ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026

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! 

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. 

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 5 and May 11. Auditions for Color Guard will take place on Tuesday, May 19. No experience is necessary! All are welcome! 

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.

CAREER TALKS THIS WEEK - Sign up in Focus

• Tuesday April 21st - Genetic Genealogy - Come learn from Jessica Riley of Missing Pieces how genetic genealogists use DNA and historical records to identify birth family for adoptees and help people trace their family tree.
• Thursday April 23rd - Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy - Katie Karl DPT, of Trinity Health Hauenstein Center will talk about careers surrounding the field of physical, speech/language, and occupational therapy.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY - Students who have transferred to Catholic Central from another local high school are eligible to apply for the Lawrence and Patricia Ranazzi Transfer Scholarship. More information on this scholarship can be found on the school website at grcatholiccentral.org/scholarships. Applications are due Friday May 1. Please email scholarships@grcatholiccentral.org with any questions

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

• 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 the Timeless God be with you. May the God who knows no beginning or end dwell in your heart for endless days. May you, in your time, be ever mindful of this timeless God working through you and in you to bring forth the Kingdom of everlasting love and forever freedom. May the Timeless God be with you. --Maxine Shonk, OP