TCS News
TCSNews
The week of February 18, 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
“Language has created the word loneliness to express the pain of being alone, and the word solitude to express the glory of being alone.”- Paul Tillich
DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS POSITION ANNOUNCED
Through a generous gift from a donor Timothy is able to announce a part-time position for a Director of Alumni Relations. This person will strengthen the mission of Timothy through alumni participation, promotion, and resource development. Among other qualifications, we are looking for someone who:
- Has an excellent work ethic and positive attitude
- Is a Timothy alumnus with established networks among Timothy alumni
- Is an effective communicator
Interested parties may call Dave Larsen at (630) 782.4072 or email larsen@timothychristian.com for more information. Send your resume and letter of interest to his attention at Timothy.
WYSE (WORLDWIDE YOUTH IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING) STUDENTS ACHIEVE GREAT THINGS!
Congratulations to the WYSE team for their first place finish in Regional competition last week. They will now compete in Sectionals at North Central College in Naperville on March 13. Individual winners included: Steven Barre (1st place Biology), Matt Clark (1st place Computers), Dan Denby (1st place Chemistry), Rachel Groters (2nd place Chemistry), Megan Kazuba (3rd place English), Katie McKay (2nd place English and Physics), Jon Proctor (2nd place Chemistry), Nate Puchalski (3rd place Chemistry and Math), Julie Schram (2nd place Biology), Corey VanDyk (2nd place Math and Drafting), Adam VanKampen (1st place Drafting), Simon Wang (1st place Math and 3rd place Physics), Danny Ziegler (1st place Physics), Ben Zigterman (3rd place Biology), and Mark Zylstra (2nd place Physics).
BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAM: “IMAGINE ME”
The Timothy Christian Black History Committee invites the entire Timothy Christian community to join its members this Thursday February 21 at 7 p.m., in 
the high school auditorium to celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans of the past and present and to rejoice in the coming together of Timothy's diverse population. This year, the production is in the form of a drama that highlights various periods in African American history. The production includes performances by elementary, middle and high school students. The evening promises to be both entertaining and enlightening! Please join us!
TIMOTHY HOSTS BOYS’ BASKETBALL REGIONALS
Timothy Christian will be hosting the Boys IHSA 2A Regional Basketball Tournament. The schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
- Walther Lutheran vs. Douglass Academy
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
- Timothy Christian vs. Luther North
Friday, Feb. 21, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
- Regional Championship
THE MEDIA AND OUR STUDENTS
The education committee of the school board has established a sub-committee to evaluate how the school is and should be equipping our students to be discerning regarding the media in our culture. What does it mean to be “in the world but not of the world,” as we absorb culture through media? The question becomes even more important as access to media is multiplied and privatized through the various forms of digital media available in culture. This Wednesday a lecture by Jackson Katz will be presented at Aurora University from 6:30 to 8:00 PM on the topic, “The Macho Paradox: Violence, Media and the Crisis in Masculinity.” Much about popular male culture contributes to sexual and domestic violence. This includes mainstream media images from sports, television and music videos which promote violent masculinity as a cultural norm. Renowned educator Jackson Katz will explore the cultural environment that condones sexism and violence and will provide practical tools for raising boys in an atmosphere where being a man is not about violence. If you are interested in attending this free lecture RSVP by phone to 630-325-1900 or reservations@robertcrown.org.
TUITION TAX CREDIT
Tax time is upon us again. Did you know that Timothy Christian School parents can receive up to a $500 tax credit because of the tuition that they pay? You can do this by completing a “Receipt for Qualified Education Expenses” form which can be downloaded from the following website: tax.illinois.gov. Go to the left side and find “Forms/Publications.” Go down to near the bottom of the page under the heading “Other Tax Related Forms/Publications.” Look for “School Form”. Choose “Form”. This form indicates that it should be completed by the school. However, some of the information is not available to us (e.g. social security numbers). Timothy Christian Schools can provide a receipt with all the tuition amounts for each of your children which you could then transfer to this form.* You can then attach our receipt to the form. Please note that you must complete the ED Worksheet in the Form IL-1040 instructions to figure the amount of your credit. If you have any questions, feel free to call the business office at 630-833-4616.
*Timothy Christian Schools will not automatically send you a receipt for your 2007 payments. You can request one by calling or stopping in at the business office or e-mailing Lisa Zylstra at zylstral@timothychristian.com. The receipt can be mailed, sent home with a student, or e-mailed directly to you.
SPEED SKATER AMONG US
Congratulations to 4th grader Hannah Bosman who tied for 2nd place in the long-track speed skating national competition held recently at Lake Placid, New York. She now prepares for short-track competition to be held in March.
OPEN KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Open Kindergarten Registration for the 2008-2009 school year is ongoing. We still have room in our full day and ½ day afternoon classes. Call 630.833.4717 for more information.
