Our Class of 2028 Has Arrived!
Barb Dawson • August 17, 2024

Welcome, Freshmen!

Montini Catholic began their 59th year of education on Friday, August 9th, by welcoming their Class of 2028 to their annual Quest Freshman Orientation event.


The goal of the day is to provide freshmen a special day to get acquainted with one another and their teachers. Students are also able to walk the hallways and get acclimated before their first day of classes (Thursday, August 15th).


Members of Montini's Student Government were on hand to guide the new students through their day.  Student leaders also helped out, leading small groups and sharing their own experiences as freshmen while providing advice and encouragement.  The program concluded with a prayer. Before leaving, students lined up to sign a list of goals they planned to accomplish during their four years as Montini Broncos. The list and signatures will be framed and displayed in the hallway throughout the groups' four years at Montini.


For many freshmen entering into their first year of high school, the experience can be very stressful and overwhelming.  Montini's Quest event is designed to make this experience as fun and memorable as it can be.


Montini Catholic's goal, as a co-educational private school, is to make each student's educational experience unique to his or her needs. Their Lasallian tradition recognizes the sacredness of all persons and educates students of diverse abilities, cultures, and backgrounds. 


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