Friday, February 23, 2018

FEBRUARY 26 - MARCH 2, 2018

Hopefully our school disruptions are over due to the weather.  The President's day vacation was a needed time to rest and refresh.

**Students can get help in math  by coming to see me Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday 8- 8:25 a.m.

Math Quote:  "If you stop at general math, then you will only make general money." (Snoop Dog)



Day/Class
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Red Book (6th)
ReviewReviewReviewReviewTest ch 6
Red book(7th)
ReviewReviewReviewTest ch 6
Blue book(7th)
Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.3ReviewLesson 6.4
Blue Book (8th)
Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.3ReviewLesson 6.4
Algebra (8th)
ReviewLesson 6.3Lesson 6.3ReviewLesson 6.4
Life Skills
First aide, CPR





REMINDERS TO PARENTS:
Enrollment: Open enrollment begins March 1st and we are expecting several classes to fill quickly when this happens. It is very important you get your enrollment paperwork in before 3/1/18 to guarantee your student’s placement.

Mid-Year Parent Survey: Please take a minute to fill out this short survey, LINK: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DZC937J  Your participation helps to make us a better school.

TELL A FRIEND - New Student Open House is MONDAY, 2/26/18 at 12:30 or 6 p.m.  

UPCOMING EVENTS
  • 2/26 New Student Open House, Activity Center; 12:30 & 6pm
  • 3/1 Open Enrollment
  • 3/1 PTM Meeting, Room #207 at ECC; 8:45am
  • 3/5-9 Preschool Conferences
  • 3/12 Middle School Leadership Conference
  • 3/15 Fine Arts & Young Author Festival; Deadline is 2/23. Remember:
      • Our music staff will make the determination on which songs are appropriate for our festival.  If you have a question, please ask them now so you aren’t practicing a piece that may not work at our program.
      • Students cannot provide music off of YouTube by which to perform to.  This doesn’t work with our format and technical team.  Tracks must be provided to us no later than March 9th.
      • All students must audition in class the week of March 5th in order to participate in the performance.
  • 3/16-30 Read-a-Thon
  • 3/24 Visions Auction, Indian Summer Country Club

DATE CHANGE- New Student Open House From 2/22 to 2/26
Spring Program From 5/10 to 5/8
Science Fair From 5/19 to 5/16

Friday, February 16, 2018

FEBRUARY 19 - FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Short week this week.  Enjoy the four day break.  God Bless America!

Math Quote:  "Go down deep into anything and you will find mathematics." (Dean Schlicter)

**Students can get help in math  by coming to see me Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday 8- 8:25 a.m.


Day/Class
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Red Book (6th)
No schoolNo schoolLesson 6.6Lesson 6.7Reviewl
Red book(7th)
No schoolNo schoolLesson 6.6Lesson 6.7Review
Blue book(7th)
No schoolNo schoolLesson 6.1Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.2
Blue Book (8th)
No schoolNo schoolLesson 6.1Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.2
Algebra (8th)
No schoolNo schoolLesson 6.2Lesson 6.2Review
Life Skills
No school

Job interviewsNo School

Spelling Bee:
Congratulations to all our students who participated in the ACSI District Spelling Bee!  We are so proud of you.


1st Grade:  Megan Sondgroth, Delaney Kitley
2nd Grade:  Isaac Vogelgesang (1st place), Danielle Clouse (3rd place)
3rd Grade:  Hazyl Garcia and Avery Sugg
4th Grade:  Bennie Asomaning (1st place), Ava Barr (2nd place)
5th Grade:  Morgan Simmons, Carson Huffer
6th Grade:  Luca Chandos, Natalie Manning
7th Grade:  Jordan Anderson (4th place), Jackson Bishopp


Mid-Year Parent Survey:
Please take a moment to complete the mid-year parent survey by visiting this link:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DZC937J


Fine Arts Festival:
Mark your calendars for our Fine Arts Festival 3.15.18!  Also, an extra copy of the Fine Arts Audition form is going home with students this week.  Please note the deadline of 2/23.  Also, it is important to remember a couple of things as you plan for this:
  • Our music staff will make the determination on which songs are appropriate for our festival.  If you have a question, please ask them now so you aren’t practicing a piece that may not work at our program.
  • Students cannot provide music off of YouTube by which to perform to.  This doesn’t work with our format and technical team.  Tracks must be provided to us no later than March 9th.
  • All students must audition in class the week of March 5th in order to participate in the performance.


Young Authors:
Young Authors submissions are due by 2/21/18 to your student’s teacher!


FanWear:
The last day for FanWear for this year has been extended to 2/21/18.  Order forms can be found on Facebook or in the school office.  


Tell-a-Friend:
New Student Open House is 2/22/18 at 12:30 or 6 p.m.  





