John Thornburg
Headmaster
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Dear Families,
I am in the habit of using my car's navigational system during my morning commute. This system allows me to get a sense of how long it will take to get to school and if there are any areas to avoid on my route. There was an early morning meeting on my calendar last week, and I left my house in plenty of time to arrive at school at least fifteen minutes early so I could be ready for the meeting... or so I thought. When I got in the car that morning, my GPS told me that I would arrive one minute late for the appointment. Exasperated, I set out determined to make up that one minute along the way.
Driving a little faster than usual, I kept checking my estimated arrival time, and it remained the same. I decided to go a little faster. Suddenly, the estimated arrival time changed, informing me that I would now be four minutes late! How could this be? Not to be thwarted, I increased my speed far beyond my comfort zone in an effort to get to school in time. After ten more minutes of traveling faster than most of the traffic around me, my navigational system indicated that I would now be eight minutes late! It felt like I was going backwards. I wasn't gaining any time; I was losing it. All of my efforts were for naught.
I decided to slow down and let go of what I could not control. I called the meeting organizer and let him know that traffic was heavy and I was going to arrive late.
Able to shift focus to solely what was in front of me, I traveled farther down the road a few miles and discovered the reason for my delay... a fender bender on the interstate had backed up traffic. Having released all of my frustration and worry with a decision and a phone call, I had a much more enjoyable trip!
The days between Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve are filled with activities, family and friends. We push ourselves to take care of every detail for gift-giving and special events until they are completed. It is the holiday rush. Much like my morning trip, we strive to accomplish as much as we can and as fast as we can. Yet, our efforts sometimes make us feel like we are on a treadmill - lots of effort, but no progress.
This holiday season, please try and reflect on these words from Proverbs, Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
May God continue to use us to walk in His steps and bless others in holiday season.
Thank you for your support,
John K. Thornburg
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Monday, November 29
Day 3
Mandatory COVID-19 Testing - in the Gym for students, faculty and staff
MC Santa Toy Drive
Tuesday, November 30
Day 4
Belgian Waffles - in the Cafeteria
Wednesday, December 1
Day 5
Make-A-Wish Decades Dress Down Day - $5
Activity Schedule
Advisory - Grades 9 and 10
Dismissal - Grades 11 and 12
Thursday, December 2
Day 6
Pizza and Prayer - 5 PM
Friday, December 3
Day 7
Latin Rosary - 7:30 AM
St. Francis Xavier Feast Day Mass
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Faculty Spotlight: Mr. Thomas Burke - Fine Arts Teacher |
Dear Malden Catholic Community,
This year I joined Malden Catholic as an Art and Music Teacher. I previously taught these subjects in Waltham, Wakefield, Chelmsford and North Andover.
Before I began my teaching career, I worked in graphic design and marketing, creating digital and print materials such as flyers, brochures, presentations, business cards, and advertisements to name a few.
I also have a background in music. I began playing music and drums at the age of 13. I enjoy being a musician - I play guitar and piano as well. I am now heavily invested in music production and creating music/beats with software like Ableton Live.
I’m excited about the opportunity to share my experience and passion for both music and art with our Malden Catholic students. I have lots of exciting plans ahead for bringing new projects into the classroom, including animation and new programs in my digital art classes.
In addition to my digital art classes, I am currently teaching Music Theory and Piano at Malden Catholic, and hope to be able to incorporate a drumming and/or music production into the curriculum as well!
The MC faculty, staff and students have all been very welcoming and I am thrilled to be a part of the Malden Catholic team. I’m am excited about the year ahead!
Tom Burke
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All students are required to participate in school-wide COVID-19 testing on Monday, November 29. Below are the schedule and procedures for the rapid nasal swab testing:
- 7:55 AM - All Grade 9 and Grade 10 students must be in their homerooms
- 8:30 AM - All Grade 11 students must be in their homerooms
- 9 AM - All Grade 12 students must be in their homerooms
We are pleased to work with Cataldo Ambulance who will be facilitating all testing for us. To remain consistent with social distancing guidelines we will break up the testing schedule based on grades, homerooms and divisions. All 11th and 12th grade students are allowed to arrive later than 8 AM, but must be in their homerooms by the designated time for their grade.
Testing will be conducted in the gymnasium for the Boys Division and in the cafeteria for the Girls Division. Students will utilize our normal entry procedures. Boys Division will enter through door #11 and then walk to their homerooms. Girls Division will enter through door #1 and then walk to their homerooms. The testing area will be separated by homerooms. Students will be directed to their designated tables, complete the test, and then exit the testing area.
