Contents
Featured Items
GoPlaySave
Kick-Off
August 26
Upper School
Individual Picture Day
August 28
Lower School
Individual Picture Day
August 29
A Prayer for Those Involved in Sports
“O God, you gave us bodies—as well as minds and hearts—with which to praise and worship you. Our sports and exercises are a fitting use of gifts and talents you have given us. Bless our workouts and the games we play, and those with whom we exercise or compete. Give us strength, endurance, courage and agility as we compete or train. Keep us safe and healthy as we celebrate our physical and mental skills in sport. Amen.”
– Author Unknown
School-Wide Information
– IMPORTANT DATES –
Monday, August 26 – GoPlaySave Kick-Off – All students will bring home a Fundraising Letter with a QR code and step-by-step directions to set up your student’s online shop. Share your student’s custom URL with family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. You will receive an email each time someone purchases through your child’s link. Lower School students will also bring home a GoPlaySave Coupon book filled with over $10,000 in savings from a variety of local businesses. This first book can be used as a sample in your sales efforts and/or be purchased by your first buyer! Online orders only for all purchases (no cash/checks). Prizes for top sellers make this an easy and exciting fundraiser! If you do not wish to participate (or if you only plan on purchasing and selling Mobile “Books”), return the sample coupon book to your child’s teacher. All earnings from this fundraiser go toward our teacher appreciation efforts!
Friday, August 30 – Early Release Day for Labor Day Weekend – This is a Cary Christian School spirit day, so wear your CCS gear! Refer to the Non-Uniform Day guidelines (located under “FAQs” on the portal). On Early Release Days, there is no lunchtime or After-School Care program. Students need to bring a substantial snack and water bottle.
- Dismissal Times –
- Grades 9-12: 11:45 a.m.
- Grades K-8: 12:15 p.m.
– ANNOUNCEMENTS –
Medication Reminder – For ANY student with severe allergies or chronic health conditions who may require life-saving medications to be administered during the school day, bring those medications to the CCS Health Office as soon as possible. This includes, but is not limited to, inhalers, Epipens, seizure medication, diabetic supplies, etc. In addition, please complete ALL relevant health forms in the Magnus Health Portal.
– TECHNOLOGY TIPS –
After-School Care Program on Veracross Portal – Log onto the Portal. In the left-hand column, under Quick Links, click “After-School Care” to find detailed information about this service and to register your child(ren). This program is for students in grades K-6.
Lower School (K-5th)
– IMPORTANT DATES –
Thursday, August 29 – Lower School Individual Picture Day – Students and staff will be photographed for the yearbook, Veracross, and student IDs. Picture Day is a Dress Uniform day. Refer to the Dress Uniform Guidelines by clicking here, or you can access these anytime under “Quick Links” on the Portal.
Picture packages may be ordered online at My Photo Day and will be shipped directly to your home. AdvancePay credits may be purchased prior to picture day or you may wait until viewing your digital proofs to order.
- Where: 5th Grade Playground
- When: 1:30 p.m.
– ANNOUNCEMENTS –
Do you have availability and interest in occasional subbing? – From time to time, we need additional coverage in Lower School for recess supervision and classroom support. Contact Carol Ashworth for the necessary paperwork to be considered for subbing.
– K-5 ATHLETICS –
Starting Monday, August 26 – Lower School Girls Field Hockey Clinic – A fundamentals clinic will be hosted on the CCS campus for girls in grades 4-5. There are 6 sessions for a cost of $125. The additional dates are September 3, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 2:45-4:15 p.m. The clinic will be led by CCS coaches and Senior, Reid Miller (UNC commit), plus other varsity field hockey players. If you have additional questions, email Jeff Poore, Director of Athletics. Register here.
K-5 Cross Country League – We are working with two area schools to create a league for K-5 grade students. K-2 students will practice after school on Mondays, and 3-5 students on Wednesdays. Practices will start the week of September 3 (K-2 will practice on September 5, due to Labor Day). Runners will participate in four races on the Saturdays in September, beginning September 7, here at CCS. If you are interested, email Jeff Poore, Director of Athletics, to provide your student’s name, grade, and gender. We will send more information after assessing the interest level of our community. The length of the races will be between a half-mile and 1.5 miles. Cost is $75, which includes a race day t-shirt. Register here.
