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 January 14th 

ACT Signups: Sophomores and Juniors, signups for ACT are due on 1/17/25. Testing will take place on 3/11/25. This is mandatory for all Juniors!

Failing Grades: Meetings will be taking place in Guidance for any student with a failing grade or below a C for honor classes.

Donate While You Dine: Visit Culver’s of Bourbonnais on Wednesday Jan 22nd. 10% of all sales will be donated to the High School girls’ basketball team!

National Honor Society: Any Junior or Senior eligible for National Honor Society will be receiving applications shortly.

Quest Retreat: Sophomore and Freshman, its your turn to register for Maternity BVM’s Quest Retreat. Cost is $25 - full details can be found here:
https://www.mbvmchurch.org/quest

No School: No school Monday, Jan 20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

Trivia Night: BMCS Athletic Booster Club’s Trivia Night is back February 1st! Socialize, have fun, and support Irish Athletics. Sign up your team here: https://www.bishopmac.com/page/trivia-night
**this is a 21+ event

Parking Spots: Parents and students, please remember that the spots in the front of the lot are reserved for auction purchasers. This includes school parking, events and games!

Irish Expo: ·Feb 2nd, 2025 2-4PM Bishop McNamara Kankakee Site will be showcasing all we have to offer. Find out what we are all about!

Alumni Event: The Irish Alumni Association will be having a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Saturday, March 15th join us at the Kankakee Country Club for food, drinks, live music, and basketball! More info to come.

All Site Mass: Jan 27th, during Catholic Schools week, we will have all site mass at the Kankakee site gym. Parents are welcome to join. Students, please remember mass attire.

Quarter Zips: If your fundraising goal was met by Oct 25th your student(s) will be receiving a quarter zip. These can be worn as part of the uniform. They will be sent home as soon as orders are all fulfilled!

Kairos: Kairos is a one-time special opportunity for Juniors and Seniors to go on retreat and discover a greater experience of God's love. The dates will be March 18-21st, and sign-up sheets are available at school. We are asking students to sign up by January 22nd. The cost is $20, and there are limited spots available. Please sign up soon!

College Visit: For any students signed up the ISU college visit is on 1/22/25.