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October 2015
Evidence of God in Student Writings
English teacher Mrs. Renaud was grading papers recently and could not help but share student writings with the faculty. She stated, “I've been reminded through their papers that God is alive and at work in our students! They are learning incredible life lessons through a variety of experiences, and we get to be a part of that. What a privilege we share!”
Quotes from three student papers:
“And there they were—those stars. I looked at each one of them in awe. Whenever there is so much of God’s beauty around me, I just have to sing. So I did that, quietly, though…. Right after I finished singing those words, a shooting star shot across the sky. I felt as though God did that on purpose to show me how big He is.”
“That moment, standing there in the chapel, on the middle of the stage, crying and holding my siblings was the most beautiful moment of my entire life. …… it was just me and my siblings and the beautiful, powerful presence of God.”
“The pastor gave me a look. I gave him a look. We smiled. I darted into the ocean and was baptized. Something changed in me that week. Whatever I was, whatever I had done prior to that week was old news. I was new and alive in my Savior. I guess now I have a true understanding of what faith is, and what Christ can really do for those who pursue him.”
Yes, Mrs. Renaud, God is working in the lives of our students.
Vol. 14 No. 3
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Please plan to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences in the school gymnasium during the following times:
Monday, October 26, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. School dismissal at 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29, from noon-2:00 p.m. with an 11:30 a.m. school dismissal.
No Classes on Friday, October 30.
Picture Re-Take Day
The school photo photographer will be at PCHS Thursday, October 22, for re-takes. Any students who missed the first picture day or wishes to have their photo re-taken should be available at 8:25 a.m. You must return your original packet of photos for re-takes. Please do not remove photos from the packet.
PCHS Presents "West Side Story"
Tickets are currently on sale in the school office between8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.for Broadway's classic musical,West Side Story. Performances will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the PCHS Vermeer AuditoriumOctober 29, 30, and 31. Reserved tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children. PC High School students have free admittance, but will still need to reserve a seat.
Junior Parents Needed for JSB Planning Committees
PARENTS of JUNIORS – WE NEED YOU!! Planning for the 2016 Junior Senior Banquet will begin soon. Please plan to attend an organizational meeting Monday, November 16, at 5:30 p.m. (note time change from school calendar) in the Pella Christian High School library. Committees for valet, promotions, games and prizes will be organized. If you are interested in helping out with this fun event or just need more information/explanation, please plan to attend.
School Directory Updates
Dia De Haan (Evie Armstrong-9th)
2046 Hickory Trail
Pella, IA 50219
Shaun & Ann Smith (Ezekial-11th)
New E-mail address:
THANK YOU
The PC Eagles football program would like to thank all of you who came out to support us at our pancake breakfast! The freewill donations given will go toward equipment and other items needed for the football program. A special thank you goes to Bonnie for all of her help in the kitchen, Doug Van Wyk for assistance setting up and to the Sully Lion’s for allowing us to use their pancake grill again this year.
PCHS Facebook
Please ‘like’ Pella Christian High School on Facebook and join the conversation to get the word out about Pella Christian High School.
Winterim 2016
Students and teachers have been busy preparing for the fourth annual Winterim at PCHS this coming January. Seventy five juniors and seniors have chosen to do internships at local businesses and organizations! They will be "on the job" for over 40 hours during the seven days of Winterim, seeing and experiencing various occupations in an up-close-and-personal kind of way. Forty-two students will be traveling for Winterim to Costa Rica, Haiti, Washington, DC, and Rehoboth, New Mexico. These students will see not only new places, but will engage in a variety of service projects. The remaining 150 students are busy choosing from a menu of Winterim classes. On October 21 students will attend a Winterim Fair in which they hear about classes from PCHS teachers, and also several parent, constituent, and community area teachers. Classes this year will include service project classes, outdoors-type classes, a class on Chinese culture, sign language class, an emergency response management class, some cooking classes, and some biblical identity classes - over 25 choices in all! January 4-8 and 11-12 are the dates for Winterim 2016.
PC Window Decals
PCGS Partners in Education is selling PC window decals for $5 each. They are available in the high school office for a limited time.
Boosters Discount Card
On behalf of the local Booster Clubs and select local businesses, the Pella/Pella Christian Booster Card, is once again available for $20. All money from the Booster Card will be given to the Pella Community Booster Club and the Pella Christian Booster Club. The very best deals for several popular local businesses are included on this card and nowhere else. The discount card is the perfect way to support local businesses and the schools. Cards are now available at Pizza Ranch, Pella High School, Pella Christian High School and the Pella Middle School.
Upcoming Events
October
22 School Picture Re-Takes 8:25 a.m.
24 All-State Music Auditions
ACT Testing at PCHS
26 1:30 Dismissal for PTC from 6-9:00 p.m.
27 Regional Volleyball 7:00 p.m. at Eddyville
28 1:30 Dismissal Musical Matinee
Football Playoffs: site and time TBD
29 11:30 Dismissal for PTC noon-2:00 p.m.
29-31 Fall Musical “West Side Story” 7:00 p.m.
30 No Classes – Teacher Work Day
Regional Volleyball at Eddyville
31 State Drill Team Solo Competition at Newton Community HS
State Cross Country Meet at Fort Dodge
November
2 Second Round Football Playoffs
4 1:30 Dismissal for Teacher In-Service
Regional Volleyball Finals at Pleasantville 7:00 p.m.
