Congratulations to this week's Heroes Juliet and Ali. We hope you enjoy your up-close parking spot.
A Note to Juliet Sanita, Art Teacher:
Juliet, You have this gift of making every student feel like their artwork is a masterpiece and that they can do anything. You desire to bring out that creative side in each student and it shows. Students walk away from your class not only more talented in art but feeling like they have a new outlet, a new appreciation for art, and even gifts they didn't realize they had. Your drive to bring art to all learners and heart to provide this creative avenue to all students is admirable and it makes a great impact! I wish you could teach the staff some art skills because what you do with the students in your class is exceptional. Thank you Juliet, for striving to be your best. We are so lucky to have you at MCS!
Mrs. Sanita is a quiet force. First and foremost, she is a servant and this is evident in all that she does both in and out of the classroom. No one truly knows or understands the hours she dedicates to the art program as it often goes unrecognized. She has a very full schedule with very little time for transitions between classes and grade levels. This creates quite a bit of pressure and additional responsibilities but she does it all joyfully and without complaint. She also does it with complete excellence! She wants what is best and right for kids, even if that requires personal sacrifice. She is tremendously gifted in her own right and she leads students to discover their giftings. She is willing to do anything necessary to cultivate student artists and we reap the benefits of her hard work, dedication, passions, and heart! There is so much more that can be said about Mrs. Sanita because there is so much that goes unnoticed. And that is exactly the way she wants it! That makes her all the more deserving of this special recognition. She is a hero!
Juliet-every word is true!!!! And there's absolutely more that can be said about you. Thank you for ALL you do! We hope this blesses you!
Ali Bray, Community Connector:
ALI ~ You are a constant example of God's goodness and love at MCS. We appreciate the way you gently guide and inspire students (and adults) to grow in their Christian walk. You cultivate experiences that allow us to grow closer to God as we grow as a community of believers in fellowship with one another. Thank you for your endless passion, positivity, and encouragement. We are in awe of all you do to make MCS amazing. JoyFULLY, the 5th Grade Team -
MCS Board Candidates Announcement
Dear MCS Families:
I am pleased to present
Clifton Chang and Harry Bagramian to you as candidates to serve on the Mariners Christian School Board of Trustees. The purpose of the MCS Board is to secure the school's fiscal health, appoint and evaluate the Head of School, and ensure the school fulfills its stated mission. Information regarding the Board is available on our website at the
"About MCS" section.
We believe that both Clifton and Harry will bring a wealth of experience to the Board that will help us fulfill our duties with faithfulness and excellence. However, before any candidate is approved for the Board, it is our practice to send a notice to the MCS Community to determine if there are any opinions relative to the candidate's suitability.
Please contact me on or before May 18th at [email protected] if you have any feedback.
Clifton and Yuwen Chang have been married for 11 years and have two children, CJ (MCS Class of 2024) and Sydney (MCS Class of 2026). They attend Mariners Church in Irvine where Clifton is on staff as the Human Resources Director. Prior to his role at Mariners Church, he had over 20 years of experience in human resources working in companies that include Johnson & Johnson and Allergan. Clifton graduated from Cornell University, School of Industrial and Labor Relations and earned his MBA from USC. He is also a volunteer on the Cornell Alumni Admissions Network and Cornell Annual Fund Campaigns.
The Chang family mission is to love each other as Christ loves and to serve others out of an overflow of the joy and abundance they have received. Experiencing God's presence at Mariners Christian School and its staff has blessed their family and they desire for other families in the community to have similar experiences.
Harry and Kim Bagramian have been married for 14 years and have two children, Harry Jr. (MCS Class of 2020) and Sophia (MCS Class of 2022). They appreciate that MCS is filled with teachers that pour their hearts into all the children with Christ's love. Harry's wife Kim has served as PTF President and other PTF roles at MCS. Harry is founder of Project Giving Light which gives birthday parties to homeless children in Orange County. He is excited for all the growth of this non-profit and how it is impacting homeless and at risk youth in Southern California.
Their family attends Hillsong Church Orange County. He is also founder of a janitorial and property maintenance company that does business in Southern California. Harry is excited to help MCS grow to the next steps and is honored to be a part of the MCS Board.
PTF Board Interest List for 2018-2019
Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) Board Leadership
Opportunities - Questionnaire Due Date Extended
Dear Mariners Christian School Family,
As we look towards the next school year at Mariners Christian School, we could not be more excited as we think about what God has in store for our children and community. The Parent Teacher Fellowship [PTF] plays an instrumental role by connecting our families in unique ways and enhancing the relationship between MCS families and the school with prayerful dependence on God. The PTF supports our school and teachers in order to enrich the children's education by providing parents with the opportunity to participate in daily school life, special events, and projects that contribute to the growth and success of the school.
