Monday, April 4: Classes Resume
Parent Education Event from 6:30-8:00 p.m. (dining hall) with Dr. Devorah Heitner, author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World.
Friday, April 8: US Cabaret, 7:30 p.m. (dining hall)
Come join the Treble Choir and Camerata as they take you “Around the World” with familiar and new music. Refreshments available. Reserved seating for senior families. All are welcome.
Monday, April 11: Senior Parent “Transition to College” Event, 7:00 p.m.
Join us in hearing from Eric Hartman, notable speaker and education consultant with 20 years in higher education, as he addresses questions all parents should ask their children before sending them to college (Zoom link will be sent directly to families of seniors).
Wednesday, April 13: This day is unique for each US grade (see below)
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Grade 12: Seniors have a “Transition to College” day that begins with a special breakfast event in the dining hall with their Kindergarten buddies and then shifts to a workshop with Eric Hartman addressing them about heading off to college and how to approach their first steps in a new community. Seniors may depart campus at the conclusion of the program, approximately 12:30 p.m.
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Grade 11 – SAT Day: Juniors will come in dress code and report directly to their assigned testing room by 8:00 a.m., calculator in hand. All juniors will take the SAT in US classrooms or the US Library. Students may depart campus when they have completed the test which, for most, will be around 11:30 a.m. to noon. Those using extended time will be finished later into the afternoon. All juniors are welcome to eat lunch at CA and stay on campus until their afternoon rehearsal or athletics begin if this is easiest given different transportation needs.
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Grade 10 – Practice ACT Day: All sophomores will come in dress code and report to the Barton Room or assigned testing room by 8:00 a.m., calculator in hand. Students may depart campus at the close of the testing period which, for most, will be around 11:30 a.m. to noon. Those using extended time will be finished a bit later. Students are welcome to eat lunch at CA and stay on campus until their afternoon rehearsal or athletics begin if this is easiest given different transportation needs.
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Grade 9: Freshmen will engage in a full day of school consisting of science activities, including service in the local community. Students should wear pants, modest clothing (no bare midriffs/plunging necklines) with appropriate close-toed footwear.
Wednesday, April 13
- For seniors: required 45 hours of off-campus service hours due
- US Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m. (dining hall)
Thursday, April 14: US Battle of the Books, 4:00-9:00 p.m. (Upper School Library)
Students on the CA team will compete with other local teams from Central Ohio.
Friday, April 15: Good Friday/Passover
Monday, April 18, to Wednesday, April 27: Grade 10 Academic Planning Meetings
Wednesday, April 20
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ALL DAY 4 CA: All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to go “all in” with spiritwear on top, bottom and even accessories like scarves, hats, socks, temporary tattoos, etc. Maroon or gray items may be worn in lieu of CA logo apparel as long as there isn’t another logo on them. No jeans or yoga pants. Go Vikes!
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Senior Art Show, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Morris Hall Art Gallery
Friday, April 22: Professional Development Day – NO CLASSES
Sunday, April 24: US Band Concert, 6:00 p.m. (Jones Gym)
Tuesday, April 26: Senior Alumni Board Luncheon
Seniors will participate in a special lunch event celebrating their pending graduation and welcoming them to alumni status.
Wednesday, April 27
2022-23 student election season begins for student offices starting with speeches/elections for Student Council and Service Board President and VP.
Thursday, April 28, to Saturday, April 30: US musical Mamma Mia, 7:00 p.m. (Schoedinger Theatre)
Tuesday, May 3: Seniors’ last day of classes, last advisory and final bell celebration (3:20 p.m.) with their on-campus service hours due by end of day
Friday, May 6: All That Jazz, 7:30 p.m. (dining hall)
Saturday, May 7: CA Prom, 8:00-11:00 p.m. (location reveal coming!)
Hosted by the junior class, all US students are invited to attend. More details to be announced closer to the event.
Monday, May 16: (pending) Physics trip to Kings Island for juniors and possibly seniors (students will travel to and from via buses).
Friday, May 27: US Honors Assembly (more details coming in May) and senior independent project panels begin
Monday, May 30: Memorial Day – NO CLASSES
Tuesday, May 31, to Thursday, June 2: US Final Exams
Thursday, June 2: Last day of Upper School
Friday, June 3: Make-up exams and Commencement rehearsal for seniors (11:00 a.m.)
Monday, June 6: Commencement (9:00 a.m.)
As we get closer to the end of April, more details will be made available regarding the special events in May.
Please remember to contact the US Office at langej@columbusacademy.org or by calling 614-509-2281 whenever your child is running late, will be out sick or is departing early for an appointment. Should you have any questions about the weeks ahead, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Warmly,
Head of Upper School
