Eagle Eye 4-23-2017

April 23, 2017

Seeing Clearly
At a recent conference of educational leaders, the attendees were divided into smaller groups and each was assigned a particular scenario to discuss. As a means of building rapport within my group, the facilitator asked each of us to give our name, the name of our school, and our superpower. I replied, “Excuse me, our superpower?” The facilitator, a friendly fellow twenty years my junior, gave me a puzzled look and said, “You know…if you were a superhero, what super power would you want to have?” His tone implied this was a common question I should have a ready answer to. Common or not, I was at a loss. Thankfully, the answers started on the other side of the table so I had a few minutes to think. I quickly considered the obvious choices - super strength, invisibility, telepathic powers, etc. But when my turn came, I went with something else…clairvoyance.

The word clairvoyance is derived from two French words - one meaning “clear” and the other meaning “to see.” Whether looking into the future or simply assessing our current situation, the ability to see clearly is vital. Driving in bad weather requires immediate and clear vision. Planning for retirement requires a clear view of future goals and the plans to help us reach them. When I think about how many mistakes I could have avoided in my life if I knew in advance what would happen, it is staggering. Clairvoyance seems like the perfect superpower to simplify my own life and help the lives of those around me. But of course, clairvoyance doesn’t exist and even if it did, our fallen nature would likely corrupt our good intentions.

There is a natural uneasiness in not knowing the future but, if we are in Christ, we actually do know how our story ends. It’s not clairvoyance - it’s much better. It’s a solemn promise from the only One who never breaks His word. Author and clergyman, Eugene Peterson, captures it well in his translation of Paul’s words to the Philippians:

“But there’s far more to life for us. We’re citizens of high heaven! We’re waiting the arrival of the Savior, the Master, Jesus Christ, who will transform our earthy bodies into glorious bodies like his own. He’ll make us beautiful and whole with the same powerful skill by which he is putting everything as it should be, under and around him.”

May we rest this week in the presence of our Savior, comforted that we indeed do know the future. And it is glorious.

Blessings,

Jim R. Callis

Head of School

Dates to Remember

Monday, April 24 - Friday, April 28: Spring Pictures

Tuesday, April 25 - Thursday, April 27: 7th Grade Trip to SIFAT

Monday, April 24: LS & MS New Parent Orientation; 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Friday, April 28: Middle School Dance; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 4: MS Awards Chapel; 8:15 - 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, May 4: Night of Worship; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 9: MS/US Night of the Arts; 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 11: LS Night of the Arts; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Friday, May 12: Athletic Banquet; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Admission

Rolling Admission is Underway
The admission deadline for 1st round consideration has passed, but never fear, we will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis. Space is still available at some grade levels, some more limited than others. This means that it's not too late to apply for admission for next year. Link here to apply for admission.

New Parent Orientation
Monday, April 24
Main Campus at 6:30 p.m.
Whether you're new to MBCA or have a sibling starting school at MBCA for the first time, you won't want to miss this informative meeting for Lower and Middle School parents. A packet of important information will be distributed for each new student. Some of these forms are time sensitive and will need to be completed and returned before summer break. You will receive information on uniforms, carpool, supply lists, medical forms, sports and more. You will also hear from our Head of School, Jim Callis, and meet other families new to MBCA. We look forward to seeing you there.

Save the Date

Spring Pictures

April 24 - 28
Students are to wear nice, casual clothes on the day they are to be photographed. MBCA appropriate dress code must be followed according to the guidelines in the Parent/Student Handbook. Tops must have sleeves and cover the midriff. Skirts and dresses must be MBCA uniform length. Pants should be capri length or longer and shoes must be closed toe.

Monday, April 24: Middle School
Tuesday, April 25: 4th and 5th
Wednesday, April 26: Upper School
Thursday, April 27: JK, K and 1st
Friday, April 28: 2nd and 3rd

Starry Nights

Middle School Dance

Friday, April 28 | 7 - 9 p.m.

MBCA's Parent Council presents Starry Nights as the theme for the 2017 Middle School dance! Be sure to save the date for this fun-filled night! The dance will be held in the Fellowship Hall on Friday, April 28 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Please adhere to the MBCA dress code for appropriate attire and dress length. Sleeveless dresses are okay; no spaghetti straps unless shoulders are covered.

Night of Worship

Thursday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m.

Invite a friend and join us for MBCA's Night of Worship on Thursday, May 4, in the MBUMC Fellowship Hall. The Night of Worship was specifically planned on the National Day of Prayer and will be focused on students in 5th grade and above. Our prayer for the night is that our students will invest and invite friends to join them.

