Category: All School News

Cougar Classic Golf Tournament

Thank you to everyone who supported our Cougar Classic Golf Tournament either with your attendance, your donation of door prizes or sponsorships. We had 20 teams registered for Saturday’s event.  Saturday’s tournament raised over $12,000 for Athletics.

 

Athlete of the Week

Freshman Corbin Yarbrough was nominated for The Leaf Chronicle Player of the Week after his performance in Friday night’s homecoming game.  Please visit this link and vote him daily!

https://www.theleafchronicle.com/story/sports/high-school/2018/09/23/vote-clarksvilles-male-athlete-week-sept-17-22/1403449002/

 

Boosterthon

This year instead of Magazine Sales CA will participate in the Boosterthon Fun Run!  This will take place on October 25. Students will get pledges for the number of laps they will run. All donations will be done online to make it quick and easy!   Lower School will participate in the Fun Run, while Intermediate and Upper School will participate in the Color Run! This exciting event is sure to be fun for all ages!  Watch your email for more information!

 

Winter Carnival

Fall Festival is getting a makeover!  We will now host the Winter Carnival on December 1 from 10-2.  The Carnival will include Reindeer Games (grade/class booths), Mistletoe Market (larger vendor area), the Jingle Bell Jog, FaLaLa Food Court, Santa’s Silent Auction and more!  If you are interested in being a vendor at the Winter Carnival contact Nicole Williamson at 931-801-2488 or nicole.aquino615@gmail.com.

 

CAPA

The Clarksville Academy Parent Association (CAPA, formerly CAA) is getting a new name! This association will host a variety of events throughout the year for parents, guardians, and grandparents to get involved by volunteering your time and/or contributions. We certainly hope you will join us in making CA an even greater place for our children, faculty and staff!  Please contact Beth Mabry on how to get involved: bethfmabry@gmail.com.

 

Box Tops, Publix Cards, Kroger Plus Cards

Did you know that you that CA takes box tops for education labels from various products?  Last year CA was able to receive several hundred dollars from these labels alone! Simply cut and keep labels and send to school in a Ziploc bag.  We also offer Publix shopping cards (a key tag to use when checking out). If you scan this key tag at every visit, CA receives a portion of your purchase.  Kroger will also donate to CA for everyone who registers their Kroger plus with CA. It’s quick and easy, just visit their website!

Social Media

Please like us on Facebook—Clarksville Academy, Clarksville Academy Sports Information and follow us on Twitter—CACougarsTN, and on our new Sports Information Twitter—CACougarsSports.

 

Photos

Throughout the year if you take photos at various school events and would like to submit them for possible use in the yearbook or for marketing purposes, please send them to photos@clarksvilleacademy.com.

 

Important Dates

• October 5-12 – Fall Break—No School
• October 16-25 – Boosterthon Fundraising Campaign
• October 19 – Parent/Teacher Conference—No Lower School
• November 5 – Teacher Inservice—No School

Homecoming

THIS FRIDAY September 21 is Homecoming!  The weeklong celebration includes dress up days for PK-12th grades, the big game and Homecoming Queen coronation on Friday night, the Annual Cougar Classic Golf Tournament on Saturday the 22nd, and dances for IS & US students

Students of all ages are encouraged to participate in daily themed dress up days.

Dress Up Days:
Monday—University/Jersey Day
Tuesday—Twin/Dress Alike Day
Wednesday—Family Day
For this day, each grade will represent one stage of family life.
• 12th/K = grandparents
• 11th/PreK = parents
• 10th/1st = toddler/adolescents
• 9th/2nd = babies
• 8th/3rd = grandparents
• 7th/4th = parents
• 6th/5th = babies

Thursday—Color Wars
Color Wars Colors
• 12th/K – Black
• 11th/Pre-K – Blue
• 10th/1st – Purple
• 9th/2nd – White
• 8th/3rd – Green
• 7th/4th – Red
• 6th/5th – Gold

Friday—BLUE & GOLD Day!

Activities:

Friday Night

Home Football Game – Tailgate Alley opens at 5:30, Queen Coronation at 6:40, Kick Off 7PM.

