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Covenant Christian Academy Summer Business Hours:
Monday–Thursday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
The Official School Calendar can be found on our website. To automatically have school events added to your personal online calendar, click the green “Subscribe” button at the bottom of the page! Check back weekly for date change notifications.
THIS WEEK:
Enjoy your summer break!
COMING UP:
July 1st – July 5th: All CCA Administrative Offices are closed – all messages will be returned after the recess.
Summer sessions (see Grammar School and Upper School Summer offerings below)
SAVE THE DATES:
Back to School Ice Cream Social:
Grammar School: Wednesday, August 28th, 3:00–5:00 pm
Upper School: Thursday, August 29th, 3:00–5:00 pm
First Day of School:
Upper School: Tuesday, September 3rd, 8:00–11:45 am
Grammar School: Wednesday, September 4th, 8:15 am–2:55 pm
All School Chapel:
Wednesday, September 4th, 8:15 am
USLR Outing Day in NH:
Friday, September 6th, 8:00 am (arrive back at CCA at 5:15 pm)
GS Grandparents & Special Friends Day:
Friday, October 11th, 8:30 am
Homecoming Weekend:
Friday, October 18th–Saturday, October 19th
The first 2024-2025 school year issue of the Current will be sent in late August.
2024-25 School One page calendar.
Back-to-School Supply Shopping Made Easy
Online Sale Ends June 16th!
CCA is once again partnering with Educational Products, Inc. (EPI) for our school supply program to help you save time and money on back-to-school shopping. EPI has been the #1 provider of school supply packs for over 40 years. Plan to order your EPI pack today by clicking here and using school code: CON282. Supplies will be delivered directly to your child’s classroom and ready when they arrive on the first day of school.
Gear Up for Success: Your Guide to Preparing for Next School Year
It’s hard to believe that summer break has just begun and we are already preparing for the return to school in the fall! You can find all the info for summer offerings, summer academic work, and what you’ll need to start next school year strong on our Back-to-School webpage.
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Apply to Become a PE Teacher at Covenant, Where Faith and Fitness Meet!Do you (or someone you know) have a strong background in athletics? Are you able to relate to kids? Are you passionate about promoting physical fitness, health, and overall well-being among students while incorporating Christian values and principles? Covenant is seeking a Physical Education Teacher for grades PreK through 8. Check out the full job description here and apply today! |
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Join the Dynamic Team at CCA as a Part-Time Main Office Manager!
The main office manager is the key point of contact for parents and guests and sets the tone for a positive experience with the school by radiating friendliness, clarity, and professionalism. If you’ve ever desired to be the welcoming face of our school, this part-time opportunity is perfect for you! Click here to apply today. |
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CCA Parents and Guardians: We Want Your Feedback!
We welcome your feedback on our parent survey. Thank you in advance for taking the time to provide your perspective. Your constructive and honest feedback is important and each of you has a voice in shaping the future of CCA!
All responses are anonymous. The survey should take no more than 15-20 minutes of your time, depending on the number of children enrolled. Please take advantage of this opportunity to participate–the survey closes on July 1st.
Click here for the Parent Survey. |
Faculty Lake Day: Celebrating Another Successful School Year
All Covenant Faculty and Staff got together on Monday to commemorate the conclusion of another successful school year, gathering for a day of lakeside enjoyment filled with water sports, friendly yard games, fellowship, and a delectable BBQ lunch. Amidst the festivities, they took a moment to honor significant milestone anniversaries and commend individuals who embody our faculty’s core values, as acknowledged by their colleagues’ votes.
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Faculty Core Values Awards: Humility: Rita Detwiler Integrity: Andrew Hoover & Kim Russell Collaboration: Sharon Covell & Ashley Valletta Adaptability: Tracy Bennett & Laura Clifford Excellence: Michelle Perrotta |
Anniversary Milestones: Andrea Bergstrom (20 years) Kristy Fitzgerald (15 years) Brittany Larsen (15 years) Laura Pawlyk (15 years) Christen Ashley (5 years) Laura Clifford (5 years) Jon Michael Naso (5 years) |
The Grammar School faculty also gathered together today at Mrs. Santos’ house to celebrate two new faculty babies (Mrs. Valletta and Mrs. Larsen), to honor faculty who are moving on next year (Mr. Naso, Mrs. Pawlyk, and Mrs. Larson), and to conclude the end of an exceptional year in prayer and fellowship together.
Congratulations to all of our award winners, anniversary milestones, new moms, and those who are moving on. We appreciate the work you do to serve our community well. Special thanks to all CCA faculty and staff for the time, effort, love, and care they pour into our students and school all year long. We love and appreciate all of you.
