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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | | | |
The Prayer to St. Joseph
Great St. Joseph, to whose will the Savior subjected himself,
obtain for me the grace to subject myself in all things to the will of God.
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Remembering Jennifer Taylor '96
Mr. Telford sent an email on Monday, March 16, sharing information about Mrs. Taylor’s funeral. The funeral Mass for Mrs. Taylor is at 1:45 PM on Friday, March 20 at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Charlotte Catholic High School will dismiss at 11:00 AM this Friday so that students and faculty may attend the service. The buses will pick up from CCHS at 11:00 AM that day.
In honor of Jen and her battle against breast cancer, please wear pink to the service.
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Course Registration
The Counseling Department will begin individual course registration meetings this week.
- Counselors will meet with all 11th graders on March 19 and 20 to review teacher recommendations and select courses for senior year.
- Meetings with 9th and 10th graders will take place next week.
Students should come prepared having reviewed the curriculum guide and bring their course registration worksheet fully completed to ensure a smooth and efficient registration process.
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Squeeze the Day Lemonade Stand | March 24 from 10:00–11:00 AM
Our last walk and talk morphed into something really special… students lit up over a cup of lemonade, a kind message, and a quick moment of connection. It was such a great reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures make the biggest impact.
We’re looking for volunteers to help:
• Serve lemonade
• Hand out cups with positive messages
• Share pins, candy, and small kindness tokens
• Simply show up with a smile and help create a fun, welcoming vibe
Please sign up here if you can help.
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Student Tickets for The Wizard of Oz
The CCHS spring musical, The Wizard of Oz, runs from March 25-28. Students with activity passes that want to receive their free ticket to the musical should email Mr. Marcus Riter.
Additional tickets to the musical are available to purchase on the CCHS website.
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Grief Support Available
As our community begins to process the loss of Jennifer Taylor, we recognize that grief can affect people in different ways and on different timelines. The school counselors are available to provide support, listen, and meet with any student who may need a safe space to process their feelings. Students and families who feel they may need additional support are encouraged to seek out resources that may be helpful during this time, including speaking with a member of our Campus Ministry team for prayer, conversation, or spiritual guidance.
One local option is the grief counseling program offered by VIA Health Partners. Their counselors provide individual counseling, grief support groups, and educational programs for children, teens, and adults who are navigating the loss of a loved one. All of their services are free of charge. More information can be found at: https://www.hpccr.org/grief-counseling or by calling 704-375-0100.
Another resource is KinderMourn, which provides grief support groups, counseling, and educational programs for children and families who are navigating the loss of a loved one. More information can be found: https://www.kindermourn.org/
For families or students who would like help identifying other resources or support options, please feel free to reach out to a member of the counseling department.
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Charlotte Catholic Service Award
In response to the national pause of the Presidential Volunteer Service Award program, Charlotte Catholic High School is proud to introduce the Charlotte Catholic Service Award. This award recognizes students who demonstrate a meaningful commitment to serving others through volunteer work in their communities. Rooted in our school’s mission of faith and service, the Charlotte Catholic Service Award celebrates the generosity, leadership, and compassion of our students while continuing the tradition of honoring significant service hours and community impact.
Please reach out to Mrs. Clementi with any questions.
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Charlotte Catholic Capital Campaign Musical Reception
Join Head of School, Kurt Telford, and the Campaign Leadership at a wine and cheese reception* before the Wizard of Oz musical to learn more about the Grounded in Tradition, Focused on the Future Capital Campaign for Charlotte Catholic High School.
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CCHS Advisory Council Meeting
Please join us for the annual open meeting of the CCHS Advisory Council Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the CCHS Library. Please RSVP and submit any questions in advance.
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Important Carpool Reminder
Parents: Please do not drop off, pick up, or wait for your student in the Wells Fargo parking lot next to campus. This lot is private property, and the bank has notified us that this has become an ongoing issue. Recently, a Loomis armored truck was blocked and unable to complete its scheduled route, which required a formal report due to federal security protocols.
