Friday, May 21, 2021
As students seek to wrap up the school year strong, let us pray this prayer of Saint Thomas Aquinas, one of the most brilliant men who ever lived, that God would bless our students in their studies:

"Come, Holy Spirit, Divine Creator, true source of light and fountain of wisdom! Pour forth your brilliance upon my dense intellect, dissipate the darkness which covers me, that of sin and of ignorance. Grant me a penetrating mind to understand, a retentive memory, method and ease in learning, the lucidity to comprehend, and abundant grace in expressing myself. Guide the beginning of my work, direct its progress, and bring it to successful completion. Through Christ our Lord, Amen."

St. Joseph pray for us.
New Announcements
In Case you missed it: May 20 issue of Cougar News

Friday, May 28: CCHS will dismiss at Noon in preparation for graduation. Busses will depart at 12:10 and the office will close at noon, if you need Drivers Eligibility Forms please plan accordingly.

The MACS School Board is accepting applications: Click here for information
News for CCHS Students

Student Council 2021-2022: Any current Sophomore or Junior interested in running for an Executive Student Council office for the coming school year should report to Dr. Sigwald’s room (225) immediately after school Today, Friday, May 21 for a brief meeting.

Dance Team 2021-22 Information: There will be 2 mandatory meetings for those interested in trying out for the 2021-22 Dance Team.
  • Monday, May 24 after school in the gym for students interested in dance team tryouts. Tryout packets will be handed out at this meeting.
  • Tuesday, June 1 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM via Zoom. For parents and students Click Here for Zoom Link
  • Contact Coach Taylor jataylor@charlottecatholic.com with any questions.

The Young Activists Club: Hygiene product drive for Foster Village Charlotte. Foster Village Charlotte is a non-profit organization working with children in the foster care system and their parents. Items such as soap, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products are preferred. Items can be dropped off in the boxes outside the library. Foster Village Charlotte advocates for and supports the six hundred foster children in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our school's contribution is special as the month of May is National Foster Care Month. The school drive will run until June 4. We are excited to see the effect Charlotte Catholic can make on the community before the end of the school year! Questions? please contact Mrs. Katz EEKatz@charlottecatholic.com or Fernanda Ramirez 2024.fe.ramirez@cchsemail.org
News for CCHS Seniors - Class of 2021

Seniors! Please fill this out to receive a gift from the Alumni Association at the Senior Breakfast Friday, May 21: https://www.charlottecatholicalumni.org/2021-graduate-alumni-update-form

Seniors and Parents' of Seniors: In case you missed it - update on Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation Click here to read the letter from Mr. Telford - May 19, 2021

Event information and live stream links can be found on the school calendar:
In case you missed it, please click here for the letter about Graduation events.

Life Touch Photographer will be at graduation! Click here for information

Senior Computer Return Reminder: Computer return for seniors is by appointment. Students scheduled an appointment that met with their schedule. For reference, here is a list of appointment times: 

Seniors and Senior Parents: Transition to University Virtual Seminar: Thank you to the students and parents that were able to attend Dr. Harper's virtual presentation. Please visit the Counseling page of the website for Dr. Harper's slide presentation and additional resources.
News for CCHS Parents

Plan ahead to NOT cook for CCHS! Restaurant Spirit Nights are coming soon: Forget about meal planning and cooking on Wednesdays and support CCHS by dining out or ordering in! Keep an eye out each week for more details and make sure you use the flyer or promo code to ensure your purchase supports CCHS! Click Here for all the Flyers!
Save the dates below:

  • Wednesday, May 26: Nothing But Noodles at Stonecrest (ALL DAY)
  • Wednesday, June 2: Shake Shack at Park Road Shopping Center (ALL DAY)
  • Friday, June 4: Ben & Jerry's at Foxcroft (3-5pm)
  • Wednesday, June 9: True Crafted Pizza at Stonecrest (ALL DAY)
  • Wednesday, June 16: Brixx at Foxcroft (ALL DAY)

Heart of a Champion: Due to remaining COVID restrictions HOC will not be held this year. HOC will return next year, until then it is suggested that athletes see their family physicians for athletic physicals.

Class of 2025: New dates for PTO Parent to Parent Meeting: Click here for the Letter

From the Diocese of Charlotte: Assistant Superintendent of Schools Announcement

CCHS Math and English Summer Enrichment Programs: Click here for the flyer
News from CCHS Athletic Boosters


All Spectators at athletic events are asked to follow state CDC guidelines. Thank you for your cooperation.

Cougar Athletics: Please see UPDATED details related to spectators here. We know you want to cheer our teams on in person, but since spectators are limited, why not cheer them on from your sofa! Watch the live stream here. Full season schedules can be found on Max Preps. 

