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Seniors return changed from Appalachia Service Learning Trip
Twenty-three members of the Class of 2018 returned from the Appalachia Service Learning trip this past weekend. The students along with their five chaperones spent six days living, working, praying, laughing, and loving the people of Grainger County, Tennessee.
"My time in Grainger County absolutely changed my life. I wasn't completely sure what to expect walking in, and I had no idea how impactful the week ahead was going to be," senior Jillian Sennett said. "
The biggest change I had was definitely embracing the idea if living simply...I also learned the joy that serving others can bring. I learned so much from those who I had the opportunity to serve. I will bring home my newfound appreciation of being fully present with those that I am around. I will also bring home my new passion for service."
Director of Campus Ministry Jeff Hutchinson Smyth compiled this presentation reviewing the trip.
To view, click here.
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McNicholas volunteers assist athletes in National Veterans Wheelchair Games
This summer, Cincinnati was the host for the 37
th Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games (NVWG). Veterans from across the United States and even one team from Great Britain traveled to our city to compete in 18 adaptive sporting events such as swimming, bowling, trap shooting, basketball and quad rugby.
The games, which are co-sponsored by the Veterans Administration and Paralyzed Veterans of America, rely on thousands of volunteers to run smoothly, and 167 of those volunteers were students, coaches, former teachers, past and current parents, and alumni from Archbishop McNicholas High School. Former McNicholas teacher and NVWG volunteer coordinator Gwyn Bush as well as the McNicholas Service Club and a number of began recruiting volunteers in the spring to help with the event.
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Our 32nd Annual Walk Day is coming up Friday. Students should report to school at the usual time and will be dismissed after checking into the school following their participation in the walk.
Early Dismissal
will vary with how fast each student walks/runs the courses
but the estimated dismissal times are:
$37,000 and under = 10K course; Noon
$37,001 = 5K course; 11 a.m.
$44,000 = 1 mile course; 10:30 a.m
Walk Day donations help with the school's most critical needs. To ensure your donation receives tax credit, please make sure you write a check, or this year you can donate electronically using this link.
Homecoming Court
Congratulations to the following seniors who have been nominated by their classmates for Homecoming Court. The Homecoming King and Queen will be announced during halftime of the McNicholas vs. Carroll football game.
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Men of Homecoming Court
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Women of Homecoming Court
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Wade Brokamp
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Haley Adkins
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Cole Burdick
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Kiley Byrne
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Timothy Diana
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Janie Ferris
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Mason Elmer
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Skyler Lance
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Scott Hickman
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Natalie Martinez
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Mitchell Kling
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Jordan McCormick
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Soren Koch Hutchinson
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Lauren Mindrum
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Anthony Marraccini
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Samantha Moser
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Joseph Miller
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Taylor Osborne
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Nicholas Rosenbaum
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Maria Randolph
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Samuel Venneman
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Grace Turner
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No Homecoming Photos at The Anderson Center
The Anderson Center will be hosting a wedding celebration on Saturday, Sept. 30. Consequently, the facility will not allow groups wanting to take homecoming dance photos on the grounds or in the center. Thank you for your cooperation.
Coming up for the rest of the Homecoming Week
Thursday, Sept. 28
- USA Day - Come decked out in your Red, White, and Blue. (Best dressed judging during advisory bell)
- 9-Square competition during lunch.
- Final day for Walk Day donations to count toward rewards
- Purchase Homecoming Dance tickets for $10 each/ $20 for two at lunch
Friday, Sept. 29
- Extreme Spirit Day - Pull out all your Rocket paraphernalia and show your pride.
- Pep Rally at Penn Station Stadium.
Participants, helpers, and court arrive at the field by 7:25 a.m.
- WALK DAY - Early Dismissal depending upon how much Walk Day donations bring in; will vary with how fast each student walks/runs the courses but the estimated dismissal times are:
$37,000 and under = 10K course; Noon
$37,001 = 5K course; 11 a.m.
$44,000 = 1 mile course; 10:30 a.m
- Freshmen vs. Sophomore kickball game 5:00 p.m. @ Penn Station Stadium
- Junior vs. Senior Powderpuff game 6:15 p.m. @ Penn Station Stadium
- Bonfire & Movie Night from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. @ Paradise Pavillion--s'mores and a movie; bring your friends and a blanket!
