The Royal Weekly
October 7, 2024
SCHOOL-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Every Gift is Needed
Your gift during CVCA October Giving will have an immediate impact on your student as it will go directly to the CVCA education and experience not covered by tuition. We need every CVCA family to fill the gap to help keep CVCA as accessible as possible for families seeking Christian education. Your gifts directly impact mission excellence in programming, instruction, and opportunities for our students to grow academically and spiritually. Your gift is needed. Every Family. Every Gift. Give today!
Applications for new students for the 2025-2026 school year
Current CVCA students DO NOT need to reapply for next year due to Continuous Re-enrollment. CVCA families who will be adding a new student for the 2025-2026 school year can now apply on the Admissions Page. Due to anticipated high enrollment, we encourage you to apply now to secure your place in the admissions process!
Jazz Band Open to All Students
All students are invited to audition for our new Jazz Band. The following instruments are needed: pianist, guitar (acoustic or electric), bass (guitar or upright), drum set, alto sax, tenor sax, bari sax, trumpet, and trombone. Multiple positions are open for each. Do you play an instrument that’s not listed? A small audition is required (play a recent piece of music you have worked on). Auditions must be scheduled and completed by October 10. Email Mr. Hubbell at chubbell@cvcaroyals.org
Testing and Early Release for HIgh Schoolers – October 10
On Thursday, October 10, students in grades 9-11 will have testing. Seniors will have a class meeting, and middle schoolers will not have school. Please see the details below…
On Thursday, October 10, digital PSAT testing will be administered to tenth and eleventh-grade students. Students who are testing that day will arrive at the regular school start time and head promptly to their assigned testing rooms (based on lists posted around the building). Each student’s Chromebook should be fully charged to last for the whole digital test. PSAT tests should be completed by 11:30 a.m. for students being picked up from school that morning.
Ninth-grade students will also arrive at the regular start time and make their way to their assigned YouScience testing rooms with Chromebooks fully charged. YouScience testing will be complete by 10:20 a.m., and ninth graders may be picked up at the Learning Commons school entrance anytime after 10:20 a.m.
All students waiting for rides after PSAT and YouScience testing are complete will report to the Learning Commons following their testing sessions.
Twelfth-grade students will report to school by 9:00 a.m. and head to the Rasnick Center for some important announcements and senior functions. Seniors will be released around 10:15 a.m.
Sixth, seventh, and eighth graders do not need to report to school on Thursday, October 10.
Hearing and Vision Screenings Coming Soon
As required by the State of Ohio, Hearing and Vision Screening will be conducted for our 7th, 9th, and 11th grade students during the school day. If your student wears glasses or contacts, we urge the student to have them on during the screening. Please inform the Health Clinic at healthclinic@cvcaroyals.org if you have any concerns or conditions you want us to know about before screening. Please make every effort to attend school on these days:
- 7th Grade (Hearing, Vision, and Posture): October 21, with Make-up/Re-do on October 28
- 9th Grade (Hearing and Vision): October 29, with Make-up/Re-do on November 5
- 11th Grade (Hearing and Vision): October 25, with Make-up/Re-do on November 1
Grandparent Opportunities
Did you know that we have a Grandparents Club and Grandparents Newsletter in addition to Grandparents Days in November? We want to make sure that all of our students’ grandparents have the opportunity to participate in all we have to offer. If you did not include your grandparent information in your enrollment information, but want to provide it now, please email jmeybaum@cvcaroyals.org.
SOBE NEWSLETTER
Check out the latest newsletter from the School of Business and Entrepreneurship HERE.
Mother/Son Breakfast – November 7
Our CVCA Administration and Student Ministry Team are thrilled to invite our moms and their sons to share a special time of connection and breakfast together on Thursday, November 7. The event will be held in the Rasnick Center at 7:30 a.m. and cost $5 per person. Register HERE.
Student Service Hours
CVCA students have logged more than 40,000 volunteer hours in their Bible Service classes so far this school year! Here are some examples of ways students are impacting their communities: finish line set-up for the Akron Marathon, children’s church helpers, mission trips, ability inclusion services, therapeutic horse therapy, special olympics, disaster relief, hospital and nursing home volunteers, youth ministry sports coaches, tutoring, CVCA camps/ retreats, and food distribution. The due date for 16 minimum service hours in May 10, 2025. If you have questions, check out the information section of your student’s CVCA Bible Service class in Canvas.
Talking Royals Speech and Debate Team
Are you interested in joining the Talking Royals Speech and Debate Team? Even if you missed the informational meeting, you can still join us. Email Mr. Paisley (tpaisley@cvcaroyals.org) or show up in Room 130 on Thursdays for a whole-team practice. Open to boys and girls in all grades.
LATE START DAYS
Late Start Days (9:22 a.m.): October 9, 16, 23, 30
Fall Break (No School) – October 11-14
CVCA Cafeteria Lunch Menus
Cafeteria menus and lunch program information can be found HERE. This month’s lunch menus:
MIDDLE-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
No School For Grades 6-8 – October 10
On Thursday, October 10, students in grades 6-8 will not have school due to testing for high school students.
7th Grade Students at Fall Fest
More than 160 seventh grade students enjoyed the annual Fall Fest service project on October 4th. Some students helped park rangers tackle invasive plants that have taken over areas of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Others served as mentors for Kindergarten students during a CVCA-sponsored fall festival at nearby Christian elementary schools. Mentors enjoyed a scavenger hunt, craft, Bible story and reading activity with their little buddies.
Important dates for middle school basketball
Please note these important dates for participation in Middle School Basketball. More information to come soon. Make sure you are registered in FinalForms to receive further communication.
