TCS News
TCSNews
The week of October 22, 2007
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
“Jesus' approach is always fresh, surprising, new, and unexpected. Consequently, it always provoked a direct reaction . . . He shattered firmly formed convictions and beliefs. He often used nonreligious language, avoiding the religious language of his contemporaries, a language that had been used so long, and so often by so many people, that it had lost its meaning almost completely. He continually used examples from everyday life to express himself.” - Joseph G. Donders “Praying and Preaching the Sunday Gospel”
NEW ON OUR WEBSITE (www.timothychristian.com)
SMARTBOARD MOMENTUM BUILDS: ADOPT A SMARTBOARD PROGRAM BEGINS
Over the CEA convention break wiring preparations were made for the installation of an additional 20 SMARTBoards on campus. This latest installation will bring the campus total to 35, with this amazing technology spreading to grades 6-8 (11) and additional high school classrooms (9). The first round brought 12 SMARTBoards to grades 2-5 and 3 to the high school.
The very good news is that parents—impressed by what they see from teachers and hear from their students—are offering to “adopt” a SMARTBoard or two for the school. While the first round was financed by gifts from Partners in Education and private donations, we’re still looking for donors for the second round.
Today we received the good news that a parent couple wishes to adopt “at least two” SMARTBoards. If you’d like to help with this cause with gifts small or large, contact Dave Larsen at (630) 782-4072 for the details.
Still wondering what SMARTBoards are all about? Check out this link from our website: http://www.timothychristian.com/smartboards.php
MUSIC DEPARTMENT EVENT
Mark your calendars for the upcoming concert at Timothy: Monday, October 29, 7:30 pm – High School Choirs
JOIN THE “BENEFIT BAR” MOVEMENT
Did you know that already 59 Timothy community members are helping raise funds for Timothy just by surfing the web? Join this growing group by downloading the benefit bar. Go to the Timothy website and click on the “Benefit Bar” logo on the right hand side to learn more, or simply go to this link: http://www.timothychristian.com/benefitbar.php . It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s a new way to surf the web while benefiting Timothy at the same time.
SENIOR PORTRAITS FOR CLASS OF 2008
All senior portraits must be taken by October 31st! Our official school photographer is Root Studios (also known as HR Imaging Partners). Seniors need to go to one of the studios to be photographed. Please check out their web site at rootstudios.com to find the location nearest you. If you want to be included in the 2008 Saga you must be photographed by Root by the end of October. Only students who have been photographed by Root by the end of October will be guaranteed inclusion in this year’s book.
ALUMNI INVITED TO JOIN THE FACEBOOK MOVEMENT
Timothy Christian High School Alumni are encouraged to visit www.facebook.com, open an account, and join the group “Timothy Christian High School Alumni.” If you’re already a Facebook member, visit this group and join the crowd. The Alumni Board thinks that this will be an effective way to reunite with classmates and keep in touch. Check it out!
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL COACHES NEEDED
The middle school is in need of a coach for 6th grade boys’ basketball and a coach for 7th grade boys’ basketball. The season runs from early November through the 3rd week of January. If interested, please contact Jack LeGrand via e-mail legrand@timothychristian.com or phone at 1-630-833-4717 ext. 307.
CROSS COUNTRY RUNNERS HEAD TO SECTIONALS
Congratulations to Jeff VanderKamp, Bruce Larkin and to the Girls cross country team (Katie Dirkse, Leah Bosman, Samantha Goedeke, Kristin VanKampen, Natalie Kuick, Candace Wieringa, and Anna Boot) for qualifying for this week’s sectional race! Jeff and Bruce earned two of the 5 individual qualifying spots and the girls finished an impressive third to garner one of the 5 team spots.
BASKETBALL SHOWCASE
Recently senior Lindsay VanderBrug and junior Shannon McNeil competed in a basketball showcase in Verona, WI. Both girls were personally invited to this event that consisted mainly of junior and seniors from Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana and Iowa. Lindsay and Shannon competed very well against very good talent. Congratulations to both girls for this honor and for representing Timothy very well.
“NEW TO YOU” RESALE STORE
Want to help New to You, but can't make it in to the store? We occasionally get interesting wooden chairs or tables that would sell much better with a coat of white paint. If you would like to paint at your leisure, in your own workshop, give Shari Buma a call (630) 527-6738.
ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS THROUGH P.I.E.
Partners In Education, the very active support group on campus, will be selling Entertainment & Gold C books again this year. More information and books will be available in the next two weeks.
MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION RENEWALS ARE DUE!
Any time a magazine subscription you enjoy is up for renewal you have the opportunity to help Timothy, as well as the students or you love. Simply go to www.QSP.com. You then register with Timothy Christian Schools and place your order. Timothy will then receive a 40% share of the profits! Support Partners in Education with this easy approach to renewing subscriptions. Check yours out!
CLASS OF 1982 25TH REUNION
The Class of 1982 is having their 25th reunion on Saturday, November 24, 2007 at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center - 7800 Kingery Highway (Route 83) Willowbrook, IL 60521 Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. If you have any recent pictures of you and your family and/or of high school years at Timothy, please send them to Kristi at wkuiper5@sbcglobal.net or mail them A.S.A.P. They will be returned in November.
NOT FOR SALE CAMPAIGN
Timothy is sponsoring a major event in a new Abolitionist Movement on Sunday, November 11 from 4-5:30 p.m. in the Huizenga Auditorium. Human trafficking is rapidly becoming one of the greatest moral battles of our time. The Not For Sale Campaign is doing something about it, and we can too.
27 million people are enslaved today—and some of them live right next door to us, here in the United States. Not For Sale is a campaign of individuals, musicians, artists, people of faith, businesses, schools and sports teams united to stop it. The event at Timothy will feature speaking, film, music, and action-oriented content. The Not For Sale team provides first hand accounts of the Abolitionist Movement—both domestic and abroad. Check out more at www.notforsalecampaign.org and plan to attend this event. Bring your church!
DID YOU KNOW . . .
--that the Middle School Lock-In is November 2?
--that next week Wednesday (10/31) marks the end of 1st quarter? How time flies when you’re having fun!!
FOR PRAYER
-God’s blessing on the work of the Not For Sale Campaign and for strong support for it from among Timothy families
-Wisdom for the Board of Directors as they weigh elements of the Campus Master Plan and its implementation
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
When Mr. Van Prooyen picked up the phone, Special Agent Smith from the IRS was on the line.
"Hello, is this the superintendent?"
"Yes, this is."
"I'm calling to inquire about a constituent of Timothy Christian Schools, a David Larsen. Do you recognize the name?"
"Yes, he is a constituent of our school. How can I be of service?"
"Well, on last year's tax return, the doctor claimed that he made a sizable tax-deductible contribution to your school. Is this true?"
"Well, I'll have to have our bookkeeper verify this information for you. How much did this Larsen say he contributed?"
"Twenty-five thousand dollars," answered Agent Smith. "Can you tell me if this information is accurate?"
There was a long pause.
"I'll tell you what," replied Mr. Van Prooyen, "call back tomorrow. I'm sure it will be."
Dave Larsen
Director of Advancement
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