2025 Events you won't want to miss!

January 9, 2025 - Issue 396

SAVE THE DATE!

Join Us for the 22nd Annual Calcutta Auction - Tuesday, March 18th!

We are excited to invite you to our Annual Calcutta Auction on Tuesday, March 18th! This event is our largest fundraiser of the year, and all proceeds will directly support student tuition assistance at Cleveland Central Catholic High School. Your participation helps ensure that more students can access a quality Catholic education at Cleveland Central Catholic High School!

We look forward to an exciting evening of fun, bidding and March Madness - all for a great cause!!

Sponsorship opportunities will be announced soon, so stay tuned for details on how you can get involved. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you have questions, please contact Sarah Nowlin, Assistant Director of Advancement at snowlin@ccc-hs.org or (440) 799-7292.

A FLASHBACK TO CALCUTTA 2024...

Take a look at the incredible moments from last year's fundraising event!

Let’s make this year even more memorable! Don't miss out on the FUN!

SPORTS SHOUT OUTS!

Girls Wrestling: Congratulations to Ajiahana Triplett '26, who claimed First Place in her weight class at the Austintown Fitch Tournament on January 3! What an impressive achievement!

Boys Wrestling: On December 23, the boys wrestling team took home the Team Champion trophy thanks to 10, top-5 placers at the Fort Frye Tournament. Way to go Ironmen!

Boys Varsity Basketball: We also want to recognize Donovan Driscal `27, who was named MVP at the Play by Play Classic for his outstanding performance, scoring 23 points in the game against Hawken. The Ironmen triumphed over Hawken with an impressive 72-61 victory on January 5!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS: AMARI NORMAN '25

We would like to shine a spotlight on an outstanding member of our senior class, Amari Norman `25. With plans to pursue a degree in nursing, along with a minor in psychology, Amari is excited about what the future holds.

Reflecting on her journey through high school, Amari expresses how she has cultivated a better attitude toward school and improved her grades. Among her favorite memories, winning Homecoming Princess stands out, alongside the excitement of volleyball and cheerleading! These experiences were not just highlights; they helped shape Amari's high school experience.

When asked about the teacher or faculty member who had the greatest impact on her, she chose Mr. Anthony Bien `99, saying, “He always taught me the importance of being prepared for the future.”

Among her many accomplishments, Amari is most proud of making the decision to attend Cleveland Central Catholic High School. She said she chose to attend CCCHS because of the positive environment and many opportunities available to students. She also has an aunt who attended CCCHS!

As Amari reflects on her time here, she offers advice for incoming freshmen: “Take everything seriously and keep God on the pathway to your success.” She finds inspiration in the words of Psalm 46:5: "God is within her; she will not fall." This guidance serves as a reminder to future students about the importance of faith and determination.

We can’t wait to see all the amazing things Amari will achieve in the future! Congratulations on your accomplishments and best of luck in your next adventures!

LET US HELP YOU WITH FAFSA!

Attention all Seniors!

Have you completed your FAFSA?

So many families are intimidated by completing the necessary documentation for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA.) Help is on the way with our FREE FAFSA Workshop! FAFSA is required for college-bound students in the United States to determine their eligibility to receive student financial aid.

College Now will be hosting two more FAFSA workshops at Cleveland Central Catholic. Parents and students are encouraged to attend.

Our representative, Ms. DeAnna DeForest, will be holding workshops on the following dates:

Monday, January 13, 2025 (8:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)

Sign up sheets are available in the guidance office. Sign up now to reserve your spot! Please be advised that parents should have their 2023 taxes completed and filed to complete the FAFSA process. Social security numbers are also required.

For any questions, please contact our guidance counselors at 216-441-4700.

Ariel Watts (A-G) x226

Lizandra Alicea (H-O) x255

Valerie Cooper (P-Z) x285

DID YOU KNOW? On average, the FAFSA form takes LESS THAN ONE HOUR to submit - possibly less with the assistance of the FAFSA workshop experts! SIGN UP NOW FOR THE WORKSHOP!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

BASKETBALL:

Girls Varsity:

Saturday, 1/11: 2:30 PM - Girls Varsity to host John Marshall

Monday, 1/13: 7:00 PM - Girls Varsity to host Garfield Heights

Wednesday, 1/15: 7:00 PM - Girls Varsity at Lorain HS

Saturday, 1/18: 12:00 PM - Girls Varsity at Brooklyn HS

Monday, 1/20: 7:00 PM - Girls Varsity at North Royalton HS

Boys Varsity:

Saturday, 1/11: 7:30 PM - Boys Varsity at Rhodes HS

Tuesday, 1/14: 7:30 PM - Boys Varsity to host Lorain HS

Saturday, 1/18: 7:30 PM - Boys Varsity to host Benedictine HS

WRESTLING:

Girls Varsity:

Saturday, 1/11: - Girls Varsity @ Akron North HS

Sunday, 1/26: - Girls Varsity @ Milford HS

Boys Varsity:

Saturday, 1/18: Boys Varsity to Catholic Invitational Tournament @ Elder HS

Sunday, 1/19: Tournament Continued @ Elder HS

For a full list of upcoming sporting events, please click HERE .

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Cleveland Central Catholic High School

6550 Baxter Avenue

216.441.4700

Cleveland, OH 44105