February 17, 2017 Mr. Messer's Message FEBRUARY 24 February 24 is the final day to contribute to the Legacy Fund as part of our parent challenge. T
February 17, 2017
Mr. Messer's Message
FEBRUARY 24
February 24 is the final day to contribute to the Legacy Fund as part of our parent challenge. The Legacy Fund will remain open until May 31. We are challenging all our parents to make a contribution of any size and in return for 70% participation from our parents, all CHCA students will receive an extra day off from school on April 17th. This is the Monday following our regularly scheduled Spring Break holiday week. In addition, if 80% of parents in any particular grade contribute, we will host an ice cream party for that grade.
The Legacy Fund has provided funds which have helped with the replacing of flooring in five classrooms on the West Campus, completing the process of placing LCD projectors in each classroom, and updating of the landscaping on both campuses. We are hoping to raise additional funds which will help complete several projects on our campuses. Among these projects are upgrades to the technology infrastructure on the Church Campus, tables for science labs, and improvements to the playground on the Church Campus.
The Legacy Fund was created to provide the additional resources necessary to provide a Christ-Centered, Academically Challenging education for our families. Independent schools rely on philanthropy as tuition alone cannot provide the experiences we desire for our students. The Legacy Fund not only helps us continue our tradition of small classes, outstanding extra-curricular activities, and strong spiritual development, but also helps us make improvements to our facilities. EVERY GIFT MATTERS! We have received gifts ranging from $5.00 to $5,000 this year and together these gifts allow Cottage Hill Christian Academy to further our mission of helping each student reach their God-given potential. Our goal is 100% participation from all stakeholders including current parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, and alumni. By giving to the LEGACY FUND you can be a part of something special here at CHCA!
Cottage Hill Christian Academy will be closed February 27th-March 3rd for Seasonal Break. Holiday care will be available for K2-K5 on March 2nd and 3rd. The EEC will also be open on March 2nd and 3rd.
Holiday Care Reservation Form
CHCA Athletic Hall of Fame
Cottage Hill Christian Academy is pleased to announce the establishment of an Athletic Hall of Fame. The purpose of the CHCA Athletic Hall of Fame is to recognize and honor former Warrior athletes, coaches, administrators and supporters who excelled in their respective sports or coaching/support roles and who helped to bring honor, recognition, distinction and excellence to Cottage Hill Christian Academy by their conduct both on and off the field and or court of competition. This recognition will help maintain the spirit, pride and sense of community as well as serving as a historical account of the great athletic traditions of CHCA. We are grateful to The First Bank, who will be partnering with us as our sponsor for this event.
For more information or to nominate someone for this prestigious honor see the forms below.
CHCA Hall of Fame Information CHCA Hall of Fame Nomination Form
CHCA Focus Groups
CHCA will be hosting consultants Dr. Pat Taylor and Tom Johnson on campus Monday, March 6 and Tuesday, March 7. During their visit they will spend time with focus groups comprised of parents, teachers, students and administrators. During these focus groups they will be gathering information which will assist the school in putting together a five-year strategic plan. Your input is important to us and we look forward to hearing your ideas. The consultants would like to keep the size of the focus groups to a maximum of 12 people per session with the option of two groups per time slot. If you are available during your designated time, please reserve your space by emailing the administrator listed next to the session you would like to attend. Please respond by noon on Wednesday, February 22.
Monday, March 6
Elementary School Parents, 8:00-8:45 a.m. in Junior High Space, contact sandefurj@chbss.org
Middle School Parents, 9:00-9:45 a.m. in Junior High Space, contact sandefurj@chbss.org
Tuesday, March 7
High School Parents, 8:15-9:00 a.m. in West Campus Conference Room, contact eastl@chbss.org
District Science Fair Winner
Congratulations to Kylie Lindsey for placing at the District Science Fair competition with her project, Preventing Erosion. She will now advance to the state fair that will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2017. We are proud of everyone who competed at the school and district levels.
Box Tops For Education
The PTF is collecting Box Tops and Labels for Education NOW through February 24th!
The class with the most Box Tops and Labels for Education turned in will receive a special prize.
