AN ADVENT PRAYER
God of power and mercy, open our hearts in welcome. Remove the things that hinder us from receiving Christ with joy so that we may share His wisdom and become one with Him when He comes in glory, for He lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.
- Xavier University
SPIRIT SHOP SALE
The North Catholic Spirit Shop will be open for students during the last 20 minutes of each lunch period this Wednesday, December 15. Students will be dismissed during their lunch to purchase Spirit Wear items if they so choose. 
 
Parents: If you are interested in purchasing Spirit Wear items that day, you are welcome to come visit the Spirit Shop any time between 11am and 1pm.
 
Due to the limited availability of items and quantities, please review the chart to see which items and quantities will be available in-house. Some of these items/sizes may sell out. 
 
Please note that there will be no refunds or exchanges after purchase. All sales are final. Cash, credit, and checks will be accepted. 
 
As always, you can purchase these items and more on our 24/7 online store at: http://northcatholic.itemorder.com/sale
 
If you have any questions, contact Aaron Kelly, at akelly@northcatholic.org
CHRISTMAS DAY ZERO - DECEMBER 21
Christmas Day Zero is a day filled with activities, prizes, a prayer service and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament with no academic class time. Students are expected to be in their homerooms by 7:58 am. Late Students will be admitted into the building until 8:30am. After 8:30am, students will not be admitted into the building.
The dress code is normal NC Spirit wear, but students are also allowed to wear a Christmas shirt and hat if they desire.
Lunch will be available to buy.
We ask parents to refrain from requesting early dismissals on this day.
If you have questions or need additional information, please reach out to Mr. Summers.
FROM THE OFFICE OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT
PHEAA Is offering two great webinars on College Financing next week: 
  • 12/14, 6:30pm: Covering the Gap – Pieces of the Puzzle to Help Pay Your Education Bill
  • 12/16, 12pm: Understanding the Financial Aid Offer and Balances

Sign up to participate by clicking on this link.

Attention Class of '22!
Members of the class of 2022 who submit their ePortfolio for review by December 22nd are eligible for a gift card drawing and consideration for 2 $500 scholarships. Students were given instructions about requirements and how to submit for review during extended advisory on November 11. Students should submit their ePortfolio for review using the Survey task assigned to them in Naviance. Good luck!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Coltz.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Kairos 3 - February 10th-13th, 2022



I’m happy to announce that we will continue the tradition of the overnight Kairos Retreat to our upperclassmen this school year! On February 10th-13th, 2022, a group of students, led by the North Catholic Campus Ministry Team, will offer a Kairos Retreat, held at the Christ Our Shepherd Retreat Center in Greensburg. I ask that you please encourage your son or daughter to consider joining us for this momentous event, where we will have the opportunity to grow closer in relationship to Jesus Christ and His Church. 

From my own personal experience, I can attest that some of my most cherished memories from high school are those retreat experiences with my friends, where I was able to form meaningful and lasting relationship with my peers, and come to know Christ in a more personal way. I am absolutely certain that our Kairos retreat this year will be just as an extraordinary opportunity for your student! 

You can register your student for our February retreat here! After you register, you will receive a confirmation email and a reminder that there is a parent meeting at 5:30pm on January 13th in the auditorium. Please take a moment to discuss this event with your son or daughter, and encourage them to join us. Space is very limited, so don't hesitate!

In Christ, through Mary,

Director of Campus Ministry
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT NORTH
12/16: Activity Period
12/17-12/19: Fall Play "Closed for the Holidays"
12/21: Christmas Day Zero
SUPPORTING NC
AMAZON SMILE
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Thank you for your support.
SUPPORT OUR BOOSTERS
We are happy to share information on upcoming Booster Fundraisers here. Please note that events will be included only 2-3 weeks prior to the event date. Information should be emailed to office@northcatholic.org by Thursdays at 3pm in .pdf or .jpg format.
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