NEXT WEEK AT CCA
Next Week for September 30-October 6
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NEXT WEEK
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DAKIN DAIRY FARM
For all families that are registered, review the flyer that went home Wednesday with details about the trip. It is also attached to this email.
SAINT AUGUSTINE FIELD TRIP SURVEY
Please fill out the feedback survey for the Saint Augustine field trip. We want to hear from you!
https://forms.gle/Ku7vkpUgzZqCp7m39
SCHOOL PORTRAITS RETAKE DAY
October 20th is school portrait retake day. If you indicated on the previously posted form that you want to retake your picture or that you were absent, you may come to school in your Sunday’s best. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Moldovan at rmoldovan@discovercca.org.
SPELLING BEE
Spelling lists were sent home to students in 3rd grade-12th grade. Spelling Bees will take place by grade level on Friday, October 6th. Top placing students will be invited to participate in the regional bee on October 27th at Spring Hill Christian School in Spring Hill, Florida.
UPPER SCHOOL NIGHT OUT
Students in 7th-12th grade can join us on Friday, October 6th from 6:30-9:30 pm at HeadPinz (14513 Global Pkwy, Ft Myers) for an Upper School night out.
Bowling $57.00 per lane for 1.5 hrs. 6 people per lane; shoes $5.00; laser tag $8.50 per player for 1 round; video games and food are also available for purchase. No sign up needed. Students will pay on-site.
ELECTIVE TEACHERS NEEDED FOR 2ND SEMESTER
Join the CCA team as an elective teacher! We are looking for a Computer Applications teacher for 6th grade. Contact Alyson Roberts Aroberts@discovercca.org for additional details and questions.
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UPCOMING ANNOUNCEMENTS:
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DONUTS WITH DAD
All dads of students in KP-6th are invited to join us on Monday, October 9th at 8:30 for Donuts with Dad. We want to celebrate all dads with a breakfast treat and a special time with their students.
1st QUARTER SPIRIT DAY
The last day of each quarter is an all-school Spirit Day organized by the House Council. This is a great way to earn house points! Oct. 11 Spirit Day will be Sidekick Day! Think: Batman/Robin; Watson/Sherlock; Mario/Luigi or any other duo! Start planning your costume and sidekick!
HIGH SCHOOL HELP NEEDED
Faith Assembly is looking for high school volunteers to provide childcare for a church dinner on Sunday, October 15, 4:30-7:30 p.m. If you are available to help, please contact Christi Cecil by Friday, September 29. Volunteers will be given community service hours.
ACCREDIATION RENEWAL
Did you know Classical Christian Academy has maintained accreditation for 18 years?
We will complete our 5-year accreditation renewal site visit October 16th-18th for FCCPSA, Cognia, and NCPSA.
Here's why this is so significant:
Proven Excellence: Our long-standing accreditation demonstrates our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional education year after year.
Consistent Quality: We've consistently met and exceeded the highest educational standards, ensuring your child receives an excellent learning experience.
Continuous Improvement: We're committed to ongoing improvement, and the accreditation process holds us accountable to deliver the best education possible and helps keep us on our mission.
How can you help?
You can help by following drop-off and dismissal guidelines.
20TH ANNIVERSARY FALL FESTIVAL!
CCA is turning 20 this year, and we want YOU to celebrate with us!
Please save the date for a fall festival celebration on Friday, November 3rd, immediately following 3:30 dismissal. Food trucks, bounce houses, a petting zoo, a photo booth, games, and more will be just outside on the school’s lawn for your family’s enjoyment! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
MS BASKETBALL COACH NEEDED
Do you have a passion for basketball and are you looking for a great way to serve our CCA community? We are looking for a middle school basketball coach for this season. Games will run from mid-November through the end of January. Please e-mail CCA Athletics for more information or to find out how to get involved at gomavericks@discovercca.org
SAVE THE DATE-COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
Back by parent and staff request-Michael Phillips will share Part 2 of his discussion on helping us have a right perspective and response to the external world. Mr. Phillips was our Parent Meeting speaker last November. Open to all CCA families, staff, and high school students. Wednesday, October 18th at 2:30 pm.
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SIGN-UPS:
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OCTOBER BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
The deadline for Before School Care is October 1, sign up by using: https://fs19.formsite.com/discovercca/October-Before-Care/index.
The cost for October is $42.00. *6th-12th grade students can be dropped off as early as 7:15 am. *PK – 5th grade students can be dropped off as early as 8:00 am. If you have a student in both upper and lower school, you can drop students off at upper school time 7:15 am. For help, contact Kari Kahlstorf at kkahlstorf@discovercca.org or call/text 612-644-6326.
MS BASKETBALL SIGN-UPS ARE OPEN
Sign up by October 8 for our middle school basketball team! The team is co-ed, and open to grades 5th-8th. Team and practices will begin mid-October with games running from mid-November through the end of January. There is a multi-sport discount this year if your athlete has played a sport already this year or attended our summer camp. https://fs19.formsite.com/discovercca/gomavericks/index
ST AUGUSTINE FIELD TRIP
November 14 is the deadline to sign up with American Christian Tours for our field trip to St. Augustine and Kennedy Space Center from March 21-23. Students in KP-12 and their families are welcome! We will be traveling together and visiting several sites including Castilla de San Marcos, The Great Cross, touring the town with Old Town Trolley, the Old FL Agriculture Museum, and ending the trip at Kennedy Space Center. Students in 6th grade and up can go on the trip without a parent. We will have assigned chaperones to watch over the group. Students in KP-5th must have a parent or adult with them for the trip. Flyer
Visit acts-tours.com to sign-up. You will need to first create an account and then you will be asked for the tour code and password. The tour code is T242611A and the Password is 165329.
Due to the cost and nature of the trip, we are offering another option for our families. We have a reservation for a field trip to Kennedy Space Center on Saturday, March 23rd. The cost would be $24 for students and $76 for parents. For this trip, you would provide your own food and transportation. Sign-ups for the Saturday-only trip will be released later.
Contact Mrs. Dillehay with any questions. tdillehay@discovercca.org.
PARENT PARTNER
We love having our parents plugged into our school day! If you have not signed up, please contact Melissa Hemmer at mhemmer@discovercca.org for assistance with getting on the calendar.
IMPORTANT!! Please arrive at school no later than 8:30m and check in at the front desk. You will receive a binder with your duties and assignments for the day. Don’t forget to pack your lunch and bring water. For all Parent Partner details, visit www.discovercca.org/calendars.
Do you need to contact the Family Engagement Coordinator? Melissa can be texted at 732-778-4463. Text is preferred if there’s a last-minute issue.
Monday, 10/2
Moore
Turner
Wednesday, 10/4
Batista-Reis
Wolf
Friday, 10/6
Ripo
Smith, R
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CALENDAR:
www.discovercca.org/calendars
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2023-2024 School Calendar & Athletic Calendar
Looking for the next school year’s calendar? Click here to download it: https://www.discovercca.org/calendars