Prayers for peace

During the sophomore class Mass yesterday, Father Vince led them in prayer in remembrance of those who died in the September 11th, 2001 tragedies. He told the story of how one of his university professors told him to “be peace” for others and he challenged our students to do the same.

National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalist

The National Merit Scholarship Program honors individual students who show exceptional academic ability and potential for success in rigorous college studies. Congratulations to Lauren Tierney on her recent selection as National Merit Semifinalist. Only 1% of the nation’s high schools graduating seniors qualify as National Merit Semifinalist. Lauren earned this honor based upon her exemplary 2018 PSAT/SAT scores. Lauren now has the opportunity to continue on in the competition vying for the honor of National Merit Finalist and a National Merit Scholarship.  

MCC is a global community

Melbourne Central Catholic welcomed many new international students from around the world in August. The International Student Program provides an opportunity for students from around the world to be immersed in the American culture and receive a top-notch education in hopes of attending an American college or university. This, the 9th year of the school run international program, we welcomed students from more than eight different countries. These students live with host families that are their "American families". The host families made their annual trek to the airport to meet their student and welcome them to the United States. Most of their natural families have told Ms. Valencia they are thrilled their child is here and the host families have already become their second family.

International students lend a helping hand

Many students in the International Student Program had never experienced the potential of being in the middle of a massive hurricane. Although this was unnerving for many of them, it did not stop them from reaching out and helping neighbors prepare. The students in this picture were helping elderly neighbors who would not have been able to get their hurricane shutters up if it wasn't for the kindness of these MCC gentlemen. Thank you to these MCC international students for reaching out in their local neighborhoods and offering a helping hand!

Students enjoy an evening of fun and friendship

Before the hurricane scare, the MCC international peer mentor global ambassadors, the international students and their families got together for an evening of fun and friendship...and a little bowling. It was clear no one was going to go on the pro-bowling circuit but everyone had a ton of fun, getting to know each other and the host families also got to spend time with each other. The International Student Program and the peer mentor global ambassadors get together regularly to share their culture and develop strong friendships.

MCC Volleyball strives for excellence

MCC’s 2018 Volleyball teams were recently recognized for academic excellence by the American Volleyball Coaches Association. Congratulations girls! Keep up the great work!

Support Hurricane Dorian Relief

The Random Acts of Kindness Club will be holding a fundraiser next week. Our goal is to raise $2,500 for Hurricane Dorian relief. If every student donates $5 or more, we can reach our goal. If we achieve our goal of $2,500, MCC will MATCH the student contribution using the charitable donation MCC earned when winning the St. Teresa of Calcutta Award for Faith in Action. The students will also be given a school wide reward for raising these funds. Please consider participating in this important fundraiser. Announcements will be made next week instructing students where to turn in their money. Your participation is appreciated.