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![Culture Day at Marian]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776367047/marianhighschoolnet/x7iyrbvjchfkex90gbgz/CultureDayThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776367047/marianhighschoolnet/x7iyrbvjchfkex90gbgz/CultureDayThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776367047/marianhighschoolnet/x7iyrbvjchfkex90gbgz/CultureDayThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1776367047/marianhighschoolnet/x7iyrbvjchfkex90gbgz/CultureDayThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1776367047/marianhighschoolnet/x7iyrbvjchfkex90gbgz/CultureDayThumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776367047/marianhighschoolnet/x7iyrbvjchfkex90gbgz/CultureDayThumbnail.png","width":1614}])
Marian came alive with color, movement and meaningful connection during Culture Day, an event thoughtfully organized by our Board of Belonging. Designed to celebrate the diverse backgrounds and experiences within our community, the day invited our students to explore, learn and engage with cultures in ways that were both interactive and reflective.
![Five Seniors Receive Prestigious Creighton University Grit Scholarship]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775579450/marianhighschoolnet/ck2nftuqhlbt0rjlyjff/GritScholarsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775579450/marianhighschoolnet/ck2nftuqhlbt0rjlyjff/GritScholarsThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775579450/marianhighschoolnet/ck2nftuqhlbt0rjlyjff/GritScholarsThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775579450/marianhighschoolnet/ck2nftuqhlbt0rjlyjff/GritScholarsThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1775579450/marianhighschoolnet/ck2nftuqhlbt0rjlyjff/GritScholarsThumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775579450/marianhighschoolnet/ck2nftuqhlbt0rjlyjff/GritScholarsThumbnail.png","width":1614}])
Five of our seniors are taking their next steps after high school with purpose!
Kate Efaw, Maura Harrington, Caitlyn Smith, Kelsey Herrera and Nora Farnham have each been named recipients of the prestigious Grit Scholarship from Creighton University — an honor that recognizes not only academic achievement, but resilience, determination and heart
![Marian faculty pictured outside the new administrative addition, circa 1960.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773175495/marianhighschoolnet/mjy7zyf3juu6cjsrutrh/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate28.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773175495/marianhighschoolnet/mjy7zyf3juu6cjsrutrh/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate28.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1773175495/marianhighschoolnet/mjy7zyf3juu6cjsrutrh/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate28.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1773175495/marianhighschoolnet/mjy7zyf3juu6cjsrutrh/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate28.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1773175495/marianhighschoolnet/mjy7zyf3juu6cjsrutrh/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate28.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1773175495/marianhighschoolnet/mjy7zyf3juu6cjsrutrh/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate28.png","width":2200}])
This week (March 8-14) is National Catholic Sisters Week and we are proud to honor our founders, the Servants of Mary. Marian is rooted in the charism of the Servants of Mary; their history is our legacy.
![A photo of the school roof with proposed solar panels.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773074354/marianhighschoolnet/igwmlqza3rc0ltzvzn6q/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate26.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773074354/marianhighschoolnet/igwmlqza3rc0ltzvzn6q/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate26.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1773074354/marianhighschoolnet/igwmlqza3rc0ltzvzn6q/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate26.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1773074354/marianhighschoolnet/igwmlqza3rc0ltzvzn6q/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate26.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1773074354/marianhighschoolnet/igwmlqza3rc0ltzvzn6q/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate26.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1773074354/marianhighschoolnet/igwmlqza3rc0ltzvzn6q/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate26.png","width":2200}])
Marian has received a base grant of $150,000 and an additional $100,000 matching grant from the Lozier Foundation to fund the installation of solar panels on our campus. With a total project cost of $400,000, this gift provides a powerful spark, and now Marian must energize to raise the matching $100,000 by Sept. 30.
![Banner featuring alumnae leaders from 4 decades.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765942663/marianhighschoolnet/xz32o4foafp8tbzqs3fn/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate8.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765942663/marianhighschoolnet/xz32o4foafp8tbzqs3fn/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate8.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765942663/marianhighschoolnet/xz32o4foafp8tbzqs3fn/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate8.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765942663/marianhighschoolnet/xz32o4foafp8tbzqs3fn/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate8.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765942663/marianhighschoolnet/xz32o4foafp8tbzqs3fn/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate8.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1765942663/marianhighschoolnet/xz32o4foafp8tbzqs3fn/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate8.png","width":2200}])
For decades, Marian girls have been making an impact in the world. For our alumnae, the opportunities they had at Marian were transformative. Marian gave them the tools and skills to be thinking leaders. We sat down with four Marian alumnae to discuss how Marian shaped them.
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Marian came alive with color, movement and meaningful connection during Culture Day, an event thoughtfully organized by our Board of Belonging. Designed to celebrate the diverse backgrounds and experiences within our community, the day invited our students to explore, learn and engage with cultures in ways that were both interactive and reflective.
