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Higher Ed

Higher Ed

Recently selected president of the University of New Orleans Peter Fos visited Brother Martin this week to explore ways the two schools–Brother Martin and UNO–can collaborate for the betterment of both schools’ students. Mr. Greg Rando ’77, Principal of Brother Martin, will serve on an advisory committee at UNO …

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Wrestling Team Looking to Bring Home LA State Title

Wrestling Team Looking to Bring Home LA State Title

The varsity wrestling team will compete in the Louisiana State Wrestling Tournament this weekend at the Pontchartrain Center. The Crusaders have 12 of its 14 wrestlers seeded in the top 6, and the entire team is seeded in the top 9. The action begins at 9:00 AM on Saturday …

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Another Win for the Sticks

Another Win for the Sticks

Varsity Lacrosse defeated Ocean Springs 13-4 this past weekend. Junior Robbie Barrello (6 goals) and senior Nicholas Fortunato (3 goals) lead the scoring attack for the ‘Saders. Senior Donald Davis and junior Chad Kelly each had 2 goals and 2 assists. Senior Brennan Minor had 5 assists. The defense …

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BINGO!

BINGO!

On Sunday, members of the Builders Club volunteered at Chateau de Notre Dame.  Chateau de Notre Dame is the only faith-based retirement community in New Orleans.  Students spent the day playing bingo, sharing stories and creating new friendships with residents of Chateau de Notre Dame.


College Recruiting Simplified Seminar

College Recruiting Simplified Seminar

This seminar has been rescheduled for THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. “COLLEGE RECRUITING SIMPLIFIED” targets student-athletes IN ALL GRADE LEVELS who have a serious desire to participate in collegiate athletics while pursuing a college degree. This is a general information/outreach program, not one for recruiting clients. Some of …

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Crusaders Fight Back and Take Down the Raiders

Crusaders Fight Back and Take Down the Raiders

On Friday night during the second period, the Brother Martin Crusader Varsity basketball team battled back against district rival Rummel. Led by the play of Denzel Flemings and Jalen Gray, the duo made big play after big play, grabbing key rebounds, making defensive stops and restarting the sputtering Crusaders’ …

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Soccer Advances to Second Round of Playoffs

Soccer Advances to Second Round of Playoffs

This past Friday evening the Brother Martin Soccer team hosted the South Lafourche Tarpons at Pan American Stadium in the opening round of the 2012 playoffs.  The Crusaders started out strong scoring 2 first half goals, while holding the Tarpons to just 2 shots, and keeping the momentum for …

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Brother Martin to Host College Research Seminar Thursday

Brother Martin to Host College Research Seminar Thursday

COLLEGE RESEARCH SEMINAR FOR PARENTS OF JUNIORS

On Thursday, February 9, 2012 Mrs. Leftwich will host a College Research Seminar for parents of the class of 2013. Mrs. Leftwich will give an overview of the college research process, TOPS, ACT and the financial aid and scholarship process. The juniors …

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Junior High Wins State Championship! JV Takes Home District Title!

Junior High Wins State Championship! JV Takes Home District Title!

The Junior High Wrestling Team won the 25 team state championship competition held this past weekend in Baton Rouge. The Crusaders scored 204 points and easily outdistanced North Louisiana Wrestling Club who finished in 2nd place with 113 points. 16 Junior High wrestlers placed in the top 4 with Kyle …

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Students Celebrate Annual Mass for Social Justice

Students Celebrate Annual Mass for Social Justice

Today Brother Martin celebrated our annual Mass for Social Justice. The social justice focus acknowledges the Brothers of the Sacred Heart charism which encourages students to become men of compassion, justice, and service. The Mass was celebrated by Father Donald Hawkins, the pastor of Holy Name of Jesus parish, …

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Lacrosse Takes Second Place in Sugar Bowl Tournament

Lacrosse Takes Second Place in Sugar Bowl Tournament

The All State Sugar Bowl Tournament was held this past weekend. Varsity lacrosse went 4-1 in the tournament beating St. Paul 5-2 to take second place.

Junior Varsity, Freshman, and the 7th/8th grade teams also participated. The varsity team also defeated St. Thomas More 9-4, Rummel 11-5, and Northshore 4-3. …

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Attention Class of 2013!

Attention Class of 2013!

It is that time of year– the time to order your senior class jacket. This year’s jacket will be an Under Armour Hoody Jacket featuring our crimson and gold colors. Order forms can be picked up at the Bookstore. The cost to order a jacket — $50.00 — must be …

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NJROTC Cadets’ Hard Work Is Rewarded With Full College Scholarships

NJROTC Cadets’ Hard Work Is Rewarded With Full College Scholarships

Cadets Eric Waguespack and Reuben Druckery recently received word that they both have been selected by the United States Navy to receive NROTC scholarships to the participating college of their choice. Both Cadets competed against thousands of other young men and women across the country who applied to the …

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Crusaders Celebrate Catholic Schools Week

Crusaders Celebrate Catholic Schools Week

Brother Martin High School students joined hundreds of other Catholic grammar school and high school students from around the archdiocese on Thursday, the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, for a Mass celebrating Catholic Schools Week. The Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond who said that he had …

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Brother Martin to host College Research Seminar for Junior Parents

Brother Martin to host College Research Seminar for Junior Parents

On Thursday, February 9, 2012 Mrs. Leftwich will host a College Research Seminar for parents of the class of 2013. Mrs. Leftwich will give an overview of the college research process, TOPS, ACT and the financial aid and scholarship process. The juniors have received this presentation during a class with …

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