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Daily Announcements

Tuesday, September 1

Menu:   Southern Style Chicken, Mac-N-Cheese, Green Beans and Roll

Soups: Black Bean and Chicken Noodle

Morning Break: Biscuits and Gravy

BIBLE VERSE OF THE WEEK: 17 And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” 18 And immediately they left their nets and followed him. Mark 1:17-18

GENERAL:

  • If you are interested in joining the cheerleading team for the 2026-2027 football season, please contact Ms. Warren (Room 208) ASAP!
  • Reading club informational meeting Tuesday, Sept. 1 after school from 3:15-4:15 in the Media Center.
  • We’ve got CLUBS!!!  Click here and get involved!!!
  • Interested in Pickleball???  The Pickleball Club is forming and will meet on Wednesday afternoons at CAL tennis courts starting 9/02.  Please pick up the Permission Form on the door of Room 221, complete it, and return it to Rm 221 or the high school office ASAP with the $10 club fee. Contact Mr. Krebs at [email protected] with any questions. Don’t be a dill; join the Pickleball Club!
  • Want to learn more about the Robotics Team? Come by Mr. Heishman’s Room (109) on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 3:30pm to learn more.
  • College Visits:
    9/3 – Western Kentucky University
    9/10 – Samford University
    9/14 – Asbury University
    9/16 – University of Louisville
    9/23 – Hillsdale University
    9/24 – University of Alabama

Spirit Week Information: 

9/3 – Class Color Day  – Dress head to toe in your class color! 

  • Freshmen: Yellow
  • Sophomores: Blue
  • Juniors: Purple
  • Seniors: Pink 

9/4 – Retreat Day  – Wear your class retreat shirt and come ready for the CAL High School Retreat. 

9/9 – Favorite Meme Day – Come dressed as your favorite meme! 

9/10 – Biker vs. Surfer -Pick your side as we gear up for the dance, which is themed after Teen Beach Movie.

9/11 – CAL Out Loud Spirit Friday – Dress in Red, White, and Blue. Go all out!

While enjoying spirit days, please dress in accordance with the CAL High School Handbook.

Students who choose not to dress according to the theme on a given day must wear their school uniform.

Homecoming Football Game Info: 

CAL vs. Ryle on Friday, September 11, 2026  at 7:30.

Homecoming Dance Information: 

    • Theme: “Teen Beach Movie”
    • Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
    • Time: 7:30-10:00 pm – Students may leave the dance when they wish. Once they leave the dance, they will not be allowed to return to the dance.
    • Dropoff/Pickup: Students may be dropped off at 7:30. If they decide to stay the entire dance, please arrive promptly by 10:00 pm to pick up your child.
    • Location: Blue Gym – Drop off and pick up in the carpool circle.
    • Tickets: On sale starting Thursday, September 3, through Friday, September 11, during lunch in the cafeteria. Tickets are $15 before the dance or $25 at the door.
    • Dress Code:
    • Female students who choose to wear a dress must wear one that is fingertip length or longer.
    • Dresses may not show their midriff.
    • Male or female students who choose to wear shorts must have them no shorter than 3 inches above the knee.
    • Male or female students who choose to wear pants or jeans must wear pants or jeans with no holes or rips in them.
    • The theme this year is Teen Beach Movie, and students are encouraged to dress in theme. Students may wear a themed top or bottom, CAL spirit wear, a dress shirt/blouse, a polo, etc., as long as it falls within the dress code guidelines outlined in the Family Handbook. Students who do not abide by the dress code listed above will not be permitted into the dance.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Aqua-Tots Swim School is hiring swim instructors.  This is a great way to build leadership skills, work with children and families and develop a strong resume while working in a fun environment. 

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Christmas at CAL is Saturday, November 14th from 12:00 to 4:00. We have two different volunteer opportunities: 
1. Volunteers for setup and breakdown- Contact Betsy Clay at [email protected]
2. Student Baker Showcase- Learn more and apply here by September 30th! 

BLACKACRE NATURE PRESERVE & HISTORIC HOMESTEAD SERVICE HOURS AVAILABLE!

Pumpkin Acres – Saturday, October 3 (event from 1-5) | Two volunteer shifts needed: 12:00 – 3:15 & 2:45 – 6:00 | This is a huge event that will need assistance in parking, concessions, hayrides, barrel train, setting up and tearing down. This event requires competent and helpful, self-starters that can follow instructions.

 Country Christmas – Saturday, December 5 (event from 11-3) | Two volunteer shifts needed: 9:30- 12:45 & 12:15- 3:30 | This is a huge event that help is needed in parking, Santa photography, setting up and tearing down and assisting with hayrides and other attractions. This event requires competent and helpful, self-starters that can follow instructions.

 Students MUST contact Renee at [email protected] to sign up and get a confirmation email in return!

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Babysitter needed for a five and eight-year-old boys. For more details, please call Katharine Hatcher. | Cell: (502) 292-7479

 COUNSELORS:

Students who are interested in learning more about the United States Military Academy are invited to an admissions event at the University of Louisville.  You will learn about life as a Cadet at West Point and the application process.  Date:  Wednesday, September 2 at 5:30 p.m. Location:  University of Louisville – Ignite Innovation Office, 252 E Market St, Louisville. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot as soon as possible.  REGISTER HERE!   

Meetings:

  • National Safety Council Defensive Driving Alive at 25 Class will be held at CAL in HS room 109 on September 29 – this class will begin at 4pm.
  • Want to learn more about the Robotics Team? Come by Mr. Heishman’s Room (109) on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 3:30pm to learn more.