Preparing for a performance can be a very stressful time for an actor or actress. In addition to memorizing lines and stage directions, they must be careful to avoid the many theatre superstitions. Although there are not always explanations for these superstitions, students believe they can have an impact on a performance. Freshman Emma Kapp … More The theatre holds numerous superstitions

Nearly every high school student has heard the name ‘Shakespeare’ mentioned during their English class. During their high school career McNicholas students will read at least three Shakespearian plays, including Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and Hamlet. Shakespeare has been called one of greatest writers in history, and the themes in his plays are said to … More Shakespeare inspires popular movies

The McNicholas student newspaper has gone through four different names and thousands of headlines over the past 62 years. The Co-Ed was in print from 1951 to 1972 and following that was the News Capsule in 1973. The name changed to Projections in 1988 and then in 1994, the school newspaper became the Milestone and … More Milestone looks back at best headlines from the past

For high school students, it can be frustrating when parents hover and constantly ask questions about what is going on at school. Some students avoid the questions, not wanting to explain McNicholas traditions. However, some students don’t have to worry about this; their parents attended McNicholas when they were younger so they understand events such … More Students bond with alumni parents over shared memories