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CCA Eagle Newsletter

CCA Eagle Newsletter
CCA EagleNewsletter

February 23, 2026 February 23, 2026

In This Edition of the Eagle:

  • Teacher Newsletters
  • CCA Connections
  • CCA's 30th Anniversary Celebration
  • National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)
  • Board of Directors
    • February Board Meeting Highlights
  • Foundation
    • Sponsor the Fun Run
  • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Updates
    • Multicultural Festival - Volunteers Needed!
    • Cuba Cuba Restaurant Fundraiser
    • Save the Date - K-4 Dance
    • March Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
  • Lands' End Spring Savings
  • Parent Information Network (PIN)
  • CCSD Food and Nutrition Services
  • Let CCA Know!
  • Now Hiring
  • Helpful Links
  • Master Calendar
  • Join a Virtual Meeting
  • Follow Us On Social Media


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Teacher Newsletters Teacher Newsletters

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade

5/6th Grade

7/8th Grade

CCA Connections CCA Connections

CCA Connections, February 27, 2026 at 8:15am
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Friday, February 27 at 8:15am

This Month's Topic: Get to know our Executive Director, Travis Hargreaves

Join us for a morning of coffee, donuts, and community building! This month, we’re featuring a special session to get to know our Executive Director, Travis Hargreaves. Whether you’re meeting him for the first time or a familiar face coming to say hello, we invite you to come connect with our CCA community!


Keep in mind, this is your time to connect. You are always welcome to ask questions or share thoughts on any topic, regardless of the monthly theme.

CCA's 30th Anniversary Celebration CCA's 30th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrating 30 Years of Cherry Creek Academy, May 8 at 5:00pm, The Inverness Hilton DTC
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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+.

Secure Your Spot

Urban Air Parent's Night Out!

PTO has arranged an exciting opportunity for our families. Urban Air is hosting a Parent's Night Out on Friday, May 8 in conjunction with our 30th Anniversary event. More details coming soon!

National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)

Attention 8th Grade Families

Cherry Creek Academy's 8th Grade will participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. NAEP is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what students know and can do in various subjects. NAEP is administered by the National Center for Education Statistics, within the U.S. Department of Education. NAEP is different from our state assessments because it is a common measure of achievement across the country.


To ensure our students are prepared, Chromebooks will remain at CCA on Monday, February 23.


For more information, please see the NAEP 2026 Parent/Guardian Notification Letter which was sent to 8th grade families on January 23, 2026.

Board of Directors 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.

February Board Meeting Highlights

Foundation Foundation

Thank you CCA Flying Eagles Fun Run Sponsors
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FUN RUN 2026 - Sponsor Deadline March 5th!

Hello CCA Community,

First we would like to thank our Sponsors so far!!! We have 24 Business and Family Sponsors! CCA Foundation is continuing to seek sponsors for this year’s Flying Eagles Fun Run. Sponsorship is a great way to advertise your business to our community. Families are also welcome to sponsor to show their support! 100% of the funds raised from sponsorships goes to CCA Foundation.

Please visit link for more information: Foundation '25/'26 Sponsor Letter

Best,
CCA Foundation

Sponsor the Fun Run

Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)

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CCA’s 2026 Multicultural Festival

Friday, March 6, 2026

Performances (All-School Assembly): 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Evening Festival & Country Booths: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us for one of Cherry Creek Academy’s most cherished traditions! This year, we’re taking a global journey to celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, and authentic cuisines that make our community so vibrant.

New for 2026
To ensure every student can participate, all performances will now take place during the school day as part of our All-School Assembly. Our evening festival will focus exclusively on our immersive country booths and community celebration.

Lead a Country Booth
We want to see the traditions that make your family special! Whether it’s a family recipe, traditional crafts, or a photo gallery of your home country, we invite you to host a booth.

To make this as easy as possible for our families, PTO is proud to offer:

  • $250 Reimbursement: We’ll cover up to $250 in costs for food and display materials (reimbursement does not include serving supplies, which are provided!).
  • Double Volunteer Hours: Earn 2x hours for your time and heart.
  • Spaces for country booths are limited—claim your spot today!

