During Catholic Schools Week, the Marist Chicago community gathered as one for an all-school Mass, celebrating faith as the foundation of who they are and what they stand for. As Fr. Tom Hurley ’85 reflected, “To be a Catholic school is to be universal. We welcome everybody. ”This meaningful liturgy was a powerful reminder of Marist’s Catholic mission in the Marist Brothers’ tradition and of the people who make faith and learning thrive each day. RedHawks also proudly represented their grammar schools—an especially fitting tribute, as nearly 60% of Marist students come from Catholic grammar schools. The community expressed deep gratitude for the strong foundations these schools provide and for the faith, students, staff, and families who make Marist Chicago a vibrant place of welcome and growth.

During Catholic Schools Week, Saint Joseph Academy celebrated faith, community, and school spirit through a full week of themed dress-down days, prayer, and student-led activities. The week included opportunities for Marian prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, Marist mindfulness, Communion service, and Lectio Divina, alongside pep rallies, athletic events, and a CPR service program. Together, the SJA community joyfully lived out the call to be United in Faith and Community—Atados por el Hilo Invisible.

Members of the Christopher Columbus and Monsignor Pace school communities were among those attending a Mass and prayer service held in solidarity with migrants throughout the USA. The event included a prayerful procession to the Miami Immigration Court. We are grateful for the example given by these students and faculty members of being good Christians and good citizens!

Archbishop Molloy High School celebrated community, welcome, and hands-on learning this week, hosting a Winter Open House for accepted students and families, offering a joyful introduction to the faith-filled academic and extracurricular life that defines the Stanner experience. The week also highlighted innovation in the classroom, including the installation of a new saltwater aquarium in the Biology Lab—an immersive learning project funded by the Stanner-a-Thon and maintained by students in the Biology Club—reflecting Molloy’s commitment to curiosity, stewardship of creation, and excellence in education.

Mount Saint Michael Academy celebrated Catholic Schools Week with joy, creativity, and strong school spirit. Students filled the halls with blue and gold for Blue & Gold Day, proudly showcasing Mount pride, followed by a fun-filled Wacky Tacky Day featuring colorful outfits, mismatched styles, and plenty of smiles—capturing the joy and community that define life at the Mount.

As part of Catholic Schools Week, Central Catholic High School in Lawrence scheduled a special liturgy on Monday (postponed due to weather) commemorating the school’s 90th anniversary. This milestone celebration offered an opportunity for the CCHS community to give thanks for nine decades of faith, education, and community.

During Catholic Schools Week, Roselle Catholic celebrated Lion pride through faith, service, and leadership. Highlights included a Champagnat shoutout to four Boys Varsity Basketball seniors who visited Saint Matthias School to share how faith and academics guide them as student-athletes, as well as gratitude for the RC Parents Club, whose January coat drive supported families in need. The week also featured the annual Accepted Lions Retreat, where incoming students gathered for prayer, reflection, games, and community-building—joyfully experiencing what it means to be a Lion, now and always.