An upcoming open house at Marian Catholic High School in Hometown will offer prospective students and their parents the opportunity to learn more about the school and what it has to offer those who enroll.

According to Patrick Boyle, co-chair of the school’s Enrollment and Marketing Committee, the open house offers families a firsthand look at the school’s mission.

“Our open house is an invitation for families to experience who we are as a Catholic school — a community rooted in faith, service and academic excellence — and to learn how we support students in every aspect of their growth,” Boyle said.

The event will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday at the school, located at 166 Marian Ave., Hometown.

The school, accredited by the Middle State Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, challenges student not only to reach their highest academic potential, but also to adopt a disciplined work ethic necessary to become contributing self-sufficient citizens who give witness to the Catholic faith.

Marian administrators, faculty and coaches will be on hand to welcome students interested in the school and, according to Mary Milosh, director of admissions, the event is aimed at providing parents and their children “all the information they need to discover that a Marian education is possible for anyone who desires it.”

The Rev. Robert Finlan, principal, said the event allows families to experience firsthand the values that embody Marian Catholic, commenting, “At Marian, we nurture the whole person — mind, body and spirit. Our open house is a wonderful way for families to experience the sense of community, tradition and academic excellence that defines our school.”

Parents and students will have the opportunity to learn about Marian’s academic curriculum, athletic programs, and the wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities available to its students.

Guided tours of the school will highlight ongoing facility improvements totaling more than $2,000,000, which Milosh said has put students in the “best environment for learning.”

Administrators will discuss Marian’s ideal 13-1 student-to-teacher ratio, which allows for individualized instruction and a supportive classroom setting.

Information will also be available on how a Marian education prepares students for success in higher education. The 2025 Marian graduation class, for example, received $2,068,598.69 in scholarships and grants to post-secondary institutions.

Marian Athletic Director Billy O’Gurek will be on hand to discuss with parents the various Colt and Fillie sports programs, including football, basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, cross-country, swimming, wrestling, cheerleading, baseball, softball and track and field.

Information will also be available on campus life that nurtures a well-rounded student, including the arts (marching band and the performing arts), as well as Marian’s Campus Ministry, Campus Cares, Community Service, Immaculate Heart Service Society, Student Council, National Honor Society, Dual Enrollment with Lehigh Carbon Community College, AP Courses, STEM classes for all students and an Aquinas programs.

And for parents who are concerned about affordability of a Marian education, personnel will be able to discuss Marian’s ever-increasing tuition-assistance program.

While tuition assistance is income-based, more than $500,000 has been awarded to families this school year.

Boyle noted, “Many families are surprised to learn how accessible Marian really is. We’re excited to show parents at our open house how tuition assistance can make a Marian education a realistic and affordable option for their children.”

Students who are registered for the 2026-2027 school year will be entered in a raffle in which tuition credits of $3,000, $1,000 and $1,000, respectively, will be awarded.

Parents and students are encouraged to attend the open house to explore the successful ways a Marian education has afforded thousands of its students to be prepared for a complex world ahead of them since the school began in 1954.

For more information on Marian Catholic High School, go to www.mariancatholichs.org.