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BIBLE VERSE
for 2013-2014
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God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work."
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Student Safety!
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PARENTS: PLEASE FOLLOW ALL PARKING AND SAFETY RULES SETUP BY THE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION:
DO NOT PARK IN THE NEIGHBORING BUSINESS PARKING LOTS - STUDENTS ARE NOT TO WALK ACROSS THE DRIVEWAY BETWEEN BUSES!
STUDENTS RELEASED FOR EARLY DISMISSAL MUST BE PICKED UP AND SIGNED OUT AT THE MAIN OFFICE
WAIT FOR BUSES TO LEAVE FIRST THEN PROCEED.
RESPECT ALL TEACHER'S DIRECTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
PLEASE BE OBSERVANT OF THE MARKED ENTRANCE AND EXIT.
DO NOT PASS A STOPPED BUS WITH FLASHING RED LIGHTS.
DO NOT PARK ON THE SIDE LAWNS - BORDERING THE DRIVEWAY FRONT ENTRANCE
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REMINDER!
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For your child's safety, please abide by the following:
* Students MUST leave the school building/campus at the end of the school day. If they have sports/extra-curricular activities or tutoring, they must leave immediately following those activities. No one is allowed to stay and wait for an evening activity.
**THIS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: TUTORING, SPORTS - PLAYING IN AND WATCHING, CLUBS, ALL EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. **
The student must go home and come back later.
All students must wait in the front entry on the benches for their rides. They may not wait in the back entrance.
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Parents Interceding for Finney
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Do you love to PRAY?! The requests & needs are many, and prayer can change hearts, situations, and lives. Please join us for our next Parents Praying for Finney prayer meeting, Monday, April 7th from 9 - 10 am , in the conference room next to the main office. We pray for just one hour, but with a big impact! We would love for you to join us to pray for our school, students, teachers and staff, and Finney families.
If you have a special need or would just like more information, contact :
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Nurse's Note
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In case you have not seen it yet, New York State has determined that there needs to be a change to the immunization requirements. This new law goes into effect on 7-1-14. Thus causing all students in the fall of 2014 to be compliant with the law. These changes affect incoming Kindergarten students as well as rising 6th graders (current 5th graders). There is a chart on our website that advises of changes. If after reading this chart, you still have questions, please don't hesitate to give my office a call.
Springtime also means completing any screenings that have not been done. Scoliosis screening will be taking place after spring break. Boys will be screened in their respective gym classes and the girls will come to the nurse's office during that same time. If there are issues or concerns, I will contact parents.
Enjoy your Spring break and Happy Resurrection Sunday! Christ the Lord HAS risen!
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We All Screamed For
Ice Cream!
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We had a great time celebrating summer at our Finney Open House on March 6th. We can't say THANK YOU
enough to all of our volunteers, who helped set/clean-up, greeted our families/friends, played games in the gym, bingo and facilitated the crafts.
BREUSTER'S ICE CREAM
in Henrietta made us all scream as they generously served us some dreamy creamery with terrific toppings. They even kept their costs down so we could serve everyone free! Go visit them at 2755 E. Henrietta Rd, Henrietta, NY anytime. They even have a drive-thru!
Teacher Appreciation
Week - May 5-9
Please show appreciation to your student's teachers by blessings them with a gift from their wish list or a gift card to their favorite shop or restaurant. Pray for God's wisdom and guidance as they teach our students. Your prayers and encouragement are greatly appreciated! Contact your student's homeroom parent communications rep for more information.
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Prayer and Praises
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We give thanks and praise to God for answered prayer, the resurrection power and love of Jesus Christ, and for teachers, staff and parents who pray for our students and school. Please pray for God's guidance and blessing for the following April school activities:
- The Spring Auction
- Spring Sports
- Field Trips
- Compassion Trip to Highlands, NJ
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Lunch Menu
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The weekly lunch menu is available on the web. Click here to view this week's lunch menu. Note: Finney lunches for HS, MS and Elementary are provided by the local elementary school so make sure to click on the link for the K-8 Menus.
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The 2014 Finney Annual Raffle Ticket Sale
Saturday - March 1st
Grand prize - $1,000 worth of Wegmans Gift Cards!
