Friday, December 20
All the FCS News That Is the News This Week
FCS' Newsletter is updated each Friday
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“For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all steadfastness and patience; joyously giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in Light.”
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ALL SCHOOL NEWS
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In this is love, not that we loved God,
but that He loved us and sent His Son
to be the propitiation for our sins. 1 John 4:10
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MERRY CHRISTMAS
AND
A BLESSED NEW YEAR!
Friday, December 20 - half day
Monday, December 23 - Monday, January 6 - NO SCHOOL
Monday, January 6 is a Teacher Work Day
Tuesday, January 7 - School starts again
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
There may be an occasion when we have to close school or have a delayed start due to inclement weather. Please be advised the administration will make decisions regarding school closings and will not follow any county closings. We will post our decision on the website and on the local TV stations; WSB-TV, 11-Alive, CBS Atlanta and FOX 5. If possible, we will send out a RenWeb email so it is imperative to keep us updated on any changes for your email and telephone numbers. If school is closed for ANY reason, there will be NO after-school activities (even if conditions improve).
KATHLEEN STROUD'S FAMILY REQUEST
So many of you have expressed a desire to do something for the Stroud family since Kathleen’s home-going. In wishing to honor the Stroud’s request, we would ask you to please refrain from doing anything at this time. While they appreciate it very much, they have specifically requested to Mrs. Teston we wait until after their return when we will have more concrete information about a memorial service and their specific needs. We all want, and feel a need, to do something now but waiting is in their best interest.
DID YOU KNOW December 31 is fast approaching? That's the date we'd like to have notice of your Fellowship Fund pledge or gift? All donations are counted and spent during this school year’s budget and a record of your pledge or gift will help us reach the $500,000 goal by the end of this year. Payment of pledges may be made any time before May 31, 2014. Donate online or mail your gift postmarked by December 31.
DID YOU KNOW donors contributing $1,000 and up will be invited to a reception with our Head of School, Kathy Teston, prior to the State of the School address on January 27? Don’t be left out!
DID YOU KNOW we have currently reached 60% parent participation in our 2013-2014 Fellowship Fund and have raised $239,580 toward our goal of $500,000? Thank you!
GEORGIA GOAL
There is still time to tell the Georgia legislature how to redirect your taxes! The Georgia Goal Scholarship Program allows you to tell the Georgia legislature to divert up to $2,500 of your tax dollars to Fellowship Christian School. Doing this will designate your tax money in the form of student scholarships helping qualifying families not otherwise able to afford to send their children to FCS. What a great way to say, "I Am Second." Read about how...
There is still time to tell the Georgia legislature how to redirect your taxes! The Georgia Goal Scholarship Program allows you to tell the Georgia legislature to divert up to $2,500 of your tax dollars to Fellowship Christian School. Doing this will designate your tax money in the form of student scholarships helping qualifying families not otherwise able to afford to send their children to FCS. What a great way to say, "I Am Second." Read about how...
MEN'S FRATERNITY
Wednesday, January 8, 6:00 am begins the second semester of Men's Fraternity in the "Quest for Authentic Manhood". We have a strong core group of Fellowship dads, and it's a great way to start off the new year with a renewed purpose. Learn more about Men's Fraternity @ FCS on our blog. All FCS dads are welcome to join us every Wednesday morning at 0600, Room 103, high school building.
RE-ENROLLMENT BEGINS
January 28, 2014 continuing until midnight February 7, 2014 begins FCS re-enrollment for the 2014-2015 school year. Families that re-enroll during this time will have the $250 registration fee waived and will pay only the $500 tuition deposit per student. After the re-enrollment time period is over, new families will be accepted. In January, current families will receive an email from the Admissions Department with re-enrollment instructions. This email will go to the custodial mother’s email address as listed in RenWeb.
January 28, 2014 continuing until midnight February 7, 2014 begins FCS re-enrollment for the 2014-2015 school year. Families that re-enroll during this time will have the $250 registration fee waived and will pay only the $500 tuition deposit per student. After the re-enrollment time period is over, new families will be accepted. In January, current families will receive an email from the Admissions Department with re-enrollment instructions. This email will go to the custodial mother’s email address as listed in RenWeb.
