Each school day, we will post morning announcements here on our website.
Announcements can also be found on our app. To download our free app, go to the Google Play or Apple App store, download the Stark County Catholic Schools app, then follow Central Catholic High School and enable notifications.
Friday, September 13
Knights of Columbus Scholarship:
The Knights of Columbus is offering a $1000 scholarship to students with financial need and who have at least a 2.5 grade point average. Scholarship applications are due to the Knights of Columbus by Saturday, Nov. 30. Please see Mrs. Waltenbaugh for more information or access scholarship application at: https://www.OhioCharityFoundation.org. This scholarship is also posted on the scholarship board on the first floor.
Service Opportunities:
The Knights of Columbus and Ignite Youth Ministry are looking for volunteers to help at Yankee Peddler. Yankee Peddler takes place at Clay's Park in Canal Fulton for two more weekends in September, 9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22. Helpers are needed from 10-6, or for half shifts from 10-2 or 2-6 at the stromboli and chicken booths. More info and sign-ups are on GC!
Today is the clothes closet and meal at St Paul's Lutheran Church across from St Mary's. Helpers are needed. See GC for details
Food cupboard at SJA on Monday after school in the social hall. See GC
Recycling
Teachers don't forget to send a student out to empty your classroom recycling bin whenever it is needed!
Drama Club
Congratulations to the cast and crew of Sherlock Holmes. The first rehearsal is Monday at 3:00 pm.
Crusader Comet
Anyone interested in joining Crusader Comet, our digital newspaper & social media news team, should sign up in the Main Office. Crusader Comet needs students who like to write, take photographs, and produce social media blasts. For questions, please see the Comet advisor, Mrs. Cramer, our marketing director in her office across from the teacher's lounge.
Student Council
Any freshman interested in running for student council, please pick up an application from Mrs. Harris’ room today or tomorrow. These are due back Monday, September 16, 2024. Additional information will be on GC.
Speech & Debate
If you missed the speech and debate meeting but are still interested, please see Mrs. Harris today for information. Those interested in joining the team should fill out the Team form using the QR code. Practices will be offered on Monday and Tuesday next week from 3-5.
Bell Choir
St Joan of Arc/St Joseph Parish is looking for persons who would like to join their bell choir. No previous experience is necessary. See Mrs Dick for more info if you might be interested.
Athletics:
The boys soccer team lost a difficult, entertaining and memorable game 5-4 to Crestwood last night. Scoring for the Crusaders were Vince Pena, Chase Cutcher, Alex Winkhart and Luke Perez. The team will look to rebound tomorrow night as they host Chippewa. There will be a JV game at 5:00 followed by a varsity game at 7:00. Anyone interested in helping out and volunteering on the sidelines for either game, please talk to one of the players.
Last night the volleyball team faced off with Tusky Valley. It was a hard-fought battle, but the Cru fell short. Our players demonstrated remarkable skill, determination, and teamwork throughout the game. Top stats: Serves:Sara Barnett with an ace and 4 service points & Jaeda Johnson with an ace and 3 service points. Defense: Grace Hickman with 15 serve receptions and 5 digs. Molly Marceric with 22 digs and 13 serve receptions. Kills: Avery McMahon with 9 kills and Sophia Keane with 5. Assists: Mae Axline with 17 Blocks: Jaeda, Mae, Sophia, and Gigi Marshall with one each, Mari Nist with 3. Player of the game: Molly Marceric
Athletic Events Today:
Boys Varsity Football will travel to Salem tonight, kick off is scheduled for 7:00pm.
Athletic Events Tomorrow:
Cross Country will be away at Boardman tomorrow beginning at 9:00am
Boys JV Football will have a home game tomorrow morning at 10:00am against Salem.
Girls Varsity Golf will have a match at 2:00pm against Washington at the Arrowhead Golf Course.
JV Girls Volleyball will have a tournament at Dalton tomorrow at 10:00am
Varsity Girls Volleyball will have an away game tomorrow against TCC at 11:30am.
Thursday, September 12
Knights of Columbus Scholarship:
The Knights of Columbus is offering a $1000 scholarship to students with financial need and who have at least a 2.5 grade point average. Scholarship applications are due to the Knights of Columbus by Saturday, Nov. 30. Please see Mrs. Waltenbaugh for more information or access scholarship application at: https://www.OhioCharityFoundation.org. This scholarship is also posted on the scholarship board on the first floor.
Service Opportunities:
The Knights of Columbus and Ignite Youth Ministry are looking for volunteers to help at Yankee Peddler. Yankee Peddler takes place at Clay's Park in Canal Fulton for two more weekends in September, 9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22. Helpers are needed from 10-6, or for half shifts from 10-2 or 2-6 at the stromboli and chicken booths. More info and sign ups are on GC!
St. Mary’s Football Program needs help for a couple more games, see GC!
Student Council:
Any freshman interested in running for student council, please pick up an application from Mrs. Harris’ room today or tomorrow. These are due back Monday, September 16, 2024. Additional information will be on GC.
Bell Choir
St Joan of Arc/St Joseph Parish is looking for persons who would like to join their bell choir. No previous experience is necessary. See Mrs Dick for more info if you might be interested.