Saturday, Sept. 30
- Game Day: McNick vs. Carroll 1:00 p.m. @ Penn Station Stadium
Homecoming King and Queen announced at halftime
- Homecoming Dance: 8:00 - 11:00 p.m. @ McNicholas High School Main Gym
Students must arrive no later than 8:30 p.m., and may not leave before 10:30 p.m. Students who have purchased a ticket and have not arrived at the dance by 8:30 p.m. will have their parents or guardians called . This is for safety and accountability.
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Campus Ministry
Friday Morning Mass
With the extraordinary schedule for this coming Friday, September 29's Walk Day, there will be no Friday morning Mass in the chapel.
Fr. Dave Endres will return to preside at the Friday morning Mass on October 6, 13, and 20. All are welcome and invited to attend.
Because of other commitments for each of the three priests that preside with us, there will be no Friday morning Mass on Friday, October 27.
Daily Rosary in the Chapel
Members of the McNicholas community will gather Monday through Thursday at 7:10 in the Chapel for daily rosary. All are welcome to join!
All School Mass
We will gather at 10:30 am this coming Wednesday, October 4 in order to celebrate the Memorial of St. Francis Assisi in the sanctuary of Guardian Angels parish, which is located directly across Beechmont Avenue from our campus. As with each of our all school liturgies, parents and family of students are always welcome to join us. Fr. Clifford Hennings, a Franciscan priest who serves as Associate Pastor of St. Monica-St. George parish will preside.
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Be a part of the Rocket Community!
October is Respect Life Month
Rocket for Life plans for Respect Life Month
All member of the McNicholas community are welcome to participate in these important events.
- March for Life Meeting- Mandatory on Thursday, September 28 from 7:00- 7:30 a.m. in Room 309 Convent.
- Cincinnati Right to Life Evening for Life is October 12, 2017 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45246. Thank you to the Marge and Ed English for sponsoring the Rockets for Life for this event.
- Life's 5th Quarter Mass and Rosary Walk to Planned Parenthood on October 30, 8:00- 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name Church on Auburn Ave.
- You're invited to join our Rockets for Life team at the Cincinnati Right to Life Pro-Life Saver and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Lunken Airport Playfield. Volunteers needed to form a McNicholas team, work with children at Kid's Dash and do face paintings for children.
- Mark your calendars! The annual March for Life is January, 19. We will leave the evening of January 18 for a send off ceremony and prayer service at Good Shepherd Church, attend a youth rally/Mass and March for Life, visit with our congressmen, stop in West Virginia for a youth retreat and dinner. We return early Saturday morning.
- Want to join the Rockets for Life? Contact tcanisalez@mcnhs.org
Annual Pro-Life Poster Contest
Pro-Life Poster Contest going on now! Deadline for entries is October 11.
Please Join Us!
PTSA hosts introductory meeting
Show your school spirit and love for your Rocket by joining us at the next PTSA Meeting!
- Meet new friends and renew Rocket friendships !
- Learn about upcoming PTSA events and how to volunteer!
- Share your new ideas!
Tuesday, October 10 at Water Tower Fine Wines
6136 Campus Lane (across from the Water Tower)
Meeting starts at 6:15 p.m., Buffet starts at 7:00 p.m.
Homemade sourdough pizza , salad, dessert and glass of wine
Cost $15 per person
Parking for events on Monday, October 9
Monday, October 9 will be a very busy day on campus. To ensure there is plenty of parking for all events, please click here and follow the guidelines for parking that day. Thanks you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Athletics
Fall schedules and results
Women's volleyball senior night and Grade School Night --Oct. 10
Women's Volleyball will celebrate the four teammates of the Class of 2018 at Senior Night on October 10 when the teams take on Badin. Grade School Night is also that night. Future Rockets in grades K-8 receive FREE admission. Games start at 4:30 p.m.
Three Rockets up for Enquirer Athlete of the Week
McNicholas has three athletes nominates for Enquirer Athletes of the Week:
- Cole Burdick, football
- Bryce Fisher, men's golf
- Sydney Mallaley, women's golf
Click here to cast your vote!
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Rocket attire
Rocket Shop
The Rocket Shop is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. when school is in session.
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In the Community
Orange Leaf offers McNicholas students discounts
Orange Leaf is providing Archbishop McNicholas High School students a few discount days this week:
Friday, September 29 - McNicholas Rockets Spirit Night
Visit Orange Leaf wearing your Rockets spirit wear and receive 15% off your purchase.
Saturday, September 30 - McNicholas Homecoming Discount
Visit Orange Leaf and show us your Homecoming Dance Ticket at check out and receive 15% off your purchase.
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