News and information from McNicholas High School--May 24, 2017
McNicholas is a family business
"By the grace of God, I teach and coach and lead McNicholas Rockets, Children of God, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews and cousins and grandchildren and best friends of other Rockets. McNicholas is a family business. You reminded me daily that in a universe that has been expanding in all directions at the speed of light for over 14.5 billion years, each of you is a unique being, once-in-a-forever, a miracle, created in the image and likeness of the most powerful force in that universe."
--Mr. Jeff Mulvey to the Class of 2017 in his graduation speech.

Congratulations to all the Archbishop McNicholas High School students on the completion of this school year! Have a safe and wonderful summer!

School News

Thurs., May 25
7:40 a.m. Students report to G Bell for announcements
7:45 - 9:15 a.m.---G Bell exam
9:35 - 11:05 a.m.---H Bell exam
11:05 a.m.---Announcements
11:10 a.m.--- Dismissal for Summer Break!!
The library will close at 11:40 a.m. 

Summer Reading Requirements
Students are required to read at least two books, one for English and one for social studies, over the summer. Please click here for book requirements and assignments. 





Parking for the 2017-2018 school year
Parking forms for next school year are now available.  All paperwork and fees must be turned in for a spot to be assigned. The fee is $75. Each student will be given a new permit sticker that must be displayed in their windshield.  Please turn in to Mrs. Rohlfs (in the Convent on the first floor) or the main office.

Uniform update for 2017-18
Uniform shorts not to exceed two inches above the knee in tan only will be permitted throughout the year. 

Important Upcoming Dates from the Tablet PC Help Desk
May 25
Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will be required to turn in their tablets to the library after final exam s . All student tablets must be turned in by May 26.
*Note: all files should be saved to OneDrive or backed up on a flash drive/SD card.  Tablets will be reimaged and files not backed up will be lost .
June 26-July 7
Class of 2018, 2019 and 2020 tablets will be available for pick up in the library only during the following dates/times:
June 26           9:00 am - 1:00 pm
June 27           5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
June 28           9:00 am - 1:00 pm
June 29           9:00 am - 1:00 pm
June 30           9:00 am - 1:00 pm
July 6               5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
July 7               9:00 am - 1:00 pm
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email Andy Ey.
On Campus
Rocket Shop Clearance Sale and Used Uniform Sale
Come out and grab some great deals at the Rocket Shop end of the school year sale on Saturday, June 3 from 9am-noon in the school lobby. Any questions please contact Erin Fullerton at [email protected] .

Used Uniform Sale donations are now being accepted in the office until the end of exam week!   Donate those no longer needed McNick uniforms or logo apparel to the Used Uniform Sale, to be held in conjunction with the Rocket Shop's Clearance Event on Sat. June 3 from 9-noon.  Please make sure donations are clean, and in good enough condition to meet the dress code--no stains, ripped or torn items, and please do not include personalized items.  Any non-saleable items will be donated, or recycled into rags.   If you have any questions please contact Kathleen Thaman   [email protected] 

Memorial Day service
The Military Memorial Committee will hold its annual memorial service at McNicholas High School on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29.  The Color Guard from the American Legion Post 484 will arrive at McNick between 9:00-9:30 am for a short ceremony that includes a prayer, gun salute and the playing of Taps. We ask that everyone arrive no later than 9 a.m.  This event is open to the general public, and the committee provides coffee, juice, donuts, etc. We hope that you will consider spending that morning with us to honor those who have served our country.
 

In the News
Guessford scores perfect score at State Science Fair
Freshman Aidan Guessford earned a superior rating and a perfect 80/80 score at the State Science Fair at The Ohio State University on May 13.  Guessford earned first prize in 2 out of 5 categories and won $1000 for his project entitled Growth Inhibition of  E. coli From Pure Garlic and Pure Ginger Extract. 





World language students' success on national exams
Congratulations to the many world language students from Archbishop McNicholas High School who attained national recognition for their excellent performance on the 2017 National Language Examinations. Students from Archbishop McNicholas High School have a long history of high achievement on these exams in Spanish, Latin, and French. Click here to see the results.

Attention needed
Class of 2018--Vaccine requirements for senior year
The Ohio Department of Health has changed the requirements for meningococcal vaccinations. With the start of the 2017-2018 school year, all pupils entering the 7 th , 8th and 12th grades are required to be vaccinated against meningococcal disease. One (1) dose of meningococcal vaccine (Menactra) is required prior to entry into the 7th grade. A second (2nd) dose of meningococcal vaccine is required PRIOR TO ENTRY into the 12th grade.   Click here for more information and to print out the form that needs to be completed and returned. Contact Mary Ann Christmann with any questions.
 

