There is always something going on at Curley!
This news page highlights some of the many things happening with the students of Curley. Class activities to individual accomplishments are reported here. Check in often!
An enthusiastic group enjoyed the concert of the Curley Choirs on April 30th. The full 106-voice Curley Choir presented two sets totaling 13 songs ranging from the spiritual “This Train” to the Irish favorite “Danny Boy” and the 50’s classic “Da Doo Ron Ron.” The Schola sang three pieces including “Tom, Dick and Harry” by a friend of the choir, the late Sir Philip Ledger. The Handbell Choir performed two pieces, both directed by senior student conductors, Aiden Brown and Hans Vanderhorst. A combined choir of students and alumni, the Luminare Choir presented pieces from Monteverdi, Locke and Handel,…
The Curley Family celebrates the ceremonial laying and blessing of the cornerstone on April 17, 1962 by Archbishop Lawrence Shehan. Today is an opportunity to share a little of Curley’s history and to recognize some of those who are “cornerstones” of the school. The day consists of a special Mass at 9:30 AM to pray for the faculty, staff and students, alumni and former faculty, and the parents of current students and alumni. Certain groups and individuals are honored according to the following categories: Mission Support, Scholarship Donors, Dedicated Volunteers, Unsung Alumnus, Long Serving Faculty/Staff. The Sheridan Foundation, represented by…
The initiation of the Distinctive Scholars had, as its premise, the affirmation and celebration of the academic talents of students in our Catholic secondary schools of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. The Distinctive Scholars Convocation provides the opportunity to gather our top academic students, as one body, to receive their rightful recognition of the academic achievements that they have accomplished over the four years of their high school careers. This annual academic convocation applauds and affirms what is accomplished at each individual Catholic school and demonstrates the unity and common mission of the pursuit of academic excellence within the Archdiocese…
The atmosphere of the Suehle Auditorium was reverently quiet as members of the senior class brought to life an ancient Christian tradition, the Stations of the Cross. Walking the final steps with Jesus is a powerful way to enter into the mystery of his death and resurrection. The Curley Schola provided prayerful and poignant music as the stations unfolded. Well done seniors! Participants were as follows: Jesus: Josh Smoot Soldier: Aidan Diem and Nate Babikow Simon of Cyrene: Mateo Eral Pontius Pilate: Josh Aung Narrators: Enrique Schissler and Riley McBride Stage Crew: Greg Majerowicz and Luke Lacy Lights: Charles Henry,…
On the 4th Sunday of Lent, the Curley Choirs presented “A Service of Evening Prayer” at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Towson. The choristers incorporated a variety a music in the service, from the 15th Century Attende Domini to a contemporary arrangement of Amazing Grace. Included were the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis by Sir Philip Ledger and several pieces by the Curley Choir’s Director, Mr. Michael Gaffney. This prayerful presentation was part of the IHM Concert Series.
Four Curley Bands participated in the Orlando Heritage Music Festival at Universal Studios this weekend and came up with top honors. The Beginning Percussion Ensemble played two selections and was awarded the highest possible score of “Gold”. The Advanced Percussion Ensemble played two selections and was also awarded Gold, and 1st place among competing bands. Curley’s Symphonic Band performed 3 pieces and was rewarded with a Silver score and 3rd place ranking. The Jazz Ensemble performed last of the Curley Bands and finished strong with Gold and 1st place. All of the bands were given very positive feedback from the…
HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America), a club geared towards students interested in science careers, organized a donation drive to support those affected by the crisis in Ukraine. The Curley community donated over 30 boxes of food and personal care items. The St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church picked up the items and will be shipped on a cargo plane via Reagan National Airport where the items will arrive in the Ukraine area by early next week. Special thanks to the students who helped us with all of the moving parts of this service project. They include Brett Townsley, Moses Okowa,…
This year the spring musical was “A Salute to Sondheim”. Stephen Sondheim, one of Broadway’s greatest composers and lyricists, passed away on November 26, 2021 at the age of 91. Our show was a musical revue highlighting the many works of Mr. Sondheim over the last 60 years. Click HERE to see the Sondheim Cast List Production Dates: Friday, March 18th at 7:30 PM Saturday, March 19th at 7:30 PM Sunday, March 20th at 2:00 PM
The Flex Schedule for March 11th was turned upside-down to accommodate Career Day, sponsored by the Curley Alumni Association. Twenty-nine alumni and two non-alumni offered their time to speak to Curley students about their careers and career journeys. Delivering the keynote address to the entire student body in the Suehle Auditorium was Rob Commodari ’85 who spoke about listening to the voice inside to help determine what career path to choose. After the keynote, the students went to the first of two breakout sessions which they chose, to hear and engage the profession and speaker there. The speakers and…
Curley’s Instrumental Music Department presented “All That Curley Jazz” on Saturday, March 5, 2022 in the hall of St. Joseph’s Church in Fullerton. The bands were directed by Mr. Christopher Campbell; the program for the evening was produced by Mr. David Makowiecki ’93. Bill’s Seafood presented a hot buffett. The guest band for the evening was “Ricky Wise and Friends.” The first Curley band to play was the Jazz Lab Ensemble. This group is for students just starting in music and/or jazz. Upperclassmen and alums filled in as needed. Trumpets: Tyler Brown, Noah Greenbeck, Jack Franca. Trombones: Will Smith, Lucas…
FRESH-SOPH TEAM Curley’s FS team defeated Park 70-37 on Wednesday to move on to the championship game of the JV C Conference of the MIAA. Curley will host Concordia Prep on Friday at 3:45 PM at Curley JV TEAM On Wednesday, the JV Friars defeated Severn 75-36 to move to the championship game of the JV B Conference of the MIAA. Curley will host St. Mary’s on Friday at 5:15 PM at Curley. THE GAMES ON FRIDAY WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED: FS vs Concordia Prep – https://youtu.be/zFBRP3oCb_o JV vs St. Mary’s – https://youtu.be/iVQxRZQNA7A VARSITY TEAM…
This is Playoff Week for Curley Basketball. On Monday, February 21st, the Fresh-Soph Team defeated Sts. Peter and Paul 71-36. As the second part of a double-header, the Varsity Friars took care of business against Friends School 80-42. Congratulations to these teams. But the road has only begun! Wednesday will see all three Curley teams in action: -JV Basketball vs Severn 4pm at Curley -FS Basketball vs Park 5:30pm at Curley -Varsity @ St. Paul’s 5:45pm. GO FRIARS!!!