Casey Darnell and Chinua Hawk will be back leading our worship. Thank you, Mr. Barber, for bringing us together for a Night of Worship.

Retirement Reception for Gail Cohen
Sunday, May 7, 2017
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
MBCA Library

Attention students, parents, teachers, alumni:
Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate with third grade teacher Gail Cohen who will be retiring at the end of this school year. After 42 years of teaching – 12 of these at MBCA - Mrs. Cohen is retiring to travel the country in her RV with her husband, Ivor. Mrs. Cohen, we will miss you and your loving spirit!

Please help us spread the word by telling friends and neighbors who know and love Mrs. Cohen, to join us for this celebration. Click here to RSVP (optional).

Night of the Arts and Spring Music Program

Thursday, May 11

Be sure to save the date for the Lower School Art Show from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on May 11. Also, don't miss the LS Music Program (JK-2nd grades), which starts at 6:30 p.m. It will be a day full of art and music!

Used Uniform Sale
Tuesday, May 23
7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Room F-015
Plan now for next year and shop the 2017 MBCA Used Uniform Sale! You can drop-off clothes on Monday, May 22. Gently used uniforms for Lower, Middle and Upper School students may be purchased at the Used Uniform Sale. We will also be including a section for Greek Day, Colonial Day, History Day, Wax Museum, Performance Reader, etc.! We’ll have a list by grade level to help you plan.

Sellers are paid individually, so please bring plenty of $1’s and $5’s to speed-up the checkout process. Checks are to be made out to individual sellers. If you miss the sale, there is a closed Facebook group where MBCA parents can share uniform pieces throughout the year.

Link here to sign up to volunteer. If you plan to be a seller, please view the used uniform seller detail form.

Announcements

4th Annual Eagle Classic

Thank You

The Golf Committee would like to thank our Sponsors of the 4th Annual Eagle Classic in support of the 8th Grade Navajo Mission Trip. Your sponsorship helped us raise over $18,600 (gross dollars). We are so grateful for your support!

Gold Sponsor Silver Sponsor Hole in One Sponsor
GenSpring New American Funding Nalley Infiniti Marietta

Bronze Sponsors:
The Mill Kitchen & Bar
McCray's Tavern
Benich Dental
State Farm, Matt Mehan,
Carolyn's Gourmet Cafe
GEICO
The Color Spot
Jan-Pro
Van Michael Salon
Renasant Bank
White Horse Advisors
M&M Event Rentals, Sandy Henson
Letter Perfect Engraving
Anderson Appraisal Associates, Inc.

In Kind Donation
Goldbergs Bagel Company & Deli, East Cobb
Egg Harbor, East Cobb

Hole Sponsors:
The Mill Kitchen & Bar
Marlow’s Tavern
James Beach House
Structure Group
Todd Bechtel, Crim & Bassler, LLP
Hummel Landscaping
Domino’s Pizza
Vann Whipple Milligan, P.C.
Dr. Daniels
Frontdoor Communities
Judson Hill
Kurt for Congress
Slope’s BBQ
Haven the Dog Spot
Kay for Senate
Llop for Congress
Bob Ott
Jim Brand
BB&T Bank
Johnston Orthodontics
Chick-fil-A, Woodlawn Square
Karen Sharpless
Lexi’s Game

Bus Registration

We know it seems early to start thinking about next year, but the MBCA Bus Service is already getting ready for a new school year. Here are the dates that all families that currently ride the bus or plan to ride the bus next year need to know:

Registration for Current Bus Riders: April 30 – May 14
Open Registration Begins: May 15

Watch for the April 30 Eagle Eye for links to register. Have a bus question: Email Denise Azar.

MBCA Bus Service

Looking for Drivers

The MBCA bus program is seeking drivers for the 2017-2018 school year. Candidates would need to take and pass a CDL license examination which will be paid for by MBCA. The position is mornings and afternoons everyday that school is in session.

If you would, or know of someone who would, like to work a few hours a day, please contact Denise Azar, Bus Program Coordinator. This is is great position for a retired person or anyone who would like to work a few hours a day. No summers or school holidays!

Middle School Locker Shelves!
Locker shelves are the best way to help your middle schooler get organized. This is a fundraiser that benefits the 8th Grade Middle School Class of 2018 for their Mission Trip. For all new MBCA middle school students and for anyone that wants a locker makeover for next year, take advantage of this offer! The shelves are only $45 per set.

Order deadline is June 9, 2017

Please place your order for wooden locker shelves for the 2017-2018 school year today!

