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School, Day Care and CCC will be closed Mon., Feb. 20 in observance of Presidents' Day.
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Notes from Ms. Dahnke
New Life in Seasons
It seems like spring is coming early this year. In fact, it seems like we went from fall to spring without taking a second look at winter. Coming from the great white north, that does not bother me too much except I know we need the cold air to kill bugs, viruses, and other warm- weather friends. However, I am always in awe when spring comes and I see the colors of the spring flowers, buds on the trees, and hear the sweet song of the birds. God sure does know how to bring beauty out of a seemingly dead world.
Spring always is a great reminder of the new life we have in Christ. All one has to do is look at the newspaper, watch TV, or listen to the talk around town to be reminded how "dead" the world is to all that is good and all that is God. I can only imagine how God grieves for His creation and how we have all but destroyed it. Yet, He continues to bless us with the vibrance of a colorful sunrise or a gorgeous sunset. He paints the horizon with flowering trees and people of all colors, shapes, and sizes. He constantly finds ways to let us know that He is a part of even the smallest areas of our lives.
I used to get really sad when fall came and the leaves fell off the trees. To me, the trees just looked dark and dreary with no life. Then, I was reminded that the leaves have to fall off the trees so that new buds and leaves can form after a period of rest. Seems to me that these trees are very similar to our lives. We can go through things in our lives and all seems well. We might even find ourselves wandering away from God. Suddenly, it seems like our lives are falling apart. The days become dark and it seems like things will never get better. God has a way of getting our attention, though, and will allow springtime to come and He will grow new life in our hearts.
When you see the spring daffodils, (dreaded) pear blossoms, spring leaves, and so
many other signs of new life in nature, remember that God cares for you even more than those things. You are His child, His prince or princess, and He wants to see you through those dark and dreary days as well as those bright, shining moments. He has promised new life through Him, which means that even during those darkest moments, He is holding you in the palm of His hand and will never let you go. This is so reassuring given the state that the world is in these days. No matter how dark our world becomes, God will always be that shining light and He will always send new life to show us that He loves us and will be there for us.
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Thankfully, it seems we have been spared the worst of the germs that are flying around Chattanooga. However, we monitor absences daily. It is crucial that you let us know if your student is out sick or for some other reason so we are able to monitor that closely. If your student is sick, please keep him/her home. If he/she has a fever, please do not send him/her back until the fever has been gone for a minimum of twenty-four hours without medication. I know that a sick student can be an inconvenience but the only way to keep the germs from spreading is to contain those who are sick. Also encourage your student to wash hands often with soap and water.
Gotta' love this time of the year!
Volunteer Hours
The deadline to complete volunteer hours (6 hours for each family) is March 31. Keep reading the newsletters or call the school office to find ways that you can serve and take care of that. We need help in areas from painting to yard work to setting up for events, etc. There is something for everyone to do and many hands make light work. Thank you in advance for helping out.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers to help sell books and materials during the week of the Book Fair (March 13 - 17) Volunteers to help in Book Fair on Grandparent's Day (Mar. 17) Gardening (especially when it warms up for good) Piano player for Wednesday morning chapels A chairperson to manage the all-school dance that is rescheduled for Mar. 10. Volunteers to help chaperone at the all-school dance (Mar. 10)
Middle School Notice
Parents, please be on the lookout for a letter in the mail. As the weather gets warmer, our students tend to get a little restless and start to test the boundaries. We have recently noticed an increase in cell phone usage, dress code violations, tardies (before and during school), and students who are slow to listen. In the packet, you will notice a new write-up that will be required for you to sign. These are not sent home for every violation but more for those who are "frequent fliers." We have also re-instated detentions. These will be held on Tuesday afternoons until 4:00 and Thursday mornings at 7:15. We love these young people so much and want to work to continue to help them be successful so we just want to reign them in a bit. Thank you for your help with this!
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Chapel
Everyone is welcome to join us for our Chapel Service on Wed., Feb. 22 at 8:30 a.m.
Mrs. Streufert's 4th/5th grade class will be leading this chapel service. This service will be held in the BCA gym.
Our third quarter Chapel Offerings will go to Heifer International.
Heifer International
is a charity organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world by providing livestock and training to struggling communities.
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Birthdays
We would like to wish a very Happy Birthday to the following:
02/18 - Liam Cleghorn (PK4)
02/19 - Izzy Kirkland (PK3)
02/20 - Emma Grider (PK2)
02/23 - Calen Willis (PK3)
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Basketball News
02/20 - Tournament Week for Basketball Teams
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Blue Jean $$ Day
Fri., Feb. 24 will be our next Blue Jean $$ Day! Please bring in at least $1 to wear blue jeans with a dress code top or BCA t-shirt. Proceeds will go to Heifer International.
School-Wide Dance - Postponed until
Fri., Mar. 10 (7 - 9 p.m.)
The school-wide dance that was scheduled for Friday, February 17 has been reschedule for Friday, March 10. Please be sure to put the new date on your calendars.
