ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026

TENNIS FUNDRAISER - Please come to support the girls tennis program TODAY at QDOBA from 4-8pm at all three locations on 28th street and the Knapps Corner location. Scan the code on the cc tennis instagram page or if you are online ordering place the code QDOBA gives in order for the tennis program to receive the donation. Thank you!

KAIROS - A friendly reminder that registration for KAIROS 11 will close this Friday, May 8. Spots are limited, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible if you are planning to attend. KAIROS is a meaningful experience, and we hope you will take advantage of this opportunity. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Thang or Deacon Rybicki (Room 208.) K11 Registration Form Link.

FORD LEADERSHIP FORUM - Current Catholic Central students, grades 9-11, with a strong interest in public service, civic engagement, and ethical leadership can be nominated for the 2026-27 Gerald R. Ford Leadership Forum. Students are encouraged to read the email sent to them by Mrs.Smitley earlier this week. To be considered for nomination, by Monday, May 10, underclassmen can email heidismitley@grcatholiccentral.org with a thoughtful response to the following question: Why are you interested in joining the Ford Leadership Forum's high school program? 

COUGAR GEAR STORE - The Cougar Gear Store is back open at the CAT! Stop by for all of your Spring Sports needs!

• Thursday May 7th from 6-8pm - Boys Lacrosse - Senior night
• Tuesday May 12th from 6-8pm - Girls Lacrosse- Senior night
• Monday May 18th from 5:30-8pm - Girls Soccer - Senior night

COLOR GUARD - Join the Catholic Central Color Guard! Attend Open Spin to learn the basics of Color Guard and see what it’s all about. Open Spin rehearsals will be held in the Band Room from 6:00 - 8:30 PM on May 11. Auditions for Color Guard will take place on Tuesday, May 19. No experience is necessary! All are welcome! 

DISCERNMENT GROUP - Interested in Discerning a Call to the Priesthood? Students who are curious about the priesthood or want to learn more about discernment are invited to a conversation with Fr. Nick Baker on May 13 in Room 201 from 11:20–12:30. This is an open, low‑pressure opportunity to ask questions, hear about the discernment process, and explore what a vocation to the priesthood might look like. All are welcome—whether you’re seriously considering it or simply curious.

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

• Thursday, May 7 - Chef’s Choice, Fruit, Veggie
• Friday, May 8 - Pizza, Fruit, Veggie

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May you know blessing when you have been misjudged or when your words or intentions have been misconstrued or mistaken. May you settle into that place within you that is filled with truth and authenticity and may you find there your true intent and your most authentic meaning. May you also find the words that will transform perceptions and invite reconciliation among those who people your life. May the God of Authenticity bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP