Middle School Principal’s Letter
Dear Parents,
Thank you for taking the time to read this week’s version of the News and Views. It was a busy week with MAP testing make-up. I want to wish you all a restful three day weekend and happy Sinai Liberation Day.
This past weekend, CAC played host to the Cairo Round of the World Scholar’s Cup, welcoming around 240 students from 13 different schools across Cairo. CAC was ably represented by 45 dedicated scholars who have spent the past several months preparing for the competition. Over two demanding days they debated, wrote essays, completed a challenging multi-subject exam, and collaborated with their teammates on a multimedia quiz bowl. In a glittering closing ceremony, CAC achieved many team and individual successes, including the top five Champion Teams in the Junior division. Congratulations to all the scholars and thank you to all who helped to ensure the success of the event.
On April 25th, our choir and band students will participate in a citywide Battle of the Bands. The event is scheduled at the Center Court at Gezira Club in Zamalek. It will be a day of fun, music, and entertainment. We have over 70 students performing. It promises to be a day of good entertainment.
For all the families leaving us at the end of the year, this is a reminder that you must communicate with the admissions office if you haven’t done so yet. We need to get this information to plan accordingly when we are finalizing the Master schedule for the 2024-25 school year.
Life Lesson# 4: Sometimes you have to let people down to be happy
You and your mental health are more important than your career, more money than other people’s opinions, that event you said you would attend, your partner’s mood and your family’s wishes. If taking care of yourself means letting someone down, then let someone down. Your self-love must always be stronger than your desire to be loved by others.
Thank you for your continuous support of the middle school.
In Partnership,
Courtney Bailey
The Middle School Principal
Announcements
Moving on from CAC at the end of the year?
To help us plan for next year, if you haven’t already done so, please use the link below to let us know if you are withdrawing from CAC at the end of this year.
https://cacegypt.org/index.php/withdrawal-request
A few days before your departure, a withdrawal form that includes several signatures must also be completed by middle and high school students in order to clear any outstanding obligations, and turned in to the Admission/Registrar‘s Office to release final records.
Final end of year Middle and High School records will not be ready until on or after June 23rd (following the Eid holiday).
Water Log V.43 / no.4 – Spring invitational 2024
Dear Swimmers and Parents,
We are pleased to announce our second event in this season
CAC Spring Age Group Invitational 2024
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, May 17th AND 18th!
For sign-ups and more information, please check this link.
Varsity Baseball Inter-squad game
This week’s game turned into an intersquad match as many players from the Scrubs were unavailable. The game showcased impressive skills and highlights from our team:
- Nathan stood out with a spectacular diving catch, followed by a forceout at second base. At bat, he hit a double and a single, scored twice, and stole several bases. Nathan also contributed two strong innings as a pitcher.
- Wyatt had a good game, hitting a double and a single, scoring two runs, and pitching a solid inning of relief.
- Kaden showed off some power by hitting a home run and a single, while scoring two runs. He also made a key defensive play by throwing out a runner trying to steal second base.
- Isaac contributed with a double and a single, adding a run.
The game was a great opportunity to witness our players’ show their skills on both offense and defense, highlighting their versatility.
All Pro Dad – May Meeting
Hello everyone! The next CAC All Pro Dad meeting is scheduled for 16 May.
All Pro Dad is a monthly gathering where dads get to intentionally engage with their kids! This of course is not just limited to dads, but all children must be accompanied by an adult. There will be fun activities and a character-based curriculum that helps parents start meaningful conversations with their kids.
The next meeting is scheduled for 16 May at 7:00 am and it would be great to see you there.
May’s topic is Respect. To respect others is to believe they’re valuable and to treat them that way. When we believe people are valuable, we are considerate of them, and we honor their rights and their wishes.
If you would like to come, please RSVP here! https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/13407
For more information or questions, contact our team captain, Craig Tippins, at this email: AllProDadCAC@gmail.com
Eco Fair Thrift Store
Part of the Eco Fair is the Thrift Store, where members of the community bring in clothing they no longer want, to be resold, hence the name. The goal of this is to encourage using sustainable shopping methods rather than fast fashion brands! So, from April 21st to May 6th, we will be collecting donations for the Thrift Store. All donations can be dropped off in the red bin with the recycling symbol at the front of the school.
Please see these posters for more information!
If you have any questions please email greenteam@cacegypt.org
Three Cheers
Three Cheers to all the teachers who led an X-block activity on Tuesday.
Three cheers to Ms. Fides, Ms. Spencer, and Ms. Soha for supporting students with MAP test makeup.
Three Cheers to Ms. Gallagher, Ms. Nolasco, and Mr. Kasal for their efforts in organizing the Cairo Round of World Scholars Cup.
Three Cheers to Ms. Soha and Mr. Iskander for offering technical support during MAP testing.
Three Cheers to Mr. McCuaig and Ms. Shalaby for supporting the Battle of the Band competition.