Prayer for March - the month of Saint Joseph
O Joseph, virgin-father of Jesus, most pure spouse of the Virgin Mary, pray every day for us to the same Jesus, the Son of God, that we, being defended by the power of his grace and striving dutifully in life, may be crowned by him at the hour of death.
Our Lady of Mercy and St. Joseph pray for us.
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Need spring break plans? Amazing Ilse of Palms beach house available for the week
along with fabulous art, gift cards, Quail Hollow golf outing and much more!
Today, March 21 CCHS Tennis Coach Jo Cabana will be inducted into the National High School Tennis Hall of Fame! Please join us at 3:30 PM Today at the South Meck Tennis courts to to honor her celebrate this great accomplishment!
CCHS Athletic Boosters: Please join us Monday, March 28 at 8:00 AM for our General Meeting. This Meeting will be held virtually using Teams. Click here for the link
News from the PTO - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week: We will be celebrating our faculty and staff the week of March 21-25. There are a couple of ways you can help!
Thank you to everyone who signed up to bring in gift cards! We met our goal! Please send in the gift cards labeled PTO - Teacher Appreciation Week and turn into the Front Office by Tuesday, March 22.
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On Wednesday, March 23 we will host a Faculty Prayer Breakfast with a variety of delicious breakfast items to kick off their day. Please consider signing up to bring in some special items.
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Details can be found on the Signup Genius page: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090d4caea62eab9-weekly
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We would also like to ask all of our families to lift our faculty and staff up in prayer on Wednesday. We ask that each family say the rosary in honor of them.
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Thank you helping us show our appreciation to our wonderful teachers and staff.
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News for Students
2022-23 CHEERLEADING: Calling Rising 9th - rising 12th graders. If interested in trying out for the 2022-23 school year, attend an information meeting on Monday, March 21 at 6:30 PM in the school cafeteria. At least one parent and athlete encouraged to attend. Contact Coach Anderson with questions viv.anderson4@gmail.com
Titanic, The Musical tickets on sale now! Tickets only available on the school store. Please bring in a paper receipt, or have it available on your phone. Your electronic activity pass, not your ID card, can admit students once during the run of the show.
The show runs March 24, March 25 and March 26 starting at 7:00 PM each night, there is no admittance after the performance has begun. Click here for the school store:
The Rho Kappa National History Honor Society will be collecting items to support Firehouse #24 who respond to all of our fire alarms and safety issues. Please help show your support by donating the following items: bottled water, coffee k-cups, energy drinks, and individually packaged snacks. Collection boxes will be located on 1st floor across from Campus Ministry. Please bring in items Monday March 21 - Friday, April 1. Thank you for helping support Firehouse #24. If there are any questions, please email Ms. Chamberlain @amchamberlain@charlottecatholic.com.
9th Annual Cougars 4 a Cure - this fundraiser is back at CCHS to raise money for bladder cancer research at the Levine Cancer Institute. Long-sleeve Vineyard Vines shirts designed by CCHS senior, Morgan Salvino, are available to purchase for $25 through the school store. Cougars 4 a Cure shirts Please contact Morgan at 2022.salvino.mo@cchsemail.org with any questions. Deadline is March 31
CCHS International Week: The Spanish, German, French, and Latin Honor Societies are hosting an International Week Celebration at CCHS on April 4-8. We want to recognize the many different and beautiful cultures present in the CCHS community. Parents, teachers, and students, please fill out the following survey to help us celebrate our diversity
The President’s Volunteer Service Award is a civil award measured over a 12-month period (May 1, 2021 through May 1, 2022 this year). The award is given for multiple levels of service depending on the age of the student and how many hours they have given. All grade levels at CCHS are eligible. The verification form and criteria can be found here: https://www.charlottecatholic.org/Page/415 Turn in a hard copy of the verification form to Mrs. Murlless by May 16, 2022. Students should see their counselor with any questions.
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News for Parents
MACS School Board Open Meeting: Tuesday, March 22 at 6:30 PM at St. Ann's Catholic School. All are welcome to attend.
Reminder to Nominate Outstanding Faculty for The Sr. Paulette Williams Awards: The awards 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 nominate teachers for this award. Five winners are selected each year, and each winner is presented $5,000. Click here for the Nomination Form
Calling all Charlotte Catholic Dads! Join us for our second annual Mass celebrating our amazing Charlotte Catholic Dads! We appreciate all you do, and the gifts you bring to our community through your time, talent and treasure, along with your children, our students. Carve out some time to be with other men in our community, in worship and fellowship.
Please join Fr. Reid Friday, April 1 at 8:15 AM in the Chapel for the celebration of Mass.
Coffee and homemade baked goods will be served after Mass outside the Chapel.