Freshman Class Attendants and Escorts:
Katie Thrash, Kaden Cobb, Noah Goble, Arman Latefi

Sophomore Class Attendants and Escorts:
Emma Herrera, Nevaeh Strawser, Dalton Daniels, Josh Wendell

Junior Class Attendants and Escorts:
Skylar Baggett, Joie Giarrizzo, Landry Fort, Deiondre Wilson

Senior Class Attendants and Escorts:
Shali Griffy, Beverly Ann Pugh, Aliyah Wise, Jakobi Milan, Hunter Kueter, Christian Baxter

Saturday Night

Intermediate School Dance will be from 7PM-10PM in the Auxiliary Gym.  Cost is $10.  Dress is Sunday dress, no jeans.

Upper School Dance will be held 8PM-11PM in the main gym. Cost is $10 at the door. Dress is semi-formal, no jeans.

 

Cougar Classic Golf Tournament

The Cougar Classic will take place September 22 at the Clarksville Country Club. The event begins with a shotgun start at 8AM.

There is still time to register your team!
Register online or become a sponsor by visiting: http://j9f.23f.mytemp.website/golf/

 

College Prep

On Monday, September 17 APSU will host the annual Montgomery County College Night with over 70 colleges and universities present.  We invite students in grades 9-12 to attend.
**See Mrs. Walker for more details.

On Wednesday, September 20 APSU will host a Tuition Assistance night at 6PM in the Aux. Gym.  Students are encouraged to come and hear about FASFA, grants, loans and the general tuition assistance process.

 

Winter Carnival

Fall Festival is getting a makeover!  We will now host the Winter Carnival on December 1st from 10AM – 2PM.  The Carnival will include Reindeer Games (grade/class booths), Mistletoe Market (larger vendor area), the Jingle Bell Jog, FaLaLa Food Court, Santa’s Silent Auction and more!  If you are interested in being a vendor at the Winter Carnival contact Nicole Williamson at 931-801-2488 or nicole.aquino615@gmail.com.

 

CAPA

The Clarksville Academy Parent Association (CAPA, formerly CAA) is getting a new name! This association will host a variety of events throughout the year for parents, guardians, and grandparents to get involved by volunteering your time and/or contributions. We certainly hope you will join us in making CA an even greater place for our children, faculty and staff!  Please contact Beth Mabry on how to get involved: bethfmabry@gmail.com.

 

Box Tops, Publix Cards, Kroger Plus Cards

Did you know that you that CA takes box tops for education labels from various products?  Last year CA was able to receive several hundred dollars from these labels alone!  Simply cut and keep labels and send to school in a Ziploc bag.  We also offer Publix shopping cards (a key tag to use when checking out).  If you scan this key tag at every visit, CA receives a portion of your purchase.  Kroger will also donate to CA for everyone who registers their Kroger plus with CA.  It’s quick and easy, just visit their website!

 

Social Media

Please like us on Facebook—Clarksville Academy, Clarksville Academy Sports Information and follow us on Twitter—CACougarsTN, and on our new Sports Information Twitter—CACougarsSports.

 

Photos

Throughout the year if you take photos at various school events and would like to submit them for possible use in the yearbook or for marketing purposes, please send them to photos@clarksvilleacademy.com.

 

Important Dates

• September 21 – HOMECOMING
• September 22 – Cougar Classic Golf Tournament
• October 5-12 – Fall Break—No School
• October 16-25 – Boosterthon Fundraising Campaign
• October 19 – Parent/Teacher Conference—No Lower School
• November 5 – Teacher Inservice—No School

Homecoming

September 21 is Homecoming!  The weeklong celebration includes dress up days for PK-12th grades, the big game and Homecoming Queen coronation on Friday night, the Annual Cougar Classic Golf Tournament on Saturday the 22nd, and dances for IS & US students.

Students of all ages are encouraged to participate in daily themed dress up days.

Dress Up Days:
Monday—University/Jersey Day
Tuesday—Twin/Dress Alike Day

Wednesday—Family Day
For this day, each grade will represent one stage of family life.
• 12th/K = grandparents
• 11th/PreK = parents
• 10th/1st = Toddler/Adolescents
• 9th/2nd = Babies
• 8th/3rd = grandparents
• 7th/4th = parents
• 6th/5th = babies

Thursday—Color Wars
Color Wars Colors
• 12th/K – Black
• 11th/Pre-K – Blue
• 10th/1st – Purple
• 9th/2nd – White
• 8th/3rd – Green
• 7th/4th – Red
• 6th/5th – Gold

Friday—BLUE & GOLD Day!

