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Jackson Weil '22 Receives UTK National Merit Scholarship Our students continue to impress us with their academic achievements even after they graduate from Father Ryan. Jackson Weil
Meet Father Ryan's 100th Graduating Class
'22 received the National Merit Scholarship from the
Every year, Father Ryan introduces a new Freshman class full of energy and
University of Tennessee,
endless potential. This year's class not only represents a new presence of
Knoxville as he enters his
youth but a century of Irish history that has come before them. As the
freshman year and intends to
school's 100th graduating class, the Class of 2026 holds a special distinction
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in the Father Ryan community. In four short years, these students will have
Jackson is one of 1,200
the opportunity to make their own mark while contributing to Father
winners nationwide who
Ryan's legacy.
received this honor.
Amongst the 222 members of the Class of 2026, 54 different middle
At Father Ryan, Jackson
schools and 43 different zip codes are represented. Even with this wide
completed six Advanced
variety, a strong tradition still remains at Father Ryan with 80 legacy
Placement courses and was a
students following in the footsteps of their parents and older siblings.
member of Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society,
Like every class at Father Ryan, these students bring unique
Student Ambassadors, and
accomplishments and experiences to our community, including multiple
Norwood House.
equestrians, champions from the State History Bee, State Math League, and Speech & Debate competition, along with a TEDx speaker, a USA Wrestling
We are so proud of you,
champion, numerous triathletes, AAU basketball standouts, elite soccer
Jackson!
stars, and baseball phenoms. The talent doesn't stop there as we gain a wide range of artists, including competitive dancers, actors and actresses, and accomplished musicians. Plus, more than half of the students are members of the National Junior Honor Society and volunteer at various organizations, from the Rescue Mission to special needs outreach. No matter how many talents and achievements they bring with them, there is no doubt that the Class of 2026 is already known and loved!
Celebrating our Community Every year, Father Ryan identifies a theme based on a Catholic Social Teaching to serve as a guide and inspiration for the school year. This year's theme is Community, and our theme verse reads, "As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace," 1 Peter 4:10. This theme has reminded our faculty, staff, and students of the importance
Save the Date for Junior Irish Events!
of connection. Through small actions, such as finding
Junior Irish, we have more events planned for you this year than ever
time to meet one-on-one
before! Check out our Junior Irish Events to attend and participate in
with students, to big events,
upcoming festivities like Irish Ruggerfest, Dance and Choir Performances,
such as a Faculty and Staff
Preview Day, and more!
Summer Social, the Father
For a special night with the Father Ryan community, make plans to join us
Ryan family is finding new
for our Junior Irish Night before Homecoming on Friday, September 23,
ways to live out our theme of
from 5:00-7:00pm.
Community. Our faculty and staff's
Our annual Junior Irish Night gathering provides endless fun with carnival
commitment to being an
and lawn games, a DJ, and Irish Swag Bags. In addition, you are invited to
experience of the living
add to the Irish spirit by joining the Marching Band and the Father Ryan
Gospel shined through as
student body in the traditional pre-game march from the Academic Lawn to
they chose to join the Music
the stadium. Full details are available on our Junior Irish webpage.
Ministry Team and sing during All-School Mass with
Registration is required in order to secure your swag bag. Click here to
our students at the beginning
RSVP today!
of the year. Other teachers, such as Ms. Mary Caitin Spining '15, have taken the opportunity to connect with our students by sharing their faith journey. We are excited to continue this celebration of community throughout the school year.
Continuing a Tradition of Service
Honoring 75 Years of the Father Ryan Marching Band
With the Father Ryan motto reading "A Tradition of Faith, Knowledge, Service,"
This fall, we are proud to celebrate 75 years of the Father Ryan Marching Band, a program that has left a distinctive mark in the world of music. From the streets of New York in the 2012 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to the World Marching Band Championship in Malaysia, our Band has earned admiration from fans and judges around the world.
our students hold these words close to their hearts and incorporate these values into their daily life. One of our favorite student-led traditions is seeing members
Over the years, these impressive musicians and performers have accrued
of our student section take
over 20 Grand Championships, 12 Mayor Cups, 3 Winter Drumline WGI
time after home and away
World Championships, 1 WGI Winds World Championship, and that's not
football games to clean up
to mention more than 100 All-State players and 8 World Champion
the stands.
medalists.
This tradition requires no
To celebrate the achievements of this long-standing program, the Band was
prompting from our faculty
honored at halftime of our first home Irish Football game for bringing joy
and staff as our student
to Father Ryan fans for 75 years. During the presentation, Band alumni
leaders are eager to
were invited on the field and commended for all their years of service,
volunteer. Seeing their
commitment, and talent. Several alumni brought their instruments and
commitment to humbly
stepped back into formation alongside students to play the Father Ryan
serving the community
Fight Song one more time! It was a great night to be Irish!
inspires us every day!
Important Upcoming Dates and Events Attention 8th Grade Parents Application Link Now Open! Applications are now being accepted for the 2023-2024 school year. Click here to apply today! Academic Blend - September 29 Please join us on campus as we present an in-depth look into Father Ryan's curriculum. Parents of eighth graders will have the opportunity to tour our renovated Academic building, observe classes in session, and meet members of our Senior Staff. Click here to RSVP. Preview Day - October 23 Please join our family of students, educators, parents, and alumni for a preview of the Father Ryan experience. Tour our campus, attend classes, join sessions on Academics and our House System, visit our clubs and activities fair, and watch a Performing Arts Showcase. Discover how Father Ryan is setting a new standard in Catholic education where your child will be known and loved. Our program begins at 1:00pm in the Center for the Arts with opening remarks. Doors open for registration and check-in at 12:30pm. Click here to RSVP. Open Visit Day - October 27 Our Open Visit Day is offered for any current 8th grade student who does not visit Father Ryan with their current school. Please join us on campus for an opportunity to experience a day in the life of a Father Ryan student. Click here to RSVP. Irish Game Night - November 11 Please join us for Irish Game Night on November 11 from 6:00-7:30pm. Join us on the Father Ryan campus for an evening of fun, food, and games as you meet fellow future Irish classmates. During Irish Game Night, you have the option to choose which House-sponsored activities you would like to participate in. Irish Game Night will include a video game truck, gotcha, volleyball, party games, a dance area, a photo booth, pizza, cookies, and more! Click here to register.
All Junior Irish Families Perform with Irish Pride (Choir and Dance) - September 16 During the home football game, Junior Irish are invited to join our choir and dance programs to Perform with Irish Pride! Singers from 5th-8th grade will rehearse, eat dinner with the Father Ryan Singers, and perform the National Anthem at the start of the game. Dancers ages 5-10 will learn a dance routine, enjoy dinner with the Father Ryan Dancers, and perform at halftime. Click here to RSVP. Junior Irish Night - September 23 Make plans to join us for our outdoor Junior Irish Night on Friday, September 23, from 5:007:00pm on our campus's Academic Lawn. Reservations are required to receive a swag bag. Click here to RSVP. Parents must purchase a ticket for the game, but Junior Irish students will be admitted for free. Click here for information on gameday parking.
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Marisol Preston
Erin Riggs '00
Director of Admissions
Associate Director of Admissions
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