CCA Eagle Newsletter
May 18, 2026
Eagle Summer Schedule
Over the summer, The Eagle will be published bi-weekly on: May 31, June 14, June 28, July 12, and July 26. Weekly publication will resume the following week, August 2.
In This Edition of the Eagle:
- Teacher Newsletters
- Chromebook Collection
- Last Day of School - Half Day Dismissal
- Summer Reading and Readiness Packets
- Board of Directors
- May Board Meeting Highlights
- Foundation
- Scholarship Winners Announced
- School Tool Box
- CCA Spirit Wear
- Order Your Yearbook!
- Champions - Fall Registration Open
- P.A.S.S. Camp
- CCSD Food and Nutrition Services
- Free Summer Meals
- 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
Chromebook Collection
Our Chromebook collection process is underway. Please ensure your student has their device ready for inspection and collection on their assigned date. We will be assessing the condition of each device; families will receive a technology invoice for any damaged or missing items following our inspections.
Important Dates:
May 19th: 5th Grade, 7th Grade (partial group), and 8th Grade (Non-DC Students)
May 20th: 4th Grade, 6th Grade, and 7th Grade (partial group)
Note: 7th grade is split across two collection days. Your student's teacher will confirm their exact collection date.
Early Departures: If your student is leaving for vacation before their scheduled collection date, please return all of their equipment to Ms. Ochoa or Ms. Sadie at the front office before they leave.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our technology in great shape!
Last Day of School - Half Day Dismissal
We are looking forward to a fantastic final day of school on Friday, May 22, 2026! Students may wear free athletic dress to stay comfortable during our Field Day festivities.
All students will be at their regular dismissal locations at the following times:
11:15 am: Kindergarten & 1st Grade
11:25 am: 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grade
11:35 am: 5th & 6th Grade
11:40 am: 7th Grade
Graduation & Last Day Reminders for Kindergarten and 8th Grade:
Summer Reading and Readiness Packets
📚 Dive Into Summer Learning!
As we head into a well-deserved summer break, we want to ensure our students keep their momentum going! Our dedicated teachers have spent time carefully compiling Summer Reading and Readiness Packets for all returning students.
These aren't just "busy work"—they are purposefully designed to bridge the gap between grades, ensuring every student returns in August feeling confident, prepared, and ready to thrive from day one.
If you would like a printed copy of your students' Readiness Packet, please email their homeroom teacher by May 20.
🍕 Elementary Pizza Party!
Students who turn in their readiness packet completed during the first week of school will join their homeroom teacher for a pizza party on Friday, August 14th.
Please be sure to review Middle School Packets for individual grade level expectations regarding completion of summer reading.
Board of Directors
May Board Meeting Highlights
We are committed to keeping our community well-informed. Please read these important updates from our Board of Directors Meeting on May.
Foundation
Foundation Scholarships Awarded
We are thrilled to announce the recipients of this year’s CCA Foundation Scholarships! After reviewing many impressive applications, the Foundation has selected three outstanding CCA graduates to receive $1,000 each toward their continued education: Kartikey M., Vivian W., and Muhammad Z.
These awards recognize not only academic excellence but also the character and ambition that define our CCA community. Please join us in congratulating our winners as they take this next step in their professional and academic journeys.
This investment in our students would not be possible without the incredible support of our CCA families. By giving back, you are directly shaping the futures of these young leaders and ensuring that the legacy of a CCA education continues to grow.
School Tool Box
Cross School Supplies Off Your To-Do List! ✏️
We’ve teamed up with School Tool Box to make back-to-school prep as easy as a few clicks.
Here is how it works:
Customized Boxes: Simply select your child’s upcoming grade level to get a box filled with the exact supplies requested by our teachers.
Ship-to-School Convenience: No heavy boxes on your doorstep! All orders will be delivered directly to the school.
Ready for Action: Your child's supplies will be waiting in their classroom, ready to go for Back to School Night.
Ordering Details:
Window: May 1 – June 8
Don’t wait until the aisles are empty in August—order now and enjoy a stress-free summer!
CCA Spirit Wear
✨ 20% OFF Grand Opening Sale ✨
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Sideline Store, your new go-to destination for personalized spirit wear and premium accessories from all your favorite brands.
🌟 To celebrate our Grand Opening Sale, you can take 20% OFF your entire order for a limited time! Just use code SPIRIT20 at checkout to snag your new favorite gear.
Make It Your Own
The Sideline Store offers a massive variety of logo and customization options to help you show your CCA pride exactly how you want:
30th Anniversary Gear: Celebrate three decades of excellence with exclusive, commemorative designs.
Parent & Relative Gear: Special customization options specifically for the proud parents, grandparents, and family members in the stands.
Sport & Activity Specifics: Whether you’re into soccer, band, or chess, you can tailor your apparel to highlight your favorite sports and activities.
Don’t wait—head over to the store, pick your favorite design, and save big while the Grand Opening sale lasts!
⚠️ IMPORTANT DRESS CODE NOTE ⚠️
While we love seeing our community represent CCA, please keep in mind that items from the Sideline Store are for spirit wear purposes only. These items do not meet the daily school dress code requirements and are not to be worn by students during school hours.
Instead, this collection is perfectly designed for:
Parents and Grandparents looking to show their school pride at events!
Alumni who want to keep the CCA spirit alive!
Students to wear on weekends, at sports games, or out in the community!
Order Your Yearbook!
Champions
Fall Enrollment is Open!
Champions at Cherry Creek Academy is now enrolling for the upcoming school year! Champions provides a space where students can finish homework with help, enjoy snacks, and play with their peers.
Early Bird Special: Enroll between May 1st and May 31st to receive 50% off your registration fee (credited back to your account).
Location: On-site at Cherry Creek Academy
Hours: 2:55 PM – 6:00 PM
Pricing: Flexible options ranging from 1 day ($32) up to 5 days ($95) per week.
Camp Fire Sale! Get 20% Off Summer Camp
P.A.S.S. Camp at KMC is running its biggest sale of the year: 20% off our 4-day, 3-night
sleepaway camp in the Colorado mountains. Register by Memorial Day for this
incredible deal!
This overnight camp offers kids aged 9-15 an unforgettable summer experience full of
adventure, new friends, and no tech—our winning combination to help campers explore
and grow.
Sale Details:
- 20% off a P.A.S.S. Camp at KMC Lite Session (4-day, 3-night)
- Sale dates: May 18 th through Memorial Day, May 25 th
- Code: CAMPFIRE
Visit our camp website to learn more, and click the registration button to secure your
spot today! Having trouble registering? Contact our camp director, Monica McCallum, at
monica.mccallum@du.edu.
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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Mission:
Cherry Creek Academy is a Core Knowledge charter school with motivated students and responsible parents working together with exemplary teachers to provide excellent education in an environment that upholds the high expectations and values of leadership, responsibility, respect, loyalty, integrity, humility, diligence and compassion.