Dear PCA Families and Friends,
November begins a season of thankfulness here at PCA. Over the coming days and weeks you can expect to see and hear gratitude, appreciation, and thankfulness coming from our students and faculty.
To start,
we are thankful for an overwhelmingly successful fall sports season for our athletes and teams. During this week's Fall Athletic Banquet, each coach highlighted his/her team's achievements and then recognized the athletes who were Most Improved, Most Valuable, and Mighty in Spirit.
CLICK HERE
to read about our award recipients
A special thank you to all of our coaches for the love, time, dedication, and Christ-like example that they demonstrated to our athletes throughout the fall season. Thank you, as well, to our parents--we could not have done this without you! And to our athletes: Thank you, Eagles, for representing our school with such integrity and sportsmanship--we are all proud of you!
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We are also especially
thankful for our veterans and their families. As our nation commemorates Veterans' Day this weekend,
please share with your child(ren) the importance of honoring and remembering the men and women who have served our country faithfully. We appreciate how they prevailed in battle and maintained the fragile peace. Thank you as well to our students and volunteers who made our
Veteran's Day chapel so memorable, for US Navy Captain David Hunt (our guest speaker), and visiting veterans. God bless you each and all. Thank you for your service.
Last but not least, we are
thankful for
Grace Thorson,
Katie Poole, and their small army of volunteer parents and students who are putting the final touches on our fall theater production.
Next week, be sure to join us for "Honk, Jr." performed by our very own Lower School PCA Players!
Show times are
Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 at 6:30 pm, as well as
Saturday, November 16 at 2:00 pm . Tickets are on sale at the door for $10/adult and $8/students (faculty and staff may attend one show for free).
CLICK HERE for a story synopsis. See you there, and thanks to all who are adding another chapter in PCA's storied fine arts history.
In closing, we are so
thankful for so many good things happening at PCA; most of all, we thank our Lord for each of you.
Mike Runey
Head of School
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Online Order Deadline for Campus Pick-Up: Monday, November 11
Deadline for Home Delivery: Saturday, November 30
There is less than a week left to order your holiday wreaths if you would like to pick-up your wreath at PCA (free delivery!) Pick-up will be held on Friday, November 22 from 2:30-7:00 pm at the side door of Runey Hall. This year, from 2:30-3:45 pm, park on the far end of the Upper School parking lot, and Junior Class members will bring your order to you!
ORDER HERE; use
PCA group code: R53BA7 when ordering. If you have questions, please contact
Cy Karnes (ext. 154).
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Thank you to all of you who donated towards this year's "End 68 Hours of Hunger!" Our seventh graders collected 3,050 items this year which they delivered to the warehouse in Dover last week. We are proud and grateful to report that our school has been the biggest donor in the region for the past couple of years! Great job to our seventh graders for spearheading this meaningful project! Go, Eagles!
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Christmas Decorating Committee Volunteers on Monday, December 2 and Tuesday,
December 3
Lexia Dismissal Group Volunteers needed weekly from 2:30-3:15 pm
Substitute Lunch Volunteers needed from 11:45 am -12:45 pm.
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"Home is where the Heart is: My School, My Town, My State."
This year's Auction Art Contest theme centers around "Home." Our family home and our school home provide the foundation for whom we become. We hope you will submit a piece of art-- any form of medium is welcome.
LEARN MORE.
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Host Families Needed!
If you have thought about hosting but were hesitant to make that full year commitment, we have an opportunity for you! We are seeking host families for our 16 week S. Korean program (now-February 15). Students are 9-12 years old. Host families may take one or two students and will receive a stipend of $1,000/month per student. Contact
Diane Sipp (ext. 155) for more information.
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Calling All Shoppers!
Do you like "Window Shopping?" Join our Auction Procurement Team and visit area businesses to obtain donated items or gift cards for our auction. You will not be required to do any cold calling!
LEARN MORE.
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NO SCHOOL
School will not be in session on
Friday, November 8 nor on
Monday, November 11. During this 4-day weekend, please share with your student the importance of honoring and remembering the men and women who have served our country both in war and in peaceful times.
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Upcoming Yearbook Deadlines
Monday, November 11
As a reminder, senior portraits and "Then and Now" pictures for the yearbook are due next week.
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Thursday, November 14 at 6:30 pm
Runey Hall: Miller Room
Seniors and their parents are strongly encouraged to attend this presentation given by Financial Aid experts from the NH Higher Education Assistance Foundation. Please contact
Tara Hatfield (ext. 153) with questions.
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Deadline to Register:
Thursday, November 14 at 11:59 pm
Ski and Snowboard Club registration is now open! For full details for grades K-12, please
CLICK HERE. Contact
Jodi Karnes (ext. 119) with any questions.
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HOS Mike Runey to Visit Group!
Thursday, November 14 at 6:30 pm
Runey Hall: Board Room
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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Thursday, November 14 at 6:30 pm
Friday, November 15 at 6:30 pm
Saturday, November 16 at 2:00 pm
Main Gym
Honk Jr. the musical, the jazzy, snazzy version of Hans Christian Andersen's beloved tale- "The Ugly Duckling"- will be performed by our Lower School (grades 4-8) acting ensemble. Tickets are $8/student and $10/adult; tickets are available at the door. Contact
Katie Poole with questions.
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New Date:
Friday, November 15 at 1:30 pm
Junior High Resource Room
All parents are welcome to join us for Dr. Connie Lawrence's second LIFE series session of the school year. She will speak on "Memory Tricks to Make It Stick." Please register at the Lower School receptionist's desk or by contacting
Sue McKenney (ext. 112).
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Lower School Deadline:
Friday, November 15
Upper School Deadline:
Monday, November 18
Each classroom is filling shoe boxes, and these boxes not only bless children but play an important role in helping spread the Gospel. Help spread the cheer!
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Women's Varsity & JV Basketball:
Monday, November 18 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Main Gym
Men's Varsity & JV Basketball:
Monday, November 25 from 5:00-7:00 pm
Main Gym
Men's & Women's Varsity Track:
Monday, December 2 from 3:30-5:15 pm
Gym Lobby
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Order Deadline:
Monday, November 18 at 11:59 pm EST
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Wednesday, November 20
Call Backs: Thursday, November 21
PCA students in grades 9-12 are welcome to audition from 3:30-5:30 pm in Troiano Hall for our Black Box Theatre production. Details and sign-ups are available in the Upper School Library. The production dates are Thursday, February 6 through Saturday, February 8. Contact
Katie Poole with questions.
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Friday, November 22 from 7-9:00 pm
Troiano Hall
All Upper School students are invited to attend our first Coffee House of the school year. Come enjoy a relaxing evening of entertainment, refreshments, and coffee. General Admission for students is $5 and $3 for performers. This event is intended for our Upper School students and faculty/staff only. Contact
Cy Karnes (ext. 154) with questions.
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Friday, November 22 at 9:00 pm
Troiano Hall
For the first time EVER, the Upper School is having a lock-in! Come for a night of movies, games, and fun activities. There is a $10 entrance fee that includes all activities, pizza, snacks, and breakfast. Pick-up time is Saturday, November 23 at 6:00 am. Permission forms can be
downloaded HERE. Contact
Cy Karnes (ext. 154) with questions.
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Friday, November 29
Women's Game starts at 5:00 pm
Men's Game starts at 6:30 pm
Come join us to cheer on the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Teams as they take on our very own PCA Alumni in our main gym! Contact
Derek Summers
with questions.
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Employment Opportunities
For a list of all of our current employment opportunities,
CLICK HERE.
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The PCA Athletic Department is looking for basketball coaches! There has been very strong interest among our students to play basketball this year, and we have coaching needs at the Lower School, Junior High, and Upper School levels. We are looking to fill both head and assistant coaching positions. If you or someone you know might be interested, please contact
Derek Summers.
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