Last year Finney Parents helped raise over $5,000 in raffle ticket sales and we hope to have your support again this year!
Our goal is to triple the amount we raised last year! There are 190 families represented in the Finney community and if each family could purchase or sell $100 worth of raffle tickets, we can easily achieve this goal!
For incentive, Finney will provide a $500 Wegmans Gift Card to the family/person who sells the most raffle tickets! If there is tie, the prize will be split. (Must be at least 18 years old to participate.)
Sale begins March 1st and ends April 4th at 7 p.m.
The winning ticket will be drawn at the Annual Spring Auction. At that time, we will also award the top seller with a $500 Wegmans gift card.
Any questions please email Dana at dharissis@gmail.com
YOUR SUPPORT TO "DO SOMETHING GREATER" IS APPRECIATED!
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One last and final call for a trip to Italy in 2015...
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If you are interested, please email Mr Gallagher ASAP!
I AM LOOKING FOR A FEW MORE STUDENTS AND/OR PARENTS TO ATTEND. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO SEE AND HEAR THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF ITALY. THIS IS THE OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME TO EXPERIENCE THE ART, AND TASTE THE FOOD OF ONE OF THE ART CAPITALS OF THE WORLD! PLEASE CONTACT ME ASAP!!!
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PLEASE
Prayerfully Consider:
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SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED:
The Charles Finney School is looking to update our substitute teacher list. Please direct interested applicants to contact Charity Curtis in the President's Office at (585) 387-3770, ext. 232 or at ccurtis@finneyschool.org with their resume and to fill out a substitute teacher application. Thank you!
LUNCH MONITORS NEEDED:
Do you have an hour or perhaps a few a day to come bless the teachers and students during our lunch periods? WE NEED VOLUNTEERS to come monitor the lunchroom and help out with recess for the middle school and elementary school lunch periods. You can come to one or both. You can come M-F or one or two days a week - whatever fits your schedule! PLEASE prayerfully consider this ministry opportunity! If you are interested please contact Charity Curtis in the President's Office at (585) 387-3770, ext. 232 or at ccurtis@finneyschool.org - Thank you!
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Remaining Dress Down Days for
High School Students
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April 28, May 12
*You must purchase from a Senior Class Officer (in lunch, homeroom or study hall) for $1 each the week before Dress Down Day.
**Middle School students check with Mrs. Lioy on your dates to purchase and which days you will have Dress Down Days for the remainder of the school year **
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Don't Forget
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Don't forget to visit Finney's SmugMug page
where you can browse and purchase photos and posters from the yearbook department. We will be adding photos throughout the year, so check back often!
SmugMug
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NEW INFORMATION
on
FINNEY SPIRITWEAR
PLEASE READ
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NOW...when you order your Finney Spiritwear - you will be doing it ONLINE!
CLICK
this link
to view the online catalog from Press in Ink!
Same great gear - convenient for shopping for you!
Finney Spiritwear will still be DELIVERED to Mrs. Curtis in the main office. (When it comes in) She will call you and let you know when to come pick it up!
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WHAT IS COMPASSION2014?
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COMPASSION2014 is a Rochester area youth gathering at Finney on Friday, April 25, 6:00-8:30pm. The evening begins at 6:00pm with a meal (hot dogs and chips) in the cafeteria. Worship and teaching follows in the chapel. The songs and message are all tied to theme: Expressin God's love for the world through acts of compassion. The theme will be echoed in the selection of music led by the high school worship team, led by Sarah Nielsen, and the high school choir, led by Carl Wager. The attendees will also hear original music performed by Sara Coutant, Nicolette Pecor, Ethan Frost, Bethany Shearer, and Matthew Parris (all current or former Finney students). The message will be brought by Peter Burch, history teacher and director of Project Compassion. After the message, attendees will watch the premier of a short documentary film called, "Doing Something is Greater Than Doing Nothing, The Story of Project Compassion.
If you any questions about COMPASSION2014, or want to register your group, contact Holly Burch, Director of Special Projects, at 545-4866 (h) and 520-5621 (c).
There is no FEE for registration.
