Dr. Craig Pierson’s hobbies are extensive and eclectic to say the least. With a keen sense of discovery paired with a sharp mind, Craig’s interests encompass passions in sciences, music, sports, nature and journalism. As a former chemist with ExxonMobil, Craig became the chemistry teacher at Billings Central in 2001 after earning his M.Ed. in…
To be even be a candidate for a Lumen Christi (Latin for the Light of Christ) award is an honor for a Senior Billings Central student. To win the award is an lifetime accomplishment. The Lumen Christi award winners consistently demonstrate the example of Christ in service, leadership, generosity, compassion, and integrity. One male and…
Meet Your Mayfair Chairs of 2022! Meet Jim and Christine Harris – your next Mayfair Chairs of 2022. They love their Billings Catholic Schools. Whether helping the kindergartners during the lunch hour or attending the big games, Jim and Christine are usually somewhere to be found around our schools. As parents, they’ve lived the changes…
With the Beginning of the School Year Here, YOU Make it Possible! Summer is coming to an end and many Billings Catholic Schools students are transitioning from vacation mode to the new routines that come with the start of school. Our exceptional students have shown resilience through extremely difficult and uncertain times. Through your…
By MATT HOFFMAN mhoffman@billingsgazette.com Matt Hoffman Aug 23, 2017 Outside the new St. Francis Catholic School, teachers held placards signaling their grade level to students — kindergarten through eighth-grade. It’s the first time the grade levels will be under one roof for Billings Catholic Schools. Students streamed through the school’s doors for their first day Wednesday…
Central Catholic High School — Aubrey Walter Parents: Kevin and Beth Walter Middle School: St. Francis Upper Elementary School: St. Francis Primary and Intermediate Future Plans: While I am unsure of the college that I will be attending at this time, I am looking forward to studying business next year. Most challenging or Rewarding Class: My AP Calculus class is…
Central Catholic High School — Johnny Elliott Parents: Dr. Jim Elliott and Mrs. Laurie Stergar Middle School: St. Francis Upper Elementary School: St. Francis Primary and Intermediate Future Plans: Accepted to multiple universities, decision forthcoming. I plan to study architecture or Chemical Engineering with plans to pursue a medical degree. I would like to become a radiologist, along…
By: ED KEMMICK In case you hadn’t noticed, there’s a Catholic construction boom underway in Billings. The new St. Francis School at Colton Boulevard and Woody Drive, which will serve K-8 students and is expected to open next fall, has an $18 million price tag. Just west of the new school, St. Thomas the Apostle…
By JORDON NIEDERMEIER jniedermeier@billingsgazette.com Jordon Niedermeier Feb 7, 2017 Microsoft plans to unveil its next-generation three-dimensional experience sometime this year, and two Billings high school graduates left their mark on the project. The HoloLens uses three microprocessors and a series of mirrors to project holograms into its user’s eye. The result is high definition interactive…
By MIKE KORDENBROCK mkordenbrock@billingsgazette.com Mike Kordenbrock Feb 3, 2017 When it comes to their art teacher Lisa Fine, Billings Central Catholic High seniors Faith Williams and Morgan Lee emphasized the unwavering support she offers her students. “She’s so open and kind,” Lee said. “Every time you walk through those doors, you’re family.” In the words…