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June 8 - June 30
8am to 2pm
July 1 - August 14
8am to 1pm
*CLOSED:
Friday, July 3rd
August 17 - August 28
8am to 2pm
(Except Genesis Day) - See more information in the SUMMER
FINNEY FACTOR
August 31:
7:30am to 3:30pm
Regular Office Hours Begin
**CALL AHEAD on Fridays to make sure the office is open - The office may close early occasionally.**
We will work on adding the school calendar dates to the Finney online calendar in the next few weeks.
Looking ahead:
Monday, August 17th
Fall Sports Begin
Monday, August 24th
New Faculty Orientation
Tuesday - Wednesday
August 25th - August 26th
Faculty Reports
Thursday
August 27th
Orientation - Genesis Day
*Uniform Exchange Sale*
Tuesday
September 1st
ONLY Faculty and Staff Report
Wednesday
September 2nd
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Students grades K-12
*CLOSED:
Friday, September 4th -Monday, September 7th
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US TUITION UPDATE FROM THE BUSINESS OFFICE
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Online enrollment has been a true blessing to the Business and Admissions Offices, streamlining our processes and making re-enrollment more convenient for our families. Thank you for embracing this change!
When your online enrollment package has been completed and approved by Admissions and any financial aid has been applied, the Business Office will contact you regarding your 2016-2017 tuition. You will received a Tuition Statement and information on Tuition Insurance and Automatic Payments (ACH).
Returning families will be processed using the payment terms you had for 2014-15, however you may contact businessoffice@finneyschool.org to change to any of the following:
- Full Payment by July 1, receive a 3% discount
- Full Payment by September 1
- 2 Payments, $29 in service fees
- 10 Monthly payments beginning August 1 to May 1, $145 in service fees
- 12 Monthly payments beginning June 1 to May 1, $174 in service fees
Questions regarding your Tuition Statement may be directed to Krista Bovee in the Business Office.
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A Special Thanks to Those Moving On.......
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Mrs. Shelia Roman who has faithfully served the school over the past 3 years as Vice President of Advancement will be leaving us this summer. She had done a wonderful job in her role and will be missed. We wish her the very best as she seeks a new direction in her career.
We are also sad to report that Mr. Palmer has accepted a position in China. He and his wife Lisa have felt that the Lord was not done with them in regards to China, a country they lived in for two years prior to joining us at Finney. Mr. Palmer helped so many of our students throughout this past year as our first official school counselor.
Thank you to Mrs. Roman and Mr. Palmer. You will be greatly missed.
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Finals Schedule
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June 1:
8:00-10:00:
English 9, 10, 11, 12
10:30-12:30:
Algebra, Geometry, Trig., Pre-Calc, Business Math
June 2:
8:00-10:00: Global History 1 & 2, US History, Civics
10:30-12:30: Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science
June 3:
8:00-10:00: Bible 9,10,11
(The Historical Jesus, Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey)
*School Uniforms are not required to be worn for FINAL EXAMS (for students in grades 6-12). Please remember to dress within the guidelines of what is appropriate for non-polo days. You may wear athletic shorts (to the knee) HS students may NOT wear sweatpants.
Thank you.
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Reminders For Parents of next year's seniors
For Bible Class:All students are required to buy their own copy of
The Shack by William Paul Young, and
Till We Have Faces
by C.S. Lewis.
For the RWC dual credit writing class: Students are required to purchase Patterns for College Writing, A Rhetorical Reader and Guide. It can be the 12th edition. Amazon sells used copies for under $10.00.
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Prayers and Praises
To all the Finney Family:
Praise for a successful school year. Praise for a successful Day of Caring. Praise for all of the ways God has blessed the Finney family this year.
Pray for our seniors as they start the next chapter in their lives. Pray for a safe, relaxing, and renewing summer break.
Pray for our teachers, staff, and administration as they plan for a new year.
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International Student Program
We are receiving many more inquiries from international students wanting to attend Finney in the fall. Please consider hosting a student in your home for part or all of the 2015-2016 school year. Here are a few quick details:
- Students need their own room.
- They love the idea of being with an American family
- You get paid a stipend to host that helps offset their living expenses...... anywhere between $700-$900 a month depending on the agency
- Part year options available if we have enough participation
- Most importantly- you can help change a life! Speaking from personal experience it is a blessing to host a child
Please contact me directly if you have would like more information on being part of this wonderful opportunity.
