micds | Matt Irvin will be returning to the school as its head varsity football coach. Irvin began his career at MICDS as an assistant football coach for the legendary Ron Holtman in 1997 before taking over as head coach in 2005, leading the MICDS Rams to two State runner-up finishes. After leaving MICDS, he coached at New Trier High School in Illinois and Kirkwood High School and worked with college programs at DePauw and Washington universities.
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The school announced the public launch of its capital campaign, “Adventuring Together: Make Every Space a Learning Space.” This initiative aims to reimagine and enhance the school’s facilities, including renovation of common spaces and the creation of the Adventure Education Center with the goal of ensuring every space on campus becomes an extension of the classroom to inspire learning and creativity.
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Congratulations to James Pierce and Katie Klein! The two graduating seniors were chosen as candidates for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars program—an honor received by only 6,000 students across the country. In April, 600 semi finalists will be selected, and the U.S. Department of Education will announce the finalists in May.
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Students raised more than $60,600 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals through the annual Ladue Dance Marathon. The funds will support Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, helping provide critical care for children in need. The student-led event included music, dancing and heartfelt stories from families impacted by Children’s Miracle Network.