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Thursday, October 8, 2026 | | | |
Concluding Prayer for Litany of Loreto
Grant, we beseech thee, O Lord God, that we, your servants,
may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body;
and by the glorious intercession of the Blessed Mary, ever Virgin,
may be delivered from present sorrow,
and obtain eternal joy. Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
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HOCO T-SHIRTS!
Purchase yours today through the CCHS Spirit Store! Purchase by October 11! You can wear your HOCO Shirt on Friday, October 23!
$1 from each shirt will be donated to help the CCHS Band's Fundraising Efforts for their trip to Ireland!
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Monday 10/5 7am Mass
Confessions 11:35am - 12pm
Tuesday 10/6 Mass at Break
Confessions 12:35pm - 1:35pm
Wednesday 10/7 9:15am All School Mass
Confessions available in office
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Thursday 10/8 7 am Mass
8 am Mass for Sophomores
No Confessions
Friday 10/9 Adoration 8:00am - 2:30pm
Confessions 12:35pm - 1:35pm
Mass at 3:15pm
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A LETTER FROM CCHS PRESIDENT MICHAEL SEELEY
Principal Kurt Telford announces retirement in June 2028. Read more HERE.
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PINK LINKS
The Gloves Up Club is making Pink Links for the month of October. Each link contains a name, prayer or words of encouragement for someone affected by breast cancer. If you would like to add a link, please fill out the Google form.
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SPIRIT STORE SALE
Check out the online school store for lots of clearance markdowns. Many items are limited sizes and quantities.
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MISSION TRIP APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
Join Campus Ministry for two opportunities:
- International Trip to the DR through Mustard Seed Communities (March 20-27, 2027).
- Domestic Trip to Toppa Joppa, Tennessee through Glenmary Mission (July 25-31, 2027).
For more information, visit the Mission Trips page under Campus Ministry.
Applications are open until Friday, October 9.
CLICK HERE to apply!
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KNOW SOMEONE INTERESTED CCHS? INVITE THEM TO OPEN HOUSE!
We invite all interested families to Discover Charlotte Catholic High School at our
CCHS Information Session on Thursday, October 15 at 9:00 AM
Come experience the spirit of CCHS:
- Enjoy a presentation about our school
- Tour the campus with our student ambassadors and see CCHS in action during the day
- Meet our teachers and department representatives, who are eager to answer your questions and share all that CCHS has to offer
No RSVP needed – everyone is welcome!
If you’d prefer a more personalized visit, you can schedule a private tour by contacting Jane Carano or 704-716-2457.
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CLASS OF 2028 PARENTS AND JUNIORS!
It is time to order your class rings!
Click HERE to go directly to the Jostens Charlotte Catholic order page.
Order early for discounts and arrival by Christmas.
The order deadline is Friday, October 30.
Please contact Chris Gaither with any questions.
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YEARBOOKS AND SENIOR ADS
Early bird pricing for both yearbook and senior ad purchases!
Yearbooks are $95.00, ½ page Senior Ads are $135.00 and full-page ads are $250.00.
These prices will increase on 11/15.
ORDER HERE
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CLASS OF 2027 GRADUATION ORDERS!
Please click HERE to go directly to the Charlotte Catholic order page to order your cap, gown, tassel and announcements.
Deadline to order is Friday, October 30.
A couple of reminders before you order:
- The cap/gown/tassel are included in the graduation fee paid with your tuition.
- This order must be done for all students for sizing information.
- Cap/gown/tassel will be given to students at graduation practice in May.
- Announcements and additional items will be available for pickup at school before
spring break. We will notify you when they are ready.
- Any spirit wear items ordered from Jostens are NOT considered school-approved
spirit wear and cannot be worn to school.
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CLASS OF 2027 - SENIOR PORTRAITS
Booking for senior portraits is OPEN. We’ve partnered with CADY to capture this milestone with photos perfect for announcements, yearbook ads, social posts, and more. Spots fill fast, so don’t put this off. You can find more information HERE or book your session HERE
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FAFSA IS NOW OPEN! - CLASS OF 2027 ONLY
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) opened early on September 23 for senior students and families! Complete the FAFSA HERE
If you missed the Financial Aid presentation on September 22nd, the presentation can be found on the website HERE
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CONGRATULATIONS CCHS VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS
Congratulations to all students who earned the CCHS Volunteer Service Award for the 2025–26 school year! Click HERE to view the list of students who received this 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."
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COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISITS
Please follow these guidelines for our fall college representative visits:
- Visits are open to juniors and seniors only.
- Register in SCOIR by the day before the visit.
- Pick up a pass from your homeroom teacher the morning of the visit. The pass must be signed by the teacher whose class you will miss. Unsigned passes will not be accepted.
- Attendance is at the teacher’s discretion. Students may not attend if they have a test, quiz, or other important class activity.
- Students are responsible for all missed classwork.
- If you need to cancel your RSVP, please do so promptly. Colleges plan their visits based on the number of registered students.
College visits are a great opportunity to learn about colleges and make a positive impression. Please be respectful, attentive, and prepared with thoughtful questions.
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SUICIDE PREVENTION RESOURCES
Thank you to Nikki Warren '91, former CCHS parent '19, '22, '24 and St. Gabriel’s teacher for sharing her family’s story and helping raise awareness for suicide prevention with our Freshmen Health students on Wednesday, September 30. Nikki will return in the spring to speak with Freshmen enrolled in Health next semester.
We encourage families to visit the CCHS Counseling Webpage for suicide prevention resources. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings of self-harm, do not hesitate to reach out.
