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, unless CCA is out of school on Monday, and then it will go out on Tuesday.

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.

March 10

• Get Real Spiritual Parent Seminar from 6:30-8:30pm at First Baptist Church on Vansant Rd.
• Tuition payment due if paying monthly.

March 12

• 5th Grade Field Trip to School of Economics from 8am-3pm

March 13

• 7th-12th Grade Field Trip to Fritz's Adventure
• K4 Picnic at the Airport from 9:45am-2:30pm

March 17-21

• No Clinton Technical School

March 20 & 21

• No school at CCA: Spring Break!

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.

• In 1876, Alexander Graham Bell was given a patent for the telephone

• In 1969, James Earl admitted killing Martin Luther King Jr.

• In 1971, the US Senate lowered the voting age to 18

• Today is "National Mario day" because Mar10 looks like his name

Fun fact the first Super Mario Bros was released on September 13, 1985.

The March character trait of the month at CCA is faithfulness. I asked three students what faithfulness means to them. Carson from 7th grade said, “It means having faith in the Lord.” Ezra from 5th grade said, “Faithfulness means following the Lord.” Daxton from 4th grade said, “Believing in God, and trusting in Him is faithfulness.” -Jacob

Parents, Grandparents, and Staff, we thought you might like this devotion from “NewSpring.cc: God is FAITHFUL,” which is based off of Bible verse 2 Timothy 2:13, “If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, for he cannot deny himself.”

Click on this link to read more

https://newspring.cc/fuse/devotionals/the-gospel-five-words-you-need-to-know/god-is-faithful

Happy birthday to Izzy, from 6th grade; she celebrates her birthday on March 11th. Becca, also from 6th grade, has a birthday on March 13th, along with Seth, from 5th grade. Elsie, a 1st grader, will celebrate on March 14th. Daxton, a 4th grader, will have his birthday on March 16th.

CCA’s worship team opened chapel on Friday by singing three songs. The 8th grade class led pledges to the American flag, Christian flag and Bible before praying. Mrs. Hyke introduced Jins P.U., from Tribes for All Nations Missions, who brought the message.

Jins opened chapel by asking us these two questions, What is the plan God has for your life? and Why did God bring me into this world? He went on to tell us God has a great plan for each of us, no matter what kind of family you come from. Jin's father was an alcoholic, who was abusive. They didn't have much. He was born and raised in India, and his father had a good job, but he wasted money on alcohol. Jins found Jesus, a friend for him, and afterwards God was always walking with him.

God can open doors for you. He will hold your hand and show you the way. Matthew 28:19 says, "Go, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." A few years ago, Jins lived in Wyoming with his family and he was making a good living. He felt the Lord calling him to missions; however, he kept saying no. Jins was then diagnosed with cancer. He went back to India for treatment and while on the plane the Lord kept speaking to him. Jins felt the Lord telling him to go and share His word.

Jins sold their business and moved to Branson because that's where they felt the Lord was calling him and his family. Since, Jins has been traveling the world, ministering to people, and the Lord has been guiding him every step of the way, opening doors and allowing him to freely share the gospel.

Jins closed chapel by telling us this, "God has a great plan for each and every one of you. You need to read His word and spend time with Him if you want Him to speak to you. Always share Jesus with others. He will bless you and take away all the obstacles in your way."

This week Kynlee surveyed 112 students and faculty to find out if they would rather eat pancakes or waffles. Waffles received 83 votes, to pancakes 29; therefore, CCA would chose waffles over pancakes! Did you know waffles have been eaten since the 14th century? *Fun CCA teacher fact: Mrs. Dehn and Mrs. Lancaster like pancakes with peanut butter. Mrs. Hyke really likes waffles.

The freshmen and sophomore's are taking Physical science this year, which helps explain more about physics and chemistry. The freshmen have Mr. See as their teacher and the sophomores have Mr. Kelsey. Currently in physical science, students are in the physics section of the book. In this chapter, we have been learning about mechanics and kinematics, all the different philosophers who have come up with new ideas to advance physics, the models we use now, frames of reference- a coordinate system that we can use to describe the motion of an object, how to measure distance and displacement, velocity, speed, momentum, and so much more.

Students are now learning how to calculate momentum, speed, and velocity, and how to be able to add velocities. We have learned about how momentum is conserved and how we can preserve it. We are getting ready to learn about acceleration and different types of motions, including: projectile motion, circular motion, and centripetal motion. We have been doing some experiments to help us further understand velocity and momentum. --Carissa

The Class of 2025 is raising money for their senior trip. They would like to have a BIG YARD SALE! This will be at the Clinton First Baptist Church DOWNTOWN LOCATION 209 E. Jefferson Street. Friday, March 14th from 2-7pm and Saturday March 15th from 8am-5pm.

We would love to have your help. Do you have yard sale items you would like to get rid of? Just drop them off at the FBC of Clinton Downtown Location Thursday (03/13) afternoon 3-7pm or Friday (03/14) 2-7pm or Saturday (03/15) morning.

Any leftover items will be donated to the Clinton Samaritan Center.

Come shop Friday afternoon or Saturday 8-5. Give a Free Will Donation for the items you take. Please tell everyone you know to come and shop. This is a big help to our community because they can get some really nice stuff for what they can afford!!

Track and Girl Soccer Practices are in full swing. Strength and Conditioning for 6th-12th Boys and Girls is also happening after school. The CCA Google Calendar is a great go-to source for practice dates and times. Check it out on www.clintonacademy.org under Upcoming Events.

March 28...1st Soccer Game at Home vs. KC East Lions at 5pm

March 31...1st Track Meet for HS at Archie beginning at 4pm

April 1...1st Track Meet for MS at Osceola beginning at 4pm

On Thursday, March 6, the girls basketball teams had their end of season banquet to award each player and wrap up the season. Coach Wombles started by talking a little about the 5/6th grade team and a little about each player individually. Each player received a participation award for their hard work this season.

Coach JD then talked about the junior high and varsity teams. The junior high team received 5th in the MoKan tournament and 1st in the MoKan regular season. The varsity team received 4th in the MoKan tournament and 3rd in the MoKan regular season. The varsity team also received back to back 1st place at the MCSAA State Tournament. This year there were four awards given out. Most improved player (one player from the ⅚ grade team, one player from junior high team, and one player from varsity), defensive player of the year, MVP, and the Patriot Award. The most improved player from the 5/6th grade team was Ally Jo, from the junior high team: Mackenzie, and from the Varsity team: Kennedy. The defensive player of the year was Carissa, the MVP was Clara, and the Patriot award winner was Brynn.

Conference awards were then given out. Second team All Tournament for varsity was awarded to Brooklyn and First team All Conference was awarded to Clara. Second team All Tournament for junior high was awarded to Kalynn, and first team All Tournament for junior high was awarded to Brynn. Audrey received second team All State and Clara received first team All State! Congratulations on a great season Lady Patriots! --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 February Meetings:

• March 28...JH FCA from 8:30-9am

The next 4H meeting is March 28th from 3:15-4:15pm in the CCA Cafeteria.

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.

• State Leadership Conference to be held on April 13-15th in Springfield.

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 now on Mondays and Tuesdays, from 3:15-4pm for 5th-12th grade students (second semester only) in Mrs. Neal's Room. There is no cost. Members are working on a Spring musical called, "Never a Truer Tale" that will be performed on May 6th.

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