Drama Club
Auditions for the Fall Play "Sherlock Holmes" will be today, Thursday, September 12th. You do not have to come to both! Script cuttings are available in room 214 and in the main office.
Athletics:
The girls tennis team lost a heartbreaker yesterday to West Holmes by the score of 3-2. Winning for the Cru were Ava Kraft at second singles and Katie Findley at 3rd. Both doubles teams of D’Antonio-Koukoutas and Stevens, and Hoover and Johnston, battled into the third set before just falling short at the finish line. The girls record stands at 8-4 on the season as they travel to Orange this afternoon for a match this afternoon in the second round of the Ohio Tennis Coaches Team tournament.
Girls Varsity Soccer faced a hard-fought battle Tuesday evening, ultimately falling to River View with a final score of 1-2. Despite the narrow loss, the Crusaders demonstrated commendable teamwork throughout the match. Senior goalkeeper Sydney Klemens delivered an exceptional performance, making a total of 6 saves. On the offensive end, Sarah Belden scored the Crusaders' only goal, with Elie Buckler providing the assist. They are now 4-3, the Lady Crusaders will look to bounce back in their next away game against the Hiland Hawks on Tuesday, September 17th.
Boys Varsity Golf will have a match this afternoon at 4:00pm against Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy.
JV & Varsity Volleyball will have home games this evening starting at 5:00pm against Tusky Valley.
Boys Varsity Soccer will have an away game this evening at 5:00pm against Crestwood.
Boys Freshman Football will travel to Dover tonight, the game starts at 6:00pm.
7th and 8th grade volleyball will have an away game against Marlington tonight.
Girls JV and Varsity Golf will have an away match this afternoon at 3:00 pm at the Legends of Massillon.
Wednesday, September 11
Admin: We are on an AM Liturgy schedule today for Mass at SJA. Musicians and servers should leave second period around 9am if possible.
Guidance:
A representative from the University of Dayton will be here today at 8:30am to speak to interested students. You must have a permission slip signed by your first period teacher in order to attend. These slips are available in the Guidance hallway. The meeting will be held in the Guidance Lab.
Knights of Columbus Scholarship:
The Knights of Columbus is offering a $1000 scholarship to students with financial need and who have at least a 2.5 grade point average. Scholarship applications are due to the Knights of Columbus by Saturday, Nov. 30. Please see Mrs. Waltenbaugh for more information or access scholarship application at: https://www.OhioCharityFoundation.org. This scholarship is also posted on the scholarship board on the first floor.
Service Opportunities:
The Knights of Columbus and Ignite Youth Ministry are looking for volunteers to help at Yankee Peddler. Yankee Peddler takes place at Clay's Park in Canal Fulton for two more weekends in September, 9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22. Helpers are needed from 10-6, or for half shifts from 10-2 or 2-6 at the stromboli and chicken booths. More info and sign ups are on GC!
St. Mary’s Football Program needs help for a couple more games, see GC!
Wellness Wednesday:
Happy Wellness Wednesday from the Healthy Heart Club! Today we would like to remind you to be sure that you are getting enough sleep! Teenagers require 9-10 hours of sleep a day in order to concentrate their best in school and perform their best in extracurriculars. Turn off the screens an hour before bedtime, avoid evening caffeine, and get a good night's sleep!
Bell Choir:
St Joan of Arc/St Joseph Parish is looking for persons who would like to join their bell choir. No previous experience is necessary. See Mrs. Dick for more info if you might be interested.
Drama Club
Auditions for the Fall Play "Sherlock Holmes" will be today, Wednesday Sept 11th and tomorrow, Thursday September 12th. You do not have to come to both! Script cuttings are available in room 214 and in the main office.
Athletics:
Last night the volleyball team faced off with SVSM, it was a hard-fought battle, but the Cru fell short. Our players demonstrated remarkable skill, determination, and teamwork throughout the game. Top stats: Serves: Sara Barnett with three aces and 10 service points, and Avery McMahon with two aces and 11 service points. Defense: Molly Marcheric with 26 digs and 19 receptions, Avery with 23 digs, Sara with 14 receptions Kills: Avery and Sophia Keane with 10 each, Gigi Marshall with 6. Assists: Mae Axline with 30 Blocks: Sophia and Mari Nist with 3, Avery and Mae with two each. Player of the game: Sophia Keane Great game last night Cru, come see us at home tomorrow against Tusky Valley Freshmen starting at 430, and JV/V to follow.
The boys soccer team defeated McKinley last night 8-2.Vince Pena led the way with 3 goals and 2 assists.Chase Cutcher had 2 goals and an assist. Alex Winkhart, Bryce Stalnaker and Jeiso Inestroza all had goals with Alex Winkhart, Mark Parham and Andrew Lepley each contributing an assist.Their next home game will be Saturday night against Chippewa with the JV team playing at 5 and the Varsity at 7. If interested in volunteering on the sideline, please see one of the players.
Girls Varsity Tennis will have a home match this afternoon at 4:00pm against West Holmes.
