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 23

• Midterms go Home with Students in 2nd-12th grades. Parents should sign & return.

• Dress Down Day for Prom; detailed email was sent on 4/19 to parents.
• Clinton Technical School Awards Night 6-7:30pm

• Dental Varnish from 9-11am for those who consented.
• Senior trip begins

• Signed midterms due to classroom teachers in 2nd-12th grades.
• Upper School Student led Bible Study from 7:30-7:55am
• 3rd & 4th Grade Field Trip from 8:30am-1pm to Kaysinger Bluff in Warsaw, MO
• Math Pathways Presentation for 9th-12th grades at 12:15pm
• Cheer Meeting from 3:15-3:45pm for current 2nd/3rd grade girls & parents.

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.

On Thursday, April 17th, a special Easter chapel was presented by Jeff Ferguson, Pastor at Lowry City Baptist Church. He asked for 5 students to hold signs for him; Korvin, Dawson, Grey, Owen and Roman were chosen. Pastor Jeff then talked to us about five different theories non-believers have about Jesus' Resurrection. These were: the Swoon Theory, Hallucination Theory, Wrong Tomb Theory, Stolen Body Theory and Imposter Theory. He then told us what each sign meant.

The Swoon Theory says Jesus passed out and the coolness of the tomb brought Him back to life. However, when Jesus was stabbed blood and water came out, which is evidence that Jesus was in fact dead. The Hallucination Theory says the disciples just imagined that Jesus came back; however, a whole group of people hallucinated the same thing, which doesn't make much sense, so that is probably not what happened. The Wrong Tomb Theory says it was dark and they went to the wrong tomb; however, the Bible says there was an angel at the tomb and 16 soldiers were guarding it. The Stolen Body Theory says the disciples stole the body because they were scared. They defeated all the soldiers and rolled away the stone. The scribes told the soldiers to tell everyone the body was stolen while they were sleeping, but if you fell asleep on duty you were killed. The Imposter Theory says God would never allow Jesus to die on the cross, but the Bible says if Jesus did not die on the cross we would be miserable. Non-believers also say He was a ghost, but Acts and Corinthians record His appearance.

Thank you Pastor Jeff for coming to CCA and for explaining to us how to defend Jesus' Resurrection as a Christian. --Kynlee

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.

April 22

• HS Track Meet at SBU from 10am-7pm; CCA Van departs at 7:30am
• Away Soccer at Compass Mineral Sporting Fields at 4:30pm; bus leaves at 2:20pm

April 25

• Home Soccer Game vs. Heritage Academy at 5pm

• Missouri MS Track at SBU; no bus
• 5th-8th Grade Track Meet in Alma, MO from 8am-4pm
• HS Track Meet in Clinton from 8am-4pm

CCA celebrated senior night for soccer on April 15th. Clara, Kennedy and Audrey were recognized. Even though the game outcome against Plaza Heights wasn't what CCA hoped for, it was still a night to remember. Thank you Kelly Griffey Photography for the photo below!

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 upcoming meetings:

• April 25...JH FCA from 8:30-9am

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.

Photo below is of students at State FBLA last week.

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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