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Open House--Nov. 6
The McNicholas
Open House
will be
Sun., Nov. 6 from 1-3 p.m
. Families of students in 5th -8th grade will receive a personal one-on-one tour of our campus. No reservations required.
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School News
Financial Aid applications for 2017-18 year due November 18
Families in need of financial aid must apply every year through FACTS Financial Aid Division. For the 2017-2018 school year, financial aid applications are due on November 18, 2016. All existing and incoming families may apply for financial aid. For incoming families, you must have an application on file with the admissions office prior to applying for aid in order to be considered.
Click here for more information.
Sophomore and junior test prep day on Mon., Nov. 7; freshmen and seniors no school
On Mon. Nov. 7, McNicholas will administer the PreACT™ to our sophomores. We have also partnered up with Torch Prep which is a company that specializes in ACT test preparation. On that same day, we will be administering an older ACT test to our junior class through Torch Prep that will give all of our juniors a diagnostic report with the areas of need to improve their score on the ACT. Freshmen and seniors will have no school on Mon., Nov. 7 while the sophomore and juniors complete this important testing.
Used Uniform Sale Update
Thank you for your donations to the Used Uniform Sale! Currently we do not have enough winter items to warrant holding a Cold Weather Sale, so look for used winter, spring, and fall items at the Used Uniform Sale at the end of the school year. New items may still be purchased in the Rocket Shop. Meanwhile, the bin will remain in the office throughout the year to collect any used items that still meet the dress code. (Please do not donate articles with individual names on them as they will not resell.)
T-Shirt Quilts for Christmas
Give us your t-shirts and we spin them into beautiful quilts. Makes a great Christmas gift. Place your order before November 1 to guarantee Christmas delivery. If we receive 10 or more orders from McNick families we will donate 10% back to your school through PTSA. Pricing based on total blocks, $12 per square.
Weekend Quilts, 7243 Beechmont Avenue, 513-231-0643.
Class of 2017 graduation date and time announced
The Class of 2017 will celebrate its commencement on Sun., May 21, 2017, at 7 p.m. at the Taft Theatre. Doors will open at 6 p.m.
Stop.Think.Connect.
So far this month we have highlighted the following day to day aspects of being cyber aware:
- How to avoid downloading malware.
- How to handle unsolicited calls from "tech support" groups".
- How to safely connect to Wi-Fi when I'm on the go.
Parents, this is probably one of the most important things you can do for your children. It is never too late to have this discussion with your teenager or any younger child in your home. They can never hear it too many times! Take a few minutes to review this video and put it into action.
Author Sarah Domet '96 to visit campus, sign books
On Thurs., Oct. 20, McNicholas will welcome author
Sarah Domet '96 to speak to AP English and creative writing classes. Domet is in town to promote her new book The Guineveres and will sign copies at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Rookwood on Thurs., Oct. 20 at 7 p.m.
Polly Sandmann Scholarship Reception
Friends and family of Polly Powers Sandmann '79 invite you to a special reception this Thurs., October 20 in the Cafe from 7-9 p.m. to help launch a scholarship in Polly's name. The Polly Sandmann Scholarship is being created to financially support students who are eligible for the SAIL program in memory of Polly's love for young people and her lifelong interest and commitment to educating them. Please contact
Mark Doran if you would like to attend or
click here to donate to the scholarship.
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Campus Ministry News
Friday Morning Mass
Fr. Dave Endres will be present this Friday, October 21
,
and
next Friday as well to celebrate the Eucharist in our school's chapel at 7:00 am.
All students, faculty, staff, and parents are welcome and invited to attend.
Respect Life Month
October is a month set aside by the U.S. bishops as a special time
in which we emphasize our Church's commitment to the sanctity
of
life from conception to natural death. It will once again be marked as a time for prayer and action, and the theme for this year
--in keeping with the
Jubilee Year of Mercy
that Pope Francis has proclaimed--is "
Moved by Mercy
."
How might we as individuals and as a community be
moved by mercy
to promote and renew a culture of life in our nation?
Class of 2020 Freshman Day of Renewal
Today, the Class of 2020 gathered for their first Day of Renewal and Reflection as an entire class. The day was led by the Campus Ministry team, additional members of the faculty and staff, and around 45 members of the senior class that discerned a call to accompany the first year students by serving as peer ministers for the day. The day included large and small group sessions, a Heritage Tour, and community building opportunities. The day concluded with Mass.
