ANNOUNCEMENTS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026

HALLOWEEN DRESS DOWN DAY FRIDAY - Celebrate Halloween with a dress down day this Friday! Costumes and festive attire are welcome. Please review these guidelines before planning your outfit!

SANP WREATH & POINSETTIA SALE - Seniors - A reminder that the Poinsettia and Wreath sale concludes this Friday! This is a big part of fundraising for your Senior All Night Party, and we need all of you to help! Poinsettias and Wreaths can be ordered at THIS LINK. Reach out to family and friends this week to help get as many sales as possible!

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 

HEARTSIDE COFFEE HOSPITALITY - Heartside Coffee Hospitality is coming to Catholic Central on Focus Tuesdays beginning in November! Students interested in participating should complete a permission slip and return it to Mrs. Lambert. Email Mrs. Lambert for more details!

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. 

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!

STEAM OPPORTUNITIES - Learn more about STEAM opportunities and Career Connections on our website HERE

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

• Holy Cross College - Monday, November 2 at 11:00am
• Ferris State University - Monday, November 2 at 12:00pm
• Grand Canyon University - Tuesday, November 3 at 9:30am
• Samford University - Wednesday, November 4 at 8:15am
• Lake Superior State University - Wednesday, November 4 at 11:20am
• 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

• Thursday, October 29 - Spooky Nuggets, Hashbrown, Fruit, Cookie
• Friday, October 30 - Pizza, Veggie, Fruit

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May the God of Living Water bless you. May God cleanse your perspective on the world around you, removing all that is unholy. May God refresh your spirit and renew you for the sake of the Gospel. May you be submerged and saturated with a deep sense of God's profound care for you and may this awareness wash over all those you touch. May the God of Living Water bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP