Columbus Christian School News
April 5, 2019
A Note From Mrs. Donnell
Most of the kids are getting excited about the fact that we only have 34 days of school left. Sometimes I think our longer summer break is a bit too long to go without seeing their sweet faces and getting their heartwarming hugs in the hallway, but I know that it is always good to step back sometimes. But, keep your eyes and ears open for some exciting opportunities that will allow the students to stay in touch with the CCS staff over the summer and earn some great rewards!
I hope you all get a chance to come and see the Drama Department’s production of “James and the Giant Peach” this weekend. The Drama Department has worked very hard and we are very proud of them. Also don’t forget that the Senior Class is sponsoring a Pulled Pork Dinner tonight before the Drama production from 5:00 - 6:30 in the CCS gym. There will be a free-will donation box to help support their trip to NYC in May.
Blessings
Mrs. Donnell
* No After Care April 18th *
Open house invitation for you!
CCS Families,
Do you have friends and family members who wonder what a PreK-12th grade Christian education looks like? Now you can show them!
Come! and invite your friends to our All-School Open House on Thursday, April 18th from 5:30-7:30pm. This will be an evening where both current and future families can witness Christ-centered academic instruction, see results of athletic excellence and experience worship through the arts.
Are you or your child curious about what the transition looks like from Kindergarten to Elementary... Elementary to Middle School... or Middle School to High School? Come get a taste!
In the coming weeks, we will have open house promotional materials for our families and staff to share at your churches, in social groups, and with your family and friends. We will also be asking for and depending on your participation to showcase what God is doing at Columbus Christian.
Please begin praying for this event and for attending families who are weighing what public, private and home school options could look like for their child. We all know what that is like! There are exciting things happening and together we look forward to giving God the glory for His work in and through the lives of students, families and Columbus Christian School.
Building His Kingdom for eternity,
Kendall Wildey
Superintendent
Elementary Chapel
Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 5:8, Matthew 25:45, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 139:13-16
Vision: To create a culture where every life is valued and celebrated as a gift from God.
God determines our value. He is the author of our lives.
GOD is Pro-Life!
Middle & High School Chapel
Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 5:8, Matthew 25:45, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 139:13-16
Vision: To create a culture where every life is valued and celebrated as a gift from God.
God determines our value. He is the author of our lives.
GOD is Pro-Life!
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Video tour of website: https://www.jobsforteenshq.com/website-intro/?msID=7aa5925c-25d9-48b0-bea1-975b58df44f9
21st Century Scholar Program
For students in the 7th and 8th grade.
For specific program requirements, visit the home page of their website: https://scholars.in.gov/
GENTLENESS
This month our CCS MS/HS will be learning what it looks like to be fearlessly GENTLE. Please join us in encouraging your student(s) when they demonstrate this "focus-fruit" at home!
We are excited to see how the Holy Spirit will transform the hearts and minds of these young fruit-bearers!
Senior Class of 2019 Fundraisers
Pulled Pork Sandwich Dinner
The Columbus Christian School Drama Department proudly presents their spring musical: James and the Giant Peach. This is sure to be an eccentric evening of entertainment for the whole family!
This show is a delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure. An orphaned boy is sent to chop down a fruitless tree by his conniving and dreadful aunts. There he meets an enigmatic stranger that concocts something special resulting in human-sized insects with overgrown personalities. This show has a wonderful medley of fun and heartwarming songs and laugh out loud moments!
James and the Giant Peach the musical words and music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, book by Timothy Allen McDonald based on the children's book by Roald Dahl.
Doors Open at 6:30pm, Show begins at 7:00pm
Tickets: $7 for adults / $5 for children (Under 3 are free)
Tickets available at the door or in advance by calling the school office at (812) 372-3780.
The 2019 CCS graduating class will offer concessions during intermission, proceeds benefitting their senior class trip to NYC.
