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Eastside Catholic School
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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)
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| 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/Guardian Groups
PTF - Middle School
Parent Teacher Fellowship
Easing transitions and building connections
Eastside Catholic Middle School Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) nurtures the relationship between home and school during this period of transition between elementary and high school. PTF also works to strengthen the school community by enhancing communication, encouraging family involvement and promoting parent/guardian education. Through these activities, it serves as a model of service to others. PTF’s goal is to support our teachers, parents, staff and students by fostering relationships, community involvement and leadership opportunities.
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 2021-22 PFSA President Susan Kirby 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 2022: Important Dates and Deadlines
| August 16 | Meet with Your College Counselor | It is highly recommended that all seniors schedule a meeting with their college counselor to review their list, check accuracy of Naviance, confirm letters of recommendation and update college application due dates. Questions? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| August 31 | Senior College Planning Night | Seniors and their parents are highly encouraged to attend this informative session about how EC supports seniors with their college applications. Topics covered will include tutorial offerings, deadlines for EA/ED, recommendations, transcript, Naviance, supplemental essays and college counselor support. |
| Sept. 11 | Senior Pilgrimage | Our Senior Pilgrimage is a 12-mile hike that takes place on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail. This hike and retreat is open only to current Eastside Catholic School seniors. Additional information to will communicated to senior students and their families. Questions? Please contact Director of Campus Ministry Deacon Pickett. |
| Sept. 30 | Naviance/Common App Sync DEADLINE | Naviance and Common App sync required of all seniors applying to college. |
| Sept. 30 | DEADLINE: Recommendation Letters | Last day to request teacher letters of recommendation for early applications. |
| October 1 | Transcripts Sent | Initial transcripts are automatically sent out by your college counselor to all colleges listed in your Naviance account. Questions? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| October 1 | College Counselor Meeting DEADLINE | Deadline to meet with college counselor if senior has an October 15 college application deadline. |
| October TBD | 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? Contact Student Services Coordinator Ms. Lobo. |
| October 13 | No School - Seniors only | Seniors students, the class of 2022, do not have academic classes Wednesday, October 13. Enjoy your day off! Questions? Contact Academic Operations Coordinator Ms. Farmer. |
| October 13 | Optional Application Support Session | Join college counselors and college counseling interns to get help on all aspects of senior applications. Essay support, completing the activities section, showing demonstrated interest and work time will all be available for seniors to drop in. |
| October TBD | 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? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| November 1 | UW Applications DUE | University of Washington applications are due. Questions? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| November 15 | University of California/Cal State Applications DUE | University of California and Cal State applications are due. They can be submitted between Nov. 1 and Nov. 30. Questions? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| December TBD | 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 2021-22 Online School Packet (OSP). Questions? Contact Student Services Coordinator Ms. Lobo. |
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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 Mr. Kok. |
| December TBD
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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 Mr. Kok. |
| December 30 | College Kickstart Access Closes |
College Kickstart access ends for seniors. Questions? Contact Student Services Coordinator Ms. Lobo. |
| January TBD | 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 Mr. Kok. |
| January TBD | 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 Mr. Kok. |
| January 31 | 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? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| February TBD | 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? Contact Student Services Coordinator Ms. Lobo. If any student is in need of financial assistance, please contact Ms. Farmer in the Business Office. |
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| April TBD | Student Baby Pictures DUE for Senior Tribute Slideshow | Please email your student's baby picture in a .JPG format to Senior Class Advisor Mr. LaBelle. |
| April TBD | Formal Group Portrait |
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| 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? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
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College Deposit Due | FINAL deposits is required to ONE college, if attending. Questions? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
| May TBD | Senior Day |
Senior Day will take place on Wednesday, May 5, noon - 3 p.m. at EC in the Courtyard. The Class of 2021 will gather for a group photo on Acosta Field, pick up their graduation cap and gowns, sign the senior wall and participate in other fun activities. Seniors should wear their Decision Day swag. Lunch and dessert will be provided by Boosters and PFSA. Questions? Contact Student Services Coordinator Ms. Lobo. |
| May TBD
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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 Mr. Rice. |
| May 21 | High School Prom | Additional information, include the location of Prom, will be communicated to high school students and families during the school year. Questions? Contact Director of Student Life Ms. Flores. |
| TBD | Senior Tribute |
The Senior Student Cabinet is planning Senior Tribute, scheduled for Wednesday, May 26 during the school day (time TBD). Given current public health restrictions on gatherings, the senior students are considering all options for planning either in-person with limited guests, a virtual option or a recording for families. More information will be communicated in early May. Questions? Contact Senior Class Advisor Mr. 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. |
| May 31 - June 3 | Final Exams for Seniors | |
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Baccalaureate Mass | Seniors will wear their graduation gowns and sashes but no caps. The Mass location is still to be determined, but will either be at Mary, Queen of Peace following their COVID-19 protocols and capacity restrictions or at EC with capacity restrictions. More information will be communicated after May 3. |
| June 5
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Class of 2022 Commencement
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The commencement ceremony takes place Monday, June 5 at 7:30 p.m. at Benaroya Hall in downtown Seattle. Students will need to arrive no later than 6:45 p.m. - please account for rush hour traffic. Further details will be emailed this spring. |
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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 6 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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Transcripts Submitted | FINAL transcripts are automatically sent to all colleges listed in Naviance. Questions? Contact your College Counselor Ms. McVeigh (A-K) or Mr. Nassersaeid (L-Z). |
News & Events
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Crusaders in the News
Tokyo bound! Matisse Thybulle ’15 will represent Team Australia when the 2020 Olympics begin in Japan.
Director of Bands Jonathan Boysen was featured by the Snoqualmie Valley Record in honor of his recognition as a quarterfinalist in the GRAMMY Museum's Music Educator Award.
Congratulations to sixth grade student Chris Morales who was announced as one of five winners of the "Seattle's Child" kids' poetry contest in honor of Poetry Month in April.
Director of Bands Jonathan Boysen was announced by the GRAMMY Museum as a quarterfinalist for the 2022 Music Educator Award.
Each year, the EC string orchestra honors one graduating senior with a feature piece.
Senior Bryn Hotes was announced at the winner of the 2021 Congressional Art Competition for Washington’s 1st District by Congresswoman Suzan DeleBene (WA-01).
We are pleased to congratulate the Class of 2021 on their outstanding achievements as they graduate from Eastside Catholic School.
Eastside Catholic Drama is pleased to present two shows, "Bad Auditions on Camera" and "13 Ways to Screw up Your College Interview," on Sunday, May 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.