Get Involved
Sign up to host a booth or register your student to share a talent during the afternoon assembly. https://cherrycreekacademy.info/2026MCFLeads

Let us know you're attending the evening festival or sign up to help with event logistics. https://cherrycreekacademy.info/2026MCFVolunteer

Questions? Reach out to ptosocial@cherrycreekacademy.org.

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PTO Restaurant Night - Cuba Cuba

Join us for our February Restaurant Fundraiser - Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 11am - 9pm at Cuba Cuba!


5322 DTC Blvd, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.


Earn one hour of volunteer time for participating. Please mention that you are with Cherry Creek Academy PTO. You can order in-person or over the phone.


More info: https://www.groupraise.com/events/318258-cherry-creek-academy-pto-at-cuba-cuba

K-4 Eagle Dance, Friday, April 10 from 6-8pm. 1950s skirts, jeans and jukebox image.
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K-4 Eagle Sock Hop Dance

Families of Cherry Creek Academy are invited to step back in time for a 1950s-themed celebration on Friday, April 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Cherry Creek Academy Gym. The event welcomes Kindergarten through 4th-grade students and their families for an evening of music, dancing, games, and classic retro flair.


Guests are encouraged to arrive in ’50s attire—poodle skirts, cat-eye glasses, leather jackets, and bowling shirts—as they embrace the spirit of the era. A photo booth will offer keepsake pictures for one dollar’s worth of tickets per person. A variety of refreshments—including pizza, drinks, candy, and desserts—will be available for fifty cents to one dollar’s worth of tickets. Tickets can be purchased at the entrance and used for all purchases inside the event.


Volunteers are needed, and families are asked to RSVP to ensure we have enough resources for everyone. A signup link will be available soon. For more information, contact ptosocial@cherrycreekacademy.org.

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.

Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens to Support Cherry Creek Academy PTO
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Lands' End Spring Savings Lands' End Spring Savings

Hello Spring Savings - 20% off select school uniforms with code HELLOSPRING20
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Parent Information Network (PIN) Parent Information Network (PIN)

Preventing Legal Pitfalls: Learn What You Don't Know Information
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Preventing Legal Pitfalls: Learn What You Don't Know

Join PIN on Tuesday, March 3 from 9:15-11:00am to hear about Preventing Legal Pitfalls. Attorney Lara Marks Baker will discuss how cell phones can get your kids in criminal trouble and how underage drinking has repercussions for your kids and you. Learn how to respond to law enforcement, discuss tough topics with your kids, and safeguard your kid's future.

Location: 14603 E Fremont Ave, Centennial

Cherry Creek School District Food and Nutrition Services 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.

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Instagram

Follow Cherry Creek Schools Nutrition on Instagram

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Mealviewer

Breakfast and Lunch Menus

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MySchoolBucks

Add money for your student to purchase extras in the cafeteria at MySchoolBucks

Let CCA Know! Let CCA Know!

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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!

Now Hiring Now Hiring

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


Elementary Teacher

Substitute


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

Helpful Links Helpful Links

2026-2027 School Year Calendar
Cherry Creek Academy Website
Construction Updates
Master Calendar
MySchoolApps Student Benefit Form
Nominate an Eagle in the Community
Teacher and Staff Favorite Things
Track It Foward
Sign Up to Volunteer and Log Your Hours
Treering Yearbooks
Start Customizing and Order your Yearbook
Way to Go Schoolpool
Connect with CCA families in your neighborhood, set up carpools and more!

Please see our Master Calendar for upcoming events! Please see our Master Calendar for upcoming events!

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 Join a CCA Virtual Committee Meeting

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To Join a Virtual Meeting:

  1. Please visit CCA's Master Calendar.
  2. Click on the event that you would like to attend.
  3. Click the link under the Meeting ID.
  4. Alternatively, you can join by phone by dialing the meeting number and entering the meeting pin.
  5. 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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CCA Eagle Newsletter
Building Our Future of Academic Excellence in a Value Rich Community

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.

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