Secondary Corner Dec. 2011
Dates and events to remember:
• Seniors should be applying to their top three choices of colleges during this time of year. Some early application deadlines have already passed, so be sure that you are checking on application deadlines!
• The PSAT results will be arriving soon for all 9th through 11th graders who took the test in October. Please ask your student to see their results; if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Huff.
• Report cards will be mailed home after Christmas break, as the teachers complete grades for the semester; however, you will be able to access them on edline prior to that time.
• Parents of seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year, if at all possible, for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), which will have to be completed by March 2nd, 2012. On this form, you can estimate your tax information, if need be, but it is a smoother process if you have them already completed. Watch for the FAFSA worksheet that Mrs. Huff will send home soon.
• Senior parents, please be sure that your senior has ordered their cap and gown. This is the minimum that must be ordered from Jostens, and the prices all increase after the first of the year, so please have all orders completed.
• Homecoming tickets can soon be purchased in front of the office before and after school. Purchase tickets soon, as the price will increase as we get closer to the event! The homecoming game is Friday, January 27th, and the banquet and dance is on Saturday, January 28th, 2012.
Posted by AVC News at 12:44 PM
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Elementary Corner - Dec 2011
"Joy to the World! The Lord is Come." The holidays are here and the elementary deparptment is alive with excitement and activities.
First, we would like to invite you to the AVCS Band Concert, under the direction of Mr. Jim Schulder, on Saturday, December 10th in the Fellowship Hall at 3:00pm. Come with the whole family and enjoy some holiday music! Next, please plan to attend the Elementary Choir Christmas Celebration,"Stranger in the Manger," under the direction of Mrs. Gwen Schulder. This heart warming musical will be presented Tuesday, December 13th at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. The students have been diligently preparing for both of these events. Please come out and support the elementary music programs at AVCS.
Next, we would like to congratulate and recognize our Spelling Bee winners: First Grade - David Littell, Second Grade - Faith Vandenberg, Third Grade - Ethan Boggs, Fourth Grade - Hailey Richart, and Fifth Grade - Kamaryn Walker. These students will represent our school at the Association of Christian Schools International District Spelling Bee on January 20th (1st - 4th) and January 27th (5th). We are so proud of them!
If you haven't already, please stop by and choose an angel from our Angel Tree in the school office. Your generosity will brighten a child's Christmas. Angel Tree gifts are due in the office on December 9th. Thank you and God bless you as you give.
Finally, please be reminded that the last week before vacation, December 19th - 21st, are half days with a noon dismissal. Elementary lunch will be served at the normal time. Be on the lookout for specific details from your child's teacher on holiday parties and activities.
On behalf of the AVCS elementary department, we wish you a blessed and joyful holiday season. Jesus is the Reason for the Season!
First, we would like to invite you to the AVCS Band Concert, under the direction of Mr. Jim Schulder, on Saturday, December 10th in the Fellowship Hall at 3:00pm. Come with the whole family and enjoy some holiday music! Next, please plan to attend the Elementary Choir Christmas Celebration,"Stranger in the Manger," under the direction of Mrs. Gwen Schulder. This heart warming musical will be presented Tuesday, December 13th at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. The students have been diligently preparing for both of these events. Please come out and support the elementary music programs at AVCS.
Next, we would like to congratulate and recognize our Spelling Bee winners: First Grade - David Littell, Second Grade - Faith Vandenberg, Third Grade - Ethan Boggs, Fourth Grade - Hailey Richart, and Fifth Grade - Kamaryn Walker. These students will represent our school at the Association of Christian Schools International District Spelling Bee on January 20th (1st - 4th) and January 27th (5th). We are so proud of them!
If you haven't already, please stop by and choose an angel from our Angel Tree in the school office. Your generosity will brighten a child's Christmas. Angel Tree gifts are due in the office on December 9th. Thank you and God bless you as you give.
Finally, please be reminded that the last week before vacation, December 19th - 21st, are half days with a noon dismissal. Elementary lunch will be served at the normal time. Be on the lookout for specific details from your child's teacher on holiday parties and activities.
On behalf of the AVCS elementary department, we wish you a blessed and joyful holiday season. Jesus is the Reason for the Season!
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Scrip is Back!
What is Scrip?
Your families earn money just by making regular household purchases, but instead of paying with cash or credit, they use prepaid gift cards from America’s favorite and most trusted retailers like Chervon, Starbucks, and Target.
How does it work?
You simply go to the website www.shopwithscrip.com and register. You can register with AVCS using the enrollment code #71119A8614594. Select "Order Scrip". Fill you shopping cart and follow the instructions at the check-out. After checking your order, select "Finish," which takes you to a screen where you choose "Printer Friendly" and then print your order. Bring your order and check made to out to AVC with the words Scrip in the Memo and drop in the Scrip Box in the front office at AVC SChool. You can also pay with PrestoPay online.
If you order on Monday before 10AM you will receive your order on Wednesday. If you order on Wednesday before 10AM you will receive it Friday. If you have any questions you can contact Michelle Littel at MLittle@avcschool.com. When people hear about scrip, many ask, “what’s the catch?” The catch – if there is one –is that families need to plan ahead a little and do their normal shopping with gift cards.
Which companies can I buy giftcards for using Scrip?
Starbucks, Amazon, Bath and Body Works, Target, SpaFinder, American Eagle, Buckle, Cabelas, Sears, Lowes, Beast Buy, Cheesecake Factory, Disney, and the list goes on and on. Many of these cards are even Christmas themed for the season.
How much money can be given to the school in a given order?
Here is an example of how Scrip adds up:
Groceries $400 (avg 4% return) $16 (back to the school)
Gas $200 (avg 2.5% return) $5
Dining $100 (avg 10% return) $10
Clothes $100 (avg 6% return) $6
Entertainment $50 (avg 9% return) $4
In one month, simply purchasing everthing products as seen above could contribute $41.
Your families earn money just by making regular household purchases, but instead of paying with cash or credit, they use prepaid gift cards from America’s favorite and most trusted retailers like Chervon, Starbucks, and Target.
How does it work?
You simply go to the website www.shopwithscrip.com and register. You can register with AVCS using the enrollment code #71119A8614594. Select "Order Scrip". Fill you shopping cart and follow the instructions at the check-out. After checking your order, select "Finish," which takes you to a screen where you choose "Printer Friendly" and then print your order. Bring your order and check made to out to AVC with the words Scrip in the Memo and drop in the Scrip Box in the front office at AVC SChool. You can also pay with PrestoPay online.
If you order on Monday before 10AM you will receive your order on Wednesday. If you order on Wednesday before 10AM you will receive it Friday. If you have any questions you can contact Michelle Littel at MLittle@avcschool.com. When people hear about scrip, many ask, “what’s the catch?” The catch – if there is one –is that families need to plan ahead a little and do their normal shopping with gift cards.
Which companies can I buy giftcards for using Scrip?
Starbucks, Amazon, Bath and Body Works, Target, SpaFinder, American Eagle, Buckle, Cabelas, Sears, Lowes, Beast Buy, Cheesecake Factory, Disney, and the list goes on and on. Many of these cards are even Christmas themed for the season.
How much money can be given to the school in a given order?
Here is an example of how Scrip adds up:
Groceries $400 (avg 4% return) $16 (back to the school)
Gas $200 (avg 2.5% return) $5
Dining $100 (avg 10% return) $10
Clothes $100 (avg 6% return) $6
Entertainment $50 (avg 9% return) $4
In one month, simply purchasing everthing products as seen above could contribute $41.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Serve-a-Thon
Christian Brady, like many of the students who participated in the first annual AVC Serve-A-Thon, probably wasn’t expecting to feel the way he did after it was all said and done. He was probably thinking he'd go out, serve a little, and feel better afterwards like he had accomplished something meaningful. It seems, however,that God had much more in store for him and the rest of the student body than he could even imagine.