Activities:

Friday Night Home Football Game-Tailgate Alley opens at 5:30, Queen Coronation 6:40, Cougar Kick-off at 7PM.

Freshman Class Attendants and Escorts:
Katie Thrash, Kaden Cobb, Noah Goble, Arman Latefi

Sophomore Class Attendants and Escorts:
Emma Herrera, Nevaeh Strawser, Dalton Daniels, Josh Wendell

Junior Class Attendants and Escorts:
Skylar Baggett, Joie Giarrizzo, Landry Fort, Deiondre Wilson

Senior Class Attendants and Escorts:
Shali Griffy, Beverly Ann Pugh, Aliyah Wise, Jakobi Milan, Hunter Kueter, Christian Baxter

Saturday Night-Intermediate School Dance will be from 7PM-10PM in the Auxiliary Gym.  Cost is $10.  Dress is Sunday dress, no jeans.

Upper School Dance will be held 8PM-11PM in the main gym. Cost is $10 at the door. Dress is semi-formal, no jeans.

 

Cougar Classic Golf Tournament

The Cougar Classic will take place September 22 at the Clarksville Country Club. The event begins with a shotgun start at 8AM.

Register online or become a sponsor by visiting: http://j9f.23f.mytemp.website/golf/

 

School Photo Day

THIS THURSDAY – September 13 will be our annual school photo day.

 

Winter Carnival

Fall Festival is getting a makeover!  We will now host the Winter Carnival on December 1st from 10AM – 2PM.  The Carnival will include Reindeer Games (grade/class booths), Mistletoe Market (larger vendor area), the Jingle Bell Jog, FaLaLa Food Court, Santa’s Silent Auction and more!  If you are interested in being a vendor at the Winter Carnival contact Nicole Williamson at 931-801-2488 or nicole.aquino615@gmail.com.

 

Magazine Sales

CA will not host its annual magazine sales drive this fall.  However, anyone who wishes to renew or purchase magazines may do so through the link below.  CA will continue to receive 40% of all sales.  A student name is not required, simply click “skip this step” and proceed to the magazine home page.  Thank you!

https://www.gaschoolstore.com/Login/StudentInfo

 

CAPA

The Clarksville Academy Parent Association (CAPA, formerly CAA) is getting a new name! This association will host a variety of events throughout the year for parents, guardians, and grandparents to get involved by volunteering your time and/or contributions. We certainly hope you will join us in making CA an even greater place for our children, faculty and staff!  Please contact Beth Mabry on how to get involved: bethfmabry@gmail.com.

 

Box Tops, Publix Cards, Kroger Plus Cards

Did you know that you that CA takes box tops for education labels from various products?  Last year CA was able to receive several hundred dollars from these labels alone!  Simply cut and keep labels and send to school in a Ziploc bag.  We also offer Publix shopping cards (a key tag to use when checking out).  If you scan this key tag at every visit, CA receives a portion of your purchase.  Kroger will also donate to CA for everyone who registers their Kroger plus with CA.  It’s quick and easy, just visit their website!

 

Social Media

Please like us on Facebook—Clarksville Academy, Clarksville Academy Sports Information and follow us on Twitter—CACougarsTN, and on our new Sports Information Twitter—CACougarsSports.

 

Photos

Throughout the year if you take photos at various school events and would like to submit them for possible use in the yearbook or for marketing purposes, please send them to photos@clarksvilleacademy.com.

 

Important Dates

• October 5-12 – Fall Break—No School
• October 16-25 – Boosterthon Fundraising Campaign
• October 19 – Parent/Teacher Conference—No Lower School
• November 5 – Teacher Inservice—No School

Homecoming

September 21 is Homecoming!  The week long celebration includes dress up days for PK-12th grades, the big game and Homecoming Queen coronation on Friday night, the Annual Cougar Classic Golf Tournament on Saturday the 22nd, and dances for IS & US students.  Stay tuned for more information!