- 6th Grade Girls: Try-outs October 29 & 31, 5:00 p.m. in Royals Fieldhouse
- 6th Grade Boys: Try-outs October 31 & November 1, 5:00 p.m. in Royals Fieldhouse
- 7th & 8th Grade Girls: Try-outs start October 28, 3:00 p.m. in Royals Fieldhouse
- 7th & 8th Grade Boys: Try-outs start November 4, 3:00 p.m. in Royals Fieldhouse
HIGH-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
SOBE MICROGRANT PROGRAM
All high school students who want to grow their existing business or start their own business are encouraged to learn more about the SOBE MicroGrant program. Read all about it HERE.
Senior Reminders
Senior Checklist: This year’s Senior Checklist for the Class of 2025 is now available on the Seniors Page. Please take the time to review this important information.
Yearbook Baby Ads: Seniors and families, watch your inbox for details about how to place your Baby Ads, the well-loved tradition created just to honor and recognize our special Seniors. Get started on your Baby Ad HERE.
SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COUNSELING
ACT Test Prep Classes at CVCA
ACT test preparation is available at CVCA through our test prep partner, PATHworks! Students attend all three classes on October 15, 16, 17 or February 25, 26, 27 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sessions include:
- First Class: Full practice test and score with feedback
- Second Class: GROUNDWork, English, and Math sections
- Third Class: Action Planning, Reading, and Science sections
The cost is $355 for all three classes. Register HERE. Questions may be directed to the class instructor, Patricia Smoot-Wicks, at patricia@pathworksohio.com or 330-861-4973.
- 2024 ACT Test Dates: October 26, December 14,
- 2025 ACT Test Dates: February 8, March 11 (at CVCA for juniors), April 5, June 14, July 12
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. The following schools will be visiting CVCA soon. Stop and see them during your lunch time.
- October 8 – Xavier University, The University of Akron, Hiram College
- October 9 – Otterbein University (10:30 a.m.), Penn State University (10:30 a.m.), Valaparaiso University
- October 15 – St. Bonaventure University
- October 16 – Alma College
- October 17 – Baldwin Wallace
- October 22 – Allegheny College & Gannon University
- November 7 –Lynn University
Local College Fairs
Check out these college fairs coming to our area:
Northeast Ohio Suburban College Fair – Thursday, October 10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
- John Carroll University Dolan Science Center (1 John Carroll Blvd., University Heights, OH 44118)
- Open to all students/families.
- Register HERE. (Select Ohio as the state and then under “What Event Are You Attending?” choose Northeast Ohio Suburban College Fair at John Carroll University.)
- Bring your bar code with you on the day of the fair.
Destination HBCU College Fair – Saturday, November 23, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Warrensville Heights High School (4720 Northfield Road Warrensville Heights, OH 44129
- Open to all students/families
- Register HERE (Select “Students” and choose “Destination HBCU College Fair.”
- Bring your bar code with you on the day of the fair.
STAY INFORMED. GET INVOLVED. SUPPORT THE MISSION.
Moms in Prayer
Moms in Prayer is a great way to connect with other CVCA moms, pray for our school and community, and get engaged with the school in a deeper way. Moms in Prayer meets weekly from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. They will meet at the Tennis Pavilion while the weather is good. Please park at the tennis court lot. Whether you can participate one time, once a month, or every week, you are welcome. For those who can’t meet in person at that time, you can receive a weekly email to pray from home. Email momsinprayer@cvcaroyals.org for more information or to join the weekly email group.
ATHLETICS UPDATES
Senior Sports Nights
The fall sports programs have scheduled their Senior Night for the class of 2025. Please join us to celebrate our fall senior athletes.
- Girls Soccer: Monday, October 7 – 6:30 p.m. at Royals Stadium (CVCA vs. Marlington)
- Boys Soccer: Tuesday, October 8 – 6:30 p.m. at Royals Stadium (CVCA vs. Elyria Catholic)
- Volleyball: Thursday, October 10 – 6:00 p.m. in Tim Beyerle Memorial Gymnasium (CVCA vs. STVM)
- Football, Cheer, and Band: Friday, October 25, 6:30 p.m. at Royals Stadium (CVCA vs. Manchester)
BSN Sideline Store
Did you know that CVCA spirit wear is always available via our BSN Sideline Store? The store offers exclusive access to top-selling, personalized, school spirit wear from iconic brands, like Nike, Under Armour, Carhartt, TravisMathew, lululemon and more. Visit our store and sign up for the email list to receive 20% OFF your first order! Check out the store HERE.
Football Game Themes
Dress up and join the fun to cheer on the Royals! 2024 Football Game Student Section Themes:
- October 11 at Northwest – Decades
- October 18 vs. Orrville – Pink Out
- October 25 vs. Manchester – Neon
Eat Wings, Raise Funds – October 21
CVCA Athletics is excited to announce an “Eat Wings, Raise Funds” night on October 21 from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Buffalo Wild Wings in Cuyahoga Falls (3001 State Road). BWW will donate 15% of both dine-in and takeout food sales when an event ticket is presented. Gather your squad and plan to support the Royals. Remember to physically or digitally show your server the event ticket to be included in the fundraiser. Print your tickets HERE.
Winter Sports Registration
Winter Sports are right around the corner. Be sure you have registered in FinalForms if you plan to participate in a winter sport this year. Now is the time to check your sport registration, complete your pre-participation paperwork, and submit a current sports physical. Visit cvca-oh.finalforms.com to access your account. Contact Ben Miller at bmiller@cvcaroyals.org with any questions.