It is with great enthusiasm that we send you this letter to invite you to participate in the leadership of our Mariners Christian School Parent Teacher Fellowship for the upcoming school year...click for continuation of letter from Mr. Moore.
Tuesday, May 11, 2018 (due date extended one week). All applicants will be considered and reviewed by the MCS Administration.
We would ask that you would join us in prayer for next year's PTF Board. If you have questions about this serving opportunity, feel free to contact Sue Celek, PTF Liaison, at [email protected].
Upcoming Events & Activities
Bright Future Gathering | May 9th
Pilot Cup Registration for 3rd-6th | Closes May 11th
Faith Through Art | due May 8th
Middle School Terra Nova Testing | May 8th & May 10th
Open House & Family Fiesta Dinner | May 10th
Elementary Grandparents & Special Friend Day | May 11th
TICKETS ON SALE NOW The Lion King, Jr.| May 17th, 18th, & 19th
Fifth Grade Parent Meeting | May 22nd
Auction Teacher of the Day | May 23rd
8th Grade Blessing & Graduation| June 11th & 12th
Galileo Innovation Summer Program | Begins in June
Pilot Cup Registration Open For 3rd-6th Girls & Boys
TK-8th Faith Through Art Student Artwork Turn In May 8th
This year's Faith Through Art Exhibit will be based on the student's favorite Bible verse. Students are invited to choose their favorite passage and create artwork interpreting the verse or idea. Any type of medium and category of art can be used: clay or any type of 3-d sculpture, paint, watercolor, colored pencils, pastels, collage or mixed media.
The turn in date for all work will be Tuesday, May 8th. Students may bring their art to the art room any time that day beginning at 7:45am. Please label art on the back with the following: name, class, the verse that you chose and the title of the piece (if it has one).
Difference Maker Grant Update and EXPO at Open House
Next Thursday, May 10th (5:30-7:30 pm) is our annual Open House. Your kiddos will be delighted to walk you through the campus and point out all of their beautiful work and accomplishments.
We are excited to add one more "pit stop" to your Open House tour route this year -
THE DIFFERENCE MAKER EXPO! Please plan to visit the gym during Open House to meet our Difference Maker Grant recipients and learn about their projects that launched this year (Bake2Save & Cases of Love) or the projects that will be launching between now and the end of the 2019 school year (see grant recipient list in the CommUNITY Connection Newsletter below). There is so much to celebrate in our Difference Maker Program, including the blessing of a grant to the program which has increased funding for additional projects this year! To God be the glory!
Attached you will find our CommUNITY Connection Newsletter which includes the exciting announcement of our 2018-19 Difference Maker Grant Recipients! We cannot wait to see how God uses these students' vision, passion and leadership to impact the Kingdom! We are celebrating God doing immeasurably more in their hearts and in this program than we could ever ask or even imagine!
If you have not yet had a chance to read the letter that was sent home from our Community Connector Ali Bray highlighting end of the year activities and milestones, click here to read it now.
Elementary Grandparents & Special Friend Day May 11th
Please Forward the Invitation to Your Student's Guests:
Enclosed is an electronic copy of the invitation for you to FORWARD (or print and hand deliver) to your elementary student's guests. If you would like a printed color copy of the invitation to hand-deliver, please stop by the reception desk and pick one up.
RSVP: Please remind your guests to RSVP (or RSVP for them) by May 8th at
Elementary Student "Non-Uniform Special Dress" for May 11th:
Girls' Guidelines: Nice dress or skirt/pants and blouse. Skirts/dress must be no higher than 3 inches above the knee. No spaghetti straps allowed.
Boys' Guidelines: Nice pants with collared shirt or polo shirt. No jeans or t-shirts.
*All outfits must be modest and honoring to God.
Elementary Dismissed at 12:00 (school begins at 8:10 a.m. as usual):
Students may leave with their guest at 12:00 after checking out with their teacher. If your child is not leaving with his/her guest, parents are asked to park, come into the building, and pick up their students from the classroom at 12:00. ASP will be available from 12:00 until 6:00 p.m. Please contact Mrs. Angie Nakamoto at [email protected] or ext. 153 if your child will need ASP care on May 11th.
Middle School Notes:
Please see details in the middle school section of this E-Newsletter for May 11th middle school dismissal information. Note that middle school is not involved in Elementary Grandparents Day.
