School News & Events 
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PCA Alumni Doing Mission Work And Language Study In The Canary Islands Off The Coast Of Spain
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Written by PCA High School Spanish Teacher Mitzi Loudin
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In Mathew 28:19, we are given the command to go out and make disciples of all nations. Lindsay Tuck, Alumni of PCA, Class of 2013, is doing just that in the Canary Islands off the coast of Spain. As a student at PCA, Lindsay excelled in Spanish and has continued to advance her skills to become a fluent Spanish speaker. Since her time at PCA, she has served in missions work with Camp Brittney in Costa Rica and is now on a study/missions trip through Liberty University. Lindsay and I have maintained a close relationship and get together for lunch or coffee in which we only speak Spanish during our visits together. She has been sending out updates and pictures of her travels and shares how she is encouraging the faith of new believers. Here is an excerpt from one of her letters to friends and family; "In my heart, He is teaching me how He is relevant in every area of life. He is showing me that He and He alone is the HOPE of this world.
Please pray for me as I pray for you, knowing that we have been entrusted with the honor of sharing this HOPE."
Recently, my Spanish 4 students wrote her in Spanish to share in her happiness as her friends come to know the Lord and encourage her to continue her work. We pray she has a safe journey home!
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| Puppet Show "Obra de Marionetas" Presented To K5 |
Spanish 4 students recently composed their own version of "Little Red Riding Hood" in Spanish using complex structures in the past tense. They created their own set and puppets which they used to present to the lower school students. They also led them in a popular Christian children's song in Spanish, "Quien es el rey de la selva". They did a "magnifico" job!
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| The Palmetto Show Features Incredible Artistic Talents |
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Written by PCA Mom Jan Hogan
Photography by PCA Dad Bill Hogan
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Thursday night's Palmetto Show was a feast for the senses! Beautiful artwork by Middle and High School students, as well as Jonathan Green, inspired paintings by 4th graders and printmaking pieces by the 5th grade. Each piece of artwork was displayed and filled the hallways surrounding the Sanctuary. It was wonderful to see the incredible gifts and talents God has blessed our students with and was so clear that these gifts are being masterfully developed and encouraged by our dedicated Fine Arts teachers!
The music program included many enjoyable performances by our amazingly talented choirs (6th Grade, Middle School, High School and Eighth Grade Ladies Ensemble) and the skilled Middle School Band. Sixth grader Maggie O'Hanley delighted the audience with a solo vocal performance of "Tomorrow" from Annie and Samuel Biggerstaff played "Polonaisse in g minor" in a delightful piano solo. Olivia Seitz treated everyone in attendance to a catchy xylophone solo entitled "Xylophone Rag". To top off the night (and gear up for Summer) the High School Choir performed two lively, choreographed pieces: "Under the Boardwalk" and "Surfin' USA" barefoot and in full beach attire! It was nice to see the students having so much fun together as they sang and danced to these oldies but goodies! Performing makes deep connections and brings hearts together.
As printed in the program for the evening, "The PCA Fine Arts Department seeks to teach students about the beauty that God has created. Through the study and display of Visual Art, Music and Drama we strive to glorify God in a way that mere words cannot express. With every stroke of the brush, every beat of the drum, every note that is sung, may Jesus Christ be praised!" He was surely glorified Thursday night as we celebrated the blessings of art and music! Thank you to everyone who worked hard to make the night such a success.
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| 5th Graders Travel Back In Time To Williamsburg |
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Written by PCA Mom Cassy Andrus
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Near the dawn of day, a group of excited, but drowsy, 5th graders boarded a bus bound for Virginia. Acting as some sort of time machine, the bus landed in Richmond in the year 1775 on March 23rd. Young feet hit the ground and walked up to St. John's Church being greeted by men dressed in period costume. The students were ushered into the historic church to witness the democratic process of the Second Virginia Convention. It was here, professional actors portrayed delegates, such as Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and Richard Henry Lee as they passionately discussed the fate of our new land. The reenactment ended with Patrick Henry's "Give me liberty or give me Death" speech that is credited as having swung the vote allowing Virginia troops to fight the Revolutionary War.
