St. Augustine's Holy Spirit Prayer

Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit,

that my work, too, may be holy. Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, that I love but what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, to defend all that is holy. Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit,

that I always may be holy.

Amen

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jennifer Taylor Memorial Scholarship - Applications Due Monday, April 27

To honor of the memory of Jennifer Taylor, a new scholarship has been established for graduating seniors of Charlotte Catholic High School. Funded by her family, friends, and all who were impacted by Jen’s dedication to students, this scholarship recognizes a senior who has been involved in the performing arts during high school and/or plans to pursue the performing arts in college—whether through coursework or extracurricular activities (including, but not limited to, musicals, plays, dance, or band).

The recipient of this award will demonstrate perseverance, school spirit, and a meaningful impact on the lives of others—often in quiet or understated ways. The selection committee will seek a student who embodies Jen’s spirit and shares her passion for the performing arts, dance, and the Charlotte Catholic community.

Seniors may apply (self-nominate) or be nominated by a fellow student or a Charlotte Catholic faculty member. All applications and nominations must be submitted using this form by Monday, April 27, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

To apply or nominate a qualified student for this award, please complete the Jennifer Taylor Memorial Scholarship application by Monday, April 27, 2026.

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.
• 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.
• Please note: Scholarship award amounts will not be published, but all scholarships reported will be listed in the graduation program.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!

**Today is the last day to submit scholarships for recognition in the Catholic Daily and the graduation program!**

PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR STUDENTS

Junior and Senior Prom | Saturday, April 25, 2026 | Fine Arts Center

Join us for a fun evening inspired by a Grecian summer night - Here We Go

Again with DJ/Casino Games/Photo Booths. Tickets are $45 per person

and may be purchased here.

If a student is bringing a guest from another school, it is his or her responsibility to make sure the guest meets the standards of this dress code. (Feel free to forward this message to them.) In addition, students must pick up a “guest form” from the dean of students’ office and return it by Thursday, April 23, 2026. The guest form requires a signature from the school administrator (of the guest), and no late forms will be accepted.


Questions? Please contact Mrs. Danser or Mr. Hoilett in the Dean of Students Office.

Verbesey Award Nominations

Juniors and Seniors: Please remember to nominate a faculty member for the 2026 Verbesey Award for Excellence in Education.  Please use this form to nominate by May 1.  

US Academy Day

There will be a United States Service Academy Day on Saturday, May 2, from 10 AM to 1 PM in the Charlotte Catholic Fine Arts Building. This will be hosted by NC US Congressional District #8. Come gather information about applying for congressional nominations. 

Learn about securing academy appointments from each academy's admissions staff to include the US Naval Academy, US Military Academy at West Point, US Air Force Academy, US Coast Guard Academy and the US Merchant Marine Academy.

PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR PARENTS

Gala 2027 Meeting

Planning is underway for the CCHS Gala 2027! If you would like to get involved and join us for a meeting on Monday, April 27, please reach out to Jane Carano.

AP Volunteers Needed: May 4-15, 2026

We're looking for parent volunteers to help keep our hallways quiet and orderly during AP testing - especially while non-testing students are transitioning between classes. Your presence helps create the calm, distraction-free environment our students need to do their best.

When: May 4-15, 2026

Morning shift: 8:00-11:30 AM

Afternoon shift: 12:00-3:00 PM

Link: AP Volunteer Sign Up Genius

Feel free to sign up for multiple shifts. It requires little but helps tremendously!

COUNSELING CORNER

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. 

Additional information and application are available on the CCHS website. Please reach out to Mrs. Clementi with any questions.

Congratulations to these seniors on their awarded scholarships!

John Michael Burley

Miami University RedHawk Excellence Scholarship

Miami University Prodesse Scholars Program Scholarship

University of South Carolina Dean's Scholarship

Adelina Campbell

Clemson University Merit Scholarship

Clemson University Palmetto Fellows Scholarship

Clemson University Palmetto Pact Scholarship

Chloe Chau

College of Charleston Merit Scholarship

College of Charleston Academic Scholarship

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Chancellor's Scholarship

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Tuition Scholarship

Chick-fil-A Remarkable Futures Scholarship

Jude Clarke

Franklin University Switzerland Leadership Award

The University of Tampa Presidential Merit Scholarship

Reese Dawson

Auburn University Academic Charter Scholarship

College of Charleston Merit Scholarship

University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship

Ben Denning

Clemson University Palmetto Pact Scholarship

Clemson University Palmetto Fellows Scholarship

Clemson University Roy C & Ann W Adams Scholarship

University of South Carolina Garnet Scholarship

Jake Dobur

Auburn University Academic Heritage Scholarship

Miami University RedHawk Excellence Scholarship

University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Merit Award

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Stella Franz

Syracuse University Orange Award

Karen Garrett

Auburn University Academic Charter Scholarship

University of Miami Canes Achievement Scholarship

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Texas Christian University Faculty Scholarship

