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SEVEN SORROWS PRAYER
Queen of Martyrs, your heart suffered so much. I beg you, by the merits of the tears you shed in these terrible and sorrowful times, to obtain for me and all the sinners of the world the grace of complete sincerity and repentance.
Amen.
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CCHS SPORTING CLAYS
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 Thursday October 1, Friday October 2, Wednesday October 7, and Thursday October 8, 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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BOYS TENNIS INTEREST MEETING
If you missed the boys' tennis interest meeting, please stop by Coach Cabana's room (512) at your convenience and sign up.
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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!
Seniors and their parents/guardians are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible. Completing the FAFSA is an important step toward accessing federal and state financial aid, grants, scholarships, and other financial assistance for college or career school.
Complete the FAFSA HERE
We encourage all families to complete the FAFSA, even if you do not think you will qualify for need-based financial aid. Some colleges and scholarship programs require a FAFSA to be on file for students to be considered for certain scholarships and financial aid opportunities. Completing the FAFSA ensures your family can explore all available options before making assumptions about eligibility.
If you missed the Financial Aid presentation on September 22nd, the presentation can be found on the website HERE
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Monday 9/28 7am Mass
Confessions 11:35am - 12pm
Tuesday 9/29 Mass at Break
Confessions 12:35pm - 1:35pm
Wednesday 9/30 9:15am All School Mass
Confessions available in office
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Thursday 10/1 Mass at Break
Confessions 11:35am - 12:35pm
Friday 10/25 Adoration 8:00am - 2:30pm
Confessions 12:35pm - 1:35pm
Mass at 3:00pm
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Hello All,
It has been a while, but alas I have something to share with you all!
The Gospel reading (Lk 9:18-22) from last Friday had in it a passage that I wish to reflect on. It was the time when Jesus questioned the disciples about what the crowds thought of him. After they give the crowd’s response, Our Lord proceeds to ask the disciples for their own thoughts on who He is. This passage is from Luke’s Gospel, so we hear St. Peter say, “You are the Christ of God.”
This is always a lovely passage to read, but one thought that came up recently is whether it is significant that our Lord asked the disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” And I think absolutely.
What we gather from the crowd’s opinion of Jesus being John the Baptist, Elijah, or one of the ancient prophets is that these are responses that are far from His dignity. There is certainly something greater than these figures here! Common opinion is lacking. St. John Chrysostom believes that by the question seeking the disciples’ own response, our Lord is challenging them to give Him a greater answer. He does not expect them to give the same answers as the commoners. And they really should not, because these are men that have been in company with our Lord. These are men that have been called to be His apostles. They have seen Him do many powerful things and have even in His name done mighty works themselves. And truly, St. Peter’s response is different from the crowd’s. “The Christ of God.”
I love this encounter because it points to the significance of closeness with our Lord. Such an act brings forth an understanding for the disciples that they just can’t get anywhere else. Our Lord’s second question to them means too that he expects a different response from them.
I propose that when the same question is asked of us, Our good Lord expects a different answer from the rest of the crowd. As Catholics we have this great privilege of being ever so close to our Lord at Mass, at Eucharistic adoration, and in our different devotions and acts of service. The challenge from the scriptural passage is that such encounters with our Lord should absolutely transform us. Going to Mass regularly should help us see Jesus in a different and more profound light. Sitting and kneeling with our Lord in adoration should enlighten us on His kingship, friendship and love of us. Constant prayer and devotion should be a path to growth in love of our Lord. Acts of service should help us see our Lord in whomever we encounter.
Life in the sacraments, which I once heard defined as a continuation of Christ’s incarnation on earth, should guide us to give the same answer as St. Peter. One who partakes in the Sacraments of Initiation, goes to Mass regularly, frequents confession, is sacramentally married, and is faithful to the teachings of the Church would have a different response to one who is lackluster in the practice of the faith, and honestly, it cannot be that the lackluster one be the spokesperson on the identity of Jesus. While we cannot speak perfectly of God, we are not to speak of Him in ways that are far from His dignity. The reading challenges us to appreciate our moments with Jesus, and to ask that we grow in knowledge and love of Him every time we encounter Him. Even more deeply, it challenges us to always be in our Lord’s company.
So, in the examination of your own life, what is your response to this question from Jesus to you: “Who do you say that I am?”
