Saints Calling
North Clackamas Christian School Newsletter - Dec. 2019
2019/20 School Verse
John 3:21
But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.
Celebrating the Birth of Our Savior
CONCERT SCHEDULE
Jr/Sr High Program, Dec. 9 @ 7 PM
PreSchool Program, Dec. 19 @ 7 PM
All Programs at NCCS Gym
Excelsior Choir
Providence Milwaukie Hospital
Homewoods Willamette, Dec. 15 @ 2:30 PM
Elementary Choir
Tanner Springs Assisted Living, Dec. 20 @10 AM
Students will take the NCCS bus to perform during the school day.
What's Happening at NCCS?
Basketball Season Begins!
Come cheer on our winter sports teams! Basketball game schedules can be found on the school website (Athletics), or follow these links:
Mad Science After School Program
WHAT: NASA Academy (see website link below for program details)
WHEN: Thursdays, February 13-March 19, 2:45-3:45 PM
WHERE: NCCS Classrooms
WHO: Students in 1st-6th Grade
HOW: Registration (and payment) is through MAD SCIENCE. Check their website for more information.
New Science Curriculum Adopted
Christmas Childcare
ANNOUNCING: Musical Auditions in January
WHEN: January 24, 10 am-12 pm
WHERE: NCCS Library
WHO: Students in 8-12th grade
See flyer attached below for more details.
Students Earn Band "Karate Belt"
Band Karate Achievements
Band Karate is a motivational program that encourages students to progress and excel in their skills. Each student can progress at any rate. However, in order to achieve their black belt they must pace themselves appropriately. There are a total of ten belts. Students will be recognized for every belt they earn.
Band Karate Belt Status as of November:
- Yellow (2nd) Belt: Karis, Carina, Keeley, Izzy, Lucy, Kian, Dean, Rider
- Green (4th) Belt: Richard, Timothy, Abby, Allison
- Purple (6th) Belt: In progress for three students! Will be revealed when achieved!
NHS Homework Help
Does your student need a space to work on homework and receive individual help?
National Honors Society (NHS) members have organized a “Homework Help” system, where your child can come and receive assistance outside of school hours from the NHS Juniors and Seniors. Here are the details for this program:
WHEN: Every Monday afternoon 3:15-4:15 pm & Thursday morning 7:45-8:10 am
WHERE: Room 212 (Monday) and EDP Building (Wednesday)
WHO: Open to all grades in high school, junior high, and elementary school.
WHY: Offers help in all subjects
It's FREE!
Sylvan Learning Offers Special for NCCS Students
Upcoming Event Dates
Dec. 4 Elementary Character Trait Chapel, 8:30 AM
Dec. 4 Hot Cocoa (PM):$1.50 cocoa, $2 peppermint cocoa, $1 cookie
Dec. 6 Elementary Christmas Concert, 7 PM, Gym
Dec. 9 Jr/Sr High Christmas Concert, 7 PM, Gym
Dec. 12 Excelsior Concert, 6 PM, Providence Hospital Milwaukie
Dec. 13 Christmas Childcare, 5- 8:30 PM
Dec. 15 Excelsior Concert, 2:30 PM, Homewoods on the Willamette
Dec. 15 Auction Committee Meeting, 6:30-8:30 PM, Library
Dec. 16-20 Jr/Sr High Wall Week and Christmas Spirit Days
Dec. 18 All School Christmas Chapel
Dec. 19 PreSchool Christmas Program, 7 PM, Gym
Dec. 20 Elementary (1st-6th) Choir Concert at Tanner Springs, 10 am
Dec. 20 Jr/Sr High Wall Week Assembly
Dec. 21-Jan. 6 Christmas Break, NO SCHOOL
Jan. 2 Excelsior Spring Kickoff, 6-10 PM, Music Room
Jan. 7 Back to School
NOTE: Please use the ONLINE School Calendar for up to the minute information on school events.
Annual Auction...SAVE THE DATE!
Prepare to relive the 80s at the NCCS auction on May 2, 2020!
The next auction team planning meeting is Dec. 15, 6:30 pm in the Library. Attached below are donation and sponsor forms for those wish to partner with us in this way. If you have questions, are wanting to make a donation, or would like to work with the auction team, please contact susan_vansickle@ncchristianschool.com.
NEEDED: Sign up for your child's class basket donation collection. See the office with questions.
NCCS EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION PLAN
Please let us know how we can help you!
Jr/Sr High School Vice Principal: Kevin Rice (Ext 214)
Athletic Director: Grant Nelson (Ext 201)
Business Office Manager: Emily Clark (Ext 202)
Office Manager: McKenzie Falotico (Ext 100)
Front Office Reception: Beth Woody (Ext 601)
Email: sherri_james@ncchristianschool.com
Website: www.ncchristianschool.com
Location: 19576 Sebastian Way, Oregon City, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 655-5961
NCCS Mission Statement
North Clackamas Christian School partners with Christian parents in providing our students with a biblically-based education that pursues excellence in spiritual, academic, artistic and athletic programs, training them to serve Christ daily.