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…
Building, Exploring, and Creating
STEM Night Inspires Thurmont Students Alisha Yocum Families of Thurmont Primary School and Thurmont Elementary School gathered on February 12 for an evening of hands-on learning during the schools’ third annual Family STEM Night, which was sponsored by the Parent Teacher Association. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Nearly 150 students, parents, and…
EHS Alumni Association Offers 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…
Ancient Free and Accepted Masons Acacia Lodge #155
Thurmont’s Masonic Lodge Offering Three Scholarship Awards 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…
Thurmont High School Association Alumni Scholarships
Are you looking for a scholarship? Check the Community Foundation of Frederick County for the scholarships offered by the Thurmont High School Association Fund, Donald L. Lewis Community Impact Fund for Thurmont High School Alumni & Donald P Dougherty Jr. Memorial Fund. Nine Scholarships are available for the 2026-2027 college year. The Application process is…
CHS Teacher and Coach Inducted into Hall of Fame
Named after its former Executive Director, the YMCA of Frederick County’s Alvin G. Quinn Sports Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made a significant impact on athletics in Frederick County. On January 31, the YMCA inducted nine new recipients into the Sports Hall of Fame during a ceremony at New Spire Arts in Frederick.…
Students Corner
by Elliott BrownMother Seton School Student, Sixth Grade Each month, students from Mother Seton School’s Newspaper Club will be submitting articles from their perspective as a student. The Almost Nine-Day Weekend Day 1: Tuesday, January 20. Today, on Tuesday, January 20, middle school social studies teacher Mr. Brown informed each of his classes of a…
FCPS Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Award Recipients
Alisha Yocum Each year, Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr through a ceremony at Thomas Johnson High School. Dr. King, a minister and civil rights leader, devoted his life to the fight for equality and justice, advocating for social change through nonviolent protest. His leadership played a…
From Calf to Show Ring
An FFA Project Series For my 2026 market and breeding projects, all animals were born and bred on my farm. The steer I plan to take to the Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show in September is a Maintainer named Fort Worth. Fort Worth was born on March 25, 2025, and was the last calf born…
Bocce Tournament Raises Funds for the Ms. Kelle Brumley Inclusivity Scholarship
Catoctin High School(CHS) students and staff participated in a very special Bocce Tournament on Wednesday, December 17, held in memory of CHS Special Education Teacher Kelle Brumley. Ms. Brumley was not only a teacher but also a co-coach of the many Unified Sports teams at Catoctin High School. The tournament was held to raise funds…
Local Students Excel in SkillsUSA Competition
Several students from Catoctin High School who attend the Frederick County Public Schools Career and Technology program recently showed off the skills they learned during the annual SkillsUSA local competition. Students from across all Fredrick County Public Schools who finished in the top five of their competition were recognized during an award ceremony on December…
Spanish Honor Society Students Serve Community
Six Catoctin High School Spanish Honor Society students and advisor/teacher Lynne Griffin spent the evening of Monday, December 1, serving as Spanish translators for a Christmas event at the Thurmont Community Closet. The event is held annually at the start of the Christmas season. The purpose of the event is to serve families in need…
From Calf to Show Ring
An FFA Project Series by Makayla Comer Makayla Comer is a junior at Catoctin High School and a member of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). She is serving as the 2025-2026 Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show Ambassador and currently serves as Social Media Coordinator. In this monthly series, Comer will take readers behind the…
Catoctin FFA “EMPOWER” at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo
The National FFA Convention is held every year and attracts FFA members from every state, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The 98th National FFA Convention was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, from October 29 through November 1, 2025. While at the convention, 24 Catoctin FFA members joined over 73,000 other FFA members and guests…
