Columbus Christian School News
October 18, 2019
A Note from Mrs. Donnell
We hope that everyone enjoyed their Fall Break! Our CCS students and staff came back refreshed and ready to start a new 9 weeks! Fall is officially upon us. The temps are starting to drop, the leaves are beginning to change and we get to begin a new 9 weeks. I hope everyone starts this new 9 weeks strong, remembers to be kind and show Christ in all that we say and do.
Blessings,
Mrs. Donnell
COLLEGE FINANCIAL PLANNING
- Who: ALL families who plan to send their students to college-- This is NOT just for high school students. Elementary and middle school families are welcome!
- What: A FREE event to share college planning and savings strategies
- When: Tuesday, October 22 from 6:00-8:00 PM
- Where: Columbus Christian School
- Why: It's never too early (or too late) to create a successful financial plan!
Please join us for an event sponsored by Thrivent Financial, a Fortune 500, Christian financial company. Thrivent is committed to helping Christian families honor God with their money by providing support for biblical financial stewardship.
At this event, two professional consultants will discuss how to create a financial plan for your student's college education. They will discuss saving strategies, how to navigate the FAFSA, and how to avoid debt at all costs. They will also facilitate an interactive Q&A session to address any questions you may have about the college planning process.
High school students are encouraged to attend. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL PARENTS/GUARDIANS:
PASTOR APPRECIATION BREAKFAST
CCS Families: Be sure to invite your pastor to come to this event!
October is Pastor Appreciation Month! We are thankful for the leadership of our area churches and pastors. Are you a pastor or ministry leader? Come and enjoy a FREE catered breakfast, fellowship with other area pastors and hear how God is working in the lives of some of our mutual families.
Students at CCS represent over 50 different churches in our surrounding community. Columbus Christian School is a para-church ministry; working alongside families and churches in the spiritual discipleship and education of future generations for the glory of God!
Thursday, October 24th
7:45am Catered Breakfast
8:30am School Tour (optional)
Pastors, please RSVP for this event by calling the school at (812) 372-3780 or emailing lfoster@columbus-christian.org.
PRESCHOOL - KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE
Do you know a family with preschool or kindergarten aged children? Invite them to the CCS Open House that is geared just for them! They can pre-register online at: www.whycolumbuschristian.com
ALL SCHOOL BIBLE CHARACTER PARADE
Wednesday, October 30th at 8:15
CCS Gymnasium
Parents are invited to watch our student body and staff in a Bible Character Parade.
Prizes will be awarded for:
- Authenticity: Is the costume historically correct and Biblical?
- Creativity and Originality: Is the costume creative and original in execution?
- Fun Favorite: The student had so much fun creating this costume, and it shows!
*Elementary and Middle/High School will be judged separately and these categories will be awarded for both.
All Students MUST follow the school dress code for their costume.
Students are welcome to bring a change of clothes for after the parade.
Middle & High School Chapel
Parents are always welcome to come to chapel on Friday. Middle & High School Chapel begins at 8:05, Elementary begins at 9:05. Ask your student what they learned this morning!
You can find chapel recordings on the CCS website as Chapel Podcast Page under the Parents tab at: www.whycolumbuschristian.com/chapel-podcast-page
Speaker: Tim Tallent, First Baptist Church of Hartsville
Topic: Madness In Moab
Elementary Chapel
Speaker: Speaker: Tim Tallent, First Baptist Church of Hartsville
Topic: How To Pray For Your Friends
PTF Leadership Positions
- Chair Elect - Assist the Chair
- Fundraising Coordinator - Organize & plan fundraising events
Contact Lori Love at ptf@columbus-christian.org.
Student Video Coordinator for Athletic Games
See Your Snapshots in the 2019-2020 Yearbook
Parents: The CCS Yearbook is a collaboration of photos taken by parents. When you are on a field trip, sporting event, etc. we would love for you to share your snapshots with us. Please send them to Mrs. Miranda Fleeharty at: mfleeharty@columbus-christian.org. She will get back with you if she needs more information about the grade level or event. Thank you so much for helping build a great yearbook for the CCS students! Don't forget that these count as Service Hours!
A NEW WAY TO TRACK BOX TOPS PARTICIPATION!
Make sure you have the NEW Box Tops app on your phone! It's the all-new way to earn cash for your school—no clipping required. Learn more here: boxtops4education.com.
Get Ready! The CCS BoxTop Battle is October 21 - 25.
