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![McNicholas High School cheerleaders welcome Rockets with sign.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632238579/mcnhsorg/xycrdmkbauwknkfjnpzx/homecoming.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632238579/mcnhsorg/xycrdmkbauwknkfjnpzx/homecoming.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632238579/mcnhsorg/xycrdmkbauwknkfjnpzx/homecoming.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1632238579/mcnhsorg/xycrdmkbauwknkfjnpzx/homecoming.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1632238579/mcnhsorg/xycrdmkbauwknkfjnpzx/homecoming.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1632238579/mcnhsorg/xycrdmkbauwknkfjnpzx/homecoming.jpg","width":2200}])
Plans are in the works for a weekend of festivities to celebrate Homecoming! We will kick off the celebration with a Homecoming Field Day & Pep Rally during the school day on Friday, Oct. 8. Students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m. That evening, all members of the McNicholas family are invited to the Homecoming football game at Penn Station Stadium.
![McNicholas High School's three National Merit Semifinalists]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631707253/mcnhsorg/gem7j7zewctyjaq9pjwk/McNicholasNationalMeritSemifinalists2021.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631707253/mcnhsorg/gem7j7zewctyjaq9pjwk/McNicholasNationalMeritSemifinalists2021.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631707253/mcnhsorg/gem7j7zewctyjaq9pjwk/McNicholasNationalMeritSemifinalists2021.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1631707253/mcnhsorg/gem7j7zewctyjaq9pjwk/McNicholasNationalMeritSemifinalists2021.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1631707253/mcnhsorg/gem7j7zewctyjaq9pjwk/McNicholasNationalMeritSemifinalists2021.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1631707253/mcnhsorg/gem7j7zewctyjaq9pjwk/McNicholasNationalMeritSemifinalists2021.jpg","width":2200}])
McNicholas High School is proud to announce that seniors Ethan Koran, Erin McManus, and Jason Munzel are semifinalists in the 2021 National Merit® Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) program. Semifinalists represent the top 1% of seniors nationwide based on the results of the PSAT/NMSQT test the students took as juniors.
![McNicholas seniors celebrate Senior Sunrise.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631034141/mcnhsorg/ki8ypqsb8leop4tu4zne/s4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631034141/mcnhsorg/ki8ypqsb8leop4tu4zne/s4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631034141/mcnhsorg/ki8ypqsb8leop4tu4zne/s4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1631034141/mcnhsorg/ki8ypqsb8leop4tu4zne/s4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1631034141/mcnhsorg/ki8ypqsb8leop4tu4zne/s4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1631034141/mcnhsorg/ki8ypqsb8leop4tu4zne/s4.jpg","width":2200}])
The Class of 2022 gathered for prayer and play as part of Senior Sunrise, a tradition that marks the beginning of their final year at McNicholas High School
![McNicholas senior wins science award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631037462/mcnhsorg/gxdvzt3zl4z2t6lks8ix/PhysiciansCharitableFoundationWinner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631037462/mcnhsorg/gxdvzt3zl4z2t6lks8ix/PhysiciansCharitableFoundationWinner.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1631037462/mcnhsorg/gxdvzt3zl4z2t6lks8ix/PhysiciansCharitableFoundationWinner.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1631037462/mcnhsorg/gxdvzt3zl4z2t6lks8ix/PhysiciansCharitableFoundationWinner.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1631037462/mcnhsorg/gxdvzt3zl4z2t6lks8ix/PhysiciansCharitableFoundationWinner.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1631037462/mcnhsorg/gxdvzt3zl4z2t6lks8ix/PhysiciansCharitableFoundationWinner.jpg","width":1780}])
Congratulations to senior Erin McManus who was awarded the Junior Science Award from the Mercy Health – Anderson Hospital’s Physicians Charitable Foundation.
