"You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore."
Psalm 16:11 ESV
E-Newsletter: 9.22.17
All-School
Reggie Biancalani
& Heather Harrison
MCS
Heroes of the Week
Sharee Pfaff
& Terri Rodriguez
MCS has initiated a new "Hero of the Week" program to recognize one Middle School and one Elementary staff for heroic efforts. Staff members have the opportunity to write a "Hero Highlight" about one of their colleagues at any time during the week. Our Staff Heroes will honor other Hero peers with words of encouragement, support, praise and joy! On Tuesdays, Administrators will randomly select two "Heroes" from the Hero box of written notes and, along with the affirmation of their colleagues, they will enjoy a convenient parking spot for the entire following week. All notes will be kept in the Hero box for possible future selection.
Our first four Heroes this year are Mrs. Biancalani and Mrs. Harrison, our amazing Principals, and Mrs. Pfaff and Mrs. Rodriguez for their incredible efforts over the summer in preparing the Maker Space for MCS!
Speaking of the MCS Maker Space
If you have maker type items in your cabinets to discard or donate, please send them our way. We can use items such as straws, skewers, toothpicks, craft supplies (craft duct tape, pom poms), buttons, cotton balls, point pens, tools, etc. Use your imagination! Please do NOT go out and purchase anything.
You may drop off these items at the front desk. Thank you!
Elementary Chapel - What does JOY look like?
What does JOY look like? Mrs. Biancalani challenged our elementary students to consider this question in light of their own lives. Because God is the author of all good things, JOY is like a gift. It is one of the Fruits of the Spirit that show outward action in acts of love and service.
She shared a video of children telling their practical ideas of love and service to others.
You may view the video on Youtube at this link.
Ask your child about the silly pictures Mrs. Biancalani used to illustrate what JOY feels like in the categories of Joy FULL, Joy FEAST, and Joy FUN!
We Love Our New Elementary Students
Mr. Biancalani and Mrs. Tabb enjoyed a joy-filled lunch with our new elementary students today. We are grateful for each child and pray that they will have a wonderful year in the Lord.
Who's Got Spirit! MCS Spirit Dress Day - September 26th
Tuesday, September 26th, is the first All-School MCS Spirit Dress Day. We're looking forward to seeing some school spirit!
Students are invited to GET CREATIVE, HAVE FUN with their SCHOOL COLORS and show their LION PRIDE! Uniform
Free Dress Guidelines apply.
Students: Make sure to find members from PTF during recess. They will be handing out a special treat.
See You at the Pole (MCS lunch tables) September 27th
Enjoy this SYATP promo video.
This Wednesday morning, 9/27, MCS Middle School ASB students invite all MCS students and families to join in prayer with students around the globe for our school, friends, families, churches, and communities.
Prayer will start promptly at 8:20 a.m. Meet at the lunch tables.
For more information about See You at the Pole, please visit their website at
www.syatp.com.
Matt Redman Glory Song Tour - September 29th
Friend of MCS Matt Redman is releasing his new album Glory Song this month! Come out for a Night of Worship at Mariners Church in Irvine to celebrate the new album release with songs new and classic, favorites like 10,000 Reasons, and more! Jason McGee & The Choir will make a special appearance! It is going to be an incredible night of worship and ministry!
To purchase your tickets or for more information, click here.
SMILE Picture Day is Coming - October 5th
Picture Day for all MCS students (grades TK-8th grade) will be held on Thursday, October 5th. Picture retakes will be held on November 9th. There are two ways to order:
Visit: www.mylifetouch.com enter RO137527Y0, then order your perfect package. No need to return any paperwork.
Complete the Lifetouch form that will be sent home on September 29th and return it to school with payment on Picture Day, October 5th.
Picture Day Non-Uniform Dress Guidelines:
Students are encouraged to wear a nice outfit for school pictures
All students are to have a neat, clean and modest appearance at all times, including free dress days
Girls' shorts or skirts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee
If leggings are worn, tops must extend past the fingertips
Tank tops must have width of three fingers
Jeans are acceptable on free dress days (and on picture day)
Students are not to wear: torn clothes, pajamas, sweats or yoga pants, excessively tight-fitting clothes, spaghetti straps, tops that expose the midriff, clothing with cut-outs, or costume-type clothing
If there is any question that an item is inappropriate for dress, it should not be worn. Students will be required to change if clothing is not appropriate.