Mr. VanLeeuwen mvanleeuwen@finneyschool.org
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ITALY TRIP CAR WASH FUNDRAISERS
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On Saturday, June 13th and Saturday, June 20th, from 11-5, the Italy team will be hosting car washes here at Charles Finney. Please come out, get your car washed, and help support our team. Our trip is from Tuesday, June 23rd to Wednesday, July 1st, 2015. Please pray for safety, smooth transitions, and a blessed time in Italy!
Dr. Adam Gallagher
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Nurse's Update
Summertime is here....I can hear the music! Hoping that everyone has a great summer. There are a few things for fall that everyone needs to be aware of. Big changes ahead that you need to know. First is that if your child is entering the following grades; K, 2, 4, 7 and 10, he/she will need a physical turned into the nurses office by the end of September 2015. NYS requires an updated physical on all children in the above grades.
In the field of athletics, the qualification standards are changing and will need to be STRICTLY enforced.
NYSPHSAA rules state that "If a student in 7 th and 8th grade for the 2014-2015 season played Varsity or JV sports they will be "grandfathered" in for the new qualification standards." 7th and 8th grade students new to JV and Varsity play for the 2015-2016 season will need to meet Tanner scores outlined in the selection/classification link found below, per their physician. You can find the "Selection/Classification" requirements on the Athletic section of the Finney Website - Boys: (HERE) or for Girls: (HERE).
The new "Sports Permission Paperwork" is currently available on the website for Fall 2015. However, you cannot file this paperwork until 30 days before your given sport begins. There will be more about dates, etc. for qualification check lists in the July newsletter.
One more major change will be happening in NYS. Some items that have freely been available will now require a MD signature as well as parent permission. Such things as Vaseline, hand cream, salt for gargling. We will have a general permission slip for these - and available on the website as well as sent out with the children requiring a physical (above). Without these signed, your child will NOT be offered these at school. Please complete these and submit to the nurse as well as any other paperwork required.
Stay safe, get out and play with your children. Run in the grass and watch the clouds float by! Hope to see everyone in the fall!
Mrs. Sue Wilson, R.N.
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Please join other Finney parents when we meet on Thursday mornings from 8:00 to 9:30am as we pray for our school, administration, faculty, staff and Finney families. Come whenever you are able. You can also join our email group to receive prayer requests to pray at home. Contact Kathy Smith at kathys0925@frontiernet.net or
585-671-1644 for more information.
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FINNEY SPIRITWEAR!
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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 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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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 Mrs. 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!
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Travel to London with Ms. Ford and Mrs. P
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There are still spots available for the England trip with Miss Ford and Mrs. Paganelli for Summer 2016! The group will be travelling to London, Oxford, Stratford, Paris, and more.
Go to www.eftours.com/1707435TV for more information and enroll today!
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Finney Summer Musical Theatre Camp
6th - 12th grade
Instructors: Jennifer Ford, Carl Wager
Students will discover their unique God-given talents and abilities in a workshop-performance venue. Monologues, skits, solos, duets, and ensemble singing and choreography will grow and enhance their performance experiences.
WHAT: Instruction in stage movement, stage presence, presentation, memorizing, creative skit writing, group dynamics and practice habits.
WHEN: August 3 - 7, 2015. 9:00am - 3:30pm. Bring a bag lunch
COST: $210, payable to the Finney business office. A $50 non-refundable deposit will hold your place by June 30, 2015. Complete payment due before the camp starts.
WHERE: Finney music suite, 2070 Five Mile Line Road, Penfield, NY
Anyone is welcome and encouraged to come to the Musical Review performance that will take place at 2:00 pm on the last day, Friday, August 7th, 2015.
Questions? Carl Wager: 585 746 4414
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ELEMENTARY MISSIONS:
This year Finney was able to bless the Elementary Missions Project, Miracle Field, with over $100. They also gave smaller donations to a missionary from Japan, Open Door, two missionaries who spoke during Spiritual Emphasis Week, and a building project in Israel.
What a blessing our Elementary Students have been to so many serving the Lord in missions!
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Changes Coming in the Cafeteria Service.......
The school recently found out that the Penfield School District will not be providing our hot lunch program for the next school year. We are currently looking at other options for the fall. The school will keep you posted as decisions are made regarding new program.
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Have you REGISTERED your child for Word of Life Camp?
It's not too late!
