Eagle Eye 2-19-2017

February 19, 2017

128,579

That’s a big number. I’ll explain what it is in a moment. It is late Friday afternoon as I write this week’s message and I must say, I am POOPED! I have been on my feet since 5:30AM and now that I have finally found a chair, I’m not sure I’ll be able to get out of it. What have I been up to? I’m glad you asked.

In the spring of 2012, we created a service opportunity unlike any of the others we engage in throughout the year. That event, which became known as “You Fed Me”, was a school-wide effort involving every student, every teacher, and many parent volunteers. Our first year goal was to pack 50,000 nutritious, life-saving meals for impoverished children around the world and, as is often the case with grand ideas, there were plenty of skeptics who thought the idea was laudable, but improbable. But by the grace of God, we met that lofty goal and the following year, we doubled it. Each year since, we have attempted and succeeded in packing 100,000 meals.

Many people tell me that “You Fed Me” is their favorite school activity and I can easily see why. Serving others pleases the heart of God and because of this, we experience a joy that is hard to replicate in other activities. And performing that service alongside our brothers and sisters...well, that just doubles the joy.

This year, I am pleased to announce that our students, at events held on both campuses, collectively packed more meals for hungry children than ever before - 128,579. If you prayed, served, or gave to this effort - thank you. If you didn’t, mark your calendar now for next year’s event. I promise, you won’t regret it. May God bless each meal our children prepared and bless, also, each young recipient.

Blessings,

Jim R. Callis

Head of School

Dates to Remember

Monday, February 20 - Friday, February 24: Winter Break

Wednesday, March 1: Ash Wednesday Chapel

Friday, March 10: Early Release Main Campus; LS at 11:45 & MS at 11:55

Friday, March 10: MS Fine Arts Day

Admission

Financial Aid Deadline This Week
For families anticipating a need for financial aid next year, the deadline to apply is Friday, February 24. Plan accordingly, as your completed 2016 Federal Tax Return must be submitted before a request for aid can be considered. If you have extenuating circumstances that delay your ability to apply by this deadline, please contact Jackie Grasty, Director of Admission.

If you received financial aid this school year and will need assistance again next year, please note that you must reapply and submit your 2016 Federal Tax Return. The Parent Statement of Need will also need to be submitted.

Link here to begin the application for financial aid. For more information, contact Jackie Grasty , Director of Admission.

Save the Date

Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday, March 1
8:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary
MBCA students will attend an Ash Wednesday Service in the Sanctuary on March 1 at 8:30 a.m.** This service is for students in first through eighth grades*. We invite parents to attend this very special service with their MBCA student. At the end of the service, ashes will be put on the forehead and anyone who is a baptized believer will be invited to participate in communion served by the Mt. Bethel ministers. Ashes may be administered without receiving communion. If you do not wish your student to participate in communion, or he/she is not baptized, please instruct him/her to cross his/her arms over their chest. If you do not wish for them to receive ashes or communion, please instruct them to remain in their seat when others go forward. We hope that you will all join us in worship as we begin the Lenten Season.

* Middle School students should wear their Chapel uniforms March 1.
**JK and Kindergarten students will have devotion time in their classrooms on March 1.

Spring Musical
Friday, March 10 @ 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 11 @ 2:00 p.m.
Mt. Bethel Fellowship Hall

MBCA Middle School presents James and the Giant Peach Jr. on Friday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 11 at 2:00 p.m. in the MBUMC Fellowship Hall.

Join us for a delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that results in a tremendous peach...and launches a journey of enormous proportions. You don’t want to miss this one!

Adult tickets are $7 and Student/Faculty tickets are $5. Ticket order forms will go home in backpacks after Winter Break and tickets will be sold in the lobby beginning February 27.

Amazing Grace Race

March 11, 2017
On Saturday March 11, the Amazing Grace Race (5K Run/Walk and qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race) will take place to support MBCA's own Grace Detling.

Please click the link to register to participate. The race is open to all ages and to anyone across the community. Sponsorship opportunities are available to individuals and corporations. Please contact Charlotte Springthorpe for more information on sponsoring. Please contact Kelye Avitabile to volunteer. Volunteer opportunities are available before, during and after the race. Middle School students can earn service hours for volunteering.

FORE!

Attention All Golfers

The 4th Annual MBCA 8th Grade Fundraiser Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, April 17 at Indian Hills Country Club. The format will be a Modified Scramble. There will be contests and prizes throughout the course, including the chance to win a car and cash with a hole-in-one. Deadline to sign up is April 7. Deadline for sponsorships is March 24. For additional details and information on sponsorships, please link here.

Spring Fling

Coming Soon

Spring Fling Lego Building Contest for all students!!!

Be on the lookout for more information.

Announcements

After School Walk-Up
When students are picked up from Walk-Up in the afternoon, many students like to play with their friends on the Academy playground or front lawn while under their parent’s supervision. If your child/ren play after school in front of the Academy building, please remind them to not go on the Preschool playgrounds. These playgrounds are equipped for children 18 months through 4 years of age and are not suitable for Academy students.

Also, help us preserve the beauty of the trees on the front lawn by not allowing children to climb the trees or swing from lower limbs.

Thank you for helping us keep the playgrounds and areas in front of the building looking well maintained.

Friday Morning Breakfast

At the Main Campus
Come early and join your classmates for breakfast. All profits go toward the 8th grade mission trip. Sales start no later than 7:30 a.m.

$3 - Chick-fil-A Biscuits
$3 - Chick-fil-A Minis box
$1 - Donuts (glazed and chocolate glazed)
$3 - Gluten Free Option

Chick-fil-A Breakfast

At the North Campus

The Upper School will be selling Chick-fil-A biscuits and calendars at the North Campus on Friday mornings from 7:30 – 8:10 a.m . All profits go toward the Upper School Mission Trips.

$3 - Chick-fil-A Biscuits

$3.50 - Chick-fil-A 2017 Cow Calendar - 11 months of FREE food available on the coupon card. Pick yours up at the reception desk at the Upper School.

Volunteer Opportunities

Middle School Fine Arts Day

A Message from Mrs. Hattingh

Middle School Fine Arts Day is rapidly approaching and we are in need of volunteers to help the day run smoothly. I am so excited to carry on this MBCA tradition, and can’t wait to experience a day of creativity and fun, but I need your help! Please use this Google Form to sign-up for a volunteer slot.

When you sign-up, please be sure to include your email as I will provide more detailed plans for the day via email once I have volunteers. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any additional questions or concerns.

Thank you so much in advance for helping to make this day a success for our students! I look forward to working with all of you!

Mrs. Hattingh

Class News

Second Grade
Thankful for Our Staff
Second grade is so thankful for the wonderful men and women that provide their delicious lunches every day! They are also thankful for their wonderful principal who loves them all so much and works hard for them every day! They wrote letters, gave them some goodies and brought balloons to them on Valentine's Day to let them know how much they appreciate them!

Third Grade
Valentine’s Candy Grams
Mrs. Davenport’s class sold Valentine Candy Grams again this year! The students made over 700 bags of candy and delivered them to the homeroom teachers. They made over $3,300 on this project! Thank you so much for your orders. What an amazing lesson to teach our children about service to others. The students are thrilled to be able to give to You Fed Me in such a monumental way.

Spreading the Love
This week, Mrs. Kramer's class "spread the love" to others using Car Window Poetry! The students wrote encouraging notes, bible verses, and drew pictures to help make people smile. They took their cards and went through the parking lot placing them on staff windshields so they would have something to brighten their day. We love how our kids have such sweet spirits and a heart for others!

