Mariners Christian School   

Middle School E-News
October 31, 2014
 

"Building a firm foundation through Christ-centered education."

 

 
  

"Since we are 
receiving a 
Kingdom that is unshakable,  
let us be thankful  
and please God 
by worshiping 
Him 
with holy fear 
and awe."  

Hebrews 12:28 NLT  
  
  
In This Issue
Red Ribbon Week
All-School E-News
Conferences
Pancake Breakfast
8th Gr Yearbook
Athletics
Resources
ZP SPANISH
ZP WORSHIP
Auditions
8th H.S. Transition Mtg
Pacifica H.S.
Servite H. S.
Orange Lutheran HS
Connelly H.S.
Estancia H.S.
  
  
  
2014-2015
Upcoming Dates

 

 

NOVEMBER
2: Daylight Savings Ends (fall back)
3: Full Day of School
3: 4th Gr FT Mission 
3-7: Library Book Fair
4-6 Parent Teacher Conferences (Half Days)
4-6: Half Days
7: Full Day of School
7: Pancake Breakfast 
(Freedom Dogs)
7: 8th Gr Dedications/Photos Due
10: MS OCC Assignments Announced
11: A Salute to Veterans
(All MCS Grandparents)
13: Preview Night (for prospective families)
17: MS OCC Drive Ends
18: 8:30 8th Grade Parent High School Transition Mtg
18: TOT - Black Out/Bright White Dress Day
21: Turkey Bowl
21: All-School Chapel
TBD: (POSTPONED) Golf Ball Drop
24-28: No School - Thanksgiving (no ASP)

DECEMBER
4: Instrumental Christmas Concert (6:30)
5: MS OCC Pack & Pray - (Tacky Sweater Dress Day)
11: Messiah for Young Voices (6:30)
16: Take Out Tuesday
19: Red & Green Dress
19: Half Day
22-Jan 2 Christmas Break

JANUARY
5: School Resumes
7: Wear & Share
9: Family Dinner Bingo
12-26: DC Raffle
15: Preview Night
16: ACSI Spelling Bee
19: No School
23: END OF 2ND QTR
27: Take Out Tuesday (Spirit Dress Day)


 
Click for Printable Calendar (includes major all-school dates)


Click for Website Calendar 
(all dates)
 
 

Dates are subject to change.
  

Middle School students observed "Red Ribbon Week," a week focusing on drug prevention awareness.  While the campaign's message is very serious, students reinforced learning with fun activities such as a lunch rally,  balloon toss, red dress day, and most importantly a "natural high" video message  and discussion during class.  

We pray that our students will be "unshakable" in their commitment to living a drug abuse free life in Christ.


  

Reminder to Middle School Parents:  Please read the All-School E-News Weekly.

  1. Facebook
  2. Week of November 3-7
  3. Parent Volunteers for Book Fair
  4. Book Fair November 3-7
  5. Working Wardrobes Donations
  6. Salute to Veterans
  7. Admissions Preview Night
  8. MCS Receives New Benches
  9. Family Pick-Up List
  10. In the News
Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences
November 4th-6th (Half Days)
 
Fall conferences will be held November 4th-6th.  This is an opportunity for parents and their student to meet with teachers to discuss this year's progress.  All families are invited to conference with middle school teachers to continue to partner together for great success. 

Parents should have received an email this week with specific information regarding each student's conference. If you have questions, please contact Robin Walker in the middle school office at [email protected].  

  3D Azure Arrow that is isolated in whiteMiddle School students will be dismissed at 12:30 November 4th-6th. ASP care is available (please see the All-School E-News).

All MCS Families Invited
Pancake Breakfast Hosted by Middle School ASB
Friday, November 7th, 7:15-8:00AM, Lunch Tables

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All students and parents are welcome. Donations only! 

Proceeds will benefit Freedom Dogs, an organization that provides service dogs to returning military who may be struggling with PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), or other specific disabilities.  


MCS is supporting this organization in conjunction with the Salute to Veterans event.  For more information, please visit: www.freedomdogs.org.  Thank you!
3D Azure Arrow that is isolated in white 8th Grade Parent Reminder
One Week Until 
Photos/Dedications Due
November 7th Deadline
 
We thank you in advance for taking the time to get your 8th grader's photos and dedication to us (see overview below). The results will be well worth the effort - your children honored and blessed by your words.  