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Robotics
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The robotics team did very well this past weekend at RIT. Finney made it to the elimination rounds where we were paired up with the team from HFL. Finney beat Webster in the quarter finals ( Troy NY regional winners). Then we lost in the semi finals. Overall, it was a very good season and competition. Glory to God!
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From the President
Dear Parents,
The calendar says it is spring. However, it looks and feels like January! I know that this long cold winter will soon become a distant memory when we see the daffodils and crocuses peeking through the snow and the grass growing.
Speaking of growing; did you know that Finney had its highest retention rate last year at 87%? We are shooting for 90% this year so please get your re-enrollment paperwork in if you have not done so already. The word continues to reach the community that Finney is a great a school to be a part of. Part of what makes it great are the fantastic families who make up the school community. We need your help in spreading the word. Expensive television commercials will not convince families to enroll their children, but your testimony will. We still have room to grow. Growth will strengthen our school by allowing us to fund programs that directly benefit your child.
Speaking of programs: in case you have not heard the news, Finney will now be offering an extended International Student Program in the fall. Take a look at our new "International Student" tab under "Admissions" to find out more about the program. If you are interested in hosting an international student please contact the school. Under this program approved host families can receive a monthly stipend for qualified international students. This program will provide yet another opportunity for Finney to reach the world for Christ.
Speaking of reaching the world for Christ; Project Compassion, led by Dr. Burch, has a wonderful community wide event that will be hosted here at Finney on April 25 at 6:00 p.m. for the youth of our area. Please encourage your child to be a part of this night.
There are so many great things happening over the next several months. Finney is committed to improving all aspects of what we offer your child. Keep your ear to the ground for several more exciting announcements in the weeks ahead!
Serving Him Together,
Mr. VanLeeuwen President |
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It seems we get to this point in the year and are amazed at how fast time flies! The high school staff continues to encourage our students to finish strong. There is not much time left and so much to do! Spring sports have started, the annual auction is just a few days away, Joy Night has been rescheduled to April 11th, and before you know it, Easter Break is upon us!
Please remind your child to continue to participate in community service and turn in forms to get credit for the hours. The suggestion is 25 hours per year in order to have 100 hours by graduation. If you have a senior, please remind him/her to be mindful of internship hours and stay on top of that record keeping.
The time has come to re-enroll your high school student at Finney for the next school year. It is extremely important that we have accurate numbers of returning students so we can plan course offerings. We have many popular electives that fill up fast, and we are continuing to add dual credit options. Course scheduling for the 2014-15 school will begin soon. Students who are re-enrolled get scheduling preference. A schedule will not be created if a student has not re-enrolled, so complete your enrollment today!
Now that we are in quarter 4, students are permitted to wear shorts and capris (standard colors still apply Mon.-Thurs.). Please check the Parent/Student Handbook for details regarding the dress code policy.
Upcoming Dates:
4/4 Spring Auction
4/11 Joy Night
4/14-18 Spring/Easter Break
4/24 Freshman Night
4/30 Mid-quarter 4
Galatians 6:9 "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
Blessings for a great month!
Mrs. Lyon
High School Principal
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| Special Events: MARK YOUR CALENDARS | |
* PLEASE NOTE: at this time we are taking a waiting list for dinner reservations and
will contact you if we are able to offer you accommodations *
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| Admissions Update |  Thank you! Thank you to the families who re-enrolled for next year. If you have not re-enrolled, please complete the online forms or contact the Admissions office with questions or concerns. Bus Transporation Remember to request bus transporation for next school year. Most districts require this by April 1st. If you haven't done so compete a nonpublic or private school transporation request form from you school district as soon as possible! Forms are available from your school district and may be on their district website. Our main office may have a copy for your convenience. Financial Aid Financial aid applications must be submitted by April 7th for returning families via FACTS. Your 2013 Federal Tax information or W-2 will be required. All families who received financial aid last year and would like financial aid again must complete the financial aid application again this year online. Upcoming Events: Freshman Night (new and returning students): Thursday, April 24th, 6 p.m. May Open House: Tuesday, April 29th, 7-8 p.m. Freshman Entrance Exam: Saturday, May 3rd, 9- 1:30 p.m. Kindergarten Screenings: Call to schedule in April. Kindergarten Orientation: May 22nd, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Admissions Office: admissions@finneyschool.org or 387-3770 x 224 Ms. Bator Director of Admissions |
| Development Office Update | 
The Charles Finney School
Spring Auction & Dinner
Friday, April 4, 2014
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the
Gymnasium & Cafeteria
HIGHLIGHTS:
Evening will consist of complimentary dinner, student performances, student games and activities for all ages, silent and live auctions. You won't want to miss the opportunity to gather with friends and family!
