KEY DATES
Quarter 2/ Semester 1 Ends
Friday, January 16
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 19
Catholic Schools Week
January 25–30
DOMINATION
Friday, January 30
12:00 p.m. dismissal
DOMS Acceptance Day (Accepted Students Day)
Sunday, February 1
1:00–3:00 p.m.
FEBRUARY AT A GLANCE
Presidents Day (No School)
February 16
Ash Wednesday
February 18
IN THE CLASSROOM
Travel to a Biome
Biology students explored Earth’s major biomes through a project-based learning experience. They researched specific biomes and locations, then developed persuasive travel presentations highlighting climate, wildlife, plant life, landforms, and notable natural features. To enhance their presentations, students constructed detailed 3-D biome models with labeled plants, animals, and abiotic factors. This hands-on project deepened their understanding of ecosystems while fostering creativity, research skills, and scientific modeling. The outcomes were both informative and impressive.
COLLEGE CORNER
Staten Island HBCU Experience 2026
Students and families are invited to attend the Staten Island HBCU Experience 2026, featuring 22 confirmed Historically Black Colleges and Universities—with more on the way. This college fair is a great opportunity to explore academic programs, admissions pathways, scholarships, and campus life directly with HBCU representatives.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, January 24
Time:10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Curtis High School (105 Hamilton Avenue, Staten Island).
Participating institutions include nationally recognized HBCUs such as Howard University, Hampton University, Morehouse College, and North Carolina A&T State University, among many others.
Guidance Department Reminders
Junior Parents:
Please be on the lookout for two emails from Mrs. McCaig, one containing registration information for your Naviance Parent Account, and another with a copy of the College Information presentation shared on December 2.
Senior Parents:
Please be sure you have completed the FAFSA and all required college financial aid forms. Additionally, remind students to submit copies of all scholarship offers they receive to Mrs. McCaig. Students should also continue updating Mrs. McCaig and Naviance with all college decisions as they are received.
ATHLETICS
Athletics Schedule | January 12–18
Monday, January 12
Indoor Track
Jersey City Championship
4:00–10:30 p.m.
Jersey City Armory
687 Montgomery Street | Jersey City, NJ
Tuesday, January 13
Swimming: Meet at Ferris High School 4:30–6:30 p.m.
James J. Ferris High School (Away)
35 Colgate Avenue | Jersey City, NJ
Basketball vs. Memorial High School 5:30–9:00 p.m.
County Prep High School (Home)
525 Montgomery St | Jersey City, NJ
Wednesday, January 14
Indoor Track
NJSIAA State Relay Championship
4:30–10:30 p.m.
John Bennett Indoor Athletic Complex
1519 Hooper Avenue | Toms River, NJ
Thursday, January 15
Basketball vs. Union City High School 5:30–9:00 p.m.
County Prep High School (Home)
525 Montgomery St | Jersey City, NJ
Saturday, January 17
Swimming: National Catholic High Schools Swimming & Diving Championships
Day 1 of 2 | All day
Loyola University Maryland
4900 N Charles Street
Baltimore, MD
Basketball vs. Harrison High School 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Harrison High School (Away)
401 Kingsland Avenue | Harrison, NJ
Sunday, January 18
Swimming: Catholic Nationals
Day 2 of 2 | All day
Loyola University Maryland
4900 N Charles Street
Baltimore, MD