Arkansas Catholic

06/14/2026

Savannah Johnson, a senior at Ozark Catholic Academy, has a 550-page manuscript under review and signed to throw discus and shot put for Benedictine College in Atchison, Kan.

Savannah Johnson, a talented writer and athlete, overcomes dyslexia to pursue her dreams of becoming an author and track star.

06/13/2026

Will Garmon, a senior at Catholic High School, credits the JROTC program for his personal growth and leadership experience, serving as battalion commander, and is now considering joining ROTC at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville.

Discover how Will Garmon's experience in JROTC at Catholic High School pushed him to develop leadership skills, discipline, and a sense of service.

06/13/2026

Graham Combs, a recent graduate of Sacred Heart School in Morrilton, took a leap of faith on April 27, committing to join the House of Formation in Little Rock this fall to discern his call to the priesthood.

Graham Combs, a senior at Sacred Heart School, commits to discerning his call to the priesthood, inspired by his faith and community.

06/13/2026

Aaron Pineda, a senior at Subiaco Academy, will attend Texas A&M University this fall to study marketing. Pineda, originally from Miami, has been a soloist in the jazz ensemble, a Blue Arrow Ambassador, and started his own photography business, contributing to the school's social media.

Read about Aaron Pineda, a hardworking senior at Subiaco Academy, who has embraced his Hispanic roots and pursued his passion for photography and marketing.

06/12/2026

The French docudrama "Sacred Heart: His Reign Has No End," which explores the significance of devotion to the Sacred Heart, will have a limited U.S. theatrical release on Sunday, June 14, in Little Rock, Conway, Hot Springs, Rogers and Fayetteville.
https://arkansas-catholic.org/2026/06/12/sacred-heart-movie-release/

06/12/2026

We mourn the passing of Father John Oswald, a priest and teacher who dedicated 65 years to serving the Church.

Father John Oswald, a priest for the Diocese of Little Rock, dies at 90. He was a teacher and served as a priest for 65 years.

06/08/2026

Subiaco Academy held its graduation May 16 at Subiaco Abbey. Victor Mendoza, Class of 2006 and managing partner of Legado Capital Advisors, served as guest speaker.

Subiaco Academy held its graduation ceremony with guest speaker Victor Mendoza. Valedictorian Trevor Wasielewski and salutatorian Samuel Wu were recognized.

06/06/2026

The commencement ceremony for Ozark Catholic Academy was held May 16 at St. Joseph Church in Tontitown, featuring State Sen. Clint Penzo as the graduation speaker, Karianne O'Shaughnessy as valedictorian, and Clare Pohlmeier as salutatorian.

Read about the recent graduation ceremony at Ozark Catholic Academy, featuring valedictorian Karianne O'Shaughnessy and other accomplished graduates.

06/05/2026

Addie Hilliard, 18, a senior at Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock, has achieved AP Scholar with Distinction, maintaining fifth in her class with 14 AP and eight honors courses.

Meet Addie Hilliard, an 18-year-old high school senior balancing academics, extracurriculars, and faith as she prepares for the Air Force Academy.

06/05/2026

Mount St. Mary Academy hosted its graduation May 19 at Robinson Center in downtown Little Rock.

Mount St. Mary Academy's graduation ceremony features valedictorians Alyssa Carr and Carson Vogelpohl, with Tim Glancy as the speaker.