The next day, students traveled even further into the past of our country's history to the year 1607 near the site of Jamestown, the first successful English settlement of North America. Students climbed aboard replicas of the original settler's ships, the Susan Constant, Godspeed and the Discovery. They also were led through a recreation of the James Fort from 1610 to 1614. There, the students heard the shots of a musket, felt the weight of the men's armor, realized the convenience of a pulley for hard work, and saw the living arrangements of the early settlers. Next, students toured the gallery exhibits that described the cultures of the Powhatan Indians, Europeans and Africans that co-existed in 17th century Virginia. Lastly, the students explored a life-size recreation of a Powhatan village.
But the day wasn't over yet! In the spirit of the hard working colonists, the 5th graders marched on to Colonial Williamsburg. Colonial Williamsburg is a 301-acre living history museum. The Historical Area includes buildings from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and is an interpretation of a colonial American city. Tour guides escorted the students to the Peyton Randolph House, one of the oldest surviving buildings dating back to 1715. Next, they revisited how important the pulley system was to tasks by retrieving a bucket of water from a well. During students' stroll through town, an occasional stop was made to the local tradesmen such as the cooper (a bucket/barrel maker), the blacksmith and public armoury, silvermaker, wigmaker, and milliner (a seamstress hand-sewing accessories). One of the highlights of the trip was visiting the Courthouse where PCA dad, Jimmy Kaiser, was put on trial for stealing a coffee pot and was found guilty! Obviously, our next trip was to the jailhouse. All was not lost, however. Mr. Kaiser was shown mercy and released to join the class for dinner at King's Tavern. Once dinner had settled, students were treated to an interactive presentation of African American musical culture. Dressed in garments from the 18th century, reenactors taught the students how music told stories of a slave's life on a plantation through rhythms, songs and dances.
Onward to the final day, students visited Thomas Jefferson's personal home known as Monticello, or "small mountain" in Italian. The student's learned more of Jefferson's personal life in addition to his greatest accomplishments. Jefferson was quoted in the year 1787 as saying, "I am as happy no where else and in no other society, and all my wishes end, where I hope my days will end, at Monticello..." Indeed, it was Jefferson's wish to have his tombstone reflect the things he had given to the people. Therefore, when Jefferson passed at the age of 83 years on July 4th, 1826 he was buried at Monticello and his epitaph reads: "...Author of the Declaration of Independence, of the Statute of Virginia for Religious Freedom, and Father of the University of Virginia..."
At last, the 5th grade time machine returned safely to the year 2016 in Mount Pleasant, SC. Parents were hugging their children upon appearance. Undoubtedly, asking how their adventure went. Also, what did they take away from the experience? Hopefully, the modern day students felt the dreams, struggles, and fears of early settlers and patriots, and learned to appreciate the challenges of daily life as preparing for a revolution. But, then again, there are also the forever memories of Golden Corral cotton candy, Michie Tavern's fried chicken, a bus ride full of giggles, late nights and early mornings with friends, and Mrs. Lamar on her scooter.
A special thanks to 5th grade teachers, Mrs. Boling, Mrs. Lamar and Mrs. Moser, for all their coordinating efforts to pull off, yet another, fun-filled annual Williamsburg Trip. Until next year!
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| Kindergartners Learn Valuable Ecology Lessons At The Beach |
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Written by PCA Mom Christie Romine
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The Kindergartners enjoyed a beautiful (and chilly) field trip to the beach at Fort Moultrie on Friday. Our adventure guide taught our budding ecologists about things like barrier island formation, the functions of sand dunes, beach ecology, and about our beloved loggerhead sea turtles. We learned fascinating facts about lots of living and non-living things around the island and how they interact and work together. We were all reminded why we need to care for our wildlife when we visit our beaches, as the things we leave behind can have a significant impact on our ocean and marine life. The kiddos finished the day by enjoying the sunshine, picnic lunches, and soccer on the beach. We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful area where our students are able to see and learn first hand about our beautiful lowcountry islands and ecosystem.
Here is what a few of them had to say about their day at the beach:
Will Terry liked "seeing the cannons at Fort Moultrie, swimming in the "mudpit", and playing with the bubbles on the beach."
