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we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works. Ephesians 2:10 we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works. Ephesians 2:10

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Morning Devotion and Weekly Chapel at CCS 🌅 Morning Devotion and Weekly Chapel at CCS 🌅

Weekly Chapel and daily Morning Devotion times are favorite parts of the week!

Devotion and chapel times this week were filled with worship, scripture focus, encouraging messages, and prayer for our upcoming service projects.

Some of this week's scriptures included:


  • 2 Corinthians 12:8-9
  • Luke 14:1-14
  • Matthew 7:3-5

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Lower School Devotion

Lower school students are volunteering to lead devotion weekly and doing a great job.
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Upper School Worship

On Tuesday an all-boys ensemble took the lead for morning devotion worship.

Update from a Ministry Partner 🙌 Update from a Ministry Partner 🙌

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Well Completed!

Great news from our ministry partners, ONE30 --- The well is completed!

Children and families in Itara, Uganda now have access to water! We are so thankful to have been a part of this mission project and can't wait to hear more about how God continues to move in this area of the world.

Highlights from the Week 🍎 Highlights from the Week 🍎

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Career Tech Exploration

8th grade students had a great time on Tuesday at the Career Showcase: Tools of the Trade career technical event at Wallace State Community College! Students were able to learn and explore different career pathways through some hands-on activities.
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Pumpkin Painting

Lower school students had some fun decorating for the fall season by painting pumpkins.

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Talent Show

On Thursday the Fine and Performing Arts Department hosted a talent show to showcase the talents of students who participated in the after school theater program and who will be competing in the upcoming Trumbauer competition.

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Fun at 4D Farms

Our littlest lions had a great time on Friday at 4D Farms with their friends, teachers and families.
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Attention to Detail

Some of Mrs. Eady's 8th grade students tested their thinking and reasoning skills with a fun stacking activity where calculations and design matter.
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Learning about Insects

Cook's pest control visited 4th graders on Friday to teach a little about insects. Students overcame some fears by touching and holding these giant hissing cockroaches!
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Under the Microscope

Mrs. Smith's students expanded their science learning with some study of matter under the lens of a microscope.
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The Ministry of Coaching

On Wednesday morning several of our middle and high school coaches attended the FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) Coaches Breakfast. Coaches have a unique opportunity to minister to, encourage, and influence young people. Having the opportunity to receive encouragement themselves was a nice start to the day. Thank you, FCA!
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Science Themed Bake Sale

The Science Club hosted a Mad Scientist Bake Sale complete with biohazard bagged popcorn and test tube candies.
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Upcoming Events and Activities 📆 Upcoming Events and Activities 📆

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Event Information
Praying Parents

Parents, family members, and friends are always welcome on Tuesday mornings for a dedicated weekly prayer time. This meeting takes place in the lunch area at the Beech Campus immediately following morning devotion on Tuesdays.

When?
Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026, 08:00 AM
Where?
1803 Beech Avenue Southeast, Cullman, AL, USA
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Upcoming Items on the School Calendar 😀

  • Nov 3 - SGA Coffee Bar at Upper School
  • Nov 4 - Let's Pretend Hospital at WSCC (1st Grade)
  • Nov 4 - Upper School Virtual Day (7-12 Only)
  • Nov 5 - Jr High Basketball vs. St. Bernard
  • Nov 6 - Guillion Farms Trip (1st Grade)
  • Nov 6 - Jr High Basketball at Bankhead Middle
  • Nov 7 - XC State Championship Meet
  • Nov 7 - Trumbauer Competition
  • Nov 9 - Rickwood Caverns Trip (2nd Grade)
  • Nov 10 - Veterans Day Program at Northbrook
  • Nov 10 - Varsity Basketball vs Vinemont
  • Nov 11 - Veterans Day (NO SCHOOL)
  • Nov 12 - Jr High Basketball vs Sumiton Christian
  • Nov 13 - $1 Dress Down Day
  • Nov 13 - Varsity Basketball vs Tharptown


❗ --- Mark your calendar for FEED THE NEED! Our Feed the Need schoolwide service project fundraiser will be launching soon with our packing party and community serve day taking place on Tuesday, November 24th.


*Don't forget to also check classroom teacher newsletters and Google Classrooms for information specific to classes.

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FTN Fundraising Event Promo Video

Feed the Need is Back! 🍚 Feed the Need is Back! 🍚

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Message for ALL Families (PK-12)

Hey CCS Families,


Feed the Need is BACK! I am looking forward to seeing what God is going to do this year as we work toward our goal. We would like to have every family signed up before next week. We have many incentives planned over the next few weeks to help your students get excited. I will be sharing those next week along with a link to join the Google Meet scheduled for Monday at 6PM.

