February 25, 2022
News and Updates from HCS
Seeking Board Candidates

The Heritage Board of Directors election is coming up in May and there are several open positions. If you love Jesus, believe in the mission and vision of Heritage, and are looking for a way to serve the school, please reach out to Natasha Miller, Board President, for more information and an application. 

Each Board term is a three year commitment, with monthly Board meetings on the fourth Thursday evening of the month. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 11, and interviews will take place with the Board at the end of March. 
Spirit Week - March 7-11

Start planning your outfits for Spirit Week on March 7-11. Following are the dress up days for that week:

March 7: My Team Monday – Support your favorite team by wearing gear to represent them!
March 8: Top of Your Head Tuesday – Wear your favorite hat or hood to cover the top of your head.
March 9: Wacky Wednesday – Show off your style with whatever wacky combinations you like.
March 10: Thrive Thursday – Celebrate Heritage and our year’s theme of Thrive by sporting your Heritage gear!
March 11: Freedom Friday – Be creative in celebrating America and the freedoms we have.
7/8th Grade Creation Museum Trip - 2 Male Chaperones Still Needed!

Every other year, our 7th and 8th grade students have the opportunity to take a trip to the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter in Kentucky. This trip serves as a means to wrap up students’ time at Heritage with an event that is both fun and purposeful by visiting a museum that supports what students have been taught – undergirding their knowledge of History and Science from a biblical perspective. After having to cancel the trip 2 years ago due to COVID, this year it's back on the schedule for April 7-9. A couple of requests as we anticipate this trip:

  • We're still looking for 2 more male chaperones so if you're a dad of a 7th or 8th grader and able to help out, please reach out to Dave Munson.
  • The trip costs roughly $350/student and this year one of the items on the Educating for Eternity Silent Auction will be the opportunity to help fund this trip for our families. If you or someone you know may be interested in this, please be watching for that information at our Gala on March 5.
  • Please be in prayer for our 33 students,12 chaperones, and Mr. Munson as they prepare for this trip; for logistics, safety, receptive hearts, and an enjoyable experience!
Educating for Eternity Gala - Sat, March 5 - Today's the Last Day to Order Tickets!

Tickets are now on sale for Educating for Eternity! To purchase tickets, go to https://onecau.se/_dau. Tickets may be purchased individually for $25, by couple for $45, or by table of 8 for $150. IMPORTANT: When you first purchase tickets, you won't be able to add your guest(s) name. However, when you receive your email confirmation, click on the "Update Tickets" link to add your guest's name and contact information. Space is limited this year, so don't wait!
What Happened in Chapel this Week?

This week in Chapel PreK-4th grade students finished their series on what it means to be an Order Discoverer. Pastor Will Bankston from One Ancient Hope, shared with students examples of God’s orderliness in the world around us. He taught students a new word, Telos – which in Greek means goal or purpose. He shared that God in his perfect order has designed creation to have an order and purpose. He shared examples of acorns and tadpoles having a purpose – to become oak trees or frogs – just like we as image bearers have a very clear purpose, to bring glory to God. He challenged students to, “find their telos” in the ways they can bring glory to God.

5th grade through middle school students finished the month in small group Bible studies looking at and studying about God’s order and design.

Next month, we’ll begin a new monthly throughline as we examine what it means to be a Justice Seeker. Students will learn that the world is not as God intended it to be and everything in creation is tainted by sin. As Justice Seekers, students can respond to God’s call to act as agents of restoration by understanding, respecting, and acting to bring healing to the hurts of others. Please pray that God opens the eyes and ears of our students to see the injustices in our world around them and seek His will in pursuing ways to alleviate the hurt and pain of people impacted by those injustices.
Open Positions for the 2022-23 School Year

We're currently recruiting for the following possible open positions for the 2022-23 school year. (Some due to adding a section and some due to uncertainty of teachers returning).

  • First Grade Teacher
  • Third Grade Teacher
  • Middle School Language Arts & Literature Teacher

If you or someone you know may be interested, please visit the Employment page on our website and click on the position for a job description, complete the Application for Employment along with the Associated Questions and submit to Scott Montgomery.
Finance and Enrollment Coordinator Position - Spread the Word!

We're looking for a Finance and Enrollment Coordinator to join our team effective immediately. If you or someone you know is interested, visit our website to see the job description and fill out the support staff application and submit that along with a cover letter and resume to Scott Montgomery. Spread the word!
Missions

Many of you may recognize these two faces, but for those of you that don’t… Miss Mysnyk is a former Heritage student and teacher, and she is currently serving as a global worker. Anani is the sweet boy from Togo that we sponsor as a school through Compassion International. We encourage you to be praying for them, as we continue to pray for them at school with your children. Students will be given a card (see below) to remind them to pray as well. Students are welcome to contribute towards Anani’s sponsorship (through Compassion International) through giving money at chapel during offering. Thank you!
 
“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17

Please pray for:
·        Protection (physical, spiritual, emotional, etc.)
·        Boldness (to share Jesus authentically and powerfully)
·        Peace (people of peace to help share the Good News)
·        Assurance (that God is with them and is for them)
Sports Update

Track season is right around the corner and we're excited that Jim Turnbough and Sarah Franje will be coaching our track athletes again this year. If your 5th-8th grade student is interested in participating this year, please email Mr. Harshman (harshmanj@hcs-nl.com) and turn in the following forms by Thursday, March 10:

  1. Athletic Participation Fee Form ($40/athlete for track)
  2. Heritage Christian School Athletic Contract
  3. Insurance Waiver
  4. Emergency Medical Authorization
  5. Iowa Athletic Pre-Participation Physical Examination
  6. Heads Up Concussion Form
  7. Track Permission Form
Upcoming Events

Report Cards Go Home
Fri, March 4

Educating for Eternity (EFE) Gala
Sat, March 5

Bluebird Restaurant "Day"
Tues, March 8
Bluebird Cafe - NL

No School
March 14-18
Spring Break

Mid-Trimester
April 14

No School
Fri, April 15
Good Friday

Progress Reports Go Home
Thurs, April 21

Grandparents Day
Fri, April 22
School Dismisses at 11:30am
Heritage Christian School exists to serve Christ by partnering with parents to provide biblically faithful, academically excellent education. The vision of Heritage Christian School is to be a leader in developing passionate life long learners committed to Christ.

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