National Veterans Wheelchair Games--Final Volunteer Information

Team Archbishop McNicholas is 200 strong! THANK YOU ALL!! ALL VOLUNTEERS: READ this information thoroughly, and address any final questions you might have to Gwyn Bush, either phone (513-368-5573) or email ([email protected]). The Games are going to be a great success, thanks to the amazing paraplegic and quadriplegic athletes who personify this year's theme of "Life Without Limits" and to the over 2,500 volunteers who will be assisting throughout all 17 events. 


Fall Sports Information
If your son or daughter would like to participate in any of the following Fall Sports-- cheerleading, cross country, dance, football, golf, soccer, women's tennis, women's volleyball--they must complete the following PRIOR to the first day of mandatory practice.  
 
Forms
 All forms must be completed online at Final Forms.  The link to the forms will be emailed to you on June 6.
 
The following forms must be completed prior to the mandatory start date of July 31 for Football, August 1 for all other fall sports.  
 
  • Emergency Medical Authorization
  • Transportation Form
  • Concussion Form
 
Download a copy of the OHSAA physical form to be completed by your physician.  This form must be presented to your students coach prior to him or her participating in mandatory practice.
 
NOTE:  Mercy Health will offer pre-participation physicals for any athletes in grades 7-12 on Sat., June 3 from 8-10 a.m. at the Mercy Healthplex Anderson.  Physicals are $20 each, and McNicholas receives $10 for every McNicholas student participating.  Click here for more information.
 
Fees  
 First sport-- $225.  
One time per family per school year booster fee--$50. 
 
The OHSAA, McNicholas High School, and the Diocese of Cincinnati will not allow athletes to participate with their teams until all forms and fees are complete/paid.
 
Important dates
Fall Sports Picture Day
Saturday, August 5 beginning at 7:45 am.  
 Coaches will communicate their team's time slot and provide envelopes for your order.
 
Fall Sports Meet the Coach
Tuesday, August 8 at 6:30 pm.
One parent of each athlete is required to attend.  Athletes do not need to attend this meeting.
 
ACT test dates
 September 9 and October 28.
 
National Letter of Intent Signing days  
November 8, 2017;  February 7, 2018;  and April 11, 2018  
 Signings are held immediately after school at 2:45 pm in the library.
 
Admission prices
 The GCL is considering raising ticket prices for Football and Men's basketball to $7.00 at the gate. We should have a decision by August.  Be assured that if prices do go up, pre-sale will continue in those two sports.  
 
For schools that are fortunate enough to host baseball and softball at their schools, the GCL is considering allowing schools to charge admission for these games.
 
Season passes for all of our home athletic events will continue for the 2017-18 school year for the cost of $75 per person.  You can order your season passes through Final Forms. Payment may be made through Final Forms or by bringing a check to the Athletic Office.  Pass cards will be sent home through your students at the beginning of the school year, and all home events will have a list of passes purchased until the cards are distributed.


Athletics
Men's volleyball tournament at McNick Thursday
On Thurs., May 25 McNicholas will host the regional semi-finals in men's volleyball at  6:00 and 7:00 p.m. with the Rockets playing in the second match of the evening.    Opponents are still to be determined.  
Adults--$8.00
Students/senior citizens (65 & over)--$5.00
Kids under 5 are free.
**McNick athletic passes are not accepted for these games.  
 
Track moves on to regional competition
The girls team was 3rd overall at the district track meet this past weekend and will be taking multiple events to the regional meet this week. Only the top 4 athletes in each event move on to regionals, so please congratulate these athletes when you see them!
 
The regional qualifiers are:
  • Liz Huber was district champion in the high jump.
  • Meagan Taylor in high jump.
  •  Erica Gumbert in the discus.
  • the 4x800 relay team (Lilly Osterday, Emily Byrne, Sarah Burch and Meagan Taylor)
  • the 4x400 relay team (Rachel Jeffries, Meagan Taylor, Allyn Albers and Morgan Vogler)
  • Morgan Vogler also was district champion in the 100 m hurdles and the 300 m hurdles, where she re-broke both of her own school records and will compete this week at regionals. 
Boys team regional qualifiers:
  • Thomas Moore in the pole vault
  • 4x100 relay team (Ben Johnston, Evan Pour, Reese Jabin, Ben Wainscott)
  • 4x200 relay team (Ben Johnston, Evan Pour, Reese Jabin, Ben Wainscott)
  • Evan Pour in the 110 hurdles

Sports physicals offered June 3
Mercy Health will offer pre-participation physicals for any athletes in grades 7-12 on Sat., June 3 from 8-10 a.m. at the Mercy Healthplex Anderson.  Physicals are $20 each, and McNicholas receives $10 for every McNicholas student participating.  Click here for more information.

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