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On the second Thursday of most months, we will use the extended CREW time for club meetings. Students who do not have a club meeting are permitted to arrive at the beginning of period A rather than at 7:40 a.m.
Please see our Daily Schedule page for more information.
CREW 7:40 - 7:55
Academic Awards 8:00 - 9:30
E 9:35 - 10:40
F 10:45 - 11:50
G 11:55 - 1:20
Lunch 1 11:55-12:20
Lunch 2 12:25-12:50
Lunch 3 12:55-1:20
H 1:25 - 2:30
Parents are invited to join us as we honor the academic accomplishments of our students and award community-based scholarships and departmental awards. For seniors, this includes receiving academic pins and recognition of honor society membership and four-year scholar designation. Honor society cords will be distributed by the moderators.
A 7:40 - 8:10
B 8:15 - 8:45
C 8:50 - 9:20
D 9:25 - 9:55
E 10:00 - 11:15
Lunch 1 10:00 - 10:25
Lunch 2 10:25 - 10:50
Lunch 3 10:50 - 11:15
F 11:20 - 11:50
G 11:55 - 12:25
H 12:30 - 1:00
Mass 1:05 - 2:30
This 8-bell day is the last class session for all classes except A and B which will meet on Tuesday, May 17. If seniors are not taking an exam in a class, they should return their textbooks during that time. If they are taking an exam, they can return textbooks during the exam period.
This is an ABCD block day. Seniors will attend A and B bells and be dismissed at 11 a.m.
Seniors will take exams for their EFGH classes. They are not required to arrive until their first exams begins and may leave after they finish their final exams for the day.
Seniors, do not miss or be late for an exam! Being late may result in penalties, and missing an exam will result in an exam grade of zero. Once you have completed your last exam of the day, please leave the building and the parking lot quietly since underclassmen will be in classes. If you have a free class period between exams, please report to the cafeteria for quiet study.
Seniors will take exams for their ABCD classes. They are not required to arrive until their first exams begins and may leave after they finish their final exams for the day.
Seniors, do not miss or be late for an exam! Being late may result in penalties, and missing an exam will result in an exam grade of zero. Once you have completed your last exam of the day, please leave the building and the parking lot quietly since underclassmen will be in classes. If you have a free class period between exams, please report to the cafeteria for quiet study.
All seniors are required to attend graduation practice on campus beginning at 10:15 a.m. Females should bring the shoes they will be wearing to graduation so that they can practice on the stairs.
During rehearsal, seniors will receive a packet that includes their six graduation tickets and one complimentary parking pass. After rehearsal, lunch will be provided.
We will celebrate Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Guardian Angels Church. This event is required for graduates; immediate family and grandparents are invited. Graduates should report to the McNicholas café in cap and gown by 5:45 p.m. Please leave all valuables with your family. After Mass, graduates and their families are invited to a reception in the McNicholas courtyard.
Proper Attire for Baccalaureate and Graduation:
- Young Women: Light-colored or white dress or skirt/dress slacks with a light-colored or white blouse; dress or skirt should not hang below the gown; dress shoes or sandals with heels (flip-flops or soccer sandals are NOT appropriate)
- Young Men: Dress slacks, dress shirt, tie, dark socks, and dress shoes; clean-shaven; no earrings
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2022 Graduation on May 22 at 2 p.m. at the PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation at 101 W. Fourth St., Newport, Kentucky. Each graduate will receive tickets for six guests and one complimentary parking pass. Guest seating is first-come first-served, not reserved. Tickets and parking passes will be given out during graduation practice on May 20. Additional parking is available in the PromoWest parking garage for $5.
Please note:
- Graduates and their families are responsible for their transportation to Graduation. Graduates should arrive at PromoWest Ovation by 1:15 p.m., wearing their caps, gowns, honor cords, and alumni medallions.
- Please leave all valuables with your family.
- There will be an opportunity for pictures until 1:30 p.m. when the graduates begin to line up. Pictures may also be taken after the ceremony.
- Lifetouch will be photographing during the event and photos will be available for purchase. Please complete this online form to receive a link the images once they are available.
- Graduates must return their gowns immediately after the ceremony.
Proper Attire for Baccalaureate and Graduation
- Young Women: Light-colored or white dress or skirt/dress slacks with a light-colored or white blouse; dress or skirt should not hang below the gown; dress shoes or sandals with heels (flip-flops or soccer sandals are NOT appropriate)
- Young Men: Dress slacks, dress shirt, tie, dark socks, and dress shoes; clean-shaven; no earrings
Requirements for receiving a diploma at the graduation ceremony
- earned the required 24 credit hours.
- passed English and Math for the year.
- passed Theology for both of the two semesters.
- passed World History for the year.
- have completed the required service hours.
- have settled all accounts with the Business Office.
- taken care of fines and have returned books, calculators, or athletic uniforms.
- returned your graduation gown after the graduation ceremony.
7:40 Report to A bell for announcements
7:50 – 9:20 A bell exam
9:40 – 11:10 B bell exam
11:10 – 11:40 Break
11:40 – 1:10 C bell exam
1:10 Announcements and dismissal
The cafe will be open for breakfast and during the break with a light lunch selection. Library will close at 3 p.m.
7:40 Report to D bell for announcements
7:50 – 9:20 D bell exam
9:40 – 11:10 E bell exam
11:10 – 11:40 Break
11:40 – 1:10 F bell exam
1:10 Announcements and dismissal
The cafe will be open for breakfast and during the break with a light lunch selection. Library will close at 3 p.m.
7:40 Report to G bell for announcements
7:50 - 9:20 G bell exam
9:40 - 11:10 H bell exam
11:10 Announcements and dismissal for the year! Have a great summer!
