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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025

CATHOLIC CENTRAL INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE - CCIE 2025 - Catholic Central Class of 2026 and 2027: you are invited to participate in the second year of the Catholic Central Internship Experience (CCIE). Please read below if you are interested in learning more and applying. This summer we are offering five internship placements: John Ball Zoo, The Center for Physical Rehabilitation, Stenger & Stenger Law Firm, Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, and Arts in Motion.  

• Additional CCIE information.
• Internship descriptions.
• Application Link.

UPCOMING BLOOD DRIVE - Save Lives! Mark your calendars! The last CC Blood Drive of this school year is happening on April 25th, 2025. If you're 16 or older, this is your chance to make a difference—one donation can help save up to three lives!  Bonus: Those who donate or volunteer multiple times may qualify for a special red cord to wear at graduation! Ready to donate? Sign up here. Want to volunteer? See Mrs. Perry for more details! Every drop counts—thank you for being a lifesaver! 

BRIAN BUSH LIFE AWARD NOMINATIONS - Students -  please consider nominating a current CC freshmen for the Brian Bush Life Award.  Requirements for this award are listed in the nomination form.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF - Join Sacred Heart as they present Fiddler on the Roof at the Wealthy Street Theater May 1-3. 

MARIAN BABY SHOWER - The Students for Life will be hosting a Marian Baby Shower to celebrate Mary and to collect baby items for local pregnancy resource centers. If you bring in any of the following items, you will receive 2 treats, and your name will be entered into a raffle for a $20 Amazon gift card. Treats can also be purchased for $2 at the time of the shower. Items will be collected in the Pack 'n Play in the COREX room in the 2nd floor student center from March 24 - April 21. The baby shower itself will occur on April 22-23.

• Items needed: 
  
  • Diapers
  • Sippy cups
  • Pacifiers
  • Formula
  • Toothbrushes for babies

LENTEN ART COMPETITION - Campus Ministry, in collaboration with Mrs. Blair, will be hosting a Lenten Art Competition! What is the Lenten Art Competition? Lent is a season of reflection and spiritual growth, and this year, we invite all students to express their understanding of the Seven Pillars of Catholic Social Teaching through art. These pillars are essential values that guide how we treat one another and our world. The Mission: This competition is open to all students, whether or not you are currently enrolled in an art class. Choose one of the Seven Pillars that resonates with you, and create an original artwork that visually represents that pillar. See this flyer for rules and regulations.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTER TRAINING - Campus Ministry will hold a training for Eucharistic ministers on April 24th from 1:15-3pm.This is an opportunity for current CC juniors to receive training as Eucharistic Ministers for the Diocese of Grand Rapids. This preparation will equip them to serve both at school Masses and in their home parishes. Please sign up HERE. 

COUGAR GEAR STORE - The Cougar Gear Store store will be open for Spring games. They will be having lots of great sales on old merchandise as new merchandise is coming in. Also, please add a note that they are looking  to add 2-3 more people to the Cougar Gear Store family. Anyone interested please email Wendi Moore - weemoore@comcast.net.

• April 17th from 6-8pm - Boys JV/Varsity Lacrosse vs Rockford
• April 21st from 6-8pm - Girls JV/Varsity Lacrosse vs Rockford
• April 28th from 6-8pm - Girls JV/Varsity Soccer vs GR Christian
• May 8th from 6-8pm - Boys JV/Varsity Lacrosse vs Mattawan

SUMMER PROGRAM - GRow1000 - Now Accepting Youth Applications for 2025! This summer young people ages 15 to 24 will have the opportunity to explore a career and obtain valuable work experience while earning money. Pay for all work assignments will be $13.00/per hour. The first day employees will report to work is Monday, June 9th. The last day employees will report to work is Friday, July 18th. Program participants will be matched with employers for a 6-week, 120-hour, paid work experience. Through this experience, area businesses and organizations will introduce youth to real-world work environments, and create pathways to future careers. APPLY HERE

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - For a list of scholarship opportunities, please click 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

• Friday, April 4 - Cheese Pizza, Fruit & Veggie Bar

‍BLESSING OF THE DAY - May the God of Joy be with you, bringing delight at the very thought of your place in God's creation. May you be thrilled by God's presence in your life and may your heart overflow with gladness and song as you celebrate the nearness of such a Lover. May song burst from your heart in grateful praise and ever surround you as you reach out to others in love. May the God of Joy bless you. --Maxine Shonk, OP