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Counselors' Corner
A college representative will meet in-person, or virtually where indicated, at CCHS with any Sophomore, Junior or Senior student that is interested. A counselor is also present.
- A college rep is the person who reads the application for admission so a face-to-face meeting will serve the student well.
- The student must print a screenshot of the SCOIR registration and have their teacher sign it as their pass.
- A student needs to remember that they are representing CCHS at these meetings so come with some good questions and your best behavior.
- The visits will be listed each Friday for the following week and a complete list is available on SCOIR.
- CCHS students are required to wear a mask while meeting with a college representative.
Monday, March 28
Lynn University at 2:00 PM
Tuesday, March 29
Georgia Southern University at 11:00 AM
Roanoke College at 12:45 PM
Monday, April 11
East Carolina University at 9:45 AM
Tuesday, May 3
Carolina University at 11:00 AM VIRTUAL
Congratulations to these seniors on their awarded scholarships!
Blythe Bishop
University of Alabama Competitive Admissions Scholarship
University of Alabama Tutwiler Opportunity Scholarship
Jackson Elsass
George Mason University Mason Recognition Award
Joseph Flynn
University of Missouri Mark Twain Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship
Emma Iles
The Ohio State University National Buckeye Scholarship
The Ohio State University Provost Scholarship
Michael Morais
Appalachian State University Appalachian Excellence Scholarship
Auburn University Academic Heritage Scholarship
University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Distinction Award
Catherine Schilli
Gettysburg College Abraham Lincoln Scholarship
Vivian Trinh
Loyola University Chicago Presidential Scholarship
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.
CCHS Scholarships for Graduating Seniors in the Class of 2022
Nominations and Applications are now open.
The Class of 1989 Memorial Scholarship: $500 Recognizes an individual senior student attending Charlotte Catholic High School whose life has been affected by cancer. Students may self-nominate, or may be nominated by other students, faculty and staff.
Alumni Association Scholarship: $2,000 Only open to Legacy students (students who have a parent who attended CCHS). It is an self-application.
Kara Ann Kloiber Make a Difference Award: $5,000 Awarded to a graduating senior who has exemplified and contributed to Charlotte Catholic’s spirit of community, inclusiveness, charity and service. Any member of the senior class, a member of CCHS faculty or a staff member may nominate a student in the class of 2022. Self-nominations will not be accepted.
Mental Health Resources from the Counseling Department:
The past two years have been like no other and with this in mind the CCHS Counseling Department is working to provide information about community mental health resources and programs to our families. The information we pass along is no way an endorsement for any one program or organization. Rather, our goal is to connect the CCHS community with the community at large during what has and continues to be difficult on the mental and emotional health of many.
Discovery Place: Mental Health Mind Matters Exhibit: Website
The new special exhibition Mental Health: MIND MATTERS explores the stigma of mental illness while illustrating the facts—mental illness is common; it can happen to anyone, and it is treatable. Featuring hands-on activities and multimedia experiences, this exhibition explores the science behind our feelings and how we experience the world around us.
Teen Health Connection
February 15/March 22: Zoom: Preparing your teen for a successful transition
March 15: Zoom: Active Parenting: Control vs Influence
March 8: Zoom: Supporting your teen’s behavioral health
March 1: Zoom: Teens & Technology-Finding the Balance
February 22/March 29: Zoom: Substance Use Prevention-What Parents Need to Know
University of Southern California summer programs: Join the virtual information session on Thursday, March 24 4:00 PM Pacific Time
- 2022 USC Summer Programs Virtual Information Session: hear all about USC Summer Programs and gain direct knowledge about the 2022 Summer Program! Through this webinar, we will highlight the benefits of attending USC Summer Programs, dive into our USC Summer experience, and discuss application best practices and common mistakes! You will also have the opportunity to ask our administrative staff questions through the Q&A feature on Zoom that will be answered in real-time!
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https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SaNvllM3RVmRS4Lz_ipTNg
Delta Chi has joined with a diverse group of fraternities and alumni to form the Men’s College Scholarship which will award $50,000 in scholarships this year to inspire college attendance and academic success by young men. Current or future membership in a fraternity is not required.
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The scholarship is designed to identify and reward outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in the field of academics, extra-curricular school activities and community involvement. This scholarship is available to any male, graduating senior from an accredited high school who is enrolling in a four-year undergraduate college program that commences in the fall. The scholarship is awarded through the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence. The application deadline is April 1, 2022, so time is short. You click on this link for more information: Men’s College Scholarship
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The Bridge Scholarship again this year to a graduating senior from Mecklenburg County. The Bridge Scholarship is a $20,000 four-year scholarship, $2,500 at the beginning of each semester, awarded to the student who can best present their case to receive the scholarship to the Bridge Foundation.
