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Newsletter for November 8, 2026

Posted Date: 11/08/26 (04:00 PM)







Dear Families

Thursday, November 12 at 6:00 pm, CVA will hold an open house for prospective families.  Please share this information with others that may be interested.

Have a great week!


Veterans Day - No School

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Thank you to all Veterans for your service.  School will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day.

Career Development Plan Update
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The software sync between CFNC and NCCareers is updated and CVA is almost ready for students to begin building Career Development Plans!  Information and links will be shared with students this week.  We are excited for students to explore the platform!

Counselor Corner - Ms Rubbino
📅 Semester 2 Schedule Change Requests

Interested in changing your second-semester elective? Submit your request November 8th–November 13th. Available electives include:

  • Honors Computer Science I
  • Honors Computer Science II (Must have passed or will pass Honors Computer Science I)
  • Spanish II (Must have passed or will pass Spanish I)
  • Leadership
  • Honors Anatomy

To request a change, email Maghen Rubbino at maghen.rubbino@cabarrus.k12.nc.us by November 13th. Changes depend on course availability and your individual schedule.

💻 Take Your Computer Science Skills Further!

Have you completed Computer Science I? Consider enrolling in Honors Computer Science II, with the opportunity to become eligible to take the ACT WorkKeys assessment.

WorkKeys offers the opportunity to earn the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC), an industry-recognized credential that helps demonstrate practical workplace skills to employers. It’s a great way to strengthen your résumé and show how your skills connect to real-world job expectations!

PTSO Fundraiser

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Helpful Links
Middle School Quick Start Guide (English)
Middle School Quick Start Guide (Spanish)
High School Quick Start Guide (English)
How to Become a Canvas Observer in NCVPS Courses

CCP Reimbursements

Pay Fees

CVA Student and Parent Handbook
CVA Family Contract
Orientation Slides - Parent Meeting

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: Melinda Helmintoller (melinda.hemintoller@cabarrus.k12.nc.us)

Attendance: Kelley Poulos (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 9 - PreACT for all 10th graders

November 11 - Veteran's Day - No school

November 12 - Open House for prospective families at 6:00 pm

November 16 - Benchmark 2 for Math I and English II 

December 9 - All high school coursework is due

December 10 - Spelling Bee for Middle School

December 14-18 High School exams