I n s i d e2 ACSI Math Olympics2 Geometry Final Four2 CAK’s Scholar-Athletes3 2009-2010 School Calendar4 Scholars’ Bowl 20094 Aqua Warriors Finish Strong5 UT Professor Visits6 Warrior News Briefs7 May Calendar @ a Glance8 Summer Camps at CAK

May 2009

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I n s i d e2 ACSI Math Olympics2 Geometry Final Four2 CAK’s Scholar-Athletes3 2009-2010 School Calendar4 Scholars’ Bowl 20094 Aqua Warriors Finish Strong5 UT Professor Visits6 Warrior News Briefs7 May Calendar @ a Glance8 Summer Camps at CAK

Top Row (from left): Wesley Fox, CAK Head Football Coach Bill Young, CAK Assistant Off ensive Line Coach Jim Blackwell.Bottom Row (from left): Ron Fox, Manda Fox, Andrew Fox.V A L U E S S C H O L A R S H I P C H A R A C T E R

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Coming off two back-to-back wins over division powerhouse Anderson County

on April 22 and 23, the Christian Academy of Knoxville baseball team hit the

Smokies fi eld with a contagious excitement on Friday, April 24 to take on rival

Grace Christian Academy at the 6th Annual “Fighting Irish – Warriors Spring

Classic.” Entering the game ranked #1 in their division (a school fi rst!), the

Warrior team lived up to expectations with an 11-10 win over the Rams, further

solidifying an outstanding winning record in regular season play.

The team closed the season at home for Senior Night on April 28. The next step

in the journey for CAK baseball is district tournament play in early May, followed

by regional play May 11-13. The team also hopes to attend sectionals on May 15

and head to State Finals in Murfreesboro from May 19-22.

Land’s End Launches

“Partners in Education”

Scholarship Program

Lands’ End has announced an exciting scholarship opportunity exclusively for families from schools participating in the Lands’ End school uniform program, like CAK.

Parents of students currently enrolled at CAK are eligible to submit an entry in the Lands’ End Partners in Education Scholarship Sweepstakes. Simply log on to www.landsend.com/scholarship and fi ll out the online entry form for a chance to win. You may enter now through July 15, 2009.

During the fi rst week of August, Lands’ End will randomly select fi ve eligible grand prize winners and award each a $10,000 scholar-ship to be placed into a pre-established 529 qualifi ed tuition plan account. For every winning family, the corresponding Lands’ End Preferred School will also win $10,000 for funding to be used as needed. An additional 100 families will each win a $100 Lands’ End Gift card. Enter today at www.landsend.com/scholarship!

Warrior Baseball Team Dominates Powerhouse

Opponent; Beats Rival at Spring Classic

Above: Players from CAK’s High School baseball team take a team photo at Smokies Park. The team beat Grace Christian Academy 11-10 at the 6th Annual Spring Classic, to benefi t Catholic Charities.

CAK Students Sweep the Competition at Math OlympicsThe 2009 ACSI Math Olympics were held at Concord

Christian School here in Knoxville. Nine Christian

schools participated -- the largest turnout in several

years. Over 300 students in grades three through eight

came to challenge each other in either the Reasoning or

Computation categories. Students scoring at least 85% on

their tests received a commemorative medallion.* Con-

gratulations to the following Elementary and Middle

School students who placed in this year’s competition:

1st Place, 3rd Grade Reasoning -- Allison Ivey*1st Place, 4th Grade Reasoning -- Austin Eaton*1st Place, 7th Grade Computation -- Heather Grubbs*2nd Place, 3rd Grade Computation -- Chase Bristow

2nd Place, 6th Grade Reasoning -- Liana Head

2nd Place, 7th Grade Computation -- Casey Moore

2nd Place, 7th Grade Reasoning -- Grant Bauer

3rd Place, 3rd Grade Reasoning -- Matthew Holztrager

3rd Place, 5th Grade Reasoning -- Sarah Miller

3rd Place, 7th Grade Reasoning -- Minta Ray

5th Place, 8th Grade Computation -- Jeff re Allen

5th Place, 8th Grade Reasoning -- English Daughtery

Honors Geometry Class Reaches National Final FourThe Honors Geometry class taught by Betsy Sparks has

advanced to the National Final Four in the Educational

League’s annual mathematics competition. The class has

taken a series of tests and now prepares for the semi-fi nal

round. Schools nationwide compete each year, and this year,

Missouri Military Academy, Northwest School, and LaLamiere

School will join CAK in the fi nal level of competition.

