CCA Eagle Newsletter
March 2, 2026
In This Edition of the Eagle:
- Teacher Newsletters
- 2026-2027 Intent to Return/Re-Enrollment
- Middle School Pi Day - Donations and Volunteers Needed
- Cherry Creek Reads
- CCA's 30th Anniversary Celebration
- Girls Soccer. Registration is Now Open
- 8th Grade Slideshow
- National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)
- Order your Cherry Creek Academy Yearbook
- Board of Directors
- February Board Meeting Highlights
- Foundation
- Sponsor the Fun Run - Deadline March 5
- Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Updates
- Multicultural Festival - Volunteers Needed!
- Save the Date - K-4 Dance
- March Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
- Honoring Our K-9 Heroes
- Lands' End Spring Savings
- Parent Information Network (PIN)
- CCSD Food and Nutrition Services
- Let CCA Know!
- Now Hiring
- Helpful Links
- Master Calendar
- Join a Virtual Meeting
- Follow Us On Social Media
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Teacher Newsletters
2026-2027 Intent to Return/Re-Enrollment
In order to ensure Cherry Creek Academy has an accurate count for the next school year (2026/2027), we ask that you please take the time to complete the 2026-2027 Intent to Return/Re-Enrollment Form.
Please note that if you indicate a child is not returning, this will act as a formal withdrawal request with an effective date of the last day of school. Please direct any questions or concerns to Admissions at admissions@cherrycreekacademy.org.
If you currently have an 8th Grade Student, you DO NOT need to complete this form.
The deadline for re-enrollment is Friday, March 13, 2026.
Middle School - Pi Day
Thursday, March 12
Get ready for Pi Day!! On March 12, 5th through 8th grade will celebrate this mathematical constant. CCA will celebrate π with various competitions and, of course, lots of Pi(e)!
We need your help to make this day a success! Please sign up to donate supplies, pies, or your time.
Cherry Creek Reads
✨ Next Week: Get Ready to Shine for Cherry Creek Reads! ✨
Mark your calendars! Next week, March 9–13, Cherry Creek Academy is joining the entire district to celebrate Cherry Creek Reads 2026.
This year’s theme is “Read Together, Shine Together,” and in honor of CCSD’s 75th anniversary, we have a big goal: 75 minutes of reading for every student and staff member!
🦅 How CCA is Celebrating:
The 75-Minute Challenge: Look for your "Read Together, Shine Together" tracker coming home soon! Track your minutes all week.
Prizes: Turn in your completed tracking sheet to the library by Friday, March 13 for a chance to win!
Reading Out Loud: We’ll be sporting "Currently Reading" signs outside our classrooms to share our favorite titles with the whole hallway.
Let’s read, let’s celebrate, and let’s shine together! 🌟
CCA's 30th Anniversary Celebration
Thirty years ago, Cherry Creek Academy opened its doors with a vision for excellence. On Friday, May 8, we invite you to honor that journey as we celebrate our past, toast to our present, and look forward to a bright future.
Join us at The Inverness Denver for an evening of nostalgia, community, and inspiration. Whether you are a founding family, a long-time educator, or a new member of the CCA community, this milestone belongs to you.
Every guest will have the exclusive opportunity to help create a brand-new art installation that will hang in the school for years to come. Don't miss your chance to leave your mark on CCA history!
The Inverness Denver | 200 Inverness Dr W, Englewood, Colorado 80112
Friday, May 8 | 5:00–8:00 PM, Smart Casual dress encouraged
Individual Tickets: $30
CCA Alumni Anniversary Special: Two tickets for $30
Dinner included | Cash bar available
This event is for ages 18+.
Urban Air Parent's Night Out!
PTO has arranged an exciting opportunity for our families. Urban Air is hosting a Parent's Night Out on Friday, May 8 in conjunction with our 30th Anniversary event. More details coming soon!
Girls Soccer Registration is Now Open!
Open to 5th - 8th Grade
It's time to gear up for a new season! We are excited to announce that registration is now open for our Girls Soccer program. We look forward to seeing the students develop their skills, build teamwork, and have a blast with their friends.
Soccer practices will be held after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:45pm. Please note that practice schedules are subject to change. Games will be added to the Athletics calendar as they are scheduled, and a live calendar with further details will be provided by the coaching staff following registration.
Ready to register?
Please complete the Registration Form to secure your student's spot today.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Athletic Director, Mr. Mahan. We are looking forward to a fantastic season!
8th Grade Slideshow
Attention 8th Grade Families!
Graduation is around the corner and we are excited to celebrate your students as they wrap up their time at CCA. We are asking each family to share 2 photos of your student - a baby photo and one from early elementary school (first day of school, if possible).