God bless,
Fr Chinonso
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IMPORTANT SAT REMINDERS FOR OCTOBER 3
Please view SAT CHECKLIST for important reminders for the SAT on Saturday, October 3. Please see Mr. Hicks in the library before the end of the day on Friday, October 2, if you do not have the BlueBook application installed on your CCHS MacBook.
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MORNING BREAK MATH HELP
Starting Monday, September 28, an experienced math teacher will be available during morning break to help students with math. Drop-ins are welcome or reserve a spot in advance by emailing Ms. Lynch or Ms. Fort. Sessions are held in the Flex Room (across from the nurse’s room).
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PICTURE RE-TAKE DAY
Underclass Picture makeup day is Wednesday, October 7. Any student who was absent will be scheduled and given their time slot. Students who want a retake must sign up on the sheet outside Room 514.
Faculty/staff members who have not taken their picture need to do so on Wednesday, October 7.
All photos will be taken in the FAC lobby.
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PARENT DATA VERIFICATION FORM
Parents/Guardians: The Charlotte Catholic Parent Data Verification Form was emailed to you yesterday to verify and update your current contact information. Please take a few minutes to review and complete the form at your earliest convenience.
The email and form are legitimate Charlotte Catholic communications and are not spam. Information submitted will be used for internal purposes only and will not be shared with outside organizations.
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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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MOCK TRIAL CLUB INTEREST MEETING
The Mock Trial Club is hosting an interest meeting next Wednesday, September 30, after school in Mr. DePalma’s room (513). Students are needed to serve as attorneys and witnesses for the CCHS Mock Trial team and compete in the NC Mock Trial Regional Competition on February 6.
No prior experience is needed, and all students are welcome to attend.
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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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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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Thursday, October 1:
9:00 AM - High Point University
9:45 AM - University of Maryland
11:00 AM - University of Georgia
12:45 PM - The American University of Paris
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Friday, October 2:
8:00 AM - Baylor University
9:00 AM - Belmont Abbey College
9:45 AM - St. Mary's College
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HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP PRESENTATION
The Healthy Relationship Presentation presented by the Counseling Dept can be found HERE
Please contact Bill Keese with questions.
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FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATION
Thank you to those who were able to attend the Financial Aid presentation on September 22nd! If you were not able to attend, the presentation can be found on the website HERE
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COLLEGE PANEL NIGHT
Parents and Students, please join us Wednesday October 7th at 6PM in the Fine Arts Center Auditorium for a directed Q&A panel with admissions representatives from four different universities.
Topics will include: admissions practices at different universities, general recommendations in the process, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities. This 1-hour program is open to all students and their parents.
Universities attending: Bucknell University, Clemson University, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and Xavier University.
Please contact Leslie Tesch or 704-716-2403 with any questions
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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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SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Our goal is ensuring that individuals, friends, and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help. The counseling department would like to highlight some resources available.
Please see the Suicide Awareness Letter.
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SAVE THE DATE - 10th ANNUAL LADIES TENNIS ROUND ROBIN
Friday, November 6th | 9:30am -12pm Ballantyne Country Club - registration coming soon
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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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SECOND ANNUAL FAMILY ROSARY PAJAMA NIGHT
St. Matthew Catholic School is in need of a few volunteers to help make the event run smoothly on October 2, 6-8:30PM. Pizza dinner is provided. Please consider joining us. Here is the link to the signup genius.
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ST. ANN CHURCH SILENT AUCTION
St. Ann's Annual Silent Auction opens Sunday, September 27, at 2PM and closes Saturday, October 3, at 6:30PM. Bid on more than 100 amazing items while supporting St. Ann Catholic Church! Start bidding HERE
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ST. ANN'S ANNUAL CARNIVAL
St. Ann's Annual Carnival is on Saturday, October 3, and they are looking for students and parents to help with setup, carnival rides/games, and cleanup. Students can use this opportunity to fulfill their service hours, and they will provide any documentation needed.
Please sign up HERE to volunteer.
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THE PINK CUPCAKE WALK
The Glove's Up Club would like to invite you to join the Jen Strong Team for the Pink Cupcake Walk on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Truist Field to honor Jen Taylor.
Click HERE and sign up for team "Jenny Jen" Enter team password: Walk2026
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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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