Christian, as well as a few other students, traveled to Apple Valley Christian Care Center as one of the many teams serving that day. It is a retirement home for people who have Alzheimer’s or some other condition that does not allow them to take care of themselves. These people can sometimes be shocking. It is almost difficult to look at them in the eye. Many people are timid at first in meeting with them. Christian too battled with this at first, but then he really got into interacting with them and discovered that these people were much more than meets the eye.
After learning a little bit about the Care Center, Christian was immediately introduced to an elderly gentleman by the name of Peter. He immediately began to “talk” with Peter on a whiteboard. Peter was deaf, so the only way he could communicate was to write on the board. Christian and he went back and forth in conversation discussing life and all kinds of other topics. He was reluctant at first about talking about his life, but after a while he warmed up to Christian and revealed that he had been a Navy gun captain in World War II. Christian was immediately interested. He was not speaking to just anybody; he was speaking to an American hero.
Unfortunately, time was against them, and Christian could only speak to the man for so long. After he left, he discovered he did not feel anything like he expected he would. Sure, he felt warm and accomplished, but it was much more than that. He had not just served, but developed a relationship with someone who many wouldn’t even care to talk to. He had learned that day that serving is not only a sacrifice, but a sacrifice with endless rewards. Finally, he discovered that giving even a small portion of your day to people in need can make a huge difference in someone’s life. At the end of the day, Peter may not remember Christian Brady, but Christian Brady will remember Peter forever.
Christian, as well as a few other students, traveled to Apple Valley Christian Care Center as one of the many teams serving that day. It is a retirement home for people who have Alzheimer’s or some other condition that does not allow them to take care of themselves. These people can sometimes be shocking. It is almost difficult to look at them in the eye. Many people are timid at first in meeting with them. Christian too battled with this at first, but then he really got into interacting with them and discovered that these people were much more than meets the eye.
After learning a little bit about the Care Center, Christian was immediately introduced to an elderly gentleman by the name of Peter. He immediately began to “talk” with Peter on a whiteboard. Peter was deaf, so the only way he could communicate was to write on the board. Christian and he went back and forth in conversation discussing life and all kinds of other topics. He was reluctant at first about talking about his life, but after a while he warmed up to Christian and revealed that he had been a Navy gun captain in World War II. Christian was immediately interested. He was not speaking to just anybody; he was speaking to an American hero.
Unfortunately, time was against them, and Christian could only speak to the man for so long. After he left, he discovered he did not feel anything like he expected he would. Sure, he felt warm and accomplished, but it was much more than that. He had not just served, but developed a relationship with someone who many wouldn’t even care to talk to. He had learned that day that serving is not only a sacrifice, but a sacrifice with endless rewards. Finally, he discovered that giving even a small portion of your day to people in need can make a huge difference in someone’s life. At the end of the day, Peter may not remember Christian Brady, but Christian Brady will remember Peter forever.
November Elementary Corner 2011
It has been a whirlwind of activity, and we are just at the beginning of the holiday season!
Our 1st quarter parent conferences are behind us now. It was wonderful for the teachers to meet many of you and discuss how we can partner together. If you missed this opportunity, please call your child's teacher and schedule a meeting as soon as possible.
Our first Serve-a-Thon was Wednesday, October 19th. The entire school set out on a variety of service projects both on campus and off campus. What a blessing it was to hear about the student's experiences as they ministered all day and met the needs of others. We plan to do it again next year because of the valuable impact it had on everyone who participated. Thank you to those who supported this project.
A huge thank you also to all who worked tirelessly to make the Harvest Festival a success. The mood was festive and the place transformed into a huge playground for superheroes, princesses, and the like! Candy was abundant and so were the smiles.
The Holiday Luncheon is the next family event at AVC. Please plan to join your child for a traditional Thanksgiving meal on Novembmer 8th. Tickets can be purchased in the office in advance or at the door. You will not be disappointed!
School will be closed on Friday, November 11th to celebrate Veteran's Day. We have one full week of school after that and then break for Thanksgiving. During the first two days of our Thanksgiving vacation, hundreds of Christian educators and administrators gather at the Association of Christian Schools International Convention in Anahem. It is a wonderful time for refreshment, inspiration and information gathering. Thank you to all of you who sponsored one of the elementary teachers.
Finally, on behalf of all the elementary staff, we wish you a safe and blessed holiday season.
Our 1st quarter parent conferences are behind us now. It was wonderful for the teachers to meet many of you and discuss how we can partner together. If you missed this opportunity, please call your child's teacher and schedule a meeting as soon as possible.
Our first Serve-a-Thon was Wednesday, October 19th. The entire school set out on a variety of service projects both on campus and off campus. What a blessing it was to hear about the student's experiences as they ministered all day and met the needs of others. We plan to do it again next year because of the valuable impact it had on everyone who participated. Thank you to those who supported this project.
A huge thank you also to all who worked tirelessly to make the Harvest Festival a success. The mood was festive and the place transformed into a huge playground for superheroes, princesses, and the like! Candy was abundant and so were the smiles.
The Holiday Luncheon is the next family event at AVC. Please plan to join your child for a traditional Thanksgiving meal on Novembmer 8th. Tickets can be purchased in the office in advance or at the door. You will not be disappointed!
School will be closed on Friday, November 11th to celebrate Veteran's Day. We have one full week of school after that and then break for Thanksgiving. During the first two days of our Thanksgiving vacation, hundreds of Christian educators and administrators gather at the Association of Christian Schools International Convention in Anahem. It is a wonderful time for refreshment, inspiration and information gathering. Thank you to all of you who sponsored one of the elementary teachers.
Finally, on behalf of all the elementary staff, we wish you a safe and blessed holiday season.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Secondary News November 2011
Dates and events to remember:
• November 1-November 30th is the deadline for UC applications for all seniors interested in attending a UC in the fall. This is also the ‘Preferred’ application time for the Cal State colleges, as well with budget cuts, many Cal States are having Nov. 30th as their only application deadline!
• To apply online to any UC go to www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
and for the Cal State Universities go to CSU Mentor at www.csumentor.edu
• The PSAT results will be here in December for all 9th through 11th graders who took the test in October.
• Parents of Seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year if at all possible for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) which will have to be completed by March 2nd, 2012. On this form you can estimate your tax information if need be, but is a smoother process if you have them done. Watch for more information as the time approaches – I will be sending out a web worksheet to make applying online easier!
• Senior parents please be sure to check with your seniors! We have a lot of things happening that your student needs to stay up to date with. For any questions please contact Mrs. Dani Patag
• November 1-November 30th is the deadline for UC applications for all seniors interested in attending a UC in the fall. This is also the ‘Preferred’ application time for the Cal State colleges, as well with budget cuts, many Cal States are having Nov. 30th as their only application deadline!
• To apply online to any UC go to www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
and for the Cal State Universities go to CSU Mentor at www.csumentor.edu
• The PSAT results will be here in December for all 9th through 11th graders who took the test in October.
• Parents of Seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year if at all possible for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) which will have to be completed by March 2nd, 2012. On this form you can estimate your tax information if need be, but is a smoother process if you have them done. Watch for more information as the time approaches – I will be sending out a web worksheet to make applying online easier!
• Senior parents please be sure to check with your seniors! We have a lot of things happening that your student needs to stay up to date with. For any questions please contact Mrs. Dani Patag
Friday, October 7, 2011
Kids Say the Darnedest Things
Kid’s Say the Darnedest Things
Kid’s have a way of lightening up any room they find themselves in. There wide, toothless grins and contagious laughter have a way of brightening up anyones’ day. For instance, to answer some of life’s most important questions we give deep over complicated answers. Kids, on the other hand, reply with much more spontaneous and unedited replies. Instead of giving deep thought, they spit out the first answer that comes to their minds. These answers are often sweet, random, and just simply silly. We decided to ask some Kindergarteners and 1st Graders some questions we thought would spark some imaginative replies. To our great satisfaction, they did not disappoint.
