Columbus Christian School News

November 20, 2020

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eLearning Photo Opp

Families posted on our Facebook page some shots of students working hard on their eLearning work. We are thankful for the love and support out students have. If you have a photo, but didn't want to post it, feel free to email it to mfleeharty@columbus-christian.org. We would like to use some in our yearbook, too!
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5th Graders went on a Trip!

Well, sorta. We are thankful for the technology that we can use to take us where ever we can't physically go. 5th Grade took a virtual trip to a pig farm this week, while on eLearning! How cool!
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3rd Grade

Mrs. Adams played a multiplication game with her students while on Zoom earlier this week!
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The Book Fair ends on Sunday! Don't forget to visit the link below...

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CCS Book Fair

Our Book Fair begins MONDAY (Nov. 9) and ends Sunday, Nov. 22.

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Link to the Crusader Store

New Gear, New Looks! Our new gear is available to order until November 25, 2020

Christmas Store Changes

Some changes have been made to our Christmas Store, and will be sent out as soon as plans are finalized.
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The makings for 42 Thanksgiving baskets - thanks to our very generous CCS family!


Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible and being the Hands and Feet of Jesus!


Mark 10:45 says “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

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This picture (below) was taken during the food basket pick up today with Turning Point. They are so thankful for our CCS families who donated!
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Hey Crusaders! Masks are on sale for $10 in the Office!

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Order Breakfast and/or Lunch Here

This link will take you to the FACTS SIS Help Login site.

Order Breakfast & Lunch Here

Place your students order and payment for breakfast and lunch here: https://logins2.renweb.com/Logins/ParentsWeb-Login.aspx?


Meal prices:

Breakfast $2

Lunch $3

Snacks: $0.50 or $1 (available at limited times)

September Menu

Questions/Comments: Please contact Tammy Carlson at tcarlson@columbus-christian.org or call/text 1-812-322-4679.

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IMPORTANT DATES:

NOVEMBER

9-22 - Scholastic Book Fair

20 - The First Thanksgiving

23 - PRESS ON Monday

26 - No School Thanksgiving Break

27 - No School Thanksgiving Break

30 - Students Back in Classrooms

30 - PRESS ON Monday


DECEMBER

7 - PRESS ON Monday

12 - Affordable Christmas

14 - PRESS ON Monday

17 - Christmas Programs

21 - PRESS ON Monday

21 - Christmas Pajama Day

22 - Ugly Christmas Sweater Day

22 - End of 2nd 9 weeks

23-Jan.3 - Christmas Break


JANURARY

4 - Class Resumes

4 - PRESS ON Monday

4 - Report Cards Sent Home

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Attitude of Gratitude - CCS Elementary/Middle/High School Chapel (11/20/20)

What's at the core of Christian education?

How well do you see? Most of us own a pair of glasses - glasses to help us see better, glasses to protect our eyes from the sun, reading glasses, glasses to "look" cool... When you put on those glasses, you see through a different lens. Your ability to see is fundamentally changed.

Christian education helps students learn to view the world through GOSPEL GLASSES. Every day, our teachers and students intentionally look at history, science, math, relationships, athletics, the arts and life through the lens of the gospel.

So what's at the core of Christian education? Listen to two of our Bible teachers explain what it really means to put on gospel glasses. What glasses do you have on today?

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Safety Guidelines

In keeping with local and state guidelines, please read the CCS Protocols.
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Help Needed!

We are looking for a looking for video coordinator. If you are interested in recording the Boys Varsity Basketball Games, please contact Athletic Director, Kevin Roth, at

kroth@columbus-christian.org.

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Black Friday Deals

Don't shop on Black Friday or Cyber Monday until you shop our fundraiser! You'll get the GIFTS YOU NEED at the PRICES YOU WANT, and your friends and family will receive quality PRODUCTS THEY'LL LOVE. Plus every purchase you make using the following link helps our group! Thank you!

CCS Athletics Fundraiser

CRUSADERS ATHLETICS

For information on CCS Athletics, check out the school website at www.whycolumbuschristian.com/athletics

EVENTLINK

CCS uses a free app, eventlink, to communicate all it’s athletic & drama activities including game schedules. For more information, go here: How to Create an Eventlink Account.

If you encounter any issues, contact Matt Bond, Assistant Athletic Director at mbond@columbus-christian.org.