If you have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 3 months and the Nurse’s office has been notified, you do not need to take this test. If you have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 3 months and you have not notified the Nurse’s Office - you do not need to take this test, but you do need to contact the Nurse’s Office with the information (you will more than likely still test positive). Please contact either Nurse Paquette or Nurse Olive at [email protected] or [email protected].
Any member of our school community who cannot make this mandatory event should contact either Nurse Paquette, Nurse Olive or Mrs. Redman.
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No Cost COVID-19 Testing at MC
Testing is available on Mondays from 7 AM - 3 PM, Wednesdays from 9 AM - 5 PM, Thursdays from 11 AM to 7 PM and Saturdays from 8 AM - 4 PM. You can schedule an appointment through this link: https://cur.tv/malden.
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MC Santa Toy Drive - 11.29 |
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is an organization that works in partnership with families and communities north of Boston to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. MC has been supporting DCF for over 30 years and we look forward to continuing this holiday tradition. The 2021 Malden Catholic Santa Toy Drive will run through through Friday, December 17th.
Please drop off new, unwrapped toys at the MC Christmas tree in the foyer. The toys will be loaded onto DCF trucks following the Christmas Prayer Service in December.
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Coats for Kids and Families - 11.29 - 1.7 |
Malden Catholic's Campus Ministry department has teamed up with Anton's Cleaners and Jordan's furniture for Coats for Kids and Families.
Students are encouraged to bringing in gently used coats (for any age) from now until January 7, 2022. All coats collected will be cleaned by Anton's Cleaners then given to people in need of warm coats during the winter months. Collection boxes will be located in the lobby. This is an ideal time to look in your closet and donate a coat that you no longer wear.
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Make-A-Wish Club Decades Dress Down Day - 12.1 |
On Wednesday, December 1, the MC Make-A-Wish Club is sponsoring a Decades Dress Down Day at MC. For a $5 contribution, students, faculty and staff may choose to wear a style/look from any decade.
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Campus Ministry will be hosting the first Pizza and Prayer of the year on Thursday, December 2nd at 5 PM in the cafeteria. During Pizza and Prayer, students are invited to expand their spirituality in a communal setting while listening to and discussing scriptures and reflecting upon their personal and shared experiences. All MC students are invited to attend. Please email Dr. Baccari or Ms. Callahan if you have any questions at [email protected] or [email protected]. |
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MC Parent Council Meeting and Bow-making - 12.6 |
On Monday, December 6 at 6 PM, the Parent Club meeting will feature guests, Dr. Stephen Baccari and Nurse Elizabeth Paquette. Dr. Baccari will lead us in an Advent prayer and Mrs. Paquette will give us a bow-making lesson so attendees can make wreaths and packages shine this holiday.
The event will be held in the cafeteria and we ask that you bring your favorite wire edge ribbon to make holiday bows. Please bring 5 yards of ribbon for small bows and 10 -15 yards of ribbon (or a large roll of ribbon) for larger bows.
Official Parent Facebook Group
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MC's Make-A-Wish club will host a Holiday Craft Event in collaboration with Create & Escape on December 7 at 6:30 PM at the Irish American Club in Malden. For only $35, you can choose from 6 different creative studio craft designs that can become perfect holiday gifts! Register by Wednesday, December 1 through this link. And, be sure to wear your festive attire for the event.
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The December MC Parent Book Club Meeting will take place on Tuesday, December 7 at 6:30 PM at the Keran's family home in Stoneham. The group will be reading The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny Bayliss. You may attend in person or dial in through the attached link: https://sanofi.zoom.com/j/9307039967. (Meeting ID: 930 703 9967.)
Book Club members will also make wreaths for the holiday that evening. The cost for the wreath workshop is $50 which includes all materials. Except, please bring a pair of wire cutters & sharp scissors that will cut ribbon. You can pay on the night of with check/cash. Please email [email protected] with the "potential" color scheme you think you're looking for. Red/Green, Silver, Gold, Burgundy, etc. The club will also hold a Yankee Swap for those who attend ($30 limit). For more information or to R.S.V.P., please contact [email protected]
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Christmas Shorts Play - 12.9 & MC Christmas Concert - 12.16 |
This Christmas, the Performing Arts Department of Malden Catholic invites you to join and celebrate the season with us as the MC Drama students perform a delightful collection of Christmas skits entitled, Christmas Shorts, on December 9 at 7 PM in the cafeteria.
