The Royal Weekly
September 29, 2025
SCHOOL-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
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 2026-2027 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!
SOE CVCA Problem Pitch NIght – Tonight
School of Engineering juniors have been hard at work tackling the challenge of creating better workspace solutions for teachers during their off periods. Tonight, September 29, they will present their innovative ideas to a panel of engineers and faculty judges.
Join us in the Learning Commons to celebrate their creativity and problem-solving!
6:00 p.m. – Doors Open & Refreshments
6:30 p.m. – Student Pitch Presentations
7:15 p.m. – Judge Deliberation & Voting
7:35 p.m. – Winners Announced
High School Testing and Middle School Day Off – October 9
On the morning of Thursday, October 9, sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT at school. Freshmen will take the YouScience Aptitude and Career Discovery test. Seniors will have a class meeting, and middle school students will not have school. Details are below…
MIDDLE SCHOOL: 6th, 7th, and 8th-graders do not need to report to school on Thursday, October 9.
Freshmen (YOUSCIENCE): Ninth-grade students should arrive at the regular start time and proceed to their assigned YouScience testing rooms, bringing their fully-charged Chromebooks. YouScience testing will be complete by 10:20 a.m., and ninth graders may be picked up at the Learning Commons entrance any time after 10:20 a.m.
- YouScience® Aptitude & Career Discovery allows students to get a glimpse into their unique design by God as social creatures, problem solvers, and learners. These insights lend themselves to refining (and individualizing) students’ scheduling choices at CVCA, their college search, and their professional interests.
To access your student’s assessment results:
- Ask your student to log in to the YouScience homepage on their CVCA Chromebook.
- Click on “Aptitudes and Discovery.”
- Click on “Discover Aptitudes.”
- Click on “Download Aptitudes” in the upper right-hand corner for the complete Strengths Profile Report.
- All students waiting for rides after the PSAT and YouScience testing should report to the Learning Commons following their testing sessions.
Sophomores and Juniors (PSAT): Digital PSAT testing will be administered to tenth and eleventh-grade students. Students testing that day should arrive at the regular school start time and head promptly to their assigned testing rooms (based on lists posted around the building). Each student’s Chromebook should be fully charged to last for the whole digital test. PSAT tests should be completed by 11:30 a.m. and students may be picked up at that time.
- The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) serves as both a practice test for the SAT and a qualifying test for the National Merit® Scholarship Program (11th grade only). The PSAT/NMSQT assesses skills in reading, writing, and math, helping students identify areas for improvement, prepare for the SAT, and potentially earn scholarships based on their performance. The PSAT/NMSQT plays a crucial role in a student’s academic journey.
- Test results will be available mid-November, and students may receive a copy of their scores directly from their grade-level school counselor in the Office of School and College Counseling.
SENIORS: Twelfth-grade students will report to school by 9:00 a.m. and head to the Rasnick Center for some important announcements and senior functions. They will be released around 10:15 a.m.
WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTS
Canvas or Family Portal?
Do you know the difference between Canvas and Family Portal? Both are easily accessed through the MY CVCA page and serve as valuable tools for CVCA families.
- Canvas (LMS – Learning Management System) is the hub for academics. Students use it to submit assignments, track due dates, and engage with course materials.
- Family Portal (FACTS) is designed for school-related business. Parents use it for payments such as field trips and activities. It also provides access to student transcripts, progress reports, and report cards – the only academic crossover with Canvas.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nail Polish Club Shirts
Middle school girls in the Nail Polish Club can now order Nail Polish Club T-shirts ($12.05 each) and hoodies ($19.55 each). Order HERE by October 3.
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
High School Jterm Registration
High school Jterm registration have begun! The LINK TO REGISTER will close at the end of the day on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. All high school students should be enrolled in one of the following Jterm options:
- All-day class
- Morning and afternoon class session – creating a full day experience
- Career Experience Opportunity (grades 9-12)
- Trip
- Mission Trip Exemption
- Student Independent Study (parent proposal required)
experience sod college visit – Register by October 8
SOD students are invited to visit Malone University on Wednesday, October 22, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to talk with Admissions reps, take a tour of the campus, and have lunch with CVCA alumni who are current students at Malone! Register HERE by October 8.
Tenth-Grade Mission Trip
We are excited to announce an upcoming mission trip opportunity for tenth graders, offering both meaningful service opportunities and exciting local activities. The students will serve seniors at adult day programs, assist children at a children’s ministry camp, and support 1st–through 8th–grade students in a Christian summer literacy program, among other activities. In addition to service, the trip will include sightseeing in the city of Nashville.
Students should fill out the trip Interest Form by October 20 (students received an email on Friday, 9/19 with the link).Trip applications will be sent directly to each student and are due on October 27.
