The annual Mardi Gras Ball is a night that McNicholas students look forward to all year long. It’s the only McNick event that brings the entire student body together to have fun and to recognize fellow Rockets for their dedication to the school. What many students don’t realize, though, is how much planning goes … More Mardi Gras unveiled: The Milestone goes behind-the-scenes

Despite being one of the school’s most popular clubs, with membership hovering around 100 students each year, many may not realize how much of a time commitment Ski Club is. This year marks the twentieth year Ski Club has been available at McNicholas, and students continue to find reasons to dedicate six hours to the … More Students make Mondays more enjoyable with Ski Club

Amidst a storm of Divergent fever and Hunger Games madness, it’s easier than ever to get caught up in the frenzy of modern day series, especially when Hollywood is so quick to turn newly written bestsellers into popular films.  But recently, some of the world’s beloved classics have returned to popular culture with just as … More Classic novels find new life with modern revivals

The third quarter is the time of the school year when it’s hardest to get school work done. It’s cold and gloomy outside, the material is more challenging and won’t ease up until fourth quarter, and it seems that nothing new is ever going to happen. Schoolwork might be boring, but third quarter is no … More Five ways to beat the third quarter slump