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September 2017 eNewsletter
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ELCA Fund Update
Thank you for your great response to this year’s ELCA Fund. Over $114,000 has been given or pledged to the Campaign and 39% of our school families have shown their support by giving to the Fund. If you have not yet had an opportunity to participate, it’s not too late and there are several ways to give.
To give by check or cash - print the
Donor Form
and return to the ELCA Advancement Office along with your donation made payable to ELCA.
To charge your donation to your student account – print
this form
and return to the ELCA Advancement Office.
Please remember that
all donations must be received by Monday, October 2
nd
in order to receive an invitation and meal tickets
to the Homecoming Tailgate Event scheduled for Friday, October 20
th
which will again be catered by Jim N Nicks.
Thank you for your continued support of our school as we all work together to Build Foundations in the lives of our students.
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Professional ELCA Photos by
Jeff Hurndon Photography
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Photos make great gifts!
Purchase your prints at affordable prices today!
770-616-6306
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"The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork."
~Psalm 19:1
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Monday, August 21 was an exciting day for
everyone
in North America!
Everyone...including ELCA students! ELCA provided eclipse glasses for all students and staff to safely witness an eclipse of the sun. Students were seen all over the campus looking up to the heavens.
Mr. Tucker treated elementary students to a moon pie! He is pictured with Coach Johnson with his moon pie and an RC Cola!
Anyone within the path of totality was able to see one of nature’s most awe inspiring sights - a total solar eclipse. Second grade teacher, Mrs. Williams and her son, Matthew, drove to Dillard, GA to see the total eclipse. Mrs. Williams described it as, "Two minutes and thirty eight seconds of WOW!"
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Mr. Piette’s 6
th
grade Earth science class participated in a lab as they learned about the eclipse.
All the factors concerning an eclipse are so precisely perfect, it is clear that for an eclipse to occur is no mere coincidence. What a testament to our great God who meticulously formed the heavens and the earth and spun them into perfect order.
It was an extremely cool hands-on learning experience for them!
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WILD ABOUT OUR GRANDPARENTS!
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Grandparents' Day 2017 was a "grand" day, as always...Granny arrived on the scene swinging on a vine and things only got better from there.
Awards were given to the oldest grandparent, the grandparent with the most grandchildren, and the grandparents who were married the longest.
Oldest Grandparent:
Helen Chestnut, grandparent of Brandon Hood
Most Grandchildren:
Gloria Alexander, grandparent of Zoe and Zuriel Hill
Married the Longest:
Oliver and Violet Pitts Sr., grandparents of Victor Mobley
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A GLIMPSE OF "AFTER-SCHOOL"
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MONDAYS at 8:00AM in the Choral Suite
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World Impact
teams are already planning for their spring trips. If you are interested in participating in one, please contact
Holly Capp
. Trips with spots available are: NYC, Spain, New Orleans.
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DID YOU KNOW
OVER A DOZEN SALVATION ARMY FAMILIES
ARE PART OF THE ELCA FAMILY?
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For over
140 years, The Salvation Army has stretched across the globe and has a presence in more than 125 countries, with its international headquarters in London, England. The Salvation Army is dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ and ministering to human need wherever needed.
See below, a letter from Captain Andrea Hoover, ELCA parent and liaison for the Salvation Army families. Please join us in praying for these families and the mission they have embraced.
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Thank you for the email you sent out recently to the ELCA parents about Hurricane Harvey and ELCA's support of the victims through your Jeans for Mission project.
As brothers and sisters in Christ, we are working together with you to help others during this time of need.
You may already know of The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Response services where we provide Food, Water & Emotional/Spiritual Support in situations such as this.
Currently, The Salvation Army has deployed Officers (Ministers) and volunteers to hurricane victims from all over the country.
At the Evangeline Booth College, we are currently in Disaster preparation mode, as we are preparing to deploy our Cadets (Ministers in training) in two waves to assist with Emotional & Spiritual support to victims of
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Some of the Cadets being deployed to Hurricane Harvey, are parents of ELCA students, who will be serving in some of the hardest hit areas by Hurricane Harvey.
We would ask that you be in prayer for our Cadets, as they go to provide Emotional and Spiritual Support.
Blessings!