The live stream for all sports is made possible by the CCHS Athletic Boosters.
Counselors' Corner

Congratulations to the following seniors on their awarded scholarships:

Sofia Abril-De Nicola
               Appalachian State University Appalachian Excellence Scholarship
               North Carolina State University Academic Enhancement Award
               North Carolina State University Tuition & Fees Award
 
Karli Brtalik
               University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Distinction Award
               University of Tennessee UT Volunteer Scholarship
 
Sophia Caple
               University of Connecticut Academic Excellence Scholarship
               Northeastern University Dean’s Scholarship
               Providence College Albertus Magnus Scholarship
               Providence College Book Award
               University of Rhode Island Presidential Scholarship
               Worcester Polytechnic Institute Chemistry/Biochemistry Scholarship
               Worcester Polytechnic Institute Merit Scholarship
 
Natalia Correa
               Wake Forest University Zachary T. Smith Leadership Scholarship
               
Cameron Green
               University of South Carolina Academic Scholar-Superlative Award
 
Katherine Lobdell
               Michigan State University Non-Resident Scholarship
 
Cavanaugh MacQuarrie
                Holy Cross College Bl. Basil Moreau Award
 
Alvaro Riera
               South Carolina LIFE Scholarship
 
Catherine Roberts
               Queens University of Charlotte Merit Scholarship
               South Carolina LIFE Scholarship
 
Matthew Rock
                Clemson University Academic Scholarship
               Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rensselaer Leadership Award
               Stevens Institute of Technology Edwin A. Stevens Scholarship
               Stevens Institute of Technology Presidential Scholarship
 
Nicholas Rubino
                Hampden-Sydney College Middlecourt Scholarship
               Hampden-Sydney College Tiger Award
 
Ella Russell
               South Carolina LIFE Scholarship
 
Nicole Sanchez
               Belmont Abbey College Presidential Merit Award
 
Hannah Schottland
               University of Alabama Alumni Scholar Award
               University of Alabama Scholar Scholarship
               University of North Carolina at Charlotte Chancellor’s Scholarship
               University of North Carolina at Charlotte Tuition Scholarship
 
Sarah Schottland
               University of Alabama Alumni Scholar Award
               University of Alabama Presidential Scholarship
               University of Alabama Presidential National Housing Scholarship
               Auburn University Academic Heritage Scholarship
               University of North Carolina at Charlotte Chancellor’s Scholarship
               University of North Carolina at Charlotte Tuition Scholarship
                University of Texas at Dallas Book Scholarship
               University of Texas at Dallas Housing Scholarship
               University of Texas at Dallas International Study Abroad Scholarship
               University of Texas at Dallas National Merit Finalist Full Tuition Scholarship
 
Summer Enrichment Programs: For more information: https://www.charlottecatholic.org/Page/383

COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISITS: The schedule for College Rep Visits may now be found on the Counseling section of the website. Students should register through their Scoir account. Click here for Spring 2021 College Rep Visits 

Job Board: Students make sure to check out the Job Board in the Counseling Department for employment opportunities!

Please click here for contact information: CCHS Counselors
Campus Ministry

Pentecost Rosary: At 2:30 PM on Monday, May 24, in commemoration of The Holy Spirit descending on the Apostles at Pentecost, in which they were gifted with the ability to communicate the Gospel in different languages, there will be a Rosary prayed in 5 different languages. It will be held in the chapel or stadium (depending on size of group)

Novena to the Holy Spirit: In anticipation of the Solemnity of Pentecost (5/23/21), a novena to The Holy Spirit will start on Friday, May 14 and be prayed daily until Saturday, May 22. We invite you to join us in this novena, that God would marvelously bless our school community! Click here for the prayer

Funded Vocation Retreats: In June, the diocese of Charlotte will continue their annual vocation retreats for young men and women between 15-19. They will consist of several days of fellowship with young Catholics from across NC who are trying to grow closer to God and discern God's will for their life, with time for prayer and fun activities.
The first five male and the first five female CCHS students who want to go on this trip will be entirely funded by campus ministry. In other words, the first few men and women who reach out to Mr. Bauman or Fr. Reid will not have to pay to go on the retreat. For more information on the retreats, click here for men and here for women, or email Mr. Bauman. robert.bauman@cchsemail.org

7:00 AM Masses: In case you didn't know, parents and their children are welcome to attend our 7:00 AM school Masses on Wednesdays and Thursdays! We will have Mass both days this week.

