January 25, 2023
Bible Verse for 2022-2023: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. – Isaiah 43:2
Second Quarter Honors
Congratulations to all the students who made the Honor and Merit Roll for the Second Quarter. The honor roll is posted on OnCampus. When you log in, click on the link for Resources and scroll down to 2022 Second Quarter Honors.
Athletic Department News

Varsity Girls' Basketball in the News
Read the story about the Varsity Girls' Basketball team on the IAAM Sports website. They have a big game today at St. Mary's Annapolis – the only other undefeated B Conference team, JV at 4:00 pm and Varsity at 5:45 pm. Read the story here: https://www.iaamsports.com/Concordia_Hoops

Boys’ Basketball Spirit Night Tonight
The SGA is sponsoring a Spirit Night for Boys' Basketball tonight. Cheer on the teams as they take on St. Johns Catholic Prep. The JV game starts at 4:30 pm and the Varsity game follows at 6:00 pm. The theme is "Throwback". Wear your favorite throwback jersey or dress up from your favorite past decade. There will be a special performance by the Saints Steppers at halftime of the varsity game.

Games This Week
Friday, January 27: Boys’ Basketball at St. Mary’s Annapolis, JV at 4:00 pm and Varsity at 5:45 pm, Girls’ Basketball at home vs. Gerstell JV at 4:30 and Varsity at 6:00 pm, MS Boys’ Basketball A at 4:45 pm and B at 3:45 pm Teams at Glenelg Country School, MS Girls Basketball A at 3:45 pm and B at 4:45 pm Teams at Glenelg Country School . 
Dress-Down Day on Friday, January 27, 2023
Friday, January 27, CPS will host a dress-down day to benefit the Bid For Kids Auction! The cost to dress down is $5, payable that morning. All clothing items must be clean, neat, modest, and of good fit and repair. No leggings or yoga pants are allowed to be worn. School apparel from other private or public schools may not be worn during the school day.  
Re-Enrollment for 2023-2024
Re-enrollment for next year is underway. February 10, 2023, is the deadline to complete the steps to secure your student's spot for the 2023-2024 school year. On Thursday, February 16, 2023, all Association of Independent Maryland School (AIMS) members will be extending admissions offers to new students for the 2023-2024 school year. In advance of this date, we need to gather accurate re-enrollment information in order to make these offers. If your student is in good standing, your re-enrollment contract can be found in OnCampus. 

As always, we are happy to answer any questions you may have as you consider the upcoming school year. If there is anything we can do to help, please reach out.


Campus Ministry Update
NewThing is sponsoring some upcoming fellowship opportunities for students and families!
Family Bowling on Sunday, February 5 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Open to all Concordia Prep students and families. You must have a parent, grandparent, or guardian over 18 register with every student family that participates.$20 per person.Space is limited.

Register/Pre-Pay to Bowl!
NewThing Church
And for those who don’t have a church home, all are welcome to NewThing worship gatherings…
Link to Livestream
2023 Alumni, Parents, and Friends Bull and Oyster Roast – Last Call for Tickets
Join the BLS/CPS Alumni Association at the annual BLS/CPS Alumni Bull and Oyster Roast on Saturday, January 28, 2023, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm at Rosedale Gardens, 8037 Philadelphia Rd, Baltimore, MD 21237.

Ticket sales close tomorrow, Thursday, January 26. Very limited tickets will be available at the door for $60.

Order Your Yearbook for the 2022-2023 School Year

Click on the link above and search for Concordia Preparatory School. Yearbooks arrive in the fall and will be disbursed to students from the main office. Students will be notified through the announcements when the yearbooks are ready to be picked up.
PTL News

Senior Banners
Senior Banners will be on sale through Friday, January 27th...THAT'S THIS FRIDAY! The cost of each banner is $30 and payment can be made via Venmo, Cash App or Cash. Checks are NOT accepted. Complete the link below to order your banner. If you have any questions, please email the PTL- ptl@concordiaprepschool.org 
 
Banner order form: https://forms.gle/6xjzJzn5abTGRWFg6 
 
Senior Dinner
Save the Date: The PTL will host a Senior Dinner on Friday, March 24th at 7:15pm in the cafeteria. Each senior will be free and they may purchase tickets for 2 guests. More information and a registration link to be sent in early March. 
 
Pastries With Parents
This well-loved PTL event is finally back. Hosted by the PTL, Pastries with Parents helps middle and high school students thank their parents for all of their love and support. This event will take place at 7am on Friday, April 21st and more details will be forthcoming.
 
February PTL Meeting
The next PTL meeting is Tuesday, February 7th at 6:30pm in the media center.
 
PTL Committee Volunteer Opportunity
Use the link below to sign up to be part of a committee helping to plan future events.
 
Box Tops
Support the PTL by getting the Box Tops for Education app. Create an account and select Concordia Prep as your designated school. Use your cell phone to scan receipts and the PTL earns money! It's that simple!

Stay in touch with the PTL...
* Join Remind - Text @cpsptl to 81010
* Follow us to Facebook at Concordia Prep PTL 
* Follow us on Instagram at concordiaprepptl
Prayer Requests
The Concordia Prep School community and NewThing Church would like to pray for you and your family. Please fill out the prayer request form on the NewThing website. Intentions will be remembered at NewThing services and during Concordia Prep weekly chapels. Prayer Requests
School Calendar

Saturday, January 28: Alumni, Parent, & Friends Bull and Oyster Roast, Learn More-Purchase Tickets

Friday, February 3: Two-hour delayed opening, school opens at 10:00 am.

Sunday, February 5: Family Bowling, 2:00-4:00 pm.

Tuesday, February 7: PTL Meeting at 6:30 pm in the Media Center

Friday, February 10: Current families re-enrollment deadline.

Friday, February 17: New Student Acceptance Day, School Closed for President's Day Break

Monday, February 20: School Closed, Presidents' Day

Tuesday, February 21: Spring Sports begin

Wednesday, February 22: Ash Wednesday

Friday, March 3: Two-hour delayed opening, school opens at 10:00 am

Tuesday, March 7: PTL Meeting at 6:30 pm in the Media Center

Friday, March 10: Parent-Teacher Conferences, noon dismissal

Friday, March 17 and Monday, March 20: School Closed, faculty professional development

Friday, March 24: End of Third Quarter, Senior Dinner at 7:15 pm

Saturday, March 25: Junior Ring Ceremony

Friday, March 31: Report Cards Posted in OnCampus after 3:00 pm

Saturday, April 1: Bid For Kids Dinner and Auction

Tuesday, April 4: PTL Meeting at 6:30 pm in the Media Center

Thursday, April 6: School Closed - Maundy Thursday

Friday, April 7: School Closed - Good Friday

Monday April 10 – Friday, April 14: School Closed for Easter break

Monday, April 17: School resumes

Friday, April 21: Pastries with Parents

Thursday, April 27: Hairspray Dinner Theatre at 6:30 pm – the show begins at 7:00 pm

Friday, April 28: Hairspray at 7:00 pm

Saturday, April 29: Hairspray at 7:00 pm

Sunday, April 30: Hairspray at 2:00 pm