The first homeroom to have everyone register including the teacher will win a popsicle party! Students that register and secure their first donation will earn a Feed the Need bracelet. If you do not find all the answers you need, please contact me. You can call the office, email candase.wilkins@cullmanchristian.com, or come by and ask at the Fall Festival.


Help us Feed the Need,

Candase Wilkins

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What is Feed the Need? Why should my family participate?

Watch to find out!

Feed the Need (FTN) is a unique fundraiser that empowers CCS students to raise funds while helping others through an on campus mission experience. Instead of doing candy bar or cookie dough sales, we will gather our students together on November 24th to pack 10,000 meals and serve throughout our community. A portion of the meals will stay here in Cullman but the majority will be sent to Bangladesh. The meals are then distributed to missionaries and aid workers to use as an opportunity to share the gospel. Hear from a missionary in Bangladesh! This truly is an event where students get to be the "hands and feet" of Jesus. From PK to 12th grade everyone will have a job on serve day!

Our goal for this year is $70,000 which sounds like a lot! However, if each family raises $250 we will reach our goal in no time.

Let’s simplify it:

$250 = Ask 10 people to give $25

$250 = Ask 5 people to give $50

Fastest Way: Gain a Corporate Sponsor! It will go towards your family’s funds raised.

Fundraising allows the school to bridge the tuition gap as well as add extra opportunities for learning and fun.


How do I get started?

Scan the QR Code or go to https://p2p.onecause.com/ccsftn-26

Click Register as a Family (If you have participated in Feed the Need before you will choose "I already have an account".)

Fill in the information listed. Decide if you want to make a donation as a family. You can make a donation at any time. We encourage you to pray about making a donation. Making a donation as a family shows others that you are invested in the mission. For example: "Our family has donated $100 to sponsor Emmalyn and Finlee's participation in an at home mission experience. Would you partner with us?"


What do I do now that I am signed up?

Talk to family and friends about sponsoring your student and supporting CCS. Contact Megan Stidham (chstidham@icloud.com) with leads for corporate sponsorships or if you want to be a part of the corporate sponsorship team. We have packets available if you wish to contact any businesses your family has a personal relationship with. Please be sure and write the student's name on the packet before turning into the office, so your family gets the credit.

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Corporate Sponsorship Packet

Register to Help FEED the NEED

Upper School Serve Day 💛 Upper School Serve Day 💛

Learn. Grow. Serve.

Upper School Parents,


It’s almost Thanksgiving break, so that means we are especially focused on being thankful and mindful of the many blessings that we have been given. This is a season of reflection and giving. In alignment with our school mission to EDUCATE - EQUIP - SEND, we will once again be going out into our community to serve others. For students, we want to see them LEARN - GROW - SERVE.


That being said, we are just a few weeks away from our 1st Semester Serve Day! On Tuesday, November 24th upper school students will be working with some of the local ministries around the community.


Plans are underway now for serve locations. Student leaders will be helping me choose and finalize details for our work. Stay tuned for more details soon!


Mrs. Yearwood

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Other Upcoming Items ✅ Other Upcoming Items ✅

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Looking Ahead to Veterans Day

❗Mark Your Calendar!


We are excited to formally announce our Veterans Day Program will take place Tuesday, November 10th at 8:30 AM. It will be held in the sanctuary at Northbrook Baptist Church. 3691 AL-157, Cullman, AL 35058. This program will feature performances by students in grades PreK through 12th grade in honor of the men and women who have served our country. The program will start at 8:30 but we want to encourage our students to arrive by 8:00. This will allow for everyone to get settled and take bathroom breaks, etc.


We hope you are already making plans to attend! All veterans and/or active service members who are connected with CCS in any way are invited to attend as well as parents, grandparents, and other friends and family.


We will have the picture slide show of veterans again this year. Pictures not submitted in previous years can be emailed to Mrs.Yearwood. Deadline to submit photos - Wednesday, November 4th.
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SGA Coffee Bar

SGA will host a Coffee Bar on Tuesday, November 3rd at the Upper School. Proceeds will be used for Homecoming and Spring Formal activities.

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Upper School Alternate Schedule - November 4th

Attn: Upper School Parents

On Wednesday, November 4th, the upper school will be operating on our “Virtual Day” alternate schedule. See Mr. Yearwood's email for additional details.


