The Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School Marching Knights competed at the Huntingdon Marching Invitational on the campus of Huntingdon College on Saturday, October 5. This was the third consecutive year the Marching Knights have participated in the Huntingdon Invitational. The Knights brought home four trophies from the competition. The Color Guard, Percussion, and Drum Major were each individually rated “Superior.” The MCPS Band received an overall rating of “Excellent” from the panel of judges. The Marching Knights are led by Band Director, Alex Johnson; Assistant Band Director, Christina Banks; Color Guard Sponsors, Sarah Rech and D’Jara Britton; and Drum Major Kristina Vanella, an MCPS senior. Congratulations Marching Knights!
AP, Honors, Or College-Prep? A parent’s guide to the right course path
This guide helps Catholic school parents navigate AP, Honors, and College-Prep course options in high school. It explains what each level means, typical workloads, and how Montgomery Catholic’s advising process balances rigor, wellness, faith, and family life. Learn how to match course levels to your student’s strengths, goals, and extracurriculars to build a sustainable schedule.