Every year there are changes made to the dress code, and the major change for the 2013-2014 school year surrounds the seven year tradition of wearing special attire for mass. Mass attire for students is the same as every day: a regular uniform.  Many students are upset about this change and want to be allowed … More McNicholas should return to mass attire

As the 2013-2014 school year enters into its third week, many students are already expressing desires to turn back the clock to summer vacation.  This year’s vacation was exactly one day longer than last year’s, much to the disbelief of students. But what if summer vacation was shorter?  The way things are going now, it … More Longer summer vacations benefit students, faculty

Imagine this: all of your friends are signing up for tryouts next week. You’re excited that a new season is on the horizon, and you can’t wait to show off in front of your friends. When you talk to your parents about trying out, they remind you that you already participate in another sport and … More Students should support all high school athletes

It’s a simple truth known to high school students across the country: We can try and run, but there’s simply no escaping required reading.  While most agree that there a few bearable classics out there, many are beginning to wonder why modern novels aren’t appearing on required reading lists.  The truth is, despite the pull towards contemporary … More Classic literature should remain in curriculum despite the lure of modern novels