Voice of Faith - January 21, 2020
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Stand Firm Banner
Each week we highlight a student in our "Stand Firm" theme. This week is Kloe Joy from Ms. Stoddard's Fourth Grade Class.
Spirit Week
Congratulations to Diego Zavala
Congratulations to Faith Christian Academy seventh-grader Diego Zavala, who recently auditioned for the WV All-State Middle School Orchestra, and was awarded a spot in the 1st Violin section of this prestigious ensemble comprised of the state's 62 best middle-school strings students.

Diego has taken private violin lessons for many years; however, students are only eligible to audition for all-state if they are enrolled in a string orchestra ensemble as a class in their school. Diego is active in the FCA Falcon String Orchestra, directed by his father, Mr. Hector Zavala. Diego plays the violin at his church and also in local youth orchestras, and this is his second year earning this all-state honor. 

Diego will represent FCA at the WV Music Educators Association annual conference in Charleston, West Virginia on March 5th and 6th, 2020. The All-State Middle School Orchestra will rehearse for two days and perform an amazing concert under the leadership of esteemed guest conductor Jed Fritzemeier from Chelsea, Michigan.
From the Librarian's Desk
Our book fair this year is through the Christian book fair company I55. It will be an online book fair. It is available now through February 21. The theme is "Mission Code Breaker" based on Philippians 2:5-7. You can enter a contest, which can be found in their book fair flyer. Help your child check it out at  https://i55bookfairs.com/flyer/  and enter the contest! To place an order, go to this link:  https://i55bookfairs.com/supportmyschool/ . Orders can be delivered to the school so you do not have to pay shipping.
Community Helper News from Third Grade
The 3rd grade class collected 3 boxes of dog/cat treats to donate to the Berkeley County Humane Society as their 2nd quarter Community Helper Project.

Great job Third Grade!
Our Digital Box Top Challenge Class Winner
Math Field Day
Our Elementary, Middle and High School students participated in Math Field Day last week. Congratulations to the following students.

  • Elementary 5th Grade - Matthew Moiles 5th
  • Middle School 6th Grade - Jared Keppley 7th & Jacob Versino 8th
Report Cards
Report cards will be posted for families on January 21st.
Valentine's Day Carnation Sale
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Open House Dates
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Honorary County Council Member
Last week Luke Jones was the honorary member of the Berkeley County Council.

Weather Announcements
In case of inclement weather, please be advised that we do not always follow the Berkeley County Public Schools' emergency closing schedule! Faith Christian Academy will always have its own announcement regarding school closings and delays. We will place announcements in the following media:
  • School website: www.faithchristianacademy.net (message will appear in a yellow box at top of home page)
  • Radio stations: WEPM (1340 AM) and Lite 97.5
  • Television: NBC News 25
  • A text message will be sent through the Renweb data base – all parents will receive a text alert 
  • Phone Message: Call the school and enter extension 223 for weather related messages
Every attempt will be made to make a call by 6:00 a.m. on the morning of a cancellation or delay. If a two-hour delay is called then parents need to check back and see if a second announcement is made. Again, every attempt will be made to make a call as quickly as possible. A two-hour delay will result in before care opening at 9:00 a.m. On days where weather may prompt an early dismissal, please do not call the school office. Check your texts frequently when inclement weather occurs or listen for the radio announcement. The school phone lines are needed for emergency purposes. You must be prepared to pick up your child or arrange for them to be picked up when weather causes an early dismissal. The safety of our staff is also extremely important to us. We will want to get them home as quickly and safely as possibly.
Any time the forecast is for inclement weather our primary goal is to make the very best decision for the safety of our students. We realize that our students come from a wide geographic area and that road conditions often vary greatly across the region. When inclement weather occurs, parents must use their best judgment in determining whether or not to bring children to school or pick them up early. When parents choose to keep their children home due to the weather, those absences will be excused with a note indicating the reason for the absence or tardy.
Dress for the weather
The weather is turning colder, and students need to be properly dressed for outdoor recess. We will get the students outside for fresh air as much as possible.

Please remember to send your child with a coat, hat and gloves for outdoor recess.
Sick Policy
In an effort to clear up the germs and viruses, we are asking that if your child experiences any of the following symptoms to please keep them home for the day.

Symptoms include: Runny nose with yellow/green discharge, nausea/vomiting, sore throat, chills or fever, diarrhea or any other conditions that might be contagious. A student should be fever free for 24 hours (without medication) before returning back to school.
Attendance
Absentee notes can be emailed to Joy Hobbs at joy.hobbs@faithchristianacademy.net . Please be aware that parents will not be notified if a note is not submitted. It is the responsibility of the parent or student to communicate with the teachers concerning absences and make up work.
Dates to Remember
January

  • 21st Report Cards
  • 21st - 24th Spirit Week
  • 24th Senior Night
  • 27th Open House
Did You Know?
Did you know this Friday is Senior Night ? Come cheer on your favorite senior as they are recognized before the games. Reminder that games do not start until 5:30. Click here to see all game times.