By Lydia Woodburn For first-year student-athletes at McNicholas High School, it’s a chance to make an early mark, but can also be a difficult transition from middle school to high school sports expectations. Practices can be harder, the games can be more intense, and the overall competition might feel more serious. From early morning workouts … More Finding their footing; Freshman athletes share their season experiences

By Whitley Sway McNicholas held its annual Homecoming celebration the weekend of Sept. 26-27. In celebration of McNicholas’s 75th anniversary, past homecoming kings and queens were invited back to recognize years of tradition.   Homecoming has not always included a king and a queen. Until 2002, queens were only escorted by a young man nominated to … More Homecoming royalty continues to honor traditions of McNicholas

By Emma Porter McNicholas High School has always been known for its mascot, the Rocket, but this year, changes are being made to the physical representation of the mascot. Since the all-girls’ school of St. Joseph Academy became what is now known as the co-ed school of McNicholas High School in 1951, the mascot has … More New Mascot takeover, Rocket goes to space