Half Day of School & ASP Available May 11th
Elementary Dismissed at 12:00 (school begins at 8:10 a.m. as usual):
Students may leave with their guest at 12:00 after checking out with their teacher. If your child is not leaving with his/her guest, parents are asked to park, come into the building, and pick up their students from the classroom at 12:00.
ASP will be available from 12:00 until 6:00PM: Please contact Mrs. Angie Nakamoto at [email protected] or ext. 153 if your child will be in ASP care on May 11th.
Middle School Dismissed at 12:30PM:
Please see details in the middle school section of this E-Newsletter for May 11th middle school dismissal information. Note that middle school is not involved in Elementary Grandparents Day but they are dismissed at 12:30
Lion King, Jr. Sneak Peek
"A great big shout out to Mrs. Lunsford and the middle school performers for the amazing sneak peek of the Lion King Jr. I am blown away with the talent, costumes, sound, singing and acting from our amazing Middle School students! Wow! I can't wait to see the entire performance. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the elementary school, it was such a blessing to see the students shine!" Mrs. Biancalani, Elementary Principal
Middle School Performing Arts presents The Lion King Jr
You are invited to a 5th Grade Parent Meeting on Tuesday (5/22), from 8:30-9:30AM in the auditorium. The discussion will provide parents with important information regarding the transition from 5th grade to middle school.
A thorough presentation from Mrs. Harrison and some of our amazing middle school teachers will be provided followed by an opportunity to have all of your questions answered.
Please contact Robin Walker in the middle school office at
[email protected] if you have any questions. Thank you!
If your child has medication on file in the Health Office from the 2017-2018 school year, you must pick it up before the last day of school . Due to state and federal regulations, Mariners Christian School is not permitted to store medication over the summer months. Any medication must be picked up by you, the parent or a responsible adult of your designation. Please come to the Health Office on or before the last day of school,Wednesday June 13th. All medications not picked up will be will be disposed of at the end of the day. If your child has epinephrine on file, you may donate it for training purposes.
Please do not ask your child to pick their medication up as we cannot allow them to take their medications home. If you have any further questions, please contact the Health Office. Thank you very much for your cooperation.
Choice Lunch
Please remember to order Choice Lunch for your student(s) for May. Thanks so much!
www.choicelunch.com.
Lost & Found Donated to Wear & Share Monthly
Lost and Found will be donated to Wear and Share the last school day of every month at 3:30PM. Please have your students check for their belongings before that time.
MCS Stories
Pastors Breakfast and Chapel
MCS welcomed over 40 pastors and church leaders to campus on Monday, April 23rd, for our annual Pastors Breakfast and Chapel. Over breakfast in the MPR, they met other local church leaders, and heard from Mr. Moore about the Bright Future plans for MCS.
Our students joined them in the auditorium for an all-school chapel. Our Middle School Jazz Band started things off, and then our Middle School Worship Band continued the worship time. Mr. Moore conducted a Q & A session with our guests which included the silly and the serious side of being ministry leaders. Finally, our Middle School ASB Student Ministry Leaders led our staff and students in a prayer time over the whole group of leaders.
We are so blessed to have over 70 churches represented by our MCS families, and love the chance to honor and thank them for the way they serve their churches out of their love for Christ and His Kingdom.
Elementary Decade Dress Day
Lots of COOL kids and aides!
Thank You Ladies for the "Snacks from the Heart"
Thank you to these beautiful ladies for providing morning "snacks from the heart "on wheels today for all faculty and staff. We enjoyed coffee and our choice of flavored syrups and yummy pastries. Lots of treats, fun, and mostly an opportunity to fellowship with our awesome parents. Thank you to these adorned-with-colorful-headbands and joyFILLED MOMS! You made our day!
MCS Staff Blessed by Parents in Prayer
What a special surprise awaited all the MCS staff when they went to their mailboxes this week! Carrie Olson, Parents in Prayer Coordinator for the last seven years (2011-2018), and Kristen Derbyshire, Parents in Prayer Coordinator for 2108-2019, gifted us with beautiful framed Scripture verses about prayer. MCS has been blessed to have a solid foundation of years of faithful Parents in Prayer group prayer warriors. Thank you to Carrie and Kristen for this sweet reminder to take time with our Lord, and for your faithful leadership.
Staff Appreciation Dinner from PTF
Thank You PTF & the Staff Appreciation Committee
The PTF Board and Event Chair, Anna Jeffers, treated the MCS Staff to an evening of gathering together off campus to relax and enjoy each other as colleagues and friends.
Great Mexican food, fun music, and a beautiful fireplace created a place for conversation and lots of laughter.
Thank you to PTF and the Staff Appreciation Committee who blessed us with this fun night!
