Rockets celebrate faith, community, and service

By Alex Minella Catholic Schools Week is a nationwide celebration during the last week in January each year that highlights the importance of faith-based education and strong school communities. Theology teacher Mrs. Mary Beth Sandmann explained that Catholic Schools Week is important because it shows how “Catholic schools commit to an education rooted in faith.” Sandmann also shared that “faith and community go hand in hand; we are … More Rockets celebrate faith, community, and service

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Shopping showdown: Online convenience vs. in-person experience

By Alex Minella At McNicholas High School, students shop in different ways. Some prefer the convenience of online browsing, while others prefer trying on items before purchasing.  With Christmas coming up, students are weighing their options between heading to a store or heading to a website.    Many students expressed that shopping online feels faster and more efficient. Freshman Anna Ernst said she likes being able to “check … More Shopping showdown: Online convenience vs. in-person experience

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Stalls, halls and waterfalls; McNick’s unofficial rankings

By Alex Minella Stalls,  *Disclaimer: These rankings are the opinion of the student journalists on the McNicholas Milestone staff and do not reflect nor are associated with the administration of McNicholas High School.   At McNicholas High School, navigating the halls to find a bathroom or water fountain that meets a student’s criteria can feel like a full-time job. The journalism staff decided to put the bathrooms, hallways, and water fountains to the test. Using criteria like cleanliness, traffic, supplies, privacy, and … More Stalls, halls and waterfalls; McNick’s unofficial rankings

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Turning on the burner; Students share their hot takes 

By: Alex Minella At McNicholas High School, students have no trouble sharing their strong opinions.   In a recent Milestone survey, students across all grade levels shared their “hot takes” that go against popular trends. From food and music to fashion and sports, the responses revealed just how diverse student perspectives can be.  Food was one … More Turning on the burner; Students share their hot takes 

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