SES Students Advance in Essay Contests
Sabillasville Environmental School (SES) recently had two students advance in local essay contests. Ruby Jones, an 8th grader, placed first in the Thurmont American Legion Americanism, and then went on to win both the Regional and State competitions. Julia Marl, also an 8th grader, place first in the Thurmont Lions Club Patriotism Essay Contest, advancing…
Catoctin Community 5K: Heroes on the Run
By Zo Wetzel, Catoctin High School Student On June 6, the 3rd Annual Catoctin Community 5K will commence at Catoctin High School, down at the Cougar Stadium. Catoctin High’s Student Government Association has been reaching out to local businesses for several months, collecting donations and general public support in order to bring this event to…
Student’s Corner
Mother Seton School Student, 7th Grade Each month, students from Mother Seton School’s Newspaper Club will be submitting articles from their perspective as a student. Mother Seton School’s Annual Trout Release Field Trip On Wednesday, April 29, the seventh-grade class from Mother Seton School went on the annual trout release field trip at the Roddy…
From Calf to Show Ring
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 scenes of what it takes to raise…
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…
Nominate Making a a CHS Graduate Difference 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…
Earth Day
Doing Our Part to Protect the Planet Earth Day is such an important holiday that falls on the 22nd of April every year. But not enough people celebrate it, or even know much about it! Everyone should do their part to save the Earth, not just on this special day, but every day. The first…
From Calf to Show Ring
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 scenes of what it takes to raise…
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…
Students 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.…
