CPS Weekly Update
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
From Headmaster Mr. Brent Johnson

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good,
for his steadfast love endures forever!

Psalm 107:1

As Thanksgiving approaches we have so many things to be thankful for at Concordia Prep. I am thankful for the opportunity to lead this excellent school with such a rich history. I am thankful for the growth that we have experienced this year; we are blessed to have so many wonderful students and parents who partner with us to educate their children. I am also thankful for a dedicated faculty, staff, and coaches who work diligently to help the students in their care. I am thankful for our administrative team that strives to lead CPS to new successes. I am thankful for a Board of Directors who willingly sacrifice their time and talent to support our ministry because they believe in our mission. I am thankful for our thousands of alumni who support us with prayers, referrals, and donations. I am also thankful for our association congregations who generously support our mission. I am thankful for the rest of the CPS community and all of the supporters in our 53rd year of ministry. It is my hope that each of you has a peaceful and joyous Thanksgiving Holiday with family and friends.
First Quarter Honors
Congratulations to the upper school students named to the Honor or Merit Roll for the first quarter: First Quarter Honor Roll
Operation Christmas Child
Mrs. Barth said the Art Club packed 62 boxes, which is a record! "We are so thankful for the generosity and kindness of our students and their families. It is inspiring to see you people investing their time and energy to benefit others. Our students packed off-site on a Saturday and organized their own Art Club sponsored packing event on campus. The Christmas Child shoe boxes are being delivered to over 100 countries. Some "closed" countries allow the campaign entry because it will benefit their children which allows the gospel to be spread to un-reached people.This is the Great Commission. Thanks again for joining us in this effort."
Senior Katherine Brocato signed her National Letter of Intent last Friday to play Division 1 lacrosse at the University of Cincinnati next fall. She is pictured with her parents, Headmaster Brent Johnson, Head Women's Lacrosse Coach John Tucker, Athletic Director Josh Ward, and Director of Guidance Mrs. Grill. #Go Bearcats!
Annual Cookie Walk to Benefit the Music Program
 Mark your calendars for the cookie walk on Thursday, November 30 and Friday, December 1 in the cafeteria, after school until 5 pm. You may purchase a small tin for $5 and/or large tin for $10 and fill your tin with cookies baked by the music department families.

17th Annual Basket Bingo:
Friday, January 19, 2018
Mark your calendars for Friday, January 19 for the 17th Annual Basket Bingo at Tall Cedars, 2501 Putty Hill Ave., Parkville, MD 21234. Doors open at 6 pm, games start at 7 pm. More details will be coming in the weeks ahead. The money raised will go to the Annual Fund. We are in need of sponsors and volunteers. Please contact Jane Ponton at janeponton@concordiaprepschool.org .
Boathouse Jackets: Online Store Open
The online store will close tonight at midnight.

From the School Nurse
Free Drive Thru Flu Shots  Sunday November 5 from 8 am to 12 pm  at CCBC Essex campus Rossville Blvd and College Drive. Vaccinations for people six months and older.

If a student is ill with a fever, they should not return to school until they have been fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication(i.e.Tylenol, Advil). This will help ensure the student is no longer contagious.

According to our school policy, students should not have any medications(including over the counter medications) in their locker or bag other than emergency medications such inhalers or EpiPen that have been ordered by their physician.  The Over the Counter Medication Authorization Form was developed to allow parents and the student's doctor to indicate what medications the student can take from the nurse during the school day. These medication are all kept in the health suite and administered by the school nurse. The form is available on the website or from the nurse. Please contact Ellen Marquardt if you have any questions.
Important Dates:

Wednesday, November 15: Prospective Students Information Night (Upper School Families) at 6:30 pm

Thursday, November 16: PTL Meeting

Friday: November 17: Friday Lunch: Chick-fil-A $4.50 per sandwich or eight nuggets. Supports the football team.

Tuesday, November 21: Thanksgiving Chapel at 12:45 pm

Wednesday, November 22 to Friday, November 24: School Closed for Thanksgiving Break

Thursday, December 7: Upper School Fine Arts Festival at 7:15 pm

Tuesday, December 12: Middle School Fine Arts Festival at 7:15 pm

Wednesday, December 13: Prospective Family Forum, Middle School Families from 6:30 to 8 pm

Friday, December 15: CPS Christmas Chapel

Monday, December 18 to Thursday, December 21: Midterm Exams. Noon dismissal.

Friday, December 22 through Tuesday, January 2: School Closed for Christmas Break

Wednesday, January 3: Classes Resume, Blessing of the Rings

Saturday, January 6: Junior Ring Dance

Friday, January 12: End of Second Quarter

Monday, January 15: School Closed, Martin Luther King Holiday

Tuesday, January 16: School Closed for Students, Faculty Professional Development

Wednesday, January 17: Prospective Family Forums from 6:30 to 8 pm for Both Upper and Middle School Families.

Friday, January 19: Report Cards Issued, Basket Bingo at Tall Cedars at 7 pm

Saturday, January 27: Alumni Bull Roast

Wednesday, January 31: New Student Application and Financial Aid Deadline

View the entire school calendar here: 2017-18 School Calendar

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Lunch Orders
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Yearbooks
2018 Yearbooks are now on sale. Go to  www.Jostensyearbooks.com  to order yours today.

Coca Cola Give Program
Concordia Prep is participating in the Coca Cola Give program.