The theme for the dance will be "Dancing Through the Decades".
We are asking for volunteers to chair as well as help with this event. If you can help in any way, please call the school office.
If you are planning on driving on any upcoming field trips, you must have your current insurance coverage and dates on file in the office as well as the signed valid driver's form. Please be sure to submit the appropriate paperwork and check your coverage. If you don't have these on file in the office, you will only be able to transport your child. We appreciate your cooperation!
Next Field Trip - 2nd - 8th graders will go to the Rave Theater to see Hidden Figures on Tues., Feb. 21, 10 a.m.
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News from BCA Business Office - 2017-2018 Enrollment -
Kindergarten - 8th grade
Re-enrollment for the 2017-2018 School Year is now open for our current student families. The priority window for 2017-2018 begins now and continues through March 1, 2017. Please return the completed re-enrollment application and Joyful Response forms with a $300 per student ($200 second student and a $500 family maximum) re-enrollment deposit no later than Wednesday, March 1. (Forms have been sent home, but additional copies are available in the front lobby.) After March 1, we will begin admitting new students from the admissions list to classes for 2017-2018. If you have not re-enrolled your child by March 1, we cannot guarantee there will be space later. In addition, tuition increases $200 per student after March 1, 2017.
If you have a child who attends the PK3 program for the current academic year and are not planning to continue through the summer, you will also need to re-enroll your child for the PK4 class for the fall. Please return the completed CCC re-enrollment application and Joyful Response form with a $50 per student re-enrollment deposit no later than Wednesday, March 1.
If you have a child who attends the PK4 program for the current academic year OR year round, you will need to re-enroll your child for kindergarten for the fall. Please return the completed re-enrollment application and Joyful Response form with a $300 per student re-enrollment deposit no later than Wednesday, March 1.
SPECIAL OPEN HOUSE FOR PARENTS OF CURRENTLY ENROLLED PRE-K3 and PRE-K4 STUDENTS
On Thurs., Feb. 23, we will be having an open house, not only for prospective families, but also for our currently enrolled families who have a rising pre-K4 or Kindergarten student. Mrs. Ann Bolden will be in her classroom from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. to answer any questions parents may have about what their child may expect as they transition from Pre-K4 to Kindergarten.
Additionally, Mrs. Sara McIntyre and Mrs. Jenni Woodrow will be in their classrooms to talk to families about Pre-K4.
Mrs. Jane Mullinax, our business office mgr., will also be in Mrs. Bolden's classroom to answer questions about tuition payments and other business-related items.
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REFERRAL INCENTIVE
A financial incentive of $100 will be given to current or new families for each family that refers a pre-school student (age 6 weeks - 4 years), $500 for an elementary aged student (K-5) and $1,000 for a middle school student (6-8) who enrolls in Belvoir Christian Academy. The referral credit will be applied to your tuition account in January for referred K-8 grade students.
The referral credit will be applied to your tuition after three months for referred children age 6 weeks to 4 years. The referral incentive may be split among the families listed on the new student's application. This incentive does not apply to families who already have their child (ren) enrolled in our school. In other words, a younger sibling does not qualify as a new student. In order to qualify for the incentive, the school family must be listed on the original enrollment form as having made the referral, the student must be accepted into Belvoir Christian Academy, and the new family's account must be current. |
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Summer Camp News from Angela Meyer
The discounted SUMMER CAMP deadline for rising kindergarteners through rising 8th graders is quickly approaching! To receive the special discount, your enrollment fee must be turned in/postmarked by March 1.
You may choose one to 11 weeks of camp. Part-time camp is also available. Please feel free to share this information with others you know who might need summer camp for their children!
BCA students and Angela's Angels and Athletes' current students are given top priority for enrollment! First-come, first-served. We are over half-full!
For additional information you may contact Angela Meyer at 423.619.5181 or Coach Tyler Meyer at 423.280.5589.
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Menu
Mon., Feb. 20
- No School/Presidents' Day
Tues., Feb. 21
- Tacos, Pinto Beans, Spanish Rice, Mandarin Oranges
Wed., Feb. 22
- Waffles, Sausage, Yogurt, Warm Apples
Thurs., Feb. 23
- Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Peaches
Fri., Feb. 24
- Pizza, Salad, Fruit
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Feb. 20
- Presidents' Day - BCA and CCC will be closed
Feb. 21 - 2nd - 8th graders field trip to movie theater - 10 a.m.
Feb. 23 - Open House for Prospective Families and Current Families with Rising PK4 and rising Kindergarten Students - 4 - 7 p.m.
Feb. 24 - Blue Jean Dollar Day
March 6 - 10 - Reading is Fun Week
March 10 - End of 3rd Quarter
March 10 - All School Dance - 7 - 9 p.m.
March 15 - Report Cards distributed via InfoDirect
March 16 - BCA Arts Night and Middle School Play
March 17 - Grandparents ' Day/11 a.m. Dismissal
March 20 - 24 - Spring Break - Child care open
April 8 - Father-Daughter Dance for BCA enrolled girls of all ages - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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