Horse Creek Academy

📱 Exciting News! Staying #connected with HCA just got easier! 🎉Introducing the new HCA App, now available on the App Store! Simply search for 'Horse Creek Academy' and download it today! And, make sure to keep those notifications turned on! We will be able to send live push notifications to you during the school year about special information, events, news and more! 💻 But wait, there's even more! Our brand-new HCA website is also live at www.hcacs.net, offering a sleek and improved online experience. 💪We will be diligently working to ensure both the app and website are in tip-top shape by August, but in the meantime, be sure to check out some awesome features like our Live Feed and Event Calendar! 🐎✨Stay tuned for more updates and don't forget to download the app today! #WeAreTheVillage #StayConnected"

📣 We still have some spots open for HCA's Kiddie Cheer Camp sponsored by our Varsity Cheer Squad! 🤸🏻‍♀️ Sign up now at https://tinyurl.com/hcakiddiecheer 📣 Open to rising 5K-6th grade students!

📣 Calling All HCA Adventurers! 🌎 ✈️ This summer, we're excited to launch a fun, little social media contest, The Village Voyage! How far can our HCA spirit travel? ⬇️ Here’s how to participate: 🏖️ 1. Wear your HCA spirit shirt while you're on vacation! 📸 2. Snap a picture in it at your amazing destination. 📌 3. Tag Horse Creek Academy in your post and use the hashtag #WeAreTheVillage! 🌎 Let's see who can wear their HCA shirt the furthest away from our campus! The further you go, the better your chances of winning our special prize, a $100 School Store Gift Card! 😉 The contest ends on August 5th, 2024, so you have plenty of time! 🧳 Get ready to pack your bags, wear your HCA shirt with pride, and share your adventures with us. We can’t wait to see where your travels take you! 🐎 Safe travels from all of us at Horse Creek Academy!

💭 HCA Thoughtful Thursdays 💭 💙 This summer we're excited to share some HCA thoughts, quotes, and inspo every Thursday! 🏇 First up is one of our favs from Brené Brown; this quote is even on our new Senior Horseshoe wall! 👇Have a quote you think is just so HCA? Write it in the comments below and we may use it this summer! #WeAreTheVillage #ThoughtfulThursday

🚀 Already thinking of next school year? Get a jump start on your planning by checking out the most updated version of our school calendar! 📅 Class assignments/schedules and Supply Lists will also be released on July 15th!

🏇🏻 HCA wishes our wonderful Village a joyful and restful summer! Thank you for an amazing year 💙 ☀️ Enjoy the sunshine, have adventures, stay safe, and we’ll see you at Village Fest on August 6th! 🏝️ Happy Summer!

🎟️ It's that time again! 🎁 Check your stash, because it's time for our Quarter 4 Village Volunteers raffle! Do you have one of our winning tickets? Find out now! 🎊 But wait, there's more! We've got some major upgrades coming to our Village Volunteers program next year, and we couldn't wait to share! 👀 Stay tuned next week for all the details, but here's a sneak peek: Say goodbye to keeping up with raffle tickets! 📲 We're going digital! Winners will be notified directly, making the process smoother and more exciting than ever before! 🌱 At HCA, we believe in constant improvement and growth. And, with your incredible support and donations this year, we've hit a milestone: over 40,000 tickets earned! We can't wait to reach new heights with Village Volunteers next year! 🎉👏 Thank you for being the driving force behind our success. We love our Village! 🎟️ 1st Place: Dark Blue 661559 🎟️ 2nd Place: Yellow 011056 🎟️ 3rd Place: Bright Blue 681460 Claim in the MS/HS Office during summer office hours!

🎓 Attention all rising seniors at HCA! 🎓 👋 As we bid farewell to one amazing group of seniors, we eagerly welcome the next set to embark on their final year with us. 📅 It's time to mark your calendars because on July 18th and/or 19th, Strawbridge Studios will be onsite capturing your Senior Portraits! 📸 This is your chance to immortalize this significant milestone in your academic journey. More details about sign-ups and other important information will be coming your way soon, so stay tuned!

🌹 It's a tale as old as time... 🎭 Get ready to be part of something magical! 🌹 Audition Packets for Beauty and the Beast are now up for grabs! 🕺💃 Dive into the world of singing, dancing, and endless fun with HCA's Theatre Department's stage production this Fall! 👀 Inside the packet, you'll find everything you need: audition dates, times, requirements, show details, character list, and much more! Swing by Theatre Room B136 to grab yours today or email Mrs. Culp at jculp@hcacs.net! ✨ No prior experience required—just your enthusiasm and passion!

🌟 Attention Seniors of HCA! 🌟 🎉Get ready for an unforgettable Senior Field Day TOMORROW, May 31st, from 12-3pm! 📍 Where: Back porch by the student parking lot 🍽️ Lunch: Duke's BBQ (yum!) starting at 12pm 🎶 Entertainment: Enjoy a special concert by the amazing Miracle Allison 🏆 Activities: Dive into the fun with tug-of-war, kickball, and a water fight! ❗Remember: Water guns will be provided, so leave yours at home Dress comfortably in clothes that can get wet (no swimsuits, just a t-shirt and shorts is fine) Feel free to bring a towel and change of clothes for afterwards 🎓 Let's make memories and kick off the graduation celebrations in style! Don't miss out!