Wednesday, November 4th

  • Virtual Day (Upper School Only - Grades 7-12)

  • Students will be expected to complete assignments for their normal MWF Core Classes.

  • Teachers will give students detailed instructions on assignments that should be completed on the virtual day.

  • Teachers will be working on this day and can be reached by email for any questions.

  • Hot lunches that were ordered will be refunded.

  • After school activities/practices will meet as normal unless otherwise directed by their coach/sponsor. The event at the Omniplex will be over at that point.

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Fall Photos Now Available

Fall picture previews are available!

To access your child's photos, follow the instructions below.


To get your photos:

Text CCS26FALL to 735-343

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Financial News

👀Good news for 2027!


Alabama CHOOSE Act

The next cycle of Alabama's CHOOSE Act funding for families will be a little different for the 2027-28 school year. According to the state's plan for program implementation, Alabama families --regardless of income--- will be able to apply for the 2027-28 school year. If they timeline stays the same as the last cycle, renewal applications will likely open in December and new applications in January. We should find out more in the coming weeks!


Educational Choice for Children Act

The federal government has approved a way for families to qualify for financial help that also provides donors a way to directly contribute to their desired school. Financial help for students will be managed through an SGO (Scholarship Granting Organization). For donors, donations can be made and designated to be used specifically at the school of their choice through the Education Tax Freedom Tax Credit.

Education Freedom Tax Credit - Starting in January 2027, donors can claim a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit: up to $1,700 for individuals, or up to $3,400 for married couples filing jointly, so more children can reach the school that’s right for them.

Learn more about how this will work in Alabama HERE.

News from PTF 💙 News from PTF 💙

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Tea for Teachers

PTF treated teachers to a fabulous selection of fall flavored loaded teas from Catoma Nutrition on Thursday.

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Spirit Night at Johnny's BBQ

Our next Spirit Night event will be on Tuesday, November 17th at Johnny's BBQ!

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CCS Athletics and Extra-Curricular Activities 🏅 CCS Athletics and Extra-Curricular Activities 🏅

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Thank you, Boosters!

The cross country team enjoyed a meal together this week as they prepared mentally for the section track meet. The meal was complete with an encouraging word from Pastor Ory and all-in prayer. Thank you to the Athletic Boosters for making this meal possible!

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Cross Country

SECTIONAL MEET SUCCESS! State Championship tickets punched!

Our Lions showed up and competed at today’s sectional meet, and we couldn’t be prouder of the way they represented CCS.

Congratulations to our four STATE QUALIFIERS!

  • Calub Pruitt
  • Chasen Hampton
  • Meribelle Brock
  • Elisabeth DeCicco


These four have punched their ticket to the AHSAA State Championship meet, and we can’t wait to cheer them on as they represent CCS on the state stage!

We’re also proud of every athlete who competed today and of the growth, determination, and hard work this team has shown all season. Every race has been an opportunity to get better, and these Lions continue to make our school proud!

Let’s celebrate our state qualifiers and cheer them on as they get ready for STATE!

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State Qualifying Girls

Maribelle Brock (7th grade)

Elisabeth DeCicco (12th grade)

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State Qualifying Boys

Chasen Hampton (7th grade)

Calub Pruitt (10th grade)

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Jr High Basketball

The Junior High teams traveled to Sumiton Christian School on Thursday. The girls came up a few points short, but the boys picked up a big win. Great job, all!

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Cheerleading

The basketball cheerleaders have been working on their bleacher cheers with their new sponsor, Ms. Gable as they get ready to pep up the crowds at the varsity games.

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Iron Bowl Breakfast

Middle and high school athletes are invited to attend the annual FCA Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday, November 18th. The cost to attend is $10. See your coach for additional details.

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Shop the CCS Spirit Store
Note: Most spirit gear does not qualify as uniform pieces. It is intended for wear outside of the school day.

Video Message from Mr. and Mrs. Yearwood 📹 Video Message from Mr. and Mrs. Yearwood 📹

November 1, 2026 CCS Message

More Photos and Videos from the Week 📸 More Photos and Videos from the Week 📸

Click Here to See More Pictures from the Week
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Have questions? 📨

Financial: rachel.king@cullmanchristian.com

General: m.lankford@cullmanchristian.com

Lower School: candase.wilkins@cullmanchristian.com

Upper School: amanda.yearwood@cullmanchristian.com

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Email: office@cullmanchristian.com

Website: cullmanchristian.org

Phone: (256) 734-0734

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