Dear PCA Families and Friends,
Welcome back! I hope and pray your Christmas and New Year was joyful, peaceful, and encouraging. I also hope you are better rested and ready for all God has for us in 2020. From my perspective, so much good is going on, so many opportunities are opening up, and I see new ways to grow in every way. I see God at work through you, our friends, and our community. It is really exciting to think and dream about.
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I look forward to sharing those insights with you on the 23rd of January at the State of the School meeting (see details below). I am also reflecting on how more and more families are coming to PCA, and we are seeing more and more interest in our school. We are busy preparing for next summer and next year. I look forward to connecting with you as well as answering your questions.
Talking about next year, re-enrollment for Fall 2020 opens to our current families next week. Your timely re-enrollment and communication enables us to best prepare classes, programs, supplies, and facilities. We appreciate your commitment to our mission through your children, your service and your sacrifice, and we look forward to sustaining your trust going forward. To get the ball rolling, please refer to the email sent last week from our Admissions Director, Elaina Russo, for details. Variable Tuition families and State Scholarship families should submit their applications as soon as possible and no later than February 5
through this link.
PCA's goal is to continue to enable PCA to be affordable and accessible to as many families as possible. Many of our families benefit from the Children's Scholarship Fund and the Giving and Going Alliance. New Hampshire law enables companies, and now families, to direct their New Hampshire tax responsibility to these programs in lieu of to the State, thereby directly benefiting New Hampshire families who want their children to be a part of our great community. This year, over 40 of our students benefited from this law. Please consider participating and encouraging others to do the same.
Details are at this link.
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And for some PCA Eagle Spirit, join us here at PCA tomorrow night to cheer on our Varsity Mens Basketball Team and our Varsity Womens Basketball Team as they compete against Lisbon Regional High School! This is a White Out Game so be sure to wear white. The women's game begins at 5:00 pm, and the men's game begins at 6:30 pm. Go, Eagles!
Together in Christ,
Mike Runey
Head of School
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Congratulations to the Varsity Mens Basketball team for making it to the Championship game of the Farmington Christmas Tournament. They lost to D2 Kennett in overtime in a well fought game! Congratulations also to
Bryson Lund
(senior) and J
ason Stockbower
(sophomore) for being selected to the All-Tournament Team. Opposing coaches voted for the most outstanding players of the tournament, and both Bryson and Jason were selected in the top 5! Great job, Eagles!
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Good news for New Hampshire based businesses supportive of Christian education and private school choice! The NH State Legislature has enacted a law that allows business organizations and individuals to make monetary donations to approved scholarship organizations, including PCA. Register with the state of NH by May 31, 2020 to impact next year!
CLICK HERE
to learn more. Contact
Dan Schmunk
(ext. 109) with questions about how to receive a tax credit and support Christian education in NH.
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Meatball Sub and Chicken Sandwich Delivery professional wanted! The Lower School needs YOU to deliver Friday lunches to grateful and hungry kiddos. Satisfied stomachs will thank you! Bonus is that Friday lunch is easy and fun. If you are the one to take on this challenge, please contact
Laura Lupinacci.
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PCA's Volunteer Coordinators want to kick-off the New Year by getting to know our volunteer community better. Whether you are a long-time volunteer, new to the program, or if you just want to learn more, we'd like to connect with you! In the coming months, we'll be reaching out, but you are welcome to reach out to us too! You can find us at
Laura Lupinacci or
Jodi Karnes.
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Auditions Begin Today!
This year's spring musical is "Guys and Dolls." Dates for auditions are Thursday, January 9 (Upper School) and Monday, January 13 (Junior High) with call-backs on Tuesday, January 14 (Upper School & Junior High). More information and sign-ups are posted in the Upper School and Lower School libraries. Contact
Katie Poole for more information.
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Tomorrow!
