JANUARY 2017

IMPORTANT DAYS IN JANUARYTuesday, 1/3

Classes resume.Monday, 1/9

PCS Preview DayMonday, 1/16No School.

Teacher in-service.Thursday, 1/19K Round upFriday, 1/20

End of Semester 1Saturday, 1/28Tournament of

ChampionsAthletic Department

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PCS provides:A safe environmentGenuine care for your childAcademic excellenceTeacher accessibility for parentsIntentionality in developing your child’s characterSMART programming for early elementary

THE MISSION OF PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL IS TO BE A CHRIST-CENTERED ACADEMIC COMMUNITY

EQUIPPING STUDENTS TO THINK BIBLICALLY, LIVE WISELY, AND SERVE FAITHFULLY.

Partnering with Christian parents and the local church for over 35 years.

Kindergarten Round-ups A hands on event for children and their parents; Thursday, January 19 and Tuesdays, February 28 and March 21; 5:00 – 6:00 pm. RSVP at 218-236-0500.

Preview DaysFor inquiring students in grades 1-11; Mondays, January 9, February 13, March 20, April 10, and May 8; 8:00 – 11:30 am. RSVP at 218-236-0500

There’s no better way for someone to experience the difference at PCS than to step foot on our campus and meet the education experts! Inquiring families and students are invited to the following exploratory events:

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AM 1100 The Flag Student Athletes of the WeekPCS is proud of Grace Heinen, Ashley Hansen, and Karley Motschenbacher; AM 1100 The Flag student athletes of the week, for their outstanding performance on the court and in the classroom.

Serving FaithfullySarah Herlihy and Keziah Quanbeck accompany the choir every day in practice and for programs and concerts. They play very difficult music and do so very excellently. Sarah also helped organize the music in the office, accompanied the elementary program, and had her own solo performance at the mall. We are proud of and thankful for these gifted and talented young ladies, and thank them for sharing their gifts and talents so generously and joyfully.

Honor Jazz BandOlson Langness auditioned for and participated in the annual Fargo-Moorhead Area Honor Jazz Band on Tuesday November 29th. He performed on the baritone saxophone.

Junior High Knowledge Bowl Team Takes First PlaceUnder the direction of 2013 PCS Alum, Ricky Feir, one of the Jr High Knowledge Bowl teams took 1st place and 2 teams tied for 3rd place out of 21 teams in a meet in Pelican Rapids.

Cheer TeamCongratulations to the 2016-17 Basketball Cheer Team: Jen Fuchs, *Julia Mathews-Halmrast, *Claire Steinberg, Amanda Strom, Maggie Kerrins, Casey Kremke, Stella Kaster, Mikayla Larson, and Loren Steinberg. *CaptainsThe team is coached by Head Coach, Akoya Kitzan, and Assistant Coach, Jessie Aamodt.

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Marketing Class ToursMr. Burgstahler’s Marketing class has gone on two informative, interesting, and inspiring field trips, hearing presentations from the marketing departments of two fine organizations: the Ralph Engelstad Arena and Scheels. They saw behind the scenes work that goes into running these operations and where and how it all happens.

Fill the DomeThank you for participating in Fill the Dome! PCS packaged 170 boxes of food. We will be able to impact many families with your donations! Second grade won the Pizza lunch day.Kindergarten & fourth grades won the Chocolate shakes. Juniors won the trip to the Dome to help pack the food for the area food banks. Student Council also helped pack the food at the Dome.Awesome Job PCS!!!

Author Elizabeth Raum visited with our elementary classes in December.

Caleb Boyer’s Book SigningCaleb Boyer, author and PCS 7th grader, signed books and was interviewed by Mr. Levang in an all school assembly. We are so proud of Caleb! Be sure and get his book and read it!

Class EventsDid you know….that the PCS Grade Captain program lies under the umbrella of the Parent Association? The Grade Captains work to help you be included, informed, and involved! Here are just a couple of the class events that have happened, thanks to the great Grade Captains:“The 2nd grade classes came together in October and had a party at SkateCity. It was amazing. SkateCity was WONDERFUL to work with, we had a great turnout and everyone had so much fun.” Erica Jost, Grade captain for Mrs. Volla’s 2nd grade class. “We had a great 6th grade class party at the Holiday Lights parade, hosted on the rooftop downtown Fargo, complete with cookies and hot chocolate and hot cider.” Jessie Aamodt and Tracy Ziebarth, Grade captains for Mr. Hansen and Mrs. Weinberger’s 6th grade classes.

