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Mini Cheer Teams Bring The Eagle Spirit!

Go! Fight! Win! One can hear these words being projected from the foyer of the Worship Center each Monday and Tuesday after school when Team Blue (K-2) and Team Gold (3-5) practice. Led by Head Coach, Leah Chadwick and Assistant Coaches Kim Chadwick and Tifany O'Neal, Chadwick said, "I have been doing Mini Cheer for 5 years. Kim Calderon has assisted me each year with both teams.This year, she could not help with the younger team, so Tifany O'Neal stepped up to be the assistant. I could not [have survived] without their help."

Like so many other things, this year's team and events looked a little different. "Due to COVID," Chadwick explained, "we cut our numbers from 65+ to 40.  The Blue Team was able to cheer at one JV Game...and the Gold Team cheered at Homecoming. In the past, we have cheered at Pep Rallies, walked in the parade, and performed at several football games." 

But even with the changes, the mighty mini-cheerleaders didn't let the obstacles dull their spirits. "Even though our practices and performances have been limited and different, we have managed to have a fun time together. We have practiced social distancing while having special snacks, playing "Getting to Know Our Teammates", and had Ice Cream parties. Overall, we are blessed and thankful for every chance we have had to enjoy some fellowship with friends, and cheer on our EAGLES!  Although the time was limited, the fun and enthusiasm were still shining through the girls' smiles."

Come out this Friday night to not only support the Fighting Eagles in the final game of the season but to also see Team Gold dance during halftime for "Parents Night."

As Chadwick said, "It is heartwarming and joyful to see these girls pray and grow together over the years. Another reason that I am proud to be a part of the PCA family".

Meet The 2020-2021 "Free Flight" Yearbook Staff

Every year tells a story and it's the job of the yearbook staff to make sure that the highlights are captured in the time capsule that are the pages of the annual.

This year's team is made up of five strong, determined, and immensely creative young women: Editor, Mary Grace Booker (11), and Staff members, Jordan Benfield (10), Kaila Guyan (10), Emily Shaw (10), and Haley Tyler (10). 

Advisor Melanie Rodgers said, "My goal for each school year is to teach the team the basic skills of journalistic writing, and from there, let them take the reigns in regards to coming up with theme, design, and layout ideas. I want them to be able to look back at the end of the year, with their book in hand and think 'wow, we created this from a blank slate' and be proud of all their hard work." 

Along with learning the basics of journalistic writing and photography (thank you to lower school STEM teacher and photographer, Ellen Peek, for helping the team learn camera basics), the girls will also be contributing articles to the Eagle Edition, further expanding their journalistic writing skills.

Now, introducing the 2020-2021 Yearbook team:

Mary Grace Booker (11) Editor
What made you want to return to yearbook from last year?  I wanted to create something that PCA families can look back on and smile! This year's team of girls is so hardworking and I can't wait to see our finished product. It's going to be awesome!"

What have you learned so far since being in the Editor role?  Being an editor has taught me more about design and creative writing as well as leading while listening to others opinions."

Jordan Benfield (10) Staff
What made you want to take yearbook? I wanted to be a part of something that everyone looks forward to and to be able to incorporate my own ideas into it.

What have you learned so far that has surprised you? I can come up with creative ideas, especially at 11 pm.

Kaila Guyan (10) Staff
What made you want to take yearbook? I wanted to make a lasting impact on PCA and be a part of something big.

What have you learned so far that has surprised you? I am pretty good at taking pictures since I have never used a camera before yearbook.

Emily Shaw (10) Staff
What made you want to take yearbook? I love taking pictures and I wanted to learn to be more creative in the way I write.

What have you learned so far that has surprised you? How to write in a more concise way while coming up with ideas and different angles.

Haley Tyler (10) Staff
What made you want to take yearbook? I wanted to tell this year's story since it's going to be a big part of history.

What have you learned so far that has surprised you? Because of the small group, I get to work closer with people I may not have had the chance to otherwise. Also, putting pages together is harder than you think!

This yearbook is sure to be one that stands out, don't forget to order yours soon!