Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

S.C.O.P.E. (Students Can Open People’s Eyes) supports multicultural students in their CCHS experience. The goal of SCOPE is for members to build relationships with peers, develop cultural agility through intercultural interaction, and create a network of support for multicultural students at CCHS while maintaining and sharing their identity and cultural values. SCOPE members participate in special retreat days and additional social, positive, and informative activities throughout the year.

Amnesty International is a worldwide organization whose vision is of a world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The Club endeavors to find meaningful methods of communication in our school community and to respond to issues of concern in a manner that is appropriate and consistent with the Mission of Central Catholic.

The Anime Club meets to discuss, view and share appreciation for Japanese Anime culture. Club meetings often include viewings and discussion and occasionally involve games and often include food.  Additional club activities may include movie nights to local theaters and dinners at local Japanese restaurants. 

Be the CAUSE is an interactive workshop where we learn and discuss topics around social and racial equity and justice and discuss practical ways to create a more inclusive environment here at CCHS.

Who should participate in this?

• Student-Athletes and Athletic Captains
• Student Club and Activity Representatives
• Student Council E-Board Members
• And all other students who are interested in making Central Catholic a more welcoming place for all of its students.

Participants will receive a Be the CAUSE certificate in diversity awareness and leadership from Merrimack College.

The Chinese Culture Club brings Chinese and other Asian traditions and celebrations to CCHS students. Members of the club explore Chinese culture through authentic Chinese cuisine, movies, festivals and celebrations. The club also hosts a weekly Chinese language table which encourages all CCHS students of any speaking capacity to come and converse in Chinese Mandarin. Previous experience speaking the Chinese language is not required. Anyone with a genuine interest in the Chinese way of life is encouraged to join.

Camp Champagnat is a fun and action packed three-day experience that promotes leadership in the Marist tradition. Participants discover the key elements of leadership and making a difference through the activities and games presented by the team of Student Leaders.

Lessons learned through St. Marcellin Champagnat's life serve as the foundation for the camp. By attending Camp Champagnat, participants become more connected to the CCHS community and are encouraged to take on a greater leadership role in their lives and at CCHS.

The Model United Nations (M.U.N.) Club gives students an opportunity to understand and participate in the UN concept of government. Students are encouraged to learn about different nations' perspectives and involvement in world affairs. The club participates in UN Model Conferences in the Fall and Spring competing with other schools.

The Passport Club is designed to expose students to cultural backgrounds and experiences that they might not have otherwise encountered. Special trips and cultural activities are planned throughout the year.

Spectrum celebrates that we are created in God’s image and that we all deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

The goal of Spectrum is to promote Catholic understanding, compassion and commitment to social justice for the LGTBQ community and their allies. Through various events and activities, Spectrum works to build acceptance and support within the Central Catholic community and have fun in the process.

Students for Life’s mission is to raise awareness of the pro-life movement. In an attempt to help the cause, members hold discussions about the respect for all life.

To help their mission, Students for Life hosts fundraisers and service days to help pregnancy care centers in our area. The group also promotes, organizes, and supports those attending the March for Life in Washington D.C.

United We Stand is a newly-established club working to break down popular social issues and talk about them in an unbiased setting.

Members come together to discuss social justice and human rights issues such as, but not limited to: pro-riot vs. anti-riot, women's rights, Black Lives Matter vs. All Lives Matter, climate change and many others. The kick-off meeting in November 2020 was attended by over 70 students!

"This club is much needed following the current events happening in our world,” stated the United We Stand Executive Board. “Many individuals need a place to focus on the conversation about these sensitive topics in order to make Central a more welcoming place for those of all backgrounds and beliefs."