National French Contest Kudos!

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Ericka

Congratulations to the top three winners of the National French Contest, administered at Catherine McAuley High School in March! 

Jordyn Carr ’16 ranked 10th in the Maine Chapter and 11th nationally.  Siobhan Kenneally ’15 ranked 9th in the Maine Chapter and 15th nationally, and Viviane Kostin ’15 ranked an impressive 3rd in the Maine Chapter and 6th nationally!
 
All three of these students took different levels of the exam based on their experience with the language, both at home and in school, and all will receive certificates from the AATF (American Association of Teachers of French) who sponsor the “Grand Concours”. In addition, Miss Kostin will receive a Laureat Certificate and a Bronze Medal in recognition of her national ranking! 
 
Approximately 100,000 students take this exam each year, so these young ladies should be very proud of their achievements!
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Taylor Church ’13 Named U.S. Presidential Scholar!

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Ericka

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Congratulations to McAuley’s 2013 Valedictorian, Taylor Church, for recently being named a 2013 U.S. Presidential Scholar.  Church is one of 141 students from across the country to be recognized for outstanding academic achievement, artistic excellence, leadership, citizenship, service, and contribution to school and community.  

Church, who will attend Yale University in the fall, will be honored in Washington, D.C. in June.

The McAuley community is most proud of this tremendous accomplishment!

For the full press release from the U.S. Department of Education, please click here.

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Kudos to Talented McAuley Poets!

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Ericka

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Congratulations to Megan Ellis ’14, Delaney Regan ’13, Sierra Stalker ’14, and Ayla Tartre ’15, who were chosen by notable poet, Megan Grambling, as four of the twenty state winners at the 6th Annual Merriconeag Poetry Festival.  

The girls were honored at a reception on May 5th.  

Kudos on your stellar work!

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A “Class Acts” Invitation…

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Ericka

Join us for an evening of “Class Acts”

featuring McAuley art, drama, music and dance

Tuesday, May 14 

Art exhibit – 6:00 PM

Performances – 6:30 PM

Bring your family & friends and support the arts at
Catherine McAuley High School!

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Key Club Kudos!

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Ericka

Congratulations to McAuley’s Key Club!  They received second place for their Key Club/Kiwanis Family Relations and all they work on together.

In addition, the Key Club received one of three awards for their Annual Achievement Report, which is the culmination of all their year’s activities of community service.

Lindsay Owen ’13 was also honored with the Kiwanis Service Award for her outstanding service through Key Club.

Amazing work, ladies!

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McAuley’s Mrs. Ponzetti Awarded Prestigious Grants

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Ericka

Congratulations to Social Studies Department Chair, Nancy Ponzetti, who was named the recipient of a Gilda Leherman Grant, covering room & board, tuition and a stipend to attend Dartmouth College for a week-long intensive course in Native American History.

Mrs. Ponzetti is also the recipient of a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, again covering room & board, tuition and a stipend to spend a week at Deerfield Academy, studying the Deerfield Massacre during King Philip’s War.

Kudos, again, to Mrs. Ponzetti on these fantastic accomplishments!

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Hayley Holzhacker ’14 Recognized for Entrepreneurial Achievements

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Ericka

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Congratulations to junior, Hayley Holzhacker, for being recognized as a “Girl who rocks!” through the Hardy Girls Healthy Women Foundation.  

Hayley received special recognition for her work as a young entrepreneur – namely for the business she began with her miniature horses.  This work, which unites her horses with people of all ages for birthdays and special celebrations, is a passion of Hayley’s.  In addition, she volunteers her time and talents to those who are in need of pet therapy – particularly the elderly in nursing homes.

Kudos to you, again, Hayley!  The McAuley community is proud of your amazing accomplishment!

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Kudos to Talented McAuley Writers!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Ericka
Congratulations to Sierra Stalker ’14, who has been chosen to participate in the New England Young Writers Conference at Bread Loaf.
 
Also, kudos to Megan Ellis ’14, Delaney Regan ’13, Sierra Stalker ’14, and Ayla Tartre ’15, who were chosen by notable poet, Megan Grambling, as four of the twenty state winners at the 6th Annual Merriconeag Poetry Festival.  The girls will be honored at a reception on May 5th.  
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McAuley Students Meet Nobel Prize Recipient

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Ericka
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McAuley student representatives from the International and Student Action Clubs attended a “Justice for Women” lecture by Leymah Gbowee at the Council for International Education Exchange (CIEE) on Thursday, March 28.  Leymah Gbowee of Liberia was a 2011 Nobel Peace Prize recipient. 
 
Gbowee urged students to follow their beliefs even in the face of obstacles or criticism. Some of the ideas she shared with the students are as follows:
 
“The pathway to leadership is not wide, not fancy, and doesn’t take a lot of money. It’s the fire that burns within you.  If you find one crazy buddy to join you, you’ve already succeeded.”
 
One student asked how young people can get others, especially our state leaders, to listen. Gbowee urged action.  ”No idea that was going to make history was applauded from the beginning. Do something and recognition will come. It takes perseverance. It may be hard.  Nothing easy is sustainable.”  
 
When asked by a student what she can do today to make a difference, Gbowee suggested that people start with everyday issues, such as bullying, and reach out to those who are different.   “You must exhibit an attitude of oneness.  Walk and talk and treat people right and it will be catching.”
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Parent Network to Host Spaghetti Dinner

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Ericka

McAuley’s Parent Network will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, April 6.  All funds raised will benefit the Parent Network Scholarship Program. 

Join us for an incredible meal and for the opportunity to increase the number of scholarships we are able to offer to our young women!

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