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.

April 4

• 2nd Grade Service Project from 9am-12pm at the Benson Center.

April 9

• HS 4-H Field Trip to University of Missouri from 8am-6pm

April 11

• Midwest Academic and Fine Arts Festival at Calvary University for 7th-12th; parents and students check email (will go out today, 3/31 by 3pm) for dress, performance and departure time details.

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.

Did you know that on this day in history, March 31st, “The 984-foot Eiffel Tower, a wrought iron technological masterpiece created by Gustave Eiffel to commemorate the centenary of the French Revolution, was officially inaugurated in Paris in 1889?”

Today also marks the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere and ends women’s history month.

In 1957, Cinderella premiered on CBS. --Sophia

The March character trait of the month at CCA is faithfulness. I asked three students what faithfulness means to them, and here are their responses. Bruce from 2nd grade said, “It means that if I have faith in someone they’ll have faith in me.” Gabriel from 3rd grade said, “Having faith in God.” Dawson from 4th grade said, “God is always with me.”

Deuteronomy 7:9 “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.” –Jacob

On Friday, March 28th, chapel was opened with singing by the worship team. The freshmen class led pledges to the American flag, Christian flag and Bible before Parker closed in prayer. Mr. Patterson brought a chapel message about Faithfulness to CCA students and staff. The Bible passages he referenced were Psalms 23, Proverbs 12:22, and 2 Corinthians 8:9. He talked about how faithfulness is the opposite of lying and exclaimed that God will take care of the faithful and will always be there for us.

Mr. Patterson asked 5 students to act out being a lighthouse. He told us that a lighthouse is a figure of faithfulness as it helps guide boats to shore safely. Mr. Patterson asked 5 students to act out being a lighthouse, photo below.

Jesus will always be faithful to us. He was on earth 33 years and exemplified being faithful by saying and doing what the father told Him to. Jesus did the will of His father even when He didn’t want to do it (Garden of Gethsemane) and it hurt Him to die on the cross, but He did it for us. He was faithful and He has called us to be faithful.

Matthew 28:19-20 is the Great Commission, which says we are to be disciples; however, being the hands and feet of Jesus doesn’t just mean to provide funding, sponsoring poor countries, rescuing people in times of need, and ministering to the physical needs of others. It means to tell others about Christ and boldly proclaim the gospel. –Carissa

Parents, Grandparents, and Staff, you might enjoy this devotion from “Desiring God: Devote Yourself to Faithfulness,” which is based off of Bible verse Psalm 37:3 “Trust in the Lord, and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.”

Click on this link to read more

https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/devote-yourself-to-faithfulness --Jacob

We want to wish a happy birthday to these students and staff this week:

• April 2nd, Caroline from 7th grade

• April 4th, Jonah from 3rd grade

• April 5th, Mrs. Kernohan, K4 teacher

• April 6th, Fallon from 5th grade --Sophia

Mrs. Gwen Fischer grew up in Sullivan, Illinois. She attended college at Mizzou. She is married to James and they do not have children yet, but she has a bunny named Miffy and recently got a dog. Gwen enjoys gardening, reading, exercising, and cooking. In high school she played volleyball, softball, and ran track. She looks up to her grandma and her favorite Bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3:1-9. –Lilly

Spring is here, that means BBQ season is upon us. Kynlee surveyed CCA students and teachers this week to see if they would rather eat grilled hamburgers or hotdogs. Even though hotdogs received 44 votes, hamburgers won with 62 votes. Did you know hamburgers originated from Hamburg, Germany? According to the nypost, burgers have more protein, iron and other essential nutrients, but also have more saturated fat and calories than hotdogs.

Kynlee observed the freshman and sophomore World History class on March 24th. Mr. Morris gave back their tests. It was a nice day, so students gathered their things and went outside to read chapter 16. Chapter 16 was about “Attempts of Liberty.” Section one talked about “American Struggle to Preserve Liberty.” “Colonial Liberties,” “British Restrictions,” “American Independence,” and “Republic.” “Colonial Liberties” included information about the Pilgrims and the Mayflower Compact. “British Restrictions” mentioned George III, their monarch. “American Independence” talked about the Declaration of Independence and the Treaty of Paris. It also talked about General George Washington. “Republic” was about federalism, popular sovereignty, and the Bill of Rights. After reading chapter 16, students returned to the classroom and began working on section review questions.

We will be having Grandparents Tea for K4-6th grade on Thursday, April 10 and Friday, April 11.

Thursday, April 10:

8:00-9:00am -- K4

9:15-10:15am -- 4th Grade

12:30-1:30pm -- K5

1:45-2:45pm --3rd Grade

Friday, April 11:

8:00-9:00am -- 2nd Grade

9:30-10:30am -- 1st Grade

12:30-1:30pm -- 5th Grade

1:45-2:45pm -- 6th Grade

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

April 1...1st Track Meet for MS at Osceola beginning at 4pm & Away Soccer vs. Plaza Heights at 5pm. Bus will depart at 3pm.

April 4...Away Soccer vs. Heritage Academy at Boonville; bus departs at 2:30pm, game at 5pm.

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 31...TONIGHT, FCA Huddle from 8-9pm at Coach Adam's home.
• April 4...HS FCA from 8:30-9am
• April 25...JH FCA from 8:30-9am

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

• 4H Cake Decorating is today from 3:15-4:15pm in the Art Room.

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, right after the Mrs. Townsend's spring concert program.

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