Students tell the story of Jesus' birth. Mary, Joseph, the wise men, and angels are seated in a stable, surrounded by the McAuley chorus

Celebrating the season at our Christmas Prayer Service

The A Cappella Choir holds up their music and sings in the glow of the Christmas lights behind them

Choral groups perform at Irish Fellowship Club Christmas Luncheon

Three 8th grade girls smile in front of a banner that says %22Welcome Class of 2029 - McAuley takes you there!%22

We welcomed the Class of 2029 at the Entrance Exam on December 7

McAuley's production of Peter Pan runs five sold-out performances

The Mac Melody Choir sings Christmas carols in red dresses

Choral groups perform at Irish Fellowship Club Christmas Luncheon

Five student athletes sit at a table in the McAuley gym, ready to sign their letters of intent

Five seniors sign Letters of Intent

McAuley's production of Peter Pan runs five sold-out performances

Alumna speaker Dr. Ashley Shenberger Markovic '99 speaks to McAuley and Br. Rice students in the main gym

Honoring our veterans

A group of Latina students gather together in front of a background of colorful balloons and a Papel Picado

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

President Carey Harrington and seniors Evie Skog and Brynn Peolquin stand to the right in front of a cameraman from CBS News

Macs Walk for a Cure

Evie Skog '24, Brynn Peloquin '24 and president Carey Temple Harrington '86 are interviewed by CBS News during the even to raise money for the Y-Me Softball Tournament

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Anything but typical. She is kind and compassionate. She is a problem solver and a future-ready leader. She doesn't just fit in, she stands out. Empowered by our dynamic curricular offerings and talented faculty, she steps out of her comfort zone to discover her best self.

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School News

Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science

On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, our Environmental Science classes were excited to welcome the Senior Lab Manager & Quality Assurance Officer for the Culligan Analytical Laboratory to learn more about the process of filtering and testing water. Special thanks to Maria Mozdzen, Liz Filmer, and Eileen Earley Ziesemer '01 for collaborating with us!

Freshman Father / Daughter Dance

The Class of 2028 enjoyed their first Father/Daughter Dance on February 7! It was a fun night for our students and their special guests!

Students attend Career Day

More than 80 alumnae and friends joined us for Career Day this morning. Students had the chance to learn more about a wide variety of careers, participate in activities, and learn more about the many opportunities available to them once they graduate from McAuley.

Mother McAuley Honors the Empowerment of Women and the Transformative Impact of Education at Annual Celebration Event

Mother McAuley High School is proud to announce the upcoming Celebration event, an annual gathering that honors and supports the unique and transformative experience provided to its students. Taking place Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the University Club in Chicago, this event showcases Mother McAuley as a beacon of excellence in education for young women - empowering them to lead with integrity, compassion and strength, and to shape the future with confidence.

Presidents Carey Harrington, Keith Elder, and Mark Donahue smile together

Saint Xavier University, Brother Rice High School, and Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School are proud to announce a joint initiative to enhance academic and experiential opportunities for students. Reinforcing the shared values and mission of Catholic education, leadership from the three schools are partnering to formalize cutting-edge plans designed to benefit students’ personal and professional development.

Cheerleading team qualifies for first state final

After just three years as a program, we are MIGHTY proud to congratulate the Mother McAuley Cheerleading Team on qualifying for the IHSA State Finals in the Large Team Division!
MacNation cheered them on with a cart ride through the halls before they head down state to compete this weekend! Wishing the best of luck to the entire team and our coaching staff, all of whom are Mother McAuley alumnae!

Kicking off Catholic Schools Week

Happy Catholic Schools Week! Our entire school community gathered together this morning for a wonderful Mass to celebrate the theme of "United in Faith and Community."

Get ready for graduation!

The Mothers' Club is launching an online only graduation glove sale! Seniors are invited to order their gloves by April 17 to be ready for graduation.

Where we’ve gone on to excel

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By the Numbers

100% College acceptance rate for the past 10 graduating classes

15:1 Student teacher ratio

71% Faculty hold a Master's Degree or higher

29 Average upper quartile ACT score

29,000 Alumnae

19 Advanced Placement Courses

7 Academic Honors Societies 

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