Tuesday, September 10
Service Opportunities:
The Knights of Columbus and Ignite Youth Ministry are looking for volunteers to help at Yankee
Peddler. Yankee Peddler takes place at Clay's Park in Canal Fulton for two more weekends in
September, 9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22. Helpers are needed from 10-6, or for half shifts from 10-2 or 2-6
at the stromboli and chicken booths. More info and sign ups are on GC!
St. Mary’s Football Program needs help for a couple more games, see GC!
Bingo help on Tuesday at SJA in the Social Hall at 9:00pm.
Bell Choir
St Joan of Arc/St Joseph Parish is looking for persons who would like to join their bell choir. No
previous experience is necessary. See Mrs Dick for more info if you might be interested.
Profit Ninjas
Interested in learning about businesses and how they operate? Profit Ninjas (aka Entrepreneurship
Club) is having a meeting for current and prospective ninjas tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at
7:35 in room 215 to make plans for the 3 operating divisions. If interested in Profit Ninjas but are
unable to attend the morning meeting, see Mr. Knore during the week.
Drama Club
Auditions for the Fall Play "Sherlock Holmes" will be Wednesday Sept 11th and Thursday
September 12th. You do not have to come to both! Script cuttings are available in room 214 and in
the main office.
Athletics:
Central volleyball fell in a tough match against Berlin Hiland last night. Top stats are: Kills: Avery
McMahon 7, Aces: Grace Hickman, Sara Barnett, and Jaeda Johnson with one each, Digs: Molly
Marceric 17, Blocks: Avery and Sophia Keane with one each, Assists: Mae Axline 13. Catch us at
our next home match this Thursday against Tusky Valley!
Girls Freshman, JV and Varsity Volleyball will have away games tonight starting at 4:30pm against
St Vincent/St. Mary.
Girls Varsity Soccer will have a home game this evening at 5:00pm against River View.
Boys Varsity Soccer will have a home game tonight at 7:00pm against McKinley.
Monday, September 9
Service Opportunities:
The Knights of Columbus and Ignite Youth Ministry are looking for volunteers to help at Yankee Peddler. Yankee Peddler takes place at Clay's Park in Canal Fulton three weekends in September, 9/7, 9/8, 9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22. Helpers are needed from 10-6, or for half shifts from 10-2 or 2-6 at the stromboli and chicken booths. More info and sign ups are on GC!
St. Mary’s Football Program needs help for another date, see GC!
St. Joan of Arc Food Cupboard every Monday in the Social Hall. You can go over after school to help set up and stay as long as you are able to.
Bingo help on Tuesday at SJA in the Social Hall at 9:00pm.
Speech & Debate
Do you like to argue? Do you enjoy acting, politics, writing, or talking? Successful individuals such as Oprah Winfrey, Adam Sandler, Josh Gad, Zac Efron, first started in high school Speech and Debate. Come and find out what we actually do and how we can help catapult you to success. The Speech and Debate team will have an informational meeting on Monday at 3:00. Please see Mrs. Harris in 208 if you are interested but unable to attend.
Bell Choir
St Joan of Arc/St Joseph Parish is looking for persons who would like to join their bell choir. No previous experience is necessary. See Mrs Dick for more info if you might be interested.
Drama Club
Auditions for the Fall Play "Sherlock Holmes" will be Wednesday Sept 11th and Thursday September 12th. You do not have to come to both! Script cuttings are available in room 214 and in the main office.
Liturgical Music Group
The liturgical music group will practice after school on Monday in room 305 from 3-3:45 for Wednesday's Mass. Please bring your instruments and your music binders from last year. Anyone who would like to join the liturgical music group to sing or play at our Masses is invited. See Mrs. Dick and if you have any questions.
Athletics:
On Saturday at the Dover Invitational, the boys cross country team placed 3rd of 16 teams, 2nd in the small school division. Leading the Crusaders were Carlos Cantera-Quintero, Easton Miller, Grant Eberhardt, Ben Reese, Rowan Benjamin, Mason Schilling and Ben Barnett. The girls team placed 10th led by Julia Holmes, Lily Bentzel, Taylor Magee, Sophia Natale, and Sophie Martin. Good Luck this Saturday at the Boardman Spartan Invitational.
On Saturday night, the boys soccer defeated St.Thomas 5-0. Bryce Stalnaker and Jeiso Inestroza each had a goal and assist. Chase Cutcher, Vince Pena and Adam Frech also scored goals for the Crusaders. Emerson Schiger and Mark Parham each played goalkeeper to earn the second shutout of the season.The next home game is tomorrow at 7PM against McKinley. The team is looking for some volunteers to be ball people along the sideline during the game. If interested in helping out,
talk to one of the players and come out on Tuesday night.
Freshman Volleyball will be home this afternoon against Hiland at 4:30pm.
JV Volleyball will be home this evening against Hiland at 5:30pm.
Varsity Volleyball will be home this evening against Hiland at 7:00pm.
Boys Varsity Golf will have an away match this morning against Dover Hudson at 9:00am.
Girls Varsity Golf will have an away match this afternoon against Massillon at 2:04pm.