The Knightly News: February 9, 2023

Important Dates

 

Monday, February 20 – Presidents’ Day – No School

 

Tuesday, February 21 – Firm Foundation – All Parents are invited to join us for this monthly meeting to learn more about classical Christian Education, to fellowship together, and to hear from the Board and Administration. Click here for more information!

• • When: 8:00 – 9:30 A.M.  
  • Where: CCS Theater 

 

Wednesday, February 22 – First and Third Grade Assemblies – Our students are excited to take the stage and present what they have been learning!  This will be a beautiful opportunity for parents and friends to see a display of an excellent, classical education founded upon a biblical worldview.  After the assembly, parents are invited to join us back in the classroom for a reception. There will be an early dismissal for students following the reception.   

• • When:  

• • • Third Grade Assembly at 10:00 A.M. with early dismissal at 11:00 A.M. 
    • First Grade Assembly at 11:30 A.M. with early dismissal at 12:30 P.M. 

• • Where: CCS Theater 

 

 

Announcements

 

Yearbook Ordering Closing – February 28 is the last day to guarantee a Yearbook for this year. Order your Yearbook directly through Jostens or on your Parent Portal. 

Important Dates

 

 

Announcements

 

Yearbook Ordering Closing – February 28 is the last day to guarantee a yearbook for this year. Order your yearbook directly through Jostens or on your Parent Portal.  

Important Dates

 

Friday, February 10 – Friday, February 17 – AP Exam-Only Late Registration Period – Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, the cost of late registration for an AP Exam is $165 per AP Exam, which includes the College Board Late Fee ($40) and the CCS Late Fee ($25).  To register, complete the two steps below. Both steps must be completed! 

1. Pay by clicking here. 
2. Register for the AP Exam on College Board and use the Joining Code Link. 

  

Wednesday, February 15 – College Admissions Panel: College representatives from four universities will share school-specific information with you. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain knowledge on what makes each school unique, how to apply for financial aid, and hear about the admissions process for each university. This panel is designed for Rhetoric School students and parents, but it is also open to the entire CCS community. Schools in attendance will be: 

• • North Carolina State University, an in-state public university 
  • Clemson University, an out-of-state public university 
  • Anderson University, a private Christian college 
  • Queens University of Charlotte, a private university 

• • When: 7:00-8:30 P.M. 
  • Where: CCS Theater 

 

Announcements

 

ACT Practice Test for 9th-11th Graders – Registration is open for a practice ACT through Compass Education Group for Cary Christian School students. It will be a free, online, digital, at-home practice ACT test for students in the 9th-11th grades. The test results are invaluable in helping craft the ideal testing and tutoring plan for each student. The link to register and a demonstration version of the computer-based test, along with the resulting score reports, are available here. The registration deadline is a week before the testing window opens. On Wednesday, March 15, Compass Education Group will send you a detailed confirmation email with the link to take the test. Students can take the test anytime during the testing window. 

• • When: Anytime between March 17 and March 27 
  • Where: Online, in the comfort of your home 

Arts

 

Doodle for Google Art Contest – All students are invited to enter! The theme for 2023 is, “I am grateful for…” Use paper of your choice (cardstock, watercolor, charcoal paper) and turn your artwork in with the attached form. Computer generated artwork is also accepted! The contest ends on March 7. See detailed information here on how to enter and contact Mrs. Blanchard at mblanchard@carychristianschool.org with any questions. 

 

The Southern Teachers Agency Calendar Art Contest – Students in Grades 8-12 are invited to enter this contest! Details about the contest can be found at – Southern Teachers Agency – Student Art Contest. Winning artists will receive five copies of the calendar as well as $100 in gift certificates for art supplies! This contest is limited to 10 entries, and there are currently 6 open spots. Please email Mrs. Blanchard at mblanchard@carychristianschool.org if you would like to enter! Artwork needs to be turned in no later than March 27.   

 

Athletics

 

Monday, February 13 – Spring Sports Tryout Information – Click here for all tryout information. 

 

Spring Forms – All athletes must have completed forms on file in Magnus. If you have already completed these forms for the 2022-2023 school year, there is no need to submit again. You can find these forms in Magnus through your Parent Portal or on the Athletic Bulletin Board. Forms must be completed and uploaded by March 17.

• • Pre-Participation Physical Form
  • Consent to Participate and Release Form
  • Concussion Information Form

 

Coaches’ Food for Thought – Our Athletic Director, Jeff Poore, posts weekly articles to help build our culture of sport at Cary Christian School. These articles are sent to coaches to read, review, and share, and can also be found on our website.