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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

NO MASS TOMORROW MORNING - Just a reminder that due to the priests being out for convocation this week, we will not be having Mass tomorrow morning. 

HOMECOMING NEWS - A huge thank you to everyone who made the homecoming dance possible especially those who helped organize, decorate, and chaperone.  Please use this link to access photos from the homecoming dance. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - All Saints Academy is holding their annual Back to School carnival on Saturday, September 28, 12-2PM at the Upper Campus on Four Mile. They are looking for volunteers to help run the games. Students who volunteer for 2 or more shifts will be offered a free lunch. Please sign up at ASA Back to School Carnival Volunteer Signup

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TRIP Dominican Republic Mission Trip 2025 - Juniors and Seniors interested in serving with Adelante Youth Mission and CCHS are invited to complete this application no later than Sunday, September 29.  Questions?  Contact Deacon Rybicki or Mrs.Smitley

COUGAR GEAR STORE - Here are some upcoming dates that the Cougar Gear Store will be open 

• 9/26/24 from 6-8pm during JV Football vs Ottawa
• 10/2/24 from 6-8pm during Varsity Soccer vs EGR
• 10/4/24 from 6-8pm during Varsity Football vs Holland Christian
• 10/11/24 from 6-8pm during Varsity vs Northview
• 10/17/24 from 6-8pm during JV Football vs EGR

Christmas Sales

• Monday 12/2/24  5:30-7:30pm
• Monday 12/9/24  5:30-7:30pm
• Monday 12/16/24  5:30-7:30pm

CAREER TALK - We have a wonderful opportunity this week; Former Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Payne will be coming to talk with us about his career and opportunities that arise in the field of Criminal Justice. These Career Talk do count for STEAM hours. Come learn about Criminal Justice and related fields. It will be held Thursday in Room 304. Sign up for this session through Focus time. Please contact Mrs. VanderMolen if you have any questions.

MENTORING PROGRAM - ACE is a free, award-winning, after-school program designed to inspire students into pursuing careers in architecture, construction, engineering, and the skilled trades. They are in their 6th year of programming here in West Michigan, with over 79 alumni from 22 high schools and over $52,000 in scholarships provided. Attached you’ll find the 2024-2025 registration flier, outlining how potential students can register and the schedule for this year's program (November 2024 - February 2025).  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. VanderMolen

COLLEGE FAIRS - Mark your calendars to learn more about a variety of colleges and universities!

• Notre Dame on the Road - Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM at GR Catholic Central HS - Register here.  NOTE: ND will not be visiting CCHS during the school day.  Students interested in ND are encouraged to attend this evening event.
• Service Academy Night (Coast Guard/Merchant Marine/ Air Force/Naval/ West Point) - Wednesday, October 15, 2024, from 5:30-7:00 PM at the Gerald R Ford Museum.  No registration required.

COLLEGE VISITS - A representative from the colleges listed will be available to meet with CC students in grades 10-12.  Reserve your spot 24 hours prior to the visit through SCOIR.

• University of Michigan - Friday, September 27 at 11:00 am
• Prescott College - Monday, September 30 at 2:25 pm
• Kalamazoo College - Tuesday, October 1 at 9:50 am
• Lawrence Technological University- Tuesday, October 1 at 2:25 pm
• John Carroll University - Wednesday, October 2 at 9:40 am
• Grand Rapids Community College - Wednesday, October 2 at 1:25 pm
• Rice University - Friday, October 4 at 11:00 am

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

• Thursday, September 26 - Penne & Meat Sauce, Breadstick, Side Salad, Orange
• Friday, September 27 - Pizza, Fruit & Veggie Bar

BLESSING OF THE DAY - May the God of Promise be with you. May God be for you encouragement and guarantee of holiness and happiness. May you know God's pledge of faithfulness and unconditional love. And may your own vow of faithfulness bring God's promise of life into the lives of those you touch. May the God of Promise be with you. --Maxine Shonk, OP