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The Blue & Gold

Reporting the news since 1914

The Blue & Gold

A number of sophomores will soon become confirmed at the Cathedral of Christ the King.

Tenth Graders Set To Be Confirmed

By John Elrod, Staff Writer
Mar 26, 2024

As the spring approaches, many students, particularly those in the class of 2026, find themselves closer to confirmation. Over the past few months, they have gone through a long process: attending sessions...

One wonderful part of the Nazareth Retreat was forming up into small groups that started out as teams and gradually became friends.

The Nature of Nazereth

By Nic Lancelotta, Staff Writer
Mar 25, 2024

On February 2, sophomore students drove nearly two hours to reach Life Teen Camp Cove Crest in Tiger, Georgia. This Catholic retreat site is perfect, featuring plenty of nature to explore and also includes...

As part of the Catholic Heart Work Camp, students help renovate a home  during the summer of 2023.

Students Study and Serve, All At the Same Time!

By Clara Laskowski, Staff Writer
Mar 18, 2024

Students at our school complete service hours to qualify for graduation. As early as Foundations, students learn how to complete a service project together as a class. In grades 9-12, students complete...

Students gather to capture the great time they had at Camp Hidden Lake during the Genesis retreat.

Genesis Retreat Roundup

By Ryan Hewitt, Staff Writer
Mar 2, 2024

Ninth graders recently had the opportunity to go on the Genesis retreat at Camp Hidden Lake. The weekend was full of fun activities, conversations, and games. The ninth graders, accompanied by adult...

Students take the time to strengthen their relationship with God.

Exploring the Emmaus Experience

By Reese Sullivan, Staff Writer
Jan 30, 2024

The 200th Emmaus Retreat began on Friday, January 12 as juniors and seniors departed from campus that afternoon. Two hours and 115 miles later, the bus finally arrived at the Blessed Trinity Retreat Center...

Upper classmen lead seventh graders during a breakout discussion. The Damascus retreat forged new friendships among the leaders and the newest members of our school community.

Pray and Play: 2023 Damascus Retreat

By Caroline Palmer, Staff Writer
Dec 19, 2023

On September 23, our school hosted its Damascus retreat. The Damascus retreat, open to seventh graders and led by upperclassmen, allowed new students to form relationships and make memories. While a...

The Marist Way

The Marist Way

By Beck Janki, Editor
Dec 12, 2023

The Marist Way is referenced in just about everything we do here at our school, especially the way a student is encouraged to live. Not only is The Marist Way a class taken by all 7th grade students...

Fr. John Ulrich makes his home in the Campus Ministry office, where he serves our Marist community for a third time as its Chaplain.

Meet Father John

By Camille Gipson, Staff Writer
Dec 7, 2023

After teaching at Marist for a cumulative 16 years previously, Father John Ulrich has returned to Marist this year for a third time as our school chaplain. Father John is a friendly and compassionate presence...

Mary Caroline Sedki watches and listens as Lilly Schaffer demonstrates for her and others how to make a Camp 3790 bracelet.

Camp 3790: Climbing, Bracelets, and More!

By Stella Chambless, Public Relations Officer
Dec 4, 2023

Named for the address of our school, Camp 3790 brings the ninth grade class together before they embark on their high school journey. Earlier this term, ninth graders made their way to Sojourn Adventures,...

The stone engraving mounted to the side of Chanel Building traveled all the way from Bedford, Ohio, where it hung above the entrance of Saint Peter Chanel High School.

Behind a New Addition to Marist School

By John Elrod, Staff Writer
Nov 10, 2023

Returning students arriving to campus at the flag circle may have noticed a new adornment to the rear wall of the Chanel building: a stone engraving of Saint Peter Chanel that was installed in early September. What...

Even the crucifix in the chapel has a meaningful origin story behind it.

A Dive Into Marist History: The Esmond Brady Memorial Chapel

By Beck Janki, Editor
Oct 3, 2023

Every Marist student has visited the chapel, which sits next to the rectory on the south side of campus. Students of all grade levels have taken the walk up the hill for Mass, religion class, meetings,...

A votive candle at Saint Jude the Apostle Catholic Church.

The Legend of the Light

By Kate Owens, Staff Writer
Sep 25, 2023

Through life’s ups and downs, there is always light in some shape or form that finds its way into one’s life—if they let it. For many Marist students, this light is brought by beloved coach and...

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