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The Raider Year in Review: 2024

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Raider Nation had a lot to celebrate in 2024! Take a look at some of our top videos and highlights from the past year.

 

Top Raider Videos of 2024

Class of 2024 Commencement

Welcome to CCHS

Raider Football at Fenway

 

Top Raider News Headlines of 2024

Based on Google analytics and other metrics - listed in chronological order.
Thanking Our Principal, Mrs. Doreen Keller

Central Catholic's beloved Principal, Mrs. Doreen Keller '71PMA has decided to retire at the end of the academic year. Mr. Christopher Sullivan '81, President, shared his thoughts and his gratitude to Mrs. Keller for what she has meant to the CCHS family.

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The Real Thing!

It's official - Navin Ramesh '24 has been named a 2024 Coca-Cola Scholar! He is one of just 150 Scholars selected from a pool of 103,800 applicants nationwide after a highly-competitive process. Congratulations, Navin!

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Taking Care of Business

Congratulations the Central Catholic DECA Club! An unprecedented 46 Raiders qualified for the State DECA Conference in Boston based on their performance at the DECA District 3 Career Development Conference. Good luck to the students as they compete at States!

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Scoops and Hoops Scores a Win for Lazarus House

On Wednesday, February 28, the CCHS Family came together for the Scoops and Hoops Tournament to benefit Lazarus House Ministries. This new initiative was conceived and organized by students enrolled in the Poverty, Policy, and Justice class offered by the Religious Studies Department.

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STATE CHAMPIONSHIP in Track & Field

Congratulations to the Raider Girls Indoor Track & Field Team on winning the Division 1 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP after winning the Merrimack Valley Conference Championship for the second consecutive year.

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Celebrating College Acceptances

College acceptances keep rolling in for our accomplished Class of 2024. Congratulations to the members of the class on your many successes, and good luck as you select the best fit for your bright future!

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Raider Gymnastics Best In New England

Congratulations to the Raider Gymnastics Team, on winning their second straight New England Championship, in addition to the Merrimack Valley Championship and their first-ever State Championship as part of a historic season.

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Experience Spirit Week 2024 In Photos

Raider Spirit was on full display as Central Catholic celebrated Spirit Week from March 11 through March 15. Check out the Spirit Week photos to relive the Spirit Week experience - or to experience it vicariously.

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High Purposes, True to Principles

Congratulations to the 118 students who were inducted into the Marist Chapter of the National Honor Society on April 9, 2024. We are proud of you for establishing and maintaining the highest standards inside and outside the classroom!

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Sophomore Career Day

On Wednesday, April 10, 2024, the Class of 2026 participated in a Career Day as part of the Sophomore Year Counseling Program. Thank you to all of our Raider Career Mentors for sharing their time, their experience, and their wisdom with our students!

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Raider Shark Tank - Season 2

Nine teams of student-entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas to a group of real-life business leaders. Thank you to our judges, to our entrepreneurship students, to host and teacher Mr. Matthew Sansoucie '06, and to everyone who assisted with and attended this great event!

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Freshman Day at Camp Marist

On Tuesday, April 23, the Class of 2027 traveled to Camp Marist on Ossipee Lake in New Hampshire to explore what it means to be a Raider and to be Marist!

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Announcing Our Next Principal

As Central Catholic prepares to begin our 90th year in the fall, we are excited to announce that Mr. Andrew Murray, our current Assistant Principal for Student Success, will serve as the 17th Principal of Central Catholic, effective July 1, 2024.

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The Class of 2024 Senior Awards Gala

This year's graduating class gathered in the Memorial Gymnasium on May 18 to celebrate each other, their achievements, and their contributions to the Raider Family. Congratulations to the Class of 2024 and all of the award recipients!

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The Triumphant Return of 1974

Over 100 members of the Class of 1974 from CCHS, SMHS, and PMA celebrated their Golden Anniversary as part of Central Catholic's 86th Commencement. Congratulations, Class of 1974!

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25 More Raiders Commit to Play Collegiate Sports

On May 14, 2024, 25 Central Catholic student-athletes committed to continue their academics and to participate in Division 1, 2 & 3 collegiate athletics. Congratulations and good luck to these accomplished Raiders!

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Lighting the Flame of Marist Leadership

At the close of each academic year, student leaders travel to Camp Marist on Ossipee Lake (NH) for Central Catholic's Camp Champagnat Leadership Institute, aka Camp Champ, aka Camp Champ, an overnight, student-organized Marist Leadership camp for rising CCHS sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

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Let the Learning Begin!

Central Catholic was excited to welcome students back to school to begin the 2024-2025 Academic Year on Thursday, September 5, and Friday September 6. All classes are now in session and Welcome Week has begun!

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Freshman Orientation - Being a Raider & Being Marist

The Class of 2028 came together on Friday, September 13, for Freshman Orientation. This day serves as an introduction to what makes Central Catholic unique as freshmen begin to learn what it means to be a Raider and to be a Marist.

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Dedication of the Al Peterson '50 Student Life Center

On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, classmates, friends, family, and loved ones gathered on the Central Catholic campus for a milestone ribbon cutting ceremony marking the official opening of the new Al Peterson '50 Student Life Center.

