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November 16, 2025

Posted Date: 11/16/25 (4:00 PM)
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The Hive - Parent and Student Newsletter - November 16, 2025
Dear Families,

November is Career Development Month!

At CVA, students have the chance to explore a wide range of career paths using our online platform, Major Clarity. Through this tool, you’ll complete career inventories and investigate different professions that match your interests.

As CVA high school students, you also have the flexibility to enroll in RCCC courses across numerous trades—including auto mechanics, cosmetology, electrical systems, firefighting, welding, and more. You can learn about these opportunities in the accompanying booklet.

Students who complete advanced CTE coursework may also qualify for internship experiences. We’re fortunate to have Ms. Parlier, our Career Development Coordinator (CDC), and Mr. Esposito, our CTE teacher, both of whom are eager to support you with career planning and guidance.

This month, we also celebrate the students invited to join the National Technical Honor Society: Grant, McKinly, Skye, Ashley, and Emzah. Congratulations!

Chrissy


Name That Job 
As we celebrate National Career Development Month, let's explore the first job of teachers and staff that got them on the road to our school.  How well do you think you know them?  Students can take a guess at matching each staff member's very first job (position or store name).  Top scorers will win prizes - announced Monday, November 24th.  Please do not share answers with others - this is a competition, after all!  Students and staff are invited to play!  Here is the link.

Career Development Articles on NCcareers.org:

▸Is it too early to think about Career Development? Learn more

▸Why should I talk with school's Career Development Coordinator (CDC)? Learn more

▸Why should I talk with my school's School Counselor? Learn more



This Thursday students should "Rep your Next Step" while attending the in-person tutoring at CVA.




Holiday Card Art Competition 2025


Students in North Carolina are invited to participate in the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) Holiday Card Art Competition, a statewide competition that showcases young artists' talents. The winning piece will be displayed on OSA’s holiday card. The top 20 entries will be displayed in OSA’s Raleigh office. Before submitting, review the guidelines carefully to ensure your artwork meets eligibility and submission requirements.



PTSO  News 
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3UYLMZYD393YY?ref_=wl_share

Cash donations via Square: https://square.link/u/LiuBEoDw

Cash donations via Zelle:  cvaptso@gmail.com




Mrs. Seaman is collecting items for the Spring art course. Please consider sending in the following items: fabric scraps, yarn, toilet paper or paper towel rolls, Styrofoam trays (well washed, cardboard cereal boxes, magazines. You can drop items off in the front office.


Updates from Ms. Rubbino-




If your student is interested in taking courses at RCCC while in high school, attend the Parent Information Session.


East Carolina University is coming to the Charlotte Area.   Sign up here at attend the information session.


Learn about Student TRACK here.  
CVA can nominate one student.
  • Ideal student – someone that is motivated and eager to learn about potential opportunities following high school
  • Students are rising juniors – so current sophomores are the ones applying. 
  • GPA is not important!! If you identify a student that is a leader among their peers but doesn’t have a great GPA, we are more interested in their leadership qualities!
  • Keep in mind that students will be expected to interact in a professional and respectful manner with community leaders.
  • Applications will be open soon and will be shared through the Newsletter.




Useful Links
Middle School Quick Start Guide (English)
Middle School Quick Start Guide (Spanish)
High School Quick Start Guide (English)
Becoming a Canvas Observer in NCVPS courses

CCP Reimbursements

Pay Fees

Link your VIC Card (7216)

SCHOOL CONTACTS

Principal: Chrissy Rotan (chrissy.rotan@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Instructional Designer: Joyce Seaman (joyce.seaman@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Infinite Campus/Scribbles/Transcripts/DMV Requests: Christin Lindsey (christin.lindsey@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Attendance: Kelley Poulous (Kelley.Poulos@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Technology/Chromebooks: Liz Crawford (mary.crawford@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Student Services/Counseling/Scheduling: Maghen Rubbino (Maghen.Rubbino@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Social Worker/Community Resources: Cheryl Brooks (cheryl.brooks@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

CTE Coordinator:  Kristi Parlier (kristi.parlier@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)
Exceptional Children: Lacy Sheets (lacy.sheets@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)
Multilingual Learners:  Myron Claeys (myron.claeys@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Upcoming Events-

November 18- Workkeys Testing for seniors

November 20 - Visual Art class field trip

November 21 - Senior Pictures

December 3 - Middle School Benchmarks at CVA

December 4 - Middle School Spelling Bee 9:00 am and High School Math III EOC session 12 - 2

December 15 - Math III EOC

December 16 - Biology EOC

December 17- English II EOC and Math III retesting

December 18- CTE POLs and Math III and Biology retesting

December 19-Makeups and Retesting as needed