International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Students learned about water filtration and testing from the Senior Lab Manager & Quality Assurance Officer for the Culligan Analytical Laboratory
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.
Our rigorous curriculum raises the bar for academic success. We offer the very best combination of a college-prep and liberal arts program.
A Mighty Mac enjoys limitless opportunities. She explores fearlessly, confident in the guidance provided by teachers, counselors and coaches.
The first step in the admissions process is to take the Entrance Exam at Mother McAuley. If you were unable to join us and didn't test at any other Catholic school on December 7, you can register for our Make-up Entrance Exam on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Your support is key to helping students enter doors full of opportunities that stretch their minds and imagination, so they may develop confidence and new abilities.
Mother McAuley Theatre is proud to present I Never Saw Another Butterfly on Thursday, April 3 and Friday, April 4, 2025 at 7:30pm in the Auditorium.
Learn the basic techniques of shooting, ball handling, passing, footwork & finishing, rebounding and defense at our free basketball clinic for 5th-7th grade girls in May 2025.
Join fellow parents, faculty, staff and friends of McAuley for a night of fun, laughter and connection hosted by the Mother McAuley Mother's and Father's Clubs - all in support of McAuley students on Thursday, May 1 at Bar 106 The Neighborhood Tavern.
Continuing our celebration of Women's History Month, we've partnered with the International Coalition of Girls' Schools (ICGS) and fellow Chicagoland girls' schools to highlight the benefits of an all-girls education. Research shows that girls' school graduates, compared to coeducated peers, are more likely to exhibit stronger community involvement, greater cultural competency, and increased political engagement.
On March 18, we hosted a ceremony and breakfast for students and their families to celebrate this semester's Macs with Merit! Macs with Merit is an award given to a student by a teacher or staff member on behalf of their honorable character, diligent work ethic, and notable contributions to the McAuley community.
As part of our spring Spirit Week, students participated in our annual talent show, Macs Got Talent. The week ended with our Spring Formal.
We kicked off St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebrating with WGN Morning News at the St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza! You may have spotted performances from our Mac Melody, A Cappella Choir, and BRMM Band!
View footage of the Brother Rice and Mother McAuley Band on WGN Morning News
Theatre Workshop I and II students took a field trip to see Waitress at the Paramount Theatre last week. The show was directed by an alumna of our very own performing arts program, Katie Spelman '05!
Happy Catholic Sisters Week! We are always proud to celebrate the trailblazing Sisters of Mercy within our school community. Mother McAuley stands on your shoulders as we embrace your unwavering vision, core values, and mission of educating young women. Thank you to all of the Sisters of Mercy, past and present, who have served as role models for our Mighty Macs throughout the years!
Mother McAuley students participated in Advocate Christ Medical Center's annual art contest to expand its permanent art collection. Students from Mother McAuley received various awards, and some of their artwork was even chosen for the hospital's permanent collection. Congratulations to our talented student artists!
We are MIGHTY proud to announce that Taji Alexa '27 and Quinn Arundel '26 were named IBCA All State Honorable Mentions for the 2024-2025 basketball season! Congratulations on this accomplishment, Mighty Macs!
Our very own faculty member, Jamie Portal Guardi '95, and her daughter, Kate Guardi '29, braved the shave at the St. Baldrick's Event at St. Catherine's parish this past weekend!
We're raffling THREE tickets to the historic Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever game at the United Center on Saturday, June 7th at 7PM – the FIRST EVER WNBA game played at this iconic venue! Feel the energy from these incredible seats in Section 118, Row C, Seats 7, 8, & 9!
All proceeds from this exciting raffle benefit Mother McAuley's Celebration Gala. It’s a win-win - you can support women in sports AND empower future generations of McAuley girls!
The Class of 2025 made wonderful memories at the Senior Father Daughter Dance on March 7!
Each month, students involved in our clubs or organizations gather with the residents at Mercy Circle and to complete an activity. This month, students in the Catherine McAuley Honors Scholars and Culinary Club worked with the Sisters of Mercy to decorate flower pots in preparation for spring!