Weekly Update

Another Amazing Grandparents' Day

by:  Hannah Millard, TCS Middle School Student

TCS students were very enthusiastic about this year's Grandparents' Day.  It is always a cheery program and very exciting to see the grandparents gladly tour the school.  The grandparent turnout was great and who wouldn't want to see their grandchild perform in the sanctuary just for them?!?

The program was brought to life as kindergarten through 8th grade students marched into the sanctuary holding flags depicting their grade level.  The singing was led by Wil Brown, Middle School students talked about The Christ School, grandchildren competed against their grandparents in an exciting game show, beautiful music was performed by the students and much, much more made Grandparents' Day 2011 extra special!  Dr. Powell, announced many exciting awards including who had the most grandchildren (19!) and who traveled the farthest (8,000 miles from China).  Grandparents enjoyed watching a video about their grandchildren's wonderful school and the program ended with pictures of grandparents submitted by their proud grandchildren.    Alas, the day was an amazing success!  

To view photos from Grandparents' Day 2011, please visit http://rhparker.com/?sproofing_id=89 

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A BIG thank you to Mrs. Dottie Clendenin and Ms. Laura Spigener,

PTF Grandparents' Day co-chairs.  

 The Beginning of Debate:

The ability to give an effective verbal presentation is an important skill.   Students in Public Speaking / Debate class are currently writing a speech.  Next week they will put it together with nonverbal communication skills we are learning: eye contact, body positioning/movement, gestures, poise and positive attitude! Then, they will discuss the Middle School Public Debate Program rules and the seven key areas of debate.

by:  Kate Tipping

by:  Matthew Bodine

Students Create Art Using Technology 

KidPix continues to be a favorite with kindergarten and first grade students in computer class.  They are learning to maneuver the mouse,  discover the tools of technology and create art!   They are using MANY tools in KidPix, including paint brushes, erasers, shapes, and clipart to make their images of TCS come to life.   

Introducing the

Apple Corps

Daily, fifth grade students eat lunch in the Warehouse.  However, every Wednesday four 5^th graders meet with Mr. Bosscher for lunch in their classroom for a special time together known as the Apple Corps.  Each student is privileged to have a quiet lunch with Mr. Bosscher about once every five weeks.

During lunch, the Apple Corps  discusses how the year has been going, what can be improved in the classroom, and what they have enjoyed about 5^th grade.  Other topics have touched on what they admire about their moms and dads, one thing they appreciate about a classmate, and most recently one thing they would change in their lives.

A good, quiet lunch promotes good conversation.  The Apple Corps has enjoyed great discussions about how God has gifted each of them, the importance of reading the Bible, and the necessity of daily prayer.  Some students now have accountability partners to help them with a personal goal.  Every Apple Corps lunch ends with dessert - one of Mr. Bosscher's homemade chocolate chip cookies!

Save the date, ladies, for our second annual Spirit of the Season luncheon, to be held Wednesday, March 16,  from 11:30 am -1:00 pm, in the King Parlor at First Presbyterian Church.  Join us for a time of fellowship, good food, and guest speaker, Linda Werner, founder of Legacy Principals.  Invitations will follow.  Please reserve your space early as space is limited.  If you have any questions, contact Katie Herlong  or Amy Powell.                                            

How's your summer looking? 

Whether you're pursuing a favorite academic subject, enrichment, sport or just plain fun, The Christ School Summer Odyssey has several opportunities for K-8 grade students.  Our summer program is open to the Orlando community.  You can invite your relatives, friends and neighbors to explore a unique interest in the heart of downtown Orlando.  Classes are filling up -  registration deadline is May 9 -  so get your deposit in to hold your spot now!   What better way to start your summer!  

Invite Your Pastor to School!

We are planning a special Chapel program, and we would like to invite your family's pastor to attend.  We will be including all FPCO pastors, but we would really like to have your child's clergy here, too.  Please provide the name of your church and your pastors, and they will receive a special invitation.  Thank you!

Sports Update

TCS Swimming - It's time to hit the pool Lions! First swim practice is Saturday,  2/26, 11:30 -12:30 pm at the Orlando Aquatic Center.  Let's Swim Lions!

Basketball - It's time to get back on the courts.  Come out and support your Lions!  Let's Roar Lions!

5^th Grade Boys Gold - Saturday, 2/26, 3:00 pm at Master's Academy

5^th Grade Boys Green - Saturday,  2/26, 2:00 pm at Master's Academy

5^th Grade Girls - Saturday, 2/26, 11:00 am at First Academy

4^th Grade Boys - Saturday, 2/26, 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm at Master's Academy

4^th Grade Girls - Saturday, 2/26, 12:00 pm at Master's Academy

Tennis - Our tennis teams are roaring through their season!  Check out these matches:  

Friday,  2/25, 4:00 pm at Fort Gatlin

Wednesday, 3/2, 4:00 pm at Fort Gatlin

Let's serve some Aces Lions!

Track & Field - Runners to your mark! Our track and field teams are ready to open their season with their first meet on Monday, 2/28, 4:30 pm at The First Academy. 

Next practices are Saturday, February 26, 8:30 -10:30 am and Wednesday,  March 2, 4:30 - 5:45 pm at Boone High School.  Let's Run, Jump and Throw Lions!

Volleyball - Volleyball clinics are just around the corner. TCS will offer a volleyball clinic in April for our third and fourth grade girls. Our fifth, sixth and seventh grade girls will have a clinic and try-outs in May.  Stay tuned for details.

Guided By Faith.  Educated for Life.   

Once a Lion, Always a Lion  

Congratulations to Sara Casler (Class of 2008) on being accepted into the Naval Academy's summer program.  Way to Roar, Sara!

TCS Class of 2007:  College acceptance letters are arriving daily and we would love to share what your college plans are after graduation with our TCS Community.