 

Cougar Classic Golf Tournament

The Cougar Classic will take place September 22 at the Clarksville Country Club. The event begins with a shotgun start at 8AM.

Register online or become a sponsor by visiting: http://j9f.23f.mytemp.website/golf/

 

School Photo Day

September 13 will be our annual school photo day.

 

Welcome Back Tailgate

On Friday, September 7, the Clarksville Academy Parent Association invites you to Simpson Field at 5:30PM to participate in our Welcome Back Tailgate.  We will have pizza, cookies and drinks.  Stop by and visit our CAPA volunteers and learn more about our organization!

 

Winter Carnival

Fall Festival is getting a makeover!  We will now host the Winter Carnival on December 1st from 10AM – 2PM.  The Carnival will include Reindeer Games (grade/class booths), Mistletoe Market (larger vendor area), the Jingle Bell Jog, FaLaLa Food Court, Santa’s Silent Auction and more!  If you are interested in being a vendor at the Winter Carnival contact Nicole Williamson at 931-801-2488 or nicole.aquino615@gmail.com.

 

Magazine Sales

CA will not host its annual magazine sales drive this fall.  However, anyone who wishes to renew or purchase magazines may do so through the link below.  CA will continue to receive 40% of all sales.  A student name is not required, simply click “skip this step” and proceed to the magazine home page.  Thank you!

https://www.gaschoolstore.com/Login/StudentInfo

 

FCA

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes would like to invite everyone to be a part of FCA this year! High School will meet in room #118 Coach Trent’s Room, Intermediate School will meet in Mrs. Drake’s room. Please make plans to attend Wednesdays at 7:15AM, everyone is welcome!

 

CAPA

The Clarksville Academy Parent Association (CAPA, formerly CAA) is getting a new name! This association will host a variety of events throughout the year for parents, guardians, and grandparents to get involved by volunteering your time and/or contributions. We certainly hope you will join us in making CA an even greater place for our children, faculty, and staff!  Please contact Beth Mabry on how to get involved: bethfmabry@gmail.com.

 

Box Tops, Publix Cards, Kroger Plus Cards

Did you know that you that CA takes box tops for education labels from various products?  Last year CA was able to receive several hundred dollars from these labels alone!  Simply cut and keep labels and send to school in a Ziploc bag.  We also offer Publix shopping cards (a key tag to use when checking out).  If you scan this key tag at every visit, CA receives a portion of your purchase.  Kroger will also donate to CA for everyone who registers their Kroger plus with CA.  It’s quick and easy, just visit their website!

 

Social Media

Please like us on Facebook—Clarksville Academy, Clarksville Academy Sports Information and follow us on Twitter—CACougarsTN, and on our new Sports Information Twitter—CACougarsSports.

 

Photos

Throughout the year if you take photos at various school events and would like to submit them for possible use in the yearbook or for marketing purposes, please send them to photos@clarksvilleacademy.com.

 

Important Dates

• October 5-12 – Fall Break—No School
• October 16-25 – Boosterthon Fundraising Campaign
• October 19 – Parent/Teacher Conference—No Lower School
• November 5 – Teacher Inservice—No School

All School News

Welcome Back! We want to welcome everyone to another great year at Clarksville Academy!  Please feel free to contact us at any time with questions or concerns.

Stay up to date with our school calendar by visiting these links: http://j9f.23f.mytemp.website/quick-links/ or http://j9f.23f.mytemp.website/events/

 

Magazine Sales

CA will not host its annual magazine sales drive this fall.  However, anyone who wishes to renew or purchase magazines may do so through the link below.  CA will continue to receive 40% of all sales.  A student name is not required, simply click “skip this step” and proceed to the magazine home page.  Thank you!

https://www.gaschoolstore.com/Login/StudentInfo

 

Sports Passes

All Sports Passes will be on sale through August 31, for $85.00. This pass is for all regular home sporting events. After August passes will be sold for $100.00. Please see the Cougar Store or the Business Office to purchase.

 

FCA

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes would like to invite everyone to be a part of FCA this year! High School will meet in room #118 Coach Trent’s Room, Intermediate School will meet in Mrs. Drake’s room. Please make plans to attend Wednesdays at 7:15am, everyone is welcome!