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TEACHER'S FAVORITES LIST


Crusader Families,

God has blessed us with INCREDIBLE Teachers and Staff! The PTF has done some extensive research to learn a little more about these amazing people... (actually, we just had them fill out a questionnaire)!

Please use this list as a resource throughout the year to surprise and encourage them (Birthdays, Christmas, or anytime you want to show them you love and appreciate them)! This is an easy way to show our teachers and staff how much we value who they are and all they do for our children. Thank you! - PTF Leadership Team


To access the 2020-2021 Teacher Favorites List:

1. Login in to googleclassroom.com

2. In the upper right corner, click on the “+” sign

3. Choose add classroom from drop down menu

4. Enter the code: 2kiskpm

5. Once you’ve joined the PTF classroom, all teacher favorites can be found under class

work, separated by grade

Please send all questions to Lori Hunnicutt (hunnicutt.lori@gmail.com)

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2021-22 Heritage Fund Scholarship

2021-22 Heritage Fund scholarship applications are now available.Thanks to the generosity of our scholarship donors, dozens of scholarships are offered for a variety of postsecondary fields of study and interests. See https://www.heritagefundbc.org/scholarships/ for a complete list of scholarships and their individual criteria, typical award amount range and link to apply. All completed scholarship applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2021.
FACTS Family Portal - Order Breakfast and/or Lunch Here

This link will take you to the FACTS Family Portal.

School Lunch Menu

October Menu

School Forms & Documents

Back to School Forms, After Care, COVID-19 Return to School Plan, Yearly Calendar, Supply List, Drop Off & Pick Up Procedures, & FAQ

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RIGHTNOW MEDIA

CCS is a RightNow media partner and that benefit extends to you! Check with the office for gift subscription information and begin enjoying access to Christian materials, teaching videos and books available in this online Biblical library. You can use these with your kids, for your personal growth and even as part of a family devotion or small group.


If you have not signed up for RightNow Media yet, click the link below to create an account for free! You'll get instant access to these studies and over 20,000 other Christian video resources for your whole family.


Get Started Now

HELPING YOUR TEENS RETAIN THEIR FAITH (Part 1 of 2)

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY

Researchers David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock share valuable insights about the faith of the emerging generation of young people, identifying many of the challenges facing teens and 20-somethings in the digital age. Our guests offer parents guidance for strengthening their teens’ faith and helping them sustain that faith in today’s culture. Read More

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2020-2021 School Theme: PRESS ON

Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14
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Columbus Christian School Contact Info.

How to stay connected:

Website: www.whycolumbuschristian.com/parents-portal

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/columbuschristianschool/

Twitter: @ccscrusader

Instagram: columbuschristianschool

YouTube: Columbus Christian School

eNewsletter: Emailed to you every Friday and also on the website under the PARENTS tab.

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Background Check Must Be On File

All family members who anticipate volunteering in the school, going on field trips, attending school functions, even driving MS/HS kids to their retreats MUST have a Volunteer Application/Background Check on file with CCS. Please download the form, fill it out and return it to the office. Thank you!

Do you shop on Amazon?

Did you know you can donate a percentage of any regular Amazon purchase to CCS by using Amazon Smile? It's Amazon's way of donating to charities. Help us keep our costs down and our student impact big by taking advantage of this easy resource!

SCRIP - Reduce your school tuition for 2021-22

Learn how you can reduce your school tuition for 2021-22 by ordering gift cards through CCS.

If you do any of the following:

  • purchase gas, food, clothing
  • eat out
  • shop Amazon.com
  • purchase gifts for Christmas, Birthdays, Anniversaries, etc.
  • go on Vacations
  • work on your car and purchase parts
  • purchase materials or tools for big home improvement projects


It's really simple. All you do is purchase gift cards (called SCRIP cards) through CCS. Order through the office or online...anytime! Call Tammy Harvey, Financial Secretary at (812) 372-3780 to get the enrollment code for ordering online. Start saving on next years tuition today!

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Immunizations

Heading back to school is an exciting time of year for students. As students go back to school, it is important that they eat healthy, stay active, and are up to date on their immunizations. The Bartholomew County Health Department would like to help you make sure your child is up to date. Call 812-379-1555 option 1 to check immunization status and make an appointment. Publicly funded program for those uninsured and underinsured to receive immunizations at no charge. Most insurances also accepted. Click here to view the Required & Recommended School Immunizations.

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