CCA Eagle Newsletter
It's Bullying Prevention Month and we have several activities and lessons planned for students. This week, students will engage in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons focused on being an Upstander, (not a bystander) and Cyberbullying. Together, we make a difference! Thank you for partnering with us to build a kind and supportive school community. More information on upcoming activities will be shared throughout the month.
CCA Connections - October 21 at 8:15am
As always, you are welcome to ask questions or share thoughts on any topic. We are always looking for ideas for upcoming CCA Connections!
More than Mean - October 22 at 5:00pm
As parents, navigating our children's online and offline social worlds is more complex than ever. From Kiana's Law and Colorado's sexting/cyberbullying statutes, we will discuss the legal boundaries and practical strategies you need to know. Join us for this vital conversation to help understand the law, recognize warning signs, and learn actionable ways to support and protect our kids. Join online at meet.google.com/nwc-dyfy-smm
5th - 8th Grade
• Girls' Practice: Mondays & Wednesdays | 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
• Boys' Practice: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
We are thrilled to welcome back our championship-winning parent coaches from last season for our Girls Team! Mr. Sivernell and Mr. Hackert, will be leading the Boys this year.
Once registration closes, we will send out a complete game calendar and additional details.
As a part of our Veterans Day Assembly, scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 8:15 am, we would like to honor the brave people in our community who have served or are currently serving in the military.
To include a member of the military to be honored during our assembly please share their name and the branch of the military they served in or are currently serving in. Thank you for your participation!
Red Ribbon Week is October 26-October 30 and the Fly Like an Eagle Committee has planned a fun week to promote positive school culture and healthy living. Each day will have a theme that highlights health and wellness.
For more information on Red Ribbon Week, visit www.redribbon.org.
Please consider lending a hand and contributing to this important initiative by purchasing items from our Amazon Wish List. Every $20 spent = 1 volunteer hour.
Your support makes a big difference for our students!
MONDAY, OCT 26- HEALTHY CHOICES DAY:
Students are encouraged to wear RED CCA uniform shirts to highlight being healthy (for our elementary students) and to highlight our commitment to being substance-free (for our middle school students).
TUESDAY, OCT 27 - MINDFULNESS DAY:
Students have the option to wear PAJAMAS to focus on relaxation and mental health.
WEDNESDAY, OCT 28 - FITNESS / HEALTH DAY:
Join us for a school wide DANCE PARTY in the Gym from 7:20 - 7:55am to start off our day with movement and fun with friends! Parents are welcome. We will have FRESH FRUIT in the lobby as well to promote healthy snack choices. Students are encouraged to wear their sneakers/tennis shoes.
THURSDAY, OCT 29 - EAGLE HONORS DAY / STRONGER TOGETHER:
Eagle Honor Assemblies will be taking place throughout the morning. Students are encouraged to wear BLUE CCA uniform shirts to promote unity within our school.
Assembly Schedule:
8:10am - 2nd, 3rd, 4th Grade
9:00am - 7th and 8th Grade
10:00am - 5th and 6th Grade
11:00am - Kindergarten and 1st Grade
FRIDAY, OCT 30 - DRESS LIKE A BOOK CHARACTER DAY
Celebrate Reading! All students are invited to dress like a book character on Friday, October 30, 2026. Students must identify which book character they are dressing like by having a copy of their book with them. Book characters chosen cannot be violent or scary. No weapons are allowed to be carried. Book character dress must be appropriate for students to remain in all day. Free dress guidelines must be followed.
We will have a Literacy Parade in the gym where all of our K-4 students will show their book characters and books to our middle school students. Our middle school students will actively be looking for different book characters and will be entered into a drawing for identifying the most book characters.
All students planning to dress up (K-8) must fill out the Dress Like a Book Character Day form before October 30.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR KIDS! YOU helped us raise $33,926!
📌 Reminders about Logistics
To those who won an item or purchased a buy-now, you should have received an email from the committee regarding how to retrieve your items. Below are some reminders and asks of you accordingly.
