Marion_Catholic_High_School

Marion Catholic High School

Marion Catholic High School

Private school in Marion, Ohio, United States

Marion Catholic High School (sometimes referred to as Marion Catholic Junior/Senior Preparatory High School) was a private, Catholic high school in Marion, Ohio, United States that was established in 1879 by three sisters from the Sisters of Charity. It was part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus.

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In March 2013, it was announced by Bishop Frederick F. Campbell that Marion Catholic would close following the 2012–13 school year due to declining enrollment and financial concerns.[1]

The first class graduated in 1882 and the current building was opened in 1957.[2] The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. The Marion Catholic Fighting Irish participated in the Northwest Central Conference.

Ohio High School Athletic Association State Championships

Further information: Ohio High School Athletic Association

Notable alumni

References

  1. [1]
    "Diocese: Marion Catholic High School To Close". WBNS-TV. March 20, 2013. Retrieved March 20, 2013.
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    http://www.marioncatholic.org/ABOUT_US.doc
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    OHSAA. "Ohio High School Athletic Association Web site". Retrieved 2006-12-31.
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    Volpenhein, Sarah (27 June 2018). "Ed McCants, local basketball star, plans to launch bid for mayor of Marion". Marion Star. Retrieved 13 October 2018.
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