"And we know that God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28
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Class Auction Projects up for bid NOW!
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Right before the coronavirus pandemic hit, the JCS auction team was hard at work preparing for the annual auction that was supposed to take place on Saturday, March 14 (just one day after our students said an unknowing good-bye to their teachers for the school year). Yesterday, the auction team sent emails to each grade, highlighting the most special of our auction items each year –
our individual class/grade projects
. Room parents, teachers and students pour themselves into creating these special items each year – and their hard work does not go unnoticed! Each grade created a different project, handmade and unique to them! We’re giving each grade level family a chance to bid on, and win, their class project if interested.
Here’s how it works if you’d like to participate:
1. Reply to the email TODAY with the dollar amount that you would be willing to pay for the class project. At 8:00 pm tonight (Wednesday), an email will be sent to each grade level, letting families know the dollar amount of the highest bidder that day (no names included).
2. On Thursday, June 11, you will then have the opportunity to outbid the highest bidder from the previous day.
Reply to the email with your “biggest and best” offer on the class project.
The highest bidder via email will win the class project. Another email will be sent at 8:00 pm that night (Thursday, June 11) to announce who won!
We hope this is an easy and fun way for families to celebrate our students, celebrate the auction, and bring in money for our amazing school.
If you didn't see an email yesterday about your child's grade level project, please check your junk mail. Emails are being sent by parent volunteers and may not be in your contact list.
Thank you and happy bidding!
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June 10 - 8th Grade Graduation (Rain Date: June 12), 7:30 PM
June 11 - Kindergarten Graduation (6 PM - Breuker, 7 PM - Steenwyk)
June 30 - Due date for JPS Busing requests/changes for 2020-2021 school year
August 10 - JCS Golf Outing, Meadows at GVSU (Noon-6 PM)
October 9 - JCSEF Glenn Bulthuis & the Tonedeafs Concert, JPS Auditorium
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JCS is looking for a Middle School Assistant Boys Soccer Coach for Fall 2020.
Practices begin in late August and the season will end on October 16. It's a paid position. Please contact
Craig Flietstra
for more information.
Unity Summer Sports Camp Schedule for Students Age 3 – 12
th
Grade
– New schedules should be available on Monday, June 15. Check the Unity athletics
website
under camps and clinics for more information.
Unity Christian Youth Football Registration
— Unity Christian High School is excited to begin another season of Youth Football for students entering grades 3 – 8 this coming school year! The program begins for 3rd/4
th
and 5th/6
th
grade teams on August 10 at a cost of $60, and 7
th
and 8
th
grade teams begin on August 24 at a cost of $80 (plus $20 for all levels if you would like to purchase jersey). Registration is now open for youth football, but we will not be requiring payment until later this summer. Registration can be done
online.
W
e would like registration complete by June 30 if at all possible so we can accurately plan for teams. For full details on the program check
here
. For questions or further information, please contact youth football director
Mark TeSlaa
at 616-970-3154.
Middle School Co-Ed Cross Country Team
-- UCHS will again sponsor a co-ed middle school cross country team this fall for students in 6
th
– 8
th
grades. This program will begin in mid to late August, and typically there are two practices a week and approximately six meets. Look for registration information and more details later this summer, and on Unity’s
website
under the “More” tab and then “Middle School Sports”. Please feel free to contact Unity’s
Athletic Office
with any questions you may have or by phone at 669-1820.
Middle School Cross Country Coach Wanted
– Unity Christian has an opening for a Co-Ed Middle School Cross Country Coach. We are searching for someone who has a passion for the Lord, enjoys working with middle school students, and can successfully lead these young runners. If you have any interest or know of someone who might have interest, please contact Unity Christian Athletic Director
Jeff Engbers
or by phone at
616-669
-1820
.
Click
HERE
for an application.
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- Planning for the 2020-2o21 school year! As we typically do at the end of the school year, we are releasing our 2020-2021 school calendar, and the class supplies list. We have hope for a 'normal' year, and are passing along these documents for planning purposes. Keep in mind that plans in the midst of covid-19 are subject to change. But, we do the best we can to plan, and trust God in His perfect timing!
- Curbside TRIP pickup will be offered ONCE a month this summer. Just pull up to the curb by the office and your order will be delivered to your car. As we did in May, we will be taking only preorders. Pick ups will be offered on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:00 PM and on Thursday mornings from 9:00-9:30 AM. The dates will be as follows: For June, order by Tuesday, June 9 with pick up on June 17 or June 18. For July, order by Tuesday, July 7 with pick up on July 15 or 16. For August, order by Tuesday, August 11 with pick up on August 19 or 20.
