Congratulations to Jason Koerkenmeier, our Student of the Week for the week of March 12! In his nomination, engineering teacher Mr. Doug Ratermann stated, “In our Intro to Engineering class, Jason is always eager to join discussions about the various engineering topics we cover in class. In addition, when constructing... Read More
Congratulations to English teacher Mr. Scott Timmermann, our Disciple of the Week for the week of March 12! In her nomination, Mrs. KK Schneider stated, “Scott is a concerned teacher who wants what is best for his students. He isn’t afraid to go the extra mile for students or fellow... Read More
For their performance of the 2018 show “The Harvest,” the Mater Dei Indoor Percussion Ensemble earned second place at the Mid Continent Color Guard Association (MCCGA) competition held at O’Fallon Township High School March 10. The Indoor Percussion Ensemble’s season will conclude with the Winter Guard International (WGI) competition... Read More
During the Warm Hearts Campaign held in February, the Mater Dei community donated a total of $300 to pay the heating bills of local families in need. Presenting the check to City of Breese representative Jessica Duncan (center) are St. Vincent de Paul members (from left) Taylor Goring, Alyssa Becker,... Read More
Under the direction of guest conductor Dr. Adam Fontana, twenty Mater Dei musicians (pictured above) performed at the 28th Annual Clinton County Band and Art Festival held March 8 at Mater Dei. Dr. Fontana serves as the Director of Instrumental Music and Assistant Professor of Music at Bethel College in... Read More
Congratulations to Andrew Tasker, our Student of the Week for the week of March 5! In his nomination, social studies teacher Mr. Gary Pollmann stated, “Andrew is energetic, helpful, and positive. In the classroom, he is engaged and always eager to learn. In fact, he is one of the first... Read More
Congratulations to theology teacher Mrs. KK Schneider, our Disciple of the Week for the week of March 5! In her nomination, Mrs. Judy Kampwerth stated, “It is my honor to award the Disciple of the Week to Kathryn Schneider! KK is dedicated to our mission to uplift the spiritual life... Read More
On Saturday, March 10, the Scholar Knights looked to capture the IHSA Class 2A Sectional Championship plaque, and with it, a trip back to the State Finals Tournament. The Knights began pool play facing the O’Fallon Panthers, who earned second place behind Mater Dei in the Metro East Quad League. ... Read More
On March 5, the Scholar Knights hosted the IHSA Class 2A Scholar Bowl Regional Tournament, a single elimination tournament with eight teams. In the quarterfinal round against Olney, Mater Dei built a 410-40 halftime lead on their way to a 720-130 win. Facing Centralia in the semifinals, the Knights again... Read More
Congratulations to Cameron Clark, our Student of the Week for the week of February 26! In his nomination, physical education teacher Mr. Brian Perkes stated, “Cameron comes to class every day with a great attitude and an outstanding work ethic. He also has a very positive and pleasant disposition. Keep... Read More
