Habitat for Humanity
The Donovan Catholic Habitat for Humanity Chapter’s Executive Board Members went out today to build walls for a house that is going to be assembled in Berkeley Township.
Director of Vocations ~ Father Christopher Colavito
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The Story of Patrick Peyton ~ PRAY
Our student body along with SJGS 7th & 8th graders viewed the movie "PRAY". We learned of the incredible life of Father Patrick Peyton who encouraged millions to live by the motto: "The family that prays together stays together." Now, more than ever our world is in need of the healing power of prayer.
CAC
Bishop O'Connell enjoyed meeting students from the various high schools during the Catholic Athletes for Christ Mass and gathering. Here the Bishop poses for a photo with the students from Donovan Catholic High School, Toms River.
Thank you, Mr. Oliver and Mrs. Cummings! Go Griffins!
Meet The Teachers
Parents, take this opportunity to experience your child's academic schedule.
Principal's Breakfast
Today we recognized the achievement of our students that received Principal’s Honor Roll for the 22-23 school year. We honored the Class of 2024, Class of 2025 and the Class of 2026. Mrs. Kelly explained that excellence means trying your best and putting in the extra effort will make all the difference. Congratulations!
Extraordinary Ministers
Seniors Matthew Abatemarco and Gia Cagnano were mandated as Extaordinary Ministers of the Eucharist at today's Opening School liturgy. Congratulations! Way to make Donovan Proud.
Student Council Exec. Board Inductions
The Student Council Executive Board was inducted at the Opening School Liturgy and promised to lead by example, execute their office, promote the Griffin Spirit within the community, and live the mission of Donovan Catholic High School. The Donovan Catholic student body, faculty, staff and family members were in attendance. Congratulations!
President: James Kopack '24, Vice President Caroline Felser '24, Treasurer Madison Jacques '24, Recording Secretary Bradyn Meara '24, Corresponding Secretary Jayden Gialenella '25, Historian Isabella Chiaravallo '23, and Media Correspondent Brielle Roche '24.
Cafeteria Renovation
This video was produced and directed by the students of Donovan Catholic.
Club Fair
The Student Life Department hosted a club fair for new and returning students. Clubs demonstrated the opportunities of our vibrant campus through academics, service, athletic, and extracurricular activities offered at Donovan Catholic.
Freshman Orientation
Soccer Camp
Fantastic week at soccer camp. The campers enjoyed the beautiful weather while improving on various skills to help improve on their game. On the last day of camp, the campers competed in competitions. In these competitions they were able to apply what they learned during the week. Thank you to all of the campers who attended soccer camp.
Knitting Camp
Day 1: Knitting Camp was a huge success! 
The girls learned the basic technique for chunky knitting - no needles required! They each made a tote bag and we used the left over yarn to craft scarves!
Day 2: The girls started making they chunky knit blankets, they came out so cute and so cozy!
Day 3: The girls finished their blankets and got really creative - look at this DUCK one of the students worked on!
Basketball Camp
Boys Griffin Game Camp this week emphasized on team play, game situations and sportsmanship. Join us August 7-10 for another amazing basketball game camp.
Next week, July 31 - August 3rd we will be focused on FUN, FUNDAMENTALS and SPORTSMANSHIP for girls & boys grades 1-4. Come join us.
Pottery Camp
Mrs. Stichter is all set up for this weeks Pottery Camp ! She can’t wait to meet the "potters".
Stay tuned for more updates on our potters work.
Volleyball Summer Camp
Little Chef's Summer Camp
DAY 1
We welcomed our ”Little Chef’s” this morning and jumped right into making our Pancake Muffins! Some added cinnamon and others added chocolate chips! As they said… “It was DELICIOUS”.
Fr. Scott stopped by to meet all our chef’s! He really liked our Under the Sea Jello dessert! The lunch sandwich pinwheels were a big hit! Can’t wait to see what the rest of the week brings!
Stay tuned for more pics.
Enjoy photos of Day 1 of our camp Our future Chefs of America….and it all started at Donovan Catholic’s Summer Camp.
DAY 2
Day 2 of our "Little Chef Camp" was EGG-cellent! Breakfast was once again delicious! Not a crumb was left. Now every chef needs a trivet in their kitchen and our campers worked hard creating their personal masterpieces! Granola, blueberries, strawberries and yogurt made for a delicious parfait snack . These chefs were amazing today! Did you know it’s Taco Tuesday and our little chefs made Walking Tacos! No Mess….and they ate it all. Who needs plain tacos when you can have a taco in a bag! Day 2 is a wrap. Check out our complete Day 2 photo gallery.
Enjoy reminiscing about the day with your Chef! See you tomorrow.DAY 3
As Day 3 began we awaited our campers so we can begin our day with our French toast breakfast! We are 1/2 way through camp and the French toast was yummy . So many of our campers LOVE breakfast!
Our chefs were in their element today with a personal tour of our very own Donovan Catholic kitchen. They learned about the equipment used in an industrial kitchen. How many chefs can we fit in the Walk In? It was a lot of fun but boy were we cold We ended the morning in our high school cafeteria!
Our chefs channeled a taste of Italy today at lunch as they created their personal pizzas. Thank you to the Boemio Family of Atillio's Pizza for all our pizza ingredients . Everyone enjoyed and brought home their leftovers for later!
Our little chefs are so excited with everything they are learning, they have already started cooking at home! Chef Ben brought us in one of his masterpieces this morning, Egg Bites! Mom said he is loving every second of camp and wants to open his own restaurant when he grows up! Thank you so much Chef Ben, we can’t wait to taste your creation! Tomorrow is the last day of camp and we have a lot of surprises for our campers.
Enjoy our Day 3 Photo Gallery.
Day 4
It was our last day of camp and our chefs were off to a great start this morning. They even made Breakfast Quesadillas for our office staff. Yummy! AND they had a visit from Mrs. DeBlasio, our campus minister.
Our little chefs are so excited with everything they are learning, they have already started cooking at home! We couldn't believe this was our last day together. This week flew by with all our cooking, learning & loads of fun! Nothing but smiles & tons of giggles, makes our hearts happy.
We were so busy making our cookbooks Stromboli and cheesecake that we forgot to post on our Facebook page. So enjoy our Day 4 Photo Gallery. We will miss our Little Chefs but looking forward to our next adventure…… stay tuned for more information on our monthly after school Little Chefs cooking classes!