Please turn box tops in to classroom teachers or to the offices on either campus. Thank you for supporting this great campaign to earn CHCA additional funds for classroom needs!
S is for Slime
K3 and 7th grade buddies enjoyed making slime this week in the middle school science lab. K3 students were learning about all things “Ss” this week, so “Slime” in the Science Lab it was.
Congratulations Seniors
Congratulations to the following students who have received scholarships for recognition of academic achievements and leadership skills: We are proud of our Warriors!
Taylor Card, Drury University -$20,000
Jacob Bunch, USA -$1,500
Nicole Capps, Barry University -$68,000
Joshua Rodgers, Spring Hill College- $112,000; USA-$20,000; UAB- $11,000
Light Up the Hill Silent Auction
Save the Date
Event: Light Up the Hill Silent Auction
Date: Friday, March 24th
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Location: CHCA High School Atrium
Mark your calendars! The CHCA annual Light Up the Hill Silent Auction will be held on Friday, March 24, 2017. There will be a wide range of items from restaurant gift cards, to full sets of braces, and a table with seating for 8 for the upcoming production of The Lion King, Jr, donated by CHCA Fine Arts department. The night ends with a drawing for FREE tuition for one year.
tickets are available on our Warrior Club Square store:
https://squareup.com/market/chca-warrior-club
National Honor Society Induction
The induction ceremony for new members of the National Honor Society and the National Junior Honor Society was held at Cottage Hill Baptist Church on Thursday, February 16, 2017. Twenty-seven new members were inducted in the NHS and twelve were inducted into the NJHS. Parents, relatives, and friends celebrated the accomplishments of newly inducted members. A reception for the inductees and their families followed in the Atrium.
Lion King Jr. Production
The CHCA Lion King Jr. Broadway dinner production is coming to CHCA. Tickets will be on sale soon. Performances are scheduled for the evening of Thursday, April 27th, Friday, April 28th, and three performances on Saturday, April 29th.
The Solid Rock Jazz Band will serenade you as you dine on a fabulous meal catered by Tyner's Catering, Creative Catering, or Meat Boss, depending on which show time you choose. Adult tickets are $20, student tickets are $15, or a Premiere Table with seating for eight is $240.
Make plans to attend.
It is Time to Re-Enroll
Re-Enrollment Information
The 2017-2018 re-enrollment information was sent home recently and is also attached below. The re-enrollment fee will go up to $450 per child after March 17th. SMART Tuition will once again provide our online tuition management. Everyone will also need to re-enroll in SMART Tuition for the 2017-2018 school year.
2/17/2017 - Friday
•Tennis @ TR Miller
•Soccer @ Southern Shootout
2/18/2017 - Saturday
•Soccer @ Southern Shootout
2/20/2017 - Monday
•Tennis @ CHP vs UMS-Wright
•JV Baseball @ Matthews Park vs Davidson - 4:00
•Varsity Softball @ Foley - 5:00
•Middle School Soccer @ Bayside - 6:00
2/21/2017 - Tuesday
•Golf @ Citronelle
•JV Baseball @ Home vs JU Blacksher - 4:00
•VG Soccer @ St. Luke's - 4:00p.m.
•V Baseball vs JU Blacksher - 6:00
•Softball @ Home
•Varsity Softball vs St. Paul's - 5:30
2/22/2017 - Wednesday
•Health Fair
•Middle School Soccer @ Saraland - 4:00
2/23/2017 - Thursday
•8th Grade Shadow Day @ High School
•Tennis @ CHP vs. St. Luke's
•VB Golf @ Springhill
•Varsity Softball vs UMS - 5:30
•JVBB @ Matthews Park vs Faith - 6:00
2/24/2017 - Friday
•Legacy Fund Deadline for Extra Day off
•Band to MGM for District AISA Festival
•Middle School Baseball vs Scarborough (DH)-3:30
•Softball @ Robertsdale
•VB Cain Cup Classic Soccer
•V Baseball @ Perry Central, MS - 5:00 (DH)
2/25/2017 - Saturday
•Soccer @ Cain Cup Classic
•Softball @ Robertsdale
•Youth Scccer Games @ CHP
February 27- March 3rd - Mid Winter Break
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
