On April 28, 2024, Marist School honored the late band director, Mr. Mark Craddock, by dedicating the band room in its Fine Arts building and establishing a scholarship in his name. Mr. Craddock, an educator at Marist for over three decades, fostered the talents of countless student musicians, leaving behind a legacy of excellence and inspiration within the Marist community.
Legendary coach Don Shea, formerly an educator at Marist College (now Marist School), celebrated his 93rd birthday surrounded by former Marist athletes, students, colleagues, and family friends. In collaboration with the Shea family (Donna Shea Clark ’85, Charlie Clark ’17, and Henry Clark ’21), Christie Hauck ’66, Frank McCloskey ’68, and Steve Kerr ’68 warmly welcomed over 35 former classmates and friends to the Shea home in Atlanta in March 2024. Recognizing the enduring bond within the Marist family, all present at the momentous occasion echoed the sentiment that Coach Shea is the golden thread that has touched and influenced countless lives in a myriad of ways. The love, respect, and genuine gratitude for Coach Shea were on full display.
The mission of Marist School is to form the whole person in the image of Christ through instruction grounded in religious values, the teachings of the Catholic Church, and the spirit of the Society of Mary. This mission is advanced through communal pursuit of excellence in academic, religious, extracurricular, leadership, and service programs.
Marist School’s Alumni Women’s Luncheon took place on Wednesday, April 17 at the Urban Art Collective in Chamblee, Georgia. The annual luncheon fosters connections among female Marist graduates and provides a platform for them to reminisce and forge new bonds. This year's event celebrated the achievements of artist and small business owner Christy Taylor Holmes from the Class of 1987. Holmes’ artistic endeavor, 3rd Quarter Studio, is located within Urban Art Collective, where she creates mixed media paintings. Holmes welcomed fellow Marist alumni to her gallery and shared insights into her creative and professional journey since her days at Marist.
Marist School celebrated St. Peter Chanel Day on Thursday, April 25, an event deeply embedded in the school's history and cherished traditions. The day-long celebration has become a hallmark of the Marist experience for many students. While many may look forward to the time spent outside of the classroom socializing with friends, playing games, and listening to live music from the student bands, the morning begins with a Mass to remind all gathered of the reason for the festivities. The occasion pays homage to St. Peter Chanel, the first Marist saint martyred on the island of Futuna, whose selfless dedication to Christ serves as an inspiration.
On Friday, April 19, Marist School buzzed with joy and activity as over 500 grandparents visited campus for the much-anticipated biennial Grandparents Day. This special day is not just a celebration of family, but a reaffirmation of the enduring values of love, legacy, and community that define Marist School.