IMPORTANT DAYS IN DECEMBER:

Jesus is born!!Wednesday, 12/25

No school. Merry Christmas!Monday 12/23 – Wednesday, 1/1

Classes ResumeThursday, 1/2

Thursday, December 5, 1:30 pm the 4/5/6th grade choirs will be performing at West Acres, JC Penny wing.

Monday, December 16, 1:15 & 6:30 pm“The Gift of Christmas” featuring the PCS Elementary

Tuesday, December 17, 7:00 pm “Tis the Season!” featuring Park Christian’s

Jr. & Sr. High Choirs & Bands

DECEMBER 2013

Join us for a musical experience celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ

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Basketball Cheer Team AnnouncedCongratulations to the Basketball Cheer team under the direction of Jessie Aamodt and Kirsten Urlacher:

Amy Anfinrud, Kendra Lelm, Christina Overmoe, Megan Hannestad, Olivia Thimjon, Anica Sawchuk, Emily Christoffers, Katrina Haskins, and Carmen Albrecht.

Cross Country RecognitionPark Christian School co-ops with Shanley and Oak Grove for Cross Country. Three PCS athletes, Anica Sawchuk, Emily Hultin, and Kate Lodewyk, competed in the ND State CC meet and Grant Invie was an alternate.

Most Improved: Emily Hultin Captain for 2014: Anica Sawchuk

Football AwardsThe following awards were given at the 2013 year end celebration for Falcon Football:Junior VarsityMVP Lineman: Mark SchwandtMVP Offense: Zach KvalvogMVP Defense: Jordan KerrMost Improved: Josh SmithTitus: Josh JanssenFalcon: Jordan Kerr and Zach Kvalvog

VarsityMVP Lineman: Austen DaughertyMVP Offense: Jared OlsgaardMVP Defense: Matt MobergMost Improved: Jake Stenerson and Seth HeinenTitus: Josh HeinenFalcon: Matt Moberg and Jared Olsgaard

All Tri-County Conference Awards: Jared Olsgaard, Matt Moberg, and Austen Daugherty

Honorable Mention for the North Tri-County Conference: Josh Heinen, Seth Heinen, Jake Stenerson, Liam Huseby and Duncan Hannestad

2014 Football Captains: Kenny Griffis, Liam Huesby and Jake Stenerson

State Swimming/Diving Meet Results Three PCS athletes competed in the ND State Swim and Dive Meet:Andrea Lee in the 200 and 500 Free. Andrea placed 16th in the 500 Free. Emily Tsen competed in the 50 Free and the 100 Back.Amy Anfinrud competed in the 1 meter diving taking 3rd Place in the State!Amy Anfinrud was also named to the All State 1st Team. Congratulations girls!Tennis Awards

Tennis Year End Banquet Recognition:Congratulations to Ander Sawchuk, not only for taking 4th in EDC, being named to the ALL EDC Team, taking 5th in the State Tournament, being named to the All State Team, being a Captain for three years, and also being chosen for the Deacon Award. Great leadership Ander!

Volleyball AwardsYear end Varsity awards presented at the banquet:

Most Improved: Adri KallisHustle Award: Sydney LarsonSpirit Award: Joanna HognessFalcon Award: Kaylee SchultzRuth Award: Morgan RickbeilRookie of the Year: Sydney LarsonMVP: Allison Jorgensen

Honorable Mention All-Conference team: Allison Jorgensen and Sydney Larson

FALL SPORTS AWARDS

Kate L.

Emily H.

Anica S.

Students and chaperones favorite things on the Washington D.C. trip: Korean Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, the Capitol building, the Smithsonian, the Holocaust Museum, African American Cultural Dance Performance, Arlington National Cemetery, The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Starbucks in the airport, Williamsburg, Gettysburg, Mount Vernon, and bonding with classmates.

A quote from one student sums it up for all of them: “The Washington D.C. trip was so much fun and really educational! The entire trip was an amazing glimpse into our country’s history and the sacrifices made for our freedom. The fundraising was totally worth it!”

