CBA Elementary Lion Link 🐾

Hello CBA Elementary Families,

We would like to take a moment to congratulate the aspiring actors who participated in the Creative Actors Club with Uptown Performing Arts in the 1st Trimester. Students brought the play, SUPER! to life on Monday afternoon. We are so impressed by their passion and creativity. They absolutely left us in awe!

As we approach the season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to reflect on what makes Chesterbrook Academy such a special place. At the heart of our school are the incredible students, families, and staff members who bring our community to life every day.

We are deeply thankful for the trust you place in us to educate and nurture your children. Watching them grow, learn, and achieve their goals is a privilege we cherish. Your partnership and involvement—whether through volunteering, supporting school events, or simply cheering your children on—enhance our school’s vibrant spirit.

Our dedicated teachers and staff share this gratitude and commitment to making Chesterbrook Academy a second home for our students. Together, we foster an environment where every child feels valued, inspired, and empowered to thrive.

As we continue this school year, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for each of you. Your dedication to our school community makes all the difference, and we are honored to be part of your family's educational journey.

Thank you for being an essential part of what makes Chesterbrook Academy extraordinary. Wishing you a season filled with warmth, joy, and togetherness.

With gratitude,

Joe Rodia, Head of School

Amanda Capotrio, Principal

Heather Maltese, Administrative Assistant

Be sure to take a minute to check out our Winter Club & Enrichment offerings! Clubs begin the week of December 2nd.

This trimester, select from a number of opportunities for all ages, including Kids Fitness, Sports Club, Bricks 4 Kidz, Mario Kart Klub, ATA Martial Arts, Soccer Shots and more!

Click on the link below to learn more!

Mario Kart After-School Klub: Fun, Strategy, and Teamwork!

Join us for another exciting after-school CBA Klub designed for those who love Mario Kart and want to take their gaming skills to the next level or first time racers!! This Klub is perfect for students 2nd grade and up and focuses on improving gameplay, learning racing strategies, and developing teamwork skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Mario Kart is more than just a game (Some say it's a way of life...) —it's a chance to learn valuable lessons about cooperation, planning, and perseverance. Through friendly competition and guided practice, your child will:

• Master New Skills: Explore shortcuts, power-ups, and advanced racing techniques to improve their performance.
• Build Teamwork: Discover how working together as a team can lead to even greater success, from shared strategies to supporting one another on the track.
• Grow Confidence: Celebrate wins, learn from challenges, and build self-esteem through positive reinforcement and collaboration.

Whether your child is a seasoned Mario Kart racer or brand-new to the game, this Klub is all about having fun and growing together. Sessions will include individual practice, team challenges, and group discussions to reflect on lessons learned from each race.

Spaces are limited, so sign up today to let your child experience the joy of learning through play!

Mondays 4:00-4:45pm

Dates: 12/2-2/24 (No session 12/23, 12/30, 1/20, 2/17)

Grades: 2nd-5th

Chesterbrook Academy Creative Actors Club will engage in theater games and exercises while developing healthy vocal production for the stage, improvisation and acting skills. As performers progress through the classes they develop confidence, individuality and begin to recognize the importance of their individual voice. During the Winter Session performers will rehearse a short play which will be performed on the last day of class for a limited number of friends and family.

Mondays 3:45-4:45 pm

Dates: 1/13, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (snow date 3/31)

Final Show: 3/24 at 4:15 pm for friends and family in the Gym

Grades: 2nd-5th

Meet our Lion of the Week, Hope B.!

Every morning, Hope walks into school with a smile that could light up the whole building! She's not just a great student; she's also a super kind and loyal friend.

Hope's always trying to be the best version of herself. She takes our school pledge seriously and is always looking out for herself and others. She's respectful of our classroom and everyone in it.

When things don't go as planned, Hope doesn't get down. Instead, she asks for help and works hard to fix it.

We're so proud of Hope and all she does! She's a true Lion!

• 11/26 - "Friendsgiving" - PAC will provide a special dessert for lunch!
• 11/27-11/29 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
• 12/2 - School Resumes & Winter Clubs begin
• 12/3 & 12/5 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
• 12/4 - Kindergarten & 1st Grade Winter Concert - 10:00am

All family members who wish to volunteer regularly at any campus or serve as a chaperone on field trips are required to undergo background checks. Additionally, a signature is required on the Volunteer Handbook Acknowledgement and Waiver, along with a completed Volunteer Application.

Below are the following documents:

- Volunteer Handbook

- Volunteer Application

- Volunteer Policy for CBA Elementary and Spring Education Group

Please review the policy and return the required forms, along with the clearances listed below, in order to volunteer or serve as a chaperone on a field trip.

Required clearances for all prospective volunteers and chaperones:

- Report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP)

- Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse)

- DHS fingerprint-based Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check (DHS FBI)

You can obtain these clearances here.

If you already have these clearances, we can accept them if they have been completed within the last 60 months, unless otherwise requested.

We appreciate your support and are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Starting October 1st, any past due accounts will incur a one-time late fee if payment is not received by the 10th of the month. Please note the following provision regarding tuition payments:

•Per the enrollment agreement, parents agree to pay tuition and fees according to their selected payment plan and the due dates specified or agreed upon. A late fee of $25 will be assessed to cover administrative costs associated with follow-up on overdue accounts.

To view your account balance and make a payment, please visit our parent portal, Alma.

1. Click on the link below to access ALMA to set up your account

2. Click “Forgot Password”

3. Username is firstname.lastname of primary account holder

4. Enter Email

1. Click on the link below to access ALMA

2. Click Accounts

3. Click Contacts

4. Add/Edit Contacts and set authorized pick-up and communication preferences

• Daily Uniform: Girls and boys should wear a green or blue polo shirt with khaki shorts/pants/skirt.
• PE Uniform: PE t-shirt and mesh shorts or sweatpants with sneakers are required on PE days.
• Shoes & Socks: On Daily Uniform days, students must wear brown shoes with white, green or blue socks. Students should wear sneakers on PE days.

**Please note, students should not wear Ugg boots to school**

Families assist us in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all our Children by keeping sick Children at home. The purpose of our sick child policy is to:

• Reduce the spread of illness from a sick Child to other Children and members of School staff.
• Promote complete recuperation of the sick Child.
• Prevent the constant spread of cold, flu and diarrhea and other communicable diseases that are common among small children.

Children who become ill at school will be made comfortable and families will be notified to pick them up within one hour. Families must keep sick children at home until they have been symptom-free for at least 24 hours* if they display any of the following:

• Fever of 100.4 degrees or more. Children must be free of fever for at least 24 hours, unassisted by fever-reducing medication before returning to school.
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Sore Throat
• Skin Rash
• Head Lice
• Heavy nasal discharge requiring frequent wiping every 3-5 minutes
• Persistent, non-productive or barking cough
• Fussy, cranky behavior unlike the Child
• Symptoms of communicable disease such as pink eye, measles, chicken pox, mumps, or strep throat