St Raymond School Wins Battle of the Books Competition

Joliet, IL — On Wednesday, April 25th 2018 the Cathedral of St Raymond School participated in the Joliet Diocese 7th and 8th Grade Battle of the Books Competition at St Dennis School in Lockport, IL. There were ten 7th grade teams and seven 8th grade teams from six participating Catholic Junior High Schools in the area. Each team had to read a total of six books that were preselected by the Joliet Diocese Battle of the Books Committee. This is the first overall win in the school’s history. Last year’s 6th grade team took home 3rd place and was the first team to ever place in the top 3 and receive medals.

The first place 8th grade team was comprised of Captain Jacob Abbott, Lena Baltz, Ryan Cox, Regan Hattemar and Marlie Potocki. The 7th grade team placed 3rd in their grade level and was comprised of Captain Marley Hennessey, Lauren Cardwell, Carter Holbrook, Allison McCarthy, and Ceselie Mudron. Both teams will be honored at the school’s Jr High Honors Award Night on May 21st.

About the Cathedral of St Raymond School

The Cathedral of St Raymond School has been providing a quality Catholic education for children since 1917. They offer three and five (Full and Half) day a week preschool for 3 and 4 year olds, as well as, full day kindergarten for 5 year olds. In addition to these programs the school also offers grades 1-8. There are tuition assistance, scholarship programs and transfer grants available to families interested in applying at St Raymond School. For more information please contact the school at (815)726-6626 or look us up online at www.straymond.net/school