Kairos
Preparations are well underway for our school's 106th Kairos Retreat, which will take place at the Jesuit Spiritual Center in Milford from Tuesday, October 25
, through Friday, October 28. Over its now more than two decades at McNicholas, the Kairos Retreat experience has profoundly impacted the faith lives of thousands of McNicholas graduates. Kairos is an experience of authentic Christian community that is rooted in the sacramental life of the Church and through which students grow in intimacy with God and with one another through small group faith sharing, meditation and reflection, and faith witnessing by senior peer ministers and faculty members. A list of the students who will take part in Kairos 106 can be found here.
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Guidance/Counseling/College Readiness News
Robert A Cunningham Memorial Scholarship
Click here for more information on this scholarship for college-bound seniors demonstrating a commitment to volunteerism. Deadline is January 17, 2017.
Financial Aid Information Night
Due to the change of FAFSA availability and priority deadlines, we have changed our Financial Aid night to November 10 at 7 p.m. in the Cafe and Student Union.
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On Campus
Student Council Applications for Class of 2020
Freshman Elections for 2016-2017 Student Council will take place on November 3. In order to be considered for Student Council, you need to complete the
Student Council Application and email it to Mrs. Jones (
[email protected]) no later than 8 a.m. on Mon., Oct. 31.
Student Council develops leadership skills through planning and executing various activities that focus on service to the school and improving the quality of student life. Members must attend weekly meetings, participate in Student Council events, report progress to the student body, and abide by the Student Council Honor Code and the Student Council Bylaws. Student Council meets on Tuesdays at 7:10 a.m.
Members are appointed via an application and election process. All candidates will earn points for their application. These points will be added to the points they will earn through the election. The 10 candidates with the highest total points will be appointed as representatives of their class. The 10 representatives will then determine via discernment and voting who will serve as the Class President, Vice President, and Secretary. The remaining representatives will serve as Homeroom Representatives.
For students who would like more information before applying, there will be an informational meeting after school in Room 4 on Thursday, October. 20.
For further details, consult the Student Council Bylaws (page 5 of the application materials). No late applications will be accepted. See Mrs. Jones or a current member of the council if you have questions:
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Class of 2017
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Class of 2018
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Class of 2019
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Lauren Alvey
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Kennedy Brennan
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Emily Byrne
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Atticus Block
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Wade Brokamp
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Georgia Cheek
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Katey Byrne
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Cole Burdick
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Mark Dill
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Hunter Cole
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Skylar Lance
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Annabelle Fisher
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Carly Cullion
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Brett Liming
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Andrew Fogel
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Abby Hay
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Anthony Marraccini
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Andrew Geers
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Christiane Hazzard
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Natalie Martinez
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Liz Huber
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Jonathan Hazzard
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Lauren Mindrum
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Bente Joosten
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Molly Jorden
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Sami Moser
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Jill Tore
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Sean Kapp
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Nick Rosenbaum
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Nathan Rivard
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Zach Woodke
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McNick Ski Club registration
All students and families, friends and relatives, are encouraged to join PNS through McNick Ski Club. It is a 30% discount that we are offering through our club.
If you would like to use the club discount then:
- Go to www.perfectnorth.com
- Go to Club Name: McNicholas Ski Club
- Group Name: McNick
- Club Password:showtime
Important Dates for students:
2. Turned in to Ms. Gaskins:
Permission, Release and Medical Forms
Deadline: November 14
3. SKI CLUB Shirts/Sweatshirts, Spirit or Uniform Wear
Spirit Wear Designer is Senior Molly Jordon
Deadline: November 4 or sooner!
Band selling Access the City coupon books
Support the McNicholas Rocket Marching Band by purchasing Access the City Coupon Books. The book is full of coupons for restaurants, entertainment venues, car repair and more. Your purchase directly supports the McNicholas band program. The coupon books are $20 each and available at the concession stand, any band member, or by emailing We have access the city coupon books on sale at the concession stand, through a band kid or by emailing
[email protected]. Thank you for your support.
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Athletic News
Tickets for last home football game
The Rockets take on Alter Saturday, October 22 at 1:00 p.m. Pre-sale tickets will be sold at both lunches Thursday and Friday and in the athletic office--$5 for adults, $4 for students. All tickets at the gate are $6.00.
Rocket Tournament Action
Men's Soccer
Thursday, October 20 vs Mariemont at Mariemont 7:00 p.m.
Admission --$6
Volleyball
Thursday, October 20 at Blanchester vs Goshen at 5:30 pm. Winner advances to Saturday October 22 at 3:30 also at Blanchester.
Admission--$7
Cross Country
Saturday, October 22 at Voice of America Park.