Kindergarten
Ayden:
Q: What do you think about girls?
A: That they be pretty.
Caiden:
Q: Why are puppies cute?
A: Because they are different colors.
Q: How do you get to heaven?
A: Close your eyes and God lifts you up there.
Della:
Q: What is your best joke?
A: What’s a shark’s favorite game? Swallow the leader.
1st Grade
Jake:
Q: What’s the weirdest thing that has ever happened to you?
A: I was with my brother Carter, and he made me fall off of the bead because he jacked my spot.
Q: What is Beauty?
A: I don’t know that question.
Q: Who is the smartest person on earth?
A: My dad because he knows math a lot.
Q: How do you get to heaven?
A: Asking Jesus in your heart, then he takes you there.
Mark:
Q: Why do zebras have stripes?
A: To keep them warm.
Q: Tell me your funniest joke?
A: I’m out of here.
Hunter:
Q: Why did the monkey fall out of the tree?
A: Because there were no bananas.
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: A cop because I want to use my gun.
Ethan:
Q: What do you think about girls?
A: That they look nice, and they’re pretty
Q: Why do your parents make you eat your vegetables?
A: If you eat vegetables they make you turn different colors.
Malachi:
Q: How do you cook a turkey?
A: I don’t cook turkeys.
Q: Who is your hero?
A: God and Jesus because they have powers to save us.
Nate:
Q: Who is the smartest person one earth?
A: God… and Mrs. Foster is the smartest teacher on the earth.
Kid’s have a way of lightening up any room they find themselves in. There wide, toothless grins and contagious laughter have a way of brightening up anyones’ day. For instance, to answer some of life’s most important questions we give deep over complicated answers. Kids, on the other hand, reply with much more spontaneous and unedited replies. Instead of giving deep thought, they spit out the first answer that comes to their minds. These answers are often sweet, random, and just simply silly. We decided to ask some Kindergarteners and 1st Graders some questions we thought would spark some imaginative replies. To our great satisfaction, they did not disappoint.
Kindergarten
Ayden:
Q: What do you think about girls?
A: That they be pretty.
Caiden:
Q: Why are puppies cute?
A: Because they are different colors.
Q: How do you get to heaven?
A: Close your eyes and God lifts you up there.
Della:
Q: What is your best joke?
A: What’s a shark’s favorite game? Swallow the leader.
1st Grade
Jake:
Q: What’s the weirdest thing that has ever happened to you?
A: I was with my brother Carter, and he made me fall off of the bead because he jacked my spot.
Q: What is Beauty?
A: I don’t know that question.
Q: Who is the smartest person on earth?
A: My dad because he knows math a lot.
Q: How do you get to heaven?
A: Asking Jesus in your heart, then he takes you there.
Mark:
Q: Why do zebras have stripes?
A: To keep them warm.
Q: Tell me your funniest joke?
A: I’m out of here.
Hunter:
Q: Why did the monkey fall out of the tree?
A: Because there were no bananas.
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: A cop because I want to use my gun.
Ethan:
Q: What do you think about girls?
A: That they look nice, and they’re pretty
Q: Why do your parents make you eat your vegetables?
A: If you eat vegetables they make you turn different colors.
Malachi:
Q: How do you cook a turkey?
A: I don’t cook turkeys.
Q: Who is your hero?
A: God and Jesus because they have powers to save us.
Nate:
Q: Who is the smartest person one earth?
A: God… and Mrs. Foster is the smartest teacher on the earth.
PTF Letter OCtober 2011
Greetings Brothers- and Sisters-in-Christ,
Let me introduce myself. My name is Elaine Vandenberg, and I am a proud parent of an Apple Valley Christian Student, just like you. Our daughter, Faith, is in the 2nd grade. We are very blessed to be starting our third year here at AVCS.
I also have the extreme blessing of serving as this year’s P.T.F. president. As such, I am looking forward to getting to know you as well as serving along side of you.
God has laid on my heart the importance of Godly fellowship between our parents and teachers, and working together as a complete “Body” in Him. Romans 12:5-8: “So in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts according to the grace given us”…
Our teachers are using their gifts to serve in the mission field, which is Apple Valley Christian. Yet, they make up only part of the Body of Christ. We parents need to also follow God’s Word and come alongside and make up the missing, weak, or forgotten parts of the Body of Christ.
Working together with those who are already serving will unify and complete the Body of Christ. Together we can and will accomplish all God has already planned for us to do in reaching students and their families with the Gospel of Christ through spiritual instruction, academics, music and sports, to name a few.
Whether you are a parent of an elementary-aged student or a parent of a high school-aged student, P.T.F. would love to have you use your God-given gifts to help those teachers and staff who are being used by God in the lives of our children. So, join us in blessing our students and their teachers who are guiding, teaching, and loving our students in all the ways God provides.
Please join other AVCS parents who are meeting Wednesdays at 8:15 a.m. on the front porch of the school to pray for our school. P.T.F. also meets the first Wednesday of each month at 8:15 a.m. in M-3 to plan how we can help with upcoming events, answer any questions, and pray for our school.
Prayerfully yours,
Elaine Vandenberg
P.T.F. President and Sister-in-Christ
Let me introduce myself. My name is Elaine Vandenberg, and I am a proud parent of an Apple Valley Christian Student, just like you. Our daughter, Faith, is in the 2nd grade. We are very blessed to be starting our third year here at AVCS.
I also have the extreme blessing of serving as this year’s P.T.F. president. As such, I am looking forward to getting to know you as well as serving along side of you.
God has laid on my heart the importance of Godly fellowship between our parents and teachers, and working together as a complete “Body” in Him. Romans 12:5-8: “So in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts according to the grace given us”…
Our teachers are using their gifts to serve in the mission field, which is Apple Valley Christian. Yet, they make up only part of the Body of Christ. We parents need to also follow God’s Word and come alongside and make up the missing, weak, or forgotten parts of the Body of Christ.
Working together with those who are already serving will unify and complete the Body of Christ. Together we can and will accomplish all God has already planned for us to do in reaching students and their families with the Gospel of Christ through spiritual instruction, academics, music and sports, to name a few.
Whether you are a parent of an elementary-aged student or a parent of a high school-aged student, P.T.F. would love to have you use your God-given gifts to help those teachers and staff who are being used by God in the lives of our children. So, join us in blessing our students and their teachers who are guiding, teaching, and loving our students in all the ways God provides.
Please join other AVCS parents who are meeting Wednesdays at 8:15 a.m. on the front porch of the school to pray for our school. P.T.F. also meets the first Wednesday of each month at 8:15 a.m. in M-3 to plan how we can help with upcoming events, answer any questions, and pray for our school.
Prayerfully yours,
Elaine Vandenberg
P.T.F. President and Sister-in-Christ
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Secondary News October 2011
Dates and events to remember for all secondary students:
• Report cards will be sent home after the Fall Break, in the meantime please check edline.
ALL 9TH-11TH STUDENTS
• The PSAT tests will be on Wednesday, October 12th from 8:00 – 10:50 am. Please be sure that your student has had a good breakfast and a good night’s sleep. They will also need to have a calculator of their own with them for the test as well as two to three #2 pencils. The senior class will be not be at school that day.
• Attention Junior Parents: Our Josten’s representative will be returning on October 20th to take class ring orders, the catalogues should have come home with your student on October 5th.
SENIOR PARENTS
• The final College Entrance SAT dates that will satisfy college application requirements are November 5th and December 3rd. Please go to collegeboard.com to register.
