ANNOUNCEMENTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026

NO MORNING MASS THIS WEEK - Morning Mass is cancelled this week due to the priest convocation up north. Mass will resume next week.

SENIORS - Seniors, please be sure to respond to Mrs. Quint’s diploma declaration email. A response via email is required. As a reminder, diploma names cannot be changed, only typos can be corrected. 

HOMECOMING GUEST PASSES - Homecoming week, and the many fun events that come with it, is just around the corner! More details about the week and the dance, open to 10th-12th grade students, will be coming soon, but today we want to let you know that if you plan to bring a guest from another school, guest passes are available to pick up in the main office. Guest passes must be turned in by Friday, September 25th and require the signature of your guest's parents and school administrator. Please be sure to plan enough time to get this completed and turned in by next Friday.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• The MANS staff is currently seeking high school volunteers to assist with the upcoming Great Lakes Unity Conference on October 15-16. This schedule shows specific dates and shift details and interested students can register directly through this link.
• It’s time for the All Saints Academy Back to School Carnival! This fun-filled event is only possible with the help of our amazing volunteers and school community. Students in 6th grade and older are welcome to volunteer! Volunteers who work 2 or more time slots will receive a FREE lunch! Please review the available volunteer and donation slots in the link here and click the button to sign up. Thank you for helping make the 2026 ASA Back to School Carnival a success! 

MATH OLYMPIAD - Hi everyone, Registration is officially open for the American Mathematics Competitions (AMC 12)! If you love solving logic puzzles, cracking complex math problems, or boosting your resume, this is your chance to compete nationally. 

• What: A 75-minute, 25-question multiple-choice test focusing on creative problem-solving. 
• When: November 13, 2026 
• Where: Catholic Central High School
• How to Join: Spaces are limited! Reserve your spot by September 28th by emailing paulhuynh@dogrschools.org or visiting Room S124.  

JUBILEE YEAR OF ST. FRANCIS EVENTS - 

• Pilgrimage Walk with the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist - September 26
• Jubilee Year of St. Francis Feast Day Mass - October 4

MARCH FOR LIFE - Please reply to this FORM if you have an interest in attending the National March for Life in Washington D.C. from January 20th - 23rd 2027.

STEAM OPPORTUNITIES

• Chemistry Lecture at GVSU Thursday 9/24 - Preparing for Future Pandemics 6pm at the GVSU Kirkhof Center Grand River Room.
• Cosmetology Career Talk Friday 9/25 - Allyssa Hagenah, from Douglas J Institute will come talk about opportunities surrounding careers in cosmetology. Sign up in Focus.
• HOSA Possibility - Catholic Central is exploring the possibility of starting a HOSA chapter.  We are trying to gauge interest, as we need at least 10 students to start a new chapter. If you are interested, please reach out to Mrs. VanderMolen to explore the possibilities. Here is the link to their website if you would like to learn more.
• Van Andel Journal Club Sign Up - The High School Journal Club introduces students to the work of scientists by critically evaluating current research. Participants collaborate in discussions, analyze journal articles, and develop advanced STEM thinking and research skills. Sign up with Mrs. VanderMolen, notification of acceptance by 9/25

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY - Leadership opportunity for CCHS students (all grades) who are residents in the city of GR- Mayor's Youth Council members serve a one-year term from October to May. Council members broaden the scope of youth leadership in city government by discussing policy issues that affect them with the Mayor, City Commission, and staff; gathering input from area youth; promoting awareness of the strengths and abilities of youth; and coordinating with other local and national organizations. Application is due by Friday 9/25/26: https://ourcommunityschildren.com/grand-rapids-kids/mayors-youth-council/ 

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

• Davenport University - Friday, September 25 at 8:05am
• Hillsdale College - Friday, September 25 at 9:05am
• University of Mississippi - Tuesday, September 29 at 8:15am
• Kettering University - Tuesday, September 29 at 9:30am
• Michigan State University - Tuesday, September 29 at 11:00am
• Western Michigan University - Tuesday, September 29 at 1:45pm
• University of Michigan - Wednesday, September 30 at 8:15am
• Palm Beach Atlantic University - Wednesday, September 30 at 9:00am
• United States Air Force Academy - Wednesday, September 30 at 11:20am
• Indiana University (Bloomington) - Thursday, October 1 at 9:05am
• DePaul University - Friday, October 2 at 9:00am

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

• FMA Scholarship - Due 9-30-26
• Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship Program - Due 9-30-26
• Chick-Fil-A - Due 10-1-26

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, September 24 - Pancakes, Sausage, Veggie Juice, Orange
• Friday, September 25 - Pizza, Veggie, Fruit

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May God's Holy Light be with you, shedding God's radiance upon your everyday. May you perceive your life in a new way, revealed in the light of God's love and desire for you. May this God light up the hidden places of your life where visions and possibilities dwell. May those visions give birth to peace and justice in the world. May God, Holy Light, be with you. --Maxine Shonk, OP