Marian Central Friday Focus
296th Issue - May 24, 2024
From the Desk of Mr. Mike Shukis
Dear Families,
As parents and guardians, we are tasked with making decisions which will help nurture and hopefully keep our children safe. I will always contend that being a parent is the most difficult and rewarding job anyone can ever have, and in our world today, the stress and anxiety that comes with parenting seems to have been amplified. During difficult times, I have never been prouder of our parents as you have continued to act as beacons for your children in guiding them along the path of Christ. Your support of your children, our school, and our community has made this year both enjoyable and successful. I am grateful for all you have done and continue to do to provide your children with a Catholic education. We feel honored to be entrusted with the responsibility to not only care for and educate your children, but to also contribute to the development of their faith. Believe me, it is our shared faith that has provided us the strength and comfort needed to navigate through even the most difficult of times.
Our school community is blessed to be filled with families who support our staff, teachers, and students. I have found that our parents are quick to share words of encouragement and appreciation for our teachers, staff, and administrators, knowing that they are all doing everything in their power to create the best possible learning environment. Please know that our parents and families play a major role in our school’s success, in the guidance of our student’s faith and in the support of Marian Central.
It is my hope that you all will be able to enjoy some time with your family. Take some time to pray together and embrace the peace that comes from building your relationship with God. I wish you all good health, happiness, and minimal stress through the summer, and we look forward to our time together in the fall.
Mike Shukis
Superintendent
Notes from our Photographer -
Cap & Gown Photos
If your Senior had Cap & Gown portraits taken on Honor's Day, you should have received an email from HIgher Focus Photography this morning. The link includes a link to your private album and ordering details. If you did not receive an email or need help accessing or ordering these images, please email service@higherfocusphotography.gom.
Graduation Photos - Preregister for Gallery Link
Higher Focus Photography will be covering tonight's graduation ceremony, including photos of each graduate receiving his/her diploma and other candid photos from the evening. If you would like to be automatically notified when this gallery goes live, please register at www.higherfocusphotography.gotphoto.com with access code: MCGRAD24.
Fall Senior Portraits & All Season Sports!
Forgot to order Senior portraits, team photos, or just need more to share? These galleries have been reactivated through June 1 at www.higherfocusphotography.gotphoto.com with your senior's unique access code. if you need help with an access code, please email service@higherfocusphotography.gotphoto.com and let them know you are with Marian name and include your senior's name.
Uniform Giveaway - June 12th; 3:00 - 7:00 pm
Our National Honor Society will be hosting a Uniform Giveaway on Wednesday, June 12th. Stop in the Marian Cafeteria between 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm and stock up on uniform pieces for next school year. Polos, pants, sweaters, shorts and more are available in a variety of sizes on a first-come, first-served basis.
Thank you to those who have donated uniforms towards this event. We appreciate this cost-saving effort to benefit current and future families. If you have uniforms you would like to donate, please drop them off in the office.
Used Books - A limited supply of used books will be available for purchase during the Uniform Event. See below for the list of required books for the 2024-25 school year.
Book List 2024-25
Click below for the list of required books for the 2024-25 school year.
TONIGHT - Graduation Time Change
Marian Central has been selected to host the IHSA Lacrosse sectional competition on Friday, May 24th, which falls on the same evening as our Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony.
In order to control the traffic flow for all of our guests, we have decided to move the Graduation Ceremony to 6:30 pm instead of 7:00 pm on Friday, May 24th. Graduates should report to the Aux Gym by 5:45 pm in their caps, gowns and stoles and the doors to Landers Pavilion will open at 5:45 pm for seating.
Thank you for your understanding. Please click below for additional information regarding Class of 2024 year-end events.
College Essay Writing Workshop
There are 10 spots left. We would love to have you join us so register soon!
Save the Date!
Marian Central's Annual Golf Outing
Monday, July 29th
More information coming soon.
Book Buyback
A message from MBS Book Supply:
Families can sell back their print books through the Online Buyback Program. The BNC-Virtual Online Buyback allows families to recoup some of the money they spent on books that they no longer need. Online buyback is a service we provide automatically in the online bookstore https://bnck-12.com/mariancentral, ensuring families have a convenient and easy way to sell back their books anytime, anywhere. Starting a week before the end of classes, families will receive buyback notices that list the books they have purchased from the online bookstore and the sell back price for each. Families can also sell back titles to us that they acquired elsewhere.
With Online Buyback, students:
• Receive competitive prices
• Get free shipping
• Receive their payment via check or PayPal two to four weeks after we receive their books
A quick HOW-TO video for parents: Online Buyback https://vimeo.com/402584705/091cb4acb3
Summer Camps 2024
We are happy to be offering exciting summer camps again this year!
Band, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf,
Lacrosse, Soccer, Study Skills, Tennis, Track, Volleyball, Wrestling
Youth & High School level camp options.
Click below for a full list of camps.
We hope to see you there!