A Fall Legacy Morning w/Dr. Kelly Flanagan October 12th
MCS Parents and their Guests, Friends of MCS, and Grandparents are cordially invited...
First Book Study of the Year Launch - October 18th
We will be launching our first Book Study of the year with Dr. Flanagan's book, "Loveable" on Wednesday, October 18th.
We will meet on the following Wednesdays: 10/18, 10/25, 11/8, 11/15 from 9:00 am - 10:30 am in the MPR.
You may order your copy of "Loveable" from Amazon
at this link, or purchase a signed copy at the Legacy Morning on 10/12. We will explore topics of grace, worth, belonging, and how to disconnect from distractions and demands of daily life so that we can hear God's voice.
RSVP for the Book Study HERE! "I cannot wait to dive into these conversations with you." Ali Bray, Community Connector [email protected].
The Harrison family-- Josh, Heather, Buzé, and Marta-- is excited to announce the adoption of Elijah! Not only is he a forever Harrison but he is forever a MCS lion! #classof2028.
The MCS Family is so happy for the Harrisons and pray God's richest blessings on their family of 5! Congratulations!
"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen."
Ephesians 3:20-21 NIV
Latest 30 - 30 Story - The Darrow Family
Have you heard about MCS's "30 Stories for 30 Years?" This year marks Mariners Christian School's 30th Anniversary! At our 2017 Spring Gala, we began celebrating 30 years of the MCS mission of "building a firm foundation through Christ-centered education" through individual stories. There are countless stories to tell - from current students and alumni to founders and grandparents - all telling of the legacy of God's work throughout MCS history. You can find these stories on all MCS Social Media channels with #MCS30.
Check out the latest story featuring the Darrow Family as well as stories you might have missed over the summer!
We are Grateful for MCS Grandparents
The MCS Community includes not just our current families, but also important extended family members such as beloved grandparents. We know that grandparents often play a highly influential and positive role in our students' lives - from driving carpool and helping with homework to mentoring and care-giving. Grandparents can be tremendous role models for young people.....
Our primary contact for MCS Grandparent volunteers is our new Director of Advancement Barbara O'Brian. If your grandparent(s) would like to speak with someone at MCS directly about opportunities for involvement, please feel free to contact her at [email protected] anytime.
Parents in Prayer Meets Weekly on Monday
-click for printable flyer-
All MCS parents are invited to bring your cup of coffee and start your week off in prayer for the needs of our MCS Family.
If you have questions, please contact Carrie Olson at
[email protected].
For the most up-to-date calendar, please view our website calendar
at this link.
Spirit Rock - Celebrating the MCS Family
We would love to feature all of our spirit rock celebrants.
Please email a photo of your special rock design and person to [email protected] so that we can feature them weekly.
Thank you!
Praying that Jack, Olivia, Isabelle, and Brooke had a JoyFULL WEEK! Thank you to our Parent Teacher Fellowship for providing this opportunity to celebrate milestones in the lives of the MCS Family. If you have not yet had the chance to sign up to paint the rock, please view the calendar and sign up at this
link.
Happy Birthday!
September
Angela Drevlow 9/8
Jiyoung Um 9/9
AnneMarie Vander Wal 9/10
Ashlee Cowell 9/11
John Hellriegel 9/13
Hannah Gordon /9/15
Rhonda Leguina 9/15
Kristen Matus 9/17
October
Sammy Soyring 10/5
Juliet Sanita 10/5
Debbie Santy 10/5
Mindy Gatchell 10/13
Victoria Boler 10/19
Brandi Gibbs 10/20
This list is provided to you by our Parent Teacher Fellowship.
JoyFULL
"You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore."
Psalm 16:11 ESV
E-Newsletter: 9.22.17
Middle School
September Share 2 Wear!!!
Our first Share 2 Wear on Tuesday was an incredible success! Each grade level decked out in their assigned monochromatic color, and the middle school halls were pumping with our MCS school colors. The 8th Grade Homerooms were the recipient of the trophies this month as they won in a very close competition for percentage of student participation and creativity of class photo! Congrats 8th Grade!
Middle School Fall Kick Off 2017 Highlights
Thank you to our Technical Arts Director Pax Pulido for putting together this awesome Fall Kick Off 2017 Highlights video. Enjoy!
Who's Got Spirit! MCS Spirit Dress Day September 26th
Tuesday, September 26th, is the first All-School MCS Spirit Dress Day. We're looking forward to seeing some school spirit!