![Living Marian’s Core Values]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775755939/marianhighschoolnet/oqnjikjdru2pwl1cnbc5/ChristChildSociety.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775755939/marianhighschoolnet/oqnjikjdru2pwl1cnbc5/ChristChildSociety.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775755939/marianhighschoolnet/oqnjikjdru2pwl1cnbc5/ChristChildSociety.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775755939/marianhighschoolnet/oqnjikjdru2pwl1cnbc5/ChristChildSociety.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1775755939/marianhighschoolnet/oqnjikjdru2pwl1cnbc5/ChristChildSociety.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775755939/marianhighschoolnet/oqnjikjdru2pwl1cnbc5/ChristChildSociety.png","width":1614}])
Service and compassion, two of our Core Values, came to life in a powerful way as Marian freshmen partnered with the Christ Child Society of Omaha to support mothers and babies in need across the Omaha metro area.
Five of our seniors are taking their next steps after high school with purpose!
Kate Efaw, Maura Harrington, Caitlyn Smith, Kelsey Herrera and Nora Farnham have each been named recipients of the prestigious Grit Scholarship from Creighton University — an honor that recognizes not only academic achievement, but resilience, determination and heart
![Athletic Hall of Fame logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711570080/marianhighschoolnet/nlurzuvwanx1rboofwad/AHOF_2021.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711570080/marianhighschoolnet/nlurzuvwanx1rboofwad/AHOF_2021.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711570080/marianhighschoolnet/nlurzuvwanx1rboofwad/AHOF_2021.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711570080/marianhighschoolnet/nlurzuvwanx1rboofwad/AHOF_2021.png","width":978}])
May 21, 2026
6 p.m. Cocktail Hour | 7 p.m. Dinner & Program
Join us to celebrate Marian's outstanding athletic legacy! We'll be honoring:
- 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees
- Three-sport student athletes
- One outstanding scholar-athlete from the Class of 2026
![Celebrating Excellence in Language and Culture]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774026548/marianhighschoolnet/onrnx0f9gq2l5p7rqfba/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate5.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774026548/marianhighschoolnet/onrnx0f9gq2l5p7rqfba/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate5.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774026548/marianhighschoolnet/onrnx0f9gq2l5p7rqfba/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate5.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774026548/marianhighschoolnet/onrnx0f9gq2l5p7rqfba/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate5.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774026548/marianhighschoolnet/onrnx0f9gq2l5p7rqfba/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate5.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774026548/marianhighschoolnet/onrnx0f9gq2l5p7rqfba/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate5.png","width":1614}])
Several Marian students have been recognized by the Nebraska Department of Education for their outstanding achievement in world language studies, earning both the Distinguished World Language Scholar – High Honors designation and World Language Spotlight Awards.
![Students Earn National Recognition in DePaul’s Blue Book: Best American High School Writing 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773853687/marianhighschoolnet/f5t5xtxd2lbiq1zmze7l/BlueBookThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773853687/marianhighschoolnet/f5t5xtxd2lbiq1zmze7l/BlueBookThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1773853687/marianhighschoolnet/f5t5xtxd2lbiq1zmze7l/BlueBookThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1773853687/marianhighschoolnet/f5t5xtxd2lbiq1zmze7l/BlueBookThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1773853687/marianhighschoolnet/f5t5xtxd2lbiq1zmze7l/BlueBookThumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773853687/marianhighschoolnet/f5t5xtxd2lbiq1zmze7l/BlueBookThumbnail.png","width":1614}])
We celebrate a remarkable achievement as multiple students have been recognized in DePaul’s Blue Book: Best American High School Writing 2026, a prestigious national publication honoring outstanding student journalism, creative writing and visual art.
![Poetry Out Loud State winner MajieAhna Winfrey pictured with Maria Corpuz '13, emcee, and Marsha Kalkowski, English and journalism teacher.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773172183/marianhighschoolnet/n6dhhi8ygixrwuwezpig/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate27.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773172183/marianhighschoolnet/n6dhhi8ygixrwuwezpig/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate27.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1773172183/marianhighschoolnet/n6dhhi8ygixrwuwezpig/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate27.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1773172183/marianhighschoolnet/n6dhhi8ygixrwuwezpig/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate27.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1773172183/marianhighschoolnet/n6dhhi8ygixrwuwezpig/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate27.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1773172183/marianhighschoolnet/n6dhhi8ygixrwuwezpig/Finalsitenewsthumbnailtemplate27.png","width":2200}])
Senior MajieAhna Winfrey became the 2026 Nebraska Poetry Out Loud Champion at the state competition at Midland University. She will represent Nebraska in the National Endowment for the Arts Poetry Out Loud program in Washington, D.C.
This week (March 8-14) is National Catholic Sisters Week and we are proud to honor our founders, the Servants of Mary. Marian is rooted in the charism of the Servants of Mary; their history is our legacy.
Marian has received a base grant of $150,000 and an additional $100,000 matching grant from the Lozier Foundation to fund the installation of solar panels on our campus. With a total project cost of $400,000, this gift provides a powerful spark, and now Marian must energize to raise the matching $100,000 by Sept. 30.