REMINDERS
From the Business Office - Monthly tuition payments for January, 2014 will reflect credits for the 2013-14 tuition deposits paid at time of enrollment for this school year.
From the Booster Club - FCS Spiritwear can be purchased at the Athletic House. It is no longer available at the Paladin Center.
FELLOWSHIP WEBSITE HEADLINES
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Spanish Honor Society Serves Hispanic Community
Bryan Lindner named Athletic Director
Booster Club Names Athletes and Coaches of the Month for November
Eight Paladins Named to All-Region Football Team
Little Paladins, Big Pride
PINEWOOD DERBY - SCOUTS' PACK 356
everyone is invited! Simply send a note to Cubmaster@fellowshipscouts.org and we'll get you a Pinewood Derby Car Kit and more information about the race. We look forward to seeing you there. Start your engines!!
SHOPPING FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER?
It’s a breeze to support FCS as you shop! Register your Kroger Plus Card at Kroger Community Rewards and designate FCS as your chosen organization. A percentage of every dollar you spend will come back to our school! And don’t forget your Publix Partners card, Box Tops, Labels for Education, and My Coke Rewards.Thank you for helping the Elementary PTF and Fellowship!
REMEMBER THESE DATES
Monday, January 6 - Teacher Work Day
Tuesday, January 7 - School starts back
Saturday, February 22 - ES Father-Daughter Dance
Tuesday, January 7 - School starts back
Saturday, February 22 - ES Father-Daughter Dance
WINTERFEST VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
PARENT COFFEES
Tuesday, January 14 - 2nd Grade
Thursday, January 16 - 3rd Grade
Tuesday, January 21 - 4th Grade
Thursday, January 23 - 5th Grade
Tuesday, January 28 - K4, K5, Pre-1st
Thursday, January 30 - 1st Grade
Friday, January 31 - Mark your calendar for a Sports Dinner celebrating our winter elementary basketball and wrestling athletes. Join your teammates, families, and coaches for a delicious meal, then join our school in cheering for our varsity Basketball team in the their last home game of the season. Players and coaches will be honored during the game. More details to come!
Wednesday, February 5, the fifth annual Elementary School Variety Show. We are excited! This show allows our students from K5 to 5th Grade to showcase their talents in a non-competitive venue. In the past, we have had the pleasure of watching our talented students sing, dance, play an instrument, cheerlead, hula hoop, perform magic tricks and more! Performances may be a solo act or a group of friends. We are also looking for 4th and 5th grade students to help with stage set up for each performer.
If you would like to showcase your God-given talents “on the stage” or help us create a magical show “behind the scenes”, please download the permission slip. Permission slips are due by January 13 in the Elementary Office. Questions? Contact Krista Jaroszewski at kjaroszewski@precyse.com. We look forward to your participation.
CALLING ALL PERFORMERS
If you would like to showcase your God-given talents “on the stage” or help us create a magical show “behind the scenes”, please download the permission slip. Permission slips are due by January 13 in the Elementary Office. Questions? Contact Krista Jaroszewski at kjaroszewski@precyse.com. We look forward to your participation.
YEARBOOK NEEDS YOUR PHOTOS
GOT PHOTOS TO SHARE? Send them on a CD, DVD or flash drive to the ES office. Your name on a flash drive enables it to be returned. Thanks! Contact Loren Hagearty, Lhagearty@gmail.com, with questions.
THANK YOU, MS STUDENTS AND PARENTS!
Thank you so
very much for all of the wonderful gifts and cards. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness. Have a joyous Christmas and may 2014 will be a wonderful year for your family. Love in Christ, Middle School Faculty and Staff
THANK YOU!
The Middle School faculty, staff and students thoroughly enjoyed the Christmas Luncheon
provided for us by our parents this week!
It was quite a grand holiday spread! We appreciate it very much!
