A high school career is just 1460 days short. At Bishop McNamara, we're giving students the tools and resources they need to make every day count academically, spiritually, and socially. Every day is part of the journey to the next level whether that's college/university, serving our country in the armed forces, or joining the work force.

Irish 1460: Week of March 24

Illinois Wesleyan: A representative from Illinois Wesleyan will be here March 31st during lunch hours.

Easter Break: Holy Thursday school will dismiss at 12:00
Good Friday: No school
Happy Easter 4/5
Monday 4/13: Classes resume

Seniors: April 2nd is the final day to input service hours. Get them turned in on time!

Service Hours: Students (&parents): Please make sure to have your service hours turned in from this past week of storm service!
Student Link
Parent Ambassador Hours

Acceptances and Scholarships: Seniors please continue to send Mrs Demack college acceptances and scholarship information

The Little Mermaid: Tickets for the Spring show The Little Mermaid will go on sale soon. Stay tuned for information closer to April 24th and 25th.

Mid Term: April 17th is midterm for all High School students. Make sure you check grades and finish the year off strong!

Maternity BVM Garage Sale: Maternity BVM could use help preparing for and working the 2026 Youth Ministry garage sale. Join us as much or as little as you can. Opportunities available April 7th-April 11th. Food will be served for volunteers on all shifts! Sign up here

Fightin' Together T Shirts: Any t shirt orders placed through our disaster relief fund can be picked up in the advancement office between the hours of 10am-3pm.

Parent Ambassador Hours: Looking for ambassador hours to get ahead of next year? We have summer opportunities available! Contact Peggy Mayerat pmayer@bmcss.org

Relaxed Dress Code: Relaxed dress code begins May 1st. Please refer to the handbook for specifications and guidelines.

New Family Referrals: Get the word out! We have a referral program here at Mac. Refer a new family K-12 and once the student completes their first semester at Mac the referring family will receive a tuition credit

Dated to Remember: 5/2 - Prom
5/8 - Senior retreat
5/15 - Last day for Seniors
5/18&19 - Senior Finals
5/24 - Mass & Graduation

Family Faith Formation Engagement Night: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026, from 3:10–4:10 PM in the Student Success Center. Please see the attached flyer for more details and use the registration link to sign up. https://forms.gle/PA3M9RzNbNXbH7sFA