ANNOUNCEMENTS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2026

KAIROS 12 - Last Day to Register is October 30th! There is still time to register for KAIROS 12, taking place November 17–20, 2026! The last day to register is Friday, October 30th. Sign up using the KAIROS 12 Registration Form 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - St. John Vianney is looking for volunteers to help with their annual auction on Saturday, November 7! This is a wonderful opportunity for former students to return and support their school. Interested students can sign up using the SignUpGenius link. 

PRIEST VOCATION DISCERNMENT LUNCH - Interested in learning more about the priesthood? Join us on Wednesday, October 28, as we kick off our monthly Priest Vocation Discernment Lunch! Young men are invited to enjoy lunch, participate in a book study, and engage in meaningful discussion about discerning a vocation to the priesthood. Lunch will be provided this month but you must RSVP. Use the link to sign up - Vocations Lunch SignUp

CATHOLIC CHARITIES CHAMPIONS - Be a "Champion" for change! Current 11th and 12th grade students are invited to apply by Wednesday, Nov. 2 (All Souls Day) to champion the mission of Catholic Charities West Michigan. Rooted in the example of Christ, grow as a leader, strengthen your advocacy skills, and make a lasting impact through service in your community. Catholic Charities Champions (2026-27 App)  

GRAND RAPIDS RIGHT TO LIFE - STUDENT CONTESTS & SCHOLARSHIPS - Grand Rapids Right to Life offers several opportunities for students to earn cash prizes and scholarships through essay contests, public speaking, leadership programs, and participation in the March for Life. Opportunities are available for students in grades 9–12, with various application deadlines throughout the school year. Use this LINK for more information, contest guidelines, and application forms.

WINTER GUARD - Saint Cecilia Catholic Winter Guard will be holding Open Spin and Auditions for the 2026 Competitive season. Winter Color Guard is open to any Catholic Central, West Catholic or Partner Middle School Student, no experience necessary. Learn more HERE.

FALL PLAY - For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs...who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. Get your tickets HERE!

ATHLETIC FOCUS TIME - Girls Basketball Focus Time with Coach Fellows - Tuesday October 27 @ 9:30 AM | Learn about conditioning opportunities / preseason work-outs and joining the basketball family.

STEAM OPPORTUNITIES

• Van Andel Purple Community Lunch and Learn - November 3rd 10:30am to 2pm - Join us for the Van Andel Institute Purple Community Leadership Lunch & Learn. This unique opportunity allows you to hear directly from scientists working to unlock the mysteries of diseases like cancer and Parkinson’s. You’ll gain insight into real-world research and discovery, then roll up your sleeves for hands-on experiments in collaboration with VAI for Education — exploring science in a fun, interactive way to see how curiosity can lead to real and meaningful impact.
• West Michigan Health Degrees Night by Ferris State University - November 5th 6 to 8pm - Students interested in healthcare programs should attend. Meet faculty, staff, and students from The Ferris State College of Pharmacy, Optometry, and College of Health Professions including Nursing, PharmD, Optometry, Medical Lab Sciences, Nuclear Medicine, Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Information Management and Health Care Systems Administration, Pre-Med, and Pre-Health advising. Flyer Link and Registration
• Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at Calvin University - November 5th 9am to 3pm Calvin University would like to invite you  for a special visit day with other students who are interested in a career in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. This is a chance for you to experience a day in the life of a SPAUD student. Please see the attached invitation for more information. Students get to observe a clinic session, meet with SPAUD professors and students, financial aid info session for SPAUD students, and join a SPAUD class. Event Flyer Students can register for this special visit day by filling out this form: Calvin Speech Pathology & Audiology Department: BA-MA Program Visit Day Fall 2026 – Fill out form

UPCOMING COLLEGE VISITS - Sign up in SCOIR at least one day before the visit

• University of Alabama - Tuesday, October 27 at 9:30am
• The University of Findlay - Thursday, October 29 at 9:05am
• Holy Cross College - Monday, November 2 at 11:00am
• Grand Canyon University - Tuesday, November 3 at 9:30am
• Samford University - Wednesday, November 4 at 8:15am
• Calvin University - Thursday, November 5 at 9:05am

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Find more opportunities HERE

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, October 23 - Pizza, Veggie, Fruit

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May God make you holy when you feel numb and immobile, paralyzed by fear or anxiety, anesthetized by compulsion or trauma. May God life you up and out of your dead places with loving arms and breathe into you hope and life beyond measure. Held by the hand of God, may you see your life in a new way and with new possibilities - with the eyes of the Creator who sees the whole of you and loves it unconditionally. May the God of Vitality bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP