Dear PCA Families,
Last week, our Lower School students held a special chapel where they had the opportunity to honor and thank our volunteers for the thousands of hours of support that they provide to PCA each year. After the chapel, our volunteers were treated to a breakfast which was provided by our employees and served by our Junior High Student Council.
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To our volunteers, how can I even begin to add up all that you have done as a volunteer during the past year? From our Opening Day activities and receptions, to class birthday parties and celebrations, to field trips in support of our teachers, to the Gala and Annual Auction, you have made such a difference! I am continually thankful for your hard work and the hallmark of service to others that it identifies for our entire community-- our students, our faculty and staff, our friends and neighbors, and for the entire community. I pray God will continue to bless you and enable you to continue to bless others.
Warmly,
Dr. John Engstrom
Head of School
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Dear PCA Families and Friends,
I want to reinforce Dr. Engstrom’s thanks and support for our volunteers.
Community strength often becomes visible in crisis.
Think of citizens’ responses to the storms that recently ravaged our country: Harvey in Texas (2017), Maria in Puerto Rico (2017), and Michael in the Carolinas (2018). Locally, nationally, and globally we saw not only governments respond (as expected) but we also witnessed people make great acts of sacrifice and commitment to voluntarily help others both locally and from hundreds of miles away. Why did they do this? One reason has become increasingly clear: a great number of these men, women, and kids who moved into the crisis were Christians who were volunteering their time, talent, and treasure to help.
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Congratulations to 12-year-old Ally Brown (7A) for being accepted into Mensa earlier this month! To qualify for Mensa, Ally scored in the top 2% of the general population on an accepted standardized intelligence test. The three main purposes of Mensa are to (1) identify and foster human intelligence for the benefit of humanity, (2) encourage research in the nature, characteristics, and uses of intelligence, and (3) provide a stimulating intellectual and social environment for members. We are so proud of you, Ally, not only for your academic talents, but for your kind, loving spirit as well! Great job!
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PCA Alumnus Recruited for Recruitment Poster
Congratulations to Private First Class Max Perkins (PCA Class of 2018) for being chosen to represent the Marine Corps on Parris Island's most recent recruitment poster!
Oorah! Max graduated from the USMC boot camp in October where he was named the platoon's "Honor Grad" after he earned highest overall scores out of nearly 100 other recruits, and Max ranked 3rd out of approximately 600 recruits in the Lima Company. Once he has completed his active duty, Max will qualify for the GI Bill which will provide him with 6 years of free college education! Thank you, Max, for continuing to serve and protect our country!
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Sign up for Eagle Camp
and enjoy eight weeks of fun, creative, and educational day programs! In addition to Eagle Camp, PCA offers specialized programs for students of all ages. Each week of the summer offers something different – basketball and soccer camps, Fine Arts private and group lessons, academic tutoring with PCA teachers, plus Camp Invention is back for another week of exciting STEM programming!
MORE INFO
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Check in regularly for posts written by PCA faculty and staff related to education, parenting, and more!
Check out this week's post, written by College Planning Director Colleen Geller.
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This Evening
Thursday, April 11 at 6:30 pm
Upper School: Miller Room (Runey Hall)
Our host parents and guardians of our international students are welcome to join us at our monthly meeting. These gatherings are led by our International Student Adviser,
Sandra Croft, and will provide support and networking opportunities for our hosting families.
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Tomorrow
Friday, April 12 at 8:30 am
Invite your friends to join us for coffee, campus tours, and classroom visits! First Look Friday is a no-pressure opportunity for guests to take a First Look at PCA for their family.
LEARN MORE
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Deadline to Enter: Tuesday, April 16
Students from grades K-12 are invited to enter the Dover Public Library's 17th Annual Poetry Contest. Prizes will be awarded in 6 different grade categories, and PCA is often represented among the winners' circle!
LEARN MORE.
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IMPORTANT CLOSURE DATES in APRI
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Friday, April 19 (Good Friday)
Early Dismissal; No Aftercare Available
Monday, April 22-Friday, April 26
Spring Vacation; Campus Closed
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Saturday, April 27 at 7:00 am
Runey Hall: Board Room (second floor)
All dads are invited to a time of fellowship and prayer each month. The meetings will be held in the Board Room of Runey Hall on a Saturday morning.
