1/4/21 ~ Parent Newsletter |
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Mrs. Britton,
Principal
Dear Beloved Community,
Welcome back and Happy New Year wishes to you all. My prayer is that you had a peaceful and restful break. In a devotional that I was recently navigating, the author defined a truly thankful person as a truly peaceful person, stating that this person will have a habit, no matter what, to notice, pause and choose to be thankful. This definition reminded me of the passage in Philippians 4: 6-7, “The peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
I keep a special journal where, as I complete devotions and Bible studies, I jot down ideas, thoughts and verses that resonate with me. Another quote that I have recorded in my journal is one by theologian, Martin Luther. In his preface to the letter of St. Paul to the Romans he states, “Faith is a living unshakable confidence in God’s grace; it is so certain that someone would die a thousand times for it. This kind of trust in and knowledge of God’s grace makes a person joyful, confident and happy with regard to God and all creatures. This is what the Holy Spirit does by faith.”
Now going back to the definition that states a truly thankful person is a truly peaceful person – even when the circumstances are puzzling, unpleasant, or even tumultuous, through our faith in Christ Jesus, we can still have peace and joy as we place our hope in God - knowing that he fulfills every good and perfect promise he makes.
This is my prayer for us all as a beloved community entering 2021; that regardless of what circumstances we find ourselves in, we will trust in God’s promises and that our faith in Him will bring us all peace and true Christian joy.
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence so that we may receive mercy and grace to help us in our time of need.” Hebrews 4:16
Beloved and Abiding
May our community abide in Jesus as his beloved so that we experience and share his hope, joy, and gratefulness.
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Ongoing Safety Improvements at Three Points |
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Our wonderful Mr. Baker and Facilities Team have installed fans in our Pod classrooms. This improvement will make it possible for us to keep all exterior doors locked and closed, and still allow for air ventilation, keeping our students, faculty and staff safe. Thank you, Facilities Team!
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Online Creativity
Our preschool teachers are thrilled to meet with your precious children daily. Students begin their day with a morning meeting, with many of the same elements as when school is in person.
We pray, talk about the weather, read books, practice sight words, sing songs, count days, rhyme words, share favorite items from home (those that start with “O” or are green), and so much more. Although we are not together in the same room, we can work on social-emotional skills and have fun!
Beyond our morning meetings, learning at home activities encompass Bible Stories, writing and Zoophonics, math, science, art, and more. They are exciting and rich learning opportunities. It's a joy to teach your children!
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Week of Jan. 4 - Online Learning |
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Welcome to a new week of learning! |
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Early Release Day
Reminder: Next Tuesday 1/12 is a scheduled Early Release Day. School will dismiss two hours early.
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COVID-19
NEW: Washington State is starting a new program to help people who have to isolate or quarantine.
Learn more about the "Care Connect Washington" program and view additional COVID-19-related information on our
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The BCS Sora Online Library is an important resource for students because it provides access to ebooks and audiobooks curated for our Christian community. You can learn more about it and other resources here.
BCS students also have a KCLS student account. Your student can add KCLS to their BCS Sora online library, so they can check out titles from this library as well (this is especially beneficial if your student speaks another language, such as Korean or Vietnamese.)
In addition, our JH/HS librarian, Pamela Johnson, recommends the Tumble Book Library on the KCLS website. This online resource for elementary school students provides video storybooks, ebooks, and audiobooks, graphic novels, as well as reading comprehension games. Please reach out to Librarian Pamela Johnson if you need help, such as getting your student’s KCLS student number, by emailing her at pjohnson@bellevuechristian.org. Happy Reading!
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This holiday season and throughout the year, you have the opportunity to help support our mission with your everyday shopping by automatically donating a percentage of your purchases to Bellevue Christian using one of the programs on our website.
Find out how you can participate today!
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Start 2021 with school spirit!
Visit our online store to get BCS Vikings gear in some of the best brands like Nike, Ogio, and Adidas!
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Jan.
1/4 - Week of Online Learning
1/11 - Return to In-Person Learning
Week of 1/11 - Geography Bee
1/12 - Early Release, 12:53 pm dismissal, No PM Preschool
1/13 - PTF E-Board meeting, 8:40am
1/18 - No School, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
1/20 - Virtual PTF gathering, 6pm
1/29 - No School, Professional Development Day
Feb.
2/9 - Early Release Day, 2 hrs early, No PM Preschool
2/10 - PTF E-Board meeting, 8:40am
2/12-2/15 - No School, Presidents Day Break
2/23 - Early Release Day, 2 hrs early, No PM Preschool
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7800 NE 28th St., Medina, WA 98039 (425) 454-3977
Admissions: (425) 460-3300
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