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Each morning we start the day with a time of singing and a word from scripture. Morning devotion time is a time for focus, learning, and putting God first in what we do each day.

The morning devotion is led by Mr. Yearwood most days, but there are also weekly opportunities for students and faculty members to lead.

Some of the scriptures used this week were:

• Psalm 107:21
• Psalm 69:30
• 1 John 1:9
• Acts 9:17-19
• Acts 9:36-42
• Acts 10:31
• Ephesians 4:22-23

The lunch ordering function of FACTS is now open in the FAMILY PORTAL for ordering November lunches. The last day to order is Friday, October 24th. All lunches are $6.

To order Hot Lunches:

• Log in to your FACTS Family Portal
• Click Student, then select Lunch
• Click +CREATE WEB ORDER
• Click the name of the student you wish to place an order for.
• Click the date and add the number of items for each date you would like to order.
• Submit your order. The Online Lunch Payment screen will display after you place your order.

**Special Note: You will also notice that our $1 Dress Down Days are listed on the ordering calendar. If you know your child will be dressing down, simply add that item to your lunch order. If you are not sure whether or not they will dress down, the be able to add the item on Dress Down Day.

This picture makes for a sweet reminder that prayer is a first priority at CCS! We always want to start with seeking God's direction and giving Him thanks in everything we do.

Spirit Night at Johnny's BBQ was a huge success! Thank you all who came out to eat dinner and support CCS!

The weekly Bookmobile visit continues to be a favorite time for students in the lower school. We love seeing students develop a love and desire for reading!

PreK students had some fun this week with shaving cream writing practice. This is fun way to help students commit to memory the shapes of letters and numbers.

The seniors had the opportunity this past week to apply to colleges around the state without the cost of the admissions application fee. This special week in Alabama helps students as they narrow down college choices and begin applications for college scholarships.

Picture day at the upper school was full of fun and smiles. Follow the instructions sent home by Mrs. Nikki to access your child's photo.

***Lower school picture day will be Wednesday, October 15th.

Mrs. Allison met with LEO Club members to plan a few upcoming events. The next major events for the LEO Club are volunteering at the fair and next Friday's Blood Drive.

Students have been working hard this quarter! Friday, October 10th was the official end of the grading period. Report cards will be published in the FACTS Family Portal on Thursday, October 16th.

Junior High students let chapel singing this week with the help of Junior, Vella Richter. They are improving each week and doing a great job!

• October 13 - Remote Day (No classes on campus.)
• October 14 - ACT w/Writing
• October 14 - Fair Queen Competition at 7 PM
• October 15 - Dual Enrollment Approval Forms for Spring are Due to Mrs. Yearwood
• October 15 - Yearbook Portraits for LOWER SCHOOL (Yearbook Photos for PK-6)
• October 16 - 1st Quarter Report Cards Available in the Family Portal
• October 17 - Blood Drive (9 am - 2 pm at the Depot Campus)
• October 17 - $1 Dress Down Day and $1 United Way Hat Day
• October 18 - Youth Volleyball Banquet
• October 19 - Fall Festival
• October 20 - Upper School Bake Sale and Farmhouse Coffee
• October 21 - PSAT/NMSQT (10th Grade)
• October 22 - PSAT/NMSQT (11th Grade)
• October 23 - Tools of the Trade Career Tech Event (8th Grade)

Refer to information from your child's teacher for details about activities specific to classes.

On Tuesday, October 14th the Seniors will be taking the ACT. These students have been working on college admission and scholarship applications. Performance on this exam is a critical component in being accepted and in earning scholarship offers. The October exam is one of the last that they can use for these applications. Being able to take this exam at school in a familiar environment helps cut down the stress. Even still, please remember these students in your prayers as they work to open doors for their future plans.

***Did you know that all students at CCS get to take the ACT 3 times as a regular part of their school program? This is triple the amount of opportunities that public school students are provided. All CCS students take the ACT in the spring of 10th grade, the spring of 11th grade, and the fall of 12th grade. In addition, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students take the PreACT each spring.***

Miss Emma Grace Thompson will be representing CCS at the 2025 Cullman County Fair Queen contest. The contest will take place on the evening of Tuesday, October 14th.