• November 1-November 30th is the deadline for UC applications for all seniors interested in attending a UC in the fall. This is also the ‘Preferred’ application time for the Cal State colleges as well. Applications may be done online.
• Parents of seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year if at all possible for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) which will have to be completed by March 2, 2012. On this form, you can estimate your tax information if need be, but is a smoother process if you have them done. Watch for more information as the time approaches!
• Senior parents please be sure to check with your seniors about due dates. The picture frames for graduation will be here soon and in the office ready to pick up. The $30.00 payment is also due for your student’s Walk of Faith brick, please send this in with your senior as soon as possible. The Josten’s representative will also be taking cap and gown as well as announcement orders on October 20th if you are interested in ordering preprinted announcements.
• Report cards will be sent home after the Fall Break, in the meantime please check edline.
ALL 9TH-11TH STUDENTS
• The PSAT tests will be on Wednesday, October 12th from 8:00 – 10:50 am. Please be sure that your student has had a good breakfast and a good night’s sleep. They will also need to have a calculator of their own with them for the test as well as two to three #2 pencils. The senior class will be not be at school that day.
• Attention Junior Parents: Our Josten’s representative will be returning on October 20th to take class ring orders, the catalogues should have come home with your student on October 5th.
SENIOR PARENTS
• The final College Entrance SAT dates that will satisfy college application requirements are November 5th and December 3rd. Please go to collegeboard.com to register.
• November 1-November 30th is the deadline for UC applications for all seniors interested in attending a UC in the fall. This is also the ‘Preferred’ application time for the Cal State colleges as well. Applications may be done online.
• Parents of seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year if at all possible for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) which will have to be completed by March 2, 2012. On this form, you can estimate your tax information if need be, but is a smoother process if you have them done. Watch for more information as the time approaches!
• Senior parents please be sure to check with your seniors about due dates. The picture frames for graduation will be here soon and in the office ready to pick up. The $30.00 payment is also due for your student’s Walk of Faith brick, please send this in with your senior as soon as possible. The Josten’s representative will also be taking cap and gown as well as announcement orders on October 20th if you are interested in ordering preprinted announcements.
Elementary Corner October 2011
Can you believe we are already at the end of the first quarter? We are in the full swing of things! Thank you to all the parents who have scheduled an elementary parent conference. It is so valuable to have a few minutes to honestly communicate with you about your child's strengths and areas where improvements can be made. It is our desire to partner with you in the training of "Christian Leaders Committed to Excellence."
If you have not made an appointment yet, please contact the school office. Conferences are held on Tuesday, October 18th between 8:00 am and 3:30pm. Remember: there is no school for Elementary only on that day. Middle School and High School have a regular day.
The very next day is our first Serve-a-Thon. The elementary students will be participating in a variety of activities on campus to serve others. We will be writing thank you letters to military, fire,and police personnel. We will be baking cookies for them as well. Delegates from each of these service agencies will also be on hand to meet the students and receive our gifts.
Additionally, students will be planting flowers to beautify our campus, and they will be performing some clean-up to spruce the place up! It should be a fun day to focus on serving others!
Finally, we are looking forward to the Harvest Festival on Friday, October 28th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm . This is a great event, organized by our students, to present a safe alternative to Halloween. There will be non-scary costumes, games, food, bounce houses, and much more. This event is open to the community so please invite your family, friends, and neighbors. You can purchase tickets soon before and after school on the front steps. As a reminder, please send candy into your child's classroom for their booth. We also are in need of parent volunteers to work in each classroom booth. Sign up sheets will be located in your child's classroom. Look for more specific information to be coming your way.
Thank you once again for all you do to support the elementary teachers!
If you have not made an appointment yet, please contact the school office. Conferences are held on Tuesday, October 18th between 8:00 am and 3:30pm. Remember: there is no school for Elementary only on that day. Middle School and High School have a regular day.
The very next day is our first Serve-a-Thon. The elementary students will be participating in a variety of activities on campus to serve others. We will be writing thank you letters to military, fire,and police personnel. We will be baking cookies for them as well. Delegates from each of these service agencies will also be on hand to meet the students and receive our gifts.
Additionally, students will be planting flowers to beautify our campus, and they will be performing some clean-up to spruce the place up! It should be a fun day to focus on serving others!
Finally, we are looking forward to the Harvest Festival on Friday, October 28th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm . This is a great event, organized by our students, to present a safe alternative to Halloween. There will be non-scary costumes, games, food, bounce houses, and much more. This event is open to the community so please invite your family, friends, and neighbors. You can purchase tickets soon before and after school on the front steps. As a reminder, please send candy into your child's classroom for their booth. We also are in need of parent volunteers to work in each classroom booth. Sign up sheets will be located in your child's classroom. Look for more specific information to be coming your way.
Thank you once again for all you do to support the elementary teachers!
Friday, September 16, 2011
Secondary News Sept 2011
Important information from Mrs. Huff.
Dates and events to remember for all secondary students:
• As we approach the mid-quarter please be sure to check edline for your student’s progress. (Anyone still needing an edline login can email Mr. Lockwood for an activation code at rlockwood@avcschool.com)
• Report cards will be sent home after the fall break
ALL 9TH-11TH STUDENTS
• The PSAT tests will be on the Wednesday before we leave for our fall break; October 12th from 8:00 – 10:50 am. Please be sure that your student has had a good breakfast and a good night’s sleep. They will also need to have a calculator of their own with them for the test as well as two to three #2 pencils.
SENIOR PARENTS
• If your student is planning to take the College Entrance SATs another time or two the best test dates would be in October and November. Please go to collegeboard.com to register.
• November 1-November 30th is the deadline for all UC applications for seniors interested in attending a UC in the fall. This is also the ‘Preferred’ application time for the Cal State colleges as well. Applications may be done online.
• Parents of seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year if at all possible for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), which will have to be completed by March 2nd, 2012. On this form, you can estimate your tax information if need be, but it is a smoother process if you have them already done. Watch for more information as the time approaches!
• Senior parents please be sure to check with your seniors about due dates. The picture frames for graduation will be available soon for you to purchase and pick up in the office. These are due back before we leave on Christmas Break (December 21). If you have not paid Mrs. Dani Patag the $62.00 (approximately) fee for your brick, picture frame, and graduation picture please do so ASAP. There is also a very urgent due date (Oct. 21st) to turn in your student’s baby pictures for your yearbook tribute page- please contact Miss Evans if you have not already done so.
Dates and events to remember for all secondary students:
• As we approach the mid-quarter please be sure to check edline for your student’s progress. (Anyone still needing an edline login can email Mr. Lockwood for an activation code at rlockwood@avcschool.com)
• Report cards will be sent home after the fall break
ALL 9TH-11TH STUDENTS
• The PSAT tests will be on the Wednesday before we leave for our fall break; October 12th from 8:00 – 10:50 am. Please be sure that your student has had a good breakfast and a good night’s sleep. They will also need to have a calculator of their own with them for the test as well as two to three #2 pencils.
SENIOR PARENTS
• If your student is planning to take the College Entrance SATs another time or two the best test dates would be in October and November. Please go to collegeboard.com to register.
• November 1-November 30th is the deadline for all UC applications for seniors interested in attending a UC in the fall. This is also the ‘Preferred’ application time for the Cal State colleges as well. Applications may be done online.
• Parents of seniors will want to plan to have their taxes done early this year if at all possible for the filing of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), which will have to be completed by March 2nd, 2012. On this form, you can estimate your tax information if need be, but it is a smoother process if you have them already done. Watch for more information as the time approaches!
