On July 18, the Dominican cheerleaders finished their week at Universal Cheerleading Association (UCA) camp held in Baton Rouge. Among their accomplishments: Gold ribbons for their camp cheer, band chant and sideline chant Two finalists in the Jump Off – Sara Coogler and Julia West Spirit Banana on the second night Spirit Stick everyday… Read More
St. Mary’s Dominican High School honored faculty and staff for service years ranging from five to 55 years. Sr. M. Dominic Savio Estorge, O.P., recognized for 55 years of service, has a distinguished tenure that included faculty, administrative, and leadership positions. Sr. Savio also taught English, served as assistant principal, and was president from 1994… Read More
A Toast of Praise to Ella Cheramie and Vivian Palmer who are finalists in the Patrick F. Taylor Foundation’s 18 in ’18, an arts competition showcasing the creative talents of high school juniors and their special connection to the culture of New Orleans. The competition honors the Tricentennial of the City of New Orleans. “As… Read More
St. Mary’s Dominican High School students Mary Harty, Elizabeth Mobley and Kellie Tucker received awards at the spring New Orleans Academic Games. Mary Harty and Kellie Tucker (Junior Division), and teammate Michael Zuppardo of Brother Martin High School, placed 3rd in the On-Sets team competition. Elizabeth Mobley (Middle School Division), placed 3rd in Presidents and… Read More
Students in Mr. Ryan Reuter’s 8th and 9th Grades Physical Science classes took a “field trip” to the Music Room to learn more about sound waves where Band and Choir Director Ms. Brenda Castillo demonstrated several music principles such as pitch, resonance, frequency, and interference. The students also learned about the acoustics of the band… Read More
Abigail Haydel ’18 There is a saying that stuck with me when I was becoming a Eucharist Minister, and I wanted to share this phrase with the whole student body so all of you can apply it to your daily lives. Listen to these words carefully: “Talk to God like He is your best… Read More
The Class of 2018 gifted to St. Mary’s Dominican High a Japanese Blueberry tree that graces the campus quad. The tree, whose flowers have dangling petals, will offer year-round color, producing leaves of green, bronze and bright red. Planted in front of the Gayle and Tom Benson Science and Technology Complex, the tree was donated… Read More
Lou Reilly Awards The Lou Reilly Award is presented in memory of a wonderful Dominican graduate. For many years she had served the community as an educator with a special love for athletics and student athletes. She saw athletic competition and sportsmanship as an important part of the Dominican High School spirit. The award recognizes… Read More