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  • Bishop Noll Institute educator and longtime speech and debate coach Kevin Burgun has been named executive director of the Indiana Schools Speech and Debate Association (ISSDA), the statewide organization serving speech and debate programs throughout Indiana. In the role, Burgun will work with the ISSDA board of directors, coaches, schools and tournament leadership to support the organization’s programs, strengthen communication with member schools and help guide the association.

    Noll Educator Named Executive Director of Indiana Schools Speech and Debate Association

       Bishop Noll Institute educator and longtime speech and debate coach Kevin Burgun has been named executive director of the Indiana Schools Speech and Debate Association (ISSDA), the statewide organization serving speech and debate programs throughout Indiana.
       In the role, Burgun will work with the ISSDA board of directors, coaches, schools and tournament leadership to support the organization’s programs, strengthen communication with member schools and help guide the association as it approaches its 100th anniversary.
     
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  • Bishop Noll to Host Storm Relief Benefit Concert Sept. 13

    Bishop Noll Institute will host a special family-friendly benefit event from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, to support BNI families affected by the recent tornado.
    Held in an open house format—guests are welcome to drop in and leave as their schedules allow—the afternoon will feature live music from BNI-affiliated performers donating their time.
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  • Father John Kartje '83 to speak at Noll, link faith & science

    Speaking to the consistent and complementary nature of faith and reason in the Catholic tradition, the Very Rev. John Kartje will return to his alma mater as the featured speaker on Wednesday, Sept. 2, in the Bishop Noll auditorium in an event entitled, “Heart Unto Heart.”
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  • The Bishop Noll community is grateful to Dr. Jeffrey Kristoff and Wallene Swentko, left, pictured with BNI President Paul Mullaney '77. They were recently celebrated by the board for their retirement and honored their decades of commitment and their support of the school's mission. The last board meeting for the two class of 1963 alumni, whose time on the board ended this June, was filled with love, per Swentko.

    From the Class of ’63 to the Boardroom: Alumni Retire from BNI Board

    Jeffrey Kristoff and Wallene Swentko first walked the halls of Bishop Noll as members of the Class of 1963. After graduation, college and careers, both returned to serve on the school’s Board of Directors. As they retire from those roles this month, they leave behind a legacy of leadership, service and philanthropy.
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  •    During her time at Bishop Noll Institute, Daisy Gonzalez ’24 made it her mission to build community wherever she went. Now a leader at Middlebury College, Gonzalez was recently recognized for those efforts as the recipient of the prestigious Alexander Twilight 1823 Diversity and Community Leadership Award.

    Daisy Gonzalez ’24 Honored with Leadership Award at Middlebury

    During her time at Bishop Noll Institute, Daisy Gonzalez ’24 made it her mission to build community wherever she went. Now a leader at Middlebury College, Gonzalez was recently recognized for those efforts as the recipient of the prestigious Alexander Twilight 1823 Diversity and Community Leadership Award.
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  • During Bishop Noll Institute’s Spring Gala, two pillars of the BNI community, Nancy and Terry Quinn, were officially inducted into the Bishop Noll Hall of Honor.

    BNI Inducts Terry, Nancy Quinn into Hall of Honor

    During Bishop Noll Institute’s Spring Gala, two pillars of the BNI community, Nancy and Terry Quinn, were officially inducted into the Bishop Noll Hall of Honor.
       President Paul Mullaney ’77 recognized their combined legacy of more than 30 years of service.
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  • Jhoan P. will take the lead at Jesus in the March production of Godspell at Bishop Noll.

    Bishop Noll Junior to play Jesus in Godspell

    Opening night is finally here! Bishop Noll Drama is proud to present the 2012 revival of "Godspell." Junior Jhoan P. stars as Jesus. His role as an actor is one of many he plays at Bishop Noll. As a drum major, Student Ambassador, and member of the Hispanic Student Union—among more than 17 other activities—he has spent his time at BNI building involvement.
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  • Kimberly Padilla, Bishop Noll Class of 2026, named Academic All-American

    Senior named Academic All-American

    Congratulations to Bishop Noll senior Kimberly Padilla, who has been named a National Speech and Debate Association Academic All-American!
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  • Front row: Madison Lawrence, Kimberly Padilla, Alina Plascencia, Sara Seleb, Aiyana Espinoza, Addison Gil, Hannah Moisant, Aniyah Basulto, Lila Patino, Brianna Gonzalez, Jolette Luna, Jasmin Gonzalez Back Row: Regan McCabe, Abigail Buksa, Kevin Guerrero, Landon Wisler, Maddux Lurincik, Samuel Fowler, Noah Hahn, Josef Matushek, Victoria Quiroga Not pictured: Lucia Magallon

    BNI names 2026 Graduates with Distinction

    Bishop Noll Institute has announced its Graduates with Distinction for the class of 2026. These top academic seniors all earned a 4.0 or above GPA. These grades also determine valedictorian and salutatorian.
    Noah Hahn, of Highland, was named valedictorian. Hahn, a parishioner at Our Lady of Grace, attended Montessori Children’s Schoolhouse. Sara Seleb, of Hammond, was named salutatorian. She attended and is a parishioner of St. John Bosco.
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  • Kimberly Padilla, Bishop Noll senior, will head to Middlebury College this fall on a full-ride scholarship.

