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The Patriot Press

May 20, 2024

The Patriot PressMay 20, 2024
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CCA motto: To share the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, preparing hearts and minds to impact the world for Him.


CCA Guiding Principles: We teach 1) Christian Principles and Character, through 2) Christ Centered Academic Excellence, while promoting 3) American Patriotism.

Patriot Press Information

Today is the last edition of the Patriot Press newsletter for the 2023-24 school year. Thank you for your support and for sharing photos with us throughout the year. We appreciate you! The Publication class will be finishing up the yearbook this week. We are praying you all have a safe, relaxing and enjoyable summer! We'll be back in September.

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On this Day in History: May 20th

  • In 1956, The U.S. exploded the first airborne hydrogen bomb over Bikini Atoll in the pacific.
  • In 1862, President Lincoln signed the Homestead Act to encourage settlers to travel west of the Mississippi river.
  • Amelia Earhart also made a point on this day, in 1932, when she took off from Newfoundland to become the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. However because of weather and problems with the equipment, Amelia landed in Northern Ireland, instead of her intended destination in France. --Emma

Parent Reminders

May 20

  • 8th Grade to Silver Dollar City from 7am to 9pm
  • 1st Grade to LegoLand Discovery Center from 8am-3pm
  • 7th Grade to Windsor Park from 10am-3pm
  • Field Day for 3rd-6th Grades from 12:45-2:45pm
  • Meyer Music Band Rental Night for current 6th -12th grade students who do not currently own their own instrument & who plan to be in concert band next year, and for any 5th grade student who plans to rent from Meyer Music. 6pm in the CCA Gym
May 21
  • Field Day for K4-2nd Grades from 12:45-2:45pm
  • 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony in the CCA Gym beginning at 6:30pm
May 22
  • K5 Field Trip from 9am-2pm
  • K4 Field Trip to Hilton Farm from 12:15-2:30pm
May 23
  • 4th Grade Field Trip from Briggs Farm from 12-2:45pm
May 24
  • Upper School student led Bible study from 7:30-7:55am
  • Elementary Honor Roll presentation from 8:15-8:30am in the CCA Gym
  • 6-11th Grade Awards presentation from 8:45-9:45am in the CCA Gym
  • CCA Talent Show from 10-11:30am in the CCA Gym
  • 11:30am Early Dismissal, no lunch or after school care provided; last day of school

May Character Trait of the month is Self-Control

The character trait for the month of May is Self-Control. It is based on Bible verse Galatians 5:22-23 which says, "But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control."
We asked three students how they would describe self-control and here's what they had to say: Sara Grace, in 3rd grade, said that self-control is being patient and waiting your turn. Jonah, in 2nd grade, said that self-control is listening and not being crazy. Izzy, in 5th grade, said that self-control is not hurting others and being kind. --Carissa

Devotion Corner

Self-Control Devotion

As we are wrapping up the school year, our last character trait is Self-Control. Here is a little devotion to help you get through your day! https://www.gcu.edu/blog/spiritual-life/weekly-devotional-fruit-spirit-self-control --Audrey

Survey Says:

This week's survey says questions was, "Would you rather eat peas or carrots? With a winning vote of 64 to 15, carrots won. Carrots were first grown in Afganistán around 900 AD. Even though they are usually orange, they can appear purple, yellow, white, and red as well. --Vivian


Chapel

CCA Chapel was blessed by 6th Grade on Friday, May 17th. If you missed it, the live video is on our CCA Facebook page. Thank you Kelly Griffey Photography for the below picture.

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Happy Birthday Students & CCA Staff

Happy Birthday to Audrey B in 2nd, Ellie in K4 & Caroline J in 4th...today, May 20th, is their birthday! Ethan and Ann Highley in 1st grade will celebrate on May 23rd and Mrs. Townsend will wrap up the school year on May 24th.

CCA has many summer birthdays. Peyton, Macy, Teddy, Easton, Mayme and Kaitlyn celebrate in May after school is out. June birthdays are: Jared, Carter, Smith, Katie, Nora, Callahan, Matthew W, Allie, Jasper, William, Jules, Mason, Kaycee, Miyah, Baylor, Isabella W, Haylee, Arrow, Stella, Danny, Holten, Bruce, Atticus & Mrs. McClure will celebrate in June. July birthdays are: Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Walton, Mrs. Foreman, Mrs. Mosley, Samantha, Micah, Liam C, Kennedy C, Kellen, Emma H, Brooklyn, Annaliese, Grey, Vivian C, Brynn, Jaxon, Cole, Guy, Collin, Aric and Tenley. In August these students and teachers will celebrate: Maggie, Charlee, Will, Sara H, Kaylana, London, Matthew H, Ryder, Josie, Korvin, Cannon, Isai, Parker, Henley, Liam H, Mrs. Neal, Mrs. Lanning, Mrs. Dehn, Mrs. Lowe & Mrs. Young.

Track Banquet

On Friday, May 17th, CCA had a track banquet for their last season. For the girls, Clara received the MVP award with 144 points over the season and Carissa received the Most Improved and the Patriot award. For the boys, Mason received the MVP award with 88 points over the season and Timothy received the Most Improved and the Patriot award.

Soccer Banquet

Friday, May 17th, the Lady Patriots had their soccer banquet. The coaches presented three awards this year. The first was most improved, given to Mackenzie J. Mackenzie showed great improvement from when she first began and became a great asset to the midfield. Then, most valuable player, presented to Kennedy. This is her second year as goalie for the team. Finally, the Patriot award, awarded to Emma. Emma always pushed forward, even through injuries. She was a consistent and reliable player throughout the season. Congratulations, Patriots!

Club Information

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes

CCA has Fellowship of Christian Athletes once a month for upper school students. Jeff Adams leads both FCA groups at CCA. FCA provides all students and coaches the opportunity to reach their God-given potential by offering comprehensive athletic, spiritual and leadership training in a small group setting. Coach Adams will be back at CCA next school year to lead FCA.
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4H

The next meeting is May 23rd from 3:15-4:30pm in the CCA Cafeteria. A group photo will be taken at the meeting.

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FBLA

FBLA is the largest business Career and Technical Student organization in the world. Each year FBLA helps members prepare for careers in business and business-related fields through leadership development, academic competitions and educational programs. All high school students have the opportunity to participate in FBLA. CCA advisors are Tara Dull and Michele Lanning. Pictured is the FBLA group.

StuCo

Photos of HS StuCo members and JH StuCo members are below. Thank you StuCo for all the "Fun" activities you planned for CCA this school year.

P-PAC

CCA's performing arts club performed Thursday night at the Spring Concert and it was amazing. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Neal for bringing this new club to CCA!

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