I really think that Spring has sprung! The weather is starting to improve, which allows our spring athletes to participate in their sports without too many cancellations! Don’t hold it against me, though, if the weather turns. As Catholics, we know that we are not in control… God is!

This concept… what we can and cannot control, is certainly something that all of us grapple with as we go through our lives. God did give us the responsibility, for instance, to make our own choices and take good care of ourselves and those around us, right?

I recently had my monthly meeting with our newest teachers as part of our school’s Teacher Mentor Program. Interestingly enough, it focused on “Surviving the End of the School Year,” and while teachers face their share of struggles the last quarter of the school year, so do our students! It is for this reason that I thought I would parallel some of the concepts I shared with our teachers with the same types of concepts our students go through. Here goes!

Classroom Environment

It is really easy to lose focus in class when the weather is getting nicer and especially for our students afflicted with “Senioritis!” When we lose focus, we may not be paying attention in class, possibly being a little disruptive, or not doing what the teacher asks. Students need to realize that the energy they put into things determines the value they may get out of it. Encourage your students to stay engaged! Students, continue to participate in class, stay positive, and do their best all the way through May.

Curriculum

For my teachers, this time of year means a “drive to the finish line,” causing them to make sure they have covered everything they needed to in the course, and to still make it engaging and fruitful. For students, it is all about trying their best, struggling through the more difficult concepts until that lightbulb goes off, and if it doesn’t… ask for help! Not only will their teacher help, but ANY teacher would be more than willing to help! In addition, don’t forget that we have NHS tutors ready and able to help students! The important thing is to make sure that you are always learning!

Take Care of Yourself

Just as important for my teachers… and all of us to take care of ourselves, our students need to as well! This means that we need to get enough sleep, eat well, stay hydrated, get organized, and always keep your faith strong through prayer and participation in your church. In addition, it is important to balance this with recreational time, like hanging with friends, sports & clubs, and family time. We all will eventually figure out that the things we prioritize are different, depending on the time of year and our immediate needs, but when we do, we will find that we have ample time to do all we want or need to without too much stress!

No one ever said things were always going to be easy, but when we ensure all of the things that are important to us are part of our lives, we are able to live happier, more productive lives.

For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised. ~ Hebrews 10:36

Mrs. Debra Cunico

Director of Curriculum & Professional Development

We are excited to be offering summer camps again this year for both grade school and high school students!

Click on the document below to view the listing of camps. We hope to see you there!

Click here to register for camps.

Are you a current sophomore or junior? Are you interested in being a Marian Central Mentor next year?

If you are, the Google Classroom with the application is now open! Simply join the classroom with the code xbgbryz. All applications must be submitted there no later than 3pm on Friday, April 11th. Any student, including current mentors, who wants to be a mentor next year must submit an application.

See Mrs. Littner in Room 125 or email her at llittner@marian.com if you have questions.

Thank you so much to everyone who donated food during football and basketball food drives. And thank you to those who participated in the bake sales during basketball season. Two trunkfuls of food were donated to the Woodstock Food Pantry, and a total of $715.00 was donated to the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Thank you again for your generosity!

A representative from Jostens will be visiting with our Sophomore students on Friday, April 4th to present information regarding ordering class rings. Each sophomore will bring home a packet of information following the presentation. Jostens will return on Thursday, April 10th during lunches to collect orders. Online orders are due Wednesday, April 9th. Please see the video below for more information.

Higher Focus Photography will offer a final LAST CALL on Saturday, 3/22/25 for all Marian coaches and athletes that were unable to attend the original Spring Team Picture Day on 3/12 and the studio make-up sessions on 3/18.

Walk-in sessions will be available in the studio on 3/22/25 between 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. There is no charge for photos on this day, but advance registration is required HERE.

Studio address and other details are included in the confirmation email after registration.

Anyone not photographed after 3/22/25, will NOT be included in Team Photos or group Senior Athlete image. Private sessions may be available for individual photos only and will involve a $35 session fee. All such private sessions would take place after 4/1/25.

It is officially time for our seniors to send in their baby pictures for the Yearbook. All seniors MUST have a baby picture submitted by Friday, March 21st. Pictures must be appropriate and should be emailed to Miss Arza (oarza@marian.com) as a JPEG. Please make sure to include the student's name in the subject line of the email. If you have any questions, please contact Miss Arza.

Senior Quotes are also due. Click the link below to submit yours asap.

https://forms.gle/vtu9VkZG8LK95btY7

Marian Central has an opening for full-time Business Manager.

Please click here for additional details and to apply.

Polo Season will be returning on Monday, March 31st. If your student had a growth spurt over the winter and needs a new size, email Mrs. Johnson or Mrs. DiSilvio and they can check and see if we have the size you need in our supply of donated items. Or, you can order from Uniform Outlet inc by clicking here.

Mon, Mar 24 – Fri Mar 28 – Spring Break

Mon, Mar 24 - Thurs, Mar 27 - Office Open 9:00 am - 1:00 pm;
Fri, Mar 28 - Office Closed

Mon, Mar 31 - Classes Resume along with polo season

Wed, Apr 9 - Late Start

Fri, Apr 18 - Good Friday; No Classes

Mon, Apr 21 - Easter Monday; No Classes

Fri, Apr 25 - Prom; Noon Dismissal