Principal's Page
Thursday - November 19th, 2020
School Year Theme..."In His Hands"
A Note from Principal Landgrave....
During the Covid break you can view the morning announcements and chapel on the BIA Facebook Page - @ Bethesda International Academy or on my page @ Aaron Landgrave
Thanksgiving - - I am thankful for:
-Faculty and Staff of BIA who have worked hard preparing lesson plans this entire 2020 school year.
-BIA students and their families for your support, flexibility, and prayers during this time.
-Our cleaning person who has done a great job cleaning and sanitizing the school and church.
-Chicagoland Lutheran Education Foundation (CLEF) for their financial support
-English District of the Lutheran Church for their financial support and prayers.-The countless other expressions of love and generosity of the BIA community.
Cornucopia - - Cornucopia, a Greek word meaning “horn of plenty,” has origins in Greek mythology. But the cornucopia became a religious symbol and was even stamped on Jewish coins.
Overflowing horns, now common on Thanksgiving centerpieces, came to symbolize abundance and blessing.
Holiday Travel Plans??? Per the new City of Chicago Quaratine Guidelines - - your child will be subject to stay home for two weeks if they travel to a state that is on the quarantine list, and that state is in the "red zone". If your child travels to a state in the "orange zone" they will be expected to quaratine for two weeks OR provide a negative COVID test result upon arrival in Chicago. If you plan to travel to a state that is in the "yellow zone" you are expected to adhere to strict masking, social distancing, and other safety measures. No quarantine is required for yellow states. The state quarantine list changes constantly, so please check the City of Chicago website for the most updated list.
Have a very Blessed Thanksgiving,
Aaron Landgrave, Principal
The Hard Hat Winners are.....Our incredible teaching staff!!!
Fun with Colors!
GOOD NEWS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!!!
In an effort to keep our BIA community safe and healthy, we ask that you limit your family activities, as much as possible, to those in the low to low/medium range. Thank you for your help and consideration.
Thought of the Week:
How many times have we hindered students from maturing into adulthood because we did too much to help them? Tim Elmore
Celebrate Christmas Around the World with Us!
On December 11th, we invite you to join us after school as we celebrate both the Christmas season and the many nationalities that make up BIA. The church green will be decorated with six Christmas trees, each decorated by a class with ornaments from the countries we represent. If you have a tree you'd like to donate, we'd gladly accept the donation. In addition, we are looking to have students bring in pictures of how a tree would be decorated in your country. Photos can be sent into your child's teacher, or the school office. For more information, or to make a donation, please contact the school office.
Introducing the BIA Bunch!
Chapel Offering - Reminder...next week is the last week to give towards the food pantry!
So far for October/November, we have already raised over $125 in our chapel offerings! The funds will be accumulated throughout October and November and will be donated to a local food pantry. We are thankful for our families giving hearts!
Picture Retake Day - New Date...December 9th!!!
A Note from our Director of Marketing & Enrollment - Mrs. Bateman
While we still are unable to have parents and volunteers inside our school buildings, we'd like to find ways for our parents to interact (in-person or virtually) as a part of the BIA community. Whether it's forming a parent running club, hosting "Fire-Up" a parent or family bonfire gathering, or having a cocoa club or coffee & conversations I'd like to have your feedback as to what might interest you. Again, please email me if there is something of interest to you.
With Thanksgiving just a Week Away, Our Kindergarten/First Grade Class has been Busy Creating Turkey Art Projects
Ugly Sweater Day!
Upcoming Events:
November 25-27 - - Thanksgiving Break
November 30th - - Return to School
December 9th - - Picture Retake Day
December 11 - - Christmas Around the World , Mid-Term Reports, Christmas Around the World
December 14th - - Ugly Christmas sweater day
December 17th - - Children's Christmas Program - Virtual
December 18th - - Christmas break begins at 12:00 noon, NO AFTERCARE
Consider sending our supporters a Thank You!
I urge parents to send thank you letters to the following organizations that generously provide funds to keep the BIA education affordable.
Addresses:
CLEF - 861 S. Church Road, Besenville, IL. 60106
English District - 33100 Freedom Road, Farmington, MI. 48336
Bethesda Lutheran Church - 6803 N. Campbell Avenue, Chicago, IL. 60645
Bethesda International Academy
Email: alandgrave@biachicago.com
Website: biachicago.com
Location: 6803 North Campbell Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Phone: 773-743-0800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biachicago