FRIDAY, JANUARY 18
All the FCS News That Is the News This Week
FCS' Newsletter is updated each Friday
ALL SCHOOL NEWS
(Use the scroll bar at the right for navigating
to each division's news)
NO SCHOOL
Monday, January 21 FCS will be closed for the Martin Luther King holiday.
ALL SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS CHAPEL
Wednesday, January 23, 9:40 am, ES Auditorium - Lisa Chyn, China Through Dance
Monday, January 21 FCS will be closed for the Martin Luther King holiday.
ALL SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS CHAPEL
Wednesday, January 23, 9:40 am, ES Auditorium - Lisa Chyn, China Through Dance
Monday, January 28, Gym 1, 7:00 pm - Don't miss the annual State of the School Address! Dr. Burris will be bringing our FCS family the new strategic plan during this exciting evening. The plan is a culmination of work on behalf of the steering committee, along with our school board and 120+ parents, faculty and staff who were involved in various committees over the last 18 months. Please take a look at the following video which previews an overview of our strategic plan. Mark your calendar and plan on being present for this significant meeting. Child care will be provided in G2 by our seniors for a donation which will go towards their senior trip.
SEVERE WEATHER
In the event of severe weather we will be implementing emergency procedures to keep your child safe. Please DO NOT CALL the school office or drive to the school as we will be taking care of your children. We will keep you abreast of any pertinent information in a timely manner.The administration will make decisions regarding school closing. FCS does not follow any county closings. Check you local TV station for Fellowship Christian School closings or delays. Arrangements have been made with the following stations: WSB-TV, 11-Alive, CBS Atlanta, and FOX 5. If possible, we will send out a text or RenWeb message, therefore, it is imperative, Parents, to keep us updated with all changes of your cell numbers and email addresses.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
This week we practiced our Lockdown Drill in both the elementary and upper school divisions.The students were awesome and the drill successful. We will continue to practice these procedures from time to time during the school year.
VISITORS
All visitors to FCS, including parents, are required to check in at the appropriate divisional office ( ES or MS/HS) to obtain a visitor's pass. Thank you for your cooperation.
ONLINE RE-ENROLLMENT FOR 2013-2014
Re-enrollment dates are January 29 - February 8, 2013 and will be online. An email with instructions on how to complete the process will be sent to you in January. The $500 tuition deposit is due when you re-enroll. The $250 registration fee will be waived if you process your child's re-enrollment between January 29 and February 8. A record number of applications have been received for next year, so re-enroll in a timely manner to secure your student's place for next year. We value our families and look forward to partnering with you next year.
Don't forget 2012-13 tuition deposits paid last year during re-enrollment/enrollment will reduce January 2013 FACTS tuition payments. Questions about this should be directed to Kaye Stafford in the FCS business office, kaye.stafford@fcspaladins.org or 770-641-6818.
FELLOWSHIP MARKETPLACE
Welcome new listings to the Fellowship Market Place:Xinnix, The Academy of Excellence
Business Owner: Casey Cunningham
Alpha Omega Health Center
Business Owners: Dr. Rob and Deb Sanborn
Johns Creek Veterinary Clinic
Business Owners: Dr Chad and Dr. Lori Hargett
Click here to stroll a virtual avenue of local businesses owned by Fellowship families or go to the FCS website News and Resources drop down tab; then click on Marketplace.
MOMS IN PRAYER
Every Tuesday morning, 8:00-9:10 am, Hitting Facility. ALL FCS moms (K4-12) are invited to join the Fellowship chapter of Moms In Prayer International to pray for FCS, our families and, most importantly, our children - each FCS student. This is a wonderful time of praise, thanksgiving and intercession; a very powerful hour of prayer. For more information contact Ginger Dannemiller, peteandginger@bellsouth.net, click here or go to the Moms In Prayer website from here.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Art Fest, Saturday, April 27. FCS will celebrate the arts and showcase talented artists from within and outside our school. Additionally, continuous entertainment from various performers, tasty treats from numerous food providers and an Aspiring Artist Zone will compliment this fun-filled day for all our families. The 2013 FCS Art Fest committee is looking for artists and volunteers. Contact Gale Blanton, galeblanton@hotmail.com or 404.317.1709, if your interested in helping with or exhibiting at this wonderful event.
