Back to School
Summer is here but before you know it, it will be time to go back. Here is everything you need to know to get ready.
The First Day
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Please plan to bring the following items on your child’s first day of school:
Water bottle
Lunch if not buying school lunch
Gym clothes - 6th grade only - no gym clothes until Aug 11th
Snack for the day, and ASP snack if enrolled
School supplies if you didn’t pre-purchase or bring to Open House
Our focus for these first two weeks is making sure students feel safe, happy, and focused; allowing teachers get to know each of their students; and working toward an efficient carline during arrival and dismissal. Things like additional car line tags and a teacher's favorites list will be rolling out after we get into our routine.
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Organizational skills are key to each student’s success in school and in life. To that end, CCA is implementing a school-wide organizational strategy that will build over time. Students in grades K-4 will begin with a color-coding system that is consistent across classrooms and grade levels. Students in grades 5 and 6 will be introduced to a more in-depth organizational system that includes paperwork organization, time management, and forecasting. These skills will provide the foundation for success in high school and beyond. Students benefit most from this system when they all have the same materials.
We ask you to purchase the exact items on the supply list — no substitutions. This includes avoiding items with logos, characters, or decorative designs. All supplies must be plain and match the specifications provided.
Aside from these school supplies, the only additional item students will need is a backpack. While there are no specific style requirements, we do not permit backpacks with wheels.
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We appreciate all your willingness to help provide paper towels, wipes, tissues, and hand sanitizer. At this time, we have all the supplies we need, and we are distributing them to teachers today. We will also focus on proper hand washing throughout the day. Most classrooms have sinks, and stools are being distributed around the school to ensure that smaller students can reach the sinks.
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Our leadership team has thoughtfully assembled our uniform policy and dress code for grades K-6. We have also worked closely with Tommy Hilfiger and Global School Wear to create an easy-to-use online store. Click here to shop.
Global School Wear offers frequent sales, so we recommend joining their email list in order to be notified when one of these sales is announced. Use our school code CHER02 when signing up.
Please review the uniform boards and policy notes thoroughly before placing any orders. Email uniforms@cherokeeclassicalacademy.org with any questions.
If your uniform will not arrive in time for the first day of school, DON'T WORRY. We understand and are here to help!
Please plan to have your child wear a red or blue polo shirt and khaki pants or khaki skirt/skort that can be purchased at local stores. Then please reach out to our Lower School Dean of Academics, Mrs. St. Hill at dsthill@cherokeeclassicalacademy.org and let her know your child’s name and grade, along with the estimated arrival date you were given on your uniform order.
Mrs. St. Hill will keep your teachers informed. For the most up to date information about uniforms, please check the uniform board here.
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We want to be sure all eligible families have accessedFree and Reduced Lunch (FRL). All families who have applied for FRL have been processed.
If you believe you are eligible for FRL and the discount is not showing in your Boonli account, please review the Financial Assistance webpage and follow the instructions. You can also email frl@cherokeeclassicalacademy.org.
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We want to see your First Day of School photos!! Since there will not be an opportunity to take photos on campus in the morning, we hope all our families will take pictures at home. If you post to socials, please tag @cherokeeclassicalacademy.em description
Carline and After School Program
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Morning drop-off will take place between 7:25 and 7:55 am. Any vehicles arriving after 7:55 will not be permitted to enter the carline and will need to park in the parking lot and walk their students into the front office to sign them in.
Afternoon pick-up will take place between 2:55 and 3:25 pm. Any vehicles arriving after 3:25 will need to park in the parking lot and retrieve their student(s) from the ASP door on the right side of the building near the cafeteria. A drop-in rate for ASP will be charged for any student(s) who are not picked up during normal afternoon pick-up operation. Students will not be held in their classrooms or the front office for any amount of time after afternoon pick-up ends.
This will be enforced starting on the first day of school.
Click here to view information about parking, carline, and more.
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Let’s be friendly neighbors. Please don’t block driveways.
We ask you to be kind to our neighbors during carline, so we ask that you please do not line up in front of our neighbors driveway. We really want to love on our neighbors and be good stewards of their entry and exit from their homes.
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Uturns and such….
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If you are unable to pick up your carline tag at Open House, you will need to come to the front office just after you drop your child off for the first day of school. You will need your drivers license to receive your tag.
Please note, you must have this tag in order to pick your child(ren) up in the afternoon on Tuesday.