(Deadline- 6/1/15) -
NO EXTENSIONS
The Best Deal of the Summer is
at Word of Life Summer Camp June 28-July 4 for Finney students and their siblings going into grades 5 through 12 for the 2015-2016 school year $199 for one week of pure summer fun and includes transportation on coach bus to and from camp. Deadline to register is June 1.
It has come to our attention that there are families whose children would like to attend the Word of Life Summer Camp, June 28-July 4 but were not able to get the registration payment in by May 1.
The registration deadline is extended to Monday, June 1! If you are planning to register your child by June 1, it would be helpful for planning purposes to send an e-mail to Sheila Roman (sroman@finneyschool.org) informing her of this. There are registration packages in the Main Office. All paperwork and check made payable to The Charles Finney School must be submitted to the development office by Monday, June 1. There will be no additional extensions beyond this date. Thank you to those who have already registered. It promises to be an exciting week! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Sheila Roman (ext. 233) or Mrs. Charity Curtis (ext. 232) in the Development Office. (585) 387-3770 To view information about Word of Life camp, go to http://camps.wol.org/ This is the Best Deal of Summer 2015! Don't let your children miss out on all the fun! Forms are available in the MAIN OFFICE with Mrs. Moody. Mr. and Mrs. Merritt will be our Finney contacts while the students are at camp! |
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From the President
Dear Parents,
Change is in the air as we end another great school year at Finney. The most obvious change happens as our children complete one year and prepare for another. Our seniors have big changes ahead as they close a chapter in their life called high school and enter a new one called.... well who knows. This is where each life begins to take on a very different path. Whether it is college, military, or the work force it will look very different than it has the past four years. On behalf of the entire faculty and staff I want to say a special thank you to all of the parents of our graduating seniors who entrusted their children to us.
Each summer also brings changes to schools like Finney. We have some exciting projects slated to begin this summer. We will continue to prepare for our site visit in the fall by the accreditation team. New faces will greet you in several positions in the fall. The planning and preparation will continue as we strive toward our vision of; "The leader in independent Christian K-12 education, distinguished by excellence in program quality and student success". Together we WILL see this vision become a reality.
Change will and must happen as we work toward excellence. Please continue to pray over the summer for the Finney Board of Directors and others who lead in the various areas of the school. Each of us covets those prayers as we seek to make wise decisions that affect the entire Finney family and the future of the school. Have a wonderful and safe summer!
In His Service,
Mr. Michael VanLeeuwen
President
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 | From the High School Principal | 
Congratulations to our graduates! This year's valedictorian honor goes to Jennifer Specht. Jennifer plans to attend Roberts Wesleyan College! The 2015 salutatorian honor goes to Meredith Thorpe. Meredith is prayerfully considering a degree in elementary education. She will start at MCC and then transfer to a four year private Christian college!
Valedictorian, Jennifer Specht, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Donna Specht.
Salutatorian, Meredith Thorpe, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry and Regina Thorpe.
Seniors, don't forget, graduation rehearsal is required! It will be held on Friday, June 5th at 9:30 AM at Bethel in the MAIN SANCTUARY (not the Historic). PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A CHANGE!
GRADUATION WILL ALSO BE IN THE MAIN SANCTUARY AT BETHEL. This is a change. Please be considerate when you enter the building for graduation as a funeral will be in progress at the same time in the Historic Sanctuary. We appreciate your flexibility and compassion on this day.
When parking PLEASE ONLY USE the "All Pro Parking Lot" (big lot near the main sanctuary and the "East Avenue Parking Lot". The ONLY entrance for Finney graduation will be the "Portico" - Covered Entrance into the Main Sanctuary.
Just a reminder, Senior Banquet will be held at Glendoveers (2328 Old Browncroft Rd., Rochester, NY 14625) on Thursday, June 4th at 6:30 PM. The LAST DAY to PURCHASE TICKETS is Friday, May 29th. There will be NO extensions. Thank you!
Congratulations are in order: We have voted into office the Student Council for the 2015-16 school year:
President - Simeon Heard
Vice President - Jacob Dean
Secretary - Ashley Burch
Treasurer - Molly Perrin
Grade 12 reps: Lori Gorman & Vanity Jones
Grade 11 reps: Kezia Latin & Jerry Ingram
Grade 10 reps: Brianna Nance & Arianna Kenville
Grade 9 reps: Grace Martin & Stephen Folkerts
NEWS FLASH: SENIOR TRIP! Based on time constraints, cost concerns, interruption to instruction time, conflicts with sports, year book, senior chapel, and the musical, the Academic Committee has made a decision regarding future senior trips. Beginning next school year with the class of 2016, the senior trip will be held following graduation! This change comes with many benefits! To name a few: other schools are still in session, students can take a week-long trip and not miss instruction or finals review, the cost can be more reasonable depending on the destination, and students can enjoy one last group memory after graduation but before going their separate ways. Celebrate this positive change with us!