Serving Others Because of Jesus,
Captain Andrea Bledsoe Hoover, RN MSN
Family Life Center Director/Spiritual Health & Wellness Officer
The Salvation Army Evangeline Booth College
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You can find Box Tops on hundreds of products throughout the store! Each clip is worth 10¢ for schools, and all those Box Tops adds up fast. Since 1996, schools have earned more than $840 million dollars through the Box Tops program.
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ELEMENTARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
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1st Grade:
Samayiah Florence, Maddy Hurd and Germir Wiliams.
2nd Grade:
Zoe Hill, Jada Johnson and Ava McDowell.
3rd Grade:
Olivia Dotson, MaLeeya Jennings and Layla Lewis.
4th Grade:
Reagan Harris, Emily Moghadfam and Nicholas Montufar (not pictured).
5th Grade:
Kylee Essig, Dory Harrell, Chance Missouri (not pictured) and Courtney Ross.
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Congratulations to our Elementary
"Students of The Month"
for August!
Students of the month are chosen based on factors such as doing their best, being respectful, being responsible, having a good attitude and a sweet spirit. Students were rewarded with an ice cream party with Mrs. Hearn, Mrs. Etheridge and Mr. Tucker. They also received a special ELCA light-up writing pen.
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August Mental Math Winners
3rd Grade
Dominion Jones
4th Grade
Michelle Mills
5th Grade
Donovan Smalls
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OUTSTANDING CHARGER ATHLETES
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FAN'S CHOICE
ATHLETE of the WEEK
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Chargers softball player, Caris Wright recently won the Fan’s Choice Athlete of the week for the Henry Herald.
Wright has been ELCA’s top run producer this season. Last week, she went 3-for-3 and drove in a run against Wesleyan.
“Caris is a tremendous asset to our team,” ELCA head coach Doug Campbell said. 'She is our team captain and has led our team by example with her work ethic and performance on the field. She is also exemplary in the classroom.'"
Congratulations, Caris!
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HENRY COUNTY OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
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Chargers Varsity Quarterback, Brayden Rush was recently awarded the Henry County Offensive Player of the Week. Congratulations, Brayden!
Highlights:
Rush threw for 155 yards and three touchdowns and added 122 yards rushing and another touchdown in last week’s win over Holy Innocents’.
Coach Jonathan Gess’ Take:
“Brayden has been putting together great practices and working really hard at practice. He has been doing really well throwing for five touchdowns the past two games. His performance against Holy Innocents’ was a result of his hard work and great leadership the past couple of weeks. I am very proud of him.”
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Come out and support the Lady Chargers' Volleyball team as they celebrate their seniors on Thursday night at 6:00PM.
Congratulations!
Brittany Major
Aliyah Flagg
Dia-monae Barnett
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OH, FOOTBALL!
WE'VE MISSED YOU!
HOME AGAIN! Come out to the first home football game in SIX weeks to cheer on the Chargers vs Wesleyan. Friday at 7:30PM. This is a big region game! Check out this
Henry Herald article
about it.
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It's
not too late to join the
ELCA Booster Club!
This is a great way to support the student-athletes and teams that represent ELCA.
ELCA has a rich and proud tradition of excellence on and off the playing fields. The ELCA Booster Club financial contributions have made great impacts on all of ELCA sports teams and the many athletes that have participated in our programs through the years. By joining the ELCA Athletic Boosters you will be helping fund opportunities for our ever developing sports programs.
There are many different levels of sponsorships available that you can help support ELCA Athletics. Each one is designed to meet the needs you may have as either a Corporate Sponsorship or an Individual/Family Sponsorship. All include free entry into all of the sporting events held on the campus here at ELCA. The only exclusion would be any and all GHSA playoff games in the respective sports. You will also get a minimum of two meal tickets to the Homecoming Dinner.
Maybe you want to know where you will sit at the football games, we have a level for that. Maybe you would like to advertise your business, we have a few levels which can help you with that.
This year we have also included a new Grey Level that gives you membership not only into the Athletic Booster Club but also into the Touchdown Club or Tip-Off Club, you choose which one.
We would appreciate your support! Complete
this form
to join. Just send it in with your child and we can bill your account for your membership.
Sincerely,
Eddy Wright
President
ELCA Booster Club
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Change, change, change, is happening in the ELCA Fine Arts department,
and it is all good!
The improvements range from relocation and revamped rooms to an exciting curriculum that pushes students and the boundaries of creativity within our community at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy.
The changes are not only evident up and down the hallways, but in the students perception as well. "This is the most inviting and creative space in the school", says seventh grade student Justice Ray of the renovated art studio. It's a place where everything has been thought out and is easily accessible."