🏝️ Tuesday, June 4th is our last day of school, and it's a half day! 🚙 Important: There will be no Quest Zone on this day, so please ensure your child is picked up in the car line! 🎉 Let's make the last day of school amazing!

🥁🥁 Drum roll please... it's time to sign up for HCA's Shop Small Collab and Food Truck Collab for the 24-25 School Year! 👉 Shop Small Collab: Local shops, sign up to host a FREE pop-up shop in our School Store on rotating weeks throughout the year! It's a fantastic opportunity for small businesses to gain exposure and connect with our amazing Village. 🛍️🛒 📲 Sign-up link: https://forms.office.com/r/ya6ySZMstU 👉 Food Truck Collab: Food trucks, sign up to serve delicious grub on our campus at Middle/High School lunches and special evening events—no parking fee! 🍔🌮🍦 📲 Sign-up Link: https://forms.office.com/r/DxFQPAH8pf 💙 HCA is proud to offer these collaborative programs as incubators for small businesses in our community. We are committed to helping grow our local economy while also connecting our Village to amazing new businesses! 🗣️ Help us spread the word by tagging your favorite local shops and food trucks in the comments! #WeAreTheVillage #ShopSmall

🌴 Summer is right around the corner and we know y'all will miss us 😉 💙 Don't worry, you can call or stop by to see some friendly HCA faces during our summer office hours!

🎓 Graduation is this Saturday! Can you believe it? 🥳 Our seniors' big moment is just around the corner. Check out the important reminders below to ensure everything is set for your senior and your family! 📲 Important Links 📲 🎥 Graduation Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/0fkMnLmI-Qw 📸 Graduation Photos Sign-up: https://forms.office.com/r/PiktF6XYYM

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. ❤️ HCA thanks and salutes all who have served 💙

🏆 At the beginning of this month, we had the honor of inducting our newest members into the Junior and Senior Beta Clubs. 🌟 These outstanding students are a true inspiration, exemplifying the core values of the Beta Club: academic achievement, character, leadership, and service. Their dedication and commitment to excellence are a testament to the bright future ahead!

🎡A few weeks ago, our middle school students had an unforgettable time at the Red Carpet Carnival! ✨ Huge thanks to Mrs. Nelson and all our amazing staff for putting together such a wonderful event. 📸 Check out a few fantastic photos capturing all the fun and excitement!

⭐️ We are beyond proud to announce and celebrate two exceptional students who have made history at HCA: our very first Valedictorian, Ethan Strock, and Salutatorian, Matthew Godson! 🏆 Ethan and Matthew have demonstrated incredible hard work and dedication throughout their years at HCA. Their commitment to excellence is truly inspiring. They have not only achieved outstanding academic success but have also embodied our core pillars of flexibility, service, and connection in everything they do. We are so honored that these students and their families have made HCA their school of choice! 🥇 Ethan Strock, our Valedictorian, has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability, always ready to tackle new opportunities and excel! Ethan will be attending The University of Alabama! 🥈 Matthew Godson, our Salutatorian, has exemplified the spirit of hard work and persistence, continually rising to face challenges head-on and succeeding. Matthew will be attending USC-Columbia! ⭐️ These two remarkable young men have set the bar high for future classes, showing what can be achieved with passion, dedication, and a commitment to our values. 👏 Join us in congratulating Ethan and Matthew on their incredible achievements! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for these bright stars.

Elementary Field Day is next week! 🎉 Students in 4k-4th grade, get excited for a legendary day of fun, games, and friendly competition! 👇 To make sure everyone is ready for a fantastic day: 🩱 Girls may wear a one-piece swimsuit under their clothes and bring shorts. 🩳 Boys can wear swim trunks under their clothes with a t-shirt. 👟 And don’t forget those athletic shoes for all the running around! ☀️ It’s looking like it is going to be sunny, so please apply sunscreen before coming to school and pack some extra to reapply during the day. We want everyone to stay safe while having fun in the sun! 👀 But that’s not all! 🎓 Our spectacular seniors will have a Senior Field Day and Luncheon on Friday, May 31st. 🌺 Our fabulous 5th graders have their own special treat coming up. Mark your calendars for the 5th Grade Luau on Monday, June 3rd. 🌭 And, our amazing 8th graders will be having a little 8th Grade Cookout the last half-day of school on June 4th!

❗️School Store stock is running low, so let's design our next hit school shirt! 🎨 Calling all artists, creative minds, and HCA fans! We are thrilled to announce our T-Shirt Design Contest, open to EVERYONE in the HCA community! Whether you're a student, staff member, HCA parent, or just a proud HCA supporter, we want to see your amazing designs! 📝 Contest Details 📝 ⏰ Submission Deadline: June 14th 📧 How to Enter: Email an image of your design to Sarah Morris at smorris@hcacs.net 🗳️ Voting Period: June 17th - 20th (will be posted on FB) 🏆 Winner Announcement: June 21st 🥇 Prizes 🥇 🛍️ The winning design will be featured and sold in The Village Shoppe school store next year! 🤑 The winner will receive a $100 gift card to The Village Shoppe! 🎨 Show off your creativity and school spirit by designing the next must-have HCA t-shirt! Don't miss your chance to have your artwork worn by the entire HCA community and to win an awesome prize!