Welcome to the McNicholas Rocket family!
McNicholas celebrates the Class of 2024
Congratulations to our newest graduates who received their diplomas at the Taft Theatre on Monday, May 20.
Salutatorian Grace Fechtel and valedictorian Remington Holder shared reflections about their class’s graduation theme “resilience helps you find your brilliance.”
Grace challenged her class to remember the mission of our school as they embark on their futures: “It is my hope that my classmates use what we’ve learned at McNick to continue to serve and work towards attaining Full Stature in Christ.” She also reminded them to remember in difficult times that “everyone here is rooting for you. Even though we are graduating and moving on, our time as Rockets will always play a role in who we are and will be.”
Remy spoke about the bond he and his classmates have shared over their four years together. “For better or worse, the very people who surround you, the friends you have made, and those you have lost, have all made an indelible impact on the person you are and the person you are sure to become.” He encouraged them to continue to carry that impact with them in life and “forever hold pride in being able to call yourself a Rocket.”
McNicholas alumni and social studies teacher Mr. Pat Stricker called for these Rockets to continue their brilliance as they go off into the world. “Graduates of the Class of 2024, you are the leaders of our future. Strive to be compassionate leaders that challenge the status quo. Go accomplish something great and do it with humility and kindness.”
Congratulations to all members of the Class of 2024, including these special award winners:
Archbishop McNicholas Memorial Award
Calla Garretson & Remington Holder
Christian Leadership Award
Amanda Zerhusen & Joseph Thomas
Rasper Service Award
Alex Smith
Outstanding Service Awards
Amanda Braig
Carly Kent
Maria Billies
Hannah Frede
Owen Lawler
Maria Ramundo
Ty Spitzmiller
Andrew Wesselkamper
Taylor Ferenc
Aidan Garvin
Principal’s Award
Grace Fechtel & Isaac White
Academic Top Ten
Remington Holder – 1st
Grace Fechtel – 2nd
Calla Garretson – 3rd
Congratulations to the athletes who participated in our Winter Signing Day on Feb. 5, 2025 to celebrate their intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
McNicholas students celebrated Catholic Schools Week with a school-wide day of service. This Day of Christian Charity is just one example of the McNicholas commitment to enthusiastic giving and serving our neighbors in the spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph
Congratulations to seniors Tyler Munzel and Katherine Noble who have been named Captain and Maid of Honor of the 73rd annual Mardi Gras Ball. This announcement officially kicks off the Mardi Gras season at McNicholas which culminates in the annual Mardi Gras Pageant on Sunday, Feb. 16.