Dear Cougar Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

As principal of Gross Catholic High School, it is my honor to welcome everyone back to another great year. To say that I am excited to have students back in our classrooms and filling the hallways is an understatement. School starts back next week and below is the schedule:

• Monday- Freshmen only from 7:40-3:00
• Tuesday- Freshmen and Transfers from 7:40-1:00
• Wednesday- All Students from 7:40-1:00
• Thursday- Regular Day
• Friday- Regular Day

Wednesday next week will be an Orange and Blue Day, as it is also our fall pep rally. Please remember that leggings, ripped jeans and middrifts are not acceptable. The only shorts permitted are uniform shorts. The primary color of your top should be either blue, orange or white.



It is truly a privilege to serve as principal of Gross Catholic and be a part of a community where parents, teachers and students care for each other. We all work together to build positive relationships that support academic success and social growth. We hope you had a great summer and look forward to starting the 2025-2026 school year with enthusiasm and excitement. 

Ms. Abbott

Principal 

Office Notes

Regular Lunch Vendor Schedule

-Monday - Donohue's $6 (cash only)

-Tuesday - Donohue's $6 (cash only)

-Wednesday - Donohue's $6 (cash only)

-Thursday - Valentinos $6 (cash only)

-Friday - Chick-fil-A $6 (cash or venmo accepted - students will need to pre order by end of lunches on Tuesday ) 

Textbook Ordering:

As the new school year approaches, Gross Catholic High School students and their families need to prepare for the upcoming textbook requirements. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of ordering the necessary textbooks and materials.

Dress Code for 2025-26 School Year:

• Polos: Only solid white or royal long or short-sleeved polos are permitted. 
• No colored or printed t-shirt may be visible under the uniform polo. 
• ¼ Zip Tops: Students may wear solid-colored navy, royal, gray, or black ¼ zips with a Gross Catholic logo on the upper left chest. These must be purchased from the Spirit Store. 
• Students need not wear a polo with a ¼ zip; however, a visible white, royal, gray, black, or navy t-shirt must be worn with the ¼ zip. 
• No other cardigans, sweaters, hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, jackets, etc. are permitted. 
• Uniform shorts/skirts: All shorts/skirts, regardless of the gender of the student, must be ¾ of the 18 distance from your hip bone to your knee.
• All shorts must be khaki. 
• Shorts can be purchased through stores such as Old Navy, Kohls, etc.
• Skirts are a blue plaid. Sophomores, juniors and seniors may wear their khaki skorts for the 25-26 school year as a transitional year. Freshmen are permitted to ONLY wear plaid. 
• Skirts are purchased at DiGiorgio's. 
• Uniform pants: All pants must be khaki in color and can be purchased from Old Navy, Kohls, etc. 
• Students may not wear cargo style, corduroy, athletic, bell bottom, denim, wind, jegging, or skinny-style pants.

Campus Ministry

Monday, August 18th we gather in community for Freshman Retreat. This year’s theme will focus on the pillars of our Marianist charism and how those pillars fit into your life here at school and beyond.

What to wear: Jeans or sweats (no athletic shorts, leggings or ripped jeans) and a school appropriate shirt (no tank tops, mid-drifts, obscene or offensive messages,

etc).

What to bring: A refillable water bottle. Snacks (mini muffins and yogurt in the morning; ice cream sandwiches in the afternoon) and lunch (beef walking tacos, orange slices, Rice Krispie) are all provided (if your child has a special diet, please provide a sack lunch). Even though this is the first day of school, please do not bring school books, backpacks, computers, etc.

What time: Retreat begins at 7:40 sharp in the Commons. Please report to the Commons by 7:35 to find your group and nametag. Retreat is over at 3:00.

Where do we go: Retreat will take place at Gross Catholic.

What will we do: Pray and talk as a community; play games and run around (dress for crazy activities); grow in our faith and respect for one another.

Please remember that your participation in retreat is mandatory.

If you have any questions, please email msweetmon@gcgmail.org

Parents. Please make note of the following upcoming Campus Ministry dates:

1. Friday, September 12 - Mission Day. Your student's participation in this day is a Marianist Mission Hour requirement.

2. Friday, September 12 - Grandparents' Day Mass at 11 AM.

3. Tues-Thurs, November 11-13 - Sophomore Retreats. Your Sophomore will be assigned ONE day of retreat.

4. Tuesday, January 27 - Catholic Schools Week Parents' Lunch. Join your student for lunch this day.

5. Wednesday, January 28 - Senior Retreat.

Juniors! A life with Christ is a wonderful adventure, and your upcoming retreat will provide you time to reflect on faith, fear, and Christian leadership. Please mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 9th. Your retreat will take place at Fontenelle Forest from 7:40 AM-3:00 PM. 

All-school theme: Year 1 – “Be who God meant you to be, and you will set the world on fire.” ― St. Catherine of Siena (St. Michael the Archangel – Middleton)

Over the course of 4 years, Campus Ministry’s goal is to lead students, faculty, and staff through an intense and practical study of each of the school’s House patron saints.  

This year’s theme is Set the World on Fire, inspired by St. Michael the Archangel (Middleton House patron saint). As a school, we work to see ourselves and others as beloved children of God. With this understanding, we will reflect on who God has created us to be and how He can direct our path in life. Throughout the year, we will look to St. Michael and King David as models of people who used their God-given talents to optimize their potential for the defense of the defenseless and the building up of the Kingdom of God. Study and reflection will guide this year’s action project: a greater respect for and understanding of the dignity of all human life, from conception until natural death. (prolife, prayer/discernment, recognizing our gifts and talents)

Marianist Moments Newsletter

The Marianist Integration Team would like to warmly welcome all of our families to the 2025-2026 school year! Marianist Moments is a publication found monthly in the Parent Paws. This newsletter invites the Gross Catholic Community to engage in our shared faith in Jesus Christ and to behold Mary as an example of perfect discipleship.  

Counselor's Corner

Athletic and Activities Updates

G.C. Theatre Announcements

Gross Catholic Booster Club

Join the Booster Club!

Did you know that over the past 9 years, the Gross Catholic Booster Club has awarded more than $156K to student groups and athletics? Purchasing a $50 raffle ticket not only qualifies you for more than 40 cash prizes ($50-$1000), but your purchase supports our students! You, PERSONALLY, support students when you purchase your raffle ticket or join the GC Booster Club. Please spread the word to friends and family about this Cougarific opportunity!

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