Meet The Staff
David Smith
Advisor
Mr. Smith has been the advisor to the CCHS Chronicle and the Journalism teacher since 2001. In his free time, Mr. Smith enjoys golfing and reading literature.
Mary Pat Kolenik '26
Editor in chief
Mary Pat Kolenik is a senior, and this is her second year in journalism. She is the president of the Ronald McDonald House Club. She enjoys baking and reading in her free time.
Gabi Maino '26
Staff Reporter
Gabi Maino is a senior at CCHS. This is her second year writing for the Catholic Chronicle. Outside of school she enjoys playing basketball, working, and hanging out with her friends and family.
Keaton McKinstry '27
Staff Reporter
Keaton McKinstry is a junior at Charlotte Catholic. He plays basketball as well as tennis for the Cougars. Outside of school Keaton enjoys spending time with family, going places with friends, and traveling. ​
Katie Parks '27
Staff Reporter
Katie Parks is a junior, and this is her second year on the Catholic Chronicle staff. She enjoys writing and looks forward to the year ahead in journalism. She loves playing soccer and hanging out with her friends.
John Wielechowski '27
Staff Reporter
John Wielechowski is a junior at Charlotte Catholic. He plays lacrosse for the Cougars. He loves hanging out with his friends, playing with his dog, and going to the beach over the summer.