Students on the Move

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9th Graders in Washington D.C. Jared M., Nate N.

Niisa H., Katherine R.

Josh J.

On the tour bus

9th Grade boys

Lexi N., Sophia S.

Niisa H., Taryn N.

Kaylen Q.

Emily H., Sarah H., Kate L., Destiny M., Carmen A., Jenna O.

Paige B.

Katrina H.

Allison G.

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Cathie ScheidCathie Scheid has been teaching for over 30 years; 19 at PCS as Elementary Choir Teacher (grades 4-6) and Jr. High choir. She has a double major with a Bachelor of Science in Music and Elementary Education from Minot State University, Minot, ND.

Tell me a little bit about your family: I grew up in a loving Christian family with 4 brothers and no sisters. I told my mom when I got married I was going to have 3 girls and no boys. My husband, Ernie and I have 4 sons and no daughters but now 3 sons are married so I have “daughters” and two granddaughters, Ayla and Macie.

Fun Facts:Favorite meal? Anything pasta!

If you could go on vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go?In June 2007 I joined several family members and we went to Israel. If I ever have another opportunity I would want to go back to Israel.

Mrs. SchwartzwalterMrs. Schwartzwalter has always dreamt of teaching in the same building as her daughter. Forty-three years later, she is! She is Mrs. Weinberger’s mother, Mackenzie and Jack’s grandmother, and former K-5th grade classroom teacher and 6th grade music teacher. She taught for 30 years in South Dakota and West Fargo, finishing her formal career in West Fargo for an additional 13 years as a para professional. And she isn’t done teaching!

She now volunteers three mornings a week at Park Christian School assisting three teachers in K and 1st grade.

What do you love most about teaching? My greatest blessing is watching little faces brighten up when they discover that they’ve learned

Electronic reading device or a real book? Real book.

What do you love most about teaching? Helping children learn to use their voices to worship and praise God through singing. Music is a wonderful gift and it should be shared!

What do you like to do in your spare time? Spend time with family and friends, travel, read.

What is a favorite memory of Park Christian School? I love being able to sing about the real meaning of Christmas – Jesus! Every year the elementary choir students sing their Christmas songs at West Acres Mall and those days will always be my favorite memories. The choir students sing and smile and share the good news that our Savior is born. God’s presence is felt and I think He is pleased with His children from PCS who are not ashamed to sing about Jesus in that public place.

The best part about following Jesus is…..knowing that He loves me unconditionally and wants only His best for me. I can rest knowing that He is in control and nothing can separate me from Him!

something new. And, of course, the hugs are always an added blessing!

What does PCS mean to you? PCS is a shining beacon of light in a dark and perplexed world. PCS is here for such a time as this!

The best part about following Jesus is….knowing that through Him I have a future ion heaven where I will see Him face to face.

Original artwork by Allison Jorgensen

Alumni Feature

5Angie ShermanHow long did you attend PCS?I attended PCS for 10 years and graduated in 2010.

Give us a short synopsis of life since PCS –where you attended college, and what are you doing now?Since graduating I have attended North Dakota State University studying Business Administration. I took a brief hiatus to travel around the world with the program Youth with a Mission. During this time I lived in New Zealand for 3 months and took Bible courses. From New Zealand I then traveled for another 3 months through 5 different countries in Southeast Asia doing missionary work.

What are your plans for the immediate future and beyond?My plans right now are to finish up my business degree and then go where God leads me!

Did you feel Park prepared you well for life’s journey? If so, how?Yes. To this day I am still very close with individuals from Park, and am so thankful for the support system of the close knit community. Being around people who are seeking after God and speaking truth into my life helped me to develop confidence in my identity in Christ.

I am also grateful for the work ethic and study habits that I developed while attending PCS. It made the transition from high school to college very smooth.

The best part about following Jesus is……the adventures He takes me on. True fullness of life is only found once we choose to deny ourselves and let Jesus lead.