Please see the below overview from our Yearbook Adviser, Stacey Houston, with details for submitting both the photos and dedication. If you have questions, please contact Stacey Houston at [email protected].  Thank you.

Overview - 8th Grade Yearbook Dedication & Photo


Lion Mascot Fall Athletics Game 
& Practice Schedules
 
Come out and support your LIONS!  Please note the following schedules:

For updates, check the MCS Athletics site.

GO LIONS!

Classroom Technology Resources
 
As we work toward implementing more technology into the classroom and increasing the use of technology to support student learning, it is important that we communicate in a manner that provides access to the available resources in the most beneficial way.  

A Classroom Technology Resources matrix has been created for your reference.  The below matrix includes a complete list of available resources listed by teacher.



Zero Period Spanish Schedule

Zero Period Spanish meets on the following mornings:
  • Mondays, 7:20-7:50 (for *7th Grade): with Se�ora Salcido in room 27 (downstairs science lab)
  • Tuesdays, 7:20-7:50 (for *7th Grade):  with Se�ora Bartlett, room 400 (upstairs Spanish classroom)
  • Wednesdays, 7:20-7:50 (for 8th Grade)with Se�ora Bartlett, room 400 (upstairs Spanish classroom) 
*6th Grade students are welcome to attend the 7th grade sessions offered.

This is an opportunity for students to practice what they are learning in class through engaging activities, fun games, and great conversation! Interested students do not need to sign up but may join the class at any time.


Zero Period Worship Elective
Continues on Wednesdays, 7:20-7:50AM
 
Held in the auditorium every Wednesday morning from 7:20-7:50AM, just show up ready with a heart for worship (no need to sign up in advance).

This class will cover the basics of what it means to be a true worshipper of God with a lens for applying that knowledge toward leading worship.  It will include reading and discussions on systematic theology, servant leadership, and biblical understanding of who God is and why He's worthy of worship.  

Students participating in the elective class do not need to be on the worship team but all who want to learn more about worshipping our God are invited to attend.  It is specifically designed for 7th and 8th graders.  However, 6th graders who would like to attend just need to contact Mr. McCall.  If you have any questions, please contact Mr. McCall at [email protected]
 

"Fiddler on the Roof" Audition Dates Announced
 
Auditions will be held on Monday, January 26, 2015 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Music Room.  Earlier times will be given to those involved in after school sports.  Please prepare 30 seconds to one (1) minute of a song from a musical.  Songs may be sung a Capella or with a karaoke track.  

Students will be informed via email about callbacks. 

Save the Date -
8th Grade Parent High School Transition Mtg
Tuesday, November 18, MPR 

Look for details in next week's E-News.


An Invitation from Pacifica Christian High School


"We invite you to join us for an informative and personal Information Night. Our campus is currently being renovated and outfitted with state of the art furniture and technology as we prepare to welcome students to school in the fall of 2015. Therefore, this fall, Information Nights are being hosted off-campus at Coastline Community College's Newport Beach campus-which is adjacent to Pacifica.

These evenings are designed for families like you to become more familiar with Pacifica. Here are some things you will experience at these wonderful evenings:
  • Learn more about our proven college-preparatory curriculum
  • Discover our relational and dynamic campus culture
  • Become familiar with our arts and athletic programs
  • Meet our Head of School, Principal, and other founding members of the school
  • Learn more about the Pacifica application process"
     
Servite High School Open House
 
Servite High School would like to cordially invite you to their annual Discover Servite Open House event on Sunday, November 16, 2014 fom 12PM-4PM. You can stop in at anytime, and this event is open to all grade levels. Please visit the Discover Servite Open House page to RSVP today at www.DiscoverServite.com.


An Invitation from Orange Lutheran High School
 

 
Cornelia Connelly High School

 Open House Invitation
Sunday, November 16th
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
-click for invitation-

 

  • Visit the campus
  • Meet teachers and students
  • Learn about our International Exchange Program
  • Consider Connelly High School for your daughter 
For more information, call 714.776.1717 ext. 221 or email [email protected]
 

Estancia High School
Information Night
Thursday, November 6 

-click for details-

 
Celebrating 25 years of Christian education.   

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