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Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | | | |
The Holy Name of Jesus Prayer
As we venerate the most holy Name of Jesus, mercifully grant us, Lord, that, savoring its sweetness in this life, we may be filled with everlasting joy in our heavenly homeland. Through Christ our Lord. Amen
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Attention 9th Grade Parents
On Monday, January 12, counselors met with 9th grade students to introduce SCOIR, our college and career planning platform, and helped them activate their accounts. Students can now log in and begin exploring colleges, careers, and planning tools within the system. Parent accounts were also activated, and an invitation was sent to the email address your student provided. Once you receive it, please follow the steps to set up your account so you can stay connected to your student’s progress. Informational Videos: Scoir Parent/ Guardian Overview.
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Senior Picture Wall
Senior Parents: Each year the CCHS PTO fills the main hallway with each senior's graduation and kindergarten pictures. To assist, please provide a picture of your child in kindergarten(ish) as follows:
• Printed 4x6 color photo in portrait layout *Label the back of the photo with your
senior's full name
*Deliver photo to the receptionist desk (front entrance of CCHS by March 13th
*PICTURES WILL NOT BE RETURNED
*Questions? email
2026cchsseniorpics@gmail.com
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Presentation on Effective Teen/Parent Communication
Local therapist, Angie Mayo, will lead a presentation on Effective Teen/Parent Communication on Thursday, January 29, at 8:00 AM in the Fine Arts Center. Talking with your teen becomes increasingly difficult as they gain more independence. Angie will address ways to try and draw your teen into productive conversation. She has presented many times at Holy Trinity and was very well received at CCHS last year.
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Reminder re: Winterfest 2026 - RSVP today!
The Cougar Boosters Club would like to thank the wonderful Charlotte Catholic Community for all your support that you show to our athletes, coaches and booster club, by inviting you to the CCHS Annual Winterfest on 2026 Winterfest on Saturday, January 24 from 7-10 PM at the CCHS Football Stadium. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Bundle up and join us for food, spirits and fellowship (outdoor heaters, live music, hot food and beverages provided). Please RSVP by January 17. ADULTS ONLY.
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Clothing Drive for Levine's Children's Hospital
The Charlotte Catholic Band is hosting a clothing drive to support patients at Levine Children’s Hospital. Many patients are admitted unexpectedly and need clothing upon discharge, especially during the colder months. Please help us restock LCH’s closet! New, tagged clothing for all ages (0–21) may be donated in the Fine Arts Center lobby from January 12–23, 2026. Your generosity will help provide comfort and a hopeful start to the new year for young patients and their families. Thank you for your support!
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SATurday Prep Class Winter 2026
Veteran CCHS teachers Chris Yarussi and Jeremy Kuhn offer strategies and guided practice for the Digital SAT to current CCHS students.
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The course, totaling 12 contact hours, takes place at CCHS over three Saturdays: January 31, February 7, and February 21. Cost: $220.
- Participants must bring their assigned CCHS laptop fully charged.
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Cost: $220. Early-bird rate thru Friday, January 23: $200. All payments must be received by Friday, January 30, 2026.
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Venmo (@Chris-Yarussi) OR Personal Check to Chris Yarussi (delivered to the reception desk)
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Click HERE to register!
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Men's Golf Interest Meeting
There will be a meeting for anyone interested in trying out for Men's Golf on Wednesday, January 14 immediately after school in Room 214.
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Men's Tennis Tryouts
Tennis tryouts will be held at Marion Diehl Park on Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 17 from 3 PM - 5 PM.
In order to try out, you must upload all up-to-date mandatory forms to Dragonfly, on or before February 16. If you have not already done so, please stop by Room 512 to sign up for tryouts.
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Winter in Paris Dance
Dance the night away in the city of lights!
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Moot Court Interest Meeting
Students interested in participating should attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, January 14, 2:45-3:15 PM in Ms. Fort’s classroom. Please see or email Ms. Fort if you are interested in participating but are not able to attend. No prior experience is required.
Students - Do you want to play the role of attorney making an oral argument to the US Supreme Court? Teams of two perform the role of attorney making an oral argument for an issue (materials provided, no research allowed), for petitioner in one round and for respondent in a second round. The issues to be addressed are: (1) is a college professor’s classroom speech excluded from the protection of the First Amendment as “official duty” speech, or is there an “academic freedom” exception to that rule, and (2) does the First Amendment limit a public college’s ability to dictate the message that an instructor must convey while in the classroom. We practice Wednesdays right after school beginning January 21, with the regional competition in Cary, NC on Saturday, March 21. The top 2 teams compete in the NC Supreme Court on Friday, May 1.
Parents - We need real-life attorneys to serve as justices for practice rounds of oral arguments. If you can help out at one or more practices, please email Coach Janet Fort
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Portugal Trip 2026 -Sign Up Date Extended!
Rising sophomores, juniors and senior students (Class of 27, Class of 28, and Class of 29), teachers, and administrators from Charlotte Catholic, Christ the King, and Bishop McGuiness High Schools will travel together for an unforgettable 6-day pilgrimage to Lisbon, Porto, and Fatima Portugal—a sacred adventure filled with faith, food, fun, and awe-inspiring beauty. For more information about the trip, please see presentation link below, or visit the CCHS Portugal Trip webpage.
The last day to sign-up is Wednesday, January 21. Questions? Please contact Dr. Maria Leahy and Dr. Alicia Reid.