Louisa Moore loved "seeing the horseshoe crabs and getting dirty."
Finn Rodenberg enjoyed "getting to play soccer on the beach with his friends."
Anna-Grace Works enjoyed learning "about the ocean, the sea creatures, and how during turtle season the turtles get distracted by the lights instead of the moon."
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| PTF News: Field Day Is Coming This Wednesday! |
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Written by PTF Co-Chair Margaret O'Hanley
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We are in the final countdown until our 2016 Field Day! Chapel was a great success and we have excited students ready for some fun and friendly competition with their fellow tribe members.
-Field Day is THIS WEDNESDAY! We will gather together on the PCA field to assemble, pray and warm up and then walk as a tribe through the path over to the Mt. Pleasant Recreation fields. Parents are welcome to come and watch!
- Wednesday is a half-day dismissal at 11:30 am for Lower School only. All students MUST be dismissed from the classroom. No exceptions.
- Wear PE uniform, sunscreen, bug spray and bring a water bottle. Each tribe will have a colored bandana to show which tribe they belong in. Each child is in one of twelve "Tribes of Israel" indicating that we are all in the family of God.
- Please bring a box of granola bars to share with your classroom. Yes, an entire box! We also have fruit and almost 60 volunteers to nourish over the course of the day. We have never had leftovers!
- It will be a great day!
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| Early Release On May 11th For Lower School Only |
A reminder that next Wednesday, May 11th will be an early release for lower school only.
Students in Grades 6-12 will have a regular school day with a 3 pm dismissal.
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| Join Us For Spirit Day At Chick-fil-A Tomorrow!!! |
There's no need to cook... bring the family to enjoy some Chick-fil-A!
It's PCA Spirit Day at
Chick-fil-A Mount Pleasant on Tuesday, May 10th.
PCA will receive the proceeds from the entire day, so join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Be sure to let the cashier know before ordering that you are there for PCA Spirit Day. We will also be having a participation contest for grades K-5. There will be a bag near the registers. Deposit your receipts in the bag with the name of your child's teacher on the back of the receipt. The class with the highest participation will receive a free nugget tray!
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| Academic Awards Ceremonies and Close Of School |
Be sure to join us for the upcoming Academic Awards Ceremonies for Upper School and the Close of School Program for Lower School.
Here's what you need to know:
Academic Awards Ceremony for Seniors will take place on Wednesday, May 11th at 10:50 am in the Worship Center.
Academic Awards Ceremony for Grades 8-11 will take place on Wednesday, May 18th at 10:50 am in the Worship Center.
Academic Awards Ceremony for Grades 6-7 will take place on Wednesday, May 25th at 11:50 am in the Worship Center.
Lower School Close of School Program for Grades K-5 will take place on Thursday, May 26th at 9 am in the Worship Center.
Lower School students will be awarded Character Traits in their classrooms at a time set by each individual teacher.
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| Final Exam Schedule for Grades 8-12 |
Here's a look at the Final Exam schedule.
First, you'll find the schedule for 8th-11th Grades followed by a link to view the Senior and AP Exam schedule.
8th-11th Grade Schedule:
Exams will take place from
8 am to 11 am each day.
Monday, May 23rd: 1A and 1B
Tuesday, May 24th: 2A and 2B
Wednesday, May 25th: 3A and 3B
Thursday, May 26th: 4A and 4B
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Preschool Press: 4K Students Learn The Wonders Of Water!
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Written by PCA Preschool Director Sharon Basha
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As the Preschool enters its last week of school, students are continuing to learn in unique and fun ways.
Today our 4-year-old students and their teachers jumped in with bare feet to discover the many wonders of water. The students traveled to five different learning stations. First they traveled to an ICE station where they watched a solid ice turn into a liquid, next, they made boats that would float in water. Of course, there was plenty of fun mixed in with the learning as students played in sprinklers and tossed water balloons.
Finally, a "water"melon station was a refreshing way to end our preschool day! Thank you to all the parents that donated items to make this day so much fun. Also a special thank you to our teachers for their hard work in planning a educational fun filled day!
