PINK OUT the JH Field and Court this Thursday!!
Future Business Leaders of America
Red Wheel Fundraiser
Start Date: October 13 End Date: Nov. 3
Delivery Date: Tuesday, November 11
Please help support the TMP-M FBLA organization in raising funds for their State FBLA competition in Topeka in March.
For more information please contact the school or any FBLA member or linnj@tmpmarian.org.
The TMP Chess Team began its 2025-26 season with individual and team victories at the Ellinwood Chess Invitational on Saturday, October 4. 52 players from all grades participated, including strong teams from Valley Center, Riley County, and the host, Ellinwood, all of whom competed closely with TMP last March when the team took home the State 2A title and tied for first overall with Bishop Carroll. They were clearly seeking revenge.
Competition was close from the beginning. While TMP led the whole tournament, it was only by 1/2 to 1 point. In the final round, however, victories on ten of our twelve boards helped us pull away to finish with 20 team points. Finishing second was Valley Center with 16 1/2 points, the host team Ellinwood was third with 15 points, and Riley County finished with 14 points.
Individually, Senior Blaise Staab finished first with an undefeated record of 6 wins, no losses, and no draws, including victories over the 2nd and 3rd Place individual finishers. In a three-way tie for 2nd - 4th, Senior Eli Stein placed 4th with 5 wins and 1 loss. Finishing out the top four (because the team score in team chess events is the scores of the top four players from a team) were Freshman Caden Pinkney and Sophomore Ethan Gibson, with 4 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw (4 1/2), finishing 5th and 6th respectively.
Providing support were Sophomores Cade Schlautman (10th), 8th Graders Joshua Marintzer (12th), Alex Unrein (13th), and Braden Unrein (14th). Also competing from TMP were 8th Grader Garret Billinger (18th, 3 1/2 pts.), Sophomore Colby Schmeidler (20th, 3 1/2 pts.), Sophomore Dylan Billinger (22nd, 3 pts.) and Sophomore James Dickman (32nd, 3 pts.).
Next week, TMP travels to Washburn Rural, another close rival in state competition.
Competition was close from the beginning. While TMP led the whole tournament, it was only by 1/2 to 1 point. In the final round, however, victories on ten of our twelve boards helped us pull away to finish with 20 team points. Finishing second was Valley Center with 16 1/2 points, the host team Ellinwood was third with 15 points, and Riley County finished with 14 points.
Individually, Senior Blaise Staab finished first with an undefeated record of 6 wins, no losses, and no draws, including victories over the 2nd and 3rd Place individual finishers. In a three-way tie for 2nd - 4th, Senior Eli Stein placed 4th with 5 wins and 1 loss. Finishing out the top four (because the team score in team chess events is the scores of the top four players from a team) were Freshman Caden Pinkney and Sophomore Ethan Gibson, with 4 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw (4 1/2), finishing 5th and 6th respectively.
Providing support were Sophomores Cade Schlautman (10th), 8th Graders Joshua Marintzer (12th), Alex Unrein (13th), and Braden Unrein (14th). Also competing from TMP were 8th Grader Garret Billinger (18th, 3 1/2 pts.), Sophomore Colby Schmeidler (20th, 3 1/2 pts.), Sophomore Dylan Billinger (22nd, 3 pts.) and Sophomore James Dickman (32nd, 3 pts.).
Next week, TMP travels to Washburn Rural, another close rival in state competition.
Here are some upcoming opportunities to support the Heimann family.
All are welcome to attend our Living Rosary today at 9:25am in the Fieldhouse.
**There was a time error in the weekly church bulletins. The correct time is 9:25am**
The concert in the Grotto has been cancelled for this evening. This event will be rescheduled for the spring!
Grotto Band Concert Decision Will be Made This Afternoon.
Due to the weather, a decision on the grotto band concert scheduled for 6:45 p.m. tonight will be made and announced this afternoon by 4 p.m. If the concert is postponed again, we will look to a spring reschedule date. Thank you for your understanding and please stay tuned for the announcement this afternoon.
Due to the weather, a decision on the grotto band concert scheduled for 6:45 p.m. tonight will be made and announced this afternoon by 4 p.m. If the concert is postponed again, we will look to a spring reschedule date. Thank you for your understanding and please stay tuned for the announcement this afternoon.
Be aware of the parking situation for tonight's event. Travel in and out of campus will be extremely difficult.
Please join us for a Candlelight Vigil honoring Sgt. Scott Heimann '12 this evening in the TMP-Marian Grotto at 6:30pm.
The vigil will begin with an opening prayer from Fr. Fred Gatschet, followed by remarks from Mayor Jacobs and Chief Scheibler, a performance by the TMP-Marian Pop Singers, and a closing prayer.
The evening will conclude with a group rosary as we gather in prayer and remembrance.
The vigil will begin with an opening prayer from Fr. Fred Gatschet, followed by remarks from Mayor Jacobs and Chief Scheibler, a performance by the TMP-Marian Pop Singers, and a closing prayer.
The evening will conclude with a group rosary as we gather in prayer and remembrance.
TMP-Marian Parents - Due to the dignified return procession passing on Hall Street at approx. 3:15 p.m., please delay pick up until after 3:30 p.m. or 10 minutes after the procession passes. Please contact the office at 785-625-6577 if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your cooperation. God bless.
The entire Thomas More Prep-Marian family mourns the loss of Sgt. Scott '12 Heimann. Our prayers and condolences go out to the family and all those impacted by this loss.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.
Builders Club officers awarded the September Junior Monarchs of the Month. Congratulations to Jaxson Rebel and Olivia Eck for receiving this award! 🎊
We had another great visit with Danny Dinkel of Farm Bureau Insurance in Personal Finance class today. He told about some real life claims from our own city and county. He also helped us to see that our responsible choices can lead to saving money on premiums. Many thanks to Danny for sharing his time and talent with us!
Today St. Jude Community in the Junior High did a little chicken dancing in honor of Fort Hays homecoming and Oktoberfest! Then we finished up with a fun mystery drawing activity!
You are invited to attend our Living Rosary on October 7 at 9:25 a.m. in the Fieldhouse to honor Our Lady during the month of October.
Big shoutout to our Freshman Algebra 1 students today!! They tackled challenging equations, collaborated with classmates, and showed amazing perseverance!
Game on! Kickoff at 9:30. Band, Cheer, and Homecoming at halftime. Awards at a later TBD home event.
Pending the game being played, we plan to hold the Homecoming Student Royalty ceremony at halftime tonight. School, Alumni, and Booster Club awards ceremony will be at a later home event, TBA ASAP.
As of now, we are still planning to play the game. Based on radar, we are hoping for an 8:45 or 9 pm kickoff.
The homecoming football game is now delayed until 8 p.m.
