The Patriot Press

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.

Welcome to the Patriot Press Newsletter. This weekly publication is created by the CCA High School Publication class; it will contain vital information for you as you navigate the 2024-25 CCA school year. If you would like something published in the newsletter, please email stownsend@clintonacademy.org and we will add it. Newsletters will go out every Monday.

If you have photos of field trips, club events, or class activities, please share those pictures with us so we can include them in this year's yearbook. Publication students are pictured left to right is: Jacob, Brooklyn, Maggie, Sophia, Lilly, Carissa, Kynlee, Allie & Miyah.

Parent Reminders for the Week...

Wednesday, October 9th

• Fire Prevention Program for K4-5th grades from 12:30-2:45PM

• Tuition payment due if paying monthly

• Dress Down Day for Prom; students & teachers can pay $5 each or $10 family max to dress down for the day; proceeds help fund prom

• Picture Retakes

• Flu Vaccines for those who consented

Students at CCA are focusing on Joy in the month of October. According to Bible Study Tools online, Joy is one of the most prominent themes of the Bible. From the very beginning, God's plan for mankind has been to bring us joy and peace. Throughout the Bible, we see stories of joy in response to God's blessings and celebration of His promises. From the Israelites to the Egyptians, Jesus brings joy to those who follow Him. Romans 15:13 says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope."

I asked Jase, Mackenzie, and Hadley what joy means to them. Jase said, "Joy means being happy.” Mackenzie said, “Having a good attitude, no matter what the circumstances are, is joy." Lastly, Hadley said, "I think joy is how happy you are and how you act around others.” --Miyah

Last week Miyah sat in on the K5 class to see what they've been learning. First, students sang “My Country tis of Thee”, then they prayed. Students then sang the vowels song, "a e i o u." Afterwards, Mrs. Fisher told them some riddles: “I am on your face, sometimes I run, you use me to smell” (nose), “I am very dark, when I come you go to sleep, I am the opposite of day” (night), “I am a number, I am after 8 and come before 10” (nine). She asked what all those had in common, and students responded, they all start with 'N'. N is the new letter they are learning. Students played Sparky says; if Sparky says a word that starts with N, students should stand. After Sparky say, students transitioned to seat work and worked on phonics.

This week I asked the survey question, “ Would you rather go on a hayride or go to a bonfire?” Twenty three out of 100 students chose to go on a hayrides, while 77 of the 100 students chose a bonfire. Have fun this fall. Host a bonfire for your friends and family, go on a hayride with your kids, or check out a fall festival! Get outside and enjoy the beauty of fall that the Lord has given us! -Allie

Chapel on Friday was opened with worship by the Praise Band. Pledges and prayer was given by students from 8th grade. Barry Bullock from Church of Christ was our speaker. He talked about the story of David and Goliath. He explained that David, even though a young boy, had faith in God. God gave him the strength and courage to not only fight Goliath, but to kill a lion and a bear.

Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego were thrown into a fiery furnace. God was there with them, protecting them from the fire, and they walked away without even the smallest burn from it just because they believed and had faith.

Daniel was thrown into a pit of lions. Those lions were hungry, but they didn't harm Daniel because he worshipped the Lord and the Lord kept him safe. Barry explained that the Lord is with us, watching over us and guiding us right at this moment. He encouraged us to be a good example and to let others see Jesus in you. --Sophia

On Tuesday, October 1st, CCA varsity soccer had another match up against the Heartland Christian School Mustangs, but this time CCA was the host. The Patriots were ready for the Mustang’s aggressive competition. Heartland scored early in the game, but the Patriots answered right back by Leo scoring. Then, Collin was able to dribble down the field and blast a shot right into the goal, leaving the score 2-1. The Patriots were battling to keep the ball on their side of the field. A handball in the goalie box by the Mustang’s set up a penalty kick for Parker, who scored. The Patriots held off the Mustangs from scoring in the second half and secured the win by 3 more goals; one from Mason and two from Collin. The ending score was 6-1. The Patriots were thrilled about their win against the competitive Heartland Mustangs from Belton. –Brooklyn

October 8th

• Away volleyball game: JH/JV vs Bethel; JH at 4:30, JV at 5:30; bus departs 2:55.

