Wednesday, February 2, 2022
A Prayer for Catholic Schools Week

Heavenly Father, this Catholic Schools Week we ask You to renew us in our pursuit of Faith, Excellence, and Service.  Pour Your Holy Spirit into our hearts so that through Your Word and the Sacraments, as well as our studies and activities, our life-giving Catholic Faith is strengthened.  With knowledge and humility, may we pursue Excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and leadership.  Guide us as we face the challenges before us, and imbue our hearts with a desire for Service. 
By Your grace, may our words and actions reflect our commitment to being intentional disciples for Christ here at Charlotte Catholic High School and out in the world

Our Lady of Mercy and St. Joseph pray for us.
New Announcements
The CCHS Foundation is pleased to open the nomination period for the Sr. Paulette Williams, RSM Awards TODAY, Wednesday, February 2 on Celebrate our Faculty Day of Catholic Schools Week!  The Sister Paulette Williams, RSM Awards are presented to five CCHS teachers each year at Graduation by the CCHS Foundation. The awards are intended to inspire and honor CCHS faculty members who truly excel in their roles as educators and mentors. The entire community - parents, students, faculty and staff - are encouraged to be a part of the process and nominate teachers for this award. Five winners are selected each year, and each winner is presented $5,000. Please take the time to fill out this simple nomination form.  Click here for the Nomination Form

Student Travel Opportunity: Travel to Paris, Florence, Rome, Sorrento & Capri with Ms. Katz in Spring 2023. Details will be shared at an in person informational meeting in the CCHS library on Thursday, February 17 at 7:00 PM. Use this link to register for the meeting: https://bit.ly/3J7Rvgv Spots are limited, so please RSVP. Email eekatz@charlottecatholic.com if you have any questions. THIS IS NOT A CHARLOTTE CATHOLIC SPONSORED TRIP

CCHS Athletic Boosters NEW Spirit Store is Now Open in the Cafeteria:
  • New merchandise with more on the way!
  • Hours of operation for the month of February are 10:15 AM - 1:45 PM Tuesdays and Thursday (for Students).
  • It will be open for parents following the PSAT Interpretation Session on Wednesday, February 2 (Meeting starts at 6:30 PM)
  • Retro basketball jerseys on sale while supplies last! Jersey tops $5 and shorts $1.
  • Questions? Contact Angie Johnston amcguirt@carolina.rr.com

PSAT Interpretation Meeting - Wednesday, February 2: Click here for all information

Updated Quarter Two and Semester One Honor Roll is available here for a limited time: https://www.charlottecatholic.org/Page/1050 Congratulations to all of our students for their continued scholastic effort and achievement.
Catholic Schools Week

Monday, January 31 - Friday, February 4


Catholic Schools Week Message from Superintendent Dr. Greg Monroe: Click here

Each day of Catholic Schools Week, a CCHS teacher will speak during the morning announcements reflection on "What a Catholic Education Means to Me". Check here each day to read them:


Service Project Collection Monday, January 31 - Friday February 4: CCHS’s Puzzles and Sudoku Club is partnering with Catholic Charities to collect personal items for kits for newly arrived refugees. Please bring shampoo, bath soap, hand soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, razors and shave cream. Please place items in the hallway by the Library. 
News for Students

It's time for Sadie Hawkins! A Night at the Lodge: Saturday, February 5: Click here for information and tickets

Baseball team tryouts will take place Monday, February 14 from 3:30 - 5:30 PM at Jack Hughes Park in Pineville. For questions, please contact Coach Glossner at kglossner@htcms.net

Mandatory student meeting for those interested in Outdoor Track: Tuesday, February 15 at 10:21 AM during morning break in the gym.  Tryouts February 16-17 (NO CUTS) First Team Practice February 22.  Please CLICK HERE to submit required student/parent contact information to Coach Bolling. Please contact Coach Bolling with any questions nkbolling@charlottecatholic.com Go Cougars!

The yearbook is taking applications for staff members for next year. The application requires creating a sample spread that is used in the evaluation process. If you are interested, pick up an application in the folder located outside of Mrs. Simpson’s room (514). Applications must be received by Friday, February 25. Please contact Mrs. Simpson BASimpson@Charlottecatholic.com with any questions.

