Blazer News
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
 
SEPTEMBER

21.............Jeans Day (K-8)
                    Family Swim Night at YMCA Water Park
28.............Jeans Day (K-8)
                    Spirit Day (PK-12)
                    Keva Day (PK-12)

OCTOBER
1-5............Book Fair
4...............Book Fair Family Night
5...............Jeans Day (K-8)
5-6............
Fall Classic Fishing Tournament
12.............No School, Professional Day
15.............2nd Quarter Begins
19.............Jeans Day (K-8)
23.............Parent/Teacher Conference Day

                     Early Dismissal
IN THIS ISSUE
September 18, 2012






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SwimFamily Swim Night
Friday, September 21 from 6-8 p.m.Family Swim Night - Fun for the Whole Family

Potter Park YMCA

 

The PTA is hosting a night at the water park for SCS families to swim and fellowship together.  The entire water park will be open just for SCS, so don't miss out on all the fun!

Cost: $5 per child, adults free, max $20 per family.  Concessions available.
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FishingRegister Today for Our Fishing Tournament Fishing Tournament October 5-6
Get Your Drawing Tickets Today
and you could be the lucky winner of a
Rod & Reel Combo or Marine Battery
$5 per ticket or 5 tickets for $20
Tickets can be purchased at the front office
and you don't have to be present to win.

2 rod & reel combos & 5 marine battery winners will be drawn
Saturday, October 6 at the awards dinner.
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YearbookYearbook Portraits

Yearbook Pictures  

View Schedule  

 

Jessica Overholt Photography will be taking individual portraits and class photos on the dates listed (click on "View Schedule" above) and this will be a dress-up/no uniform day for your child.

  

Approximately one week after your child's portraits are taken the images will be uploaded to an online viewing gallery.  There you will be able to choose from up to four different images of your child for ordering.  Click here for ordering instructions.

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SpiritShirtSpirit Shirt Design Contest
Your Design Here The PTA is sponsoring the 2012-13 Spirit Shirt Design Contest.  This contest is open to all SCS elementary, middle and high school students.

We're looking for a shirt that everyone can wear on Spirit Days, to games, to family fun events, off-campus and wherever you may go, and this is YOUR chance to be a part of the winning design!


Submit designs by September 28th to the front office.  Click here for details.
 
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BookFairNew This Year: Fall Book Fair Family Night
Thursday, October 4
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Media Center

Book Fair The book fair is coming!  It will be open daily during school Monday, October 1st, through Friday, October 5th.   

 

But don't miss your opportunity this year to come pick out some great books, eat some great desserts and visit with other families and friends at the first ever Fall Book Fair Family Night! The event will be held on Thursday, October 4th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.  Come join us for a great evening!

 

Also, if you would like to volunteer to help with the Book Fair please contact media center specialist Michelle Jensen

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RenWebAppRenWeb/ParentsWeb App Now Available

RenWeb has come out with an app (RenWeb Home) which provides convenient access to ParentsWeb from an iPod, iPhone or iPad. 

 

RenWeb Home information includes: RenWeb's New App 

SCHOOL INFORMATION

  • Calendar Events
  • Announcements
  • School Directory Information

STUDENT INFORMATION

  • Homework Assignments
  • Lesson Plans
  • Daily Grades
  • Report Cards
  • Attendance
  • Behavior Events
  • Class Schedules

FAMILY INFORMATION

  • Demographic and Contact Information for Family Members on File

Note: RenWeb charges an annual subscription of $4.99 per year which covers all devices for every parent and student in your household as recorded in RenWeb. 

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MagazineMagazine Drive a Success
The magazine drive raised over $7,600!  Thank you for all your support!

 

The top selling classes were 4th, 5th, & 8th grades.  Way to go!  Those classes will get to enjoy a visit from the ice cream truck.

 

Kudos to the top sellers Casey Carle (6th) and Joshua Fitzgerald (4th)!

 

Students who sold 6 or more magazines will be able to attend the Matt Wilhelm event in December.  Click here to see the list of students who will be attending.

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VolunteerParent Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Logo Picture Days

Dates: Sept. 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28

Time: 1 to 2 hours in the morning on picture days

Details: Volunteers are needed to assist the photographer with students during their scheduled picture time.   You can help one day or more based on your availability.

Contact:  Jen Godshall at 371-6481, ext. 247

 

Book Fair

Dates: October 1-5

Time: Any time during school hours and/or during the Book Fair Family Night from 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Details: Volunteers are needed for setup the week prior to the fair, to be cashiers during the fair, and to break down the book fair on the last day.

Contact: Michelle Jensen at 371-6481, ext. 237  

 

Homecoming & Fall Festival

Dates: November 2 & 3

Details: Volunteers are needed to help with plans prior to the event or to help the day of the event.

Contact: Betsy Christner at 371-6481, ext. 222

 

PTA

Details: The Parent Teacher Association is always looking for parents to help with their events and activities such as Swim Night, Family Dinner Nights, Parent Coffees, and Faculty/Staff Appreciation.  

Contact: Jeff Kral, PTA President, at 923-0684 

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PrayerPrayer Requests
Prayer Request Do you have a prayer need for yourself or others?
Email prayers@sarasotachristian.org or click the prayer request link on our homepage anytime. We want to pray for you.
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EmployeeNominate a Star SCS Employee
Employee of the Month Each month the PTA and SCS Administration will recognize a different teacher or staff member based on his/her contributions to the school, job excellence, leadership qualities, community involvement, outstanding dedication, teamwork and positive attitude and a variety of other criteria.

Download the nomination form and nominate someone who you think deserves to be recognized. 
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DiscountLocal Businesses Discount Card Available
Business Discount Card The Athletic Booster Club is once again offering a card with discounts for local businesses/restaurants for only $10. 

Businesses include: Outback, Don Pablo's, Pinchers, Perkins, Dairy Queen, Detwilers Farm Market, Honey Baked Ham, SRQ Pizza, Applebees, Keva Juice, AB Nails, Jiffy Lube, and Living Word.

Cards are available for purchase at the front desk and proceeds support the athletic program.
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HomeGamesUpcoming Athletic Home Games
Come out and cheer on our teams at their upcoming home games.

Today - 9/18

Middle School Varsity Girls Volleyball vs St. Pete Canterbury @5:00 pm

Varsity Girls Volleyball vs St. Pete Canterbury @ 6:00 pm

 

Tuesday - 9/25

Middle School Varsity Girls Volleyball vs Tabernacle @ 4:00 pm

 Go Blazers!

Thursday - 9/27    

Middle School JV Girls Volleyball vs St. Charles @ 4:00 pm

 

Thursday - 10/4 

Middle School Varsity Girls Volleyball vs Lakeside @ 5:00 pm

Varsity Girls Volleyball vs Lakeside @ 6:00 pm

 

Note: Games are subject to change, so please check the athletic calendar for the most up-to-date information.

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