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| Diving And Ducking To Be Dodgeball Champs! |
The Annual PCA Dodgeball Tournament was a HUGE success last Friday night! More than 100 students participated in the festivities sponsored by the PCA Athletic Booster to raise funds in support of PCA Athletics.
In the 3rd/4th grade category, the SkyZone Elite finished the night 5-0 and won the championship. Team members included: Jay Broach, Noah Moser, Joshua Matthews, Ethan Sullivan, Aaron Caddell, Ellie Romine, Seabrook Kellett, Sarah Elizabeth Booker, and Stephen Segars.
The champions in the 6th/7th grade category was TEAM JUAN, also with a 5-0 record. Members of Team Juan included: Drew Ashworth, Tyler Fragola, Ben Fauteux, Ellaree Estes, Bowen Vasko, Libby Ashworth, Kendall Chakeris and Cooper Garner.
In the 8th grade/High School category, the 8th grade team of Thomas Michel, Christian Knizevski, Marc Haight, Will Lewis, Owen Ciali, Joel Osteen, and Davis Hirshman took home the gold going 3-2 against the two high school teams, a team of parents and a team of coaches. This was their second consecutive overall victory in the PCA Dodgeball tournament.
Thanks to all of the players and parents who supported this incredibly fun event!
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| It's Time To Revisit Our PCA Eagles SmugMug Page |
If you haven't checked out our PCA Eagles SmugMug page in a while, you may want to give it a look.
We've uploaded new photos from the Varsity and B-team Baseball seasons, as well as new Track team pictures.
A huge thank you to Sharon Basha for her amazing photography skills and her commitment to PCA Athletics!
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Eagle Athletics 
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| Varsity Girls Track Team Places 2nd In State Meet |
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Written by PCA Athletic Director Dale Hoover
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 Congratulations to our Varsity Girls Track team for finishing as the Runners-up in the SCISA State Track Meet on Saturday. The Eagles lost to 7 time defending champion Spartanburg Christian by 11 points in a back and forth battle that was not decided until the final event. Freshman Brad Chaney was the lone representative of the boys team and finished 5th in the long jump with a mark of 18' 2". On the girls team, Lauren Pernell had an amazing day and was named the High Points Winner (basically the State MVP)! Lauren was the State Champ in the 100 hurdles and 400 hurdles while Catherine Cave was crowned the State Champion in the High Jump. Mackenzie Patrick set a new School Record in the 100 meters and Libby Ashworth set a new School Record in the Triple Jump. The 4x400 team of Catherine Cave, Parker Carson, Kara Ashworth and Mackenzie Patrick broke the School Record as well!
Here's a complete breakdown of the Girls Results: Freshman Lauren Pernell: High Points (State MVP) 36 points (individually scored more than 10 teams)
State Champ 100 hurdles 17.00 seconds State Champ 400 hurdles 1:09.88 New School Record 2nd High Jump 4' 8" 2nd Long Jump 16' 2" Freshman Catherine Cave: 16 points State Champ High Jump 4' 8" 4th 400 meters 1:05.25 Personal Record 5th Long Jump 15' 4" Personal Record Junior Mackenzie Patrick: 24 points 2nd 100 meters 13.23 seconds New School Record 2nd 400 meters 1:01.9 3rd 200 meters 27.80 seconds 7th grader Libby Ashworth: 18 points 2nd Triple Jump 33' 10.5" New School Record 4th Long Jump 15' 5" 4th 100 meters 13.56 seconds 5th 200 meters 28.25 seconds Personal Record 7th grader Kara Ashworth: 8.5 points 4th Triple Jump 30' 8" 6th Long Jump 15' 0" Junior Maggie Hogan: 9.5 points 2nd Pole Vault 7' 0" Junior Caroline Seabrook 7th Discus 72' 1"
4x100 team: 3rd Place 58.62 seconds 6th grader Charlee Olson
7th grader Kara Ashworth 9th grader Aspyn Dorsett Junior Maggie Hogan 4x400 team: 2nd Place 4:26.59 New School Record 9th grader Catherine Cave 7th grader Parker Carson 7th grader Kara Ashworth Junior Mackenzie Patrick 4x800 team: 3rd Place 11:21 7th grader Parker Carson 6th grader Reese Baker Senior Kylee Keenan 6th grader Ella Banks
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| Varsity Girls Soccer Team Wins Region; Heading To State |
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Written by PCA Athletic Director Dale Hoover
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A short-handed PCA girls soccer team traveled to Myrtle Beach for a match last Tuesday against Christian Academy.
