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Featured Items

No School 
Martin Luther King Day
January 15

Prospective Family 
Open House
January 17

Rhetoric School 
Snow Ball Dance
January 20

Let Us Pray

God grant that right here in America and all over this world, we will choose the high way; a way in which men will live together as brothers. A way in which the nations of the world will beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks. A way in which every man will respect the dignity and worth of all human persons. A way in which every nation will allow justice to run down like waters, and righteousness like a mighty stream. A way in which men will do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God. A way in which men will be able to stand up, and in the midst of oppression, in the midst of darkness and agony, they will be able to stand there and love their enemies, bless those persons who curse them, pray for those individuals that spitefully use them. And this is the way they will bring us once more into that society which we think of as the brotherhood of man. This will be the day when white people, colored people, whether they are brown or whether they are yellow or whether they are black, will join together and stretch out their arms and be able to cry out: “Free at last. Free at last. Great God almighty, we are free at last.”
 
— Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Development Update

Help Us Raise the Last $375k – Raise your hand as high as you can!  

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 – 

Monday, January 15 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – School Closed

Wednesday, January 17 – Winter Prospective Family Open House (5:00-7:00 P.M.) – Know anyone curious about classical Christian education or eager to enroll at Cary Christian School? This is a super event to recommend to them! This is the registration link for them to use.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT! Wednesday, February 7 at 7:00 P.M. – Sandhills Classical Christian School Presents “An Evening with Dr. Ben Carson” – Dr. Carson will take the stage in the Arts & Athletics Center (1487 Rays Bridge Road, Whispering Pines NC 28327), delivering remarks on the state of education in America, discussing the work he is doing at the American Cornerstone Institute, and talking about his new release Created Equal: The Painful Past, Confusing Present, and Hopeful Future of Race in America.

This event is free and open to the public. RSVP for this event by going to sandhillsccs.org. Although this is not a ticketed event, Sandhills Classical Christian School asks you to consider a gift to the Moore County Scholarship Fund. This fund provides tuition assistance for underserved children/families of the Sandhills. 
 
Friday, February 9 – Tuition Assistance Application Deadline – Click here for more information and click here to apply.
 

– ANNOUNCEMENTS – 

Quarter 3 Events Calendar is Available – Click here to download or access it in the parent and student portals.

Lower School (K-5th)

– IMPORTANT DATES –   

Quarter 2 Report Cards – These were posted in the Parent Portal on January 5. 

Grades 4-5 Boys Wrestling Clinic – Registration Opened December 14 – Click here for more information and click here to register.

Upper School (6th-12th)

– IMPORTANT DATES –

Friday, January 12 – SSP Convocation for Students – Our Seniors will share their SSP experience with the Upper School students during their Convocation.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. – Driver Education Course Registration Opens This is the CCS March Spring Break Jordan Driving School Driver Education Class for CCS students. This class is live online during the second week of our Spring Break. To register, go to jordandriving.com, click on Classes & Schedules, Private Schools, Cary Christian School, and use the Registration Link to sign-up. Students must be at least 14 ½ years old by March 11 to register. 
 
    • Class Format: Live Teacher Online
    • Class Date: March 11-15, 2024
    • Class Times: 7:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. daily
    • Cost: $65.00
    • Questions? Email Mrs. Rhoades [email protected] or Jordan Driving School representative Sandy Fischer at [email protected].
 
NOTE: North Carolina requires this 30-hour course for all drivers under 18. The required “behind–the–wheel” training is included in the price but does not happen until after this course is satisfactorily completed. Be advised that the current wait time for behind-the-wheel is about 12 weeks. JDS estimates our March participants likely will be called to start behind–the–wheel training in June.
 

Friday, January 19 – Snow Ball Dance Practice – Students will practice their dance moves during Block 3. All students participate even if they are unable to attend Snow Ball. It is a fun time to be together!

Saturday, January 20 – Rhetoric School Snow Ball Dance (Grades 9-12) – SIGN UP BY TOMORROW! We are excited about the annual Snow Ball Dance! Click here to read more about details and attire for this fun celebration. Parents need to sign up their student through Veracross by Friday, January 12. By signing up, families agree to ensure the attire and behavior expectations are followed by their student. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP.

    • Where: Gym
    • When: 7:00-9:00 P.M.

Wednesday, January 24 – Senior Parents Meeting – All Senior parents are strongly encouraged to attend, and we ask for at least one parent to be in attendance. We will cover the topics of Graduation, Student Life, College Counseling, and finishing strong academically! We will also hear from student speakers and see the SSP video.

    • Where: Theater
    • When: 6:30-8:30 P.M.
Monday, January 29 – Deadline to Submit Senior Yearbook Quotes/Photos – CCS Yearbook Advisor Nadine Bradsher emailed a reminder to all Seniors and Senior parents on December 8 to send 5 photos (baby to current), a favorite Bible verse, Senior Thesis topic, and a favorite quote from a book read at CCS. Submit items to Yearbook Student Editor Graciebelle Jonson. 
 

College Counseling

– IMPORTANT DATES –

 

Career Connections Database – Respond by Friday, January 19 – Parents, would you be interested in sharing about your career with our Rhetoric students on February 23 on Career Connection Day? We would love to have you participate! Please complete this short form so that we are familiar with your industry and position.  

Registration is Open for a Practice ACT through Compass Prep for Sophomores and Juniors – In-Home Practice on January 27 – Students may take the test at any time that Saturday. Use this opportunity to practice the digital ACT through this registration link. The deadline to register is January 25. Once registered, you will receive a link from Compass Prep on January 26 to take the test. 

Wednesday, January 31 – Junior Student Survey Deadline –  Juniors, if you missed yesterday’s College Counseling meeting, read this PowerPoint and complete the survey in Scoir by January 31. You must complete the survey and pick up your folder from Ms. Smith or Mrs. McGinnis prior to scheduling your individual meeting.  

Junior Individual Meetings – It’s time for Juniors and their parents to book their individual meetings with Ms. Smith. Use this link to select a time. Meetings that are scheduled after school will be held via Zoom. Meetings scheduled during the day will be in person and parents can join in person or via the Zoom link. In preparation for these meetings, students must complete the Rising Senior Survey in Scoir and parents must complete the Parent Brag Sheet.   

Seniors – A few notes for you:

    • Update your Scoir account as you hear back from colleges.
    • Send Ms. Smith copies of scholarship offers as you receive them so she can enter your information into Scoir.

Co-Curriculars

– ARTS –

Deadline Extended for Scholastic Art Competition – Due by January 15 – Students must be in grades 7-12 and be age 13+ at time of registration. 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:
ACCS Art Contest – The Association of Classical Christian Schools holds a beautiful art competition in 4 categories: painting, drawing, apparel, and stationery. Please read through the information provided in this link and see Mrs. Blanchard if you have questions. Due dates vary.
 
– ATHLETICS –
 
Athletic Team Standings – To see current standings for each of our athletic teams, check your Athletic Bulletin Board on the Veracross Portal weekly!
 

CCS Olympics Track and Field Evaluations – Any Logic or Rhetoric students interested in participating in Outdoor Track and Field for the spring season should attend. There will be no transportation to and from campus. Please email Coach Megan Mansy with any questions.

    • Tuesday, January 23: 5:00-6:45 P.M. at Green Level High School
Coaches Still Needed! – Multiple coaching positions open! See the list of coaching needs below. If you are interested, contact Jeff Poore.
  • Spring 2024: Thanks be to God for filling all of these needs!
    • Gold Track & Field (Middle School) – Position Filled!
    • Gold Girls Soccer (Middle School) – Position Filled!
    • Varsity Lacrosse – Position Filled!
    • Varsity Boys Tennis – Position Filled!
  • Fall 2024:
    • Varsity Girls Tennis
    • Gold Girls Tennis

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).