• Senior parents please be sure to check with your seniors about due dates. The picture frames for graduation will be available soon for you to purchase and pick up in the office. These are due back before we leave on Christmas Break (December 21). If you have not paid Mrs. Dani Patag the $62.00 (approximately) fee for your brick, picture frame, and graduation picture please do so ASAP. There is also a very urgent due date (Oct. 21st) to turn in your student’s baby pictures for your yearbook tribute page- please contact Miss Evans if you have not already done so.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Elementary Corner- September 2011
Elementary classes are off and running. The first few weeks are spent in review and teaching the students the standards and expectations of their new classrooms. Now, with that behind us, we are in the full swing of things. We cannot stress enough how important it is to have your child here promptly and to avoid any unneccessary absences. Significant ground is covered each day. Even though written work is made up, students miss the corresponding lesson leaving them a bit behind.
It was wonderful to see so many of you at Back to School Night. We love partnering with you in your child's education. Parental involvement is so necessary and invaluable. Thank you for all you do to support the elementary teachers!
Our first Parent Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, October 18th. Elementary students have no school that day to provide us with ample time to meet with every parent. Sign-ups will be in the school office, and a reminder will be sent home closer to that time.
The following day, October 19th will be our first Serve-a-Thon. We are so excited to get our students loving and serving others. Our hope is that we will be a blessing to others. Please encourage your child to be involved in sending out their support letters. Every bit helps!
As a reinforcement to strong reading and comprehension, students from 2nd to 5th grade are involved in the Accelerated Reading Program (AR). Students are tested and begin reading books at that level. After a book is read, a computerized comprehension test is taken. Your child's teacher helps each student set a reasonable point goal aiming at a comprehension score of 85% or better. Points are given for reading at the correct level, reading a required number of books, and achieving the required comprehension score. This is also a grade on the elementary report card. Please encourage your child to bring their AR books home as part of their homework routine. AR has proven to boost reading and comprehension scores on the SAT.
Finally, we are looking forward to some great events in the coming weeks and months. Look for more details on the Serve-a-thon, class field trips, and our annual Harvest Festival.
AVC is the place to be!
It was wonderful to see so many of you at Back to School Night. We love partnering with you in your child's education. Parental involvement is so necessary and invaluable. Thank you for all you do to support the elementary teachers!
Our first Parent Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, October 18th. Elementary students have no school that day to provide us with ample time to meet with every parent. Sign-ups will be in the school office, and a reminder will be sent home closer to that time.
The following day, October 19th will be our first Serve-a-Thon. We are so excited to get our students loving and serving others. Our hope is that we will be a blessing to others. Please encourage your child to be involved in sending out their support letters. Every bit helps!
As a reinforcement to strong reading and comprehension, students from 2nd to 5th grade are involved in the Accelerated Reading Program (AR). Students are tested and begin reading books at that level. After a book is read, a computerized comprehension test is taken. Your child's teacher helps each student set a reasonable point goal aiming at a comprehension score of 85% or better. Points are given for reading at the correct level, reading a required number of books, and achieving the required comprehension score. This is also a grade on the elementary report card. Please encourage your child to bring their AR books home as part of their homework routine. AR has proven to boost reading and comprehension scores on the SAT.
Finally, we are looking forward to some great events in the coming weeks and months. Look for more details on the Serve-a-thon, class field trips, and our annual Harvest Festival.
AVC is the place to be!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Pastor John's Letter Sept. 2011
This summer I had the privilege of speaking at a camp in central California. Every evening they would close out the night with the Doxology. For those of you who are not familiar with the Doxology, it goes like this:
Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye Heavenly Host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
That is our focus here at AVCS – praising God and recognizing His many blessings that He pours out on us. We are so blessed to have your student on our campus, and we are excited to see what God is going to do in his/her life this year.
With that in mind, I wanted to give you a few ideas on how you can help your student succeed as we begin a new year. Here are a few basic reminders:
• Attendance-regular attendance in class is extremely important to your student's success. If your student will be out of school for several days, contact the school office to arrange for homework assignments to be collected for your student.
• Talk with your student about his/her school day. Help them see that school is a priority and help them develop goals for the school year.
• Provide adequate time and a place for your student to study. Monitor your student's progress through Edline. If you do not have an account set up yet, please contact the school office or Mr. Lockwood @ rlockwood@avcschool.com.
• Get to know your student's teachers; they are here to help your student be successful. Please don’t hesitate to contact the office or me if you have a question or concern.
• Become involved in your student's school life. Consider volunteering in the classroom or around the school (you can pick up a volunteer packet in the office). Support your student's activities.
As I said, we are very excited for the new school year and can’t wait to see what God is going to do in and through your student this year! Praise God from Whom all blessings flow!
Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye Heavenly Host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
That is our focus here at AVCS – praising God and recognizing His many blessings that He pours out on us. We are so blessed to have your student on our campus, and we are excited to see what God is going to do in his/her life this year.
With that in mind, I wanted to give you a few ideas on how you can help your student succeed as we begin a new year. Here are a few basic reminders:
• Attendance-regular attendance in class is extremely important to your student's success. If your student will be out of school for several days, contact the school office to arrange for homework assignments to be collected for your student.
• Talk with your student about his/her school day. Help them see that school is a priority and help them develop goals for the school year.
• Provide adequate time and a place for your student to study. Monitor your student's progress through Edline. If you do not have an account set up yet, please contact the school office or Mr. Lockwood @ rlockwood@avcschool.com.
• Get to know your student's teachers; they are here to help your student be successful. Please don’t hesitate to contact the office or me if you have a question or concern.
• Become involved in your student's school life. Consider volunteering in the classroom or around the school (you can pick up a volunteer packet in the office). Support your student's activities.
As I said, we are very excited for the new school year and can’t wait to see what God is going to do in and through your student this year! Praise God from Whom all blessings flow!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Elementary Corner- May 2011
The elementary teachers want to express sincere appreciation for all the gifts, cards, fabulous lunches and, most of all, the encouraging words we received during Teacher Appreciation Week. We all count it a privilege to teach your children and deeply value your support. Thank you!
AVC Presents.. was a fun-filled night of laughter and sweet moments. Thank you to all that came, brought your students to participate, and laughed with us. Please also plan to attend the Silent Auction scheduled for Thursday night, May 19th. There will be a fabulous assortment of themed baskets, services, and goods to bid on.
SAT testing is over, but we still have very important ground to cover in all grades. Please make every effort to have your student here on time and ready to work. If at all possible, please avoid any unnecessary absences during these last few crucial weeks of school.
Our all elementary end of the year party is scheduled for Tuesday, May 31st at Spring Valley Lake from 10:00 - 2:00pm. Please be on the lookout for a permission slip and specific details coming home soon.
Our fifth grade promotion is scheduled for Thursday, June 2nd, beginning at 8:15am in the sanctuary. A reception is immediately following in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome as we celebrate this milestone in the life of an elementary student. Please see Mr. Huff for specific details.
Let's finish strong!
AVC Presents.. was a fun-filled night of laughter and sweet moments. Thank you to all that came, brought your students to participate, and laughed with us. Please also plan to attend the Silent Auction scheduled for Thursday night, May 19th. There will be a fabulous assortment of themed baskets, services, and goods to bid on.
SAT testing is over, but we still have very important ground to cover in all grades. Please make every effort to have your student here on time and ready to work. If at all possible, please avoid any unnecessary absences during these last few crucial weeks of school.
Our all elementary end of the year party is scheduled for Tuesday, May 31st at Spring Valley Lake from 10:00 - 2:00pm. Please be on the lookout for a permission slip and specific details coming home soon.
Our fifth grade promotion is scheduled for Thursday, June 2nd, beginning at 8:15am in the sanctuary. A reception is immediately following in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome as we celebrate this milestone in the life of an elementary student. Please see Mr. Huff for specific details.
