News & Calendar

News & Calendar

Upcoming Events

CHCA First Year Experience 

Welcome to CHCA! 

You’re enrolled—now what? You’ve come to the right place. From information on upcoming events and important tasks to school resources and more, we’re here to help you navigate your first year at CHCA. 

Grade Specific Important Dates

Looking for important dates for your student? Select your student’s grade for more information.

Important All School Events

August 16, 2024: Athletic Eagle Nation Kickoff Event, 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Help us kick off this year of athletics strong! Come to Eagle Nation Kickoff and hype up our 2024–25 student-athletes. 
August 21, 2024: First Day of School
Watch for a communication from your student’s building for more details on what you can expect during the first day of school.  
September 10, 2024: Semi-Annual CHCA Association Business Meeting with Board of Trustees, 7:00 p.m.
September 13, 2024: New Family Tailgate Party, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Grab some classic tailgate grub and hang out with other new CHCA families before the before home football game vs. Worthington Christian.
September 27, 2024: Homecoming Festival, 3:30–7:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family to our high-energy Homecoming Festival, featuring carnival games, food trucks, pep band performances, and more! And stay to cheer on our Eagles football at the Homecoming football game vs. Norwood.
October 15, 2024: Founders' Day Celebration

Community Events

August 30, 2024: Home Football Game vs. Bishop Ready
September 2, 2024: No School - Labor Day Holiday
September 20, 2024: Home Football Game vs. Gamble Montessori
September 21, 2024: Fall Play "Our Town", 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. shows
September 22, 2024: Fall Play "Our Town", 3:00 p.m. show
October 4, 2024: Home Football Game vs. Purcell Marian
October 8, 2024: "Off the Cuff" Improv Preview Show
October 12-13, 2024: Grades 4-5 Musical "Aladdin Kids", Sat 7:00–9:00 p.m. / Sun 3:00–5:00 p.m.
October 15, 2024: Founders' Day Celebration
October 15, 2024: US Grades 7-12 Fall Choral Concert, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
October 25, 2024: Home Football Game vs. Summit Country Day
October 31, 2024: No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 1-4, 2024: No School - Fall Break
November 12, 2024: Faculty Appreciation Day (All Buildings)
November 15-17, 2024: US Grades 9-12 Fall Musical "Shrek", Fri & Sat 7:00–9:00 p.m. / Sun 3:00–5:00 p.m.
November 22 & 24, 2024: Dance Academy's "The Nutcracker-Land of the Sweets", 7:00–9:00 p.m.
November 27-29, 2024: No School - Thanksgiving Break

Uniforms, Swag, and More

Uniforms and Eagle Clothing Swap (Uniform Exchange)

New CHCA uniforms may be purchased at Lands’ End either online or in person at the Rookwood Commons location. Through Eagle Clothing Swap, families can donate outgrown uniforms and pick up gently used ones for free.  

Eagle Store

Show your CHCA pride with some Eagle gear! Located in the lobby of Lindner Theater (at MSL), the Eagle Store is stocked with t-shirts, joggers, hats, and more for the whole family. Shop online anytime or visit the store in person.

SCRIP Shop  (School Cost Reduction  Incentive Program)

CHCA's SCRIP (School Cost Reduction Incentive Program) Shop gives you the opportunity to easily purchase gift cards to your favorite places and save money toward your tuition. In partnership with RaiseRight, a fundraising platform, we purchase gift cards that earn a 1.5%–17% rebate, sell them to our community for face value, and split the profits with you. Purchase gift cards in person at the SCRIP Shop (located in EBL) or buy online anytime.  

Online Platforms

myCHCA 

myCHCA is your one-stop shop for all-things CHCA. Here you’ll find information specific to your student’s school, including bell schedules, lunch information, and forms for reporting absences. You’ll also find links to each of your CHCA portals. 

Veracross Parent Portal 

Veracross Parent Portal is a student information system where you can access and update your student’s information. This includes attendance and grade records, medical information, household updates, and more. For more information on Veracross, view the Veracross page on myCHCA.  

UltraCamp 

UltraCamp is an online registration platform for school events and programs. If an event or program requires registration—such as summer camps, dances, Intersession, clubs, etc.—you will be directed to UltraCamp to officially enroll your student.

Canvas

Canvas Learning Management System is the primary tool our Grades 4–12 teachers use to post course content and ongoing grade progress. You can use Canvas to:

  • View your student’s course dashboard, upcoming assignments, and calendar
  • See regular grade progress and electronic feedback on assignments
  • Set notification preferences to receive alerts and progress reports

Get Involved

Students aren’t the only ones who experience more at CHCA! Below are just a few of the opportunities available for parents to get involved.

Volunteer 

Share your time and talents with the CHCA community by volunteering. No matter your passion—athletics, fine arts, fundraising, events—there is a spot for you to serve and be served as a volunteer. Volunteer opportunities will be announced throughout the year. Contact your area of interest for more information.

Business Owner’s Round Table 

Own a business? Join our Business Owner’s Round Table, a monthly meeting of parent and alumni business owners. Network, learn, and problem solve with others who have been through it all.  

TriloGy

TriloGy is a community of CHCA women who gather to study God’s word and do life together. Multiple groups are available to fit your schedule.

Prayer Groups 

Join a parent prayer group and cover your student’s school in prayer. Groups are available at each campus.  

CHCA Glossary

Our lingo keeps our community connected. Here’s a list of terms you’ll hear around campus.