ELCA students are eager to utilize new equipment in the art suite and optimize their creativity. The new suite has more than doubled in size and includes a 6 unit commercial sink, high-top butcher block worktables, adjustable glass top tables for AP art students, standup easels, and new digital art tools. Each of these additions enhance ELCA’s art education and increase student opportunities for success.
If you are curious about what goes on in the art suite, the ELCA Art Gallery hosts work throughout the year providing you with the opportunity to view the high level of creativity of our student artists. The first art gallery show of the school year was a huge success. The exhibit featured student art work following the theme “We are Wild about our Grandparents!” If you missed the show, drop by and view the art work featured on the balcony. We will also host art shows throughout the school year, so keep an eye out for announcements. ELCA Visual Arts is looking forward to a great year full of innovation!
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Middle School Drama presents
"The Trial of Goldilocks"
Wednesday, October 4
during chapel
10:10AM & 2:00PM
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RELAY FOR LIFE COOKIE SALES ARE HERE AGAIN!
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The Henry County Relay for Life event is scheduled for
Friday, May 4, 2018
at Salem Baptist Church.
Come prepared to support the ELCA Relay Team every Tuesday in October. We will be selling cookies in the Eagle Cafe on October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st.
Thanks for your support of this cause and for helping cancer survivors celebrate more birthdays!!
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Moye's Pharmacy will be at ELCA on Wednesday, October 4, between 12:30PM and 2:30PM to administer flu vaccines for students, faculty and parents.
Email a photocopy of the
front & back of your insurance card along with your date of birth
to
Leslie Hudgins
and she will take care of billing insurance so you don’t have to pay anything out of pocket. (
The cost to pay out-of-pocket is $30.)
The
consent form
must be handed in when the shot is given.
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STUDENT INFO:
• Students under 13 must obtain the flu shot from their pediatrician.
• Students between 13 - 17 years old must have the signature of a parent or
legal guardian on the vaccine consent form.
• Students 18 and older can sign for themselves.
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NACCAP
Christian College Fair
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On
Tuesday,
October 24
ELCA will be hosting the
National Christian College Fair
from 10 am to 12 pm in the school gymnasium. All of our students in grades 9-12 will have the opportunity to attend
if they pre-register
. Students may pre-register at
www.myblueprintstory.com
in the top right corner where you see “Get Your Barcode.” Students will present their ticket to their 3
rd
or 4
th
period teacher to be released from class.
The fair will include two financial aid workshops to help families understand why they should not rule out an education at a Christian college and what resources are available to them. For that reason, we invite parents to participate as well. Parents do not need to pre-register.
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SEPTEMBER
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•Varsity Volleyball - Senior Night - 6:00PM
OCTOBER
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Praying Parents - Every Monday at 8AM in the Music Suite
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Scholastic Book Fair
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Relay for Life Cookie Sale (Every Tuesday in October)
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Fall Chorus Concert - 7:00PM
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Middle School Drama presents "The Trial of Goldilocks" -10:10AM & 2:00PM
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•ACT Aspire Testing - 5th Grade
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Chick-fil-A Friday - Sandwiches $4
9-10
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ACT Aspire Testing for 7th Grade
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•Relay for Life Cookie Sale (Every Tuesday in October)
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PSAT Testing 8th and 9th Grade
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•ACT Aspire Testing - 5th Grade
12
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ACT Aspire Testing - 8th Grade
16-20
•Homecoming Week - Details TBA
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•Relay for Life Cookie Sale (Every Tuesday in October)
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•Fall Portrait Retakes (Elementary)
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ACT Aspire Testing - 8th Grade
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Report Cards (Elementary)
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•ACT Aspire Testing - 4th Grade
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NACCAP Christian College Fair
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Fall Portrait Retakes (Middle and High School)
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•Relay for Life Cookie Sale (Every Tuesday in October)
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•ACT Aspire Testing - 4th Grade
26-27
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ELCA hosts ACSI Conference--NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
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•Parade of Nations
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•Relay for Life Cookie Sale (Every Tuesday in October)
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Eagle's Landing Christian Academy
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Don't forget to follow us on social media...
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ELCA hosted a Summer to Review contest on social media and held a drawing for a $100 Amazon gift card. Kristen Harris was the lucky winner and she was presented with her gift card at the Back to School Day picnic! THANKS, KRISTEN!
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