CAVALIER NEWSLETTER

October 31, 2025

At John Carroll Catholic High School, we educate young men and women in a welcoming Catholic environment that promotes academic excellence, nurtures holistic integrity, and inspires Christ-like servant leadership.

CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS

IMPORTANT DATES:

Veterans' Appreciation Assembly - Wednesday, November 5 (9:15am)

Cavalier Preview Day - Sunday, November 9 (1pm-3pm)

First Friday - Friday, November 7

Fall Choir Concert - Sunday, November 9 (3:30pm)

Cavalier Blood Drive - Tuesday, November 11 (9am-2pm)

Praise and Worship Night - Wednesday, November 12 (6:30pm-8pm)

Coffee with the Principal - Friday, November 14 (7:30am)

Fall Play - Friday, November 14 - Monday, November 17

Super Jazz - Sunday, November 23 (3pm)

Thanksgiving Break - Monday, November 24 - Friday, November 28

Giving Tuesday - Tuesday, December 2

Late Start Wednesday Dates for November:

Wednesday, November 12 (9:05am)

Wednesday, November 19 (9:05am)

Buses will run at regular times
Cafeteria will be open for breakfast
Student drop-off at regular time is available (Commons)

All information regarding late starts, events, special dates, meetings, etc. is accessible 24/7 on the JCCHS Google Calendar.

Follow the link below for a PRINTABLE version of the

2025-2026 Monthly Calendar!

CALENDAR

IMPORTANT DATE CHANGE: Please note a change to the calendar above. Baccaluareate Mass and Graduation for the Class of 2026 has been moved to Sunday, May 17.

SOS BUTTON (SUGGESTIONS OR SUPPORT)

We value your suggestions and we want to make sure you receive the help and support you need.

Please use the SOS Button below to submit a Suggestion or to request Support. Your suggestion or support request will be funneled to the appropriate member of our team for follow up.

As always, thank you for all you do to help make John Carroll a great experience!

Ronald Steele, Principal

SOS

NEWS AND INFORMATION

CALLING ALL VETERANS!

All parents, grandparents, and family members of current students at John Carroll Catholic High School who are veterans, along with their spouse or a guest, are cordially invited to our special Veterans Appreciation Day Assembly!

We are excited to honor you on Wednesday, November 5, at 9:15 a.m. in the JCCHS gym! Please complete the form below and join us in celebrating this meaningful occasion.

Don't forget to RSVP by Sunday, November 2.

RSVP

TEXT A FRIEND AND HELP US CONTINUE TO GROW OUR COMMUNITY!

Save this text message to your phone and share with friends and family members who would benefit from learning more about JCCHS at Cavalier Preview Day 2025!

NEW CLASS AVAILABLE IN JANUARY 2026:

JCCHS Sports Broadcasting

Course Description:

Sports Broadcasting (2026) - Students will learn how to operate cameras for live stream, run and program the Daktronics board, operate and run lights and sound, keep score, produce scripts and rundowns, create graphics, and edit videos, all for running a live sporting event at John Carroll's brand new Athletic Facility that features the biggest Jumbotron in the state! Sports planning to be covered in the future: Football, Flag Football, Soccer, and Track and Field. These are valuable skills you will be learning that could lead to a fantastic career in Sports Media and Broadcasting!

Who can take the class?

Current 9th, 10th and 11th grade students

When will the class begin?

January 2026

What will students learn?

Graphic Design and Video Editing Basics - Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere Pro
Creating and managing content (Static and Video files)
Setting up a script or rundown for live sporting events
How to program and operate the Daktronics board for live sporting events
How to operate the LED lighting effects on the field during games
Plus much more...

How do I learn more and sign up?

Use the QR Code or follow THIS LINK!

Questions? Contact Mr. Joey Plaia at jplaia@jcchs.org

ALL SOULS' DAY

On All Souls’ Day (Sunday, November 2), the John Carroll Catholic High School community will remember our fellow alumni and faculty who have passed away.

We welcome you to attend our upcoming Thursday school Mass: November 6th (9:10am-10:15 am). No matter how long it’s been since you’ve visited, we would love to join you in prayer and fellowship.

Did you know? You can dedicate a gift in honor of, or in memory of, a loved one. A gift in any amount to the John Carroll Catholic High School Annual Fund supports educational costs for families who would not otherwise be able to send their students to John Carroll.

Follow the link below to make your gift in honor of a loved one, classmate, or former teacher.

GIVE TODAY

You can include a Special Note when you make a donation in someone’s honor or memory. These will be included in the next Carrollife Magazine “In Memoriam” section.

For your prayerful reflection, the names of those departed in 2025 are attached HERE .

May God’s eternal love and mercy,

and our hope in the resurrection,

bring comfort to all families and friends of the departed.

Amen

Prospective students and their families (grades 5th-11th) are invited to learn more about the John Carroll Catholic High School experience!

Follow the link below to register to attend

(registration recommended but not required).

John Carroll educates young men and women in a welcoming, Catholic environment that fosters academic excellence, nurtures holistic integrity, and inspires Christ-like servant leadership.

DONATE TODAY!

CARROLLIGHTS GALA COMMITTEE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Parents, it’s time to get to work on the PTO Gala - Carrollights! Please sign up to volunteer for the Carrollights Gala Committee and serve JCCHS.

Feel free to sign up for more than one position.
Feel free to sign up your spouse (preferably with their permission).

There will have committee meetings but if you can't attend no worries - we can still work with you to assign an individual task.

VOLUNTEER

WEBSITE RESOURCES: Quicklinks

For your convenience, 'Quicklinks', has been added to the top navigation bar of the JCCHS website! It includes links to all the most often visited pages on the website:

Morning Bus Service
Lunch Account Information
NHS Tutoring Signup
School Calendars
Student Handbook
and more!

JCCHS

APPLY TODAY!

PRAYER REQUESTS

COMMUNITY PRAYER REQUESTS

Use the form to submit your prayer requests for our Thursday Masses and for our time in the chapel.

Praying together as a school community for these petitions builds solidarity, demonstrates love, and encourages us to look outward.

ATHLETICS NEWS

CONGRATULATIONS KAYLYNN!

Kaylynn Nutter has made history as the first John Carroll flag football player to earn a college scholarship for the sport. After receiving five offers, she announced her college decision tonight during halftime of her Senior Night at John Carroll.

Kaylynn has been playing flag football since eighth grade and would like to express her gratitude — first and foremost to our Heavenly Father, to the NFL for introducing this amazing sport to high school girls, to all her coaches, and to the college coaches who have given her the incredible opportunity to continue her flag football career at the next level.

CAVALIER YARD SIGNS

(WINTER SPORTS/ACTIVITIES)

The JC Cheer Program has opened up the orders for custom winter activity Cavalier yard signs* to show your John Carroll pride! Proceeds will benefit fan engagement initiatives.

Orders are open now through Monday, October 20th:

CLICK HERE TO ORDER TODAY!

If you are ordering more than one sign, please fill out a separate form for each order. Once the order is placed on October 21st, the signs should be delivered to the school within about 2 weeks. You will receive an email notification when signs are available for pick-up.

Click Here to see Mock-Up Options

*This round will be for winter sports/activities. Be on the lookout in February for an email with the spring sports order form!

Thank you so much for your support! Email cheer@jcchs.org with any questions. Go Cavs!

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JOHN CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

300 Lakeshore Parkway

Birmingham, AL 35209

www.jcchs.org

205-940-2400