The Royal Weekly
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
SCHOOL-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Community of Generosity Drives Our Mission
Gracious donors inside and outside our walls see the value, benefit, and, more importantly, the impact of CVCA on the trajectory of each student, their family, future vocation, and their community. God is doing great work through CVCA, and He continues to use your gifts to help fund the needs of our students, families, and teachers. Please join us in praying for our community as we get closer to our October Month of Giving.
Our Prayer: Father God, guide us to be faithful stewards of the resources You’ve entrusted to us, for we know that all we’ve been blessed with is ultimately Yours. Let our generosity reflect Your own, showing the world Your boundless love and grace. Help us to be boldly counterculture and embody true generosity as those who follow Christ. Teach us to give selflessly and sacrificially, and may our community continue to be a living example of generosity and joy, inspiring others through our actions and reflecting Your endless grace.
Early Access Application for NEw Students
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 through the Early Access Application recently sent to you via email. Admissions season begins for the general public on October 1. Due to anticipated high enrollment, we encourage you to apply now to secure your place in the admissions process!
2024-2025 Chapel Banner
Every year, we choose a book of the Bible to study in chapel, and that becomes our banner for the year. In the Old Testeament, a banner something to rally people under. So even though CVCA students and faculty attend many different churches, live in different cities, and come from different backgrounds, ultimately, the banner we rally under is Jesus. We are united because of Him. This year, we are studying the book of Exodus with the banner “That You May Know.” Exodus 29:46 encapsulates this banner well: “And they shall know that I am the Lord their God, who brought them out of the land of Egypt that I might dwell among them. I am the Lord their God.” In this verse, we learn the three-fold purpose for the things God accomplished in delivering His people:
- Who He Is (Lord their God)
- What He Has Done (brought them out of Egypt)
- Why He’s Done It (that I might dwell among them).
We want our students to gain more than head knowledge about Old Testament stories. We pray that through studying Exodus, we will all experience Him more closely and see that, in many ways, the Israelites’ redemption is also our story.
Wednesday Morning Worship– October 2
All students are invited to join faculty, staff, and their peers on Wednesday, October 2 at 7:50 a.m. in the Chapel. We will worship together, focus on the Gospel, and pray for each other.
Yearbook Distribution
Yearbook Distribution is on October 2 from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. in the Fieldhouse. Yearbooks are included as part of tuition and are available without any additional cost to students that attended CVCA during the 2023-2024 school year. Alumni will be able to pick up their books the following week at the Welcome Center.
Parent/Student Breakfasts
Our CVCA Administration and Student Ministry Team are thrilled to invite our students and their parents to share a special time of connection and breakfast together. The events will be held in the Rasnick Center at 7:30 a.m. and cost $5 per person.
Holy Smokes BBQ Tailgate Party – October 3
All CVCA families are invited to the Holy Smokes BBQ tailgate Party (hosted by Douglass House and sponsored by Duma Meats) on Thursday, October 3. Tickets are $6 each and includes a sandwich, coleslaw, chips, drink, cookie, and ticket to the Lady Royals Volleyball game. Purchase tickets HERE. Proceeds benefit the Homecoming Outreach Project, which will be announced soon.
Spirit Week – September 30-October 4
Spirit Week will be here soon, so start planning your costumes! This year’s daily themes are below. Have fun!
- Monday, September 30 – Anything But A Backpack Day
- Tuesday, October 1 – Disney Day
- Wednesday, October 2 – TWINS DAY
- Thursday, October 3 – Favorite Sports Team Day
- Friday, October 4 – CLASS COLOR DAY
- Seniors: Bright Pink
- Juniors: Lime Green
- Sophomores: Purple
- Freshmen: Orange
- 8th Grade: Turquoise
- 7th Grade: Yellow
- 6th Grade: Red
Note: No Shorts, Jeans, leggings, or spandex. Please refer to the CVCA Student/Parent Handbook for guidelines.
ILab Updates
CVCA’s new iLAB recently held its first competition, encouraging students to create a fictional podcast intro. Congratulations to Zach Flaker, who won for his “Country Music Podcast” intro.