“A NIGHT OUT FOR TIMOTHY”
THE TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS BENEFIT AND AUCTION
Craving a night out for 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 the McDonald's Corporation Campus in Oak Brook, the 2008 TCS Benefit and Auction promises to be a night of reconnecting with classmates and friends and sampling cultural cuisines, all while supporting your Timothy community. Don’t miss out, save the date and plan on enjoying “A Night Out For Timothy”. Any questions or wishes to contribute, call Carrie Tazelaar at (708) 409-0170 or (708) 819-0170.
TIMOTHY WEAR SPRING LINE APPEARS SOON
TIMOTHY Wear has its Spring Line ready to debut at the Fun Fair on February 23. You will also be able to access items on the Timothy web-site under TIMOTHY Wear starting mid-February. This clothing fund raiser is for the elementary and middle schools to show school spirit with a fresh look!
A surplus of sweatshirts, hats and baseball caps are also available from the Fall sale, and will also be at Fun Fair. Contact Diane Karpman at dmk7288@aol.com or 630-832-7519 for more information. This is a P.I.E (Partners in Education) sponsored fund raiser.
FEBRUARY MARKET DAY
In January we had 53 orders totaling $3,591 which means a $359 profit goes to P.I.E. (Partners in Education). During the month of February, receive a free 6-pack of Nesquick Low Fat Chocolate Milk when you purchase any three cookie items. February's Market Day Pick-Up date is Friday, February 22, 3:30-4:30 pm in the ES/MS Mini-Gym. Phone and on-line orders are due by Tuesday, February 19 at noon. Or, turn in your completed form to the elementary/middle school office by the end of the day on Tuesday, February 19.
CLOTHING AND TOY RESALE SCHEDULED
Timothy Christian School's Spring and Summer Children's Clothing and Toy Resale will be Saturday March 1 from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the grade school gym. Shop for quality children’s clothing, baby equipment and toys! We accept cash, Visa/MasterCard and American Express. Registration to sell clothes and/or toys will three days only on Friday February 15 from 11:00 - 12:30, Saturday
February 16 from 9-12:00 and Wednesday February 20 from 6:30-8:00 pm. We accept gently used Spring and Summer children's clothes, shoes and baby equipment, and toys in working order with all parts. We also accept teen formalwear. Cost of registration is $5.00. Seller gets 70% of profits. Questions? Call Michelle Grafton (630.792.1972) or Christy Hooker (630.832.5378).
FUN FAIR COMING! SAVE THE DATE
VOLUNTEERS ALSO NEEDED
Mark your calendars now for the TCS Fun Fair which will be held on Saturday, February 23 from 10am-2pm in the middle school gym. We need volunteers to bake for the Fun Fair. If you are willing to bake a batch of cookies, brownies, bars or cakes please contact Kathy Munson at (630) 916-6918. All baked goods need to be placed in a disposable container marked “Cake Walk” and placed in the Friendship Room which is located in the Grade School by Friday (2/22) or Saturday AM (2/23). Thank you in advance for your help!
FACEBOOK.COM PRESENCE CLIMBS AGAIN
As of today, 348 alumni and friends have joined the Facebook group “Timothy Christian High School Alumni,” 36 have joined “Parents and Friends of Timothy Christian Schools,” and 12 have joined “I Work at Timothy Christian Schools.” If you have a Facebook account (it’s easy!) check out these groups and join! Currently, reunion photos from the class of 1982 are posted on the alumni page.
IMPORTANT NOTES FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRAR AND COUNSELING OFFICES
The ACT assessment will again be offered at Timothy Christian High school on Saturday, April 12 and June 14. Students should register for this college assessment by March 7 for the April 14 testing date and May 9 for the June 9 testing date. Registration packets with information and forms are in the counseling center. However, you are encouraged to register online at www.act.org using VISA or MasterCard. The ACT assessment now has an optional Writing section. Students taking the ACT should check if their possible colleges or universities require the Writing section. The ACT website at act.org has an updated listing of schools that are requiring this additional writing section of the ACT. Students intending to take the writing section must sign up for it and pay an additional fee.
A financial aid workshop is being held at the College of DuPage on Thursday, February 21 in Room SRC 2800 at 7PM. Information will be provided regarding financial aid and scholarships. There will also be financial aid specialists to assist you in completing your 2008-2009 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if you bring the necessary records. For more information contact the Office of Student Financial Aid at 630-942-2251 or go to www.cod.edu/fin_aid.
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
During a phone conversation, my nephew mentioned that he was taking a psychology course at the university.
"Oh, great," I said. "Now you'll be analyzing everyone in the family."
"No, no," he replied. "I don't take abnormal psychology until next semester."
Dave Larsen
Director of Advancement
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