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January 29, 2019
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In this Edition
  • Upcoming Events
  • Academic Awards
  • 8th Graders vs. Staff Basketball Game
  • Finance Committee Meeting
  • Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Assemblies
  • Skate City Party: Thursday
  • Re-enrollment: Intent to Return
  • Peer Tutoring: Available for K-4 Students Wednesday Mornings
  • 4th Grade Medieval Festival: Highlights
  • Kindie Kindness
  • Masquerade Ball: Thank You to PTO organizers & Volunteers
  • Multicultural Festival: Calling All Volunteers & Performers
  • News from Student Council
  • 5 - 8 Winter Dance: Volunteers Needed
  • Library News
  • Collection Display Opportunity
  • Volunteers Needed
  • AR Resources
  • Tips from Maverick: Outdoor Recess Policy
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Winter & Spring Fencing Club: : Registration Now Open
  • Current Employment Opportunities
  • Upcoming Events in CCSD & Community
  • Day at the Capital: February 27, 2019
  • CCSD Chess Tournament: March 9, 2019
  • Free Camp for Girls Entering 9th Grade: Summer 2019
  • Helpful Links
Upcoming Events
  • January 29:
Academic Assemblies
  • January 31:
Finance Committee Meeing
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Assemblies
  • February 4:
Governance Meeting (8:05 a.m.)
  • February 5:
SAC Meeting (8:05 a.m.)
Academic Awards Assemblies:
Today, January 29, 2019
To celebrate our students' academic achievement, we have our Academic Award Assemblies that will occur in the CCA gym. Please see the times below:

  • K - 1: 8:00 a.m.
  • 2 - 4: 9:00 a.m.
  • 5 - 8: 1:15 p.m.
CCA Basketball:
Thank You for a Great Season!
The 8th Graders vs. Staff Basketball Game
will be after school today , January 29, 2019, at 4:00 p.m.
Thank you for a great basketball season Eagles!

Please returned washed jerseys to head coaches by Friday, February 1, 2019.
Finance Committee Meeting:
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Please join us Thursday morning for the monthly Finance Meeting.

The meeting will begin at 8:05 a.m.
The CCA PTO Presents
The Cleo Parker Dance Robinson Assembly:
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Thursday, January 31, 2019

Middle School Assembly:
  • 8:15 a.m.- 9:15 a.m.

Elementary School Assembly:
  • 9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
Since its inception, CPRD has served well over half a million K-12 students in school districts throughout the Front Range. CPRD Education programs infuse arts into curriculum, which helps ignite a truly unique learning process. Through innovative lesson plans and workshop techniques, the CPRD Education Team engages students through the magic of movement and creative expression.
 
Join CCA students as they learn life-changing social and emotional skills; accountability; work ethic and teamwork.
Skate City Party:
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Intent to Return
Cherry Creek Academy will begin offering available slots on Monday, February 4th for the 2019-2020 school year. In order to ensure CCA has an accurate count for the next school year, we ask that you please take the time to complete this  Intent to Return   Form. Please note that if you indicate a child is not returning, this acts as a withdrawal form with an effective date of the last day of school. 

Please direct any questions or concerns to Caitlin Sullivan, CCA Registrar, at  csullivan@cherrycreekacademy.org . 
Peer Tutoring for Students in K-4 :
Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.

Peer Tutoring is now available on Wednesday mornings from 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. Tutoring is available on a first come first serve basis for students in grades K-4. Peer Tutoring is being offered by CCA's Peer Helpers. Students can come in for homework help or to work on AR goals. 

For Wednesday morning tutoring, please check in with Ms. Sadie at the front desk. We are able to help tutor 3 students per Peer Helper (about 6 students total). Peer Tutoring will be held in the conference rooms in the front office. Students who arrive for Peer Tutoring are expected to stay the entire 30 minutes. Once the student limit is met, any other student present for tutoring will be directed to the gym.

If your child will be attending Peer Tutoring, please have them bring 1-2 AR books, as well as any homework they would like to work on. There will be computers available for students to take AR quizzes.
4th Grade Medieval Festival
On Friday, January 25, 2019, CCA fourth graders celebrated the end of their unit on Medieval studies at the annual fourth grade medieval festival in the CCA gym.

Students enjoyed dressing up in period costumes, jousting, playing games, having their faces painted, and enjoying a feast fit for royalty!

A great time was had by all!
Kindie Kindness
Last week CCA kindergartners ended No Name Calling Week with a fun activity that celebrated friendship and incoorporated CCA's 8 Values: leadership, responsibility, respect, loyalty, integrity, humility, diligence and compassion. 
K - 5 Masquerade Ball: Huge Success
On Friday evening, CCA students in grades K - 5 enjoyed an enchanted evening at the annual Masquerade Ball. A huge thanks goes to the CCA PTO for organizing this fun-filled event, and to all the parents who volunteered to make sure our students had a great time.
Celebrating The Cultures of the World
Are you excited about celebrating the different cultures of the world with a fun filled evening of music, dance, food, and activities from various countries? The CCA Multicultural Festival 2019 will be celebrated on Friday, March 29, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm Friday at Cherry Creek High School (Information Center Building). Due to space and parking limitations at CCA, we have decided to continue celebrating our festival at Cherry Creek High school.