Women's Soccer
Saturday October 22 vs Norwood at 5:00 pm. Admission is $6.00. The game is here at Penn Station Stadium following football. Since this game is an OHSAA event, McNicholas passes will not be accepted. All tickets are $6.
Meetings for upcoming sports tryout and seasons
Men's Basketball
There will be a mandatory sign-up and information meeting on Thurs., Oct. 20, in room 102 (Mr. Monahan's room) beginning at 2:50 p.m. The meeting will last no longer than 15 minutes. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please see Mr. Monahan sometime on Thurs., Oct. 20, to sign up and get the tryout information.
Swimming
Students interested in swimming should plan to attend a meeting this Friday, Oct. 21 after school in the Café.
Meghan Rack up for LaRosa's MVP of the Week
Senior Meghan Rack is an all-star soccer defensive specialist and helped the Rockets to a third straight GCL Co-Ed Central championship last year. She was 1st team all-conference, honorable mention all-city Div. II (Enquirer) and a Community Press area all-star. She was part of McNicholas' 2014 Ohio DII state championship team and has committed to the University of Dayton
. Vote for Meghan!
Dance Team fundraisers
City BBQ--Oct. 22
Boosters teams up with EBTH for fundraiser
The Athletic Boosters are partnering with Everything But The House (EBTH) to put a new spin on our traditional fundraiser by auctioning items donated by you! The Boosters are looking for donations of items valued over $150 including china, crystal, rare collectibles, furniture, designer handbags, rugs, jewelry, coins, tools, musical instruments, antiques, cars, and more. Drop-off days are October 29 and 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at McNicholas High School. Click here to view the flyer with more information.
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October is Respect Life Month
Join the Rockets for Life and support the dignity of the human person and the gift of life.
By working together, we can build a culture of life in our community and beyond.
Students for Life of America
On Mon., Oct. 5, two coordinators from Students for Life of America visited with members of the Rockets for Life Club to discuss developing pro-life leadership roles within the Rockets for Life Club. Anna Alguier, Great Lakes Regional Coordinator and Brenna (Hartwell) Lewis Appalachian Regional Coordinator met with students during both lunches.
Anna put her pro-life beliefs into practice during her time in college. She was involved in Purdue Students for Life for four years, and served as Chapter president her senior year. While serving as President, Anna doubled Purdue's on-campus events, pioneered Purdue Students for Life's first student banquet, started a Pregnant-on-Campus campaign and led the club in changing hearts and saving lives at Purdue.Appalachian Regional Coordinator.
Brenna is a 2012 McNicholas graduate, was a dedicated and active four year Rockets for Life member, President of Rockets for Life, Xavier University graduate and President of XU Students for Life. In her 8 years as a pro-life student, she has attended 8 Marches for Life in Washington, D.C., organized teams for a local annual pro-life 5k, collaborated with Pregnancy Resource Centers around Cincinnati.
Cupcakes for Life
Rocket for Life members made cupcakes on Mon., Oct. 10, to honor the lives of those not yet born. Cupcakes are a sweet way to get a conversation started and raise awareness about the issue of abortion.
Evening for Life
Thanks to the generosity of the English Family, members of the Rockets for Life as well as faculty and staff attended the Evening for Life on Thurs., Oct. 13 which was sponsored by the Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati group. The featured speaker was Scott Bomberger who was conceived as a result of a rape and his mother had the courage to carry him full term and give him up for adoption. He has a very powerful story and points out the importance of every life! His website is at
www.theradiancefoundation.org
Congratulations to the Pro-Life - Love Life Poster winners!
1st Place - Molly Jorden, senior
2nd Place - Brenna Threet, sophomore
3rd place - Taylor Collett, freshmen
Day of Silent Solidarity- Tuesday, October 25, 2016
McNichols students join those all across our nation choosing to give up their voices in solidarity with the over 3,000 lives taken by abortion every day, whose voices will never be heard. Are you wiling to lose your voice for just one day?
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In the community
Erdy Foundation Dinner, Dance, and Auction--November 19
The 12th Annual Nick Erdy Foundation Dinner, Dance, and Auction will be held Saturday November 19, at Norlyn Manor, 4440 St. Route 132 in Batavia. Doors open at 5:30 pm, and the dress is casual evening attire. The event will include an open bar, a silent auction, and dinner provided by Texas Roadhouse. The evening will also feature a DJ and dancing and a split-the-pot raffle. The cost is $60 per person$480 per table before Nov. 1. Click here for more information or to register.
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Rocket Shop Hours
The Rocket Shop will be open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 am to 3 pm when school is open.
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