Is it Okay to Smuggle Snacks into the Movie Theater?
Hannah Larson, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
In this struggling economy it is hard to find things at a decent price. It seems like everywhere we turn the prices are going up. Even the movies, which has always been a family favorite fun thing to do, is becoming too hard to afford. The rising costs of movie tickets and concession items have many... Read more »
CCA Student Council
Sara Kelliher, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
Under the intrepid guidance of Mr. Steve Mayo, CCA Student Council is back with a new year of unifying events. The Messenger introduces you to each grade’s representative for Student Council 2011-2012, giving you a glimpse of what they believe and why the believe it. Here are their thoughts…on... Read more »
Serving in the Military
Alex Rynard, Staff Writer/ Assistant Photo Editor
November 18, 2011
Five years ago when people would ask me what I wanted to be when I grew up, my ready answer was, “I want to be a teacher or a doctor.” Today, if you were to ask me that question, my answer would be very different. I want to serve my country in the United States Coast Guard. The thought of serving... Read more »
The ROTC
Kyle Swenson, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
Are you a high school student who is looking to become a better leader? If you are, you should consider joining the Reserve Officer Training Corp (ROTC). To join the ROTC you must be a U.S. citizen, aged 17–26, and fulfill the following criteria: Have a High School Diploma or equivalent and a GPA of... Read more »
Cross Country Player Profile: Chaney Hewlett
Gabe Tchividjian, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
As far as popular spectator sports go, Cross Country may be a little off-the-radar—but CCA’s Varsity team star runner, Chaney Hewlett, is anything but that. While many might not know him yet, this eighth grader has garnered the attention of cross-country coaches throughout Broward County this season. Coach’s... Read more »
Golf Player Profile: Jake Middlebrooks
Hannah Larson, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
As the fall sports season approaches, fans are excited to watch the CCA football team in action. However, little do people know that, while the football team is gearing up in pads and helmets, another group of boys is loading up a van of golf clubs and heading for the Palm Aire Country Club. CCA Golf... Read more »
Football Player Profile: Greg Mabin
Stephen Barnett, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
Greg Mabin’s presence on the field is formidable. Every Friday, spectators look out for this wide receiver’s best game, best tackle, and he delivers. On any given game day, he is that force that pushes through the opponent’s line to complete the pass that takes him straight to the end zone, where... Read more »
Swimming Player Profiles: Clayton and Elise Atkins
Tristen Johns, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
Countless swimming, pruned hands, the smell of chlorine, yet the thrill of a race won, a time beat, and a beautiful day are some of the thoughts that CCA swimmers will describe to you about their experience on the CCA swim team—the new sport added to the CCA Athletics roster. There was an array of... Read more »
School Spirit on the Rise
Dawson Allen, Staff Writer
November 18, 2011
Friday, September 2 was a hot and humid day, but the CCA fans didn’t seem to mind. They flooded the new football field with white, as the Eagles kicked-off the season against Highlands Christian Academy. White t-shirts, bandanas, hats, shoes, and even white-painted torsos that spelled C.C.A., rooted... Read more »
What’s Next for CCA Fine Arts: Band and Chorus
Alexandra Gomez, Managing Editor
November 18, 2011
This 2011-2012 school year, there are several events, which will take place for the Middle and High school Band and Chorus classes. Some have been done at CCA annually, whereas others will be newly introduced to our school. Our Band and Chorus students are thoroughly and enthusiastically preparing for... Read more »