We are looking for volunteers to represent different countries, cultures, or continents; volunteers to help out with the event in general; and CCA students, staff, and parents willing to showcase performances from the various cultures.

Please click one or both the links below to volunteer:
Calling All Performers
for the Multicultural Performance
We are in need of performances for CCA's annual Multicultural Festival, March 29th! 

If you or someone you know is interested in performing for this memorable event, please fill out the attached Performance Proposal here or visit https://goo.gl/forms/PNckhkWErYiVvcVE3.

If you have any questions, please reach out to:

Kyra Tench , CCA 4th Grade Teacher, at 
or  
Alexa Labozan , CCA 4th Grade Teacher, at alabozan@cherrycreekacademy.org
News from Student Council
Student Council's Annual 6 - 8 Winter Dance will be on February 8, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

There will be an all inclusive fee of $7 or $5 and 5 cans of food per person. In addition to admission to the dance, this fee will include 2 pieces of pizza, hot chocolate & a cookie decorating activity.

Snack shack items will also be sold.

Water will be available from water fountains; please have your children bring their own bottle.

If you would like to volunteer, please click the button below.
CCA Library News
The Library is looking for parents or students willing to display their collections during the year. Themes can vary including antique toys, Star Wars memorabilia or Native American art, just to name a few. Kids have already enjoyed a baseball and a Harry Potter Lego display. All items are kept under lock-and-key and a parent volunteer is also available to help set up. Email Amy Larson , the CCA Librarian for inquiries and details.
The CCA Library needs volunteers that can come in regularly from 1:30 to 4:00 on Wednesdays, or from 2:30 to 4:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. After school hours are also available. The job requires a conscientious person who is detail oriented with a good sense of order. Alphabetizing skills and a knowledge of decimal places is required. When books are not available for shelving, then organizing books on the shelf is always needed.
AR Resources at Home
Renaissance Home Connect allows parents to monitor their student’s Accelerated Read (AR) progress from home. Go to the Accelerated Reader Home Connect webpage and bookmark it. Your child can then provide the username and password. It is the same one they use every day at school.
 
Email Notifications
If you would like to receive emails showing your student’s quiz results, click the Email Setup link in Renaissance Home Connect and follow the directions.
 
Update Your Address Book
To be sure emails reach your inbox, add homeconnectautodelivery@renlearnrp.com to your address book.

Find books in the AR Program

The website  arbookfind.com will help you:
  1. Find Accelerated Reader books 
  2. Choose books at the appropriate reading level, 
  3. Find quiz numbers and point values. 

For more details, access the Library webpage. You can also find the CCA Library webpage by going to the CCA home page. Click Library, located on the menu bar. Then click on Accelerated Reader at the top of the screen. Please contact Amy Larson, CCA Librarian, with any questions.
The More You Know: Tips from Maverick

  • Opportunities in the Library: Mrs. Larson, CCA's librarian, is looking for a few dedicated volunteers to help shelve books in alphabetical and numerical order.
  • Used Uniform Sale Volunteers Earn Double Hours: Volunteers are needed for the Used Uniform Sale prep on February 26th and during the sale on February 27th. If interested, please email Jessica King, PTO Vice President of Fundrasing, at: PTOfundraising@cherrycreekacademy.org.
  • The Yearbook Committee is looking for volunteers to take pictures for the yearbook, if you are interested, please sign up here.
  • Monday Munchies: Looking for a way to volunteer, but you're short on time? Bring treats for our wonderful teachers on Monday.
Winter & Spring Fencing Club at CCA:
Registration is Now Open for Students in Grades K - 8
Current Employment Opportunities
  • Substitute Teachers

If you are interested in any of the positions listed above, please click here for more information and email your resume and cover letter to  careers@cherrycreekacademy.org .
Upcoming Events in Cherry Creek School District & the Community
Day at the Capitol
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
The Cherry Creek Community Legislative Network (CCCLN) is again pleased to sponsor a  Day at the Capitol  on Tuesday, February 27, 2019. This is a great opportunity for parents, students, teachers, administrators, and community members to come see first-hand what takes place at the Capitol. Meet and hear from legislators that represent our District, and learn about current legislative proposals that may impact education.
 
Please see below flyer for details of the day’s events as well as online registration information. For more information, contact CCCLN President, Laura Felix at laurafelix.slp@gmail.com .
Cherry Creek School District Chess Tournament:
Saturday, March 9, 2019
Entries must be received by March 2, 2019. Sign up early! The tournament will be limited to the first 200 students that sign up!
Free Summer Camp for Girls Entering 9th Grade:
July 15 - August 2, 2019