CCA Eagle Newsletter

• Teacher Newsletters
• Red Ribbon Week
• Dress Like a Book Character Day
• CCA Connections
• Veterans Day Celebration
• CCA Community Service Spotlight
• Canvas & Cupcakes
• Girls Basketball
• STEM Clubs
• Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Updates
• K-4 Movie Night
• Chipotle Restaurant Night
• Urban Air Spirit Night
• Board of Directors
• 2027/2027 CCA Calendar Survey
• Community Connections
• October Board Meeting Highlights
• Q1 Volunteer Thank You!
• Lost & Found
• Cherry Creek High School Trunk or Treat
• Cherry Creek School District Board of Directors Candidate Forum
• CCSD Food and Nutrition Services
• Lands' End School Outfitters
• Let CCA Know!
• Now Hiring
• Master Calendar
• Join a Virtual Meeting
• Follow Us On Social Media

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Red Ribbon Week is October 27-October 31 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.

All students are invited to dress like a book character on Friday, October 31, 2025. 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 at 8:15am where all of our K-4 students will show their book characters and books to our middle school students. If your child does not dress up as a book character, they can still take part in the literacy parade by showing their favorite book. 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. Parents are welcome to attend.

Please fill the form below for each child (K-8) that you have at CCA so that we can identify each book character! The form must be completed no later than Thursday at 11:59pm.

This Month's Topic: Safety

Understanding our campus security is key to a safe learning environment. School Resource Officers Bea Quintana and Colton O'Keefe will be on hand to explain CCA’s comprehensive safety protocols. They'll walk attendees through the 'why' and 'how' behind everything we do—from our daily sign-in procedures to our full-scale emergency response plans—ensuring everyone is clear on their role in maintaining campus safety.

Do you have an idea for CCA Connections? Let us know! Email Shoshana Howley at showley2@cherrycreekacademy.org with suggestions.

As a part of our Veterans Day Assembly, scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025 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.

Please share by November 3. Thank you for your participation!

We know our students are doing amazing things, not just within our school walls, but out in the wider community as well!

Do you know an Eagle who is making a difference through community service, volunteering, or civic engagement outside of school hours? We want to celebrate them!

We're launching a new feature, Eagles in the Community on TVs throughout CCA to feature students who are dedicating their time and talents to:

• Helping a neighbor

• Volunteering at a non-profit or shelter

• Participating in a local cleanup or charity drive

• Serving their community through organizations

Please take a moment to nominate a student and share their story with us. This is a great opportunity to highlight the incredible character and commitment of our students.

K-Pop Edition!

Thursday, November 6th, from 5:00PM - 7:15PM

$25 per student

Mrs. Peterson will guide students as they paint a K-Pop Demon Hunter character on a canvas and decorate cupcakes.

Registration is open for Girls Basketball.

Practices will be Monday - Thursday from 3:30 - 4:45pm starting on November 10. Practice days will be dependent on the number of students registered.

Engaging Youth in STEM Exploration with FIRST® LEGO® League

FLL guides youth through STEM learning and exploration at an early age. From Discover, to Explore, and then to Challenge, students will understand the basics of STEM and apply their skills in an exciting competition while building habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork skills along the way.

Registration fee is $100. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30pm - 5:00pm.

PlayVS Game Concepts for middle school helps students build foundational gaming and esports skills while learning teamwork, strategy, and digital responsibility. Introducing popular titles in an age-appropriate way, encouraging communication, creativity, and problem-solving through play.

Registration fee is $100. Practice is Wednesdays from 7:00am - 7:45am. Games are Thursdays 3:30pm - 5:00pm.

November 7th at 5:30pm in the CCA Gym
Featuring Inside Out 2

Snacks and Beverages will be available for purchase (cash only)

Families can bring food and blankets.

This is a family event, not a drop off event. All children must be supervised.

Monday, November 10th from 4pm-8pm

Address: 12073 E Arapahoe Rd Ste 160 Centennial, CO 80112-3811 - this location ONLY

Earn one hour of volunteer time for participating.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 4pm-8pm

Location: Urban Air - 15400 E. Briarwood Circle, Aurora, CO 80016

Friends and Family welcome! Be sure to show the flyer at the Front Desk so they know you're with CCA!

