March is the month of St. Joseph

Remember, O most pure spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, my great protector, Saint Joseph, that no one ever had recourse to your protection, or implored your aid without obtaining relief. Confiding therefore in your goodness, I come before you. Do not turn down my petitions, foster father of the Redeemer, but graciously receive them. Amen.

Our Lady of Mercy and St. Joseph pray for us.

New Announcements

Reminder: Attention all Dads! Please join us for the 3rd Annual Dads' Mass March 20 at 8:00 AM, followed by coffee and social. Click here to let us know you'll be joining us: 2023 Dads' Mass

Collection Continues this week! Freedom School Club is collecting new and gently used books for grades K - 8th Graders Monday March 13 - Friday March 17. Please look through your books shelves for donations and drop off to Charlotte Catholic. The book drive benefits at risk children who attend Freedom School Partners' six week summer enrichment program. At the end of the program each child will bring home donated books that have been used in their class room. Contact Mrs. Winters [email protected] for more information.

Previous Announcements for Students

Charlotte Catholic is hosting a talent show on April 28!

• There will be a meeting during break on Thursday, March 16 in the Black Box Theater.
• Auditions are on Tuesday, April 4. All grades are welcome to audition! 
• Questions can be directed to Marcus Riter [email protected] or Mark Zwieback

Rock Your Socks Day! World Down Syndrome Day is Tuesday, March 21, 2023! On this day, people are encouraged to wear mismatched socks on each foot, mainly in blue and yellow, to raise awareness for Down Syndrome. Sock Club Custom has donated 800 pairs of blue and yellow mismatched socks, and we are selling them for $5.00 for students to wear to school on March 21 with their uniforms.  All monies collected will be donated to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte. We want to thank Sock Club Custom for their generous donation!

• To purchase socks, click on the link to Purchase socks. 
• To make a direct donation to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte, click on the link Donate to Rock Your Socks.

Senior Banners: Fall and Winter sport banners are available for pick up from the Spirit Store on Tuesday and Thursday during break and lunch. Please stop by to collect your senior banner this week. Questions? [email protected]

Hawaiian Shirts have arrived! if you pre ordered a fun floral shirt in December, please have your student visit  the Spirit Store on Tuesday or Thursday during break or lunch to collect the order. They look great! if you missed the pre order in December and would like one, there will another pre order window available shortly. Read the Daily for follow up details. Questions? [email protected]

CCHS Scholarships for Graduating Seniors in the Class of 2023 Nominations and Applications are now open.

• All are due Thursday, March 31. Nominators and those applying use this link: https://charlottecatholic.awardsplatform.com/
• Questions? Please contact Mrs. Tesch in the Counseling Office ([email protected]) 
• If you do not have an account, you will need to create one. 
• To start a new entry, go to application, then choose application you are nominating or applying for.
• Application can be saved as it is filled out. Please submit only when application is complete.
• See each application for more details.

Senior Athletes: Our spring Signing Day ceremony will be held Wednesday, April 19. Please fill out the following google form to be included Signing Day. Questions? Please reach out to Jaime Graham (Athletic Boosters) [email protected]

Previous Announcements for Parents

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is March 20-24. The PTO needs your help:

• $25 gift cards. Please consider donating one as it is our goal to be able to give one to each of our 130+ faculty and staff members. Details and sign up here: Gift card sign up
• Wednesday, March 22 - Faculty Prayer Breakfast: Kick off the Faculty and staff day with a variety of delicious breakfast items. Please consider signing up to bring in some special items. Details and sign up here: Breakfast Sign up
• Thank you for helping us show our appreciation to our wonderful teachers and staff!

Sister Paulette Williams, RSM Awards: Please take a moment to nominate a faculty member These awards are presented to five CCHS faculty members each year at Graduation by the CCHS Foundation. The awards are intended to inspire and honor CCHS faculty members who truly excel in their roles as educators and mentors. The entire community - parents, students, faculty and staff - are encouraged to be a part of the process and nominate faculty for this award. Five winners are selected each year, and each winner is presented $5,000. Please take the time to fill out this simple nomination form. https://forms.gle/g5RSA29ybNHtkjUa7

Nominations will close on March 31

Senior Parents - In case you missed it: Each year the CCHS PTO creates a wall in one of the school's halls filled with your Senior Picture and a picture of you as a baby! 

• This year we have chosen to compare your SENIOR School Picture with your KINDERGARTEN School Picture! 
• Please email a digital copy of your Kindergarten school picture (or any picture from kindergarten) with your Students Name in the subject line to: [email protected] Deadline: Friday, March 31.
• Please address questions to Jennifer Jones at [email protected].