- Registration for complimentary dinner is by waiting list. To be added, contact Sheila Roman, sroman@finneyschool.org.
Complimentary buffet dinner will consist of BBQ chicken, Pulled Pork, Hot Dogs, Macaroni & Cheese, Salt Potatoes, Southern Baked Beans, Spinach Berry Salad, Rolls & Butter, Brownie Bar, coffee, tea, water, and soda. Suggested donation - $15 per family.
2. Get your raffle tickets to win $1,000 worth of Wegmans gift cards. Cost 1 ticket for $5; 3 tickets for $10. The person selling the most books of raffle tickets will win $500 Wegmans gift card. You can purchase raffle tickets or turn in raffle tickets until Friday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. If every family sells one book of tickets, together we would raise $20,000 for our school!
3. We are in need of adult and student volunteers for setup on Thursday evening, April 3 and all day Friday, April 4. We need the support of many. To register to volunteer: click here.
4. Fabulous auction items - Florida vacation, Bed & Breakfast overnights, dinner gift cards, household items, jewelry, and golf outings. Click here to review the awesome auction items.
Don't miss this fun evening for families!
Questions? Sheila Roman, Director of Development, sroman@finneyschool.org. Phone: 585-387-3770 ext. 233.
Serving in Christ,
Mrs. Roman
Director of Development
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| Order Your Yearbook | 
April is the last month to pre-order your High School Yearbook! Get your order in now as there is no guarantee of extra yearbooks being available.
Order a yearbook now for the price of $45.
Only half is due when you place your order, and the other half due when the yearbook is picked up.
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| Annual Appeal: Top Fundraising Priority | |
Dear Families and Friends:
The Annual Appeal is the Charles Finney School's top fundraising priority. Your support last year enabled us to begin this school year with the highest enrollment in six years. Your continued support will help Finney to continue to increase enrollment, prepare students for academic achievement and community service, and transform young lives!
With the increase in enrollment this year, we believe that the Lord's divine plan for every student enrolled at Finney has brought them into our community of students and teachers. Personally speaking, I have seen students' lives transformed within days of arriving at The Charles Finney School. Our smaller classes, classroom structure, and caring community provide students with the appropriate environment for spiritual and personal growth as well as academic success.
Your donation to the Annual Appeal will support the transformation of students, enabling them to fulfill the Lord's plan for their lives. Sixty-five percent of Finney's student body requires some form of need-based financial aid. Half of these students are from the Rochester City School District, the worst performing school district in all of New York State. These are families who want a better academic alternative for their children. Finney's mission is to enroll any academically-qualified student who seeks a Christian education regardless of their family's financial circumstances. We believe that to do otherwise will have long-term negative consequences on the students, their families, our community and ultimately the world.
All donations to the Annual Appeal give us the ability to continue to improve the campus and academics. Finney has added a new state-of-the-art science laboratory for middle and high school student and now offers a greater number of college-credit electives. The K-8 science curriculum has additional labs and more hands-on learning opportunities. Recent upgrades to our facilities include a renovated cafeteria, which enables students and faculty to gather as a school community. Our students continue to participate in mission outreach opportunities within the United States and around the globe.
Your donation at this time is critical to the overall success of The Charles Finney School and each of its 275 students. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. (NIV Hebrews 13:16)
Let us thank you in advance for your support of the Annual Appeal. You can make your gift on line at www.finneyschool.org/support. Our thanks to those who have already made their donation to the Annual Appeal.