The CCA Board of Directors is considering options for our 2026-2027 CCA School Year Calendar and would like your input!

Please complete survey no later than Friday, October 31.

If you're interested in hearing further discussion on the topic, you can attend the Governance Committee meeting on Friday, November 14 at 9:00am (virtual).

The Culture and Climate Committee is currently exploring options for a CCA Service Day this spring. If you have a contact or established relationship with a charitable organization, senior care facilities, or other cause, please contact committee chair Tahlia Sayers with the details.

The purpose of the Culture and Climate Committee is to foster a safe and healthy school culture and climate reflective of the CCA Values; by providing clear communication, promoting engagement in the community, and advocating for social and academic excellence for all students.

If you have a community contact and/or are interested in joining the committee, please contact Tahlia Sayers at tsayers@cherrycreekacademy.org.

We are committed to keeping our community well-informed. Please read these important updates from our Town Hall and Board of Directors Meeting on October 7. Highlights include committee and leadership goals for 2025-2026 and upcoming meeting dates. We encourage you to read through the summary to stay up-to-date on our progress and plans.

We want to send a huge thank you to every parent and guardian who donated their time during the first quarter. Because of your dedication, we officially logged an incredible 3,503.5 volunteer hours!

To put that number into perspective, that is the equivalent of almost 90 full 40-hour work weeks of support! An impressive 34 families have already completed their 40-hour volunteer requirement this year. Keep logging those hours!

Whether you helped in the classroom, assisted with field trips, shelved books in the library, or helped out at a school event, your service is deeply valued. Your commitment is what makes our CCA community so strong. Thank you for making a difference every single day!

Is your student missing a jacket, sweater or sweatshirt? Our Lost & Found is overflowing with forgotten fall layers!

Please stop by to claim your items soon. Anything left behind will be donated over Thanksgiving Break. Check it now before it's gone!

When: Thursday, October 30th, 5:00–6:30 PM

Where: Cherry Creek High School – East Parking Lot

Dear Families,

Get ready for a night of spooky fun, laughter, and sweet treats! We’re excited to invite you and your family to our Trunk or Treat event.

✨ Event Highlights

● 🍬 All candy is provided — no need to bring your own!

● 🎭 Wear your costumes and show off your Halloween spirit.

● 🎲 Fun games for kids of all ages.

● 🧡 Bring your neighbors and friends — Everyone is welcome! This is a safe and exciting way for our community to celebrate Halloween together. We can’t wait to see the creative costumes & smiling faces!

📅 Mark your calendars and join us on October 30th from 5-6:30 PM in the East Parking Lot of Cherry Creek High School (located at the intersection of Dayton & Union)

Let’s make this a night to remember!

With excitement,

Creek DECA, FBLA, and FCCLA

Event Details

Heritage Heights Academy 20050 E Smoky Hill Rd

Monday, October 27 | 6:00-7:30 PM

What to Expect

Hear from candidates for the Cherry Creek School Board as they share priorities, answer questions from the audience, and explain their vision for our district. Audience members will have the opportunity to write questions for the candidates.

Why It Matters

School board decisions shape funding, accountability, and the day-to-day environment for charter schools. Your voice helps ensure our students' needs are represented.

Join Us

All families are welcome. Come learn about each candidate and get ready to vote. We look forward to seeing you there.

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.

MySchoolApps is the fast and secure way to apply for free and reduced meals online. While CCSD is providing free breakfast and lunch to students through December, this benefit has not been confirmed for 2026.

It’s quick, confidential, and essential for your child’s access to services and programs.

Thank you for supporting your student and our school community!

From October 16 through October 28, school families can take 30% OFF most school uniforms.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lands' End at 1-800-741-6311.

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. Fill out this form to Let CCA Know!

We are hiring for the following positions at Cherry Creek Academy:

Executive Director

Substitute

If you are interested in applying, please send your Cover Letter and Resume to careers@cherrycreekacademy.org.

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