AP Testing Volunteers:

Parents are needed to help with noise and crowd control during AP testing May 1 through May 12 from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM and Noon - 3:00 PM. These volunteers play a critical role in ensuring that our students have the most optimal testing environment to be able to succeed. Link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAAAD2EA75-aptesting

Counselors' Corner

Congratulations to the following seniors on their awarded scholarships:

Seniors: Please provide a copy of information regarding any and all scholarships earned by using the following Google form: https://forms.gle/xT9i1H8x19ciGDWy9  These scholarships will be noted one time in the Catholic Daily on Fridays and in the Graduation Program. The name of the scholarship and the school that awarded it will be recognized. The actual dollar amount is not made public. It will be aggregated as part of the class total at the end of the school year. Please contact Mrs. Tesch for questions [email protected].

Bailey Centanni

Furman University Bell Tower Scholarship

Kate Dann

Baylor University Distinction Award

Louisiana State University Transformation Merit Non Resident Scholarship

Tom Hicks

The Ohio State University National Buckeye Scholarship

Indiana University Deans Scholarship

Chloe Lefaivre

Fordham University Jogues Scholarship

Ben Lennon

High Point University Presidential Scholarship

Jack Parmley

Loyola University Maryland Scholarship

Katie Redican

DePaul University Presidential Scholarship

Sewanee: The University of the South Ecce Quam Bonum Award

Mira Scharr

University of North Carolina Asheville Merit Scholarship

Jay Sedam

University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Morehead-Cain Scholarship

A college representative will meet in-person, or virtually where indicated, at CCHS with any Sophomore or Junior student that is interested. A counselor is also present.

• A college rep is the person who reads the application for admission, so a face-to-face meeting will serve the student well.
• The student must print a screenshot of the SCOIR registration and have their teacher sign it as their pass.
• A student needs to remember that they are representing CCHS at these meetings so come with some good questions and your best behavior.
• The visits will be listed by Friday for the following week and a complete list is available on SCOIR.
• Unless otherwise noted, both in-person and virtual college visits will take place in the Counseling Office’s College Center.

Thursday, March 16:

Bucknell University at 8:00 AM

Appalachian State University at 11:00 AM

Johnson and Wales University at 12:45 PM

Belmont Abbey College at 1:50 PM

Friday, March 17:

Nova Southeastern University at 9:00 AM

Campus Ministry

Mass will be offered at break in the Chapel on school days with the regular bell schedules except Wednesdays. All are welcome!

The Rosary will be prayed in the Chapel at break on Wednesdays. All are welcome! 

The Chaplain will be hearing Confessions in the side room of the Chapel on Tuesdays from 11:40 -12:40 and Thursdays from 12:40 - 1:40. Students may also drop or make an appointment for confession.

Sign up to pray the Rosary for Charlotte Catholic

For more information about Campus Ministry, the Weekly Rosary intention, and more, click here.

Cougar Kudos

Congratulations to the students who participated in the regional mock trial tournament! Special shout out to the following students who won awards:

• Nathan D'Costa - Best Attorney
• Jack Fitzpatrick - Best Attorney
• Karen Garrett - Best Witness
• Luke Leonard - Best Witness
• Ellie Searson - Best Witness
• Sophia Wharton - Best Attorney

Kudos to the Charlotte Catholic Bands!

Congratulations to the following band students who competed in the South Central All-District Honor Band Clinic held at Stuart Cramer High School on January 27-28 (pictured from left to right): Nathan Molloy, Genie Alvarado, Jack Fitzpatrick, Ryan Bendezu, Nathan D’Costa, Benjamin Molloy, Michaela Hilley and Kate Hughes. These students had the opportunity to perform challenging repertoire in a competitive environment with music students from across the region. Additionally, Genie Alvarado recently qualified for the All-State Honors Band Clinic which will take place at the University of North Carolina – Greensboro. Bravo to these students for their wonderful accomplishments!

Athletics and Athletic Booster News 

Sports fans, we need you! All Sport and Student Activity Passes are available to purchase here! Come support our spring athletes and show your Cougar Pride! Questions? Email Jeannie Sovine ([email protected]) or Leah Foley ([email protected])

Cougar Fans! Tickets for ALL home sporting events can now be accessed from the CCHS website under “Quick Links” (bottom right of the CCHS website).  

CCHS Sports Center

Below is the weekly athletic schedule and results. Good luck to all our teams this week. Please note that schedules are subject to change. 

Go Cougars!

Below are the sports results from this weekend, Go Cougars!

Friday 3/10

7:00 PM Men’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Lake Norman Charter Won (17-11) 

Saturday 3/11

12:30 PM Women’s Flag Football vs. Garinger Won (26-12) and Won(20-6)

Below is the sports schedule for this week. Good Luck to all our teams, Go Cougars!