Sadie Herbert

Marymount Manhattan College Theatre Incentive

Natalie Lennon

University of North Carolina at Greensboro Blue & Gold ScholarshipRoss Midura

Allegheny College Trustee Scholarship

College of Charleston Merit Scholarship

Loyola University Chicago Damen Scholarship

Loyola Marymount University Arrupe Scholarship

University of Oregon Apex Scholarship

Queens University of Charlotte Merit Scholarship

Rollins College Dean's Scholarship

University of San Francisco Scholarship

Southern Methodist University Aspire Scholar

Texas Christian University Founders' Scholarship

Ross Midura

Allegheny College Trustee Scholarship

College of Charleston Merit Scholarship

Loyola University Chicago Damen Scholarship

Loyola Marymount University Arrupe Scholarship

University of Oregon Apex Scholarship

Queens University of Charlotte Merit Scholarship

Rollins College Dean's Scholarship

University of San Francisco Scholarship

Southern Methodist University Aspire Scholar

Texas Christian University Founders' Scholarship

Lindsey Miller

University of Delaware Trustee Scholarship

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Carolina Spring Forward Scholarship

University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Excellence Award

Danika Morris

Appalachian State University Appalachian Excellence Scholarship

Kentucky Wesleyan College Academic Scholarship

Lees-McRae College Honors Scholarship

Lees-McRae College Pinnacle Scholarship

University of Lynchburg Hopwood Scholarship

University of Lynchburg Westover Honors Scholarship

Mars Hill University Presidential Scholarship

North Greenville University President's Scholarship

Wingate University Scholarship

Landon Payne

Chick-fil-A Remarkable Futures Scholarship

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.

**Please visit SCOIR to see a complete list of college visits.

Upcoming College Visits:

Mississippi State University: Tuesday, April 28th @ 9:00AM

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT & BOOSTER NEWS

Congratulations to the Men's tennis team on winning the

6A/7A Southern Carolina Conference Title!

Special congratulations to Will Kaufmann '26, Tyson Lucier '26, and Keaton McKinstry '27, on their selection to the All Conference Team--and to Coach Cabana on being selected as the Conference Coach of the Year.

At the conference tournament, Will Kaufmann was the singles champion, and Tyson Lucier '26 and Keaton McKinstry '27 finished as doubles runners-up. Well done to all.

Let's go, Cougars!

Will Kaufmann '26, Tyson Lucier '26, Keaton McKinstry '27, Ben Hicks '26, Jack Fiddes '28, and Sam Ciotolin '29 will compete in the Regional Tournament in Greensboro on Friday. Good luck to all.

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT & BOOSTER NEWS

CCHS Student Athlete Raffle - $15,645 - Red Machine is Rolling!

Our Thursday raffle winners are:

$25 Mother's Comfort Food gift card winners: Colin Weigman, Henry McClave, Amelia Stittsworth, Kristin van Kesteren and Simmons McDermott

Charlotte Hornets basketball signed by DELL CURRY - Andres Quintanilla

Thanks to ALL our sellers! 10 days left... Prizes next week include iPADS, LaMelo Ball signed basketball, spirit store gift cards, Thomas Davis signed football, All Sports Pass for the FAMILY....sign UP and SELL!

Register to sell and win prizes every day! Runs until Sunday, May 3.

CLASS OF 2026

Attention Seniors - Save the Date for the CCHS MACS Elementary Schools Senior Walks – Thursday, May 14 at 1:00 PM. Details and the sign up coming soon!

2026 Parents and Seniors

If your student will not be able to attend graduation week events, please send an email to Jennifer Jones at with specific events/dates they will be missing.

Pictures for Senior Graduation Video

Seniors and senior parents- please send in pictures of your student(s) and friends from kindergarten through current year! Pictures will be used to create a slideshow that will be shown to graduates at the Senior Awards Ceremony in May. Please email pictures to Class of 2026 Senior Video.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES & COMMUNITY EVENTS

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.

• Sunday, April 26 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Christ Church Charlotte
• The event is free, but advance registration is required.

Be a Buddy at Camp SOAR June 15-19 at the JCC!

Join the hundreds of CCHS students who, for the last 25 years, have experienced the joy of this Special Olympics Athletic Retreat. And Camp SOAR veterans - step up as a Group Leader or an LIT!! Register to volunteer through the 2026 Camp SOAR website. Questions? Contact Jeremy Kuhn.

The Penguin Project – Mentor Opportunity

The Penguin Project pairs peer mentors with young artists who have developmental or learning disabilities. Over three months, students build friendships, rehearse, and perform in a musical production.

This year, we are presenting Seussical Jr., and the program has grown so much that we now need additional mentors. We are especially looking for male mentors to help balance the team.

There is no cost to participate, and no theatre experience is needed—just a willingness to support and be a good friend.

Please visit the Theatre Charlotte website for more information. Questions can be directed to Dr. Maria Leahy or Penguin Project Artistic Director, Chris Timmons. and feel free to reach out with any questions or interest. Save the date to attend our performances on June 19-21.

Rosary: Sign up to pray the rosary for the Charlotte Catholic community

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.

Interested in becoming a Corporate Sponsor?

Visit our website for more information or contact Sally McArdle or Kerry Winslow.