 

CAA

Clarksville Academy Association (CAA) is the parent volunteer association of Clarksville Academy. There are many opportunities throughout the school year for parents, guardians, and grandparents to get involved by volunteering your time and/or contributions. We certainly hope you will join us in making CA an even greater place for our children, faculty and staff!  Please contact Beth Mabry on how to get involved: bethfmabry@gmail.com.

 

Teacher Treats

Each grade level will have the opportunity one time during the school year to provide Teacher Treats. You may contribute snacks, treats, drinks or a monetary donation to help purchase treats. Please watch for your grade’s week and contact your representative.

 

Box Top Contest

The CAA invites everyone to participate in our Box Tops Contest this year! When you turn in your Box Tops please label the baggie with your student’s name, grade and teacher (Lower School). A tally will be kept of all box top returns and a Pizza party will be awarded to the class with the most labels returned!

 

Social Media

Please like us on Facebook—Clarksville Academy, Clarksville Academy Sports Information and follow us on Twitter—CACougarsTN, and on our new Sports Information Twitter—CACougarsSports.

 

Photos

Throughout the year if you take photos at various school events and would like to submit them for possible use in the yearbook or for marketing purposes, please send them to photos@clarksvilleacademy.com.

 

Important Dates

• September 3 – Labor Day Holiday–No School
• October 5-12 – Fall Break—No School
• October 16-25 – Boosterthon Fundraising Campaign
• October 19 – Parent/Teacher Conference—No Lower School
• November 5 – Teacher Inservice—No School

Dear CA Families and Faculty & Staff,

I hope you all are having a great summer. As the new academic year nears, I am incredibly excited to begin my first year here at Clarksville Academy, my alma mater, as the Upper School art teacher and Director of Security.

I am a proud veteran full of military experience to include personal protection while contracted overseas in the Middle East, force protection officer, security officer for the United States military guarding military installations, and fundamentals of emergency management, leadership, and influence certification. [ also have a criminal justice degree with a concentration in Homeland Security and counter terrorism, and I completed this through Austin Peay State University.

Not only do I have a passion for security and protection, I also have a passion in teaching and art. I have taught and coached wrestling for CMCSS for the past five years.

As an alumni of Clarksville Academy, a teacher, head coach, and parent, I consider Clarksville Academy my home. 1 approach the role that I have been charged with at Clarksville Academy confidently knowing that my detailed understanding of Criminal Justice, protective security detail, working well with students and families, and military experience provides me with the competency to accomplish the goals of this position, providing assistance in the direction and operation of campus safety and security functions. A top priority would be to continue to increase the excellent reputation of Clarksville Academy. I can lead, as required, with integrity, wisdom, and high ethical standards by utilizing the skills I obtained as an instructor, security officer, and in the criminal justice field.

Throughout the summer months, I have worked with Dr. Drew collecting data, researching, and reviewing current plans to continue campus safety analysis. I extend to her my appreciation for charging me with this role and responsibility. I am excited to share my expertise for the benefit of our school community. Mrs. Hinote and I have also been meeting and working together to continue improvements at Clarksville Academy.

You will often hear that Clarksville Academy is a special place; its depth and character, traditions, commitment to academic excellence, as well as its beautiful natural surroundings. All of these contribute to making Clarksville Academy such an exemplary academic environment. We want your student to take full advantage of all Clarksville Academy has to offer.

I look forward to this new academic year and journey.

Sincerely,

Nick Williamson
Director of Security
Upper School Art

The Dan Burden Endowed Scholarship is an endowment that’s been created to honor Coach Dan Burden upon his retirement.

For more than 35 years, Coach Dan Burden has been teaching students at Clarksville Academy how to solve the math problems he kindly gives them along with the complex equations that make up life itself. On the football field, in his trophy-filled classroom, and in the crowded hallways, Coach Burden has influenced generations of students and inspired them to succeed.

“The most important thing is to understand students—identify with them. Teachers can’t communicate to the whole world, but they can connect with the person in front of them.”  – Dan Burden

CA has approximately 1,200 graduates. If each graduate gave $10, we could raise $12,000—if everyone gave $50 we would raise $60,000! Please take a moment to honor Coach Burden by donating whatever amount you’re able. Every cent counts and we’re incredibly grateful.

