ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2026

SNO-SHUFFLE - Guest passes for Sno-Shuffle are now available in the main office. Signed passes must be returned by Thursday, January 22.

WINTER THEATER WORKSHOP - The theater department has a wonderful opportunity for you! If you have been interested in getting involved either on or behind the stage but were unsure of where to start, listen up! Instead of our traditional Shakespeare winter, we have a free two day workshop and showcase with director Mr. Topie! Come learn how to deliver monologues, work in small scenes, or operate the technical side of a show! The workshop is on January 15 beginning at 5 and the showcase is January 17 at 4, both being located at Aquinas' PAC. More information is found here! Mr. Harvey will be available this week during B lunch, and in his room (310) for any questions you might have!

KAIROS 10 - Seniors - this is your last opportunity to attend this retreat for your senior year. There are a very limited number of spots available for Kairos 10, to be held from February 3rd through February 6th. If you would like to attend this retreat, please submit your registration materials as soon as possible. If you are interested in attending Kairos 10 this February, please fill out the registration Google form, complete the permission slip, and submit payment to the CC Main Office or pay via Infinite Campus by January 9, 2026. Registrations for the February retreat will be accepted on a first come, first served basis - until spots are filled.

• Kairos 10 Registration Form: K10 Registration (2026) Link
• Permission Slip: K10 Permission Slip Link - (Also available in the Campus Ministry Office, Room 208)
  
  • Forma de Excursión (Spanish): K10 Enlace de Forma de Excursión

• Financial assistance is available. Please contact Dcn. Dennis Rybicki at dennisrybicki@grcatholiccentral.org if you are in need of any financial aid.
• If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact Dcn. Dennis Rybicki at dennisrybicki@grcatholiccentral.org or Sarahi Thang name at sarahihernandez@grcatholiccentral.org 

BLOOD DRIVE - Mark your calendars! The third CC Blood Drive of this school year is happening January 30th, 2026. If you're 16 or older, this is your chance to make a difference—one donation can help save up to three lives! Bonus: Those who donate or volunteer multiple times may qualify for a special red cord to wear at graduation!

• Ready to donate? Sign up here
• Want to volunteer? Sign up here 

COUGAR GEAR - The Downtown Den is now open and available for your shopping needs! The Den will be open on the following dates:

• Friday January 9th from 5:30-8:00pm - Varsity Boys & Girls vs Ottawa Hills
• Tuesday January 13th from 5:30-8:00pm - Boys vs FHN
• Tuesday January 20th from 5:30-8:00pm - Girls vs Grand Rapids Christian - 
• Friday January 23rd from 5:30-8:00pm - Varsity Boys & Girls vs FHE
• Tuesday February 10th from 5:30-8:00pm - Girls vs FHN
• Friday February 13th from 5:30-8:00pm - Varsity Boys & Girls vs FHC
• Tuesday February 17th from 5:30-8:00pm - Boys vs Grand Rapids Christian
• Monday February 23rd from 5:30-8:00pm - Girls vs Pewamo Westphalia

CAREER TALKS - We have a few opportunities for interesting and informative Career Talks in the next two weeks. Sign up in Focus Time..

• Tuesday 1/13 - Allyssa Hagenah, from Douglas J Aveda Institute will come talk about opportunities surrounding careers in cosmetology.
• Thursday 1/15 - Nate Stickler, Marketing Director at Tanger Outlets will come to explore career opportunities in the areas of business and marketing.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - See the scholarships SPREADSHEET for available opportunities and information on how to apply.

BEGINNING WITH BREAKFAST - A hot breakfast of the chef’s choice will be offered daily. All breakfast combos are served with fruit, juice, and milk

LOOKING AHEAD FOR LUNCH - Lunch Combos are served with an entree, fruit, veggie, and milk

• Friday, January 9 - Pizza, Fruit & Veggie Bar
• Monday, January 12 - Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Sun Chips, Grapes
• Tuesday, January 13 - Beef Taco, Lettuce & Tomato, Pineapple
• Wednesday, January 14 - Hot Dog, Sun Chips, Grapes
• Thursday, January 15 - Meatball sub, Whole Grain Bun, Carrots, Peaches
• Friday, January 16 - Pizza, Fruit & Veggie Bar

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May God stand with you when you are uncertain and don't know which way to turn, leaving you unsure of your path. At those times may you sense God standing beside you, longing for your happiness and gently nudging you toward your truth. May you enter the place within you that hears this God and leads you to that deep-down knowing even in the midst of uncertainty. May the Voice of God lead you and bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP