SCCS Home Bulletin
November 2, 2022
The mission of Sioux Center Christian School is to disciple God’s children by equipping them with a knowledge and understanding of Christ and His creation so that they can obediently serve God and others as they work and play.
Every Student TREASURED, Every Student TRAINED, Every Student TRANSFORMED
FROM DR. B.
Last week, we featured Deb Ouwinga, a volunteer, as one of the Stories of SCCS. This week, I’d like to feature Al Bandstra, one of our 6th grade teachers.
Make it a great rest of your week!
STORIES OF SCCS:
How long have you served/been at/been involved with SCCS?
- 33 years
What's something interesting about you?
I love to create, in almost any form, from drawing and building, to cooking, writing, designing lessons, and making music.
How does your role fulfill the mission of Sioux Center Christian School? How are you Living God’s Story at SCCS?
I make students feel comfortable with math, which is a rather daunting subject for some. I lead them in seeing the creation-fall-redemption aspects of science and our work in that area. And I partner with my fellow sixth grade teachers in building a culture of care and respect. Through all of these ways, I seek to magnify God's glory.
Why do you choose to be part of the SCCS community?
I love the people of SCCS. I believe that our school is intentional about treasuring, training, and transforming children, and I want to be part of that endeavor.
Which throughline do you most identify with and why?
Beauty Maker: I love to create things!
What is most important to you about SCCS?
- I love the strong sense of community we share.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
- Please check the online calendar for upcoming events (http://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/calendar.cfm)
- Report cards for Trimester 1 will be sent home via email on Thursday, Nov. 3.
- There will be no school or Aftercare on Friday, Nov. 11 because of the parent teacher conferences held earlier in the week.
- There will be no school on Nov. 23, 24 and 25 for the Thanksgiving Break.
- There will be no Aftercare on Tuesday, Nov. 22 through Friday, Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving break.
PARENT VISIT DAYS
We value the partnership between our parents and school! We want to invite you into the school so you can experience what’s happening in the classroom. Each grade level will be hosting a Parent Visit Day again this year. You are invited to join us for some time in the classroom and Pizza Ranch pizza on us!
TK/K visit day will be on Thursday, Nov. 3. Looking forward to having you join us!
Below are the dates and times for the other grade level Parent Visit Days this school year. More information will be sent out later.
- Nov. 18 - 10:15 - 1st grade
- Dec. 2 - 10:25 - 2nd grade
- Dec. 9 - 10:35 - 3rd grade
- Jan. 13 - 10:45 - 4th grade
- Feb. 3 - 10:55 - 5th grade
- Feb. 10 - 11:00 - 6th grade
- Feb. 24- 11:00 - 7th & 8th grade
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday Nov. 9, from 2:30-6:00 pm and Thursday, Nov. 10, from 4:00-8:00 pm. Please sign up for a conference time by Friday, Nov. 4 with your child's homeroom teacher here. Please type your name next to the time slot of your choosing. If you would like to schedule a time with one of the co-curricular teachers (Mrs. Friend, Dr. Fisher, Ms. Miedema, Mr. Groskreutz, Mrs. Fedders, Mrs. De Jong, Mr. Berentschot) or learning center teachers (Mrs. Peters, Mrs. Harmelink, Mrs. Hop, Mrs. Sarah Feekes, Mrs. Horstman, Mrs. De Smith, Mrs. Bakker), please email them directly, giving some possible time options. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Tracy (teekhoff@siouxcenterchristian.com). We request all families participate in these conferences. There will be no childcare available on these two nights.
WINTER BUS ROUTES
If you live in the “non-transportation” zone and would like your child to be able to ride the bus TO SCHOOL in the AM during December, January, February, and March, please fill out the Winter Route Request form below and return it to the office by Monday, November 7. Even if you indicated on the bus form this summer that you were interested, we NEED this form filled out.
Winter routes will begin 11/28/22 and end 3/31/23 and are subject to approval based on location and availability.
(Questions regarding this service may be directed to the Transportation Director, at 722-2481 or transportation@scwarriors.org.)
COLDER WEATHER AND RECESS
Whenever possible, the head of school and principal will have students outside for recess, as this break is very important in the learning process. The website www.weather.gov is our source for determining wind chill.
- If the wind chill temperature is above 0, we will go outside for recess. If the wind chill is between -10 and 0, we will shorten the outdoor time. If it is below -10, we will stay inside for recess.
- If the wind chill temperature is below 30 degrees, all students are required to wear a coat and are encouraged to wear hats, mittens, etc. to cover exposed skin. They must also wear pants outside.
- If the wind chill temperature is between 30 and 50 degrees, a student can choose between a coat and another second layer (coat, jacket, or sweatshirt). TK-4 must wear pants outside and for grades 5-8, wearing pants outside is optional but recommended.
- If the wind chill temperature is above 50 degrees, a second layer is not required (t-shirts and shorts are permitted outside).
- Shorts are permitted indoors throughout the school year but must meet dress code requirements.
