New/Returning Students

NOVEMBER 2013
Equipping students to think biblically,
live wisely and serve faithfully for over 30 years.
IMPORTANT DAYS
IN NOVEMBER:
No School
Monday, 11/4 &
Wednesday – Friday,
11/27-29
P/T Conferences
Thursday, 11/7 &
Tuesday, 11/12
Fun Fair
Saturday, 11/9
Preview Day
Monday, 11/11
88
New/Returning
Students
from
50 New Families!
In many of these
family’s situations, He
used YOU! Thank you
Park family for talking
to your friends and
family about what you
love at Park!
Invite new students for
play dates. Invite new
families to join you in
family activities. Sit
by new students and
new families in the
bleachers at games.
Think what it must be
like to be the “newbie”
and reach out to them.
We thank the Lord
for every student and
family that He has
brought to PCS!
Students on the Move
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Two PCS Students Named in the
National Merit Scholarship Program
Haleigh Larson has been named one of 1,600 Semi-finalists
in the National Merit Scholarship Program. This allows
Haleigh to continue in the competition for approximately 800
Achievement Scholarship awards worth about $2.5 million that will be offered next
spring. To be considered for a National Achievement Scholarship, Semifinalists must fulfill
several requirements to advance to the Finalist level of the competition. About 80 percent
of Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and more than half of the Finalists
will win an Achievement Scholarship Award.
Sam Quanbeck has been named a Commended Student in the 2014 National Merit
Scholarship Program. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are
being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue
in the 2014 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students
placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2014
competition by taking the 2012 preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(PSAT/NMSQT).
Super Blue Book Sellers
1st Place – winning $75 Cash
for selling 164 Books,
Brevin Such, 8th grade
2nd Place –winning $50 Cash
for selling 135 Books,
Cameron Knoll, 8th grade
3rd Place – winning $25 Cash
for selling 115 Books,
Anna Strom, 2nd grade
Sawchuk Takes 5th Place at
State
Congratulations to
Ander Sawchuk
for taking 5th place
in singles at the
ND State Tennis
Tournament. Ander
was named to the
“All State Team”.
49 Students sold 20 or more books receiving
$10 Cash each.
16 Students sold 40 or more books receiving
a $25 Gift Card
8 Students sold 60 or more books winning
their choice of PCS Spirit Wear
Senior High Contest Winners:
1st Place - 9th Grade (151 Books Sold)
2nd Place - 11th Grade (96 Books Sold)
3rd Place - 12th Grade (81 Books Sold)
3788 books sold so far!
Please return unsold books and any
remaining money from sold books to the PCS
office. Thanks for all the hard work!
Matt M.
Football Offensive Lineman Austin Daugherty’s eyes lit up like a deer in headlights when
the “Daugherty Special” was called in the huddle. Quarterback Jared Olsgaard told him not
to drop the pass. As the ball sailed in the Fargodome lights to a wide-open Daugherty, he
thought to himself: “Don’t drop it.”
Honor Band
Congratulations to
Sarah Herlihy and
Austin Noyes for
representing PCS
at the Fall Congress
held at DGF Friday
and Saturday.
Sarah earned an
excellent speaker
award competing in
House II. Great Job!
Pictured with Coach, Mrs. Striker.
Football Team
7th Grade
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Students on the Move
Ally Lutz (Bass Clarinet) and Hunter Nickel
(Tenor Sax) participated in the Minnesota
Subsection 6-3A High School Honor Band
Fall Festival at MSUM. They rehearsed
Friday, October 11th, and performed for family
and friends
Saturday, 11:00
am, under the
direction of Dr.
Monte Grise’,
guest conductor
from MSUM.
Thank you Mr.
Schuster for
your support of
this event and
congratulations
Ally and Hunter.
National Forensic League
Fall Congress Meet
Allyson K., Natalie R.
Rebecca Peterson, 2nd
grade, was the PCS winner
of the Moorhead Fire
Department’s Poster Contest
for Fire Prevention. She was
awarded a frame for her
poster, a ribbon and a gift
card to Target.
Senior Football players and Coach Kowalski
He didn’t and it was a big reason Park Christian rallied for a 41-27 Minnesota 9-man football
win over Norman County East-Ulen-Hitteral. Daugherty hauled in his first-ever reception and
went 65 yards for a touchdown. I’m just happy I didn’t drop the ball.” “It was huge,” Olsgaard
said. “With that touchdown, it sparked everything.”
Visit us at
www.ParkChristianSchool.org
Varsity Volleyball
Teacher Feature
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Barb Volla
Barb Volla has been teaching for 11
years; 8 at PCS. She currently teaches
2nd grade.
She has degrees in Elementary
Education and Elementary Music from
Mayville State.
Tell me a little bit about your family:
I have been married to Sterling for 32
years. We have two married children –
Austin and Ruby. Austin married a girl
from Berlin, Germany – Ruby married
her Junior High sweetheart.
What is a favorite memory of Park
Christian School? When lunch ladies
would dress up in crazy outfits.
Tell your story: What does Park
Christian School mean to you? I am able
to freely pray with my students. I’ve taught
in public schools too, and this is a GREAT
privilege.
The best part about following Jesus
is……having the hope of an eternity spent
with him.
Fun Facts:
Favorite meal? Thai or Chinese. I like
Indian food too.
If you could go on vacation anywhere
in the world, where would you go?
Africa
Electronic reading device or a real
book? Real Book
What do you love most about
teaching? Helping a child
gain a love for writing and
illustrating.
What do you like to do in
your spare time? Read,
scrapbook, go for long walks.
Mrs. Spaulding’s 1st Grade class
Prayer Chapel
“Grandparents’ Day was AMAZING!!!! Yet another confirmation
of our decision to send our son to PCS. We cannot thank God
and YOU THE STAFF enough!”
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Graduated from Park Christian School in 2006.
Graduated from MSU, Moorhead, in 2010.
Graduated from William Mitchell College of Law in 2013.
James took the two day Minnesota Bar exam in July of
2013. He was notified that he passed the exam October
7. James is the first PCS alum to pass this formal
assessment.
When asking him to give us a little insight into this feat, he
answered two questions:
What are your immediate future plans?
In typical lawyer fashion I’ll have to provide a vague answer here because there is
nothing set in stone but I have several options. For now I’ll just have to say that I plan on
providing excellent legal services in Minnesota after swearing in before the Minnesota
Supreme Court. I plan on being granted permission to practice law in North Dakota
shortly after.
How did your education from Park help prepare you for law school?
I need to thank former PCS teacher and speech team coach Diane Olson for believing
in me and helping me find my confidence.
Congratulations James! We are proud of you.
Duncan H., Scott S., Austin N., Josh H.
Dan T.
Ana M., Rachel L.
Josh L., Alex F., Jacob K.
Rachel L., Adri K., Jordan K., Zack K., Mark S.
“7th grade volleyball comes to an end. It was a privilege to coach
these girls. Not only was it a winning season/record, they have
positive attitudes and are willing to learn!!”
Coach Jill Carlson
Visit us at www.ParkChristianSchool.org
Sydney L.
Gabriana H.
Alumni Feature
James Teigland,
First PCS Alum Attorney
Grandparents
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Jonah W.
Anne O.
Sophia B.
PCS
Fredrick L.
Blake I.
Brandon L.
Shortly after
Grandparent’s
Day ended, a
PCS grandma
sent a text to
her daughter
that read: “GD
was absolutely
wonderful! I wish
they would do it
every month!”
Mrs. Ryding’s Class
Brayden A.
Joshua M.
Annika & Haily F.
She also commented to her daughter that she was impressed with how articulate and bold (in a good way) the
children were (in the Kindergarten program) and how well they sang. She also couldn’t believe they had learned
nine Bible verses since school had started.
“Wow, talk about confirmation that Park is a great investment and that our grandson is right where he should be!”
Medications
The ‘Heaven’s Angels Fund’ is promoted
annually by the Parent Association as a way
for the entire school family to gift staff and
faculty members monetarily at Christmas time.
If you would like to contribute, donations of
any amount may be dropped off in the office
with ‘PCS Parent Association Heavens Angels
Fund’ on the front of the envelope and on the
memo line.
Thank you to all who help continue this
tradition each year.
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CORNER
In the month of November the
counseling services of PCS will
be focusing on the theme of
“Diversity: God’s Design.” We will
be using Romans 12:4-5 to discuss
how God has intricately designed
the church body. We will look at
the benefits of diversity and how
to see through Christ’s eyes to
uncover how diversity is one of
God’s special ways of blessing us.
We will also look at how narrowmindedness creates barriers in
working interdependently as God
designed for us to do. We will
discover our need for Christ’s eyes
and the gift that comes with his
vision. I encourage you to join us in
discussing with your child(ren) the
joy that comes from embracing how
God has made us all unique.
See you at the Pole
Kaydee J., Adri K., Syd L., Morgan N.
Grace H., Hannah H., Emily D., Madison D.
Comment heard by Miss Urlacher during Service Day:
A lot of my students helped the older kids carry tree branches during
their recess time. One of my students told me it was fun to help others.
She said, “I knew the big kids could serve but I know I can help too!”
Visit us at www.ParkChristianSchool.org
Jake S., Liam H., Dan S.
Parent Resources
For the safety of all the students: Please
remember that all medications given at school
must be given through the Health Office.
Consent forms may be obtained from the
office. Physician signatures are needed for
prescription medications only.
Please discourage students from keeping
medications in lockers or backpacks.
Thank you!
Anne Schneider, School Nurse
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Fun Fair Details
Save the Date
Invite your family and friends to
join the fun!!!
Please bring a cake/cupcakes/goodies
for the cake walk and 1 or 2 bottles for
the bottle buy. Bottle donations can be
dropped off at the office any time. Cakes
and goodies can be brought to the school
anytime on Friday, Nov. 8th up until 6:00
pm. Or the day of the Fun Fair—Saturday,
Nov. 9th starting at 12:30.
See the PCS Weekly Email for details about
the Bottle Buy and Cake Walk.
Please call Tracy Ziebarth (701-866-4709)
with any questions or to volunteer to help.
Scholastic
A COOL PLACE TO DISCOVER
HOT BOOKS!
Proceeds benefitting your favorite library!
The PCS Library!
Tuesday-Wednesday, 11/5-6
•Preview the Book Fair
Thursday, 11/7
•9:00 am -3:30 pm & 4:30-8:30 pm
during P/T conferences
Xcel Energy
Holiday Lights Parade
Tuesday, November 26th, PCS will have a
float in the parade, starting in Moorhead at
6:30 pm, finishing in Fargo.
Come help re-assemble the float by
contacting Todd Jelinski at 218-227-5057.
Walk beside the float during the parade.
(wearing PCS Spirit Wear of course!) Watch
and cheer as the parade passes by! Join
the fellowship time after the parade in the
Commons with hot cocoa and cookies.
Friday, 11/8
•9:00 am -3:30 pm
Monday, 11/11
•9:00 am -3:30 pm
Tuesday, 11/12
•9:00 am -3:30 pm &
4:30-8:30 pm during
P/T conferences
Morgan R., Allison J., Krisann S.
“We had a winning season. My girls learned to play the same offense as the
varsity team plays. We are also the only team that had a libero.
The girls worked hard to play together and learn as a team.”
Krista Rankin, 8th grade Volleyball coach
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November Athletic Home Events
Friday, 11/1
• End of Qtr 1
Monday, 11/4
• No School. Teacher-in-service
Wednesday, 11/6
• Shakey Wednesday, lunch
Thursday, 11/7
• Parent Teacher Conferences, 4:30-8:30 pm
Saturday, 11/9
• PCS Fun Fair! 3:30 – 6:00 pm, PCS
Monday, 11/11
• Veteran’s Day high school Choir tour
• No Moorhead busing
• PCS Preview Day, 8:00 – 11:30 am
Tuesday, 11/12
• P/A meeting, 1:45, PCS Library. Free childcare.
• Parent Teacher Conferences, 4:30-8:30 pm
Wednesday, 11/20
• Shakey Wednesday
Tuesday, 11/26
• Mid-quarter
Wednesday, 11/27
• No School
Thursday-Friday, 11/28-29
• No school. Office closed.
