Rhonda Smith
Head of Middle School
FAVORITE MOMENTS FROM THE YEAR
Our Love Song Lip Sync Battle event was a huge hit this year . We had lots of laughs , and it was a reminder to enjoy days like Valentines Day with light-hearted fun around friends . Awards Day for each grade was an amazing representation of our solid academic year . It felt special to come together at the end and pause in thankfulness . Worship / Chapel in the Den was another favorite memory , giving us the opportunity to be part of the body of Christ together , gathering safely .
A VERSE FOR THE YEAR
Isaiah 54:10 — For the mountains may depart , and the hills are removed , but my steadfast love shall not depart from you , and my covenant of peace shall not be removed ,’ says the Lord , who has compassion on you .
As I look back over this season , God ’ s steadfast love for us is more sure than the very ground we have walked on . God promises that His faithfulness will outlast anything your eyes can see , and that ’ s exactly what happened ! Soli Deo Gloria .
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2021-22
I am so looking forward to field trips , service days , and events to celebrate students that parents can be involved in and attend . I ’ m also feeling a renewed attitude of gratitude in the journey that God has before us .
Dr . Brandon Barkley
Head of Upper School
FAVORITE MOMENTS FROM THE YEAR
Joining the CPA Community this year has been exciting both personally and professionally . Thank you for welcoming me and my family to this wonderful campus and allowing me to grow alongside students this year .
A VERSE FOR THE YEAR
Isaiah 40:31 — but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength . They will soar on wings like eagles ; they will run and not grow weary , they will walk and not be faint .
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2021-22
I ’ m looking forward to working with the incredible faculty and staff at CPA Upper School to ingrain the Academy ’ s mission of excellence in Christian education to the forefront of our every venture . As we continue diving into curricular alignment , programming , and student life , I ’ m fortunate to be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team . From growing the upper school as a Professional Learning Community , to getting to know the hearts of students , I welcome a new year of transformation through education .
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