To order, follow these 2 steps
Step 1:
Send Erica Kirk an email at Erica.Kirk@icloud.com or text/call (404) 918-6644 ) the following information:
~Parents Name
~Child's Name(s)
~Your mobile #
~Sets you need (1 set fits a full locker)
Step 2:
~Please make check payable to "MBCA" and note in the memo line “Locker Shelves - 8th Grade Mission"
~Take checks to the front desk of Academy (they will have an envelope for checks)

Creative Magazine

Reflections
If you missed out on getting your copy of the student creative writing magazine, Reflections, there are a few copies for sale on a first-come, first-serve basis. Copies are $7 and can be purchased at the front desk on the Main Campus. Please either bring exact change or a check for the amount made out to Mt. Bethel Christian Academy.

Studio 7 Photography

Spring Action Shots

If you missed ordering your child's sport photos from the 2016-2017 school year, don't worry, you can visit Studio 7 Photography's Spring action shots on their website. Link here to go view your child's photos!

Library News

Main Campus

The library will be closing for the school year on Wednesday, May 10 in order to conduct the end of the school year inventory.

Students will need to return all library books by Tuesday, May 9, 2017 . The last day of classes in the library is Tuesday, May 9 .

Friday Morning Breakfast

At the Main Campus
Come early and join your classmates for breakfast. Sales start no later than 7:30 a.m.

$3 - Chick-fil-A Biscuits
$3 - Chick-fil-A Minis box
$1 - Donuts
$3 - Gluten Free Option

Chick-fil-A Breakfast

At the North Campus

The Upper School will be selling Chick-fil-A biscuits 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

Class News

Second Grade

Teacher for the Day

The Reiboldt family bought Mrs. Welch a well deserved day off at the Spring Fling, which she enjoyed Wednesday. While she was out, Mrs. Lovett came to help teach her class! They also had pizza and treats in the classroom. Looks like they had a lot of fun!

Third Grade

Easter Acrostic Poems

Mrs. Kramer's class has been working on creating Easter Acrostic poems to talk about Easter and Jesus's resurrection. They also found Bible verses to go along with their phrases. We are so proud of their hard work! Here are some examples.

Fourth Grade

God's World

Fourth graders are studying God’s world. They are learning about ecosystems and biomes. This week the classes enjoyed learning more about the ecosystem at Lake Bethel. They were looking for producers, consumers, and decomposers. We’re excited about discovering more ecosystems on our trip to Wahsega next week!

Sixth Grade

Cold War Breakout

Sixth Grade History classes completed a Cold War Breakout EDU game this week. Students worked collaboratively to solve a series of puzzles in order to open a locked box.

House Points

Fortes - 9,481

Veritas - 9,403

Servimus - 8,599

Fidelitas - 8,187

Integritas - 8,078

Humilitas - 7,958

Sports

Upper School

Baseball

The Varsity baseball team was in action on Monday, April 17 against Young American Christian School. The guys played as well as they have all season and won 12-1. D.J. Radtke pitched a complete game and hit a homerun! With the win, the guys won the Region Championship and secured home field advantage in the first round of the state playoffs.

The JV baseball team was in action against Johnson Ferry. The guys jumped on the Saints early, scoring 7 in the first and never looked back. The final score was 23-8. Hits and RBI’s were had by all!

The Varsity baseball team was in action yesterday against The King's Academy. The King's Academy is ranked #1 in Division II-AA with the GICAA. The Eagles jumped out to an early 1-0 lead, but fell behind 3-1. The Eagles added another run in the 3rd to make it 3-2. The King's Academy added a run in the bottom of the 3rd to make the score 4-2. We tied it up in the top of the 4th inning and took the lead in the top of the 5th for good. The final was 7-4. They will be back in action on Tuesday, April 25 at 5:00 p.m . They will be playing Johnson Ferry at Mt. Paran North off of Allgood Road. Please come out and support the Eagles in their last regular season game. The first round of the State Playoffs will be Friday and Saturday, April 28 and 29 at East Cobb Baseball Complex.

Soccer
On Monday, April 17, our JV boys’ soccer team traveled to Lake Pointe in Emerson to take on Johnson Ferry Varsity boys. Yes, that is correct, our JV boys played their Varsity boys. Johnson Ferry jumped out to an early lead, scoring 3 goals in the first 15 minutes, but our boys kept battling. Even though they lost 5-2, the Eagles played the Saints even through 3/4 of the match.

On Thursday, April 13, our JV girls’ soccer team hosted Notre Dame Academy at the Lower School Campus. It was a tight game, and the ladies came away with a solid victory to end the season. They won 1-0 with Madison Contrucci scoring the only goal!