![McNicholas student poses with the goldfish she trained as part of her award-winning State Science Fair project.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1629911070/mcnhsorg/vb4zjb8vlqnt9jyeuyvq/statesciencefair.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1629911070/mcnhsorg/vb4zjb8vlqnt9jyeuyvq/statesciencefair.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1629911070/mcnhsorg/vb4zjb8vlqnt9jyeuyvq/statesciencefair.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1629911070/mcnhsorg/vb4zjb8vlqnt9jyeuyvq/statesciencefair.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1629911070/mcnhsorg/vb4zjb8vlqnt9jyeuyvq/statesciencefair.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1629911070/mcnhsorg/vb4zjb8vlqnt9jyeuyvq/statesciencefair.jpg","width":2200}])
Junior Gia Guessford presented her project at the State Science Fair this summer where she scored a superior rating and won first prize for the Milt Austin Aquatic Science Award.
![McNicholas welcomes Father Kevin as School Chaplain]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1627674628/mcnhsorg/nbfpuoegv0owhik7i0fo/fatherkevin.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1627674628/mcnhsorg/nbfpuoegv0owhik7i0fo/fatherkevin.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1627674628/mcnhsorg/nbfpuoegv0owhik7i0fo/fatherkevin.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1627674628/mcnhsorg/nbfpuoegv0owhik7i0fo/fatherkevin.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1627674628/mcnhsorg/nbfpuoegv0owhik7i0fo/fatherkevin.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1627674628/mcnhsorg/nbfpuoegv0owhik7i0fo/fatherkevin.jpg","width":1920}])
McNicholas is excited to welcome Father Kevin Scalf of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood as School Chaplain and Theology Teacher.
![New McNicholas faculty and staff members receive a blessing during the faculty's opening mass.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1629225501/mcnhsorg/fp7e6bafdvfxj1ua5ifi/newfacultyblessing.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1629225501/mcnhsorg/fp7e6bafdvfxj1ua5ifi/newfacultyblessing.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1629225501/mcnhsorg/fp7e6bafdvfxj1ua5ifi/newfacultyblessing.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1629225501/mcnhsorg/fp7e6bafdvfxj1ua5ifi/newfacultyblessing.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1629225501/mcnhsorg/fp7e6bafdvfxj1ua5ifi/newfacultyblessing.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1629225501/mcnhsorg/fp7e6bafdvfxj1ua5ifi/newfacultyblessing.jpg","width":2200}])
Please join us in welcoming eleven new faculty and staff members to the McNicholas family, many of whom are filling new positions in our growing community.
![, McNicholas High School Big Read pick]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623862580/mcnhsorg/pmq3bbillzazgrwvkwdk/whattheeyesdontseethumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623862580/mcnhsorg/pmq3bbillzazgrwvkwdk/whattheeyesdontseethumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623862580/mcnhsorg/pmq3bbillzazgrwvkwdk/whattheeyesdontseethumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1623862580/mcnhsorg/pmq3bbillzazgrwvkwdk/whattheeyesdontseethumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1623862580/mcnhsorg/pmq3bbillzazgrwvkwdk/whattheeyesdontseethumb.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1623862580/mcnhsorg/pmq3bbillzazgrwvkwdk/whattheeyesdontseethumb.jpg","width":2200}])
McNicholas is excited to announce the Big Read for Summer 2021, What the Eyes Don't See by Mona Hannah-Attisha.
![McNicholas graduate receives alumni medal.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623863268/mcnhsorg/oaiycr0wyrxl6juyqw2k/Graduationthumb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623863268/mcnhsorg/oaiycr0wyrxl6juyqw2k/Graduationthumb.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1623863268/mcnhsorg/oaiycr0wyrxl6juyqw2k/Graduationthumb.png","width":671}])
Congratulations to our newest graduates who received their diplomas at the PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center.
![stack of pen pal letters]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624464368/mcnhsorg/wapobtsn1ainwyqfpc1w/PenPalLetters.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624464368/mcnhsorg/wapobtsn1ainwyqfpc1w/PenPalLetters.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624464368/mcnhsorg/wapobtsn1ainwyqfpc1w/PenPalLetters.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1624464368/mcnhsorg/wapobtsn1ainwyqfpc1w/PenPalLetters.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1624464368/mcnhsorg/wapobtsn1ainwyqfpc1w/PenPalLetters.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1624464368/mcnhsorg/wapobtsn1ainwyqfpc1w/PenPalLetters.jpg","width":2200}])
SAIL students connected with 69 alumni between the Classes of 1960 and 1972 through a pen pal program.
