Month: March 2025

“I wish I had learned earlier that our teachers are more important than the subject they teach. Ruth Adams saw me with greater clarity than I saw myself and I regret not seeking her counsel more often. Ray Schultz was kind, patient, and gentle with kids who didn’t deserve his grace. His example lingers. I could name so many more – Diane Dawley, Kate Franklin, Deone Drake, Dale Fillmore, Barbara Purvis. Not to mention the ever-kind office staff—Mrs. Voglino, Mrs. Gummo, and the school nurse Mrs. Volkert.
It wasn’t the moments that shaped my time. It was the people.”

“I ended up at CCA because my mom wanted something more for me—a Christ-centered education—but I wasn’t ready to leave Buffalo,” Ken shares. “So, I took two metro buses each morning just to get to school. It wasn’t easy, but looking back, it was worth it.”

“I have always had a strong faith that keeps me focused in life, seeking wisdom and helping me make good decisions that feel best for me. I try to live that out in how I love and serve others I come in contact with.”

“Whether it was doing homework with classmates, mentally preparing for games, or just unwinding, those casual conversations and shared experiences helped build lasting friendships and made my time at CCA truly special.”