Southern Roads Conference BOYS Basketball All Conference Team 2018 – 2019
2. Conner Emily (Columbus Christian)
3. Luke Carter (CAM)
4. Keaton Seniours (Medora)
5. Ben Dobbins (Dugger)
6. Mason Boyd (Dugger)
7. David Reed (Cannelton)
8. CJ Reed (Columbus Christian)
9. Connor Sharp (Evansville Christian)
10. Owen Sullivan (Medora)
Southern Roads Conference Girls Basketball All Conference Team 2018 – 2019
2. Chloe Davis (Cannelton)
3. Kayla Jones (Columbus Christian)
4. Hannah Smith (Dugger Union)
5. Grace Lorimor (Columbus Christian)
6. Stormy Kinnard (Dugger Union)
7. Madison Marlow (Dugger Union)
8. Mackenzie Reed (Cannelton)
9. Izzy Wall (Dugger Union)
10. Kailen Flynn (Medora)
11. Kelsey Turner (Medora)
Beautiful flower baskets for sale
All orders must be turned in to the school office by Thursday, April 11. Orders must be paid for at the time of pick up.
The Columbus Christian School student that sells the most hanging baskets will receive $25.00.
Download the order form below or pick up a form in the school office. Order forms also went home in student's folders.
Creative Crusaders: A Family Night of Food, Fellowship, Talent, & Art
All Crusader Families are invited to this fun and engaging school-wide event! Bring the whole family (grandparents, aunts, uncles too!) to enjoy a homemade meal, Junior and Senior High Talent Show, and Elementary Art Exhibit.
The night will begin with a delicious meal, prepared by our wonderful school chef, Tammy Carlson. During dinner, you will enjoy the talents of our fantastic Junior and Senior High Students. At the end of the evening, you are invited to peruse the Elementary Art Show in the Elementary Hallway. All student’s artwork will be available to purchase by donation only.
Thursday, May 2nd 6-8 p.m at Columbus Christian School
Tickets: $6 pre-order, $8 at the door
Proceeds go to fund PTF projects next school year!
Look for information on purchasing tickets in next week's newsletter.
Important Dates
CCS Drama Program: James and the Giant Peach
April 5 & 6
Pork BBQ Dinner - Senior Trip Fundraiser
Friday, April 5
ISTEP+ (10th Grade Testing)
April 8-12
National Honor Society Induction
Tuesday, April 16 / 6:30PM
2 Hour Delay for Professional Development
Thursday, April 18
All School Open House
Thursday, April 18 / 5:30-7:30PM
STEM NIGHT
Thursday, April 18 / 5:30-7:30PM
Good Friday - No School
Friday, April 19
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 21
PTF Meeting
Thursday, April 25 / 3:30PM
Mid Term Ends
Friday, April 26
PROM
Friday, April 26
AFTER PROM
Saturday, April 27
ILEARN (6th-8th Grade Testing)
April 29-May3
ILEARN (3rd-5th Grade Testing)
May 6-10
Scholastic Book Fair
May 13-17
Senior Trip
May 13-17
1st & 5th Grades Baseball in Education
Thursday, May 16
Elementary Field Day
Thursday, May 23
Last Day of School
Friday, May 24
MS/HS Awards 8-9:30AM
Elementary Awards 10-11:15
(Parents are welcome to come to the Awards Ceremonies/Located in Sanctuary)
Class of 2019 Graduation
Friday, May 24 / 7:00PM
A huge thank you to dorel for the children's car seats
Thank you, Coach Roth & Coach Roth
James and the Giant Peach this weekend!
Columbus First Church of the Nazarene
Hey Crusader families! Our CCS library just got HUGE!
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"...so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God..." Colossians 1:10
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Parent Resources available on the CCS website
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Columbus Christian School Contact Info.
Email: info@columbus-christian.org
Website: http://www.whycolumbuschristian.com
Location: 3170 Indiana Ave. Columbus, IN 47201
Phone: (812) 372-3780
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/columbuschristianschool/
Twitter: @ccscrusader