Grades TK-4
- Boots in TK-4th Grade: Students are required to have boots to wear outside when the grounds are wet. Boots need to be put on and taken off by the outside door. *Snow pants are required to use the sledding hill or to play in snowy areas.
- Boots in 5th-8th Grade: Students are expected to wear extra shoes or boots if they choose to play off the cement, rocks, or wood chips when the ground is wet or snow-covered. *Boots are required to use the sledding hill or to play in snowy areas in the winter.
- The use of snow pants is at the students’ discretion in grades 5-8.
Additional Information
- Students who do not have appropriate clothing for recess will be sent to the office to call home or may borrow clothing from the nurse’s office.
- Students may leave their boots at school during the week. On the last school day of the week, boots must be taken home.
- Teachers and students will be informed about recess decisions through the use of electronic signage in the main hallways: “Outside Recess” (green), “Shortened Recess” (yellow), “Inside Recess” (red), and “Stay on Cement, Rocks, and Wood Chips” (blue).
- Shoes/sandals must be worn by all students and employees at all times inside and outside of the school building. Slippers are not acceptable.
STORYLINE CHAPEL
Storyline chapel will be today (Wed. Nov. 2) at 1:35pm in the gym. Parents and guests are WELCOME to attend! You may also join our livestream (and recording) at https://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/students/chapel.cfm
Storyline Chapel Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaU4iNoUawUq8yQH7NLx7eQFcBk06m529
OUTLET 75
Thank you to everyone who has chosen to help our students by working at Outlet 75!
You can now sign up for shifts three months in advance!
November: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAAAD22ABFEC52-outlet75nov
December: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAAAD22ABFEC52-outlet75dec
Outlet 75 sells new clothing, shoes, home décor, kitchenware, bedding and more …and all profits go to Sioux Center Christian School and contribute to the Alternate Revenue discount that was on your tuition statement!
Open hours: Wednesdays 11am-8pm and Thursdays 11am – 3pm.
Location: About 1 mile south of Sioux Center on Hwy 75. Look for the red flag.
If you have any questions about helping at Outlet 75, please feel free to email info@shopoutlet75.com
LOST & FOUND
FOOD SERVICE NEWS
- Thanks to everyone who signed up to help with dishwashing this year! If you would like to help out you can sign up here. If you have questions, contact Ashley Keith (akeith@siouxcenterchristian.com).
- You can find the lunch and dishwashing schedule here.
- If you would like to eat lunch with your child, please contact school 24 hours in advance.
WE ARE HIRING
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS: We are in need of substitute teachers for this school year. Subs are needed for teachers and paras at all grade levels, kitchen crew and at times a nurse. Please fill out the form at the link below if you are interested in adding your name to the sub list. SCCS will provide all training, and you even get a free lunch when you sub! Qualifications for being a sub include a love of children, the ability to follow teacher lesson plans, flexibility, and a commitment to Christian education. We invite you to join us!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchPyh3Fnjis7w7htYQfnSK137TfmJ339p5IfWqkRChIwhAqQ/viewform
EXPLORE WESTERN
Are you seeking a high school for your family? You are invited to Explore Western on Tuesday, November 15, at 7:00 PM. Families with students of all ages are welcome to attend.
Also, Western Christian is launching a 4-year JumpSTART Pathway for Freshmen next year. We are hosting a special interest meeting immediately following Explore Western at 8:00 PM. Please watch this video from Mr. Brian Verwolf by clicking this link.
If you plan on attending Explore Western or have any questions, please email or contact Brad Vis - brad.vis@westernchristianhs.com or 605-359-5704. Thanks!
NEW LIFE CHURCH CHRISTIAN ED FUNDRAISER
The New Life Church Legacy group is selling their famous frozen cutout Christmas cookies for $6/dozen again this year. These cookies are delicious and ready to go in the oven… you just need to bake and frost! Place your orders here https://bit.ly/2022ChristmasCookies in time for pick up on November 17.
COVENANT CRC CHRISTIAN ED FUNDRAISER
The Covenant CRC Christian Ed committee is once again partnering with the Fruited Plain to offer an amazing deal--Fruited Plain BOGO pizza cards! Each pizza card is good for 5 punches to buy one pizza and get one free and costs $30. They make delightful gifts for anyone on your Christmas list or are handy to have on hand for a family pizza night. Pizza cards can be purchased at the Fruited Plain or the Sioux Center Christian School main office beginning November 1.
PELLA STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH AWARD
REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS
Currently there is information for:
- Moped Safety Registration
- Lone Wolf Youth Wrestling Club
- 4-H Clover Kids
- Fall Driver's Ed Information/Registration
- Unity Christian Boys Basketball Camp
- Unity Christian Junior Knights Boys Basketball
- Unity Christian Junior Knights Girls Basketball
SCCS
Email: sccsoffice@siouxcenterchristian.com
Website: siouxcenterchristian.com
Location: 630 1st Ave. SE, Sioux Center, IA
Phone: 712-722-0777
Facebook: facebook.com/siouxcenterchristian
Twitter: @sccstrailblazer