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Gala 2026 Tickets and Sponsorships on Sale Now
Charlotte Catholic’s largest fundraising event is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Carmel Country Club. This year’s celebration will feature a festive cocktail hour, a seated dinner, dessert, and dancing!
Early bird pricing available until February 15, 2026 – grab your tickets today!
Explore sponsorship options. Don’t miss your chance to support CCHS and make a meaningful impact – proceeds from The Gala benefit the Teacher Impact Fund!
Questions? please contact Jane Carano.
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STEAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Science National Honors Society is again this year presenting the STEAM Lunch Event on Friday, January 30, 2025, from 11:00 - 2:00. It’s where our community of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math professionals come during the lunch to speak realistically with students about their careers and jobs in these fields. It’s such a fun way to promote your field and educate our students, so please consider taking the time to join us. Lunch will be provided. Please contact Karen Belciglio for additional details.
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Adoration Schedule Changes for January 16
Because of this week’s half-day schedule, Adoration will take place from 8:00–9:00 AM on both Fridays. The regular Adoration schedule will resume on Friday, January 23.
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Teacher Appreciation Week Committee Volunteers Needed
The PTO is hosting a Teacher Appreciation Week (TAW) Committee interest meeting on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the cafeteria. No experience needed - just bring your love and excitement for CCHS, and some theme ideas! TAW is a fun week to spoil all who make Catholic the very best!
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Counseling Presentation for Sophomore Parents
The Counseling Department invites all sophomore parents for an informal presentation on January 26 at 8:00 AM in the Fine Arts Center. We will familiarize parents with sophomore year specific tasks such as AP course applications, continuing extracurriculars, academic progress, and preliminary college preparations and expectations. The counselors will present the same information to sophomores on January 26 during Theology class.
| | Congratulations to these seniors on their awarded scholarships! | | |
Abigail Ayers
High Point University Scholarship
Blake Ayers
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Julianna Bisig
Coastal Carolina University Teal Scholar Merit Award
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Penn State Discover Award
Nathan D'Costa
Drexel University A.J. Drexel Scholarship
Reagan Favaro
University of Delaware Non-Resident Blue Hen Scholarship
University of Kentucky Bluegrass Spirit Scholarship
Miami University RedHawk Excellence Scholarship
Michigan State University Dean's Scholarship
Michigan State University Presidential Study Abroad Scholarship
University of Rhode Island University Scholarship
Eliana Francis
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Ellie Hussey
Wofford College Old Main Scholarship
Joseph Kapsiak
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
High Point University Presidential Fellowship
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Sabrina Lewis
Loyola University of Maryland Dean's Scholarship
University of Vermont Trustee Scholarship
Noah Melvin
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Taylor Palmere
University of Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship
Landon Payne
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Declan Sinton
University of Mississippi Academic Merit Non-Resident Scholarship
Molly Ward
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Furman University Bell Tower Scholarship
Ben Williams
Miami University RedHawk Excellence Scholarship
Gracie Wolfe
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Elon University Presidential Scholarship
Mar Zamudio
Loyola University Chicago Regents Scholarship
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Football Informational Meeting
Parents of students interested in playing football during the 2026–27 season are invited to attend an informational meeting hosted by Coach Brodowicz on Tuesday, January 13, at 7:00 PM in the Fine Arts Center auditorium. No previous football experience is required.
Coach Brodowicz looks forward to sharing more about the program and answering any questions you may have.
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Jane Osborne Memorial Scholarship
The Charlotte Metro Area Relocation Council (CMARC) is pleased to share information about the Jane Osborne Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship offers a one-time $1,000 award to one qualifying Charlotte-area high school senior. The scholarship is open to current seniors who relocated to the Charlotte area anytime between 8th grade graduation and 12th grade. Applications are due by March 2, 2026. Seniors who believe they are eligible should come to the Counseling Office to pick up an application.
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Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship
Applications are now open! This award recognizes North Carolina high school seniors who plan to attend a postsecondary program in North Carolina next fall. Submit a short essay and your application by February 8, 2026. Apply HERE!
For full details, visit the website or stop by the Counseling Office.
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Lift Up Carolinas Scholarship Applications Now Open!
Lift Up Carolinas (formerly Assistance League of Charlotte) has opened its 2026 scholarship application season, running November 30, 2025 – March 22, 2026. Seniors can apply HERE. More information is available at liftupcarolinas.org.
Scholarships are available for seniors attending a Mecklenburg County high school who are either planning to enroll full-time at one of the 17 UNC system campuses (min. 3.0 weighted GPA and 1100 SAT / 21 ACT) OR planning to enroll full-time at CPCC (min. 2.5 weighted GPA).
Lift Up Carolinas awards scholarships based on community service, academic performance, and financial need. For questions, email: scholarship@lucarolinas.org.
| VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES & COMMUNITY EVENTS | |
Inclusion Rocks Concert
The Inclusion Rocks Festival is an annual celebration, bringing community together to support inclusive education across Catholic Schools. The festival will take place at Charlotte Catholic High School on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 1:00 - 7:00 PM.
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Guatemala Mission Trip
If God is calling you to serve the poor, the St. Vincent de Paul church provides a special opportunity in the form of mission work to our brothers and sisters in El Carmen, Guatemala. Please contact JoAnna Johnson at guatemalamissionstvincent@gmail.com if you are searching for a way to share God’s love through the support of our mission.
If you would like to help by contributing Bibles, books for the children, or supplies, please donate through ParishSOFT and selecting Guatemala mission ministry or see our Amazon wish list.
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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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