Above: Ms. Sparks’ winning geometry class (L to R) -- Front Row: Maggie

Daves, Mackenzie Snider, Amanda Murphy, Abby Holt; Second Row: Morgan Arrants, Rachel Poe, Jessica Olson, Megan Castro, Rachel

Dillon, Will Sparks; Third Row: James Berry, Andrew Graves, Jordan

Hatfi eld, Steven Sarver, Joseph Clayton; Fourth Row: Ryan Berube,

Nathan Donnell; Top Row: Bradley Salocks (top scorer)

Two CAK Scholar-AthletesEach year, the East Tennessee chapter of the National

Football Foundation recognizes high school athletes

who have achieved success in the sport of football

and in the classroom. Award recipients have not only

posted outstanding GPA’s, but have been a contributor

and role model in their communities by what they

do off the fi eld, as well. Of 32 total recipients, two CAK

football players received the Scholar-Athlete award at

the April 18 Awards Brunch at The Foundry: Seniors

Andrew Frazer and Tyler Moran. Congratulations

and thank you for representing CAK!

Top: CAK’s Elementary School winners (L to R) -- Sarah Miller,

Allison Ivey, Matthew Holztrager, Chase Bristow, and Austin Eaton.

Above: CAK’s Middle School winners (L to R) -- First row: Jeff re Allen,

Liana Head, English Daughtery; Second row: Grant Bauer, Casey

Moore, Heather Grubbs, and Minta Ray

Below you will fi nd the general school calendar for the 2009-2010 academic year, outlining holidays, Staff Development days, and early dismissals. A more detailed calendar will be available as the school year approaches.

AUGUST 2009

13-18 Teachers Return, 8:00 am 19 First Day of School, Half Day 20-28 Noon Dismissal for K and Pre-1st SEPTEMBER 2009 7 Labor Day, NO SCHOOL 14 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 24-25 Parent Conferences, No School (K-8), Noon Dismissal (9-12) OCTOBER 2009

5 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 15-16 Fall Break, NO SCHOOL 19 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am NOVEMBER 2009

2 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 16 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 25-27 Thanksgiving Holiday, NO SCHOOL DECEMBER 2009

7 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 18 Christmas Break Begins, Noon Dismissal 21-1/4 Christmas Break, NO SCHOOL JANUARY 2010

1-4 Christmas Break, NO SCHOOL 4 Teacher Work Day 5 Classes Resume 11 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 18 Martin Luther King Day, NO SCHOOL 25 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am FEBRUARY 2010

8 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 15 President's Day, NO SCHOOL 22 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am MARCH 2010 8 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 22 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 29- 4/5 Spring Break/Easter Holiday, NO SCHOOL APRIL 2010

1-5 Spring Break/Easter Holiday, NO SCHOOL 12 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am MAY 2010

3 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 17 Staff Development, School begins at 9:30 am 20-25 Final Exams (9-12th), Noon Dismissal 21 Last Day of School (Pre-K - 8th), Noon Dismissal 24-26 PK-8th Teacher Work Days 26-28 9-12th Teacher Work Days 30 High School Graduation

‘09-’10 School Calendar

High School Final Exam Schedule 8:30 am 10:30 am

Tuesday, 5/19 1st period 5th periodWednesday, 5/20 2nd period 3rd periodThursday, 5/21 6th period 4th periodFriday, 5/22 7th period Zero period

Watch CAK Videos OnlineWould you like your extended family and neighbor-hood friends to learn more about CAK? Watch our online video series for a virtual tour of campus and interviews with faculty, parents, and students... and pass the links on to anyone you know who may be considering Christian education for their child. These videos are great tools for families who may have questions about the CAK experience, allowing them to see and hear the mission of the school from a fresh perspective.

Also remind your friends that Christian Academy of Knoxville off ers Open Enrollment, which means it's not too late for new students to apply for admission for the 2009-2010 school year! Potential families may contact Wanda Mullins at wmullins@cakmail.org or (865) 690-4721, ext. 190. Campus tours are given daily and enrollment materials are available online at www.cakwarriors.com.

Stories to Look for This SummerCAK Today, Christian Academy of Knoxville’s summer magazine, will be published in July. Here’s a sneak peak at some of the stories in progress for the magazine...

