School News
The Thurmont Lions Club’s Essay Contest Winners
The Thurmont Lions Club recently held its annual essay contest. There were a total of 35 essay entries. The winning essays were as follows: Elementary School (Grades 1-5): What if the Declaration of Independence had a secret code leading to hidden treasure? Where do you think it would be hidden and why? The winner was…
Young Artists Shine at FCPS Art Exhibit
By Alisha Yocum Upon entering the gallery at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center in Frederick, visitors are greeted by walls filled with artwork in a wide range of styles, all created by talented young artists from Frederick County Public Schools. The exhibition, which was on display for the month of March, was curated through art…
Student’s Corner
by Francesca kinnamont Mother Seton School Student, Sixth Grade The Christmas Puppy Hey, everyone! If you were in third grade with me, you may have seen some photos of my adorable puppy, and I’m talking about him today! In case you weren’t in my class, here’s the article! Brace yourself for major cuteness. My dog,…
EHS Alumni Association Offers Four Scholarships
The Emmitsburg High School Alumni Association is accepting scholarship applications. Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded in May to deserving students. Any Catoctin High School senior or graduate who is enrolled in an institution of higher learning is eligible if he/she resides in the Emmitsburg School District. This includes Emmitsburg 21727, Rocky Ridge 21778, and…
Thurmont Grange #409 Scholarships Available
The Thurmont Grange #409 wants everyone to know that there are scholarship applications now available. If you are a 2026 Catoctin High School graduating senior and will be attending a two- or four-year college, technical or trade school, you are eligible to apply. You do not need to be a Grange member. Email thurmontgrange@gmail.com or…
Ancient Free and Accepted Masons Acacia Lodge #155
Since 1995, Thurmont Masons have awarded scholarships worth over $100,000 to area students! Scholarships are available to all graduating high school level seniors from a Maryland State accredited public, private, and/or homeschool program who reside within the Catoctin High School district boundaries, as per the Frederick County Public School district map (see FCPS District Map…
Nominate a CHS Graduate Making a Difference
The Distinguished Graduate Organization was established to recognize the graduates of Catoctin High School (CHS) who have made a difference locally, in the state, and/or in the nation. These men and women are nominated in five categories: Academics, Arts & Humanities, Athletics, Business, and Service (community, military, or public). Nominated graduates will be mailed an…
