The Royal Weekly
December 16, 2024
SCHOOL-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Gift that Costs You Nothing, But Means Everything
Last year, more than $275K of your Ohio tax dollars went to CVCA student scholarships! Please take a moment to learn more about how you can direct your tax dollars to CVCA. This is a gift that costs you nothing but means everything. Learn more HERE. Questions? Contact jharabedian@cvcaroyals.org.
Exam Week Schedule
We have nearly reached the end of our first semester! Exams will be held December 17-19. The complete schedule is available HERE.
- Students will receive instructions from their teachers on where to report for exams.
- Please make arrangements for your student(s) to leave after exams. Supervision will be available for middle school students who need to stay until 11:45 a.m.
- The Cafeteria will not be open these days, students are encouraged to bring snacks to eat during the break between exam periods.
- December 17-19 Dress Code: Students may dress in CVCA spirit wear shirts, joggers and sweatpants are permitted (no pajama pants).
STUDENT LED WORSHIP – DECEMBER 19
All students, faculty, and staff and invited to a time of student-led worship on Thursday, December 19 at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel. Join us as we celebrate Christ’s birth.
Jterm – January 6-10
High school morning, afternoon, and all-day classes – 7:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
- Morning Session: 7:50 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.
- Afternoon Session: 11:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
- All-day Session: 7:50 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
- Lunch: 10:50 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. – Students may bring lunch or purchase at school. Students are not permitted to leave campus during lunch unless accompanied by a parent who has secured permission and signed their student out.
6th Grade – Excelerate – Look for an email from the 6th grade team with specific details.
- Tuesday, January 7 – Cleveland Science Center, drop off at 7:50 a.m. We will return to CVCA by 2:45 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 8 – Rec Center, drop off at 7:50 a.m. We will return to CVCA by 12:30 p.m.
- Thursday, January 9 – Cleveland History Museum, drop off at 7:50 a.m. We will return to CVCA by 2:30 p.m.
7th Grade – Elevate at Camp Carl – Look for an email from the 7th grade team with specific details.
- Wednesday, January 8 – Students should be dropped off at Royals Fieldhouse entrance by 3:00 p.m. Registration begins at 2:30 p.m.
- Friday, January 10 – Return to school at 4:15 p.m. Pick-up will be at the front of the school.
8th Grade – Prepare to Believe – Look for an email from the 8th grade team with specific details.
- Monday, January 6 – 7:50 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. – At-school – Half-day orientation for trip
- Tuesday, January 7 – Load buses at 7:50 a.m. for trip to Dayton, Cincinnati, and Northern Kentucky
- Thursday, January 9 – Return to CVCA at 5:30 p.m. Pick up will be at the front of the school.
Talking Royals Update
The Talking Royals competed at Glenoak and Canton McKinley High Schools this past weekend. Nate Cook took first place in United States Extemporaneous Speaking and Alex Robinson took third in Humorous Interpretation
Robotics at Regionals
The CVCA Royal Technic Robotics Team competed in Colorado Springs, Colorado, last week. Composed of 43 students in grades 6-12, the team competed with a robot they designed, built, and programmed. The team competed in various categories, including robot driving, a marketing presentation, an exhibit presentation, spirit and sportsmanship, and an engineering notebook. Combined, these categories make up the overall BEST Award. CVCA placed second for the BEST Award.
The driving competition was neck and neck in the finals, with CVCA placing second after four grueling rounds. Drivers, Alex Cook (Senior), David Wedding (Sophomore), Jackson Gomez (Sophomore), Dawson Paulk (Sophomore), and Matthew Kolodey (8th Grade) did an amazing job, assisted by Elisabeth Govia (Senior), who spotted for the team.
The Marketing team of Elisabeth Govia (Senior), Jude Armstrong (Junior), Daniel Kolodey (Sophomore), Addison Jenison (Sophomore), Trinity Harpley (Sophomore), Liam Amundsen (Freshman), Will Currall (8th Grade), and Landon Amundsen (7th Grade) placed first.
Also placing first, the Team Exhibit team of Alex Cook (Senior), Evelyn Watson (Sophomore), and Charlotte Watson (6th Grade) did an amazing job. They presented in an exhibit built by Cadence Tan (Senior), Cianna Williams (Senior), Daniel Pilipchuk (Senior), Kathryn Shure (Senior), Josh Jeffries (Junior), Aniella Kubis (Junior), Addison Jenison (Sophomore), Trinity Harpley (Sophomore), Cayla Tan (Freshman), Jason Duong (8th Grade), Marianna Pilipchuk (6th Grade) and Zander Prior (6th Grade).
During the robotics season, CVCA met with an astronaut and a materials specialist from NASA who taught the students about amazing new materials used for projects on Earth and in space. The team studied the moon’s surface and developed a robot that could complete tasks and keep astronauts safer on the surface of the moon. The knowledge that the men from NASA shared helped the team achieve their goals.
SOBE DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
Check out the latest newsletter from the School of Business and Entrepreneurship HERE.
Junior Royals Basketball Night – January 17
On Friday, January 17, all Junior Royals are invited for an exciting night with Royals Varsity Basketball! Junior Royals check-in will begin at 5:00 p.m. The girls game begins at 5:30 p.m. and the boys at 7:00 p.m. All Junior Royals will receive treats and a chance to win prizes. Registration is limited to the first 100 Junior Royals. Register HERE.
Christmas Break
No School: December 20-January 3
CVCA Cafeteria Lunch Menus
Cafeteria menus and lunch program information can be found HERE. This week’s lunch menu: December 16
MIDDLE-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
HIGH-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
High School Girls Retreat – February 7-8
All high school girls are invited to an overnight retreat on February 7-8, 2025 to focus on studying God’s Word and to learn about accountability, solitude, and reprioritizing our lives around Christ and His call. The cost is $75 per person and space is limited. Register HERE. (If registration is full, you will not be able to access the form. To be added to the waiting list, email cthompson@cvcaroyals.org.)
SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COUNSELING
Second Semester Class Schedules
Student class schedules for second semester can now be viewed through the Family Portal. Students, please take a look at your schedule and if you have any questions, reach out to your grade-level school counselor.
STAY INFORMED. GET INVOLVED. SUPPORT THE MISSION.
CVCA’s Biggest Night of the Year
Accessibility has long been a foundational pillar of CVCA. Our founders were committed to keeping the costs of Christian education low and excellence high. We remain committed to this principle today and continue to foster a culture of generosity in support of these values.
Our largest fundraiser of the year happens in just 82 days. How will you take part? We encourage every family to find out more about this event and ways you can get involved HERE. To volunteer, please complete this Volunteer Form.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Learn more HERE or contact knichols@cvcaroyals.org with any questions
Corporate Matching Gifts
Does your employer offer a Matching Gift program? If you made a financial gift to CVCA or are planning to at year-end, you could perhaps double your gift through a corporate matching gift program. Ask your employer’s HR director for the proper paperwork. Email Jennifer Meybaum in the Development Office at jmeybaum@cvcaroyals.org with any questions.