CCA Eagle Newsletter
October 20, 2025
In This Edition of the Eagle:
- Teacher Newsletters
- 2026-2027 Calendar Survey
- CCA Connections
- Red Ribbon Week
- Dress Like a Book Character Day
- Veterans Day Celebration
- Basketball
- STEM Clubs
- Choir
- 8th Grade Trip Registration
- Shake Shack Restaurant Fundraiser
- PTO Meeting this Friday
- October Board Meeting Highlights
- Cherry Creek High School Trunk or Treat
- Fine Arts Friday
- Homeland:Nepali Modernism and the Art of Lain Singh Bandgdel
- CCSD Food and Nutrition Services
- Lands' End School Outfitters
- Let CCA Know!
- Now Hiring
- Upcoming Events
- Join a Virtual Meeting
- Follow Us On Social Media
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Teacher Newsletters
2026-2027 Calendar Survey
The CCA Board of Directors is considering options for our 2026-2027 CCA School Year Calendar and would like your input!
Please complete survey no later than Friday, October 31.
If you're interested in hearing further discussion on the topic, you can attend the Governance Committee meeting on Friday, November 14 at 9:00am (virtual).
CCA Connections
Wednesday, October 29 at 8:30am
What is CCA Connections?
Join us for a series of informal morning gatherings designed to connect you with our school's leadership and community. Each month, we'll feature a short presentation on a key school topic, followed by an open Q&A session where you can ask questions, share your thoughts, and get to know our school community better.
This Month's Topic: Safety
Understanding our campus security is key to a safe learning environment. School Resource Officers Bea Quintana and Colton O'Keefe will be on hand to explain CCA’s comprehensive safety protocols. They'll walk attendees through the 'why' and 'how' behind everything we do—from our daily sign-in procedures to our full-scale emergency response plans—ensuring everyone is clear on their role in maintaining campus safety.
Red Ribbon Week
October 27 - October 31
Red Ribbon Week is October 27-October 31 and the Fly Like an Eagle Committee has planned a fun week to promote positive school culture and healthy living. Each day will have a theme that highlights health and wellness.
For more information on Red Ribbon Week, visit www.redribbon.org.
Monday, October 27 - Healthy Choices Day
Students are encouraged to wear RED CCA uniform shirts to highlight being healthy (for our elementary students) and to highlight our commitment to being substance-free (for our middle school students). Middle school students will also have the opportunity to add their signature to the wall as a commitment to making healthy choices and being substance free.
Tuesday, October 28 - Mindfulness Day
Students have the option to wear PAJAMAS to focus on relaxation and mental health. Teachers will share mindfulness resources and share a special read aloud story time by Mrs. MacFarland.
Wednesday, October 29 - Fitness/Health Day
Join us for a school wide DANCE PARTY in the Gym from 7:20 - 7:55am to start off our day with movement and fun with friends! Parents are welcome. We will have FRESH FRUIT in the lobby as well to promote healthy snack choices. Students are encouraged to wear their sneakers/tennis shoes.
Thursday, October 30 - Eagle Honors Day/Stronger Together
Students are encouraged to wear BLUE CCA Uniform Shirts to show unity as we celebrate our Eagle Traits.
Parents, please join us at our Eagle Honors Assemblies:
8:10am: 2nd & 3rd Grade
9:00am: 7th & 8th Grade
10:00am: 4th, 5th & 6th Grade
11:00am: Kindergarten & 1st Grade
Friday, October 31 - Dress Like a Book Character Day
Celebrate Reading: a positive activity that exercises our minds.
See below for details!
Donations Needed!
Help the Fly Like an Eagle Committee by donating items for Red Ribbon Week. If you're interested in joining the Fly Like an Eagle Committee, please join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, November 19 at 2:00pm in Mrs. MacFarland's classroom.
Dress Like a Book Character Day
Friday, October 31
All students are invited to dress like a book character on Friday, October 31, 2025. Students must identify which book character they are dressing like by having a copy of their book with them. Book characters chosen cannot be violent or scary. No weapons are allowed to be carried. Book character dress must be appropriate for students to remain in all day. Free dress guidelines must be followed.
We will have a Literacy Parade in the gym where all of our K-4 students will show their book characters and books to our middle school students. If your child does not dress up as a book character, they can still take part in the literacy parade by showing their favorite book. Our middle school students will actively be looking for different book characters and will be entered into a drawing for identifying the most book characters.
Please fill the form below for each child (K-8) that you have at CCA so that we can identify each book character!
Veterans Day Celebration
As a part of our Veterans Day Assembly, scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 8:15 am, we would like to honor the brave people in our community who have served or are currently serving in the military.
To include a member of the military to be honored during our assembly please share their name and the branch of the military they served in or are currently serving in.
Please share by November 3. Thank you for your participation!
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Registration is now open for Girls Basketball and Boys Basketball.
Practices will be Monday - Thursday from 3:30 - 4:45pm starting on November 10. Practice days for each team will be dependent on the number of students registered.
STEM Clubs
First League Robotics - 6th-8th Grade
Engaging Youth in STEM Exploration with FIRST® LEGO® League
FLL guides youth through STEM learning and exploration at an early age. From Discover, to Explore, and then to Challenge, students will understand the basics of STEM and apply their skills in an exciting competition while building habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork skills along the way.
Registration fee is $100. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30pm - 5:00pm starting October 20.
Coding Club - 4th-8th Grade
Steel City Codes is on a mission to promote inclusivity in STEM by educating young students in computer science.
Registration fee is $100. Meets Tuesdays 3:30pm - 5:00pm starting October 21.
ESports - 6th-8th Grade
PlayVS Game Concepts for middle school helps students build foundational gaming and esports skills while learning teamwork, strategy, and digital responsibility. Introducing popular titles in an age-appropriate way, encouraging communication, creativity, and problem-solving through play.