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Campus Transformation - The Champagnat Peace Gardens

What was once the Hampshire Street entrance for Central Catholic has been transformed into a picturesque, unique, and prayerful experience for students, faculty, and staff - the St. Marcellin Champagnat Peace Gardens! This project was made possible by students through Walk 2023 and by the support of generous supporters and benefactors.

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Thankful to be a Raider

Raider spirit and gratitude were on full display this Thanksgiving season! Thank you to everyone who participated in the abundance of blessings and activities - including the Annual Food Drive for Lazarus House, the Thanksgiving Prayer Service, the Coach O'Sullivan Alumni Race, Raider Football at Fenway, and the Class Reunions!

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Sports Season Summaries of 2024

Winter 2024 Sports Highlights

Now that all the post season accolades are in, we are excited to highlight and celebrate the success of our Winter Sports Teams and student-athletes. Congratulations on successful and hard-fought seasons.

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Spring 2024 Sports Highlights

Now that all the post season accolades are in, we are excited to highlight and celebrate the success of our Spring Sports Teams and student-athletes. Congratulations on successful and hard-fought seasons.

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Fall 2024 Sports Highlights

Now that most of the post season accolades are in, we are excited to celebrate the success of our Fall Sports Teams and Student-Athletes. Congratulations on successful and hard-fought seasons - including five MVC Championships!

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Arts & Creativity Highlights of 2024

Don't Feed the Plants!

Congratulations to the Theatre Guild on three outstanding, sold-out shows of Little Shop of Horrors in the Allan B. Rogers Memorial Theater on April 5 and 6, 2024!

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Raider Talent on Full Display

Visual art students at Central Catholic showcased their creative talents and hard work at the 2024 Art Expo on Thursday, April 25. Congratulations to all of our Raider student-artists and their teachers!

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Raider Chorus in Concert

Central Catholic's Concert Choir and Central Harmony presented a wonderful evening of music at the Spring Chorus Concert on Thursday, April 25. Congratulations to our Raider performers and their Music Director!

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Raider Musicians Take the Stage

Central Catholic's band program took the stage for an evening of performances at the Spring Band Concert on Thursday, May 2. Congratulations to the Raider musicians and their Music Director on an outstanding concert!

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Singing Loud for All to Hear

Congratulations to the Theatre Guild on three outstanding, sold-out shows of Elf The Musical in the Allan B. Rogers Memorial Theater on December 5, 6, and 7, 2024!

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A Magical Night of Art & Christmas Music

Thank you to all those who joined us on Friday, December 13, for an inspirational evening of art and music. A special thank you to all of the student-artists and student-musicians who shared their talents and themselves through the Winter Art Expo and the Winter Band & Chorus Concert.

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A Festive Night of Music & Poetry

The Central Catholic community came together on Saturday, December 21 for the annual Visions Christmas Coffeehouse. The night featured a variety of inspiring performances cheered on by a supportive audience filled with friends, classmates, and teachers.

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Academic & Leadership Awards of 2024

Second Term Academic Honor Roll

Central Catholic is proud to announce the Academic Honor Roll of Students for the Second Term of the 2023-2024 Academic Year. The Administration, Faculty, and Staff congratulate these young men and women for their well-earned achievements.

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Recognizing our Student Leaders & Scholars

Central Catholic High School is proud to announce the Academic Scholars and Principal's Award Recipients for the Second Term of the 2023-2024 Academic Year. Honorees are recognized at the quarterly Principal's Awards Breakfast.

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Meet the Valedictorian & Salutatorian

Congratulations to the Academic Leaders of the Class of 2024! Two Raiders have earned their way to the head of the class: Navin Ramesh '24 has been named Valedictorian and Arnav Lele '24 has been named Salutatorian.

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Third Term Academic Honor Roll

Central Catholic is proud to announce the Academic Honor Roll of Students for the Third Term of the 2023-2024 Academic Year. The Administration, Faculty, and Staff congratulate these young men and women for their well-earned achievements.

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Recognizing our Student Leaders & Scholars

Central Catholic High School is proud to announce the Academic Scholars and Principal's Award Recipients for the Third Term of the 2023-2024 Academic Year. Honorees are recognized at the quarterly Principal's Awards Breakfast.

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Fourth Term Academic Honor Roll

Central Catholic is proud to announce the Academic Honor Roll of Students for the Fourth Term of the 2023-2024 Academic Year. The Administration, Faculty, and Staff congratulate these young men and women for their well-earned achievements.

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Academic Awards Night 2024

Congratulations to all of the students who were honored at the Academic Awards Night recognizing underclassmen on June 6, 2024. We are so proud of you for achieving and maintaining the highest academic standards!

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Recognizing our Student Leaders & Scholars

Central Catholic High School is proud to announce the Academic Scholars and Principal's Award Recipients for the First Term of the 2024-2025 Academic Year. Honorees are recognized at the quarterly Principal's Awards Breakfast.

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First Term Academic Honor Roll

Central Catholic is proud to announce the Academic Honor Roll of Students for the First Term of the 2024-2025 Academic Year. The Administration, Faculty, and Staff congratulate these young men and women for their well-earned achievements.

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