12-12-2024
STARTING JANUARY 6, 2025
At CCA, our priority is to create an environment that fosters focus, learning, and well-being for all students. While we recognize that cell phones are a part of our everyday lives, they are not a necessary requirement to meet curricular outcomes. In fact, cell phones are often a distraction to our students’ ability to engage in their learning. To maintain an optimal learning environment for all students and to ensure safety and limit distractions, we request your support as we curtail the student use of cell phones and other personal devices district-wide. With that in mind, we are introducing a new Personal Electronic Device Policy, which will take effect after winter break on January 6, 2025. The policy prohibits device use in elementary and middle schools and limits use in high schools to specific times and areas.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
Elementary and Middle School:
If students choose to bring a cell phone/device to school, the device(s) will be powered off and remain in student backpacks/lockers/cubbies during the full school day, including lunch/recess. Cell phone/device(s) will not be allowed on field trips. Smart watches may be worn for telling time only and must be in airplane or similar compatibility mode.
High School:
If students choose to bring a cell phone/device to school, the device(s) will remain in a classroom collection container during class periods. Smart watches may be worn during class for telling time only and must be in airplane or similar compatibility mode. The device will remain in the classroom if the student leaves the classroom briefly (to use restroom, library, etc.). Students will be permitted to use cell phones during lunch, passing periods and as approved by building admin for education purposes. Students with an open block are permitted to use their cell phones during that time within the designated area.
We know that changes like these work best when everyone is informed and engaged. That’s why we’ve created resources to help:
Visit Our Webpage: https://ccaschoolsorg.finalsite.com/students-and-families/cell-phone-personal-electronics for the full policy and parent resources.
We’re confident this policy will enhance our students’ school experience and we appreciate your support in helping them adjust. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your student’s building principal.
Thank you for your partnership as we work to ensure every student thrives at Clear Creek Amana Community School District.
Clear Creek Amana High School's Student Council is dedicated to supporting families in need throughout the school year. One of our key initiatives is the Sponsor a Family event, which last year provided essential support to 80 families district-wide during the winter season.
We invite you to join us in making a difference. Your generous donations help ensure families have what they need, especially during the holiday season.
How You Can Help:
Online donations can be made at this link.
Deadline: Friday, December 13, 2024
Thank you for being part of this meaningful effort to support our community. Your kindness makes a lasting impact.
If donating by check, please make checks payable to:
Clear Creek Amana Student Council
Memo line: Sponsor a Family
Mail To: CCAHS Student Council, PO Box 199, Tiffin IA 52340
Please contact Marissa Moore for questions at 319-545-2361 or email marissamoore@ccaschools.org.
What is Stopfinder and When will this start?
Stopfinder allows subscribers to receive push notifications from CCA Transportation staff with any changes to bus schedules and routes. Subscribers can also create GeoAlerts, create alert zones at pick up and drop off locations or anywhere on the map, to receive GeoAlert notifications when the bus arrives at or departs from the alert zone.
North Bend Elementary families with students assigned to bus routes will receive an email invitation to subscribe to Stopfinder on Friday, December 13. North Bend will pilot the new app starting December 16. Email invitations will be extended to families with students on assigned bus routes at our remaining attendance centers starting the second week of January, 2025. The email will be sent to your designated primary email address in PowerSchool.
Additionally, families have access to their student’s bus route information under "Other Information" in PowerSchool.
The Stopfinder app will provide student route numbers, pick-up times and locations, and drop-off times and locations, and real-time bus location tracking. Families can also directly share route information with caregivers through the app.
The Clear Creek Amana (CCA) Wrestling Program honored alumni, Bill Walls, at a dual meet last week. Bill’s commitment to CCA and the sport of wrestling has left an indelible mark on the program’s history and culture.
Bill and his son Tyler Walls hold the unique distinction of being the only father and son duo to qualify for the state tournament in CCA history.
Coach Walls was not only honored for his time and effort but for preserving over 30 years of CCA Wrestling history. His meticulous record-keeping has become a cornerstone of our program, creating a sense of pride and tradition for every athlete who steps onto the mat. To commemorate his contributions, the program unveiled the “Bill Walls of Fame” boards, which will be displayed in the CCA Wrestling Room. These boards will serve as a daily reminder of the legacy he helped build and the tradition he upheld.
Click this story link for the full story.
