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CCA Eagle Newsletter

CCA Eagle Newsletter
CCA EagleNewsletter

May 11, 2026 May 11, 2026

In This Edition of the Eagle:

  • Teacher Newsletters
  • Spring Art and Music Festival
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Chromebook Collection
  • Last Day of School - Half Day Dismissal
  • Board of Directors
    • Cultural Awareness at CCA
    • April Board Meeting Highlights
  • Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Updates
  • School Tool Box
  • CCA Spirit Wear
  • Order Your Yearbook!
  • Champions - Fall Registration Open
  • Skate City Aurora - Summer Card PLUS
  • 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


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Teacher Newsletters Teacher Newsletters

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade

5/6th Grade

7/8th Grade

Spring Art and Music Festival Spring Art and Music Festival

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Thursday, May 14

You're invited to an inspiring evening at the CCA Spring Art and Music Festival! The gym will come alive with art and music on Thursday, May 14th, 2026. This Student Information document contains all the details you need for this exciting event. All of our music students will be participating to share their musical gifts with you! Every CCA student, from both fall and spring semesters of Art, will have at least one piece of art on display.


Please note, the festival is part of our music program. Middle school students who are unable to attend must complete an alternate assignment:


Middle School Music Program Attendance Policy.


We can't wait to celebrate with you on Thursday, May 14th, 2026!


Musically,

Mrs. Glosup and Mrs MacFarland

Volunteer Opportunities!

Mrs. Peterson and Mrs. MacFarland can use your help hanging the art for the Art and Music Festival. We will begin hanging art on Monday, May 11th, during the school day. We will continue on Tuesday, May 12th, during the school day as we prepare for the event on May 14th.


We can also use help during the school day on Monday, May 18th, to take down and sort the artwork to return to our students.


Please email: jpeterson@cherrycreekacademy.org or mmacfarland@cherrycreekacademy.org if you have time to contribute to the success of our Spring Art & Music Festival.


Thank you!

Mrs MacFarland is looking for 2-3 parents willing to come from 3:00-4:00 Wednesday (as early as 2:45), May 13th to help set up the backdrop (pipe and drape) for the Spring music concert.


Please sign up on Track It Foward.

Track It Forward
Sign Up to help with the Spring Art and Music Festival

Chromebook Collection Chromebook Collection

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We are beginning our end-of-year Chromebook collection process. 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 14th: 8th Grade (DC/NY Students)

  • 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 Last Day of School - Half Day Dismissal

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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 & Promotion Reminders

For our Kindergarten and 8th-grade families, details regarding graduation and end-of-year events were emailed last Thursday. For your convenience, you can access those letters again via the links below:

  • 🎓 Kindergarten Graduation & Last Day Details

  • 🎓 8th Grade Graduation & End of Year Details

Board of Directors Board of Directors

Help Us Learn More About Your Family’s Traditions!

Our community is made up of a beautiful tapestry of backgrounds and experiences. To help our staff better understand the significant dates and traditions that matter to our students, the Culture and Climate Committee has put together a brief survey.


Our goal is simple: Awareness. We want to be mindful of the celebrations that are important to you so we can continue to build an inclusive and informed environment for every Eagle.


Thank you for helping us grow as a community!

Cultural Awareness Survey

April Board Meeting Highlights

We are committed to keeping our community well-informed. Please read these important updates from our Board of Directors Meeting on April.

April Board Meeting Highlights

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

Please note, the May PTO meeting has been cancelled. Keep an eye on the Eagle over the summer for updates, events, and volunteer opportunities.

School Tool Box School Tool Box

School Tool Box - Order Online Today
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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

Order at SchoolToolBox.com.


Don’t wait until the aisles are empty in August—order now and enjoy a stress-free summer!

Order Now
Order by June 8 for delivery to CCA

CCA Spirit Wear CCA Spirit Wear

Sideline Store Grand Opening - 20% off with code SPIRIT20
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✨ 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!

Shop CCA's Sideline Store

Order Your Yearbook! Order Your Yearbook!

Don't miss out on the 2026 Yearbook. Order yours on Treering toay!
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Champions Champions

Champions - Fall Enrollment is Open
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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.

Enroll Now

Skate City Aurora - Summer Card PLUS Skate City Aurora - Summer Card PLUS

A promotional flyer for Skate City highlights a "Skate All Day! Just $5" deal for its "Summer Card+" holders. At the top, the Skate City logo in large white and red cursive script is set against a brightly lit roller rink background. Below it, large bold white and yellow text says "SKATE ALL DAY! WITH SUMMER CARD+". An image of two smiling children, a girl and a boy on roller skates, is prominently featured on the left, set over a portion of the purple, green, and blue illuminated roller rink floor. A prominent red circle on the right states "JUST $5" in large white numbers. Below the children are three columns detailing the offer: "5 SESSIONS INCLUDED" with a calendar icon and the number 5, "10 HOURS OF SKATING" with a clock icon set to 5 o’clock, and "$1 PER SESSION TOTAL OF $5" with a dollar sign icon. A large black banner spanning the width of the main section gives the times and days of the offer: "8AM - 6PM" and "MON - FRI". The bottom half of the flyer features details on how the card works and the session schedule. The left section, titled "HOW THE CARD WORKS" with numbers 1 through 5 in red circles, provides instructions: purchase the card online, pick it up during the first visit on or after May 30th, 2026, bring the card for future visits, use it for $1 admission, and pay $1 for each additional session. The right section displays a "DAILY SKATING SESSIONS" schedule for "MAY 30TH - AUGUST 16TH", listing hours for every day of the week, including extended times for Fridays and Saturdays. Small footnotes mention "Excludes Adult Night sessions" and other conditions. The flyer also features a horizontal line across the middle with introductory text and general notes on its inclusions and exclusions. The overall design features vibrant colors, bold typography, and illustrative icons and photos.
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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

A poster with text over a light blue sky and grassy green foreground has the text "Free Summer Meals," "June 1st - July 31st, 2026," and "Closed on June 19th and July 3rd in observance of holidays" at the top. Near the left side, the location of Eastridge is noted with the address "11777 E. Wesley Ave., Aurora, CO 80014." In the middle, the "Meal Times" are listed as "Breakfast: 8:00 - 9:00 AM" and "Lunch: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM," and the meals are "For children 18 years and younger." Below this, "Independence" location is given as "4700 S. Memphis St., Aurora, CO 80015." The "Prairie" location is also listed as "June 1st - June 26th, 2026," "Closed on June 19th," and "12600 E. Jewell Ave., Aurora, CO 80012." The "Cimarron" location is shown with the address "17373 E. Lehigh Pl., Aurora, CO 80013." On the left, "Menu" and "MealViewer.com" can be found. There's a QR code with the text "To find more locations, scan the QR code below." and the words "Dedicated to Excellence," "Cherry Creek Schools," and "This institution is an equal opportunity provider" at the bottom right. In the top-left corner is the "Food and Nutrition Services" logo. At the top right is a smiling sun.
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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:


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
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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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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