Summer at MCS
Summer Program - Galileo Innovation
MCS NEW SUMMER PROGRAM
now AVAILABLE for Enrollment
Galileo mixes summer day camp fun with hands-on, STEAM-inspired projects in fields from science and engineering to the visual and culinary arts. Supported by the boundless energy of the best staff around, Galileo campers grow with us from TK through 8th grade, emerging as confident creators ready to express themselves fearlessly, lead boldly and turn their ideas into reality. We call them Galileo Innovators, and they will change the world.
Camp Galileo (TK-5th grades): Six sessions offered June 25th-August 3rd, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM with extended care offered from 8AM-6PM.
Galileo Summer Quest (entering 5th-8th grades): Campers choose a different subject every week, creating go-karts, gourmet confections, robot pets and more in one of 12 majors.
Note: $100 off referral fee!
Optional extended care and healthy lunch. Learn more at
www.galileo-camps.com or 800-854-3684.
If you have questions, please contact Barbara O'Brian at
[email protected]. Thank you!
School Year 2018-2019
Enclosed is the 2018-2019 calendar which was sent to families in January. All future updates will be added to the website calendar. Look for more details about 2018-2019 coming soon.
Happy Birthday & Spirit Rock Fun
Happy Birthday!
May
Terri Rodriguez 5/5
Christina Vanian 5/8
Polly Ernst 5/14
Brian Jones 5/20
Julie Hellriegel 5/26
Pax Pulido 5/28
Reggie Biancalani 5/29
Talene Campbell 5/31
Desiree Alford 5/31
June
Judy Bagby 6/3
Chris Spurgin 6/7
Katie Niles 6/8
Ali Bray 6/15
Amanda Tabb 6/16
Chelsea Dogterom 6/22
Eric Choi 6/26
Jason Sebastian 6/26
Kristine McCarty 6/29
This list is provided to you by our Parent Teacher Fellowship.
Spirit Rock - Celebrating the MCS Family
Happy 12th Birthday CORDELL! Wishing you everything good on your special day. God bless you!
Thank you to our Parent Teacher Fellowship for providing this opportunity to celebrate milestones in the lives of the MCS Family. Sign ups are full for 2017-2018.
Please email a photo of your special rock design and person to: [email protected] so that we can feature them weekly.
Ed Tech Corner
Check back for weekly tips from our Digital Learning Coaches, Mr. Rahm and Mrs. Dogterom.
Middle School E-Newsletter
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: 05.04.18
Middle School
Chapel Recap
Middle School was honored to welcome back eight MCS alum to share with us in Chapel this week. The alum spoke about what MCS means to them and how God used their time here to shape them and solidify their faith for the next phase of their life. They shared different ways that God is using them where they are now to further His Kingdom. Our current students were also excited to hear about some of the alum's highlights of their time at MCS including Dodgeball, the yearly musicals, Chapels, the Sports Program, DC, Pine Valley, etc. It was a unique and special time for us to come together as part of a bigger MCS family and hear from those who can speak truth and guidance from their own experience to our current students.
Thank you to Emma Hammond, Caroline Brewster, Samantha Brewster, Alex Ianni, John Herold, Tyler Kelly, and Owen Logan for sharing your morning with us!
Lion King, Jr. Sneak Peek
"A great big shout out to Mrs. Lunsford and the middle school performers for the amazing sneak peek of the Lion King Jr. I am blown away with the talent, costumes, sound, singing and acting from our amazing Middle School students! Wow! I can't wait to see the entire performance. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the elementary school, it was such a blessing to see the students shine!" Mrs. Biancalani, Elementary Principal
Middle School Performing Arts presents The Lion King Jr
Middle School Talent Show - Monday Morning, May 7th
All parents are welcome to join us for a display of talents of many kinds at our Middle School Talent Show! This year we have a variety of crowd-pleasing acts that display a multitude of God-given talents among our students! The event will take place on
Monday morning, 5/7/18, from 7:55- 9:10 in the auditorium. Parents of performers will have saved seating in the 3rd and 4th rows. All other parents are welcome to find the best available seating behind our student section. We hope you can join us as our students use the gifts and talents the Lord gave them, giving all glory to our Lord!
Middle School Terra Nova Testing - May 8th and 10th
All middle school students will participate in Terra Nova testing on Tuesday, May 8th and Thursday, May 10th. Over the course of the two days, students will complete grade level assessments in English and math. Testing will occur first thing in the morning, so it is important that all students arrive to school on time. Make up testing will occur on Friday and Monday following testing.
We want all of our students to do their best on the tests and we encourage good sleep, a good breakfast, and a commitment to success!
