It’s official, Shamrocks have done it! Thanks to the amazing support of our community, Catholic Central has made history in the 2025 DRIVE Fundraiser, shattering all expectations and surpassing the ONE MILLION DOLLAR mark. With a grand total of $1,048,204, the Shamrock community smashed last year’s record of $873,034, setting a new standard of excellence for years to come. 

This year's DRIVE was nothing short of spectacular, as alumni, parents, staff, students, and friends of Catholic Central came together to support the school’s mission and vision. Their dedication and generosity made this monumental achievement possible, and we couldn’t be more thankful for their commitment to the future of Catholic Central.

Every dollar raised during the DRIVE goes directly to tuition assistance, ensuring that more young men have the opportunity to receive a Catholic education rooted in Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. Thanks to this overwhelming support, countless young men will have the chance to grow and thrive as part of the Catholic Central family.

The 2025 DRIVE was a week of school spirit like no other, filled with engaging assemblies, exciting challenges, hallway decorations, giveaways, and entertainment. But, at its heart, the DRIVE is all about making a lasting impact on the lives of Catholic Central students. 

This year’s theme, Mythology, brought the entire student body together and boasted some of the best decorations the CC gym has ever seen. Led by the senior class, who are tasked with designing the theme, creating entertainment, and running the assemblies, the 2025 DRIVE was a resounding success that will go down in history.

As a reward for their hard work, Shamrocks earned a total of 16 days off, commonly known as DRIVE Fridays. On these Fridays, students have the option to participate in DRIVE Development Days, a series of professional development events designed to teach students leadership skills and gain real-world experience. 

Each year, the opportunities change, offering everything from college visits to cooking classes, car maintenance workshops, and wealth management seminars. This year's schedule and registration links are available here.

For many, the DRIVE is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a tradition that creates lasting memories and a deep sense of pride in the Catholic Central community. It's a week where students, parents, faculty, and alumni come together with a common purpose: to ensure that Catholic Central remains an institution of growth, opportunity, and faith.

Congratulations to the Shamrock community for making history, and thank you to everyone who participated and donated this year! Stay tuned for the announcement of the DRIVE raffle ticket winners on April 29, 2025 at 2 pm. Winners do not have to be present to win.