As we head off to enjoy the summer months and walk the path God has for us, let us remember Joshua 1:9 "...Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."
Galations 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 summer vacation!
Mrs. Aimee Lyon
High School Principal
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From The K-8 Principal
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Another successful school year is coming to an end! Reflecting on the past school year makes us realize how fortunate we are at Charles Finney. Our school has been successful due to the wonderful, collaborative partnership between students, staff members, and parents. Our students are meeting higher standards of performance due to the excellent teaching from our wonderful staff and the support from our parents. We must recognize our students for their perseverance, hard-work, and effort displayed throughout the school year.
I can't thank you enough for making my first year as the K-8 Principal so enjoyable. Your encouraging words and prayers help to make the year easier for me. Your support at my coffee hour put a smile on my face. I am asking you to keep me in your prayers over the summer months for God's wisdom for the 2015-2016 school year. I feel so blessed to be a part of the Finney Family.
Please enjoy the change of pace that the summer brings. Have a happy, relaxing, and safe summer with your children. We look forward to seeing everyone upon our return for the 2015-2016 school year for Orientation/Genesis Day on August 27th.
Blessings, Mrs. Yvonne Paganelli K-8 Principal |
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Summer Tours & Open Houses
Do you know a student who may be interested in attending Finney? The Admissions Office is open for drop-in tours every Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. throughout the summer! We will also be holding summer open houses every Tuesday from July 21st- August 11th from 7-8 pm. Invite a friend to attend!
Parent and Student Ambassadors WANTED!
The Admissions Office is looking for parent and student ambassadors for our summer open houses mentioned above. It is one hour of greeting and connecting with visitors.
We are also looking for parents and students to share at our annual Homeschool Information Night. We would also welcome alumni. Share your experiences about transitioning from homeschooling to Finney. Be a connection and resource for families making this transition. Contact admissions to be a parent of the homeschool parent/student panel of experts! Date: TBD.
Community service hours available for student volunteers.
Admissions Office
585-387-3770 x 224 or admissions@finneyschool.org
Blessings,
Ms. Tara Bator
Director of Admissions
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Stay connected all summer long! You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube!
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| Development Office Update | |
Summer vacation is less than two weeks away!
Below is a "To-Do" list for the month of June.
- Make your gift to the Annual Appeal this year. The Annual Appeal is the school's number one fundraising priority. It supports every aspect of a Finney education because it fills in the 'gap' between tuition and the cost of educating each student. To date, we are $30,000 short of meeting this year's goal. Your support is greatly needed! Consider donating any tuition dollars that you do not pay over the summer months.
- Distribute Finney's marketing brochure and school profile to a prospective family. These two new publications were sent to Finney families in early April. One of the best things you can do for The Charles Finney School is to refer new families. If you need more brochures and/or profiles, just let us know
- If you participate in your employers United Way Campaign, designate next year's gift to The Charles Finney School. All you need is a donor designation form and designate Charles Finney Corporate High School #2564 to receive all or a portion of your donation. You can also designate Finney on line at www.uwrochester.org and click on the Give Now button. Our 2015-2016 goal is 50 donor designated gift from United Way.