Middle School Dismissed at 12:30PM on May 11th
May 11th is a half day of school for middle school but they are not involved in elementary Grandparents/Special Friend day. As much as possible, early check-outs of middle school students should be avoided. In the event that a middle school student will be checked out by your elementary student's guests, they will need to be checked out at the front office downstairs. If a middle school student will be checked out early, it would be helpful and appreciated to pre-arrange the early dismissal by contacting Robin Walker in the middle school office at
[email protected]. When emailing, please include the student name as well as the name of the adult that will be checking the student out. All middle school students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. and will walk through carpool in the field area as usual. Cars will be dismissed at 12:40 p.m.
Middle School Take Out Tuesday Shaved Ice May 15th
Deadline: Saturday, May 12th
In keeping with tradition, our last middle school Take Out Tuesday of the year is....
Bahama BUCKS! For $6, students will receive a 12 oz. cup of half ice cream/half shaved ice! They may pick up to 2 flavors from the following list: (no need to specify flavors now, they can choose on May 15!)
Jolly Rancher, Sour Patch Kids, Strawberry, Pina Colada, Root Beer, Birthday Cake, Tiger's Blood, Please click the link to order:
http://marinerscs.org/tot-may2018.
Note: The deadline to order is Saturday, May 12th, at 11:45pm.
Cheer on Your MCS Lions at HOME this MON, TUE, & THU
COME OUT AND SUPPORT your MCS LIONS at their upcoming SPRING home games. It's always fun to hear your peers and family cheer you on!
BOYS'
VOLLEYBALL HOME GAMES
GIRLS'
FLAG FOOTBALL HOME GAMES
Mon (5/7) 3:15: 6th Grade vs. Harbor Day
Thu (5/10) 3:15: 8th Grade vs. Hungtington Christian
Tue (5/8) 3:15: 8th Grade vs. Huntington Christian
For a list of all games (off campus and on campus) and practice schedules, click here.
Congratulations on the upcoming graduation of your son/daughter from Mariners Christian School. We're excited to celebrate this milestone with you and your family and want to provide you with details to assist you in your planning. Click for the continuation.
Learning Center - Tutoring Hours
The Learning Center is now offering homework help during lunch Tuesday-Friday and after school Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Our goal is to support students and their academic goals in organization, time management, test preparation, and homework help. We want to teach students strategies that will help them achieve success in both their academic careers and for the rest of their lives beyond MCS. Below are the available times. No need to sign up in advance.
Monday: After school from 3:00-3:30
Tuesday: Bring your lunch and meet us in the Learning Center at lunch.
Wednesday: Bring your lunch and meet us in the Learning Center at lunch or after school from 3:00-3:30.
Thursday: Bring your lunch and meet us in the Learning Center at lunch or after school from 3:00-3:30.
Friday: Bring your lunch and meet us in the Learning Center at lunch.
Please note that there is no Lego Club this year (the blurb was accidentally added in the original 2-16 E-News) and these are the correct hours for the Learning Center.
High School Information
Crean Lutheran High School invited you to check out their Summer Youth Camps at this link. For more information about Crean Lutheran, visit: https://www.clshs.org/
Servite High School Scholastic Testing: The Admissions Office will be administering Scholastic Testing Service's Pre-HSPT on Saturday, April 28, from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. A fee of $25 covers the cost of test administration, scoring, and a snack on the day of the exam. The "Pre-HSPT" is designed to benefit 7th grade students by allowing them to practice a scaled version of the Entrance Exam prior to the official admissions process in January, 2019. It is especially valuable in identifying areas that may need some work. Depending on results and interest, Servite may follow-up the Pre-HSPT with enrichment offerings during the summer in order to assist students in preparing for the rigors of high school coursework. A fee of $25 covers the cost of test administration, scoring, and a snack on the day of the exam.
Register here.
Newport Harbor High School: Contact Diana Long at 949.646.1556, ext. 1.
We are excited to add one more "pit stop" to your Open House tour route this year -
THE DIFFERENCE MAKER EXPO! Please plan to visit the gym during Open House to meet our Difference Maker Grant recipients and learn about their projects that launched this year (Bake2Save & Cases of Love) or the projects that will be launching between now and the end of the 2019 school year (see grant recipient list in the CommUNITY Connection Newsletter below). There is so much to celebrate in our Difference Maker Program, including the blessing of a grant to the program which has increased funding for additional projects this year! To God be the glory!
You are invited to a 5th Grade Parent Meeting on Tuesday (5/22), from 8:30-9:30AM in the auditorium. The discussion will provide parents with important information regarding the transition from 5th grade to middle school.
Judy Bagby 6/3