Let's finish strong!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Science Camp
For countless classes throughout the years science camp is always a special time. It is a time that students talk about for the rest of middle school and even into high. It usually begins with, “Hey remember at science camp when we...”, but it always ends in laughter. In fact, looking back, most of the best memories from middle school are from science camp.
This year's sixth grade class was no different in this way. They left the school unsure about what was going to happen. Maybe some of them were unsure whether they wanted to go at all. When they got there though all of their previous notions were done away with as they pulled into the camps parking lot. They journeyed to the cabins which were, as the sixth graders described them, bug infested and slightly disgusting.
Then they experienced the food which had a mixed reception among the class. Some liked it while others thought it was terrible. The general consensus was that it was mediocre. What no one liked though is that they had to drink three cups of what the students called “toilet water.” The first day was kind of slow though as it consisted of a five mile hike and a late night chapel about space and the vastness of the universe.
The next day though they woke up bright and early to participate in team building exercises and finally heading up to the thrill chasing activity that is the zip line. Some were brave enough to take the leap of faith while others chickened out. Finally the day ended with another inspiring chapel session.
The third and final full day was probably the most packed. The class performed an activity called snowshoes in which they walked in the snow. This resulted in numerous falls by those in the class who were less graceful. Then the real action got under way as the class started the “ropes course.” This is a series of high elevation climbing and leaps that test fear and trust in your classmates at nearly 100 feet in the air. After dinner and chapel the day ended with a night around the campfire as the students along with their teacher roasted marshmallows and told stories until the wee hours of the night.
The next day was bittersweet as the students had to finally return home. But talking to them a few days later they all carried with them the same excitement that they had developed at camp. They all eagerly tried to get in stories about what had happened. And when asked whether they had a a good time the answer was a resounding, “YES!”
-Mark Medina
This year's sixth grade class was no different in this way. They left the school unsure about what was going to happen. Maybe some of them were unsure whether they wanted to go at all. When they got there though all of their previous notions were done away with as they pulled into the camps parking lot. They journeyed to the cabins which were, as the sixth graders described them, bug infested and slightly disgusting.
Then they experienced the food which had a mixed reception among the class. Some liked it while others thought it was terrible. The general consensus was that it was mediocre. What no one liked though is that they had to drink three cups of what the students called “toilet water.” The first day was kind of slow though as it consisted of a five mile hike and a late night chapel about space and the vastness of the universe.
The next day though they woke up bright and early to participate in team building exercises and finally heading up to the thrill chasing activity that is the zip line. Some were brave enough to take the leap of faith while others chickened out. Finally the day ended with another inspiring chapel session.
The third and final full day was probably the most packed. The class performed an activity called snowshoes in which they walked in the snow. This resulted in numerous falls by those in the class who were less graceful. Then the real action got under way as the class started the “ropes course.” This is a series of high elevation climbing and leaps that test fear and trust in your classmates at nearly 100 feet in the air. After dinner and chapel the day ended with a night around the campfire as the students along with their teacher roasted marshmallows and told stories until the wee hours of the night.
The next day was bittersweet as the students had to finally return home. But talking to them a few days later they all carried with them the same excitement that they had developed at camp. They all eagerly tried to get in stories about what had happened. And when asked whether they had a a good time the answer was a resounding, “YES!”
-Mark Medina
Secondary Corner- May 2011
This year has just flown by and as I have begun to reflect on all the great events and experiences of this past school year my mind wanders to the futures of the class that has now reached a milestone in their lives: the graduating class of 2011. They have run the race and now it is time to move to the next phase of their journeys.
Our graduating seniors have chosen a variety of college/career paths to follow. We have one fine young man who has chosen to move directly into serving his country by joining the Marine Corps. While some others have made the decision to live at home and begin college at Victor Valley College and then transfer to their chosen four year university, still others are moving directly into the four year school of their choice. Many of the schools chosen include local Southern California private as well as public schools and some are venturing to out of state schools. The following is a representation of the choices made by this year’s senior class:
Azusa Pacific University
California Baptist University
California State University, Fullerton
California State University, Northridge
California State University, San Bernardino
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
George Fox University
Grand Canyon University
Los Angeles Dream Center
Marinello School of Beauty
Point Park University
Seattle Pacific University
University of California, Riverside
University of California, San Diego
It is with pride and prayer that I see the class of 2011 go off into this big exciting world, but I know when God is for you, who can be against you? My prayer is to see them stay focused on His guidance and walking in His grace and love.
Have a wonderful summer.
Sincerely, Jean Huff
Our graduating seniors have chosen a variety of college/career paths to follow. We have one fine young man who has chosen to move directly into serving his country by joining the Marine Corps. While some others have made the decision to live at home and begin college at Victor Valley College and then transfer to their chosen four year university, still others are moving directly into the four year school of their choice. Many of the schools chosen include local Southern California private as well as public schools and some are venturing to out of state schools. The following is a representation of the choices made by this year’s senior class:
Azusa Pacific University
California Baptist University
California State University, Fullerton
California State University, Northridge
California State University, San Bernardino
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
George Fox University
Grand Canyon University
Los Angeles Dream Center
Marinello School of Beauty
Point Park University
Seattle Pacific University
University of California, Riverside
University of California, San Diego
It is with pride and prayer that I see the class of 2011 go off into this big exciting world, but I know when God is for you, who can be against you? My prayer is to see them stay focused on His guidance and walking in His grace and love.
Have a wonderful summer.
Sincerely, Jean Huff
Monday, April 4, 2011
Europe
Europe. The very word stirred excitement in the hearts of AVC’s seniors. Soon, a distant dream would become a reality...
Ambitious students and parents stepped through airport doors, ready to breathe the European air. After the group finished choking on the smoke and putting up umbrellas, it boarded the bus, ready to explore Rome. The next three days were filled with experiencing the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon, The Spanish Steps, Keats-Shelley Memorial, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, Mamertine Prison, and Circus Maximus. Gelato, street vendors, cobblestone streets, pizza, motorcycles and Ferraris, restaurant owners calling to pedestrians in Italian, and celebrations to mark 150 years since Italy’s reunification contributed to the culture. All too soon, we boarded a train to Paris and readied ourselves for the overnight trip.
When the seniors stopped at the Eiffel Tower, we saw a demonstration with signs protesting “the massacres of the people of Libya.” Our experiences in France included the Arch de Triumph, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the location where Joan of Arc was burned, many cathedrals, Point du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Versailles, Lady Freedom, bakeries, cafés, crepes, escargot, and, of course, shopping in Paris.
Boarding the Eurostar to London began the last leg of our trip. Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben, the National Gallery, red telephone booths, the Tube, Picadilly Square, Oxford Street, Trafalgar Square, chocolate shops, Marks & Spencer, construction for the Olympics in 2012, Westminster Abbey, the Eye, the Imperial War Museum, crossing Abbey Road, the site of the Globe, and protests about sending cuts were among the things we saw or did in England. It seemed unanimous that seeing “Wicked” was a favorite memory as well.
Finally, the seniors boarded a plane for the long journey back to LAX. Although the class loved Europe, we were thankful to come home and rest after an eventful two weeks. It is without question that the memories made on this trip will not only be remembered, but cherished.
By Rebecca Lyles
Ambitious students and parents stepped through airport doors, ready to breathe the European air. After the group finished choking on the smoke and putting up umbrellas, it boarded the bus, ready to explore Rome. The next three days were filled with experiencing the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon, The Spanish Steps, Keats-Shelley Memorial, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, Mamertine Prison, and Circus Maximus. Gelato, street vendors, cobblestone streets, pizza, motorcycles and Ferraris, restaurant owners calling to pedestrians in Italian, and celebrations to mark 150 years since Italy’s reunification contributed to the culture. All too soon, we boarded a train to Paris and readied ourselves for the overnight trip.
