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13 students commit to pursuing degrees in art
13 students commit to pursuing degrees in art
Congratulations to the following students who participated in our art signing day on Thursday, April 11 to celebrate their intent to continue their academic and artistic careers. We can't wait to see what you will achieve!
Audrey Burt
BFA, Drawing and Painting
Cincinnati Art Academy
Amanda Braig
BFA, Architecture
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Avery Elliott
BFA, Illustration
Cincinnati Art Academy
Annabelle Dugle
BS, Industrial Design
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Mary Ganim
BFA, Fashion Design
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Veronica Huffman
BFA, Fashion Marketing & Management
Savannah College of Art & Design
Ryan Melcher
BFA, Architecture
University of Kentucky
Sheridan Threet
BFA, Fine Arts
University of Cincinnati, DAAP
Owen Lawler
BS, Prosthetic Design
Ohio State University
Walker Lewis
BFA, Animation
Northern Kentucky University
Cooper Steuer
BFA, Visual Communications
Northern Kentucky University
Alex Smith
BFA, Stage Management
Ohio University
Maria Halaby
BFA, Stage Management
Ohio University
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McNicholas High School proudly celebrates the Academic Top Ten of the Class of 2026, recognizing students who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in the classroom while making a lasting impact on the school community through leadership, service, and involvement.
Natalie Cox, Josephine Fortin, Sarah Hutchinson, Grace McCafferty, Lauren Radtke, Allison Runte, Addison Russo, Kaelin Timko, Kennedy Trapp, and Annemarie Wolfer.
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Yesterday, we celebrated our talented arts students during Arts Signing Day. The Class of 2026 includes seven students earning the Ohio Arts Honor Diploma, twelve students who studied art all four years at McNicholas, and nine students who will continue their education in an arts-related field. Congratulations to these talented young people!
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For Jolene Esz, teaching has never been just a job. It is a calling rooted in community, service, and a deep commitment to helping students grow. This year, that dedication was recognized in a meaningful way as she was named Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year.