Friday, January 10 at 8:20 am
Main Gym
Parents are welcome to attend the Lower School's Spelling Bee. The top spellers from each class will compete to represent PCA at the State Spelling Bee to be held in Concord, NH on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Contact
Jennifer Maley with questions.
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Saturday, January 11 from 6:00-9:00 pm
Troiano Hall
All Upper School students are welcome to join us for our annual Silver Bell Dance. Visitors are welcome to attend but will need to fill out a
visitor's form prior to the event (available in office). Cost is $10 at the door. Contact our Dean of Women,
Lois Blatchley, with questions. NOTE: Back-up snow date will be Saturday, February 1.
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Tuesday, January 14 at 3:30 pm
Lower School Back Lobby
Spread the word! Our Kindergarten Open House features activities for children, a peek at learning at the primary level, and an introduction to our fabulous upcoming kindergarten teachers. Be sure to invite any preschool or kindergarten families you know who may be interested in a peek at PCA!
LEARN MORE.
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Free to PCA Families!
Wednesday, January 15 at 3:45 pm
Upper School Runey Hall (Miller Room)
“More Than Money Matters: Values Based Budgeting” is a faith-based workshop that will help you sort through some thorny issues and provide a workable foundation for making financial decisions that both reflect your values and allow you to enjoy life.Jim Clouser, a certified financial advisor, will also address your specific questions during the 90 minute time together. No RSVP necessary.
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Deadline to register:
Wednesday, January 15 at 11:59 pm EST
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 6:30 pm
Parents of students interested in traveling to Peru during April Vacation 2021 are asked to join us in the Upper School Library. The trip is being chaperoned and arranged by David Miller and Joy Eisner as part of our World Language curriculum.
REGISTER FOR THE INFO MEETING HERE. Please contact
David Miller for meeting details if you are unable to attend.
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On Display until Thursday, January 16
"The PCA Bunch" is on display at the Dover Public Library children's area! This piece of artwork is a collaborative piece that features the self-portraits of our K-5 students at PCA, celebrating the 40th anniversary of PCA as well as the 50th anniversary of the Brady Bunch. Please contact
Susie Stevens with questions.
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Friday, January 17 through
Monday, January 20
Our campus will be closed on Friday, January 17 for our second Teacher In-Service Day. The campus will be closed on Monday, January 20 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy your long weekend!
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Friday, January 17 at 9:00 am
Upper School: Troiano Hall
During our upcoming Teacher In-Service Day, parents are welcome to join us in Troiano Hall to hear
Lynn Lyons talk about anxiety. This will be a popular event open to our larger community, but PCA families will be able to register first.
CLICK HERE to register for this free workshop. Please contact
Sue McKenney (ext. 112) with questions.
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Sale Deadline: Friday, January 17
For a limited time, we are offering reduced pricing for tables of 8 or 10 to our 25th Annual Auction.
PURCHASE HERE. You won't want to miss this event!
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Thursday, January 23
Upper School Building #2 Troiano Hall
Session #1: 3:30-5:00 pm
Session #2: 7:00-8:30 pm
Please join Mike Runey as he shares his thoughts and his vision for our school, as well as answering any questions which you may have. Free childcare for current PCA students will be provided in the MPR between 3:30-5:00 pm for students whose parent(s) are attending the afternoon State of School session.
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Friday, January 24 at 8:20 am
Main Gym
Families are welcome to join us in the Main Gym to recognize our Lower School students for their Quarter 2 academic achievements. Contact
Sue McKenney (ext. 112) with questions.
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Saturday, January 25 at 9 am
Begins at Troiano Hall
Invite your friends or come see for yourself! The All-School Open House is a chance for new families (and current families!) to see what PCA holds for each child’s next step! Whether you’re a current family looking to see what’s ahead at the next academic level or you know a friend who is considering PCA, the All-School Open House is a perfect opportunity to take a closer look.
LEARN MORE.
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For a list of all of our current employment opportunities,
CLICK HERE.
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