![Mr. John Norman leads a service-learning trip to Nicaragua.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623858846/mcnhsorg/iyvevpyft3dooriharf7/NormInNicawKids.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623858846/mcnhsorg/iyvevpyft3dooriharf7/NormInNicawKids.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623858846/mcnhsorg/iyvevpyft3dooriharf7/NormInNicawKids.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1623858846/mcnhsorg/iyvevpyft3dooriharf7/NormInNicawKids.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1623858846/mcnhsorg/iyvevpyft3dooriharf7/NormInNicawKids.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1623858846/mcnhsorg/iyvevpyft3dooriharf7/NormInNicawKids.jpg","width":1719}])
After 45 years of service, Mr. John Norman taught his last class at McNicholas High School and exited the school building amidst the cheering of students and staff.
![Linoleum print of Mary holding Jesus, made by McNicholas artist]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623859431/mcnhsorg/mli8rgmuihw8gdgm0f8c/lucysquare.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623859431/mcnhsorg/mli8rgmuihw8gdgm0f8c/lucysquare.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623859431/mcnhsorg/mli8rgmuihw8gdgm0f8c/lucysquare.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1623859431/mcnhsorg/mli8rgmuihw8gdgm0f8c/lucysquare.jpg","width":980}])
Congratulations to freshman artist Lucy Timko whose artwork was selected as one of twelve designs for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Bicentennial Holy Cards.
![Senior recognized with Spirit of Dorothy Stand Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623860043/mcnhsorg/adt689bjgi6jie7anjir/DorothyStangthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623860043/mcnhsorg/adt689bjgi6jie7anjir/DorothyStangthumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623860043/mcnhsorg/adt689bjgi6jie7anjir/DorothyStangthumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1623860043/mcnhsorg/adt689bjgi6jie7anjir/DorothyStangthumb.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1623860043/mcnhsorg/adt689bjgi6jie7anjir/DorothyStangthumb.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1623860043/mcnhsorg/adt689bjgi6jie7anjir/DorothyStangthumb.jpg","width":2200}])
Senior Bella Dawson received the Spirit of Sr. Dorothy Stang Award for exemplifying Sr. Dorothy’s values, including outreach to others and care for creation.
![McNicholas architecture students compete in egg drop competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623860503/mcnhsorg/ljulnzbfr4suymd1dqyi/egg2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623860503/mcnhsorg/ljulnzbfr4suymd1dqyi/egg2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623860503/mcnhsorg/ljulnzbfr4suymd1dqyi/egg2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1623860503/mcnhsorg/ljulnzbfr4suymd1dqyi/egg2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1623860503/mcnhsorg/ljulnzbfr4suymd1dqyi/egg2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1623860503/mcnhsorg/ljulnzbfr4suymd1dqyi/egg2.jpg","width":2200}])
Ms. Mel Gaskins, recent recipient of the Scholastic Educators Art Award, and her Architecture students tested the design of their egg drop contraptions.
![Ceramic pieces from McNicholas artists in the kiln waiting to be fired]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623856645/mcnhsorg/erugg8uezrxlrmbkgbl5/VirtualArtshowthumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623856645/mcnhsorg/erugg8uezrxlrmbkgbl5/VirtualArtshowthumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623856645/mcnhsorg/erugg8uezrxlrmbkgbl5/VirtualArtshowthumb.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1623856645/mcnhsorg/erugg8uezrxlrmbkgbl5/VirtualArtshowthumb.jpg","width":1197}])
COVID may have put a stop to our traditional annual Art Show, but it has not limited the creativity, productivity, or talent of our Rocket artists!
![McNicholas senior signs letter of intent to run track and cross country at Chatham College.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623858068/mcnhsorg/s8fih03e0jh7v7mujocf/lc.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623858068/mcnhsorg/s8fih03e0jh7v7mujocf/lc.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623858068/mcnhsorg/s8fih03e0jh7v7mujocf/lc.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1623858068/mcnhsorg/s8fih03e0jh7v7mujocf/lc.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1623858068/mcnhsorg/s8fih03e0jh7v7mujocf/lc.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1623858068/mcnhsorg/s8fih03e0jh7v7mujocf/lc.jpg","width":2200}])
Three student athletes participated in an additional celebratory Signing Day, making a total of 12 student athletes from the Class of 2021 to commit to college-level sports.
