CCA Eagle Newsletter
March 9, 2026
Due to Spring Break next week there will be no Eagle Newsletter on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The Eagle will resume on Monday, March 23, 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
- PTO Urban Air Parent's Night Out
- CCA Connections
- Volunteer Hour Reminder
- Running Club Registration
- 8th Grade Slideshow
- Order your Cherry Creek Academy Yearbook
- Board of Directors
- February Board Meeting Highlights
- Foundation
- Fun Run
- Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Updates
- Multicultural Festival - Rescheduled to March 27
- March Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
- City of Aurora - Theatre Classes Spring 2026
- CCSD Food and Nutrition Services
- Let CCA Know!
- Now Hiring
- Helpful Links
- Master Calendar
- Join a Virtual Meeting
- Follow Us On Social Media
*Bolded sections contain new information
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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
Join Us for Cherry Creek Reads 2026: “Read Together, Shine Together”
Cherry Creek School District is excited to celebrate the joy of reading with Cherry Creek Reads 2026, happening from March 9-13, 2026. This year’s theme, “Read Together, Shine Together” invites students, staff, and families to come together to celebrate the power of books and the joy of reading.
The featured book for 2026 is All the Stars in the Sky by Art Coulson, is a heartfelt picture book about belonging, community, and discovering what truly makes each of us important.
How You Can Participate:
During Cherry Creek Reads 2026, we encourage all students, staff, and families to read for 75 minutes or more throughout the week. This is in honor of our 75th anniversary and symbolizes our district’s commitment to coming together to build a strong reading community. Whether you read alone, with a friend, or as part of a group, the goal is to inspire each other and share in the joy of reading!
🦅 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.
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 - Friday, May 8 - 4:00 - 9:00pm
Parents Night Out has been planned to provide childcare for parents who would like to join the 30th Anniversary Celebration and to allow students to enjoy a fun evening together at Urban Air. This event is not being hosted or attended by the CCA Parent Teacher Organization or CCA Staff. Families that participate will be entering a direct agreement with Urban Air Adventures and Trampoline Park for child care and not the CCA PTO or Cherry Creek Academy.
Platinum Ticket – $39 per participant
• Unlimited access to ALL Platinum attractions (height/safety restrictions apply)
• Urban Air socks (to keep)
• 2 slices of cheese pizza
• 1 bottled water
• Secure check-in and check-out process
• Café available for additional purchases (outside food/beverages prohibited)
Platinum Attractions Include (rides subject to height/safety requirements): Go-Karts, Sky Rider Zip Line, Ropes Course, Climbing Walls, Leap of Faith, Warrior Course, Tubes Indoor Playground, Drop Zone, Pro Zone Trampoline, Battle Beam, Apex Open Trampoline, Slam Dunk Trampoline, Dodgeball Trampolines, and Runway Trampoline.
CCA Connections
Thursday, March 26 at 8:15am
Join us for CCA Connections!
At Cherry Creek Academy, we believe that data is a powerful tool for academic excellence. Join us for our upcoming CCA Connections event where we will give community members an overview of the various assessments administered throughout the year. We will provide clarity on what these tests measure, how the data is used, and—most importantly—what it means for your child.
As always, there will be time for questions about this topic and anything else on your mind!
Volunteer Hour Reminder
Reminder - log your volunteer time on Track It Forward. Every hour counts!
CCA will be hosting the Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast on Friday, April 10. All volunteers who have logged 30+ family hours by March 31 will receive an invitation on April 1.
Running Club
Open to 4th - 8th Grade
CCA's Running Club is returning for a focused 6-week training season designed specifically for 4th–8th graders. This program is for students who genuinely enjoy the challenge of distance running or have previously competed on CCA’s Cross Country team.This club focuses on endurance, mental discipline, and community. Because we will be building up to a 3-mile distance over just 6 weeks, this program is reserved for experienced runners or those who have run for the CCA Cross Country team. Practices will include dynamic warm-ups, interval training, and aerobic base work to ensure every runner improves safely.
- Schedule: Season: March 23rd-May 8th Mon/Wed/Fri | 3:45 – 4:45 PM. A minimum of 2 practices a week unless pre arranged with Coaches MacFarland and/or Wong
- Focus: Stamina, injury prevention, and distance progression.
- Prerequisite: CCA XC veteran or a strong interest in long-distance running.
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.
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
Our sponsorships are especially meaningful because they allow our school to keep 100% of those funds, helping us continue to support programs and opportunities that directly benefit our students. And just as important is the Fun Run itself coming up on April 17th, where we are asking every student to set a personal fundraising goal of $150.
When sponsorships and student fundraising come together, this becomes more than just a run. It becomes a school wide effort that strengthens our community and creates memories our students will carry with them for years.
Be on the lookout for our Fun Run Kickoff on April 8th, where we’ll share more details, build excitement, and officially launch the countdown to an amazing event!
Thank you for cheering us on, believing in our mission, and helping us make this year’s Fun Run our most successful yet. Let’s get ready for an incredible day of FUN!
Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
🌍 CCA Multicultural Festival: New Date!
Due to weather conditions last Friday, the CCA Multicultural Festival has been rescheduled to Friday, March 27 from 5:30-7:00pm. We are so excited to take this global journey together and celebrate the vibrant traditions that make our community special!
📋 Action Needed: RSVPs & Volunteers
Because the date has shifted, we need to ensure our headcounts and shifts are accurate. Please take a moment to update your RSVP, if needed.
If you have any questions, please contact ptosocial@cherrycreekacademy.org.
Thank you for your flexibility and support—we can’t wait to celebrate with you on the 27th!
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.
City of Aurora - Theatre Classes Spring 2026
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
Don't miss important CCA events! You can subscribe our Master Calendar and Athletics Calendar via the Cherry Creek Academy Website.
Join a CCA Virtual Committee Meeting
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- Please visit CCA's Master Calendar.
- Click on the event that you would like to attend.
- Click the link under the Meeting ID.
- Alternatively, you can join by phone by dialing the meeting number and entering the meeting pin.
- Please remember to use mute when you are not speaking. This is important and will reduce background noise and other complications.
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