Item Pick-Up: We have two more scheduled pick-up dates. If you have not picked up your items yet, please make every effort to pick-up during these times. If, for any reason, you will absolutely not be able to make these times work, please respond to your auction winnings email and let us know so that we can make alternate arrangements.
Tues (10/20) 2:45-3:45 P.M.
Wed (10/21) 2:45-3:45 P.M
All CCA Experiences: Please remember to respond to your silent auction winning's email, so the committee knows which students are receiving each experience
Staff Lunch Experiences are scheduled for January 22, 2027. We will also have alternate dates for if that date does not work for the teacher and/or student for any reason.
For-A-Day Experiences are scheduled for January 28, 2027.
Before and After-School Experiences will be coordinated based on staff and student schedules. You should hear from the committee and the staff in the coming weeks. Please be patient as it does take a few weeks to get everything sorted!
🖌️ Coming Soon: A Colorful Way to Support Our School! 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Original Works, art-based fundraising!
Through this creative program, your child will transform their one-of-a-kind artwork into unforgettable keepsakes—think magnets, mugs, tote bags, and more! With many products under $15, there’s something for everyone (hello, early holiday shopping 🎁).
📦 Watch for full program details coming home soon! 💰 Proceeds from this program will be used to support PTO initiatives throughout the year.
Want a sneak peek or to learn more? Visit www.originalworks.com to see the magic behind the mission.
Thank you for supporting this inspiring and imaginative way to raise funds!
Join us for our November restaurant night and earn one hour of volunteer time!
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 4pm-8pm
Location: 12073 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, CO 80112
Ordering online for pickup use promo code: Q7HZ89J
In-person please mention that you are with the Cherry Creek Academy PTO or give them the code.
Get ready—our Giving Market fundraiser kicks off on October 20!
Something exciting is coming to Cherry Creek Academy! 🚀
We are thrilled to support CCA Foundation’s Library Renovation this year. Every purchase directly helps our students have an even better year!
What to expect:
Shop a variety of items: From cookies, snacks, home goods, to seasonal items.
Look out for the fundraising information: Keep an eye out in your student’s backpack on 10/19 for your fundraising packet!
We’re making it easy to support our school while grabbing great items for the season. Thank you for helping our school shine! 🌟
4th - 8th Grade
Unlock the World of Programming: Join Our Python Coding Sessions!
Get ready to dive into the exciting world of computer science! Students will learn to code using Python—one of the most popular and versatile programming languages today—all while working on the interactive Raspberry Pi platform.
Session Details:
Who: 4th through 9th graders (3rd graders with prior coding experience are also welcome!)
When: Kicking off October 6th (End date TBD)
Time: 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Cost: $100
Language & Platform: Python on the Raspberry Pi platform
Parents, keep an eye on your inbox! You will receive a direct link from the instructor to easily set up your student’s Raspberry Pi account before our first session.
Grades 5-8
Level Up with CCA Middle School Esports!
Get your game faces on! We are thrilled to announce that PlayVS Regional Esports leagues have officially arrived for our 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade teams. Whether your student is a casual gamer or ready for some serious competition, there is a place for them to plug in and play!
This season, students can join teams and compete in Rocket League and Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate.
Esports will compete Thursdays after school from 3:30-5:00pm in the Innovation Space.
The cost to join Esports is $50.
Make It Your Own at the Sideline Store
Show your CCA pride exactly how you want with a massive variety of customizable gear and logo options!
A quick dress code reminder: Because Sideline Store items are considered spirit wear, students may only wear their custom tops on Fridays, and they must be paired with regular CCA uniform bottoms.
Mealviewer
MySchoolBucks
Add money for your student to purchase extras in the cafeteria at MySchoolBucks
We want to hear from you! What is going well? What questions, concerns, or comments do you have? Interested in joining a committee or getting involved some other way? Please let us know here and we will work to address your questions in upcoming newsletters and/or in 1:1 communication.
We are hiring for the following positions at Cherry Creek Academy:
If you are interested in applying, please send your Cover Letter and Resume to careers@cherrycreekacademy.org.
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