TCS News
TCSNews
The week of January 7, 2008
A weekly email newsletter from Timothy Christian Schools to keep you informed, involved and invited.
Our Mission: “Serving God and His people, Timothy Christian Schools develops academically prepared Christian disciples who embrace Christ’s call to transform the world.”
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
“The test of forgiving lies with healing the lingering pain of the past, not with forgetting that the past ever happened.” - Lewis B. Smedes in “Forgive and Forget”
NEW ON THE TIMOTHY WEBSITE: www.timothychristian.com
-1st Quarter Honor Roll
- Humboldt Christmas Dinner
- Middle School Geo Bee
- 5th and 6th Grade Band/Orchestra Concert
- 2nd and 8th Graders Read Together
Also, the January Menu has been posted as well as the approved school calendar for the 2008-09 year.
THE TIMOTHY WISH LIST http://www.timothychristian.com/needs.php
Over Christmas vacation a Timothy family funded one of our wish list items: the purchase of hymnals for the elementary/middle school music program! A new item on the list as of today: surplus Frequent Flyer Miles for travel to professional conferences and seminars for teachers and administrators.
MIDDLE SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY BEE
The Middle School Geo Bee took place the afternoon of December 18, 2007 in the Huizenga Auditorium. Fourteen students qualified for this event by having a high score on a pre-written test that was given to the entire Middle School. They were later joined by the winner and runner-up in the Elementary Bee as they competed for the title of champion.
Tough questions and tough competition made this year's Bee an interesting one! Like the ES Bee, students were eliminated after missing two questions. One particularly difficult round took out 5 competitors, leaving five left to battle it out. One student qualified for the finals while the other four went several rounds until it narrowed down to the final two. Again, several rounds of "tie-breakers" took place until 7th grader Peter Carlson was declared champion and 7th grader Andrew Groenewold Runner Up! Photos of this event can be seen on our website.
Peter wins a $500 Scholarship to be applied to next year's tuition, as well as a chance to take a test which could earn him a spot in the National Geo Bee in Washington D.C. . Congratulations to all the competitors!
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE TIMOTHY AUCTION
Please reserve Saturday, April 19 for the Timothy Auction “This Is My Father’s World.” The exact time and location will be announced later. The Auction is a production of Partners in Education.
MUSIC FESTIVAL COMING TO TIMOTHY
Timothy will host a music festival featuring adjudicators from the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music on January 26th, 2008. The event is for students in grades 7-12 in the categories of voice, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Sign-up forms are available with all 7-12 music teachers.
FACEBOOK.COM PRESENCE CONTINUES TO GROW
As of today, 218 alumni and friends have joined the Facebook group “Timothy Christian High School Alumni,” 28 have joined “Parents and Friends of Timothy Christian Schools,” and ten have joined “I Work at Timothy Christian Schools.” If you have a Facebook account (it’s easy!) check out these groups and join!
CONCERT COMING
The Middle School Choir along with the Freshman Choir will present a concert this Sunday, January 13 at 2:30PM in the Huizenga Auditorium.
SMARTBOARD UPDATE
Since late September we have received gifts totaling $47,250 for the purchase of additional SMARTBoards throughout the school system, which means we are nearly half-way toward our goal of $100,000. Gifts have come from individuals, families, and alumni reunion classes. Our goal is to completely cover the purchases made through a generous no-interest loan before the end of the school year. Each SMARTBoard costs $5,000.
IMPORTANT NEWS FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING OFFICE
Timothy Christian High School will host a Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, January 8, at 7:00 PM in the high school choir room. The seminar will be led by a representative from Calvin College with the information being helpful for high school juniors, seniors, and their parents. The purpose of the seminar is to help you understand how your family’s eligibility for need-based aid is determine and to discuss the various options and programs available to help pay for college education. The content of the seminar will assist you no matter what college you are considering. The evening will be very helpful as a first-time introduction to the information that will be required on the FAFSA form.
Juniors were given their PSAT/NMSQT results today, January 7 in their U.S. History classes. Their entire score report was reviewed and explained, after which students were able to take their report home. Students were also given information regarding My College QuickStart a free easy-to-use, online, personalized resource for all students who took the PSAT. If students or parents have any questions concerning their report, they should contact Mrs. David at 630-833-7575 Ext. 206.
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC POSITION OPEN
Timothy Christian Schools is seeking applicants for the position of Maintenance Mechanic. Ideal candidates should have experience in hvac/r, plumbing, electrical, construction or facilities maintenance, be able to climb ladders and lift at least 70 lbs. Applicants must be highly motivated, self directed and demonstrate high integrity. We offer competitive salary, outstanding work environment and excellent benefits. Please fax resumes to (630)833-9238 or mail to Timothy Christian Schools, 188, W. Butterfield Rd., Elmhurst, Il, 60126, Attn: Dan VanProoyen.
URGENT NEED AT NEW TO YOU
The person who last year volunteered his services to plowing the resale store parking lot is no longer able to help, so we’re looking for someone to handle this important task. While volunteering this service is always the most desirable from the store’s point of view, they’ll consider all offers. Contact store manager Collette Valrie at (708) 344-8477.
DO YOU SHOP AT ULTRA FOODS?
Timothy supporters are reminded to hand in all Ultra Food receipts from October through December, by January 9. You may drop them off at the Business Office or mail them to Flory Hoving. Timothy has received over $380.00 so far.
Supporters using their Dominick's Fresh value card have helped earn $420.36 from June through October. We are starting to average just over $100.00 each month through this easy method.
FOR PRAYER
Over Christmas Break several of our staff members experienced the death of a parent. We ask that you please remember in your prayers those who are grieving the loss of a loved one: Jim and Barb Hartgerink in the death of Barb’s Mom, Deb Lanenga in the death of her father, Ellen Dec in the death of her father and Cindy Wagle in the death of her mother. May God comfort these families with His perfect peace.
DID YOU KNOW . . . ?
-that there is still time to order an elementary/middle school Yearbook for only $22? Orders will be accepted until January 18. Don’t miss your chance to purchase a piece of your child’s school memories! Photos of every student are included as well as candid shots of special activities throughout the year.
-that this Friday the middle school will have a Spirit Pep Rally at noon? The Winter Teams will be recognized as well as the annual Students vs. the Faculty Basketball Game.
-that 8th graders Jasmine Stein and Colleen Murphy will be the guests of our local VFW which will honor them at a dinner in January for submitting a winning essay about what it means to be an American Patriot. The 8th grade was recently required to write an essay about what it means to be an American Patriot. The winners were chosen by the VFW and their essays might be sent on to compete in state competitions. We will get more information at the dinner when the winner is chosen to compete at the state level. It is possible to win a trip to Washington D.C. Congratulations!
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
While on a road trip, an elderly couple stopped at a roadside restaurant for lunch. After finishing their meal, they left the restaurant and resumed their trip. When leaving, the elderly woman unknowingly left her glasses on the table and she didn't miss them until they had been driving about twenty minutes. By then, to add to the aggravation, they had to travel quite a distance before they could find a place to turn around, in order to return to the restaurant to retrieve her glasses.
All the way back, the elderly husband became the classic grouchy old man. He fussed and complained and scolded his wife relentlessly during the entire return drive. The more he chided her the more agitated he became. He just wouldn't let up one minute.
To her relief, they finally arrived at the restaurant. As the woman got out of the car and hurried inside to retrieve her glasses, the old geezer yelled to her, "While you're in there, you might as well get my hat and the credit card."
Dave Larsen
Director of Advancement
Editor
Cindy Van Kampen
Webmaster
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