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.

January 28

• Re-Enrollment Meeting from 6:30-7:30pm in the CCA Gym.

• Upper School led Bible Study from 7:30-7:55 for 7th-12th grades

• Auction Meeting from 6:30-7:30 in the CCA Gym

Due to the MCSAA State Soccer Tournament on Thursday, May 8th, the CCA Spring Concert for K4, K5, 1st and 2nd Grades has been changed to Tuesday, May 6th. It will be at the same time, which is 6pm.

• 1820- the continent of Antarctica was discovered

• 1894- 1st college basketball game took place

• 1924- Vladimir Lenin is placed in a mausoleum in Red Square, Moscow

• 1973- Paris Peace Accords was signed --Allie

Parents, Grandparents, and Staff, we thought you might like this devotion from Faith Gateway titled: "Try a Little Kindness,” which is based off of the Bible verse Colossians 3:12, “Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Click on this link to read more

https://faithgateway.com/blogs/christian-books/try-little-kindness --Jacob

Kynlee sat in on the HS Personal Finance class this week to see what they are learning. Mr. Neal was talking about the difference between renting an apartment or house and owning. He was telling students that rent rates can go up, but house payments will stay the same. When you rent you may not be able to paint a room, take down a wall, or put in a garden bed. He also said that you should always read the lease agreement carefully before you sign it, because the fine print may not be what you thought.

Students watched a video on buying a house. The video talked about how you should get a 15 year mortgage instead of a 25 or 30 year one. Parker explained what that meant to the class. The video also told students some questions to ask when looking to buy a house. While students watched the video, they completed a corresponding page in their workbooks.

Friday was the last day of Personal Finance, as it is only a 1/2 year class, which is needed to graduate High School. Below is a photo of the class on the final day; students are apparently going to miss the instructor in the video! --Kynlee

On Thursday, January 23rd, the 5th & 6th grade teams hosted St. Peter from Marshall. Going into this game, the Lady Patriots were undefeated on the season with a 8-0 record. In this game however, shots were not falling and the Patriots were unable to hold off the Mustangs from scoring. The final score was 12-26 Mustangs on top. Even though the loss was tough, the girls are working hard in practice to improve their offense, defense and shooting.

The CCA 5th and 6th grade boys played St. Peter well. They seemed to be able to keep the Mustangs from rebounding and their shooting was good on the evening. The Patriots won, 30-22. –Carissa

Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a once a month meeting for all upper school students. Jeff Adams leads both the High School & Junior High 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. Here are the dates for the January Meetings:

• Feb. 7...HS FCA from 8:30-9am
• Feb. 21...JH FCA from 8:30-9am

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 advisor is Tara Dull.

FBLA stands for Future Business Leaders of America. CCA high school students at CCA have registered for competition. All students will have the opportunity to compete at the district competition in February at UCM. Each person that competes can only compete in 3 events. Two different types of events are available: Objective Assessments or tests and presentation. Each competitor can only compete in two presentation events. FBLA Officers this year are: Hannah-President, Colten-Vice President, Logan-Chaplain, Parker-Co Chaplain, Clara-Treasurer and Kennedy-Secretary.

*Students are currently waiting on results from FBLA testing that was taken in early January.

• January 31; students will attend State Fair Community College from 7:20am-2pm

Student Council is offered at CCA for 5th & 6th grades, Junior High and High School students. High School members are: Clara, Audrey, Kennedy, Colten, Hannah, Maggie, Emma, Carissa, Brooklyn & Allie. Junior High members are: Brynn, Kalynn, Kaitlyn, Micah, Caroline, Mayme & Carson.

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 are 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.

Members will begin working on a Spring musical soon.

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