News from Rejoice Christian Schools

Rejoice Christian Schools
March 12, 2010

ACSI Visitation Team Delivers Glowing Report

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Rejoice Christian Schools is seeking re-accreditation by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). RCS is accredited by ACSI and OPSAC (Oklahoma Private Schools Accrediting Commission) and is currently the second largest ACSI accredited school in Oklahoma and the ninth largest ACSI accredited school in the South Central Region (KS, MO, OK, AR, TX, LA).

Work on the accreditation review has included strategic planning, written self-evaluations, and a campus visit by the ACSI accreditation review team. A seven-person team visited both RCS campuses on March 7- 10, 2010. Following the visit, the reviewers delivered a glowing report.

ACSI visitation team leader, Dallas Caldwell, praised RCS, saying "RCS is the most prepared school I have ever visited for ACSI accreditation." Mr. Caldwell asked fellow visitation team members the question "If you relocated to Owasso, would you enroll your child in Rejoice Christian Schools." The answer was a unanimous "yes."

To achieve ACSI accreditation, a school must satisfy the expectations of a wide range of quality standards related to curriculum, faculty resources, admissions, library and computer facilities, financial resources, and intellectual climate that are all mission-linked and guided by Biblical principles.

We are delighted that the quality of the school's academic and spiritual endeavors has once again made RCS eligible for this important external validation. The renewal of this accreditation by our peers follows a rigorous process that has stretched over several years.

RCS Preschool Holds Canned Food Drive

The Rejoice Christian Schools (RCS) Pre3 classes, taught by Mrs.Longo, Mrs. Hodge and Mrs. King, collected canned food for Neighbors in Need Food Pantry. The students exceeded their goal or 400 cans by collecting 507 cans of food to help provide meals for hungry families in Owasso, Collinsville, Oologah, Sperry and Skiatook.

Pre3 teacher, Theresa King, said "The Pre3 food drive was a huge success. Our students and their families are always willing to help families in need. It is wonderful to see young children learning the importance of giving back."

Neighbors in Need is a ministry of Rejoice Church in Owasso and provides grocery distribution on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 9:30 to 11:30 am. The pantry operates from the Rejoice South Campus located at 12200 E 86 St N in Owasso. Assistance is available to local residents. For more information, contact Neighbors in Need Director, Tiffany Bell, at 272-5291.

RCS Golf and Walk Classic

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Rejoice Christian Schools hosted a dinner and silent auction on Thursday, March 4, 2010 at the RCS North Campus to kick off the Second Annual RCS Golf & Walk Classic. The evening included a short presentation about the upcoming RCS Golf and Walk Classic to be held on Thursday, April 22, 2010.

Rejoice families, as well as community leaders, enjoyed the evening as they came together to support Rejoice Christian Schools. Hillsdale College Professor of Letters, Mr. Denny Kuhn, delivered a message to a crowd of more than 200 about the value of Christian education. Rejoice drama students performed a preview of an upcoming production in full costume and the RCS Elementary Select Choir performed for guests as they dined. The evening ended with the conclusion of the silent auction which raised more than $5,000 for RCS.

The Gala is only the beginning of a much larger event. RCS will host its Second Annual Golf & Walk Classic on April 22, 2010 at the Bailey Ranch Golf Club in Owasso.The Golf & Walk event is the schools' largest fundraiser and through annual support, Rejoice will continue its mission of partnering with parents in training children in Bible-based Christian principles and in the establishment of a high quality academic foundation.

Last year, Rejoice families, friends, churches, and area business owners partnered with RCS to raise $55,000 during the Golf & Walk Classic. In appreciation, golfers received a continental breakfast, lunch, golf shirt, prizes and the opportunity to win $1,000,000 in a hole-in-one contest.

Parents, students, teachers and staff at Rejoice participated in the Golf & Walk Classic on both campuses.The walk included obstacle courses, games, and a dunk tank.The teachers said it was the best day of the school year and the students wanted to do it all over the next day - especially the ice cream truck!

RCS seeks continued participation from the community to continue the advancement of Rejoice Christian Schools. Established in 1992, RCS has provided high quality Christian education to students in the Owasso area for more than seventeen years. Rejoice now leads the way in Christian education ranking in the top 10% academically of all private and public schools in the nation and posting one of the highest senior class ACT averages in the state.

To participate in the Golf & Walk Classic as a sponsor, golfer, or volunteer, please complete and return information provided in the Golf & Walk packet given to students or contact Monica Champ, Event Director, at 516-0026. Special incentives will be given to students who return ten addressed envelopes during the week of March 22nd.

Dates to Remember

March 15 - 19

Spring Break - NO SCHOOL

Mon. - March 22

First Day of the 4th Quarter

Fri. - March 26

Parent Teacher Conferences - NO SCHOOL

Fri. - April 2

Good Friday - NO SCHOOL

Mon. - April 5

Grandparent's Day - North Campus

Tues. - April 6

Grandparent's Day - North Campus

Parent Teacher Fellowship Meeting

Wed. - April 7

Gradnparent's Day - South Campus

North Campus Vision Screenings

April 12th-16th

Stanford Testing

Thur. - April 22nd

RCS Golf and Walk Classic

Classes Filling for 2010-2011 School Year

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It's a great time to be at RCS! In a recent RCS poll, 93% of respondents indicated they have already enrolled for the 2010-2011 school year or plan to enroll in the coming days. RCS is also welcoming many new families in the fall. Thank you for telling your friends and family about the great things happening at Rejoice.

Please be sure to save your child's spot before waiting lists form. For more information about enrolling your child for the 2010-2011 school year, contact an RCS Registrar or visit www.rejoiceschool.com.

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