and no prayer experience is necessary. The group meets virtually every Friday at 8 a.m. throughout the school year. The link can be found in the EC This Week email.
Senior Events
The following information outlines important dates for seniors. We want all seniors and their families to enjoy these special events, so please check back here for the latest updates and information.
Please note that dates and times (other than baccalaureate and graduation) are subject to change.
Contact with Questions
Please contact Director of Accounting and Business Operations Kay Nichols if you have other questions about the end of year events for seniors.
Class of 2021: Important Dates and Deadlines
October 1 | Transcripts sent | Initial transcripts will be sent out by your college counselor to the colleges listed in your Naviance account. Questions? Please contact your College Counselor Siobhan McVeigh (A-K) or Cyrus Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
October | Virtual Cap and Gown Presentation |
An email will be sent to seniors and their families on how to place graduation regalia orders with National Achiever/Herff Jones. Families also have the option of purchasing graduation announcements and other Class of 2021 items, if desired. All seniors are required to have a cap, gown, tassel and sash for graduation. The link to the virtual presentation can be found online. Questions? Please contact Student Services Coordinator Karin House. |
October 31 | Cap and Gown Contact Info DUE |
All seniors need to submit their cap and gown contact information via this digital graduation reservation card to National Achiever/Herff Jones by October 31. Students will still need to place a separate order online for all graduation items by January 31. |
November 1 | Early Decision Contracts DUE | "Early Decision" contracts are due to your EC College Counselors. Questions? Please contact your College Counselor Siobhan McVeigh (A-K) or Cyrus Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
November 15 | University of Washington Applications DUE | The University of Washington applications are due. Questions? Please contact your College Counselor Siobhan McVeigh (A-K) or Cyrus Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
December 4 | Diploma Name Confirmation DUE |
An email will be sent in October to parents and seniors to confirm the name that will be printed on the senior student's diploma. Families entered this information in the 2020-21 Online School Packet (OSP). Questions? Please contact Student Services Coordinator Karin House. |
December 4
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Senior Yearbook Shoutout DUE
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Senior shoutouts are the messages that students leave below their senior picture in their designated section of the yearbook. Students should consider their favorite quote, memory or future plans to include in their shout-out. Seniors should submit their shout-out through this form by December 4. This form can only be accessed by students. Please note: If a student's shoutout is not submitted by the deadline, one of the generic shoutouts below will be used.
Questions? Please contact Yearbook Advisor Erika Murphy. |
December 4
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Senior Pictures for Yearbook DUE
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All seniors must submit their senior pictures to the yearbook. This image is in place of the standard ID photo that students take with Lifetouch at the beginning of the school year. Senior photos can be completed on the platform eShare with school code GoCru. Please note: If a student's image is not submitted by the deadline, the standard school ID photo may be used.
Questions? Please contact Yearbook Advisor Erika Murphy. |
January 3 | Senior Ads for Yearbook DUE |
Senior ads are optional and not guaranteed. They will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. Ads can be purchased in either 1/4 or 1/2 page options. Seniors ads are sold and created on the Herff Jones website. Eastside Catholic's school code is 6287. Parents and guardians can upload their student's photos and design the ads through the online system. Questions? Please contact Yearbook Advisor Erika Murphy. |
January 15 | Yearbook Orders DUE |
Yearbooks for the 2020-21 school year can be ordered from the Herff Jones website using the school code 6287. To ensure your student receives a yearbook, orders must be placed by January 15. Questions? Please contact Yearbook Advisor Erika Murphy. |
January 30 | Mid-Year Transcripts Sent | Mid-year transcripts are sent by your College Counselor to the colleges listed in your Naviance account. Please make sure your list of colleges you are applying to is complete and up-to-date. Questions? Please contact your College Counselor Siobhan McVeigh (A-K) or Cyrus Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
February 28 | Cap and Gown Orders DUE |
This is the last day to place your online order for graduation regalia. Please note: The Cap and Gown unit includes all required items needed for graduation; the cap, gown, tassel and sash. XL caps are also available, please note that when placing your cap and gown order. Questions? Please contact Student Services Coordinator Karin House. If any student is in need of financial assistance, please contact Joanne Farmer in the Business Office. |
Spring TBD | Senior Pilgrimage |
The fall senior pilgrimage has been postponed to spring. More information will be sent in early 2021. Senior Pilgrimage focuses on self-reflection and preparation for students' final year on campus. Senior embark on a day-long, 15-mile hike on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail from Snoqualmie Falls to Carnation. The hike is led by students and is interspersed with prayer, presentations by members of the senior class on topics related to faith and spirituality, discussion, activities and games. On the hike, students carry the Senior Pilgrimage Cross which resides in the Chapel during the school year. The cross displays a pendant from every senior class that has completed the pilgrimage since 1982, the first year the pilgrimage took place. Questions? Contact Religious Studies Teacher Tom Kittridge. |
