OCCS News and Announcements
February 28, 2023
Spiritual Theme: Blessed to be a Blessing
Theme Song: Rejoice, O Pure in Heart
Theme Verse: Matthew 5:8 "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God."
The Herzog Foundation Teacher of the Year Award
The Herzog Foundation annually honors Christian educators with a Teacher of the Year award. The nomination period for this year’s award is now open and runs through Friday, March 10. If you are interested in nominating one of Orange City Christian’s wonderful teachers please do so here!

Mr. De Jong will be submitting nominations based on input from our students so if you have any comments to add about certain teachers, please email him at tdejong@occhristian.pvt.k12.ia.us. If you would prefer to submit your recommendation anonymously, use the following Google Form: https://forms.gle/M5VGtEiGe6L94VzD6.
Brick & Hammer Challenge
Thank you for your generous support of the building project! As a school we raised over $16,000! The winners of the challenge are:
  1. Kindergarten
  2. 4th Grade
  3. 3rd Grade
Lunch on Friday
This Friday, March 3 lunch will be Italian Dunkers, Marinara or Meat Sauce, Broccoli, Fruit & Milk.
Grandparents Day: Save the Date
Grandparents of K-8 students are invited to OCCS on Friday, April 21 from 9:30-Noon. A more detailed schedule will come at a later date.
Preschool Registration - Rescheduled
Preschool Registration is Thursday, March 2 from 5-6pm, for parents only. Doors will open at 4:30. Come in the school through the West front entrance, registration will be in the library. Remember to bring your child's birth certificate, filled out paperwork and $30 registration fee.
Available Positions - Resource Teacher & Art Teacher
Orange City Christian School is expanding its resource department and is looking at adding another resource teacher. We also need to hire a part time Art Teacher. If you or someone you know is interested, please send your resume and application to jalons@occhristian.pvt.k12.ia.us by March 3, 2023.
NO Costume Exchange this year
The city is not hosting the traditional costume exchange this year for tulip time. If you are in need of a costume for Tulip Festival, please be aware you will need to make other arrangements.