The Hail Holy Queen Prayer

Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.

V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.

R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

CCHS x Girl Tribe Spirit Wear

Pre – Orders open now for Parke style sweatshirts and matching bottoms through the CCHS Spirit Store. These items will be available for pick up at the end of summer with return to school. Note these items are intended for CCHS spirit wear and are not uniform approved Order window closes Sunday, May 17.

• Girl Tribe x CCHS Spirit Sweatshirt
• Girl Tribe x CCHS Spirit Sweatpants
• Girl Tribe x CCHS Spirit Sweat short

Updated Save the Date: Annual CCHS Tennis Tournament

This year pickleball will be an addition to the format

Date: Friday, November 6, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM -12:00 PM

Location: Ballantyne Country Club

New location, expanded play but the same mission- to support CCHS Athletics.

More to come in the Fall. Mark your calendars now.

Harris YMCA Hiring Event

The Harris YMCA is hosting a hiring event on Wednesday, May 15, from 3:00-6:00 PM. They will be interviewing for lifeguards and camp counselors. Must be 16 year or older. Sign up to secure an interview time.

PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR STUDENTS

AP Exam Reminder

AP exams begin Monday, May 4. If a student has an AP exam, that is the only school obligation for that day. The expectation is that students are in school and in class all other days.

CCHS Class of '26 Legacy Students

Help us continue the tradition! CCHS Legacy Students! All CCHS senior students who have Alumni parents are asked to sign up here to have your photo taken with your alumni parent(s). Please contact Jane Carano with any questions!

PTO is proud to present Catholic Goes Country

Our boots were made for dancing! Join us for a line dancing event on May 16, from 6-8 PM. Grab your friends and meet in the stadium for night you won’t forget! Tickets are available for purchase on the school store online.

PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR PARENTS

Senior Carnival- Help Needed!

The carnival, in honor of our 2026 graduating class, will be held on Monday 5/18 at the stadium from 10-12 PM (or just after graduation practice). Please consider signing up to help run the event or make a donation of supplies. Thank you for helping to keep this tradition going.

PTO End of Year Gift Fund

Let's thank our amazing Faculty and Staff for a fabulous school year with a summer gift! 

Please donate to the end of year fund by Friday May 15. 

100% of donations collected will be distributed to teachers and staff.

Correction re: CCHS Office Hours

The school and school offices will have limited office hours on some days during exam week and over the summer. Please see the schedule below:

• May 20, 21, and 26: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• May 22: CCHS will be closed for graduation
• May 27: The office will close at 10 AM for a faculty event.
• May 28: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• May 29 – June 5: 8:00 AM – 2PM
• June 8 – August 3: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Monday-Thursday. The office is closed on Fridays.
• July 6-10: The office will be closed.

Cougar Classic Returns!

The Cougar Classic Golf Tournament returns on June 1, 2026, at Piper Glen Country Club - and if last year is any indication, the field will fill fast. The tournament sold out in 2025, so start planning your foursome and get your clubs ready!

Foursomes are now available, in addition to sponsorship opportunities, so visit the Cougar Classic website to claim your spot on the course!

Questions? Contact Kerry Winslow

COUNSELING CORNER

Course Placement Appeals

Students who submitted a Course Placement Appeal should have received a decision via email on Friday, May 1. Please remind your student to check their email if they submitted an appeal.

• Approved Appeals: Students were automatically placed in the approved course. Students should see their Counselor to discuss changes, if needed.
• Denied Appeals: Students whose Course Placement Appeals were denied will remain in the original course placement. If a student would still like to pursue placement in the appealed course, Final Appeals will be considered by meeting with the Administration. 

Parents should follow the steps outlined below:

• Parents must email Stephanie Hogg, by Monday, May 18, to request a Final Appeal meeting with an Administrator. 
• Meetings will be held on 6/2, 6/3, and 6/4 between 7:15 AM and 2:30 PM. Parents must be present for the meeting. 
• Please include your student's full name, course they are appealing, course they would replace, and your availability during the available meeting days/times. 
• No Final Appeal requests will be accepted after Monday, May 18.
• Please refer to the 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide for course placement Departmental Guidelines. 

Congratulations to these seniors on their awarded scholarships!

