Happy New Year! The second semester is in full swing, and things look a little different than they did just a few months ago.
We started the new semester by having students enter the renovated main entrance for the first time since last May. Seeing the student reactions to the new Tom Hoffman Alumni Hall and Commons was amazing! Students are found using the space at all hours and the staff are slowly settling in. We look forward to welcoming you through our new front doors soon.
We have had 58 students shadow this year and have nearly another dozen scheduled for the weeks to come. If your 8th grader is still undecided or you know an 8th grader who is, we would love the opportunity to host them on The Hill! Please contact me to set that up.
Attached you will find the broadcast that your child helped our Broadcast and Journalism team create during NCC's Open House last week. We have some future broadcasters on our hands!!
Event Details: Those who took the test at NCC will be mailed the results, an invitation to a scheduling meeting, and a letter with a QR code to register for the 2026-27 school year. Congratulations to the top 10 test scorers on their scholarships:
Owen Meyers, St. Therese
Casey Wagner, St. Thomas
Nora Kremer, St. Joseph
Alex Tallarigo, St. Catherine
Ben Rauen, St. Mary
Reese Desmond, St. Catherine
Elijah Feldman, St. Mary
Landon Wagner, St. Thomas
Owen Lanham, St. Therese
Benjamin Stevie, St. Thomas
GRADE SCHOOL NIGHT GIRLS BASKETBALL
When: Jan. 19
Time: JV @6:00, Varsity @7:30 PM
Where: NCCHS
Event Details:Make your way to The Hill on January 19th for Grade School Night as the Breds take on Beechwood. Come cheer on the girls and join us for some halftime fun.
CATHOLIC SCOOLS' WEEK
When: Jan. 26-30
Where: throughout the diocese
Event Details:We are proud to celebrate Catholic Schools' Week. Please keep NCC, our students, and our faculty and staff in your prayers as we pray for you and your family, your teachers, and your school.
INCOMING FRESHMEN REGISTRATION / SCHEDULING
When: Feb 1.
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
Where: NCCHS cafeteria
Event Details:There will be an information session for the incoming NCC Class of 2030. Students and parents/ guardians are invited to NCC to receive general info and timelines for incoming freshmen, submit schedule requests, and pick up a Home of a Thoroughbred sign.
Event Details: Several NCC classes working on a group project to organize a PE class for the younger grades on the topic of their choice. Students are in the planning stage and will have teach a game, a skill, or a sport. These days will be spent with various grade levels. The kids love when high school students return to teach them, and our students love the opportunity.
ANNUAL NCC VS. ORANGE CRUSH
Come cheer on the Orange Crush VS. your NCC Intramural Champs at the annual Orange Crush game! The Orange Crush is a recreational team that supports young adults with special needs in the NKY area. Coached by NC grad, John Foppe, '80 - the evening is sure to be a fantastic night of community! All are welcome!
When: Tuesday, February 10
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: NCC
Cost:Donations to support the Special Olympics of NKY will be taken at the door!
GRADE SCHOOL VISITS
When: Feb. 11
Time: 1:45-2:15 pm
Where: Holy Trinity, St. Catherine, St. Therese, St. Thomas, and St. Joseph
Event Details:Our seniors will be headed to 3rd and 4th grade classrooms for the first of four outreach dates. During these visits, we will do a series of STEM activities together.
ALL-SCHOOL MASS ASH WEDNESDAY
When: Wednesday, February 18
Time: 1:15 PM
Location: St. Catherine
Event Details:Please join us on Wednesday, February 18th, at 1:15 PM, as we celebrate Ash Wednesday Mass at St. Catherine. We look forward to celebrating together.
NCC ALL SCHOOL MASS AT ST. BERNARD
When: Mar. 11
Time: 1:15 PM
Where: St. Bernard, 401 Berry Street, Dayton, KY 41074
Event Details: NewCath students will be celebrating an All School Mass with Fr. Pitstick. All are welcome!
