By Maeve Rice Every year since 1951, McNick has held a Homecoming dance that includes the collaboration of many weeks of dance preparation.   Science teacher and Homecoming moderator Mr. Jonathan Spurlock said prep “starts really from day one, that day we get back into school.” The planning is separated into three committees: t-shirts, court, … More Dancing the night away; Homecoming 2026 recap

By Meghan Runte At the beginning of the 2026-27 school year, McNicholas High School made a transition in Learning Management Software, or LMS programs from Schoology to Canvas and results from a recent Milestone survey show Schoology was favored by 63% of students and teachers surveyed over Canvas.   Math teacher Mr. Mathew Brunner, English … More Software showdown; Rockets share thoughts on Canvas

By Alex Minella With new service opportunities, increased flight programming, and plans for new traditions, CREW is focused on building relationships and strengthening the McNicholas community this school year.  Student Culture Coordinator Mr. Todd Naumann continues to oversee the program and work with student leaders to build engagement across the school. Naumann stated that his … More New year, new traditions for CREW

By Rosie Smith Over the years, many veteran teachers at McNicholas High School have faced numerous changes in education.   Anatomy and Physiology teacher Ms. Cat Humphries, who is in her twelfth year at McNick, shared that the change from eight classes every day to the block schedule helped her teach material more thoroughly. “Students … More Teachers share changes in education