Dear PCA Families,
He is risen! He is risen indeed!
I was recently reminded of this as I visited Ruth Brown's kindergarten class this week. Her students were asked to wonder about the meaning of Easter. They drew pictures and wrote their thoughts about "Why did Jesus die on the cross?" "Did the bad people know Jesus was going to heaven?" and " Why do we celebrate Easter?"
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The reality and the importance of Easter can't be overstated, even among the very youngest of our PCA students. Praise God for the provision of His Son for the benefit of all!
Over the next couple of weeks, several PCA students will be traveling to France, Spain, Costa Rica, as well as to Washington D.C. Please keep them in your prayers, along with the staff members who will be travelling with them. I hope that these trips will be meaningful to the students and help foster their relationship with God and with each other.
Have a great Easter celebration with your family!
Warmly,
Dr. John Engstrom
Head of School
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Dear PCA Friends and Families,
On the week we particularly remember the trial, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus and what it means for us, both individually and for our world, I want to tell you a little of my story. In short, I grew up an agnostic, and through God’s work over many seasons, I follow Him today. May you be encouraged.
First and foremost, I identify as a Christian, a follower of Jesus and the God of the Bible. I have not always been so. Today, half a century on this earth, I am very much still on a faith journey.
Over the next few weeks, I would like to share with you my testimony in four parts.
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Grades 7-8 Track & Field Team Has Great Week!
Last week was a great week for our Grades 7-8 Track & Field Team during the meet held at Portsmouth Middle School! The PCA team of just 8 members placed third overall in the competition against nine other schools. Congratulations to our Boys Relay Team (pictured above) for placing 1st in the 4x200 meter! Congratulations to our 4x100M Relay Team which placed 3rd! And a special congratulations to Luke O'Halloran, Gunner Burgess (8B), Ivan Sturgis, and Tim Kelm for qualifying for the Championship Meet held at the end of next month! Great job, Eagles!
Pictured L to R:
Tim Kelm
(7B),
Ivan Sturgis
(7B),
Tim Lam
(8A), and
Luke O'Halloran
(8A)
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PCA Junior
Teams Up with Great Bay Rowing
Best wishes to PCA junior Audrey Smith
(pictured on far left) as she launches into the spring season with Great Bay Rowing!
Great Bay Rowing is comprised of athletes from schools such as Dover High School, Oyster River, St. Thomas, Berwick Academy, and Newburyport. In the fall season, Audrey's boats had a successful season by having strong finishes at the Head of the Fish Regatta in New York and at the NH Championships in Pembroke, NH, as well as a 3rd place finish at the New England Championships and a 2nd place finish at the Textile River Regatta. Great work, Audrey!
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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 Stephen Foley, Upper School English Teacher and Dean of Men:
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We can finally see our lawns again after a long winter! Add a pop of color by hosting a Yard Sign for our upcoming Open House. Signs will be available at the Lower School and Upper School reception desks. Thank you for helping us spread the word!
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Volunteers Needed for The Upcoming
Lower School Art Show
Help is needed after the morning drop-off on Monday (May 6), Tuesday (May 7), and/ or Wednesday (May 8) to set-up for the upcoming Art Show on Thursday, May 9. Please contact
Susie Stevens
if you are able to help or have questions.
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Beginning Next Month!
PCA is proud to host TWO off-season basketball development clinics for students who will be entering grades 1-12 next year. We are offering a 9-week shooting clinic (grades 5-12) as well as a "Play>Practice" development clinic (grades 1-12).
LEARN MORE
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Tomorrow!
Friday, April 19 (Good Friday)
Early Dismissal;
No Aftercare Available
Monday, April 22 thru Friday, April 26
Spring Vacation; Campus Closed. Enjoy your time off!
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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 the Upper School's 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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Last One of the 2018-19 School Year!
Thursday, May 2 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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Hilltop Fun Center
Friday, May 3 at 5:00-8:00 pm
Registration Deadline: Monday, April 29
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 by Monday, April 29.
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. Contact
Susie Stevens with questions.
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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
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UPPER SCHOOL
Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm
Main Gym
Families are welcome to join us for our Upper School Spring Concert. The dress attire is "Concert Attire." Students should arrive by 6:00 pm to their designated classroom to warm-up. Contact
Carroll Stevens with questions.
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Last One of the 2018-19 School Year!
Friday, May 17 at 1:30 pm
Upper School: Miller Room (Runey Hall)
All parents are welcome to join Dr. Connie Lawrence for her final LIFE Series lecture. She will be discussing "Finding Spiritual Engagement & Learning," from deciding how to act responsibly to planning for college and more! Prior LIFE Series attendance is not necessary in order to attend this session.
MORE INFO.
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Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 pm
Friday, May 24 at 6:30 pm
Saturday, May 25 Matinee at 1:00 pm
Mary Poppins, set in England in 1910, is the story of an unforgettable, Practically Perfect nanny who profoundly impacts not only her young charges, Jane and Michael Banks, but also their parents and entire household!
READ MORE. Tickets are available at the door. $15/adults and $12/student.
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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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Deadline: Friday, May 31
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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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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Employment Opportunities
For a list of all of our current employment opportunities,
CLICK HERE.
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Portsmouth Christian Academy | 603.742.3617 | pcaschool.org
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