For more information about Campus Ministry, the Weekly Rosary intention, and more, click here.
Quick Resources
Admissions
 Please click here watch the presentation: Discover Charlotte Catholic! Feel free to share with any families of 8th graders who are considering options for high school.
Have a friend or family member interested in attending Catholic?
 To learn more about enrollment or schedule a visit to CCHS, click here:
Charlotte Catholic was featured on the PBS Charlotte show Carolina Impact: PBS Video

Tuition Assistance Applications for 21-22 school year are live. Each family must complete a Tuition Assistance Application every year in order to qualify for an award. Visit www.discovermacs.org/financialaid to apply.

MACS Business Office: (704) 370-3265 or macsbilling@charlottediocese.org
Amazon Smile
Shopping on Amazon? Support CCHS through the Charlotte Catholic High School Foundation at the same time! Click here to link your account
Athletics
For contact information for all CCHS Sports Coaches click here: Cougar Coaches
Click here for the CCHS Athletics page and information on specific sports. Athletics
Attendance
Unless your student has elected full remote learning or is a temporarily remote learner, students must be on campus in school.
24-hour Attendance Hotline 704-716-2418
24-hour Attendance Hotline: 704-716-2418
  • All remote learning is allowed for students who have elected for the full semester of remote learning.
  • Temporary remote learning is for students who have been notified that they are under a school-mandated quarantine OR for students whose parents have requested and been granted permission due to exposure or an extenuating circumstance. To request permission, please email Mr. Telford at ktelford@charlottecatholic.com.
  • All other students will be marked absent if they are not in school in person.
Bus Service
 For information about the MACS bus service, visit MACS Transportation.
Calendar
CCHS Calendar including rotation day

Instruction time will end at 2:19 PM, however end of day prayer and announcements will begin then, followed by a staggered dismissal. Plans for afternoon carpool and transportation will not change. Students will not begin extracurricular activities before 2:35.
Carpool and Parking Information
The paved and gravel lots are closed for pre-construction work.
There is no parking in these lots this year.

Construction update: The Little Avenue entrance will be closed due to construction of the Fine Arts Center as of Monday, January 25. 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.

As construction for the Fine Arts Center begins, there will be no vehicle or pedestrian access to or from Little Avenue. Anyone needing an on campus parking permit, please see Mr. Belk. Parking information can be found below in Quick Resources.
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 communications@charlottecatholic.com. Please mark both as safe senders.

Please click the link to find updated policies for submissions to The Catholic Daily.
COVID-19 Information
As of May 20, there are two current reported positive cases of Covid-19 among Charlotte Catholic students.

Please read the April 30 letter from Superintendent Dr. Greg Monroe regarding updated COVID protocols Click Here

Please review updated COVID protocols from the Diocesan COVID Task Team by clicking HERE.

COVID Update April 21, 2021
If your child has received the COVID vaccine please send a copy of the immunization card to the health room. If they are fully immune (2 weeks past receiving the 2nd dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or 2 weeks after receiving the J&J vaccine) they will not need to quarantine if exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID.

If a student tests positive for COVID-19
 Please contact CCHS immediately at 704-543-1127. If it is after hours or on the weekend, email ktelford@charlottecatholic.com.

With any questions, contact nurse Kathie Holder at 704-543-1127 or by emailing her at kaholder@charlottecatholic.com.

Please see the protocol on page 23 in the Return to School plan. Any shift in the plan (to hybrid or full remote) would be in consultation with the health department and at the direction of the Diocesan Schools' Office.
Additional resources include:
Please stay home if you are sick Letter from Principal Telford
Driving Eligibility Certificate
Driving Eligibility Certificates are available during scheduled office hours.
Harris Teeter
Harris Teeter’s Together In Education Program gives schools a chance to earn funds when you link your VIC card and shop Harris Teeter brands. When you shop Harris Teeter brands, a percentage of your purchase is donated to the school that your VIC card is linked to. There are NO LIMITS to how much a school can earn. Our School Number is 1223.
Click Here to link your VIC card.
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.
Online Store
To check your purchase history in the ‘old’ school store, follow these simple directions: Log in to Ticketracker, https://ticketracker.com/customer/login using your username and password from the ‘old’ store. Once in, click on ‘(your name) Account’ at the top right of the page. When that screen opens, select ‘Order History’. There, you can view all of your purchases through the Ticketracker school store from 2017 through Feb of 2021. Please contact Ms. Perez with questions MEPerez@charlottecatholic.com 
Remote Learning
Remote Learning Expectations: Please make sure you read the important letter sent from Mr. Telford regarding parent and student expectations for remote learning. Click here to read again: Remote Learning Expectations.
Tuition Assistance
For information on applying for Tuition Assistance through MACS, click here
Visitor Policy
To ensure the health and safety of our school community, we remind our community of our current policy regarding visitors: No visitors, including parents, alumni and volunteers will be allowed inside the main school buildings until further notice without an appointment. This includes Masses. Those with an appointment must be screened. 
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