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12/10-12/16 -- L & R Exam Schedule
12/16-- L&R to Dismiss at 12:50.
12/17--L&R to Dismiss at 12:50.
12/17--Christmas Attire Spirit Day
12/17-- NO AFTER CARE
12/20-1/3-- Christmas Break
1/3--Teacher Work Day
1/4--School/MDO Reconvenes
1/5--8th Grade to Huntsville
1/7--Spelling Bee
1/12--L&R Classical Connection
1/13-1/14--Grammar Classical Connection
1/17--NO SCHOOL/MLK, Jr.Day
1/18--Re-Enrollment for 2011/12 School Year Begins
1/21--11th Grade to George Washington Museum
1/21--Chili Cook Off
1/22--Snowball Run
1/22--L&R Snow Ball
1/28--Grammar Production of Robin Hood 7:00pm
1/29--Grammar Production of Robin Hood 5:30pm
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Christmas PTF Program Thanks
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Many thanks to those of you who joined us for "An Evening of Celebration: Songs and Symbols of the Season" last Thursday night. The sanctuary was decorated beautifully by parent volunteers, and the students and faculty worked hard to beautifully present scripture, symbols, celebration, and songs of the Christmas season. The result was a truly worshipful program--one of the loveliest in our eleven year history. Thanks again to all who worked so hard on the program this year, especially the students who, from kindergarten through the senior class, were lights for Christ in this program.
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General Updates
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Important Reminders
All students will be dismissed at 1:00 p.m. this Thursday and Friday with NO AHC on Friday. Also, don't forget that Friday is Christmas Spirit Day! Students may wear Christmas tees, sweaters, sweatshirts with their jeans and tennis shoes this Friday, December 17th.
ECCS CHEERLEADERS AT FULL MOON
The varsity cheerleaders will be waiting tables for tips at Full Moon BBQ in Alabaster on December 17th from 5:00-9:00, December 18th from 5:00-9:00, and December 19th from 11:00-3:00. All proceeds from their tips will go to support the Evangel Varsity Cheerleading program.
2011 ECCS SPELLING BEE
Parents and guests are welcome to attend this year's ECCS Spelling Bee on Friday, January 7th where the top three spellers in third through eighth grades will compete. Much like last year, the logic school Shelby County qualifying bee will immediately follow the grammar school bee which is set to begin that morning at 8:30 a.m.
SNOWBALL RUN There are only a few weeks left to register for our first ever Snowball Run on January 22nd, 2011. Registration will begin at 7 AM and the race will start at 8 AM. We encourage all families at ECCS to participate. Each participant receives a prize packet which includes a race t-shirt. Registration is $25 per person for the 5K & 10K and $15 for the 1-mile Family Fun Run. We have flyers available at the school for our families to distribute in the community. Please contact Mark Gainey in order to receive a few. For more information or to register, visit our official Snowball Run website. GOLF FOR SPRING 2011?
Any students grades 2-12 interested in group Golf lessons at Timberline Golf Club for the sping will need to contact Sheri Garrett at the school for more information. It will require a minimum of ten students.
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Re-Enrollment Dates and Classical Connection
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| ECCS Re-enrollment dates are just around the corner!
As you prayerfully consider your educational options for the coming year, we hope you will choose to continue building upon the foundation of a Christian worldview and the Trivium.
The classical model of education is a tried and true educational approach which follows the natural development of a child's intellect. It begins with the grammar level by presenting the basic facts and principles of learning. It progresses to the logic level by recognizing the students' ability to reason, their natural curiosity, and the desire for ordering of information. Then it matures into the rhetoric stage where students learn to think critically, integrate information, and communicate effectively.
Many parents are looking for just such a model. Please tell your friends and neighbors about ECCS. Invite them to attend our open house "Classical Connection" on the following dates:
Wednesday, January 12th Logic & Rhetoric 8:15-11:00
Thursday, January 13th Grammar 8:00-10:00 Friday, January 14th Grammar 8:00-10:00
We hope each of you will continue your journey with us as we strive to teach Christianly and classically.
