Event Update: Paul J. Kim at Our Lady of Lourdes – Tonight, February 12th, 2025
We have an update regarding tonight’s event featuring Paul J. Kim at Our Lady of Lourdes. The event will continue as originally scheduled, starting at 6:00pm. Paul is still en route to Pittsburg and is expected to arrive just in time for the event.
To accommodate his travel, if needed, we will begin the evening with music and Adoration, followed directly by Paul’s talk. If you feel safe doing so, we hope to see you tonight in the church!
Thank you for your understanding.
We are excited to introduce two new additions to our faculty for the 2025-26 school year—Kent O'Neal and Madeline Woolsey. Please join us in welcoming them both to our team. We are excited about the expertise and passion they will bring to our school community.
Kent O'Neal
Kent brings over 35 years of experience as a teacher, coach, and assistant athletic director. Originally from Conway Springs, Kansas, Kent has spent the last 20+ years at South Coffey County, where he taught math and history, as well as coached and served as the assistant athletic director. He holds a Master's in Theology from Newman University.
Currently residing in Yates Center and a member of St. Joseph's Parish, Kent will be relocating to Pittsburg. In his new role, Kent will teach all Junior High Math classes and will also serve as our Junior High/High School Athletic Director.
Madeline Woolsey
Madeline was born in Salina, Kansas, and graduated from Sacred Heart High School. She attended Pittsburg State University, where she earned her degree in English Education. Madeline taught for two years in Valley Falls, Kansas, and four years in Fredonia, Kansas. In her free time, Madeline enjoys reading, sewing, and playing tabletop games. She will teach High School English Language Arts (ELA), Speech, and Forensics at St. Mary’s Colgan. We are particularly excited to revitalize the Forensics program, which has not been offered in years, by adding it to our course offerings for the coming year. Madeline is looking forward to returning to Catholic education at St. Mary’s Colgan and is excited to become part of our school family!
For the safety of all and due to the current weather conditions / forecast for today, school is cancelled for Wednesday Feb. 12.
Eve Brown, SMC Junior competed today and was slated as the FCCLA District J-East Secretary. This is St. Mary Colgan’s third year as an affiliated FCCLA chapter and our first year having representation on the District Officer team. Congratulations, Eve!
And thank you to Annette Bradbury and Sarah Schibi for serving as our chapter’s voting delegates.
❤️ This week is also National FCCLA Week!
Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America
THIS WEEK! Paul Kim is coming to Our Lady of Lourdes on Wednesday, February 12, at 6 PM in the church!
Known for his humor, storytelling, and deep faith, Paul brings a message that will challenge, inspire, and uplift you. Whether you need a spiritual boost or just want to hear an amazing speaker, this is the night to be there!
After Paul’s talk, we invite you to stay for a beautiful time of Adoration, with music provided by Dustin Treiber.
Bring your friends, family, and an open heart—you won’t regret it! See you Wednesday!
🏀 Athlete of the Week 🏀 Feb 8th: Congratulations to Panther Brady Bettega for being named the Pittsburg Morning Sun's Athletes of the Week!
Here’s to your 2025 Basketball Homecoming Queen, Lanie Meek, and her amazing court! 👑🎉 Let’s go, Panthers! 💙🤍
🏃♂️🔥 Attention Panther Fans! 🔥🏃♀️
2025 JH & HS Track Schedules are LIVE! 🏅 Ready to hit the track and chase those PRs? Check out the full lineup of meets at OLLsmc.org/panthers and mark your calendars! 👟
⚾🥎 Softball & Baseball coming soon!
⚠️ Reminder: Schedules are subject to change.
Our Scholar’s Bowl team is headed to STATE after earning second place at regionals! Let’s go!
📢 It's National School Counselors Week! 💙
At St. Mary's Colgan Catholic Schools, we’re celebrating the incredible mental health professionals who support our students and families every day!
🌟 Ms. Byanka – School Social Worker (PreK-6)
🌟 Ms. Tosha – Mental Health Professional (PreK-6)
🌟 Mrs. Krusich – Educational and Mental Health Professional (7-12)
While they have different certifications and training, they share the same goal: helping students navigate school, mental health, and life’s challenges. From emotional support to connecting families with resources, they are here to make a difference!
Let’s take a moment to show our appreciation for their dedication and hard work. If you see them this week, be sure to say THANK YOU! 💙💛
We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Kate Strader will be joining the faculty at St. Mary's Catholic Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year! Please join us in warmly welcoming her to our school community.
Introducing Mrs. Strader...My name is Kate Strader. I grew up in a small town called Mound City Kansas where I received my education from Pre-K to 12th grade. My hometown parish is Sacred Heart Catholic Church located in Mound City KS. My husband and I, Mason Strader, married this past July at Our Lady of Lourdes and look forward to being a part of this church family. I am currently student teaching here at St. Mary’s Colgan and anticipate receiving my degree in Elementary Education this coming May. I am also finishing my final year as a track and field athlete at Pittsburg State University. I am passionate about our beautiful Catholic faith and finding ways to reach all students in my teachings. I believe that this opportunity to teach at St. Mary’s Colgan allows me to live out these passions of mine and I am beyond excited to start this new journey!
02/04: Fans of the game! Thanks for cheering with us!
Results vs Baxter:
Boys V: W 48-44 OT
Boys JV: W 57-40
Girl: V: W 69- 12
Girls JV: W
🌟 SMC Concession Stand Deal for 2/4! 🌟
Tonight only! Grab a Chili Pie made with your choice of Fritos or Doritos, topped with warm cheese sauce – for just $3.00! 🤩
🍽️ While supplies last!
🙏 All profits support Catholic Youth Ministry!
See you at the stand!
Way to go, Panthers! 🐾 Our JHHS students crushed the "Fill the Halls" food drive challenge by collecting over 1,200 food items! 🙌 These donations will go a long way in supporting the Lord's Diner, providing much-needed meals to those in need. The generosity wrapped around the entire school, showing the true spirit of giving. Well done, Panthers! 👏 #FeedtheHungry #CorporalWorkofMercy
THANK YOU to all who supported our SME community service project this week! The staff and clients at the Vie Medical Clinic were amazed by your generosity!
As we wrap up Catholic Schools Week, we are reminded of what makes St. Mary's Colgan so special—We are SMC because we are Catholic in every aspect of our lives. In our faith, in our classrooms, in our gyms, in our hallways, and most importantly, in our hearts.
We are truly blessed to live our faith out loud every single day. And what better way to conclude this week than with a Eucharistic Procession, bringing Christ presence into our building and walking with Him.
May we continue to grow in faith, serve with love, and keep Christ at the center of all we do. Once a Panther, always a Panther! 💙🙏 Happy Catholic Schools Week. YOU are Colgan!
Panthers are 100 days smarter AND stronger!!
Today as we celebrate VOCATIONS during Catholic Schools Week, special guests spoke to all the classrooms at SME. Mrs. Ruthie Dellasega and Mrs. Kate Strader spoke about the vocation of marriage. Sr. Mary Ann, Fr. Jon, and Fr. Caleb spoke about religious life. A big take away from their talks encouraged our students to begin thinking and praying about the vocation God is calling them to!
Our JH students traveled to Topeka to participate in the March for Life in Kansas, joining others to show support for life. #LoveThemBoth
Three SMC students competed in District J-East FCCLA STAR Events today at Pittsburg State University. Eve Brown earned a 1st Place Silver Medal and is a state qualifier in Food Innovations, Level 3.
Annette Bradbury and Addison Coomes earned a 1st Place Silver Medal and are state qualifiers in National Programs in Action, Level 3.
State competition will be in April in Wichita.
