ANNOUNCEMENTS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026

NO MORNING MASS THIS WEEK - Fr. Colin will be out this week. 7:15am Mass will resume next Thursday, November 12.

PICTURE RETAKES AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP – Picture retakes have arrived! Students who had their pictures retaken can stop by the main office to pick them up.

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!

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. 

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.

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

• 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

CCHS SCHOLARSHIPS - Catholic Central scholarship applications for the 2027-2028 school year are open now. Please visit grcatholiccentral.org/scholarships for more information on the scholarships available. Completed applications will be due on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Please email scholarships@grcatholiccentral.org with any questions. 

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

• Tuesday, November 3 - Chicken Fajitas, Tortilla, Mini Peppers, Apples
• Wednesday, November 4 - Mac & cheese, Breadstick, Broccoli, Peaches
• Thursday, November 5 - Chicken Fried Rice, Mixed Veggies, Pineapple, Fortune Cookie
• Friday, November 6 - Pizza, Veggie, Fruit

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May you be found by God when your path is obscured by the ashes of your life. When the contentment of the present is disturbed and broken by the failures of the past, may the God of beginning again become known to you. When the ashes of what once was threaten to cover you, may the God of New Fire fan into flame the hidden embers that lie within. May this rekindled energy light the way for others who walk with you. May the God of New Fire bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP