Excel Christian Academy Newsletter

Excel Christian Academy Newsletter
“Excellence In A Christ-Centered Atmosphere”
Chairman: Dr. Joe E. Edwards
Chairman Pro Tem: Danny Deems
Principal: Tommy Harris
Assistant Principal: Kenn Baker
March 2015
DR. DAVID COOPER IS COMING!
2015 CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE—MARCH 19
Excel Christian Academy will host its 21st annual Celebration of Excellence
on Thursday, March 19, at 7:00 p.m. Dr. David Cooper, Senior Pastor for the
Mount Paran Church of God in Atlanta will be the keynote speaker.
Excel Christian Academy
325 Old Mill Road
Cartersville, GA 30120
Phone:
(770) 382-9488
Fax:
(770) 606-9884 (MS/HS)
(770) 607-8212 (Elem.)
The Celebration of Excellence event is held annually to showcase the school
to the community and raise funds to help make a quality education in a
Christian atmosphere a reality for many students. Excel Christian Academy
was established in the 1990’s and now accommodates students from five year old Kindergarten
through 12th grade. Students at Excel consistently exceed the norm on standardized tests, and
graduates have been accepted at some of the best universities in the nation.
Dr. David Cooper has accomplished much in his career. He is a well known speaker throughout the country and has recently been re-elected by the International General Council to serve
on the Council of Eighteen until 2016. He holds his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Lee
University, a master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Georgia, and a doctoral degree in ministry from Erskine Theological Seminary. He is the author of several books and is
an accomplished guitarist.
The Celebration of Excellence will begin with a delicious buffet meal, and in addition to Dr.
Cooper speaking will include the Excel Singers who always entertain and inspire. The Excel
Singers are a group of students in grades 3-8 who use their talent to honor God and motivate
others. The high school chorus will also perform. School leadership will also announce the
Teacher of the Year and the recipient of the prestigious Eagle Award.
Tickets for this enriching evening can be purchased at the school by calling 770-382-9488.
The event will take place on the campus of Excel Christian Academy, 325 Old Mill Road in
Cartersville.
STAR STUDENT ELISE MILLER HONORED
The Professional Association of Georgia Educators
(PAGE) organization sponsors a STAR program to honor
Georgia’s highest achieving high school seniors and the
teachers who have been most instrumental in their academic development. Elise selected Mrs. Susan West as her
Star Teacher. Since 1958, the STAR (Student Teacher
Achievement Recognition) program has honored more than
23,000 high school seniors who have in turn chosen their
STAR Teachers to share in this recognition. To obtain this
nomination, high school students must have the highest
score on any single test date of the three-part SAT taken through the November test date of
their senior year and be in the top 10 percent or top 10 students of their class based on grade
point average. Elise Miller was recognized as Excel’s STAR student this year. Elise has been
an exemplary student with outstanding test scores and achievement results through her years at
Excel. She has received acceptance letters from several colleges.
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DRESS CODE REMINDERS
With spring in the air it is a good time to remind students about our dress code. All students are reminded
that shorts must be longer than finger-tip length and skirts may be no shorter than just above the knee.
Dress code shirts with collars are required Monday—Thursday. Hair should be neat and boys’ hair should
be above the eye brow and above the collar. We appreciate everyone’s support of our dress code as it helps
us to promote an image of excellence at our school.
MARCH 24th—TEACHER WORK DAY FOR PARENT CONFERENCES
Parent conferences are scheduled for this month. It is our goal to conference with
every child’s parents/guardians. These conferences are a wonderful time for teachers,
parents, and students to communicate. Teachers are already setting up appointments
with parents for these conferences. Please let your child’s teacher know that you will
be coming to school for a conference. To allow teachers to meet with parents an
early dismissal is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24th at 11:30.
ORDER TODAY!!!!
The deadline for ordering your 2014—2015 Excel yearbook is May 1st.
Yearbooks are $60 each. Make your check payable to Excel Christian
Academy and send it to Ms. Edwards or the school office.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Darius Thrower
1st Team All Region
Basketball
Jack Bowers
Honorable Mention
All Region Basketball
Caleb West
Honorable Mention
All Region Basketball
Go Eagles!
Counselor’s Corner
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8th GRADE CHAPEL
On March 4, 2015, Excel Christian Academy
eighth grade students created and presented a
chapel program focused on the beliefs of the
Christian faith. This chapel focused on Jesus
as the Word, the cornerstone, and the only
means of salvation. Students compared and
contrasted Christianity to other world religions in a newscast presentation. Students
wrote their own script and pointed out that
one of the main differences separating Christianity from the rest of the world’s religions
is the empty tomb. Our God is NOT dead. We serve a risen savior. Students sang three songs which included ―Cornerstone‖, ―Like a Lion‖(―God’s Not Dead‖), and ―We Believe‖. Wyatt Karlovich and Rylie
Boston shared their God-given musical talent by performing solos for ―We Believe‖, and Elliott Stone
jazzed the audience with the box drum on ―Cornerstone‖ . The choir was directed by K. Ray Looney who
gave of his time and efforts to make our chapel special. Anna Lane Hattaway wrote and delivered the
message about the importance of the Bible. Bailey Cox directed the creative movement which was choreographed by Rylie Boston, Landry McCollum, Anna Lane Hattaway, and Bailey Cox. Dr. Sam Simon
played the keyboard. High school students Ethan Lara and Kimsey Harris assisted Cody Miller with
sound. Jake Till produced and edited our video, and Chris Blackwell organized and volunteered with the
filming. Brian McCollum created the cross for our chapel. The eighth graders handled themselves with
poise, confidence, and leadership. What a fantastic example of what sets ECA apart! Sheila Langford
BAND NEWS
Several High School Band students will be participating in the Georgia Music Educators District Seven
Solo and Ensemble Festival at Ringgold Middle School on April 11. Excel will be represented by a Wind
Quartet (Diana Davidson, Natalee Sims, Zara Rainey, and Savanna Keller), a Saxophone Trio
(Matthew Raburn, Simon Morris, and Chris Bruce), and three soloists (Matthew Raburn, Zara
Rainey, and Parker Helms, accompanied by Faith Thompson).
MISSIONS
Miriam Hibbard
In the fall of my senior year, I traveled to the Dominican Republic for a mission trip.
There I helped build a basketball court, volleyball court, and taught Bible stories in Spanish. My favorite part was ministry in the villages and the orphanages. The passion these
people have for God, is very encouraging. They are extremely poor, but rich in love. I
long to go back long term and build a relationship with these people!
Seth Plimpton
In the spring of my junior year, I got the opportunity to travel to Uganda for a two week
mission trip. While there I helped build a library, played soccer with the local children,
and fed orphans. My favorite part of the trip was handing out brand new textbooks to
all the children of God’s Hope Primary School. The devotion the people of Uganda have
for God is incredible. I plan to travel many times back to Uganda in the near future. My
heart longs for these people and the determination they have for a better life.
Counselor’s Corner
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ELEMENTARY ACCELERATED READING WINNERS FOR JANUARY
Mrs. Reynolds’ 2nd grade class took the trophy for the most points earned this month. Mrs. Lunsford’s
1st grade class won the trophy for the highest percentage correct in the first through second grades, and
Mrs. Roberson’s 5th grade class took the trophies for most points earned and highest percentage in the
3rd through 5th grades. Ben Scarbrough, in fifth grade, was the student with the most earned points
in third through fifth grades with 60.3 points for February. Tristan McKibben, second grade, had the
most points earned for first and second grades with 6.9. Hudson Amos, a kindergartener had the most
points earned for Kindergarten. He earned 2.9 points in February.
Hudson Amos
Tristan McKibben
Ben Scarbrough
Mrs. Lunsford
1st Grade
Mrs. Roberson
5th Grade
THREE STUDENTS SELECTED AS OPTIMIST CLUB
OUTSTANDING STUDENTS
Each year the Optimist Club recognizes a student from each area of our school as Outstanding Students. To
be considered for this award, students must excel in the areas of academics, citizenship, character, leadership, and service to others. The following students have been named as our Optimist Outstanding Students
this year: 5th grader Maddie Gibson, 7th grader Robby Poston, and 11th grader Hannah Cauthen.
Maddie Gibson
Robby Poston
Hannah Cauthen
Counselor’s Corner
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STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Each month the teachers at each grade level choose a student of the month. The students selected epitomize the vision and mission of Excel Christian Academy. They demonstrate leadership, character, and academic achievement on a daily basis. They are the students that ―Let
their good works show and glorify God in Heaven‖. We look forward to the continued recognition of outstanding students at Excel. Pictured are Cosette Wright; K-2, Joshua King
3-5, Marco Haro; Middle School, and Ethan Lara; High School.
Cosette
Joshua
Marco
Ethan
COUNSELORS CORNER—Mrs. Cowart
Towards the end of March, we will be scheduling advisement with freshmen, sophomores and juniors.
We will be looking at what they have taken thus far and talk about course offerings that they will need in
order to meet graduation qualifications for ECA. Parents are strongly encouraged to come during their
child’s advisement time. These will be held on March 29 from 1:00-6:00, March 26 from 3:30-5:30 and
March 31 from 3:30-5:30.
Tuesday, March 10 – Etowah Scholarship Foundation – Financial Aid Workshop 6:00pm
Located at the Bartow College & Career Academy (Old Cass High).