While the girls put in a valiant effort, they could not overcome playing without 5 of their top players who also run track and stayed behind to prepare for the State Track Meet held last Saturday. Despite losing 8-0 on Tuesday, the girls team won their region and has made the state playoffs! The Lady Eagles will be taking on Oakbrook Prep in Spartanburg tomorrow afternoon with a 5 pm kickoff.
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| Swim Team Informational Meeting: May 16th |
PCA Students in Grades 5th-11th who are interested in learning more our Eagles Swim Team for the 2016-17
Season are invited to an informational meeting next week.
Join us on Monday, May 16th at 3:10 pm
in Patty Biggerstaff's Classroom, Room A101.
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| Middle School Football Meeting: May 18th |
 All rising middle school boys interested in playing football next year are required to attend an informational meeting concerning the 2016 Middle School Football season. This meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 11th at 3:15 pm in Room B214. Coaches Shogren and Rourk will be on hand to answer questions so parents are highly encouraged to attend. If you absolutely cannot make this meeting, please notify Di Hirshman at dhirshman@palmettochristianacademy.org to state your child's intent to play next year. The schedule will not be completed until June but this meeting is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT in our preparation for the season.
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| Complete Athletic Physicals For Fall Sports Now |
If your child plans to participate in Fall Sports at PCA, his or her athletic physical forms are due prior to the end of the school year.
Forms may be found in the PCA office or on the PCA website by clicking here. Physicals must be renewed each year and a current physical must be on file in the PCA office before an athlete can tryout or participate in practices.
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| College Recruiting Leader To Visit PCA Campus |
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Written by Athletic Director Dale Hoover
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The PCA Athletic Department is proud to announce that we have scheduled a presentation by NCSA recruiting service on May 17th at 6 pm in The Annex!
Mike Dunlevy, the Director of Regional Recruiting/National College Scout, will be on hand to instruct our athletes about the changing landscape of college athletic recruiting. Mike was a coach/recruiter on the college level for 28 years at the Division I, II, and III levels and will give some insight into how our athletes can get noticed for their athletic performances in hopes of playing at the next level. He will also create an online profile for those that desire to take that step. The meeting and profile are free of charge. Several of our athletes have used this company in the past and we have a few with NCSA profiles online right now. NCSA had 20,000 college commits out of their program last year.
If your child is a rising 7th - 12th grader and is interested in possibly playing college athletics, you are highly encouraged to bring them and attend this informative meeting! GO EAGLES!
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| On-Site Cardiovascular Testing Available For PCA Athletes |
The PCA Athletic Department is excited to announce that we will be partnering with Wimbledon Athletics to make on-site cardiovascular testing available for our students. Diagnostic testing can detect underlying vascular conditions, such as blood clots, and unsuspected cardiac abnormalities that could cause sudden cardiac arrest, and we are making it possible for you to take the important step to test for these potentially life-threatening conditions. These tests are designed to reduce the risk of athletes succumbing to a heart condition that is unlikely to be detected during a regular athletic physical.
An e-mail will be sent to all rising 6th - 12th grade parents with more information describing the process involved in scheduling your student for testing. Wimbledon testing will be done on campus from 3 pm - 9:15 pm on Friday, May 13th and from 9 am - 4:30 pm on Saturday, May 14th in the Annex.
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| Sign Up To Volunteer - School, Sports and More!!! |
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Important Dates to Remember
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- May 11 - Field Day for Lower School (Early Release for LS only)
- May 11 - Senior Awards Ceremony
- May 13 - Preschool Last Day of School
- May 18 - 8th - 11th Grade Academic Awards
- May 25 - 6th & 7th Grade Academic Awards
- May 26 - Last Day of School (Early Release)
- May 27 - Class of 2016 Graduation
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