Contents
Featured Items
Lower School
Grandparents’ Day
April 25
K-12 Spring
Art Exhibition
April 25 – May 3
Spring Drama
Production
May 1 – 3
Grandchildren’s Prayer for Grandparents
God of love, we thank you for our wonderful grandparents. They bring such joy and happiness into our lives. Thank you for all the special times that we have with them. Please watch over them, protect them and care for them now. May they know your goodness and love. Amen.
– Author Unknown
School-Wide Information
– IMPORTANT DATES –
Friday, April 25 – Saturday, May 3 – K-12 Spring Art Exhibition – Plan a walk around Lower School to see a sampling of student artwork in our yearly school-wide art exhibition. Everything from carvings, wire sculptures, paintings, oil pastel work, graphite drawings, printmaking and more from grades K-12.
Wednesday, April 30 – Robotics Team Expo –The Robotics Team welcomes you to this year’s Robotics Expo where you will engage in robotic demonstrations, experience hands-on sessions for kids, see a 3-D printer presentation and learn more about the Robotics Team. Please plan to join us. Bring your curiosity – no prior experience needed!
- When: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
- Where: Commons Area
Thursday, May 1 – Saturday, May 3 – Rhetoric School Spring Drama Production: A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Magical, mischievous, and musical! Things are getting weird in the woods! Do not miss this unforgettable journey into the enchanted world of the delightful Shakespearean comedy classic that has been making audiences laugh for over 400 years.
- When: Nightly Performances at 7:00 p.m (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.), Saturday Matinee: 1:00 p.m (Doors open at 12:30 p.m.)
- Where: Theater
- Tickets: Click here to reserve seats. ($10/ticket)
- When: 5:30 p.m.
- Where: Theater
Thursday, May 8 – Senior Thesis Encore Night – You will hear four of our seniors speak on a variety of relevant and challenging biblical and cultural subjects. Each presentation will last 5-10 minutes followed by a 10-15 minute period of dialogue as they answer questions from audience members. We are especially excited to welcome CCS alumni back to campus to take part in this event- this time, from the other side of the podium! In next week’s The Knightly News, we will announce the names of students who will be speaking and their topics.
- When: 7:00 p.m.
- Where: Theater
– ANNOUNCEMENTS –
Class of 2025 Commencement Seat Reservations – We are looking forward to honoring the Class of 2025 at our Commencement Ceremony! Limited General Admission Seating is available and requires a ticket for entry. If you have any questions, contact Ellen Wentz.
- When: 7:00-8:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:15 p.m.)
- Where: Salem Baptist Church (1821 N Salem St, Apex, NC 27523)
- Reserve Your Seats (Link opens Monday, April 28.)
Thursday, May 1 – 2025-26 Tuition Draft – Reminder! The tuition draft for the 2025-26 school year begins in May. Click here to reference the new tuition rates.
SAVE THE DATE! – Tuesday, June 3 – Re-Threads Consignment Sale – Now is a great time to start gathering uniform pieces that kids have outgrown. This flyer will give you all the details on buying and selling. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer for Re-Threads, email Ellen Wentz. Note: Volunteers will have the opportunity to shop the sale before the general public!
- When: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
- Where: Gym
Lower School (K-5th)
– IMPORTANT DATES –
TOMORROW! Friday, April 25 – Lower School Grandparents’ Day – We are looking forward to welcoming grandparents and special guests to our campus to share a glimpse of our excellent classical education founded upon a biblical worldview. The schedule for the day’s program can be found here.
Wednesday, April 30 – Grade 2 – Field Trip to the Zoo – Turtles, lizards, alligators, snakes; some of these reptiles give us the shakes! Second grade students have spent fourth quarter researching a mammal or a reptile and writing an animal report. Their upcoming visit to the zoo is a long-awaited day to experience and marvel at God’s handiwork. Students will be on the hunt for the animal they have studied.
Wednesday, April 30 – Grade 4 – Reformation Celebration – Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, Solus Christus, Sola Scriptura, Soli Deo Gloria! Salvation is found by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, according to Scripture alone, for the glory of God alone! Fourth graders will spend the day celebrating the Protestant Reformation. They will eat a special “Diet of Worms” snack, analyze and sing Martin Luther’s famous hymn, “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” learn to write 5 Solas in calligraphy, map the European countries involved in the Reformation, burn the bull, and more!
Friday, May 2 – Kindergarten Mothers’ Day Tea – This is a special time just for Moms and their Kindergarten students. The students are looking forward to presenting a program to honor their moms. You bring the hugs. We’ll provide the tissues.
- When: 11:00 a.m.
- Where: Gym
Wednesday, May 7 – Grade 1 – Field Trip to Strawberry Patch – The garden season in first grade is coming to an end. The first graders are going to visit DJs Strawberry Patch to enjoy fresh picked strawberries with ice cream. Is there a sweeter way to celebrate a great gardening season?
Wednesday, May 7 – Grades 3-8 – Classical Learning Test (CLT) – This standardized exam is administered to all students in Grades 3 – 8 during the school day. No at-home studying or preparations are needed. Be sure to get a good night’s rest, eat a hearty breakfast, and arrive to school on time as the test will be administered at the start of the school day.
