Contents

Featured Items

Town of Cary
Christmas Parade 
December 9

Lower School
Christmas Concerts
December 12 & 13

Upper School Band
& Chorus Concerts
December 16

A Prayer for Christmas at CCS:  

Heavenly Father, We pray that the Christmas parade in town and concerts on our campus will be filled with laughter, joy, and peace as we celebrate the birth of your son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Thank you to those diligently preparing for these events. May everyone feel your presence and receive your love at each gathering. Most of all, help us to glorify you in everything we do this holiday season. Amen.

Development Update

$3 MILLION PLEDGED TOWARD OUR $4 MILLION GOAL 

We are well on our way to:  

  • Establishing a $5 million endowment  
  • Installing synthetic turf on our competition field 
  • Improving student parking

A turf field raises the standard, more parking makes life easier, and an endowment increases missional stability. More importantly, sacrificially giving to a cause that matters is transformative.  

  • Your gift says thank you for strategically and intentionally pursuing my child.
  • Your gift helps make the path we navigate together more efficient and more effective.
  • Your gift prepares generations to serve Christ and His Kingdom. 

If you were unable to attend Vision Night, this  webpage  will provide information about the newly launched capital campaign. We also invite anyone to reach out for a phone call or meeting.  

Raise your hand as high as you can! Make your pledge today! 

Click here  to indicate your 3-year pledge, set up a recurring donation, or make an online donation. There are a few ways to give, including transferring appreciated stock. Cary Christian School is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, therefore donors may be eligible for a tax benefit to the extent of the law.   

Seeking further information?

  • Connect via email with Robbie or Kelly.
  • Call 919-303-2560 and ask for either of them. 
  • Stop by the Headmaster’s office anytime!
  • We are also happy to provide the campaign brochure and pledge envelope. Just let us know! 
 

School-Wide Information

– IMPORTANT DATES – 

Tuesday, December 12 – Monthly Board Meeting
  • Where: Theater
  • When: 5:00 P.M. 
 
– CHRISTMAS AT CCS – 
 

May God bless our celebration of His son’s birth! See below for event details & download the flyer.

 
Saturday, December 9 – Town of Cary Christmas Parade at 2:00 P.M. – Come see and support our Kindergarten and 4th grade Kinderbuddies as they represent Cary Christian School and ring in the Christmas season!
 

Saturday, December 16 – Logic and Rhetoric School Band Annual Christmas Concert Presents “Sounds of the Season” – All CCS families, friends, and neighbors are invited to enjoy an afternoon of music and joy. There is no cost to attend, so you will want to arrive early for the best seats! Contact Mr. Dwight Dillon, Instrumental Arts Program Director, with any questions or for additional information.

  • Where: Gym
  • When: 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, December 16 at 7:00 P.M. – CCS Choral Arts Department Presents “King of Glory, King of Love” – All CCS families, friends, and neighbors are invited to attend this Christmas cantata created by Sue C. Smith, David Moffit, and Travis Cottrell. This program features a variety of Christmas classics and original music that tells the story of Christ from the manger to the cross and beyond through witness and song. We are returning to Cary First Baptist Church located at 218 S. Academy Street in downtown Cary for this special event. Admission is free, but you will want to arrive early for the best seating possible. If you have any questions or would like additional information, contact Mr. James Baker, Director of the CCS Choral Arts Program.  
 

– ANNOUNCEMENTS – 

2023-24 Yearbook on Sale for $55 – It’s time to order this keepsake on Jostens.com. Search for Cary Christian School, then follow the prompts. The price increases to $60 if purchased after January 26.

Extra 2022-23 Yearbooks Available! – Did you misplace last year’s yearbook or forget to order? We have some for sale for $60 each. To purchase one, please see Ms. Kailyn Eskridge at the upper school desk.

Lower School (K-5th)

– IMPORTANT DATES –   

Christmas Concerts – Our Lower School students are looking forward to sharing the sounds of Christmas with family and friends. Please join us in the theater for a Christmas Concert followed by a small reception in the classrooms. Afterwards, we welcome you to continue the festivities off-campus with your students and loved ones. Dress uniform is required.

Tuesday, December 12:

  • Kindergarten – 8:30 A.M.
  • First Grade – 10:30 A.M.
  • Second Grade – 12:30 P.M.

Wednesday, December 13: 

  • Third Grade – 8:30 A.M.
  • Fourth Grade – 10:30 A.M.
  • Fifth Grade – 12:30 P.M.

Monday, December 18 – Tuesday, December 19 – Christmas Spirit Days – To celebrate the Christmas season, our students can enjoy some fun dress-down days together!

  • Monday, December 18 – Christmas Socks or Crazy Socks with Daily Uniform
  • Tuesday, December 19 – Christmas Outfit Day (wear red and green, Christmas sweaters or dresses, Christmas pajamas, or any fun Christmas attire)

Upper School (6th-12th)

– IMPORTANT DATES –

Electives Change Requests for Semester 2 – These will be reviewed and considered from Monday, December 4 – Monday, December 11. After that time, no more changes will be made. Please print and complete the FORM and turn into the Upper School front desk. All changes will be completed before Christmas break.
 
Thursday, December 7 – Senior Service Practicum – This evening, the senior class is returning from their weeklong service trip in Newport, TN. Seniors: No classes on Friday, December 8.
 
Friday, December 8 – Sixth Grade Field Trip (1:30 – 2:15 P.M.) – The Sixth Graders will sing Christmas Carols for residents at nearby Sunrise Senior Living on Friday, December 8. Buses will leave at 1:30 P.M. and return in time for afternoon carpool. Attire: CCS Dress Uniform.  ACTION NEEDED: Parent approval is required. Please sign the Field Trip Permission Form on your Veracross Parent Portal. Questions? Email DRobinson@carychristianschool.org.
 