The cafe will be open for breakfast. Library will close at 12 p.m.
Other Events
We will honor the 10 students who have achieved the highest weighted cumulative grade point averages in the Class of 2022, up to and including the third quarter of their senior year. The families of the honored students have been invited to attend.
Alumni from the Classes of 2010 and forward are invited to a "Young Alumni" Social at APG in Anderson Township. The event is hosted by the McNicholas Alumni Association and includes a free pub-style buffet, a little trivia fun, and door prizes!
All students, parents, and friends of McNicholas are invited to begin the weekend with the celebration of the Blessed Sacrament in our chapel at 7 a.m. Our School Chaplain, Fr. Kevin Scalf, will preside.
Seniors will gather for a final evening of fun in Paradise (or the main gym, in case of rain) on May 6 from 6:30 – 9 p.m. The event is being planned by the senior leadership team and they are asking for parent help with food and games.
Please visit their signup genius to support this event and to help our seniors mark the “sunset” of their time at McNicholas. Please bring food donations and games to borrow at 6 p.m. to allow time for set-up. Contact Todd Naumann with questions.
6th and 7th grade students are invited to Penn Station Stadium for a fun-filled afternoon! Explore our state-of-the-art athletic facility, meet our students, play games with friends, snack on some ballpark fare, and cheer on the Rocket baseball and softball teams. Admission is FREE but registration is required.
All students, parents, and friends of McNicholas are invited to begin the weekend with the celebration of the Blessed Sacrament in our chapel at 7 a.m. Our School Chaplain, Fr. Kevin Scalf, will preside.
Parents are invited to join us as we honor the academic accomplishments of our students and award community-based scholarships and departmental awards. For seniors, this includes receiving academic pins and recognition of honor society membership and four-year scholar designation. Honor society cords will be distributed by the moderators.
All students, parents, and friends of McNicholas are invited to begin the weekend with the celebration of the Blessed Sacrament in our chapel at 7 a.m. Our School Chaplain, Fr. Kevin Scalf, will preside.
We will celebrate Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Guardian Angels Church. This event is required for graduates; immediate family and grandparents are invited. Graduates should report to the McNicholas café in cap and gown by 5:45 p.m. Please leave all valuables with your family. After Mass, graduates and their families are invited to a reception in the McNicholas courtyard.
Proper Attire for Baccalaureate and Graduation:
- Young Women: Light-colored or white dress or skirt/dress slacks with a light-colored or white blouse; dress or skirt should not hang below the gown; dress shoes or sandals with heels (flip-flops or soccer sandals are NOT appropriate)
- Young Men: Dress slacks, dress shirt, tie, dark socks, and dress shoes; clean-shaven; no earrings
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2022 Graduation on May 22 at 2 p.m. at the PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation at 101 W. Fourth St., Newport, Kentucky. Each graduate will receive tickets for six guests and one complimentary parking pass. Guest seating is first-come first-served, not reserved. Tickets and parking passes will be given out during graduation practice on May 20. Additional parking is available in the PromoWest parking garage for $5.
Please note:
- Graduates and their families are responsible for their transportation to Graduation. Graduates should arrive at PromoWest Ovation by 1:15 p.m., wearing their caps, gowns, honor cords, and alumni medallions.
- Please leave all valuables with your family.
- There will be an opportunity for pictures until 1:30 p.m. when the graduates begin to line up. Pictures may also be taken after the ceremony.
- Lifetouch will be photographing during the event and photos will be available for purchase. Please complete this online form to receive a link the images once they are available.
- Graduates must return their gowns immediately after the ceremony.
Proper Attire for Baccalaureate and Graduation
- Young Women: Light-colored or white dress or skirt/dress slacks with a light-colored or white blouse; dress or skirt should not hang below the gown; dress shoes or sandals with heels (flip-flops or soccer sandals are NOT appropriate)
- Young Men: Dress slacks, dress shirt, tie, dark socks, and dress shoes; clean-shaven; no earrings
Requirements for receiving a diploma at the graduation ceremony
- earned the required 24 credit hours.
- passed English and Math for the year.
- passed Theology for both of the two semesters.
- passed World History for the year.
- have completed the required service hours.
- have settled all accounts with the Business Office.
- taken care of fines and have returned books, calculators, or athletic uniforms.
- returned your graduation gown after the graduation ceremony.
All students, parents, and friends of McNicholas are invited to begin the weekend with the celebration of the Blessed Sacrament in our chapel at 7 a.m. Our School Chaplain, Fr. Kevin Scalf, will preside.
All are invited to the 13th annual memorial service hosted by the McNicholas Military Memorial Committee. The Legion Drill Team from the American Legion Post 484 will arrive at McNicholas between 9:15-9:30 a.m. for a short ceremony that includes a prayer, gun salute, and the playing of "Taps." Please arrive no later than 9 a.m. This event is open to the general public, and the committee provides a continental breakfast.
Athletics
6th and 7th grade students are invited to Penn Station Stadium for a fun-filled afternoon! Explore our state-of-the-art athletic facility, meet our students, play games with friends, snack on some ballpark fare, and cheer on the Rocket baseball and softball teams. Admission is FREE but registration is required.
Alumni
Alumni from the Classes of 2010 and forward are invited to a "Young Alumni" Social at APG in Anderson Township. The event is hosted by the McNicholas Alumni Association and includes a free pub-style buffet, a little trivia fun, and door prizes!
All are invited to the 13th annual memorial service hosted by the McNicholas Military Memorial Committee. The Legion Drill Team from the American Legion Post 484 will arrive at McNicholas between 9:15-9:30 a.m. for a short ceremony that includes a prayer, gun salute, and the playing of "Taps." Please arrive no later than 9 a.m. This event is open to the general public, and the committee provides a continental breakfast.