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September 21 Berkeley Hills Campus Weekly Update
- Calendar
- Message from Mrs. Botula
- Announcements
- Important Reminders
- Upcoming Activities
- Connection Points
- Frequently Used Links
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Sept 21 - Box Tops Contest begins
Sept 23 - Picture Day
Sept 29 - Progress Reports sent electronically
Oct 2 - NO SCHOOL, Teacher In-Service Day
Oct 28 - End of Quarter 1
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Dear Parents,
As I walked through the halls today I was reminded of a quote by C.S. Lewis in The Weight of Glory: “There are no ordinary people. You have never met a mere mortal.”
Your children are not ordinary people. In fact, they are extraordinary. As I walk around the building I see them busily learning and creating.
In Genesis 1:26 God said, “Let us make man in our own image in our likeness…” As God’s image-bearers, we share his characteristics, and because God is creative, we can be creative. In fact, we have been called to create. Your children have been called to create.
The construction of an elaborate building in the block center in preschool, a well-constructed paragraph in 4th grade, and a well-played piece in band are all examples of young image-bearers reflecting their Creator.
Our teachers and staff work to recognize and develop your child’s God-given gifts and talents and help them see that as God’s image-bearers they are each extraordinary and special.
And each time you, as a parent, delight in the work your child presents to you and hang it on your refrigerator, you also image God, who delights in all that you do for the good of others and His glory.
Thank you for your engagement in our life together.
Blessings,
Mrs. Botula
Berkeley Hills Campus Interim Principal
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FLU VACCINE CLINIC
October 2, 2020
As we approach winter, public health authorities recommend getting a flu shot. As a service, a Flu Vaccine Clinic will be offered at the Mt. Nebo Campus.
Here are the details:
Flu Vaccine Clinic
Eden Christian Academy
Mt. Nebo Campus Warrior Field House
Friday, October 2, 2020
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Walk-in clients will be accepted with completed paperwork/consent forms, however, we encourage online scheduling to help prepare and maintain all social distancing recommendations.
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HOST FAMILIES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Did you know that there are 13 international students enrolled at ECA this year?
These students are fully engaged in their education and the life-changing experience they are enjoying with their host families.
Right now, there are students interested in attending Eden Christian Academy who need host families!
When you open your home as a host family, you have the opportunity to:
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Build life-long relationships
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Share God’s love and grace with an international student
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Learn about a different culture
ECA’s international program provides:
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Liaison support for both the host family and student
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A monthly stipend for the host family
And, international students cover their own personal expenses.
Would you like to learn more? Please contact Jennifer Cranston, ECA International Director, at jcranston@edenca.org or 412-716-4672
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ECA BRANDED MASKS
We are pleased to offer Eden Christian Academy families the opportunity to purchase approved, ECA branded masks. The masks are multi-ply, cover the nose and mouth, and are available in several colors. They can be purchased individually or in packs of five.
Orders will be delivered approximately 2 weeks from order date to your child unless you indicate that you wish the order to be held at your campus office for pick-up.
We are happy to partner with Instant Imprints Cranberry in service to our families. Please note that this is not a fund raiser and no profit on sales goes to ECA.
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2020-2021 YEARBOOK
The Berkeley Hills Campus is proud to offer this year’s yearbook with 40 full-color pages that capture the memories!
- Click Yearbook > Buy Your Yearbook
- Type in Eden Christian Academy
- Select the Berkeley Hills Campus (Pittsburgh)
Paper order forms are available in the office.
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BOX TOPS PARENTS
We are looking for a Box Top Parent for each classroom. You will:
- collect turned in box tops from your classroom teacher
- check the expiration dates
- count and sort the box tops into groups of 50
- submit them to the main office
This is a great way to fulfill your volunteer hours from home!
We still have spots for Box Top Parents in PS3-AM, PS3-PM, PK4-AM, PK4-PM, First Grade, Third Grade, and Fourth Grade.
Can you help?
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MASK REMINDER
Wearing multi-layer masks is a key part of Eden’s mitigation efforts and it is critical that all of us wear a proper-fitting mask correctly.
Please be sure your child’s mask fits properly and that it covers both their mouth and nose. Students are only exempt from wearing a mask if you have provided a medical excuse stating wearing a mask over the nose and mouth would be detrimental to the student’s health.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we work together to keep everyone healthy and safe.
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CARPOOL PICK-UP REMINDER
Just a friendly reminder that buses are dismissed at 3:15. Most days we have been able to clear buses from the lot by 3:20.
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Carpool drivers may enter the lot as soon as the final bus clears the parking lot.
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Please do not get out of your car to greet your child. If they need assistance buckling in, please pull up toward the exit and to the right side near the grass to do so. This keeps your child safe, avoids traffic back-ups, and keeps the line moving!
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
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CLASSROOM CELEBRATIONS
We love to celebrate birthdays and special holidays with our students!
In this current season for the health and safety of all, please be aware:
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All snacks must be store bought and individually packaged
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One parent volunteer per 10 children is allowed in the classroom for parties
Please contact your campus volunteer coordinator if you have any questions.
Thank you for supporting our efforts to keep everyone safe!
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PICTURE DAY
September 23, 2020
Forms and details were sent home in Friday Folders!
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BOX TOPS CONTEST
September 21 to October 16
Our first contest of the year begins today!
There are two easy ways to collect box tops and earn cash for Eden! Learn how to earn HERE.
The classroom turning in the most box tops will win an ice cream party!
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BERKELEY HILLS MOMS IN PRAYER
1st and 3rd Friday of Each Month
Zoom Meeting 1:30-2:30 pm
Join other moms to pray scripturally and specifically for your child and the faculty and staff at Berkeley Hills.
Join us for our next meeting on October 1!
Fall meeting dates are October 1 (on a Thursday due to no school on October 2), October 16, November 6, November 20, December 4, December 18.
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LUNCHROOM & RECESS HELPERS |
You can connect and interact with students in the cafe or on the playground!
- Volunteers are needed every day!
- Serving counts toward family volunteer hours.
- Volunteers will be screened (temperature check) before entry and should come prepared with their choice of face covering as is required for anyone on campus.
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Volunteer clearances must be submitted in order to serve.
It's easy to sign up online. Spots are filled for September but you can still sign up for October!
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HOMEROOM PARENTS
We are thankful for the tremendous help of our awesome Homeroom Parents!
If you are interested in serving your child's classroom teacher and classmates, please contact Joyce Ricci at jricci@edenca.org.
This is another great opportunity to earn your volunteer hours and connect with the Eden family.
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- Go to Campus Cuisine
- Use school access code ECA412 to create your user account
- Order hot lunches!
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All lunches are pre-packaged and individually wrapped.
- Milk must be ordered separately. It is not included in the hot lunch meal cost.
- Orders, changes, and cancellations can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
- Lunches are ordered when payment is complete and you receive a confirmation.
Questions?
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EDEN PHOTOS
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Submissions must include your name, campus, date, and event details with the photos.
- Photos submitted may be included on Eden's website, Facebook, Instagram, or yearbook.
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Student first names may appear; we do not tag or use last names of current Eden students on social media.
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Committed to partnership in the Christian education of your child
from preschool through senior year.
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