Serving in Christ,
Michael VanLeeuwen
President
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| Prom - Starry, Starry Night | |
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Squibbles from Student Services
|  It's hard to believe that quarter 3 has ended and we are now in the home stretch! As always please encourage your student(s) to continue to work hard and check power school regularly. Paperwork will be given out soon to any junior or senior interested in attending Careers in Sports Day on April 29th at Frontier Field. There is a charge for this event, as it includes seats to a Red Wings game. Lunch is not included, but there will be many food vendors available. Seating is limited to students with direct career interest in this area. A student will be considered registered only after paperwork and money has been turned in to Student Services. Jostens will be here April 7th during high school lunch to hand out orders and collect any money owed. You will be notified by Jostens if you have an outstanding balance. If your student is planning on bringing an outside guest to the prom, they must turn in a guest pass form for approval. Forms are available in Student Services. You will receive information soon regarding on-line course registration. If a student is not re-enrolled, a schedule will not be created. We have popular electives that fill up quickly, and while seniors usually get preference for these classes, re-enrolled students have preference over those who are not yet re-enrolled. Our Freshman Information Night will be, Thursday, April 24th from 6:00-7:00 pm. This is an opportunity to meet the 9th grade teachers, hear expectations, view textbooks, receive syllabi, receive course selection information, and ask questions about coming to high school. Important Dates: Freshman Night - April 24, 6:00pm Junior/Senior Prom - May 3 Senior Trip Week - May 5 Just a reminder that ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS are required to fulfill Service Credit Hours. Juniors must have 75 documented hours to be eligible for senior privileges in the fall. Opportunities are periodically posted outside our office. Forms are available on line and in Student Services. Some special reminders for seniors: As you receive acceptance letters and scholarship awards, please be sure to give that information to Student Services. All Service Credit Hours for seniors must be complete by May 16. If you are unsure of your total hours, check in with Student Services. All families are encouraged to complete the online FAFSA application (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Deadline for filling the FAFSA is June 30th. Be Blessed, Mrs. Slattery Director of Student Services |
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CONGRATULATIONS
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Air Force Airman Raishaun Owens,(Finney - Class of 2013) graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio. Raishaun completed an intensive eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies. Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Raishaun is the son of Yvonne Dyer and Alton Owens.
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Forever Falcon
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Christine Roman
I think back a year ago and am amazed at how much of a different person I am and how The Lord has used me. I graduated The Charles Finney School in 2013. I only attended the school for one year but that short amount of time has impacted my life dramatically. I was able to make amazing friends, and have teachers that devoted their time and energy to see students grow and succeed. Graduation day came and went, and as I walked across the stage I was so happy to have spent my year at Finney. But I also remember thinking, "Where will I be a year from now?"
I chose to go to YWAM (Youth With A Mission) a sixth month discipleship- training program that consists of 3 months in Hawaii, and 3 months in another nation. In Hawaii, I was able to listen to lectures and learn from speakers all around the world! I learned so much about what it means to choose to pursue God in every aspect of my life. It was AMAZING! After this, I had the privilege to go to the Philippines for 3 months. My team and I participated in many ministries including- prison ministry, prostitution ministry, bible studies, homeless and feeding ministry, prayer walks, high school ministry, typhoon relief and many more! God really broke my heart for what breaks His. I will never forget the sights of the red light district, or the devastating tracks the typhoon left. I know God is faithful to His promises, and He promises to make everything beautiful in its time. I was able to witness girls come out of prostitution, teenage boys give their life to Christ, typhoon victims choosing to still believe in God even after losing everything. So why is it so hard for us to choose to pursue the Lord when things may not go as we planned?
These 6 months have been the best months of my life. I refuse to let this just be an experience, because I know it was only a chapter in my walk with The Lord! God does not call the qualified, but He qualifies the called. I thank The Charles Finney School for being my rocket launcher! This school helped me grow so much, and step out of my comfort zone. I am thankful to my teachers, and parents who never gave up on me. I am thankful for a school that believes its students can change the world!
I pray that graduating students to come choose to intentionally seek The Lord. I pray that they shine the light of The Lord and realize that His plans are SO much greater than their own.
"I cannot change people, only He can. But if my heart is right, He may be willing to use me in the process." - Matthew Barnett
*Christine is the daughter of Ray and Sheila Roman.
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| Highlights From "Annie"
BRAVO, to the cast and crew of Annie! They had a successful 3 show weekend! A special thank you to George and Kelly for their leadership and direction. There were MANY hands (between cast, crew, faculty, staff and parents) that made this a wonderful experience for all!
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