TCS News
TCSNews
The week of November 5, 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
“You have not lived a perfect day, even though you have earned your money, unless you have done something for someone who cannot repay you.”- Ruth Smeltzer
NEW ON THE TIMOTHY WEBSITE: www.timothychristian.com
Faculty Over Seniors 21-13: Flag Football Recap
Timothy presents a workshop on Internet Safety
Also, watch for photos from the middle school Lock-in, held last Friday.
INTERNET SAFETY WORKSHOP
During the month of October, Mr. Kevin Hackert and Miss Lisa Eastway provided our 7th graders with some important information about the use of social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace. The students appreciated the information, and parents asked if the same information could be shared with them as well. This is a good reminder for everyone regarding how to keep safe on the Internet. The information is provided on our website. Please visit www.timothychristian.com and click on the link on our homepage.
Timothy is sponsoring a major event in a new Abolitionist Movement this 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!
This event is sponsored by Timothy and Change Design Group, Darwill Press, Providence Bank, V3, and Bastian and Joan Knoppers.
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. If you’d like to help with this cause with gifts small or large, contact Dave Larsen at (630) 782-4072 for the details. Recently alumni reunion classes have joined the effort too.
Still wondering what SMARTBoards are all about? Check out this link from our website: http://www.timothychristian.com/smartboards.php
ANNUAL SPORTS PARENT MEETING
The Annual Sports Parent Meeting for parents of all Timothy Christian High School athletes will be held at 6:00 pm on Monday, November 12, 2007 in the HS cafeteria. This is a mandatory meeting to discuss various issues related to our high school athletic program, including program philosophy, expectations, eligibility issues, extra-curricular code, Booster Club, etc. There will also be a sign-up table for basketball season concessions (This will be your opportunity to pick your date and time to work concessions). The girls and boys basketball coaches will meet with parents of their teams immediately following the meeting.
“ANNIE” COMES TO TIMOTHY
The popular musical “Annie” comes to the Timothy stage on Thursday-Saturday November 15-17 for performances in the Huizenga Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Tickets are now on sale from the High School library for $6.00 adults and $5.00 for students/senior citizens.
MINI-BAZAAR AND PASTA DINNER BEFORE SEEING “ANNIE” ON FRIDAY THE 16TH
Partners In Education sponsors a Dinner-Theater Night on Friday the 16th. Before the evening’s production of “Annie,” come to a pasta dinner in the high school cafeteria ($5.00 per child/$8.00 per adult). A mini-bazaar will also be held from 5-8:00 p.m., also in the cafeteria. Questions? Call Melanie Hansberger at (630)589-4875.
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.
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.” The group has grown to over 160 members in two short weeks! 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!
PARENTS AND FRIENDS OF TIMOTHY: YOUR TURN TO JOIN THE FACEBOOK MOVEMENT
A group is now created for you on Facebook. Look for “Parents and Friends of Timothy Christian Schools” and join! The group is designed to promote networking and discussion among those who care about the mission of Timothy Christian Schools, and will serve as a safe place to discuss topics of mutual concern, post news, and connect with parents and friends. Check it out. And if you haven’t yet joined Facebook, this may be what you’ve been waiting for. www.facebook.com
CALLING ALL TECHNOLOGISTS!
Timothy has begun developing a list of technology professionals who would occasionally lend their experience to the school. We are beginning to come across areas where we need someone to help troubleshoot an issue or just help out with a small project, and we need your help. If you have experience with Exchange, Web Application Development, ISA, IIS or other enterprise level networking products or would be willing to assist on small projects when necessary and would like to help, please send your name and your expertise to Sue Lubben at stlubben@comcast.net.
EXTRA VHS/DVDs: FREE TO A GOOD HOME
Duplicate copies of high school graduation videos/DVDs are available free in the high school library/media center.
HS Graduation 2007 11 DVDs
2006 6 DVDs
2004 3 VHS
2001 1 VHS
2000 1 VHS
1999 9 VHS
Senior Chapel 2001 1 VHS
The library also has an extensive duplicate collection of videos of athletic events from 2000-06, recorded by faithful friend Marty Stulp. You are welcome to stop in and see if there are any that you may want for your collection.