Friday, February 9, 2018

February 12 - February 16, 2018

It has been a great start to the 3rd quarter.  Going from the eight period day to a seven period day was a bit challenging on the first two days of the new quarter, but students have made the adjustment.

Students can get help in math  by coming to see me Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday 8- 8:25 a.m.

MATH QUOTE:  "It is clear that the chief end of mathematics is to make the students think."  (John W. Young)


Day/Class
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Red Book (6th)
Lesson 6.4ReviewLesson 6.5Math OlympicsLesson 6.5
Red book(7th)
Lesson 6.4ReviewLesson 6.5Math OlympicsLesson 6.5
Blue book(7th)
ReviewReviewReviewMath OlympicsTest Ch. 5.
Blue Book (8th)
ReviewReviewReviewMath OlympicsTest Ch. 5.
Algebra (8th)
ReviewTest Ch. 5.Lesson 6.1Math OlympicsLesson 6.1
Life Skills
First Aide,CPR




Please take the mid year survey by going to the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DZC937J


FAMILIES:
- Fine Arts Festival Audition forms are due at the end of the month!  Please turn yours in to the school office (extra copies are available in the office).
- Math Olympics:  Students in 3rd - 8th grade will participate in the first round of our Math Olympics competition during class on 2/15/18.  If you have any questions, contact Katie at katie@ecsolympia.com or ask your students teacher.
- Visions Auction:  A Time to Bond tickets are now on sale in our school office or online at https://evergreenchristiancommunity.wufoo.com/forms/s15kmnn11ohtdw2/
- Please take a moment and help us continue to improve.  Our mid-year parent survey is open at:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DZC937J

- Tell a Friend:  Do you LOVE ECS as much as we do?  Tell a friend to check us out on 2/22/18 at our New Student Open House 12:30 p.m. or 6 p.m.

Parents that need or want volunteer hours.  Kindergarten needs some extra help with our valentine balloon delivery.:Tuesday, Feb 13....begin picking up balloons at Party City at 2:30 and bring to ECS
Stay in teacher's room to attach slips to balloons...should be finished up by 4ish












Thursday, February 1, 2018

FEBRUARY 5 - FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Third quarter starts on Monday.  We are already half way through the school year.  It has been a great time at school thus far and I am looking forward to what God is going to do the second half of the school year,

Students can get help in math  by coming to see me Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday 8- 8:25 a.m.

MATH QUOTE:  "Arithmetic is being able to count up to twenty(20) without taking off your shoes." (Mickey mouse)




Day/Class
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Red Book (6th)
Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.3Lesson 6.3Lesson 6.4
Red book(7th)
Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.2Lesson 6.3Lesson 6.3Lesson 6.4
Blue book(7th)
Lesson 5.3Lesson 5.3ReviewLesson 5.4Review
Blue Book (8th)
Lesson 5.3Lesson 5.3ReviewLesson 5.4Review

Algebra                               Lesson 5.6           Lesson 5.6           Review                  Review               Revie

Life Skills                        Survival Exercise


  • Father/Daughter Dance, North Auditorium at ECC; 6:30-8:30pm
        • Tickets on sale in office between 1/8-2/1. Tickets will not be sold at the door

          • Are you looking for ways to spend your volunteer hours? PTM is looking for help at the Father/Daughter dance 2/3/18. We need 1 person to make and serve punch; 2 people to make goodies (100 each), and additional parent help for that evening. We are also looking for a small garden bench to use for the formal photos. For more information or to sign up please email ptm@ecsolympia.com
  • 2/9 Night to Shine Prom, Activity Center; 6-9pm

          • Night to Shine is a FREE prom for those in our community with special needs.  Evergreen Christian School is hosting this event for the second time, and we know it takes a small village of dedicated volunteers to make it happen
          • If you are able, please consider volunteering to help with this event.  You can sign up at www.ecsolympia.com/night2shine. If you are unable to volunteer but are still interested in helping us make this an unforgettable night for our guests, please consider helping us procure food items or make a monetary donation by clicking here:  www.SignUpGenius.com/go/5080949ACAE22A5FC1-night
  • 2/15 ECS Math Olympics
  • 2/19-20 No School – Presidents Day
  • 2/21 Wednesday Staff Devotions, Staff Lounge; 8am-OMIT FROM PARENT REMINDERS
  • 2/22 New Student Open House, Activity Center; 12:30 & 6pm.
  • 3/1 Open Enrollment
  • 3/1 PTM Meeting, Room #207 at ECC; 8:45am
  • 3/5-9 Preschool Conferences
  • 3/12 Middle School Leadership Conference
  • 3/15 Fine Arts & Young Author Festival
  • 3/16-30 Read-a-Thon
  • 3/24 Visions Auction, Indian Summer Country Club