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
Monday, December 23 - Monday, January 6 - NO SCHOOL
Monday, January 6 is a Teacher Work Day
Tuesday, January 7 - School starts again
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RENWEB
Tuesday, January 7 RenWeb will be turned back on.
Tuesday, January 7 RenWeb will be turned back on.
SECOND SEMESTER
Tuesday, January 7 - School resumes – 2nd semester begins
Tuesday, January 7 - School resumes – 2nd semester begins
WINTERFEST WILL BE HERE SOON!
Thursday & Friday, January 9 & 10. Dress warm and in layers, the weather might be a bit chilly! Report to G2 for attendance on both days. If you would like to volunteer, please contact
Annette Jacobs at annette.jacobs@fcspaladins.org.
SAVE THE DATE!
SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, February 28, 7:00 pm, 5th Annual Middle School Variety Show! Sign ups will be January 13-24 and auditions are January 29 & 30. Students.......think about how you will participate this year! Comedy? Announcer? Stage crew? Skit (live or video!). Commercial? Musical instrument? Whatever your interest or talent....Sign up and be a part of the fun! Think about it over the break, get with your friends and come up with some great ideas! Also....a dress down day will be given to all middle school students who participate!! Keep an eye on the newsletter and posters for more details!
There is no TEST CALENDAR for the first week of January.
There is no TEST CALENDAR for the first week of January.
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
Monday, December 23 - Monday, January 6 - NO SCHOOL
Monday, January 6 is a Teacher Work Day
Tuesday, January 7 - School starts again
THANK YOU!
The High School faculty, staff and students thoroughly enjoyed the Christmas Luncheon provided for us by our parents this week! It was quite a grand holiday spread! We appreciate it very much!
"I AM SECOND" SPANISH STYLE
Members of the Spanish Honor Society volunteered at a Christmas event for underprivileged Hispanic children this past Sunday. Over 400 people attended, and 50 people received the Lord during the invitation at the end of the event! Thank you to all who participated to make this event a blessing to so many families during this Christmas season! Read the full story on our website and see the photos.
Members of the Spanish Honor Society volunteered at a Christmas event for underprivileged Hispanic children this past Sunday. Over 400 people attended, and 50 people received the Lord during the invitation at the end of the event! Thank you to all who participated to make this event a blessing to so many families during this Christmas season! Read the full story on our website and see the photos.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to Liz Ray and Bethany Topham, two of our high school teachers, for earning their Masters
degrees this month! We are proud of each of you for this great accomplishment!
HAPPY TRAILS!
Tread will be backpacking on the Appalachian Trail Friday & Saturday, December 20-21.
RENWEB
RenWeb will be turned off until Tuesday, January 7 while Fall semester final grades are being entered.
RENWEB
RenWeb will be turned off until Tuesday, January 7 while Fall semester final grades are being entered.
FROM THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
All high school students should check their second semester schedules as soon as possible (they may be different than 1st semester). They can be viewed on Renweb under Student Information – Schedules - View Schedule. Please contact the guidance office immediately if you have any questions.
For Junior Parents: It is that time of year to make your appointment with Susie Pridemore, our Guidance Counselor, to come in with your junior son or daughter for a one-on-one opportunity to discuss their PSAT scores and upcoming college plans. Please contact Terre Hughes (770-641-6809 or terre.hughes@fcspaladins.org) as soon as possible for the best selection of before school, after school, lunch and study hall times available.
ATHLETES AND COACHES OF THE MONTH
NOVEMBER
BLANKET DRIVE
Winterfest Service Project - As a service part of Winterfest (January 9-10), we are asking each student in grades 9-11 to bring in a blanket for immigrants and refugees living in Clarkston, GA. This is the most concentrated area of immigrants and refugees in the state, with locals calling it “Ellis Island of the South.” Some of our high school students will be delivering the blankets with our community partner in Clarkston, World Relief-Atlanta. The blankets can be “lightly used” or new, and $20 worth of blankets can be used as one GO hour. Thank you so much for helping those in need with a blanket during our cold month of January.
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