If you have any questions about any of the items listed above, please feel free to contact me at sroman@finneyschool.org
Serving in Christ,
Mrs. Sheila Roman
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
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| Squibbles From Student Services |  Each year at this time, I am amazed at how quickly the school year has gone by! I have known many of the senior class since they were in middle school. It has been such a privilege to see them grow through the years. Congratulations Seniors! Final Report Cards will be emailed home. If your student requires summer school, you will receive a letter in the mail with detailed registration instructions. Please review carefully as each district has its own registration procedure. The Student Services Office will contact high school families by email in August when schedules are ready for viewing. RenWeb will be unavailable for viewing during the summer months. If you do not have computer access, please contact Student Services. Just a reminder that ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS are required to fulfill 100 Service Credit Hours before graduation. Hours can be done anytime beginning the summer after eighth grade through the end of their senior year (hours are pro-rated for new students). A form must be turned in to Student Services within one year from the time the service is complete. Forms are available on line and in Student Services. Juniors in order to be eligible for senior privileges in the fall you must have all but 25 hours of your community service hours completed and documented. Privileges may include late arrival, early dismissal, and lunch & study hall sign out. IMPORTANT SENIOR INFORMATION: All families are encouraged to complete the online FAFSA application (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Deadline for filling the FAFSA is June 30th. The senior banquet will be held on Thursday, June 4th 6:30pm at Glendoveers Banquet Hall. Tickets are $15 and are available now in the Main Office for families to purchase. Seniors attend for free. Graduation Rehearsal will be held Friday, June 5th 9:30 am at Bethel Christian Fellowship. Caps and gowns will be given out at rehearsal. Gowns will need to be pressed, please use the LOWEST setting on the iron as the material is very delicate and will burn easily. Attendance at rehearsal is mandatory and will last about 1 ½ hours. Graduation will be held Saturday, June 6th 10:00 am at Bethel Christian Fellowship. Graduates need to arrive by 9:00am.
**NOTE: CHANGE - Graduation will be in the MAIN SANCTUARY of BETHEL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. It was to be in the Historic Sanctuary this year, but; there is a funeral scheduled there at the same time. We appreciate your flexibility to help accommodate the church and family.** This is a formal event and graduates are required to dress as such. No jeans, t-shirts, flip flops, work boots, etc.
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| Section V Awards
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Congratulations to Jamie Porpilla and Colby Gerace on receiving the Private - Parochial Athelete of the Year Awards for Section V.
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PTO News
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Day of Caring - Thank You:
MANY THANKS!!!
The PTO would like to thank ALL of our parent volunteers, our corporate volunteers from Xerox, and Mr. Charles Taylor for professionally buffing the floors in the main hallway. We GREATLY APPRECIATE ALL OF YOU who gave so generously of your time on April 30th for Prep Night and on May 1st for the Day of Caring. Together, we did something greater by taking time to care for the facilities that God has entrusted us with. It was a tremendous blessing to see everyone working together. Thank you ALL so much!!!
Middle School Families: Your help is needed! It's the time of year when we get to be a blessing to the people who teach and support our children! The annual Faculty and Staff End-of-Year Luncheon, sponsored by the middle school families, is coming up on Thursday, June 4th from noon to 1:00 p.m. And we need your help! Can you donate some fresh fruit for a fruit salad? Make a delicious dessert for that day? Donate money to cover the cost of the main dish? Or help set up, serve or clean up the day of the luncheon? Please respond to the e-mail sent to you by your Parent Communications Rep, or click here to complete an online volunteer form on the SignUpGenius website. Questions? Contact Jenn Latshaw at JLatshaw@rochester.rr.com. THANK YOU for lovingly donating your time, energy and delicious food to appreciate our incredible teachers and staff!
Please register your REDcard online. Finney will get a percentage back. Use Finney School ID: 22758
SCHOOLMALL.COM
The holidays are fast approaching. While you are shopping on-line, please remember Finney's fundraising program called "School Mall". The ONLY thing you need to do is go to www.schoolmall.com and enter our school name in the box before ordering from your favorite on-line store. This fundraiser is easy and has great potential to help the school financially. Some of the vendors include familiar stores:Kohl's, WalMart, Target, iTunes, Best Buy, Sears, Netflix, Barnes & Noble, Old Navy. We earned about $500 dollars last year with no additional effort by our already busy volunteers. We could raise $1,000's of dollars with a little effort on everyone's part. Thanks for your help!
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| Mark Minnetta Scholarship
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Congratulations to Nicolette Pecor on receiving the 2015 Mark Mannetta Scholarship Award.
The Mark Manetta Scholarship is awarded to an 11th grade student that has finished first in class for academic excellence and has involvement in music appreciation and study. The scholarship is used towards tuition relief for the student's senior year at The Charles Finney School.
Mark Manetta is best known for his work as the guitarist on many of Chuch Mangione's recordings. He also played with Ben Vereen, the Rochester and Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestras, and many others. Oasis Christian Fellowship maintain and fund the Mark Manetta Scholarship.
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Congratulations to the Finney Prom Court 2015:
(pictured left to right) - Juniors, Simeon Heard (prince) - Riley Anger (princess) and Seniors, Jennifer Specht (queen) - Andrew Austin (king). This years' theme was: "The Great Gatsby". |
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