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Portuguese Heritage Language Class
The Portuguese Heritage Language Class taught by Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Fran DeOliveira, had their end-of-year celebration last week. This workshop is offered to CCA students of Brazilian heritage who seek to fully embrace their native language in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
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Dig In and Grow Together: Join the Classical Roots Summer Program for Gardening Fun!Fridays During the Summer | 10:00 am–12:00 pm | CCA Vegetable Garden and Orchard
There are still opportunities available for families who want to get their hands dirty this summer! Sign up for a day here.
Please direct any questions about this program to Alex Miller at alex.miller@ccamail.org. |
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Classical Roots Weekly Blog: The Send-Off
Click here to read this week’s blog post, The Send-Off, and to subscribe to the Taproots Substack.
If you are interested in learning more about this program or getting involved, please contact Alex Miller at alex.miller@ccamail.org. |
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Summer Reminders From The CCA Health OfficeMedication Pick-Up: If your child had medications stored at school that you forgot to pick up on their final day, they will be held until Friday, June 14th. Please call the main office at 978-535-7100 to schedule medication pick-up. A parent/guardian signature will be required at pick-up. Any medications left at school after that point will be discarded per school policy.
Physical Exams: Updated physical exams are required by the state for students every 3 years, and annually for students who participate in athletics. They are also required annually for students with a life-threatening allergy, or asthma, those with ongoing medical conditions, and for students who require medication administration in school. If your child has a physical exam over the summer, please remember to upload it to your Magnus account.
Vaccinations: Additionally, there are state vaccine requirements for students within a certain grade, for which the school completes a required survey annually. If your child is entering Pre-K, Kindergarten, 7th, or 12th grade in the fall, please be sure to discuss vaccinations with your child’s pediatrician to make sure they meet the requirements. For those who have a medical or religious exemption for immunizations, it needs to be renewed annually and submitted through Magnus.
Magnus Health: Beginning August 1st, all families will be required to log into their Magnus accounts to confirm and update student health information for the 2024-2025 school year. This includes providing annual permissions for over-the-counter medications at school and submitting action plans for students with life-threatening allergies or asthma. Please watch for updates and reminders emailed from the CCA health office during the summer months.
If you have any questions, please email me at school.nurse@ccamail.org. Be safe, stay healthy, and have a wonderful summer! |
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Summer Scholars: Enrichment Programs for Every Age
Join CCA faculty for a summer of growth and fun with a diverse range of educational programs tailored to every grade level. Whether your child is gearing up for fourth grade or just starting their educational journey, we have something for everyone. |
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Playgroup: PreSchool and Pre-K students
Tuesday, August 13th & Thursday, August 15th | 9:00am-11:00am | $40 per day
Give your little one a head start in socialization by meeting their peers with interactive play and activities in a welcoming environment. Click here to learn more. Click here to register. -
Tutoring: For rising grades 1–6 students
Begins week of June 17th | Flexible hours | $50/hour
Personalized tutoring sessions that are designed to reinforce academic concepts and boost confidence across various grade levels. Click here. -
Summer Music Lessons: For rising grades 1–6 students
Runs throughout summer | $28 per 30-minute lesson
If you are interested in taking summer lessons, please click on this link to fill out the online form (please do this even if you have previously communicated with either Mrs. Coleman or your instructor). There are many options for lessons – weekly, bi-weekly, or even sporadically throughout the summer to keep skills fresh. The following lessons are available: Piano, Voice, Guitar/Bass/Ukulele, Flute, Clarinet, Alto Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium, and Drums. -
Orton-Gillingham Tutoring: For rising grades 2–6 students
Begins week of June 17th | Flexible hours | $60 per 30-minute session
Orton-Gillingham is an approach to phonics that compliments the CCA curriculum. These tutoring hours are reserved for students who are not meeting year-end literacy benchmarks. Research has shown that students who receive remedial tutoring can avoid the summer slide. Click here. -
3rd Grade Bootcamp: For rising grade 3 students
Monday, August 12th – Thursday, August 15th | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | $275 for 4 full days (see flyer for session pricing breakdown)
Get your child ready to excel in the approaching school year with our intensive bootcamp focusing on reviewing second-grade math, reading, and writing skills. Click here. -
4th Grade Bootcamp: For rising grade 4 students
Tuesday, August 13th – Thursday, August 15th | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | $275 for 3 full days (see flyer for session pricing breakdown)
Prepare your child for success in the upcoming school year with our intensive bootcamp focusing on core subjects and study skills. Click here. -
6th Grade Bootcamp: For rising grade 6 students
Monday August 12th – Wednesday August14th | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm | $300 for 3 full days
Increase your child’s readiness for 6th grade by reviewing fifth-grade math, reading, and writing skills, while also completing the required summer assignments for Math and Reading. Enjoy a few focused days to sharpen your minds and connect with peers! Click here. -
7th Grade Bootcamp: For rising grade 7 students
Thursday, August 8th – Friday, August 9th | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | $250 for 2 full days
Enjoy focused time with a small group of peers to provide instructional support for your child. We will specifically focus on the foundational skills found in the Required Math Summer Practice as well as the Required Reading and Response, making progress or even finishing their summer work together! Students will also have a chance to connect with classmates and play games together during our time. Click here.