FELLOWSHIP FUND
Our goal: 100% parent participation and $600,000.
Matching Gifts:
Dollar-for-dollar match: An anonymous donor will match each dollar collected from new gifts* up to $30,000. Your gift automatically doubles for each dollar you give!
*This opportunity does not match pledge payments nor company gift matches.
Participation Incentive: Once participation reaches 81%, we have the opportunity to earn an additional $1000 for each percent in participation up to 100% through a gift match.
You can give by simply clicking on-line giving or go to the FCS website.
Matching Gifts:
Dollar-for-dollar match: An anonymous donor will match each dollar collected from new gifts* up to $30,000. Your gift automatically doubles for each dollar you give!
*This opportunity does not match pledge payments nor company gift matches.
Participation Incentive: Once participation reaches 81%, we have the opportunity to earn an additional $1000 for each percent in participation up to 100% through a gift match.
You can give by simply clicking on-line giving or go to the FCS website.
Company gift match: Please check with your employer's human resource office to discover whether your company will match your gift. Here's a list of companies that participate in gift match. This, of course, is not a exhaustive list.
Fellowship Fund gifts immediately impact every FCS student's educational experience because the funds are collected and spent in the area of focus within this school year. This year's Fund is focusing on six areas: technology tools for teachers, Fine Arts, spiritual development, campus security equipment, strategic plan, and auxiliary practice field
improvements.
FYI
Using an iPad or iPhone for viewing the FCS Website and need a mobile device that reads Flash? One that has been recommended and can be downloaded free from the app store is Puffin Web Browser. There are several others out there, too, that will work.
LITTLE PALADINS, BIG PRIDE
COACH NEEDED
The G.I.R.L.S. running program needs a coach! This biblically-based after school running program for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls isn't just running; it teaches our daughters they are each uniquely made by God. Girls learn how to respect themselves, each other and become fitness conscious. If your interested in coaching for the 10 week Fall 2013 season contact Tina Herrmann, tina.herrmann@fcspaladins.org, 770.633.4343.
MID-YEAR PRINCIPAL COFFEES
The G.I.R.L.S. running program needs a coach! This biblically-based after school running program for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade girls isn't just running; it teaches our daughters they are each uniquely made by God. Girls learn how to respect themselves, each other and become fitness conscious. If your interested in coaching for the 10 week Fall 2013 season contact Tina Herrmann, tina.herrmann@fcspaladins.org, 770.633.4343.
MID-YEAR PRINCIPAL COFFEES
8:15 - 9:15 am, ES Library, see schedule below. ES Principal Kathy Teston will be conducting these coffees to look at the present with a view to the future. This is a great opportunity for parents to see how the year is progressing and how to prepare for the next grade. Childcare will not be provided.
WANT TO BE PART OF OUR FCS "WORLD CLASS CREW"?
Grade 4 - Tuesday, January 22
Grade 5 - Thursday, January 24
VARIETY SHOW ACT REVIEW
Wednesday, January 23, 3:00-6:00 pm, Room 169
GIRLS LACROSSE TRYOUTS
Tuesday, January 29, 6:00-7:30 pm, Paladin Field. All girls, grades 5 - 8, interested in LaCrosse are invited to attend.
The ES is in need of enthusiastic and hard working students who can help support our FCS Variety Show. Crew members will be responsible for the set up and take down of stage props and musical instruments for all performers during the rehearsals and variety show (Tuesday, February 5). This is a great opportunity to serve your fellow students and be part of the FCS school production team. After all, the "crew" is what makes the production run smoothly and efficiently! If interested, please contact Krista Jaroszewski, kristaj911@gmail.com.
LABELS FOR EDUCATION (L4E)
Your help is needed to fill out the new 500-point collection sheet for L4E. We need UPC labels from Danimals, Glad, Bic, Post, Emerald Nuts, Pop-Secret, and People Magazine. If you have any of these, please send them to your teacher in an envelope marked "special L4E". Please let us know which product the UPC is from. Only a few from each product are needed. Our deadline is January 31. Any help is greatly appreciated!
BOX TOPS AND L4E COMPETITION IS COMING!
February 1 - 14 is the Box Top/Labels For Education competition. This is the last opportunity to earn money for the 2012-2013 school year through Box Tops. We need everyone to turn in all you have collected/saved! The class that collects the most will earn dress down passes. Money raised in our May competition will go toward's next year goal.
