MCCHS Friday Focus

The 23/24 school year and Athletic seasons are off to a roaring start with a lot of excitement all around the Marian Family with the new year and teams competing day in and day out! We’ve had a lot of alumni come back over the past several weeks who haven’t been back in a long while. That is a sign of our school and coaches doing the right things. We are moving in the right direction with this school and the athletic department. The involvement from volunteers and parents has been incredible and I am so very thankful for that. If you want to be involved or help in anyway just ask. Believe it or not we always need help.

Fall season has been going extremely well. Our teams have been doing a great job on the court and fields, especially playing in a conference again. No, I’m not talking about the CCL or ESCC, we are playing in the Chicagoland Christian conference with schools more our size and competition level. We still have great competition in this new conference and I’m excited to see how all our teams compete. Our girls' tennis team has been dominating this season. They have completed regular season play in the conference without a loss. They will be regular season conference champs and look to win the conference tournament and continue to state. Both golf teams have been competing in the conference as well and both teams have several student athletes that should make state runs again as well. Volleyball and soccer have been doing a tremendous job respectively and will look to finish the season strong and look for regional titles. Football has had its best start in 5 years so far this season and have four conference games left. They are currently 3-0 in conference and will look to get to five wins to advance to the state playoffs for the first time in six years.

Being here at Marian is a blessing for me and my family, being back where it all started. We enjoy being at the events and making the Marian family our own again. You will continue to see my kids around the Marian campus at events and during the days because they are a big part of the reason I am here and enjoy having that family atmosphere back here at Marian. I invite you all to get to know me and my family as I will continue to get to know you and yours. Thank you for all the support and continued efforts to keep making Marian a great place to be.

Go Canes!

Mr. Cody O'Neill

Athletic Director

Thursday, October 26th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Teachers will be available for 10-minute meetings on these days. Conference times must be scheduled in advance (between Friday, October 13th at 8:00 am and Friday, October 20th at noon) through a link that will be provided soon.

Please note that conferences are scheduled on a first-come, first served basis but are not mandatory.

Stock up on your canes wear! On Target will be selling Spiritwear at Marian on Thursday evening, October 26th during conferences.

Grandparents play an important part in our students' lives! Marian Central Catholic High School would like to celebrate and honor our grandparents for all they do and the role they play in the lives of their grandchildren. Enjoy a day dedicated to our grandparents on Wednesday, October 18! Grandparents Mass is at 9:45am, followed by light refreshments and a tour of the school. Please pass along this event and have grandparents RSVP here.

Can't attend Grandparents' Mass, but want to receive invitations to special events and the Hurricane Alert magazine? Grandparents, share your info here.

Questions? Contact Mrs. Bordeaux at kbordeaux@marian.com

Juniors will have the opportunity to take a free practice ACT on Thursday, October 26th beginning at 12:30pm. The test will last until approximately 4:30pm. To register for the exam, please visit Revolution Prep's website. For more information, please contact either Mr. Wochner or Mrs. Diamond in the Guidance Office.

STANDARDIZED TESTING FOR FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 (non-attendance day for Seniors)

This will be a shortened school day and buses will arrive for pickup at noon.

Testing will begin promptly at 8:00am and students should arrive in their Marian uniforms. PSAT/NMSQT Testing for juniors will be completed at approximately 10:30am and PreACT Testing for freshmen and sophomores will be completed at approximately 11:45am. Specific testing information is provided below:

PREACT 8/9 & PREACT - freshmen will be taking the PreACT 8/9 and sophomores will be taking the PreACT. These are paper-and-pencil tests that provide valuable practice for the ACT test. They include multiple choice questions in English, reading, math and science. The score reports reveal current knowledge in each area as well as critical areas for improvement. In addition, there is a career interest inventory as part of the test that provides information about career possibilities and career suggestions.

• What students should bring to the PreACT Tests: 3 sharpened, No. 2 pencils with good erasers (no mechanical pencils), a watch for pacing (no phones), an approved calculator (ACT's calculator policy), students are allowed to bring a drink and snack for the break (if desired).
• ALL other items should be left at home, including cell phones and smartwatches.

PSAT/NMSQT - juniors will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT. This is a digital test that students will take on their laptops. Juniors MUST bring their laptops (fully charged) and charging cords to testing as the test will be taken on an app called Bluebook that has been uploaded to all junior's laptops. Prior to testing, juniors will perform test prep activities and will participate in a test preview to familiarize them with the Bluebook testing app. The test consists of 2, 1-hour sections, 1) Reading and Writing, and 2) Math with a break in between. It measures the knowledge and skills that students are learning in high school and that matter most for college and career readiness. More information for students can be found here: The PSAT/NMSQT – SAT Suite | College Board.

• What students should bring to the PSAT/NMSQT: fully charged laptop & charger, a pencil or pen, an approved calculator, students are allowed to bring a snack for the break (if desired)
• ALL other items should be left at home, including cell phones and smartwatches.

Testing results will be distributed to and reviewed with students as soon as they're available. If you have any questions about testing, please contact Mrs. Hilton, Guidance Director, at khilton@marian.com or 815-338-4220, ext. 121.

Seniors - don't forget to submit your height and weight through the Jostens site linked below to order a cap and gown no later than Tuesday, October 3rd. Each senior will receive a cap, gown and basic tassel at no cost. Cap and gown orders received after October 3rd will incur a fee.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. DiSilvio at ldisilvio@marian.com.

Click here to place your order.

Tuesday, October 3rd

6:00pm - 8:00pm

at Elgin Community College

AND

Thursday, October 5th

5:30pm - 7:30pm

at McHenry County College

Juniors and Seniors may attend these visits. Students must sign up for all visits in SCOIR and obtain permission from their teacher.

Monday 10/2: Bradley University-3rd Period

Tuesday 10/3: Purdue University-1st Period, St. Norbert College-3rd Period, Colorado State University-4th Period, Lake Forest College-8th Period, Edgewood College-9th Period

Wednesday 10/4: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach, FL)-9th Period

Thursday 10/5: Butler University-3rd Period, Central Michigan University-8th Period, Valparaiso University-9th Period, Loras College-10th Period, University of Florida-10th Period

Friday 10/6: Truman State University-4th Period

Seniors - The schedule is posted by the Cafeteria and was emailed to all seniors.

ATTIRE GUIDELINES: Seniors will remain in their dress clothes for the entire day.

Senior Ladies

Appropriate attire on this day includes dress pants and a modest blouse or sweater that covers the shoulders. Dresses/skirts are not allowed. No nose rings/studs, facial piercing, and no more than two earrings per ear will be permitted on girls. Hair must conform to Student Handbook guidelines.

Senior Gentlemen

Gentlemen must wear a white shirt and tie, a sport coat or suit coat that is blue, black or grey and dress pants. No nose rings/studs, facial hair, facial piercing, and no earrings will be permitted on boys. Hair must conform to Student Handbook guidelines.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. DiSilvio at ldisilvio@marian.com or 815-338-4220, x107

The Marian Central Athletic Booster Club is arranging a one-of-a-kind historical fundraiser that includes all our deanery schools united under one roof! On November 2nd at 6:30pm, Marian Central will host the famous Harlem Wizards basketball performance team! This exciting, super-fun, high-energy, slam-dunking family entertainment event will have us all on our feet to support our own teachers as they face the Wizards, a professional team of athletes and entertainers. Tickets and sponsorships are available now at https://harlemwizards.givesmart.com.