CLICK HERE for the 2018-19 meeting dates. Contact
Anders Lund with questions.
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Thursday, May 2 from 8:25 - 9:00 am
Main Gym
Parents are welcome to join us during our All School Chapel to honor our country's National Day of Prayer. This year's national theme is "Love One Another" based on John 13:34 which challenges us to "Love one another: just as I have loved you." Please contact
Kim Cummings (ext. 123) with questions.
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Hilltop Fun Center
Friday, May 3 at 5:00-8:00 pm
Moms and Lower School sons are invited to the Hilltop Fun Center for 3 hours of
UNLIMITED
competition at the race track, mini golf course, climbing wall, driving range, bungee jumper, and laser tag arena! To top it off, you will be treated to pizza, soda, and dessert! Cost is $40 per mom and son pair, $17 for additional son.
REGISTER HERE
. Contact
Jodi Karnes
for more information.
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Saturday, May 4
Between 8:00 am and noon
Upper School: Front of Runey Hall
“Fathers in Prayer” is organizing and leading a Spring Clean-Up Work Day at PCA. All families and all ages are invited to come and share in preparing PCA for spring. Bring your rakes and work gloves! We'll provide water, fruit, and a cheery disposition! Contact
Anders Lund with questions.
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Saturday, May 4 from 6:00-10:00 pm
Grand March promptly begins at 5 pm
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Juniors and seniors are welcome to attend our annual prom which will be held at the Portsmouth Country Club. This year is a masquerade theme! Visitors are welcome to attend but will need to fill out a
visitor's form (available in the Upper School office) no later than April 29. Tickets are now on sale for $65/person. Contact
Sarah Carri (ext. 154) with questions.
**IMPORTANT: Students should arrive no later than 4:45 pm in order to line-up for the Grand March.
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Lower School's Visual Art Show
Thursday, May 9 from 3:00-5:30 pm
Note: If arriving after 4:00 pm, please enter the building through the side MPR door. Families are encouraged to join us for an afternoon of celebration and recognition of the creative visual expressions of our students in the K-8 Fine Arts program. The event will be held in the Lower School's lower level outside of the art classrooms. Please contact
Susie Stevens with questions or if you are able to help volunteer with set-up.
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Attention:4-Year-Old PCAP Students!
Thursday, May 9 from 9:30-11:00 am
Mothers of our preschool four-year-olds are welcome to join us for a special morning of celebrating our moms! Our centers for the morning will include manicures, jewelry making, planting, a photo booth, and an art station. Contact
Harlee Tuttle (ext. 113) with questions.
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Thursday, May 9 at 6:00 pm
Experience the Lower School in an interactive evening of STEAM exploration! Our Lower School Open House includes a campus tour, interactive activities, and casual conversation with PCA faculty.
LEARN MORE or REGISTER HERE
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Attention: 3-Year-Old PCAP Students!
Friday, May 10 at 11:00 am
Mothers of our preschool three-year-olds are welcome to join us for a special Mothers' Picnic (rain or shine). Bring a blanket and a bag lunch to share with your child. Contact
Harlee Tuttle (ext. 113) with questions.
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Friday, May 10 from 3:00-7:00 pm
Main Gym/Annex
Spring Fling is an annual, much-anticipated time for fun, games, activities, and food. The event runs on a ticket system, and all students will be able to purchase tickets at the door. More info coming soon! Contact
Sarah Carri
(ext. 154) with questions.
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New this year!
Friday, May 24-Friday, May 31
We are happy to announce that there will be a Spring Scholastic Book Fair for the first time at PCA! But the theme is still a closely guarded secret! Please plan on visiting our Lower School library to browse the selection of books for sale. Plus, there will be lots of fun activities that our students can enjoy. Stay tuned for more details!
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NH State law allows business organizations
and individuals
to make monetary donations to approved scholarship organizations. Form
2019 ED-02 needs to be sent to the NH Department of Revenue (per the instructions on the form) no later than May 31, 2019 to assist low-income families with scholarships in the 2019-2020 school year.
LEARN MORE
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Employment Opportunities
For a list of all of our current employment opportunities,
CLICK HERE.
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