Catholic Homeschool: The High School Years
Navigating the high school years—together. CHECH offers resources, community, and recognition to help your student thrive through graduation and beyond.
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Senior Scholarship
Two $1,000 Awards · Class of 2026
This year's essay prompt ties to our conference theme, Magna Conversatio—the Great Conversation.
Reflect on how engaging with great ideas across generations has shaped your home education, helped you grow in virtue, and prepared you for what's next.
Word count: 500–650 words Deadline: March 31, 2026
Winners receive:
$1,000 award
Recognition at Spring Showcase
Feature in the annual magazine
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National Honor Society
The only Catholic homeschool NHS chapter in the Houston area. Member benefit.
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UST & Parent Talks
While teens attend the lecture series, parents meet with UST Admissions to navigate college preparation, applications, and life after high school.
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Summer Reading Club
Teens read a selected text and gather to discuss. A celebration of literature and conversation.
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Spring Showcase
Senior graduation, NHS induction, student performances, and awards—a celebration for the whole family.
University of St. Thomas · May 30, 2026
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Annual Showcase Magazine
Submit your art, writing, photos, and achievements. Student work published annually alongside graduate highlights and family features.
Submissions due March 15, 2026.
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Senior Grad Scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships awarded to CHECH seniors. Winning essays published in the Showcase Magazine.
Applications due March 31, 2026.
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Events & Social Gatherings
Enrichments, service opportunities, and places to connect with other high schoolers.
First Friday Swing Dance — Holy Rosary, Midtown
HMNS Forensic Anthropology Lab — Feb 27
Houston Symphony: The Planets — May 17
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High School Resources
Summer camps, college fairs, scholarships, curriculum, dual credit, enrichments, and more—curated for homeschool families.
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Transcript Help
Downloadable template aligned with Texas graduation requirements to document your student's high school coursework.