Students who wish to learn about 3D printing are invited to the iLAB on Friday, September 27, during Lunch A and B. Mr. Wyatt Hartman will share about his work at the Parker Hannifin Technology Center and discuss various kinds of 3D printing and their applications. Check out some prints from a pro and learn about additive manufacturing. Each session will be followed by Q&A, and a few lucky guests will get to take home a sample!
Reporting Absences and Early/Late Arrivals
Any time a student needs to leave early or arrive late to school for any reason (doctor’s appointment, etc.), a parent should report it in the Safe Arrival app.
LATE START DAYS
Classes will begin at 9:22 a.m. on the following late start days: September 25 and October 2, 3, 9, 16, 23, 30
CVCA Cafeteria Lunch Menus
Cafeteria menus and lunch program information can be found HERE. This month’s lunch menus:
MIDDLE-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Middle School Talking Royals Meeting – September 26
The Talking Royals Speech and Debate Team is launching a middle school squad this year. All interested middle school students should plan to attend an Informational Meeting during lunch on Thursday, September 26 in Room 141 (Choir Room).
HIGH-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
High School Jterm registration has begun!
Yesterday, all high school families received an email about registering for Jterm. Please note that the registration link will close at the end of the day on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Payment is due at registration.
All high school students should be enrolled in one of the following options for Jterm:
- All-day class
- Morning and afternoon class session – creating a full day experience
- Career Experience Opportunity (grades 9-12)
- Trip
Parking Passes
All student drivers parking on campus are required to register their vehicle with the school and purchase a parking tag. Students who have not yet purchased a parking pass need to do so before October 1. You can purchase a tag here HERE. As a reminder, students are not permitted to park in the spaces marked “Visitor” as those are reserved for our guests.
Speech and Debate Meeting – September 25
Have you considered joining the Talking Royals Speech and Debate Team? All interested high school students should plan to attend an Information Meeting on Wednesday, September 25 in Room 90 during lunches 5A and 5B.
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 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.
Homecoming Dance – October 5
This year’s Homecoming Dance will be on Saturday, October 5, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. in CVCA’s Gym and Rasnick Center. All sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to attend. Tickets are for sale in the Welcome Center area during lunches. A parent-signed Homecoming Waiver is required to purchase tickets. Please review CVCA’s Formal Dress Guidelines.
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 represented at CVCA in September:
- Seton Hill – September 24 at 9:00 a.m.
- John Carroll University – September 27 during both lunches (Stop and say “Hi” to CVCA alum Grace (Lile) Perella!)
- The University of Toledo – October 1 during both lunches
- Youngstown State – October 1 during both lunches
- Valparaiso University – October 9 – Come learn what Valparaiso during both lunches
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.
Volunteers Needed for Homecoming
We are excited about the upcoming Homecoming Dance and need your help to make it a success! We are looking for volunteers to assist with various tasks such as making decorations, selling tickets during school hours, donating cookies, and helping with the setup and cleanup for the dance. If you’re able to lend a hand, please sign up HERE.
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
Swim and Dive Team Information Meeting – September 27
Students interested in joining the high school Swimming and Diving Team should attend an Informational Meeting on Friday, September 27 during both lunch periods in the gym.
Booster Club Golf Outing – September 28
The CVCA Booster Club invites you to its 10th Annual Golf Outing on Saturday, September 28 at Fox Den Golf Course in Stow. The event costs just $100 per golfer ($400 per foursome). Various sponsorship levels are also are available. We hope you will join us for a great day of golf in support of CVCA Athletics. Details and Registration are available HERE.
Pink Out Football Game Tshirts – Order by october 1
On Friday, October 18, CVCA will host Orrville in the annual Pink Out Football game. On this night, the CVCA community will come together to “Tackle Cancer.” CVCA students, families, and friends are encouraged to support the cause by purchasing and wearing Pink Out shirts. Shirts can be ordered HERE. Order by October 1 to have your shirt for the game.
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)
Football Game Themes
Dress up and join the fun to cheer on the Royals! 2024 Football Game Student Section Themes:
- September 27 at Triway – Camo
- October 4 vs. Fairless – Jerseys
- October 11 at Northwest – Decades
- October 18 vs. Orrville – Pink Out
- October 25 vs. Manchester – Neon
