NEWS 

THE OFFICIAL E-NEWSLETTER OF THE CHRIST SCHOOL  

JASON W. POWELL, Ed.D.  

HEAD OF SCHOOL 

 
 
Vote for The Christ School!
Voting for Orlando Magazine's Best of 2016 Ballot ends this Sunday, May 1.  We encourage you to show your school spirit and vote for The Christ School! 
You can vote for TCS in 2 categories: 
- Best Private School (K-8) 
- Best Summer Camp (Summer in the City at The Christ School)
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Father Daughter Dance
The Christ School's Father Daughter Dance is this Saturday, April 30.  The dance will take place from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m at the Marks Street Complex. Volunteers are still needed for set up any time between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. Contact Lynne Clark if you can help.  This is a great opportunity for middle school students to earn volunteer hours. You can still RSVP to attend the dance. To RSVP, please bring a check for $35 per family attending to The Christ School Office.  
 
Higher Learning
Kudos to TCS 7th and 8th grade math teacher TJ Ross, who has been accepted to the Leadership graduate program at Gordon College. The two-year program is designed to prepare teachers to be leaders in a Christian educational setting.  Mr. Ross will travel to Massachusetts to attend school on campus in the summer, and take classes online throughout the rest of the school year as he continues to serve as math teacher at TCS.  "This is a wonderful opportunity to nurture a seed that has been planted in my heart to build my leadership skills in an educational setting," says Mr. Ross. "It is my desire to one day serve as the leader of a Christian school."
 
Tuition Payments
Parents, as we approach the month of May, please remember that tuition payments for the 2016-17 school year are on the horizon. Payments in full are due on June 1. For those who elected to pay tuition in two equal parts, the first payment is due on June 1. All monthly tuition payment plans for 2016-17 will begin on June 5. Within the next two weeks, you will receive an email from FACTS with an amount of tuition owed for 2016-17. If you do not have a FACTS account, please contact Bill Herlong. Be sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming June payment deadlines.
 
Accomplished Alumni
Our 7th and 8th grade Social Studies students were treated to a presentation by Peter Crimmins, TCS class of 2001. Crimmins is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and serves as a Lt. in the Navy. He spoke with the students about his job and his experiences being stationed in the Middle East. He also shared information on Middle Eastern culture. His presentation prompted many eager questions from our students! 
 
Exploring our World
Third grade students are researching and exploring the history, geography, and unique culture of countries across the globe.  The students expanded their learning on a field trip to Epcot, where they explored the countries featured in their World Showcase. They even uncovered some exclusive information about the countries featured there by interviewing some of the employees sponsored by Walt Disney World's International Program. Parents are invited to see the findings of their research at the International Fare on Thursday, May 19, from 2:15 to 3:00 p.m. in rooms 217 and 219, located on the second floor of The Christ School. 
 
Fantastic Floats
Fifth grade students were asked to research one of our 50 states using nonfiction books and the internet. Utilizing their findings, they created floats that depicted characteristics of their state.  Required elements included the state's population, capital, and flag, famous historical people from the state, what the state is famous for, and crops grown in the state.  These creative floats are currently on display in the rotunda outside of the 5th grade classrooms. To conclude the lesson, each child will present a 5 minute speech on their chosen state.  
 
Amphibian Adventures
TCS 7th grade Life Science students concluded their study of animals with an exploration of the creatures that live a "double life" - amphibians. All amphibians begin their lives in the water and eventually move to land.  The students dissected frogs and investigated all of their internal organs, including their tiny lungs. 
 
Summer in the City 
Summer in the City at TCS is only six weeks away!  The deadline to submit Junior Staff applications is this Friday, April 29.  The first week of camp, Summer Celebration, held June 6 - 10, is sold out, and the Junior Staff team for Summer Celebration is full. Visit our website for details and to register for the remaining three weeks. Get ready for summer fun at TCS!
 
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TCS Alumni - Leading with Distinction
The Christ School congratulates Morgan Smith and Matthew Casler, TCS class of 2012, who have been named Valedictorians at Boone High School (BHS). Recently, Matthew received National Journalist of the Year runner up award at the JEA/NSPA conference in Los Angeles, which includes an $850 scholarship. He plans to attend Northwestern University. Morgan served as Copy Editor of the BHS yearbook for two years. This year, Morgan was elected Homecoming Queen and was the Metro Conference Volleyball Scholar Athlete of the Year. She will be studying at University of Florida.

Congratulations to Dominic Orlando, TCS class of 2013, and currently a member of Boone High School's Digital Media Program. Dominic was recognized in the Orange County Student Media Festival.  His video project for yearbook earned a 2nd place award in the Public Service Video category.  
Congratulations to Monica Elise Rowe, TCS class of 2012, who has been named Valedictorian for Cornerstone Charter Academy. Monica studied in Cornerstone's biomedical specialty track and plans to attend Florida State University to major in Chemistry, and then attend graduate school for her P.A. or M.D. degree. Monica is currently President of National Honor Society, and recently passed the rigorous B.A.C.E. examination-Bio-Technician Assistant Credentialing Examination administered by the University of Florida. 
 
Lions'SportsLogo Lions' Sports Update
Mark your calendars for the Lower School Sports Bash on Tuesday, May 10, at 5:00 p.m. in the gym. This event is a celebration of all our lower school athletes who have participated in TCS sports this year. Join us for some fun and prizes!  

Click here for Lions' Sports News.  

 

April 27, 2016

 

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Morning 
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Afternoon

3:15 - 3:35 p.m.

Lower School Carpool 

 

3:35 - 3:50 p.m.

Middle School Carpool

Arts in April
April 1- 30
Father Daughter Dance
Saturday, April 30
7:00 -9:00 p.m.
Marks Street Complex
Middle School
Class Trips
7th grade: May 3 - 6
6th grade: May 4 - 6
Lower School Sports Bash
Tuesday, May 10
5:00 p.m.
TCS gym
New Parent Breakfast
Wednesday, May 11
7:45 a.m.
Edington Ministry Center
Middle School Sports Recognition Chapel
Thursday, May 12
8:10 a.m.
Reformation Chapel
Lions' Day 
All School End of Year Celebration Day
Friday, May 20
Last Day of School
Friday, May 27
Early Release
12:20 p.m. - Lower School
12:35 p.m. - Middle School
Summer in the City
Weekdays,
June 6 - July 1
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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