More than two-thirds of NDCL's 702 students achieved honor roll status based upon their first-semester grades, according to a report shared with the school community by Assistant Principal Denice Teeples...
Honor Roll Recognition
More than two-thirds of NDCL’s 702 students achieved honor roll status based upon their first-semester grades, according to a report shared with the school community by Assistant Principal Denice Teeples.
“We are so proud of our students for the effort, determination and focus that led to this high level of academic performance,” Mrs. Teeples said.
A breakdown of the data reveals that 23 percent of NDCL students earned First Honors (4.00 GPA and above), 30 percent earned Second Honors (3.50-3.99 GPA) and 15 percent earned a place on the Merit Roll (3.25-3.49 GPA).
All honor roll students received certificates signed by Principal Joseph A. Waler to mark their achievement.
“My index finger stays indented for a week after signing nearly 500 certificates!” Mr. Waler joked. “Well, maybe not for a week,” he added, “but definitely for a day or so.”
Visit NDCL’s website to view a complete listing of all students on the honor roll.
Legal Lions Victorious
The Legal Lions traveled to Columbus on Jan. 15 to compete against 18 other teams in The Ohio State University Mock Trial Team’s Buckeye Brawl.
Freshmen Quinn Linnert and Anneliese Moskal won the best witness awards, and seniors Victoria Baioni and Bailey Rice earned the judge’s nod as best attorneys.
Next up for the team was regional competition at the Lake County Courthouse on Jan. 27.
Labre Ministry Marks 200th Trip
NDCL’s Labre Ministry marked its 200th consecutive weekly visit to share food and friendship with the poor and homeless the week of Jan. 23.
Begun in 2019 at the suggestion of Phil Fogarty ’76, the Labre Ministry connects students with their brothers and sisters of Cleveland’s East Side in weekly visits on Tuesday afternoons. NDCL’s consistent presence each week has enabled students to develop ongoing personal relationships with the adults and children they meet each week.
“Labre is undoubtedly the most popular and impactful service ministry we sponsor,” commented Director of Campus Ministry Halle McKeon. “Our students connect so genuinely with the people they meet. We are not just dropping off food and clothing. We really get to know the people we serve, and they get to know us—often by name. It is truly an experience of solidarity for everyone involved.”
NDCL’s Labre Ministry takes its name and inspiration from St. Benedict Joseph Labre, patron saint of the homeless.