![McNicholas senior commits to The University of Notre Dame]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1623856251/mcnhsorg/zqxxfcbcufioajw3wskd/AcademicSigning2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1623856251/mcnhsorg/zqxxfcbcufioajw3wskd/AcademicSigning2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1623856251/mcnhsorg/zqxxfcbcufioajw3wskd/AcademicSigning2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1623856251/mcnhsorg/zqxxfcbcufioajw3wskd/AcademicSigning2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1623856251/mcnhsorg/zqxxfcbcufioajw3wskd/AcademicSigning2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1623856251/mcnhsorg/zqxxfcbcufioajw3wskd/AcademicSigning2.jpg","width":2039}])
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 Top 10 who were honored at an Academic Signing celebration.
![SNHS members judge science fair.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1619786337/mcnhsorg/hg62x2i3p5fqum1adnhx/SNHSservice.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1619786337/mcnhsorg/hg62x2i3p5fqum1adnhx/SNHSservice.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1619786337/mcnhsorg/hg62x2i3p5fqum1adnhx/SNHSservice.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1619786337/mcnhsorg/hg62x2i3p5fqum1adnhx/SNHSservice.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1619786337/mcnhsorg/hg62x2i3p5fqum1adnhx/SNHSservice.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1619786337/mcnhsorg/hg62x2i3p5fqum1adnhx/SNHSservice.jpg","width":2200}])
Thirteen students, who were inducted to the Science National Honor Society in September, have spent the school year providing science-related service.
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Twenty-three students were recognized for the ways that their artistic talents and creativity make our world more beautiful.
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Senior Anna Rahner has been named a semifinalist in the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, landing her among the top 0.0002% of graduating seniors in the United States.
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At McNicholas, we partner with professionals to give our students opportunities that build on classroom learning.
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The juniors and seniors celebrated Prom on Saturday, April 25 at Paul Brown Stadium with a fun night of dinner, dancing, and casino games.
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McNicholas theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee to sold out audiences.
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Rockets earn Superior and Excellent ratings in the Ohio Music Education Spring Solo & Ensemble Competition.
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On National Signing Day, McNicholas celebrates six student athletes and their intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
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Morgan Vogler, Class of 2017, speaks to faculty and students about taking steps toward sustainable living.
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Senior Isabella Bonner wins a Silver Medal in the National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition for her exceptional work in ceramics.
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The McNicholas St. Vincent de Paul Youth Conference helps members grow in compassionate leadership through service learning.
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McNicholas celebrates its 125th Kairos retreat.
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Students team up with CancerFree KIDS to fundraise for and spread awareness about childhood cancer. Rockets raised over $15,000.
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Jakob Tucker places second in the Ohio Poetry Out Loud competition.
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Seniors Ayden Bailey and Aimee Gauger are crowned king and queen of the 69th annual Mardi Gras.
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The gym floor inside McNicholas High School’s Larry Bogenschutz Gymnasium is named in honor of longtime basketball coach Jerry Doerger.
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Rockets present projects in COVID-safe science fair.
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Freshmen Amanda Braig and Taylor Ferenc and junior Shannon Whitely win Poetry Slam contest.
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Seniors Ian Philips and Madison Isaacs named Captain and Maid of Honor of the 69th annual Mardi Gras Ball.
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McNicholas Board of Limited Jurisdiction votes unanimously to approve a motion in favor of naming the main gym floor in honor of Coach Jerry Doerger.
![Martin Luther King quote with SVDP youth conference logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1616891185/mcnhsorg/k8svuwwvcvqe55r6ljf4/MKLandSVDP.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1616891185/mcnhsorg/k8svuwwvcvqe55r6ljf4/MKLandSVDP.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1616891185/mcnhsorg/k8svuwwvcvqe55r6ljf4/MKLandSVDP.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1616891185/mcnhsorg/k8svuwwvcvqe55r6ljf4/MKLandSVDP.png","width":1080}])
Rockets celebrate Martin Luther King Day by participating in a service learning opportunity through the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Ozanam Center.
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McNicholas recognizes three seniors on National Letter of Intent Signing Day.
