January 2007

Dear Charlotte Catholic Parents:

The holidays are behind us, and the academic year half over.  It’s a good time for the PTO to thank all parents who have been so generous in their support of Charlotte Catholic High School.  A look at PTO efforts thus far:

• Each teacher and staff member received a Christmas bonus – thanks to all families who have contributed thus far, and yes, we are still accepting checks! Please mail to Jean Mazzucca (see address below) or send to school in an envelope marked “PTO.”  

• Each family has received the Student Directory, which is paid for with PTO dues ($35 per year, we are still accepting those, too!).  Please let the office know if you haven’t received your directory.

• Breakfast with the Principal was great fun, though bad weather did limit our numbers.  Parents, we’ll do this again in February and May -- watch Edline for dates.

• Our teachers enjoyed a catered dinner as school started, dinner again during parent-teacher conferences, and a holiday breakfast.  Food is love, and we love our teachers!

• Prospective students and parents enjoyed refreshments at the Open House in November, thanks to the efforts of Donna Focht.   Donna has also organized a team of parent bakers who are making many school events even nicer – thank you!

• All teachers and staff receive a birthday card with Starbuck’s gift card.  We also honored Jerry Healy, Angela Montague, Randy Belk and Steve Carpenter on Principal’s Day in November. 

• Seniors and their families kicked off senior retreat with Mass and potluck dinner, hosted by junior parents.  

• Like that new message board in front of school?  The PTO and the Athletic Association teamed up for this great addition.

• Yet to come this year:  Post-baccalaureate Mass reception for seniors and their families and last but never least, the post-prom extravaganza, traditionally hosted by freshman and sophomore parents and chaired by Kathi Kneir.  Thank you, Kathi!!!

• And to our grade parents, please take a bow.  It’s a four-year volunteer commitment that begins freshman year.  They work with the PTO to make everyone’s life a little nicer.  Thank them when you see them!

Freshman:                   Ann Hatton, Maureen Regele, Judy Ellis                              

Sophomore:                Mary Ann Thomas, Ellen Barcelona, Shayne Brannon

Junior:                         Jill Brehm, Cherie Bouchon, Donna Birch

Senior:                         Mary Margaret Bishop, Suzanne Tans, Joanne Alexy

Please contact us if you have any questions, concerns or ideas that the PTO can help with.  And again, thank you so very much for your support.  Happy New Year!

Cyndi Thilo           Liz Peralta              Jean Mazzuca                        Donna Focht

President              Vice President        Treasurer                    Hospitality

704-365-3360       704- 367-9690        704-821-9153              704-554-1263

The PTO is still accepting donations to the Christmas fund for teachers and staff, as well as PTO dues.  Make checks to the CCHS-PTO and send Jean Mazzucca, 7338 Cobblecreek, Weddington, NC 28104, or send to the school office marked to Jean’s attention.  Many thanks.