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Des Moines
Christian School
Our Mission -Equipping students with an excellent biblically-directed, Christ-centered education.
Our Vision -Students will become servant leaders who think critically, discern spiritually, and act biblically.
Our Core Values -
∙ Wise stewardship of
all resources
∙ Serving those inside
and outside the body
of Christ
∙ Striving toward
excellence in all of our
endeavors
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ePulse
Editing and Periodic Writing by Dr. Bob Stouffer, Superintendent Development by Marilyn Wilson and Published by Lisa Fitzgerald
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." (James 1:2-4)
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Did You Know?
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 Mrs. Pemoulie was nicknamed Pixie until she graduated from high school.
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Opening Quote, Scripture, and Prayer
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This Week's Opening Quote:
"I know my redeemer lives." (Nicole C. Mullen, 1967-, Contemporary American Christian singer)
This Week's Scripture:
"The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD." (Job 1:21, English Standard Version)
This Week's Prayers:
"God in heaven, every good gift comes from you, the Father of light, the giver of every great gift. I owe EVERYTHING to You, Lord. Stripped of every material blessing, I would still have the only possession of greatest worth - Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior of my life! You also discipline me or allow trials in my life, according to Your good purposes. How could I also not declare, like Job, "The Lord gives; the Lord takes away; blessed be the name of the Lord"?! I love You, Lord, for Your presence in my life, and I look to You in heaven, from whence my help ALWAYS comes. Amen!"
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Security Update
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Great news on the safety and security front! A couple weeks ago, we initiated the purchase for installation of the next phase with our security system, and we thought we would be waiting 4-6 weeks. However, God opened-up a new window of opportunity, and the security company, A-Tech, began installation of the next phase on Monday, January 21! Praise the Lord that we will be able to secure the building much more quickly than anticipated! We have also received the FREE expert counsel from security specialists - a DMC father who is in the military and a DMC grandfather who is a private investigator. You will be hearing about the details of enhanced security equipment and systems in the near-future, because we want you to be prepared for some new procedures and inconveniences that you have not encountered in the past. I am certain we all agree that bearing new (and not onerous) inconveniences is a small sacrifice when our children, staff, parents, grandparents, relatives, vendors, and other visitors are MUCH MORE SAFE. Please praise God for His protection at Des Moines Christian School!, and pray for His continuing hand of protection on DMC!
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Christian Solidarity International Update
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This is the last week to give to the Christian Solidarity International to free slaves in North Sudan. We have had a great response in just a few weeks, raising $4,000, which will free 38 slaves and buy 38 goats for milk and cheese production. As the Lord leads - no pressure - please consider giving to this worthwhile cause, of which Alumnus Joel Velkamp is a part.
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It's Re-Enrollment Time
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Re-enrollment packets will be available at the Parent-Teacher Conferences on February 5-7, 2013. To ensure your student's placement in a class for the 2013-2014 school year - and to avoid the late registration fee - please plan to have your completed packet with registration fee returned on or before March 1.
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DMCS in the News
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Alumnus Lindsay Lettow (DMC '08) was honored on Friday, January 18, 2013 as one of "Today's Top 10" at the NCAA's annual convention in Grapevine, Texas. Read the article and view photographs of this extremely prestigious awards ceremony.
Be "in the know" regarding your student's education and the Iowa Department of Education's plans. Read IACS Lobbyist Eric Goranson's blog to see plans for 2013. Please sign up to receive e-mail notices.
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Early Education News
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Early Education is seeking a Lead Teacher for the year-round, all-day Pre-Kindergarten classroom. Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. Application materials are available here.
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Elementary News
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In order to avoid traffic congestion with a common dismissal time for Elementary and Secondary students, conference dismissal time for Elementary students is 1:20 p.m. on February 5, 6, and 7.
A chapel buy-out is scheduled for next Wednesday, January 30th for Christian Solidarity International-USA. Elementary students and staff may "opt-out" of wearing chapel clothes by paying $5 for the privilege. Secondary students and staff will not be participating in the chapel clothes buy-out.
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Secondary News
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Conference dismissal time for junior high and high school students will be 1:30 p.m. on February 5, 6, and 7.
The "Summit Ministries Student Summer Conference Scholarship" forms are now available in the high school Bible classrooms and in the Secondary Office. Des Moines Christian will be awarding 2 scholarships this year for students to attend a 2-week worldview conference in Manitou Springs, Colorado or Dayton, Tennessee. Completed scholarship applications are due on February, 22. The conference is for students 16 years and above. Click here for conference information .
