Calendar

E 7:40 - 9:00

F 9:05 - 10:25

G 10:30 - 12:10
Lunch A 10:30-11:00
Lunch B 11:05-11:35
Lunch C 11:40-12:10

H 12:15 - 1:35

CREW 1:40 - 1:50

Pep Rally 1:55 - 2:30

Parents, please plan to join us on May 15 at 8 a.m. as we honor the academic accomplishments of our students, award community-based scholarships and departmental awards, and enjoy our students’ brilliant artwork on display. 

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.

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.

7:40- Report to A bell for announcements

7:45-9:15- A bell exam

9:30-11:00- B bell exam

11:00 Announcements and dismissal 

The cafe will be open for breakfast.  Library will close at 3 p.m.

7:40- Report to E bell for announcements

7:45-9:15- E bell exam

9:30-11:00- F bell exam

11:00 Announcements and dismissal 

The cafe will be open for breakfast.  Library will close at 3 p.m.

7:40- Report to G bell for announcements

7:45-9:15- G bell exam

9:30-11:00- H bell exam

11:00 Announcements and dismissal 

The cafe will be open for breakfast.  Library will close at 12 p.m.

This is a mandatory meeting for those participating in the Summer 2023 Europe Trip!

We will honor the 10 students who have achieved the highest weighted cumulative grade point averages in the Class of 2023, up to and including the third quarter of their senior year. The families of the honored students have been invited to attend.

Swing into spring with some upbeat tunes from the McNicholas Jazz Band, performing songs from Miles Davis, Marvin Gaye, Charlie Parker, and Louis Prima. Then kick back with the island sounds of our Steel Drum Band performing Yellow Bird, Island Walk, and Jamaica Farewell. All are invited to join us at 7 p.m. in the Café.

We have experienced several recent losses within the McNicholas family. As we support each other in our grief, Fr. Scalf Kevin, C.PP.S. would like to offer a special Mass on Wednesday, May 10 at 7 a.m. in the Chapel.  We will pray especially for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one or anyone who is loving someone who is grieving. Feel free to bring a photo, symbol, or memento of someone you would like to remember.

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 follow this link to sign up to help. Contact Todd Naumann with questions.

Parents, please plan to join us on May 15 at 8 a.m. as we honor the academic accomplishments of our students, award community-based scholarships and departmental awards, and enjoy our students’ brilliant artwork on display. 

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.

We will celebrate Baccalaureate Mass on Friday, May 19 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 2023 Graduation on May 21 at 2 p.m. at the MegaCorp Pavilion at 101 W. Fourth St., Newport, Kentucky.  

Each graduate will receive tickets for six guests and one complimentary parking voucher for MegaCorp parking garage located beneath the MegaCorp Pavilion. Guest seating is first-come first-served, not reserved. Tickets and parking passes will be given out during graduation practice on May 19. Additional parking is available in the MegaCorp parking garage for $5. 

Please note:

• Graduates and their families are responsible for their transportation to Graduation. Graduates should arrive at MegaCorp Pavilion 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. Text the code 52183GY23 to 90738 or visit https://galleries.photoday.io/ and enter the code to opt-in to view the commencement photos.
• 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 are invited to the 14th annual memorial service hosted by the McNicholas Military Memorial Committee. A continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. 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." Timing is approximate so please arrive no later than 9 a.m.  All are welcome to join us in honoring those who have lost their lives while defending our country.

Due to postseason successes, we need to cancel the all-sports portion of the Spring Sports Awards. Our volleyball team will be practicing, and our track athletes will be in Piqua for the qualifying rounds of the Regionals.  Please look for details from your coaches about team-specific celebrations.