EASTER ON THE HILL
When: Mar. 28
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
Where: NCCHS
Event Details: Bring your little bunnies and chicks to The Hill for some student led games and Easter egg hunt. This event does has a continuous egg hunt and booths with games and treats. Come and go as your schedule allows!
GRADE SCHOOL VISITS
When: April 20
Time:1:45-2:15 pm
Where: Holy Trinity, St. Catherine, St. Therese, St. Thomas, and St. Joseph
Event Details:Our seniors will be headed to 3rd and 4th grade classrooms for the first of four outreach dates. During these visits, we will do a series of STEM activities together.
STUDENT VIEWING OF THE SPRING MUSICAL
When: April 21
Time: TBD
Where: NCCHS
Event Details: Keeping with tradition, grade school students will be invited to the student viewing of the spring musical during the school day. Transportation provided. More info coming soon.
NCC ALL SCHOOL MASS AT ST. CATHERINE
When: April 29
Time: 1:15 PM
Where: St. Catherine of Siena,1803 N Ft Thomas Ave, Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Event Details: NewCath students will be celebrating an All School Mass with Fr. Stef. All are welcome!
ALUMNI OPPORTUNITIES
Alumni Volunteer Retreat Interest
We’re excited to invite our alumni community to be part of this year’s retreats and prayer opportunities! If you’re interested in helping out, please take a moment to fill out the attached form and let us know your availability.
One new addition to this year is that we are asking alumni to consider assisting us in covering Eucharistic Exposition in our Chapel during the entirety of the school day on First Fridays (beginning in October). Your presence makes a real difference for our students, and we’d love to have you join us again this year!
Alannah Kues (Class of 2026) and Ben Fassler (Class of 2027)
Q:Introduce yourself
Alannah: Alannah Kues, senior. I went to St. Thomas and St. Joseph's in Cold Spring for grade school.
Ben: Ben Fassler, junior. I went to St. Catherine for grade school.
Q: What is your best grade school memory?
Alannah: When I was in third grade and we had a polar express Christmas party with hot chocolate during the hot chocolate scene!
Ben: Olympic Day because it was one of the last days of school, and it was a full day outside.
Q: Why did you choose NCC?
Alannah: I chose NCC because I already knew people, friends and family, and wanted to be a part of the big family!
Ben: To be at a private, catholic school with a good sense of community
Q: What has been your best high school experience so far?
Alannah: Going to state for 3 years for track and field!
Ben: Getting Regional Runner Up in golf this year
Q: What do you most look forward to in your high school career?
Alannah: I look forward most to the track meets.
Ben: Seeing my friends every day and growing with them
Q: What advice would you give to your younger self?
Alannah: It's ok to mess up and don't beat yourself up if things change.
Ben: School isn't only about grades, so don't take it so seriously. Sports are also not that serious. Have fun.
Q: What legacy do you hope to leave after you graduate from NCC?
Alannah: I hope my legacy involves me being kind to others and a good track athlete.
Ben: I hope people say nice person who could always lighten up the room.
CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
Ciafardini Family Athletic Complex - The track has been completed filled with gravel. Based on the weather, the asphalt will have to wait until the ground eventually thaws. Interior work continues as does the exterior masonry work with brick on the building portion come to a finish soon.
THOROUGHBREDS IN THE NEWS
A brief recap of the newsworthy things happening on "The Hill".
On December 19, 2025, Newport Central Catholic High School celebrated the opening of its newly renovated entrance and main lobby with a private blessing led by Most Reverend Bishop John Iffert, Bishop of Covington.
Tom Hoffman Alumni Hall and Commons has reimagined the school’s entrance and main lobby into a secure, accessible, and welcoming space for students, staff, alumni, and guests. The renovation is possible by a gift from the Hoffman family, in memory of Thomas Hoffman, NC Class of 1978.