Please utilize the form to share these images with CCA to show at 8th Grade Graduation by Monday, March 23.
National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)
Great Job, 8th Grade!
A huge thank you to our 8th-grade families for your support and cooperation with last week’s National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP).
We are pleased to share that the testing on Tuesday went very well. Our students showed up prepared, focused, and ready to represent Cherry Creek Academy on a national level. By participating, our students have contributed to a vital "National Report Card" that helps educators and policymakers understand student achievement across the entire country. We are incredibly proud of how our 8th graders handled this responsibility.
Order your Cherry Creek Academy Yearbook
Order before April 18 to receive FREE custom pages!
Don’t let your student’s favorite moments fade! Secure your copy of the 2025-2026 CCA Yearbook today. Yearbooks will be delivered to CCA before the last day of school.
Every purchase made before the deadline includes FREE custom pages! Personalize your book with your own photos and memories at no extra cost. Custom pages must be completed by April 18.
Board of Directors
February Board Meeting Highlights
We are committed to keeping our community well-informed. Please read these important updates from our Board of Directors Meeting on February.
Foundation
FUN RUN 2026 - Sponsor Deadline March 5th!
WOW .... look at all the amazing companies that are supporting the CCA Flying Eagles Fun Run! Last day to be a business or family sponsor is THIS Thursday!
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
The World Arrives in 5 Days!
Performances (All-School Assembly): 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Evening Festival: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
The CCA Multicultural Festival is just 5 days away! We are so excited to take this global journey together and celebrate the vibrant traditions that make our community special.
We need your help to make the evening a success! Please RSVP to attend or sign up for a volunteer shift to assist with event logistics on the day of the festival.
https://cherrycreekacademy.info/2026MCFVolunteer
Questions? Reach out to ptosocial@cherrycreekacademy.org. See you there!
K-4 Eagle Sock Hop Dance
Families of Cherry Creek Academy are invited to step back in time for a 1950s-themed celebration on Friday, April 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Cherry Creek Academy Gym. The event welcomes Kindergarten through 4th-grade students and their families for an evening of music, dancing, games, and classic retro flair.
Guests are encouraged to arrive in ’50s attire—poodle skirts, cat-eye glasses, leather jackets, and bowling shirts—as they embrace the spirit of the era. A photo booth will offer keepsake pictures for one dollar’s worth of tickets per person. A variety of refreshments—including pizza, drinks, candy, and desserts—will be available for fifty cents to one dollar’s worth of tickets. Tickets can be purchased at the entrance and used for all purchases inside the event.
Volunteers are needed, and families are asked to RSVP to ensure we have enough resources for everyone. A signup link will be available soon. For more information, contact ptosocial@cherrycreekacademy.org.
March - Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
March 1 - March 31, 2026 buy a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts and a portion is donated back to CCA! Earn one hour of volunteer time for participating. https://www.groupraise.com/oc/69712
Each box of regular glazed dozen is $15.00. Each purchase can be redeemed at any participating Krispy Kreme retail store in the United States. Nearest Krispy Kreme: 7514 E Parkway Dr, Lone Tree, CO 80124.
Honoring Our K-9 Heroes
The Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation is promoting a Go-Fund-Me effort in partnership with the Arapahoe Country Sheriff's Office and Back the Blue K-9 Force to raise funds for two bronze K-9 sculptures to be placed in Centennial Center Park, honoring the service of both the ACSO School Resource Officer therapy dogs and the K-9 Patrol teams.
CACF is engaging with Littleton Public Schools and the Cherry Creek School District to increase awareness of this project and build community support.
Lands' End Spring Savings
Parent Information Network (PIN)
Preventing Legal Pitfalls: Learn What You Don't Know
Join PIN on Tuesday, March 3 from 9:15-11:00am to hear about Preventing Legal Pitfalls. Attorney Lara Marks Baker will discuss how cell phones can get your kids in criminal trouble and how underage drinking has repercussions for your kids and you. Learn how to respond to law enforcement, discuss tough topics with your kids, and safeguard your kid's future.
Location: 14603 E Fremont Ave, Centennial
Cherry Creek School District Food and Nutrition Services
CCA is continuing our partnership with Cherry Creek School District's Food and Nutrition services to bring a quality and nutritious breakfast and lunch to our CCA students. For more information, attached is a link to the CCSD Food and Nutrition Program Website.
Mealviewer
MySchoolBucks
Add money for your student to purchase extras in the cafeteria at MySchoolBucks
Let CCA Know!
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.
Now Hiring
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.
Helpful Links
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