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This scholarship is designed for the student who is driven to succeed to the best of their personal ability. There is no grade point average requirement, test score standard, or academic baseline; nor is there is specific need-basis for the scholarship award. Here is the link to the Scholarship Application.
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If a student has any questions, they can email The Bridge Foundation at info@thebridgefoundation.net, or they can call Michael DePalma at 704-724-3634. Applications for the upcoming scholarship are due April 1, 2022.
Scholarship Opportunities:
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Campus Ministry
New Times for Lent Prayer Opportunities:
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Confessions: Every Thursday during all lunch times (11:37 - 1:37) unless otherwise noted.
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Rosary will be offered for the school and community intentions in the chapel Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 2:40 PM.
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Stations of the Cross during Lent: Fridays at 2:40 PM in the Chapel.
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.
Bishop’s Annual Youth Pilgrimage to Belmont Abbey: Saturday, April 9, 2022. The Theme for the event is, “Faith More Precious Than Gold” (1 Peter 1:7). We have provided an online group and family registration form for your convenience. Please click the link below.
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Each year the youth really enjoy this pilgrimage event in preparation for the Eucharistic Congress. This year we will also be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Diocese of Charlotte. For more information on the event please see the linked memo or visit the GoEucharist.com.
- If you have any questions or problems opening the registration form, please contact Kay Jordan in our office at 704-370-3244.
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News from CCHS Athletic Boosters and the Athletic Department
CCHS Boosters Spirit Store – March update
- The recently expanded cafeteria location remains open for students each Tuesday and Thursday from 10:15 AM-1:45 PM
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New hoodie designs are now available!
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Come check out the merchandise designed by Mr. King’s marketing students
- Practice t shirts and shorts in stock
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Classic Catholic sweatshirts always available in the store or online at Addlogos.com. Note that Addlogos no longer accepts call in or walk in orders.
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Merchandise will also be available at the Stadium location during select lacrosse and soccer games this spring. Stop in to shop, catch a match.
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Interested in volunteering? The spirit store is in need of help to run the cafeteria and stadium locations. Contact Angie Johnston to inquire further (amcguirt@carolina.rr.com) Volunteers must have all requirements on file with the office (background check, Protecting God’s Children).
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Community Opportunities
Educators, students and parents are welcome to attend the free event promoting STEM education: Saturday, April 9 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM at CPCC, It will feature aerospace engineer, Shayla Rivera, a former rocket scientist with NASA. She is the current director of the ENGR[x] program and professor of practice with the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University. She is a lifelong champion of science and education with a comedic delivery. While this presentation may be focused for women in STEM, boys are welcome as well.
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The event is hosted by BFB Foundation in partnership with Central Piedmont Community College’s Ruth G. Shaw Scholarship program. The presenting sponsor is State Employees Credit Union (SECU) whose generous support will help provide scholarships for students in both Charlotte and Guatemala through our partnership with CPCC.
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Register for free tickets here: Shayla Rivera Event Tickets
ISF is dedicated to improving rare pediatric cancer treatment options in an effort to increase survival rates of kids with cancer. Over the course of fourteen years, ISF has funded nearly $6 million toward expanding the scope of research and treatment and supporting families dealing with cancer in a variety of ways.
Are you a future leader looking to create change in our community this summer? Then apply to join our team of dedicated change makers!
Intern leads and volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about rare pediatric cancers, the art of fundraising, how a successful nonprofit is run, and leadership skills they can take with them wherever they go in life. ISF summer interns will hear firsthand from supporters, children with rare cancers, and business leaders how important creating change is not just for cancer families, but our community as a whole.
Application deadlines: Intern Lead- March 15th (paid, multiple positions available)
Intern Volunteer- April 15th
Volunteer Opportunity: Hit the Brixx event on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Blakeney Shopping Center in South Charlotte.
The 5K starts at 7:45 am and 10K starts at 8:30 am. Volunteers would help with pre-race packet pickup (May 19 and 20), race day packet pickup, course monitors, and volunteers for water stations. Interested in Volunteering, please call me at 704-602-0890 or email gluodenisa@hpccr.org
The FBI Charlotte 2022 Teen Academy will welcome high school students (sophomores, juniors and seniors) between the ages of 15-18 to a three-day program this summer beginning Wednesday, July 13th to Friday, July 15th from 9:00am -3:30pm each day. All sessions will be held at the Charlotte FBI headquarters.
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COVID-19 Information
February 26, 2022 MACS COVID guidelines: Click here
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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.
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The school Cafeteria is open before school, during break and all 3 lunches. Cash or a student account may be used for purchase.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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National Honor Society Tutoring
Every Wednesday from 2:35 - 3:05 PM in the Library. Any subject, just drop in!
Science National Honors Society Tutoring
. 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.
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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
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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.
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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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