The Royal Weekly
OCTOBER 5, 2026
Applications for 2027-2028 Now Open
Applications are now open for CVCA families adding a new student for the 2027-2028 school year. Because enrollment is expected to be high, we encourage you to apply now to secure your place in the admissions process.
Current CVCA students DO NOT need to reapply for next year due to Continuous Enrollment.
Admissions Events
Open House
October 22 – 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Family Preview Nights
November 2 & 12 – 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Why October Giving?
Your gift makes an immediate impact on students! With a long history of generous giving, we are asking this community to give joyfully to keep CVCA accessible to students with scholarships, provide mission-excellent programming and invest in our teachers and staff.
This year’s October Giving goal is $300,000 and your gift matters! Whether it’s monthly gifts or a one gift, your gift is needed. Questions? Contact us at lsamsonas@cvcaroyals.org or call 330-929-0575, ext. 331.
Thank you for making the impossible possible!
Everyone who donates $20 or more between Monday, October 5, and the end of the day on Friday, October 9, will automatically be entered to win a Coach bag.
- Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag
- $350 value
- Hand-distressed with a technique used to reveal the base color underneath, giving the leather a love-worn look. Each bag is unique and will develop more character with use.
Roadwork Updates :
Enbridge Gas has experienced unforeseen delays and is extending its work on Wyoga Lake Road through mid-October. We look forward to the successful completion of this project soon!
We know late-start Wednesdays and Thursdays prove to be extra challenging. To ensure safety and efficiency, we have extended the police officers’ presence through the Enbridge Gas project’s completion. Again, we thank you for your patience.
Traffic & Parking Tips
- Set a Meeting Spot: Agree on a specific pick-up location with your student beforehand.
- Slow Down: Follow posted speed limits to respect students, guests, and staff.
- Follow the Patterns: Stick to designated traffic routes, watch for speed bumps, and be patient.
- Watch for Pedestrians: Yield to students crossing near the back of the building.
- Late Start Mornings: Allow extra travel time due to ongoing Enbridge Gas work.
- Follow Us: Check out our traffic and parking Reel HERE.
High School Testing Day – October 8 and Fall Break – October 9-12
- Testing for grades 9-11 will be held on Thursday, October 8.
- Middle school will not have school on October 8.
- Seniors will have a class meeting on October 8 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in the Rasnick Center. Attendance is mandatory.
- School will be closed for Fall Break from Friday, October 9 through Monday, October 12.
Grade 9 – YouScience Assessment
- Arrival: 7:50 a.m.
- Dismissal: 10:30 a.m.
- Bring your fully charged Chromebook.
- Students may dress in CVCA spirit wear shirts. Joggers and sweatpants are permitted.
Grades 10 & 11 – PSAT Testing
- Arrival: 7:50 a.m.
- Dismissal: 11:30 a.m.
- Bring your fully charged Chromebook, at least two pencils, and any TI-84 calculator that is used for CVCA math classes (don’t forget to charge it).
- Students pay dress in CVCA spirit wear shirts. Joggers and sweatpants are permitted.
Tips for Testing Success:
- Charge your Chromebook fully the night before.
- Get a good night’s sleep.
- Eat a healthy breakfast.
Dismissal & Pick-Up Notes for High School Students:
- High school students must wait for their rides in the Learning Commons.
- Parents may pick up students at the Learning Commons or the high school drop-off area.
Jterm Registration Coming Soon!
Parents will receive an email with the link to register and pay online. Please review the updated offerings, as we’ve added new Jterm courses.
High School Registration – Sunday, October 18
- Senior registration will start at 3:00 p.m.
- Junior registration will start at 3:30 p.m.
- Sophomore registration will start at 4:00 p.m.
- Freshman registration will start at 4:30 p.m.
Middle School Registration – Monday, October 19
- Registration for both 8th and 6th Grade will start at 6:00 p.m.
- 7th Grade registration will start at 6:30 p.m.
College Financial Aid Meeting
The FAFSA application opens in October at studentaid.gov. Both students and parents need to complete the form, and we strongly recommend submitting it in October to maximize aid eligibility.
To learn more about the FAFSA and Financial Aid, please join us for a College Financial Aid Informational Meeting. Learn key strategies and step-by-step guidance to help your family secure college aid.
- When: Tuesday, October 6, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
- Where: CVCA Learning Commons
- Speaker: Will McGinley, CVCA Parent and Assistant Vice President of College Partnerships at College Raptor
College Rep Visits
Stop by the Rasnick Center to talk to reps from the following schools:
- John Carroll University – October 5, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
- Mississippi State University – October 5, 12:30–2:30 p.m.
- Grace College and Theological Seminary – October 6, 9:00–11:00 a.m.
- Taylor University – October 7, 11:00 a.m.
- Hiram College – October 13, 9:00 a.m.
- Lynn University – October 20, 12:30 p.m.
- Bowling Green – October 20, 12:30 p.m.
- Tri-C (Cuyahoga Community College – October 27, 12:00 p.m.
CVCA College Trips
Grand Canyon University – October 9-11, November 13-15, and December 4-6
- Seniors only
- All-expenses-paid trip for accepted students
- Contact Bronwyn Tucker at bronwyn.tucker@gcu.edu
Liberty University – November 5–7
Learn more and complete the Participation Form HERE
Cedarville University – March 11-12
- Details
- Contact Mrs. Jones at ejones@cvcaroyals.org
Geneva College – April (TBD)
- Contact Mrs. Jones at ejones@cvcaroyals.org
STUDENT LIFE
LET’S PACK THE STANDS IN PINK!
Proceeds from our Pink Out shirts and sweatshirts will help support a family currently battling breast cancer. Let’s surround them with love, prayer, and a sea of pink to remind them: “You’re not in this fight alone.”
Orders are due by Thursday, October 15. Pick-up will be in the Welcome Center.
Football Theme Nights
- Friday, October 9 at NDCL – Country
- Friday, October 16 vs. Padua – Senior Night – Pink Out
- Friday, October 23 at Elyria Catholic – Blue-Out
PARENT NOTES
Cafeteria Menus & Accounts
Students should use their UDID for their school lunch account. It is not the same number as the one on their student ID. You can find your UDID in your Family Portal. Follow this link for more detailed instructions.
Do you like to bake? We need cookies for our Admissions events.
We are looking for volunteers to send in three dozen baked or purchased cookies for our upcoming Open House on October 22 and Family Preview Nights on November 2 &12. Your delicious treats will help make prospective families feel welcome.
Crossing Guard Position Open
CVCA is looking to hire a Crossing Guard to serve as a visible safety presence and consistently apply the school’s established crosswalk and traffic-management methodology. This person will help maintain a safe, orderly, and consistent flow of students, pedestrians, and vehicles during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.
Bus Drivers Needed
The nation – and our school – is currently facing a bus driver shortage? You can make a direct impact on our students’ daily lives!
- No experience? CVCA provides all required training.
- Great perks: Enjoy a flexible schedule and competitive compensation.
- Meaningful connection: Serve our school community while staying involved on campus.
Moms in Prayer
Moms of CVCA students are invited to 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 by 7:50 a.m. with your photo ID for check-in. To pray for CVCA from home, this PRAYER CARD is a good guide.