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E-News
September 14, 2012
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HIGHLIGHTS
Homecoming 2012: October 9 - 12
The Homecoming theme for this year is Beyond the Blueprint. We want to think beyond ourselves and imprint God's word on our hearts. We will win in life because of the REAL playbook we follow.
Dress Up Days:
- "Old People" Day (Tuesday)
- Pirate Day (Wednesday
- Campfire Day (Thursday)
- Spirit Day (Friday)
They dressed in 50's attire for Harding Academy's 60th birthday and had a sock hop. Watch the video!
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PRESIDENT'S BLOG Please visit Mr. Williamson's blog, Reflections: News, Notes, and Musings from the President's Office - click here.It will be available from the Faculty / Staff page of the website and from the Quick Links section of the E-News.
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Cordova Lions on the Lawn:
Who? All Harding families
When? September 28th, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Where? Harding Academy Cordova
What? Food, fellowship, and fun before the varsity football game against the FACS Crusaders
Bring? Lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets or order a Jason's Deli boxed lunch - register here Order deadline is 9/26.
We will have inflatables, live music, recreational games, a visit from our President, and a pep rally. Learn more!
LEAP (After-school Enrichment)
- Guitar at White Station (JK - 6)
- Mad Science at White Station (JK - 6)
- Chess at White Station and Cordova (1st - 6th)
- LEAP Band (grades 5 - 6)
- Register at www.hardinglions.org/leap
- Email Sheryl Ragland for more information.
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LOWER SCHOOL NEWS
Cordova LS Newsletter
White Station LS Newsletter
Cordova Lions on the Lawn
Who? All Harding families
When? September 28th, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Where? Harding Academy Cordova
What? Food, fellowship, and fun before the varsity football game against the FACS Crusaders
Bring? Lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets or order a Jason's Deli boxed lunch - register here
Order deadline is 9/26.
We will have inflatables, live music, recreational games, a visit from our president, and a pep rally. Learn more!
LEAP Register now!
- Guitar at White Station (JK - 6)
- Mad Science at White Station (JK - 6)
- Chess at White Station and Cordova (1st - 6th)
- LEAP Band (grades 5 - 6)
- Register at www.hardinglions.org/leap
- Email Sheryl Ragland for more information
Power of Prayer (POP) @ Cordova
Parents interested in praying for the school are invited to attend the POP group at Harding Cordova on the following Wednesdays at 8:15 a.m. in the library:- September 25
- October 9
- October 23
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UPPER SCHOOL NEWS
Mrs. Semore's Upper School Blog
ACT Prep Classes
The December 8 testing class (11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6) is now registering - click here. Flyers are also available in the Upper School Counseling Office. Cordova Lions on the Lawn Upper School families are invited to attend this event
or tailgate in the Cordova Early Childhood parking lot starting at 4:00 p.m. (see Athletics section)
Counseling Office Parent Meetings
Senior - September 18, 6:30 p.m. Meet in the O. O. Emmons Auditorium. Parents Club
Win a "Spirit Pack" by joining Parents Club. Register now or at the game. The winner will be announced at halftime at the September 14 varsity football game!
Senior Tribute Page Turn orders in to Allie Chester or Mrs. Manning by September 20. Seventh Grade Bible Ceremony
When: Friday, September 21, 9:25 - 10:20 a.m.
Where: O. O. Emmons Auditorium
Who: All Harding Academy seventh grade students, their parents, and friends are welcome. Pictures of the students receiving their Bibles will be taken and available on the website after the ceremony.
What: Special ceremony welcoming the seventh graders to Cherry Road.
- We want to show them that God and His Word are central to our identity and desire at this school.
- There will be a special address by Mr. Craig Smith, the son of the late Dr. Gaylon and Mrs. Deanna Smith, the benefactors of the Bible ceremony.
How: All seventh grade students are reminded to wear their required uniform that day.
- Girls: plaid skirts and white blouses
- Boys: white oxford shirts, khaki pants, and red & navy tie
Spanish Club
The Spanish Club kicked off its fall season this week by taking a trip to the Dixon Gallery and Gardens to visit the "Memphis Vive" exhibit that hosts works of art by Latino artists in our own community. Their sponsor is Mr. Matthew West.
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ATHLETICS
Highlights
Kaylah Keys, Harding senior, was named Athlete of the Week by the Commercial Appeal. Read the article.
Will Lawrence, Harding 7th grader, has been selected to play in the Junior Academic All-American Game at the Home Depot Center in Los Angeles, CA on January 4, 2013. Read the article.
Colton Nash, Harding 5th grader, was named an Offense-Defense All-American while attending an Offense-Defense Football Camp this summer. He has been invited to participate in the 7th-annual Offense-Defense Bowl Week festivities taking place at Reliant Stadium in Houston, TX the week of December 26 - January 1.
Varsity Football
September 14 vs SBEC @ Home, 7:00 p.m.
Theme: "Toga"
Enjoy Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream!
September 21 vs St. George's @ Home
Lower School Night at the Football Game
Theme: "Black Out" - Everyone wear black
Enjoy Jerry's SnoCones!
All families are encouraged to attend our football game as our Lions battle the Gryphons of St. George's. Be sure and arrive early to tailgate in the "cove" (tennis court area) at 5:00 p.m. and watch the lower school students run out of the Lion Tunnel at 6:45 p.m. Peewee, lower school, jr. high, and varsity cheerleaders will be performing. Jerry's SnoCones will be a cool treat for everyone to enjoy. Game time is 7:00 p.m. and our theme for the night is "BLACK OUT!" COME EARLY, STAY LATE, AND WEAR BLACK!
September 28 vs FACS @ Away
Cordova Lions on the Lawn w/ tailgating
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This Week in Sports . . .
Picture Schedule (SK - Grade 6) for 9/22
9:00 - 3/4 grade girls soccer - Vesterberg 9:15 - 3/4 grade girls soccer - Maynard 9:30 - 6th grade girls volleyball - Savage/Hill 9:45 - 1/2 grade flag football - Jamerson 10:00 - 1/2 grade girls soccer - Anderson 10:15 - 1/2 grade girls soccer - Gautreaux 10:30 - SK co-ed soccer - both teams 11:15 - 5/6 grade volleyball - David The picture packages are $15.00 per package. There are also other options for purchase. Your coach will have the forms before September 22 to give you so that you will have time to complete the form and have the money and/or checks ready before picture time. Team pictures will be taken on Saturday, September 22, at our Cherry Road campus. Pictures will be taken either inside or outside Ellers gym depending on the weather. In order for your team picture to be in the school annual, you will need to have your picture taken this day.
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CAMPUS MINISTRYFall Praise Night
Tonight, Friday, September 14, thirty minutes after the home game, everyone is invited to the O. O. Emmons Auditorium for a time of praise. #FallPraise for more information! (Time is approximately 9:00 - 10:00 p.m.)
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COMMUNITY
Area Wide Worship
The community is invited to an area wide worship service coordinated by the Germantown and Midtown congregations.
When: Sunday, September 15, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Where: Harding Academy Cherry Road
Beth Moore "Living Proof Live" Simulcast
When: Saturday, September 15, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Highland Church of Christ
All ladies are invited for an amazing time of worship and teaching.
There will be a 1 1/2 hour break for lunch.
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LIONS IN THE NEWS
Have you looked at Lions in the News lately? New entries are ready to read - click here.
- Mark and Roberta Pledge, Harding parents, and their metal fabrication business
- Will Lawrence, 7th grade, selected to play in the Junior Academic All American Football Game
- Robert Ford, Harding parent, pole vaults in Senior Olympics
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