On December 16, the Malden Catholic Choir, Drama students, the MC A Cappella Singers and the Malden Catholic Dance Company invite you to attend the annual MC Christmas Concert. The Choir and Drama students will perform the Christmas Cantata “The Advent of Hope, The Birth of Peace," the MC A-Cappella Singers will perform traditional Christmas favorites such as "Carol of the Bells" and the MC Dance Company will showcase choreography to beloved Christmas classics. These are events not to be missed!
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La Colaborativa Candy Cane Gram |
Wish someone special a "Happy Holidays" greeting this season by sending a note and candy cane for $1 from December 13 - 16. The candy canes will be distributed on December 17. You can purchase your candy cane gram at lunch periods and before and after school. All proceeds go to benefit La Colaborativa, an organization that empowers Latinx immigrants to enhance the social and economic health of the community and its people.
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What's Happening Around MC? |
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Malden Catholic HOBY Representatives |
HOBY's mission is to inspire and develop our global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service, and innovation. We are excited to announce the four Malden Catholic students in Grade 10 who have been selected to represent our school at the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Seminar taking place at Bentley University from June 10-June 12, 2022. We know you’ll represent Malden Catholic well!
- James Mulvey ‘24
- Charles Lemieux ‘24
- Annie Harrington ‘24
- Yolandy Vargas ‘24
Through this transformative experience, which has been offered to students for over 60 years, students will develop leadership skills from an individual, group and community perspective; experience dynamic speakers from around the US and their local communities; participate with peers with diverse multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; spend a weekend living on a university campus for the first time; identify personal values and set goals; participate in community service projects; build a network of other students, volunteers and leaders outside of their school and local community; and discover how they can make a positive impact on their school and local communities.
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The folks at the Bread of Life were overjoyed as the NHS students packed up baskets containing turkey dinners that were to be delivered to the new staging facility in Malden. They were appreciated by all! |
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Thanksgiving Prayer Service |
At MC, we launched Thanksgiving week with a beautiful Thanksgiving Prayer Service in the gymnasium with the entire student body present. We would like to thank Campus Ministry and the students who led this wonderful service! |
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On Tuesday, the students beat the faculty 2:1 in the featured Pep Rally Dodgeball Competition! The event was enjoyed by everyone at MC! |
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Seniors Win Powderpuff Game |
Congratulations to the Senior Powderpuff Team! They won the Black and White tournament against the Junior Team on the Brother Gilbert Field. Both teams demonstrated tremendous athleticism and skill! |
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Thank you to all who have already registered for a winter sport. Please note that to participate in tryouts, students must have the following:
- Be registered on FamilyID and be listed as “Approved” which means you have a current physical, within the last 13 months on file.
- Have all fall uniforms and equipment issued returned.
- Passed a minimum of four classes for the last quarter per MIAA eligibility standards.
Winter Sport Tryout Schedule
Malden Catholic Winter sports will begin on Monday, November 29 (not including cheer.)
Girls Basketball
Monday Nov 29th – Dec 2nd
JV and Freshman tryouts 2:45 - 4:15 PM
Varsity tryouts (all returning varsity players, all Juniors, invited underclassmen) 4:15 - 5:45 PM
All teams will be selected following Wednesday tryouts.
Boys Basketball
Freshman and last year’s JV 11/29 - 12/1 at 5:45 - 7:00 PM
Last year’s Varsity 11/29, 11/30 at 7:15 - 9:00 PM
Winter Cheer
December 2nd and 3rd at 4:30 PM at 50 Crystal St.
Wrestling
11/29, 2:30 - 4:30 PM at 50 Crystal St.
Boys Swimming
11/29, 2:30 - 4:00 PM at Mystic Valley Pool
Girls Hockey
11/29-12/1, 5:00 - 5:50 PM at Malden Forum
Boys Hockey
11/29 - 12/1, at Malden Forum
Monday - Wednesday 2:45 PM – Returning Varsity and JV A Players
Monday - Wednesday 3:50 PM - Returning JV B and New Players
Girls Indoor Track
11/29, 2:30 PM in Cafeteria
Boys Indoor Track
11/29, 2:30 PM on Donovan Field
Did you miss out on ordering your MC Varsity Letterman Jacket? If so, the store is now open. Please note that the jackets will not be delivered until after Christmas on this order. https://championschoice.tuosystems.com/
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