Graduation Recap -- Photos and advice from the Class of ‘09 Tour of CAK Athletics -- Photo tour of all athletic facilities HS Musical -- Overview and photos from “The Music Man” Student Features -- Spotlights students from each school Alumni Features -- Compelling stories from two CAK alumni Faculty Features -- Highlighting CAK alumni who now teach! Guest Writer -- Feature from a published Christian author

CAK Aqua Warriors Finish 13th at

Tennessee High School State Meet

The State High School Championship capped another successful season for our swimmers. CAK had 15 out of the 28 team members qualify for the state championship meet. Coaches Brad Boswell and Megan Tomes guided the team to a great fi nish. The seniors who qualifi ed for the state meet were Kirk Allen, Philip Chesney, Stevie

Key, and Mike Zaczyk. In addition, Matt Absher, Lauren Beets, Jack

Gobbel, Andrew Holztrager, Lindsay Lee, Mary Mansfi eld, Jared

McPherson, Madison Pate, Callie Ragland, and Chris Shields -- along with our diver, Michael Bowie -- formed a great group of Warriors to represent CAK at the state level.

The boys team fi nished 13th at the state championship meet, which was held in February at the new Allan Jones Aquatic Center on the UT campus. Mike Zaczyk (a recent signee to the UT swim team) led the team in individual performances, fi nishing second in the 500-yard freestyle with a time of 4:27.51 and fourth in the 200-yard freestyle with a time of 1:40.11. Junior Matt Absher fi nished 12th in the 500-yard freestyle with a time of 4:46.03. Freshman Andrew Holztrager

fi nished 11th in the 100-yard backstroke with a time of 53.34. Just to compete in the high school championship as a freshman is an astounding feat, let alone qualify to swim in the championship fi nals! There were several best time swims during the state championship, and the relay teams also contributed to the team’s success. The 200-yard freestyle relay team of Jared McPherson, Stevie Key, Philip

Chesney, and Mike Zaczyk placed 12th with a time of 1:31.35. The 400-yard freestyle relay team of Andrew Holztrager, Philip Chesney,

Matt Absher, and Mike Zaczyk fi nished 10th at the meet, coming in at 3:20.10. The women’s 200-yard freestyle relay team of Lauren

Beets, Lindsay Lee, Mary Mansfi eld, and Callie Ragland placed 29th with a time of 1:48.65. Great job, Aqua Warriors!

CAK Scholars Take 5th in the State; Junior Named to All-State Scholars’ Bowl Team

CAK’s Scholars’ Bowl team, now in its 16th year, qualifi ed for the state tournament for

the sixth straight year. The tournament, held at Tennessee Tech, pitted the qualifying

teams in the state against each other in a round-robin competition of twelve games on

March 27-28. The CAK team worked well together, with members contributing answers

in their areas of expertise, and fi nished in fi fth place for the state of Tennessee. The

starting four players included seniors Thomas Waldrupe (captain) and Chad Armstrong

and juniors Kim Counts and Blake Mayes (co-captain and CAK’s high scorer for the

tournament). Alternates, all of whom saw playing time and scored, included junior

Macy McNabb and sophomores Ryan Berube and Bradley Salocks. In addition to the

team standings, Kim Counts received an individual award as she was named to the

All-State Scholars’ Bowl team. Coaches

Sara Baker and Mark Reeves accompanied

the team, and a strong contingent of

family members and other teachers

came to cheer them on. With a strong

group of returning players and some

new freshmen already practicing, the

team hopes to be even more competitive

next year. They welcome interested

students to practice with them and see

how they like the competition.

Above: Christian Academy of Knoxville placed fi fth in the state at Scholars’ Bowl (left to right): Kim Counts, Thomas Waldrupe, Chad

Armstrong, Bradley Salocks, Blake Mayes, and Macy McNabb (Not pictured: Ryan

Berube). Junior Kim Counts was also named to the All-State Scholars’ Bowl Team.

Graduation CeremonySunday, May 24, 2009

3:30 pmFellowship Church

Want to know more about the Class of 2009?

Look for a tribute to our graduates in the CAK Today magazine this summer!

Graduation PracticeMay 21, 2009

Graduation CeremonySunday, May 24, 2009

3:30 pmFellowship Church

GRADUATION 2009

Support Those Who Support

CAK: Camp Lake Frances

In April, Olympic gymnast John Macready was our special guest speaker at the Annual Booster Bash. His message was inspiring, encouraging everyone to be an Olympian in life. Well, Macready and fellow Olympic gymnast John Roethlisberger have started a camp in Crossville, Tenn. to help kids do just that -- leave camp as not only a better athlete, but also as a better person.