Ella Davis

College of Charleston Merit Scholarship

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Soleil Demetry

Horatio Alger State Scholarship

Alexandra Eagan

American University Trustee Award

Baylor University Distinction Award

College of Charleston International Ambassador Scholarship

University of North Carolina at Greensboro Blue & Gold Scholarship

Madden Glossner

Belmont Abbey College Athletic Scholarship - Women's Softball

Belmont Abbey College Collegiate Award

Clemson University Merit Scholarship

Clemson University Palmetto Pact Scholarship

Clemson University Palmetto Fellows Scholarship

University of South Carolina Garnet Scholarship

South Carolina LIFE Scholarship

Amelia Gustafson

Auburn University Academic Charter Scholarship

The University of Alabama Scholar Scholarship

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Sadie Herbert

Louisiana State University Transformation Merit Nonresident Award

Maria Kane

George Mason University Distinction Award

Loyola University of Maryland Dean's Scholarship

Nolan Kennedy

Coastal Carolina University Scholar Award

Georgia Southern University In-State Tuition Program

University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship

Dani Lupinski

Ohio University Admission Promise Award

Ohio University Excellence Scholarship

Ohio University Trustee Award

University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship

University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Merit Award

Virginia Tech Scholars Nonresident Scholarship

Joe Macuga

Louisiana State University Academic Scholars Nonresident Scholarship

Louisiana State University Alumni Miscellaneous Scholarship

The University of Alabama Engineering Scholarship

The University of Alabama Scholar Scholarship

University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship

University of Kentucky Horizon Scholarship

University of Mississippi Academic Merit Non-Resident Scholarship

University of Mississippi Brevard Engineering Scholarship

University of Mississippi STEM Major Non-Resident Scholarship

University of South Carolina Joseph Cardinal Bernardin

University of South Carolina Scholarship

Ellie Madden

University of North Carolina Wilmington Seahawk Grant

Gabriella Maino

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Honors College Scholarship

University of Louisville Scholarship

University of Maryland President's Scholarship

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Wofford College Old Main Scholarship

Katherine McClenahan

Quinnipiac University Presidential Scholarship

Owen Muncy

High Point University Scholarship

Jacksonville University Merit Scholarship

Queens University of Charlotte Collegiate Grant

University of North Carolina at Greensboro Blue & Gold Scholarship

University of Memphis Academic Achievement Award

Michael Nowak

The Catholic University of America University Honors Scholarship

The Catholic University of America Parish Scholarship

Xavier University Presidential Scholarship

Xavier University Dean's Scholarship

Xavier University Catholic High School Scholarship

Xavier University Housing Grant

Garrett Nowlan

Bentley University Gary Merrill Award

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Danny Polking

Holy Cross College Moreau Award

The Catholic University of America Legacy Scholarship

The Catholic University of America Parish Scholarship

The Catholic University of America Scholarship

Shepherd Schrift

Johnson & Wales University Culinary Essentials Scholarship

Johnson & Wales University Presidential Academic Scholarship

Johnson & Wales University Wildcat Grant

Mount St Mary's University Carondelet Award

Mount St Mary's University Distance Award

The Catholic University of America Parish Scholarship

The Catholic University of America Cardinal Fund Scholarship

The Catholic University of America Cornerstone Scholarship

The Catholic University of America Sibling Grant

Xavier University Presidential Scholarship

Xavier University Dean's Scholarship

Xavier University Catholic High School Scholarship

Xavier University Early Filer Award

Xavier University Housing Grant

Xavier University Muskie Grant

Ellie Searson

Clemson University Merit Scholarship

Meg Tebben

University of Iowa National Scholars Award

Elizabeth Thomas

American University Trustee Award

American University Dean's Scholarship

Bella Valkovschi

Auburn University True Blue Scholarship

University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship

University of Kentucky Horizon Scholarship

University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Merit Award

University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship

Western Carolina University Catamount Commitment Award

Julia Vesey

Clemson University Merit Scholarship

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.

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT & BOOSTER NEWS

Thanks to all for keeping the RED MACHINE ROLLING!

Student Raffle Total: $31,475 - exceeded our $30,000 goal!

Thanks to our Top Sellers!

$100 gift card - Liana Grasso, Carson Chadha and Mamie Harrington

IPAD drawing winner - Carter Simons

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Shana Fox

Many thanks to Leslie Mckillop for creating our student raffle Cougar logo this year!  

COUGAR KUDOS

Congratulations to the CCHS Moot Court Team

The CCHS moot court team of juniors Juliet Smarz '27 and Jack McCarter '27 placed second in the state moot court competition held in the NC Court of Appeals on May 1, 2026. The team was coached by Ms. Janet Fort '83.

6A Midwest Regional Tennis Tournament Results

Will Kaufmann, Tyson Lucier '26, Keaton McKinstry '27, Ben Hicks '26, and Jack Fiddes '28 advanced to the Individual 6A State Championships at Ting Park in Holly Springs on Friday, May 8. 

Will Kaufmann '26: Midwest Region 6A Singles Champion

Ben Hicks '26 and Jack Fiddes '28: Midwest Region 6A Doubles Champions

Tyson Lucier '26 and Keaton McKinstry '27: Midwest Region 6A Doubles Runners Up

Congratulations to all!!! And good luck next Friday at the Individual State Championships!

Let's go, Cougars.

CLASS OF 2026

Attention Class of 2026 Students and Parents

In case you missed it, a letter was sent to the Class of 2026 students and parents outlining the May schedule of events for senior students as well as important information related to returning school-issued computers.

CCHS Senior Walk

CCHS Seniors who attended a MACS Elementary School: Please fill out this form to participate in the May 14 Senior Walk 2026 CCHS Senior Walks.

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

New Ministry Leader wanted for “Meal Bags to go” Ministry at Saint Matthew Catholic Church (starting mid June 2026)

We are in search of a new leader to be in charge of our ministry “Meal Bags to go” 

It’s a great way of volunteering and helping the community especially the Community Shelter of Union County. 

Do not hesitate to contact Florence Juredieu-Cole if you are interested and we can explain how the ministry is running.

Thank you very much in advance for your interest in the ministry we created and developed over the past 5 years.

Be a Buddy to a Camp SOAR Camper @ The Jewish Community Center

• June 15-19!
• Register to Be a Buddy HERE!!!
• Veterans of Camp SOAR: Step up to be a GROUP LEADER or an Leader-In-Training!! Just email Nicole Fiato
• Additional questions? Email Mr. 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.