NCHS Art Students Create for the Hungry

NCHS art students participated in this year's Tarrant Area Food Bank's, Empty Bowls. The Food Bank's most popular fundraising event is one of hundreds of such events held around the world to fight hunger.

Paying guests sampled savory soups, breads and desserts donated and served by local restaurants and caterers, and then select handcrafted or hand- decorated bowls donated by professional artisans, art students and hobby potters.

In 2007, to accommodate the growing number of guests, the Fifth Annual Empty Bowls moved to Round Up Inn at Will Rogers Memorial Center.

This is just one example of Nolan Catholic's part to educate for service, justice, and peace.

NCHS Thespians Cradick, Senkowsky Big Winners

Nolan Catholic students participated in the annual Teen Talent Follies, an awards program for musical theater and dance. The event featured talent from several area schools and was sponsored by Dance Theatre Arlington.

NCHS participants were as follows: Caroline Cradick (solo musical, group musical), Emily Senkowsky (solo musical, group musical), Molly Senkowsky (group musical), Geoff Pierret and Katie Simeroth (group musical).

Students had to audition to participate in the program. This was not a theater department sponsored event, however, the school was listed in the program and announced before and after every performance. All the students represented NCHS very well and had excellent performances. Junior Caroline Cradick (along with two non-Nolan students) was awarded with 1st place in the group musical category.

Freshman Emily Senkowsky won the solo musical event, and the 1st place award for the best performance of the entire show! She beat out many very experienced upperclassmen and blew the audience away with her voice (especially her solo). Emily won two trophies, a cash prize, and a scholarship.

NCHS Choral Department Rates at Competition

The choral department is very excited about the results of their TPSMEA State Choral Concert and Sightreading Competition: (Only the Varsity Choir participated in the Sightreading competition.)

Men's Choir - II = Excellent Rating in Concert (One judge gave them a I - Superior)

Women's Choir - II = Excellent Rating in Concert (One judge gave them a I - Superior)

Varsity Choir - I = Superior Rating in Concert (from every judge) II- Excellent in Sightreading

Nolan 12 - I = Superior Rating in Concert (from every judge) The judges comments applauded the group as the "best they had heard all day."

Congratulations to the students for all their time and effort, they have represented NCHS very well.

NCHS Students Earn Texan, Texanne Awards

Juniors David Eckelbarger and Delaine Crites were were named Young Texan and Texanne of the month, respectively, by the Fort Worth Optimist's Club at a breakfast recently at Woodhaven Country Club.

Sophomore Taylor Starks was also recognized as third place winner in the Optimist's Essay contest.

NCHS and Carter Blood Center to Host Blood Drive, April 11

Nolan Catholic High School and the Carter Blood Center will hold a blood drive, Wednesday, April 11, 2007 in the gym.

The Catholic community is invited to join NCHS in this important event. An individual must be 17 years of age or older in order to donate. Donors will also have the opportunity to learn their blood type as well as their cholesterol level.

The drive is from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Dr. Ken Kohutek at 817- 457-2920, ext. 1558 or by e-mail at kkohutek @nolancatholichs.org.

NHS to Hold Stuffed Animal Drive

The National Honor Society will be collecting stuffed animals during Holy Week, April 2-4 to benefit the Tarrant County Child Advocacy Program which serves abused children.

Students can turn in their donations to the religion classes.

NCHS Band to Host Big Band Dance May 5

Are you looking for a family-oriented event with an opportunity to listen and dance to some great music? Then consider attending the NCHS Jazz Band's Big Band Dance on Saturday May 5, 2007 at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church, 5819 West Pleasant Ridge Road, Arlington.

The dance will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature the Nolan Catholic High School Jazz Band. Snacks and deserts will be provided. Soft drinks and water will be offered for sale. This is an alcohol-free event. If you enjoy dancing or listening to the Big Band sound, this is an event you will not want to miss.

For more information contact Paul or Joy Krebs at 817 691-5954.

NCHS Choir Banquet Set for April 22

The Nolan Catholic Choir Banquet will be held Sunday, April 22, 6:00 p.m. at Rolling Hills Country Club in Arlington (9.5 miles from Nolan).

"A Night with the Stars" is for all choir members, family and invited guest. Tickets are $20 per person. Invitations including return envelopes were mailed March 30th. All money must be returned to the choir room by April 10th.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear the Seniors sing, dine with your friends and share in the excitement of awards night. If you did not receive information by mail or email and need directions or a payment envelope please call Ginna Sauerwein at 817-366-6616.

Vikings Fall in TAPPS State Championship Game

The boy's basketball team fell in the TAPPS 6A state basketball championship game, 51-43, to Houston St. Pius X in Tyler, Texas. They finish the season as the 6A runner-up in the state. Congratulations to the team, coaches, and parents on a successful and exciting season.

Lady Vikings Fall in TAPPS State Semi- Finals

The girls basketball team lost their semi-final game against Houston St. Agnes, 56-49, in Tyler, Texas. They finish the season with a Final Four appearance in 6A play. Congratulations to the ladies, coaches, and parents on a successful and great season.

Disinski Signs Letter of Intent

Senior baseball player Jarrett Disinski signed a letter on intent with Ottawa University in Kansas on February 27.

Congratulations Jarrett and God bless in your academic and athletic years to come.

Spirit Gear for Tots

The Viking Club Spirit Gear Store now has t-shirts and sweatshirts for infant and toddler "Future Vikings." Sizes range from newborn to 24 months. Youth smalls are also available in some cases.

You can purchase items for your children as well as other general spirit gear items to show your Viking spirit. Just visit http://www.vi kingclubspiritgear.org/. Money raised through Viking Club assists school athletic programs. Check it out.

NCHS is pleased to announce that over $242,000 has been raised in the 2006-2007 Annual Fund Appeal. These dollars are critical in providing essential elements that provide a strong foundation for our students. To those of you who have generously donated - thank you! You have made an important difference in the lives of our students!

If you have not yet made your contribution to the Annual Fund, it’s not too late. NCHS is committed to build on its rich history of tradition and excellence. You can help! Your generosity paves the way for Nolan Catholic to continue its legacy of excellence.

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