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Former Atlanta Falcon Matt Ryan addresses the student body during a Friday morning FCA meeting. Guest speakers such as Ryan drew the largest FCA crowds in school history.
FCA’s Record-Breaking Turnout
NBA and NFL stars inspire 300+ students with powerful faith stories
By Finley Harris, Staff Writer • Feb 19, 2025

This year, Fellowship of Christian Athletes has grown tremendously, both in attendance and impact. A major part of this year's success came from the incredible...

For swimmers, early February marks the last chance to qualify for the state competition. (Photo Credit: Contributed)
Diving Into the State Championship
Last chances loom large as our dedicated swimmers give it their all
By Clara Laskowski, Editor • Feb 19, 2025

The War Eagle swimmers and divers are closing out their regular season and heading to state from February 4-8, 2025, increasing the competition for surrounding...

Donning proper safety goggles, AP Science students give lab a big thumbs up. (Photographer: Cosette Lane)
Combustion, Respiration, Titration: Science Lab!
By Cosette Lane, Editor • Feb 14, 2025

Whenever the weather turns cold and Term 2 rolls around, AP Biology and AP Chemistry students prepare for an infamous class to be added to their schedule:...

Members of music ministry look over their song sheets before Mass begins. (Photo Credit: Brian Collier)
Music Ministry Unites Us Through Melody
Students bring the community together through song and worship
By Anna Herrero, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2025

Music Ministry is an important group that is often unrecognized for its efforts. They encourage the community to use their voices to lift each other in...

Photo Credit: Jillian Bauersfeld
Defend the Title
War Eagles looks to secure third state championship in four years
By Finley Harris, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2025

After an incredible 67-48 win over North Forsyth last March, the girls varsity basketball team is back in action this season, fueled by the energy of their...

This team of sophomore retreat leaders welcomed the ninth graders to Camp Hidden Lake. (Photo Credit: Contributed)
Genesis Retreat Embraces God’s Gifts
Retreat leaders host the ninth graders at Camp Hidden Lake
By Rylie Albert, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2025

Over the weekend, Marist ninth graders took on their first overnight retreat: the Genesis Retreat. Since this event was the second session of the class...

Photo Credit: CC 1.0 Universal Public Domain
Serve It Up With the Cooking Club
Kitchen 101 celebrates its one-year anniversary
By John Elrod, Editor • Feb 12, 2025

Throughout the school year, students passing through the cafeteria during activity period might have noticed over a dozen of their peers working with the...

Joseph Bazan words towards a pin during one of his many matches throughout the season. (Photo Credit: Contributed)
A Look at the 2024-25 Wrestling Program
The road to the state was strewn with milestones for the wrestling War Eagles
By John Elrod, Editor • Feb 12, 2025

The 2024-2025 wrestling season proved to be one of the most captivating yet. With less than a month left in the season, wrestlers and varsity Coach Chuck...

Photo Credit: Contributed
The Catholic Invite
Swim and dive compete to help those in need
By Juliet Powell, Staff Writer • Feb 12, 2025

The swim and dive team hosted the 2024 Catholic Invite on December 28. Teams traveled many miles to join in the fun.  The schools in attendance included...

Dr. Priestley helps a student during one of the several classes she teaches in the Business, Computer Science, and Engineering Department.
A Career of Innovation and Education
Meet Dr. Jennifer Priestley: a former business executive, Associate Dean, and now teacher
By Ella Weber, Staff Writer • Feb 10, 2025

Dr. Jennifer Priestley has been a part of the Marist community since 1980. After graduating with the class of 1984, she followed her passion for data science...

Girls Bible Study sets up shop on the track during one of their Friday morning meet-ups. (Photo Contributed)
Girls Bible Study: Built on Faith and Friendship
New club offers a safe space for students to grow spiritually and connect with peers through Scripture
By Anna Herrero, Staff Writer • Feb 10, 2025

The Girls Bible Study, founded and led by students Connelly Hockin, Finley Sessions, Maddie Campbell, Mia Lorimer, Kaitlyn Kilbourn, and Katherine Harkness,...

Everyone could not be more happy for Mary Margaret Fligg as she confirmed her scholarship to Marquette with a signing ceremony.
Putting Pen to Paper
Our fellow students commit to their college of choice
By Owen Ritger, Staff Writer • Feb 10, 2025

On the morning of November 13 before school, Crest Lobby was filled with excitement for signing day. Signing day is a day for athletes to be with their...

Students gather around Mr. Kennedy to listen to his important messages and learn basic self-defense skills. (Photo Contributed)
Self-Defense Class Back in Action
Led by Mr. Kennedy, this popular class returns to campus
By Kate Owens, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2025

Awareness and preparation are the keys to empowerment and safety. What better way to equip female students with these essential skills than by hosting...

Students attending Maristes La Immaculada, another Marist school located in Spain, participate in a team building exercise. (Photo Contributed)
Maristes La Immaculada: Our Spanish Counterpart
Learn more about the Marist School in Barcelona
By Ella Weber, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2025

Settled in the heart of a bustling city, this school run by the Society of Mary teaches their students about academics, service, the arts, and the values...

In keeping with our school's tradition of offering plenty of extracurricular activities, the bass fishing team sets sail. (Photo Contributed)
Introducing the Bass Fishing Team
War Eagles wet a hook for the very first time
By Ian Westfall, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2025

Marist has always been known for its wide variety of extracurricular activities and events, and this year, a new sport has taken the spotlight: The Marist...

Fireworks appear in the night sky above Perth, Australia. (Photo Credit: Hannes Nitzsche | CC Share Alike 3.0)
Do New Year’s Resolutions Really Matter?
By Owen Ritger, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2025

New year's resolutions are a popular tradition across the United States where individuals set personal...

Inspired by a 19th century movement known as Transcendentalism, the Going Phoneless project in American Literature challenged students to experience the world free of electronic devices. (Photo Contributed)
Going Phoneless Project
By Natalie Thill, Staff Writer • Feb 10, 2025

Imagine waking up one morning, and reaching for your phone to endlessly scroll. Oh wait, you don't have...

Set firmly within the experiences of the Taiwanese-American community, Sean Wang’s biographical Didi sets the coming-of-age story within a new cultural frame.  (Photo Credit: Unapologetic Projects)
2024 Films Worth Watching
By Marshall Lisenby, Staff Writer • Feb 10, 2025

Now that 2024 has come to a close and the Oscar nominees for the year are beginning to be announced,...

Photo Credit: Film Nation Entertainment, House Productions, and Indian Paintbrush
Is Conclave Truly Anti-Catholic?
By Luke Childs, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2025

So far, a strong contender for Best Picture in 2025 is Edward Berger’s political drama Conclave, a...

Photo Credit: CC BY-SA 4.0
Top 3 Albums of 2024
By Ryan Hewitt, Staff Writer • Feb 6, 2025

From innovative alternative rock albums to deeply personal pop and hip-hop albums, 2024 gave us some...

Photo Credit: American City Business Journals
Open Letter from David Owens to the The NCAA Board of Governors
By David Owens, Staff Writer • Jan 30, 2025

It was an exceptional week to be a Fighting Irish fan. After seeing Notre Dame defeat the Louisville...

Marist Young Men's Club (MYMC) is our school's organization where students come together to acknowledge life's challenges and support one another.
Open Letter to High School Administrators
By Bennett Lord, Staff Writer • Jan 14, 2025

Dear Administrators, I’m Bennett Lord, a senior at Marist School and co-founder of the Marist Young...