Summer Assignments

Rooted in our mission to develop graduates who lead with faith, compassion, and purpose, Central Catholic's summer learning experience invites students to reflect on how they live their values in everyday life. Centered on this year's theme, Faith in Action: Walk This Way, students will explore what it means to treat others with dignity, build meaningful community, and use their gifts in service to the world around them. 

Inspired by the example of Jesus, this summer's work challenges students to consider not only what they believe but they choose to live. Through reading, reflection, and creative expression, students will examine how their actions can foster belonging, strengthen relationships, and contribute to a more just and compassionate world. Thus, all students are required to complete two assignments this summer:

One Book of Choice: Make a good-faith effort to find something that you will actually enjoy, that fits who you are as a person, that you feel comfortable sharing, and that you haven't read before. You will be assessed on your book of choice during the first two weeks of school in your English classes.

One Project: Design and complete a meaningful personal, family, school, parish, or community-based project that answers the question: “How do I live my faith in action by walking with others in ways that promote dignity, respect, belonging, and service?" You will present your project to your peers on September 1, 2026, in Advisory. 

Click here for more information about the required Summer Walking With Others project