Speak up! — Carter Wilson

Carter Wilson (7th grade) said, “Be kind to people and don't let anyone treat you differently because of some problem you have.” Wilson says, “Being kind to people is really good because when you're kind, kindness goes a long way in somebody's day and it can change how…

CAC Fest

CAC Fest is a fun-filled fundraising event coming to Mustang Mountain on May 18th! Last year, CAC Fest had over 600 attendees and raised over $35,000. This year, the school is looking to surpass both of those numbers. Those who attend can expect to dine on some “down-home…

An enchanted evening

Jr/Sr 2023 Program Cover Junior Senior (Jr/Sr), the CAC version of prom, took place last Friday night, April 21st. The day consisted of lots of time to get ready, the Parade of Dates, a banquet, and an afterparty. It is a long-standing school tradition and has become an…

Favorite Looks from JRSR 2023

Elizabeth Colclasure (12th) & Preston Gay (12th) | 10th Grade Student Submission Isabella Keaton | Faculty Submission Macy Wall (11th) & Brody Sample (12th) | Faculty Submission Josie Chapman (11th) & Grant Ward (12th) | Faculty Submission Elyse Sheehy (12th) & Ty Wunderl (12th) | 8th Grade Student…

Ty Wundurl Signs at Huntingdon College

Last Tuesday, April 18th, senior Ty Wunderl signed his letter of intent to wrestle at the collegiate level at Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama. Ty has a long list of achievements, placing 4th in the 2021 Freestyle StateTournament, which secured him a spot on the 2021 and 2022…

Working Student – Becca Rossi

On June 3, 2023, The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts will be hosting an event planned by teens, for teens. In fact, CAC’s very own Becca Rossi is on the Teen Advisory Board for the AMFA. From paintings and pottery, to songs and poetry, middle and high school…

Band Trip

“I believe music opens up the world.” said CAC’s band director, Emily Gaines, regarding the CAC Senior High Band’s trip to Saint Louis. The band has been planning and practicing for this trip, and is so excited that it is finally happening. On this trip the band participated…

Working Student – Jackson Stewart

With two elementary school campuses and a third one on the way, CAC loves having the ability to hire high school students, and giving them the opportunity to gain job experience through working with these campuses. Senior Jackson Stewart is one of these high school students. “What I…

Working Student: Lee Poynter

David’s Burgers in Maumelle is a favorite for many CAC students and families. Along with their great food, they are known for their customer service! Among this group of top notch workers is CAC’s own Lee Poynter.  Lee works after school multiple days a week, and her roles…

Speak Up! — Hannah Custer

This week, the Pony Press asked sophomore Hannah Custer what her advice to the student body would be. She said “for kids in the grades above I would say encourage younger kids and be a good example because any encounter you have with them they will cherish forever!…