    Noll Senior Awarded Full Scholarship to Top-Tier College

    The next adventure for Bishop Noll Institute senior Kimberly Padilla will take her to the East Coast, fulfilling a new dream for herself and her family.
       Kimberly, a Hammond native, will attend Middlebury College in Vermont – a prestigious institution often referred to as a “mini-Ivy.” In December, she was awarded a full scholarship through the highly competitive QuestBridge National College Match program.
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  • 2025 BNI Cash Raffle Winners

    RAFFLE TICKET WINNERS
    Thank you to all of those who supported the Bishop Noll Institute raffle Dec. 2, 2025!
    1st Prize Jesse D. - Schererville
    2nd Prize Ramon J. - Hammond, IN
    3rd Prize John J. - Oak Lawn, IL
    4th Prize Ashley L. - Hammond, IN
    5th Prize Ahed M. Hammond, IN
    6th Prize Maria S.- Burnham, IL
    7th Prize Jordan K. - Gary, N
  • Bishop Noll graduate Khalil Tucker '25 spoke at graduation about his gratitude to all his supporters, including mom, Tremaine.

    Khalil Tucker '25 thanks BNI and his family for support

    When Khalil Tucker represented the Class of 2025 by formally thanking parents at commencement, he expressed his gratitude to the supporters who got them to this point. 
       “For many of us, we are who we are because of a community of people," Khalil began, acknowledging parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and family friends. "We greatly appreciate you for choosing to send us here. In doing so, you gave us a foundation built on faith, values, and a deeper sense of purpose."
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  • Fr. Ivan Alatorre joins BNI as new co-chaplain

    Welcoming a new co-chaplain to BNI

    Bishop McClory recently appointed Fr. Ivan Alatorre as associate pastor of St. John Bosco Parish & School and co-chaplain of Bishop Noll Institute. Fr. Alatorre graduated  from Sacred Heart Major Seminary and his ordination at the Cathedral of the Holy Angels in Gary took place June 7.
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  • After a remarkable career, a familiar face at Bishop Noll Institute, Mrs. Rosalie (Hauter) Schmidt has retired. A 1970 alumna of Bishop Noll, Schmidt’s journey into education began not in a classroom, but within her own busy childhood home.

    Alumna-turned-teacher bids farewell to classroom

       After a remarkable career, a familiar face at Bishop Noll Institute, Mrs. Rosalie (Hauter) Schmidt has retired. A 1970 alumna of Bishop Noll, Schmidt’s journey into education began not in a classroom, but within her own busy childhood home. 
       “I’m the oldest of a large family,” she said. “I grew up helping my siblings to walk, tie their shoes, ride a bike, and learn multiplication. I watched them learn, and that everyone does not learn the same way. That has been a valuable lesson.”
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  • Noll restructures advancement, business roles

    As part of Bishop Noll Institute’s commitment to continuous improvement, three appointments have been made to fortify the school’s already solid financial standing, President Paul Mullaney announced.
       Renee Nagdeman, longtime Bishop Noll business manager, assumes the title of Vice President of Finance; BNI alumnus Eddie Limón has been appointed Vice President of Advancement; and Communications Coordinator Jennifer Florek has been promoted to Associate Director of Advancement.
  • After 17 years of fostering a love for Mandarin Chinese and its rich culture, Bishop Noll Institute teacher Julie Niu is set to retire in June. Niu’s tenure at Bishop Noll has been marked by the advancement of Chinese language education as the school’s Chinese program provided students with new opportunities in a global market. Niu said she is proud of the success of her students in regional and national competitions. From 2012 to 2019, 18 Bishop Noll students garnered 29 awards.

    Bishop Noll Bids Farewell to Teacher Julie Niu After 17 Years

    After 17 years of fostering a love for Mandarin Chinese and its rich culture, Bishop Noll Institute teacher Julie Niu is set to retire in June.
       Niu’s tenure at Bishop Noll has been marked by the advancement of Chinese language education as the school’s Chinese program provided students with new opportunities in a global market.
       Niu said she is proud of the success of her students in regional and national competitions. From 2012 to 2019, 18 Bishop Noll students garnered 29 awards in Valparaiso University's Annual Great Lakes Region High School Chinese Speech/Writing Contest.
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  • Drumroll please .... Noll band program welcomes new director

    The Bishop Noll band program is striking a new chord with the announcement of Kirk Hickman as its band director. The Bishop Noll is invited to welcome him with a Meet and Greet at 5 p.m. May 6 at the school.
       Hickman is excited to begin his new role and shared his vision for the future of the program.
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  • Maisie Wragg will portray Jo March in Bishop Noll's Little Women production.