ES CONSIGNMENT SALE
LABELS FOR EDUCATION (L4E)
Your help is needed to fill out the new 500-point collection sheet for L4E. We need UPC labels from Danimals, Glad, Bic, Post, Emerald Nuts, Pop-Secret, and People Magazine. If you have any of these, please send them to your teacher in an envelope marked "special L4E". Please let us know which product the UPC is from. Only a few from each product are needed. Our deadline is January 31. Any help is greatly appreciated!
BOX TOPS AND L4E COMPETITION IS COMING!
February 1 - 14 is the Box Top/Labels For Education competition. This is the last opportunity to earn money for the 2012-2013 school year through Box Tops. We need everyone to turn in all you have collected/saved! The class that collects the most will earn dress down passes. Money raised in our May competition will go toward's next year goal.
ES CONSIGNMENT SALE
You asked for a FCS consignment sale and the PTF wants to make it happen! Therefore, we need many volunteers to help us provide this rewarding service project to FCS parents. We would like to have a spring sale so if you can lead this or volunteer to be on a committee please email josabank.kathy@att.net. More details to follow soon.
YEARBOOK REQUEST
The Yearbook Staff is looking for digital images of 4th and 5th grade boys basketball and action pictures of Miss Milton's league. Please submit your favorite 10 to 15 clear images on a flash drive, CD or DVD. Label all flash drives, so they may be returned. Contact cindy.hart@fcspaladins.org.
YEARBOOK REQUEST
The Yearbook Staff is looking for digital images of 4th and 5th grade boys basketball and action pictures of Miss Milton's league. Please submit your favorite 10 to 15 clear images on a flash drive, CD or DVD. Label all flash drives, so they may be returned. Contact cindy.hart@fcspaladins.org.
ATTENDANCE UPDATE
Please send all attendance emails (excused tardies/absences) to annette.jacobs@fcspaladins.org. Put the word "Attendance" in the subject line and copy jo.mcdonald@fcspaladins.org.
BOX TOPS
Collecting NOW through January 25. A bin is in the HS office for collection of Box Top labels. Put them in a Ziploc bag (a Box Top product) with your student's name written on the bag. At the end of the month, the family who collects the most Box Tops will win a gift card to a local restaurant! Deadline for your Box Tops is Friday, January 25. Thanks so much for helping FCS and your PTF with this great fundraiser!
MIDDLE SCHOOL CHORUS
Wednesday, January 23, 7:30 am, Room 111 (Mrs. Ott's room). Chorus is starting again! If you're interested come check it out!
FRESHMAN PREVIEW FOR 8TH GRADE PARENTS
Thursday, January 24, 7:00-8:00 pm, Room 109. 8th grade parents are invited to attend this Freshman Preview. Last year's attendees found this to be especially helpful in making a smooth transition from middle to high school. This is an opportunity to:
Thursday, January 24, 7:00 pm, Room 108. This informational meeting is for parents of 6th-8th grade tennis players. Players may attend if accompanied by their parents. Direct any questions to Coach Lindner at bryan.lindner@fcspaladins.org, 770.641.6829.
MS GIRLS LAX
FRESHMAN PREVIEW FOR 8TH GRADE PARENTS
Thursday, January 24, 7:00-8:00 pm, Room 109. 8th grade parents are invited to attend this Freshman Preview. Last year's attendees found this to be especially helpful in making a smooth transition from middle to high school. This is an opportunity to:
- Meet FCS 9th grade teachers
- Meet High School Principal Mike Long and Dean of Students Ari Durham
- Learn pertinent 9th grade information
- Learn about the GO program/community service opportunities
- Meet High School Guidance Counselor Susie Pridemore
Thursday, January 24, 7:00 pm, Room 108. This informational meeting is for parents of 6th-8th grade tennis players. Players may attend if accompanied by their parents. Direct any questions to Coach Lindner at bryan.lindner@fcspaladins.org, 770.641.6829.
MS GIRLS LAX
Tuesday, January 29, 6:00-7:30 pm, Paladin Field. All girls, grades 5 - 8, interested in LaCrosse are invited to attend.
8th GRADE DC NEWS
Friday, February 1, $310 is the next payment due date for the Washington, DC trip. This is for both students and chaperones.