Students are invited to GET CREATIVE, HAVE FUN with their SCHOOL COLORS and show their LION PRIDE! Uniform
Free Dress Guidelines apply.
Students: Make sure to find members from PTF during recess. They will be handing out a special treat.
See You at the Pole (MCS Lunch Tables) September 27th
Enjoy this SYATP promo video.
This Wednesday morning, 9/27, MCS Middle School ASB students invite all MCS students and families to join in prayer with students around the globe for our school, friends, families, churches, and communities.
Prayer will start promptly at 8:20 a.m. Meet at the lunch tables.
For more information about See You at the Pole, please visit their website at
www.syatp.com.
Shalimar Gathering - October 6th
Our first Shalimar Gathering of the year is here!! Come, come, come and join in on an awesome time getting to know our neighbors on Shalimar Drive. We'll connect over activities, Bible studies, games, and more! We can't wait to see all that God has in store for our time together and for you to be a part of it!
To participate, fill out the
permission slip and turn it in to Miss Seaman or Miss Pena on or before Tuesday, October 3. We will meet just outside the MCS front office after school on Friday to head over at 3:15pm. We'll be back at MCS at approximately 6pm. We utilize parent drivers, so if you are available to drive, please indicate how many students you can take on the permission slip.
We hope your child is able to take part in the amazing work God is doing through the MCS/Shalimar partnership!
6th-8th Grade Fall Sports Practice & Game Schedules
Sixth grade boys' flag football beat Vineyard-Anaheim 14-0 in their first game of the season! Pictured is Nate Savoie running for a touchdown. Great job LIONS!
High School Fair at MCS - October 10th
On Tuesday, October 10th, from 3:00-4:30, MCS will host a High School Fair in the MCS Gym. All MCS families, with students of any age, are invited to attend this fair.
Multiple private and public high schools and two college guidance counselors will participate in our High School Fair. This will be a great opportunity for you to learn more about our surrounding high schools as you explore your options for the next important step in your child's education.
Schools will set up displays to provide an opportunity for you to speak with individual school representatives and gather information.
We hope to see you there. Please contact Robin Walker in the middle school office at [email protected] if you have questions.
Schoology Fall Parent Workshop for Middle School Parents
This fall, MCS will be offering Schoology Fall Parent Workshops to go over the key features of Schoology for Middle School parents. We will cover how to:
Login
View your child's upcoming assignments and missing assignments
View their grades
View and use the "Schoology Agenda" feature
Use the Schoology Calendar
Message your child's teachers through Schoology
We are limiting the sessions to groups of 6 so we can maximize the ability to help attendees and address any questions.
This will be a great, small workshop for parents to learn more about how to use Schoology and answer any questions you may have!
An Invitation for 8th Grade from Pacifica Christian H.S.
MCS 8th-graders are invited to experience a day in the life of a Pacifica student. This day will provide students with a window into the classroom, campus life, and culture of Pacifica. Please contact Sarah Parsons at [email protected] to RSVP or with questions.
High School Information
Pacifica Christian High School Open House for 8th Grade & Families: Sunday (10/1), 4:00-6:00PM Questions, email [email protected]
Orange Lutheran High School Visitation Day for 7th & 8th Grade: October 25th.
Click for all the details.
JSerra Catholic High School: Please view their website for upcoming activities at
www.jserra.org
Crean Lutheran High School Admissions has begun:
Click on this link for details.
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MCS has initiated a new "Hero of the Week" program to recognize one Middle School and one Elementary staff for heroic efforts. Staff members have the opportunity to write a "Hero Highlight" about one of their colleagues at any time during the week. Our Staff Heroes will honor other Hero peers with words of encouragement, support, praise and joy! On Tuesdays, Administrators will randomly select two "Heroes" from the Hero box of written notes and, along with 
the affirmation of their colleagues, they will enjoy a convenient parking spot for the entire following week. All notes will be kept in the Hero box for possible future selection.
Picture Day for all MCS students (grades TK-8th grade) will be held on Thursday, October 5th. Picture retakes will be held on November 9th. 
The MCS Community includes not just our current families, but also important extended family members such as beloved grandparents. We know that grandparents often play a highly influential and positive role in our students' lives - from driving carpool and helping with homework to mentoring and care-giving. Grandparents can be tremendous role models for young people.....
On Tuesday, October 10th, from 3:00-4:30, MCS will host a High School Fair in the MCS Gym. All MCS families, with students of any age, are invited to attend this fair.