PCS ALUMNI GAMESSaturday, 12/2111:30 am Men’s Alumni Basketball game

12:30 noonLunch, served in the Commons for Alumni and their families (moms, dads, siblings, grandmas, grandpas, spouses, children, fans)

Call 218-236-0500 to RSVP or e-mail Anne Davis at adavis@parkchristianschool.org by Friday, 12/13. Come see all the improvements in the gym and Commons and enjoy seeing your fellow classmates. Original artwork by

Kaylen Quanbeck

Original artwork by Emily Hultin

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Amy A. Danny Luecke Jeffrey S., Carter A., Allen D.

Ethan J., Jonah W.

Emma Z., Allison A. Mackenzie W.

Halli H., Gabby S.

9th Grade boys

Senior Girls

6th Graders at Bagg Bonanza FarmsMichael R., Sammuel S., Joshua J., Mitch Y.

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6th Grade

Ellika J.

Hunter N.

Sr. High Choir

Kaleb T.

10th Gr. Boys 1st Gr. “surgeons”

William L.Allyson K., Alyssa T.

Libby S.

Jadyn F., Kathryn L., Annika A.

9th Gr. Girls

Jordyn V., Megan H.

Original artwork by Allison Goddin

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Christmas Shopping At The Falcons’ Nest

Sunday, December 8th Barnes & Noble Fargo

Join the 8th grade class for Their Washington D.C. Fundraiser

• 12:30 Guest Speaker: Stew Bass (WW II Veteran that flew an Avenger Airplane that was in on the sinking of the Yamato Super Battleship and it’s escort. You won’t want to miss

this once in a lifetime opportunity!

•There will also be face painting, storytelling, science experiments, mystery “goo”, and much more!

Visit BN.COM/bookfairs to support us online from 12/8/13 to 12/13/13

by entering Bookfair ID 11243482 at checkout.

A percentage of your Barnes & Noble purchases will benefit our school/organization.

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Annual Basketball Tournament of Champions (TOC)PCS TOC - Feb. 1, 2014All students involved in PCS Athletics (grades 7-12) and their parents will be expected to work a shift during the TOC. Please put this important date on your calendar. This tournament is the major fund raiser for our athletic department.

To register a team, click on the Tournament of Champions bar on the PCS website home page. Team Registration deadline is Friday, January 10, 2014.

Many items in stock with additional spirit wear items arriving SOON! Professional wear, beanie hats, baseball caps, performance wear pants and much more. Gift Certificates available. Great Christmas gifts for the Falcon in your life!! The Falcons’ Nest is open from 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays as well as all home games and special events.

“I just wanted to thank your school/football program for the wonderful intro they did to the play-off game between PC & UH-NCE. I have never heard such a positive promotion of sportsmanship, usually, it’s a warning to fans instead. I was also impressed with the intro prior to the National Anthem that reminded fans & players why we play it and who provided us the right to gather for a game. Immediately after that, when the National Anthem started to play, I was once again impressed, if not astounded, that every child on the playground and every person walking to the field from the parking lot, stopped and paid respects during the song.

It was by far, the best intro I have heard for a high school sporting event. Thank you for taking the time to make it positive and reflective.” - sent to us from a visiting fan

Anna S.

Jordyn V., Megan H.

Senior Guys

Original artwork by Jordyn Viland

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In December, we will continue in our study of the theme verses, moving into Romans 12:6-8. Our focus will be on the spiritual gifts God has given to each one of us. We will also discuss how our gifts are different from each other sometimes leading to confusion and conflict. Our goal is to be intentional about seeing each person’s uniqueness and gifts through the eyes of Christ, recognizing what may seem irritating to us may be a demonstration of a gift that is just different than ours.

Look for times to have conversations with your child(ren) about the gifts you see in them and help them to start recognizing the gifts in others too!

Heaven’s AngelsAs Christmas draws near, we would like to remind everyone of our Heaven’s Angels Fund which monetarily gifts our teachers and staff at Christmastime. Donations can be made at any time by dropping them off in the school office with PCS Parent Association “Heaven’s Angels” on the front of the envelope and memo line. We want to thank all those who have donated in the past to allow us to continue with this tradition!