April 1 | Student Baby Pictures DUE for Senior Tribute Slideshow | Please email your student's baby picture in a .JPG format to Senior Class Advisor Jeff LaBelle. |
Spring TBD | Senior Cruise |
Senior Cruise is currently TBD. Information will be shared in early 2021 when available. Questions? Please contact Senior Class Advisor Jeff LaBelle or Director of Student Life Michelle Flores. |
April 15 | Graduation Order Pickup |
National Achiever/Herff Jones will be on campus to deliver all graduation orders. Seniors will pick up their cap and gown and/or graduation announcement orders on this day. More information will be communicated to families closer to the pickup date. Questions? Please contact Student Services Coordinator Karin House. |
April/May TBD
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Formal Group Portrait
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Professional dress is required for this picture. Girls will be seated and should plan to wear a dress or skirt that reaches to the knee or below. Long skirts/maxis are encouraged. Please no denim, including denim jackets. Boys should wear a dress shirt, tie and no jeans or athletic wear. Smaller group photos will also be taken and sent to local newspapers. The spring date is TBD. A reminder email will be sent with more details. |
May 1
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Decision Day Group Photo |
Share your post-graduation plans with the EC community. Are you heading off to college, going into the military, taking a gap year or leaping into the workforce? Wear a sweatshirt, t-shirt, other apparel or swag from your post-high school adventure that highlights your plans. More information will be communicated to seniors as the date nears. Questions? Please contact Student Services Coordinator Karin House. |
May 1 | College Decision DUE in Naviance | Please make sure your college decisions have been updated in your Naviance account by May 1. Your college counselor needs this important information. Questions? Please contact your College Counselor Siobhan McVeigh (A-K) or Cyrus Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
May 14
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Tuition, Fees and Fines Paid |
All tuition, fees and fines for seniors must be paid by this date. Questions? Please contact Senior Accountant Jared Rice. |
May 22 | Junior/Senior Prom |
Details will be shared when available. Questions? Please contact Junior Class Advisor Jessica Rice. |
May 26 | Senior Tribute |
More details will be communicated closer to the date. Questions? Please contact Senior Class Advisor Jeff LaBelle. |
May/June TBD | Senior Class Wall Signing |
Seniors will have an opportunity to sign the senior class wall located in the E wing stairwell. This has been an annual tradition since the campus opened in 2008. Questions? Please contact Senior Class Advisor Jeff LaBelle. |
June TBD | Graduation Ceremony Rehearsal | Seniors must attend this mandatory rehearsal in order to walk at graduation. Any earned honor cords will be distributed at rehearsal. |
June TBD | Senior Class Lunch | Powered by Boosters, this will be a hosted lunch for the Class of 2021. Stay tuned for more details. |
June 1 - 4 | Final Exams for Seniors | |
June 4
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Baccalaureate Mass | Baccalaureate Mass will be held on Friday, June 4 at 7 p.m. at Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Sammamish or TBD. Seniors will wear their graduation gowns and sashes but no caps. |
June 7
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Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony
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The graduation ceremony takes place Monday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m., location TBD. In planning for graduation alternative options, our primary goal is to have all Class of 2021 graduates together for the graduation ceremony, but please note that this may not be a possibility. As we all continue to navigate the current Washington State Roadmap to Recovery reopening phase plan, your patience, flexibility and partnership are appreciated. Further details will be emailed this spring. |
June 7
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Grad Night 2021
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TBD - depends on Washington State Roadmap to Recovery guidance. This event is parent-sponsored and encourages 100% student participation. Seniors will be picked up at Benaroya Hall after graduation. Buses will depart promptly at 10:30 p.m. The destination is a surprise, but a sweatshirt and closed-toed shoes are recommended. Buses will return to EC campus Tuesday, June 8 by 6:15 a.m. Parents should plan to pick up their student so they are not driving after being up all night. As a reminder, no cell phones, bags, large oversized jackets or backpacks will be allowed. More information will be forthcoming from the planning committee in the spring. |
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Crusaders in the News

Congratulations to the following students who were selected to the 2021 Washington Music Educators Association (WMEA) Junior All-State Band, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) All-Northwest Band and the Western International Band Clinic (WIBC) Honor Band.

Congratulations to our October Students of the Month!

We are proud to announce that Fabiana Pulido was honored by the National Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP).

Three students from the Class of 2021 have been named National Merit Scholarship Commended Students.

Congratulations to our September Students of the Month!

Learn more about the annual DECA Holiday Fundraiser and order items online.

Three students from the Class of 2021 have been named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists.

We are proud to share our 2019-20 second semester honor roll of all high school students.