Monday, 11/4
• JV/V Boys Hockey begins (South/Shanley/
PCS/OG)
Tuesday, 11/5
• Cheer Team pictures, 4:00 pm, studio
• C/JV/V BBB Parent meeting, 6:30 PM,
Fine Arts Room
Thursday, 11/7
• 7th gr. GBB game vs Richland, 4:30 pm, Salem E
• 8th gr. GBB game vs Richland, 5:30 pm,
Salem E
Monday, 11/11
• C/JV/Varsity boys basketball starts
Monday, 11/18
• JV/V girls basketball starts
Thursday, 11/21
• 7th gr. GBB game vs Hawley, 4:30 pm,
Salem E
• 8th gr. GBB game vs Hawley, 5:30 pm,
Salem E
Monday, 11/25
• 7th gr. GBB game vs LPA, 4:30 pm, Salem E
• 8th gr. GBB game vs LPA, 5:30 pm, Salem E
Friday, 11/29
• C/JV/V BBB game vs. DGF, 1/2:15/3:45 pm, PCS
Mom’s In Prayer for Park Christian School meets every Wednesday that school is in
session: 2:00–3:00 pm in the Conference Room. Please join this group and pray for
your child and the school. You will be glad you came!
Elementary Chapels: 8:10-8:40 am in Room #309 | Jr/Sr High Chapels: 8:10-8:50 am in the gym.
Park Christian School welcomes guests to Chapel.
November Chapel Schedule
Nov. 4
Nov. 11
No School
7-12 Veteran’s Day Special featuring K-3 Master Sergeant Eric Johnson
Nov. 18
7-12 Troy Mapes 4-6 Master Sergeant Eric Johnson
Nov. 25
K-12 Praise and Worship the High School choir and band
(Defensive tackle for the NDSU Bison)
of the ND Air National Guard (Veteran’s Day)
of the ND Air National Guard (Veteran’s Day)
Visit us at www.ParkChristianSchool.org
November All-School Calendar
PCS Calendar
To get the most up-to-date calendar information click on the calendar page of the
website. To stay current, click on the “Notify Me” button located on the calendar
page of our website. You will receive notifications of updates as soon as we know
of updates.
• Under calendars at ParkChristianSchool.org ‘This month at PCS’ will connect you
with the entire PCS Calendar including PCS athletics.
• ‘Athletic Calendars’ will connect you with PCS athletics and/or Co-op Athletics
calendars.
• For PCS game/match results, click on calendars/scores/standings on the PCS
Website.
by Kent S. Hannestad
Here is my perspective on a number of things around Park Christian School.
Morning Devotions. I am filled with excitement, anticipation, and pride as the teachers gather every morning for
devotions in the library. I am excited to view the video segment for that morning. I anticipate the reaction and response
of those gathered. I am proud of the staff the Lord has brought to Park Christian School.
Accreditation. I am completely confident in Mr. Nellermoe as he directs the re-accreditation process for the school. I
recognize the significance of this process and the credibility accreditation brings. I can’t wait for the review committee to
visit our school.
Chapels. This is a weekly highlight for me. I am proud of Mr. Schuster as he gives leadership to the praise team. I have
complete confidence in Andria Messelt as she leads the elementary chapels. I consider that time slot to be the most
important of the entire week. I love hearing the students begin their week singing praises to our amazing God!
Washington D.C. Trip. I see this annual trip of our 9th grade students as a defining event of our school. I think it’s
great that we intentionally provide this trip to instill in our students a deeper understanding of our country’s Christian
heritage.
Capital Campaign. As we continue in what’s called “The Silent Phase” of the campaign, I am reminded daily of my
complete dependence on God to provide the necessary funds. God has been so faithful in the entire process and I
have complete confidence in His provision in all areas. I am thrilled the Lord provided a guy like Austen Schauer to
partner with in this endeavor and I can’t wait to see how the Lord answers our prayers!
PCS Families. I am continually filled with thanksgiving and awe as I pray through the directory of families. What an
amazing compilation of families the Lord has brought together!
So, from my perspective, God is continuing to bless Park Christian School in numerous ways. I am honored to occupy
this front row seat to His goodness. Thank you for being a part of Park Christian School’s family.
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