Tennis

On April 11, our Varsity Lady Eagles played in their inaugural GICAA Division 2 North regional tournament. Our three lines of singles and two lines of doubles battled it out with 12 other Varsity teams in our region. After 9 hours of match play, Allie McCray placed 2nd in singles and the doubles team of Hannah Chang and Caroline York captured 3rd in the region. Placing in the top 4 in the region advanced Allie, Hannah and Caroline to the GICAA Division 2A State championship tournament.

On Tuesday, April 18, Allie, Hannah and Caroline entered the GICAA Division 2A State tournament at the Clayton County Tennis Center as some of the youngest players in the tournament. All of the girls advanced to the semifinals and ended their inaugural season in the top 4 in the State. Congrats to all of the Lady Eagles Varsity Tennis players on a successful inaugural year!

On Tuesday, April 25, the team will be competing in the GICAA Division II-A Team State Tournament at the Clayton County Tennis Center. Please congratulate these ladies when you see them!

Lady Eagles Varsity Tennis Team 2017
Melis Akkan
Hannah Chang
Briley Holder
Sarah Kate Jacobs
Allie McCray
Katie Morgan
Caroline York
Coach: Rachel Poole

Middle School

Soccer

MS soccer was on the field heading into the Easter weekend. The ladies travelled to Atlanta International for a highly competitive, friendly match between playoff rounds. They anticipated AIS would have a good team, and they did not disappoint. The ladies battled back and forth to finish all tied at one goal a piece.

The boys opened the GICAA playoffs at home against Landmark. They looked sharp as they played well on both ends of the field, grabbing a 5 - 1 victory to push them to the semifinal game.

The MS soccer teams got their semifinal games in at home on April 20. Each game began slowly with low first half scores, but both stormed out in the second half for big wins. The boys defeated Holy Spirit 6 - 2, and the ladies won over Community Christian 4 - 0. The boys are now scheduled to play the GICAA final against Lafayette Christian on April 28 at 4:00 p.m. at home. The ladies will take on Trinity Christian on May 2 at 4:00 p.m. at home as well. Come and support your Eagles as they compete for a GICAA title.

Tennis

Tennis will travel to the Clayton County Tennis Center on Monday, April 24 to compete in the singles/doubles GICAA championship. Good luck to our MS players!

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 to register and for more details.

Art Camp

June 12 - 16, 2017

Come join Mrs. Cardell for drawing and painting classes focusing on landscape, portrait and abstract paintings, as well as sketching and drawing techniques. Deadline for registration is May 15, 2017. View the flyer for the registration form and more details.

Creative Writing Camp

June 19 - 22, 2017

Creative Writing Camp is full! If you’d like to be added to the wait list, please fill out the attached form and send it in to Mrs. Kelly’s attention. Do not attach payment at this time; she will notify you if a space opens up by June 1 .

Disney Camp

June 19 - 23, 2017

We are so excited to be offering our Disney Camp again this summer! This camp is open to rising Kindergarten - 3rd grade girls. It is a day full of fun, devotions, crafts, games, and snacks! You won’t want to miss it! Link here for the registration form.

Coach Cal Fundamental Basketball Camp

July 24 - 27 2017

Coach Cal Boyd, the Varsity boys basketball coach, along with several of his varsity players will be hosting his basketball camp on the Upper School campus. Campers will learn ball handling, footwork, defensive concepts and each camper will shoot and record over 1,000 shots. Come be a part of an exciting camp and learn more about the game of basketball and the game of life! Please click on the link to register your child.

MBUMC News

Voice of Truth Fundraiser
Saturday, May 6 | All Day
Slope's BBQ; 200 Johnson Ferry Rd, Atlanta, GA 30328
MBUMC’s student choir, Voice of Truth, is raising money for their choir tour this June to Niagara Falls. Tell Slope's BBQ in Sandy Springs that you're supporting “Spirit Day” and a portion of your meal goes to their student choir fund. This is an all day event.

Chris Brown & PIVOT.stepone

Sunday, May 7, 2017

Chris Brown, Financial Peace University Speaker, will be joining MBUMC on Sunday, May 7, at the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services. Please join them as Chris brings a powerful message of hope and inspiration, encouraging people to live and give with a purpose. He will be speaking about the financial freedom to live a more joy-filled life and the opening of Pivot.stepone registration. PIVOT is about embracing moments that change our destinies, so that we can live the lives that God intends for us to live. To find out more visit mtbethel.org.