JEKYLL T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST
Open to all 7th and 8th graders. Designs must incorporate the nature of the Jekyll science expedition. Possible images or themes: ocean, nature, sea animals, dolphins, crabs, beach, fish, sea gulls, saw grass, old oak trees, moss, sea shells, sand dunes, science equipment. Check out the science bulletin board for ideas. Submit entries to Mrs. Purdy or Mrs. T. Williamson. The entry deadline is Thursday, February 7. Entires must be in black and white, no color; no larger than 8 x 10.5 inches; on 20 lb. printer paper; must include "Jekyll Jaunt" and "2013"; may include some computer created design but may not be copied. The first place prize is $25HONOR ROLL
Congratulations FCS MS Honor Roll and High Honor Roll students! We had 85 students, 35% of the MS student body, qualify for either the Honor Roll or High Honor Roll. Way to go Middle School! Both lists are posted on RenWeb and will be emailed with the Middle School Test Calendar.
YEARBOOK REQUESTS
The Yearbook staff is looking for digital images of 6th and 7th grade boys basketball. Please submit your favorite 10 to 15 clear images on a flash drive, CD or DVD. Please label flash drives so they may be returned. Contact cindy.hart@fcspaladins.org.
VARIETY SHOW
Saturday, May 4, 2013. Please contact annette.jacobs@fcspaladins.org if you are interested in helping coordinate this fun event. The show is a time for our talented middle school students to bless us with their many talents. Sign-ups and details coming soon!
MS TEST CALENDAR
BASEBALL
Today, Friday, January 18 is the deadline for contacting Coach Dan Parsons (Room 217) if you're interested in playing high school baseball and missed this week's meeting.
Wednesday, January 23, 4:00 pm, on Paladin Field - Freshman and Sophomore Girls vs Junior and Senior Girls!
AP CLASSES
AP Informational Parent Meeting, Wednesday, January 23, 9:42 am, Room 109
Tuesday, January 22
AP Chemistry (Room 105)
Wednesday, January 23
AP Government (Room 212)
AP Language (Room 213)
Friday, January 25, is the deadline for students requesting AP classes for next year to submit AP recommendations to teachers.
SAT/ACT PREP COURSES
Friday, January 25 is registration deadline.
Course dates are Saturdays, February 2, 9 and 23, at FCS. This course will provide for your child to learn excellent test taking strategies for each test, review pertinent material, and practice for each part of the exams. This is a wonderful addition to the college preparation your child is already receiving at FCS and will help improve his/her scores significantly. Pick up a flyer in the HS office or go to the FCS website forms page for details.
Course dates are Saturdays, February 2, 9 and 23, at FCS. This course will provide for your child to learn excellent test taking strategies for each test, review pertinent material, and practice for each part of the exams. This is a wonderful addition to the college preparation your child is already receiving at FCS and will help improve his/her scores significantly. Pick up a flyer in the HS office or go to the FCS website forms page for details.
WINTER DANCE
Saturday, January 26, 7:00 pm, Gym 1. The Senior Class sponsored Winter Dance theme is "Thrifty!". Tickets will be sold during lunch beginning today, Friday, January 18 through next week. Students bringing non-FCS dates must complete two permission forms, which can be found on the forms page of the FCS website or in the HS office.
PEP RALLY
Tuesday, January 29, 2:30 pm. Mark your calendar now. The adjusted bell schedule for this date has been posted to RenWeb.
BETA CLUB INDUCTION
Wednesday, February 6, 7:00 pm, location TBD.
HIGH SCHOOL TRACK
Students interested in Track for the spring should sign up with Coach Ryan Zimmerman, Room 219.
SENIOR TRIP
The second payment for the Senior Trip was due Friday, January 11. Questions regarding this trip should be directed to bonnie.sellers@fcspaladins.org.
BARNBURNER
SGA is seeking a new home for our annual BarnBurner held in March. Contact Bryan Lindner, bryan.lindner@fcspaladins.org if you are willing to host this fun event for our FCS high schoolers.
GO PROGRAM
As a reminder, high school students are required to complete 20 service hours each year. GO hours for this year are due by April 12. A copy of our GO packet may be found under Resource Documents in RenWeb. If your student needs additional hours, please click here for a list of remaining opportunities.
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