Lower School Basketball Clinic – Boys and Girls in Grades 4-5 – We will hold 6 sessions on Thursdays in September and October at Bethel Church (1111 West Chatham Street) from 2:45 – 4:15 p.m. The cost is $150 per student. Register here.
SAVE THE DATE! – Lower School Soccer Clinic – Boys and Girls in Grades 4-5 – This will occur some Thursdays in November, December and January at Bethel Church (1111 West Chatham Street) from 2:45 – 4:15 p.m. Stay tuned for more information regarding registration and the schedule.
Upper School (6th-12th)
– IMPORTANT DATES –
TOMORROW! – Friday, August 23 – Eighth Grade Retreat at Camp Agape
Tuesday, August 27 – Rhetoric School Club Expo – During lunch, be sure to stop by the gym to learn more about and sign up for clubs offered this year.
Wednesday, August 28 – Upper School Individual Picture Day – Students and staff will be photographed for the yearbook, Veracross, and student IDs. Picture Day is a Dress Uniform day. Refer to the Dress Uniform Guidelines by clicking here, or you can access these anytime under “Quick Links” on the Portal.
Picture packages may be ordered online at My Photo Day and will be shipped directly to your home. AdvancePay credits may be purchased prior to picture day or you may wait until viewing your digital proofs to order.
College Counseling
Monday, August 26 – Revised Deadline – Seniors, your transcript change requests are due to Ms. Smith.
Lunch Time College Visits – Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors – Engage with college reps and learn about the educational opportunities on their campuses. Inquire about majors, scholarships, internships, and more. This is a drop-in event in the Commons Area during your lunchtime, between 12:20 – 1:00 p.m. Please spend about 5 minutes asking the representatives questions. Parents are welcome! Sign up via Scoir.
- Wednesday, September 4:
- Queens University of Charlotte
- Universal Technical Institute, Mooresville
- University of South Carolina
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Thursday, September 5:
- Hillsdale College
- University of Alabama
- University of North Carolina Charlotte
- University of North Carolina Greensboro
Seniors – Scholarship Opportunities – Are you interested in being a UNC Morehead-Cain or NC State Park Scholar? You may self-nominate. Students should meet with Ms. Smith by September 7 to understand the process and deadlines. It takes a great deal of time and effort to create an effective, strong, and competitive application and Ms. Smith will guide you through the process. The application due dates are October 1 and November 1, respectively.
12th Grade Students – 30-minute College Counseling Meetings – All Seniors should sign up for an individual meeting. Topics that we can cover include reviewing college lists, short answer essays, Common App essays, scholarships, future plans or general questions about the college search process. Ms. Smith recommends that all seniors let her read their short answer essays before applying. This is a great way to do that. Use this Calendly link to schedule.
Co-Curriculars
– ARTS –
Tuesday, October 29 – Upper School Choral Arts and Band Picture Day
Basketball Early Evaluations & Tryouts – These are held in September; details are below. Students who wish to tryout must attend at least one of the sessions below (both are preferred). Following tryouts, teams will host Saturday gym sessions to prepare for daily practices that begin in late October.
- Saturday, September 7:
- Logic Boys: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
- Logic Girls: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.*
- *8th Grade Girls Only
- Rhetoric Girls: 12:00:– 1:30 p.m.
- Sunday, September 8:
- Rhetoric Boys: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 14:
- Logic Boys: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
- Logic Girls: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.*
- *6th & 7th Grade Girls Only
- Rhetoric Girls: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
- Sunday, September 15:
- Rhetoric Boys: 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
*Logic Girls who cannot make their assigned tryout date above can attend the other available date by email: Coach Horton.
Coaching Needs – We are currently looking for head coaches to lead programs for the following sports:
- Varsity Girls Soccer (Spring)
- Gold (MS) Girls Soccer (Spring)
- Gold (MS) Boys Lacrosse (Spring)
- Varsity Track (Spring)
- Varsity Boys Tennis (Spring)
For more information, contact Jeff Poore, Athletic Director.