    Senior Brings Jo March to Life in 'Little Women' Production

    Bishop Noll Institute senior Maisie Wragg, a standout both in the classroom and on stage, is set to bring the beloved character of Jo March vibrantly to life in the school's upcoming production of “Little Women.”
       “The thing I find most compelling about Jo is her willingness to be unapologetically herself,” Wragg said. “She is expressive and dramatic, and she doesn’t worry if others will judge her for that. Storytelling brings her joy, and she embraces it freely.”
    “Little Women” is based on the original book by Louisa May Alcott. Bishop Noll will stage the musical April 10-13. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $10. They can be purchased at the door or in advance online by clicking here.
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  • Brianna Bishop Noll sophomore

    BNI Sophomore is IN IT TO WIN IT

    Bishop Noll Institute sophomore Brianna Ballesteros embodies the spirit of “in it to win it,” a phrase that serves as this year’s school motto. This determination, she said, stems from a desire to finish strong academically while maintaining her deep faith and pursuing personal passions.
       “My mom always told me to finish what I started, but to also maintain the balance between my effort in my work, faith and passions in life," Ballesteros, of East Chicago and a parishioner of St. Casimir, said. "This has given me the confidence and determination to succeed in school.”
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  • Rick Good, a proven leader with a history of building prep football program success, has been hired as Bishop Noll Institute’s head football coach and assistant athletic director, Principal Lorenza Jara Pastrick announced today. A graduate of Chicago’s Mount Carmel High School, Good has 18 years of football coaching experience, including seven years as a head coach at Calumet and Lake Central high schools, where he increased victory totals year-over-year at each school.

    Experienced football leader to take helm of Bishop Noll program

    Rick Good, a proven leader with a history of building prep football program success, has been hired as Bishop Noll Institute’s head football coach and assistant athletic director, Principal Lorenza Jara Pastrick '01 announced today.
       A graduate of Chicago’s Mount Carmel High School, Good has 18 years of football coaching experience, including seven years as a head coach at Calumet and Lake Central high schools, where he increased victory totals year-over-year at each school.
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  • Mass Media

    Bishop Noll Mass Media students produce segments for the BNN student news broadcast and create content for the student JourNoll, an online student news publication. Students take coursework in journalism and attend field trips to learn more about the broadcast and journalism industries.

    BNN - Bishop Noll student news broadcasts

  • Yearbook

    Bishop Noll’s yearbook staff is responsible for putting together The Marquette - the school’s student produced yearbook. This club meets throughout the year to develop, design and write content for the yearbook. In addition, student photographers contribute photos to be used in the book. In addition, staff members learn more about design trends and photography at annual yearbook workshops.

    Yearbook Instagram - @BishopNollYBK

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  • The Bishop Noll community is grateful to Dr. Jeffrey Kristoff and Wallene Swentko, left, pictured with BNI President Paul Mullaney '77. They were recently celebrated by the board for their retirement and honored their decades of commitment and their support of the school's mission. The last board meeting for the two class of 1963 alumni, whose time on the board ended this June, was filled with love, per Swentko.

    From the Class of ’63 to the Boardroom: Alumni Retire from BNI Board

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  • Commencement Speaker Terry Murphy ’75 encourages Class of 2026 to ‘launch’ into next chapter

    Commencement Speaker Terry Murphy ’75 encourages Class of 2026 to ‘launch’ into next chapter

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  •    During her time at Bishop Noll Institute, Daisy Gonzalez ’24 made it her mission to build community wherever she went. Now a leader at Middlebury College, Gonzalez was recently recognized for those efforts as the recipient of the prestigious Alexander Twilight 1823 Diversity and Community Leadership Award.

    Daisy Gonzalez ’24 Honored with Leadership Award at Middlebury

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  • During Bishop Noll Institute’s Spring Gala, two pillars of the BNI community, Nancy and Terry Quinn, were officially inducted into the Bishop Noll Hall of Honor.

    BNI Inducts Terry, Nancy Quinn into Hall of Honor

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  • Krystal Kadar Quagliara '03 explores the lives of Catholic moms

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  • Kimberly Padilla, Bishop Noll senior, will head to Middlebury College this fall on a full-ride scholarship.

    Noll Senior Awarded Full Scholarship to Top-Tier College

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  • Alumni Spotlight: Sister Susan Hutchens ’66

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