Parent Preview Night is designed to give families a firsthand look at McGill’s distinguished academics, faith-centered community, and the many opportunities that make a Catholic education attainable. The evening showcases faculty, students, alumni, and current parents as they share how the McGill experience prepares students for success beyond high school. Guests will also gain a sense of student life and the encouraging community that helps every Jacket thrive through tours led by student ambassadors.
Highlights of the evening include:
- Welcome & Overview with Principal Blake Stein
- Perspectives from the McT Community: Current faculty, families, and alumni share their experiences in a moderated panel
- Student-led campus tours
“McGill-Toolen is a place where every student is known, valued, and equipped to reach their potential,” said Mark Snyder, Director of Enrollment. “Our mission is rooted in preparing young people not just for graduation, but for a life of purpose and leadership. With the support of initiatives like the CHOOSE Act, more families can now experience the faith, excellence, and community that define McGill-Toolen.”
About McGill-Toolen Catholic High School
Founded in 1897 by brothers Arthur and Felix McGill, McGill Institute served as a free Catholic school for boys. In 1973, McGill Institute merged with Bishop Toolen High School, an all girls’ Catholic high school founded by Bishop Thomas J. Toolen. Today, McGill-Toolen Catholic is the only Catholic high school serving Mobile, AL. With a student body of 664, McGill-Toolen Catholic is a premier institution committed to academic excellence and faith-based education.
Mission: McGill-Toolen Catholic High School provides a college preparatory secondary education that enables individuals to grow in faith, to search for knowledge and truth in mind, body, and spirit, and continue building the kingdom of God on earth. By active involvement in the learning process, students are prepared for lives of Christian leadership and service.