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Buy Low Sell High: New Club Teaches Students to Beat the Market

With more than 100 clubs, Charlotte Catholic has an afterschool activity for everyone. One of the new clubs this year is the Finance...

Cate Kellgren '25

SOTM: Marguerite’s Magnifique Crêpes

Junior Marguerite McPhillips is stealing the spotlight with her extraordinary baking skills and bubbly personality. Marguerite is the...

Meara O'Farrell '25

Students Prepare to Embark on Thanksgiving Vacays

In the midst of a demanding first semester, Charlotte Cathol ic students are looking forward to the reprieve offered by the week-long...

Mary Pat Kolenik '26

Students Celebrate Unique Thanksgiving Traditions

Thanksgiving, one of America’s most beloved holidays, allows families to gather and make memories while feasting in commemoration of the...

Virginia Gaston '27

It’s the Journey, Not the Destination

“It’s the journey, not the destination.” These words from my sherpa Jaime echoed through my mind as I began my four-day, three-night trek...

Andrew Shepard '27

SOTM: Brendan is in his Bag

Scotland’s national instrument, the bagpipes, produces beautiful music but is very difficult to play. A player must learn steady...

Madi Hertzig '27

Student Costume Survey

Halloween is prime time for pumpkin carving, haunted houses, and costumes! Whether attending a costume party, trick-or-treating, or...

Sofia Fusco '25

The Votes Are In!

Charlotte Catholic’s Government and Politics classes began the countdown to Election Day by taking a field trip to a local early voting...

Mary Pat Kolenik '26

CCHS Tries Tasty Treats

CCHS held its second annual Latino Flavor Tasting Table on October 16 during break. The tasting table highlighted the positive impact of...

Sydney Toebben '27

Cougar Candy Craze

Halloween is here, bringing spooky decorations, creative costumes, and most importantly, candy. Every October, neighbors wait on their...

Thomas Mees '25

One Pumpkin Patch to Rule Them All

It’s pumpkin-picking season and, luckily for us, the best patch in town is right across the street. Every year from October 1 to 31, on a...

Katie Parks '27

Mrs. Hall Plays Ball

English teacher Mrs. Hall has been a competitive pool player for over a decade and loves it more than ever. She plays both 8 and 9 ball...

Cougars Rebound in Preparing for New Season

Andrew Shepard '27

Cougars Rebound in Preparing for New Season

Basketball pre-season is ramping up, and so are the expectations of Charlotte Catholic’s players and coaches. Coach Sergio Asaro, one of...

John Wielechowski '27

CCHS’ Summer Sabbaticals

After a year of diligent work in the classroom, students and teachers enjoyed a well deserved summer break. Several vacations for...

SOTM: Jake Vap Is Setting His Post-Graduate Sights Sky-High . . . Literally

Sydney Toebben '27

SOTM: Jake Vap Is Setting His Post-Graduate Sights Sky-High . . . Literally

Most teenagers are worrying about getting their license to drive a car. Senior Jake Vap is setting his sights much higher. Jake wants to...

Sophomore Starters Lift Cougars to First Win

Keaton McKinstry '27

Sophomore Starters Lift Cougars to First Win

Charlotte Catholic began their football season opener at home on August 23, 7 pm. With a fresh roster and high expectations, the team has...

Students Shine at Spring Shakespeare Showcase

Harrison Lawrence '25

Students Shine at Spring Shakespeare Showcase

One excellent way to honor literary works is through the art of recitation. With oral readings, enthusiasts can continue the legacies of...

SOTM: Senior Soldiers Kennedy Rogers and Sam Hucko

Julia Vesey

SOTM: Senior Soldiers Kennedy Rogers and Sam Hucko

When a student enters a military academy, they are receiving the honor and making a sacrifice that accompanies their enrollment. They...

Meara O'Farrell '25

Connor Curbs Common Hallway Crime

In addition to brand-new executive chef Padraig McPhillips, CCHS will be adding another student-employee to its payroll. In order to meet...

Ann Douglas O'Brien '25

SOTM: Padraig's Pastries

From croissants to crepes, Charlotte Catholic’s favorite Frenchman is bringing a taste of France to our very own cafeteria next year....

Ann Douglas O'Brien '25

SOTM: Dom Basrawala

Dom Basrawala, a sophomore known for his sheer size, is well-known for being an accomplished dual-sport varsity athlete on Charlotte...

Global Citizens Club Sponsor Plastic Bag Project

Maggie Myers

Global Citizens Club Sponsor Plastic Bag Project

The Global Citizens Club has been working to collect plastic bags, made up of type 2 HDPE plastic, from homerooms in order to make mats...

Maggie Myers

Catholic’s Cookie: The Ooey-Gooey

From the crispy edge to the gooey interior, what’s not to love about CCHS’ Ooey-Gooey Cookies from the cafeteria? Packed with sugary,...

Madelyn Bronson

Teachers Reveal Celebrity Crushes

Valentine's Day approaches fast, bringing candies, love letters, rom-coms, and pink and red decorations. With love lingering in the air,...

EJ Bowman

COTM: CCHS’s Cutest Couples

On Valentine’s Day, millions of people around the world spend time with their friends and family, however couples are the main...

Thomas Mees '25

Eros’ Arrows: The Story of Cupid

People around the world are familiar with Valentine’s Day and its symbols: candy hearts, the color pink, boxes of chocolates, and of...

Meara O'Farrell '25

Spinster Sadie Snatches a Suitor

The annual Sadie Hawkins dance is scheduled for Saturday, January 27th in the school gym. The Sadie Hawkins dance provides a welcome...

Meara O'Farrell '25

Ms. Tripp Teaches With Tanks of Tilapia

Students in Ms. Tripp’s environmental science class have been anticipating the arrival of the Aquaponics unit. The tanks are all set up,...

EJ Bowman

Cougars Curate Christmas Lists

The rush of the holiday season is in full swing, which means gift-giving season is upon us. From the latest perfumes, to tickets to...

Ann Douglas O'Brien '25

SOTM: Actress Anna Awes Audiences

Junior Anna Wall has been acting since middle school. Anna was originally interested in singing but decided to give theater a try because...

Thomas Mees '25

Thomas Tackles Thanksgiving Traditions

As Autumn rushes in with cold winds and fallen leaves, we sit around our fireplaces watching football and waiting for the fourth Thursday...

Thomas Mees '25

Jack Deals With The Devil

Pumpkin carving is a tradition practiced throughout the world, but primarily in America, Ireland, Scotland, and England. Every year in...

Ann Douglas O'Brien '25

SOTM: Hartman Heading For the Pros

Most hope one day to be “one of the greats” in their respective sport, and junior men’s golfer Will Hartman, can already say he has...

Anonymous

Spooky Spooky: A Halloween Story

Halloween 2022 was a particularly dreary day, marked by overcast skies and a sleazy gloom that seemed to blanket the land as far as the...

Maggie Myers and Mary-Patricia Kolenik

Q&A: Fun Facts About New Faculty

The Charlotte Catholic High School community welcomed 20 new teachers for the 2023-2024 school year. Some agreed to share a bit about...

SOTM: Madeline Manages Executive Council Exceptionally

Ann Douglas O'Brien '25

SOTM: Madeline Manages Executive Council Exceptionally

Most students come to Charlotte Catholic hoping to positively impact our school. Although everyone does in their own way, senior Madeline...

From Arizona to Aruba: Here’s Where these Cougars Prowled on Summer Break

Lukas Lupinski

From Arizona to Aruba: Here’s Where these Cougars Prowled on Summer Break

Students anticipate summer break like no other event throughout the year. Families get the chance to escape the worries of home, packing...

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