 

Thanks to you, we’ve raised $17,000 of our $50,000 goal so far!

DONATE NOW »

See Press Release:
Clarksville Academy’s Drew to Depart for Ft. Bragg »

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Dear Clarksville Academy Family,

It is with great sadness that I share Dr. Kay Drew, Clarksville Academy Head of School, has decided to transition at the end of this school year from her position as Head of School to join her husband, Brig. General Tom Drew, as he takes command at his next assignment. As you all know, Kay holds her family close at heart and due to Tom’s military career, the past years have been ones of separation and travel as they both maintained their own careers, often times in separate locations.  So while we are sad to see her go, we are happy that she will be joining Tom to support him in his assignment and continued service to our country.

As Chairman of the Board and a parent at Clarksville Academy, I express my sincere appreciation to Kay for her many outstanding contributions and accomplishments during her tenure at CA.  She has played a pivotal and critical role in the development and success of our school.  Her commitment to the faculty and staff and Board of Trustees, an unending passion for our children’s education and a desire to strive for excellence in every aspect of the school’s operation is contagious and will be missed.

There is a long list of successes attributed to Kay and our press release provides just a small sampling of her many accomplishments over the years.  There is no doubt you will agree that we are much better positioned for a bright and successful future because of her outstanding leadership and long list of accomplishments.  I have no doubt that Kay will always take opportunities in the future to stay involved in education and pave the way for children from all walks of life.

Kay has agreed to remain committed to assisting the board of trustees in making a smooth transition to the eventual hiring of a new Head of School through the end of July and then offer her assistance in a consulting role.  This is not an overnight process.  Please know that as your board of trustees, we are fully committed to finding the right person that will follow in Kay’s legacy. A search committee will be formed in addition to the possible hiring of outside consultants to guide us through this all-important process.

I hope you will join me in wishing Kay the best of luck in all future endeavors, but equally important, thank her for all she has done at Clarksville Academy.  We are so much better because of Kay Drew.

Sincerely,

Tim Sawyer
Chairman, Board of Trustees

 

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Press Release: Clarksville Academy’s Drew to Depart for Ft. Bragg »

Accomplishments Under Dr. Kay Drew’s Leadership »

See Press Release:
Clarksville Academy’s Drew to Depart for Ft. Bragg »

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Enrollment and Retention

• Under Drew’s leadership, the school has experienced impressive gains in enrollment for 15 consecutive years. Student enrollment has more than doubled increasing to the current 658 students.
• In her tenure, Clarksville Academy has seen a 90% average for the retention rate among not only students but faculty as well.
• The school now draws students from over 27 zip codes, to include a diverse population of military, civilian, and international students.

Academics/Arts/Athletics

• Drew led the innovative move from books only to the addition of 1:1 Apple technology in grades K-12, and the school’s designation as a nationally recognized Apple Distinguished School for five years.
• She guided the Clarksville Academy athletic program through the addition of expanded team offerings, and increased team success including a State Championship title, and a move to Division II athletics.
• Inside the growth of student population, strong student performance has also occurred with increased college readiness scores, 100% college acceptances and increased college scholarship dollars.
• Drew added a service education component (CBL or Challenge-Based Learning) to the curriculum. Students and faculty team and collaborate for solutions of positive change in the greater Clarksville community in the areas of health, arts, low-income needs, and military family assistance.

 Campus Growth and Development

• She positioned Clarksville Academy for growth by purchasing 26.5 acres and developing the CA Sports Complex and field house. The complex includes Wes Smith Baseball Field, Simpson Football field, Burchett Softball field, Winn Soccer field, and the Marissa Maples Hood practice field.
• Her vision and a strong desire for growth resulted in the construction of a $4.5 million new education building, which houses state of the art classrooms.
• CA is currently purchasing 5 acres of adjoining land at the sports complex for future athletic programs.
• Under Drew’s leadership, the school has generated increased financial gifts.

