Classes compete during Marian’s Walk-A-Thon

By J1 Reporter Madi Shaffar For most students returning to school in the fall, the month of September is sometimes dreaded. But for the students at Marian, September is the month of their school-wide Walk-A-Thon (WAT) fundraiser.  Starting this year’s events with Kick-Off Block on Aug 25, all four classes competed against one another to… Read More Classes compete during Marian’s Walk-A-Thon

Class Officers lead their class to WAT success

By J1 Reporter Julia Trainer Another year, another Marian Walk-A-Thon. Marian’s Walk-A-Thon (WAT) is a tried and true tradition loved by so many students, faculty, staff and donors. However, many tireless hours are spent planning and organizing this event to successfully raise enough money, and it all starts with student government.  Class officers start planning… Read More Class Officers lead their class to WAT success

WAT theme encourages school unity

By J1 Reporter Jenna Woodard Since 1984, Marian students have organized and participated in a sacred Marian tradition. This tradition, known as Walk-A-Thon (WAT), is a student-led fundraiser. The money raised goes toward tuition assistance. This year, WAT took place on Sept. 30.   The juniors and seniors walked two miles, while the freshmen and… Read More WAT theme encourages school unity