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USLR Summer Enrichment Workshops
Summer is the ideal time to bridge learning and leisure, and our programs offer the perfect balance to keep students engaged and excited about education. Sign up today and make the most of these summer academic offerings for your student. |
- Academic Management: For rising grades 7–10 students
August 19th–22nd | 1:00–3:30 pm | Limited to 12 students | $275
Focus on study skills necessary for success in the Upper School. Topics will include planning and prioritizing time, organizing space and materials, preparing for tests/quizzes, and test-taking strategies. - Summer Music Lessons: For rising grades 7–12 students
Runs throughout summer | $28 per 30-minute lesson
If you are interested in taking summer lessons, please click on this link to fill out the online form (please do this even if you have previously communicated with either Mrs. Coleman or your instructor). There are many options for lessons – weekly, bi-weekly, or even sporadically throughout the summer to keep skills fresh. The following lessons are available: Piano, Voice, Guitar/Bass/Ukulele, Flute, Clarinet, Alto Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium, and Drums. - Latin Basics Bootcamp: For rising grades 8–9 students
August 19th–22nd | 1:00–3:30 pm | Limited to 12 students | $275
Students will walk through an overview of English grammar, learn study methods for memorizing vocabulary words, and review translation basics. - Mathematician’s Toolbox: For rising grades 8–10 students
August 19th–22nd | 9:00 am–12:30 pm | Limited to 12 students | $350
Designed to help students develop and sharpen the mathematical tools needed to identify, represent, and solve problems, justify conclusions, and apply mathematics to practical situations. - Rhetoric Primer: Required for any new student in grades 10, 11, and 12
September 3rd | 12:00–2:00 pm | Lunch is provided and there is no cost.
This 2-hour workshop taught by CCA teachers takes place after school on the first day of school (which is a half day). This workshop seeks to introduce an overview of both language and concepts covered in earlier Logic and Rhetoric classes at CCA (between grades 7 and 10). - College Application Bootcamp: For rising seniors
August 19th–21st | 8:30 am–2:00 pm | $325
This boot camp focuses on preparing college applications before the official start of the school year. Click here for more info.
Click here for more info. To sign up for any USLR Summer Enrichment Workshops, email Tracy Bennett, Dean of Academics at tracy.bennett@ccamail.org.
We Want to Hear From You!
We value your feedback–don’t forget to fill out the Alumni Survey by clicking here.
We are proud of you and would love to share your news with your fellow alums and the Covenant community! Please send personal and professional announcements and photos to alumni@ccamail.org.
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Haddon Baker named to Dean’s List at Grove City CollegeHaddon Baker (‘22), a Computer Engineering major at Grove City College, has been named to the Dean’s List with Distinction for the spring 2024 semester. Students eligible for the Dean’s List with Distinction have a GPA of 3.60 to 3.84. Haddon is the son of 6th grade teacher Mrs. Baker. |
Tori (Knowlton) Cook Welcomes a Baby Girl
Tori (Knowlton) Cook (‘18) and her husband Grant welcomed their daughter Sadie Mae on May 4th. She weighed 8 lbs 12 oz, and mom and baby are doing great!
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Celebrating New Beginnings with Old Friends
We spotted some of CCA’s distinguished alums at the 2024 Graduation!
Pictured from L-R: David Ngethe (‘21), Cora Kenis (‘22), Rebecca Verrengia (‘22), Brandon Kruse (‘21), Noah DeJesus (‘23), Katerina Pintone (‘21), Lauren (Grifoni) Patrick (‘15), Jacob Knowlton (‘21), Lily Callahan (‘23), and Mari Walters (‘23).
Summer Service Opportunities on the North Shore
The summer months can be extremely challenging for families and individuals who are food insecure. Many students rely on schools for their breakfast and lunch and with grocery prices at current levels, food pantries are being utilized more than ever. Consequently, the shelves are empty more often. Please consider helping one of these North Shore organizations, some of which Covenant has previously served. Every bit helps.
Danvers People to People Food Pantry
Acord Food Pantry (Serving Hamilton, Wenham, Essex, Topsfield, Ipswich, and Manchester)
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