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1st through 3rd grade students learned about overcoming distractions.

4th through 6th grade students heard an encouraging message from Mrs. Candase's mom, Mrs. Barnette.

Students are taking the lead in daily devotion. This week's upper school student leader was Sawyer Owens.

Smiles were in abundant supply this week for yearbook pictures! From our youngest preschoolers to our seniors who posed for their traditional drape and tux pictures, we know the results will be great! Instructions will be sent out to parents on how to access and purchase photos when proofs are available.

THANK YOU, Mt. Olive Baptist Church and Pastor Gardner for your continued support of CCS! The congregation of the church are vital prayer partners and this week they made a generous donation to the school.

Each year the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the Youth Leadership Program in which two Juniors get to participate in various leadership skill building and networking activities throughout the year. Congratulations to Rylee Stubbs and Paige Bradfield on being selected to represent CCS this school year!

Students experimented wth rearranging tiles to make new colorful creations.

5th grade students solidified their understanding of the states of matter by watching pancakes transform from liquid to solid. What a fun and yummy way to learn!

The lunch ordering function of FACTS is now open in the FAMILY PORTAL. The last day to order is Thursday, September 24th. Follow the instructions listed below to order.

All lunches are $6.

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Family Portal Lunch Calendar

Parents may log into Family Portal and order lunch for their students.

Note

• Red - items ordered and not yet paid through web payment
• Blue - items ordered and paid through web payment
• Green - items ordered and paid through web payment, then modified by school

Place a lunch order

1. In your Internet browser, navigate to https://factsmgt.com and click Log In Here.
2. Click Family Portal Login.
3. Type your school's district code, your username, and password.
4. When Family Portal displays, click the Menu icon if the left navigation menu does not display.
5. Click Student, then select Lunch.
6. Click +CREATE WEB ORDER.
7. Click the student name for which you wish to place an order.
8. Click the date to place an order.
9. Type the number of items to order for the student in the Quantity column. The Total column displays the cost.
10. Repeat for all dates and all students. The Grand Total is listed at the bottom.
11. Click Submit Order. The Online Lunch Payment screen displays after you place your order.
12. Type payment information and click Submit. Please wait a few seconds for the payment transaction to complete.

Tip

• We suggest parents use Google Chrome or Firefox to place lunch orders.
• Do not leave the order or payment screens until the transaction is complete, which may take several seconds.

• Sept 14-17 - Book Fair at the Lower School
• Sept 14 - FROZ Shaved Ice Truck at the Upper School
• Sept 14 - Volleyball Trimatch (V)
• Sept 16 - WSCC Admissions Session with Seniors
• Sept 16 - Science Club Trip to Agriplex
• Sept 17 - Volleyball at Decatur Heritage (JH,V)
• Sept 18 - $1 Dress Down Day
• Sept 19 - XC at The Southern Showcase
• Sept 21 and 22 - Upper School Alternate Schedule: "Plan NB"
• Sept 21 - Volleyball at Falkville
• Sept 21 - Youth Cheer Meeting at 6:45 PM
• Sept 22 - Volleyball at Parkside (JH)
• Sept 23 - Theatre Camp Begins
• Sept 24 - Deadline to Order October Hot Lunches
• Sept 24 - Samford University Admissions on Campus for Jrs/Srs
• Sept 24 - Volleyball at Whitesburg Christian (JH,V)
• Sept 26 - XC at On Twilight at PR'ville
• Sept 26 - Fair Parade

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

Shop the PTF store online at https://www.cullmanchristian.org/schoolstore .

The PTF will be hosting a Book Fair for the lower school September 14-18.

This year's theme will be Books are so 'GRAND!" in honor of Grandparent's Day. We hope to have excited grandparents & grandkids that week as shoppers.

Learn more and to help with the Book Fair on Sign Up Genius.

We are excited to extend the invitation for grandparents to join us for devotion and the book fair September 14-17. Each day we will celebrate by inviting the grandparents of different grade levels. We wanted to take time to answer some of the questions we have received to help the week go as smoothly as possible.

What day should my grandparents come to school?

Monday, September 14th: Preschool and 2nd grade

Tuesday, September 15th: Kindergarten and 3rd grade

Wednesday, September 16th: 1st and 4th grades

Thursday, September 17th: 5th and 6th grades

What time should I arrive? Devotion starts at 7:55. All grandparents should come to the gym first.

Do I have to shop or can I just come to devotion?

Grandparents do not have to shop. We would love to have you come and see how we start each day at CCS whether you stay for the book fair or not.

What if I have multiple grandchildren?

Grandparents may come on any day assigned to one of their grandchildren. Grandparents may come for multiple days or choose just one. If a grandparent chooses to come just one day, they should take into consideration if one of the classes is having an extended presentation. If none of their grade levels are having an extended presentation then grandparents should come on the oldest student’s day.