Upper School (6th-12th)
- Logic School: Request can be submitted through Parent Portals.
- Rhetoric School: Request can be submitted through Student Portals.
TOMORROW! – Friday, April 25 – Rhetoric School Executive Leadership Team Applications for 2025-2026 – Rhetoric School students, If you have an interest in serving in a leadership role next year in House, Social, Service, Worship or Communication, request an application from Mrs. Walsh’s desk and fill it out even if you were in a position this past year. The application process tells us you are interested in this upcoming school year. All applications are due Friday, April 25, by 4:00 p.m. Please see Mrs. Hillsgrove or Mrs. Walsh if you have any questions.
TOMORROW! – Friday, April 25 – 2025-26 Class Representative Nominations – Current 6th-11th grade students received an email on Monday, April 14, for how to access the class representative information and nominations survey link. The link will close on Friday, April 25.
Wednesday, April 30 – Athletic Signing Day – Let’s celebrate our students who will be signing as collegiate athletes: Harper Ethridge – Cross Country & Track at Palm Beach Atlantic – and Demi Nicholas – Cross Country & Track at UNC-Wilmington.
- When: 12:30-1:00 p.m. (during lunch)
- Where: Gym
Wednesday, May 7 – Grades 6-8 – Classical Learning Test (CLT) – This standardized exam is administered to all students in Grades 3 – 8 during the school day. No at-home studying or preparations are needed. Be sure to get a good night’s rest, eat a hearty breakfast, and arrive to school on time as the test will be administered at the start of the school day.
– ANNOUNCEMENTS –
College Counseling
– IMPORTANT DATES –
Monday, April 28 – Wake Tech on Campus – Seniors, are you interested in applying to Wake Tech for the fall semester? A Wake Tech Representative will be here to help you with the application process during lunch.
Wednesday, April 30 – Rhetoric College Counseling Lunch and Learn – This is the last week for Lunch and Learn: Drop-in during lunch! Explore options in the trades with three guest speakers: a fireman, surveyor, and cosmetologist.
- When: 12:20 – 1:05 p.m.
- Where: Commons Area
- Topic: Interested in Learning A Trade?
Thursday, May 1 – National Decision Day – May 1 is National Decision Day. Seniors, be sure to pay your enrollment deposit and enter your decision in Scoir. If you are on the Wait List at a college, it is recommended that you deposit at your second-choice college. If you need to meet with Ms. Smith, email her for an appointment. Use the Calendly link.
Thursday, May 1 – Senior Photo – Next Thursday is the Senior photo with your college or next-step t-shirt. The photo will be taken right before you are released for lunch. We can’t wait to see where God is leading you!
Due By Thursday, May 1 – Seniors – Have you made your pennant? If not, please get one from Mrs. McGinnis and complete it by May 1.
Monday, May 5 – Friday, May 23, 2025 – AP Exams – These will be administered to those who have signed up. Bring your own charged laptop. If you have questions about what AP Exams you are taking, check your College Board Account. Use this link to see the locations, times, and reminders. Individual emails will be sent to students for each exam. Veracross attendance has already been documented as excused, however, please communicate with your teachers.
We highly recommend that students familiarize themselves with how the digital AP Exams will flow, click here and scroll down to resources and watch the video.
Parents, do not order My Hot Lunch for your student if they have a noon AP Exam. They will need to bring lunch on those days.
– ANNOUNCEMENTS –
- Essay Boot Camp – July 14 – 18 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
- Essay One Day Workshop – Saturday, August 16 (9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) – Registration will open at a later date.
Co-Curriculars
– ARTS –
- When: June 7, 2025 – October 25, 2025
- Where: North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
- Who:
- Kaitlyn Mulldune, Class of 2025
- Joshua Ju, Class of 2026
- Catherine Park, Class of 2027
SAVE THE DATE! – Monday, May 19 – Fall Sports Evaluations – Due to campus construction, Fall Sports Evaluations will occur after school at Pleasant Park. See below for location and times. Contact Justin Kvantas, Assistant Athletic Director, with questions.
- Field Hockey: Field 1
- Logic School: 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.
- Rhetoric School: 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
- Boys Soccer: Field 2
- Logic School: 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.
- Rhetoric School: 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
- Football: Field 6
- 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
- Volleyball: CCS Gym
- Logic School (Blue & Gold) – 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
- Rhetoric School (JV & Varsity) – 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
- Girls Tennis Interest Meeting: Room 207
- Logic School: 2:30 p.m.
- Rhetoric School: 3:30 p.m.
- Co-Ed Cross Country Interest Meetings:
- Logic School: Details to be announced.
- Rhetoric School: Details to be announced.
- Field Hockey: Field 1
Additionally, all students will be fitted for uniforms during their elective periods on May 19. This does not guarantee a roster spot. Specific fitting locations will be announced at a later date.
Coaching Needs – We are currently looking for coaches to lead programs for the following sports:
- Varsity Football – Assistant Coach (Fall)
- Junior Varsity Football – Assistant Coach (Fall)
- Varsity Girls Tennis (Fall)
- Varsity Cross Country (Fall)
- Gold (Logic School) Girls Field Hockey (Fall)
- Blue (Logic School) Boys Basketball (Winter)
For more information, contact Jeff Poore, Athletic Director.