When the seniors stopped at the Eiffel Tower, we saw a demonstration with signs protesting “the massacres of the people of Libya.” Our experiences in France included the Arch de Triumph, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the location where Joan of Arc was burned, many cathedrals, Point du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Versailles, Lady Freedom, bakeries, cafés, crepes, escargot, and, of course, shopping in Paris.
Boarding the Eurostar to London began the last leg of our trip. Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben, the National Gallery, red telephone booths, the Tube, Picadilly Square, Oxford Street, Trafalgar Square, chocolate shops, Marks & Spencer, construction for the Olympics in 2012, Westminster Abbey, the Eye, the Imperial War Museum, crossing Abbey Road, the site of the Globe, and protests about sending cuts were among the things we saw or did in England. It seemed unanimous that seeing “Wicked” was a favorite memory as well.
Finally, the seniors boarded a plane for the long journey back to LAX. Although the class loved Europe, we were thankful to come home and rest after an eventful two weeks. It is without question that the memories made on this trip will not only be remembered, but cherished.
By Rebecca Lyles
Elementary Corner April 2011
Evidence of Spring is all around...finally and it is truly hard to believe we are in the fourth quarter. Now is the time to make our final push and finish strong! A few items....
Judging for the Elementary Speech Meet will take place, Wednesday, April 6th in each classroom. Two students will be selected in each category. Those semi-finalists will then perform their selection in Elementary Chapel on April 13th. All are welcome! Winners in each category will be chosen and will then go on to compete at the ACSI Speech Meet on May 13th at Hesperia Christian School .
You are cordially invited to our spring program entitled "Alive Alive" presented on April 19th, 6:30pm by the elementary choir in the main sanctuary. You will be blessed as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord through music and song!
As the weather warms up and students begin to pull out their summer clothes, please be mindful of the elementary dress code. Shorts/skorts should be a modest knee length and please no spaghetti strap tank tops. Also, shoes and sandals must be of a closed toe variety. Refer to the Elementary dress code for specifics.
Finally, SAT testing will begin on Tuesday April 26th and continue all week until they are completed. The test is administered first thing in the morning. If at all possible, please be prompt in bringing your child to school and avoid any unnecessary absences during the testing dates. Students should get as much rest as possible and start the day with a healthy breakfast. A healthy morning snack containing protein is also recommended. Thank you.
Enjoy this wonderful season!
Judging for the Elementary Speech Meet will take place, Wednesday, April 6th in each classroom. Two students will be selected in each category. Those semi-finalists will then perform their selection in Elementary Chapel on April 13th. All are welcome! Winners in each category will be chosen and will then go on to compete at the ACSI Speech Meet on May 13th at Hesperia Christian School .
You are cordially invited to our spring program entitled "Alive Alive" presented on April 19th, 6:30pm by the elementary choir in the main sanctuary. You will be blessed as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord through music and song!
As the weather warms up and students begin to pull out their summer clothes, please be mindful of the elementary dress code. Shorts/skorts should be a modest knee length and please no spaghetti strap tank tops. Also, shoes and sandals must be of a closed toe variety. Refer to the Elementary dress code for specifics.
Finally, SAT testing will begin on Tuesday April 26th and continue all week until they are completed. The test is administered first thing in the morning. If at all possible, please be prompt in bringing your child to school and avoid any unnecessary absences during the testing dates. Students should get as much rest as possible and start the day with a healthy breakfast. A healthy morning snack containing protein is also recommended. Thank you.
Enjoy this wonderful season!
Secondary News- April 2011
Wow, as we enter April we are looking at the last two full months of school left in 2011! What a whirlwind; Seniors were off to Europe, students have enjoyed activities like Musicale, Science Camp, SAT tests, Catalina, Math Olympics, Warrior Band at Knott’s Berry Farm, baseball, and softball are ongoing and the list goes on and on. So hold on to your hats and watch those calendars!
Hopefully your seniors are making final decisions for next year; these are exciting times! Juniors, you should be looking at taking the college entrance SAT’s at least once before this school year is over. You can register by going to collegeboard.com. Juniors start planning summer trips to visit colleges of interest to you as well.
Next year’s schedule will soon be out, and I will then be meeting with each of the students to discuss their future plans and making sure they are on track for graduation and college entrance too.
As just a reminder here are the graduation requirements for our high school:
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
BIBLE Four (4) years or every semester in attendance at AVCS
ENGLISH Four (4) years
SOCIAL STUDIES Four (4) years
MATHEMATICS Three (3) years (Plus one additional year recommended)
SCIENCE Three (3) years (Plus one additional year recommended)
FOREIGN LANGUAGE Two (2) years
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Two (2) years - Each school team sport counts for ½ year
FINE ARTS One (1) year - Art, Choir, Drama
Students must have 270 credits to graduate.
Our standards for graduation are all based on the entrance expectations of the colleges, especially the University of California (UC) system.
As we fly through the end of this school year with much anticipation and excitement for the next please feel free to drop in if you have any questions or would like to be sure that your high school student is on track.
Hopefully your seniors are making final decisions for next year; these are exciting times! Juniors, you should be looking at taking the college entrance SAT’s at least once before this school year is over. You can register by going to collegeboard.com. Juniors start planning summer trips to visit colleges of interest to you as well.
Next year’s schedule will soon be out, and I will then be meeting with each of the students to discuss their future plans and making sure they are on track for graduation and college entrance too.
As just a reminder here are the graduation requirements for our high school:
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
BIBLE Four (4) years or every semester in attendance at AVCS
ENGLISH Four (4) years
SOCIAL STUDIES Four (4) years
MATHEMATICS Three (3) years (Plus one additional year recommended)
SCIENCE Three (3) years (Plus one additional year recommended)
FOREIGN LANGUAGE Two (2) years
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Two (2) years - Each school team sport counts for ½ year
FINE ARTS One (1) year - Art, Choir, Drama
Students must have 270 credits to graduate.
Our standards for graduation are all based on the entrance expectations of the colleges, especially the University of California (UC) system.
As we fly through the end of this school year with much anticipation and excitement for the next please feel free to drop in if you have any questions or would like to be sure that your high school student is on track.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Spirit Week
Every year, during the week of Homecoming, the school is turned upside down with the infamous Spirit Week. Spirit Week is a week in which class unity is promoted as the students battle for the Spirit Sword and bragging rights at having the most school spirit. On paper, it seems that this would be a simply fun week for everyone to relax. However, anyone who has endured this week would quickly learn that for many students this is a week full of stress as students strive to prove that their class is the most spirited.
This year was no different. Dressed as the classic toys of years past, the seniors walked on campus all but sure that they, like many senior classes before them would take home the sword and bragging rights. The seniors were surprised as the first day, Toy Day, went to the freshmen. This drove the seniors and the other classes to be better prepared and push hard to beat the lowly freshmen the next day during Compound Word Day. The competition was on among high school students. Commercial Day and Blue and Gold Day quickly followed with the students bringing out all the stops, including a gigantic moving elephant, a stomp routine, and an homage to the Roaring 20s. Everything that could be done was done.
The points were close and every class secretly or not so secretly thought that they would be taking the sword home from the Homecoming game Friday night. The games ended and the time had come to reveal which class proved to be victorious. The seniors fairly certain that they had won like many of the senior classes before them. As the places were announced, the sophomore class humbly accepted their fourth place finish to no one’s surprise. Next, to the surprise of the class came the juniors. The tension was building. The second place team was revealed as the seniors. To the shock of many of the people in the room, the freshmen class won. The smallest and youngest class in the high school had done what no freshman class had done before them…they won Spirit Week and the Spirit Sword. Their win was one for the books, but had been solidified since their first day’s win on Toy Day. They had never let up and never placed below second overall on any day of the week. The underdog took down the bigger and older classes by shear creativity, determination, and consistency.