Fifth Grade
A Visit from Dr. Patel
A big thank you to Dr. Patel and her hygienist, Ms. Kelly! They visited Mrs. Dickerson's and Mr. Meyerowitz’ classes to discuss Dental Health Month. They learned about the benefits of fluoride and how plaque forms on our teeth. It was perfect timing for a visit - all the Valentine’s Day candy went home along with a new toothbrush and toothpaste from Dr. Patel!

House Points
Fortes - 7,504

Veritas - 7,456

Servimus - 6,706

Integritas - 6,579
Humilitas - 6,304

Fidelitas - 6,165

Sports

Upper School

Varsity Girls' Basketball
On February 10, the Lady Eagles took on Cumberland Christian in the Quarterfinals of the State Playoffs. The ladies came out strong on both sides. At the half, the score was 27-27. Over the next two quarters, the Lady Eagles kept fighting, but fell just short. This was the first year of girls’ basketball at the varsity level. They played for the Region Championship and made it to the Elite 8.

Congratulations to the Lady Eagles on an unbelievable first season! We are very proud of them!

Varsity Boys' Basketball
On February 10, our boys were also in action, playing for the Region Championship. We are proud to announce that our boys are the Region Champs! With the score 38 – 28 at halftime against a very solid opponent, our boys responded very well in the 3rd quarter going on a 17 – 2 run. After 3 quarters the score was 55 – 30. With Jordan Meka getting so much attention, our guards took advantage of some good looks and made 14 threes by 6 different players. We were led by Jaquez Gilbert with 17 points and 5 assists, JaVontae Kruger hit 3 threes and finished with 13 points. Matt Gilliland got in on the action hitting 3 threes as well. Coleman Boyd and Jordan Meka chipped in 8 each, but had 7 assists and 10 rebounds respectively. Luke Kirk was a big lift off the bench grabbing several rebounds and hitting some tough shots. Will Ross kept it going knocking down 2 threes himself. It was also nice having Stanley Eze back playing for us. Our second unit consisting of Perry Schilling, William Kolker, David Deaderick, Michael Fuller and DJ Radtke did a great job of finishing out the game. A great team win!

Archery
Our Varsity Archery team was in action February 11 at the Cornerstone Invitational. This was their second event of the season and they had a great showing. The team finished 2nd overall with individual 3rd place finishes from Katlyn Bond and Devan Sonderman. Please congratulate them when you get a chance!

Middle School

Basketball

The A team ladies are the GICAA State Champions! The girls travelled to Central Fellowship in Macon for the GICAA Final Four. The first opponent was East Sectional Winner, Westminster Christian Academy. After a slow first quarter the ladies jumped out on a 10 - 0 run to close the half. They never looked back, fighting through foul trouble to finish with a 36 - 14 victory. The finals pitted our ladies against Greenforest Christian Academy, champions of the southern region. This was all a championship game could be. It was locked up at 9 after one quarter. The halftime score was a one point 19-18 edge. It was back and forth throughout the third. The beginning of the fourth found the ladies down by two. They fought back hard to finish up two points ahead to end the game, 34 - 32. Congrats to our A team players and coaches on a championship season. GICAA State Champions!

Land's End

Friends & Family

30% off your order plus free shipping on orders over $50 at Land's End now through February 21, online and in stores. At checkout, manually enter the promotion code FRIEND and PIN 6587 to take advantage of this promotion!

Summer Camps

American Girl Camp

June 12 - 16, 2017

Don't miss out on the 6th Annual AG Camp! Join Mrs. Black and Mrs. Sheffield for 5 days of fashion shows, tea parties, crafts, pitball, and more. Click here for details and to register.

MBUMC News

TAKEOFF

Speed, Agility & Strength Class for ages 7 - 18
offered by TAKEOFF Performance Systems.
Sundays, 1-2 p.m. from February 19 – May 14,
Mt. Bethel Main Campus fields, $10 per class

Come get in shape while having a blast! For more information, click here.