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January 6 Berkeley Hills Campus Weekly Update Calendar All-School Announcements A Message from Mrs. Hyland Important Reminders Activities & Events Lunches & Snacks Connection Points

CALENDAR

Jan 6 - Welcome back! Jan 7 - Musical rehearsal at Berkeley Hills, grades 5-6 Jan 10 - 5th Grade Created In Love Jan 10 - Snowman Day, wear winter hat, scarf, gloves, and a carrot nose :) Jan 13 - Parent Association Meeting, 9:00 am, held at the Mt. Nebo campus Jan 14 - Musical rehearsal at Berkeley Hills, grades 5-6 Jan 15 - Meet & Greet with Mr. Paul Fisher, 7:00 pm, held at the Mt. Nebo Cafe Jan 16 - Eco-Explorer Club begins Jan 17 - Sixth Grade Steps Up to Mt. Nebo Jan 17 - End of Second Quarter Jan 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day NO SCHOOL Jan 21 - Musical rehearsal at Berkeley Hills, grades 5-6 Jan 23 - PS3 parents invited to Learning Through Literature Jan 24 - PK4 parents and students Track Up to Kindergarten Jan 24 - Sixth grade to convention center Jan 24 - Slipper Day, wear your favorite pair! Jan 28 - Musical Rehearsal at Berkeley Hills, grades 5-6

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ALL-SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

PARENT ASSOCIATION MEETING January 13 at 9:00 am Held at the Mt. Nebo Campus in the Student Union Connect with other parents and the mission of the school through the Eden Parent Association. Questions? Contact PA president, Vicki Bonzo at vicki@vlbonzo.com

MEET & GREET WITH MR. PAUL FISHER January 15 7:00-8:15 pm Mt. Nebo Cafe

You are invited to meet Mr. Paul Fisher! The evening will begin at 7:00 with Paul's opening message , followed by a 30-minute question and answer session . The remainder of our time together will be informal conversation and refreshments concluding at 8:15. We hope to see you there! Invitations were emailed to all Eden parents on January 1. Questions for the Meet & Greet can be submitted HERE .

2020-2021 NEW STUDENT/SIBLING ENROLLMENT   Would you like to enroll a child not currently attending Eden? New student enrollment is now open!   It’s easy to complete the  ONLINE APPLICATION HERE . If you have a current Eden student that will be re-enrolled during February Re-Enrollment, you will select the  Additional Student Application   for the new student you wish to enroll.   Questions?   Please contact Nanette Curtis at 412-364-8055 or  ncurtis@edenca.org   Note: Re-enrollment of current students begins in February.

A MESSAGE FROM MRS. HYLAND

Dear Berkeley Hills families, The faculty and staff would like to thank all of the families for the wonderful Christmas blessing . We greatly appreciate your continued commitment to Christian education at Eden Christian Academy. May the Lord continue to bless you! We pray your Christmas holiday was filled with joy and the assurance of hope in Christ. We are so thankful for our Berkeley Hills Parent Association.  We are grateful for the special staff breakfast you prepared before our Christmas break. What a wonderful way to start our day!  Many thanks to Jodi Brooks for leading our PA and to all the parents who are involved . As we begin 2020, I'm reminded of the scripture verses in Ephesians 4:22-24. The author, Paul, tells us to put away our old life - our life before we were believers. We can renew our minds and spirits and encourage one another in our commitment to Christ. I pray that each and every one of our families are blessed in the coming new year. You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV) Blessings, Mrs. Hyland Berkeley Hills Principal

2019 Christmas Concert It was a night of celebration as our elementary students shared their voices and musical talents to honor the birth of Jesus, our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace! Click to enjoy the video from this glorious evening.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

Recess and Cooler Weather   We will continue to go outside for recess in the cooler weather.  Please be sure that your child has the appropriate clothing - jacket, hat, gloves, scarf.

Health Reminder   If your child has been ill, please remember that they should be fever-free for 24 hours before returning to school.

ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

5th Grade Created in Love January 10 1:00-2:00 pm held at the Wexford Campus   What are God's principals for our bodies, our spirits, and social interactions with our peers? Fifth grade boys and girls will attend separate classes with a parent or close relative to learn about God's plan for them from Jamie Kendrew (boys) and Amy Scheuring (girls). The event will take place at our Wexford Campus.

6th Grade Steps Up to Mt. Nebo January 17   Your sixth grade student will experience life at the upper school including a tour of the campus, an opportunity to sit in a class, lunch, and more! Event details were emailed to sixth grade parents today!

2020 Box Tops Contest January 21-February 14   Start collecting points now for our winter contest. Watch for contest details coming soon.

RSVP Today! PS3 Invited to Learning Through Literature (LTL) January 23 8:30 am and 12:20 pm Parents, you are invited to visit LTL, a hands-on program u niquely designed at Eden integrating STEM initiatives and learning through purposeful play. Learn how your child can thrive in LTL through exciting and developmentally appropriate exposure to pre-reading and pre-writing. NEW THIS YEAR! All attendees will receive a book Invite a friend to join you on January 23 If your invited guest comes back for a tour of Eden, you'll receive a gift card Read all the details in your invitation emailed today. RSVP HERE.

PS4 Makes Tracks to Kindergarten January 24 AM Class at 8:35 | PM Class at 12:20 Parents, you are invited to join your child and track on up to Kindergarten and a brand new adventure! You'll have enjoy hands-on activities, explore the classroom, and have an opportunity to ask questions. Your invitation was emailed today.

LUNCHES & SNACKS

Hot Lunches   Go to Campus Cuisine Use school access code ECA412 to create your user account Order!  Questions?  Contact Joyce Ricci at jricci@edenca.org     ORDER HOT LUNCH

Ice Cream Tuesdays Benefits the Discovery Program   Ice cream for only $1.00 will be available on Tuesdays at lunch. Proceeds benefit the Discovery Program.

Friday Lunch Snack Cart Benefits student assemblies Snacks will be available during lunches for .50 or $1 and will include healthier options such as baked chips!

CONNECTION POINTS

VOLUNTEERING AT EDEN January Recess Volunteers  Looking for a way to earn those volunteer hours? You can help recess run smoothly. It's easy to SIGN UP ONLINE. Questions? Please contact Joyce Ricci at jricci@edenca.org Volunteer Clearances Eden volunteers must provide all required clearances along with the signed Volunteer Registration Form to your campus volunteer coordinator prior to volunteering. Here are important links for volunteer clearances: Eden Christian Academy Volunteer Policy  -  for the policy details, who needs clearances, and what clearances are required Volunteer Clearance Instructions & Links  -  to obtain required clearances Eden Christian Academy Volunteer Registration Form

ART ROOM HELPERS   Would you enjoy cutting paper, organizing supplies, putting up and removing hall displays , and other similar activities? Ms. Lowery looking for you!   Art room helpers are welcome any day and any time! Ms. Lowery will work around your schedule. If interested, please email elowery@edenca.org

EDEN PHOTOS Send your great Eden event and athletic photos to us at: edenphotos@edenca.org   Submissions must include your name, campus, date, and event details with the photos.   Photos submitted may be included on Eden's website, Facebook, Instagram or yearbook. Student first names may appear; we do not tag or use last names of current Eden students on social media. edenphotos@edenca.org

2019-2020 YEARBOOK    The Berkeley Hills Yearbook provides 40 full-color pages that capture all the memories! It's easy to order online at www.jostens.com. Paper order forms are available in the office. Don't forget to send your great event and athletics photos to edenphotos@edenca.org for possible placement in the yearbook!

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