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School News & Events                             
Rain Brings Flooding And Two Days Of School Closures
Historic levels of rain and flooding pounded South Carolina over the past several days. 3rd Grade teacher Elizabeth Drechsler shows the amount of flooding in her neighborhood.
While PCA students returned to classrooms today, we continue to pray for those in the Lowcountry and around the state who have experienced devastating flooding.
Many of our parents have asked whether there will be make-up days for the two missed school days. Headmaster Mike Lindsey and PCA Board Members will be discussing the issue of make-up days and we will inform you as soon as a decision is made.
Flu Vaccine Available To PCA Students On October 20th
PCA is partnering with Unity Health and Wellness, LLC to provide voluntary flu vaccines to students in Preschool through Grade 12. 
The Flu Clinic will take place on Tuesday, October 20th and will offer the seasonal nasal mist flu vaccine.
There will no charge for the vaccination, but it will be submitted to your insurance.  No student will be denied due to a lack of insurance. 

If you would like for your child to receive the nasal mist flu vaccine, you must fill out the consent form and return it to the school no later than Wednesday, October 14th.

You can learn more about the influenza vaccine including who should and should not be vaccinated by clicking here for the vaccine information statement provided by the CDC.
Faculty Member Invited To Showcase Artwork 
As a passionate artist, PCA Art Teacher Cynthia Huston helps students discover the joy of creative expression.
Now she will be showcasing her own work in an upcoming Studio Art Show and Reception.
The Art Show features Ms. Huston along with sixteen others who take weekly painting classes from Laurie Meyer, a well-known, award winning, international artist. Ms. Huston says her students are fascinated by the fact that she's still taking art lessons even now.
"I tell them that we are never to old to stop learning and that there is wisdom in knowing there is still much to be learned in this life God has so abundantly given us!  
You'll be able to simply view or purchase Cynthia Huston's original, framed oil paintings at the art show this Thursday, October 8th on Daniel Island in the lobby of the UBS building at 900 Island Park Drive.  The art show and reception is a drop-in from 6 to 9 pm. 
Order Your Yearbook Before January Deadline
Keep the wonderful memories of the 2015-16 school year alive by purchasing a Palmetto Christian Academy yearbook. Full of incredible pictures and details of everything PCA, your student will enjoy pouring over the pages and remembering special events. You can purchase your yearbook for $25 and personalize it at an additional cost.


Please print your receipt for your records so that you will have confirmation that you have ordered your child's yearbook for this school year.
No Chapel Attire Required On Wednesday
While chapel will be held for all students tomorrow, please note that both Upper and Lower School students are not required to wear chapel uniforms due to PCA promotional photographs taking place on this day.  We ask all students to wear their regular school uniforms to chapel. 
PTF News - "Parent Teacher Fellowship"
Box Tops For Education Challenge!
Our Kindergarten through 6th Grade students are collecting Box Tops that will earn cash for our school.
Here's a look at this week's results: 
1st Place - Mrs. Shogren
2nd Place - Mrs. Welch
3rd Place - Mrs. Olson

The top two classes who have the highest Box Top collections will receive Krispy Kreme donuts before Christmas break!
Get Connected - Like Us On Facebook
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and enjoy pictures of everyday events here at PCA.
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Eagle Athletics                                        
Kevin Iriart Selected As SCISA Player Of The Week
Congratulations to Senior Kevin Iriart for being selected as SCISA Player of the Week for his outstanding play in a 40-0 win over Bible Baptist!
Kevin scored 4 touchdowns in the game. He had 2 receptions for 111 yards scoring twice and averaged 5 yards per carry with 2 rushing td's. On defense, Kevin had 5 tackles on the night from the cornerback position. Great job Kevin!!

Our next Varsity Football Game is a HOME GAME this Friday night against Northwood.  Kickoff is 7:30 pm at Park West Field.  Come out and cheer on our Varsity Eagles!
Varsity Volleyball Team Defeats Northwood Academy
Congratulations to our Varsity Volleyball team for a 3-1 win over Northwood Academy last Thursday night.
Here's a breakdown of the game scores: 29-27, 22-25, 25-10, 25-23. 
Our Lady Eagles are now 6-7 on the season.
Tonight's JV and Varsity Volleyball games at Ashley Hall are still scheduled.  
JV begins at 4:30 pm... Varsity starts at 5:30 pm.
Let's support our Lady Eagles!!! 
Trident Basketball League Sign-Up Now Open
PCA is pleased to participate again this year in the Trident Basketball League for Grades 5th-8th.
Sign-ups for both boys and girls basketball will be open from Monday, October 5th - Monday, October 19th
Cost is $50 per child. 
Simply click here to make the payment under Athletic Fees and your child will be registered to play.

There are no tryouts for this league.  Please note that if your child signs up for Trident and then makes the PCA JV Basketball team, your Trident athletic fee will be applied to the JV team fee, and your child will be removed from the Trident roster.  JV and Varsity Basketball tryouts are scheduled for November 2nd and 3rd. 

We need volunteer coaches!  If you are willing to coach a Trident team please contact Di Hirshman at [email protected] by October 19th.

**Important:  We do not currently have dates or locations for practices and games.  Practice schedules will be determined by individual coaches once teams are formed.  We will provide game schedules as soon as they are made available to us.
Athletic Booster Club Meeting Tonight!
Get involved in supporting PCA athletes in all grades!
Be sure to join us for our Athletic Booster Club meeting tonight, Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30 pm in Room B214.
We'll see you there!
Tennis Informational Meeting This Wednesday
If you have a child between the ages of 4 to 18 who plays tennis or is interested in learning to play, we invite you to join us on 
Wednesday, October 7th for a Tennis Informational Meeting.  Find out how your child can be a part of our successful PCA tennis program as well as participate in the upcoming Elementary/Middle School Tennis League this spring.
Here's what you need to know:
What? Tennis Meeting on Oct. 7th for girls and boys teams
When? 3:00 to 3:30 pm for ages 4 - 11
             3:30 to 4 pm for ages 12-18 including current JV/Varsity                    boys and girls teams
Where? Room B214
Middle School Baseball Informational Meeting Next Week
If your child is interested in playing baseball for the PCA Middle School team, please join us for a Baseball Informational Meeting on Tuesday, October 13th at 6 pm 
in Room B214.  
This team is for students in Grades 6-8.
You'll meet PCA's new Middle School Baseball Head Coach Mike Basha who has coached Cario Middle School's baseball team as well as the Charleston Lightning travel team.
Plus, find out more about our plans for the upcoming season.
We look forward to seeing you there! 
Sign Up To Volunteer - School, Sports and More!!!
We Need Your Help... Concessions, Lunches and Spirit Store
Take a minute to see where you can volunteer your time and sign up online in one quick and easy step!

Lunch Volunteers - Click here

Varsity Football Gate  - Click here

Middle School Football Gate and Concessions - Click here

Volleyball Gate and Concessions - Click here

Spirit Store - Click here

K-2nd Grade Breakroom - Click here

3rd-7th Grade Breakroom - Click here

Fine Arts Breakroom - Click here

PCA Office Administration Breakroom - Click here
Important Dates to Remember
  • October 6 - Athletic Booster Club Meeting
  • October 8 - FCA Breakfast
  • October 14 - End of 1st Quarter
  • October 14 - PSAT Testing
  • October 15 & 16 - Fall Break
  • October 22 - FCA Breakfast
  • October 28 - Make-up Picture Day
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