- Trip Dates: June 14-19, 2026
- Cost: $750
- Trip Leader: Mrs. Cavanaugh,
- Interest Form Due: October 20
- Application Due: October 27
SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COUNSELING
Opportunities for ACT/SAT Test Prep
In-person ACT test preparation is available at CVCA through our test prep partner, PATHworks! Students attend three sessions on October 28, 29, 30 – 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. in Room 112. The cost is $355 for all three classes. (Classes will also be offered February 24-26). Questions should be directed to the PATHworks! class instructor, Patricia Smoot-Wicks at patricia@pathworksohio.com or 330-861-4973. Register HERE.
- First Class: Full practice test and score with feedback
- Second Class: Groundwork, English, and Math sections
- Third Class: Action Planning, Reading and Science sections
Additional ACT/SAT test prep options are available HERE, including free, online Naviance test prep on students’ Chromebooks.
Upcoming ACT Test dates: October 18, December 13, February 14, March 10 (all juniors taking at CVCA), and April 11. Register at www.myact.org for all test dates except for the March 10 test.
College Financial Aid Informational Meeting
Seniors and their parents are invited to a College Financial Aid Meeting in the Learning Commons on Tuesday, October 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn more about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) which will open in October. Special guest, Dana Magella, Director of Financial Aid at Malone University will provide important tips and information and answer your questions.
The FAFSA, available HERE, must be completed by both the parent and the student and should be completed during the month of October to maximize eligibility.
Visiting College Reps
Check out the entire list of of visiting College Admissions Reps and local College Fairs HERE. This page will be updated as information becomes available. (The page is also available through the Parent and Student Resources section of the MY CVCA page.)
This week’s rep visits:
- University of Mount Union –September 29, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- Wittenberg University –September 29, 12:30 p.m.
- Capital University –October 3, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- University of Rochester – October 6, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Hillsdale College –October 6, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- The University of Akron – October 7, 11:00 a.m.
Local College Fairs and Events
Details, locations, and registration for each of these events are available HERE.
- Notre Dame on the Road – September 29 and October 2
- Summit County Private High School College Fair – October 1
- NE Ohio College and Career Fair – October 1
STAY INFORMED. GET INVOLVED. SUPPORT THE MISSION.
Why October Giving?
Each October, we invite the entire CVCA community—parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends—to join us in celebrating generosity by giving to the Annual Fund.
What is the Annual Fund? The Annual Fund bridges the gap, providing the remaining funds needed to Educate and Cultivate Servants for Christ each year. Your support meets the need that tuition does not cover, ensuring CVCA remains accessible while continuing to provide excellent programs and instruction.
October Giving 2025 kicks off on Wednesday, October 1. You can give HERE.
Your Gift is Needed. Every Family. Every Gift.
Sewing Volunteers Needed
The CVCA Choir is looking for 2-3 volunteers to sew hems on dresses and/or pants for the October 16 Choir Concert. This can be done at any time before the concert. (Preferably, sooner than later.) Volunteers would need to use their own sewing machines and could work on the costumes at home or at school. Sign up HERE.
Rooted Royals – Moms in Prayer
Moms of CVCA students and others in the CVCA Community are invited to join Moms in Prayer on campus each Monday from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. to pray for our school, families, faculty, and staff. Meet at the Welcome Center. If you are interested in joining us, please REGISTER HERE.
We welcome your prayers for our school. If you would like to pray for CVCA from home, this PRAYER CARD is a good guide.
CLUB & EXTRACURRICULARS UPDATES
Gavel Club – First Meeting October 1
All high school students are invited to join the CVCA Gavel Club. Build confidence, sharpen communication, and unlock opportunities in the art of public speaking! The club’s first meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Questions? Contact LRAP27@cvcaroyals.org for more information.
SOBE Newsletter
Would you like to learn more about SOBE? We are now using Mailchimp, where you can subscribe to the SOBE Newsletter! This allows every SOBE Newsletter to come directly to your email. The most recent newsletter is available HERE. Take a look at what SOBE has done throughout August and September. To subscribe, click the subscription link at the bottom of the newsletter and sign up!
ATHLETICS UPDATES
2025 Football Game Themes
The CVCA Cheer program is excited to announce the football themes for this season. Royals fans, especially students, are encouraged to participate in each theme night. Join the CVCA cheerleaders in making Friday Night Lights fun for all!
- October 3 at Holy Name – Superheroes
- October 10 vs. NDCL – 4Muk buy t-shirts HERE (over 75% of proceeds will go to the Muklewicz family)
- October 17 at Padua – Neon
- October 24 vs. Elyria Catholic – Black Out