- Thank you for your support of the Pop Can Drive! We have a full semi-trailer ready with cans and bottles ready to be returned! The drive is done, but until the trailer is moved off of JCS property, you can bring your bagged cans/bottles to the back lot and drop them next to the trailer. We will put them in the trailer at a later time. We also sold out of the Countryside gift cards. Thank you!
- JCS Summer Office Hours: The Office will be OPEN beginning Monday, June 8. Our office hours for June will be Monday-Thursday, 9 AM-3 PM. The office will be open in July Tuesday-Thursday, 9 AM-3 PM, and in August Monday-Friday, 9 AM-3 PM. When school begins on Wednesday, August 26, the office will resume normal office hours, 7:30 AM-4 PM.
- If you haven't returned your Enrollment packets (PK-8th grade) for the 2020-2021 year, please do so SOON! You can bring them into the JCS during our office hours.
- Parents of Pre-K and Kindergarten students for next year, there are several forms that need to be turned in to the office before your child starts school in the fall (Copy of Birth Certificate, Concussion Form, Green Health Form, Hearing & Vision Screening Form). Please bring them to the JCS office. Thank you!
- Preschool Enrollment is open! Enrollment forms are now being accepted by email to Karen Deters for our preschool 3's and 4's programs. Some of the classes do fill rather quickly so if there are certain sessions you would like, please enroll soon for the best chance at getting that session!
- Save the Date! JCS will be hosting the 18th Annual Golf Outing on August 10 at the Meadows at GVSU. It's a great day of community in God's creation while playing the fun game of golf and supporting our school! Registration Forms are available here. We are still accepting business sponsors for this event. Please contact Liz Wiersema if you'd like to sponsor the outing! Proceeds raised from the outing support the JCS transportation fund and special projects, as designated by the finance committee.
- Save the Date! The JCS Education Foundation has rescheduled the Glenn Bulthuis and the Tonedeafs concert for Friday, October 9, 2020. The concert will begin at 7 PM and a pre-concert meet and greet with Glenn is available with preferred seating tickets. We anticipate tickets going on sale in late summer and will communicate when those are available. Invite your family and friends for a great night of entertainment and support of the JCSEF. Hope to see you there!
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Changes in JCS Staff for 2020-2021
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Last week our beloved 5th grade teacher,
Deb Dykstra
, announced she would be retiring from JCS after the close of the 2019-2020 school year. Her letter to the community is included here:
Dear Friends and Families of Jenison Christian School,
This letter is a difficult one to write, but I feel that now is the time to write it. After many prayers and tears, I have made the decision that the 2019-2020 school year would be my last year of teaching.
I leave with no regrets and only happy memories of my 22 years at Jenison Christian school. I have enjoyed teaching every child, meeting every family, and working with such a wonderful group of people!
Jenison Christian is a very special school to me. I know that each teacher and every staff member really takes the time to know each child and their unique spirit. Each student is honored as a child of God. The parents and guardians have walked with me as together we guided the faith, social interactions, and academic progress of these children with God as their Shepherd! I have felt a deep responsibility, since God placed me in this school, to follow His example in all circumstances. Jenison Christian has encouraged me to use my gifts to serve these children. There is a tremendous team of people here who work together so well, and are encouraging, and godly in their dealings with each other and the children. It is the place I would want my own children and grandchildren to thrive and grow in the knowledge of their Lord.
I have loved teaching these precious children. I look forward to more time with my family and grandchildren. I do not know what plans God has for me in the future... but I know I have to listen to Him now! I am confident in His leading!
I thank you, again, for letting me be God's servant at Jenison Christian. There is no other place I would rather be, as I finish my year that leads to retirement.
May God bless you all!
With Sincere Gratitude,
Deb Dykstra
From Mr. Paauw: As I wrap up my 10th year as JCS principal I can say without a doubt that she is a teacher that is always shining with a Christ-like, graceful, and kind servant leadership. She roots for all of her students, always and in all circumstances. I have watched her time and time again make selfless decisions that place her students above herself because of a heart full of love and care. As a colleague, I have learned a lot from Mrs. Dykstra and want to thank her for the many things she has taught me. She always has an open door for all of us and is willing to go the extra mile in any task to ensure each member of our team feels connected and collaborative. Thank you for your love for Jesus, Mrs. Dykstra, and your love for students. We will all miss you!
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09 - Larry VandePol
18 - Kimby Otte
19 - Angela Schut
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DAILY WAYS TO SUPPORT JCS
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The Paper Gator is still open!
Recycle your paper products in the Paper Gator (Located in the Baldwin Street Lot on the South side of school)
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As you are making your purchased online, remember to make your Amazon purchases through
Amazon Smile.
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Please save your Spartan receipts for JCS! You can mail them into the office, or keep them at home until the office is open again!
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No need to clip box tops anymore! Check out our Facebook page for details on how to scan your box tops for JCS!
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JENISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Jenison, MI 49428
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