Monday 3/13

4:00 PM Women’s Varsity Softball vs. Independence (at Independence) 

6:00 PM Women’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Weddington (at Weddington) 

Tuesday 3/14

4:00 PM Men’s Varsity Tennis vs. Butler (at South Meck)

4:30 PM Women’s JV Lacrosse vs, Myers Park (at Myers park) 

4:30 PM Men’s JV Baseball vs. Independence (at Jack Hughes Park) 

5:00 PM Women’s Varsity Softball vs. Rocky River (at Rocky River) 

5:00 PM Men’s JV Lacrosse vs. Lake Norman (at CCHS) 

7:00 PM Men’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Lake Norman (at CCHS) 

7:00 PM Men’s Varsity Baseball vs. Independence (at Jack Hughes Park) 

Wednesday 3/15

4:00 PM Men’s Varsity Tennis vs. Myers Park (at Myers Park)

5:30 PM Women’s JV Soccer vs. Cuthbertson (at CCHS)

7:00 PM Women’s Varsity Soccer vs. Cuthbertson (at CCHS)

Thursday 3/16 

4:00 PM Men’s Varsity Tennis vs. East Meck (at East Meck)

5:00 PM Women’s JV Lacrosse vs. Providence (at CCHS)

6:00 PM Women’s Varsity Soccer vs. Garinger (at Garinger) 

6:00 PM Women’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Providence (at CCHS)

6:00 PM Men’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Page (at Page) 

Friday 3/17 

4:00 PM Men’s JV Baseball vs. Independence (at Independence) 

5:30 PM Women’s Varsity Softball vs. Garinger (at Garinger) 

6:30 PM Men’s Varsity Baseball vs. Independence (at Independence) 

Saturday 3/18

11:00 AM Men’s JV Baseball vs. South Meck (at South Meck) 

11:00 AM Men’s Varsity Lacrosse (TBD OPPONENT) 

2:00 PM Men’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Christ the King 

2:00 PM Men’s Varsity Baseball vs. South Meck (at South Meck) 

5:00 PM Women’s Varsity Lacrosse vs. Cardinal Gibbons (at Cardinal Gibbons)

Marvin Ridge Track and Field Invite (at Marvin Ridge) 

Class of the Carolina Track and Field Meet (at Cuthbertson) 

Sunday 3/19

Mountain Biking Meet (at Salisbury Community Park)

Community and Service Opportunities

Community service opportunity: Walk MS Charlotte is on March 18, 2023 at Symphony Park and volunteer registration is open for you to register and come out to be a part of our annual Walk event! Here is the link to sign up: 

https://nmss.galaxydigital.com/need/?s=1&need_init_id=7868

Deadline Extended until March 15: Please click the link below to see all the information about the Diocese of Charlotte Bishop's Annual Youth Pilgrimage March 25.

https://mailchi.mp/6a5ee178c3eb/2023-bishops-youth-pilgrimage?e=13bb847b39



Best Buddy Walk April 29 2023 8:30 AM-12:00 PM Calling all Glitter Tattoo Artists!! Alliance Health is seeking 4-5 volunteers to help with a glitter tattoo booth at the Best Buddy Walk. Come join us in making Best Buddy participants and family sparkle with glitter tattoos! Training will be provided. Community Service Hours will be given for this event/training. If interested, please contact Eileen Bennett at 678-480-6667 or at [email protected]

St. Matthew's School is looking for a Learning Support Teacher. Interested candidates should contact Principal Kevin O'Herron [email protected]

Admissions Information

2023-2024 School Year Admissions and Re-Enrollment information:

New to MACS Students:

• The 2023-2024 MACS Admissions season is now open for new to MACS students. Siblings or friends from outside a MACS school can now apply here: https://www.discovermacs.org/apply
• Applications are due March 1 (for Priority Admissions). Rolling Admissions may continue after that date.
• Anyone wishing to schedule a tour of Charlotte Catholic or learn more, please contact Jane Carano at [email protected] or 704-716-2457

Re-Enrollment for current CCHS Students or Holy Trinity 8th graders wishing to attend Charlotte Catholic begins on March 15.

• Current students will receive information via email in March on how to complete their re-enrollment to remain in the MACS system. 
• Families have between March 15 and March 31 to complete re-enrollment to secure their seat. If re-enrollment is not completed by March 31, they may lose their seat.
• This applies to ALL current students; those coming from Holy Trinity to CCHS and those that are currently in CCHS. 
• Anyone wishing to schedule a tour of Charlotte Catholic or learn more, please contact Jane Carano at [email protected] or 704-716-2457

Attendance

24-hour Attendance Hotline 704-716-2418

[email protected]

Please refer to pages 8-9 of the Student Handbook for attendance policies

If a Student needs Early Dismissal from school, 

all dismissal notes must be brought to the attendance office before 8:00 AM.