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We are pleased to announce our After School Program (ASP) which will be offered Monday - Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Because our program will be managed internally, we can ensure that the instruction in virtue and character that our students receive during the school day will continue seamlessly in aftercare. Some members of our ASP staff will also serve on the school staff during the regular school day. This will allow us to know our students and families even better.
Pricing:
Full-time (five days per week): $13/day
Part-time (two days per week): $18/day
Drop-in: $25/day
Families that qualify for Financial Aid will receive a discount for ASP.
Anyone who does not pick up their child by the time carline ends will be charged the drop-in rate for ASP, even if it is only a few minutes.
Communicating with CCA
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Please plan to bring the following items on your child’s first day of school:
Water bottle
Lunch if not buying school lunch
Gym clothes - 6th grade only - no gym clothes until Aug 11th
Snack for the day, and ASP snack if enrolled
School supplies if you didn’t pre-purchase or bring to Open House
Our focus for these first two weeks is making sure students feel safe, happy, and focused; allowing teachers get to know each of their students; and working toward an efficient carline during arrival and dismissal. Things like additional car line tags and a teacher's favorites list will be rolling out after we get into our routine.
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CCA will use ParentSquare to provide a simple and safe way for parents, teachers, program leaders, and administrators to connect.
With ParentSquare, you will be able to:
Receive school and classroom communications via email, text, or app
Complete forms and make payments
View the school and classroom calendar and RSVP for events
Easily sign up to volunteer and/or bring items
And much more… all in one centralized place!
How to activate your accountYou should have received an invitation email or text to join ParentSquare. Please click the link to activate your account: it takes less than a minute. You can use ParentSquare on any device, and we encourage you to download the free mobile app for iOS or Android. You can also use the desktop version at parentsquare.com.
ParentSquare uses contact information from CCA's student information system, Infinite Campus. You will be provided with information about Infinite Campus at the Open House.
If you did not receive an invitation or have trouble activating your account, have you had a previous log in at another school? This is usually the case. Please login without old account and make sure you can see your student and “Cherokee Classical Academy” below their name. If the school listed is still your old school, you may need to contact them and remind them to unenroll your child.
If you still have trouble accessing your account, contact support@parentsquare.com.
If you have other questions, please contact parentsquare@cherokeeclassicalacademy.org.
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Volunteers are always critical to the success of our school, and are always so appreciated. There are still many needs we have to help make opening day perfect for our children. If you have time to spend even an hour helping out, we’d love to see you on campus!
Click here to see the available volunteer opportunities,
You may also contact the school at communications@cherokeecharteracademy.org if you have special talents or just have an available block of time available that is different than what is listed on the signup page.
Reminder: If you have not yet completed your volunteer training, please do so now as this will be required for the year if you are going to be at the school and volunteering around the children. Please click here to access the training.
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Cherokee Classical Academy is committed to providing a classical education that produces students whose hearts and minds are focused on the good, the true, and the beautiful and who are able to reflect these things into the world around them. We recognize that, although CCA is a tuition-free institution, the costs associated with attending can present a major financial commitment for families. Therefore, we aim to provide assistance to all those who qualify in two separate ways: through our own Financial Aid program, and by participating in the Free & Reduced Lunch (FRL) program.
Information about both programs, including how to apply and frequently asked questions, can be found here.
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Student & Parent Handbook
The Student and Parent Handbook has been developed by the governing board of Liberty Classical Schools, the parent company of Cherokee Classical Academy.
Please click here to view it.
Forms
Additionally, please note there a several required forms that will need to be submitted by August 30, 2026.
Student | Teacher | Staff Spotlight Nominee Form
CCA Name, Image, and Likeness Agreements_25-26
CCA Family Handbook Acknowledgement_25-26
CCA Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) | Notice for Directory Information_25-26
CCA Medical Information & Authorization Form_25-26
CCA Right to Know Professional Qualifications of Teachers and Paraprofessionals_25-26
Upcoming Events
Kindergarten Preview Day
Let’s get our rising Kindergartener’s ready for their first day of school. From 8a.m. - 8:30a.m., this is your chance to meet the Kindergarten team and for them to get to interact with you child and understand their needs for the coming fall. Register to attend.
Open House
School is almost here, it’s time to get all the information. Monday, August 3rd will be our Open House where you can meet your teacher, pick up your car tags and ask all the questions.
There will be two sessions, so please click here for more information.
Kindergarten Tears & Cheers
Welcome to the first day of Kindergarten. Bring the kids in and stay for coffee and refreshments while you get to know CCA Leadership. From 8a.m. - 8:30a.m., click here to learn more, if you have a rising Kindergartener this fall.
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