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Next week is the official Annual Fund Giving Week. We have already seen God’s NEW THING springing forth not only in our school but also in our hearts. We invite you all to be a part of this special giving opportunity that enables MCS to c providing all our amazing academic, spiritual, and enrichment opportunities.
Check your email on Sunday for a special message!
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:19
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COLD AND FLU SEASON HAS ARRIVED
We are having a great increase in cold and flu symptoms. RSV and strep have been prevalent in our county this fall, as well. Please remember to utilize the checklist in the Return to School plan. Do not send your child to school with symptoms. If they are sent to school, unfortunately you will be called to pick them up until symptoms are resolved, they have been cleared by a negative COVID test, or with a letter from their physician.
COVID positive cases are starting to increase again. We thankfully have not had an in-school exposure, we are praying this continues and praising God for his continued goodness to MCS. Please review the Return to School plan and adhere to quarantine guidelines if your child has been exposed outside of school and let us know, as soon as possible, so their teachers can prepare work for them to do while at home.
Thank you for your continued support in keeping MCS healthy during these peculiar times.
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VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION!
Veterans Day is one of the most beloved days on our MCS campus. Staff and students dressed in red, white, and blue attire. Our classes viewed a 40 minute presentation created with selected groups of MCS students and videos chosen to explain the importance of Veterans Day and honoring those who currently serve in our military. MCS created opportunities including our 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C., our elementary choir students singing a medley of military anthems, and our TK students reciting the Preamble to the Constitution. A special photography exhibit can be found upstairs in the middle school commons area.
Our students are also writing letters to be given to Operation Interdependence to include in their military care packages. Check out the O.I. website for great family-friendly writing and packing opportunities right here in Costa Mesa!
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SPIRIT WEAR IS HERE!
Make sure to check out the new MCS Spirit Store! New designs are available for on-demand ordering, as well as our pop-up shop with custom MCS hats and Christmas ornaments. Go Lions!
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Watch a short video HERE of our students explaining this special drive they've coordinated for the Orange County Rescue Mission.
All items should be dropped off in the collection bins located in the hallways, front offices, and the front lobby of MCS. If you have any questions about our Difference Maker Program, please reach out to Jordan Brown or Angela Drevlow.
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SCHOOL PORTRAITS ARE AVAILABLE
FOR VIEWING
Watch for MugsyClicks emails with student access codes as well as early ordering, free shipping, and discount promotional codes.
Click HERE to request an access code. Free Shipping Code: SHIP2UFREE
*If your student missed the first picture day, their information is automatically in the system for the makeup day. All they need to do on the 16th is come to school looking great in their dress clothes (uniform not necessary). When their photos are ready, you will receive an email from MugsyClicks with the steps to view and purchase photos.
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PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY!
DECEMBER 3RD AND 4TH
Mariners Institute of the Arts proudly presents the middle school fall play: “A Charlie Brown Christmas and a Seussified Christmas Carol.” We invite everyone to use this as a special time for your family to begin the Christmas season. This will be fun and festive occasion! The fall play will premier on both Friday, December 3rd and Saturday, December 4th at 6:30 PM.
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SIBLING APPLICATIONS FOR THE
22-23 SCHOOL YEAR
New Student applications for the 2021-2022 school year opened Monday, November 1st! MCS gives priority to our current families in the admissions process. If you have a new sibling ready for MCS next year, apply now!
Login to your Parent Portal account HERE, click on “Resources” and then “Apply”
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SOCK-TOBER RECAP
Last month was our Sock-tober Share2Wear, and we are so proud of the response from our middle school students. Together, we brought in 846 pairs of socks and $1,083 to go towards more socks for kids who desperately need them!!! All socks and donations have been shared with Project Giving Light, and will be put to very good use. Thank you to everyone who participated, and thank you for being a difference maker for those in need!
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TAKE OUT TUESDAY
Middle School's next Take Out Tuesday is on Tuesday, November 16th, and the restaurant is Chick-Fil-A!!! The choices are:
Grilled Chicken Wrap
Original Chicken Sandwich
(pickles on the side)
8 Count Chicken Nuggets
All meals come with chips, a cookie, and a bottle of water. The meals are $9 each. If you have a middle school student with a big appetite, you are welcome to buy more than one meal. **NOTE - late orders will not be accepted**
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CHAPEL RECAP
This week’s chapel was an opportunity for teachers to recognize students who have been consistently showing Christ-like character with the Lion Pride Award. This award acknowledges students who have been showing character specific to the award criteria in each grade level. Congratulations to our 1st Quarter Lion Pride recipients!
In 6th grade, the Lion Pride award is the Growing Disciple Award in recognition of students who show a desire to be a disciple of Jesus and to imitate Him through actions, words, and choices.
Mrs. Bryant — Webber Andrews
Ms. Green — Maddison Milne
Ms. Stratton — Coco Lower
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In 7th grade, the Beatitudes Award recognizes students who show character based on the Beatitudes that Jesus speaks about in Matthew ch. 5.
Ms. Phan — Tristan Childs
Mrs. Knight — Phineas Aneed
Mr. Fan — Olivia Thomas
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The Leadership Award in 8th grade is given in recognition of students who have chosen, like Joshua, to honor God through their words and actions, showing behavior that is strong and courageous, bold in faith, and consistent in character. Every student nominated for this award must be unanimously agreed upon by the entire middle school staff before receiving this award, thus making it a high honor to be selected.
Mrs. Thurston — Kallie Martin
Mr. Carpenter — Donovan Hogan
Mr. Hellriegel — Connor Faggionato
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HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
Servite Boys Catholic School offers many opportunities for students and families to learn more about the brotherhood, academics, student-athletes, and unique formation process. Early application deadline is December 3rd. Learn more HERE!
Newport Harbor High School invites 8th-graders and their families to attend a tour on Monday, November 29th, 2021 at 5:00 PM or Monday, January 10th, 2022 at 5:00 PM. The program will begin at the NHHS' Robert B. Wentz Theater, located at
600 Irvine Avenue Newport Beach, CA 92663. NO RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.
Please wear a mask. If you have any questions, reach out to Diana Long HERE or call 949-646-1556 ext. 1
Pacifica Christian High School invites 8th-graders and their families to attend our Admissions Information Session on Saturday, November 13 from 3-4 PM. We sincerely hope you will join us; to register, click HERE! Student Visit Days and Campus Tours are also available weekly. Contact admissions@pacificaoc.org or 949-887-2070 ext. 001 to register your student. To begin the application, due January 14, 2022, click H.
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November-12-2021
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