How do I know if my grade level has an extended grandparent program?

You should contact your student’s teacher or see the classroom communication to find out this information.

Do you take cash, check, or card?

The book fair will take all three forms of payment. Students wishing to use a card must make an appointment with PTF. We do not want students or teachers asked to be responsible for debit/credit cards at school.

When will students shop that do not have grandparents as shopping buddies?

Students will have a shopping time each day. Monday all students with or without money will get to shop and make note of items they wish to purchase. The rest of the week, PTF members will escort and assist students that bring money with their purchases.

How much money should I send?

Books at the book fair start at $5.99 +tax and go up. There are also items like pencils and toys. Each family can make the decision of how much to send.

When and how should I send money?

Money should be in a baggie or envelope marked with the student’s name and the amount they are allowed to spend.

Students will have a shopping time each day. Students may bring money one day of the week or spread it out and shop each day. The book fair will take all three forms of payment. Students wishing to use a card must make an appointment with PTF. We do not want students or teachers asked to be responsible for debit/credit cards at school.

What if I still have questions?

Email Mrs. Candase at candase.wilkins@cullmanchristian.com.

The PTF has invited the FRO'Z Shaved Ice truck to be on the Upper School Campus on Monday, September 14th. Students may purchase during lunch.

Did you miss the pre-sale?

No problem! The 20th Anniversary CCS T-Shirt sale has been extended!

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The 2026-2027 school year marks the 20th year of ministering to families and educating students at CCS!

From the beginning, God has had his hand on CCS. There have been many ups and downs and times of uncertainty, but through it all, He has provided.

We are praying that this year He will continue the good work that He started!

LET'S CELEBRATE!

ORDER your 20th Anniversary CCS shirt online at https://www.cullmanchristian.org/ccs20

Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Brooks for constructing and providing new safety reminders for traffic areas on campus! These partitions will help with keeping daytime traffic limited to the front parking area, keeping student crosswalk areas safe.

Sweet Peppers Deli will be hosting a food tent at Oktoberfest 2026! They will be serving Reubens & Rachel’s, along with a few other items like their famous sweet tea.

Sweet Peppers will be donating 10% of our proceeds from Friday’s sales directly to the school!

Spread the word and plan to visit the Sweet Peppers tent on Friday, October 2nd at Oktoberfest!

Details are in your c/o 2027 Google Classroom.

Saturday was a great day full of basketball fun for our youth basketball players!

2nd through 4th grade players had the opportunity to get on the court, learn some basic skills, meet others who will be playing, and get excited about the upcoming season.

Players also had the opportunity to try on uniforms to make sure the right sizes are ordered.

The Lady Lions picked up an important area win against St. Bernard on Thursday. Thank you to all the fans who came out to cheer! It was a great game atmosphere. The next match will be on Monday, September 14th.

The XC team competed in their first meet of the season on Saturday at the Fairview Invitational. Congratulations to Coach Heaton and our runners on a great performance!

**TEAM HIGHLIGHT**

Our JV boys brought home a **3rd place team finish** This was a true team effort, with every runner contributing to a great day.

**SCHOOL RECORD!**

Congratulations to **Chasen Hampton** on an incredible performance in the boys 2-mile! Chasen finished **1st** with a time of **11:58.77**, setting a **new Cullman Christian school record** and shattering the previous record by **2 minutes and 3 seconds!**

**NEW PR!**

Congratulations to **Calub Pruitt**, who ran a **20:34.80** in the 5K and set a new personal record by an incredible **1 minute and 23 seconds!**

**INDIVIDUAL RESULTS**

**Boys 2-Mile**

Chasen Hampton — 11:58.77

Cutter Gibbs — 13:41.65

Gavin Stidham — 14:19.91

Caleb Randolph — 15:03.64

Landon Jones — 15:46.60

Elijah Rutherford — 16:17.47

Colton Olinger — 18:23.39

**Girls 2-Mile**

Meribelle Brock — 15:50.87 *3rd overall*

Arden Brock — 18:02.11

Aubrie Claire Rigsby — 19:27.56

**Boys 5K**

Calub Pruitt — 20:34.80 PR *9th overall*

**Girls 5K**

Elisabeth DeCicco — 24:59.41 *10th overall*

Now Hiring for the 2026–27 Tennis Season

Cullman Christian School is seeking a dedicated, energetic, and Christ-centered coach to lead our Boys and Girls Tennis Programs.

Download and complete an application at https://www.cullmanchristian.org/employment

Financial: rachel.king@cullmanchristian.com

General: m.lankford@cullmanchristian.com

Lower School: candase.wilkins@cullmanchristian.com

Upper School: amanda.yearwood@cullmanchristian.com

Cullman Christian School

PreK-12

AdvancedED / Cognia Accredited

Email: office@cullmanchristian.com

Website: cullmanchristian.org

Phone: (256) 734-0734

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ccsedu