CCA Newsletter November 19, 2015
Parent Teacher Conferences are Next Week!

Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for next Monday and Tuesday. The schedule has been created with all families in mind, including those with siblings at both schools, so please try to make your scheduled time. If you are unable to make the time allotted to you, please contact your child's teacher (ES) or the office (MS) to make changes. We have put together some "Steps to Take" to help you prepare for a productive meeting. 

11/23-24 - Conferences
11/25-27 - Thanksgiving Break
11/30 - Coat Drive
12/15-Christmas Program
12/18-MS Christmas Party
12/21-1/01-Christmas Break
1/04-School Resumes
1/15 - NO SCHOOL - In Service
1/18 - NO SCHOOL - MLK Day
1/21 - MS 3D Thursday
1/22 - Lion Pride!
1/26 & 1/28 - Variety Show Tryouts
2/01-05 - Spirit Week
2/05 - Homecoming
2/12 - NO SCHOOL - In Service
2/15 - NO SCHOOL - President's Day
2/18 - MS 3D Thursday
2/19 - Variety Show Rehearsals 
2/22 - Open House
2/26 - Variety Show


 CCA Coat Drive

Mrs. Ho's class is sponsoring a coat  drive!  

Watch their commercial to  learn more...


MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND INSTRUMENTS - It can be a challenge for the students to get their instruments, back packs, computers, etc. from their lockers to the bus, then off the bus again to head to band. We are asking that instruments now be dropped at the Elementary School prior to band class. The easiset way for this to occur will be during the student's PE class. They will just grab their instrument as they go out the door and onto the bus to PE (without all the backpacks/computers/etc.). Mrs. Gaston is aware of this change and will support the kids now bringing instruments over with this transition. 

SUCCESS THROUGH CHESS FOR K-6th - There is still time to join!  Unlike many "chess" programs that merely teach the basics, this comprehensive instructional program is scaffolded with beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. The goals of this program are to instruct in principles that will help the student improve in chess, as well as develop life skills that will aid the student in academics, sports, arts, and future success. All the while, a fun an exciting environment will be maintained. Sign-up thorugh the Elementary School office.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT IS COMING!  - Be sure to mark your calendars for this year's Christmas Concert! December 15th @ 6:30pm in the Crossroads Sanctuary.  You won't want to miss what the ECE and Elementary Choirs and the Elementary and Middle School bands have prepared for you!

HELP...ELEMENTARY LOST AND FOUND IS OVERFLOWING!! Parents, PLEASE come check the lost and found rack to see if any of the items belong to your student. We will be donating any unclaimed items next week! We would also ask that you please mark your student's name in their clothing, especially coats, which get left on the playground daily. Thank you!

DOES YOUR STUDENT NEED HELP WITH MATH? We've got a solution for you! Mr. Smith, our Middle School math teacher is offering after school tutoring. Please contact him for available dates/times.
Give Thanks to the Lord for He is good; His love endures forever. 1 Chronicles 16:34
SERVICE HOURS
  
Service hours are due at the end of each trimester. Use this Service Hours Form to record your hours or follow these instructions for recording through RenWeb.
CCA Films Presents...

2015 Volleyball Highlights
2015 Volleyball Highlights

Reminder ....
As the Holiday season approaches, please do not keep any valuables in your car, even if you are just running in to drop off your child.
 
Parents - are you aware that we have an awesome resource for practice/game schedules and locations? Click on our Athletic Calendar for up-to-the-minute details. Everything you need to know is right there - it will even link to your map program and give you directions! And, if you subscribe, you will be alerted via text or email whenever there are any changes!
 
  VARSITY BASKETBALL
 Practice daily  
Boy's - 3:30 to 5pm
Girl's - 4 to 5:30pm (except Wednesdays = 3:30 to 5pm)

Registration, waiver, and sports physical due BEFORE athlete may practice.
Where's Hoffo?

A new fun activity you can do with your child at home! Mr. Hoff took a picture with each elementary class. Can your child find where Mr. Hoff is hiding in each picture? The answer key is at end. Have fun!
 
Health & Wellness
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Each month the Wellness Committee puts together great information for the general good health 
for the kids of CCA. This month we are talking about sleep.... 

Let's Talk Sleep
The amount of sleep needed changes throughout your life. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute general recommendation is:   read more...
Our Point of Service lunch system, Mealtime, makes it much easier to track, pay for, and order lunches for all students! This link will give you helpful instructions to set up and use your account.
 
 RenWeb Sign-on Procedures

Click here to get started.
 From the "LOGINS" pull-down menu at the top right, choose "ParentsWeb". Our school ID is:
CCS-WA
If you ever have any questions or trouble
 with RenWeb, please let us know.
We are here to help!
Box Tops & Campbells Labels

Did you know that CCA earns money for each and every Box Top & Campbells label you turn in? This money has been used for much needed items from PE Equipment to Art Supplies. As an added incentive, we have quarterly contests to see which class can bring in the most! If you have any questions, please contact the PTF.
Effortless Fundraising

CCA has partnered with Fred Meyer and AmazonSmile in an opportunity to raise money. For Fred Meyer customers, it is as easy as linking your rewards card. For Amazon.com shoppers, all of the same products, prices, and service you are accustomed to are accessible through AmazonSmile, which donates 0.5% of each purchase to CCA. By taking a few simple steps you may aide in the raising of funds. For more information about the necessary steps, see our flyer.
Helpful Document Links
 
For more information, please contact:

Early Childhood                     360.256.9714
Elementary Campus              360.256.9715
Middle School Campus        360.896.0781

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Elementary School Address: 7708 NE 78th St, #100, Vancouver, WA 98662
Middle School Address: 8803 NE 76th St, Vancouver, WA 98662