Dear Mooney Family,

February and March are always busy times of year for our admissions and counseling offices as we begin to accept and register incoming freshmen, and work to register classes for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Consequently, next week, we will be mailing all families their re-enrollment packets for next school year. The materials include the Re-enrollment Form, EdChoice Renewal Form, and EdChoice Authorization Form. Most importantly, the re-enrollment form needs to be completed by March 14. Please prioritize completing these tasks to ensure a smooth transition for your son(s)/daughter(s) next school year.

Over the next couple of weeks, during a portion of Theology classes, our school counselors will advise students about their class scheduling options for next year. During these meetings, our counselors address the various graduation requirements, special programs, and course offerings to ensure students can make well-informed decisions about their course selections for next year. We recommend that our parents also take some time to review the 2025-26 Course Description Booklet and course registration forms, which will be available on the website next week. 

The Course Description Booklet will provide a comprehensive overview of all academic requirements and policies, and a detailed description of every class. Your student's course registration form will present their class choices for the next school year. When that form is complete, your signature will be required for your student to move forward with online registration later in March. Students must have turned in their re-enrollment forms to register for classes. 

Also, on March 11 and April 26, we will invite incoming families to our new student registration days. Parents can learn more about freshman-year (and transfer-year) course offerings, our bell schedule, uniform, and class registration during these events. 

For any inquiries about course registration, reach out to your student’s counselor — the freshman/sophomore counselor, Mrs. O'Neill, or the junior/senior counselor, Mrs. Hughes.

Warm Regards,

Nick Beyer

President/Principal

UPCOMING EVENTS

ACT Test for Sophomores and Juniors

On Tuesday, Feb. 25, all juniors will be administered the ACT, the following day, Feb. 26, all sophomores will take the PreACT. There is no cost to take this exam, and all students have been registered. Use the link below and scroll to the bottom of the page to find free test preparation resources. All students will remain in school for regular hours.

ACT Test Preparation | Test Prep Resources

Parent-Teacher Conferences

We look forward to welcoming parents on Wednesday, Feb. 26 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. to visit with teachers at our second-semester Parent-Teacher Conferences. Parent-Teacher Conferences provide a timely opportunity to assess your student’s academic progress and discuss any other pertinent matters with their teachers. No appointments are necessary, as parents can visit teachers on a walk-in basis.

School And Home Partnership dinner

The School and Home Partnership will host a dinner for all parents on Feb. 26 from 5-6 p.m. in the cafeteria. Please join us. For more information about this event or the SHP in general, please email Michelle Wade.

IMPORTANT DATES

Week of Feb. 23

Baseball tryouts: Monday, Feb. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Ron Stoops Sr. Baseball And Softball Facility

ACT Testing (Juniors): Tuesday, Feb. 25, 8:30-11:30 a.m., CMHS

Baseball tryouts: Tuesday, Feb. 25, 3:25-5:15 p.m., Ron Stoops Sr. Baseball And Softball Facility

PreACT Testing (Sophomores): Wednesday, Feb. 26, 8:30-11:30 a.m., CMHS

Parent/Teacher Conferences: Wednesday, Feb. 26, 3:30-6:30 p.m., CMHS

Week of March 2

Late Start Monday: Monday, March 3, 9:30, CMHS

Ash Wednesday Mass: Wednesday, March 5, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Auditorium

Baseball Youth Clinic: Saturday, March 8, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Ron Stoops Sr. Baseball And Softball Facility

All are welcome at Ash Wednesday Mass

As we look to begin the sacred season of Lent, Cardinal Mooney High School invites all members of the Mooney Family—students, parents, alumni, and friends—to join us for our Ash Wednesday Mass on Wednesday, March 5, at 11 a.m. in the school auditorium. This special liturgy marks the beginning of our Lenten journey, a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving as we prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter.

Ash Wednesday reminds us of our call to repentance and renewal in Christ. When we receive ashes on our foreheads, we hear the words, “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” This solemn reminder of our mortality invites us to turn away from sin and embrace the Gospel with renewed faith. As a Catholic school, our mission is rooted in forming disciples of Christ—young men and women who seek truth, serve others, and grow in holiness. Lent offers us a powerful opportunity to deepen our relationship with God through acts of self-denial, generosity, and reflection on His boundless mercy.

We encourage all students and families to enter this season with open hearts, embracing its call to “Return to the Lord with all your heart” (Joel 2:12). Join us in prayer as we begin this holy time together.

We look forward to seeing you at Mass as we journey through Lent as one Mooney Family!

Men's basketball eyes Crestwood in tourney opener

On Saturday, our men's basketball team will travel to Mantua to take on eighth-seed Crestwood in the first round of the Division V, Northeast 4 Sectional/District bracket.

Tickets can be purchased here.

The winner of the contest will play either Crestview or South Range on Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.

Baseball team tryouts set for Monday, Tuesday

Cardinal Mooney baseball tryouts will be held on the following dates:

Monday, Feb. 24: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 25: 3:25-5:15 p.m.

All players are required to wear Mooney baseball hats, Mooney shirts, and baseball pants for tryouts and all mandatory practices. If you do not have these items, notify Coach Reese on Monday, Feb. 24, to make arrangements.

Winter sports athletes must be cleared by their winter coach before participating in tryouts or mandatory practices.

For questions, contact Coach Reese. Let’s get ready for a great season — Go Cards!

Gear up for the season with our official Nike team shop. You can purchase items now until March 5.

The official team store is open now until March 5. Shop now!

Lacrosse season is almost here, and game nights can get a little cold, so take a look at the official Nike team store to grab some new gear — including hoodies and jackets!

Tickets still available for Hall of Fame

The excitement is building as we prepare to honor the 2025 class of inductees into the Cardinal Mooney High School Athletic Hall of Fame! Join us for this special evening of celebration on Saturday, Feb. 22, at The Lake Club in Poland.

This annual event is a proud tradition that showcases the dedication, talent, and excellence of Mooney’s outstanding athletes. Tickets are still available! Secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable night by visiting our website today.

Don’t wait—reserve your place now and celebrate Mooney pride with us!

Armory open hours

Our training facility, The Armory, will be open for students from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., every Monday through Thursday. Please read our Armory Access Policy here.

Register here now!

Register here now!

Guidance updates

Cardinal Mooney High School students planning to participate in College Credit Plus next year must attend Youngstown State University’s placement and orientation on March 3. A YSU representative will assist with the process, and students must bring their Social Security number for the application.

Sophomores will take the PreACT on Feb. 26, and juniors will take the ACT on Feb. 25. Both tests help students assess college readiness and improve study strategies.

Iowa Assessment retakes and testing for all freshmen are scheduled for April 7-9. Test prep resources are available online and in person.

Click here for more details on these items and many more.

We invite your family and friends to join us at one of our upcoming Admissions events and experience the Cardinal Mooney spirit firsthand. If you know a prospective student who would thrive in a community rooted in faith, excellence, and opportunity, encourage them to explore what it means to be a Cardinal. Applications for the 2025-26 school year are available now!

• High School Placement Test (HSPT): All 8th graders applying to Cardinal Mooney must take the HSPT. Our next test is on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 8 a.m. Register here.
• Shadow Days: We’ve loved welcoming so many shadows to spend a day at Mooney! If your 8th grader hasn’t yet experienced life as a Cardinal, sign up here.
• Talk & Tour Tuesday: Explore our campus and learn more about our programs on the first Tuesday of the month, Register here.

Our Red And Gold Gala presents The Red Party — and it's right around the corner. Get details on one of our biggest events now!

To learn more, contact Sue Brandenstein.