Cost $6 per CarPlease use this coupon when purchasing

your ticket at the park ticket booth. The display is open from

November 29 – December 31, 5:30pm to 10:30pm daily.

Park Christian School will receive a $2 donation for each certificate collected

by the FM Sertoma Club.

2013 Holiday Lights in Lindenwood Park

2013 Holiday Lights in Lindenwood Park

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The Parent Association connects us: through Root Beer Float parties, Skateland, Mentor Families, Grade Captains, Fun Fair, Spring Banquet, and having a table at Back to School Night.The Parents Association encourages us: through Faculty Friends, Hold ‘Em Over food for board meetings, Heaven’s Angels Fund, Teacher Appreciation Week, school Christmas decorating, handmade cards for staff, Xcel Energy Lights Parade float, Holiday Lights at Lindenwood, student bibles at cost, Dove and Sparrow awards.

The Parent Association fundraises for the teachers: through the Silent and Live Auctions at the Spring Banquet, cookbooks, eye glass frames sales, collections and recycling, and the Fun Fair.

Fun FairA huge thanks to all who made this recent event such a success! We hope this was a time for the kids to have fun and the parents to make connections that will last throughout the year!

Book Fair -Thank you for being great shoppers at the PCS Scholastic Book Fair! We look forward to new books in the library as a result of the profits from the fair.Parent Teacher Conference Meals - Thank you parents for the wonderful pre-Parent/Teacher conference meals for the staff! They were delicious and enjoyed by all!!!

Why join the PCS Parent Association

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Wednesday, 12/4Moms In Prayer Christmas Lunch

Lunch from 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm, followed with prayer time from 1:30 - 2:30 pm at Michelle Strinden’s home. Call to RSVP and for directions with Melissa Petry 218.474.0425.

If you have never been to a Mom’s In Prayer time, this would be a perfect time to come! Newcomers welcome!

All PCS Moms and GrandmomsThursday, 12/12DARE Graduation,

1:45 pm in the Fine Arts room

6th Graders and Their Families

Monday, 12/16Mrs. Leedahl and Mrs. Ryding’s K Christmas Program and reception, 9:30 am, in their classrooms, for their parents and families.

Thursday, 12/19Mrs. Browning’s K Christmas Program and reception, 10:00 am, in the Fine Arts room, for their parents and families.

Kindergartners and Their Families

Friday, 1/10Senior Picture Deadline

For Yearbook - please send a DIGITAL picture file and your favorite verse, electronically, to Mrs. King ataking@parkchristianschool.org

For Senior Class Wall Collage - please bring a wallet size, portrait orientation (up and down), hard copy senior picture to Mrs. Noyes.

Seniors, Class of 2014

Claire S., Jacob B.

Anna K.

Jorgen R.

Isaac D., Fredrick L., Natalie B.

Grover B.

Trey K., Micah J., Trey’s little sister, Jonathan H.

Original artwork by Krisann Schwanke

This comment was sent to a PCS dad from a non-PCS business friend,

“I am so glad you guys decided to send your kids to Christian School. It doesn’t cost, it pays.”

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December Athletic Home EventsDecember All-School Calendar

Elementary Chapels: 8:10-8:40 am in Room #309 | Jr/Sr High Chapels: 8:10-8:50 am in the gym.Park Christian School welcomes guests to Chapel.

December Chapel Schedule Dec. 2 7-12 Austin Noyes, (PCS 12th grader) K-3 Christmas Praise & Worship

Dec. 9 7-12 Pastor Cal Thompson, 4-6 Christmas Praise & Worship

Dec. 16 7-12 Pastor Dave Motta - In Fine Arts Room No Elementary Chapel

Dec. 23 & 30 No School

Mom’s In Prayer for Park Christian School meets every Wednesday that school is in session: 2:00–3:00 pm in the Conference Room. Please join this group and pray for your child and the school. You will be glad you came!