Secondary students and staff will not be participating in the January 30th elementary chapel clothes buy-out.
Polk County Farm Bureau Ag Enhancement Scholarship: Eligible students must live in Polk County, attend ISU, and be going into an agriculture-related field. More information.
Iowa PTA Scholarship deadline is March 1. Apply here.
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Development Office News
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Auction items are needed for the 2013 Benefit: Would you like to donate an item to our auction? If you are a business owner with a product or service - if you own an antique, a vacation time share, a quality art piece, or a collectible and would like to donate to the auction - we would be grateful for the donation. (Please, no vehicles.) We would also welcome unique items like tickets to professional or semi-pro athletic events, box seats at performing arts productions, or concert tickets. You would receive in-kind credit for your donation. Please call Peggy Lettow at 252-2496 for more details.
Sponsorships needed for the 26th Annual Benefit and Auction on Friday, April 5. If you're interested in sponsoring the 2013 benefit and auction, click here.
Please mark your calendars: The 13th Annual DMCS golf event is scheduled for Friday, August 30, 2013 at Beaver Creek Golf Course in Grimes.
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PTF News
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SAVE THE DATE: The 2013 BIG BLUE BASH is scheduled for Saturday, February 23rd from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.! Please plan to attend this awesome school event; and, if you would like to volunteer, please contact Kristin Hepworth. More details will follow in the near future!
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Athletic News
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Are you wanting to become certified to coach? Check out the upcoming Coaching Authorization/Endorsement Clinic
by clicking here .
Don't miss the very meaningful, affirming, cathartic, and joy-filled activities of Hoops for Hope at the boys' and girls' varsity basketball games on Friday, January 25, 2013! Join us for a time of commemorating cancer survivors and memorializing those who have succumbed to cancer. The girls' game starts at 6:00 p.m. on the 25th; the boys tip-off around 7:30 p.m. |
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Notes from Chapel and Cross Trainers
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At CrossTrainers on Wednesday, January 23, 2013, Mike Swaim indicated that he's "no theologian," and he did not go to a Bible college. Then, he took us to school in a biblical understanding of victory in Christ! If you would like to read my summary of Mike's message,
The second graders in the Des Moines Christian Class of 2023 led Elementary Chapel on Wednesday, January 23, 2013, challenging the large audience to hide God's Word in our hearts as a means of persevering. If you would like to read my summary of the chapel activities, "Hide God's Word in Your Heart, and Persevere!" please click here.
God worked powerfully through Secondary English Instructors Julia Shields and Meghann Lightfoot when they led Secondary Chapel on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. If you would like to read my chapel summary, "Travel the Distance from the Head to the Heart," please click here.
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Upcoming Chapel Services
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Elementary Chapel on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 -
Multi-Purpose Room - 8:45-9:10 a.m. - Presented by the 5th grade classes of Durinda Bakker, Jody Keithley, and Michael Wilson
Secondary Chapel on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 -
Gymnasium - 11:14 a.m. until 12:01 p.m. - Worship chapel
You are welcome to attend chapel at any time! |
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Upcoming Community Events & News
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Wife of Excellence Seminar
Saturday, Jan 26, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. @ Westkirk Presbyterian Church.
Hosted by DMCS Moms Amanda Carlson and Amy Wood Thomas
More information
Championship Fathering Conference
Sponsored by 365 Dad and the YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Saturday, March 2, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
More Information
Bridges 2 Harmony Gospel ChoirEnjoy an evening of gospel music by this Roosevelt choir.
More information
Destination Oneness A life-path towards marriage oneness is a series of four Bible-based small group sessions led by DMC parents Jordon and Barbara Korell.
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The next ePulse will be published on Friday, February 1, 2013.
Paraprosdokian of the Week:
(Paraprosdokians are figures of speech in which the latter part of a sentence or phrase is surprising or unexpected and frequently humorous.)
"Judgment comes from experience, and experience comes from poor judgment."
Closing Quote:
"When you are waiting for the bus. . .someone [might] ask, 'Has the bus come yet?' You should respond, 'If the bus came, would I be standing here?'" (Billy Connolly, 1942-, Scottish comedian)
Sincerely,
 Dr. Bob Stouffer, Superintendent
Des Moines Christian School
13007 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50323
Phone: (515) 252-2480 Fax: (515) 251-6911
 
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