Sunday, March 22 – Atlanta National College Fair 12-4pm (www.nacacnet.org)
Located at the GA International Convention Center
Upcoming ACT Test Dates are: To register for the ACT visit: www.actstudent.org
April 18 (register by March 13)
June 13
(register by May 8)
Upcoming SAT Test Dates are: To register for the SAT visit: www.collegeboard.org
May 2
(register by Apr. 6)
June 6
(register by May 8)
Counselor’s Corner
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Mar. 9
Mar. 10
Mar. 12
Mar. 13
JV Girls Soccer @ Cartersville @ 4:30
JV Baseball vs Model @ 5:00
MS Tennis @ Eastside @ 4:30
HS Tennis @ North Paulding @ 4:30
Boys State Interviews during Lunch
Optimist Breakfast / Youth Appreciation @ 7:00
Spanish Field Trip / Strand Theatre @ 10:00
HS Soccer vs Cass @ 6:00
JV Baseball @ Cass @ 5:30
HS Tennis vs Bremen @ Dellinger @ 4:30
End of Third Nine Weeks
HS Soccer vs Woodland@ 5:30
JV Baseball vs Cass @ Lake Point @ 5:30
HS Tennis @ Mt. Paran @ 4:30
First Day of the 4th Nine Weeks
Elementary Field Trip / Bartow History Museum
MS Tennis vs Wildwood @ Dellinger @ 4:30
Mar. 16
Mar.17
Mar. 18
Mar. 18
Mar. 19
Mar. 21
Mar. 21
Mar. 22
MS Baseball vs North Cobb @ Hamilton @ 4:30
MS Tennis@ Cornerstone Christian @ 4:30
HS Tennis@ Christian Heritage @ 4:30
DAR Recognition @ Senior Citizens Center
HS Boys Soccer @ Walker @ 5:00
JV Baseball vs St. Francis @ Lake Point @ 5:00
HS Tennis vs Walker @ Dellinger @ 4:30
Report Cards Go Home
Spring Sports Pictures @3:45 / Gym
Celebration of Excellence / Auditorium @ 7:00
Senior Trip
Varsity Baseball vs Model @ State Mutual Stadium /
Rome, Georgia @ 11:00
Band ASO Field Trip
Soccer Schedule 2015
High School Baseball Schedule 2015
9-Mar
Model (JV)
HOME
5:30
Tuesday, March 10
Cass
Home
6:00 PM
10-Mar
Cass (JV)
White, GA
5:30
Thursday, March 12
Woodland
Home
5:30 PM
Walker
Home
5:00 PM
Thursday, March 19
Morris Innov.
Away
5:30 PM
12-Mar
16-Mar
Cass (JV)
North Cobb Christian (MS)
HOME
Hamilton Crossing
5:30
4:30
Tuesday, March 17
17-Mar
St. Francis (JV)
HOME
5:30
Tuesday, March 24
4:30
Friday, March 27
20-Mar
Adairsville(MS)
21-Mar
Model (JV)
Adairsville, GA
Rome, GA @ State Mutal
Stadium
23-Mar
SE Whitfield (JV)
Dalton, GA
5:00
24-Mar
North Cobb Christian (MS)
Acworth, GA
4:30
26-Mar
Cass (MS)
Hamilton Crossing
28-Mar
Sonoraville (JV) Doubleheader
HOME
30-Mar
Walker(MS)
Marietta, GA
3:45
31-Mar
Mt Paran (MS)
Marietta, GA
4:30
6-Apr
Model (Varisty)
HOME
5:30
7-Apr
(Varisty and JV) Leave for Savannah
1:00
8-Apr
Calvary Day School (Varisty)
Savannah, GA
4:00
8-Apr
Savannah Christian
Savannah, GA
7:00
9-Apr
Savannah Country Day (Varisty/JV) Savannah, GA
10-Apr
St. Francis (Varisty)
Alpharetta, GA
4:00
13-Apr
Woodland (JV)
HOME
5:30
14-Apr
Trion (JV)
Trion, GA
5:30
16-Apr
Woodland (JV)
Cartersville, GA
6:00
11:00am
NCC
Away
7:00 PM
Christ. Herit.
Home
5:30 PM
Tuesday, March 31
Woodland
Away
5:30 PM
Thursday, April 2
Mt. Paran
Away
5:00 PM
Tuesday, April 21
Cass
Away
6:00 PM
HS Tennis Schedule 2015
5:00
12:00/2:00
4:30/6:30
MS Tennis Schedule 2015
3/9/15 Monday
3/12/14 Thursday
3/16/15 Monday
3/24/15 Tuesday
3/27/15 Friday
Eastside
Lyndon
CCA Acworth
CCA
Sugar Hill
Away
Waterford
Away
Dellinger
Dellinger
4:30pm
4:30pm
4:30pm
4:30pm
4:30pm
3/30/15 Monday
Bridgeway
Away
4:30pm
4/14/15
NAML
Epic Center
TBA
3/9/15 Monday
NPHS
Away
3/10/15 Tuesday
3/12/15 Thursday
3/13/15 Friday
Christian Heritage
(Region)
Mt. Paran(Region)
Dellin
ger
Away
Trion
Away
2/17/15 Tuesday
3/23-3/28
Walker(Region)
3/30/15 Monday
3/31/15 Tuesday
4/2/15 Thursday
4/6-10/15Week
4/16/15 Thursday
4/20/15 Monday
Rockmart
Dellin
ger
CRUS
E
Away
SENIOR
Cass (Senior Day)
Cartersville
SPRING BREAK
Region 1st Round
Region 2nd Round
4/21/15 Tuesday
CHP Region 6A
TBA
State Play-offs
Dellin
ger
Dellin
ger
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Dellin
ger
TBA
4:30p
m
4:30p
m
4:30p
m
4:30p
m
4:30p
m
WEEK
4:30p
m
4:30p
m
4:30p
m
----4:30pm
All-day
TBA