OCCS News and Announcements
March 30, 2023
Spiritual Theme: Blessed to be a Blessing
Theme Song: Like a River Glorious
Theme Verse: Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."
Office Closed - Thursday afternoon
The whole school will be attending the the 7th & 8th grade musical on Thursday afternoon. The TRIP office will also be closed. You will not be able to pick up your child/children between these hours. The office will close at 1:00pm. It will reopen around 3:00pm.
Food Drive
Our next chapel will be held on Tuesday, April 4, at 1:20. It is about being a peacemaker, showing love and justice in times of hurt or conflict.  We are asking students to bring  items for the Orange City Food pantry to their classrooms for this chapel. In contacting the Food Pantry, we discovered that their supplies are becoming depleted going into the spring, and often donations are less. We can really fill a need. Here is a list of ideas for items that they tusually need.  If you would like, please bring items in any time on or before Tuesday. Thanks!!! 
  • flour, sugar, vegetable oil
  • Canned veggies and fruits
  • jelly or jam or fruit spread 
  • oatmeal, boxed cereals
  • canned soups and stews 
  • canned meats (tuna, chicken, salmon, etc.) 
  • pasta, rice, beans, mixes to put with meat
  • toilet paper, paper towels, facial tissues  
  • toothpaste, toothbrushes, hand soap, shampoo
New Staff for the 2023-24 school year
We would like to share information on the new staff hired for the 2023-24 school year.
  • Allison Timmermans as our new kindergarten teacher.
  • Heidi Griess will be a new resource teacher.
  • Courtney Hellinga will be the new TRIP Coordinator/Administrative Assistant and is already working in the office.
Jr. High Musical
Our 7th/8th graders are excited to bring you the songs and moves of the East High Wildcats in this upbeat production! We hope you can join us TODAY at 1:30 & 7:00 p.m.

Additionally...if you want to participate in the dances and cheers from your seat, we will be selling sets of red pom-poms at the door for $5. Join us in cheering on the Wildcats!
Homework Club
The club is open to 1st – 8th graders who need extra help/ time completing their homework.
Homework club meets Monday – Thursday from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM in a designated classroom. Upper level students may leave when homework is completed. Lower-level students will be expected to stay till 4:30 PM.
Contact Ms. Smidt if you need more information. csmidt@occhristian.pvt.k12.ia. us
Job openings for 2023-24 school year
Orange City Christian School is looking to fill a few positions for the 2023-24 school year. Applicants should complete the Faculty Application Form. If you or someone you know is interested, please send your resume and application to jalons@occhristian.pvt.k12.ia.us.

Open Positions:
Art Teacher
TRIP News:
  • School year TRIP hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:00am - 3:30pm. and Wednesday and Friday from 8:00am - 12:30pm.
  • Find information about the OCCS TRIP program on our website by clicking the following link: OCCS TRIP Website
  • Need help using the RaiseRight app? Check out the following webpage for more information: https://www.raiseright.com/