TCS News
TCSNews
The week of March 24, 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
“Death is the ultimate weapon of the tyrant; resurrection does not make a covenant with death; it overthrows it. The Resurrection, in the full Jewish and early Christian sense, is the ultimate affirmation that creation matters, that embodied human beings matter.” –N.T. Wright in “The Resurrection of the Son of God”
CHECK WHAT’S NEW ON THE TCS WEBSITE: www.timothychristian.com
DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS APPOINTED
Timothy is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Evenhouse ’84 to the position of Director of Alumni Relations. This part-time, donor-funded position will assist alumni in planning class reunions, strengthen relationships between alumni and Timothy, and communicate the good news about Timothy alumni to a broader audience. Look for Jay to come up with creative ideas and events with and for alumni.
Jay is also a real-estate broker, husband of Sharon, father of three Timothy students, and a member of Faith Christian Reformed Church in Elmhurst.
You’ll be hearing more from Jay in the days ahead. Look for his regular feature in future Reflectors, in the TCSNews, and on the Timothy Alumni Facebook page. If you’re a Facebook member, send him a message! He’s there.
STUDENT RECEIVES GOLDEN APPLE SCHOLARS AWARD
Congratulations to Ebony Warren who has been selected to be among the one hundred members of the Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois Class of 2008. This is a highly competitive program that seeks the best and brightest of Illinois youth interested in a teaching career. Over 1400 nominations were received. Those selected receive advanced teacher preparation through Summer Institutes that give them early practice and exposure to the art of teaching and financial assistance for college.
FROM ONE BOARD MEMBER TO YOU . . .
Recently several members of the Board of Directors spent a morning on campus distributing contracts for teachers and administrators and gave staff the opportunity to share thoughts and concerns. Here’s one summary offered by a Board member at the end of the morning: “What a blessing this morning was to me. I came away even more grounded in the fact that we are part of an incredibly God-glorifying institution. Integrity, genuine love for the students, desire to enhance each child’s walk with Jesus, and passion to teach at Timothy radiated from each teacher. I left the campus being thankful that my kids are surrounded in this environment and also with an increased respect for our faculty.”
WITH REJOICING!
Congratulations to teacher Tony Peterson and his wife Mary Beth on the birth of their son Nathan Erland who was born last Thursday at 1:40 in the afternoon. Nathan came into the world weighing 9 pounds 3 ounces and 22 inches long. Tony reports that Mary Beth is doing well after a C-section birth.
BUS REIMBURSEMENT FORMS
It’s that time of year again! The Bus Reimbursement Forms are in! If you live 1-1/2 miles or more from school, you are eligible for this payment. Please come into the Business Office before June 30 to sign the form.
UPCOMING CONCERT
Sunday, April 13 – 2:30 pm – High School Concert Choir
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL IN REHEARSAL
There IS a balm in Gilead. It takes the arrival of a young girl fresh out of prison to transform this tiny little town in the NORTHWOODS of Wisconsin. Based on the motion picture of the same name, THE SPITFIRE GRILL, a musical, will be presented by the Timothy Christian High School Drama Club on the evenings of April 24, 25, and 26. The story is told in song in a wonderful bluegrass style. A message of grace, redemption and second chances shines through each note with the brilliant colors of paradise. Come and join us for what promises to be a very moving experience for audience members. Performances will start at 7:30 PM in the Huizenga Auditorium. Tickets will go on sale in the high school library/media center starting April 14. Reserved seats will be available only through advanced ticket sales. This musical is recommended for ages 6th grade and up.
SENIOR PORTRAIT NEWS FOR THE CLASS OF ‘09
During the month of APRIL any 2009 Senior can come to any Root Studio locations and be photographed with NO SITTING FEES! During the month of MAY, the sitting fee is 1/2 Price. So please come in early and save! Please check out their web site at rootstudios.com to find a location near you. Also, beginning with the class of 2009, our seniors will have the option to view their senior proofs online, instead of receiving paper proofs through the mail. Once online, seniors will have the ability to select their yearbook pose and place an order. As security is always a top priority, a password is assigned to each student, allowing the family to decide who to grant access to (friends, relatives, etc.). Those who do not select this option will receive paper proofs as in years past.
HIGH SCHOOL FINE ARTS WEEK
Today begins Fine Arts week at Timothy. Each day, the high school will attend an assembly which highlights a different type of performance art. (Visit our website for a list of special assemblies at http://www.timothychristian.com/fineartsweek2008.php In addition, there will be competition and judging in performance, writing and art categories. Come join us Thursday evening at 7 pm in the Huizenga Auditorium for the Fine Arts Program that highlights the gifts and talents of our high school students.
SAVE THE DATE FOR “A NIGHT OUT FOR TIMOTHY”
THE TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS BENEFIT & AUCTION
Craving a night out of fun and conversation after the cold, snowy winter? “A Night Out For Timothy” on April 19 is right around the corner.
Held at the Hyatt Lodge on McDonald's Corporate Campus in Oak Brook, this promises to be a night of reconnecting with classmates and friends and sampling cultural cuisines, all while supporting your Timothy community.
This is Our Father’s World
Set up Worlds of Friends and enjoy fellowship with the Timothy Community. Sit at your child's grade table and get to know the parents of his/her classmates, hold a mini-reunion at a table of your own graduating class, or simply put together a table of old friends and enjoy a good time out. Anyway you plan it, the evening is sure to be a fun and entertaining way to spend time with both old and new acquaintances.
Enjoy Worlds of Food as you travel to several ethnic food stations representing different countries. This easy style allows for culture tasting. And to add to your personal enjoyment, professional chefs will prepare your food to order.
Contribute Worlds of Support as you view and bid on a wide variety of enticing silent auction items. Participation in games and the live auction adds to the excitement of an evening you will not want to miss. All proceeds benefit TCS programs and equipment.
Want to contribute?
Have an auction item you'd like to donate? Want to support the event financially?
Call Carrie Tazelaar at 708.819.0170 or Jennifer Nicholson at 630.263.9930
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
Leaving a plush restaurant one evening, a miserly gentleman brushed past the valet without tipping him.
Nonetheless, the valet helped the man into his car with a flourish and said pleasantly, "By the way, in case you happen to lose your wallet on the way home, sir, just remember that you didn't pull it out here."
Dave Larsen
Director of Advancement
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