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Grace Notes
December 2014
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 A Note From Stephanie Kowald, Head Of School
What a wonderful time of year. For me this is especially true as I have the privilege of sharing the season with the students at Grace. From the blessings of the Ingathering to the celebration of the birth of our Savior, the children's enthusiasm mounts. As students at Grace, the children are daily exposed to the true meaning of giving and of Christmas. Children have a way of looking at the season with a perspective that exemplifies purity and faith. As an adult, my personal prayer is that I may have the enthusiasm and anticipation of a child for the arrival of the greatest gift that I could be given; the birth of Jesus. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas Season.
Stephanie
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 Grace Drama
Everybody's Christmas, December 10th
The Grace Drama Elective Class presents Everybody's Christmas for the school Christmas production. Meet in the Grace Church sanctuary on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 pm for the performance. Grace excels in the arts. Bring your friends and neighbors and share a wonderful evening at Grace. After School Rehearsals For Spring Production Calling all actors, stage hands and "Ham-Bones....." It is time to sign up for after school Drama! This year Grace will produce the musical Shrek Jr.! It will be a fun show with lots of crazy characters and costumes. We are hoping some of our teachers will also perform in the show. Auditions are at 3:00 pm December 11th, 12th, and 15th. Our first meeting is Wednesday, December 17th. Contact Langdon Zimmer for more information. _________________________________________________
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Spirit Night
Thursday December 11th
Get ready for our next Spirit Night. The Chick-fil-A on 220 Fleming Island is hosting us on Thursday December 11th. Join us for a fun night with our Grace family. Mention the school and Chick-fil-A will return a percentage of the revenue to Grace.
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8K River Day
Save The Date February 21 2015
Register now for the 8K River Day. The 2015 run will be better than ever. Enjoy the scenic River Road course and your preferred distance, 8K, or 5K, or 1 mile or the kid's dash along with lots of food, music, vendors, and friends. Visit the 8K River Day website to register, view sponsorship information, and current sponsors. Contact Greg Holton, Director of Development, for a discount code and save on your registration fee.
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Grace Elves' Busy Activities
Special thanks to Michele Remolde and Fran Lang for the beautiful Christmas greenery. The campus looks especially attractive in its seasonal refinements.
Admissions would like to thank the many GPA elves for their hospitality and festive hot chocolate/coffee bar for our recent open house dates.
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Book Fair Purchases 
Here are some photos of the books and spinning display cart that Ms Switzer purchased with the funds raised by the book fair. We also purchased a 2015 Encyclopedia Britannica set. Thank you for supporting our library.
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Grace Tree
Fleming Island Plantation
The Grace Tree is now on display. Each class created custom hand-made, Grace-themed ornaments to decorate the tree. You can view the tree at the Fleming Island Plantation Community Center through December. While you are there, be sure to take a family picture and post it on your social media. This is a great way to promote the school to other families.
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5th Grade
Tilly Fowler Nature Center
The 5th grade enjoyed their learning experience at the Tilly Fowler Nature Center on a recent field trip. Sometimes the best classroom is outside.
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6th Grade
Earth Layers Project
The 6th grade recently learned about the layers of the earth through painting a model of the world. It's not just what they learn, but how they learn it. Creativity, discovery and active learning distinguish Grace's education
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Artists of the Week Congratulations to Cera and Walker, Artists of the Week. Each week our art department selects an outstanding artwork for this recognition. Cera and Walker illustrated amazing color interactions in watercolor. We recognize the student artists at our Tuesday morning Flag assembly. See the original artwork on display in the school office.
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 The Grace Fund Goal: 100% Participation
Each year the Board of Trusties, Faculty/Staff and Church Vestry participate 100% in the Grace Fund. This year we want our families to reach the 100% participation goal, too. Strong participation opens the door to grants, a valuable addition to enriching the curriculum, programming and facilities. Thoughtfully consider your gift in any amount. Visit The Grace Fund for more information. Thanks for your support.
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 This Month At Grace Episcopal Church
Sung Evening Prayer Thursday, Dec. 11th 7:00 pm
Pause this Advent. Come participate in this beautiful service of sung prayers led by our Minister of Music, Jim Wright, and the choirs of Grace and Church of our Savoir. You will appreciate this festive yet prayerful worship service.
Blue Christmas Service Dec. 22nd-6:00pm, chapel.
This service is a celebration of Christmas for those who have suffered loss or for whom Christmas is a hard time of the year. Festive yet reflective.
Christmas Eve Services Dec. 24th Main Sanctuary
5:00pm Festive Eucharist with children's homily
*Cookies and milk to follow in the narthex
10:00pm choral prelude, 10:30 Festive Eucharist begins
Christmas Day Dec. 25th Chapel
9:00 am Festive Eucharist with music
Lessons and Carols, Sunday Dec. 28th-9:30 am Church
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Grace Episcopal Day School
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156 Kingsley Avenue
Orange Park, FL 32073
(904) 269-3718
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"but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."
Isaiah 40:31
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