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Kindergarten Christmas Program

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Emerson R., Scotlyn R.Michael R., Titus N.

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Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

Science Fair Schedule 2017Thursday, January 268:15 am – 12:00 noon – Judging. Judges are from all over the science community. 1:15 -1:30pm - The Awards Ceremony. The public is welcome to this ceremony. 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm - Projects open for public viewing.

The PCS 1st-6th graders attended “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”, at MSUM.

No school. Office closed. School resumes.

ShakeyWednesday. Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

Geography Bee, 1:25 pm, gym; Jr high (grades 7/8) boys’ basketball season starts.

Preview Day8:00–11:30 amK-6 Praise and Worship chapel, Fine Arts room7-12 chapel, Gym, 8:10 am. Guests welcome Elementary (grades 4-6) boys’ basket-ball season starts.

ParentAssociation meeting,6:30 pm, library.

No school. Teacher in-service.

K Round-up, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, K classrooms.

End of Qtr 2/Semester 1

K-3 chapel,Fine Arts room/ 7-12 chapel, Gym, 8:10 am. Guests welcome. Science Fair.

Last day to make schedule changes for Semester 2.

Tournament of Champions,various locations.

4-6 chapel, Fine Arts room/7-12 chapel, Gym, 8:10 am. Guests welcomeSpelling Bee, 9:15 am, gym

Seniorpictures due. See page 8.

ShakeyWednesday. Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

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Cole F.

Trey K.

Rylan L.

Jeremiah B.Taye R.

Julia F.

Isaac D.

Ryan N.

Emma A.Jadyn F.

Hannah W. Ian W.

Addi H. Melia K. Amanda S.

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Expansion Update7First off we want to say ‘Thank You’ to everyone

that stepped in and donated or pledged to allow PCS to Maximize the Match! We are honored and grateful to the hundreds of families, individuals and businesses that said, yes to the Forward in Faith expansion effort. Our goals remain strong with main components being a new education wing, competitive gym, auditorium, and renovations to our current facility. To accomplish this goal, while remaining budget focused, a variety of task forces will continue to serve faithfully over the next couple of months. This is a very high level snap shot of the work that is going on in December and January. Stay tuned for more updates!The Design Team is sending out a Request for Proposal to finalize the master campus plan. The selected firm will work with the Design Team over the next few months to help identify the best way to phase the construction to meet our needs.

THE PCS IMPACTStory of Impact

“Our daughter, Julia, was baptized as a new believer and follower of Christ. When we made plans for her baptism, she asked to invite some of her buddies to come and watch, as well as her teachers. I sent out a little invitation to her teachers with a little note saying how we so appreciate the spiritual investment they have made in Julia‘s life. Her two former teachers and her current teacher came! They of course, were not on the clock. They were not in official capacity. They were there as women who themselves love Jesus, and in turn, were rejoicing with Julia for this life changing decision she has made. As if we weren‘t all ready convinced that Park Christian School truly is all they claim to be.....today would have convinced us. And the impact it made on those in attendance was also profound. Julia Fisher knows she is loved by these three ladies and we are so thankful.Thank you for truly being part of our village. We were so blessed to have had Mrs. Ryding, Mrs. Grinder, and Mrs. Allen with our family on this special day.”John and Abby Fisher

We Maximized the Match...What’s Next?The Finance Team will be reviewing the enrollment model and making revisions based on current trends.

The Capital Campaign team will continue to meet with potential donors and raise money for the project. We are Half Way to our $10 million goal!The Prayer Team will continue to pray for God to continue to bless us with the generosity of those who believe and invest in

the mission of PCS.The Communication Team

will work closely with all teams to share their work and progress

with the PCS family.If you would like to be involved in any part of this exciting work, or have questions, please reach out to our expansion committee chair, Jason Loney at jasonrloney@gmail.com or 701-371-1672.

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tePCS Banquet and AuctionsSaturday, April 8Ramada Plaza Suites, FargoYou don’t want to miss this evening! Plan now to sponsor a table, provide an auction item, invite friends, help with the event…..

Giving Hearts DayGiving Hearts Day – February 9There are so many reasons to give to Park Christian School. Consider what your part might be. You are appreciated. Together, we can do more.Hosted by impactgiveback.org. 24 hour fundraising event

Featuring Special guests – NDSU COED BISON CHEER TEAM to perform and teach cheer camp along with the PCS Falcon Cheer team!Saturday, Feb 4th, 2016,9:30AM – 12:30PMWho: Ages Kindergarten - 6th grade Cost: $30.00Registration due: Mon. Jan. 9th

Saturday, January 28All students involved in PCS and Co-op 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 button on the PCS website home page left side.

