ANNOUNCEMENTS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

PICTURE RETAKE DAY - Retake Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, October 14. If you're satisfied with your picture, no further action is required. If you purchased and were unhappy with your Picture Package, please bring your Picture Package to school on Retake Day. Your Retake Picture Package will be produced and shipped to the school four weeks after Retake Day. Please note, if you are photographed on the original and Retake Picture Days, the Retake picture will replace the original picture in certain products, like the yearbook.

Students who were absent for Picture Day should come to school prepared to have their picture taken. If you have not preordered, please use the Retake Order Code 0649DSF to place your order at https://inter-state.com/Order. To see your Order History, check your Inter-State Account. Find answers to Retake Day questions here.

T-SHIRT DRIVE - The Environmental Club is hosting a clothing drive for gently used T-shirts and sweatshirts. Donation boxes are located on the first floor of the Student Center and are clearly labeled. All donations are greatly appreciated and will help support the club. We will be collecting gently used clothing through October 13. After the clothing drive, club members will transform the donated clothing into Halloween-themed tote bags. The finished bags will then be sold at the football game on Friday, October 16. This clothing drive will serve as a fundraiser for the Environmental Club and help provide funding for future projects and activities. Thank you for your support and donations!

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)  If you have questions or want help with your application please attend Mrs. Perry's Focus time on 10/20. 

MENTAL HEALTH STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL - Interested in advocacy, student wellness, catholic social teachings, and making CC an even better place to be? The Counseling Office is starting a new initiative this year: the Mental Health Student Advisory Council! We are looking for 2 Juniors & 2 Seniors. The Student Advisory Council will give students a voice in conversations about topics that impact our school community, including mental health and wellness, student needs, advocacy and belonging. Council members will have opportunities to:

• Share student perspectives and ideas with the Counseling Office
• Brainstorm and support wellness and mental health initiatives
• Explore how our  faith can guide the way we care for one another
• Help plan or support student-focused events

Meetings - We will meet once or twice a month, depending on initiatives throughout the school year. Meetings will take place during Lunch or Focus, so there should be minimal impact on your classes. You do not need to have previous leadership experience. We are looking for students who are willing to listen, share ideas, advocate for their peers, and help make a positive difference at Catholic Central. Interested in being one of our four representatives? Apply HERE by Monday, October 19. Your voice matters. Your ideas can make a difference.

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 TIMES 

• Baseball Focus Time with Coach Hobert - Tuesday October 13 @ 9:30 AM | Get information about preseason conditioning and registration.
• Girls Lacrosse Focus Time with Coach DeJong - Tuesday October 20 | Sign up & attend to hear about the upcoming lacrosse season! Coach will go over offseason training - Get together to see old friends and meet new teammates.
• 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 - Here are three exciting opportunities that will give you a glimpse into three very different career paths! Each opportunity has a limited number of spots available, so please let Mrs. VanderMolen know ASAP if you are interested in participating in one or more of them. Priority will be given to upperclassmen, but there will also be opportunities for underclassmen to participate. All three opportunities count toward your STEAM hours, making them a great way to explore potential career paths while earning those hours!

• Buell Motorcycle Discover Manufacturing Tour - October 28th 11:30am  to 2pm - Tour a motorcycle manufacturing company producing several high performance models such as sport bikes, a touring, and a cruiser. All research and design is in the main facility along with all assembly of the different models. All models feature a liquid cooled v-twin engine capable of 185hp and 102 flb of torque. All models are hand assembled in Grand Rapids. 
• Van Andel Purple Community Lunch and Learn - November 3 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.

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

• Grand Rapids Community College - Tuesday, October 13 at 11:10am
• Grand Valley State University - Tuesday, October 13 at 1:45pm
• Alma College - Wednesday, October 14 at 9:00am
• DePauw University - Wednesday, October 14 at 11:20am
• Western Michigan University - Wednesday, October 14 at 1:45pm
• Loyola University Chicago - Monday, October 19 at 8:15am
• University of Detroit Mercy - Monday, October 19 at 12:15pm
• Eastern Michigan University - Wednesday, October 21 at 12:35pm
• Adrian College - Friday, October 23 at 9:05am
• Marquette University - Friday, October 23 at 10:45am

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

• Monday, October 12 - Chicken Sammy, Sun Chips, Carrots & Ranch, Watermelon
• Tuesday, October 13 - Beef & Bean Burrito, Spanish Rice, Cucumber, Grapes
• Wednesday, October 14 - Mac & Cheese, Breadstick, Broccoli, Apple

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May you be blessed by the God of Love whose greatest desire is to be one with you. May you draw close and know the thrill of God's beating heart against your own. May this Lover God be a listening presence in every word and thought and experience of your existence. May the fire and passion of God's love for you move you to be a compassionate and loving presence to all you meet. May the God of Love be with you. --Maxine Shonk, OP