In response to an unsanctioned “senior skip day” on November 3rd, some seniors will start exams on Monday, December 15th, and others Tuesday, December 16th. The seniors who skipped that day have had their exams pushed back, shortening their Christmas break by one day. Mr. Telford implemented this policy to underscore the importance of attendance and hold students accountable to the Charlotte Catholic standard. Prior to November 3rd, there was discussion among students about

In the days following the tragic loss of Parker South, the Charlotte community has come together in a powerful show of unity and remembrance. Parker, an admired Myers Park student who was friends with many Charlotte Catholic students, is being honored through a series of thoughtful gestures led by a number of those students. These acts reflect not only grief, but also the respect and admiration felt for him. Some Charlotte Catholic students have taken meaningful steps to cel

Students and teachers at Charlotte Catholic are experiencing fewer full school days due to breaks and early dismissals throughout November. Between the senior retreat, multiple early dismissals, and the week-long Thanksgiving break, everyone is adjusting to a busier schedule. Seniors will leave campus for their retreat on November 10th and return later that day. Soon after, all grades will be dismissed early on November 14th, 20th, and 21st. The month concludes with the wee

Throughout the first quarter of the school year, the chorus classes at Charlotte Catholic have been preparing for their annual fall concert, which took place Tuesday, October 21. At Charlotte Catholic, students of each grade have the opportunity to participate in a choral group, beginning with the introductory ensemble, and progressing into more advanced levels. Each group gets to showcase its hard work, dedication, and musical growth at the concerts. The concert opened wi

On Friday, October 17th, Charlotte Catholic hosted its second annual Career Exploration Program. This program offers students in their junior year the opportunity to act as an observer of professionals at work and an occasional assistant. The program, founded by Anne Runkle, a former Charlotte Catholic teacher, is designed to give students the opportunity to learn what is required in the specific career they are interested in. Students must apply to be a part of the progr

Each year, students look forward to homecoming by participating in Spirit Week. Throughout the week, students and some teachers dress up each day according to a specific theme. At the end of the week, students attend a pep rally that builds excitement for their upcoming weekend. On Monday students began the week in high spirits with Twin Day, where students could join with friends and develop matching costumes for the day. Junior Kacey Conley said juniors Olivia Canon and Vi

Pope Leo XIV has requested Catholics to dedicate a daily Rosary for the cause of world peace during the month of October. Students and faculty at Charlotte Catholic will participate by praying one decade of the Rosary each morning during this month. October is the Month of the Holy Rosary, and Pope Leo XIV wishes to spread a message of peace around the world. Despite international conflicts and recent tragic events, Catholics worldwide can appreciate the sense of community t

At the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, numerous Charlotte Catholic students, parents, and staff were surprised by the number of half days organized this year. Throughout the year, the expected amount of half days totals to 12. This marks a significant increase in half days from last year. This mainly results from MACS requiring the school to add two back-to-back half days in order to stay on the same schedule as other schools in the area that are on a trimester sched

As upperclassmen prepare to make their college decisions, college representatives are stopping by Charlotte Catholic to help these students learn more about their choices. These visits provide students with a great opportunity to learn more about the application process, academics, and culture of each college. At the beginning of the school year, college representatives schedule visits to high schools. A large number of them visit Charlotte Catholic, especially representativ

Like most things in our world today, politics is a touchy subject. With the divide between both sides of the political spectrum growing by the day, discussing one’s beliefs has become a dangerous activity to partake in. While debating students at Utah Valley University, right-wing political debater Charlie Kirk was fatally shot by an assassin. No matter what your stance on his beliefs or his stances on subjects, a man is dead, a wife lost her husband, and children lost th

On Thursday, September 11th, the class of 2029 went on their first retreat of the year to Camp Thunderbird. Accompanied by Father...

Upon returning from summer break, students could not help but notice all the changes relating to the cafeteria. Some of the biggest improvements include new lunch menu options, the Cougar Express snack area, updated vending machine options, digital menu websites, and the bright red walls. Students can choose from new lunch entrees that feature a variety of bowls, including aloha chicken bowls, bean and rice tortilla bowls, and thai chicken noodle bowls. Head of cafeteria st