5 Blood Drive at PCHS
6 Third Round Football Playoffs
7 State Cheer Competition at State Fairgrounds
10-13 State Volleyball Tournament
12 Homeroom: Jostens Graduation Presentation to Senior Class
14 Football Semi-Finals
Tulip Queen Announcement Party at PHS
16 Junior Parents JSB Kick-Off Meeting 5:30 p.m.
Football Banquet 6:30 p.m.
17 LHC Choir Festival 7:00 p.m. at Norwalk
19 Jostens Cap & Gown Order Day for Seniors 7:45-8:25 a.m.
19-20 State Football
21 All-State Music Concert at ISU 7:30 p.m.
23 Board Meeting 7:00 p.m.
24 8th Grade Visit Day
25 11:30 a.m. Dismissal
26-27 Thanksgiving Break
Athletic Post-Season Activities
Post-Season Volleyball
Rounds 2 & 3 - October 27 & 30,7:00 p.m. at Eddyville
Regional Championship - Nov 4 at Pleasantville
State Volleyball - November 10-13 in Cedar Rapids
Post-Season Cross Country
Class 2A State Qualifying Meet - October 22 at the Ankeny Centennial Race-course and start time TBD
State Cross Country - at Fort Dodge Saturday, October 31.
Football Playoffs
First Round - Wed. October 28 - Opponent and site TBD.
Additional Rounds - Advancing team will play on the following dates: Nov. 2, 6, & 14.
Finals - played on Nov. 19 & 20.
Basketball
Girls basketball practice beginsMonday, November 9.
Boys basketball practice begins November16.
Coed Bowling practice begins November 9.
Wrestling practice begins November 16.
A current physical (within 13 months) must be on file before aplayer may begin practice for any sport. The physical form is available on the school web site and in the school office.
PC athletic schedules can be viewed at
www.littlehawkeyeconference.com
SENIOR PARENTS
Please remember that a photo of your senior for yearbook use is due byThursday, Nov. 5. A printed or high resolution digital copy of a head and shoulders shot that meets the dress code should be submitted to Mrs. Vander Wal at . More specific details about size, resolution and dress code can be found on thewww.pceagles.org homepage under the "senior photo information" icon found in the middle of the page. (Just look for the guy with the afro!)
Christmas Banquet Attire
Just a reminder that attire for the Christmas Banquet is recommended to simply be Sunday best. Students should dress up a bit and look nice but stay within the same guidelines as the school dress code with a couple of differences. Here is the board-set policy for dress guidelines. Moms and girls may always bring in a dress for approval at the school office prior to the event if you are in doubt.
·Dresses need to be at least knee length with no slits higher than knee length.
· The top of the dress may not show any cleavage when standing up or bending forward.
·The back of the dresses may not come below one inch under the shoulder blades.
·Dresses may not have any holes or see-through areas that show any cleavage, stomach, lower back or any part of the leg above the knee.
·Lace-up dresses: the laces must come together with no gaps or there must be a privacy panel to cover up the back.
Christian Service Hours Program Pella Christian High School implemented a Christian Service Program in 2014 where students are required to complete a minimum of 10 hours of service per year. As a response to the great gift of salvation, freely given to us through Jesus Christ, Christians are called to live a life of service for God. We want all of our students at PC to experience the joy of serving others and although many of them already get these experiences through excellent youth group and family provided opportunities, others may need a little more prodding out of their comfort zone into new experiences. An individual service hour requirement may allow students to take ownership and explore service opportunities that meet their personal gifts and interests and the needs of individuals and agencies that can use assistance. Our ultimate goal is that Pella Christian graduates will make Kingdom service a life habit.The Christian Service Program details can be found on the school website under the Student tab. Here you will find the procedure for turning in the hours, the form needed, and a list of what would and would not qualify for service hours.
Dollars for Scholars
Pella Dollars for Scholars continues to assistPella Christian and Pella Community high school graduateswith scholarships for post-secondary education, but we need your help! September marks the beginning of our appeal to raise money for our general fund. Themajority of our scholarships are paid for by private donors who remain committed to the cause of continuing education, and money is safely set aside to fill that commitment. But Pella DFS also contributesabout $10,000 each year for “Honors” scholarships from our general funds,ensuring that a minimum $250 scholarshipisavailable to every senior graduating from Pella schools.In addition, our operating expenses each year average between $3,500 and $5,500. Your gift, no matter how large or small will be greatly appreciated and help us continue our mission to, “engage a community partnership to assure graduates ofPella Community High School and Pella Christian High School receive financial support for post-secondary education.” Join this community partnership by visiting pella.dollarsforscholars.org to make a contribution, to set up a designated scholarship or to find out more or mail your contribution to Pella DFS, PO Box 131, Pella, IA 50219.
Notice: Corporal Punishment, Restraint, and Physical Confinement and Detention
We are required by Iowa Code to provide you with this information each year.
State law forbids school employees from using corporal punishment against any student. Certain actions by school employees are not considered corporal punishment.Additionally, school employees may use “reasonable and necessary force, not designed or intended to cause pain” to do certain things, such as prevent harm to persons or property.
State law also places limits on school employees’ abilities to restrain or confine and detain any student. The law limits why, how, where, and for how long a school employee may restrain or confine and detain a child. If a child is restrained or confined and detained, the school must maintain documentation and must provide certain types of notice to the child’s parent. If you have any questions about this state law, please contact Clyde Rinsema. The complete text of the law and additional information is available on the Iowa Department of Education’s web site: www.iowa.gov/educate.