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ALL STUDENTS TAKING THE ACT/SAT - PLEASE READ
Charlotte Catholic school issued MacBook Airs will NOT work on most public school networks due to content filters placed on our devices. If you are testing at a site other than Charlotte Catholic, you will need to install testing software and take the assessment on a personal device.
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CCHS SPORTING CLAYS - UPDATE
Registration is now open for all students interested in joining the Charlotte Catholic Sporting Clays Team Boys and Girls. Sporting Clays is a Letter sport!!
You must be registered on the SC Youth Shooting Foundation website by October 20, to be eligible for the first event in December. Register HERE
Secondly, please complete this form for the CCHS Team:
Sporting Clays Interest Form 2026.xlsx
Alternatively, you may contact Coach Barrett via text message.
Parent interest meetings on Wednesday October 7, and (date change) Friday, October 9 at 6:30 PM at Open Tap 5010 Carmel Ctr Dr. Charlotte, NC 28226.
Questions? Please email coach Jared Barrett or call 704-996-6067
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SAVE THE DATE - CCHS WINTER SPORTS AND BAND PHOTOS
Winter Sports SENIOR Banners by Becca Rouse Photography
Nov 18 Wednesday after school
2:45 Start time in the AUX GYM (Please be flexible )
Winter Team and Individual Photos by CADY
Dec 8th Tuesday 9:00
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COUGAR COFFEE CATCH UP
Please join Mr Telford and Mr Seeley on Tuesday, October 13, at 8:15 AM in the New Student Life Center for the first Cougar Coffee Catch Up. We ask that you register REGISTER HERE and submit questions to CCHS PTO. We look forward to seeing you.
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FALL PLAY TICKETS ON SALE
Don't miss the first production of the year! A comedy, A Haunting We Will Go will be performed by the CCHS Theater Students on October 15, 16 and 17 at 7PM. Purchase your tickets HERE.
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CCHS ALUMNI – PLEASE JOIN US FOR HOMECOMING FESTIVITIES!
Friday, October 23: Legacy and Alumni Breakfast(7:00 AM) and Pregame Tailgate (5:00 PM)
Sunday, October 25: Homecoming Mass with Fr. Pat Cahill ’98 (10:00 AM)
Register and more information. Please contact Shawn Panther with any questions
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HOMECOMING DANCE 2026
Join us “Under The Neon Moon” for an unforgettable night!
Saturday, October 24
8-10PM
Purchase tickets HERE
Forms for non-CCHS guests can be picked up in the Front Office or Dean of Students Office. The form must be returned by October 22nd to the Dean of Students Office.
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10th ANNUAL LADIES TENNIS ROUND ROBIN
New this year, Pickleball!
Friday, November 6, 2026
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ballantyne Country Club
Lunch and refreshments provided along with giveaways, raffle prizes, and plenty of time to mingle with fellow Cougar friends!
Register HERE
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PTO WISHLIST
Our team strives to create memorable events, exude sunshine and bring happiness in all we do. We have several upcoming events where you can help make an impact. We hope you'll consider purchasing an item from our wishlist to support Lemonade Stands, the Homecoming Dance, Faculty Conference Snacks and Do-Nut Stress during exams.
PTO Wishlist
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PTO DUES
The Charlotte Catholic PTO is busy preparing a great year for our teachers, staff and students and we need your help! The PTO depends 100% on dues and donations. From back-to-school breakfasts to Homecoming, Winter Dance, and Prom, to year-round appreciation events for our teachers, staff, and administrators — PTO dues make it all possible!
Pay your PTO dues HERE ($50 per family)
Sign up to help with PTO events HERE
Please email the PTO with any questions.
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FRIDAY ADORATION PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We have Adoration every Friday from 8:00am to 2:30pm. We need a minimum of two parents per 45 minute time slot to be present with our Lord to sit, pray, and reflect. This is an incredible opportunity to have built in retreat and silence in the busy and chaotic world we live in.
We need YOU to be our anchors and consistent prayer warriors! SIGN UP HERE
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
St Gabriel Mens Club is looking for volunteers for Oktoberfest in the school cafeteria on Saturday, October 10. Please sign up HERE to volunteer. Parish service hours provided.
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ST GABRIEL CHURCH OKTOBERFEST
Bring friends and family and join us Saturday, October 10, for Oktoberfest from 6 - 9:30 pm in the St. Gabriel School cafeteria (3028 Providence Rd)! Come enjoy a traditional Oktoberfest dinner, kids' menu, beer, and live music hosted by the St. Gabriel Men's Club. Early-bird tickets are $18/each, $9/kids 6-12, and $50 per family. Tickets day-of/at the door are slightly higher. Take-out available. View the menu and purchase tickets online here.
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COLLEGE DINNERS WITH FATHER RICHARD
If you have a college student attending one of the universities listed below, Father Richard, pastor of St. Gabriel Catholic Church, would love to connect with them! He is inviting St. Gabriel parishioners, Diocese of Charlotte students, and Charlotte Catholic alumni who are in the area to join him for dinner and fellowship.
Students who would like to attend one of the dinners should email Father Richard.
Wed, Oct 7 - GaTech TBD
Fri, Oct 9 - Univ of Alabama - 4:30pm dinner at Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa.
Mon, Oct 12 - UGA - 6pm Dinner at Longhorn Steakhouse in Athens
Tues, Oct 13 - Clemson University - 6pm Dinner at Longhorn Steakhouse off I-85 close to Clemson
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ST PATRICK FALL FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
St. Patrick Catholic School is looking for volunteers for their fall festival on Sunday, October 25, from 3pm - 6pm. Sign-up here to volunteer
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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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