Thank you for helping us be good neighbors. Please refer to our carpool guidelines for approved drop-off and pick-up procedures.
| | Congratulations to these seniors on their awarded scholarships! | | |
Ben Bordeaux
Queens University of Charlotte Athletic Scholarship for Baseball
Queens University of Charlotte University Scholarship
Evelyn Grady
Verto Education Scholars Award
Sadie Herbert
American University Dean's Scholarship
University College Dublin International Student Scholarship
Elon University Presidential Scholarship
Marymount Manhattan College Dean's Scholarship
Marymount Manhattan College Theatre Arts Scholarship
Virginia Tech Jenkins M. Robertson Scholarship
Virginia Tech Scholars Nonresident Scholarship
Kason Herzberg
Coastal Carolina University Teal Scholar Merit Award
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Ashlyn Klaus
American University Dean's Scholarship
American University Trustee Award
College of Charleston Academic Scholarship
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
University of Connecticut UConn Award
University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship
Paige Lewis
University of Connecticut UConn Award
Kelly-Emmanuel Pierre
Stony Brook University Presidential Scholarship
Graham Roberts
Auburn University True Blue Scholarship
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
University of Rhode Island Presidential Scholarship
Ben Williams
Indiana University National Excellence Scholarship
University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship
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CCHS Class of 2026 - Scholarship Reporting Form
Seniors, we want to celebrate your success!
If you’ve been awarded a merit or athletic scholarship from a college or outside organization, please report it using the Scholarship Reporting Form.
- To be recognized, your award letter must include your name and the scholarship amount. Upload one letter per submission.
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Important: Be sure to save a copy of your award letter before notifying a college that you will not attend—once your portal access ends, you may lose that information.
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Please note: Scholarship award amounts will not be published, but all scholarships reported will be listed in the graduation program.
- Don’t wait—submit scholarships as soon as you receive them so we can celebrate your achievements all year long!
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Spring College Visit Reminders
As we begin hosting spring college representative visits, please keep the following in mind:
- Visits are intended for juniors and sophomores. Seniors should attend only if they are seriously considering that school.
- Register in SCOIR by the day before the visit. Bring a screenshot of your registration signed by your teacher as your entry pass.
- Attendance is at the teacher's discretion. Students may not attend if they have a test or quiz and are responsible for any missed work.
- If you can no longer attend, cancel your RSVP promptly so colleges have an accurate headcount.
- Come prepared, be respectful, and bring thoughtful questions-this is your chance to make a great impression.
Upcoming College Visits:
Marquette University - Friday, March 20th @ 9:00AM
**Please visit SCOIR to see a complete list of college visits.
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We are proud to announce the following Charlotte Catholic students have been invited to attend North Carolina Governor’s School 2026:
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Sophia DeCarlo: Instrumental Music, Clarinet
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Virginia Gaston: Natural Science
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Anna Miller: Instrumental Music, Trumpet
The North Carolina Governor’s School is a four-week summer residential program for gifted and talented high school students. It offers an immersive experience in academics, the arts, and unique courses on two campuses. Students explore the latest ideas in their disciplines in a learning environment free of grades or tests. Selection is highly competitive, with students nominated by their school or district.
Congratulations to Virginia, Sophia, and Anna on this incredible achievement!
| ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT & BOOSTER NEWS | | |
Heart of a Champion Day
Atrium Health is offering free high school sports physicals for CCHS student-athletes entering grades 9-12.
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Class of 2026 Scholarship Opportunities
Current CCHS seniors are encouraged to explore available scholarship opportunities listed on the Scholarship Opportunities page on the CCHS website. Specific requirements and deadlines are listed under each scholarship.
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Inclusion Rocks Music Festival is coming to CCHS on Saturday, March 21 (National Down Syndrome Day) from 1:00–7:00 PM! Enjoy live music, carnival games, a supervised ninja course, food trucks, beverages, and more while supporting Catholic students in the Options Program and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Many of the performing bands include CCHS alumni and longtime supporters of the program. All proceeds help Inclusion Rocks provide grants to our Catholic schools.
This is also a great volunteer opportunity at CCHS, with about 36 volunteers needed.
Volunteer roles include:
• Carnival games (open to volunteers under age 20; volunteer hours available)
• Beer and wine service (ages 21+)
Students: please sign up using the Google Form.
Adults (21+): please email Dr. Leahy at mmleahy@charlottecatholic.org to volunteer.
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Being Human: Conversations About Teen Mental Health
This collaborative event, sponsored by the Live Like Bryant Foundation, brings teens and caregivers together to learn, ask questions, and build tools for resilience.
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CCHS Mission
Grounded in community, Charlotte Catholic High School forms virtuous servant leaders, united in Christ, through a Catholic education of the mind, body, and soul.
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