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Learn what being an Explorer is all about

Founded in 1927, Marquette Catholic High School is a college preparatory,
co-educational school where we do exactly that, prepare students for college.
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It's a great time to be an Explorer!

The Marquette experience is unique, challenging and - a lot of fun. Every year, our students go on to attend some of the nation's finest universities. As a college prep school, we prepare our students to graduate from, not just get into, college. We know we have succeeded when our graduates tell us "Marquette was tougher than their first couple years of college."
Our graduates also become a part of the Marquette family for life.  If you are a prospective student or the parent of a prospective student, we hope you will come to visit us and learn what being an Explorer is all about.
 
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News & Announcements

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Beaber Takes 4th at IHSA State Discus

Please join us in congratulating Marquette Catholic junior Jack Beaber on his 4th place finish in the Discus at the IHSA State Track & Field Finals at Eastern Illinois University! We believe he is the first Track & Field medalist in Marquette history.
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Thanks Coach!

After dedicating 11 years and racking up nearly 200 wins, Coach Tim Fahnestock announces he is stepping down as the Explorers' head baseball coach.
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IHSA Girls Track Report

Congratulations to our Girls Track team who established a new Marquette Catholic school record in the 4x100 Relay and finished 22nd overall at the IHSA State Finals. Davenport also finished 17th overall in the Triple Jump, while establishing a new personal best.
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Booster Club Athletic Awards Banquet

Marquette Catholic Booster Club proudly presents the 2025 Athletic Awards & Banquet on May 18th at the Woodlands Golf Club. Doors open at 4:30 pm. The awards presentation follows dinner. Please RSVP by May 1st.
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Military Event Invitation

Marquette Catholic invites area Veterans and Active Duty members, as well as our alumni, parents past and present, donors, and Friends of Marquette, to join us this coming Wednesday, April 23, at MCHS for a special ceremony.
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Explore the Tradition at Our Summer Camps!

Led by our exceptional team of coaches, our "Explore the Tradition" camps offer young athletes a chance to experience our top-notch athletic program in a fun and supportive environment. Register by May 12 to receive an exclusive early discount!

Ready to join the tradition?
Click the blog for more details or to sign up today!
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Student Standouts

Marquette Catholic recognizes seniors Grace Schwegel and Maya Stephan as Student Standouts, who are chosen based on their outstanding academic accomplishments including GPA and college dual credit hours.
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Davenport Breaks 3 School Records!

Please join us in congratulating junior Karly Davenport on being selected as the Marquette Catholic Athlete of the Month, presented by The Loading Dock. Karly currently holds four school records: 200 Meter Dash, 60 Meter Dash, 200 Meter Dash and the Triple Jump.
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Performing Arts Presents Freaky Friday

The MCHS Performing Arts Department takes the stage on April 10-12, 2025 in an American classic; an overworked mother and teenage daughter must learn to appreciate each other's struggles, learn self-acceptance, and mutual respect to put things right!
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Blood Drive • April 8

Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter MarquetteCatholicHS to schedule your appointment. You can find all the details found in the blog. Hope begins with you.
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Student Art Show

Join us April 4th for the 2025 MCHS Art Show in the new Alumni Hall (off of the new Chapel) from 6:00 to 8:00PM. Awards given out at 7:30PM. Please come out and see some of the amazing works our very own students have completed!
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ACES Head to State!

Congratulations to our Academic Challenge for Engineering and Science (ACES) team on their impressive success at the competition held at SWIC this weekend. We are proud to announce two of our students move on to the State competition at Eastern Illinois University!
DAN PICHEE SCHOLARSHIP

The Daniel Pichee Explorer Scholarship

We would like to express our deepest condolences to the family of Daniel Pichee, Marquette Catholic class of 1979. The Pichee family has generously established the Daniel Pichee Explorer Scholarship, which will help offset the cost of tuition for a MCHS freshman.
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Rotary Student of the Month

Congratulations to senior Ania Sneed for being named the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Student of the Month for March 2025.
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Spring Sports | Online Spirit Store is OPEN!

Check out the Explorers spring sports online store TODAY! Apparel options for men, women, and youth. The DEADLINE to order is MARCH 17 at 11:59 pm. marquettecatholic.org/springspiritstore
STUDENT STANDOUTS

Student Standouts

Marquette Catholic recognizes seniors Marian Elmendorf and Cassidy Eccles as student standouts! They were chosen based on their outstanding academic accomplishments.
1984 STATE CHAMPS

Celebrating the '84 State Champs!

The year was 1984 ... the MCHS Explorers baseball team brought home the hardware! An evening of celebration and reminiscing with family, teammates, and fellow Explorers! Check out the photos!
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Youth Cheer Clinic | Feb 8

The Marquette Catholic cheerleaders are excited to host a cheer clinic for k-8th graders! Participants will learn sideline cheers, big cheers, jumps, and more from the current MCHS cheerleading squad & perform with the squad at the home basketball game on Feb. 14!
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BOYS BOWLING Heads to State Finals!

The MCHS boys bowling team hit an amazing milestone this season. For the first time in school history, the team is heading to State! Congratulations! On Explorers!
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