The Black Student Union of Curley sponsored an assembly to the students to celebrate Black History Month. Guided by co-moderators of the Black Student Union, Ms. Sheneika Grayson, English Instructor at Curley and Mr. Charles Jackson ’02, the students opened the assembly with a prayer. A small group of students (Dezmin Lewis, Jesse Windham III, Chris Pond, Kevin Riley, Malachi Peterson, Luiz Funez and Aidan Williams) sang with Ms. Grayson “You Have Won The Victory,” accompanied by Mr. Ryan and the Praise Band. Another group (Zion Pates, Joseph Curry, Skylar Harvey, Zion Stokes) recited the lyrics to “Lift Every Voice…
The Archdiocese of Baltimore recognized all the school nurses today and commended them for their dedication during these Covid times. Curley’s nurse is Mrs. Krista Hanlin, BSN, who plays a critical role in Curley’s Covid plan to keep everyone as safe as possible. Thank you, Nurse Hanlin!
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, and as part of our Flex Day schedule, students gathered in the Suehle Auditorium for community prayer and a discussion on marriage as a vocation. The guest speakers today were Mr. and Mrs. Stephen ’93 and Michelle Streckfus who shared some of their story and their experiences as a married couple. They are a Curley – Catholic High couple who met during a Blackfriars’ Theatre production.
Semester 1 Exams will take place on December 16, 17 and 20 with make-ups on the 21st. Click HERE to see the Semester 1 EXAM SCHEDULE Dec 2021
St. Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan Order, is celebrated in the Church on October 4th. As patron saint of Archbishop Curley High School, St. Francis Day is special to the Curley community. Traditionally, a service called “The Transitus” is celebrated on the evening of October 3rd to commemorate St. Francis’ death. Due to Covid restrictions, the Transitus this year will be virtual and go live on Sunday, October 3rd at 7 PM. Use the link below: On Monday, October 4th, the school community will celebrate Mass. In addition, FYM will be selling ice cream sundaes during…
As we prepare for Homecoming 2021, here are the links for the Homecoming T-shirt and the Student Dance. The Student Homecoming Dance will take place from 6 – 9 PM. Tickets are $25 per couple. https://payit.nelnet.net/form/RgyBbEhd The Homecoming T-Shirt is long-sleve and comes in adult sizes S – XL. The cost is $20. Online orders must be in by Friday, October 15 at 3 PM. https://payit.nelnet.net/form/AcTOkobv
Part of the St. Bonaventure Scholars Program are “Days of Discovery” during the summer. These days provide new experiences and opportunities to get to know one another. Fr. Chris, Curley’s Campus Minister, took a group to the Friars property in Ellicott City, currently the home of the Shrine of St. Anthony. The garden helps support the Franciscan Center in Baltimore. Fr. Chris writes: “The Bonaventure Scholars did some great ministry today that really helped out Little Portions Farm and The Franciscan Center. We also had a nice tour and prayer at the Shrine. The following scholars were in attendance for…
The Spring Band Concert was a little unusual this year. It was after graduation, only the parents of the musicians were admitted to the Suehle Auditorium, and the event was livestreamed. Despite the unusual conditions of the concert and the preparatory rehearsals, the student musicians came through and the bands sounded wonderful. It was good to hear them perform. The Symphonic Band performed a program of five pieces: Metrodance by Randall Standridge Nathan Hale Trilogy by James Curnow Allied Honor by Karl King, arr. J. Swearingen American Barndance by Richard Saucedo John Williams in Concert by Paul Lavender During intermission,…