On Saturday, March 10, the Scholar Knights looked to capture the IHSA Class 2A Sectional Championship plaque, and with it, a trip back to the State Finals Tournament. The Knights began pool play facing the O’Fallon Panthers, who earned second place behind Mater Dei in the Metro East Quad League. ... Read More
On March 5, the Scholar Knights hosted the IHSA Class 2A Scholar Bowl Regional Tournament, a single elimination tournament with eight teams. In the quarterfinal round against Olney, Mater Dei built a 410-40 halftime lead on their way to a 720-130 win. Facing Centralia in the semifinals, the Knights again... Read More
Congratulations to Cameron Clark, our Student of the Week for the week of February 26! In his nomination, physical education teacher Mr. Brian Perkes stated, “Cameron comes to class every day with a great attitude and an outstanding work ethic. He also has a very positive and pleasant disposition. Keep... Read More
Congratulations to theology teacher Mrs. Judy Kampwerth, our Disciple of the Week for the week of February 26! In her nomination, Mrs. Celia Kannall stated, “Judy wears many hats at Mater Dei. Organizing and leading department meetings, ensuring compliance with the USCCB guidelines, scheduling and organizing Masses and Services, providing in-house... Read More
Congratulations to Rhett Timmermann, our Student of the Week for the week of February 12! In his nomination, mathematics teacher Mr. Daniel Litteken stated, “It is my honor to nominate Rhett Timmermann as our Student of the Week. Rhett is an extremely hard worker who often goes above and beyond... Read More
Congratulations to Carly Etter, our Student of the Week for the week of February 19! In her nomination, art teacher Mrs. Vicki Moylan stated, “Carly is an unstoppable force in the art room and the Mater Dei Art Club. Her enthusiasm inspires her peers to be involved and to work hard. Thank you,... Read More
Congratulations to theology teacher Mrs. Celia Kannall, our Disciple of the Week for the week of February 19! In his nomination, Mr. Steve Richter stated, “Celia always takes the time to make me feel welcome, which makes for a positive start to my day. She also has a positive impact... Read More
On Thursday, February 22, the Scholar Knights traveled to Granite City to defend their Metro East Quad League playoff championship. In match one, Mater Dei faced the O’Fallon Panthers, who, like the Knights, had only one loss in regular season Quad League play. The Panthers came out firing and led... Read More
Congratulations to freshman Steven Hirte, who competed in the 100 yard breast stroke (10th place) and 100 yard freestyle (15th place) at the IHSA Boys Swimming Sectional February 17.
Congratulations to members of the Mater Dei indoor percussion ensemble, pictured with Director of Bands Mr. Blake Korte (back, far left), instructor Mr. Eric Drake (back, second from left), and instructor Mr. Matt Murphy (back, far right) after placing first at the Winter Guard International (WGI) St. Louis Regional Competition... Read More
