September 19, 2025 | Issue #56

Panthers in the News

Please send your own Panthers in the News updates to Garen Distelhorst, distelhorst@elyriacatholic.com.

Grand Homecoming 

Get ready, Panthers! EC is excited to host its very first Grand Alumni Reunion during this year’s homecoming football game. It’s the perfect time to reconnect with old friends, celebrate our shared memories, and show your Panther pride. We’re looking forward to seeing familiar faces and making new memories together. Don’t miss this historic event! The deadline to register is September 30! https://elyriacatholic.com/grand-alumni-reunion

Discover the untold story of courage and justice in Radium Girls—a gripping drama inspired by true events.

Set in the 1920s, this powerful play follows Grace Fryer, a young dial painter who takes on the U.S. Radium Corporation after she and her coworkers begin falling mysteriously ill from the very substance they worked with every day. As public admiration for radium soars, Grace’s health declines—and her determination grows. Battling not only a powerful company but also the fears of her own community, Grace’s fight shines a light on the cost of silence and the power of one voice to spark change. Radium Girls is a haunting, timely, and deeply human story of resilience in the face of injustice. Save the dates for this powerful performance.

Philanthropy & Engagement

Cafeteria Upgrade!

A special thank you to the Class of 2025 and parents, alumni, and friends who supported last spring's Night at the Races. Thank you for making our cafeteria transformation possible!

Nominate for a 2026 Award

Help us Celebrate and Honor Members of our Elyria Catholic High School Community

Complete the online nomination form by clicking the [Nominate Here] button or print and mail the 2026 Nomination Form to nominate someone. Nominations will be accepted until Friday, September 26, 2025, and can be mailed to Elyria Catholic High School, 725 Gulf Road, Elyria, OH 44035. Award decisions will be made by a predetermined and anonymous independent committee consisting of alumni, staff, and advisory council members. 

Elyria Catholic Class of 1966 - 60th Reunion!

The Class of 1966 is planning a 60th Reunion, and we need your help to reconnect with all our classmates! The Reunion Committee is gathering contact information, and we want to make sure Elyria Catholic has your updated details.

Please click the Alumni Update Form button above or [HERE] to update your information. Help spread the word! If you know classmates who aren’t receiving communications from EC, please share this message with them. Thank you, and we look forward to celebrating with you!

Calling All Future Panthers!

We’re excited to welcome all of our young Future Panthers to Elyria Catholic for a chance to meet our amazing Panthers and discover why “It’s Always a Great Day to Be a Panther!”

Join the Fun:

• Future Panther Club – Open to children in PreK through 6th grade, this brand-new club is packed with exciting activities, Panther spirit, and special opportunities throughout the year!
• Annual Football Cheer Clinic – A fan-favorite event where young cheerleaders can learn from the best and show off their Panther pride!

Don’t Miss Out!

Sign up today and be part of the fun, the spirit, and the Panther tradition! Check out all of the info below.

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