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!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
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
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