HIGH SCHOOL INCOMPLETE GRADES
All high school incomplete grades from 1st quarter must be finalized with the teacher by 3 PM on Nov. 20. It is the responsibility of the student, not the teacher, to talk with his/her teacher about what must yet be turned in or completed by that time.
“NEW TO YOU” RESALE STORE: DECK THE HALLS AND WALLS
All parents are invited to a special evening to decorate the store for Christmas. On Tuesday, November 13 from about 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., you are invited to help us put out the boxes and boxes of Christmas merchandise that have been donated. The store will only be open for volunteers. Meet other parents, have some hot cider, and help out at Timothy's upscale resale store. The Christmas sales bring in extra money for Timothy and the three other Christian schools it supports. New to You is located at 1700 W. Roosevelt Road in Broadview. It is about twelve minutes east of Timothy on Roosevelt Road. For more information, please call Shari Buma (630) 527-6738.
BANKET DAY (THAT’S banKET, not blanket)
Are you ready for the holidays? Do you have your banket ordered? Now is the time! Banket is a flaky Dutch pastry with an almond filling. It's a great item for your holiday cookie trays! Banket will again be sold frozen and unbaked in a package of 3 strips for $15.00. It will be made and ready for pick up on Thursday, November 8 from noon until 5PM at the Timothy High School Cafeteria. To place your orders call Joyce Hoogstra - 708-562-0148 or e-mail jhoogstra@sbcglobal.net. Willing hands are also needed to make banket dough & paste on Wed, Nov.7 6:30PM. - 9:30PM. and on Thurs. Nov.8 beginning at 8:30 AM to assemble banket. Please call Joyce Hoogstra 708-562-0148 to volunteer.
TIMOTHY-WEAR FUND RAISER—SPONSORED BY PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
Check out the fresh up-to-date styles in proud Timothy colors. There's great variety, with something for everyone! Choose from a terrific selection of baseball hats, scarves, sweatshirts, hoodies, and vintage football shirts to polo shirts. Check them out for yourself at the P.I.E table in front of the elementary office during the Parent Teacher conferences this Thursday and Friday November 8 and 9. You can see and feel the quality first-hand and place your orders. Delivery will be by mid-December, in time for Christmas gift-giving. Contact Diane Karpman at DMK7288@aol.com or (630) 832-7519 with any questions.
The proceeds for all P.I.E. fund raisers are dedicated to Timothy needs . . . like our new SMARTboards!
MARKET DAY NEWS
Although we did not reach our goal in October to win the Scholastic Books, we are grateful for a $546 profit to benefit our school! November is PIE MONTH! If you order a pie in November, Timothy receives $1.75 for each pie/cheesecake ordered. If we sell more than 249, we’ll receive $2.75 ea. WHO DOESN’T LOVE PIES? Ask your family, friends and neighbors to get their holiday pies from TCS. Choose from a wide variety of pies and cheesecakes including Pumpkin Praline, French Silk, and Fruit Medley. Get a FREE insulated bag when you purchase 4 or more pies from Market Day.
The next Market Day pick up is Friday, November 16, 3:30-4:30 pm in the ES/MS Mini Gym. Phone and Internet orders must be placed by Tuesday, November 13 at noon. Or, you can hand in your order form to the ES/MS Office by the end of the day on Monday, November 12. Any questions, please contact Barb Cimmarusti at (630) 530-2996.
DO YOU SHOP AT ULTRA FOODS?
If you do, please send in your cash register receipts (dated from October 1 through December 31, 2008) to Timothy Christian Schools. Ultra Foods will give back 5% of total purchases for these 3 months. Please send in the whole, original receipt. Turn in to school by January 9, or send to Flory Hoving. Questions or Comments, call Flory Hoving. (1040 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL 60126. 630/279-5294).
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
A cantor--the man who sings the prayers at a synagogue--brags before his congregation in a booming, bellowing voice: "Two years ago I insured my voice with Lloyds of London for $750,000." There is a hushed and awed silence in the crowded room. Suddenly, from the back of the room, the quiet, nasal voice of an elderly woman is heard, "So what did you do with the money?
Dave Larsen
Director of Advancement
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Cindy Van Kampen
Webmaster
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