*Fair Queen Tshirts are in! If you ordered a tshirt, you can pick it up at the main campus from Mrs. Candase.

School yearbooks photos are coming up! Wear your best uniform!

• October 15 - Yearbook Portraits for LOWER SCHOOL (Yearbook Photos for PK-6)

And just like that... the 1st Quarter of the school year is over!

Report cards will be published in the FACTS Family Portal on Thursday, October 16th.

To View Report Cards:

• Log in to your FACTS Family Portal
• Click Student, then select Report Card (Available Beginning Thursday, October 16th)

The Upper School LEO Club will be hosting a Blood Drive on Friday, October 17th. The drive will take place at the Depot Park campus from 9 AM until 2 PM. Please make plans to come out and donate!

The CCS Archery Teams is conducting a fleece blanket Sale. Blankets are $30. Order by completing and returning the attached form.

10th and 11th grade students will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT in October. This exam, the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, is offered to the students as a part of their regular school program. For 10th grade students the exam is considered a practice exam. For 11th grade students, exam scores are used to determine National Merit Semi-Finalist status. Students who earn finalist status are eligible for a large number of highly valued scholarships to post-secondary institutions around the country.

Get ready for some old-fashioned family fun on Sunday, October 19th at the annual CCS Fall Festival hosted by the Parent Teacher Fellowship!​

The Fall Festival includes fun carnival games and candy prizes for students. From musical chairs to pumpkin bowling to ring toss, there are lots of fun (and FREE) games for kids to play. (In the event of poor weather, this event will be held inside.)

Parents may sign up to serve through the Fall Festival SignUp Genius.

Information has gone out through homerooms, but sign up details are also needed. We need set up and clean up help.

We are asking every family to bring a bag of candy & please invite your family & friends to join us.

NEW THIS YEAR!

PTF will host a Chili Cook Off during the Annual Fall Festival.

Follow the link to REGISTER YOUR CHILI TEAM.

On Monday, October 20th the PTF will be at the upper school (Depot Park Campus) with bake sale items and coffee from Farmhouse Coffee.

Parents may sign up to serve through the Bake Sale SignUp Genius.

Grades 7-12, parents we ask that you help contribute baked goods! Goods are due 10/20. Please select the slots you are able to donate!

The Upper School Fine & Performing Arts Department is presenting an adaptation of C.S. Lewis's The Screwtape Letters. The performance will include an all-you-can-eat chili dinner with all the toppings.

What: Dinner Theater

When: Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 6 PM

Where: Depot Park Campus Auditorium (202 Elizabeth Street NE)

Cost: $20 per person (Presale Only)

Tickets are limited. RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Please Note: This performance features intense and thought-provoking spiritual themes. It is best suited for teens and adults.

On Thursday the XC Team competed at Fairview. The runners did a phenomenal job! Everyone ran well with new PRs and Elisabeth DeCicco finished in 3rd place.

Congratulations to all!

After an exciting match with Cold Springs on Thursday the Varsity Volleyball team celebrated their senior members with a special time of recognition. Senior players Jericca Bell and Gracie Stidham were recognized, as well as Zoe Powell. Friends, family, team members, and coaches gathered after the game to celebrate.

Thank you, Senior Lady Lions for your dedication to the program and your leadership! You will be missed!

Youth basketball dues have been posted to FACTS. All payments are due by November 1st.

Upper School Basketball Players and Parents are selling Domino's Pizza Cards.

The Domino’s fundraiser will only last a few more days!

• Store: https://store.dominos.cards/50706

• Dashboard: https://dash.dominos.cards/50706

(See everyone’s sales and keep tabs on the $50 Gift Cards & Bonus Cash)

• Leaderboard: https://leader.dominos.cards/50706

(Shows how we are doing in comparison with other groups to earn $100 Bonus Cash)

First Baptist Church of Fairview will be having it's annual walk-through drama. This year's presentation, "Love or Lost," will run October 29th through November 1st.

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