October 10th

• Away volleyball game: JH/V vs El Dorado; JH at 4:30, Varsity at 5:15; bus departs at 2:45.

October 11th

• Home soccer game: Varsity vs Heritage Academy- Senior night; Varsity at 5:30

October 12th

• MOKAN Junior High tournament at Christian Learning Center in Fort Scott, KS

Our 2025 CCA Seniors are raising money for their senior trip which is partly a mission trip and partly a fun trip. They will be going to southeast Georgia to work in a food pantry, and Christian camp for foster children.

This year, our seniors also have an opportunity to go on CCA's very first out of country mission trip to Belize. Money raised will first go towards the Senior trip to Georgia/Florida but we have hope that if enough money is raised it will cover some of the cost to their Belize trip.

Orders have been placed for the Laundry Soap fundraiser. Thank you to everyone who supported our seniors by purchasing.

CCA Seniors also sell homemade cookies every Thursday morning! Students love this! Just $1

The CCA Seniors will have a Yard Sale in November. Mrs. Hyke will send out more information later but please fill free to save and donate your yard sale items to them to sell!

Thank you so so much for all the love, prayers and support!

• 10/4 High School FCA at 8:30am
• 10/7 FCA Huddle for CCA/CHS/Homeschool 9th-12th graders at Coach Adam's home; 8-9PM
• 10/18 Junior High School FCA at 8:30am
• 10/21 FCA Huddle for CCA/CHS/Homeschool 9th-12th graders at Coach Adam's home; 8-9PM

FCA had their second meeting of the school year this past Friday. Coach Adams talked about sports being 24/7. He also talked about how we need to reset during the games. He mentioned a Royals player named Bobby Witt Jr. that takes a deep breath before he is up to bat each time, which is an example of how to reset during a game. When he takes a deep breath, he is also getting in the right mindset before he swings. Jeff then compared it to the sports going on at CCA right now. No matter if the volleyball team wins or loses the point during the game, they always go to the middle of the court to reset and encourage everybody, even if there were mistakes made. This shows everyone getting in the right mindset before the next serve. We should always remember to get in the right mindset and to reset if something goes wrong. We should always trust in God and use Him to help us get in the right mindset to reset in life. --Carissa

• The next meeting will on November 22nd from 3:15-4:15pm in the CCA Cafeteria

If you have any questions or are interested in joining 4-H, please contact Rosalyn Wisniewski @ 660-525-2346. --Allie

On October 1, 2024, the Henry County 4-H clubs were invited to attend the county commissioners signing of the National 4-H week Proclamation, which says National 4-H week is to be October 6-12. The students from CCA that attended this signing were Brooklyn, Carissa, Emma, Lilly, and Liam. They all met at the extension office at 8:45am and then went to the courthouse to take a picture with the Henry County commissioners! --Carissa

Student Council is offered at CCA for 5th & 6th grades, Junior High and High School students. Students who were interested in being in student council filled out applications for membership and turned them in two weeks ago. This week members were announced. Congratulations to Clara, Audrey, Kennedy, Colten, Hannah, Maggie, Emma, Carissa, Brooklyn & Allie who were chosen to represent the High School group, and to Brynn, Kalynn, Kaitlyn, Micah, Caroline, Mayme & Carson who were chosen to represent the Junior High group.

High School had their first meeting of the school year on Thursday, September 26th from 3-4PM. Students elected officers and discussed dates for Lumberjack Club, Pep Rallies & Winter Formal.

• Lumberjack Club is Friday morning; students can eat pancakes for $3 before school.
• The first Pep Rally will be at 1:20PM on October 23rd; parents are welcome to attend.

CCA's performing arts club is sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Neal. It was first started in the 2023-24 school year and was a big hit among CCA students! Practices will be on Mondays, from 3:15-4:30pm in the CCA Art Room. This club is open to any CCA student who would like to join. There is no cost.

• Clinton Homecoming is Friday night. Take in the game at Cardinal Stadium at 7pm.
• CHS Alumni Soccer Game (several of CCA's alumni will play in this) is Saturday at Cardinal Stadium. Game Starts at 7pm and is free to watch. CCA Alumni Zachary Adams is the coach.

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