Re-enrollment dates are:
Existing families: January 18th-February 7th Priority families: February 7th-February 28th Open enrollment: March 1st
Re-enrollment forms will be sent to all existing families in January. Please be reminded that existing families who wish to apply for Financial Aid for the 2011-12 school year must do so between their enrollment date and April 1st. More information will be forthcoming in January concerning this process. |
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Grammar Updates | |
Congratualtions to the following students who won the top three spots in their grade as the best spellers! These guys will compete against one another for the titles of Winner and Finalist in the ECCS Grammar School Spelling Bee on Friday, January 7th at 8:30a.m. in the Evangel sanctuary.
5th Grade Winners: Tyler Parks, Grant Cotton, and Natalie Boutwell
4th Grade Winners: Lauren Creel, Trevor Russell, and Colten Wrenn
3rd Greade Winners: tie-breaker in progress |
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L & R Christmas Party December 17th
We will have our L & R Christmas party on December 17th, and we are asking students in Grades 6, 8, 10 and 12 to bring the goodies for the party. (We will ask students in grades 7, 9, and 11 to bring the goodies for our end of year party.) We are asking students to bring items as follows:
6th Grade: Bring a 12 pack of canned soft drinks or waters. If you can bring them chilled, that would be helpful.
8th Grade: Bring a salty/savory snack. (Dips welcome)
10th Grade: Bring sweet snacks.
12th Grade: Bring any kind of snack.
Congratulations Spelling Bee Winners!
6th Grade Winners: Alana George, Sarah Murdaugh, Molly Mitchell
7th Grade WInners: Logan Hill, Seth Baylis, Mary Grace Long
8th Grade Winners: Abbey Collins, Andrew Collins, Elise Helton
One of these students will proceed to the Shelby County spelling bee later in January to represent ECCS. Their bee will immediately follow the grammar school bee, which will begin at 8:30a.m., on January 7th in the sanctuary.
Note on Make Up Work
The last make up session of the year will be after school on Friday, December 17th. If any make up work, including any missed exam, is outstanding after that date, it will have to be made up when we return in January. The first make up session in January will be on Wednesday, January 5 if it is needed.
Announcing the Third Annual ECCS Winter Cotillion Formal invitations to the third Annual Winter Cotillion were given to the students this Tuesday. The Cotillion will be held on Friday, February 11 in the Evangel gym. Students will be dismissed at 1:00 that day so that they can rest up and get ready for the evening. Tickets are $30.00 and will cover the costs associated with the event, including a three course meal. Tickets will go on sale on January 4th and must be purchased by January 28th. The event will begin at 6:30 and end at 10:00.
Dress for the Cotillion is semi-formal. Girls should wear dresses, and boys needs to wear coats and ties. Dresses should not be too short, too tight, or too revealing in any way. The girls did a wonderful job of choosing their dresses for the Masquerade, and we are confident that they will make good choices for the Cotillion as well.
A note for those students who don't want to have to wait until February for the next dance--you don't have to! The Second Annual Snow Ball, an informal dance sponsored by the International Travel Club, will be held on January 22. More details from the IT Club will be forthcoming when school resumes in January.
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The Oracle Still Available | |
 Need a Last Minute Christmas Gift? The Oracle is Still Available in the School Office.
Thanks to those of you who turned out for Mrs. Ballstadt's book signing last Thursday night. Copies of The Six and of The Oracle are still available in the school offices for $14.00 each, and they would make great Christmas presents for kids on your list! Also, The Oracle will be added to the list of outside reading options for next semester for L & R students, so any students who want to get a head start on that assignment over the holidays might love a copy. Reviews of The Oracle have been really positive, and we ask that all of you join us in praying that a door of opportunity will open for a publisher to pick up this series. In the meantime, help us spread the word, and once you read the book write a review on Amazon.com. |
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Evangel Mother's Day Out & Preschool Updates | |
Thanks to all who attended the 4K Christmas Program and Brunch on Friday. We had a wonderful time praising the Lord and celebrating the birth of our Savior!
Thank you to all who took part in our Christmas Shoppe. It was a huge success! The children had a wonderful time picking out the perfect gift for their loved ones. Thanks for the opportunity to teach them the joy of giving during this blessed holiday season.
We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! May Christ be the center of your celebration. |
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Thank you for your support and encouragement. Please remember to keep the school in your prayers.
The Faculty and Staff of
Evangel Classical Christian School & Evangel MDO
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