Monday, December 11 – Tuesday, December 19 – Christmas Spirit Days – To celebrate the Christmas season, our students can enjoy some fun dress-down days together!
 

Rhetoric School:

  • Monday, December 11: Regular CCS daily uniform
  • Tuesday, December 12: Christmas Pajamas Day
  • Wednesday, December 13: Christmas Character Day
  • Thursday, December 14: Christmas Sweater Day
  • Friday, December 15 (Independent Study Day to prepare for Grades 9-12 Final Exams): Students who choose to come on campus for Teacher “Office Hours” should wear any CCS spirit wear top and pants (jeans/sweatpants/joggers) that follow the non-uniform/CCS spirit wear day guidelines (see Parent Resources below).  

Note: The CCS Daily Uniform attire is required for Semester Final Exams on Monday, December 18, and Tuesday, December 19.

Logic School:

  • Monday, December 18: Christmas Sweater Day (with CCS daily uniform pants/shorts/skirts)
  • Tuesday, December 19: Christmas Outfit Day (wear red and green, Christmas sweaters or dresses, or any fun Christmas attire!)
Friday, December 15 – Rhetoric School Independent Study Day for Final Exams – No classes will be held for grades 9-12. School attendance is not required. Teachers will be available from 8:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. in their classrooms for pre-arranged subject-specific review sessions or for individual drop-in “office hours”as communicated directly to their students. If students are not meeting with a teacher, they should not be on campus. 
 
Monday-Tuesday, December 18-19 – Rhetoric School Final Exams – Semester Final Exam days are Early Release days with dismissal at 12:15 P.M. on Monday and Tuesday for Rhetoric School (grades 9-12). Students will need to bring a healthy snack, water bottle, calculator, and a book to read if they finish early. No lunch period and no electives. Please make transportation arrangements for the 12:15 P.M. dismissal.
 
Monday, December 18: 
  • 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. – Science
  • 10:15 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. – History
 
Tuesday, December 19: 
  • 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. – Math
  • 10:15 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. – Literature
 
 – ANNOUNCEMENTS –
 
Tutor List – Click here for an updated list of available tutors. 

College Counseling

Thursday, January 4 – 2020-2023 Alumni Luncheon (12:00-1:00 P.M.) – A special luncheon is planned for CCS alumni in the Commons Area. If you are a parent of a graduate, please share this information. Alumni are encouraged to RSVP by December 27 to Mrs. Teshia McGinnis. If the deadline is missed, bring a lunch to enjoy during this time.

Wednesday, January 10 – Junior and Junior Parents Meeting – Mark your calendar for the second group College Counseling meeting. Students and parents must attend this meeting.

  • When: 7:00-8:00 P.M.
  • Where: CCS Theater

Co-Curriculars

– ARTS –

Saturday, December 16 – Logic and Rhetoric School Band Annual Christmas Concert Presents “Sounds of the Season” –All CCS families, friends, and neighbors are invited to enjoy an afternoon of music and joy. There is no cost to attend, so you will want to arrive early for the best seats! Contact Mr. Dwight Dillon, Instrumental Arts Program Director, with any questions or for additional information.

  • Where: Gym
  • When: 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, December 16 at 7:00 P.M. – CCS Choral Arts Department Presents “King of Glory, King of Love” – All CCS families, friends, and neighbors are invited to attend this Christmas cantata created by Sue C. Smith, David Moffit, and Travis Cottrell. This program features a variety of Christmas classics and original music that tells the story of Christ from the manger to the cross and beyond through witness and song. We are returning to Cary First Baptist Church located at 218 S. Academy Street in downtown Cary for this special event. Admission is free, but you will want to arrive early for the best seating possible. If you have any questions or would like additional information, contact Mr. James Baker, Director of the CCS Choral Arts Program.  
 
Scholastic Art and Writing Competition – Entries Due by December 11 (new deadline!) – Students must be in grades 7-12 and be age 13+ at time of registration. This year, each student needs to set up a new account, even if an account was previously created. These links will be helpful for how to participate in this competition:
 
NCDOT Aviation Art Contest is open and entries are due by December 22, 2023. For more information, visit the website and the contest information, click here.
 
– ATHLETICS –
 
4th and 5th Grade Boys Wrestling Clinic – Registration opens December 14 – Click here for more information.
 
Friday, December 15 – Annual CCS Alumni Basketball Game – This year’s Varsity Boys Basketball team will play against CCS Basketball Alumni. All CCS families are invited to come watch this fun annual event!
  • Where: Gym
  • When: 6:00 P.M. 
Coaches Needed – Multiple coaching positions open for the Spring 2024 Season! See the list of coaching needs below. If you are interested, contact Jeff Poore.
  • Middle School Track & Field
  • Middle School Girls Soccer
  • Varsity Lacrosse
  • Varsity Mens Tennis

Spring Athletes – It is time for Early Evaluations! Click here to see a list of schedules. Note: Evaluations are underway! Questions? Email Jeff Poore or Megan Logan.

Parent Resources

Veracross Portal
My Hot Lunchbox
School Supply Lists
Carpool Information
Quarterly Calendar
Whom to Contact?
Uniform Guidelines
Parent & Student Handbook
After-School Care Info

Our prayer for our school is that the Lord would use Cary Christian to call each of our students to be rooted and grounded in love . . . filled with all the fullness of God (Ephesians 3:17-19).