New Theatre Sweatshirts are on sale now in the school store. Limited quantities available. Act now! Click here for the school store to order

Students who would like to take AP Art or Honors Portfolio Prep next school year will need to submit a digital portfolio for review by Friday, February 18, 2022. Specifications and templates for the portfolio can be viewed on these links. Please email Melissa McManus with any questions: melissa.mcmanus@cchsemail.org
AP Art:
Honors Portfolio Prep: 

Does your student struggle with the challenging discipline of science? Help you student get the assistance they need! The Science National Honors Society is providing free tutoring for students in need of help in their science class. A member of SNHS will be matched with the student in need for 3 sessions of 45 minutes each over the course of a month, to be scheduled on campus at a time convenient for the tutor and student.  Please email the SNHS faculty advisor, Karen Belciglio, kabelciglio@charlottecatholic.com with specific the student name, science class, instructor, the topics they wish to cover.  We’ll respond within 2 school days. 
News for Parents



The PTO needs your help to make the Sadie Hawkins a success! Please click the links below and help where you can.  Thank you!

The Gala is Charlotte Catholic’s biggest annual fundraising event and there are many ways you can participate and support CCHS: Click here for information to donate to the online auction and all the event and The Gala 2022 details.
Counselors' Corner

Congratulations to these seniors on their awarded scholarships!
 
Bridget Bendezu
Appalachian State University Appalachian Excellence Scholarship
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Marymount Manhattan College Presidential Scholarship
 
James Brewer
Michigan State University Non-resident Scholarship
Michigan State University Presidential Study Abroad Scholarship
North Carolina Wesleyan College Wesleyan President’s Scholarship
 
Sophie Gornet
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Florida Gulf Coast University Blue and Green Director’s Award
Nova Southeastern University Dean’s Scholarship
University of South Carolina-Beaufort BCH Residential Scholarship
University of South Carolina-Beaufort Annual Scholarship Cash Award
The University of Tampa UT Merit Scholarship
 
Clare Hammonds
Wofford College Merit Scholarship
 
Ainsley King
Loyola University Chicago Deans Scholarship
Loyola University Maryland Loyola Scholarship
University College Dublin International Student Scholarship
 
Ava Perry
Appalachian State University Appalachian Excellence Scholarship
Furman University Bell Tower Scholarship
 
Joseph Ruller
St. John Fisher College Flower City Award
St. John Fisher College Presidential Scholarship
Ithaca College Academic Scholarship
Ithaca College Residential Experience Scholarship
 
Emma Sciotto
Carroll College All Saints Award
Fisher College Achievement Scholarship
Fisher College On Campus Award
Neumann University Assisi Award
Point Park University Founders Award
University of Portland Catholic High School Success Award

Seniors: Please provide a copy (paper or electronic) of the scholarships earned from a university or business to your counselor. Print the scholarship before notifying the college you will not attend, otherwise the portal will be deleted. These scholarships will be noted one time in the Catholic Daily on Fridays and in the Graduation Program. The name of the scholarship and the college that awarded it will be recognized. The actual dollar amount is not made public though is noted as part of the class grand total at the end of the school year.
Cougar Kudos

The Men and Women's Swim and Dive teams both placed Second at the Conference meet this past weekend. On the Boy's side, Alex Ayers won Conference Swimmer of the Year while winning the 500 freestyle. The Girl's team had 3 Relays win and several individual champions including Sydney Sanders, Abby Druhan (New Conference Record in 100 Breastroke and 100 Freestyle), Leyla Sleime (New Conference Record in the 500 Freestyle), and Lauren Bernardo (New Conference Record in the 100 Backstroke). Both teams are competing at the Regional Championships this weekend. Go Aqua Cougars!
Campus Ministry

Adoration and Confessions: Every Thursday during all lunch times (11:37 - 1:37) unless otherwise noted.

Rosary will be offered for the school and community intentions in the chapel Monday through Wednesday at 2:40 PM.

Rosaries for Charlotte Catholic: Please consider signing up for a day to pray the Rosary for the spiritual needs of all those at CCHS: Sign up here

For more information about Campus Ministry, the Weekly Rosary intention, and more, click here.
News from CCHS Athletic Boosters and the Athletic Department

Spring Sports Team Photos: Save the date, Monday, February 21 starting at 9:00 AM. Details will be sent to the team parents in early February. Questions? Please contact Leah Foley 88foleyfamily@gmail.com

Important message regarding attending CCHS sporting events:
We look forward to seeing our spectators and fans at winter sporting events. 
  • We are still faced with many obstacles and challenges because of the ongoing COVID pandemic and, as you know, there is a surge in COVID cases in the area. CCHS will require that masks are worn at all indoor sporting events.  Our goal is to keep fans in the stands and do our part to help stall the spread of the viruses.
  • Thank you for your cooperation! Please contact Kevin Christmas, Athletic Director (kechristmas@charlottediocese.org), with any questions.

