Reminders and news from Archbishop McNicholas High School--January 10, 2018
2018 Mardi Gras Court and Honor Guard announced


T he Annual Mardi Gras Pageant and Ball, the most prestigious student event of the year at Archbishop McNicholas High School, honors 40 senior students who have given their time and talents in service to the school and community throughout their high school experience. During the evening ceremonies, a Mardi Gras King and Queen are crowned. The King and Queen are the highest vote getters amongst the senior class. 

The Captain of the Ball receives the second highest votes among young men in the senior class. The Maid of Honor receives the second highest votes among young women in the senior class. The Senior Court consists of the top 20 young men and top 20 young women who have actively participated in school events and organizations. Membership on the Court is a result of four years of compiled voting from students and faculty. The top four sophomore and junior young men and women constitute the honor guard.

This week's announcement of the Captain of the Ball and Maid of Honor kicks off the Mardi Gras season at McNicholas. For a full list of the Court, Junior Honor Guard, and Sophomore Honor Guard, please click here.
School News

Calendar notes 

Thurs., Jan. 18--Block Day E/F-G-H--8:40 a.m. start

Fri., Jan. 19--Block Day A-B-C-D

Thurs., Jan. 25--Class of 2022 registration--1:50 p.m. dismissal

Fri., Feb. 2--Teacher Inservice--No school

Mon., Feb. 12--No school

Mon., Feb. 19--No school

Campus Ministry

Friday Morning Masses
 Fr. Paul Ruwe will present this Friday, January 12, and also on Friday, January 19 to preside at the 7:00 am Mass in our school's chapel. There will not be a Friday morning Mass in the chapel on Friday, January 26.

Kairos 112
Please keep the participants in this week's Kairos 112 retreat. Click here for the participants. 

March for Life
Members of the Rockets for Life will  represent our community as witnesses for a culture of life at the March for Life in Washington D.C. on Friday, January 19. Please keep them in your prayers.

Rockets for Life host HK Derryberry
On January 18, the Rockets for Life will host a presentation by speakers HK Derryberry and Jim Bradford. We had the pleasure of hearing their story a few months ago and would like to share this gift with all of you. HK is a young man who has persevered through disability and blindness among many other challenges, yet he approaches life with positivity. HK's story is inspiring and sheds light on the dignity of every human life. His challenges may be different than our own but we can all relate to his eagerness to overcome. You can read more about him on his website here. 
 
More exciting news! Signed copies of their book, The Awakening of HK Derryberry,will be sold after the assembly for $10. If you are interested, please complete this surveyby Thursday so we know how many books we need. Or if you would like to purchase online you can go here!
Your support is appreciated!

Rocket Band selling Cincy Foodie Deck 
The Rocket Band is selling the  Cincy Foodie Deck as a fundraiser.  The deck is $20 each and offers $10 off at participating 52 restaurants.  Get yours from any band member or in the concession stand at basketball games. Contact Kathleen Thaman at  katiet1012@gmail.com .    Click here for a list of the restaurants.

Athletics

2018 Hall of Fame announced
Ronnie Ferris-Metzger '08
Pat O'Brien '99























McNicholas High School is proud to announce this year's inductees to the Hall of Fame:
  • Ronni Ferris-Metzger '08,  softball
  • Pat O'Brien '99,  baseball
  • John Buhr, Good Fellowship Award.  Athletic Booster
  • Dave Krusling,  Good Fellowship Award, Athletic Booster
 
Inductions will take place on Thursday, February 23 in the McNicholas Café and Student Union. Watch for invitations and reservations soon.

Winter Sports rosters and schedules
To stay up to date with the players and schedules of your favorite winter sports team,  
click here to visit the McNicholas website and the winter sports team pages.

Coaches needed 
McNicholas High School is looking for the following assistant coaches for the 2018 track and field season:
--Pole Vault 
--Throws
If you or someone you know might be interested please contact Head Coach Cat Lest at  clest@mcnhs.org.
PTSA

Please Join Us! 
Father Son Brunch on Sun., Jan. 28, 2018
The McNicholas PTSA will host its annual Father and Son Brunch on Sunday, January 28, at 9:30 a.m. in the Café. All fathers, grandfathers, special friends and sons are invited to a buffet breakfast and presentation.  
 
This year we are delighted to have as our special guest: 
Alex Meacham 
Former UC Basketball Player, Author, AAU Director and Sports Consultant 
 
Registration & Pictures:  9:30 AM
Buffet Breakfast:  10:00 AM
Cost:  $16
 
Watch for the registration information next week.
 
Please RSVP by Thursday 1/25/18, Questions: please contact Susan Szabo susan@quagmire.com 513-253-8873)

After Prom Meeting
The After Prom planning team will meet on Monday, January 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the library at McNick.  After Prom is one of the main events sponsored by the PTSA. It provides our students with a safe and fun activity that they look forward to all year. But, an event of this magnitude truly takes an army of volunteers to plan and pull off. If you are interested in chairing a committee, serving on a committee or helping to decorate, please join us. All volunteers are welcome! This is an incredibly rewarding event to be involved with and a great way to meet other McNick parents. Questions? Please contact  Kirsten   Hagenbarth  at  khagenbarth@gmail.com . We hope to see you on the 22nd!
In the community

Part-time job offer
Arnold Printing is looking for part-time help after school from 3 to 6 p.m.  Days are flexible. Contact Duff Arnold at 533-6900 for more information.

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