SEASON PASS INFORMATION
EVENTLINK
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MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR
Mrs. Friedersdorf is getting the student's pipes warmed up and ready to celebrate the Christmas season. Students need to let their teachers know that they want to join the choir. Choir meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-3:15PM.
"Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." Psalm 100
21ST CENTURY SCHOLAR PROGRAM
The Indiana 21st Century Scholarship Program is an early commitment college promise program funded by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education (CHE), offering income-eligible Hoosier students up to four years of paid tuition at an eligible Indiana two-year and/or four-year higher education institution. For specific program requirements, visit their website: https://scholars.in.gov/
MATH RESOURCES
IMPORTANT DATES:
Box Top Battle Begins
Monday, October 21
College Financial Planning Meeting
Tuesday, October 22 / 6:00-8:00PM
Presentation For Middle & High School Students & Parents (www.vapefreeindiana.isdh.in.gov)
Wednesday, October 23 / 9:30AM
Pastor Appreciation Breakfast
Thursday, October 24 / 7:45AM
Preschool - Kindergarten Open House
Thursday, October 24 / 5:30-7:00PM
School Board Meeting
Thursday, October 24 / 6:30PM *updated
All School Bible Character Parade
Wednesday, October 30 / 8:15AM
CCS Drama "The Capper Trap"
Friday, November 1
Saturday, November 2
Doors Open at 6:30PM
Show Begins at 7:00PM
All School Chapel for Veteran's Day
Friday, November 8
Mid Term Ends
Friday, November 8
CCS Parent Prayer Meeting
Monday, November 11 / 7:30AM
2HR Delay for Staff Development
Tuesday, November 12
Picture Retake
Tuesday, November 12
Worship Night at CCS
Friday, November 15 / 7PM
ISTEP 10 Retest
November 18-19
Bookfair
November 18-22
CCS Board Meeting
Thursday, November 21 / 6:30PM
Middle School Retreat
Friday, November 22
All School Pajama & Popcorn Party Day
Wednesday, November 27
Thanksgiving Break
November 28-29
Mrs. Friedersdorf - Choir
Mrs. Friedersdorf and her husband, David, have 4 grown daughters and 10 grandchildren, 4 of which are students at CCS. She enjoys caring for her farm animals: horses, goats and chickens and two pet dachshunds in her free time. She also enjoys writing choral music and has published several pieces. One of her favorite scripture verses is: Isaiah 41:10, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Please join us in praying for Mrs. Friedersdorf and the rest of our CCS staff. God is doing big things through His people, for His people!
The drama set is starting to come together!
Play doh time in preschool!
Kindergarten at Hackmans
Varsity Volleyball: ICSAA State runner-up for the second year in a row!
7th Grade Life Skills: Mug Dessert
Pre Order Lunch
Flu Vaccine Clinic at CCS
The Bartholomew County Health Department will be providing a flu shot clinic for any CCS student/staff member at a date to be determined in early November. If you are interested in having your child participate, please sign them up on the attached form link. If you have insurance, we will need a copy of your insurance card. If the child is not insured , the shot will be free of charge through the Health Department. If you have questions, please contact me.
Thank you
Student Flu clinic sign up sheet
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AFTERSCHOOLHELP.COM
By using AfterSchoolHelp, students can strengthen their understanding of the concepts that they learn during their lessons, and AfterSchoolHelp can help struggling students to grasp difficult concepts by reinforcing instruction or by adding new elements to the way they look at the problem.
BASKETBALL & BEYOND
It is time once again to gear up for an upcoming season of “Basketball & Beyond”! Sign-ups are now underway and will continue until October 25th, 2019. This coed program is for all students in 1st through 6th grades. Practices are held for 1 hour per week beginning during the week of November 11th, 2019 with the first games beginning Saturday December 7th, 2019.
You may sign up by clicking on the following link to complete the sign-up procedure online. Registration Link
We are also in need of coaches and assistant coaches. This is a great opportunity to work with our youth in a fun environment. If this is an area which you would like to serve please let us know and we will provide you with an application.
Please note that there will be NO evaluation day this year. We ask that you answer some basic questions regarding you son or daughters talents. We will do our best to match the teams up appropriately.
We are looking forward to another great season at the First Christian Youth Center!
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Collection Week - November 18-25
Location: First Christian Church of Columbus
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan's Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God's love in a tangible way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 146 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 150 countries and territories. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift they have ever received.
Find out more about Operation Christmas Child here.
You can watch one of their videos here.
1 Timothy 4:7-8
CCS Verse of the Week
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