Go Cougars!
COVID-19 Information

As of Friday, January 28, there are 11 reported active cases of COVID-19 among CCHS students, faculty and staff.

January 25 COVID Contact Update: Please contact the CCHS Health Room 704-716-2424 or Nurse Lorraine Maslanka LHMaslanka@charlottecatholic.com or Nurse Joan Trautmann, jltrautmann@charlottecatholic.com if your student tests positive or with any COVID concerns.

Quick Resources
Attendance
24-hour Attendance Hotline 704-716-2418
* Please follow these procedures *
Early Dismissal: If your student needs early dismissal, please have them bring a note to the attendance office first thing in the morning with their name and exact time of dismissal. This will allow your student to leave school without a parent entering the building to sign them out.
Return to school after an absence: A parent note is needed for documentation after any student absence.
Bus Service
 For information about the MACS bus service, visit MACS Transportation.
The school Cafeteria is open before school, during break and all 3 lunches. Cash or a student account may be used for purchase.
For Cafeteria Questions contact Mrs. Yarborough at Yarborough@aladdinfood.com
Carpool and Parking Information
The paved and gravel lots are closed for construction work.
There is no parking in these lots this year.
The Little Avenue entrance will be closed due to construction of the Fine Arts Center this school year. All traffic entering campus will use the Highway 51 (Pineville-Matthews Road) entrance or the Walsh Boulevard entrance. Traffic exiting via Little Avenue will now be redirected behind the visitors’ side of the stadium and to Walsh Boulevard.
There is no vehicle or pedestrian access to or from Little Avenue.
Carpool Drop off and Pick up Reminders:
Parents may only enter campus to drop off or pick up by entering from 51.
During drop off and pick up only students and faculty parking in the B Deck may enter the campus from Walsh.
There is no drop off in front of or in the parking garage.
The entrance to campus from Pineville-Matthews Road is one way during school hours.
The Little Avenue Entrance is closed due to construction of the Fine Arts Center. 
Student drivers and parents are reminded not to use The Waterford Square Apartments as a cut through: We have had multiple reports of speeding on the streets and have been asked by the apartment complex to remind drivers not cut through. Please help prevent accidents and keep our community safe.
Please do NOT drop off or pick up your student at neighboring businesses. The school has received many calls asking us to not use their parking lots. Please help us be a good neighbor.
The Catholic Daily
Please keep UP-TO-DATE with daily announcements (The Catholic Daily) and communications from CCHS via email. Senders will be "Charlotte Catholic High School" noreply@charlottecatholic.com or CCHS_Communications@charlottecatholic.com. Please mark both as safe senders.

For questions related to The Catholic Daily, please email catholicdaily@cchsemail.org
Driving Eligibility Certificate
Driving Eligibility Certificates are available at the front reception desk during scheduled office hours.
Drivers Ed
Jordan Driving School offers Drivers Ed at CCHS - Sign up for a class!
Click here for all information
Inclement Weather
If school is closed, or there is a change to the regular daily schedule due to inclement weather, you will be notified via the email address and telephone number the school has on record.
National Honor Society Tutoring 
Every Wednesday from 2:35 - 3:05 PM in the Library. Any subject, just drop in!
Parking Permits for Students
Students who have purchased parking passes must park in their assigned spot. Tags were distributed in homeroom at the start of the school year and must be displayed at all times when on campus.
Click Here for the school store to purchase student parking permits
For Questions please contact Mr. Conrad RJConrad@charlottecatholic.com
PTO
The PTO depends 100% on dues and donations.
Click here to pay your dues and support the PTO
If you are interested in volunteering, Click here to view the various committees that can use your help.
Contact PTO President Jennifer Jones Jennifer Jones chj_jcj@hotmail.com for more information.
Scheduling of School Facilities and Meetings
CCHS community members wishing to schedule on-campus or Zoom meetings (team parents, and others who would like to schedule facilities cafeteria, library, etc.), need to contact Dr. Maria Leahy MMLeahy@charlottecatholic.com with the date, time, and location to check availability with regard to the school calendar and space.
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