The May Casey’s Public House Student of the Month is Mary O’Brien, who is a Senior at Marple Newtown High School (MNHS) and received a Certificate of Achievement and a $25 gift card from Casey’s Public House, our Sponsor of this program.
Mary loves many things, but there’s no doubt that basketball and school are near the top of that list. Basketball has been a huge part of Mary’s life since she was very young. Her accolades include being the starting MNHS Varsity Point Guard for four years, Varsity Captain for two seasons, earning an Honorable Mention in the Central League in 2021and 2022, Central League Second Team in 2023 and All Delco Honorable Mention in 2022. She has also played for the Comets AAU Tournament Team, Fall MNHS basketball and the MNSA Travel Soccer Team. In addition to basketball, Mary has played soccer and lacrosse at MNHS as well.
As a senior at MNHS, Mary is an Honor Roll student and is also a member of the Student Council, Spanish Club, Tiger Guides, Sign Language Club and Mini Thon Club. She and her family are members of St. Anastasia Catholic Church, where she attends Mass.
Mary works hard at everything she does, including babysitting, basketball refereeing at Ellis Preserve and waitressing at Fresco Restaurant in Newtown Square. Next year Mary will attend Temple University, where she’ll major in Nursing. She hopes to eventually become a nurse anesthetist to continue her ongoing goal to help others.
Thank you for sharing your story and accomplishments with us at Newtown Square and Marple Friends & Neighbors magazines, Mary. We’re proud to call you one of our own!
Nominate the Next Student of the Month!
Any grade 7–12 student who resides within the borders of the Marple Newtown School District (no matter what school they attend, or if they are homeschooled) may be nominated by a parent, teacher or other adult who submits in writing some ways the student demonstrates Excellence in Service to friendship, school or other local communities. Academic or athletic excellence is not required. Email your nomination to LJeffries@ BestVersionMedia.com. The selected nominee will be featured in a future issue and will also receive a Certificate of Achievement and a $25 Casey’s Public House gift card.