 

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Press Release: Clarksville Academy’s Drew to Depart for Ft. Bragg »

Letter from Tim Sawyer, Chairman of the Board of Trustees »

Clarksville, Tenn. Clarksville Academy, a Pre-K through 12^th grade private college preparatory school, announced Monday that Dr. Kay Drew has decided to transition from her position as Head of School to join her husband, Brig. General Tom Drew in Fayetteville, NC at Ft. Bragg as he takes command as Deputy Commanding General for U.S. Special Operations. Her move is effective July 31, 2018.

Dr. Kay Drew has had a long association with Clarksville Academy. Prior to her appointment as Head of School of Clarksville Academy in 2003, Drew began her career at CA as an Art teacher in 1993. After several years of teaching, she was asked to transition into the role of External Affairs Director. In 2002, Drew was asked to serve as Interim Head of School and shortly thereafter was installed as the sixth Head of School by the search committee and CA Board of Trustees.

Dr. Drew states, “Tom and I have spent many hours, days, and even weeks discussing, thinking, and praying about this decision and I have clarity and peace with it. The emotional rollercoaster of this announcement comes from having spent the majority of my years in education here at Clarksville Academy and having that era come to a close.”

Clarksville Academy Chairman of the Board, Tim Sawyer shared, “I express my sincere appreciation to Kay for her many outstanding contributions and accomplishments during her tenure at Clarksville Academy. She has played a pivotal and critical role in the development and success of our school. Her commitment to the faculty and staff and the Board of Trustees, an unending passion for our children’s education, and a desire to strive for excellence in every aspect of the school’s operation is contagious and will be missed.”

Under Dr. Kay Drew’s successful school leadership, Clarksville Academy has cataloged many accomplishments that have made a profound difference in the school and in the lives of the students.

Enrollment and Retention

• Under Drew’s leadership, the school has experienced impressive gains in enrollment for 15 consecutive years. Student enrollment has more than doubled increasing to the current 658 students.
• In her tenure, Clarksville Academy has seen a 90% average for the retention rate among not only students but faculty as well.
• The school now draws students from over 27 zip codes, to include a diverse population of military, civilian, and international students.

Academics/Arts/Athletics

• Drew led the innovative move from books only to the addition of 1:1 Apple technology in grades K-12, and the school’s designation as a nationally recognized Apple Distinguished School for five years.
• She guided the Clarksville Academy athletic program through the addition of expanded team offerings, and increased team success including a State Championship title, and a move to Division II athletics.
• Inside the growth of student population, strong student performance has also occurred with increased college readiness scores, 100% college acceptances and increased college scholarship dollars.
• Drew added a service education component (CBL or Challenge-Based Learning) to the curriculum. Students and faculty team and collaborate for solutions of positive change in the greater Clarksville community in the areas of health, arts, low-income needs, and military family assistance. 

Campus Growth and Development

• She positioned Clarksville Academy for growth by purchasing 26.5 acres and developing the CA Sports Complex and field house. The complex includes Wes Smith Baseball Field, Simpson Football field, Burchett Softball field, Winn Soccer field, and the Marissa Maples Hood practice field.
• Her vision and a strong desire for growth resulted in the construction of a $4.5 million new education building, which houses state of the art classrooms.
• CA is currently purchasing 5 acres of adjoining land at the sports complex for future athletic programs.
• Under Drew’s leadership, the school has generated increased financial gifts.

When asked about her leadership at Clarksville Academy Drew stated, “I feel very proud of all that has been accomplished, and I owe a debt of gratitude to those who have worked along my side, both past and present, during this journey. I have had the opportunity to team with some fantastic teammates, students, families, alumni, and Board of Trustee members. I am leaving behind a truly outstanding team at Clarksville Academy. It is a team filled with talent, energy, focus, character, and loyalty. CA will continue to be served at the highest level.”

Dr. Drew will remain committed to assisting the Board of Trustees in making a smooth transition to the eventual hiring of a new Head of School. Kay Drew, Clarksville Academy Board of Directors and the CA administrative team will be diligent and focused on the right action plan for the open Head of School position. This plan will be announced on the CA website in June 2018.

 

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Letter from Tim Sawyer, Chairman of the Board of Trustees »

Accomplishments Under Dr. Kay Drew’s Leadership »