The Alabama Independent School Association is pleased to announce that Cottage Hill Christian Academy has attained the AISA BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL designation for the 2009 - 2010 school year. An AISA BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL exemplifies excellence in teaching, student performance, school life, and school and community interaction. A BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL award winner is an excellent school involved in an on-going process of school improvement.

The AISA has been steadfast in its efforts since 1970 to maintain an organization of independently operated non-public schools that are rich in diversity, committed to academic excellence, and deeply concerned about the growth and development of children and youth. The association’s goal is to provide quality educational opportunities for those parents choosing an alternative to public education.

The AISA BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL program is sponsored by the AISA to recognize member schools with outstanding educational programs. Cottage Hill Christian Academy has attained a high level of excellence in the areas of student and teacher performance, plant and facilities, student life, and community involvement and is a very worthy recipient of the AISA BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL award.

New Ladies Bible Study
Anointed Transformed Redeemeed-A Study of David
Begins September 1 • 9:00 AM-11:00 AM • Room 2221
Join us for this seven-week study by Kay Arthur, Beth Moore, and Priscilla Shirer. Be prepared to laugh, cry, and learn to love God in a deeper way as we look at the life of David. Childcare is available. Please call Gina 661-8350 ext 2245 to make reservations. Workbooks should be purchased at Lifeway before the first session. Class will be facilitated by Marcia Sheffield and Beth Havard.

New Precepts Class
Sweeter Than Chocolate: An Inductive Study of Psalm 119
Begins September 12 • 4:00 PM • Vision Center Conf. Room
Psalm 119 is the definitive chapter on the value of the Word of God and is one of those chapters of the Bible that gets less attention than it deserves. All who desire to know the Word of God and the God of the Word benefit tremendously from this passage of Scripture. From cover to cover, Sweeter than Chocolate invites the student to dig in, digest Psalm 119, and taste how sweet the Word of God can be. Sweeter than Chocolate Bible Study can help you find sweet words and real solutions from God's Book!


Call 660-2422 if you have any questions.

On Tuesday, September 14, CHCA Church Campus and PTF will sponsor an Open House from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Come for an informational meeting with the PTF officers followed by a time for parents to meet with their student's teachers. Also, there will be a CHCA Art Exhibition located in the ROC Hallway displaying student's artwork that will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the art department.

OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE
6:00 – 6:30 pm - All parents will meet in the CHCA Worship Center for the PTF Meeting. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00.
6:30 – 7:30 pm - All classrooms will be open and parents are invited to move throughout the school, visiting classrooms and talking to faculty and staff to gain information and understand their child’s day at school.
5:30 – 7:30 pm – CHCA Art Exhibition – Located in the ROC Hallway. Parents are invited to view and to purchase K5 – 8th grade student’s art. All proceeds will benefit the art department.

The Cottage Hill Baptist Church Adult Choir and Orchestra will present “Cottage Hill Live” Concert on Sunday, September 12th at 10:30 a.m. in the CHBChurch Worship Center. Bring your friends, neighbors and family members as we worship our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

What: The Charleston Wraps Fundraising Campaign has started. This is one of the most significant sources of funds for our PTF.

Why: These funds are used to enhance the experience and education of the entire student body. Some of the funds from this year's campaign will be used for technology in the classrooms, teacher resources in all classes and science equipment. Participation by all families is encouraged.

Details:
- Make sure you received a Charleston Wraps Fundraising Package from your student.
- Make sure to collect the money for the orders when the customer places the order.
- Make checks payable to: CHCA PTF.
- Delivery of the orders should be within four weeks from the time Charleston Wraps receives our orders.
- Return the top 3-copies of the order form and money collected in the envelope supplied no later than Wednesday, Sept. 8. Additional order forms are available at the school.
- There are student prizes available.
- You can go online to place orders at http://www.charlestonwrap.com/. Use School Id# 2871 when placing your order.


Thank you in advance for making this fundraiser successful!!

Muffins with Mom

The CHCA PTF invites you and your child to enjoy muffins, juice, and coffee, along with lively conversation, with other CHCA moms and friends.
Please complete the response form return to the school no later than Thursday, September 2. Remember, the event is FREE, but we appreciate your response so that we are able to prepare.

Where: CHBC Atrium
When: Thursday, Sept 9
Time: 7:15-7:45am
Who: Mom's* and CHCA Students K2-8th Grade

*If Mom is not available, we encourage students to bring another family member or friend.

Be a proud parent and become a part of the Cottage Hill Christian Academy PTF and support your school. Our goal is to enhance the programs and fundraisers in place to help support our faculty and staff. Family memberships are $20. The first class to achieve 100% family membership participation will be rewarded with a pizza party. Membership forms are available in the school office.

Mark your calendars! The yearbook pictures will be taken on Monday, Sept. 13. Students will need to wear their chapel uniforms for these pictures.

HOT OFF THE PRESS! The very first edition of the CHCA PTF Press is now available!