ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026

HOUSE COMPETITION - Our Spring Sports Attendance Competition on Monday will be the final house competition for the 2025-2026 house cup race! We will have a tailgate with free hot dogs, drinks, chips, and ice cream for all students who attend! There are four teams in action at the CAT on Monday; Softball, JV Baseball, and both JV and Varsity Girls Lacrosse. To be counted for your house attendance you need to send a selfie where your face is clearly visible with a game in the background to your house dean. Come out to enjoy some fellowship and cheer on your classmates!

• Casey: lauraswiatek@grcatholiccentral.org
• Kolbe: troyharvey@grcatholiccentral.org
• Romero: joshaldrich@grcatholiccentral.org
• Teresa: jaymieperry@grcatholiccentral.org

STUDENT AMBASSADOR APPLICATION - Any student currently in grades 9th-11th is welcome to apply for the 2026-27 Student Ambassador Program at Catholic Central. What is a Student Ambassador? As a Student Ambassador, you will play a crucial role in representing our school during events, both within the CC facilities and out in the wider GR community. This prestigious group is made up of students who exemplify leadership, pride in our school, and a commitment to welcoming prospective students, families, and stakeholders.

Please find the 2026-27 Student Ambassador Application here. 

The applications are due no later than 10:00pm on Friday, May 1, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted. You will need to list two references who serve as teachers, staff, coaches, and/or counselors at CC. I am not requesting CC staff to complete a reference form, but I will be speaking with each of your references during the application review process. You will want to block out roughly 20-30 minutes to complete the application. I encourage you to be thoughtful with your responses, as these will weigh heavily on the decision to accept or deny Student Ambassador applicants. Please reach out to Mr. Hubert if you have any questions! His office is in Room 101. 

PROM INFORMATION - Juniors and Seniors - We are excited to invite you to Catholic Central Prom 2026! The seniors have been hard at work planning your special night. The theme of this year’s Prom is Mamma Mia. 

• Date - May 9, 2026
• Time - Doors open at 6:00pm, and close at 7 and dinner will be served at 7
• Where - StoneWater Country Club

Tickets will be sold at lunches next week Wednesday 4/22 - Friday 4/24. The tickets are $75 per person. All guest passes must be turned in to the office by Tuesday, April 21. If paying for your ticket to prom is a financial concern, please contact Mrs. Lamrouex or your counselor for assistance. We do not want financial concern to be a barrier to enjoying this night with your classmates.

Watch for more details regarding the theme days the week before the dance and any additional information about Prom 2026. Seniors will be getting the form to vote for prom court today! 

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS ART SHOW - Mark your calendars for the Catholic Schools Art Show sponsored by the Office of Catholic schools! Student artwork from 22 participating schools will be on display in the Wege Conference Center at Cathedral Square on Friday, May 1 from 3:30pm-7:00pm and Saturday, May 2 from 9:00am-5:00pm. Parking is available in the parking garage next to the building- 360 Division Ave. S. The event is free and open to all! Plan to attend and view the artistic talent of the Diocese of Grand Rapids Catholic school students! Kona Ice will be available for purchase in the front plaza of Cathedral Square Center during the Art Show on Friday, May 1, from 3:30pm - 7:00pm.

SACRED HEART MUSICAL - Join Sacred Heart Theater Arts for The Prince of Egypt: The Musical, coming to the Wealthy Street Theater April 23–25. Experience this powerful and inspiring production filled with unforgettable music, storytelling, and student talent. Tickets go on sale April 6 at shgr.org/theaterarts.

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

• Monday, April 20 - Hamburger on Whole Grain Bun, Potato Wedges, Apple
• Tuesday, April 21 - Cheese Quesadilla, Bean Dip, Peaches
• Wednesday, April 22 - Chicken Tenders, Sweet Potato Puff, Grapes, Celery, Cookie
• Thursday, April 23 - Pancakes, Sausage Links, Orange, Veggie Juice
• Friday, April 24 - Cheese Pizza, Fruit, Veggie

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May you find blessing when you feel hurried and rushed in your life and time seems to be at a premium. May you experience God's presence in your haste, encouraging you and energizing you as you do the work of justice and peace, of compassion and prophecy. And when rest does come may you reflect on and remember what you and God have done together and be filled with gratitude. Then may the God of Grateful Rest bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP