The Royal Weekly
APRIL 14, 2025
SCHOOL-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
IOWA Testing and Adjusted Schedule – April 15
On Tuesday, April 15, 9th and 10th grade students will report at 7:50 a.m. for state mandated IOWA testing. 9th graders will take a math test and 10th graders will take a grade-level reading test. All other students (middle school, juniors, and seniors) first period will start at 9:02 a.m. Non-testing students who must be dropped off early will gather in the Rasnick Center until they are officially released to first period classes. Students are encouraged to be at school by 8:55 a.m.
SOBE Marketing Pitch Night – April 16
Come support the SOBE juniors as their teams present marketing plans to a panel of judges, showcasing some amazing local businesses! The 10th Annual Marketing Pitch Night will be on Wednesday, April 16 at 5:00 p.m. in the Learning Commons. Reserve your tickets HERE.
Free Tickets to KSU Gospel Choir Concert – April 17
CVCA’s Embrace Club and Choirs have been given 75 FREE tickets to the Kent State University Spring Gospel Choir Concert on Thursday, April 17. A bus will leave CVCA at 5:35 p.m. to go to Chipotle in Kent. We will then walk to the concert from there. The bus will return to CVCA around 10:00 p.m. You may also get your own ride to Kent State and use the FREE tickets. These tickets are available on a first-come-first-served basis and are for adults and/or students. (Only CVCA faculty/staff/students may ride the bus.) If you are interested, please complete this form by Tuesday, April 15.
Vote for Pitch Challenge People's Choice Award Today
We’re thrilled to announce the results of this year’s Ohio Pitch Challenge. The judges carefully reviewed over 1,000 entries and selected the Grand Prize Winners, Finalists, and Semi-Finalists. People’s Choice Award voting starts on Monday, April 14. Opportunity to apply to the Young Entrepreneur Fellowship. Learn more HERE.
Check out the full list of Grand Prize Winners, Finalists, and Semi-Finalists HERE. SOBE Seniors competed in this challenge, with Client Hive selected as a Finalist and MUNCH and Union Match selected as Semi-Finalist. Finalists move on to People’s Choice.
Please take a moment to vote for the People’s Choice Award of $250 per team. There will be one People’s Choice prize in each grade group – and it’s all up to public voting.
- The video with the most votes wins!
- You can vote once per day.
- Voting closes on Friday, April 18.
- Vote HERE.
Teacher Appreciation Week – April 28 – May 2
We are excited to kick off a long-standing tradition of honoring our teachers and staff. We take this opportunity to bless and encourage our community that pours into the lives of students. This week is a time to feed, encourage, and share in a spirit of thankfulness. Please sign up HERE to contribute food/dollar donations.
Service Hours Due May 9
CVCA students are making their communities brighter, so far volunteering 34,000 hours this year! Don’t forget that hours are due May 9 and Bible Service gradebooks are updated periodically to reflect submitted hours. Students with 16 hours completed and verified in the Helper Helper assignment by the deadline will receive a “satisfactory” grade, which appears on official transcripts but does not affect GPA. For students to submit and verify hours:
- Open your Bible Service class in Canvas.
- Open the Helper Helper Assignment.
- Click “add past commitment” (include hours from last summer, too).
- Add details of when and how you helped with a non-profit organization.
- Enter a parent as the coordinator. Do not enter other people.
- Enter a parent’s cell number (best option) or email address.
- Press “Submit.”
- Make sure all previous entries have been verified by a parent.
- If a student signed up or served at the Royal Evening or other group event on Helper Helper, the CVCA event coordinators will verify the hours.
Spring Musical Tickets on sale Now!
Tickets are now on sale for The Royal Theatre’s 2025 Spring Musical, Newsies. Get your tickets at iTickets.com. This year’s shows:
- April 25 & 26 at 7:00 p.m.
- April 30 at 6:30 p.m.
- May 2 at 7:00 p.m.
- May 3 at 2:00 p.m.
Junior Royals Night at the Royal Theatre is Wednesday, April 30 with general admission seating. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or with a check/cash at the door. Junior Royals receive one free admission ticket and VIP treatment at check-in. Family members pay standard admission. Junior Royals Club members register for the event HERE.
CVCA Summer Camps
CVCA offers summer camps for children ages 7-16. Led by CVCA coaches and athletes, teachers, and Royal Theatre directors and student-actors. Campers enjoy learning new skills and making new friends in a Christ-centered environment. Space is limited and camps fill up quickly. Register HERE.
LATE STARTS & NO-SCHOOL DAYS
- Late Start Days (9:22 a.m.): April 16, 23, 30
- IOWA Testing Day (9:02 a.m.): April 15 – middle school, juniors, and seniors
- No School: April 18, 21
HIGH-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Junior-Senior Prom – May 10
All juniors and seniors are invited to attend Prom on Saturday, May 10, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Quaker Station (135 S. Broadway St., Akron 44308). Tickets are $45 each and will be purchased for through FACTS from Thursday, April 24 – Friday, May 2.
A parent-signed Prom Waiver is required to purchase ticket. Non-CVCA guests must complete a Guest Waiver. Waivers can be dropped off and tickets picked up in the Welcome Center lobby April 24 to May 2.
- Please review the Formal Event Attire Standards before purchasing prom apparel.
Summer Health Course for Grades 9-11
This summer, CVCA will offer a Health course for grades 9-11. The co-ed course will be taught on campus by CVCA Health instructor Mrs. Brandy Tepley from July 7 to July 25. There is a $500 fee for this summer course, which, like our fall and spring Health courses, meets Ohio’s graduation requirement for a half credit of Health instruction. If interested, more information is available in this informational flyer. Register for the course HERE.
Volunteer Opportunity at University Hospitals in Ravenna
Students age 15 and older are invited to volunteer at University Hospitals in Ravenna. If you are interested, apply HERE and see Mrs. Knapp for more information.
SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COUNSELING
Military Academy and ROTC Information Meeting – April 16
Students and families are invited to attend a Military Academies and ROTC Informational Meeting on Wednesday, April 16 in the Rasnick Center. This is a unique event to delve into the world of education and service through service academies and/or ROTC programs. RSVP HERE to reserve your place for what will be a great opportunity to learn more about Military Academies, ROTC opportunities, as well as Nursing/Medical Scholarships within the military.
Our guest speakers, LTC (retired) Patrick Grow and MAJ Charles Johnson will discuss:
- What Military Academies and ROTC Offers: Learn why military academies and ROTC options stand out as premier institutions for leadership development, academic excellence, and character growth.
- Differences between Military Academies and ROTC: learn the differences between the two options that have similar end goals.
- The Application Process: Understand the application steps for service academies, ROTC scholarships, and Nursing/Medical Scholarships within the military.
We eagerly anticipate welcoming you and your families to an evening filled with inspiration and information!
Upcoming College Rep Visits at CVCA
Throughout the year, numerous college reps visit CVCA to meet with students, offer information, and answer questions. All reps are stationed in the Rasnick Center unless otherwise noted.
- University of Valley Forge – April 23, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
STAY INFORMED. GET INVOLVED. SUPPORT THE MISSION.
Tax Day is Tomorrow!
- Reduce your 2024 state tax liability by up to $1,500 when you support CVCA through our SGO.
- Your donation will fund scholarships for CVCA students.
- Learn how HERE.
- Questions? Contact John Harabedian at 330-929-0575, ext. 324 or email jharabedian@cvcaroyals.org.
CLUB UPDATES
Middle School Show Choir Open House and Auditions – May 21
The Middle School Show Choir will hold a Camp Open House on Wednesday, May 21 from noon to 3:00. All students who will be in grades 6, 7, or 8 in the 2025-2026 school year are welcome to come see what Show Choir is all about and to audition. The Middle School Show Choir Audition Form is available HERE. Questions? Email jmoore@cvcaroyals.org.
Middle School Choir Competition Results
Congratulations to the following Middle School Choir students who competed at the OMEA Solo and Ensemble Competition at Stanton Middle School on Saturday April 4:
Superior (I) Rating Recipients:
- Jolynn Armstrong – Solo
- Carli Conner – Solo and Ensemble
- Ben Dorsey – Ensemble
- Grace Dorsey – Solo
- Jocey Garrett – Solo
- Raya Jones – Solo
- Kate Kallio – Ensemble
- Maddie Kobb – Solo and Ensemble
- Ryan Marosi – Ensemble
- Zach Rusinoff – Ensemble
- Victoria Schmidt – Solo
Excellent (II) Rating Recipients:
- Jocey Garrett – Ensemble
- Raya Jones – Ensemble
- Sydney Kaiser – Ensemble
- Kate Kallio – Solo
- Danyel Paulk – Solo and Ensemble
- Natalie Skifstad – Ensemble
ATHLETICS UPDATES
Girls Golf Interest Meeting – April 23
All girls currently in grades 8 to 11 who are interested in playing golf in the 2025-2026 season should attend an information meeting on Wednesday, April 23 during 5A and 5B lunches in Room 108. Bring your lunch and learn about the upcoming season.