If a note is not provided by 8:00 AM, the parent must come to the school to sign their student out, regardless of whether the student is a driver or not.

If a student is not feeling well during the school day, they must go to the nurse for possible dismissal.

CCHS Calendar

2022-2023 MACS Calendar

2023 - 2024 MACS Calendar

CCHS Publications

Please click here for the school publication:

Moving Forward Together July 2020-August 2022

Carpool and Parking Information

Carpool information

Carpool Traffic Flow

Students who have purchased parking passes 

Must park in their assigned spot. Tags must be displayed at all times when on campus. 

Decals must be placed on bottom, inside passenger side of your windshield, to be visible from the outside of the car while on campus.

Students who need to purchase a parking pass please buy on the school store here:

https://secure.payk12.com/school/_/111/item/221186

Then print your receipt and take to Mrs. Jones in the Dean of Students office

to receive your pass. 

Carpool Drop off and Pick up and Campus Traffic Reminders:

All campus traffic during morning and afternoon carpool (except for those assigned to park in the B Deck) must enter campus via Highway 51

No cars may enter campus from Little Avenue to drop off or pick up

All Students must be dropped off and picked up in front of the main school building

All students and visitors must enter school via the main school entrance.

There is no direct access to the Fine Arts Building for students or visitors during school hours

Thank you for keeping our students and campus safe

There is no drop off in front of or in the parking garage or in the visitor parking spots.

The entrance to campus from Pineville-Matthews Road is one way during school hours.

Student drivers and parents are reminded not to use The Waterford Square Apartments as a cut through: We have been asked by the apartment complex to remind drivers not cut through. Please help prevent accidents and keep our community safe.

Please do NOT drop off or pick up your student at neighboring businesses. The school has received many calls asking us to not use their parking lots.

Please help us be a good neighbor.

Canvas FAQ's

Canvas New Account Information

Parents: If you do not have a Canvas account yet, please set up your observer account. Instructions here:  https://www.charlottecatholic.org/Page/922

Driving Eligibility Certificate

Driving Eligibility Certificates are available at the front reception desk during

scheduled office hours.

Drivers Ed

Jordan Driving School offers Drivers Ed at CCHS - Sign up for a class!

Click here for all information

Harris Teeter Together for Education

Remember to re-link your VIC card: you must re-link your card each year for Charlotte Catholic to receive the donations. CCHS number is 1223.  Thank you! 

Inclement Weather

If school is closed, or there is a change to the regular daily schedule due to inclement weather, you will be notified via the email address and telephone number

the school has on record.

CCHS will go by the following policy In case of inclement weather:

Snow Day Policy

• Each occurrence of inclement weather will restart the cycle.
• Day one is a “Snow Day” – No instruction
• Day two is a remote teacher workday
• Day three and beyond are remote instruction days: Assignments/reading will be posted by 7:30 AM for Asynchronous Learning
• If there are multiple inclement weather events, CCHS may begin remote instruction on day two. Notification will be given on the first day CCHS is out for inclement weather.

*Exception* If AP teachers want to use Zoom they may do so at the

instructional time listed below: 8:00-8:30 – Computer

8:30-9:00 – Psychology 

9:00-9:30 - Government

9:30-10:00 - Economics 

10:00-11:00 – Science

11:00-12:00 – Foreign Language

12:00-1:00- English

1:00-1:30 - Calculus BC

1:30-2:00 - Statistics

2:00-2:30 – Calculus AB

National Honor Society Tutoring 

Every Wednesday from 2:35 - 3:05 PM in the Library. Any subject, just drop in!

PTO

The Charlotte Catholic PTO: Welcome families and students back for the 2022/2023 school year. The PTO is busy preparing a great year for our teachers, staff, and students.

• The PTO depends 100% on dues and donations from our families.
• If you haven’t done so already, please consider joining today!
• Click here to be connected to the school store to pay today.
• For additional information contact the PTO at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your support in making this a great year for our teachers, staff, and students!

Scheduling of School Facilities

CCHS community members wishing to schedule on-campus(team parents, and others who would like to schedule facilities cafeteria, library, etc.), need to make a request using the Request for Facility Usage link. 

Spirit Store 

The Athletic Boosters Spirit Store will be open for students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:15 AM - 1:30 PM at the cafeteria location. Merchandise will also be available at some sporting events at the stadium and gymnasium throughout the year.

Student Handbook 2022-2023

Yearbook Purchase and Senior Baby Ad Information