Bishop Joseph Babmera announced his plan for the future of the diocesan school system at a meeting at St. Maria Goretti Church in Laflin on January 20. "Catholic schools are alive, they're well and they're here to stay in the Diocese of Scranton," said Bambera. However, the bishop noted that despite the massive restructuring efforts … Continue reading Bishop Bambera’s Plan for Diocesan Schools
Rev. Daniel Hitchko
The Central Catholic/Bishop O'Reilly Community mourns the sudden loss of Rev. Daniel Hitchko, principal from 1968-1974. The diocese has released the following statement: The Diocese is saddened by the death of Father Daniel Hitchko. Although Father, who was 73, had been battling several serious health problems for a number of years, his sudden death while … Continue reading Rev. Daniel Hitchko
What is progressive change? Central Catholic tackles the question.
Progressive change was on the minds of students, teachers, and parents throughout the 1972-1973 school year. The world was rapidly changing, and locally, Northeastern Pennsylvanians were still dealing with the aftermath of the Agnes flood. The '73 Queen incorporated many quotes from Central Catholic teachers and administrators regarding their attitudes toward progressive change. Here's a … Continue reading What is progressive change? Central Catholic tackles the question.
A New September Inspires Heart, Mind, and Spirit
A few back to school memories from the '73 Queen: Entering Central Catholic for the first time since June, we noticed a significant change. The walls smelled of fresh paint, the first floor corridor boasted of a new terrazo covering, and the new gym floor was covered with a tarp. As we looked again, however, … Continue reading A New September Inspires Heart, Mind, and Spirit
New website for Catholic school alumni
There's a new website in the works for alumni of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Scranton: http://www.nepacatholicschools.com. This new resource will connect alumni from various schools, post information on reunions and alumni gatherings, and celebrate Catholic education.
1986: New Beginnings
September 1985 ushered in a year of "new beginnings" for Bishop O'Reilly High School. Faced with near closure the year before, students looked forward to another year at their beloved school. With August usually comes some sadness at end of summer vacation. But in 1985, Queensmen were grateful to return home to Bishop O'Reilly. Nearly … Continue reading 1986: New Beginnings
Class of ’84 Reunion
Bishop O'Reilly Class of 1984 is planning their 25th Class Reunion, to be held on Saturday, August 1, 2009 at the Wyoming Valley Country Club. For more information, visit http://www.BishopOreilly.com for all the details! Or Contact Janel Jorda at http://www.web-tactics.com.
Save the Date!
What: BOR class of 1989 20th HIGH SCHOOL REUNION When: SAT., APRIL 4th 2009 Where: APPLETREE TERRACE at NEWBERRY ESTATE, Dallas Contact information is still needed for the following list of classmates. If you have a CURRENT e-mail address, home address, or phone number for one of the people listed below, please e-mail that information … Continue reading Save the Date!
In loving memory of Ian Pope
The Holy Redeemer community is deeply saddened to report the death of Ian Pope, a member of the Class of 2010. Ian was killed on Tuesday December 23, 2008, afternoon in an automobile accident in Edwardsville. We all know how great of a person Ian was. He made every person he knew feel great. He … Continue reading In loving memory of Ian Pope
As we come to the end. . .
Could you believe that it has been one year already? It seems like yesterday we stood outside of the Bishop O'Reilly High School building and said our final good-byes, or for some it may be the moment you first walked into your freshmen homeroom on the first day of school all those years ago. And with the end winding … Continue reading As we come to the end. . .
Bishop O'Reilly/Central Catholic Alumni 