Registration fee is $100. Practice is Wednesdays from 7:00am - 7:45am starting October 22. Games are Thursdays 3:30pm - 5:00pm starting October 23.
Choir
Open to 2nd - 4th Grade
Ready to make music? Join choir and discover the joy of singing! We'll learn fun songs, sing with friends, and perform for the school.
Registration fee is $50. Choir meets Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 4:30pm, starting October 21. Choir will conclude with a performance at the Winter Music Festival.
8th Grade Trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City
Don't miss your chance to send your student on this amazing trip!
Highlights include:
🇺🇸 Explore the Nation’s Capital:
- 🏛️ See the heart of Capitol Hill, home to the U.S. Capitol Building, the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress.
- 🎖️ Pay your respects at Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place of hundreds of thousands of brave men and women who sacrificed their lives in the name of our country.
- 🧠 Nourish your knowledge in the vastness of the Smithsonian Museums on the National Mall.
- 🌟 Marvel at D.C.’s must see memorials: Lincoln, Jefferson, World War II, Martin Luther King Jr., Iwo Jima to name a few.
🍎 Have a taste of the Big Apple:
- 🗽 Visit the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, the two great symbols of America as the land of opportunity and freedom.
- 🕊️ Make a reverent visit at 9/11 Memorial & Museum to remember and learn more about the events of September 11, 2001.
- 🏙️ Take in the breathtaking views of the Manhattan Skyline from the Top of the Rock observation deck.
- 🍕 Soak up the lights, energy, and flavors Times Square.
- 🎭 Experience the excitement of a Broadway show.
Please visit Academic Expeditions to register and explore more information such as dates, itinerary, cost and more. Tour code: cherry2026ec
PTO Updates
Shake Shack Restaurant Fundraiser
Monday, October 20th 10am - 10pm
Join us at our restaurant night at Shake Shack!
7979 East Arapahoe Rd | Greenwood Village CO, 80112
Be sure to mention Donation Day at the register or use promo code DONATE on the Shack App, web, or kiosk at checkout.
Shake Shack will donate a portion of the proceeds to CCA.
Earn 1 hour of volunteer time for participating.
PTO Meeting this Friday!
Join PTO for their October meeting this Friday, October 24 at 8:15am! Hear from community leaders and get updates on upcoming PTO events. Pastries and coffee provided.
Stay after the meeting to shop the PTO Used Uniform closets!
We are committed to keeping our community well-informed. Please read these important updates from our Town Hall and Board of Directors Meeting on October 7. Highlights include committee and leadership goals for 2025-2026 and upcoming meeting dates. We encourage you to read through the summary to stay up-to-date on our progress and plans.
Cherry Creek High School Trunk or Treat
When: Thursday, October 30th, 5:00–6:30 PM
Where: Cherry Creek High School – East Parking Lot
Dear Families,
Get ready for a night of spooky fun, laughter, and sweet treats! We’re excited to invite you and your family to our Trunk or Treat event.
✨ Event Highlights
● 🍬 All candy is provided — no need to bring your own!
● 🎭 Wear your costumes and show off your Halloween spirit.
● 🎲 Fun games for kids of all ages.
● 🧡 Bring your neighbors and friends — Everyone is welcome! This is a safe and exciting way for our community to celebrate Halloween together. We can’t wait to see the creative costumes & smiling faces!
📅 Mark your calendars and join us on October 30th from 5-6:30 PM in the East Parking Lot of Cherry Creek High School (located at the intersection of Dayton & Union)
Let’s make this a night to remember!
With excitement,
Creek DECA, FBLA, and FCCLA
Fine Arts Friday
Fine Arts Friday at Cherry Creek High School
Friday, October 24 from 4:30 - 6:30pm
Homeland: Nepali Modernism and the Art of Lain Singh Bangdel
The Denver opening drew a packed house of art lovers, students, and cultural leaders, a powerful testament to the relevance and resonance of Bangdel’s work across audiences. For American viewers, this is one of the rare opportunities to encounter his art firsthand.
Organized in partnership with CU Denver’s College of Arts & Media, Otterbein University, Dr. Bibhakar Shakya, Mr. & Mrs. Mangala and Yogeswar Amatya, Mr. Karl Johnson, and the Colorado Nepalese Community, this exhibition highlights the pioneering role of Bangdel—the “father of modern art in Nepal.” His work bridges tradition and modernism, Nepal and the world, making it a valuable resource for students to engage with global perspectives in art.
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.
Mealviewer
MySchoolBucks
Add money for your student to purchase extras in the cafeteria at MySchoolBucks
Free and Reduced Meals and More!
MySchoolApps is the fast and secure way to apply for free and reduced meals online. While CCSD is providing free breakfast and lunch to students through December, this benefit has not been confirmed for 2026.
Please take a few minutes to complete the Student Benefit Form online:
Apply Here
It’s quick, confidential, and essential for your child’s access to services and programs.
Thank you for supporting your student and our school community!
Lands' End Outfitters - End of Season Stock Up and Save
From October 16 through October 28, school families can take 30% OFF most school uniforms.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lands' End at 1-800-741-6311.
Lands' End School Outfitters Starboard Scholarship
Lands' End is thrilled to announce that their 2025-2026 scholarship program is open for entries. Since 2018, we’ve awarded 39 scholarships–a total of $265,000–to students who have shown exceptional leadership skills. Up to five $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to eligible Preferred School students in grades 8-12.
Visit landsend.com/starboard for full eligibility guidelines.
Let CCA Know!
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
We are hiring for the following positions at Cherry Creek Academy:
If you are interested in applying, please send your Cover Letter and Resume to careers@cherrycreekacademy.org.
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