Wednesday, 12/4 •ShakeyWednesdayThursday, 12/5 •4th/5th/6thgradeChoirsperformingat West Acres, JC Penny wing, 1:30 pmTuesday, 12/10 •ParentAssoc.meeting,conf.rm.,1:45pm Free childcare.Monday, 12/16 •“TheGiftofChristmas”featuringthePCS Elementary Afternoon program: 1:15 pm, 1st-6th gr. Evening program: 6:30 pm,1st-3rd gr. 7:15 pm, 5th-6th gr. Band & 4th-6th gr. Choirs Tuesday, 12/17 •“TistheSeason!”featuringtheJr&Sr High Choirs and Bands, 7:00 pmWednesday, 12/18 •ShakeyWednesdayMonday, 12/23-Wednesday, 1/1 •NoSchool.MerryChristmas!Tuesday-Wednesday, 12/24-25 and 12/31-1/1 •SchoolOfficeClosed

Tuesday, 12/3 •C/JV/VBBBvsPelicanRapids,4:45/6/7:30 pm Pep band plays.Thursday, 12/5 •JV/VGBBvsB-E,6/7:30 Parent’s NightMonday, 12/9 •C/JV/VBBBvsAda-Borup,4:45/6/7:30pm Pep band plays.Tuesday, 12/10 •JV/VGBBvsAda-Borup,6/7:30pm •JV/VboysHockeyvsRR,5:15/7:30pm,@ Fgo So.Thursday, 12/12 •7/8thgradeGBBvsPelicanRapids, 4:30/5:30 pm, @ Salem East •C/JV/VBBBvsLPA,4:45/6/7:30pmFriday, 12/13 •JV/VGBBvsLPA,6/7:30pm Pep band playsFriday, 12/20 •C/JV/VBBBvsNYM,4:45/6/7:30pm •JV/VboysHockeyvsFgoDavies,5:15/7:30 pm, @ Fgo So.

To get the most up-to-date calendar information click on the calendar page of the website. To stay current, click on the “Notify Me” button located on the calendar page of our website. You will receive notifications of updates as soon as we know of updates. •Undercalendars at ParkChristianSchool.org ‘This month at PCS’ will connect you

with the entire PCS Calendar including PCS athletics.• ‘Athletic Calendars’ will connect you with PCS athletics and/or Co-op Athletics

calendars.•For PCS game/match results, click on calendars/scores/standings on the PCS

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KINDERGARTENROUND-UP

Monday, January 13Tuesday, February 4Monday, March 17

5:00 – 6:00pm

Each event is for children and their parents. Choose a date that is convenient for you to attend.

Please RSVP with Admissions at 218-236-0500

PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

This is my favorite time of the year. I thoroughly enjoy the decorations, the music, and the message of Christmas! I look forward to the concerts, programs, and projects. I love the food, fellowship, and giving. And, most of all, I appreciate how Christ is clearly the center of Christmas at Park Christian School! You can see Christ in the decorations, art work, concerts, and programs. We are “Distinctly Christian. On Purpose.”

I recently had a conversation with a Park mom. She is convinced many more families would choose Park Christian School for their children if they knew more about the school. And, in some cases, if they even knew the school existed at all! Her eyes widened as she expressed how much their family loves the school. She even suggested we consider a daily shuttle bus from Detroit Lakes. Her point was clear. Park Christian School is a great school and more families need to know about it. It is worth the drive and cost to attend. She really blessed me.

Here’s where you come into the picture. More people do need to know about what God is doing at our school and what He might want to do in their lives. By wearing Park Christian apparel or adorning your vehicles with PCS stickers you are helping to promote the school! Mr. Tunheim was wearing a PCS jacket at a restaurant recently and a dad came over to him and asked him questions about the school. The dad said they have been thinking about sending their children to the school and really appreciated talking with him about it.

The Falcons’ Nest has something for you. Maybe it’s a gift for someone else. Or, maybe it’s a shirt, jacket, blanket, hat, or flag for you. Thank you for spreading the word about Park Christian School. God is continuing to do amazing things. Let’s tell people about it!

May your Christmas be truly Christ-centered. Merry Christmas!

Amazed by God,

Kent S. HannestadPresident

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