Geography & Spelling BeesGeography Bee - Thursday 1/5, 1:25 pm, gymSpelling Bee – Monday, 1/30, 9:15 am, gymFour students from each grade (grades 4-8) will compete in these school level competitions. Please come and enjoy the Bees!

Senior picture deadline February 1st CLASS OF 2017 - please send the following pictures: 1. Digital picture for yearbook. Headshot,

color, portrait layout. Send to: lburgstahler@parkchristianschool.org.

2. Hard copy, wallet size, portrait layout, color, head shot: for wall mounted senior class frame. Give to Mrs. Noyes in the office.

3. Scanned (or hard copy that will be returned) baby picture for the yearbook and JS banquet. Send to lburgstahler@parkchristianschool.org.

Annual PCS Athletics FundraiserTournament of Champions

Jr. High Basketball

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Parent Resources9Holiday Lights at

Lindenwood ParkWe hope you had a chance to go through the park and see all the displays this December. Thank you to the Miller family for checking on the display throughout the month.

Thank You!!! Heaven’s Angels Fund Thank you to the Parent Association and those who gave so generously to gift all the staff with a monetary remembrance through the Heaven’s Angels Fund. The faculty and staff are touched by your thoughtfulness and care.

2016-2017 YearbooksPCS Students and Families: DON’T MISS OUT ON ORDERING A YEARBOOK!!!!To order, visit Jostens.com, type in Park Christian School, and click on Park Christian Jr/Sr High, or click on Park Christian Elementary.The Jr/Sr High book (for 7-12th grades) is $45.00. The Elementary book (for K-6th grades) is $20.00. Customization is available.The deadline to order yearbooks is February 27, 2017.NEW THIS YEAR: Books will be delivered May 22 so students can sign each other’s books.

Join Moms In PrayerMothers around the world come together to passionately pray before God for the lives of their children in more than 140 countries. Imagine the impact of God answering prayers for a generation of children throughout the world.PCS MIP meets every Wednesday, 2:00 pm,in the Conference Room. All moms and grandmoms welcome!

Max A. & Brandon L.

Harry W. Kathryn L.

Rebecca P., Hannah J., Brooklyn F., Ellika J.

Kaleb T., Hazel S., Kendel A., Josiah C.

Carleigh E., Grace W., Kailyn W., Kennedy M.

Cole M., Eric M.

Loren S., Mikayla L.

Alyssa B.Tofer L., Titus L., Nathan B., Nathaniel N.

By raising $1.5M by 12/1/16, Scheels matched this with a $3M gift to PCS. As a result of the match, we are at $5.2M toward the goal of raising $10M for the expansion project.We gathered together to celebrate all that the Lord has done for Park Christian through the Maximize the Match school expansion campaign in an all school Praise and Worship Chapel on Monday, December 5th. We will highlight just a few of the individual gifts given that totaled $1,671,655, 14:

• Two Park Christian sisters (4th grader Kaycee Endreson and kindergartner Tenley) worked in their parent’s pumpkin patch this spring. They donated $250 of their earnings.

• A PCS teacher felt blessed by the Lord and prompted by His Spirit to give $1000 for the Scheels match.

• A couple out of Detroit Lakes with no connection to Park sold some land and wanted to give a portion back to God. They had friends connected to the school and heard about our expansion effort. They wrote a check for $20,000 and sent it in. When we called them, the wife said she believes the world needs more schools like Park Christian where kids can learn both academically and spiritually.

• A PCS parent dropped off a check in the amount of $2,710.64. When we inquired about the “64 cents” she joyfully told us the check was from a semi full of corn!

• An alumni parent called and said that they love and pray for the school often. She grew tearful, saying, “Kids need Park. They need Christian education. What would happen if the school closed?”

• Two different couples donated $50,000 each; one in honor of Mrs. Leedahl and the other in honor of Miss Hoven. Classrooms will be dedicated to these two faithful women.

Many of the gifts were $1,000 or less. We praise Jesus for every gift, every size, and every person. Philippians 4 says it’s all from Him and for Him – God meets all our needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ! *See page 7 for an Expansion Update and stay tuned to see the next steps in reaching our future goals.

Praise and Worship Celebration Chapel