This year was no different. Dressed as the classic toys of years past, the seniors walked on campus all but sure that they, like many senior classes before them would take home the sword and bragging rights. The seniors were surprised as the first day, Toy Day, went to the freshmen. This drove the seniors and the other classes to be better prepared and push hard to beat the lowly freshmen the next day during Compound Word Day. The competition was on among high school students. Commercial Day and Blue and Gold Day quickly followed with the students bringing out all the stops, including a gigantic moving elephant, a stomp routine, and an homage to the Roaring 20s. Everything that could be done was done.
The points were close and every class secretly or not so secretly thought that they would be taking the sword home from the Homecoming game Friday night. The games ended and the time had come to reveal which class proved to be victorious. The seniors fairly certain that they had won like many of the senior classes before them. As the places were announced, the sophomore class humbly accepted their fourth place finish to no one’s surprise. Next, to the surprise of the class came the juniors. The tension was building. The second place team was revealed as the seniors. To the shock of many of the people in the room, the freshmen class won. The smallest and youngest class in the high school had done what no freshman class had done before them…they won Spirit Week and the Spirit Sword. Their win was one for the books, but had been solidified since their first day’s win on Toy Day. They had never let up and never placed below second overall on any day of the week. The underdog took down the bigger and older classes by shear creativity, determination, and consistency.
Secondary News Feb. 2010
Things are really beginning to gear up around here for next year as we look with excitement and anticipation as to what God has in store for us; next year’s schedule of classes is coming together and registration will begin soon!
As the senior class also begins to look towards next year they have a whole different focus. Here are some reminders;
• FAFSA deadline is March 2nd –get started today!
• College Application deadlines
• Request transcripts to go to colleges
• Scholarship applications
• Senior picture frames past due to the front office
• Senior pictures
• Senior graduation announcements will arrive soon if you ordered through Jostens
• Also Cap and Gown orders will arrive from Jostens as well
• Senior trip (for some)
If you have any questions regarding any of your students academic needs or questions I can help you with regarding the FAFSA or college applications please do not hesitate to call me at school.
As the junior class also begins to wind down the year they should also be mindful of events to come. It is my recommendation that juniors who plan on attending a four year college begin to prepare for the college entrance SAT test by taking it at least one time by the end of their junior year. To register for this test go to collegeboard.com and follow the links to register for the SATs. When the results come the student is usually very motivated to begin studying and preparing for the next round of testing in October and November of their senior year. One way to prepare is to purchase an SAT prep book from your local book store or online, also on collegeboard.com the student can sign up for a ‘question of the day’. Also puzzle and brain-teaser books are excellent ways to develop skills in problem solving which are helpful on the math portion of the test. As for the reading comprehension – what can I say but read, read, read! This will develop vocabulary and sentence structure.
This summer for the juniors should also be a time to visit and have a tour of any colleges of interest. Their senior year will be here before you know it!
Sincerely,
Jean Huff
As the senior class also begins to look towards next year they have a whole different focus. Here are some reminders;
• FAFSA deadline is March 2nd –get started today!
• College Application deadlines
• Request transcripts to go to colleges
• Scholarship applications
• Senior picture frames past due to the front office
• Senior pictures
• Senior graduation announcements will arrive soon if you ordered through Jostens
• Also Cap and Gown orders will arrive from Jostens as well
• Senior trip (for some)
If you have any questions regarding any of your students academic needs or questions I can help you with regarding the FAFSA or college applications please do not hesitate to call me at school.
As the junior class also begins to wind down the year they should also be mindful of events to come. It is my recommendation that juniors who plan on attending a four year college begin to prepare for the college entrance SAT test by taking it at least one time by the end of their junior year. To register for this test go to collegeboard.com and follow the links to register for the SATs. When the results come the student is usually very motivated to begin studying and preparing for the next round of testing in October and November of their senior year. One way to prepare is to purchase an SAT prep book from your local book store or online, also on collegeboard.com the student can sign up for a ‘question of the day’. Also puzzle and brain-teaser books are excellent ways to develop skills in problem solving which are helpful on the math portion of the test. As for the reading comprehension – what can I say but read, read, read! This will develop vocabulary and sentence structure.
This summer for the juniors should also be a time to visit and have a tour of any colleges of interest. Their senior year will be here before you know it!
Sincerely,
Jean Huff
Elementary Corner Feb.
It has been a whirlwind in the elementary department since we returned from Christmas vacation.
First of all a big congratulations goes out to the students who represented us in the ACSI Spelling Bee! Students first qualify by being the top spellers in their individual classes. Then, they are required to study an extensive list of words ranging from easy to difficult to prepare for the spelling bee. This year our students competed against an average of 25 students or more in their grade level. Because the competition was so close this time around, the judges were quickly forced to move to a list of unpublished words to eliminate contestants.
We want to honor and recognize this year's participants - Faith Vandenberg (1st Grade), Ethan Boggs (2nd Grade) who placed 3rd in his category, Brooklyn McCormack (3rd Grade), Liam Ackerman (4th Grade), and Alex Richart (5th Grade.) Way to go students!
Next, Spirit Week was held during the last week of January and ended with all classes celebrating "Crazy Spirit Day." On that day anything blue and gold goes! Warriors really know how to have fun!
Finally, on February 10th, the 3rd through 5th grade students participated in the annual Science Fair. Students pose a question, formulate a hypothesis, and then go through the scientific method to prove or disprove their hypothesis. Each student was required to display their project for judging and for all the elementary student to see.
The third graders received participation ribbons while the 4th and 5th Graders were judged by Mrs. Patag and Mr. Vlodica. Blue ribbons in 5th grade were awarded to Annika Losch, Grant Lyles, and Alex Richart. Red ribbons in 5th grade were awarded to Ashley Huff, Sydney Murphy, and Autumn Pickens. In 4th grade the blue ribbon winners were Ryan Boggs, Sara Richmond, Sydney Ricker, and Kamaryn Walker. Red ribbons were earned by Breck Buccola, Jacob Cervantes, Sophia Torres, and Zachary Frye. Congratulation to all our up and coming scientists!
As we come near the end of the 3rd quarter, please encourage your students to stay diligent and finish strong! On behalf of all the elementary teachers, thank you for all you do to support our classrooms and our school.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Pastor John's Feb. Letter
Don’t you just love spring?! I know that it’s not spring yet, but in the desert spring seems to come early. I love looking around and seeing the new signs of life, flowers beginning to bloom, trees are getting their leaves, and tumbleweeds blowing!
I’m excited about spring for a couple of other reasons as well. Spring is when we begin the process of looking forward to the next school year. It’s hard to believe that we are already looking at next year’s school calendar, schedule, and registration packet. This has been an amazing year thus far, and I am thrilled to see what God will do throughout the rest of this year, but I am just as thrilled to see what He is going to do next year. So, on March 7th stop by and get your registration packet and sign up early. As a quick sneak peek, there is no increase in tuition!
Finally, the thing I love the most about spring is Easter! Taking time to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! That is really why we do what we do around here; it’s all about Jesus! I hope that you and your family will take time to celebrate that fact.
I’m excited about spring for a couple of other reasons as well. Spring is when we begin the process of looking forward to the next school year. It’s hard to believe that we are already looking at next year’s school calendar, schedule, and registration packet. This has been an amazing year thus far, and I am thrilled to see what God will do throughout the rest of this year, but I am just as thrilled to see what He is going to do next year. So, on March 7th stop by and get your registration packet and sign up early. As a quick sneak peek, there is no increase in tuition!
Finally, the thing I love the most about spring is Easter! Taking time to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! That is really why we do what we do around here; it’s all about Jesus! I hope that you and your family will take time to celebrate that fact.
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