Camp Lake Frances is a three-day adventure camp for kids of all ages. Campers kick off the summer in style as they tube on the lake, swing from the giant swing in the ropes course, hike mountain trails, play in the unique gym, and make lasting camp memories. Camp Lake Francis runs from May 27-29. For infor-mation, visit www.lakefrancesretreats.com.

UT Professor (aka. “Al-Chemist”)

Makes Flames for 3rd-Grade Scientists

On April 29, chemistry was the “hot topic” among CAK

third grade students as they welcomed University

of Tennessee chemistry professor Dr. Al Hazari into

Ms. Jenkins’ classroom for a fun-fi lled science lesson.

Dr. Hazari, also known as “Al-Chemist” among these

elementary students, had several fascinating experi-

ments in store. From making a science book seemingly

go up in fl ames, to creating the colors of the American

fl ag in a liquid concoction, Dr. Hazari showed students

that science is fun, and useful, too!

Above: The professor entertains and teaches at the same time. Students say the magic word, “chemistry,” as Dr. Hazari mixes secret liquids. He later confesses that science some-times seems like magic!

Left: Dr. Hazari’s lesson gets “heated” when his chemistry book suddenly breaks into fl ame. Students learned that three elements, (fuel, air, and a source) are needed to start and keep a fi re going.

Kindergarten Students

Salute to America

Ms. Prine’s kindergarten class presented a patriotic play for parents last month. Students dressed as famous fi gures from the colonial days such as Ben Franklin, Betsy Ross, Abraham Lincoln, Clara Barton, and Thomas Edison.

8th Grade Banquet at West Town Christian

The annual 8th grade banquet will be held on Friday, May 15 from 6:30 - 9:15 pm at West Town Christian Church (9300 Middlebrook Pike). A group picture will be taken promptly at 6:30 pm, and students are asked to follow the dress guidelines distributed in April. Picture order forms will be sent home prior to the banquet.

Afternoon Bowling for 7th Grade Students

On Tuesday, May 19, CAK 7th grade students can enjoy an afternoon of bowling. Permission slips, which went home with students earlier this semester, need to be signed and returned. Lunch will be provided, however, extra spending money will be necessary for drinks and snacks. Questions? Contact Jaime Ketchen at jketchen@cakmail.org or (865) 690-4721, ext. 213.

Sports Physicals for 2009-2010 Seasons

All students planning to participate in CAK Athletics during the 2009-2010 school year, may get a physical on May 19 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Campus Center Gym. You must bring a physical form signed by your parent. TSSAA rules state that all physical forms must be dated after May 1, 2009.

10:00 am 7th Grade 10:30 am 8th Grade (after Exams) 11:30 am CAK Boys Soccer Team 12:15 pm 11th Grade 12:45 pm 10th Grade 1:15 pm 9th Grade 1:30 pm 6th Grade

If you cannot attend with your grade, please choose another time. Charge for your physical is $10. All money is donated to CAK Athletics by Dr. Richard Cunningham and his staff . Questions? Call Kathy Sexton at ext. 146.

Spelling Bee Winners in Our Midst

In February, 7th-grader Grant Bruer represented the CAK Middle School at the Scripps-Howard Spelling Bee for Knox County, hosted by the University of Tennessee. Grant went to the Knox County Bee after beating challengers from 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. Regarding his experience at the Bee, Grant said, “It was fun, and I got a free t-shirt!” Runner-Up in the Middle School Bee was CAK 6th-grader Samuel Swayne.

6th Grade Field Trip: Serve, Eat, & Enjoy!

The sixth grade fi eld trip is a three-part excursion on Thursday, May 7. Students will begin the day by serving others at Hill-crest Nursing Home. From there, buses will make a stop at West Town Mall for lunch. After lunch, students will enjoy an afternoon of bowling at Strike & Spare. There is no charge for transportation and bowling, but students will need to bring money for the Food Court. Questions? Contact Janet McLean at jmclean@cakmail.org or ext. 240.

Happy Birthday Faculty & Staff ! May 3 Chris Perkins, HS BibleMay 3 Jackie Clanton, CustodianMay 8 Robert Tramel, CustodianMay 9 Rhonda Friar, MS PE / AthleticsMay 10 Jane Williams, Curriculum Coord.May 15 Frank Merry, DevelopmentMay 18 Emily Prine, KindergartenMay 19 Kathy Sexton, AthleticsMay 21 Mark Reeves, HS Physics & EcologyMay 21 Mary Beth Jones, ES PrincipalMay 23 Wanda Mullins, AdmissionsMay 23 Joanna McBride, HS EnglishMay 24 Jeannine Linn, HS AlgebraMay 28 Kimberly Fanning, 3rd GradeMay 29 Donna Hardesty, Pre-KMay 29 Peggy Filyaw, MS/HS MusicMay 29 Lee Ann Starnes, MS MathMay 30 Laura Duncan, Student Billing

June 3 David Parker, MS French & PEJune 4 Tom Gerlach, MS ScienceJune 6 Laurie Denton, Pre-K & AfterKareJune 8 Christa Bennett, HS HistoryJune 13 Lenore Gooden, MS EnglishJune 14 Laurel Clothier, 1st GradeJune 15 Richard Cowan, AthleticsJune 20 Leigh Howell, Pre-KJune 22 Margaret Hallquist, Homeschool

July 1 Sharon Goodman, MS SpanishJuly 6 Betsy Sparks, HS MathJuly 7 Mary Helen Story, HS Gov. & Econ.July 10 Sandra Welshan, 5th GradeJuly 13 Brenda Miller, MS ScienceJuly 13 LeeAnne Mischler, ES Admin. Ass’t.July 16 Niki Kurusu, 2nd GradeJuly 16 Jennifer Lukens, 2nd GradeJuly 19 Sara Baker, HS EnglishJuly 21 Kristin Smith, MS BibleJuly 28 Kevin Johnson, Custodian

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

4Staff Development,School starts at 9:30 am

Moms Prayer Group,After Elem. Drop-Off

Tournaments: Girls V. Softball Boys V. Soccer Boys MS Gold Soccer Boys MS Blue Soccer Boys V. Tennis Girls V. Tennis

5

Tournaments: Co-Ed V. Track Boys V. Tennis Girls V. Tennis

8

3-5 Field Day

Tournament: Boys V. Soccer

6

Tournament: Boys V. Soccer

7

Tournaments: Boys MS Gold Soccer Boys MS Blue Soccer

9May 3

11

Moms Prayer Group,After Elem. Drop-Off

Tournaments: V. Baseball Boys MS Gold Soccer

CAK Libraries Book Fair

12Booster Club, 1:30 pm

Tournaments: Boys V. Soccer Co-Ed V. Track

CAK Libraries Book Fair

15

Pre-K - 2 Field Day

Tournament: V. Baseball

CAK Libraries Book Fair

13

CAK Libraries Book Fair

14

Tournament: Boys V. Soccer

CAK Libraries Book Fair

16

Tournaments: Boys V. Soccer Boys MS Gold Soccer Boys MS Blue Soccer

10

18

Moms Prayer Group,After Elem. Drop-Off

19

Sports Physicals10 am - 2 pm

Tournament: V. Baseball

9-12 Final Exams,Noon Dismissal

22

Tournament: Co-Ed V. Track

9-12 Final Exams,Noon Dismissal

Teacher Workday,Pre-K - 8

20

Last Day of School, Pre-K - 8

Tournament: Boys V. Soccer

9-12 Final Exams,Noon Dismissal

21

Tournaments: Boys V. Soccer Co-Ed V. Track

9-12 Final Exams,Noon Dismissal

Teacher Workday,Pre-K - 8

23

Tournament: Boys V. Soccer

17:Boys MS Gold Soccer Boys MS Blue Soccer

25Memorial Day,School Closed

26

Teacher Workday,9-12th

27

Teacher Workday,9-12th

24

Graduation3:30 pm

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PUBLICATION SCHEDULE:

CAK Today magazine, July 2009 (Submissions due June 1)

Warrior News, resumes August 2009 (Submissions due July 17)

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Date Set for the 22nd Annual Golf Tournament

The tradition continues -- the 22nd

Annual Warrior ShootOut, a fund-

raiser for CAK tuition assistance and

other funding needs, will be held

on Friday, September 11 at Rarity

Pointe. The tournament commit-

tee is now looking for volunteers

to serve in a variety of roles, and

registration for golfers is already

open, as well.

For more information, to volunteer,

or to register to play, visit the

tournament website at

www.warriorshootout.com.